Canon Execs Interview At CP+ 2023 (“we continue to support and intend to continue the M system”)

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Soon to be defunct DPReview interviewed a bunch of Canon executives at CP+ 2023. Here is what the had to say.

DPReview “met with senior executives from Canon to get their thoughts on the state of the camera industry, gain insight into the future of eye-controlled autofocus, and find out what’s in store for the EF-M system“. Here are some excerpts.

How is the transition from DSLR to mirrorless cameras progressing? Has the adoption rate of RF-mount cameras and lenses met Canon’s expectations?

We’re seeing a similar trend to the worldwide market: the percentage of mirrorless cameras is increasing and it’s doing so with our products as well. When we look into this, we still see a steady number of customers who prefer DSLRs, and we do place importance on such customers.

Therefore, we’re continuing to produce lenses that can be used with a DSLR or with [mirrorless] camera systems using adapters. If we look at last year, mirrorless represented about 70% of the interchangeable lens market.

Canon’s subject tracking system is now among the best in the business. What was required to reach this level of performance, and what other improvements might we look forward to?

Our basic technology is based on hardware, using both our dual pixel CMOS sensor and the DIGIC engine. In terms of software, we adopt a high level of deep learning technology to improve the recognition capabilities for any type of subject. Those are the basic technologies […]

What do APS-C cameras in RF-mount mean for the future of the EF-M system?

The concept of the R50 is to be compact and light. If we look at the M system, the mount itself is small, therefore the structure is even smaller and lighter.

There are customers who wish to have their camera smaller and lighter, and that demand is still strong. As long as these demands persist in the market, we will continue to support and intend to continue the M system.

It seems Canon once more rebuked some clickbaiting folks who desperately want to see the EOS M system go away. Nope, it’s here to stay.

[via DPReview]

Canon EOS R8 DxOMarked, Gets A 93 Score (almost like EOS R3 and EOS R5)

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The sensor specialists at DxOMark tested the imaging sensor of the Canon EOS R8.

EOS R8 at a glance:

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • 4K60p 10-Bit Internal Video, Canon Log 3
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.0″ 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
  • 40 fps Electronic Shutter
  • Movie Digital IS
  • Vertical Movie Mode
  • Microphone Input, Headphone Output
  • Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth

DxOMark tested the performance of the imaging sensor of the new Canon EOS R8. It gets a score of 93. Not bad. They say:

The full-frame Canon EOS R8 is touted as an ideal travel camera, and its mix of affordable pricing, relatively compact dimensions and strong feature set make for a compelling argument. Initially, though, the adoption of a conventional front-side illuminated 24.2 MP CMOS sensor appears to be a weak link. However, it’s clear, from our tests, the Canon EOS R8 sensor is capable of producing extremely high image quality. Indeed in terms of color depth and dynamic range, it is on par with the leading BSI-type CMOS sensors. What’s more, that’s throughout the ISO sensitivity range not just at the ‘headline’ maximum or peak value measured at base. While it remains unclear exactly how Canon has achieved such a significant performance uplift with an FSI-type CMOS sensor, competition like this is always good to see.

It’s rather interesting to see how well the imaging sensor of EOS R8 compare to its much more powerful (and expensive) siblings. See the image below.

The full Canon EOS R8 imaging sensor test can be seen here.

The Canon EOS R8 is available for order at B&H Photo and Adorama.

Canon EOS R8 world-wide preorder: [shoplist 70746]

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Yongnuo Might Soon Release A 85mm F1.8R DF DSM Lens For The RF Mount, Rumor

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Rumor has it that lens manufacturer Yongnuo might release a 85mm F1.8R DF DSM lens for the EOS R system.

Asobinet reports:

This lens has a new logo design, a lens configuration of 9 elements in 8 groups, a 7-element aperture, a minimum focusing distance of 0.8m, a 58mm filter, a stepping motor, 67 x 88mm, and approximately 380g.

Well, I hope the rumor is reliable :-)

Today Only: Lensbaby Fixed Body with Creative Bokeh Optic for Canon EF & RF – $99.95 (reg. $199.95)

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Only for today (3/22/2023) B&H Photo has a $100 discount on the Lensbaby Fixed Body with Creative Bokeh Optic for Canon EF and RF mounts.

At a glance:

  • EF/RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • 50mm Selective Focus Optic
  • Aperture Range: f/2.5 to f/22
  • Lensbaby Optic Swap System
  • Produces Sweet Spot of Focus
  • 9 Creative Aperture Disks
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.25′
  • 12-Blade Diaphragm

Get the Lensbaby Fixed Body with Creative Bokeh Optic for Canon EF and RF mounts at $99.95. Compare at $199.95.

Learn more about the lens in the short video below.

More selected deals:

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After 25 Years DPReview Shuts Down For Good

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Well, if this didn’t come as a surprise. DPReview says goodbye after 25 years of activity.

However, some of the staff already announced they will go on with what I thought has always been DPReview’s main competitor, PetaPixel. Guess we will never get to know the real reasons of DPReview going out of business. It’s a pity for sure.

Here is a statement by two of their most famous reviewers, Chris and Jordan. Both already announced they will work for PetaPixel in the future.

Canon Set To Release A RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS Lens?

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EDIT: Thanks to Robert M for having pointed out in the comment section that there is a patent for a very similar lens.

Canon might release a Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS for the EOS R system, according to a new rumor.

A low rated rumor (by the source itself) suggests Canon might soon release an RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS lens. Says the source:

[…] we have an anonymous report that Canon plans to announce a Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS in the first half of 2023. On the surface, that is a lot of overlap of focal ranges. There is the RF 24-70 f/2.8L IS, RF 24-105 f/4-7.1 IS STM and the RF 24-105mm f/4L IS. Adding a 4th lens to this range just doesn’t feel likely. It does remind us of the EF 24-70 f/4L IS Macro, a lens a lot of people thought didn’t make sense with the overlap, but actually turned out to be a pretty popular lens.

Time will tell. In the meantime, stay tuned.

Source: Canon Rumors