The List of Gear to be Announced in February, Including More Speedlite Information [CR3]

[Sharlin]

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Uhmmmmm..... the rumor of yesterday showed a T6 without Flashbutton on top and no cable release anymore. there is your T100.

Uhm uhm. That's... a fairly big speculative leap. I wouldn't jump to many conclusions based on some images of a prototype body.

 

[[email protected]]

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There is no RT in the new flash name so we can assume there is no RT in the flash. I'm not exactly sure what other technology they can stuff into a flash, other than to make it smaller. If it used LPE6 Batteries, that would be cool, I guess

My recommendation is to get the Yongnuo YNE3-RX triggers that are activated through the RT system. They also sell a compatible controller that'll work on all the Yongnuo devices, as well as the Canon RTs. Works great. You stick these on your old flashes, and they become part of your RT system. I use the little shoe triggers on some 270IIs I have for various fill purposes when using my three 600 RTs.

 

[michi]

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"Speedlite 470EX AI Auto Bounce *UPDATE* Judging by the name, this will be a flash with some new technology"

"AI Bounce" is the bizarrely worded error one gets when the 430-iii's little white bounce card isn't pushed in all the way. As for the "Auto" part, maybe, the flash detects nearby white walls and ceilings and a motor whips it into the optimum bounce position. And some people complain about the mirror movement shaking the camera, hah hah!

Or like a dual flash/reflector setup like some Metz flashes have? Wishful thinking, bounce really doesn't imply that. I do love my Metz flash though if I can only take one flash with me.

 

[littleB]

Re: UPDATED: The List of Gear to be Announced in February, Including More Speedlite Information [CR3

The following cameras were recently registered in notifications in Russia (mandatory for any equipment containing cryptography, this mean any model with wi-fi or bluetooth needs to be declared as such).

Mirrorless digital cameras of Canon brand, models: D. Camera Mensa BK MT sample D. Camera Mensa MT WH body sample and spare parts (link https://portal.eaeunion.org/sites/odata/_layouts/15/Portal.EEC.Registry.UI/DisplayForm.aspx?ItemId=51863&ListId=d84d16d7-2cc9-4cff-a13b-530f96889dbc )


Mirrorless digital cameras of Canon brand, models: EOS M50(BK) BODY(E) EOS M50 BODY(E) EOS M50(BK) 1545ISSTM(E) EOS M50 1545ISSTM(E) EOS M50(BK) WZL(E) EOS M50 WZL(E) EOS M50(BK) 1545/22(E) EOS M50 1545/22(E) EOS M50(BK) 18150ISSTM(E) EOS M50 18150ISSTM(E) EOS M50(WH) BODY(E) EOS M50(WH) 1545ISSTM(E) EOS M50(WH) WZL(E) EOS M50(WH) 1545/22(E) EOS M50(WH) 18150ISSTM(E) EC412MT SAMPLE(BKE)

Digital SLR of Canon brand, models: CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 2000D BODY EUR CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 2000D 18-55DCIII EUR CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 2000D 18-55ISII EUR K432 SAMPLE(EUR)


Digital SLR of Canon brand, models: EOS 4000D BODY EUR, EOS 4000D 18-55ISII EUR, EOS 4000D 18-55DCIII EUR, K422


Digital SLR of Canon brand, models: CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 3000D BODY EUR, CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 3000D 18-55ISII EUR, CANON DIGITAL SLR CAMERA EOS 3000D 18-55DCIII EUR, [lots of M100 variations, skipped] Canon Digital Camera EC398 MT SAMPLE (BKE), Canon Digital Camera EC398 MT SAMPLE (WHE), Canon Digital Camera EC398 MT SAMPLE (GYE), Canon Digital Camera PowerShot G1 X Mark III (E), Canon Digital Camera EC418MT SAMPLE (E)

While we already heard in November about 2000D, 3000D, 4000D, the most obscure and intriguing is this Mensa sample...

 

[Talys]

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There is no RT in the new flash name so we can assume there is no RT in the flash. I'm not exactly sure what other technology they can stuff into a flash, other than to make it smaller. If it used LPE6 Batteries, that would be cool, I guess

My recommendation is to get the Yongnuo YNE3-RX triggers that are activated through the RT system. They also sell a compatible controller that'll work on all the Yongnuo devices, as well as the Canon RTs. Works great. You stick these on your old flashes, and they become part of your RT system. I use the little shoe triggers on some 270IIs I have for various fill purposes when using my three 600 RTs.

I have a whole bunch of YNE3-RX's. These are wonderful things, that, frankly, Canon should have an equivalent of. However, I don't think I would buy a NEW flash -- especially an expensive Canon one -- that wasn't RT. I mean, why force yourself to use/take an extra piece, especially one that takes batteries, right?

Of course, who knows, maybe this will be some sleek awesome thing I can't say no to. It's hard to imagine though; usually, I'm using a flash manual, bounced, off camera, and/or with a flashbender. I haven't yet seen a flash technology other than wireless that has made me excited.

