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Canon Announces Speedlite EL-1 Flash (updated interface, new creative options)

October 14, 2020
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Canon announced the Canon Speedlite EL-1 flash.

Preorder are available starting at $1,099 at B&H Photo | Adorama

Worlwide preorder:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Canon press release:

Photographers: Expand Your Creativity and Versatility to Another Dimension with New Speedlite EL-1

MELVILLE, NY, October 14, 2020 – As a photographer, the equipment you invest in needs to measure up to the standards you set forth as a creator. In the true spirit of exemplary creativity, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the Speedlite EL-1. This new generation professional speedlight provides higher performance and reliability unlike ever before, in comparison to previous models, with a new rechargeable Li-ion battery and newly designed user-friendly interface.

“As an extended form of expression, we understand that integrating a flash into your photography is an art form, and having the right equipment to meet your artistic demands is imperative to client service,” said Tatsuro “Tony” Kano, executive vice president and general manager of the Canon U.S.A., Inc. Imaging Technologies & Communications Group. “We’re excited to bring the Speedlite EL-1 into our product catalog which continues to offer photographers, who are experts in their field, the right high-quality professional imaging tools of the trade.”

The Canon Speedlite EL-1 works seamlessly with EOS cameras and is ideal for any photographer who works in portrait, still-life, wedding or in-studio photography. It’s also a resourceful tool for those photographers who work for news agencies, red carpet events or entertainment reporters. Its durability and reliability are at the core of the newest features, which include:

A powerful rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack providing high speed recycle and increase in number of flashes while utilizing the Canon LC-E6 battery charger
An increased continuous firing number of approximately 170 thanks to a new active cooling system
Wireless second-curtain sync
New joystick, FE one-touch memory, LED modeling lamp and user interface display design
A high-durability Xenon glass flash tube to provide higher accuracy and durability of the flash head

Additionally, the Speedlite EL-1 provides an expanded power range for versatility of exposure with “micro flash” minimum flash output as low as 1/8192 power, a zoom flash head that covers a wide focal length range of 24-200mm, bounce angle expanded to 120° and the same level of weather-sealing comparable with the EOS-1D camera series. Also included are two color filters and a bounce adapter for additional lighting control making the EL-1 a strong addition to the evolving catalog of Canon Speedlite flashes.

Pricing and Availability
The Canon Speedlite EL-1 is scheduled to be available for in-store purchase in February 2021 at an estimated retail price of $1,099.00*.

For more information, and the full list of product specifications, visit https://shop.usa.canon.com.

Here Is The Canon PowerShot Zoom, Company’s First-Ever, Compact Telephoto Monocular

October 14, 2020
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Canon released the PowerShot Zoom, a compact telephoto monocular (camera). Looks like a cool gadget.

Preorders for the Canon PowerShot Zoom are live and start at $299 at B&H Photo | Adorama

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Canon IT, WEX Photographic, Canon FR, Canon UK, Canon DE

Press release:

Canon Deputs The Company’s First-Ever, Compact Telephoto Monocular, The PowerShot ZOOM

MELVILLE, NY, October 14, 2020 – Hiking, birdwatching and nature gazing, consumers are embracing the beauty of the outdoors this season and beyond. With this in mind, it is important to have a convenient and intuitive imaging tool to explore the world. Developed to showcase an impressive telephoto reach in a user friendly, compact design, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today launches the PowerShot ZOOM, the company’s first telephoto monocular.

The lightweight telephoto monocular sports 100mm, 400mm and 800mm telephoto viewing capability¹ with a one-touch switch, and is equipped with impressive instant zoom capability to help users view distant subjects. Additionally, the monocular can capture images and videos to a micro SD card, and by pairing it with a compatible smart device² and the Canon Camera Connect app³, these files can easily be downloaded. This pairing feature transforms the PowerShot ZOOM monocular into a friendly companion to compatible smartphones for viewing and capturing super-telephoto scenes.

“In today’s ever-changing world, consumers are looking for intuitive and portable imaging tools to view telephoto scenes up close and with ease,” said Tatsuro “Tony” Kano, executive vice president and general manager of the Imaging Technologies & Communications Group of Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Built for those users who enjoy outdoor activities, the PowerShot ZOOM monocular delivers a small, compact viewer with a long focal length. We are eager to see how consumers use this tool and the convenience it will add to their daily lives.”

