Here Are The Canon EOS R8 And EOS R50 (plus RF and RF-S lenses)

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As expected, Canon announced the new Canon EOS R8 and Canon EOS R50.

The Canon EOS R8 will be available at $1,499. The Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens with the EOS R8 will have an estimated retail price of $1,699. The Canon EOS R50 camera body will be available for an estimated retail price $679.99. The EOS R50 with the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens will be available for an estimated retail price of $799.99. The EOS R50 with the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lenses will be available for an estimated retail price of $1,029. The RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens will be available for an estimated retail price $299.99 while the RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens will have an estimated retail price of $349.99. All products are currently scheduled to be available in Spring 2023.

All Canon gear announced today are already available for preorder at B&H Photo and Adorama.

Canon EOS R8 preorder:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Wex Photo Video, Canon DE, Canon UK

Canon EOS R50 preorder:

America: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA
Europe & UK: Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Wex Photo Video, Canon DE, Canon UK

Canon press release:

Canon Adds EOS R50 and EOS R8 to the Growing EOS R Mirrorless Camera System

Plus, Image Story Telling Through R-Mount Lenses Is Ramped Up With Additions of the New RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM and RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lenses 

MELVILLE, NY, February 7, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today the launch of the new EOS R50 camera body, ideal for entry level users, and the EOS R8, an extremely compact, full-frame camera aimed at advanced amateur photo and video enthusiasts looking for budget-friendly options that don’t sacrifice performance. Additionally, two new RF-Mount lenses are being introduced to the ever-growing R-mount lens lineup.

EOS R50

Compact, lightweight and ideal for those looking to step up their video quality, the EOS R50 provides an impressive movie-shooting experience thanks to the APS-C sensor, with 4K video, uncropped 4K capture (at all frame rates), and outstanding Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology. With the addition of whole area tracking, subject detection, and movie-prerecording, difficult photo and movie opportunities can be easier to capture with a 24.2-million-pixel, APS-C sized image sensor. In addition, the EOS R50 is equipped with an eye-level electronic viewfinder to help achieve shot steadiness and ease viewing in bright sunlight conditions. A great camera for those who are looking to lean into interchangeable lenses, the EOS R50 camera can capture travel adventures, family portraits, sports, wildlife and even help a small business with marketing imagery. For those who are budding content creators, the EOS R50 will be available later in 2023 as part of a Content Creator Kit – packaged with a microphone, lens and grip. Overall, the EOS R50 is truly a jack of all content creation trades.

“The first time I picked up the EOS R50, I noticed how light it was. When I saw the footage, I wondered how the quality can be so good when it’s this lightweight in my hand. My mind was blown!” Bianca Matisse Taylor – Content creator and blogger

EOS R8

The EOS R8 — affordable and functional — is a full-frame mirrorless camera aimed at the up-and-coming video or photo enthusiast. This camera comes with class-leading autofocus while still extremely capable for everyday and general photography use. Equipped with a 24.2-megapixel CMOS image sensor and DIGIC X image processor, the EOS R8 is optimal for full-frame RF lenses — allowing enhanced wide-angle field of views when compared to APS-C sensor cameras. Extremely lightweight and compact, the EOS R8 shoots up to 6-fps with 1st-curtain Electronic shutter, and up to 40-fps with full electronic. For users who’ve already explored interchangeable lens cameras but haven’t yet broken into mirrorless, the EOS R8 should be the camera that takes them over the threshold to capture events, weddings, still life, travel and pets.

“My work is a lot about movement and not missing a beat with the fast shutter on the EOS R8 is so important to me as an artist.” Jasper Soloff – Photographer and Director

Additional product specs include:

Video performance

  • Uncropped 4K video to 59.94p (29.97p with EOS R50) (with 6k oversampling)
  • Full-HD to 59.94 fps, and High Frame Rate to 119.8 fps (Full HD 180p with the EOS R8)
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, with subject detection for people, animals and vehicles
  • Up to 2 hours of continuous recording (one hour with EOS R50); no 30 min limit
  • Focus breathing correction

Enhanced usability for video correction

  • Vertical Video Metadata
  • Movie Self Timer
  • Audio Noise Reduction (only in EOS R8)
  • UVC/UAC Support, for USB livestreaming
  • Recording Emphasis
  • Aspect Markers

