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 Thursday, April 27, 2023

On a trip targeting the Bisti / De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area in New Mexico, I ended up in Bears Ears National Monument, Utah.

Why? Two reasons.

First, 3 days of sand and dust storms (even stones were in the air) provided an unfavorable New Mexico greeting. Second, Bears Ears National Monument has some great photo subjects.

This image is of House on Fire in Mule Canyon, Cedar Mesa. Late in the morning, the sun reaches the red rock below this ancient Puebloan granary, creating a warm-toned light that reflects up into the massive rock overhang. That warm light color combines with lines in the rock to create the look of a raging fire over the ancient building.

Photographers chose a wide range of editing choices for this subject, some including red color tone emphasis and wild saturation. The chosen concept is typically to make the flames appear intense, and personal preference or audience preference rules (unless processing for a client).

I opted to process this image using the cloudy white balance setting, cooler than the shade option technically right for the scenario (6500k vs. 7500k), with a bit of vibrance (+30) to bring out the richness in the colors.

House on Fire affords a wide variety of compositions. To fully cover the focal length range potentially desired, I carried two awesome zoom lenses, the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM Lens and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens.

Primarily, the 12-24mm lens met the needs, delivering this corner-to-corner sharp image in a single shot.


A larger version of this image is available here.

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Post Date: 4/27/2023 1:16:17 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Image quality test results are now available in the Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM Lens Review.

As I said before, this lens is impressive.

Here are some Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM Lens comparisons:

The RF 135 far outperforms its predecessor, the Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM Lens, at a 1/3 stop wider aperture setting.

The Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens is an outstanding performer, but the Canon RF 135 is sharper at f/1.8.

The Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens also falls short of the RF 135's outstanding performance.

Support this site by ordering the Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM Lens from B&H | Canon USA | WEX

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Post Date: 4/26/2023 9:28:04 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon has released first quarter 2023 financial results to the Investor Relations page.

Presentation Material
Results
Supplementary Data
Presentation Material and Speech Summary

While camera sales revenue increased 8.5% in the 1st quarter vs. 2022 (16% increase for the full year), the number of digital interchangeable lens camera units sold decreased by 6%. Canon still expects to see a 1% growth in unit sales in 2023.

Buy your Canon cameras, lens, and accessories at B&H.

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Post Date: 4/26/2023 9:09:02 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Tuesday, April 25, 2023

The latest supply status update from Canon JP (translated) is relatively short compared to what it has been recently. Not surprising is that the new Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens made the short list.

Apology and Information Regarding Product Supply Status

Updated: April 24, 2023

Thank you for your continued patronage of Canon products.

Currently, we have received more orders than expected for the following products, and due to the global supply of parts, delivery delays are occurring. We will continue to take measures for stable product supply so that we can deliver products as soon as possible. Thank you kindly for your understanding.

Product Name:

RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM
RF400mm F2.8L IS USM
RF800mm F5.6L IS USM

About Supply

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

If you want a Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens, get in line at B&H | Adorama | Canon USA | WEX

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Post Date: 4/25/2023 11:15:09 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Sunday, April 23, 2023

This is hot: select refurbished cameras and refurbished lenses are on sale at Canon USA.

Here is a non-conclusive list of the items on sale:

EOS R5 – $3,099.00
EOS R6 – $1,699.00
EOS RP – $599.00
EOS-1D X Mark III – $3,999.00
EOS 5D Mark IV – $1,499.00
EOS 6D II – $799.00
RF 14-35mm – $999.00
RF 15-35mm – $1,699.00
RF 70-200mm F4 – $1,349.00
RF 100-400mm – $399.00
RF 35mm F1.8 – $319.00
RF 50mm F1.8 – $119.00
RF 85mm F2 – $399.00
RF 100mm F2.8 Macro – $899.00
EF 11-24mm – $1,699.00
EF 16-35mm – $1,299.00
EF 24-70 F2.8 – $1,299.00
EF 85mm F1.4 – $999.00
More!

