Deal: Canon EOS 6D Mark II deal – $1499.99 (reg. $1999)

Canon Eos 6d Mark Ii Deal
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EOS 6D Mark II at a glance:

  • 26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor
  • 45-Point All-Cross Type AF System
  • Full HD Video at 60 fps; Electronic IS
  • 3.0″ Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Movie Servo AF
  • Native ISO 40000, Expanded to ISO 102400
  • 6.5 fps Shooting; Time-Lapse & HDR Movie
  • Built-In GPS, Bluetooth, & Wi-Fi w/ NFC
  • Dust and Water Resistant; SD Card Slot

Top Rated seller 6ave on eBay (99.8% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 6D Mark II on sale at $1,499.99. Compare at $1,999. Free shipping. Please note: this is an import model with 1 year seller warranty. An import item is legally imported from another country through channels other than the maker’s official distribution system.

There is more to check if you’re looking for good deals. Have a look at the following links. Today’s Gold Box and one day only deals at Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, B&H Photo, eBay, Adorama, and refurbished lenses and DSLRs at Canon Store (check the refurbished listings at Canon Store whenever you have time for it, the best deals hide there).

New Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 L lens rumored again

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This appears to be on the way to become a recurring rumor. Again, it’s murmured Canon may announce a new EF 50mm f/1.4 “L” lens, now in 2018.

It’s suggested Canon is testing not less than two version of this lens, i.e. prototypes are said to already undergo testing by select photographers.

So, what are this rumored lenses about? One is said to be an EF 50mm f/1.4L IS lens, which might have been developed along wth the new EF 85mm f/1.4L IS. It’s unclear what the other 50mm lens is. Absolutely no hints here.

Seconding the rumor, the announcement of both, new 50mm lenses is scheduled somewhen in the first half of 2018.

Please take this rumor with a grain of salt. While being perfectly plausible, rumors concerning new 50mm lenses by Canon are pretty common and this one is also running since long. I don’t think this lens is one of the two unreleased Canon lenses that recently leaked at a certification authority.

The current EF 50mm f/1.4 lens (not L) dates back to 2003. A new, improved and “L” grade version of this lens wouldn’t be a bad thing.

Stay tuned…

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The Canon Rebel T7i has amazing Auto-Focus performance, Huffington Post says

Canon Rebel T7i (EOS 800D)
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Canon Rebel T7i:  B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

At a glance:

  • 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor
  • 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • 45-Point All Cross-Type Phase-Detect AF
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • Up to 6 fps Shooting and ISO 51200
  • Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth
  • HDR Movie and Time-Lapse Movie
  • Movie Electronic IS, Feature Assistant

Dan Watson reviewed the Canon Rebel T7i  (EOS 800D in EU) for the Huffington Post. Canon’s entry-level DSLR gets another pretty positive review.

Overall, the Canon T7i has been one of my favorite cameras from Canon and it’s also one of the cheapest. Sure, it’s not their best quality camera but the quality, performance, and features fit the intended user and $750 price tag well enough. If you plan on using live view or video recording, Canon’s dual pixel autofocus system is reason enough to make the T7i the best DSLR above any Nikon option. While Sony’s a6300 and Fuji X-T20 come in at a slightly higher price, they do offer better video performance (especially with the a6300), slightly improved image quality, and are a bit smaller by comparison. They also offer more complex menu systems with custom buttons, new functionality, and a more intimidating user interface which could affect some buyers. But it if you love Canon’s tried and true design, and amazing and cost-effective lens selection, the Canon T7i or 77D with its upgraded image sensor, amazing autofocus performance, great connectivity, and solid features should be at the top of your list. Read the review…

You can watch Dan’s 12 minutes video review of the Canon Rebel T7i below.

Having featured Dual Pixel AF on their latest Rebel was a smart move by Canon. Dual Pixel AF is a game changing auto-focusing technology which is proprietary to Canon, and works like a charm.

Canon Rebel T7i:  

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

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Lens deal – $699 ($100 off, free filter and docking station)

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Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/5 to f/22
  • Four SLD Glass Elements
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override
  • Optical Stabilizer
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • TSC Material, Brass Bayonet Mount
  • Compatible with Sigma USB Dock

B&H Photo has a deal on the Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Lens (Canon EF mount). You get the lens bundled with a Sigma 67mm WR UV Filter and the Sigma USB Dock for $699. That’s a saving of $100 on the lens, plus the filter and the dock for free.

There is more to check if you’re looking for good deals. Have a look at the following links. Today’s Gold Box and one day only deals at Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, B&H Photo, eBay, Adorama, and refurbished lenses and DSLRs at Canon Store (check the refurbished listings at Canon Store whenever you have time for it, the best deals hide there).

Canon 85mm F/1.4L IS sample photos (DPReview)

Canon EF 85mm F/1.4L IS
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Pre-orders are available at $1,599 at Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon | Canon Store

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/32
  • One GMo Aspherical Element
  • Air Sphere and Fluorine Coatings
  • Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

DPRreview posted a set of 59 sample pictures shot with the new Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS. A Canon EOS 6D Mark II was used for the sample shots.

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS just started shipping ($1600) in small quantities. This is a lens many people would like to own.