Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI Specifications Leaked

Speedlite 470EX-AI
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Specifications of the upcoming Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI leaked at Digicame-Info (and are machine translated).

  • Auto intelligent (AI) bounce mode of “Full Auto” and “Semi Auto”.With an electric head rotation device, the 470 EX – AI automatically determines the optimal bounce position eliminating unnecessary shadows.
  • The guide number is 47 (105 mm). It is driven by 4 AA batteries.
  • It covers the field angle of 24 – 105 mm. Wide panel (14 mm adapter) allows light to spread wide. Clip-on bounce adapter that makes light more soft.
  • Equipped with a dot matrix display that can display more detailed information.
  • The setting can be quickly changed with the shortcut button and the controller wheel.
  • EOS 8D Mark II, EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 6D Mark II, EOS 7D Mark II, EOS 80D, EOS 77D, EOS 800D, EOS 760D, EOS 750D, EOS 200D, EOS M50.
  • Size 74.6 x 130.4 x 105.1 mm. Weight 385 g (excluding batteries).

So, what is about the “AI bounce” feature of the Speedlite 470EX-AI. If I got the machine translation right, the flash automatically sets the appropriate bounce angle.

And, btw, have you seen the EOS 8D Mark II in the list above? Most likely a translation error. Or is an EOS 80D Mark II coming? Unlikely :) The EOS 5D Mark II is listed two times, so I guess machine translation mistake.

Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM ART lens pre-orders are open at $1299

Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 DG HSM Art
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Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • 3 FLD, 3 SLD, and 3 Aspherical Elements
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override
  • Weather-Sealed Brass Bayonet Mount
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 10.2″

Pre-orders for Sigma’s latest ART lens are open. The Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM sells at $1,299, order it at B&H Photo. The price is very competitive, compared to Canon and Nikon offerings.

A hands-on review of the Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 with some sample pictures can be read at Sigma Blog.

This is the Canon EOS 2000D, images and specifications

Canon EOS 2000DImages and a first set of specifications of the upcoming Canon EOS 2000D leaked at Nokishita.

  • 24.1 million pixels APS-C
  • DIGIC 4+
  • Full HD video
  • 3.0 type liquid crystal
  • ISO: 100-6400
  • Wi-Fi installed
  • Size: 129.0 × 101.3 × 77.6 mm
  • Weight: 475 g

The EOS 2000D is clearly more upmarket than the also leaked EOS 4000D.

The Canon EOS 4000D and EOS 2000D are the monikers for the EU market. The new Canon DSLRs will respectively be named EOS 1500D and EOS 3000D in China (and likely in the rest of Asia). The reason for this is probably known only to Canon’s sophisticated market strategists. However, we thought there were three new entry level DSLRs coming but it turns out it’s two new DSLRs (most likely).

Announcement is expected for next week. Stay tuned.

[via Nokishita]

Tamron 70-210mm f/4 DI VC USD officially announced, ready for pre-order at $799

Tamron 70-210mm f/4 DI VC USD
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Tamron 70-210mm f/4 DI VC USD at a glance:

  • Constant F/4 maximum aperture
  • Best-in-class 1:3.1 maximum magnification ratio and 37.4″ MOD
  • High-speed Dual MPU (Micro-Processing Unit)
  • Outstanding 4-stop VC Image Stabilization
  • USD AF system provides excellent responsiveness and fast, precise focusing
  • Fluorine Coating and Moisture-Resistant Construction
  • Compatible with Tamron teleconverters
  • Compatible with TAMRON TAP-in Console
  • Optional tripod mount compatible with Arca-Swiss style quick release plates

The Tamron 70-210mm f/4 DI VC USD is ready for pre-order at $799: Adorama | B&H Photo.

Tamron press release:

New F/4 telephoto zoom lens featuring superb optical performance and a lightweight and compact body for easy portability

70-210mm F/4 Di VC USD (Model A034)

February 22,2018, Commack, New York— Tamron announces the launch of the 70-210mm F/4 Di VC USD (Model A034), a compact telephoto zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. Model A034 provides superb optical performance throughout the entire zoom range and features a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.1, the highest in its class.* The design includes an internal zoom mechanism that provides solid mechanical construction and stable, reliable operation. Model A034 also employs a Dual MPU (Micro-Processing Unit) design, which enables high-speed and high-accuracy AF performance as well as powerful VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization for flexible and versatile use in various situations. For dependable outdoor use, the new telephoto zoom is equipped with Fluorine Coating and Moisture-Resistant Construction. The lens will be available in Canon and Nikon mounts in April at $799.00.

*Among 70-200mm F/4 class interchangeable lenses for full-frame DSLR cameras (as of January 2018: Tamron)

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Here is the Samyang XP 50mm f/1.2, officially announced

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Samyang (aka Rokinon, Walimex etc) announced the new Samyang Xp 50mm f/1.2 lens. The XP 50mm F1.2 lens will be available in March at a suggested retail price of €949.

An Expert Portrait Lens for Dramatic Moments

This lens, built for DSLR cameras, has a resolution of more than 50 megapixels for photography and 8K for video. The XP 50mm F1.2 manual focus lens enables you to capture those dramatic moments in perfect image quality with a bright F1.2 aperture. In particular, it optimizes for portraits, capturing the delicate change of the eye at the time of a portrait, right down to a strand of hair, and bright and beautiful skin color. You can express unconstrained depth with the bright aperture, while the 9 blades also deliver beautiful bokeh, starburst, and out-focusing effects. Also, you can even achieve high image quality in low light conditions and indoors thanks to the fast shutter speed.

Excellence in Performance

Produced from a total of 11 lenses in 8 groups, you can minimize distortion and various aberrations while producing crystal clear resolution. The special optic lenses, aspherical lens, and high-refractive lens deliver sharp and vivid images to camera sensors by effectively tuning the light path. Also, flare and ghost effects can be well controlled thanks to the ultra multi coating.

This is the Canon EOS M50, specifications and image leaked (4K, new raw file format, viewfinder)

eos m50
Canon EOS M50

And here it is, ladies and gentleman: the upcoming Canon EOS M50, Canon’s latest mirrorless camera. As many people thought, the EOS M50 has a viewfinder.

We expect the announcement on February 25/26, 2018 (depends by geographycal location).

The specifications list got an update since we posted the image. The EOS M50 will have these specs (machine translated):

  • 24.1 Megapixels APS-C CMOS
  • Dual pixel CMOS AF
  • DIGIC 8
  • 4K video
  • Standard ISO: 100-25600 (extended ISO: 51200)
  • Continuous: Up to 10 frames / sec (at servo AF: up to 7.4 frames / sec)
  • EVF: 2.36 million dot organic EL
  • 3 type 104 million dots Bali angle touch panel liquid crystal
  • Wi-Fi · Bluetooth · NFC installed
  • Supports the next-generation CR3 RAW format and the new C-RAW compression format. The C – RAW format is 40% smaller in file size than conventional RAW, and it corresponds to in – camera RAW development and digital lens optimizer
  • Color: Black / White
  • Pre-orders start on February 27, 2018
[via Nokishita]