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Canon 800mm f/5.6L IS USM replacement to be announced in 2014
Canon will allegedly announce the development of a new super telephoto prime lens by the end of the year. The product in question is referring to a Canon 800mm f/5.6L IS USM replacement. The new model would be lighter and will provide an improved image quality and autofocus system than its predecessor.
More Canon EOS 7D Mark II specs appear ahead of its launch
The elusive replacement for the Canon 7D is once again part of the rumor mill. Ahead of its purported September 5 launch event, some more Canon EOS 7D Mark II specs have been leaked. We can now say for certain that the DSLR camera will have a very durable build and that its image sensor will be based on a new technology.
More Canon medium format rumors point at Photokina launch
Several new Canon medium format rumors are circling around the web right now. They are sending conflicting signals, but one of them is claiming that the Japan-based manufacturer could reveal a camera with a sensor bigger than 35mm in September. The most likely event is Photokina 2014, which opens its doors to visitors on September 16.
Fresh Canon EOS 7D Mark II rumors hint at rugged body
New Canon EOS 7D Mark II rumors have surfaced on the web! Once again, the DSLR camera is rumored to have a body like the EOS-1 SLR. Furthermore, it appears that the body will be made entirely out of metal, turning it into a very sturdy device. However, this comes at a cost, so check out the article to find out all the details!
Canon EF 11-24mm f/2.8L lens might be unveiled soon
Canon may be on the verge of announcing a new lens. According to inside sources, the Canon EF 11-24mm f/2.8L lens is in development. It should be revealed in the near future, before or after the Photokina 2014, and it will be released on the market as a very expensive wide-angle zoom lens with a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8.
Canon medium format camera could be in development
The alleged Canon medium format camera is once again making the rounds in the rumor mill. The company is rumored to have slipped in some interesting questions in its private surveys. A questionnaire available to key users is reportedly including some questions about the medium format, something that Canon has never done before.
Canon EOS 7D Mark II still on track for early fall launch
Canon has recently said that “something big is coming”. Well, it has arrived, but it does not involve the Canon EOS 7D Mark II, as initially thought. The teaser was a campaign for the PhotoMarathon India 2014, a photography competition aimed at India residents. Either way, sources are claiming that the DSLR is coming soon.
Canon 180mm f/3.5 DO macro lens patent revealed on the web
Canon has patented a new lens with diffractive optics, a technology that reduces the size, weight, and chromatic aberration of a lens. The Canon 180mm f/3.5 DO macro lens has been patented in Japan and it could be the potential successor of a current optic, the EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM, which has been around for ages.
Canon teaser says that “something big is coming”
Canon India has posted a teaser on its official Facebook page, inviting people to get their cameras ready. The company added that “something big is coming”, further fueling the speculation that the EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera is nearing. Moreover, this could also point to the launch of the EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens.
New Canon 35mm f/1.4 and 50mm “L” lenses to be launched in 2015
Canon’s “year of the lenses” is not turning out as expected. Only three units have become official so far, one for each full frame, APS-C, and mirrorless cameras. However, more goodies should become official by the end of this year. However, two of them, new Canon 35mm f/1.4 and 50mm “L” lenses, are actually coming in 2015.
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS announced with 42x optical zoom lens
Canon has decided that there is no point in waiting until the Photokina 2014 to reveal a bridge camera aimed at beginner photographers. The new Canon PowerShot SX520 HS camera is now official with an impressive 42x optical zoom lens that offers a 35mm focal length equivalent of 24-1008 as well as many other features.
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS bridge camera officially unveiled
Canon has launched another bridge camera today, after the introduction of the PowerShot SX520 HS. The second model is called Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and it comes packed with an even lower-end set of specs, such as a CCD image sensor and 30x optical zoom lens. This bridge camera will be released soon for only $250.
Canon 5D Mark III replacement might not record 4K videos
A Canon 5D Mark III replacement is rumored to be in development. Sources have reported that the EOS 5D Mark IV will be released in early 2015 bearing 4K video recording capabilities. However, a new report is suggesting that the upcoming DSLR camera will not come packed with the ability to capture videos at 4K resolution.
Canon 7D officially discontinued by Amazon
After a 5-year life cycle, the Canon 7D DSLR has finally been discontinued. Amazon is now listing the camera as “discontinued”, meaning that the device will only be available as stocks last. A recent price reduction, coupled with the new status, could mean that a replacement, in the body of the Canon 7D Mark II, is nearing.
Canon claims victory over Nikon at the 2014 World Cup
Previously, we have determined that Nikon has caught up with Canon at major sports events. More and more professionals are using Nikon gear at the Olympics or at the World Cup. However, it seems like the 2014 World Cup has been won by Canon, as 70% of all photographers have used its DSLRs and lenses to cover the event.
Canon engineer hints at big-megapixel EOS DSLR camera
Canon has been rumored to be working on a big-megapixel EOS DSLR camera for a very long time. The company has denied such claims so far. However, one of its representatives has recently claimed that he is “looking forward to the high-resolution model of the EOS series”, suggesting that such camera is in the works and coming soon.
Future Canon PowerShot waterproof camera may feature 45x lens
A new Canon PowerShot waterproof camera may be in the works. This speculation is a result of a leaked patent, which is describing a 45x optical zoom lens that is also waterproof. The lens is aimed at compact cameras with 1/2.3-inch-type image sensors, so it perfectly fits the requirements of a Canon PowerShot D-series shooter.
Canon SX60 HS camera to be announced ahead of Photokina 2014
Canon is rumored to finally unveil a successor to the PowerShot SX50 HS bridge camera. The new and sought-after Canon SX60 HS will be introduced before the start of the Photokina 2014 event. According to trusted sources, the bridge camera will make its first official appearance at the beginning of September 2014.
New Canon Speedlite flash gun to join 7D Mark II’s launch event
Canon will allegedly announce the EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera on September 5. The rumor mill is claiming that the flagship APS-C DSLR is not coming alone on that date. According to trusted sources, a new Canon Speedlite flash will be introduced along with the long-rumored EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II telephoto zoom lens.
Fotodiox Excell +1 lens adapter released for Micro Four Thirds cameras
Fotodiox has launched a new series of lens adapters aimed at Micro Four Thirds and Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera users. The brand new Fotodiox Excell +1 adapter will allow photographers to mount Nikon G and Canon FD lenses onto their cameras, while widening the angle of the lenses in question.
Canon 7D price decreased ahead of its successor’s launch
Canon is rumored to announce a new flagship APS-C DSLR camera in the following months. Prior to the launch of the EOS 7D Mark II, the Canon 7D price has been reduced at major retailers in the US. The discount is quite big and it is a sign that the stocks of the current model must be emptied ahead of the new DSLR’s announcement.
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