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Canon Expands R System With R5, R6, New Glass
9 July 2020
Canon announced a major expansion to the R System, its full-frame mirrorless lineup, with two new camera bodies, a battery grip, four lenses and two lens extenders. the company also introduced a new 13-inch pigment printer we have reported here.
In the Covid-19 era, Canon made the announcements in a one-hour virtual product launch you can relive below:
"For all of the Canon research and development team members who worked tirelessly on the production of these new products, today marks the culmination of a long journey," said Tatsuro "Tony" Kano, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Canon U.S.A.'s Imaging Technologies & Communications Group.
"For those people looking for the next great tools to work with to expand their creative possibilities, the door is now wide open. The industry has asked for new products that can push their levels of creativity to new heights and we are confident that the EOS R5 and EOS R6, alongside the new lenses, lens extenders and the pro printer, will fulfill those needs and more."
Gear specifications and prices for the new products follow:
CANON R5
The EOS R5 is designed for professional application, featuring a new 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and uncropped 8K video recording up to 29.97 fps.
In a nutshell, the new R5 features:
- 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
- DIGIC X image processor
- 8K30 Raw and 4K120 10-bit internal video
- Sensor-shift 5-axis image stabilization
Specifications for the new R5 include:
CANON R5 SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 45-Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor Bit Depth 14-bit Lens Mount Canon RF Storage Slot 1: CFexpress Type B
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Viewfinder 0.5-inch OLED with 5,760,000 dots
100 percent coverage
0.76x magnification
-4 to +2 diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.2-inch, free-angle tilting touchscreen LCD
2,100,000 dotsShutter Mechanical Shutter: 1/8,000 to 30 seconds
Electronic Front Curtain: 1/8,000 to 30 seconds
Electronic: 1/8,000 to 0.5 secondsFrame Rate Mechanical Shutter: Up to 12 fps at 45-Mp for up to 180 Raw frames, 350 JPEGs
Electronic Shutter: Up to 20 fps at 45-Mp for up to 83 Raw frames, 170 JPEGsISO Auto, 100 to 51,200
Extended: 100 to 102,400Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization Sensor-shift, 5-axis stabilization Flash No built-in flash, hot shoe, eTTL
1/250 second maximum sync speedMovie Up to DCI 8K (8192 x 4320)
Clips up to 29:59
Built-in stereo mic, external mic inputConnectivity WiFi, Bluetooth
USB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI D (Micro)
3.5mm headphone, 3.5mm microphone
No GPSPower LP-E6NH rechargeable lithium-ion battery Dimensions 5.43 x 3.84 x 3.46 inches Weight 1.62 lbs. Canon said the R5 will be available at the end of July for $3,899 (body only) and $4,999 with the RF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM kit lens. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
CANON R6
The EOS R6 is geared toward advanced amateurs featuring a 20.1-Mp full-frame CMOS sensor and 4K video recording up to 59.94 fps.
In a nutshell, the new R6 features:
- 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
- DIGIC X image processor
- 4K60 and FHD 120 10-bit internal video
- Sensor-shift 5-axis image stabilization
Specifications for the new R6 include:
CANON R6 SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 20.1-Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor Bit Depth 14-bit Lens Mount Canon RF Storage Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Viewfinder 0.5-inch OLED with 3,690,000 dots
100 percent coverage
0.76x magnification
-4 to +2 diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.0-inch, free-angle tilting touchscreen LCD
1,620,000 dotsShutter Mechanical Shutter: 1/8,000 to 30 seconds
Electronic Front Curtain: 1/8,000 to 30 seconds
Electronic: 1/8,000 to 0.5 secondsFrame Rate Mechanical Shutter: Up to 12 fps at 20-Mp for up to 240 Raw frames, 1,000 JPEGs
Electronic Shutter: Up to 20 fps at 20-Mp for up to 40 Raw frames, 1,000 JPEGsISO Auto, 100 to 51,200
Extended: 100 to 102,400Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization Sensor-shift, 5-axis stabilization Flash No built-in flash, hot shoe, eTTL
1/250 second maximum sync speedMovie Up to UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
Clips up to 29:59
Built-in stereo mic, external mic inputConnectivity WiFi, Bluetooth
USB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI D (Micro)
3.5mm headphone, 3.5mm microphone
No GPSPower LP-E6NH rechargeable lithium-ion battery Dimensions 5.43 x 3.84 x 3.48 inches Weight 1.5 lbs. Canon said the R6 willo be available at the end of August for $2,499 (body only), $2,899 with the RF 24-105 f4-7.1 IS STM kit lens or $3,599 with the RF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM lens kit. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
100-500MM LENS
The Canon RF 100-500mm f4.5-7.1L IS USM spans a short- to super-telephoto range in a compact form factor. The modest maximum aperture enables a relatively portable design well-suited to handheld, walkaround use and its optical image stabilization steadies photos and videos by up to five stops.