Connectivity

  • Easy wireless connection from camera to compatible smartphone
  • Camera Connect with USB connection to compatible smartphone
  • USB streaming direct to computer via Zoom™, Teams™, or Skype™
  • MFI Certified (Apple); WPA3-Personal protected access
  • Convenient firmware updates via compatible smartphone
  • Cloud RAW processing

Alongside the camera bodies, Canon will release two new lenses. The RF-S lens line, optimized for the smaller APS-C sensor size, expands with the Canon RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens. This is a telephoto zoom, giving coverage equivalent to an 88–336mm lens on a full-frame camera. The lens opens the door to telephoto photography and videography, with 4.5 stops optical image stabilization, and close-focusing that can fill the frame with a subject roughly 2×3 inches in size (at its 210mm zoom setting, and minimum focus distance). And it does all this in an incredibly lightweight and compact package.

The Canon RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is a new, compact standard zoom lens for full-frame EOS R-series cameras. Ranging from true wide-angle to traditional “standard lens” coverage at 50mm, the lens is a travel friendly design with an extremely compact exterior. The RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens is just over 2 inches long when fully retracted, and under 3.5 inches when extended — weighing less than half a pound. Optical Image Stabilization, with 4.5 stops of shake-correction, further enhances its appeal for video and still-image shooting. It’s also useable on an APS-C sensor Canon camera, where the lens’ effective coverage is equivalent to what a 38–80mm would deliver on a full-frame camera.

​​​Price & Availability

​​​​​​​The Canon EOS R8 camera body will be available for an estimated retail price of $1,499.00*. The Canon RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens with the EOS R8 will have an estimated retail price of $1,699.00*. The Canon EOS R50 camera body will be available for an estimated retail price $679.99*. The EOS R50 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens will be available for an estimated retail price of $799.99*. The EOS R50 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lenses will be available for an estimated retail price of $1,029.00*. The RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens will be available for an estimated retail price $299.99* while the RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens will have an estimated retail price of $349.99*. All products are currently scheduled to be available in Spring 2023.

Today Only: Lexar 256GB Professional 1667x UHS-II SDXC Memory Card (2-Pack) – $98.99 (reg. $194.99)

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Only for today (2/7/2023) B&H Photo has a $96 discount on Lexar 256GB Professional 1667x UHS-II SDXC Memory Card (2-Pack).

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  • Max Read Speed: 250 MB/s
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  • Min Write Speed: 60 MB/s
  • Records Full HD, 3D, and 4K Video
  • Built-In Write Protect Switch
  • Downloadable Image Rescue Software

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Nikon Released The Smallest And Thinnest Full Frame Lens Ever

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Nikon released a new lens for their full frame mirrorless system, the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8. A lens that seems to hold a record.

At a glance:

  • Full Frame Format | f/2.8
  • 39mm Equivalent Format on DX
  • Slim, Compact Wide-Angle Prime Lens
  • All-Element Focusing System
  • Control Ring
  • 3x Aspherical Elements
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Size: 52mm
  • Includes HB-III Lens Hood

Nikon press release:

Nikon releases the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8, a slim wide-angle prime lens for the Nikon Z mount system

February 7, 2023

The slimmest AF lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8, a slim wide-angle prime lens compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras for which the Nikon Z mount has been adopted.

With a total length of approximately 23.5 mm and a weight of approximately 125 g, the NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 is the slimmest*1 AF lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, and the lightest NIKKOR Z lens*2. It can be easily stored in a purse or small bag, enabling users to carry it with them on a daily basis. Adoption of three aspherical lens elements realizes both excellent portability and superior optical performance. Its 26-mm wide-angle focal length and f/2.8 maximum aperture make it an ideal lens for a wide variety of scenes, from cityscapes to tabletop photos, supporting advanced amateur users who take their camera anywhere to capture every shutter opportunity.

Further, the lens features a sophisticated design achieved through various details, such as the adoption of metal components. The supplied lens hood has been specially designed to maintain the thinness of the lens, while also taking operability into consideration. It also supports the attachment of a 52-mm filter (sold separately). A dedicated slip-on lens cap that can be attached to either the lens itself or the lens hood is also supplied.

Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in optical performance while meeting users’ needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.

Primary features

  • With a total length of approximately 23.5 mm, the lens is the slimmest AF lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, enabling easy storage in a purse or small bag. A weight of approximately 125 g makes it the lightest NIKKOR Z lens, ideal for carrying everywhere.
  • When mounted on a DX-format camera, the focal length becomes 39 mm (equivalent in 35mm [135] format), similar to the standard angle of view that is ideal for capturing a wide variety of scenes.
  • Excellent portability and effective correction are achieved by adopting three aspherical lens elements.
  • A minimum focus distance of 0.2 m allows users to get close to their subjects for dynamic photography.
  • The fast f/2.8 maximum aperture reduces image blur caused by camera shake, even during hand-held shooting.
  • Adoption of a stepping motor (STM) enables a highly accurate AF drive.
  • Functions such as aperture and exposure compensation can be assigned to the control ring.
  • Supplied with a lens hood that has been specially designed with consideration for operability while maintaining the thinness of the lens, which also supports attachment of a 52-mm filter (sold separately).
  • A slip-on lens cap that can be attached to either the lens itself or the lens hood is also supplied.
  • Designed with consideration of dust- and drip-resistant performance*, enabling it to be taken anywhere with greater confidence.

Today Only: Save 20% On Metabones EF to RF Mount T Speed Booster ULTRA 0.71x – $383 (reg. $479)

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Only for today (2/6/2023) both B&H Photo and Adorama have a 20% discount (that’s $96) on the Metabones EF to RF Mount Speed Booster ULTRA 0.71x adapter.

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  • Supports In-Camera Aperture Control
  • Transfers Lens EXIF Metadata to Camera
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Here Is What Canon Is Going To Announce On February 8, 2023 (EOS R8 and more)

Canon's Teaser For The February 8, 2023, Announcement
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Just a friendly reminder of the gear we expect Canon to announce on February 8, 2023, the Canon EOS R8, EOS R50, and lenses.

Canon EOS R8

  • Body only and kit with the RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
  • $1,499 for the body only and $1,699 for the kit
  • …and here are the rumored specifications:
    • Resolution: 24 million pixels full size CMOS sensor
    • Kit lens: RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
    • Weight: 461g
    • DIGIC X processor
    • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
    • Object detection (aircraft, railroad, car, animal)
    • 40 fps maximum
    • 4K 60p (6K oversampling)
    • Full HD 180fps
    • C-Log3
    • No in-body image stabilization
    • vari-angle monitor
    • 3.5mm microphone jack
    • Streaming over USB-C
    • Positioned between EOS R7 and R10
    • new form factor
    • A new kind of vari-angle monitor

Canon EOS R50

  • Might come with two color options
  • Two kits:
    • with RF-S 18-45 f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
    • with RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM
  • $679 for the body only option
  • $1,029 for both kits

Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM

  • $299 (most likely)

Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM

  • Nothing known so far

Expect more leaks today and tomorrow, and stay tuned on canonwatch.com for all the hot news.

Canon Releases Teaser For Upcoming February 8, 2023, Announcement

Canon's Teaser For The February 8, 2023, Announcement
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Not that we had any doubts left that Canon would announce new gear on February 8, 2023. Now we have a teaser too.

Canon China has released a teaser for a February 8, 2023 announcement (image in top).

We expect Canon to announce the Canon EOS R8, EOS R50, RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and the RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM. A set of alleged specifications for the Canon EOS R8 has already leaked:

  • Resolution: 24 million pixels full size CMOS sensor
  • Kit lens: RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
  • International price: $1,499 body, $1,699 lens kit
  • Weight: 461g
  • DIGIC X processor
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
  • Object detection (aircraft, railroad, car, animal)
  • 40 fps maximum
  • 4K 60p (6K oversampling)
  • Full HD 180fps
  • C-Log3
  • No in-body image stabilization
  • vari-angle monitor
  • 3.5mm microphone jack
  • Streaming over USB-C
  • Positioned between EOS R7 and R10
  • new form factor
  • A new kind of vari-angle monitor

Stay tuned…

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