We’ve been in on-again/off-again mode for Canon DSLR rumors over the past couple of days. And now, it looks like we may be on again with a new Canon 1-Series DSLR for next Tuesday, complete with specs in tow. [Read more…]
Canon EOS 1-Series Coming Next Tuesday?
The rumormill has exploded over the past week or so with reports of new DSLR models coming from both Nikon and Canon. The latest rumors suggest a high level of confidence in Canon’s release of a new DSLR on Tuesday, October 18. [Read more…]
Canon CPS VIP Event on October 18, 1D Mark V Rumored
Canon Europe sent out an invite for a CPS VIP event on October 18, a date which had previously been rumored as a announcement date for the Canon 1D Mark V or 1Ds Mark IV.
Rumored specs for the Canon pro camera are as follows: [Read more…]
More Canon 1Ds Mark IV Rumblings
It seems that rumors of the Canon 1Ds Mark IV just won’t go away. The latest word from Canon Rumors‘ sources proclaim an October announcement – with availability in 2012. Frequent spec rumors include a 30+MP sensor and high frame rate.
With no solid leaks or consistent rumors, it’s all still guess work at this point. With no new pro DSLR from Nikon so far this year though, there’s no new competitive threats to the 1D Mark IV or 1Ds Mark III.
There’s been a lot of speculation that the Japan earthquake has delayed both Canon and Nikon’s new products; however, that is still speculation until we get word from the companies’ mouth one way or the other. And that’s probably not something we are going to get – both Canon and Nikon rarely tip their hand until they are ready to proceed with their own marketing plans (leaks notwithstanding).
Canon Developing Wireless Remote Sync Cameras, 30fps Still Shooting a Possibility
Not only is Canon looking to put wireless TTL radio flash sync in future cameras, it is also working on technology to sync remote cameras with your primary camera.
According to a recently published patent application, Canon may be putting wireless camera syncing inside a future 1D/1Ds series body. We saw a hint of this in an earlier patent application, but this more recent application sheds some light on the breadth of the features. [Read more…]
Canon 1Ds Mark IV Underwater Housing Listed on Amazon
Aquatica Canon 1Ds Mark IV Underwater Housing Listing on Amazon
There is a listing here on Amazon for a Canon 1Ds Mark IV underwater housing that ships in 2-3 weeks. [Read more…]
Canon 1Ds Mark IV Listing Pops Up on Official Canon Site
Canon 1Ds Mark IV on Canon Website
When I first saw this list for extended warranty options showing the Canon 1Ds Mark IV, I figured it was a typo since it’s pretty common to see the 1D Mark IV mistakenly listed as the 1Ds Mark IV (even on some of Canon’s sites).
However, this was actually a separate listing from the 1D Mark IV and the 1Ds Mark III, already in the chart above. And, the 1Ds Mark IV listing was a different price. [Read more…]
32MP 1Ds Mark IV Soon, No Canon 5D Mark III Until 2012
This seems to be the most consistent rumor on the Canon side of the coin for some time now. That is, we get a new 1Ds camera in 2011, while the 5D Mark III is pushed off until next year. [Read more…]
Canon Working on Built-in Radio Triggers for Wireless Flash
You had to know this one was coming, right? For years now, DSLR manufacturers have been tied to wireless flash communication via light-based transmission systems, which puts limits on the ability to take your flashes out of the line-of-sight of other flashes. Of course, there are a plenty of workarounds – and there are third party solutions from the likes of PocketWizards and RadioPoppers.
But there has always been something missing with those other solutions. Maybe it’s a little clunky to strap on those third-party devices? Maybe there was some radio interference? Something, however minor, just doesn’t quite function like the factory specs of the wireless flash system under ideal conditions.
A recently filed patent application with the USPTO reveals that Canon is working on a radio-based solution for its wireless flash system with transmitters built-in camera bodies. [Read more…]
More Canon 1Ds Mark IV Rumors
Stephen Alvarez is at it again, adding more fuel to last week’s fire that the 1Ds Mark IV is being tested “in physically difficult conditions.” Still no word on specs.
Stay tuned for more rumors and news as we approach Photokina 2010.