A review of the Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS lens. The Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS was announced one month ago. It’s scheduled to ship in July 2021.
At a glance:
RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
1.4x Magnification with Autofocus
Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
Minimum Focusing Distance: 10.2″
Super Spectra Coating
Smooth and Quiet Auto Focus
Optical Image Stabilization; Hybrid IS
Control Ring for Direct Setting Changes
9-Blade Diaphragm
Weather-Sealed Construction
TheCameraStoreTV posted their hands-on review of a pre-production version of the RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro.
Hands-on preview of a pre-production Canon RF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM. This lens is designed for close-up photography providing 1.4x magnification with autofocus. Watch to find out how this lens stacks up on Canon EOS Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras.
Preorders in USA are open at $1,399: B&H Photo | Adorama. If you are based in UK we recommend Park Cameras. More worldwide preorders:
Here is a new Canon EOS R5 review. A review that looks at the EOS R5 after eight months of use.
Posted on YouTube by Samuel Elkins, the 12 minutes review below summarizes the reviewer’s impression after eight months of use. I do not know how you feel but I prefer these kind if reviews to overspecialized pixel peeping reviews in a lab setting. Your mileage may vary.
Some news from the industry. Panasonic makes cameras that are worth to have a look at. Here are the Lumix GH5M2, and the upcoming Lumix GH6.
Lumix GH5M2 at a glance:
20.3MP Live MOS Sensor with AR Coating
DCI/UHD 4K 60p Video, 10-Bit Internal
Pre-Installed V-Log L, No Crop 4K Video
6.5-Stop 5-Axis Dual I.S. 2
0.76x 3.68m-Dot OLED Viewfinder
3.0″ 1.84m-Dot Free-Angle Touchscreen
225-Area DFD AF, Advanced Subject Detect
Livestream Video via Wi-Fi
6K and 4K PHOTO Modes
Panasonic announced the Lumix GH5M2, and the development of the Lumix GH6. The Lumix GH5M2 can be preordered starting at $1,697 at B&H Photo | Adorama.
Panasonic Develops the LUMIX GH6 Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless Camera The Flagship of the LUMIX G Series for Innovative Video Expression Expected by End of Year
May 25, 2021
Newark, NJ – Panasonic is proud to announce the development of the LUMIX GH6 that combines the new Micro Four Thirds sensor and a new image processor. This flagship camera of the LUMIX G Series will be commercialized for its release to world markets by the end of 2021.
After establishing the LUMIX brand in 2001, Panasonic introduced the world’s first digital single lens mirrorless camera in 2008*1. Since then, it has produced a host of innovative cameras and interchangeable lenses by taking advantage of the outstanding mobility and high video performance which are unique to the mirrorless camera system. These cameras and lenses were originally used for photography but have also been used for film creation. After 20 years of innovative contributions to the imaging culture, LUMIX cameras and lenses have earned a solid reputation with a wide range of users, including professional photographers and film creators.
As the next milestone in the evolution of the legacy of LUMIX cameras, Panasonic is proud to announce that the development of the LUMIX GH6 is underway. The flagship of the LUMIX G Series and the latest model of the GH line, it is renowned for its stunning mobility and innovative video performance. Combining the high-speed sensor and Venus Engine image processor, the new GH6 realizes next-generation video expression. Providing 4:2:2 10-bit DCI 4K/60p recording capability*2, the LUMIX GH6 achieves unlimited video recording when the camera is used under the certified operating temperature*3. It is reliable enough to record continuous footage for a desired duration. It also provides a 10-bit 4K 120p High Frame Rate (HFR) and Variable Frame Rate (VFR) for high resolution slow/quick motion video. Moreover, the GH6 records 10-bit 5.7K 60p video by taking full advantage of the newly developed Micro Four Thirds sensor. Accommodating a variety of recording modes and shooting assist functions, the GH6 enables photo/video hybrid-use for various purposes including films, music videos, documentaries and short clips for social media to meet the creators’ needs. The GH6 will retail for approximately $2500.
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