Canon News (Page 16)

Learn more about the new apple gear at B&H.

• Apple 15" MacBook Air (Many Colors) with M2 8-Core Chip
• Apple Mac Studio with M2 Max M2 Max 12-Core CPU
• Apple Mac Pro with M2 Ultra M2 Ultra 24-Core CPU

Let's compare the Canon EOS R100 to the least expensive camera in Canon's current DSLR lineup, the EOS Rebel T7 (2000D).

The Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D is shown behind the R100 above.

Here is the EOS R100 vs. Rebel T7 specification comparison. Also view the complete visual comparison of these cameras.

What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the Rebel T7? Here are the R100 advantages:

• Electronic Viewfinder with far more information available and 100% coverage vs. 95%
• 0.95x Viewfinder Magnification vs. 0.80x
• 7 years newer
• DIGIC 8 vs. DIGIC 4+
• 3,975 AF points vs. 9
• AF working range of EV -4 – 20 vs. EV 0 – 18 (center point only, EV 1 – 18 for other 8)
• Face and Eye Detection and Tracking
• 384 Zone Metering vs. 63
• Metering to EV -2 – 20 vs. EV 1 – 20
• ISO 100–12800 (in 1/3- or 1-stop increments), H (25600) vs. 100–6400 (in 1-stop increments), H (12800)
• LCD with 1,040,000 dots vs. 920,000
• 1/250 X-Sync vs. 1/200
• Lens Aberration Correction
• Continuous Shooting with AF at 3.5 fps vs. 3.0 for 6 RAW images vs. 11
• C-RAW format
• Bluetooth
• Smaller: 4.6 × 3.4 × 2.7" vs. 5.1 x 4.0 x 3.1" (116.3 x 85.5 x 68.8mm vs. 129.0 x 101.3 x 77.6mm)
• Lighter: 12.6 vs. 16.75 oz (356 vs. 475g)

Here are the Rebel T7 advantages:

• Optical Viewfinder with instant response
• One additional button plus a Flash button
• Exposure Compensation of +/-5 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments vs. +/-3 EV in 1/3 stop increments
• Has 1/2-stop shutter speed increments available
• Built-in flash rated to 9 GN vs. 6
• NFC
• Battery rated to 500 shots (CIPA) vs. 320 with EVF
• Noticeably less expensive

I would find it difficult to go back to the limitations of a DSLR. Still, those with an extremely limited budget may find the T7 to be the right camera for them.

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It is always interesting to compare a camera to its predecessor, and the Canon EOS M50 Mark II gets that distinction for the Canon EOS R100. The R100 is shown to the left of the M50 II in the image above.

Here is the EOS R100 vs. M50 Mark II specification comparison. Also available is the complete visual comparison of these cameras.

What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the M50 II? Here are the R100's advantages:

• RF mount and compatibility with RF lenses
• 3 years newer (but same imaging sensor and processing engine, ported OS)
• Built-in flash rated to 6 GN vs. 5
• USB Type-C vs. Micro-B
• LP-E17 Battery vs. LP-E12, 320 shots vs. 250 (EVF), 400 vs. 305 (LCD)
• Slightly smaller: 4.6 × 3.4 × 2.7" vs. 4.6 x 3.5 x 2.3" (116.3 x 85.5 x 68.8mm vs. 116.3 x 88.1 x 58.7mm)
• Slightly lighter: 12.6 vs. 13.7 oz (356 vs. 387g)
• Noticeably less expensive

Here are the M50 II's advantages:

• Vari-Angle, Touchscreen LCD
• Touch and Drag AF
• 10 fps without AF for up 10 RAW images vs. 6.5 fps for 6 fps
• 7.4 fps with AF vs. 3.5 fps
• Compatibility with EF-M lenses (small number of options)

Mostly, the R100 is the M50 II updated with an RF mount. Some continuous shooting speed and the Vari-Angle touchscreen were omitted, but the R100 is less expensive.

