Check out the new Stash Master Camera Cubes at Think Tank Photo.
"Turn any backpack, roller, or duffel into a camera bag — or use as a photo storage cube that’s ready to go at any time!"
Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.1 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R6 at B&H.
From Sony:
A few weeks ago we shared with you that Sony Electronics had announced the next generation of its Creators’ Cloud platform, and would soon include Creators’ App. Today we are pleased to inform you that the "Creators' App" is now available.
"Creators' App" is an app of Sony’s cloud production platform "Creators' Cloud" for individuals, and the app acts as an extension of a camera to upload, view, and manage photo and video content shot on select Sony cameras, and stored in the cloud.
You can find more details and download "Creators' App" from the website below.
As for Creators’ Cloud storage, users can enjoy free 5GB of cloud storage for any user with a Sony Account, free 25GB of cloud storage for owners of selected Sony cameras.
*At time of launch, video and image transmission from cameras to cloud via smartphones with the "Creators' App" and camera remote control functions will be compatible with a7 IV, ZV-1F. Spring 2023: a7R V, FX3, FX30. a7 IV, a7R V, FX3, FX30 will need software update respectively.
Canon has added the latest Corporate Strategy Conference Presentation to the Investor Relations page.
Overall Strategy Presentation
Imaging Presentation
Quotes from the Imaging Presentation Material
Last year, the Imaging Group achieved sales and profit growth and a significant improvement in profitability.
As for cameras, our mirrorless camera market share remained stable thanks to our strong market reputation We also posted strong sales of new products. Through this, our camera business is supporting earnings as a mainstay of Imaging.
Our future growth strategy is to create new businesses while maintaining high profitability in existing ones.
With EOS R and other existing products, we will create new markets and businesses by offering attractive products that anticipate market demands, strengthen our profit structure, activate group synergies, and deliver unprecedented value through products and solutions.
And we aim to achieve sales of 1 trillion yen in the Imaging Group in 2025.
This year, we expect the global market for interchangeable lens cameras to be around 5.5 to 6 million units and more than 70 of this to be mirrorless cameras.
This year as well, we expect to maintain our No 1 share of the interchangeable lens camera market and at the same time aim to No 1 in mirrorless cameras as sub segment as well. In addition to market share, we will also work to expand sales volume of the EOS R System itself through three measures.
The first is “enhancing the EOS R System To this end, we will expand our lineup of cameras and lenses to meet the diverse needs of our customers.
Moreover, in recent years, the demographic of video oriented users, such as video creators, media users, and SNS users, is thick and growing. We aim to expand the scale of the R system by including functions and performance that respond to user requests not only for still images but also for videos.
Also, the world of imaging is changing from 2 D to 3 D to XR In anticipation of these future demands, we will also focus on the deployment of EOS VR systems and work to expand awareness of VR, improve the usability of apps and software, and create an environment where users can enjoy VR images.
Buy your Canon cameras, lens, and accessories at B&H.
When the sky is clear, focusing on what the last light of the day is hitting is often the optimal plan. Last light typically falls on high-elevation features, and Rock Cut in Rocky Mountain National Park has that qualification.
A Colorado 14er, Longs Peak, also captures the day's last light. Framing this mountain between the Rock Cut features results in what you see here.
The Sony Alpha 1 and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens are an outstanding combination. Three manually focus bracketed images were combined for this image.
Join me in RMNP this September. I have an opening or two for the Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Instructional Photo Tour.
A larger version of this image is available here.
Just posted: Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Review.
Is this the next lens for your kit?
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Image quality test results are now available on the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Lens page.
This is a sharp lens. Check out these comparisons:
Compared to the Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens
Compared to the Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G Lens
Build your own comparisons.
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Adding close focusing capabilities to an otherwise useful focal length and max aperture combination adds versatility — and fun. The Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM Lens is one such lens.
Here, the RF 28 gets close to a honeybee, with a bright cloudy sky creating a high key background.
