Let's compare the Canon EOS R100 to the least expensive camera in Canon's current DSLR lineup, the EOS Rebel T7 (2000D).
The Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D is shown behind the R100 above.
Here is the EOS R100 vs. Rebel T7 specification comparison. Also view the complete visual comparison of these cameras.
What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the Rebel T7? Here are the R100 advantages:
Here are the Rebel T7 advantages:
I would find it difficult to go back to the limitations of a DSLR. Still, those with an extremely limited budget may find the T7 to be the right camera for them.
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It is always interesting to compare a camera to its predecessor, and the Canon EOS M50 Mark II gets that distinction for the Canon EOS R100. The R100 is shown to the left of the M50 II in the image above.
Here is the EOS R100 vs. M50 Mark II specification comparison. Also available is the complete visual comparison of these cameras.
What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the M50 II? Here are the R100's advantages:
Here are the M50 II's advantages:
Mostly, the R100 is the M50 II updated with an RF mount. Some continuous shooting speed and the Vari-Angle touchscreen were omitted, but the R100 is less expensive.
As always, send me a message if I missed a relevant difference.
Bighorn sheep are common in Badlands National Park, but I don't see rams this big so frequently.
The key to capturing this image was observing that the ram was eating the yellow flowers. While eating, the ram's head was primarily down, not my favorite position. Positioning to capture the ram leaving one harvested patch on its way to another yielded a selection of head-up poses.
Getting the 600mm and f/4 combination down low on the flat grasslands creates a strongly blurred background.
Heatwave distortion was a problem during this capture, but shooting many images at a fast frame rate provided an adequate number of sharp results.
A larger version of this image is available here.
The Canon EOS R50 became the Canon EOS R-series entry-level model, primarily due to it having the lowest price. Still, there seemed to be room for a lower-end model. About 3 months later, the Canon EOS R100 was announced — with a $200.00 lower price tag.
A compact, lightweight, entry-level camera with an ultra-low price begs the question: "What is missing?" Or, in this comparison, "Where did the $200.00 go?"
The Canon EOS R100 is shown to the left of the R50 in the image above. Check out the EOS R100 vs. R50 specification comparison, along with the complete visual comparison of these cameras.
What are the differences between the Canon EOS R100 and the R50? Here are the R50's advantages:
What are the R100's advantages?
While the R50 holds most of the advantages, and some of them are compelling, the lower price line item on the R100's list holds significant weight.
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Canon has released new versions of Digital Photo Professional, EOS Utility, Picture Style Editor, and Neural network Upscaling Tool.
Changes for Digital Photo Professional 4.18.0:
To install the updates, select "Check for updates" on the application's Help menu.
Alternatively, download DPP 4.18.0. (thanks, Scott!)
Canon EOS R6 Mark II firmware update version 1.1.2 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R6 Mark II at B&H.
Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.2 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.8.2 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R6 at B&H.
Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.3.1 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
Get the Canon EOS R7 at B&H.
From Atomos:
Atomos Supports ProRes RAW Plug-ins
Taking ProRes RAW to the next level
Melbourne, Australia – 23rd May 2023 – Atomos announces immediate support for Apple ProRes RAW plug-ins, an innovation that lets camera manufacturers provide their own ProRes RAW processing pipeline to take advantage of the unique properties of their cameras, sensors, lenses, and more.
ProRes RAW is widely regarded as the universal RAW video format. With the introduction of plug-ins, now every camera maker can provide their own unique processing, in a completely confidential way, by writing a single ProRes RAW plug-in that brings out the best quality and unique looks created by their own cameras. ProRes RAW becomes, in effect, the conduit for their custom processing, carrying the unique characteristics of any camera, sensor, processing, and lens combination into post-production. ProRes RAW plug-ins will be supported in Final Cut Pro as well as many third-party applications that have licensed the ProRes RAW SDK, such as nonlinear editors (NLEs) and color correction applications.
The process is very straightforward: simply install the camera vendor’s ProRes RAW plug-in and Final Cut Pro will automatically show all the new enhanced features of the supported camera. Using a ProRes RAW plug-in enables camera-specific adjustments such as custom white balancing, noise reduction, demosaicing, lens distortion correction, and more. Canon is the first camera maker to deliver a ProRes RAW Plug-in, with the EOS R5, R5 C and R6 Mark II cameras outputting RAW to an Atomos monitor-recorder. Atomos has already enabled full ProRes RAW plug-in support for these cameras in the current release firmware for Ninja V, Ninja V+, and Shogun Connect. Atomos supports over 50 camera models recording ProRes RAW from the camera’s RAW output over SDI or HDMI, so is uniquely placed to record this new enhanced metadata standard.