As always, send me a message if I missed a relevant difference.

The Canon EOS R50 became the Canon EOS R-series entry-level model, primarily due to it having the lowest price. Still, there seemed to be room for a lower-end model. About 3 months later, the Canon EOS R100 was announced — with a $200.00 lower price tag.

A compact, lightweight, entry-level camera with an ultra-low price begs the question: "What is missing?" Or, in this comparison, "Where did the $200.00 go?"

The Canon EOS R100 is shown to the left of the R50 in the image above. Check out the EOS R100 vs. R50 specification comparison, along with the complete visual comparison of these cameras.

What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the R50? Here are the R50's advantages:

• 24.2 MP vs. 24.1 MP (the resolution difference is not noticeable, but the R50 has a newer imaging sensor)
• DIGIC X vs. DIGIC 8 and operating system port from M50 and M50 II
• More advanced AF area selection and subject detection
• Touch and Drag AF area selection
• Focus Bracketing
• Light Flicker avoidance mode
• Exposure compensation of +/-3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments vs. +/- 2 EV in 1/3-stop increments
• ISO 100-32000, H (51200) vs. 100–12800, H (25600)
• Up 1/8000 sec. shutter in 1/2 or 1/3 stop increments vs. up to 1/4000 in 1/3 stop increments
• Full-featured electronic shutter mode with 35.3 ms readout vs. limited silent shooting mode (full auto only) with 78 ms readout
• Vari-angle touch screen Clear View LCD II with approx. 1.62 million dots vs. 1,040,000 dots. (not Vari-Angle or Touchscreen)
• Flash Exposure Compensation (FEC) of +/- 3EV vs. +/- 2EV
• Multi-function Shoe vs. Conventional Hot Shoe
• 2s+remote, 10s+remote shooting modes
• 12 fps 1st curtain electronic shutter continuous shooting with AF vs. 3.5
• 15 fps electronic shutter continuous shooting with AF vs. n/a
• HEIF, HDR PQ, HEVC
• 4K UHD 30 fps (uncropped, 6K oversampling, 10-bit) vs. 4K UHD 24 fps (cropped, 8-bit)
• FHD 120 fps vs. 60 fps
• Max movie duration 1:00 vs. 29:59
• Has an ISO button on top
• Has an electronic level
• Selectable Control Ring functionality vs. exposure compensation only
• Compatible with Control Ring on mount adapter
• Compatible with Canon USB Power Adapter PD-E1
• Compatible with the Canon RF 1.4x and 2x Extenders, RF 85mm F1.2 L USM DS Lens

What are the R100's advantages?

• E3 Remote Release Port
• Slightly Lighter: 12.6 vs. 13.2 oz (356 vs. 375g)
• Considerably less expensive

While the R50 holds most of the advantages, and some of them are compelling, the lower price line item on the R100's list holds significant weight.

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Canon has released new versions of Digital Photo Professional, EOS Utility, Picture Style Editor, and Neural network Upscaling Tool.

Changes for Digital Photo Professional 4.18.0:

• Supports EOS R100

To install the updates, select "Check for updates" on the application's Help menu.

Alternatively, download DPP 4.18.0. (thanks, Scott!)

Canon EOS R6 Mark II firmware update version 1.1.2 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].
2. Fixes an issue that may result in only one battery being charged when the BG-R10 Battery Grip is attached.

Get the Canon EOS R6 Mark II at B&H.

Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.2 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].
2. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R6 at B&H.

Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.3.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves the stability of the touch operation control when the [Touch control] is set to [Sensitive].

Get the Canon EOS R7 at B&H.

From Atomos:

Atomos Supports ProRes RAW Plug-ins

Taking ProRes RAW to the next level

Melbourne, Australia – 23rd May 2023 – Atomos announces immediate support for Apple ProRes RAW plug-ins, an innovation that lets camera manufacturers provide their own ProRes RAW processing pipeline to take advantage of the unique properties of their cameras, sensors, lenses, and more.