Take a moment to browse the entire Canon USA Store refurbished camera and refurbished lens inventory.

Expect Canon USA refurbished gear to be like new with an as-new warranty and a great price.

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Post Date: 4/23/2023 4:38:19 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Friday, April 21, 2023

Learn about the new MindShift Gear Firstlight 35L+ and 46L Camera Backpack at Think Tank Photo.

Don't forget that you'll get a free gift and free shipping when using this site's links for your purchase ($50.00 minimum purchase required).

The FirstLight 35L+ and 46L+ are also available to order at B&H.

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Post Date: 4/21/2023 2:04:56 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon's latest instant savings programs is shared below.

Note that some discounts are scheduled to end on Apr 23 at 9:59 PM MDT.

Also note that some discounts are reflected in the Canon USA Store refurbished camera and refurbished lens prices.

ModelRebate Amount 
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Buy$3,000.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Buy$400.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS R5 Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS R5 C Buy$400.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS R6 Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS R10 Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EOS R Buy$400.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lens Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens Buy$50.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Macro Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Buy$30.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 16mm F2.8 STM Lens Buy$50.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens Buy$30.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Lens Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM DS Lens Buy$200.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Buy$50.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens Buy$100.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R BuyUp to $50.00  B&H | Adorama | Amazon
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Post Date: 4/21/2023 12:27:37 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

A Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens firmware update is coming soon.

This firmware update will incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. By updating the image stabilization algorithm to the newly developed OS2, the image stabilization performance will be improved from approximately 4 stops to approximately 6.5 stops at the wide end and 5.5 stops at the telephoto end. (Based on CIPA standard, measured with a 35mm full-frame camera at focal lengths of 150mm and 600mm)
  2. In addition, for Sony E-mount lenses, the AF-C tracking performance has been improved.

Get the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens at B&H.

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Post Date: 4/21/2023 12:19:28 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon EOS R3 firmware update version 1.4.1 is available for download.

Note that only items 7, 8, and 9 are new since version 1.4.0.

Firmware Version 1.4.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. Compatible with Speedlite EL-5. *It is not compatible with the automatic dimming function of the AF auxiliary light.
  2. Added [Registered people priority] to the menu. Pre-registered people can now be preferentially detected and tracked.
    * The effect may not be obtained depending on the scene or shooting environment where the subject is moving, when the face is small, when the face is slanted/side profile, when part of the face is hidden, or when the subject is moving.
  3. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
  4. [Panning Assist] has been added to the menu. When panning using a compatible lens, "camera shake correction" and "subject blur correction" are performed during exposure.
  5. Shortened the time it takes for the AWB results to be reflected in the viewfinder when looking through the viewfinder with the auto white balance (AWB) setting.
  6. "Image protection" for FTP transfer has been added to the menu. Images transferred by FTP can now be automatically protected. This makes it possible to determine whether or not the image has been FTP-transferred.
  7. After updating to firmware version 1.4.0, the phenomenon that Err70 may occur under certain conditions in combination with some EF lenses has been corrected.
  8. After updating to firmware version 1.4.0, when using the electronic shutter for high-speed continuous shooting, depending on the shooting conditions, the original tracking performance of Servo AF may not be obtained.
  9. Fixed minor bugs.

Get the Canon EOS R3 at B&H.

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Post Date: 4/21/2023 12:11:16 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Thursday, April 20, 2023

From Canon:

CANON INTRODUCES THE RF100-300MM F2.8 L IS USM TO ITS LENS LINEUP

The new lens combines the flexibility of a zoom lens with the quality of a telephoto lens

MELVILLE, NY, April 20, 2023 – Today, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced the launch of the RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM lens, answering calls from photojournalists and professional level customers for a modern 300mm f/2.8 equivalent lens.

