Category: Canon

Canon RF 85mm f/2 IS STM Lens Coming in 2020

Canon is rumored to be working on a new affordable RF 85mm f/2 IS STM lens. This new 85mm prime is expected to be announced in 2020.

In addition, Canon is planning to a whole line of f/2-f/2.8 non-L prime lenses with IS in the next 12 months. And these prime lenses will range from 18mm to 85mm.

Canon currently has two 85mm RF lenses for Canon EOS R and EOS RP mirrorless cameras: RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Lens ($2,699) and RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS “Defocus Smoothing” lens ($2,999).

This is the first time we’ve heard such a RF 85mm f/2 IS STM lens coming. So just take it with a grain of salt until we can confirm the information above.

The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens is in stock and shipping at major stores in US. The price of the lens is $2,699 and available at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR Camera Now in Stock

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III camera now in stock and shipping at major stores in US. Check availability at B&H Photo Video and Adorama.com.

The new Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR is a sports and action camera featuring a 20.1 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor, combined with a cutting-edge new DIGIC X image processor. Continue reading “Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR Camera Now in Stock”

Fotodiox Unveils EF-to-L Lens Adapter with Full Electronic Functions

Fotodiox has announced the new Fotodiox Pro Fusion Adapter that lets you mount Canon EF (and EF-S) lenses onto Leica L (and T) cameras. The new Canon EF to L-Mount Pro Fusion adapter offers complete electronic control and communication between the lens and the camera it’s attached to. while retaining the full range of automated functions.

The adapter works with both EF and EF-S lenses and converts them to L-Mount mirrorless cameras. It features an all-metal design with chrome-plated brass mounts and features a built-in Micro USB for updating the firmware of the adapter.

The mount itself features an all-metal construction with a chrome-plated brass mount that delivers an exact and snug fit. It measures 2.6×2.6×1.1 inches (6.5×6.5×2.9cm) and weighs 0.3 pounds (0.14kg).

The adapter is backed by a two-year manufacturer warranty, comes packed inside a padded bamboo box and is currently available to purchase for $179.95 (B&H).

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Version 1.1.0 Released

Canon has released the new firmware version 1.1.0 for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR camera.

Check out the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Version 1.1.0 details with download links.  Continue reading “Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Firmware Version 1.1.0 Released”

New Patents for Canon RF 85mm f/1.8 & RF 100mm f/2.8 Lenses

Canon has just filed two new lens patents RF 85mm f/1.8 lens and RF 100mm f/2.8 lens. New Canon patents are for RF-mount and will be designed for company’s full frame mirrorless cameras.

These are probably non-L lenses and we hope the 100mm is a macro glass. Check out the patent details for Canon RF 85mm f/1.8 & RF 100mm f/2.8 Lenses. Continue reading “New Patents for Canon RF 85mm f/1.8 & RF 100mm f/2.8 Lenses”

Canon EOS M6 Mark II Firmware Version 1.1.0 Now Available

The new firmware version 1.1.0 for the Canon EOS M6 Mark II mirrorless camera is now available for download. This Canon EOS M6 Mark II Firmware Version 1.1.0 has added the option to capture movies in the frame rate of 23.98p.

Download : Canon EOS M6 Mark II Firmware Version 1.1.0

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancement and fixes:

1. The option to capture movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been added.
2. Fixes the phenomenon where the focus position of the lens returns to the home position if the camera powers off due to the “Auto Power Off” setting during Interval Timing shooting.
3. Fixes the phenomenon in which, in rare cases, the camera may not autofocus at the edges of the image area.

Canon EOS M6 Mark II body: $849 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama)

Read more: Best Lenses for Canon M6 Mark II and Best Memory Cards for Canon M6 Mark II.

Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6 Will Be Officially Announced on April 20

Canon issued a new press release that they will be hosting a Virtual Press Conference at 1pm on April 20, 2020 ‘to unveil the company’s new professional imaging products and technologies.’

We will probably see the highly anticipated Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R6, Canon Cinema EOS C300 Mark II Camcorder and a new Cinema lens on that day.

The new Canon EOS R5 camera already listed at Adorama and B&HPhoto.

$500 off on Canon EOS R body: $1,799 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Canon Confirmed the EOS R5 is the 5D Series Equivalent for Mirrorless

Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6 Will Be Officially Announced on April 20”

DPRTV: Pre-Amp Shootout Fujifilm X-T3/X-T4, Sony a7 III, Panasonic S1H, Olympus E-M1 Mark III, Nikon Z6, and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III

Dpreview TV published a Microphone pre-amp Shootout video comparing the Fujifilm X-T3 (X-T4 has the same preamp), Sony a7 III, Panasonic S1H, Olympus E-M1 Mark III, Nikon Z6, and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III cameras.

Below you can see a summary and the results of this video review or you can watch the video below. Continue reading “DPRTV: Pre-Amp Shootout Fujifilm X-T3/X-T4, Sony a7 III, Panasonic S1H, Olympus E-M1 Mark III, Nikon Z6, and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III”

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III vs Sony a9 II – Which One To Buy ?

Here is a comparison video of Canon EOS-1D X Mark III  vs Sony a9 II full frame cameras.

Both the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR  and the Sony a9 II mirrorless models are designed for the professional sports, photojournalist, wildlife and wedding photographers. But which one is right for you, Canon 1DX Mark III or Sony a9 II? Is it the DSLR with Mirrorless leanings or the straight Mirrorless camera? Check out the comparison between the Canon 1DX Mark III and the Sony a9 II by Jared Polin! Continue reading “Canon EOS-1D X Mark III vs Sony a9 II – Which One To Buy ?”

Canon Confirmed the EOS R5 is the 5D Series Equivalent for Mirrorless

Techradar recently had an interview with David Parry, Canon’s Product Marketing Specialist who talked about some of the details about the Canon EOS R5.

In February 2020 Canon officially announced the development of the EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera. The new Canon EOS R5 camera already listed at Adorama and B&HPhoto. Here are some excerpts from the interview. Continue reading “Canon Confirmed the EOS R5 is the 5D Series Equivalent for Mirrorless”