Chuck Westfall About the Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R (no DR improvement over 5D3, sensor is made by Canon)

The video above is an interview DPReview conducted with Canon’s Chuck Westfall, the talk is about the new Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R. In the interview Mr. Westfall says the 5DS and 5DS R have no improvement in dynamic range over the EOS 5D Mark III.

There is more. Chuck Westfall was also interviewed by the folks at Shutterbug. With the EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R…

[Canon is] actually competing against the medium format camera backs but in the 35mm format this is much smaller, more compact and with a greater access to lenses

Asked who made the sensor in Canon’s high resolution DSLRs:

Westfall said the 50.6MP CMOS sensors in the 5DS and 5DS R are developed and produced by Canon. When asked whether they were created in collaboration with Sony as some rumors indicated, Westfall responded by saying: “Absolutely not. The sensors were developed completely in-house, by Canon

This should put an end to the rumor suggesting Canon may use sensors manufactured by Sony on their future DSLR.

Here are the first previews and hands-on (and some technical introduction) of the world’s highest resolution full-frame DSLR, Canon’s new EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R, and products promo videos of Canon’s new megapixel champion (official announcement, first impression, hands-on videos, and more).

Canon Japan’s EOS 5DS image and video samples and EOS 5DS R image samples. More hands-on: EOS 5DS and 5DS R preview at Photography Blog, hands-on and sample pics at ephotozine, preview at DPReview, CPN Europe Article, The Digital Picture. A tip about which lenses are best for the EOS 5DS at The Phoblographer. A more technical and in-depth article by CPN. First impression from the videographer’s point of view at EOSHD. Fotosidan interview with Mike Burnhill at CPS, Canon Europe to talk about the upcoming, high resolution Canon Eos 5Ds and 5Ds R (12min video)

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Canon Rebel T6i and T6s Hands-On and First Impression Reviews

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The new Rebels (announcement). The Rebel T6s and Rebel T6i are scheduled to be available at the end of April 2015.


DPReview’s hands-on review. From their first impression:

Personally I’d spring for the pricier T6s. Although the core of its specification is the same as the cheaper Rebel, I like having an LCD display on the top, and I’m used to twin control dials from Canon’s higher-end cameras. I don’t shoot much video, but when I do it’s mostly spontaneous ‘grab shots’ and I dislike fussing with manual focus.

Whatever your personal preferences, it’s certainly true that on paper at least, both of these new Rebels are much more convincing competition for the likes of Nikon’s new D5500 and an increasingly capable crop of sub-$1000 enthusiast mirrorless cameras. It remains to be seen whether the new Canon 24MP can match the excellent Sony 24MP sensor in the a6000 and Nikon D5500 in terms of dynamic range, but we’d expect it to be competitive in terms of detail capture and most likely high ISO performance, too. And assuming we’re right about this, that’s great news.

Come and See how German travel blogger and photographer Nina, from Smaracuja.de, uses the Canon EOS 760D DSLR to shoot and, using the camera’s connectivity, share, her fabulous photographs with her followers.


Come and See how Hybrid CMOS AF III on the Canon EOS 750D helps Alice Pasquini make sure she gets the clearest and sharpest images in her movies.


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EOS 8000D EOS MOVIE「Pastry Chef」

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Canon EOS 5DS and 5DS R Hands-on and Promo Videos – Updated with more videos and links


Low light performance, billboard-ready ultra-high resolution and super crisp images: impossible? Not with our brand new 50.6 megapixel full frame DSLR cameras: the Canon EOS 5Ds and 5DsR.

NOTE: click here for an overview of all the products Canon announced today.

Here the first previews and hands-on (and some technical introduction) of the world’s highest resolution full-frame DSLR, Canon’s new EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R, and products promo videos of Canon’s new megapixel champion (official announcement).

Pre-orders. Note: pre-orders are not yet open. Sign up to be notified when Adorama starts accepting pre-orders, or check the links below.

Canon Japan’s EOS 5DS image and video samples and EOS 5DS R image samples. More hands-on: EOS 5DS and 5DS R preview at Photography Blog, hands-on and sample pics at ephotozine, preview at DPReview, CPN Europe Article, The Digital Picture. A tip about which lenses are best for the EOS 5DS at The Phoblographer. A more technical and in-depth article by CPN. First impression from the videographer’s point of view at EOSHD. Fotosidan interview with Mike Burnhill at CPS, Canon Europe to talk about the upcoming, high resolution Canon Eos 5Ds and 5Ds R (12min video)

Excerpts from DPReview‘s first impression:

As far as dynamic range is concerned, we’re told that the new 5DS and 5DS R should give the same performance as the current EOS 5D Mark III. If true, this means that the new cameras won’t be able to offer the same industry-leading dynamic range of Sony’s current APS-C and full-frame sensors, but at least it isn’t a step backwards. And hey – 50MP!