“This new feature for the ProRes RAW ecosystem is absolutely going to change the way people think about recording ProRes RAW,” said Trevor Elbourne, Atomos CEO. “For the first time the filmmaker literally gets the best of all worlds: shoot in ProRes RAW with the option to immediately apply camera-specific processing, use standard processing, or customise individual parameters to their own taste. You have to ask yourself: why wouldn’t you shoot in ProRes RAW?”.
“We are very proud to be working alongside Apple and Canon to bring this ProRes RAW innovation to market,” Elbourne added. “We were first to market with an 8K ProRes RAW compatible mirrorless camera - the Canon EOS R5 - and now we are making another huge advancement with the ProRes RAW format.” The ProRes RAW plug-in model has been designed to work not only with macOS but also with Windows and Linux.
Significant information is now available on the Canon EOS R100 page.
This is a remarkably inexpensive camera.
Please share!
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With a lack of fanfare, the Canon OC-E4A Off-Camera Multi-Function Shoe Cord was introduced today. The OC-E4A provides functionality simlar to the Canon Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3 to cameras featuring Canon's Multi-Function Hotshoe.
The OC-E4A facilitates easy repositioning a flash or other Multi-Function Shoe accessory, such as the Canon DM-E1D Stereo Microphone, to within the 2.6' (.8m) cord length, without wireless communications required. Mounting a flash on a bracket is a common use for this accessory.
Get the Canon OC-E4A at B&H.
The products Canon announced today take the highly desirable compact, lightweight, and affordable concepts to the extreme. This site's product pages include images, specifications, an MTF chart for the lens (it looks good), and other information:
Canon EOS R100
Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM Lens
From Canon USA:
Canon Introduces its Most Affordable, Compact, and Lightweight EOS R Camera Ever: The EOS R100
The Company Also Announced the Wide-Angle “Pancake” Style RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens
MELVILLE, N.Y., May 24, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the EOS R100 camera and RF28mm F2.8 STM lens, two new affordable, compact, and lightweight tools for entry-level and emerging content creators to elevate their skills.
The Canon EOS R100 camera was designed for new, first-time mirrorless camera or existing interchangeable camera users who previously enjoyed EOS Rebel or EOS M cameras. The camera touts key features such as a 24.2 megapixel APS-C size sensor, the DIGIC 8 image processor, 4K (Cropped) and Full HD (Full-Width) video at up to 24 and 60 frames-per-second respectively, Autofocus with eye and face detection, and Bluetooth™ and Wi-Fi® connectivity capabilities. For users who are making the EOS R100 their first interchangeable lens (ILC) camera, a significant advantage over using a smartphone camera will be lens selection. The EOS R100 is compatible with the complete lineup of RF and RF-S lenses, and EF and EF-S lenses can be utilized when using one of three available Canon EF-EOS R mount adapters (each sold separately). This selection of lenses includes the Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM lens, which was also announced today.
The Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM is a “pancake” style, value lens that targets a wide variety of users, from amateur to enthusiast Full-Frame and APS-C camera users. Key features of the new lens include:
Pricing and Availability
The Canon EOS R100 camera is scheduled to be available in July 2023 for an estimated retail price of $479.99 for body only, $599.99 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens, and $829.99 with the RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lenses*.
The RF28mm F2.8 STM lens is scheduled to be available in July 2023 for an estimated retail price of $299.99*.
Orders
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Canon Introduction Video
From Canon USA:
Service Notice: EOS Webcam Utility Pro App: Version 2.0.30 Features
The new version of the EOS Webcam Utility Pro for Win/Mac app incorporates the following enhancements and fix:
New Features:
UI Improvements:
Fixes:
EOS Webcam Utility app Version 2.0.30 is available for the following EOS models:
1D X Mark III, Rebel SL1, 1D X Mark II, Rebel T7, 5DS R, Rebel T6, 5DS, Rebel T5, 5D Mark IV, Rebel T100, 5D Mark III, R3, 6D Mark II, R5, 6D, R6, 7D Mark II, R7, 90D, R10, 80D, Ra, 77D, R, 70D, RP, Rebel T8i, M6 Mark II, Rebel T7i, M50 Mark II, Rebel T6s, M50, Rebel T6i, M200, Rebel T5i, PowerShot G5 X Mark II, Rebel SL3, PowerShot G7 X Mark III, Rebel SL2, Powershot SX70 HS
From Canon USA:
Service Notice: Kokomo by Canon Early Access App for Meta Quest 2: Version 0.0.102 Features
The updated version of the Kokomo by Canon Early Access app for Meta Quest 2 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:
Enhancements
Fixes:
Kokomo by Canon Early Access app Version 0.0.102 is available on the Meta AppLab.
