Canon patent for EF-M 9-17mm f/3.5-5 lens (EOS M system)
Yet another Canon patent for an EF-M lens ( system). This time we have an optical formula for an EF-M 9-17mm f/3.5-5 lens. According to the patent literature, f/5 at…
Canon patent for EF 28-560mm f/2.8-5.6 lens
Another Canon patent for an interesting optical for mule, a EF 28-560mm f/2.8-5.6 lens for full-frame sensors. That's a 20x zoom, and I can't help but have to think about some…
New speculations about Canon’s next announcement dates (EOS 5D Mark IV, 6D Mark II, M4)
Some new suggestions about Canon's next announcements surfaced on the web. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV: announcement in August 2016, Release in September/October. Canon EOS M (High end model): announcement…
Go beyond your gear acquisition syndrome
If you follow my blog you probably know that I am travelling for a couple of months. This time I left my DSLR and lenses at home and just took…
Canon ME20F-SH review by B&H Explora (the Canon camera that can see in the dark)
B&H Photo Explora posted their review and thoughts about the soon to be released Canon ME20F-SH, the full-frame camera that literally can see in the dark. While the technology featured on…
Canon patent for EF-M 55mm f/3.5 macro lens
A Canon patent for an EF-M 55mm f/3.5 macro lens for the EOS M system. Canon is working on the future of the EOS M system, and there is a…
Canon’s 250MP APS-H sensor is based on column parallel ADC technology
Do you remember the 250MP sensor Canon showed off last year? I am pretty sure the sensor is based on column parallel ADC technology. There is an interesting paper presented…
Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2015 deals round-up (continuously updated)
I will update this post as soon as new deals show up, so bookmark itt for future reference. Links to retailer's Black Friday & Cyber Monday pages: Many, many good Cyber…
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Yet another pro-level EOS M rumor (new APS-C sensor, and anything else you may wish) [CW3]
We had many rumors about a pro-level EOS M camera. Here is another one, surfacing at the right time. I've had a hard time to assign a credibility rating to…
Is the Sony A7RII ready for the pros? Matt Granger tries to answer
https://youtu.be/3peUWb-3hLo Matt Granger on YouTube posted a video where he tries to answer the question if the Sony Alpha a7RII is made for professional photographers. The answer is long, is…
Leica SL vs Canon EOS 5Ds R size comparison
Photography Blog posted a gallery of pictures with the new Leica SL full-frame mirrorless system camera side by side with the Canon EOS 5Ds R full-frame DSLR. Well, the Leica…
Mitakon 135mm f/1.4 lens (for Canon) images leaked
Images of a Mitakon Speedmaster 135mm f/1.4 lens leaked on the web. The lens will be available for Canon EF mount, and most likely also for Nikon and Sony FE mounts.…
Canon EOS M3 Underwater Housing announced (Nauticam NA-EOSM3)
Nauticam announced their underwater housing for the Canon , the Nauticam NA-EOSM3. Details and Specifications: Depth Rating: 100m Dimensions: 195mm W x 127 mm H x 104 mm D Weight: 1.09kg Model…
Our Canon EOS M3 review: a powerhouse with shortcomings
The Canon EOS M3 is the company's third mirrorless camera. And it is Canon's first serious mirrorless camera, with many features and functions that will appeal to the enthusiasts. So, how…
Off Brand: Sony Alpha a7SII announced (“out of darkness cometh light”)
Sony today announced the a7sII (along with other gear). The Sony a7sII will be available in November 2015 at $2,999 (pre-order at B&H Photo). 12.2MP Full-Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor BIONZ…
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Canon eventually getting serious with the EOS M system? [CW2]
A new rumor surfaced, again suggesting Canon will get serious about the EOS M system... next year. It's not the first time that rumors suggest a break-through EOS M camera.…
Off brand: is the Sony A7rII the most over-hyped, over-priced camera of the year?
In the last weeks I got a lot of emails, comments etc all telling me the Sony was about to annihilate Canon (and Nikon, for that matter). So I decided to have a…
Canon’s First Ultra-High-Sensitivity Multi-Purpose Camera Features ISO Equivalent Of Over 4,000,000 (and costs $30k)
Canon announced the Canon ME20F-SH, a high-end video camera with a full-frame sensor, and a nice and compact design. The new Canon camera can record at ISO 4,000,000! That's a…
Canon EOS M3 sample pics and Auto-Focus test
Above: EOS M3 AF performance Chinese site Mobile01 posted a review about the Canon EOS M3. There is a huge set of sample pics (can be viewed full size), and…
Lensbaby announce Velvet 56, a new high-end classic portrait lens
Lens baby announced Velvet 56, a 56mm f/1.6 SLR and mirrorless camera lens with 1:2 macro capabilities. The Velvet 56 retails for $499.95 and $599.95 for Velvet SE. The lenses will be…