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New Canon Lenses Availiability Postponed

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Canon has released a statement in which it apologizes for the postponement of recently announced lenses.  The EF 8-15mm f/4L, EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II, and EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II were all scheduled to be released in March 2011.

However, the recent earthquake in Japan caused damage to its manufacturing plants and, as a result, the availability of these lenses is currently unknown.  Canon stated that it will provide an update on the availability of these lenses once that date becomes clear.  Note that B&H Photo has listed an approximate availability date of May for the 8-15mm and 400mm lenses (see above links).

[via Canon]

 

Associated Press Sees Canon 5D Mark II as a “Game Changer”

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In the above video from Beet.TV, Vice President & Director of Associated Press Broadcasting News, Kevin Roach, talks about writers taking on video projects and photographers adding the 5D Mark II to their arsenal in order to tell a story beyond a single frame.

No doubt the 5D Mark II is a game changer; however, Roach’s commentary on the AP’s approach to news gathering and what this new era of DSLRs has done for the AP is interesting nonetheless.

Canon UK Backs Out of Focus on Imaging 2011 at Last Minute

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Canon at Focus on Imaging

Focus on Imaging is the largest annual trade show in Europe and is scheduled for March 6-9, 2011.  Focus on Imaging is a place where Canon has had a massive presence in past years.  This year, however, Canon won’t be there.  Moreover, Canon’s decision to not participate was only made public today. [Read more…]

New Canon DSLR and Lens Rebates

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Canon USA has launched a new instant rebate program for the Canon 60D, 7D and a number of lenses.  Additionally, the lens rebates are doubled when purchased with a Canon 1D Mark IV, 1Ds Mark III, 5D Mark II, 7D or 60D (see example below).  These rebates are valid through March 19, 2011. [Read more…]