From Sony Electronics:
Sony Electronics Announces Newest Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Vlogging Camera, the ZV-1 II
The Integrated Lens and Compact Camera in the Vlog Camera ZV-Series Opens the Door for a Wider Audience of Content Creators
SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics launches the all-new second generation camera to the ZV-1 in the vlog camera ZV series, the ZV-1 II, which includes highly requested and popular market-leading features. With a wider-angle lens than ZV-1, the ZV-1 II helps vloggers make more engaging storytelling with attractive photogenic image quality.
With the 1.0-type Exmor RS™ image sensor (approximately 20.1 effective megapixels), BIONZ X™ image processing engine, and newly developed ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 18-50 mm F1.8-4i lens, the ZV-1 II allows for creators of many skill levels to enjoy sophisticated capabilities. From the 18-50mmii wide angle lens which can frame everything from group selfies to narrow interiors or dynamic recordings of everyday scenes to the Multiple Face Recognitioniii, which recognizes multiple faces and automatically adjusts to keeps all faces sharp and clear when taking selfie shots that include two or three people, the ZV-1 II is the advanced vlogging camera packed into a travel-size.
"The ZV-1 II is an exciting chapter for content creators and will be the go-to camera for many, including vloggers, social media influencers and short form video creators. With the newest vlog camera in the ZV series, we have taken requests from various users and included features that matter most to vloggers," says Yang Cheng, Vice President, Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc. "We are striving to take feedback from our community to continue to expand and elevate our ZV series and the ZV-1 II does just that."
Comprehensive Features for Vloggers & Video Content Creators
The ZV-1 II has a number of new and popular features that will empower creators to capture better content.
Compact and Lightweight for Easy Portability, Operability, Connectivity
The ZV-1 II is perfect for on-the-go; its compact and lightweight design can be easily carried in a pocket or small bag, even with its optical wide zoom lens. The ZV-1 II supports different filming styles with the vari-angle screen suitable for selfies, easy to hold body grip (or with an optional GP-VPT2BT grip), user-friendly key and control layoutxi and the recording indicator on the front face of the body. The monitor display has been redesigned with a bold, clearly visible red frame that makes it obvious when recording is in progress. Power charge easily via a USB Type-C® connector.
Creators can connect and share content easily with Sony's Creators' Cloud platform and easy smartphone connection. The Creators' App can be used to control the ZV-1 II from a smartphone, monitor camera battery and media status, edit date and camera names, and easily transfer stills and videos shot, even in the background. The Creators' Appxii also provides a convenient way to update camera software.
For easy high-quality live streaming, simply connect the ZV-1 II to a PC or smartphone xiii with a commercially available USB cable (not included) to use it as a webcam. Make your video more attractive in online meetings and live streaming by using Creative Look to improve the skin's appearance and adjust the hue. Faces will appear clearer and brighter (Face Priority AE) and the eyes will be kept in focus (Real-time Eye AF).
Sustainable and Accessible Design
In addition to Sony's commitment to a sustainable future with global initiatives like Road to Zero and the 2030 renewable energy goal, the ZV-1 II has been specifically developed with sustainability in mind. Recycled materials, including SORPLAS™xiv, are used for the camera body, reducing environmental impact without sacrificing functionality. Sony's unique recycled paper "Original Blended Material", which does not use plastic and is easy to recycle, is used for individual packaging. Using materials such as bamboo, sugar cane fiber, and recycled paper collected from the market, it is both environmentally friendly and high quality.
The ZV-1 II includes accessibility features that facilitate operation in several ways, including screen reader functionality for people with low vision or with visual impairments. Accessibility features allow anyone to enjoy shooting and playback. When the screen reader functionxv is activated, text on the menu screens is read aloud. The screen reader function can be activated by turning the [Screen Reader] function in the [Setup] tab ON. Screen reader volume can be adjusted via the [Sound Options] settings. In addition to the above, the ZV-1 II includes several functions that assist in achieving pinpoint focus on a variety of subjects. Additionally, the Real-time Eye AF can automatically recognize and focus on [Human] or [Animal], or the Real-time Tracking function. Focus Magnification, and Peaking functions make it easier to focus manually, and features like Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, and Touch Shutter let the user focus, track, and shoot simply by touching the subject on the monitor screen. ZV-1 II accessibility features (items listed in the specifications): Screen Reader, Touch AE, Focus Magnifier, Peaking Display, Real-time Eye AF, Real-time Tracking, Touch Focus, Touch Tracking, Touch Shutter, Vari-angle LCD screen and Custom function.
Pricing and Availability
The new ZV-1 II will be available in June 2023 at a variety of Sony's authorized dealers, for an estimated retail price of $900 USD and $1,200 CAN.
Orders
Order the Sony ZV-1 II Vlogging Camera at B&H or Adorama.
