Image quality test results are now available on the Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM Lens page.
You are going to like these results.
Compared to the Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM Lens
Compared to the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
Compared to the Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM Lens
Compared to the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM Lens
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From Rode:
INTRODUCING WIRELESS GO (GEN 3)
The third generation of the world's most popular wireless microphone has landed. With 32-bit float on-board recording, intelligent GainAssist technology and a host of next-gen features, the Wireless GO is the perfect companion for creators looking to elevate their content with pristine wireless audio.
FLAWLESS SOUND WITH EVERY TAKE
Now with 32-bit float, GainAssist, improved built-in mics and a range of flexible gain controls, the Wireless GO captures flawless sound with every take.
YOUR SOUND, YOUR STYLE, YOUR STORY
For the first time in its iconic history, the Wireless GO is available in an expansive suite of limited-edition colours, with 14 striking options to choose from.
EVERY SETUP, EVERY SETTING
With both USB-C and 3.5mm outputs, the Wireless GO is just at home with a camera as it is a smartphone or laptop – the wireless mic that adapts to you.
MORE FEATURES, MORE FLEXIBILITY
The Wireless GO now boasts a range of pro features that make it even more flexible in the field, like locking connectors, headphone monitoring and plug-in-power detect to extend battery.
Get the Rode Wireless GO III at B&H.
From Canon USA:
Canon Launches New Cropping Guide for Select EOS Cameras, Empowering Customers to Capture Beautifully Optimized Photos
MELVILLE, NY, December 9, 2024 – Canon Inc., the parent company of Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today a new Cropping Guide feature that will be available via a firmware update for the Canon EOS R50, EOS R10 and EOS R7 camera models that allows users to more easily frame their subjects through the use of four tailored on-screen guides. The new feature will be available December 9th from Canon USA for the price of $120 USD. For customers who have previously purchased one of the camera models compatible with the feature, they can send their device to a Canon Service Center and it will be returned with the Cropping Guide feature installed. For those new customers interested in the above mentioned models, the option to purchase them pre-loaded with the feature (for an additional cost) will be available via Canon Direct and other dealers starting December 9th.
The new Cropping Guide feature provides on-screen guidelines that help shooters position subjects with precision, helping to ensure consistent and professional results while saving time on editing. It allows for Canon users to position the frame at the time of capture so that post-production and editing can be kept at a minimum. Lastly, the Cropping Guides can be applied to horizontal or vertical framing scenarios, allowing for a wide range of shooting situations.
Canon will showcase its new offering to visitors to the School Photographers Association of California (SPAC) trade show from January 21-25 in Las Vegas, NV at the South Point Hotel and Casino at Booth #715. This new feature is specifically designed for school photography, sports events, or any scenario in which subjects need to maintain a consistent position.
Availability
Cropping Guide will be available December 9th. For additional information about the software, a list of compatible cameras and how to access the Cropping Guide, please visit here.
Orders
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As Canon promised with the firmware version 1.0.1 release, Canon EOS R5 Mark II firmware update version 1.0.2 is available for download at Canon USA or Canon Japan.
Firmware Version 1.0.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R5 Mark II at B&H.
Canon EOS R1 firmware update version 1.0.1 is available for download at Canon USA or Canon Japan.
Firmware Version 1.0.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R1 at B&H.
Just posted: Canon EOS R5 Mark II.
As with the R1 review, most of the R5 II content has been in place for weeks, but with over 20,000 images captured with this camera, I'll call the review done.
This is my favorite camera.
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Just posted: Canon EOS R1 Review.
Most of the review contents have long been available, but after about 30,000 frames, I'll call it done.
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Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 are now available for Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens.
This is a great ultra-wide zoom lens option for APS-C, now including the RF mount options.
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The Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens can now be ordered in RF mount (search for the RF version) from B&H | Adorama | Amazon (all available countries) | WEX | Camera Canada
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The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens in white is in stock at B&H.
Incredible lens: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens Review.
The Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens (review) can now be ordered in RF mount (search for the RF version) from B&H | Adorama | Amazon (all available countries) | WEX | Camera Canada
From Tamron Americas:
TAMRON Announces the Launch of Its First CANON RF mount Lens
The compact, lightweight, fast-aperture F2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom
Commack, NY, November 26, 2024 – Tamron announces the launch of TAMRON’s first CANON RF mount lens, 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060), an ultra wide-angle zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras at $659 USD / $899 CAD on December 12, 2024.
