Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Coming for CP+ [CR1]

[Canon Rumors]

The unicorn that is the Rebel  SL2 is now being rumored to be coming for CP+ at the end of February.</p>
<p>We haven’t heard anything about the SL2 in a long time, and it almost feels like people are assuming the SL1 is going to get an update. It sold well once it became heavily discounted, and maybe it has a big enough user base now to warrant an update.</p>
<p>The only DSLR we’re hearing about at the moment is the EOS  80D, although no one has told us when it would be announced, CP+ just seems like a good place to do it.</p>
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[arcer]

Looks like it would be an interesting quarter with the 80D and SL2 coming out soon, and maybe we will see the G1X3 with the speculated refresh every 2.1 years coming soon.(You heard it here first.)

Let the prediction game begins.....

24.2MP derived from the new rebels but with DPAF
19 point All Cross-type AF system with -2EV double cross center point
1080p 60fps Video capture
WiFi + NFC
No articulating screen, maybe a tilting one
6.5fps continuous shooting
Lighter and more ergonomic
Priced like the 80D

 

[tron]

Looks like it would be an interesting quarter with the 80D and SL2 coming out soon, and maybe we will see the G1X3 with the speculated refresh every 2.1 years coming soon.(You heard it here first.)

Let the prediction game begins.....

24.2MP derived from the new rebels but with DPAF
19 point All Cross-type AF system with -2EV double cross center point
1080p 60fps Video capture
WiFi + NFC
No articulating screen, maybe a tilting one
6.5fps continuous shooting
Lighter and more ergonomic
Priced like the 80D

Highly unrealistic guess. Just compare prices of SL1/100D and 70D.

 

[MintChocs]

Looks like it would be an interesting quarter with the 80D and SL2 coming out soon, and maybe we will see the G1X3 with the speculated refresh every 2.1 years coming soon.(You heard it here first.)

Let the prediction game begins.....

24.2MP derived from the new rebels but with DPAF
19 point All Cross-type AF system with -2EV double cross center point
1080p 60fps Video capture
WiFi + NFC
No articulating screen, maybe a tilting one
6.5fps continuous shooting
Lighter and more ergonomic
Priced like the 80D

Highly unrealistic guess. Just compare prices of SL1/100D and 70D.

It will be high at introduction but fall rapidly after 6months. When the price falls I want one to replace my 450D.

 

[arcer]

Looks like it would be an interesting quarter with the 80D and SL2 coming out soon, and maybe we will see the G1X3 with the speculated refresh every 2.1 years coming soon.(You heard it here first.)

Let the prediction game begins.....

24.2MP derived from the new rebels but with DPAF
19 point All Cross-type AF system with -2EV double cross center point
1080p 60fps Video capture
WiFi + NFC
No articulating screen, maybe a tilting one
6.5fps continuous shooting
Lighter and more ergonomic
Priced like the 80D

Highly unrealistic guess. Just compare prices of SL1/100D and 70D.

OMG, what have I been smoking, you're correct, it should be priced between the 80D and 760D. I'm looking forward to some slight upmarket of the SL2.

 

[MintChocs]

Looks like it would be an interesting quarter with the 80D and SL2 coming out soon, and maybe we will see the G1X3 with the speculated refresh every 2.1 years coming soon.(You heard it here first.)

Let the prediction game begins.....

24.2MP derived from the new rebels but with DPAF
19 point All Cross-type AF system with -2EV double cross center point
1080p 60fps Video capture
WiFi + NFC
No articulating screen, maybe a tilting one
6.5fps continuous shooting
Lighter and more ergonomic
Priced like the 80D

Highly unrealistic guess. Just compare prices of SL1/100D and 70D.

OMG, what have I been smoking, you're correct, it should be priced between the 80D and 760D. I'm looking forward to some slight upmarket of the SL2.

I don't think DPAF as those sensors cost more. As this camera is aimed at your average Joe Bloggs and MILC customers a similar spec to what they offer will be there.

