Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed for 2017 [CR3]

[Canon Rumors Guy]

<p>We’ve been told by a couple of sources now that we will definitely be seeing a Canon EOS Rebel SL2 in 2017. We don’t yet know exactly when we’ll see the new camera, but we don’t expect an announcement at least until after the brand new EOS Rebel T7i begins shipping at the end of March.</p>
<p>We had been told previously that a new EF-S prime lens would be coming, and it would make sense if these two products came around the same time.</p>
<p>We think that’ll likely be it for APS-C DSLRs from Canon in 2017, there won’t be an EOS 90D or EOS 7D Mark III this year.</p>
<p>Specifications are unavailable at this time, but we’ll obviously pass them on if we hear anything.</p>
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[mclaren777]

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You should ask your source about the rumored 85mm IS.

I'm dying to hear more about a possible release date.

 

[Crosswind]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

Now if it'd feature a flippy screen and the new sensor with on-chip ADC + DPAF... then this will be a real hotcake... and probably a bit of a rival to the EOS M series.

 

[jolyonralph]

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SL2 (110D?) will, if trend follows, probably have the same 24mpx sensor as in the 80D, M5, 77D, 800D, but with a slower framerate of 4-5 fps and, probably, DIGIC 6 rather than DIGIC 7. No flippy screen.

This would, if it happens, mean that the same sensor powers every production APS-C DSLR that Canon currently produce, with the exception of the quite old 7D II. [Edit: and the M10. But I can't see them keeping the old 18mpx sensor in the 110D.

I know the rumors say the 7D III isn't coming out this year, but I really can't see the 7D II lasting another year.


As for the prime lens, if it's not a EF-S 35mm f/1.8 (or, if they've being lazy, f/2.0) STM I'll be SHOCKED. Seriously shocked. It'll be between $150 and $200.

 

[Crosswind]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

We had been told previously that a new EF-S prime lens would be coming,...

Did you try to ask your sources something like if it is more of a wider focal lenght or not... nothing too specific... just a tiny tiny tidbit for us to chew on would be great!

 

[LDS]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

Ouch, just now I was almost convinced to buy myself an M5 for my birthday... now I need to see how this compare to it...

 

[Jopa]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

That's very good news. I have a 40/2.8 ready for this camera

 

[Canon Rumors Guy]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

You should ask your source about the rumored 85mm IS.

I'm dying to hear more about a possible release date.

I know more, I just can't say anything yet. Soon... I promise.

 

[jebrady03]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

You should ask your source about the rumored 85mm IS.

I'm dying to hear more about a possible release date.

I know more, I just can't say anything yet. Soon... I promise.

This lens just didn't seem possible to me for a while, but I've thought about it more and see that it is. Are you positive it's an "L" and not a line extension of the 24/28/35 IS models?

 

[larjon]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

Will that be a 150D in Europe and a Kiss X8 i Japan?

 

[Canon Rumors Guy]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

You should ask your source about the rumored 85mm IS.

I'm dying to hear more about a possible release date.

I know more, I just can't say anything yet. Soon... I promise.

This lens just didn't seem possible to me for a while, but I've thought about it more and see that it is. Are you positive it's an "L" and not a line extension of the 24/28/35 IS models?

It is 100% an L, no doubt about it.

 

[EduPortas]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

I know the rumors say the 7D III isn't coming out this year, but I really can't see the 7D II lasting another year.

How so? Are you not convinced about its blazing fast AND accurate AF system at a constant 10fps?

Its DPAF technology? Its 1080 60p for video with both mic and headphone inputs? Its rock-solid construction?

Its more than capable sensor for 99.9% of everything a good photog does, save for absurd -5EV shadow recovery?

I don't see Canon launching a new 7D when this one is so recent and their product cycles are so dilated.

It's a superb camera.

 

[LonelyBoy]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

SL2 (110D?) will, if trend follows, probably have the same 24mpx sensor as in the 80D, M5, 77D, 800D, but with a slower framerate of 4-5 fps and, probably, DIGIC 6 rather than DIGIC 7. No flippy screen.

This would, if it happens, mean that the same sensor powers every production APS-C DSLR that Canon currently produce, with the exception of the quite old 7D II. [Edit: and the M10. But I can't see them keeping the old 18mpx sensor in the 110D.

