Unreleased Canon Gear Has Appeared for Certification

[Jopa]

Optimistic pricing for the 85 f/1.4L IS, Mr. A...

My bet is $2200.

I bet $1 it will be under $2k. Otherwise they may the mighty 1.2 look cheap.

 

[Sharlin]

L primes are too expensive for me, but if Canon gives the 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8 the 24-28-35mm treatment, I'll buy 'em both.

Be careful what you wish for. The 24mm and 28mm are f/2.8 after all

 

[Fleetie]

I'll predict $2500 and £2500 for the 85/1.4 L IS.

 

[ricky_005]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

 

[ahsanford]

L primes are too expensive for me, but if Canon gives the 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8 the 24-28-35mm treatment, I'll buy 'em both.

Be careful what you wish for. The 24mm and 28mm are f/2.8 after all

The 24/28/35 IS lenses are just as fast as the lenses they replaced. So a non-L 50 f/1.4 IS USM and 85 f/1.8 IS USM is entirely possible.

That said, it would appear to CR Guy that we're going to get a 50 f/1.4 USM II (with Nano USM) instead. FBW = ugh for me, but if it's internally focusing and quick, I'm in.

- A

 

[ahsanford]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

Like offering $2k+ lenses that only focus by wire? You're right, Sony always brings the good stuff. :

- A

 

[bereninga]

Oh yeah, I forgot that the 85mm f/1.2 is going for $1900 currently. Okay, this one is definitely $2k at least. I'm changing my prediction to $2100.

 

[YuengLinger]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

 

[privatebydesign]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

Don't forget the 'industry standard' XQD cards!

 

[Khalai]

On a more relevant note, I am super excited to see how the 85mm F/1.4L IS ends up. I've never really been into primes, but I recently did a CPS evaluation of the 35mm f/1.4L II and fell in love with that lens. I could really see myself using a duo of the 35mm f/1.4L II and 85mm F/1.4L IS for almost everything, if the AF is as great as the 35mm. I hope more details leak out soon!

Regarding that new 85L, I just got a glimpse of Canon's marketing collaterals for it.

- A

Otus is a beast lens. That thing could probably survive neutron star explosion. Engineering on Otus lenses is another level from L lenses. And I truly LOVE L lenses. Even old Planar 1.4/85 is built like a brick...

 

[SkynetTX]

Who needs another version of the 18-55mm f/4-5.6 with STM motor? Noone. An f/2.8-4 IS USM would make more sense. And where's my 250mm f/5.6 IS USM Macro with the 75 cm MFD? Sometimes I'm just phisically unable to get closer to the beetles than this.

 

[BillB]

If Canon can make an 85mm f/1.4 lens with IS, maybe it can make a 50mm f/1.4 lens with IS as well.

How about a new version of the 50mm 1.2 WITH AF? I mean AF that works at all distances, f/stops, and fast enough to catch a portrait of somebody sitting still.

L primes are too expensive for me, but if Canon gives the 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8 the 24-28-35mm treatment, I'll buy 'em both.

I've always wondered whether sales of the 24-28-35 trio have met Canon's expections, or even come close. I have the 28mm, but I got it before the 16-35 f4 made its appearance. I like the 28, but the 16-35 is on the camera much more of the time. I don't regret buying the 28mm, but I don't think I would have gotten it if the 16-35 f4 had been available at the time, or if I had had the 24-70 f2.8II. There may be a similar situation for upgrades of the 50 f1.4 and the 85 f1.8. The mid range zooms may pretty stiff competition.

I often carry my 85 f1.8 along with my 16-35 to add some length and some closeup capacity, but I am not in a hurry to spend money on an upgrade.

 

[Wizardly]

Still no EF-S 15-85mm II :-\

 

[ricky_005]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

Fact are Facts ..... Your opinion wont and cant overthrow the fact Sony has better Glass, tools and output that is better than canon.

 

[Ozarker]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

Fact are Facts ..... Your opinion wont and cant overthrow the fact Sony has better Glass, tools and output that is better than canon.

Now Ricky, you're getting delusional again.

 

[bdunbar79]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

Fact are Facts ..... Your opinion wont and cant overthrow the fact Sony has better Glass, tools and output that is better than canon.

Oh yeah, all that Sony gear lining the NFL sidelines. Boy you say some stupid things.

 

[ricky_005]

Why would you go even deeper with canon gear when Sony is offering a bit better IQ and PRO functions that Canon refuses to offer there fan boys?

This "fan boy" is very satisfied with Canon's gear and top-notch customer service.

As for Sony, not sure how deep I'd commit to a company that has had so many spectacular tech failures that become useless paperweights. Betamax, VAIO computers, Trinitron TV's, LCD TV's, OLED TV's, Walkman, PSPgo...They seem to push out products just to keep their R&D and marketing departments viable and relevant but without any clear mission or patience.

So, when it comes to committing to more than just a fun camera that may or may not have service support, including parts, no thanks. Hover boards are cool toys, but I'll stick with my trusty Honda sedan, thank you.

Fact are Facts ..... Your opinion wont and cant overthrow the fact Sony has better Glass, tools and output that is better than canon.

Oh yeah, all that Sony gear lining the NFL sidelines. Boy you say some stupid things.

You saying Canon glass is better than Zeiss?

Your smoking Crack boy!

 

[SweOz]

If Canon can make an 85mm f/1.4 lens with IS, maybe it can make a 50mm f/1.4 lens with IS as well.

How about a new version of the 50mm 1.2 WITH AF? I mean AF that works at all distances, f/stops, and fast enough to catch a portrait of somebody sitting still.

L primes are too expensive for me, but if Canon gives the 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8 the 24-28-35mm treatment, I'll buy 'em both.

I love how people who don't own or have never used the 50mm f/1.2 L poo poo this lens all the time My copy focus very well and is superb for its intended use.
For fast action requiring a super fast focus I use my 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II

 

[Hellish]

Hopefully its a bit ligher than the 85mm f/1.2

 

[ricky_005]

If Canon can make an 85mm f/1.4 lens with IS, maybe it can make a 50mm f/1.4 lens with IS as well.

How about a new version of the 50mm 1.2 WITH AF? I mean AF that works at all distances, f/stops, and fast enough to catch a portrait of somebody sitting still.

L primes are too expensive for me, but if Canon gives the 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8 the 24-28-35mm treatment, I'll buy 'em both.

I love how people who don't own or have never used the 50mm f/1.2 L poo poo this lens all the time My copy focus very well and is superb for its intended use.
For fast action requiring a super fast focus I use my 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II

The 50mm f/1.2 L is a piece of crap ....... its propose was to screw you over! ...... Than announces they will be coming out with a new 50mm f/1.2 L II .....WTF? Cause they want to screw you over again!