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Canon announces Speedlite 430EX III RT external flash gun
Canon has taken the wraps off of a new product. It is not a camera, nor a DSLR or lens. In fact, it is a new accessory aimed at amateur photographers looking to experiment with pro-grade features. Without much further ado, here is the new Speedlite 430EX III RT external flash which offers radio-controlled wireless TTL support.
Canon to reveal two lenses and one DSLR on August 14
The next major announcement event to be held by Canon will take place on August 14, 2015, says the rumor mill. During the event, the company is rumored to unveil two lenses and one DSLR. It seems like the EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens is coming, while the most likely camera to show up is the tiny Rebel SL2 / 150D.
Canon EF-S 15-105mm f/2.8-5.6 STM lens patented, too
Canon has patented a new lens for EOS-series DSLR cameras featuring an APS-C-sized image sensor. It consists of a standard zoom lens that will offer a 35mm focal length equivalent of about 24-168mm. The product in question is the Canon EF-S 15-105mm f/2.8-5.6 STM lens and it has been patented in Japan.
Canon wide-angle zoom L f/2 lens in development?
Sigma has recently unveiled the 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art lens, which is the first in its category to employ a constant maximum aperture of f/2. It seems like Sigma has not beaten Canon by much. The reason for that is because a Canon wide-angle zoom L f/2 lens is said to be in the works and to come to the market soon.
New Canon patent hints at full-frame mirrorless camera
The rumor mill has claimed a few times that Canon is working on a full-frame mirrorless camera. Sources in Japan are adding fuel to the fire, as they have discovered that the company has patented an EF/EF-S lens mount adapter that is aimed at mirrorless cameras with full-frame image sensors.
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens ready and coming this fall
Canon is rumored to have completed the testing phase of a much-anticipated bright wide-angle prime lens. According to a trusted source, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens is ready, but it will not be announced, yet. Due to the demand of existing lenses, Canon will introduce this new product sometime during fall 2015.
Canon 18-megapixel full-frame DSLR said to be in the works
Canon is allegedly working on a new full-frame DSLR. The product in question will employ an 18-megapixel image sensor and it will offer an “industry-leading low-light performance”. A Canon 18-megapixel full-frame DSLR has been mentioned in the rumor mill before as a possible version of the EOS 5D Mark IV.
Canon EF-S 20mm f/2.8 STM lens patented for APS-C DSLRs
Canon has patented yet another wide-angle prime optic with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. The Canon EF-S 20mm f/2.8 STM lens follows into the footsteps of the EF 10mm f/2.8L USM, albeit the former is designed for EOS DSLR cameras with APS-C sensors, while the latter is aimed at EOS DSLR cameras with full-frame sensors.
Canon quadcopter with built-in camera in development?
This could be one of the most surprising rumor of recent times: a Canon quadcopter with a built-in camera could be in the works. Sources in Japan have discovered an interesting patent from the company which is detailing a device that appears to be a drone, thus hinting that Canon will compete against DJI and others soon.
Canon PowerShot G5 X rumored to be in the works
One day after introducing its third premium compact camera, Canon is rumored to be developing another model for its impressive series. A source is claiming that a Canon PowerShot G5 X camera is in the works, while revealing some of its specifications that include a large sensor and a bright zoom lens.
Canon PowerShot G3 X camera becomes official
Canon has finally announced the third member of its premium compact camera line-up. The brand new Canon PowerShot G3 X joins the Powershot G1 X Mark II and the PowerShot G7 X in the company’s high-end compact series, which offers choices for all types of photographers, including professionals.
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS lens rumored to be in the works
After Nikon was rumored to be working on a stabilized 24-70mm f/2.8 lens, it seems like Canon is on the same path. According to multiple sources, the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS lens is real and it is in development. The optic would not replace the non-stabilized version, instead becoming an expensive premium lens.
Canon EF-M 85mm f/1.8 IS STM lens may be on its way
Canon may soon reveal a new product for the company’s mirrorless camera users. It seems like a Canon EF-M 85mm f/1.8 IS STM lens is in the works. Additionally, this telephoto prime lens, designed for portrait photography purposes, will be revealed in the near future for EOS M mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras.
Canon EF 10mm f/2.8L USM lens patented
Canon has patented one of the most interesting lenses that we have seen all year. The product in question is a high-quality non-fisheye wide-angle prime lens designed for EOS DSLRs with full-frame image sensors. It consists of the Canon EF 10mm f/2.8L USM lens, that would become the company’s prime with the widest focal length.
Canon 5D Mark IV launch date will not take place in 2015
More rumors regarding the Canon 5D Mark IV launch date have appeared on the web. Although many users hoped that this would not be true, the DSLR will become official in 2016. At this point, there are little to no chances for the 5D Mark III successor to be unveiled by the end of 2015, so expect the DSLR to show up next year.
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II lens testing begins
Canon will introduce a new L-designated lens with a prime focal length by the end of 2015. The product in question has been mentioned in the rumor mill before and it appears that it will get more mentions. The reason for that is because the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II lens testing has started, so new details will be revealed soon.
Canon to increase EOS 6D Mark II’s rank compared to 6D
Canon is working on a different strategy for its entry-level full-frame DSLR market. The EOS 6D is in this position for now, but the same thing cannot be said about its replacement. It appears that the so-called EOS 6D Mark II will have a higher rank and a higher price, thanks to some new features and miniaturization.
Patent for Canon camera with EVF shows up in Japan
Canon is fueling the rumors regarding a DSLR-styled camera with an electronic viewfinder and a translucent mirror after the company has patented such device in Japan. The Canon camera with EVF and translucent mirror is reminiscent of Sony’s A-mount SLT cameras and it could be released on the market in the near future.
Unique Canon tilt-shift IS lens patented in Japan
Canon was previously rumored to be working on a unique macro lens. Eventually, it was revealed that the optic could be a tilt-shift model. However, there is more where that comes from: built-in image stabilization technology. The Canon tilt-shift IS lens has just been patented and it might come to a store near you in the future.
Canon full-frame astrophotography DSLR coming in 2016
Canon is allegedly developing a new competitor for one of Nikon’s cameras. This time, the device in question is special. According to the rumor mill, the EOS maker is working on a Nikon D810a rival. The Canon full-frame astrophotography DSLR is said to be in the works and to take on its Nikon counterpart sometime in 2016.
New Canon super-telephoto lens coming in 2016
After taking care of the wide-angle department, Canon will turn its attention to the super-telephoto realm. According to a highly-reliable source, a new Canon super-telephoto lens is in the works. The optic is rumored to come packed with a maximum aperture that is slower than f/4 and to be released on the market sometime in 2016.
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