ProRes RAW is widely regarded as the universal RAW video format. With the introduction of plug-ins, now every camera maker can provide their own unique processing, in a completely confidential way, by writing a single ProRes RAW plug-in that brings out the best quality and unique looks created by their own cameras. ProRes RAW becomes, in effect, the conduit for their custom processing, carrying the unique characteristics of any camera, sensor, processing, and lens combination into post-production. ProRes RAW plug-ins will be supported in Final Cut Pro as well as many third-party applications that have licensed the ProRes RAW SDK, such as nonlinear editors (NLEs) and color correction applications.

The process is very straightforward: simply install the camera vendor’s ProRes RAW plug-in and Final Cut Pro will automatically show all the new enhanced features of the supported camera. Using a ProRes RAW plug-in enables camera-specific adjustments such as custom white balancing, noise reduction, demosaicing, lens distortion correction, and more. Canon is the first camera maker to deliver a ProRes RAW Plug-in, with the EOS R5, R5 C and R6 Mark II cameras outputting RAW to an Atomos monitor-recorder. Atomos has already enabled full ProRes RAW plug-in support for these cameras in the current release firmware for Ninja V, Ninja V+, and Shogun Connect. Atomos supports over 50 camera models recording ProRes RAW from the camera’s RAW output over SDI or HDMI, so is uniquely placed to record this new enhanced metadata standard.

“This new feature for the ProRes RAW ecosystem is absolutely going to change the way people think about recording ProRes RAW,” said Trevor Elbourne, Atomos CEO. “For the first time the filmmaker literally gets the best of all worlds: shoot in ProRes RAW with the option to immediately apply camera-specific processing, use standard processing, or customise individual parameters to their own taste. You have to ask yourself: why wouldn’t you shoot in ProRes RAW?”.

“We are very proud to be working alongside Apple and Canon to bring this ProRes RAW innovation to market,” Elbourne added. “We were first to market with an 8K ProRes RAW compatible mirrorless camera - the Canon EOS R5 - and now we are making another huge advancement with the ProRes RAW format.” The ProRes RAW plug-in model has been designed to work not only with macOS but also with Windows and Linux.

Get your Atomos gear at B&H.

Significant information is now available on the Canon EOS R100 page.

This is a remarkably inexpensive camera.

Please share!

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With a lack of fanfare, the Canon OC-E4A Off-Camera Multi-Function Shoe Cord was introduced today. The OC-E4A provides functionality simlar to the Canon Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3 to cameras featuring Canon's Multi-Function Hotshoe.

The OC-E4A facilitates easy repositioning a flash or other Multi-Function Shoe accessory, such as the Canon DM-E1D Stereo Microphone, to within the 2.6' (.8m) cord length, without wireless communications required. Mounting a flash on a bracket is a common use for this accessory.

Get the Canon OC-E4A at B&H.

The products Canon announced today take the highly desirable compact, lightweight, and affordable concepts to the extreme. This site's product pages include images, specifications, an MTF chart for the lens (it looks good), and other information:

Canon EOS R100
Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM Lens

From Canon USA:

Canon Introduces its Most Affordable, Compact, and Lightweight EOS R Camera Ever: The EOS R100

The Company Also Announced the Wide-Angle “Pancake” Style RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 24, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the EOS R100 camera and RF28mm F2.8 STM lens, two new affordable, compact, and lightweight tools for entry-level and emerging content creators to elevate their skills.

The Canon EOS R100 camera was designed for new, first-time mirrorless camera or existing interchangeable camera users who previously enjoyed EOS Rebel or EOS M cameras. The camera touts key features such as a 24.2 megapixel APS-C size sensor, the DIGIC 8 image processor, 4K (Cropped) and Full HD (Full-Width) video at up to 24 and 60 frames-per-second respectively, Autofocus with eye and face detection, and Bluetooth™ and Wi-Fi® connectivity capabilities. For users who are making the EOS R100 their first interchangeable lens (ILC) camera, a significant advantage over using a smartphone camera will be lens selection. The EOS R100 is compatible with the complete lineup of RF and RF-S lenses, and EF and EF-S lenses can be utilized when using one of three available Canon EF-EOS R mount adapters (each sold separately). This selection of lenses includes the Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM lens, which was also announced today.

The Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM is a “pancake” style, value lens that targets a wide variety of users, from amateur to enthusiast Full-Frame and APS-C camera users. Key features of the new lens include:

• Minimum focusing distance of 9.1 inches (0.23m) and a maximum magnification of 0.17x
• Retracting feature that helps to shorten the overall length of the lens
• Circumferential manual focus mode/control ring selector
• Gear-type STM motor providing smooth autofocusing while capturing video
• Built-in Control Ring provides quick access to multiple camera controls
• 7-blade circular aperture helps to provide beautifully blurred background and bokeh

Pricing and Availability

The Canon EOS R100 camera is scheduled to be available in July 2023 for an estimated retail price of $479.99 for body only, $599.99 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens, and $829.99 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lenses*.

The RF28mm F2.8 STM lens is scheduled to be available in July 2023 for an estimated retail price of $299.99*.

Orders

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Canon Introduction Video

From Canon USA:

Service Notice: EOS Webcam Utility Pro App: Version 2.0.30 Features

The new version of the EOS Webcam Utility Pro for Win/Mac app incorporates the following enhancements and fix:

New Features:

1. Adds the ability to select higher preview framerate in the video setting.
2. Adds compatibility to use UVC supported EOS cameras.
3. Adds popup notification when a new software version is available.

UI Improvements:

1. Improves performance when adding video source and deleting scenes.
2. Improves screen capture resolution.
3. Improves other UI operability.
4. Improves UI stability.

Fixes:

1. Fixes an issue in which users may be unable to activate the paid feature even after logging out and logging in after “Activation Service Access Failure” message is displayed.
2. Fixes an issue with re-login.
3. Fixes an issue where Billing Address is not updated after being changed in MyCanon account.
4. Fixes an issue with Hot Key usage.
5. Fixes installer issues.
6. Fixes camera settings issues.
7. Fixes an issue with camera recognition.
8. Fixes an issue with wireless camera connection.
9. Fixed an issue with camera registration.
10. Fixes various settings issues.
11. Fixes an issue during streaming.
12. Fixes issue with Watermark setting.
13. Fixes other minor issues.

EOS Webcam Utility app Version 2.0.30 is available for the following EOS models:

1D X Mark III, Rebel SL1, 1D X Mark II, Rebel T7, 5DS R, Rebel T6, 5DS, Rebel T5, 5D Mark IV, Rebel T100, 5D Mark III, R3, 6D Mark II, R5, 6D, R6, 7D Mark II, R7, 90D, R10, 80D, Ra, 77D, R, 70D, RP, Rebel T8i, M6 Mark II, Rebel T7i, M50 Mark II, Rebel T6s, M50, Rebel T6i, M200, Rebel T5i, PowerShot G5 X Mark II, Rebel SL3, PowerShot G7 X Mark III, Rebel SL2, Powershot SX70 HS

From Canon USA:

Service Notice: Kokomo by Canon Early Access App for Meta Quest 2: Version 0.0.102 Features

The updated version of the Kokomo by Canon Early Access app for Meta Quest 2 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

Enhancements

1. Introduces new alignment phase guidance that instructs users to stand still during alignment, resulting in improved alignment accuracy.
2. Enables the use of thumb and index fingers to scroll through default environment tiles, enhancing the user experience.
3. Improves instability of bi-directional audio.
4. Improves continual adjustment of the user image size and placement, which previously occurred even when the user was in full frame and standing still.