In addition to its zoom capability, compact size and ability to pair with compatible smartphones, the PowerShot ZOOM telephoto monocular also features:

Auto focus when viewing through the electronic viewfinder (EVF) and recording images and video with face tracking
Optical Image Stabilization for shake correction
0.39 inches, 2.36 million dots EVF
12-megapixel still-image capture
Full HD video capture up to 30p (29.97)
Wi-Fi^®, Bluetooth^® connection with the Canon Camera Connect app and use of compatible mobile devices²
Live view and download of photos and videos with the use of the Canon Camera Connect app³
USB C terminal for charging and supplying power
Micro SD memory card slot

Price & Availability
Available in white, the Canon PowerShot ZOOM compact telephoto monocular is scheduled to be available in late November 2020 for an estimated retail price of $299.99*. For more information, please visit usa.canon.com.

Nikon Z 6 Mark II And Nikon Z 7 II Images Leak Ahead Of Announcement

October 13, 2020
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Nikon will soon announce the replacements for the Nikon Z 6 and Nikon Z 7, Nikon’s full frame mirrorless cameras.

Images of the Nikon Z 6 Mark II and Nikon Z 7 Mark II leaked over the web.

This is the Nikon Z 6 Mark II:

And this is the Nikon Z 7 Mark II:

Canon Speedlite EL-1 Specifications Leak Ahead Of Announcement

October 13, 2020
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After the Canon EOS M50Mark II product brochure leak, here is the Canon Speedlite EL-1 product brochure leak.

Marketing material for the upcoming Canon Speedlite EL-1 leaked over the web. Please note that the text below is machine translated.

Stabilization of light emission amount and improvement of continuous light emission performance

By adopting a newly developed highly durable xenon tube, it suppresses variations in the amount of light emitted and realizes stable light emission.
Equipped with a newly developed active cooling system that uses a blower fan and glass panel. Circulating air inside the strobe
Suppresses the temperature rise of the heat spot. Heat resistance is improved by combining with a highly durable xenon tube, and the number of continuous light emission is about 160 times.

Minimal emission of 1/8192

By adopting a newly developed xenon tube and improving the accuracy of light emission control, stable minute light emission of at least 1/8192 is realized during manual light emission.
The setting range for manual flash has been expanded from 1/128 to 1/8192, expanding the range of use for high-sensitivity shooting. Handheld strobe
It enables new shooting expressions in scenes that require delicate light, such as when shooting portraits against a starry sky with ultra-high sensitivity.

Comfortable strobe shooting with the adoption of a new lithium-ion battery

By adopting a large-capacity lithium-ion battery LP-EL capable of discharging a large current and newly designing a charging circuit, strobe charging is completed after light emission.
Achieves high-speed charging with a charging time of approximately 0.1 to 0.9 seconds. Speedlite EL-1 alone, “Speedlite 600EX II RT” and external power supply
Faster charging is possible than when using the combination of the battery pack “CP-E4N”.
Achieves 1/1 light emission of about 335 times when fully charged. It can also be used for mass shooting over a long period of time. Compact battery pack “CP-E4N”
By using in combination with, it achieves about 680 times of light emission at 1/1 light emission.
For the first time as a Canon external strobe, it supports battery level display. Easy-to-understand battery replacement timing, battery
Exchange can be done efficiently.
Adopts the same battery charger “LC-E6” as cameras such as “EOS R5”.

Full basic performance and excellent operability

Achieves a large amount of light emission with a maximum guide number of approximately 60. In addition, the strobe light irradiation angle corresponds to the focal length of the lens, 24-200 mm. Built-in wide
By using a panel, it also supports the shooting angle of view of an ultra-wide-angle lens with a focal length of 14 mm. Also, is the upward bounce angle 90 ° in the conventional way?
Expanded to 120 °.
Adopts a dust-proof and drip-proof structure while being equipped with an active cooling system that suppresses temperature rise. Sealing on the mating surfaces of exterior parts
Maintains airtightness by applying. Packing and rubber materials are used for the battery compartment lid and terminal cover, and the mounting legs are “dust-proof and drip-proof.”
Equipped with an “adapter”, it can be attached to a compatible camera to prevent water droplets and dust from entering the strobe contact area.
Wireless strobe photography via radio wave communication and optical communication is possible. Supports both sender and receiver functions. Away from the strobe and camera
It is possible to produce various lights with an off-camera by arranging it in a position and shooting. -Radio communication The rear curtain can be synchronized during wireless shooting.
By installing a modeling lamp with two-color LEDs, lighting is possible while imagining the color and direction of light before shooting.
When the light emission mode is switched from E-TTL automatic light control to manual light emission, shooting can be continued with the light emission amount memorized by automatic light control.
Equipped with “Molly”.
Intuitive operability is realized by adopting a joystick.
The bounce adapter diffuses the strobe light to suppress the shadow of the subject and achieve a more natural depiction.
By attaching a color filter, you can change the white balance of both the subject and the background.
By assigning “Strobe function setting” to the camera button in “Button customization” of the camera, the strobe setting can be changed to the camera.
Can be changed to enable efficient shooting.