The 11-20mm F2.8 is a fast-aperture zoom lens covering a focal length range from ultra wide-angle 11mm to 20mm , with a maximum aperture of F2.8 across its full range of focal lengths. With a surprisingly compact and lightweight design for a fast ultra wide-angle zoom lens, the lens feels well balanced when attached to a compact APS-C mirrorless camera body, making it ideal for daily use.
Despite its small, lightweight design, the lens delivers high-level imaging power with its uncompromising optical design. Wide macro shooting is possible at 11mm with an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.15m (5.9in) and maximum magnification ratio of 1:4, and its stunning close-range shooting performance enables creative use of perspective at the wide end.
The lens also incorporates an AF drive system with an RXD (Rapid-eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that is remarkably quiet. The lens accurately captures not only still images but also video. It is highly practical, with Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, and other features designed for outdoor shooting, letting users easily enjoy the high image quality of this ultra wide-angle fast -aperture F2.8 lens under a range of conditions.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
1. Fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens
The 11-20mm F2.8 (full-frame equivalent of 17.6-32mm) allows for the capture of landscapes and architecture with the dynamic perspective unique to ultra wide-angle lenses. It is also well-suited for indoor group portraits and real estate photography by leveraging its wide-angle focal lengths. At the telephoto end, it supports everyday snapshots with its natural field of view close to one’s view, all while delivering soft and beautiful bokeh with its F2.8 aperture.
2. Compact and lightweight
Designed with APS-C mirrorless cameras in mind, the 11-20mm F2.8 provides a compact and lightweight form, measuring just 3.3” (84.2mm) in length and weighing 12 oz. (340g), allowing you to shoot without worrying about weight. When used with a compatible APS-C mirrorless camera body, you’ll enjoy handheld shooting of still images and find it comfortable to shoot video even when using a compact tripod or gimbal.
3. AF/MF Switch and TAMRON Lens Utility Compatibility
The CANON RF mount includes an AF/MF switch. Additionally, the lens features a Connector Port for users to easily update the lens to the latest firmware via TAMRON Lens Utility™ software.
4. Outstanding optical performance
The optical construction uses 12 elements in 10 groups including two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens elements to maintain high resolution across the entire image area. It also incorporates one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) and two LD (Low Dispersion) lens elements to effectively suppress aberrations, ensuring clear image quality. Additionally, the BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) Coating minimizes ghosting and flare, faithfully rendering details even in backlit conditions.
5. MOD of 5.9” (0.15m) and maximum magnification ratio of 1:4
With an MOD of 5.9” (0.15m) at 11mm and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4, the 11-20mm F2.8 surpasses traditional ultra wide-angle zoom lenses in its close-up capabilities. This allows for wide-angle macro photography and creative shallow depth of field effects, enhancing subject prominence against blurred backgrounds.
6. High performance autofocus system for both still and video use
Equipped with TAMRON’s proprietary RXD motor unit, the autofocus system delivers high-speed and high-precision focusing. It accurately captures moving subjects and is suitable for both still photography and video. Its quiet RXD stepping motor is ideal for capturing moments where noise may be a concern, or silence is required.
7. High convenience and protective features
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: B060 Focal Length: 11-20mm (17.6-32mm full-frame equivalent field-of-view) Maximum Aperture: F2.8 Angle of View (diagonal): 101° 44’-68° 7’ (for APS-C mirrorless format) Optical Construction: 12 elements in 10 groups Minimum Object Distance: 5.9” / 0.15m / 5.9 (WIDE), 9.4” / 0.24m (TELE) Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:4 (WIDE) / 1.76 (TELE) Filter Size: Ø67mm Maximum Diameter: Ø73mm Length*: 3.3” (84.2mm) Weight: 12 oz. (340g) Aperture Blades**: 7 (circular diaphragm) Minimum Aperture: F16 Standard Accessories: Flower-shaped hood, Front and Rear caps Mount***: Canon RF mount
* Length is the distance from the front end of the lens to the lens mount face.
** The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
*** The lens for Sony E-mount previously launched on June 24, 2021; the lens for FUJIFILM X mount previously launched on May 30, 2023.
This product is developed, manufactured, and sold under license from Canon Inc.
Full review: Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens
Just posted: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens Review.
Extremely impressive lens.
