A few days after the rumor suggesting future Canon cameras featuring an APS-C sensor will have an “all-new” sensor with 24MP, the same source now reports 32MP might be possible.
We expect Canon to replace the EOS 80D and EOS 7D Mark II, possibly with one new camera for both, and one or two models in the EOS M line-up. All latest Canon APS-C cameras already have a 24MP sensor.
Both 24MP and 32MP appear unrealistic in our opinion (both rumors are rated accordingly). At the end of the day a new APS-C sensor with 28MP seems to be the most likely. Take everything with a grain of salt (so far).
The folks over at Mirrorless Comparison posted a pretty exhaustive comparison between the Canon EOS R and the Canon EOS RP. As far as I know this is the first serious EOS R vs EOS RP comparison review.
Most of you likely know that the image sensors of the EOS R and EOS RP are derived form the image sensors found in the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II, respectively. This reflects in the sensor performance, and is clearly visible in the image below where 4 stops of exposure recovery have been applied.
If you’re interested in 4K video have a look at the video below to learn more about how both cameras perform.
Mirrorless Comparison sums up:
Strengths of the Canon EOS R:
more dynamic range
better ergonomics thanks to the larger grip
a bit more advanced in terms of ease of use (top LCD panel, memory card access, bigger battery)
larger and more detailed viewfinder which helps with manual focus
faster AF with 4K video
more settings for video including C-Log
Strengths of the Canon EOS RP:
less expensive
more compact yet almost as easy to use
as of now, it has some extra features the EOS R doesn’t have (intervalometer, focus bracketing, eye detection in Servo AF)
To consider:
4K crop is severe on both models
not the best options for action due to viewfinder lag and slow burst shooting in C-AF
Canon is building a very interesting lens selection for the RF mount, but many of them are large and will suit the EOS R ergonomics better
Choose the Canon EOS R if:
you prefer a larger and more robust body
you want extra options for video
you find it at a good price
Choose the Canon EOS RP if:
you want an affordable full-frame camera
Mirrorless Comparison’s review examines every feature in both cameras and compares them. If you are on the fence and don’t know which camera is best for you, be sure to have a look at the review.
The firmware update (ver. 1.2.0) for the Canon EOS R is available to download at Canon Canada.
Canon EOS R firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Eye-detection AF 1. Supports Servo AF when shooting still images. 2. Now available when shooting movies regardless of “Movie Servo AF” setting. Small AF Frame Size Supports Servo AF when shooting still images. 3. Now available when shooting movies regardless of “Movie Servo AF” setting.
4. Under certain conditions the electronic level displayed in the electronic viewfinder did not display properly. 5. Under certain conditions information displayed in the electronic viewfinder was not properly rotated. 6. Under certain conditions updating the firmware for the wireless file transmitter WFT-E7 was not possible.
This firmware update is for cameras equipped with firmware up to Version 1.1.0. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.2.0, this update is unnecessary. When updating the firmware of your camera, please first review the instructions thoroughly before you download the firmware. The firmware update takes approximately 6 minutes.
Caution: The user guide has been revised to reflect the functional improvements to the product. Please download the latest version of the user guide together with the new firmware. The latest version of the user guide can be downloaded from Canon’s Web site.
As we repeatedly wrote, we expect Canon to announce a high resolution EOS R model somewhen in Fall 2019. There have been suggestions Canon might feature IBIS (In Body Image Stabilisation) on their high resolution EOS R camera. We take this with a grain of salt, given we are talking about Canon here.
We think it’s unlikely we will see a Canon full frame mirrorless camera with IBIS anytime soon. However, there are patent applications by Canon dealing with IBIS technology, and Canon execs are also slowly starting to admit Canon is working on IBIS.
The high resolution Canon EOS R camera might well replace the EOS 5Ds/5Ds R cameras. In other words: Canon might opt to offer a mirrorless high resolution camera instead of an DSLR.
So far the suggested sensor resolution is all we have (and we do not feel we can give it more than CW3) but there is more to come.
The Canon EOS RP, the company’s first full frame mirrorless camera, already ranks pretty good in Japan, according to Map Camera (large camera retailer in Japan).
The Canon EOS RP ranks ahead the Sony a7 III. First ranked is the Ricoh III GR. This is a good result given the short time the EOS RP is available on the market.
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