We expect Canon to announced the Canon Speedlite EL-1 in a few days along with the EOS M50 Mark II.

[viai Nokishita]

Canon EOS M50 Mark II Product Brochure Text Leaks

October 13, 2020
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A few days ahead of the announcement, the text of a Canon EOS M50 Mark II brochure leaked over the web.

We post the text below. Please be aware that the text is machine translated from the Japanese original. The machine translation is terrible.

Despite being an entry model, high-quality still image / video shooting is possible

Equipped with a video engine DIGIC 8 and APS-C size-A CMOS sensor with approximately 24.1 million pixels, you can easily enjoy shooting high-quality still images and videos.
Achieves high-definition 4K video recording. Save any 1 frame as a JPEG image of approximately 8.3 million pixels (3840 x 2160) “4K frame cutting”

Equipped with a “digital lens optimizer” that corrects lens aberrations, etc., and can be applied during shooting. PC software “Digital Photo”
High-quality shooting is possible by correcting optical aberrations caused by shooting lenses without going through “Professional”.
Comfortable portrait photography with high-speed, high-precision AF performance
By installing “Dual Pixel CMOS AF” in which each pixel has both imaging and phase-difference AF functions, AF tracking can be performed at a maximum of approximately 7.4 frames / sec.
High-speed continuous shooting of up to about 10 frames / sec is possible at a fixed speed.
The high-speed image processing of the video engine DIGIC 8 enables quick focusing by phase-difference AF and smooth focus tracking for moving subjects.
Can. When the corresponding interchangeable lens is attached, a distance measurement area of about 88% (horizontal) x about 100% (vertical) of the screen is realized. Maximum 143 when AF area is automatically selected
Achieves high-speed, high-precision focusing in the divided ranging area.
“Eye detection” that detects the pupil of the subject and focuses on it can now be used during servo AF / video servo AF, and for moving people

Compared to the conventional model “EOS Kiss M”, the performance of “pupil detection” has been improved, and not only the composition of the bust shot but also the whole body of the subject is captured.
It is possible to detect the pupil even in the figure.
By improving the display speed of the AF frame, the AF frame follows the movement of the subject smoothly. Also, only the pupil is in the AF frame

Equipped with “Spot 1-point AF” that focuses on an AF frame that is even smaller than “1-point AF”. It can also be used during servo AF
It is possible to focus on a small moving subject.
Comfortable operability that is familiar to camera beginners
Equipped with a vari-angle LCD monitor that can shoot from various angles. It also supports touch operations, and still images using a monitor.
Ensures high practicality such as operability in movie shooting and freedom of shooting angle.
Built-in high-definition EVF with a field of view of approximately 100% that uses an organic EL panel with approximately 2.36 million dots. Ensures high resolution up to the periphery.
Equipped with the first “tap subject selection” function for Canon interchangeable lens cameras. Targeting the face / pupil displayed in the EVF
You can easily switch the position of the AF frame by tapping the LCD monitor.
Communication performance that supports comfortable shooting
Supports Wi-Fi / Bluetooth (R) connection to mobile terminals such as smartphones. By setting pairing first, use the camera and smartphone
Sometimes you can connect automatically via Bluetooth.
Equipped with an image transfer function from the camera to “image.canon”. Cloud platform “image.canon” for still images and videos without worrying about capacity
It is possible to transfer to via Wi-Fi. Transferred still images are sent to “Google Photos” and “Adobe Creative Cloud” via “image.canon”.
Can be transferred to (Membership Plan).
Compatible with the automatic image transmission application “Image Transfer Utility 2” to a PC. Self-images and videos to the paired running PC
Dynamic transmission is possible. Furthermore, by registering in “image.canon”, images sent to a PC can be automatically transferred to the cloud.
Video performance that expands the enjoyment
By using the “Add vertical location information” function, even videos shot in the vertical position by the camera can be automatically played back in the vertical position on a smartphone or PC * 1.
Smooth video posting to SNS such as Instagram and YouTube is possible.

If you have set the disclosure range and events in advance from your smartphone or PC, you can simply connect to Wi-Fi without preparing a distribution unit.

Live distribution on YouTube is possible only with the camera itself.

Supports high frame rate video recording in HD / 120p. A momentary event can be played back slowly and smoothly.

All Canon EOS M50 Mark II rumors are listed here.

[via Nokishita]