“This lens is an absolute game changer! It gives you the most incredible range, but without sacrificing the f/2.8 aperture. To have this kind of performance at your fingertips is incredible!” Roberto Valenzuela, fashion and wedding photographer

For decades, the 300mm f/2.8 telephoto lens has been an industry standard for photojournalists, professionals, and aspiring enthusiast photographers due to its outstanding image quality, excellent speed for indoor shooting, and relatively light weight for hand-holding. Now, with the launch of the RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM, Canon delivers the flexibility of a zoom lens design with the truly outstanding quality of a 300mm f/2.8 L-series telephoto lens. Exceeding the reach and potential of traditional 70-200mm lenses, and adding zoom flexibility to its Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS predecessor, the RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM lens brings new value to customers with the following features:

  • Wide Focal Range—100-300mm range
  • Extended Zoom—Optional RF1.4x and 2x extenders are supported with this lens, enabling a zoom range of up to 600mm
  • Spectacular Image Quality—f/2.8 constant wide aperture; Fluorite Aspherical and UD-glass design
  • Reliable Stabilization—Up to 5.5 stops correction with in-lens Optical Image Stabilization and up to 6.0 stops correction with in-body coordinated Image Stabilization (CIPA standard)
  • Weather and Dust Resistant—Durable in various environmental conditions
  • Compact and Lightweight Design—Despite capabilities to zoom over 300mm, this lens is unusually lightweight, just barely heavier than the EF300mm f/2.8L IS II

“I love this lens! It’s incredibly lightweight, versatile, and sharp. Toss on the 2x extender and you can snipe gorgeous frames at a distance, especially with the built in image stabilizer. This lens is going to change the game for live concerts, weddings, and so much more.”

Ben Hagarty, Grammy award-winning cinematographer

This telephoto zoom lens is ideal for professionals who use a Canon EOS R3, EOS R5 or EOS R6 Mark II full-frame mirrorless camera, but can also be a catalyst for users who have developed into serious, aspirational enthusiasts and are looking to step beyond their traditional telephoto lens experience. Best use cases include, but are not limited to, indoor sports, motorsports, outdoor fashion, video and cinema, photojournalism and theater work. For high-level shooters and videographers particularly working in low-light settings and seeking a hand-holdable solution, this lens provides the total answer.

Price & Availability

The Canon RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM lens is expected to be available in May for an estimated retail price of $9,499.00*.

Support this site by ordering the Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens from B&H | Adorama | Canon USA | WEX

Rudy Winston of Canon USA

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Post Date: 4/20/2023 5:57:20 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Friday, April 14, 2023

Canon EOS C70 firmware update version 1.0.6.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.6.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. Fixes a problem that was a rare cause of instability in operation when using the control ring of the lens or adapter.

Get the Canon EOS C70 at B&H.

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Post Date: 4/14/2023 9:31:15 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Thursday, April 13, 2023

From Canon USA:

Cadabra is a curated photography marketplace from Canon U.S.A., Inc. that offers a selection of digital art (NFTs) from innovative creators. The Cadabra marketplace aims to empower creators by connecting them to enthusiastic collectors who celebrate the art of photography through a shared appreciation for these digital artworks.

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Post Date: 4/13/2023 12:27:47 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Wednesday, April 5, 2023

The Canon EOS R8 and Canon EOS R6 Mark II have the same imaging sensor, the same processor, and the same image quality. Otherwise, these two cameras have some significant differences.