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In this meeting of the minds, the two bucks were not seeing eye to eye, and it was an all-out brawl. There was blood, saliva, breath steam, and dust. The raging battle of the bucks lasted for over 8 minutes. I was blessed with a ring-side seat, and over 1,900 images were the spoils of this war.
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II gets the credit for this shot. For evaluation and comparison purposes, I was switching between the R5 II and the EOS R1, and the R5 II happened to be in the hand this morning. That was an optimal choice for this event. The animals' pushing and rotating changed distance rapidly and frequently, and they were sometimes far enough away to warrant cropping, and the R5 II's higher resolution provides more pixels on subject.
The RF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens was another integral piece of the kit. The f/2.8 aperture was critical for the dim early AM lighting, and this lens's ability to blur the background was also important at the framing distance required to keep the two animals in the frame.
A larger version of this image is available here.
From Canon USA:
Canon and Amazon Win Default Judgment Against Counterfeiters of Camera Accessories
MELVILLE, N.Y., November 21, 2024 – Canon U.S.A., Inc. and its parent company, Canon Inc., Amazon.com, Inc. and Amazon.com Services LLC, are pleased to announce that the companies have obtained a default judgment from the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington in a lawsuit filed in May 2023 against sellers engaged in the illegal sale of counterfeit “Canon” batteries and chargers.
The legal action, filed on May 10, 2023, against 29 selling accounts which sold camera batteries and chargers in the Amazon store, resulted from Canon’s and Amazon’s joint investigation into the defendants’ distribution of counterfeit Canon camera batteries and chargers on Amazon. As a result of the lawsuit, the Court issued a permanent injunction prohibiting defendants from making, selling, and offering for sale in the U.S., and importing into the U.S., counterfeit Canon camera batteries and chargers and issued a monetary award against the sellers.
Canon aggressively pursues counterfeiters in the United States and around the world to protect its customers from potentially unsafe products which unlawfully use the Canon name, as well as to protect the value, trusted reputation, and loyalty that the Canon brand has acquired over decades in producing high-quality, safe, and reliable products.
Sales of counterfeit goods on e-commerce are increasing in proportion to the growth of the e-commerce market, and Canon and Amazon are collaborating in fighting against counterfeiters to protect our customers. This joint lawsuit was filed as a part of our ongoing collaboration.
“Our anti-counterfeiting strategy which, in part, involves partnering with Amazon to sue counterfeiters who attempt to sell counterfeit goods on Amazon’s marketplace is meant to demonstrate to all American consumers that the trust and confidence they have given to Canon when buying our high quality and reliable products is precious to us. We will not tolerate the fraud perpetrated on consumers and our brand by counterfeiters,” said Seymour Liebman, Canon U.S.A., Inc.’s Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel.
For more information about Canon’s anti-counterfeiting measures, please visit:
https://global.canon/en/intellectual-property/sword-shield/index.html#anti-counterfeit
https://www.usa.canon.com/support/gray-market/about-counterfeits
For more information about Amazon’s efforts to protect brands and customers, please visit:
Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 are now available on the Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens page.
Fun little lens.
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Full reviews of these four lens models are available, and you can support this site by ordering the new lenses using the links provided.
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Review |   B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Review |   B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Review |   B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Review |   B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
From Sigma Corporation of America:
SIGMA Announces Pricing and Availability of DC DN Prime Lenses for Canon RF Mount
Ronkonkoma, NY – November 19, 2024 – SIGMA Corporation of America, the US subsidiary of SIGMA Corporation (CEO: Kazuto Yamaki. Headquarters: Asao-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan) is pleased to announce pricing and availability of four prime F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary lenses for the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera system. The four lenses are the 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, and 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary.
Development of these four primes for Canon RF Mount was initially announced on April 23, 2024, alongside the 10-18mm 2.8 DC DN | Contemporary and 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary lenses, both of which were released earlier this year.
With the release of these new lenses, SIGMA now offers a total of six APS-C format DC DN lenses for the Canon EOS R System. All six of these lenses are also available for several other mirrorless camera systems including Sony E-mount, L-Mount, and Fujifilm X Mount. The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary are additionally offered for Nikon Z mount and Micro Four Thirds.
The 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $369 and the 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $529. These lenses will be available for purchase on December 5, 2024.
The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $489, and the 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will retail for $599. These lenses will be available for purchase on January 23, 2025.
The addition of these four premium SIGMA lenses for Canon RF Mount adds to SIGMA's growing lineup of lenses for all major camera systems.