Specifications for the new zoom include:
Canon RF 100-500mm f4.5-7.1L IS USM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 100mm to 500mm Aperture Maximum: f4.5 to f7.1
Minimum: f32 to f54
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 24° to 5° Minimum Focus 2.95 feet Magnification 0.12x to 0.33x Optical Design 20 elements in 14 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 77mm Dimensions 3.69 x 8.17 inches Weight 3 lbs. Canon said the RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens will be available in September for $2,699. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
600MM LENS
The compact, lightweight Canon RF 600mm f11 IS STM features a retractable design with a fixed f11 aperture and optical image stabilization to makes handheld super-telephoto shooting feasible.
Specifications for the new prime include:
Canon RF 600mm f11 IS STM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 600mm Aperture f11 Angle of View 4°10' Minimum Focus 14.76 feet Magnification 0.14x Optical Design 10 elements in 7 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.66 x 10.61 inches Weight 2.05 lbs. Canon said the RF600mm f11 IS STM will be available at the end of July for $699.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
800MM LENS
The Canon RF 800mm f11 IS STM is characterized by its retractable design and a fixed f11 aperture and four-stop optical image stabilization which make handheld super-telephoto shooting feasible.
Specifications for the new telephoto include:
Canon RF 800mm f11 IS STM LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 800mm Aperture f11 Angle of View 3°5' Minimum Focus 19.69 feet Magnification 0.14x Optical Design 11 elements in 8 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 95mm Dimensions 4.0 x 13.85 inches Weight 2.77 lbs. Canon said the RF800mm f11 IS STM will be available at the end of July for $899.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
85MM MACRO LENS
The RF 85mm f2 Macro IS STM can focus as close as 1.15 feet away with a 1:2 maximum magnification. The STM stepping motor is quiet and autofocus smooth.
Specifications for the new macro include:
CANONRF 85mmf2 MACRO IS STM SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Focal Length 85mm Aperture Maximum: f2
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 28°30' Minimum Focus 1.15 feet Magnification 0.5x Macro Reproduction Ratio 1:2 Optical Design 12 elements in 11 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 67mm Dimensions 3.07 x 3.56 inches Weight 17.64 oz. Canon said the RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM will be available in October for $599.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
1.4X EXTENDER
The Extender RF 1.4x. magnifies the image by 1.4x and retains full communication between the lens and camera body, enabling metering, autofocus and image stabilization as well as the transmission of EXIF data.
Specifications for the new 1.4x extender include:
CANON EXTENDER RF 1.4x SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Magnification 1.4x Light Loss 1 stop Dimensions 0.8 x 2.8 inches Weight 7.9 oz. Canon said the RF Extender 1.4x will be available at the end of July for $499.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
2X EXTENDER
The Extender RF 2x. magnifies the image by 2x and retains full communication between the lens and camera body, enabling metering, autofocus and image stabilization as well as the transmission of EXIF data.
Specifications for the new 2x extender include:
CANON EXTENDER RF 2x SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon RF Magnification 2x Light Loss 2 stops Dimensions 1.5 x 2.8 inches Weight 12 oz. Canon said the RF Extender 2x will be available at the end of July for $599.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
For more information see the news release below.
Canon Officially Announces The Canon EOS R5 and R6
The Company Is Also Announcing Four RF Lenses, Two RF Lens Extenders and a PRO Printer
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Canon U.S.A. Inc. has introduced the company's next generation of full-frame mirrorless cameras -- the EOS R5 and EOS R6. These groundbreaking cameras are the result of many years of collecting and listening to feedback from Canon users and are sure to meet the needs and demands of a variety of creators. The EOS R5 is a camera designed for professional applications featuring a new 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and uncropped 8K video recording up to 29.97 fps. The EOS R6 is geared toward advanced amateurs featuring a 20.1-Mp full-frame CMOS sensor and 4K video recording up to 59.94 fps. The addition of the EOS R5 and the EOS R6 cameras within the EOS R series lineup further solidifies Canon's commitment to providing the equipment needed for users to bring their content to the next level.
Canon is also introducing four RF lenses and two RF lens extenders: The Canon RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM, Canon RF600mm f11 IS STM, Canon RF800mm f11 IS STM and RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM lenses. All four new lenses were designed to meet the ever-expanding demands of the skilled creatives who capture amazing imagery using EOS R series cameras, including the new EOS R5 and EOS R6. In addition to the lenses, there are two new RF lens extenders, a 1.4x and a 2x model, allowing for users to take their compatible RF lens focal lengths even farther and a 13-inch professional printer, the imagePROGRAF PRO-300, to bring photos to life through the power of print.
