Take a look at how the partnership between Canon and The Arbor Day Foundation is making a positive impact in local communities – CanonUSA
Canon product advisory for counterfeit 600EX-RT Speedlites
Canon published a product advisory regarding counterfeit 600EX-RT Speedlites. [via TDP]
Canon product advisory:
We have confirmed that there are counterfeit Speedlite 600EX-RT flash products in circulation in the market. It has been reported that these products are being sold through various online marketplace websites. These counterfeit products have not been designed or manufactured by Canon, but fraudulently display the Canon logo, and may also fraudulently display other Canon and third party trademarks. Furthermore, these counterfeit products have not been manufactured or tested under the safety standards established by Canon, so we are unable to make representations concerning their safe operation, and there is a possibility that using one of these counterfeit products may cause adverse affects such as generation of fire and/or smoke.
The safety of our consumers is our utmost concern. Unlike genuine Canon products, counterfeit products may not meet government and industry safety standards. To ensure that you’re buying genuine Canon products, we recommend purchasing from a Canon Authorized Dealer or directly from Canon. Please be advised that Canon is not responsible for any malfunction, accident, or damage related to the use of any counterfeit product.
It has also been confirmed that the radio transmission wireless shooting function incorporated into genuine Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT flashes is not incorporated into the counterfeit product. This missing feature will limit the performance of the counterfeit flash, as compared with a genuine Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT flash.
We truly appreciate your attention to this matter and thank you for being a valued Canon customer.
The following tips may help you to identify a counterfeit Speedlite 600EX-RT flash. Please note, however, that other counterfeits may display other, or additional, differences from genuine Canon products. As such, you should contact Canon using the contact information below if you have any questions about whether you are using a genuine Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT flash.
- The counterfeit product fraudulently displays the Canon logo and may fraudulently display other Canon and third party trademarks.
- The position to release the mounting foot lock lever is different.
- The position to release the mounting foot lock lever on a genuine unit is towards the left (see the green arrow), and the position to release the mounting foot lock lever on a counterfeit unit is towards the center (see the red arrow).
- The display on the Custom Function screen is different. Follow the steps in the Speedlite 600EX-RT Instruction Manual to access the Custom Function screen.
Thank you for using Canon products.
Customer Support Operations
Canon U.S.A., Inc
Storm chasing photographer captures “the most beautiful weather phenomenon”
Storm chaser and photographer Nicolaus Wegner made “Art of the Storm”, a jaw-dropping time-lapse movie about what Wegner calls “one of the most beautiful weather phenomenon” he has ever seen. Wegner’s description:
An amazing stationary supercell was produced over the Black Hills of South Dakota near Rapid City on June 1, 2015. I was fortunate enough to have the entire event unfold right in front of me over the course of several hours. Truly one of the most beautiful natural weather phenomenon I have ever witnessed.
The time-lapse was shot with 1 second intervals using a Canon EOS 5D Mark III and a wide angle lens.
Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R news and reviews round-up
- Canon 5DS R & 5DS First Shots: Production sample lab shots are now available! – Imaging Resource
- Production Canon EOS 5DS and 5DS R added to studio test scene – DPReview
- Final firmware Canon EOS 5DSR real-world samples posted – DPReview
- Canon EOS 5Ds (Fashion) Sample Images – Photography Blog
- Canon EOS 5Ds R Review – First Impressions – OMG! – Martin Bailey Photograhpy
- Canon EOS 5DS and 5DS R vs Nikon D810: 9 key differences you need to know – Digital Camera World
- Joel Santos: exploring Portugal with the EOS 5DS – Canon Professional Network
- The proof is in the pudding: the real advantage of the EOS 5DS – Canon Professional Network
- The EOS 5DS: a DSLR for fine art photographers – Canon Professional Network
- LED light painting with a BMX and the EOS 5DS – Canon Professional Network
- Taking a photo trip with Canon’s new EOS 5DS – Canon Professional Network
- The EOS 5DS: a DSLR for advertising photographers – Canon Professional Network
- Exploring the EOS 5DS: Fernando Guerra on architecture – Canon Professional Network
- Exploring the EOS 5DS: David Noton on landscapes – Canon Professional Network
- Who’s Getting in Line for the New Canon EOS 5DS or 5DS-R Cameras? – Digital Photography School
Canon EOS 5DS: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA | Canon EOS 5DS R: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Tokina AT-X 24-70mm F/2.8 PRO FX lens announced and available for preorder ($999, ships in August)
The Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX lens has been announced and is available for pre-order at B&H Photo | Adorama. Price is $999 and availability is expected in August 2015.
