A few weeks ago we got a tip about two upcoming Canon EOS R cameras, one of these was a video-oriented camera. It might have been the Canon EOS C50.
The source gave us some specifications for this video/cinema oriented camera, which was named to us as EOS R5c (or R3c):
Same sensor technology as the EOS R5 but with 11.25MP resolution
Records 4K/120P with no crop
Does 2.8K supersampling in super-35 mode
Has newly developed heat sink
Dual Pixel AF performance in low light better than EOS R5 and EOS R6
Now, another source contacted us and told us that the camera specifications listed above refer to the EOS C50, an upcoming Canon Cinema camera with RF mount. We already expected the C50 to get announced with the Canon EOS C70.
As usual, I am thankful for more insights and constructive comments.
We got a tip (thanks) about Canon’s future RF mount Cinema gear plans.
According to our source, Canon will release an RF mount version of the C500 Mark II. Along with the Cinema camera, this 1.25x anamorphic lenses might also be released.
Canon is set to announce a new Cinema camera at Canon Vision, the company reveals via press release.
The virtual trade show platform Canon Vision, launching 24th September, will be the set for the announcement of a new Cinema camera. This could be one of rumored Cinema cameras with RF mount. However, along with the press release came the image on top. Likely a teaser.
Canon press release:
New Canon cinema camera to be announced on Canon Vision – its virtual trade show platform launching 24th September.
Canon today announces it will reveal details of a new cinema camera on Canon Vision – a platform launching at 14:00 CEST on Thursday 24th September 2020, which reproduces the trade show environment virtually.
Ideal for broadcasters, cinematographers, independent filmmakers, videographers and more, visitors to Canon Vision will be able to learn more about the camera and explore Canon’s full range of Pro AV products and solutions. They will also gain insight into the technology from its team of product specialists and industry-leading professionals and have the opportunity to watch short film screenings.
Across the 24th and 25th September, the Canon Vision programme of events includes six live sessions with imaging professionals to discuss everything from the current industry challenges and video journalism trends to the world of post-production and future of Nollywood. The following industry professionals will come together on Canon Vision and be on hand to answer questions from visitors to the platform:
Thursday 24 September
15:00 CEST
Elisa Iannacone: What a camera means to me for journalism
Elisa shares her experiences of Canon’s new cinema camera and the XA55, and how they support her as an on-the-go solo shooter.
17:00 CEST
Jolade Olusanya: The first production with Canon’s new cinema camera
Jolade takes us behind the scenes, shooting with Canon’s new cinema camera in the mini-documentary “Give this heart a pen”.
Friday 25 September
10:00 CEST
Juan Luis Cabellos: How full frame influences cinematography
Juan explains the benefits of full frame technology in the EOS C500 Mark II and how it works in harmony with Canon’s Sumire Prime lenses.
12:00 CEST
Ollie Kenchington: How the EOS C300 Mark III positively impacts workflow
Ollie speaks about how his production workflow has been enhanced, thanks to the EOS C300 Mark III.
14:00 CEST
Simeon Quarrie: How the new tech supports low budget production
Simeon dissects how the tech in Canon’s new cinema camera and EOS R5 allows him to capture the shot, whatever the scenario.
16:00 CEST
Daniel Ehimen: Nollywood: The trend and future
Daniel shares his experience of using cameras from the Canon Cinema EOS range as storytelling tools in the Nollywood film industry.
We can expect some more gear announcement by Canon within 2020.
It seems two different timeframes are to expect for announcements, one in August/September and another one towards November and December. However, to us it seems weird that Canon might announce gear in December, and August is almost over (but still rumored for announcements).
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