[…] Without a doubt, the headline specification of both the EOS 5DS and 5DS R is their incredible pixel count, but characteristically, Canon hasn’t skimped on useful core features. No doubt learning from both Sony and Nikon’s early missteps, Canon has implemented new mirror lockup options with variable exposure delays between 1/8 and 2 seconds in normal OVF shooting mode.

our first impressions are pretty positive. Without a doubt, most photographers don’t need 50MP (nor 36MP or 24MP for that matter) but some do, and this places the 5DS (and especially the 5DS R) firmly in medium-format territory for studio and wedding photographers.


Setting a new benchmark for full-frame cameras, the Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R combine fast, instinctive DSLR handling with the newly-developed 50.6MP CMOS sensor – for the ultimate DSLR image quality.

Eberhard Schuy, Canon Explorer, specialises in advertising and industrial photography and shares his experience of working with the new Canon EOS 5DS – an ultra high resolution full frame DSLR.

Five Canon Explorers share their first impressions of the new Canon EOS 5DS – our ultra high resolution full frame DSLR.

DPReview’s first impression about the EOS 5DS and 5DS R


Illustration of the motor-driven mirror mechanism (editors note: the original video description says “in the Canon EOS 7D Mark III“). Canon already working on a replacement for the just announced [shoplink 22664]EOS 7D Mark II[/shoplink]? :-)

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All The Products Canon Announced Today (links, information and pre-order)

A round-up of the products Canon announced today.

All new Canon products are listed at Adorama.

 

The EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R (announcement, videos & more). The EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R Digital SLR cameras are scheduled to be available in June 2015 for estimated retail prices of $3,699 and $3,899 for the body only, respectively.

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Canon Japan’s EOS 5DS image and video samples and EOS 5DS R image samples. More hands-on: EOS 5DS and 5DS R preview at Photography Blog, hands-on and sample pics at ephotozine, preview at DPReview, CPN Europe Article, The Digital Picture. A tip about which lenses are best for the EOS 5DS at The Phoblographer. A more technical and in-depth article by CPN. First impression from the videographer’s point of view at EOSHD. Fotosidan interview with Mike Burnhill at CPS, Canon Europe to talk about the upcoming, high resolution Canon Eos 5Ds and 5Ds R (12min video)

All EOS 5DS and 5DS R previews and hands-on reviews are listed and updated here.

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The new Powershots (announcement). The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera is scheduled to be available in April 2015 in black and silver, The PowerShot SX410 IS camera is scheduled to be available in March 2015 in red or black.

  • Canon PowerShot Elph 350HS – Black – $209 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot Elph 350HS – Silver – $209 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot SX410 IS – Black – $279 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot SX410 IS – Red – $279 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo

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The new Rebels (announcement, first impressions, videos). The Rebel T6s and Rebel T6i are scheduled to be available at the end of April 2015.

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EF 11-24mm f/4L lens (announcement & more). The Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L is scheduled to be available in late February 2015 for an estimated retail price of $2,999, pre-order link: Amazon | Adorama | DigitalRev | B&H Photo. 

Sample pics at ephotozine, product images at Photography Blog and DPReview. David Norton on the EF 11-24mm f/4L. Sample pics at Canon UK.

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Canon EOS M3 mirrorless camera (announcement & more). The EOS M3 will not be available in the US. The EOS M3 will be available from April 2015 with a RSP of £599.99/€769.99. Hands-on at Dpreview, Amateur Photographer, specification sheet. Sample pics here (scroll down). More EOS M3 videos and links here.

Pre-order at DigitalRev.

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Canon Powershot G3 X (announcement).

Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and PowerShot ELPH 350 HS Officially Announced

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The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera is scheduled to be available in April 2015 in black and silver, The PowerShot SX410 IS camera is scheduled to be available in March 2015 in red or black.

