Canon Might Announce New Video Gear In 2021 (XF505, XC20, C50, 8K Camera)

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Some new tidbits about possible upcoming Canon video gear, possibly to be released in 2021.

Canon Rumors sums up the video gear that Canon might announced in 2021. None of the listed and rumored video cameras seems to be a consumer product.

Canon XF505

  • Replacement for the XF205
  • Same 1″ sensor as the XF705
  • 12G-SDI output and SD cards
  • An integrated zoom lens with 15x zoom
  • BP-A batteries

Canon XC20

  • Replacement for the XC10/XC15
  • Same 1″ sensor as the XF705
  • CFexpress slot for internal RAW recording
  • SD cards for XF-AVC/MP4 recording
  • An integrated lens with 10x zoom and constant f2.8 aperture
  • LP-E6NH batteries

Canon Cinema EOS C50

  • Super 35mm 4K sensor (same as the Cinema EOS C200)
  • No IBIS
  • RF Mount
  • Internal ND (10 Stops)
  • CLog 2 & CLog 3
  • 4:2:0 8bit internally onto SD cards up to 4K60 & 1080/120
  • No RAW
  • Dual LP-E6NH battery slot

Canon Cinema EOS 8K

Well, this one is known to come since a while, and it made some more or less intentional appearances in the past.

Other Canon video cameras that are on a possible release list are the Cinema EOS C90 and Cinema EOS C200 Mark II.

There are many factors that could delay these announcements, the global pandemic and related supply chain shortages or other production issues in first place.

Stay tuned, and safe.

Today Only Deals: Sirui Tripod, Sony 32GB CFast Memory Card, Datacolor SpyderCHECKR

Sirui Tripod

Today only (03/02/21) B&H Photo DealZone has solid discounts on three items.

Get the Sirui T-1004SK Tripod with G-10KX Ball Head Travel Tripod Kit on sale at $89.90. Compare at $199.90. That’s 55% off.

Get the Sony 32GB CFast 2.0 G Series Memory Card with USB 3.0 Card Reader on sale at $79.99. Compare at $134.99. That’s a 41% discount.

Get the Datacolor SpyderCHECKR Color Chart and Calibration Tool for Digital Cameras on sale at $89. Compare at $139. That’s 36% off.


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Comparing The Impossible #2: Canon EOS R5 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max

Iphone 12 Pro

If you like comparing apples to oranges, we have a new comparison to feature after the Canon EOS-1D X Mark II vs Samsung Galaxy S21.

So, how does the edge of mirrorless camera systems compare to the edge of computational photography? We are looking at a Canon EOS R5 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max comparison. In the video below, Matti Haapoja tries to find out if you can spot any difference at all.

Here is a short table of contents for the video:

  • 00:00​ Intro
  • 00:18​ Taking photos
  • 01:52​ R5 VS iPhone 12 Pro max
  • 02:30​ New Motion Graphics
  • 03:50​ Can you see the difference?
  • 12:56​ Summary

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Canon USA Recognized As One Of The World’s Most Ethical Companies (4th year)

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Good to see that Canon makes achievements in domains that are not related to imaging technologies.

Canon press release:

Canon U.S.A. Recognized as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the Fourth Consecutive Year by The Ethisphere Institute

MELVILLE, NY, March 1, 2021During a time when it has been crucial for companies to prioritize the values and needs of their customers and employees, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has remained committed to developing solutions that are designed to support ever-changing business needs. Reflecting this commitment, Canon U.S.A. is proud to share it has been recognized as one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies for the fourth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Of the 135 honorees spanning 22 countries and 47 industries, Canon U.S.A. is the only company to be recognized within the Imaging Technology industry category, showcasing the company’s strong global standards, business integrity, corporate citizenship and overall brand value. As a result of the company’s positive influence, impact in business communities, and ongoing support during COVID-19, Canon U.S.A. stands out amongst others to the Ethisphere Institute.

“While addressing the tough challenges of 2020, we saw companies lead – above all other institutions – on earning the trust of stakeholders through resilience and a commitment to ethics and integrity,” said Timothy Erblich, CEO, Ethisphere Institute. “The World’s Most Ethical Companies honorees continue to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the highest values and positively impacting the communities they serve. Congratulations to everyone at Canon U.S.A. for earning the World’s Most Ethical Companies designation.”

Rooted in Ethisphere’s proprietary Ethics Quotient®, the World’s Most Ethical Companies assessment process includes more than 200 questions on culture, environmental and social practices, ethics and compliance activities, governance, diversity and initiatives to support a strong value chain. The process serves as an operating framework designed to showcase the leading practices of organizations across industries around the world. This year, the process was streamlined and set to further gauge how applicants are adapting and responding to the global health pandemic, environmental, social, and governance factors, safety, equity and inclusion, and social justice.

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Deal: Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX Lens – $569 (reg. $899, today only)

Tokina AT-X 24-70mm

Today only (03/01/21) B&H Photo DealZone has a 37% discount on the Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX for Canon EF mount.

At a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Three Glass Molded Aspherical Elements
  • Three SD Super-Low Dispersion Elements
  • Multi-Layer Lens Coatings
  • Silent-Drive Module AF System
  • Internal Focus; One-Touch Focus Clutch
  • Nine-Blade Diaphragm

Get the Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX on sale at $569. Compare at $899.


Hand-picked deals are listed here.

Deal pages:

Refurbished lenses and DSLRs at Canon Store (best deals to be found here)

Save $10 on Luminar 4 and/or Aurora HDR 2019 and/or Luminar AI using our code “WATCH” at checkout.

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Photo Industry Rumor: Sony Working On A Sensor With “zigzag manner pixel type” ?

Sony

Interesting rumor from the Sony front. A new imaging sensor with new technology might be in the works.

Our friends at Sony Alpha Rumors got a hot tip about a new imaging sensor with “zigzag manner pixel type”. A source told them:

Sony released the information of a zigzag manner pixel type, high-speed 12lane SLVS-EC 5G, 61 megapixels full-frame Exmor R sensor for value-added reseller. This sesnor [sic] has 3.76um pixel size but 45-degree rotated, to output 120 megapixels for industry or security application.

Their source also sent them a leaflet that appears to refer to this new imaging sensor. Looks rather interesting. Sony has always been a huge technological innovator in the camera industry. Wouldn’t be surprised if they come out with a new technology. In any case a new imaging sensor released by this company is always a big thing. And btw, Canon is also producing a large set of super specialised imaging sensors. Some of then are truly exciting, like extreme high ISO sensors that “can see in the dark“.

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