The Canon EOS-1D X Mark III announcement seems to be a matter of a few days maybe weeks.
Nokishita leaked product images and the full specification for the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III. The image sensor has a resolution of 20MP, and not 24MP as we were told.
Since the full specification list is in Japanese and the machine translation results in a formatting mess making anything unreadable, we link the leaked Japanese file with the full specifications and let the translation of the minute details to you.
Update: Adorama also has a Canon EOS-1D X Mark III product page.
The release to the general public of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is getting closer. A big and authorised Canon retailer in the USA, B&H Photo, already lists the Canon EOS-1D Mark III (all 1D X Mark III rumors).
The screenshot above was taken from B&H Photo’s product page for the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III. As you can see you can get notified when it will be available for pre-order. And there are the specifications.
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Camera Format
Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Pixels
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Sensor Type
CMOS
Image File Formats
JPEG, HEIF, Raw
Bit Depth
8, 10, 14-Bit
Continuous Shooting
16 fps (Mechanical Shutter, with Optical Viewfinder) 20 fps (Mechanical or Electronic Shutter, During Live View)
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
Phase-Detection: 525 (During Live View Only)
Viewfinder Type
Optical (Pentaprism)
Video Recording
4:2:2 10-Bit 4K at 59.94p fps
Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: CFexpress
Wireless
Bluetooth Wi-Fi
GPS
Yes
Battery
1 x LP-E19 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 11.1 VDC, 2750 mAh
All stuff we already know. The Canon EOS-1D X Mark III product page has no mention of IBIS or 6K video recording, both rumored features.
There is also a first look video and more Canon EOS-1D X Mark III product description (after the video).
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III product description:
Ideal for sports and wildlife, the flagship Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR is being engineered and designed using feedback from the worldwide community of EOS-1D X and EOS-1D X Mark II photographers. Continuing Canon’s rich heritage of creating first-rate optical products, the EOS-1D X Mark III offers an enhanced autofocus system, with dramatically improved still and video image quality and communication. When using this camera, professionals will have the confidence they will get ‘the shot’ and can deliver it at a competitive speed – faster than ever before – ideal for the increasingly fast-paced industry.
Need for Speed
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark III will be blisteringly fast – offering exceptional precision, reliability, high-performance autofocus and subject tracking – providing photographers with a tool that will help to capture the shot they are chasing. The camera’s new autofocus algorithm will improve stability and tracking when using both the Optical Viewfinder and in Live View shooting mode, using Deep Learning Technology and adapting to help facilitate accurate focus tracking for every shot. When using the optical viewfinder the camera will use a new autofocus sensor, with approximately 28 times the resolution in the center of the EOS-1D X Mark II.
Offering the ability to autofocus in even brighter and darker situations than before and with greater precision, the camera will have a range of autofocus capabilities, which will enable the photographer to get their shot. In Live View mode, users will be able to make use of 525 AF areas using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system will cover approximately 90×100 percent of the image sensor. The camera will support significantly faster frame rates with full AF and AE, using either the optical viewfinder (up to approximately 16 fps mechanical shutter) or Live View (up to approximately 20 fps mechanical or electronic shutter). Additionally, the camera’s dual CFexpress card slots will enable more than five times the RAW burst depth of its predecessor.
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The development of EOS-1D X Mark III is a clear example of Canon’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovative imaging products featuring optically excellent technology. The camera will support an all new, Canon-developed, CMOS sensor and DIGIC processor, that will deliver greater image quality, at even higher ISOs, with the ability to capture stills in 10-bit using the HEIF (High Efficiency Image File) file format. HEIF produces wider dynamic range and greater color representation compared to JPEG. The power of 4K resolution brings stories to life – shoot 4K videos including 4K60p with 10-bit 4:2:2 Canon Log internal recording.
Conveniently Connected
For professionals, content delivery is just as important as image capture – the EOS-1D X Mark III will make it easy, featuring built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth low-energy connectivity in addition to GPS technology. To keep pace with ever-shortening deadlines, the camera will transfer data at more than twice the speed of the EOS-1D X Mark II when using the built-in Ethernet connection, or the new optional wireless file transmitter – the WFT-E9, which is also compatible with Canon’s recently launched Cinema EOS C500 Mark II camera. Coupled with simpler network set-up the camera will greatly enhance the professional workflow.
A Familiar Feel with Improved Attributes
Existing EOS-1D series users will be familiar and comfortable handling the EOS-1D X Mark III allowing seamless navigation with trusted ergonomics – whilst the magnesium alloy body will offer the durability expected from Canon’s EOS-1D cameras. Professional photographers can trust the same impressive build-quality as the EOS-1D X Mark II – with phenomenal weather-sealing, standing up to harsh conditions, including wind, rain and humidity. With incredible low-light shooting capabilities, the camera will now feature select illuminated buttons that allow for precision operation in challenging, dark and dimly lit conditions.