 

[Nininini]

SL2 better have 60FPS in full HD by now or I'm going to be so pissed lol, my smarphone has been shooting 60fps for years.

Smartphones are about to get 4k @ 120 FPS and Full HD @ 480 FPS.

"ARM’s new Cortex-A72 chip will be able to record videos of the super-detailed 4K (UHD) video resolution at 120 frames per second."

 

[nhz]

OMG, what have I been smoking, you're correct, it should be priced between the 80D and 760D. I'm looking forward to some slight upmarket of the SL2.

Good luck with a price between the unannounced 80D (according to some that's going to be about as expensive as the 7D2) and the 760D while the only SL2 advantage over 760D is probably the lower weight; apart from that I only see features that are missing or lower spec ...

I predict a camera that is only very slightly different from the previous one, in typical Canon fashion ;-(
Probably the sensor and video features of the T6, that's about it.

 

[ablearcher]

If priced reasonably and not castrated too much in terms of features, I might be interested. This will help to get by for the time being while Canon figures out the mirrorless. With pricing that Sony has for its glass and the size of that glass, I don't see a lot of reasons for myself to add another system (I'm looking for something light for travel). THis might do just fine for travel and casual everyday use.

 

[jfretless]

If priced reasonably and not castrated too much in terms of features, I might be interested. This will help to get by for the time being while Canon figures out the mirrorless. With pricing that Sony has for its glass and the size of that glass, I don't see a lot of reasons for myself to add another system (I'm looking for something light for travel). THis might do just fine for travel and casual everyday use.

I bought the SL1 with the same mindset, a stop gap. ...that didn't work out the way I want, so I ended up buying the Sony A6000 and was in initially in love with it. I said... 90% of my work can be done with it. ...then, since that, I have purchased a 6D and 7D mk2. There is no substitute for the big dslr. Having said that, I love the A6000 for it's endless flexibility with adapting to a huge spectrum of lens, of all mounts and makes. I use a Sony LAEA4 for A mount glass and a Contax G metabones adapter for my Zeiss Contax G glass. I will never give up the A6000 for that reason alone. ...as for the SL1, it's my dedicated desktop studio camera for eBay stuff.

 

[ablearcher]

If priced reasonably and not castrated too much in terms of features, I might be interested. This will help to get by for the time being while Canon figures out the mirrorless. With pricing that Sony has for its glass and the size of that glass, I don't see a lot of reasons for myself to add another system (I'm looking for something light for travel). THis might do just fine for travel and casual everyday use.

I bought the SL1 with the same mindset, a stop gap. ...that didn't work out the way I want, so I ended up buying the Sony A6000 and was in initially in love with it. I said... 90% of my work can be done with it. ...then, since that, I have purchased a 6D and 7D mk2. There is no substitute for the big dslr. Having said that, I love the A6000 for it's endless flexibility with adapting to a huge spectrum of lens, of all mounts and makes. I use a Sony LAEA4 for A mount glass and a Contax G metabones adapter for my Zeiss Contax G glass. I will never give up the A6000 for that reason alone. ...as for the SL1, it's my dedicated desktop studio camera for eBay stuff.

Thank you for the post. May I ask what exactly didn't work out with SL1 to the extent that you decided to invest into another system and picked A6000?

 

[Maximilian]

Great to hear, that this tiny little giant is getting a successor.
I am hoping for a reasonable update, especially a more versatile AF system would be nice.
And if priced reasonable, I'd be in for an exchange of my 100D.

 

[Maximilian]

If priced reasonably and not castrated too much in terms of features, I might be interested. This will help to get by for the time being while Canon figures out the mirrorless. With pricing that Sony has for its glass and the size of that glass, I don't see a lot of reasons for myself to add another system (I'm looking for something light for travel). THis might do just fine for travel and casual everyday use.

