Venus Optics Announced 3 New Ultra Wide Cinema Lenses for RF Mount Canon FF MILCs

Venus Optics announced three new ultra-wide cinema lenses for RF mount Canon full frame mirrorless cameras. The company introduced the Laowa 9mm T2.9, Laowa 15mm T2.1 and Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D. Perfect wide angle options for Red Komodo, Canon R5/R6 and Canon C70.

The new Laowa 9mm T2.9 features a 113-degree angle of view on Super35 sensors, while the 15mm T2.1 and 12mm T2.9 feature a 110- and 122-degree angle of view, respectively, on cameras with full frame sensors. The three new Zero-D lenses promise ‘close to zero’ distortion and are designed for shooting in low light and indoor videography. The lenses boast a compact, lightweight design, with the Laowa 9mm weighing just 226g, the 15mm at 540g and the 12mm at 675g.

The Laowa 9mm T2.9 price tag is $599, while the 15mm T2.1 is priced $1,199 and the 12mm T2.9 costs $1,499. Continue reading “Venus Optics Announced 3 New Ultra Wide Cinema Lenses for RF Mount Canon FF MILCs”

CAPA: Canon EOS R5 is the Best Selling Camera

The Japanese website CAPA Camera announced the top-selling camera rankings for the first half of September 2020. The Canon EOS R5 wins the NO. 1 best selling camera while the Canon EOS R6 gets the 2nd position.

Top 10 brand new digital camera sales ranking from September 1st to September 15th, 2020:

No. 1: Canon EOS R5 Body

No. 2: Canon EOS R6 Body

No. 3: Sony a7 III body

No. 4: Sony A7R IV Body

No. 5: Canon EOS R6 w/ RF24-105 IS STM
(Body + RF24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM)

No. 6: Sony A6400 Double Zoom Lens Kit
(Body + E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS + E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 OSS)

No. 7: Sony A7 III lens Kit
(Body + FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS)

No. 8: Nikon Z 50 Double Zoom Kit
(Body + NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f / 3.5-6.3 VR + NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f / 4.5-6.3 VR)

No. 9: Nikon Z5 24-50mm Lens Kit
(Body + NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f / 4-6.3)

No. 10: Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Body

Canon Unveils the Full Production Version of the EOS Webcam Utility Software for Windows

Canon unveils the full production version of the EOS Webcam Utility software for Windows. The full production version expands to include additional compatible EOS Interchangeable Lens Cameras (ILC) such as the new EOS R5 and EOS R6. cameras.

The EOS Webcam Utility software is a free to download software that allows users to connect their compatible Canon DSLR and PowerShot camera to a Mac or PC computer, where it will be recognised as a USB webcam. Eliminating the need for additional equipment, the EOS Web Utility Software will enable users to replace their existing webcam and experience high-quality virtual meetings and video conferencing through their Canon camera.

New Canon Deals : Save up to $200 on RF Mount Lenses Continue reading “Canon Unveils the Full Production Version of the EOS Webcam Utility Software for Windows”

New Canon Deals : Save up to $200 on RF Mount Lenses

Canon USA has released a new instant rebate program on RF mount lenses. With these new deals you can save up to $200 on select RF lenses.

Below are the detailed savings and direct links to the major US stores: Continue reading “New Canon Deals : Save up to $200 on RF Mount Lenses”

Canon Answered EOS R5 and R6 Overheating Questions

As you know Canon has released the new firmware version 1.1.1 for both cameras.

Johnnie Behiri from CineD.com had the chance to interview Katsuyuki Nagai-san, Product Management Director of Image Communication Business at Canon Europe, answered the overheating questions of the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6.

Here are some excerpts from the interview: Continue reading “Canon Answered EOS R5 and R6 Overheating Questions”

Canon EOS R5 & R6 Firmware Updates Version 1.1.1 Now Available for Download

Canon just released the new firmware updates for the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 mirrorless camera. Canon EOS R5 & R6 Firmware Updates Version 1.1.1 Now Available for Download.

This new firmware addresses the RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM lens for image stabilization and fixes several phenomenons for both cameras.

Check out the Canon EOS R5 & R6 Firmware Update Version 1.1.1 details and download links.

Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 & R6 Firmware Updates Version 1.1.1 Now Available for Download”

Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021

Canon is planning to announce the APS-C RF mount mirrorless camera in the second half of 2021, which was initially slated to be announced in early 2021.

We have not much information about the Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera and it’s too early to talk about it. However it is not going to be an entry-level product, but a higher margin camera built around speed and a smaller footprint than the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6. Continue reading “Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021”

Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 vs Sony a7S III Video Comparison Review

Here is an excellent Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 vs Sony a7S III Video Comparison Review from the web. The Canon EOS R5 is a 8K30p capable flagship mirrorless camera while the Canon EOS R6 is the best value 4K60p model.

Tony Northrup tests the Canon EOS R5 vs the Canon EOS R6 and Sony a7S III to find the ultimate 2020 video camera for vlogging.

If you’re a serious YouTuber or a content creator there was never been a better time to upgrade to 4k. The Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R6 and Sony a7S III cameras all have eye-detect auto-focus with full-frame image sensors that give you the option to blur the background as much as you might possibly want for recording.

Check out the Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 vs Sony a7S III Video Comparison Review below : Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 vs EOS R6 vs Sony a7S III Video Comparison Review”

Canon Log 3, Cinema RAW Light, Lower Bit Rates and More Coming for EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5

Canon confirms addition of Canon Log 3, Cinema RAW Light, lower bit rates and more for the EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 cameras (AmazonB&HAdorama).

From Canon: Continue reading “Canon Log 3, Cinema RAW Light, Lower Bit Rates and More Coming for EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5”

Canon EOS R5 Firmware Version 1.1.0 Now Available for Download

Canon EOS R5 Firmware Version 1.1.0 is now available for download online at Canon USA. Canon also announced future firmware plans for Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III cameras.

Also a new firmware update will be coming in early September that addresses the RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM.

Alongside a flurry of minor bug fixes, the new firmware also promises to improve video shooting times and Gordon Laing has talked about the Canon EOS R5 overheating improvements with the firmware 1.1.0. Check it out! Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 Firmware Version 1.1.0 Now Available for Download”