Notes:
i 35mm format equivalent. 9 elements in 9 groups, including 5 aspherical and 1 AA (because the advance aspherical element is one of the 5 aspherical lenses) lens elements. 7-bladede circular aperture. T* Coating to suppress ghost and flaring.
ii 35mm format equivalent.
iii Compatible with video modes/S&Q mode only. Wide side. iAUTO mode selected. Does not work when the Bokeh switch is ON or when subject recognition is OFF.
iv Direction may be fixed depending on the shooting settings.
v Not compatible with digital audio interface.
vi The black bands at the image top and bottom are recorded as part of the image. The image (excluding the bars) is in CinemaScope aspect ratio, but the recorded image is 16:9.
vii Recording frame rates are indicated as the closest integer values. The actual corresponding frame rates are as follows: 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, and 120p: 119.88 fps.
viii Creative Look presets: ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE and Advanced settings (Saturation cannot be adjusted when BW or SE is selected): Contrast, highlights, shadows, fade, saturation, sharpness and clarity.
vix S&Q mode records in XAVC S HD format. Audio cannot be recorded. A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card is required. Recording at 100 Mbps requires a UHS-I (U3) SDHC/SDXC memory card.
x The angle of view is slightly narrower in Active Mode. Active Mode is set to be off when the recording frame rate is 120 p or when the "Slow & Quick Motion Frame Rate" is 120 fps.
xi Keys and controls on the ZV-1 II are optimally arranged for greater usability, including REC button and Still/Movie/S&Q button.
xii Check regional availability of services and applications via the URL below: Creators' App: https://www.sony.net/cca , Creators' Cloud: https://www.sony.net/cc/ Download app at Google Play and the App Store. Network services, content, and operating system and software subject to terms and conditions and may be changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.
xiii Streaming via USB gives 1280×720 resolution and 30 fps frame rate. To use this function, the PC's or smartphone's OS must support UVC/UAC. Be sure to use the OS's latest version. When connecting to a mobile device equipped with a USB Type-C® port, use a commercially available USB cable or terminal conversion adapter.
xiv SORPLAS™ may not be used for the parts used depending on the production period.
xv Availability varies depending on region and language.
King of Wings is a crazy hoodoo rock formation west of Nageezi, New Mexico, near the Bisti Badlands, De-Na-Zin Wilderness, Valley of Dreams, and Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness areas. Photographing this unique feature rose to the top of the to-do list, and the planning started.
The first King of Wings photography challenge occurs during online research. "King of Wings" search results are primarily related to a chicken part covered in BBQ sauce. Adding location-related keywords easily resolved that problem, and considerably more challenging obstacles remained. Getting there was one of them.
The King of Wings trailhead (a generous term) is another long-drive-from-everywhere New Mexico location. The last roads (about 17 miles of them) are rutted, and the final drive is a rough two-track. This long slab of rock hanging about 10' (3m) beyond the pillar holding it is another GPS-guided two-mile hike across a non-descript trailless desert.
For energy conservation reasons, I opted to take one camera and one lens. My choice? The Canon EOS R5 and the RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens.
Based on scouting, this lens's focal length range had the optimal angles of view. This lens delivers superb optical quality, and the R5 is my go-to camera for nearly everything.
King of Wings is unique enough to be photogenic at any time of the day, but the timing goal for this shoot was such that the setting sun would cast a warm light tone practically upward as it set.
With only a few minutes of the ideal light color, it was imperative that clouds not be present. However, clouds in the background would be welcomed. The weather forecast indicating a clearing sky at sunset seemed optimal, and it was go time.
The long hike back to the SUV in the dark and subsequent drive to the airport were better with the knowledge that another goal shot was on the memory card.
A larger version of this image is available here.
Canon just released eleven camera firmware updates.
These firmware updates incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:
The following camera firmware is now available:
Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 have been added to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens Review.
The Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens in stock at Canon USA and can be ordered from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX
Rent the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens from Lensrentals.
From Canon Japan (translated):
Apology and information regarding product supply status
Updated: May 18, 2023
Thank you for your continued patronage of Canon products.
Currently, we have received more orders than expected for each of the following products, and due to the impact of global supply of parts, delivery delays are occurring. Expected that the new product RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM will take a lot of time. We apologize again for making our customers wait so long. We will continue to take measures for stable product supply so that we can deliver products as soon as possible. Thank you kindly look forward for your understanding.
Product Name – About Supply
We are planning to ship sequentially, but it is expected that it will take a considerable amount of time to deliver. Even if you have already placed an order, it may be difficult to deliver it within 2023.
RF400mm F2.8L IS USM
RF800mm F5.6L IS USM
We are planning to ship in order, but it may take longer than usual to deliver.
Check out the Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens page for information about and expectations for this outstanding new lens option.
The MTF chart comparison is especially interesting.
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