Canon EOS-b Images Leak & a New Kit Lens
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When I bought my first DSLR, a T3i, I was so concerned with the weight and size. I thought the smaller it was the more opportunities I would have to carry it and use it.
I found out quickly that once you go to a certain size, a size that can no longer fit into your pocket or purse, the size is not that important. So now I just wish I had a 7D because there isn't anywhere I could take my Rebel that I wouldn't be able to take a 7D.
BUT, like a child (and we are all guilty) you can tell a first time DSLR purchaser anything you want, they are still going to buy what makes them feel comfortable, such as size and high megapixels. I would have been so excited for this camera 2 years ago, so I believe there is definitely a market for it, without question.
I found out quickly that once you go to a certain size, a size that can no longer fit into your pocket or purse, the size is not that important. So now I just wish I had a 7D because there isn't anywhere I could take my Rebel that I wouldn't be able to take a 7D.
BUT, like a child (and we are all guilty) you can tell a first time DSLR purchaser anything you want, they are still going to buy what makes them feel comfortable, such as size and high megapixels. I would have been so excited for this camera 2 years ago, so I believe there is definitely a market for it, without question.
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I'm sure there is a market for anything, if it's electronic, costs a lot of money and it serves practically no purpose people will buy it, it's the entire premise of smartphones.
Personally, I'm interested in either great DSLRs or great compact cameras, stuff that you can put in your pocket unlike things like the Fuji's. My taste is not the one of the million buyers of entry level DSLRs so I'm pretty underwhelmed by a dwarf DSLR that could go with a massive 70-200 2.8II. If they wanted to lure more peeps in my opinion they shouldve remove the overall ugly dwarf DSLR look and make it smoother and less bumpy.
But anyway, long live market and revenues!
Personally, I'm interested in either great DSLRs or great compact cameras, stuff that you can put in your pocket unlike things like the Fuji's. My taste is not the one of the million buyers of entry level DSLRs so I'm pretty underwhelmed by a dwarf DSLR that could go with a massive 70-200 2.8II. If they wanted to lure more peeps in my opinion they shouldve remove the overall ugly dwarf DSLR look and make it smoother and less bumpy.
But anyway, long live market and revenues!
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tomscott
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I dont really agree with the comments above.
I use my cameras professionally and love my lenses. I really like the mirrorless market too and bought a twin lens kit NEX 5N because it was cheap and the IQ is much better than the 18mp sensor from Canon. But the DSLR is a dream to use in comparison, although its good and small I find the AF jumps around and focuses on things I don't want it to and I miss the shot. I also like a proper viewfinder not the new EVFs.
I like the DSLR form factor and have all the lenses to boot this is a good compromise for people like me who want something small when you don't want to carry the big gun cameras or want to be less conspicuous.
Although I hate that sensor it is a dog! Reason why I was so disappointed with my 7D and sold it.
It would seem Canon is hanging on for an unhealthy amount of time with this tech. Even if it is Digic 5 what exactly is the difference? It processes more data? Yet the 650D has been said to be less sharp than the 600D.
But I like the idea of this small DSLR. I really dont like EVFs. This could be a good compromise. Shame they didnt put any new tech in it.
I use my cameras professionally and love my lenses. I really like the mirrorless market too and bought a twin lens kit NEX 5N because it was cheap and the IQ is much better than the 18mp sensor from Canon. But the DSLR is a dream to use in comparison, although its good and small I find the AF jumps around and focuses on things I don't want it to and I miss the shot. I also like a proper viewfinder not the new EVFs.
I like the DSLR form factor and have all the lenses to boot this is a good compromise for people like me who want something small when you don't want to carry the big gun cameras or want to be less conspicuous.
Although I hate that sensor it is a dog! Reason why I was so disappointed with my 7D and sold it.
It would seem Canon is hanging on for an unhealthy amount of time with this tech. Even if it is Digic 5 what exactly is the difference? It processes more data? Yet the 650D has been said to be less sharp than the 600D.
But I like the idea of this small DSLR. I really dont like EVFs. This could be a good compromise. Shame they didnt put any new tech in it.
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Yeah, the 4th post in that thread that mentions the original post is completely wrong, and not actually for a range longer than the 3 weeks shortly after the EOS-M launch. It stands to reason that just about any camera would do well in sales in its first month outCanon-F1 said:
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trulandphoto
Upstate NY photographer and retired atorney
hmmm said:
+1. I almost ordered an EOS-M from BB at $549 yesterday. If this camera in live view operates like the EOS-M and has the option of faster operation with the mirror down it might be a winner. But I agree it needs a small fast prime. a 20 or 22mm pancake would be perfect.
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Now, the Nikon D3200 is 9.35 oz (265 g) and $600 with the lens.
Everybody's guess is that this is the same old Canon sensor, in a 370-407g camera that sells for $800.
What is Canon trying to do here? I don't get it.
Everybody's guess is that this is the same old Canon sensor, in a 370-407g camera that sells for $800.
What is Canon trying to do here? I don't get it.
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I think it could be a fine introductory DSLR and the size may entice a number of more experienced shooters who need/want a smaller form factor. I bet it sells like hotcakes.
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Don Haines said:
+1... While having the big gun is great... at extended times, the little brother may suffice nicely.
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I am actually intrigued by this - paired with a pancake lens for a high quality point and shoot. I almost bought a Pentax KX with pancake a while back for this very reason (in white - why can't they make the eos-b in white?).
I also agree with poster who says 20mm pancake would be ideal. There is always the Voigtlander, if we can live with manual focus.
They would not use "a" as the designation because that is for the astrophotography models (eg eos 60Da).
And I agree wholeheartedly with the above poster who says EVF viewfinders are lame - I need real viewfinder.
I also agree with poster who says 20mm pancake would be ideal. There is always the Voigtlander, if we can live with manual focus.
They would not use "a" as the designation because that is for the astrophotography models (eg eos 60Da).
And I agree wholeheartedly with the above poster who says EVF viewfinders are lame - I need real viewfinder.
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seriously,RC said:
who named this camera? EOS-B? are they aiming at being the next edsel? this is one of the worst, most confusing names for a product i've heard in a really long time, calling something "B" is a really poor choice the US.
the only way this makes is if there's an EOS-A coming to the market soon that is better.
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I Don't Know.....
I like the size of the 5D, 7D and all of the x0D's (Except the super-rebel 60d). I can see the value of having a system that is easilly transportable like an EOS M if it could focus faster than continental drift. This one is in the akward middle. Too big to be as packable as a small system and too small to be handled like a big camera.
I like the size of the 5D, 7D and all of the x0D's (Except the super-rebel 60d). I can see the value of having a system that is easilly transportable like an EOS M if it could focus faster than continental drift. This one is in the akward middle. Too big to be as packable as a small system and too small to be handled like a big camera.
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