The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens for EOS R is a “Monster Performer”

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Digital Camera World posted a short review of what for sure appears to be the best performing lens for the new Canon EOS R system, the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM. They call it a “monster performer, with a price and weight to match“. This is the lens Canon built to showcase what you can do with the newly engineered RF mount. Unfortunately, the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L sells at $2,299.

Their verdict:

Not only was this designed to be a lust-worthy launch day lens for the EOS R, it was envisioned as a demonstration for what the new RF mount is capable of. The price tag is tear-inducing, but mount this fantastic lens on the EOS R and even the most vocal naysayer will be a believer in what Canon is trying to achieve with the system.

Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L at a glance:

  • RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.2 to f/16
  • One UD Element, One Aspherical Element
  • Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
  • Customizable Control Ring
  • Rounded 10-Blade Diaphragm

Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro Lens Sample Gallery (DPReview)

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Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM at a glance;

  • RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • STM Stepping AF Motor
  • 1:2 Max. Magnification, 6.7″ Min. Focus
  • Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Customizable Control Ring
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

DPReview posted a sample gallery shot with the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM lens. The Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM is the less expensive lens for the Canon EOS R system.

Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Interview With Canon USA’s President and COO about the EOS R

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Dave Etchells of Imaging Resource had a conversation with Mr. Kazuto Ogawa, Canon USA’s President and COO.

The Canon EOS R is obviously at the center of the conversation.

DE: Now that we’ve seen the EOS R, we’re kind of wondering who the specific audience is for it, in that it’s not at the high-end like the 5D Mark IV or a 1D X Mark II, but it’s a lot more than a 6D II or an 80D. Where do you see the market for it, and how are you bringing it to that market?

KO: Of course, customers can always choose the best products, but we don’t categorize them, saying “Okay, this camera is this market, this camera is this kind of market.” We don’t say that kind of thing. But judging from the specification and the current EOS line, more or less, the 5D, 6D, or the 80D; a similar position to that. So higher-end enthusiasts, or as a backup camera for professionals, that kind of category. 5D Mark IV, 6D, these are the full-frame cameras, right? The positioning of them. Read the interview here…

The Canon EOS R is in stock and ready to ship at major retailers in the USA and Europe

Canon EOS R at a glance:

  • 30.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K30 Video; C-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 5655 AF Points
  • 3.69m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.15″ 2.1m-Dot Swivel Touchscreen LCD
  • Expanded ISO 50-102400, 8 fps Shooting
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, SD UHS-II Card Slot
  • Multi-Function Bar, Dual Pixel RAW

Please use the links below to put your order (international shipping available).

Order the Canon EOS R in the USA: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Order the Canon RF mount lenses in the USA: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Availability should be given also at major retailers in Europe and around the world (you have to check for your country). Please use the links below.

Canon EOS R world-wide order links:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Canon RF mount lenses world-wide order links:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Canon EOS R Low Light 4K Video Test (with RF 24-105mm f/4 IS lens)

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Brooklyn Cyclist posted a short video where they put the EOS R’s low light performance under scrutiny. Unfortunately there are no hints about ISO and other settings.

The Canon EOS R is in stock and ready to ship at major retailers in the USA

Canon EOS R at a glance:

  • 30.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K30 Video; C-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 5655 AF Points
  • 3.69m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.15″ 2.1m-Dot Swivel Touchscreen LCD
  • Expanded ISO 50-102400, 8 fps Shooting
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, SD UHS-II Card Slot
  • Multi-Function Bar, Dual Pixel RAW

Please use the links below to put your order (international shipping available).

Order the Canon EOS R in the USA: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Order the Canon RF mount lenses in the USA: B&H Photo | Adorama | Canon USA | Amazon

Availability should be given also at major retailers in Europe and around the world (you have to check for your country). Please use the links below.

Canon EOS R world-wide order links:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Canon RF mount lenses world-wide order links:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

The 5DayDeal Photography Bundle Comes with Skylum Luminar 2018 and Photolemur 3

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The annual 5DayDeal Photography Bundle is live and available to the public for $89. And there is something we missed to tell you.

Both Skylum Luminar 2018 and Photolemur 3 are included in the bundle. This alone makes the bundle a hot deal at $89. And it gets better. Skylum already announced that you’ll be able to update Luminar 2018 to the upcoming Luminar 2019 version for free. If you get the 5DayDeal Photography Bundle you get Luminar 2018 and will be able to update it for free. Not bad, eh?

This unique bundle has been curated exclusively to help photographers save time and money, to push their technical and creative skill, and advance their career. Get the resources you need, from the industry professionals you trust, at a price you can afford instead of paying a lot of money over months and years.

Whether you’re a photographer looking to do more or a diehard professional, there’s something in this bundle for everyone — and the savings are remarkable. This bundle is a once in a lifetime collection of expert training, tutorials, eBooks, software, and digital tools for all levels of photography enthusiasts — there’s something awesome for everyone. This is your only chance to save over 97%. Learn more about the 5DayDeal bundle here.

The 5DayDeal Photography Bundle at a glance:

  • Get the training you need to create amazing landscapes
  • Learn the best techniques to bring the starry-night sky to life
  • Gain insights on traveling with your camera stress-free
  • Use an industry-vetted model release written by a lawyer
  • See how the magic happens during a pro model shoot
  • Take the mystery out of post-production by using easy presets
  • Book more weddings and make them creative and stress-free
  • Tell better stories by learning the art of great composition
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  • Turn your technical skill into the creative expertise you crave
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  • Make your next portrait session more creative with better posing
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  • Develop your own digital workflow that makes editing faster
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