Fixes:

1. Fixes the Welcome video playback functionality in this app to ensure it plays consistently for first-time users.
2. Fixes contact availability where a user in the contact list appeared online in this app when they are not.
3. Fixes an echo sound that may occur when turning on/off mirror mode.
4. Minor bug fix.

Kokomo by Canon Early Access app Version 0.0.102 is available on the Meta AppLab.

From Sony Electronics:

Sony Electronics Announces Newest Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Vlogging Camera, the ZV-1 II

The Integrated Lens and Compact Camera in the Vlog Camera ZV-Series Opens the Door for a Wider Audience of Content Creators

SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics launches the all-new second generation camera to the ZV-1 in the vlog camera ZV series, the ZV-1 II, which includes highly requested and popular market-leading features. With a wider-angle lens than ZV-1, the ZV-1 II helps vloggers make more engaging storytelling with attractive photogenic image quality.

With the 1.0-type Exmor RS™ image sensor (approximately 20.1 effective megapixels), BIONZ X™ image processing engine, and newly developed ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 18-50 mm F1.8-4ⁱ lens, the ZV-1 II allows for creators of many skill levels to enjoy sophisticated capabilities. From the 18-50mmⁱⁱ wide angle lens which can frame everything from group selfies to narrow interiors or dynamic recordings of everyday scenes to the Multiple Face Recognitionⁱⁱⁱ, which recognizes multiple faces and automatically adjusts to keeps all faces sharp and clear when taking selfie shots that include two or three people, the ZV-1 II is the advanced vlogging camera packed into a travel-size.

"The ZV-1 II is an exciting chapter for content creators and will be the go-to camera for many, including vloggers, social media influencers and short form video creators. With the newest vlog camera in the ZV series, we have taken requests from various users and included features that matter most to vloggers," says Yang Cheng, Vice President, Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc. "We are striving to take feedback from our community to continue to expand and elevate our ZV series and the ZV-1 II does just that."

Comprehensive Features for Vloggers & Video Content Creators

The ZV-1 II has a number of new and popular features that will empower creators to capture better content.

• Ultra-wide angle and Zoom - 18mmii wide angle of view makes it easy to capture attractive photogenic image with the entire scene – especially when shooting selfies at arm's length. The 18-50mm optical zoom and the Clear Image Zoom smoothly enlarges images while minimizing loss of image quality to create variety in videos by changing the angle of view.
• 1.0 type sensor with Bokeh Switch which gives beautiful bokeh by defocusing the background with a single touch.
• Intelligent 3-capsule microphone - In Auto mode, the camera recognizes human faces or objects and automatically^iv switches the direction of the built-in microphone ([Front] or [All Directions]). In Manual mode, you can select [Front] for selfies, [Rear] when shooting with narration or [All Directions]. The supplied windscreen ensures a clear recording of the speaker when outdoors. Easy to use cableless attachment to Multi Interface Shoe^v and a 3.5 mm microphone jack makes it easy to connect external microphones.
• Cinematic Vlog Setting function responds to the demands to easily capture videos with a filmic look. It enables impressive imagery at a touch. Simply tap the on-screen function icon and the camera will automatically set a CinemaScope size (2.35:1) ^vi and a frame rate of 24 fps^vii --the same as for a cinema movie. Then finish off the work with the on-screen buttons to select from five LOOKs and four MOODs
• Creative Look which supports 10 preset looks^viii to suit your creative preferences and pro-level imaging features.
• Face Priority AE and Soft Skin Effect automatically and immediately detects faces and adjusts the exposure to optimize facial brightness, no matter the lighting. Soft skin effect smooths skin and facial features when filming.
• Fast Hybrid AF System - Even in high-definition 4K where precise focusing is required, the camera will keep the images sharp with the same Fast Hybrid AF system seen in a series cameras. The camera is equipped with AF Transition Speed to select the focusing speed during video recording, and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity to control whether the camera shifts focus from one subject to another. In addition, the Real-time Eye AF can accurately keep focus on human or animals for both stills and movies.
• Product Showcase Setting - which delivers convenient shooting of product review videos with smooth focus transitions from your face to the item you are highlighting.
• S&Q shoot modevix which allows a selection up to 5x slow or up to 60x quick motion to add impact to everyday scenes. The combination of shooting and recording frame rates can now be set on a single screen.
• ISO sensitivity spanning from 125 to 12800 - allows the camera to record sharp images with less noise, even in low lighting.
• Active Mode electronic image stabilization - content can be captured while walking or in motion and is especially useful for handheld shooting^x. Useful for handheld Movie and Slow & Quick motion shooting.
• Built-in ND filter – to reduce exposure by three stops and allow for beautiful background bokeh even in the brightest situation.

