Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 For Canon RF Mount Announced (it’s for APS-C sensor!)

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Venus Optics announced a super fast lens for a series of camera mounts, RF mount included: the Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95. But the lens is for an APS-C sensor.

Not sure what to think about the fact that there is an RF mount lens for APS-C sensors. Is it a sign that the rumored EOS R model with APS-C sensor is coming?

The Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO is currently available to purchase via Venus Optics official website and authorized resellers. The US price (ex-VAT) for Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO is $499. Pricing varies in different countries. Shipping starts from Early May for Fuji X and Sony E mount. The Nikon Z and Canon RF will be shipped from Mid May.

Venus Optics press release:

Venus Optics announce the first lens of the f/0.95 ‘Argus’ line, Laowa ‘Argus’ 33mm f/0.95 CF APO

Starts capturing chromatic aberration-free image at f/0.95

Anhui China, May 03 , 2021 – Venus Optics, the manufacturer specialized in making unique camera lenses, is proud to introduce the Laowa ‘Argus’ 33mm f/0.95 CF APO, a magnificent f/0.95 prime lens for APS-C cameras.

The ‘Argus’ name was originally from the Greek mythology and was the name of a vigilant guardian with a hundred eyes and an “all-seeing” sight. The name represents the ultra-bright f/0.95 aperture of the lenses and the exceptional image quality they deliver.

The 35mm f/0.95 is the first released lens of the much anticipated Argus line. Featuring the ultra fast f/0.95 aperture with APO design, the lens offers photographers and videographers a classic focal length for everyday shooting and a versatility to shoot at difficult lighting condition. The lens delivers exception image quality at wide-open and suppresses the chromatic aberration to the minimal. Couple with the 35mm (1.15 feet) minimum focus distance, a buttery smooth and exquisite bokeh rendering can easily be created. It also equips with multiple touches of videographer friendly features for narrative filmmaking.

Key Features of Laowa ‘Argus’ 33mm f/0.95 CF APO

• f/0.95 Ultra-fast aperture
• APO (Apochromatic Optical Design)
• 35cm closest focusing distance
• Exquisite bokeh
• Long focus throw
• Internal focus
• Low focus breathing
• Stepless aperture ring

APO (Apochromatic Optical Design)

The new Argus 33mm f/0.95 was designed to deliver impressive performance at wide-open aperture. It incorporates one Extra-low Dispersion Glass, one Aspherical Lens and three Ultra High Refraction Glass to suppress both lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberration (CA) to the minimal at all apertures in its class. It also delivers an exceptional image sharpness across
the frame.

Ultra-fast f/0.95 Aperture

The ultra-fast f/0.95 aperture adds a dreamy atmosphere to your image that no other lenses can compare. The shallow depth of field offers great versatility for selective focus and isolate the subject for a better story telling. The fast aperture also makes handheld shooting at low light situations much easier. You can now tell your story in any condition without compromising your image with higher ISO. It is perfect for everything from prestigious portraits, low light photography & videography to everyday & astrophotography.

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Canon Patent: 19mm f/2.8 Lens For Full Frame Mirrorless Camera Systems

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Here is another Canon patent for an RF mount lens. And again it is for a lens for the RF mount.

Canon patent application P2021-67826A (Japan) discusses optical formulas for a 19mm f/2.8 lens or a full frame mirrorless camera, the EOS R. The patent was spotted by Hi Lows Note.

Embodiment 1

  • Focal length: 19.50 mm
  • F number: 2.88
  • Half angle of view (degree): 47.99
  • Image Height: 21.65 mm
  • Lens length: 96.33 mm
  • Back focus: 18.34 mm

Embodiment 5

  • Focal length: 19.29 mm
  • F number: 2.86
  • Half angle of view (degree): 48.30
  • Image Height: 21.65 mm
  • Lens length: 96.59 mm
  • Back focus: 18.43 mm

Canon Patent: 20mm f/1.8 And 23mm f/1.8 Lenses For The RF Mount

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And here is yet another Canon patent discussing optical formulas for lenses for the EOS R full frame mirrorless system.

Canon patent application P2021-71624A (Japan) discusses optical designs for a 20mm f/1.8 lens and a 23mm f/1.8 lens for full frame mirrorless systems. That’s the RF mount. The patent was spotted by Hi Lows Note.

Embodiment 1: RF 23mm f/1.8

  • Focal length 23.40 mm
  • F number 1.85
  • Half angle of view (degree) 42.76
  • Image height 21.64 mm
  • Lens length 89.32 mm
  • BF 11.72 mm

Embodiment 2: RF 23mm f/1.8

  • Focal length 23.28 mm
  • F number 1.85
  • Half angle of view (degree) 42.90
  • Image height 21.64 mm
  • Lens length 93.32 mm
  • BF 12.72 mm

Embodiment 3: RF 20mm f/1.8

  • Focal length 20.60 mm
  • F number 1.85
  • Half angle of view (degree) 46.40
  • Image height 21.64mm
  • Lens length 88.73 mm
  • BF 11.72 mm

More Canon patents are listed here. Some particularly interesting patent applications we think might get into production are these:

Canon EOS RP Review – Still A Valuable Camera In 2021

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The less expensive of Canon’s full frame mirrorless cameras gets little attention nowadays. Here is a Canon EOS RP review, and why it is still a valuable and capable camera.

At a glance:

  • 26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K and Full HD 1080 Video
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3″ 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4779 AF Points
  • ISO 100-40000, Up to 5 fps Shooting
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity

Jacek Sopotnicki posted a Canon EOS RP review that looks at the value this camera has in 2021. And we agree: there is plenty. The Canon EOS RP was announced in February 2019. Not even that old, but I guess two years are a lot in MILC world.

The Canon EOS RP starts at $999. More Canon EOS RP review stuff is listed here.

Canon EOS RP: [shopcountry 54789]

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Canon Might Announce 2 Tilt-shift Lenses (with AF) Along With A High Res EOS R Model

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New rumor has it that Canon is set to announce two tilt-shift lenses with auto-focus for the RF mount and a high resolution EOS R model.

Canon Rumors reports that Canon will announce two tilt-shift lenses for the RF mount. These would be the first tilt-shift lenses with autofocus: Canon TS-R 14mm f/4L and Canon TS-R 24mm f/3.5L. No other specifications about these lenses nor do we have a clear announcement schedule. However, we think it is safe to assume Canon will indeed release these lenses, maybe towards the end of 2021 or beginning of 2022.

As for the high resolution EOS R we already know that it is coming. Indeed, such a camera is rumored since a while. Latest rumor suggests a sensor resolution of more than 100MP, previous rumors suggested a resolution between 80MP and 90MP. It’s not clear if we can expect the high resolution EOS R in 2021.

Stay tuned.

Full Frame Outperforms Medium Format: Canon EOS R5 & 85mm f/1.2L vs Hasselblad 80mm f/1.9

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Once more the Canon EOS R5 shows how innovative Canon’s latest imaging sensors are. The R5 full frame sensor paired with some of Canon’s best RF mount glass outperforms a medium format system.

The folks at Sonder Creative compares the Canon EOS R5 with the RF 85mm f/1.2L lens to the Hasselblad X1D II with the XCD 80mm f/1.9. Well, it seems the full frame EOS R5 outperforms the medium format Hasselblad X1D II.

More Canon EOS R5 review stuff is listed here, for EOS R6 review stuff see here. The EOS R5 is highly regarded as a stills camera. In particular, the EOS R5 autofocus system seems to be huge leap forwards. User manual are available for download for the EOS R5 and the EOS R6.

Canon EOS R5: [shoplist 62744]

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