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Vello FreeWave Plus II Wireless Remote Shutter Release Review

January 2, 2023 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

The Vello FreeWave Plus II is a wireless shutter release that can trigger the shutter from up to 320′ (~97m) away. The FreeWave Plus works with most cameras that have a remote port, including Canon mirrorless and DSLRs, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Fuji, and Panasonic, among others. I’m using the Canon version, which ships with both a Canon 3-pin cable, as well as a 2.5mm sub-mini cable. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: camera remote, Canon, FreeWave Plus, Remote, Vello, wireless remote

 

Canon USA Targeted in Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach

December 23, 2020 By Eric Reagan

Canon Booth

Canon USA got an early Christmas present today in the form of a class-action lawsuit (Finnigan et al v. Canon USA, Inc.) over the recent ransomware attack and data breach, which (according to Canon) affected current and former employees. Canon disclosed some details about the incident back in November: [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: Canon, Canon USA, cybersecurity, data breach, lawsuit, privacy

Canon EOS R5 Coming in 2020

February 13, 2020 By Eric Reagan

Alongside the new Canon Rebel T8i, we also received news that the Canon EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera will be out later this year. Canon says the R5 will capture 8K video and will 20fps with a silent shutter and 12fps with the mechanical shutter. It will also feature in-body image stabilization – a first for the Canon EOS line.

In addition to the R5, Canon also announced the development of seven new RF lenses and two RF extenders due out in 2020, including the new RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens.

If you’re going to be at WPPI later this month, you can catch the EOS R5 on display at the Canon booth.

I love what Canon is doing with the EOS R product line and I’m looking forward to seeing the R5 and the lens line built out.

Full details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: Canon, EOS R, EOS R5, RF, RF lens

Canon Rebel T8i Unveiled

February 13, 2020 By Eric Reagan

Canon has announced its new Rebel T8i entry-level DSLR with a more advanced AF system featuring 45-point all cross-type sensors. The camera also captures 4K 24p video and records vertical video to support the growing mobile trend.

Canon Rebel T8i Key Features

  • 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
  • UHD 4K24p Video
  • Vertical Video Support
  • 45-Point All Cross-Type AF
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • ISO 100-25600
  • 220,000 Pixel New AE Sensor and EOS iTR AF (Face Detection)
  • Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity

The Canon Rebel T8i will run $749 for the body only and $899 as a kit with the EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens. It is available for pre-order here at B&H Photo.

More details in the complete release from Canon below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: Canon, dslr, rebel, T8i

Canon EOS 1D X Mark III Announced

October 24, 2019 By Eric Reagan

Canon has announced that the development of the 1D X Mark III is underway. It will feature an all-new CMOS sensor and “will be blisteringly fast.”

Canon 1D X Mark III Key Features

  • Updated CMOS Sensor and DIGIC Processors
  • 16 fps Shooting with Viewfinder
  • 20 fps Shooting During Live View
  • 4K 10-Bit 4:2:2 Internal Video Recording
  • Canon Log and Raw Video Support
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 525 Selectable Areas
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS
  • 10-Bit HEIF Stills Support
  • Dual CFexpress Memory Card Slots

No word yet on pricing or release date. You can see more in the press release below or sign up for pre-order notifications here on B&H Photo. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: 1D X Mark III, Canon, dslr, eos

Canon IVY Rec Camera Ships October 20

October 13, 2019 By Eric Reagan

Back in January at CES 2019, Canon showed off several concept cameras – one of which turned into the Canon IVY Rec outdoor camera built around a carabiner design and quasi-launched via a limited pre-order Indigogo campaign. The Canon IVY Rec is now set to ship on October 20 for $129.

It offers a very simple design with limited controls, including no display or traditional viewfinder. It features a 13MP CMOS sensor and 1080/60p video capture. Wireless connectivity through the free Canon Mini Cam app gives you camera control and image transfer functionality.

It comes in Avocado (green), Dragonfruit (pink), and Riptide (blue) colors. You can find the Canon IVY Rec camera here at B&H Photo and here on Amazon.com.

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: camera, Canon, IVY

Canon EOS RP Review

September 23, 2019 By Eric Reagan

A few months back, I reviewed the Canon EOS R. While it’s not the perfect mirrorless camera, it is a great first outing for Canon. In the shadow of the EOS R, we’re now looking at the more budget-friendly Canon EOS RP. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon, Reviews Tagged With: Canon, EOS RP, full frame, mirrorless, review

Deal: Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens for $199

September 2, 2019 By Eric Reagan

B&H has the Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens for $199.99 (reg. $299.99). This is a lightweight and affordable wide lens that gives you a 16-28.8mm equivalent field of view for a full-frame camera. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

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Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: Canon, deal, lens, sale, wide angle

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and G7 X Mark III Announced

July 11, 2019 By Eric Reagan

Alongside the new RF 24-240mm lens announced this week, Canon also unveiled the new PowerShot G5 X Mark II and G7 X Mark III compact cameras. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: Canon, compact camera, G5 X Mark II, G7 X Mark III, pocket camera, PowerShot

Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens Announced

July 9, 2019 By Eric Reagan

Canon has announced the RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM lens for the Canon EOS R line of full frame, mirrorless cameras. This is the sixth lens in the RF product line. It offers a 10x zoom range and is equipped with Nano USM for the best of both worlds in still and video autofocus.

Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Key Features

  • Nano USM AF System
  • Optical Image Stabilizer and Dynamic IS
  • Customizable Control Ring
  • Minimum focusing distance of 1.64 feet/0.50 meters at wide angle and 2.56 feet/0.78 meters at telephoto
  • Maximum magnification of 0.26x at telephoto
  • Approximate weight of 750 grams/26.4 ounces
  • Customizable control ring that allows photographers to adjust exposure compensation, shutter speed, aperture or ISO
  • 21 lens elements in 15 groups including one Aspheric and Two UD Lens
  • 12-pin communication system

The Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM lens will be available in September for $899 and is available for pre-order now. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Canon will also offer a new EOS RP kit that includes the RF 24-240mm lens for $2199. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Canon, Lenses Tagged With: 24-240mm, Canon, EOS R, lens, RF

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