Compact and Lightweight for Easy Portability, Operability, Connectivity

The ZV-1 II is perfect for on-the-go; its compact and lightweight design can be easily carried in a pocket or small bag, even with its optical wide zoom lens. The ZV-1 II supports different filming styles with the vari-angle screen suitable for selfies, easy to hold body grip (or with an optional GP-VPT2BT grip), user-friendly key and control layout^xi and the recording indicator on the front face of the body. The monitor display has been redesigned with a bold, clearly visible red frame that makes it obvious when recording is in progress. Power charge easily via a USB Type-C® connector.

Creators can connect and share content easily with Sony's Creators' Cloud platform and easy smartphone connection. The Creators' App can be used to control the ZV-1 II from a smartphone, monitor camera battery and media status, edit date and camera names, and easily transfer stills and videos shot, even in the background. The Creators' Appxii also provides a convenient way to update camera software.

For easy high-quality live streaming, simply connect the ZV-1 II to a PC or smartphone xiii with a commercially available USB cable (not included) to use it as a webcam. Make your video more attractive in online meetings and live streaming by using Creative Look to improve the skin's appearance and adjust the hue. Faces will appear clearer and brighter (Face Priority AE) and the eyes will be kept in focus (Real-time Eye AF).

Sustainable and Accessible Design

In addition to Sony's commitment to a sustainable future with global initiatives like Road to Zero and the 2030 renewable energy goal, the ZV-1 II has been specifically developed with sustainability in mind. Recycled materials, including SORPLAS™^xiv, are used for the camera body, reducing environmental impact without sacrificing functionality. Sony's unique recycled paper "Original Blended Material", which does not use plastic and is easy to recycle, is used for individual packaging. Using materials such as bamboo, sugar cane fiber, and recycled paper collected from the market, it is both environmentally friendly and high quality.

The ZV-1 II includes accessibility features that facilitate operation in several ways, including screen reader functionality for people with low vision or with visual impairments. Accessibility features allow anyone to enjoy shooting and playback. When the screen reader function^xv is activated, text on the menu screens is read aloud. The screen reader function can be activated by turning the [Screen Reader] function in the [Setup] tab ON. Screen reader volume can be adjusted via the [Sound Options] settings. In addition to the above, the ZV-1 II includes several functions that assist in achieving pinpoint focus on a variety of subjects. Additionally, the Real-time Eye AF can automatically recognize and focus on [Human] or [Animal], or the Real-time Tracking function. Focus Magnification, and Peaking functions make it easier to focus manually, and features like Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, and Touch Shutter let the user focus, track, and shoot simply by touching the subject on the monitor screen. ZV-1 II accessibility features (items listed in the specifications): Screen Reader, Touch AE, Focus Magnifier, Peaking Display, Real-time Eye AF, Real-time Tracking, Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, Touch Shutter, Vari-angle LCD screen and Custom function.

Pricing and Availability

The new ZV-1 II will be available in June 2023 at a variety of Sony's authorized dealers, for an estimated retail price of $900 USD and $1,200 CAN.

Orders

Order the Sony ZV-1 II Vlogging Camera at B&H or Adorama.