[ Launch schedule of four SIGMA F1.4 prime lenses for Canon RF Mount ]
SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the launch date of SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary for Canon RF Mount, as well as the approximate launch schedule of SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary for Canon RF Mount.
Launch date: December 5th, 2024 (Thursday)
SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Supplied Accessories: LENS HOOD LH586-01, FRONT CAP LCF-52 III, REAR CAP LCR II Mount: Canon RF Mount
SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Supplied Accessories: LENS HOOD LH582-01, FRONT CAP LCF-55 III, REAR CAP LCR II Mount: Canon RF Mount
Approximate launch schedule: January 2025
SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Supplied Accessories: PETAL-TYPE HOOD LH716-01, FRONT CAP LCF-67 III, REAR CAP LCR II Mount: Canon RF Mount
SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Supplied Accessories: PETAL-TYPE HOOD LH554-01, FRONT CAP LCF-52 III, REAR CAP LCR II Mount: Canon RF Mount
* This product is developed, manufactured and sold under license from Canon Inc.
#SIGMA #SIGMAContemporary #SIGMADCDN #SIGMARFMount #SIGMA16mmF14Contemporary #SIGMA23mmF14Contemporary #SIGMA30mmF14Contemporary #SIGMA56mmF14Contemporary
[ Long-awaited Canon RF Mount addition ]
SIGMA's APS-C size mirrorless dedicated prime lenses, the SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary will now be available for the Canon RF Mount. These additions allow users to enjoy high-performance, and high-quality SIGMA prime lenses in native mount on their Canon RF Mount system.
A control algorithm including AF drive and communication speed optimization has been developed specifically for Canon RF Mount interchangeable lenses. In addition to realizing high-speed AF, the lens also supports Servo AF and in-camera aberration correction*. The mount is rubber-sealed to cater for use in a variety of environments.
* Available on supported cameras only.
Mount Conversion Service is available to convert other mounts of SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary to Canon RF Mount, once they launch.
Image quality, vignetting, flare, and distortion test results are now available on the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens Review.
Don't miss the outstanding with-extender performance.
Compared to the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS (no Z) Lens
Compared to the Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
The 70-200 Z is slightly sharper with a 2x than the 100-300 is.
Compared to the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Lens
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Noise (196 samples) and resolution test results from the Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Lens are now available on the Canon EOS R1 page.
As expected, the EOS R1 and R3 resolution and noise are essentially the same.
Note that the EOS R1 and R5 II noise levels are also the same when the final image size is matched at 24 MP. While the R5 II's pixel level noise is higher at its native resolution, matched final output size eliminates the mythical low resolution advantage.
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Just posted: Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III Macro VXD Lens Review.
Impressive lens.
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From Canon USA:
Canon’s New Updates for Select Cinema EOS Cameras and Pro Camcorders Deliver Enhanced Features
MELVILLE, N.Y., November 6, 2024 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today a variety of firmware updates for key models in its Cinema EOS and professional camcorder line of cameras, including enabling connectivity to Frame.io’s Camera to Cloud ecosystem in select cameras. Also, Version 1.2 of the Canon Multi-Camera Control App for iPhone and iPad* will be available from the App Store. All updates are a direct result of customer feedback and will be available through free downloads in December 2024.
Here are the highlights of the firmware updates for each of the Canon products:
EOS C400 Camera
EOS C80 Camera
EOS C500 Mark II/ EOS C300 Mark III Cameras
EOS C70 Camera
EOS R5 C Camera
XF605 Camcorder
To download the firmware updates once available, or for more information regarding the firmware updates and all of Canon’s professional video products and solutions, please visit:
Tamron as shared the 1st Quarter 2024 Financial Results.
A selection of quotes:
"Sales of Photographic Products is expected to increase by double digits even the sales of Own-Brand products decline slightly from the Aug. 8 forecast due to delay sales recovery in Europe and US, and a slowdown in the Chinese market in the 2nd half of 2024."
"Strong sales of OEM products is expected to exceed the Aug.8 forecast and is planned to increase by 1.4 times YoY."
"Strong sales in both own-brand and OEM products and the favorable foreign exchange effects led to upward revisions of both Sales and Operating Income following 1st and 2nd quarters."
"Before 2023: Approximately 5 new models. New medium-term(2024-2026) management plan policy: 6 to 7 new models a year to 7 new models in the first year(2024) of the plan."