Here are the Canon EOS R6 Mark II advantages over the R8:

  • IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization)
  • Has dual memory card slots vs. 1
  • Has full mechanical shutter
  • 0.5" (12.7mm) vs. 0.39" (9.9mm) OLED color EVF, 3.69 Million dots vs. 2.36, 0.76x vs. 0.70x magnification
  • Has a customizable DOF Preview button on the front
  • Has Anti-smudge on the LCD
  • X-Sync 1/250 vs. 1/200 with electronic 1st curtain
  • 12 fps continuous shooting vs. 6 fps with electronic 1st curtain
  • At 40 fps (full electronic shutter), 75 image RAW buffer vs. 56
  • Movie recording length up to 6 hours vs. 2 hours.
  • LP-E6NH Li-ion Battery vs. LP-E17, 760 shots with LCD vs. 370
  • Has battery grip available
  • Has a joystick and rear control dial
  • Has a rate button
  • Has 3 custom modes vs. 2

The EOS R8 has some advantages:

  • Full electronic shutter supports exposures up to 30 seconds vs. 0.5 sec.
  • Smaller: 5.22 x 3.39 x 2.76" vs. 5.45 x 3.87 x 3.48" (132.5 x 86.1 x 70.0mm vs. 138.4 x 98.4 x 88.4mm)
  • Lighter: 16.3 oz vs.23.6 0z (461g vs. 670g)
  • At review time, $1,000 USD less expensive

You may also find the full EOS R8 vs. EOS R6 Mark II specification comparison and the visual comparison helpful.

While the R6 II is clearly the superior camera, the R8 earns a place in many kits by delivering the same image quality at a far lower price and by having a smaller size and lighter weight.

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Post Date: 4/5/2023 8:59:15 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Customer Feedback Drives New Firmware Updates for Canon Cinema EOS Camera Lineup

Auto Focus Improvements and Improved Operability Lead the Charge in Adding Value to EOS R5 C, EOS C70 and EOS C500 Mark II/EOS C300 Mark III Cameras

MELVILLE, NY, April 4, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today firmware updates to the Cinema EOS Camera lineup, which includes the EOS R5 C, EOS C70, EOS C500 Mark II, and EOS C300 Mark III. Putting customer needs first, Canon is rolling out a variety of updates that help with auto focus, support for new cinema lenses, and improved operability.

For the hybrid video and still photography content creator, the EOS R5 C firmware updates include:

  • Improved AF performance when Face Detection AF is enabled, adding the ability to select a face with an RF Lens’ Control Ring or the camera’s Control Dial. Improved Head Detection allows the EOS R5 C to detect a subject’s head, even when the subject is looking backwards. The AF frame also changes size based on the subject detected during tracking. This update is also available for the EOS C70 camera.
  • Power Save Mode improvements extend recording time by approximately 30% in 4K/60p1.
  • Enhanced Clear Scan in Shutter Mode menu reduces potential flicker during LED wall usage.
  • For usage with Canon’s Dual Fisheye Lens, the ability to switch from left to right lens during VR recording when using Magnify and enabled 2x magnification when recording in 8K.
  • Reduced switching time between photo and video mode – approximately 40% faster from Photo to Video and 70% faster from Video to Photo.

Expanding the operational convenience and versatility that comes with the EOS C70, EOS C500 Mark II, and EOS C300 Mark III firmware updates include:

  • The EOS C70 camera will support added lenses expanding to CINE-SERVO 15-120mm lens and the newly launched Flex Zoom 14-35mm.
  • The EOS C500 Mark II/EOS C300 Mark III cameras will support the Flex Zoom 20-50mm lens.
  • Enhanced Clear Scan Shutter Mode reduces potential flicker during LED wall usage.
  • Ability to change the on-screen Wave Form Monitor’s size (x2) and opacity by touch or through the camera’s menu.

1 Main Resolution/Bitrate: XF-AVC 4096x2160 Intra-frame, Frame Rate: 59.94P, Battery: LP-E6NH, Lens: RF50?F1.2 L USM

Note that these firmware updates are coming soon.

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Post Date: 4/4/2023 10:17:16 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Canon:

Canon Expands Flex Zoom Series Cinema Lens Lineup

New Super 35mm Sensor Compatible Lenses Provide Cinema Style Operability and Flexibility Enabling High-Quality Video Production

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 4, 2023 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today the launch of two additions to the company’s 8K Flex Zoom Cinema Lens Series—the CN-E14-35mm T1.7 and the CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 Super 35mm format lenses. The company also announced four new relay kits—the RL-S1 and RL-S2 (for Super 35mm) and the RL-F1 and RL-F2 (for full-frame). The kits adapt each Flex Zoom lens to suit whatever sensor format is required.

