The details are scant right now but between the rumors and what seems to have been confirmed and what we can see from the EOS R1 objectively, we can probably make some good assumptions about what we do expect from these cameras. The TL;DR from the press announcement is basically;
- Aiming for release in 2024
- Professional mirrorless camera with high durability and reliability
- Conventional video engine DIGIC X
- Newly developed video engine DIGIC Accelerator
- Newly developed CMOS sensor
- High-dimensional fusion of new video engine system and deep learning technology
- Achieving high-speed and high-precision object recognition
- AF “Action Priority” function
- We are proceeding with field tests of this unit to support the capture of decisive and moving moments at upcoming global sporting events.
I'll be updating this article over time as we get more images and information. So check on it often.
For starters, let's set one thing clear. Canon never holds anything back when it comes to the 1 series. It gets it all. I may whine about Canon from time to time (a lot more times when it's about the EOS R100), but when it comes to Canon deciding that it's time for the 1 series – it is going to be the best camera that Canon can develop. Canon has an insane level of pride when it comes to the 1 series.
We have approximately overlaid the EOS R3 and EOS R1 to give an estimate on the form and function of the new 1 series beast. Notably, the top EVF hunch is far more pronounced. That could be because of a few reasons including a much improved EVF. Also, driving EVFs at the ludicrous speeds demanded by top cameras can be a significant heat source, so moving those electronics a little further away from the sensor can certainly be a good thing.
The left side button layout appears to have been kept from the EOS R3 – something that surprises me a bit, I had thought that Canon would have migrated over the 3-button arrangement from the DSLR 1 series cameras to maintain consistency. But it appears as if the two buttons on the EOS R3 are here to stay.
The button arrangement on the right side of the camera appears to be different, but it's really hard to tell with the angle of view that we currently have.
The R1 is also much wider on the grip side than the EOS R3. I suspect this will be far more comfortable with gloves on as it has more space between the grip and the side of the lens. Having more room there allows for less accidental button pressing and also a far more comfortable camera to use for longer periods.
With the EOS R1 certainly being taller and wider than the EOS R3, we can expect that means that Canon can drive the electronics much faster because of better heat dissipation throughout the camera, and also have room for that brand new DIGIC Accelerator.
We hope that Canon will grace us with more pictures and details soon.
This is also very interesting, because of design (e.g. BSI, GS, etc.) but if Canon stays true to itself, this sensor will be for the "1" series only.
I wonder if there's a reason they're not using the 'Olympic' and Paralympic' words? Because I presume that's what they mean. Perhaps Canon is not an official Olympic Partner, in which case the IOC can get very huffy indeed about using the Sacred Name.
For birds (apparently I've reached that age where bird turn from "poop bombers" to "hey, a yellow tailed finch warbler!"), I use it for the opposite, a shot of the nictitating membrane :)
They can reuse it to R6 so I don't think they will use R3 sensor for R6iii
So I'm not so sure anymore that the 1dx2 and 1dx3 sensors are different, apart from the AA filter. I would assume so :)
The Canon EOS R1, a flagship re-invented. Lots of subtle differences compared to the EOS R3
So a tweaked R3. Honestly, after so long, I was expecting something groundbreaking. This is a bit disappointing. So far I’m thinking this sounds like more of a R3 Mk2.
That, on the other hand, tells me, that the R1 will be a Beast for Photos AND Videos. Plus i also expect this feature to also show up on the upcomming R Cameras.
That sounds like more than a tweak to me.
As a practical matter, this press release is just a "first tease". They may be saving some "exciting details" for the official launch.
the layout was always going to be a tweaked R3. The guts appear to be zip like the R3.
Professionals don't want to use radically different bodies. so from the ergonomic point of view, it should be subtle, unless they read the room entirely wrong with the R3 ergonomics.
yes, i agree. could be other reasons too.
I think Canon had to wait until the improvements were done to EyeAF and they still are doing much in that regard as we saw in the last 6 months via patents.
You are reading way too much into it.