From a composition perspective, besides getting close, an overall balance was the goal for this (and most) images. The sunflower was itself worthy of being photographed, but the honeybee added another point of interest to the composition.
Bees will often work their way around the flower. Figure out their plan and make yours accordingly. While the bee was farther back on the flower, I positioned the lens for what seemed the optimal composition and timed the shot when the bee arrived.
For a long time, I have been sharing my camera setup guides and including a link to them at the bottom of each relevant review page. These pages have become quite popular, so now a "Setup Guide" link is included in the top navigation for these camera reviews.
The guides are free, but please remember to support this site.
Here is the complete list of setup guides (as of this post):
The Canon EOS R50 is here, and it is time to set up this camera for use. Following are the 36 steps taken to prepare an out-of-the-box EOS R50.
I make additional menu and other setting changes based on current shooting scenarios, but this list covers my initial camera setup process.
To copy this configuration means you intend to shoot as I do - including in RAW-only format. While this setup works great for me, you should adjust the setup to your needs.
If you can't remember your menu setup parameters, keeping an up-to-date list such as this one is a great idea. Anytime the camera is set to the factory state, such as when serviced or when acquiring an additional camera, you will be ready to create your setup quickly, while ensuring that an important setting is not omitted.
More Information
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Canon EOS R10 firmware update version 1.3.0 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R10 at B&H.
Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.3.0 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R7 at B&H.
Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.0 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R6 at B&H.
The Canon EOS R8 is here, and it is time to set up this camera for use. Following are the 44 steps taken to prepare an out-of-the-box EOS R8.
I make additional menu and other setting changes based on current shooting scenarios, but this list covers my initial camera setup process.
To copy this configuration means you intend to shoot as I do, including in RAW-only format. While this setup works optimally for me, you should adjust the camera setup to your needs.
If you can't remember your menu setup parameters, keeping an up-to-date list such as this one is a great idea. Anytime the camera is set to the factory state, such as when serviced or when acquiring an additional camera, you will be ready to create your setup quickly, while ensuring that an important setting is not omitted.
More Information
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Image quality test results have been added to the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens page.
Check out how Sigma's latest entry into the beloved, affordable 50mm f/1.4 lens category performs.
Compared to the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 ZA Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Lens
Compared to the Canon RF 50mm F1.2 L USM Lens
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Let's take a closer look at the Canon RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM Lens.
This page features a hands-on preview of a preproduction lens. The full review, including an image quality evaluation, will be completed when this lens hits the streets.
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This bull was protecting a herd of cows during the rut in Rocky Mountain National Park. While he appears to be looking directly at me, he didn't care that I was there. The shot was timed as he was watching distance competitors.
One of the reasons I prefer high-resolution cameras is that their images can be cropped significantly and still have sufficient resolution for many uses. In this case, a vertical crop was created from a horizontally oriented Canon EOS R5 image. Despite that heavy cropping, the image is still 17 MP.
Join me in RMNP this September. I have a couple of openings for the Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Instructional Photo Tour.
A larger version of this image is available here.
The current Canon instant savings promotion is scheduled to end this Sunday at 11:59 PM EST.
Yes, the promotion could be extended. However, it could also end as scheduled (most of Sony's individual camera and lens promotions ended). So, if there is a camera or lens or lens that you want on this list, now is a good time to buy it.
Also, consider checking the Canon USA Store refurbished camera and refurbished lens inventory as the promotion pricing often affects refurbished pricing.Just posted: initial Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Review.
It's time to share some initial impressions from this tiny, lightweight, affordable lens.
The RF 24-50's estimated ship date is Tue, Apr 18 per B&H and Canon.
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Canon has released new versions of Digital Photo Professional and EOS Utility.
Changes for Digital Photo Professional 4.17.20:
To install the updates, select "Check for updates" on the application's Help menu.
Alternatively, download DPP 4.17.20 from Canon Indonesia and EOS Utility 3.16.10 from Canon Malaysia. (thanks, Scott!)