More bits about the EOS-1D X Mark II surface on the web. Canon Rumors writes:
We’re told that the sensor currently being tested in the EOS-1D X Mark II is 25mp. The sensor will be manufactured by Canon, so any third party manufacturing rumors can be quashed before they start.
This source is also confirming the likelihood of a new pair of DIGIC processors to handle the added resolution and maintain the frame rate of the current EOS-1D X.
Not very much, and I would take it with a big grain of salt.
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I have been told (thanks) that Canon is working on a replacement for the EF-M 18-55mm IS STM lens. The new 18-55mm should be smaller, at least when not used thanks to a retractive design (as the EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM has). IS and STM obviously on board. No word about aperture but I guess it will hardly be different from f/3-5-5.6. The new EF-M 18-55mm should also be lighter than the current one. The source said the new 18-55mm IS STM will be announced in Fall 2015.
The EF-M 18-55mm lens was released with the first EOS M. It can’t be said this is an old lens. However, compared to what other manufacturers make, the 18-55mm may look somewhat outdated. A smaller and lighter lens with the same zoom range would for sure be appreciated by many EOS M system owners.
I rate the rumor CW2 since it comes from a new source, though I am almost tempted to give it a CW3. For the following reason: Canon is heavily pushing the EOS M3 bundled as a kit, in Europe you can get the M3 only as a kit with the EF-M 18-55mm IS STM lens. Doesn’t that look like someone wants to empty stocks?
What Digital Camera posted their review of the Canon EOS M3. In the conclusion:
There’s no denying that the EOS M3 is a huge improvement on the original EOS M1. To begin with it’s compact and impressively well made, with a control layout that makes it a pleasure to use.
[…] The camera’s autofocus speed is a huge improvement on its predecessor, although it does still lag some way behind notable competitors.
Image quality is also improved, with the new sensor delivering some impressive results including a huge amount of detail and low noise at lower ISO settings.
There are areas in which the new camera is still lacking, however. Notably, the relatively slow burst mode and small buffer make the M3 feel a bit dated […]
The EOS M3 is not on sale in the US, and is available in Europe only as kit with the EF-M 18-55mm IS STM lens (Amazon Italy, Amazon Germany, Amazon UK). You can order the M3 also at DigitalRev (ships internationally). DigitalRev’s price at checkout is inclusive of all taxes and customs for customers from Asia and the EU (and possibly a better price than Amazon), for customers from the US, taxes depend by the state. Detailed M3 specification can be read here.
Specs:
24.2 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
Hybrid CMOS AF III
Powerful DIGIC 6 processing
3.0 inch (1040k) ClearView II Tilt Touchscreen
49 Point AF & 4.2 fps continuous shooting
Scene Intelligent Auto
Stunning 1080p movies at 24, 25 and 30 fps
Creative Assist
Wi-Fi, Dynamic NFC, remote control and sharing
A round-up of hands-on and previews after the break.
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