More features and specifications for the Canon EOS R3 have emerged

twoheadedboy · Jun 2, 2021

What do we think for the resolution? I'm guessing ~32.5MP, midway between the 1DX3 and R5.

john1970 · Jun 2, 2021

After seeing these specifications along with SD and CFExpress cards I am on the fence if I should buy R3 or not. I am still waiting for the official announcements to learn more, but at this stage I would like some insights into the following:

1) What exactly does Canon mean that the DPAF has enhance tracking for people and animals? Is the tracking significantly better than the R5. Is the enhancement quad-pixel AF?

2) Can the electronic shutter be used at speeds other than 30 fps like 10 fps or 20 fps? Many times I have a need for 10 fps and silent shutter and just do not need 30 fps.

3) Lastly, what is the resolution of the sensor? I a still hoping for 30 MP, but my gut is saying it may not be more than 24 MP.

marathonman · Jun 2, 2021

No details as to whether you can recover highlights if you are 8 stops over-exposed.... what will the Internet talk about today then?

RMac · Jun 2, 2021

twoheadedboy said:
What do we think for the resolution? I'm guessing ~32.5MP, midway between the 1DX3 and R5.

I'd wager 20MP. The fact that they're not trumpeting the resolution is pretty suggestive that it's not an exciting spec, so staying the same as the R6/1DXiii wouldn't surprise me in the least.

privatebydesign · Jun 2, 2021

I think it is becoming pretty clear that the R3 is to the R1 what the R6 is to the R5. Most of the people in this thread have been hoping the R3 is what the R1 will actually be, yet the R5 basically already does for them.

padam · Jun 2, 2021

The R1 has to top -7EV, so it will be able to focus with the lens cap on.

justaCanonuser · Jun 2, 2021

I'd call this the R3 series, with cliff hangers and the burning question what will happen in the next episode... Another burning question will finally be the pricing.

justaCanonuser · Jun 2, 2021

marathonman said:
No details as to whether you can recover highlights if you are 8 stops over-exposed.... what will the Internet talk about today then?

Anyone who has to recover 8 stops over-exposed images has a much deeper problem with photography I guess

Chaitanya · Jun 2, 2021

twoheadedboy said:
What do we think for the resolution? I'm guessing ~32.5MP, midway between the 1DX3 and R5.

Maybe even 24 or 28 to keep things in check.

docsmith · Jun 2, 2021

While expected, I am pleased to see the battery confirmed. There had been some speculation that the R3 might have two LP-E6NH in it. But, the R3 will be sporting elite weather sealing and a higher volt battery.

Nice.

Not bring on the sensor size and get it into the hands of testers!

SV · Jun 2, 2021

Seems ok, but I think I'll hold out for 20 Stops of Coordinated Control IS so that I can handhold those night time Milky Way shots...

Atlasman · Jun 2, 2021

I believe the R3 has to be a direct competitor to the Sony A1—and at-the-same time, be an improved R5. This means it should have at least 45MP, 4K oversampled from 8K, eliminate all recording limitations. I would buy such a beast!

FrenchFry · Jun 2, 2021

I was hoping for higher MP, and this is not promising. Too bad as I would have put in a preorder. But it sounds like the R3 is going to make reach-limited subjects even smaller, which is not what I am looking for in a wildlife body.

Reach will continue to be an issue for me until Canon develops lighter weight high performing telephotos.

What I don’t understand is why Canon is stating this body will compete with the A1 and Z9 if it will have half the MPs. Also, why the big marketibg hype about undercutting the competition when you are selling something that isn’t in line with those products anyway?
Hopefully Canon is just playing games anf does have a sensor of at least 30MP-45MP. Maybe they are scared of advertizing 8k again if it is limited recording time again.Fingers crossed for better news but I am prepared to be disappointed.

sanj · Jun 2, 2021

It seems like Canon is struggling with 8K.

sanj · Jun 2, 2021

What is 'Speedlight shooting with electronic shutter'?

rinamiele · Jun 2, 2021

30MP isn't exciting either but one can hope for that over 20MP! Look, if the initial acquisition/pickup is as good as 1DX3, I'm gonna be happy. Shooting warblers with the R5 was dreadful (and I love my R5) If higher MP then lovely. Shooting 4K 120 needs to be included too, but anything more would be bonus. I'm definitely excited about the accessory shoe (XLR adapter please!)

I think this is a great stop-gap camera - there sure is a lot to love already. Is it perfect? What camera is? I'm likely getting it anyway... ha ha ha!!! Ohhhh boyyyyyy

matthudson · Jun 2, 2021

I have no idea why Canon keeps crippling their high end cameras with a dedicated SD card slot. CFExpress are cheap enough now that the cost justification doesn't hold up for the price of the body. Hopefully the R3 is dual-purpose slots, but knowing Canon they'll hold that for the R1

sanj · Jun 2, 2021

As of now, I think R5 will be my camera. This is nice, but nothing really compelling to upgrade. R5 rocks!

sanj · Jun 2, 2021

RAW is mentioned twice. Wonder what that means...

From Canon Australia:

New Canon EOS R3 Specifications:

EOS R5

EOS R5

EOS 90D

5Diii 7D M5 C300

EOS-1D X Mark III

EOS R

Grab your camera, go out and shoot!

Grab your camera, go out and shoot!

EOS R

EOS R

EOS M6 Mark II

EOS R5

Wildlife enthusiast!

EOS R5

EOS R5

R5 + 1DX3

EOS R5

EOS R5

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