"For all of the Canon research and development team members who worked tirelessly on the production of these new products, today marks the culmination of a long journey. For those people looking for the next great tools to work with to expand their creative possibilities, the door is now wide open," said Tatsuro "Tony" Kano, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Canon U.S.A.'s Imaging Technologies & Communications Group. "The industry has asked for new products that can push their levels of creativity to new heights and we are confident that the EOS R5 and EOS R6, alongside the new lenses, lens extenders and the pro printer, will fulfill those needs and more."
Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6
Both the EOS R5 and EOS R6 cameras have the ability to capture the action of a variety of fast-moving subjects with impressive accuracy and speed. When using the mechanical shutter, each can shoot up to 12 fps and up to 20 fps when using the completely silent shutter. Both cameras are the first to be outfitted with Canon's advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II which utilizes up to approximately100 percent coverage of the AF area and EOS iTR AF X incorporating AF tracking algorithms using deep learning technology and enhanced readout speed of the CMOS sensor and processing speed thanks to the DIGIC X image processor. The 1,053 automatically selected AF Zones are made even more potent by the ability to detect the human eye, face or head as well as the eye, face or body of animals such as dogs, cats and even birds[i]. Adding to the feature set is the 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilizer, having coordinated control with Optical Image Stabilizer in IS equipped RF lenses. This provides up to 8 stops[ii] of shake correction, a feature that many creators have long asked for from Canon. Both the EOS R5 and R6 cameras come with a new LP-E6NH battery with a higher capacity than the previous model.
As the new flagship model in the EOS R series lineup, the EOS R5 camera has features that pack a punch for a variety of users who create both still and video content. It has a powerful 45-Mp full-frame CMOS sensor and is driven by the speedy DIGIC X image processor, giving wide dynamic range as well as boasting an ISO range of 100-51,200 that is expandable up to 102,400[iii]. In a camera full of eye-popping features, one that really stands out is the ability to record uncropped 8K Raw internal video recording up to 29.97 fps and 8K internal video recording up to 29.97 fps in 4:2:2 10-bit Canon Log (H.265)/4:2:2 10-bit HDR PQ (H.265). The camera can also record 4K internal video recording up to 119.88 fps in 4:2:2 10-bit Canon Log (H.265)/4:2:2 10-bit HDR PQ (H.265). External recording in 4K is also available up to 59.94 fps. When in DCI modes, the 8K and 4K video recording is uncropped and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II is available in all 8K and 4K recording modes. Additional features of the EOS R5 camera include:
- Dual-card slots: 1x CFexpress[iv] and 1x SD UHS-II[v]
- Built-in 0.5-inch OLED EVF with approximately 5.76 million dots and a 119.88 fps refresh rate[vi]
- 3.2-inch 2.1 million dots vari-angle LCD touch screen
- 5GHz/2.4GHz Built-in WiFi[vii] and Bluetooth[viii] Technology with the ability to utilize the image.canon application, as well as optional WFT-R10A wireless file transmitter with Ethernet support
- Enhanced operating controls such as rear-dial, multi-controller
- The ability to voice tag photos and videos
- Weather, drip and dust sealing on par with the EOS 5D series
The EOS R6 camera is well-equipped with a host of new features to push the limits of creativity for imaging enthusiasts. The combination of the EOS-1D X Mark III based 20.1-Mp full-frame CMOS sensor and the DIGIC X image processor produces an ISO range of 100-102,400 and is expandable to 204,800. Internal video recording at 4K is capable up to 59.94 fps or 1080p up to 119.88 fps in 10 bit 4:2:2 Canon Log(H.265) or HDR PQ(H.265). The camera also features a built-in 0.5-inch OLED EVF with approximately 3.69 million dots and a 119.88 fps refresh rate[vi]. Additional features of the EOS R6 camera include:
- Dual UHS-II SD card slots
- 3.0-inch 1.62 million dots vari-angle LCD touch screen
- 2.4GHz Built-in WiFi[vii] and Bluetooth Technology[viii] with the ability to utilize the image.canon application
- Enhanced operating controls such as rear-dial, multi-controller
- Weather, drip and dust sealing on par with the EOS 6D series
Battery Accessory
The optional BG-R10 battery grip accessory will be available for both the EOS R5 and EOS R6 full-frame mirrorless cameras. The BG-R10 accommodates up to two batteries and is compatible with the new LP-E6NH, LP-E6N and LP-E6 batteries. The convenient BG-R10 grip accessory can also improve handling for users while capturing portrait photography.