Pre-order links:

  • Canon PowerShot Elph 350HS – Black – $209 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot Elph 350HS – Silver – $209 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot SX410 IS – Black – $279 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo
  • Canon PowerShot SX410 IS – Red – $279 – Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo

The New PowerShot SX410 IS and PowerShot ELPH 350 HS Cameras with Upgraded Features Help Users Enhance Their Photographic Abilities

The PowerShot SX410 IS Digital Camera Features a Compact Body with an Impressive 40x Optical Zoom Lens, while the Stylish PowerShot ELPH 350 HS Offers a 20.2 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC Capabilities

MELVILLE, N.Y., February 5, 2015 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the new PowerShot SX410 IS and PowerShot ELPH 350 HSi compact digital cameras. Weighing just .4 ounces more and measuring only .2 inches longer than its predecessor, the PowerShot SX410 IS camera boasts an upgraded 40x optical zoom range (equivalent to 24-960mm), making it a convenient choice for users who want to combine portability and telephoto reach into one powerful digital camera. The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS is a high performance stylish compact digital camera with a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 25-300mm) and an impressive 20.2 megapixelii CMOS sensor, with built-in Wi-Fi® and Near Field Communications (NFC) capabilities.

“At Canon U.S.A. we aim to make capturing images and video as easy as possible for photo enthusiasts,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “With the introduction of the PowerShot SX410 IS and the PowerShot ELPH 350 HS, users will find improved imaging features in compact camera bodies, making either camera model a convenient choice for those passionate about photography at almost any level or budget.”

The PowerShot SX410 IS Digital Camera

The PowerShot SX410 IS Digital Camera is the latest super zoom camera to be added to Canon’s SX-series lineup. With a 40x optical zoom range, an Intelligent IS image stabilization system and a 20 Megapixelii CCD sensor, the PowerShot SX410 IS camera gives users the features they need to capture every photographic moment in high resolution. The lens and sensor provide powerful performance in a very compact and portable body – weighing less than 11.5 ounces and measuring just 2.72 inches high and 3.35 inches deep from the rear LCD screen to the front of the lens.

The PowerShot SX410 IS camera is always ready for action with a dedicated movie button to easily start and stop recording 720p HD video. Additionally, the PowerShot SX410 IS camera can capture tight close-up shots of subjects from far distances through the use of the camera’s full 40x zoom range. The camera is also outfitted with ECO mode to help extend battery life allowing more photos to be taken over a longer period of time.

The camera’s Smart AUTO mode sets the ideal image quality settings by intelligently selecting from 32 pre-defined scene modes for still shots and 21 scene modes for video. Users can further expand their artistic abilities right from the camera with Creative Filters such as Fisheye Effect, Toy Camera Effect and Monochrome. Fisheye Effect gives images a panoramic look and feel, Toy Camera Effect adds a grainy look to soften photos, illustrating a vintage appearance and with Monochrome mode, photos can either have black-and-white, blue or sepia tones, to display a more classic appearance.

The PowerShot SX410 IS camera is scheduled to be available in March 2015 in red or black for an estimated retail price of $279.99.

The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS

Building on the PowerShot ELPH series’ “Circle in a Box” design and the heritage as one of the leaders in digital camera market share, the new PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera offers users high performance that is perfect for everyday use. Featuring a 12x optical zoom lens and a high-resolution 20.2 Megapixeli CMOS sensor, the new PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera is capable of capturing sharp images with the superb quality. With Intelligent IS to help optimize image stabilization, a built-in flash and ample low light sensitivity up to ISO 3200, users can create images that are sharp and virtually shake-free in a wide range of shooting conditions both indoors and out.

The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS digital camera is equipped with built-in Wi-Fi, allowing for wireless transferring of images and video to compatible mobile devicesiii, Wi-Fi enabled computers and select social networking sites, making it easy to share images anytime or anywhere. The built-in Wi-Fi allows users to wirelessly print their images to any compatible Canon printer, like the PIXMA MG7520. Users can also shoot remotely via Wi-Fi using a compatible smartphone or tablet and the free Canon Camera Connect appiv, so everyone can be included in group photos. With its built-in NFC feature, the PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera can quickly pair to compatible Android devicesv, as well as to the recently announced Canon Connect Station CS100 photo/video storage and sharing device.

When photographing people, users can enable the Auto Zoom feature that allows the camera to identify the primary subject and immediately focus and frame it for a perfect shot. With Canon’s Creative Shot mode, Smart AUTO technology and Hybrid AUTO for simultaneous still and video capture, users have the ability to capture creative images with ease. Photographers can also capture moving subjects in crisp, smooth 1080p Full HD video quickly and simply by pressing the camera’s dedicated movie button. And the camera has a large 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 461,000 dots, perfect for quick and clear preview and review of images and video.

