More about the upcoming high-megapixel EOS R system camera [CR2]

PureClassA · Sep 10, 2019

I’d have to imagine the video specs will be mundane considering the resolution as clearly this isnt built for video. That said I’d also imagine this is where we see the new IBIS system being rumored to work in tandem with lens IS for some crazy good combo IS with even more than 5 stops of performance. My only real complaint with my 5DSR is that it’s (understandably) nearly impossible to hand hold shoot and get maximum effectiveness of the high-res without some really high shutter speeds which arent always possible even at times with an IS lens. An 83MP sensor would even further exaggerate this issue without some amazing IBIS (short of having to tripod shoot all the time). Cant wait to see what they come up with!

ethanz · Sep 10, 2019

No 24p, Canon is dumb

Canfan · Sep 10, 2019

Hope is my isn’t larger than the EOSR. I think the R’s size should be the limit for mirrorless cameras. I think camera manufacturers need to think about that.

DrToast · Sep 10, 2019

Sign me up.

wockawocka · Sep 10, 2019

Not this side of Xmas then...meaning a 5D type mirrorless may well not appear until the end of next year.

gdanmitchell · Sep 10, 2019

As a replacement for the 5Ds(R) line, which is optimized for high resolution still photography, this sounds like it would be a significant step forward, especially if the sensor performance is as good as speculation suggests.

This isn't intended to be a high speed action photography camera nor is it intended to be the world's best video recording system — Canon makes other systems optimized for those things.

PureClassA · Sep 10, 2019

Canfan said:
Hope is my isn’t larger than the EOSR. I think the R’s size should be the limit for mirrorless cameras. I think camera manufacturers need to think about that.

You will get something much bigger than the R with the 1DXR (or whatever they call the MILC version down the road). Having a bit larger body then current R for THIS camera would be welcome by pros because the larger telephoto glass this sort of camera will get used with needs to be better balanced. The easiest balance combo I own is the 1DX2 with either the 85 1.4 or the 70-200 2.8.

Architect1776 · Sep 10, 2019

gdanmitchell said:
As a replacement for the 5Ds(R) line, which is optimized for high resolution still photography, this sounds like it would be a significant step forward, especially if the sensor performance is as good as speculation suggests.

This isn't intended to be a high speed action photography camera nor is it intended to be the world's best video recording system — Canon makes other systems optimized for those things.

Absolutely.
This works for me with IBIS.
No IBIS not there yet.

wsmith96 · Sep 10, 2019

Sounds pretty slick - the tilt LCD viewfinder can be very useful - thinking astro...

mpb001 · Sep 10, 2019

I thought that the next advanced or pro body would have IBIS? I am hoping that it will have it. I really like Canon cameras because of their handling and image quality. That said, I also would like to head in the direction of a smaller mirrorless FF camera for travel and landscape photography. I have handled Sony and don't care for the lack of ergonomics, although they do have IBIS. A Nikon Z6 or a probably Z6II is a possibility, but I already own a few Canon L lenses, so would prefer to stick with Canon. Plus, I am not too sure about the fate of Nikon. They might be around in some fashion, but they have not fared well lately, at least financially and are much smaller than Canon. I would also prefer to stay with FF., so, hopefully Canon will start to include IBIS in their mirrorless line.

iamjhil · Sep 10, 2019

pro body. and i'm sold. 4k60 & 1080 120fps

LensFungus · Sep 10, 2019

A “new style” of joystick

My neighbour's uncle knows the hairdresser of the Canon CEO's third cousin's dog and he told me that there will be a hole in the camera body of the high megapixel EOS R camera right where the joystick is supposed to be. The user has to put his tongue into the hole and by doing so he can select the AF points with the movement of his tongue. Sony is doomed!

Juangrande · Sep 10, 2019

Canfan said:
Hope is my isn’t larger than the EOSR. I think the R’s size should be the limit for mirrorless cameras. I think camera manufacturers need to think about that.

I would actually prefer it to be slightly larger, personally I find smaller cameras are uncomfortable to hold and use.

mb66energy · Sep 10, 2019

LensFungus said:
My neighbour's uncle knows the hairdresser of the Canon CEO's third cousin's dog and he told me that there will be a hole in the camera body of the high megapixel EOS R camera right where the joystick is supposed to be. The user has to put his tongue into the hole and by doing so he can select the AF points with the movement of his tongue. Sony is doomed!

Just thinking about users testing that camera at the next photokinas Canon both ...

Sharlin · Sep 10, 2019

I believe the "new type of joystick" is going to be an eight-directional touchpad controller building on the tremendous success of the touch bar on the R. Remember, you heard it from me first!

TracerHD · Sep 10, 2019

Mhh, it depends on the Specs if you should choose a 83MP R over a combination oft 30MP R and 32MP M6 II or 90D.

What do you mean?

Maximilian · Sep 10, 2019

I like the "dual same type card slot" for other than 1D type cameras.
Sounds promissing for other pro/enthusiast EOS R bodies

Quarkcharmed · Sep 10, 2019

First half of 2020? Basically waiting for up to 9 months. Maybe up to a year. Any word on IBIS?
And most important question (which I'm asking myself) - should I maybe buy A7RIV?

bhf3737 · Sep 10, 2019

Joystick is very welcome addition.
Would be nice to have user selectable high speed (higher frame rate) crop mode.
Also one point AF area the smaller, the better.