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Canon Announces R1, R5 Mark II Mirrorless Cameras
17 July 2024
Canon has announced two new professional full-frame mirrorless cameras: the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II. The R1 is designed for both professional still photographers and video creators while the EOS R5 Mark II features improved video-focused featuresand real-time multi-recognition tracking system for those who focus on still photography.
EOS R1
Designed for professionals in the photojournalism, sports and wildlife fields, the flagship R1 fearures high-performance, reliability and weather resistance. The back-illuminated sensor pairs with a new processing system for faster reading with reduced rolling shutter.
It also features improved autofocus on subjects with linear detail and better video capabilities with a 6K Raw option.
Highlights of the R1 include:
- 24-megapixel full-frame stacked BSI CMOS sensor
- DIGIC aAccelerator and DIGIC X processing
- Dual Pixel AF with Action Priority
- Improved eye control AF
- 6K 60 Raw, 4K 120 10-bit internal video
- Up to 40 fps
- Pre-Continuous mode
- 9.44m-dot 0.9x EVF
- 3.0-inch 2.1m-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD
- Vertical grip
- Two CFexpress Type B slots
- WiFi 6E connectivity
- 2.5-GB Base-T Wired Ethernet
Specifications for the R1 include:
CANON EOS R1 SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 24-megapixel full-frame stacked BSI CMOS sensor
Aspect Ratio: 3:2Bit Depth 12-bit Lens Mount Canon RF File Formats Raw, JPEG, HEIF Storage Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B (CFexpress 2.0)
VPG-400 or faster recommendedViewfinder Built-in 0.5" OLED
9,440,000-dots
25mm eye point 100 percent coverage
0.9x magnification
-4 to +2 diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.2-inch, 2,100,000-dot, articulating touchscreen LCD
Top-mounted LCD status displayShutter Electronic Shutter:
- 1/64000 to 30 seconds - 1/16000 to 30 seconds in Manual mode - 1/16000 to 30 seconds in Shutter Priority mode Electronic Front Curtain Shutter:
- 1/8000 to 30 seconds Mechanical Shutter:
- 1/8000 to 30 secondsFrame Rate Electronic Shutter:
- Up to 40 fps at 24.2-Mp
Mechanical Shutter:
- Up to 12 fps at 24.2-MpISO 100 to 102,400
Extended: 50 to 409,600Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization 5-axis sensor-shift Flash eTTL, shoe mount, no built-in flash
Maximum Sync Speed: 1/320 secondMovie Raw 12-bit:
- 6000 x 3164 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
MP4/XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit:
- DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
- UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
- DCI 2K (2048 x 1080) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps
- 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps
External 4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI:
- DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
- UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
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Audio:
- 4-Channel 24-Bit LPCM
- 2-Channel 16-Bit AACConnectivity 2.4/5/6-GHz Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
HDMI, USB-C input, USB-C (USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 2) input/output/power
1/8" stereo mic and headphone jacksPower LP-E19 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 10.8 VDC, 2750 mAh Dimensions 6.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 inches Weight 2.5 lbs. Data Sheet EOS R1 Spec Sheet.pdf Canon said the R1 will be available in the fall for $6,299. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
EOS R5 MARK II
The EOS R5 Mark II camera offers "the fundamental elements in one package for sports/wildlife photographers, journalists/producers, video producers and visual creators," the company said.
Features include a 45-Mp back-illuminated full-frame sensor with accelerated processing, improved autofocus and tracking, plus cinema EOS video features.