The PowerShot ELPH 350 HS camera is scheduled to be available in April 2015 in black and silver for an estimated retail price of $209.99.

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Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L Officially Announced

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The Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L is scheduled to be available in late February 2015 for an estimated retail price of $2,999, pre-order link: Adorama | B&H Photo.

Sample pics at ephotozine, product images at Photography Blog and DPReview. David Norton on the EF 11-24mm f/4L.

Press release:

Canon U.S.A. Announces New EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lens

New Optical Array Delivers Images with Tremendous Depth and Linear Perspective

MELVILLE, N.Y., February 5, 2015 – Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to introduce the superb new Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM ultra wide-angle zoom lens designed to deliver high quality, minimally distorted images throughout the entire zoom range. Featuring the widest angle of view (126°05′ diagonal) ever achieved for a rectilinear full-frame Digital SLR lens*, and a minimum focusing distance of 11 inches (at 24mm), this new lens is ideal for professionals who want the ultimate in creative image expression with sharp, crisp detail whether shooting entire buildings from a close position, entire stadium shots from a high-vantage point, large group photos at a scenic wedding or even astrophotography. Cinematographers will be equally as impressed with the lens’ ability to retain straight lines.

Fully compatible with all EOS cameras, but particularly effective with full-frame cameras such as the new Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R Digital SLR cameras also announced today, this new L-series lens features newly developed optics comprised of 16 elements in 11 groups with a three group zoom system and rear focus. The new optical design utilizes four aspherical lens elements to help minimize distortion from the center of the image to the periphery, across the entire zoom range. This new optical array provides straight lines with minimal curve throughout the zoom range, ideal for architectural, event, and forensic photography. The lens also features one Super UD element and one UD lens element to help significantly reduce chromatic aberration and deliver sharp images with high resolution. Canon’s advanced lens coating technologies are also liberally employed to help minimize ghosting and flare, while simultaneously enhancing accurate color balance and maximum light transmission efficiency.

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“Canon is very proud of its optical heritage. The creation of this new lens continues our tradition of providing photographers with unique image-making solutions that are not only thoughtfully designed but precisely engineered and manufactured,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO of Canon U.S.A., Inc. “The new Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM ultra wide-angle zoom lens features newly developed optics and an unprecedented combination of Canon optical technologies. We are very eager to see the beautiful images that photographers will create using this new lens with Canon EOS DSLR and Cinema EOS cameras.”

The new Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens’ impressive 11mm starting focal length and 9-blade circular aperture help deliver beautiful, high-quality, detailed images. The new lens accurately reproduces straight lines in the subject with minimal distortion, ideal for architectural and landscape photographers looking to create images with tremendous depth and strong perspective.

Wide-angle lenses are especially prone to flare and ghosting. To help reduce these effects, the new Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens features Canon’s proprietary Sub-Wavelength Structure Coating (SWC) and Air Sphere Coating (ASC). SWC is applied to the rear surface of the first and second aspheric lens elements, while ASC is used on the front of the fourth element. The SWC coatings are particularly effective for combatting flare and ghosting caused by light rays entering the lens at a large angle of incidence, while the ASC coating helps mitigate the same problems for light rays entering the center of the lens. The new lens also employs Canon’s Super Spectra Coating (SSC) to enhance light transmission while at the same time optimizing color reproduction accuracy.

The Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens features a meticulously designed inner focusing system and zoom ring, as well as a built-in petal type lens hood with light-shielding grooves. Along with a high-speed CPU and optimized AF algorithms, this lens enables fast and accurate autofocusing, while its full-time manual focus feature allows manual focus adjustment even in AF mode. As with all L-series lenses, this durable new lens is highly resistant to dust and water – ideal for outdoor photography even when conditions are harsh. In addition, a fluorine coating on the front and rear surfaces of the lens helps reduce smears and fingerprints and makes the lens easier to clean.

Pricing and Availability

The Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM ultra wide-angle zoom lens joins the robust line up of Canon f/4L USM zoom lenses including 16-35mm, 17-40mm, 24-70mm, 24-105mm, 70-200mm, and 200-400mm + 1.4X Extender models. It is scheduled to be available in late February 2015 for an estimated retail price of $2,999.00. For more information please visit: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/lenses/ef_lens_lineup/lens_uw_pro

 

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