I bought the SL1 with the same mindset, a stop gap. ...that didn't work out the way I want, so I ended up buying the Sony A6000 and was in initially in love with it. I said... 90% of my work can be done with it. ...then, since that, I have purchased a 6D and 7D mk2. There is no substitute for the big dslr. Having said that, I love the A6000 for it's endless flexibility with adapting to a huge spectrum of lens, of all mounts and makes. I use a Sony LAEA4 for A mount glass and a Contax G metabones adapter for my Zeiss Contax G glass. I will never give up the A6000 for that reason alone. ...as for the SL1, it's my dedicated desktop studio camera for eBay stuff.

Thank you for the post. May I ask what exactly didn't work out with SL1 to the extent that you decided to invest into another system and picked A6000?

Hi ablearcher!
For me it was almost the other way around. Having FF already I was looking for a smaller, cheaper body but still with view finder (optical prefered) and best with the opportunity to still use my existing lenses.
I fell in love with the 100D/SL1. Of course it could be improved, of course that would cost money and of course there are other systems that make other people happy.
But for me this was 100% the best solution.
For me this camera was the best compromise of all.

 

[slclick]

I liked the SL1 as a tiny companion to my 5D3 but alas, my mitts are just too large. Now, if the new MILC they come out with takes EF without an adapter, I'll be happy to try that body out as well. Thing about Canon gear, it retains it's value and I have no qualms about buying and selling.

 

[Nininini]

Only thing I dislike about the SL1 is the handle, you can not put your finger around the handle to carry the body next to your side. The handle in the SL1 shuts the handle, it's stupid.

 

[Sporgon]

I'd really like to see the SL2 as a viable dslr alternative to something like the M. So it would be aesthetically a decent quality product, non of your hard El Cheapo plastic command wheels and tacky body. Make it a mag alloy body, no pop up, proper pentaprism, not dark pentamirror, 20.2 or 24 MP sensor with digic 6, flip screen. I'd buy that in a flash.

If Canon didn't quite get the SL1 right it's because, in my opinion, they aimed it at a beginner, yet cameras such as the 1200D are better suited for this role anyway. This time aim it at people who want to buy something that is pleasing to own and satisfying to use.

 

[nhz]

If priced reasonably and not castrated too much in terms of features, I might be interested. This will help to get by for the time being while Canon figures out the mirrorless. With pricing that Sony has for its glass and the size of that glass, I don't see a lot of reasons for myself to add another system (I'm looking for something light for travel). THis might do just fine for travel and casual everyday use.

Agree, I would be interested to buy SL2 as a stopgap or second (lighter) system if it has a tilt screen, a better AF system and better sensor (both at least T6 level). But if the price is going to be significantly above T6 it should offer more than just some weight savings. I would pay extra for a better (bigger) viewfinder or higher build quality, but those are unlikely SL2 upgrades.

 

[nhz]

Only thing I dislike about the SL1 is the handle, you can not put your finger around the handle to carry the body next to your side. The handle in the SL1 shuts the handle, it's stupid.

Yes, this is a common problem with compact DSLRs and it isn't necessary. It's probably just for bragging rights on the spec sheet (smaller dimensions). Some of the Rebels have the same problem, my 450D is a bit better but much worse compared to the older 300D to hold in your hand.

You would think that by now Canon nows what type of grip is acceptable for the average DSLR user, but maybe opinions on the best grip (e.g. US vs. EU vs. Asia) vary too strongly? In that case maybe it's time for a replaceable / add-on grip, not some $0.10 piece of plastic but a really good one

 

[Nininini]

Yah, and it's fine while shooting, but it's when I carry the SL1 by my side, next to my legs, that I can't properly grab onto it.

And what they like to do here in Europe, is run up to you fast from behind, grab your camera and run off with it. They have a head start since they're already running, so most people can't catch up to them.

This is how they like to steal smartphones, cameras, handbags, etc.

So I like to have a firm grip on my camera, I don't like using a strap or handstrap all the time.

Other canon cameras have the right indentation to put your index finger around the grip, it's really hard to steal a camera with someone fully grabbing the camera.

 

[slclick]

The only way I could use the SL1 was with a handstrap so that my hand was placed off the body by a few mm's. That allowed some wiggle room. YMMV