The camera will also offer a new additional control for selecting AF points, built into the AF-ON button, allowing photographers to change AF points on-the-fly for the best composition – further helping to simplify their work. In addition, dramatically improved battery life – with the same LP-E19 – will allow professionals to shoot for longer periods of time, without having to change batteries, helping reduce the chance of missing a shot.
No doubt the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is coming soon. And obviously Canon’s next top tier professional camera is already in the hands of selected photographers.
Click Video Mag posted a video where they cover a trip to a race track in the Pyrenees in Spain to test a brand new piece of kit, which occurs to be the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III.
To see the EOS-1D X Mark III jump to minute 7:42 in the video below. The sneak preview lasts around 20 seconds, so there is not much to see. And there is something we noticed: the EOS-1D X Mark III is never depicted from the front, only from the side and the back. Does that mean something?
Roger, the guy in the video, explicitly teases Click Video Mag‘s next video episode where they promise to introduce the EOS-1D X Mark III.
According to Nokishita the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and the WFT-E9 wireless file transmitter are now listed on Canon’s latest product list.
The release of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is expected around the beginning of February 2020, and there are no doubts left about that. An authoritative source confirmed it will be at the beginning of 2020, February is the natural choice (CP+ happens). General availability should be ready in April 2020.
Below is the list of what we know for sure so far about the EOS 1D X Mark III:
All-new CMOS sensor
Dual-pixel 525-point CMOS AF with 90/100% coverage horizontally and vertically
New Digic Processor
10-bit HEIF file capture (in addition to JPEG and Raw)
Max 16fps capture via viewfinder, and 20fps in live view (with AF)
Dual CF Express card slots
10-bit, 4:2:2 4K/60 video with C-Log
Backlit buttons
What about sensor resolution?
There is still uncertainty about the sensor resolution. While both 20MP and 24MP are rumored, we think the latter is more likely.
Our friends at COSYSPEED started a new interesting project. Lens pouches made in Africa, and for a good cause.
Everyone owns camera lenses. And everyone knows they can scratch quickly or dirt can get in while you have them in your bag. They also quickly gather dust when stored on a shelf. The new COSYSPEED lens pouches offer reliable protection. They are well made, lined with soft microfibre on the inside and colored classic black or African style on the outside. They are available in three sizes to cover the most common lens sizes.
And here is the (cool) thing: When you buy a COSYSPEED lens pouches, you get a high quality product and actively do development work. You are not just sending money, you are giving someone work and the opportunity to help her or him self. And that’s a win win situation for everyone!
Some users experienced front-focusing issues when focusing on a subject close to the minimum focusing distance at the telephoto end. Well, Canon reacted quickly to user complaints. Kudos.
Future Firmware Plan: RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM lens
Thank you for using Canon products.
It has been confirmed that when using the RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM to perform AF shooting to capture a subject at close-range with the focus distance approximately set to the Tele-end (200mm), the image may become slightly front-focused.
New firmware with improved focus accuracy is scheduled for release in the beginning of Jan. 2020, and once the preparations are completed, we will post the information on our Web site.
Note: New firmware being released at this time is for lenses equipped with firmware version 1.0.5 or earlier. The lens firmware version can be checked in the camera’s menu.
Calling All Attendees To Define And Discover What It Means To Co-Create With Canon At CES® 2020
With Awe-Inspiring Activations and Impressive Solutions, the Company Aims to Spark Creativity
MELVILLE, NY, December 19, 2019 – At CES® 2020 in Las Vegas, NV (Booth #16206), Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will demonstrate how its solutions and technology help visitors tap into their imagination and co-create imaging experiences worth bragging about. From dynamic runway shows to lighting installations, the Canon booth will host immersive activations to showcase the range and versatility of the company’s solutions. Additionally, Canon’s impressive, existing products, such as the RF lenses and IVY printers and instant camera printers, will be on display for attendees to test and try within the Canon booth.
Co-Create in New Environments A feast for the eyes, attendees will have the opportunity to experience four activations in the Canon booth:
Journey of Light: Representing the journey of light through a Canon EOS M200 camera to capture content, attendees will see and capture vertical video of how light moves and refracts through space with the use of mirrors and euphoric lighting.
Gaming Studio: For gaming enthusiasts, attendees will have the opportunity to see a gamer in action as he or she livestreams through the EOS M200 and another livestreaming device for attendees to view the difference in image quality.
Dynamic Runway Shows: Using dynamic lighting and artfully designed details, attendees will capture images and videos of energetic gymnastic performances as well as eye-catching fashion shows featuring “wearable art,” showcasing a range of mind bending, imaginative compositions inspired by contemporary art and fashion designers on the runway.
Portrait Studio: Learn how Canon can connect you with a professional photographer for all of your photography needs using the company’s first photographer matching service, launching in January 2020. After learning about the service, attendees will have the opportunity to have their headshots taken by one of Canon’s professional photographers within the booth, helping guests to accomplish their best look with great image quality and complimentary lighting. Attendees can also upload their brand-new headshots to their online profiles as well as print in the in-booth Canon Print Lab.
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