The Canon Flex Zoom lens series was first introduced in 2022 to support full-frame digital cinema cameras. Today, the CN-E14-35mm T1.7 and CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 expand the Flex Zoom series to include support for Super 35mm cinema cameras. The new lenses, available in interchangeable EF and PL mounts, help produce video with beautiful and natural background blur that is desired by many end-users.

Designed for the pursuit of cinematic beauty, the new lenses achieve superb 8K optical performance while maintaining the style and ease-of-use of Canon’s Cinema lens series. Ideal for shooting movies, television dramas, commercials, and a wide range of other video content, the lenses maintain a bright T1.7 aperture1 across their zoom ranges, enabling operators to create powerful, shallow depth-of-field shots.

The Canon Flex Zoom lenses are designed with “flexibility” in mind. Each Flex Zoom, by virtue of their relay kits, can be adapted for Super 35mm or full-frame sensors as needed to support the ever-changing requirements of film productions for both popular sensor formats.

The use of the relay kits provides an added level of versatility and value to a customer’s Flex Zoom lens.

Pricing and Availability

The Canon CN-E14-35mm T1.7 L S/SP and the Canon CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S/SP are scheduled to be available in late June 2023 and late October 2023, respectively, for an estimated retail price of $21,999.00*.

The Canon RL-S1 and RL-F1 and Canon RL-S2 and RL-F2 are scheduled to be available in late June 2023 and late October 2023, respectively, for an estimated retail price of $4,999.00*.

Get the Canon CN-E Flex Zoom 14-35mm and 31.5-95mm T1.7 Lens Super35 Cinema EOS Lenses at B&H.

1The f-number of a lens refers to the level of brightness calculated based on focal length and lens aperture. The t-number, more commonly used to describe the brightness of cinema lenses, incorporates a lens’ f-number along with the measure of light transmission.

* Specifications, availability, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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Post Date: 4/4/2023 10:55:36 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Canon:

Canon Extends Paid Add-On Applications Availability to CR-N300, CR-N500, and CR-X300 4K PTZ Cameras Via a Firmware Update

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 4, 2023 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that the “Add-On Applications System” for PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) remote cameras will be available for the CR-N300, CR-N500, and CR-X300. Available through a future firmware update, the Add-On Applications System will provide access to new paid video production features such as auto tracking and auto loop. The auto tracking application will give users the ability to automatically pan, tilt, and zoom to track moving subjects, and the auto loop application will allow users to program and automate repeated camera movements.

These paid add-on applications uniquely position Canon in the PTZ market as the applications run from within the camera itself, instead of other solutions in the market requiring external devices to operate functions like auto tracking. With the addition of the Add-On Applications System, customers can now directly add the new capabilities to the PTZ camera, providing a better value for end-users.

Auto Tracking Add-On Application

The auto tracking paid add-on application enables automatic tracking according to a subject’s movements. As the subject moves, the camera will pan, tilt, and zoom to maintain the subject’s composition in the frame. This added function helps to reduce the camera operator’s workload, letting them focus on other tasks such as camera switching and streaming, and allows for multi-camera shoots with fewer people on set.

The auto tracking is highly responsive, allowing for full body, upper body, and head and torso tracking at both slow and normal walking speeds, and full body and upper body tracking at fast walking speed. In addition, the auto tracking application provides users with a wide range of adjustment functions such as composition, tracking sensitivity, priority display area, fixed viewing angle area, tracking target auto select, pan/tilt halting area, initial position, auto select exclusion, and pan/tilt operation control.