Notes:

ⁱ 35mm format equivalent. 9 elements in 9 groups, including 5 aspherical and 1 AA (because the advance aspherical element is one of the 5 aspherical lenses) lens elements. 7-bladede circular aperture. T* Coating to suppress ghost and flaring.
ⁱⁱ 35mm format equivalent.
ⁱⁱⁱ Compatible with video modes/S&Q mode only. Wide side. iAUTO mode selected. Does not work when the Bokeh switch is ON or when subject recognition is OFF.
^iv Direction may be fixed depending on the shooting settings.
^v Not compatible with digital audio interface.
^vi The black bands at the image top and bottom are recorded as part of the image. The image (excluding the bars) is in CinemaScope aspect ratio, but the recorded image is 16:9.
^vii Recording frame rates are indicated as the closest integer values. The actual corresponding frame rates are as follows: 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, and 120p: 119.88 fps.
^viii Creative Look presets: ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE and Advanced settings (Saturation cannot be adjusted when BW or SE is selected): Contrast, highlights, shadows, fade, saturation, sharpness and clarity.
^vix S&Q mode records in XAVC S HD format. Audio cannot be recorded. A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card is required. Recording at 100 Mbps requires a UHS-I (U3) SDHC/SDXC memory card.
^x The angle of view is slightly narrower in Active Mode. Active Mode is set to be off when the recording frame rate is 120 p or when the "Slow & Quick Motion Frame Rate" is 120 fps.
^xi Keys and controls on the ZV-1 II are optimally arranged for greater usability, including REC button and Still/Movie/S&Q button.
^xii Check regional availability of services and applications via the URL below: Creators' App: https://www.sony.net/cca , Creators' Cloud: https://www.sony.net/cc/ Download app at Google Play and the App Store. Network services, content, and operating system and software subject to terms and conditions and may be changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.
^xiii Streaming via USB gives 1280×720 resolution and 30 fps frame rate. To use this function, the PC's or smartphone's OS must support UVC/UAC. Be sure to use the OS's latest version. When connecting to a mobile device equipped with a USB Type-C® port, use a commercially available USB cable or terminal conversion adapter.
^xiv SORPLAS™ may not be used for the parts used depending on the production period.
^xv Availability varies depending on region and language.

Canon just released eleven camera firmware updates.

These firmware updates incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds enhanced security for transferring captured images to image.canon. After July 2023, please update to this firmware version so that you will be able to send images to image.canon. If you do not update to this version, an error message will appear when sending images and the image will not be sent.

The following camera firmware is now available:

• EOS 5D Mark IV: Firmware Version 1.4.0
• EOS 6D Mark II: Firmware Version 1.2.0
• EOS Rebel T7: Firmware Version 1.2.0
• EOS Rebel T100: Firmware Version 1.1.0
• PowerShot G1X Mark III: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot G9X Mark II: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot G7X Mark II: Firmware Version 1.2.0.0
• PowerShot SX 420 IS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot SX620 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot SX720 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0
• PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Firmware Version 1.1.0.0

Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 have been added to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens Review.

The Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens in stock at Canon USA and can be ordered from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Rent the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens from Lensrentals.

From Canon Japan (translated):

Apology and information regarding product supply status

Updated: May 18, 2023

Thank you for your continued patronage of Canon products.

Currently, we have received more orders than expected for each of the following products, and due to the impact of global supply of parts, delivery delays are occurring. Expected that the new product RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM will take a lot of time. We apologize again for making our customers wait so long. We will continue to take measures for stable product supply so that we can deliver products as soon as possible. Thank you kindly look forward for your understanding.

Product Name – About Supply

RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

We are planning to ship sequentially, but it is expected that it will take a considerable amount of time to deliver. Even if you have already placed an order, it may be difficult to deliver it within 2023.

RF400mm F2.8L IS USM
RF800mm F5.6L IS USM

We are planning to ship in order, but it may take longer than usual to deliver.