Canon Products
Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens officially announced
Canon has finally updated one of its oldest lenses. The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens is official now with numerous improvements, such as a new image stabilization technology and zooming system. This super-telephoto zoom optic will also offer a better image quality when it becomes available in December 2014.
Canon C300 Mark II to be capable of recording 4K videos
Canon is believed to be working on multiple new Cinema EOS camcorders. A model that is sure to be launched is the Canon C300 Mark II, which will replace the C300 at the NAB Show 2015 or during the event. The EOS C300 replacement will be a major upgrade over its predecessor and will be capable of recording 4K videos.
Canon 5D Mark IV release date set for early February 2015
Canon fans may be up for a busy beginning of the year, as the Japan-based manufacturer is rumored to launch three full frame DSLR cameras in early 2015. According to some sources, the Canon 5D Mark IV release date has been scheduled to take place in February 2015, while another DSLR will be revealed around the same time.
Future Canon DSLR rumored to employ Sony multi-layer sensor
Canon has been rumored to be working on a professional-grade DSLR camera with a multi-layered image sensor for a very long time. Now, the rumor mill is back with more information regarding this subject, claiming that the shooter could actually employ a Sony multi-layer sensor, instead of Canon’s patented Foveon-like sensors.
Canon modular DSLR camera could be announced in 2015
Canon could be working on an interesting project that will remind people of the Ricoh GXR compact camera. The device in question is described as a Canon modular DSLR camera, which will allow users to switch parts with other parts. The shooter could be built for videography purposes and it could be revealed next year.
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L USM II lens patent uncovered in Japan
A couple of patents describing new Canon lenses have been leaked. The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L USM II lens patent is referring to the replacement for the existing 35mm f/1.4L USM lens for full-frame DSLRs, while the EF-M 55-250mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens could take the place of the current EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM optic.
Canon Q3 2014 financial report reveals 21% camera sales drop
Canon has revealed its latest financial results for the third quarter of the year, which ended on September 20, 2014. The company has revealed a drop in both revenue and profit caused by decreasing digital camera sales. The Canon Q3 2014 financial report states that this drop is the effect of “economic stagnation” in Japan and Europe.
Many Canon 4K cameras and camcorders coming in 2015
Canon will allegedly refresh products from all of its camera and camcorder line-ups. Sources are reporting that lots of these shooters will be capable of recording videos at 4K resolution. The new Canon 4K cameras will start showing up as of early 2015, meaning that at least one of them could be announced at CES 2015 in January.
Compact Canon DSLR cameras are rumored to be in the works
Inside sources are reporting that Canon will focus on compact and lightweight DSLR-like cameras, instead of releasing mirrorless systems. Consumers want small shooters, so the technology behind does not really matter. As a result, it appears that a bunch of compact Canon DSLR cameras are in development right now.
Canon EOS C100 Mark II announced with WiFi and Dual Pixel AF
Following recent rumors and speculation, Canon has revealed the second-generation entry-level Cinema EOS camcorder. The Canon EOS C100 Mark II camera is now official with new features, such as built-in WiFi and standard Dual Pixel AF technology. The camcorder will be released by the end of the year for an affordable price.
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 lens patent spotted on the web
Several Canon patents have been unearthed by curious minds and some of them are really interesting. One of them is detailing a teleconverter that comes with a diffractive optics element. However, the most interesting one is a Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 lens patent that describes an optic with a built-in liquid element.
Canon Cine 50-1000mm T5-8.9 lens announced with $78,000 price tag
Canon has officially unveiled a new lens with the longest zoom and focal length aimed at Super 35mm cameras. The Canon Cine 50-1000mm T5-8.9 lens comes packed with a built-in 1.5x extender as well as a removable Digital Drive. The company will release this ultra-telephoto zoom lens in early 2015 for a price of $78,000.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II to be more expensive than its predecessor
Canon will allegedly make some changes to its full frame DSLR line-up. The company is planning to move a couple of its cameras up the ranks. Sources are reporting that the Canon EOS 6D Mark II will have better features and will be more expensive than its predecessor, a path which could be followed by the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV.
Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L lens price to stand at $3,000
Canon could announce two new lenses by the end of the year. The EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens is said to finally become official in November as a replacement for the original 100-400mm model. On the other hand, the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L lens price is rumored to be $3,000, when the product gets released in the near future.
New Canon PowerShot superzoom camera coming at PhotoPlus 2014
The PhotoPlus Expo 2014 event begins on October 29. Although there are not so many rumors surrounding the event, it appears that there will be at least one reason to be focused on this show. According to the rumor mill, a new Canon PowerShot superzoom camera featuring a large sensor will be revealed during the event.
Two Canon big-megapixel DSLR versions to come in Q1 2015
Canon will allegedly announce two multi-layer cameras in early 2015. One of these shooters will employ a high-resolution DSLR. Now, the rumor mill has revealed more info about this model, which is said to be released in two versions. The Canon big-megapixel DSLR pair will become official in Q1 2015 and will be released for $4,000 each.
Canon EOS C100 successor is the next Cinema camcorder
Canon will have a very busy start of the year in 2015. The Japan-based company is rumored to introduce a plethora of new products and now we can add a few more to the list. It appears that the next Cinema EOS camcorder is the Canon EOS C100 successor, which will be soon followed by replacements for both the EOS C300 and C500.
Canon 1D X replacement rumored to feature multi-layer sensor
Canon could be done with major announcements in 2014. However, things will change next year. The company is rumored to put forth a Canon 1D X replacement in 2015, a DSLR that will feature a multi-layered image sensor. Moreover, another camera is coming in 2015 and will employ a big-megapixel multi-layered sensor as well.
Canon 5D Mark III price discounts go live at multiple stores
This is the first month after Photokina 2014. After new cameras have been introduced, it appears that older models are having their prices reduced. The last one to benefit from special offers is the Canon 5D Mark III. The DSLR is now cheaper and buyers will also get a myriad of free accessories, depending on their favorite retailer.
New Canon marketing campaign shifts focus to consumers
The recent Canon “see impossible” teaser has sparked a new round of rumors and speculation about the future of the company. Well, the story behind the teaser has finally been revealed and it is not what you expected. “See Impossible” is a new Canon marketing campaign aimed at shifting the focus from products to consumers.
Canon teaser says that the “impossible” is coming on October 7
Are you a pessimist? Do you think that some things are simply impossible to achieve? Well, Canon has something to say to you: the “impossible” can be done, so stop saying that it can’t. This is not an invention, it is actually the latest Canon teaser for an “impossible” product, which will become official in the early hours of October 7.