A PSA that I discovered by fluke: the latest Yongnuo YNE3-RT's (the controller) has an AF assist illuminator that works with new Canon cameras, like 80D and 6DII. They are indistinguishable from the old ones physically. The old ones won't work even if the firmware is flashed up to 1.24. There is a similar issue in the YN600EX-RT flashes too, but a lot of folks don't know that there is an "updated" controller.

 

[midluk]

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A PSA that I discovered by fluke: the latest Yongnuo YNE3-RT's (the controller) has an AF assist illuminator that works with new Canon cameras, like 80D and 6DII. They are indistinguishable from the old ones physically. The old ones won't work even if the firmware is flashed up to 1.24. There is a similar issue in the YN600EX-RT flashes too, but a lot of folks don't know that there is an "updated" controller.

For eye safety reasons I wouldn't use the laser based AF assist. But do you know if newer versions of YN-E3-RT also stopped eating batteries while turned off? The unit I have uses up a set of batteries in about 2 weeks even when turned off.

 

[privatebydesign]

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A PSA that I discovered by fluke: the latest Yongnuo YNE3-RT's (the controller) has an AF assist illuminator that works with new Canon cameras, like 80D and 6DII. They are indistinguishable from the old ones physically. The old ones won't work even if the firmware is flashed up to 1.24. There is a similar issue in the YN600EX-RT flashes too, but a lot of folks don't know that there is an "updated" controller.

And therein lies the issue I have with many third party options, compatibility. To me that is easily worth the money for 1st party options, though if I need AF assist I rarely don't need low levels of on camera fill so would use a 600-EX-RT on camera as controller anyway.

 

[vangelismm]

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T100? How much lower can you go than the 1x00D series? A $200 DSLR? Except for the Wi-Fi most of the tech in the T6/1300D is almost ten years old. I guess the T7 could inherit features from the T5i/T6i generation (omg, 24MPix sensor, all cross-type AF points!) and the T100 might be an even more stripped-down T6 (bye Wi-Fi? What did the RF certification data say again?)

That was the first thing i thought. But does not make sense build the T7 with the same features of Txi and create a new entry level camera.

Maybe an EOS -m with the body of DSLR? No mirror, no EVF, no OVF.

 

[transpo1]

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T100? How much lower can you go than the 1x00D series? A $200 DSLR? Except for the Wi-Fi most of the tech in the T6/1300D is almost ten years old. I guess the T7 could inherit features from the T5i/T6i generation (omg, 24MPix sensor, all cross-type AF points!) and the T100 might be an even more stripped-down T6 (bye Wi-Fi? What did the RF certification data say again?)

That was the first thing i thought. But does not make sense build the T7 with the same features of Txi and create a new entry level camera.

Maybe an EOS -m with the body of DSLR? No mirror, no EVF, no OVF.

We need a weather resistant EOS-M, even if APS-C.

 

[Loswr]

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We need a weather resistant EOS-M, even if APS-C.

Well, it's a pretty small camera.

 

[Talys]

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Possible AI auto-bounce...

Flash has "ceiling mode" -- point the flash at the ceiling, flash automatically determines range to celing, then, assuming it's a white ceiling, combines with angle, rotation, ETTL to calculate required adjusted power level and camera exposure settings.

 

[swblackwood]

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I thought there was to be a couple Powershots for CP+/
The T100 doesn't seem to make sense at. So now we'll have how many levels of APS-c DSLRs? 200d, T100, T7, T7i/77d, 80d. The mind, it reels.

 

[vangelismm]

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Possible AI auto-bounce...

Flash has "ceiling mode" -- point the flash at the ceiling, flash automatically determines range to celing, then, assuming it's a white ceiling, combines with angle, rotation, ETTL to calculate required adjusted power level and camera exposure settings.

It bounces well without all this.

 

[Refurb7]

Re: The List of Gear to be Announced in February

A PSA that I discovered by fluke: the latest Yongnuo YNE3-RT's (the controller) has an AF assist illuminator that works with new Canon cameras, like 80D and 6DII. They are indistinguishable from the old ones physically. The old ones won't work even if the firmware is flashed up to 1.24. There is a similar issue in the YN600EX-RT flashes too, but a lot of folks don't know that there is an "updated" controller.

For eye safety reasons I wouldn't use the laser based AF assist. But do you know if newer versions of YN-E3-RT also stopped eating batteries while turned off? The unit I have uses up a set of batteries in about 2 weeks even when turned off.

Laser?! Are you sure it's laser? And there's a safety issue? I thought it was just a red beam of near infra-red light. The AF assist light is a huge benefit on flashes. Seems like a real safety issue would come with a big warning, or be banned.