I know the rumors say the 7D III isn't coming out this year, but I really can't see the 7D II lasting another year

I was hoping this would come to happen: a rollout of the new sensor tech causing all the bodies to get upgraded in short order, in sequence. If they do the SL1 and the 6D updates, per rumors here, that would just leave the 7DII and 5DS/r, right?

 

[traveller]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

I think that in some ways Canon had the market for the SL1 wrong. The SL1 was specified and marketed as an entry level camera, a traditional alternative to the small mirrorless cameras that Canon felt could compete on size, as well as perhaps a hedged bet on the future of the EOS-M. Whilst small cameras have enjoyed some success in the entry level market, particularly with Asian women, simply making cameras small has not stemmed the decline in camera sales. This is partly because the target market already has small cameras called smartphones with "good enough" image quality and far better connectivity.

Will repeating the SL1 formula by fitting most of the latest generation "Rebel" in a smaller body resonate with the market? I'm sure they'll sell enough to make the venture profitable, but I think that they could make far more impact by taking the SL2 upmarket. For me, this would mean:

• 100%, 1.0x, pentaprism viewfinder
• tilting screen (not side hinged, flip out style!)
• dual control dials
• 45pt AF sensor
• weather resistant body

On top of the latest generation sensor and meter technology. Basically, a scaled down 80D...

Produce that camera and launch it with some compact EF-S primes and you might just pry me away from Fuji when I'm looking for a compact carry anywhere system to complement my Canon full frame kit.

 

[IglooEater]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

You should ask your source about the rumored 85mm IS.

I'm dying to hear more about a possible release date.

I know more, I just can't say anything yet. Soon... I promise.

This lens just didn't seem possible to me for a while, but I've thought about it more and see that it is. Are you positive it's an "L" and not a line extension of the 24/28/35 IS models?

It is 100% an L, no doubt about it.

That kinda makes me sad- I hope they're not dropping the 1.2 line. :'(

 

[hoodlum]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

Will the 18mp sensor finally be put out to pasture after 8 years?

 

[ajfotofilmagem]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

Will the 18mp sensor finally be put out to pasture after 8 years?

After 7D, 60D, 60Da, T2i, T3i, T4i, T5i, T5, T6, SL1, M1, M2, M10, now is over.

 

[Canon Rumors Guy]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

That kinda makes me sad- I hope they're not dropping the 1.2 line. :'(

They are not dropping the EF 85mm f/1.2L II for the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS I have been told.

 

[ahsanford]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

We’ve been told by a couple of sources now that we will definitely be seeing a Canon EOS Rebel SL2 in 2017. We don’t yet know exactly when we’ll see the new camera, but we don’t expect an announcement at least until after the brand new EOS Rebel T7i begins shipping at the end of March.</p>
<p>We had been told previously that a new EF-S prime lens would be coming, and it would make sense if these two products came around the same time.</p>
<p>We think that’ll likely be it for APS-C DSLRs from Canon in 2017, there won’t be an EOS 90D or EOS 7D Mark III this year.</p>
<p>Specifications are unavailable at this time, but we’ll obviously pass them on if we hear anything.</p>
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1) We shouldn't be surprised at all about the 7D3. If a 7D Mark III drops this year it would be two years too soon. Very un-Canon to update a brand faster than prior updates of that same brand -- in fact, it hasn't happened in 8-10 years or so across all SLR brands.

2) Why the hell are they making another SL1? See plot below -- SL1 didn't exactly set the world on fire. Surely the tandem of M5/M6 could address the need for folks to keep things small without throwing away functionality. An SL2 seems like throwing more money at a bad idea, IMHO.

- A

 

[ahsanford]

Re: Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Confirmed in 2017 [CR3]

I know the rumors say the 7D III isn't coming out this year, but I really can't see the 7D II lasting another year.

More than rumors -- past track record applies as well. The 7D been a steady 5 year lifecycle brand for its two iterations. There are only so many takers for a ~ $1500 flagship APS-C rig. Canon will not rush out a 7D3 unless the D500 starts gobbling up share, and I've seen no data to suggest that is happening.

- A