The new auto tracking add-on application is ideal for end-users in markets such as house of worship and corporate event streaming, educational workshops and lectures, and broadcast and corporate interviews.

Auto Loop Add-On Application

The auto loop paid add-on application helps automate repeated camera movements, potentially lessening the burden on camera operators. Camera operators will now have the flexibility to select between two repeated movements, loop or back-and-forth, based on needs and the shooting environment. It also provides the ability to enable smooth acceleration and deceleration when starting and stopping movement between two preset positions for more professional camera movements. For added convenience, camera operators can adjust settings such as position, route, preview, and start from one screen.

The new auto loop add-on application is ideal for consistent smooth on-air movements for end-users in markets such as house of worship and corporate event streaming, broadcast and over-the-top (OTT) sports and interview streaming, and commercial production.

Additional Firmware Features

In addition to adding the “Add-On Application System” to the cameras, the firmware update for each camera will also provide several additional features and improvements that shows Canon’s commitment to the professional video market. Among the improvements is the addition of SRT and FreeD protocol support to the CR-X300 camera.

Pricing and Availability

The Firmware Update for all three PTZ cameras to add the “Add-On Applications System” is scheduled to be available in July 2023. The paid Auto Tracking Application is scheduled to be available in August 2023 for the CR-N300 and CR-N500 for $1200.00*. The paid Auto Loop Tracking Application is scheduled to be available in August 2023 for the CR-N300 and CR-N500, and CR-X300 for $800.00*.

Get the Canon PTX camera firmware updates at B&H.

*Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Both paid add-on applications will be available for a free, no commitment 30-day trial.

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Post Date: 4/4/2023 11:57:52 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Canon:

Canon Developing World’s First Ultra-High-Sensitivity ILC Equipped With SPAD Sensor, Supporting Precise Monitoring Through Clear Color Image Capture of Subjects Several Miles Away, Even In Darkness

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 4, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., is developing the MS-500, the world’s first1 ultra-high-sensitivity interchangeable-lens camera (ILC) equipped with a 1.0 inch Single Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) sensor2 featuring the world’s highest pixel count of 3.2 megapixels3. The camera leverages special characteristics of SPAD sensors to achieve superb low-light performance while also utilizing broadcast lenses (sold separately) that feature high performance at telephoto-range focal lengths. Thanks to such advantages, the MS-500 camera is expected to be ideal for such applications as high-precision monitoring.

There is a growing need for high-precision monitoring systems in such environments as national borders, seaports, airports, train stations, power plants, and other key infrastructure facilities, in order to quickly identify targets even under adverse conditions including darkness in which human eyes cannot see, and from long distances.

The currently in-development MS-500 camera is equipped with a 1.0 inch SPAD sensor that helps reduce noise, making it possible to produce clear, full-color HD imaging even in extreme low-light environments. When paired with Canon’s extensive range of broadcast lenses, which excel at super-telephoto image capture, the camera is capable of accurately capturing subjects with precision in extreme low-light environments, even from great distances. For example, the camera may be used for nighttime monitoring of seaports, thanks to its ability to spot vessels that are several miles away, thus enabling identification and high-precision monitoring of vessels in or around the seaport.

With CMOS sensors, which are commonly used in conventional modern digital cameras, each pixel measures the amount of light that reaches the pixel within a given time. However, the readout of the accumulated electronic charge contains electronic noise, which may diminish image quality, due to the process by which accumulated light is measured. This could lead to degradation of the resulting image, particularly when used in low-light environments. SPAD sensors employ a technology known as “photon counting” in which light particles (photons) that enter each individual pixel are counted. When even a single photon enters a pixel it is instantly amplified approximately 1 million times and output as an electrical signal. Every single one of these photons can be digitally counted, thus making possible zero-noise during signal readout—a key advantage of SPAD sensors4. Because of this technological advantage, the MS-500 camera will be able to operate even under nighttime environments with no ambient starlight5, and will also be capable of accurately detecting subjects with minimal illumination and capture clear color images.