Specifications:
| Focal Length | 24-70mm |
| Full Frame Sensor Compatible | Yes |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Optical Construction | 15 Elements / 11 Groups |
| Coatings | Multi-layer coatings |
| Angle of View | 84.20° – 34.49° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 14.96 in. (0.38m) |
| Reproduction Ratio | 1 |
| Zooming System | Rotary Zoom |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Maximum Outer Diameter | 3.52 in. (89.6mm) |
| Dimensions | 4.23 in. (107.5mm L) x 3.52 in. (89.6mm W) |
| Weight | 35.63 oz. (1,010g) |
| Lens Hood | BH-822 Included with lens (pictured) |
Press release:
Kenko Tokina USA, Inc. is excited to announce the new Tokina AT-X 24-70mm F/2.8 PRO FX lens designed for use with Canon and Nikon full-frame sensor DSLR cameras.
Tokina’s latest addition to its family gives full-frame photographers a 24mm wide-angle to 70mm moderate telephoto lens with a fast F/2.8 aperture at an affordable price.
The new groundbreaking proprietary optical design uses three precision molded all-glass aspherical lens elements to achieve excellent contrast, sharpness, and corrects for spherical aberrations. One of these elements is very special and difficult to manufacture. G09, is made from Super-Low Dispersion (SD) glass and is a large sized aspherical element.
These lens elements also yield even illumination across the whole image sensor.
The Tokina 24-70MM lens also uses three SD (super-low Dispersion, “FK01” and FK03”) glass elements in the rear groups to control chromatic aberrations.
All these specialized lens elements work in consort to yield maximum resolution to match the 50-megapixel DSLR cameras entering the market.
The fast constant F/2.8 aperture makes viewing and auto focusing possible in very low light situations while keeping some flexibility for setting the shutter speed.
In addition to excellent optics, the lens incorporates a fast moving SDM (Silent Drive-Module) motor to greatly reduce AF noise making it one of Tokina’s quickest and quietest auto-focusing lenses to date.
Tokina’s exclusive One-touch Focus Clutch Mechanism allows the photographer to switch between AF and MF simply by snapping the focus ring forward for AF and back toward the lens mount for manual focusing. The lens is also designed to stand up to the rigors of daily use by photographers in a wide variety of shooting conditions and environments.
Canon USA Sponsors The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Canon U.S.A. Soars To New Heights As It Sponsors The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®
Colorful Balloons Create Vivid Imagery in Bright New Mexico Sky that Inspire Visitors to Capture Dreamlike Moments with Canon See Impossible
MELVILLE, N.Y., JUNE 23, 2015 – Filling Albuquerque’s skies for a picture perfect moment, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce that it is the Presenting Sponsor for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, a world-renowned attraction and destination from Oct. 3-11, 2015 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As part of the sponsorship, Canon will present the Opening Day Mass Ascension that highlights the launch of 550 colorful hot air and gas balloons. The Company will also present the spectacular Night Magic™ Glow, where balloons light up the night sky on the second Saturday of the Balloon Fiesta. To mark the beginning of this significant three-year sponsorship, a Canon See Impossible balloon will fly through the sky.
“We are thrilled to have Canon come onboard as the Presenting Sponsor. We look forward to this partnership creating exciting opportunities for our guests and community,” said Balloon Fiesta board president, Mike Rice.
As the Official Imaging Company of the Balloon Fiesta, Canon will host hands-on activities to allow attendees to experience the wide array of its photographic and printing products, and will provide educational experiences to help attendees see impossible and capture photos and videos like never before. Additionally, Canon is collaborating with the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta to present the Cindy Petrehn Memorial Photo Contest, where attendees can share and submit their favorite photographs of the luminous event.
“As one of the most photographed events in the world, being the presenting sponsor of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a natural fit for us,” said Eliott Peck, senior vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Our sponsorship is a testament to our commitment to the local Albuquerque community and our customers. Through this initiative, we want to inspire hundreds of thousands of attendees to showcase their creativity and learn how the right tools can help preserve memorable moments for years to come.”
For more information about how consumers are inspired with Canon See Impossible, visit: seeimpossible.usa.canon.com.