 

[brad-man]

Re: The List of Gear to be Announced in February

A PSA that I discovered by fluke: the latest Yongnuo YNE3-RT's (the controller) has an AF assist illuminator that works with new Canon cameras, like 80D and 6DII. They are indistinguishable from the old ones physically. The old ones won't work even if the firmware is flashed up to 1.24. There is a similar issue in the YN600EX-RT flashes too, but a lot of folks don't know that there is an "updated" controller.

For eye safety reasons I wouldn't use the laser based AF assist. But do you know if newer versions of YN-E3-RT also stopped eating batteries while turned off? The unit I have uses up a set of batteries in about 2 weeks even when turned off.

Laser?! Are you sure it's laser? And there's a safety issue? I thought it was just a red beam of near infra-red light. The AF assist light is a huge benefit on flashes. Seems like a real safety issue would come with a big warning, or be banned.

You mean you haven't heard about the huge class action suit against all flash manufacturers, laser pointer makers, burglar alarm companies, elevator companies, surveying companies, garage door opener companies, concert stage lighting companies, those people on PBS that make 3D graphic reproductions of old buildings, etc???

 

[Talys]

Re: UPDATED: The List of Gear to be Announced in February, Including More Speedlite Information [CR3

Possible AI auto-bounce...

Flash has "ceiling mode" -- point the flash at the ceiling, flash automatically determines range to celing, then, assuming it's a white ceiling, combines with angle, rotation, ETTL to calculate required adjusted power level and camera exposure settings.

It bounces well without all this.

Of course it does. But then you need to do hard things like go, oh, this bounce might be -1 stop, and adjust your exposure settings accordingly. ETTL for teh win!

Personally, I'm not sure I've used ETTL since the first time I tried it out, and wondered, "why would I ever want to use that?" I'm with you: it's sounds kind of gimmicky, but I'll reserve judgement til it drops. I guess it's fine in the next 600 series flash as long as it doesn't cost anything extra and I can ignore it or shut it off

 

[Talys]

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For eye safety reasons I wouldn't use the laser based AF assist. But do you know if newer versions of YN-E3-RT also stopped eating batteries while turned off? The unit I have uses up a set of batteries in about 2 weeks even when turned off.

Laser?! Are you sure it's laser? And there's a safety issue? I thought it was just a red beam of near infra-red light. The AF assist light is a huge benefit on flashes. Seems like a real safety issue would come with a big warning, or be banned.

You mean you haven't heard about the huge class action suit against all flash manufacturers, laser pointer makers, burglar alarm companies, elevator companies, surveying companies, garage door opener companies, concert stage lighting companies, those people on PBS that make 3D graphic reproductions of old buildings, etc???

Huh? I'm pretty sure that the AF assist illuminator in every flash I've ever owned is just a white light firing through a red cover, not a laser of any sort. I've had the red flash covers pop off after I dropped the flash, though the last time that happened was many moons ago ;D

I assure you most burglar alarm motion detectors do NOT employ lasers. They use infrared light, which is totally different; and I don't know how a motion detector could cause eye damage, ever. Only in the movies do you have visible grids of lasers to prevent super-spies from getting to their prize 8). Garage door openers... Those are all radio frequency. The detector for whether the door is closed or not is definitely not a laser (you don't have to aim it very carefully, and you can't see a dot if you put your hand in between the two); and besides, it's half an inch from the ground. You can use it from inside your pocket, right? And er... please enlighten me... elevators... lasers? ???

 

[brad-man]

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For eye safety reasons I wouldn't use the laser based AF assist. But do you know if newer versions of YN-E3-RT also stopped eating batteries while turned off? The unit I have uses up a set of batteries in about 2 weeks even when turned off.

Laser?! Are you sure it's laser? And there's a safety issue? I thought it was just a red beam of near infra-red light. The AF assist light is a huge benefit on flashes. Seems like a real safety issue would come with a big warning, or be banned.

You mean you haven't heard about the huge class action suit against all flash manufacturers, laser pointer makers, burglar alarm companies, elevator companies, surveying companies, garage door opener companies, concert stage lighting companies, those people on PBS that make 3D graphic reproductions of old buildings, etc???

Huh? I'm pretty sure that the AF assist illuminator in every flash I've ever owned is just a white light firing through a red cover, not a laser of any sort.

I assure you most burglar alarm motion detectors do NOT employ lasers. They use infrared light, which is totally different; and I don't know how a motion detector could cause eye damage, ever. Garage door openers... Those are all radio frequency. You can use it from inside your pocket, right? And er... please enlighten me... elevators... lasers? ???

My bad. It was a sarcastic response to a silly premise. Most ot those lights are low powered LEDs that are harmless.

 

[Talys]

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My bad. It was a sarcastic response to a silly premise. Most ot those lights are low powered LEDs that are harmless.

Aha! LOL. Sorry, man, I was too slow on the uptake 8)

 

[Tyroop]

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Canon EOS M50 A mirrorless camera between teh EOS M6 and EOS M100. We expect the price of it to be close to the EOS M6.

If it's positioned below the M6 but the price is close to the M6, what's the point?