The MS-500 camera employs the bayonet lens mount (based on BTA S-1005B standards) which is widely used in the broadcast lens industry. This enables the camera to be used with Canon’s extensive range of broadcast lenses, which feature superb optical performance. As a result, the camera will be able to recognize and capture subjects that are several miles away.

Canon MS-500 Camera Back

Going forward, Canon will continue to pursue R&D and work to create products that could surpass the ability of the human eye and contribute to the safety and security of society. Canon has a long history of comprehensive imaging — optical, sensor, image processing and image analysis — technologies.

Canon plans to begin selling the MS-500 in 2023*.

The Canon MS-500 camera will be displayed as a reference exhibit at the Canon booth during the 2023 NAB Show for broadcast and filmmaking equipment, to be held in Las Vegas from Sunday, April 16 to Wednesday, April 19.

1 Among color cameras. As of April 2, 2023. Based on Canon research.
2 Among SPAD sensors for imaging use. As of April 2, 2023. Based on Canon research.
3 Total pixel count: 3.2 million pixels. Effective pixel count: 2.1 million pixels.
4 For more information on how SPAD sensors operate and how they differ from CMOS sensors, please visit the following website: https://global.canon/en/technology/spad-sensor-2021.html
5 Ambient starlight is equivalent to approximately 0.02 lux. A nighttime environment with no ambient starlight is equivalent to approximately 0.007 lux.
* Specifications and availability are subject to change without notice.

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Post Date: 4/4/2023 12:20:42 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Friday, March 31, 2023

From Canon:

Canon EOS R5 C Now Approved for Netflix Productions

New Firmware Update Enhances Operation & Image Quality of the Hybrid Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

Canon’s EOS R5 C has been added to Netflix’s list of approved cameras. This allows filmmakers to use Canon’s full-featured, hybrid full-frame mirrorless camera for Netflix productions.

Version 1.0.3.1 firmware elevates the overall image quality and camera operability for content captured by filmmakers and creators using the EOS R5C.

The EOS R5 C approval brings the number of Canon Cinema EOS camera models approved for use on Netflix productions to eight.

Canon Cinema EOS camera models on the Netflix approved camera list include:

  • Canon EOS R5 C
  • Canon EOS C500 Mark II
  • Canon EOS C300 Mark III
  • Canon EOS C70
  • Canon EOS C300 Mark II
  • Canon EOS C700 FF
  • Canon EOS C700
  • Canon EOS C500

The new firmware update strengthens Canon’s commitment to the filmmaking and content creation market.

To download the new firmware update, please visit EOS R5 C Firmware Version 1.0.3.1

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Post Date: 3/31/2023 11:44:47 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon Speedlite EL-1 firmware update version 1.0.2 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. Fixes an issue, in which the modeling flash may fire when the modeling flash setting is set to [Disabled].

Get the Canon Speedlite EL-1 at B&H.

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Post Date: 3/31/2023 8:50:31 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Thursday, March 30, 2023

Your Canon EOS R5 just got an awesome new capability! firmware update version 1.8.1 is now available for download.

Firmware Version 1.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. [IBIS High-Resolution Shooting] has been added to the menu. By utilizing the in-body image stabilization mechanism, it is now possible to record images with a higher sense of resolution.
    * To check images, use EOS Utility/Digital Photo Professional. EOS Utility/Digital Photo Professional requires a version upgrade.
  2. [Save/load communication settings to card] has been added to the menu. Network settings can now be inherited between cameras of the same model.
  3. You can now trim and resize images while transferring them to the FTP server.
  4. "Image protection" for FTP transfer has been added to the menu. Images transferred by FTP can now be automatically protected. This makes it possible to determine whether or not the image has been FTP-transferred.
  5. Fixed minor bugs

Get the Canon EOS R5 at B&H.

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Post Date: 3/30/2023 9:04:32 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
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