Canon RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM
The Canon RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM is a high-performance and versatile super-telephoto zoom lens that will find its way into the bags of many photographers. The compact and lightweight lens features optical image stabilization of up to five stops* of shake correction with three different IS modes, including standard, panning and during exposure only. Two Nano USM motors are at the heart of this lens and provide users with high-speed, smooth and quiet autofocus with a minimum focusing distance of three feet. Additional features of the Canon RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM include:
- Rotation-Type zoom ring and torque adjustment allows for precision control and feel
- Customizable control ring that enables photographers to adjust exposure compensation, shutter speed, aperture or ISO
- 12-pin Communication System
- Canon L-Series grade dust and weather-resistant construction with a fluorine coating
- Lens hood with side window allows specialty filters to be adjusted even while Lens Hood is attached
- Compatible with the new 1.4x and 2x RF lens extenders (from 300 to 500mm focal length)
Canon RF600mm and 800mm f11 IS STM
The Canon RF600mm and RF800mm f11 IS STM lenses are the first fixed focal length super-telephoto RF lenses and are incredibly compact and lightweight. The portability of the new lenses is made even greater due to the ability for the lens barrel to retract and lock in place when the lenses are stowed away and not in use. Diffractive Optics technology helps to reduce the necessary number of lenses and greatly diminish the cost of the lenses, making them affordable for a broader group of photographers. Additional features of the Canon RF600mm and RF800mm f11 IS STM lenses include:
- Lightweight -- the RF600mm weighs approximately 2.05lb and the RF800mm weighs approximately 2.78lb, respectively
- Compact size, RF600mm measures approximately 7.85inch and RF800mm with measures approximately 11.09inch when retracted, respectively
- Fixed f11 aperture
- Optical image stabilization of five stops for the RF600mm and four stops for the RF800mm of Shake Correction
- Lead screw-type STM enables smooth autofocusing for still-image and video shooting
- Customizable control ring that allows photographers to adjust exposure compensation, shutter speed, aperture or ISO
- 12-pin Communication System
- Compatible with the new 1.4x and 2x RF lens extenders
Canon RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM
The third RF85mm lens in the RF lineup, the Canon RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM is compact and lightweight, featuring a bright f2 aperture helping to capture images that have exceptional bokeh. The lens features a maximum magnification of 0.5x and a minimum focusing distance of 1.15 feet, providing users with macro-photography capability. Additional features of the Canon RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM include:
- Optical Image Stabilization with up to five stops* of Shake Correction
- Hybrid IS compensates for angular and shift camera shake during macro photography
- Control Ring for Direct Setting Changes.
- 12-pin Communication System
- Nine blade Circular Aperture
RF Lens Extenders
Lens extenders have long been a practical and useful tool for a variety of photographers. That story continues with the introduction of the Extender RF 1.4x and Extender RF 2x. The new lens extenders inherit the same high image quality, precision AF and reliability, such as being drip and dustproof, of EF lens extenders. When used in combination with the newly-released compatible lenses, the capturing range can be dramatically increased, providing consumers with additional use cases for their existing RF lenses.
Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300
Completing the lineup of professional printer options from 13 inches through 60 inches, Canon also unveiled today the new 13-inch Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300 Inkjet Printer along with a new Premium Fine Art Rough paper. Providing an improved workflow and high-quality output within a smaller footprint compared to previous models, this new printer excels at professional printing performance. Combined with the new Premium Fine Art Rough paper that features a textured surface to express the depth of an image, the printer along with the paper and new EOS R5 or EOS R6 camera introduces a new powerhouse professional imaging trio that meets creators' demands.
Pricing and Availability
The EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera is scheduled to be available at the end of July for an estimated retail price of $3,899 for the body only and $4,999 for the R5 and RF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM lens kit.
The EOS R6 full-frame mirrorless camera is scheduled to be available at the end of August for an estimated retail price of $2,499 for the body only, $2,899 for the R6 and RF 24-105 f4-7.1 IS STM lens kit or $3,599 for the R6 and RF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM lens kit.
The BG-R10 battery grip accessory and WFT-R10A are both scheduled to be available at the end of July for an estimated retail price of $349.99 and $999.99, respectively.
The RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 L IS USM lens is scheduled to be available in September for an estimated retail price of $2,699. The RF600mm f11 IS STM and RF800mm f11 IS STM lenses are scheduled to be available at the end of July for an estimated retail price of $699.99 and $899.99, respectively. The RF85mm f2 MACRO IS STM lens is scheduled to be available in October for an estimated retail price of $599.99.
The RF Extender 1.4x and 2x are scheduled to be available at the end of July for an estimated retail price of $499.99 and $599.99 each.
The imagePROGRAF PRO-300 Printer will be available later in July for a suggested retail price of $899.99. Premium Fine Art Rough paper will also be available later in July for a suggested retail price of $44.99 for Letter size, $109.99 for 13" x 19" inches and $169.99, 17" x 22" inches.
For more information please visit, http://www.usa.canon.com/virtualproductlaunch.