A more powerful battery with twice the amperage runs the show and optional battery grips (see the press release) add more options
Highlights of the R5 include:
- 45-megapixel full-frame stacked BSI CMOS sensor
- DIGIC accelerator processing
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- Eye Control AF
- 8K 60 Raw/4K 60 SRAW/4K 120 10-bit video
- Up to 30 fps
- Pre-Continuous mode
- 5.76m-dot EVF
- 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD
- In-camera upscaling to 179-Mp
- CFexpress, SD UHS-II memory card slots
Specifications for the R5 include:
CANON EOS R5 MARK II SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 45-megapixel full-frame stacked BSI CMOS sensor
Aspect Ratio: 3:2Bit Depth 12-bit Lens Mount Canon RF File Formats Raw, JPEG, HEIF Storage Dual Slot:
- CFexpress Type B (CFexpress 2.0), VPG-400 supported
- SDXC/SDHC/SD (UHS-II) but not Eye-Fi or MMC cardsViewfinder Built-in 0.5" OLED
5,760,000-dots
24mm eye point 100 percent coverage
0.76x magnification
-4 to +2 diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.2-inch, 2,100,000-dot, articulating touchscreen LCD
Top-mounted LCD status displayShutter Electronic Shutter:
- 1/32000 to 30 seconds Mechanical Shutter:
- 1/8000 to 30 secondsFrame Rate ISO 100 to 512,400
Extended: 50 to 102,400Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization 5-axis sensor-shift Flash eTTL, shoe mount, no built-in flash
Maximum Sync Speed: 1/250 secondMovie See EOS R5 Markk II Spec Sheet.pdf Connectivity 2.4/5/6-GHz Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0
HDMI, USB-C (USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 2) input/output/power
1/8" stereo mic and headphone jacksPower LP-E6P rechargeable lithium-ion battery Dimensions 5.45 x 3.87 x 3.48 inches Weight 1.5 lbs. Data Sheet EOS R5 Markk II Spec Sheet.pdf Canon said the R5 Mark II will be available in August for $4,299 (body only) and $5,399 with the RF24-105mm f4 L IS USM lens. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Canon Officially Launches the New EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Canon has launched two new professional full-frame mirrorless cameras, the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II. The EOS R1 camera is designed for both professional still photographers and video creators in a wide range of fields including sports, news reporting and high-end video production. The EOS R5 Mark II camera features improved video focused features for the advanced creators and real-time multi recognition tracking system for those who focus on still photography.
Canon EOS R1 Camera 'Ahead of the Game'
Canon's EOS 1-series legacy continues with the unveiling of the flagship EOS R1 camera. This high-performance, reliable and weather-resistance camera is designed for professionals in the photojournalism, sports and wildlife fields. Key features of the EOS R1 camera include:
- Back-illuminated stacked 24.2-megapixel full-frame sensor and new processing system for extremely fast reading
- Increased read-out speed, reducing "rolling shutter" distortions
- Still-image shooting speeds up to 40fps
- "Cross-type AF" imaging sensor for more positive focus on subjects with linear detail
- Strong video capabilities, up to 4K (also 6K Raw video options)
Canon EOS R5 Mark II Helps 'Master the Moment'
For the professional who demands high-quality still and video output, the EOS R5 Mark II camera is ready to deliver. Designed with performance and image quality at its core, the EOS R5 Mark II camera offers the fundamental elements in one package for sports/wildlife photographers, journalists/producers, video producers and visual creators. Key features of the EOS R5 Mark II camera include:
- Back-illuminated stacked 45-Mp full-frame sensor and new processing system for extremely fast reading
- When compared to previous EOS R camera models, more advanced and powerful AF system including Eye Control AF and new subject tracking technologies
- Cinema EOS video features such as: Custom Picture color profile including Canon Log 2; False Color Wave Form Monitor; 4CH Audio with 24bit LPCM; and Pre-recording up to 5 seconds
Accessories for the EOS R5 Mark II camera were designed thoughtfully with the end-user in mind. There is a new, more powerful battery. The LP-E6P battery, when compared to previous battery versions, features higher continuous power and two-times the amperage. Optional battery grips were also thoughtfully designed and there are three options:
- BG-R20 for vertical operability
- BG-R20EP with Ethernet: Port enables high-speed wired communication
- CF-R20EP with Cooling Fan and Ethernet: Cooling fan helps maximize movie performance
Both cameras feature the new DIGIC Accelerator, which is an addition to the DIGIC X processor. The DIGIC Accelerator assists with deep learning processing which helps to quickly analyze large volumes of data and supports the next-gen AF system, Dual Pixel Intelligent AF. Dual Pixel Intelligent AF is based on Accelerated Capture and deep learning, allowing end-users to experience tracking advancements, such as body, joint and head area estimation and focus on people other than the main subject.
Price and Availability
The Canon EOS R1 camera is expected to be available in the Fall of 2024, for an estimated retail price of $6,299. The Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera is expected to be available in August, for an estimated retail price of $4,299 for the camera body only. The EOS R5 Mark II camera kit, which will include the RF24-105mm f4 L IS USM lens, will have an estimated retail price of $5,399. The estimated retail prices for the optional battery grips are:
- BG-R20 Grip: $560
- BG-R20EP Grip: $750
- CF-R20EP Grip: $600
For more information, please visit http://www.usa.canon.com.