The new Canon EOS R1 camera is already in stock at Amazon from an authorized US dealer:

Despite the buzz online, I don't think many people pre-ordered the R1 flagship camera:

Canon announced shortages for the latest EOS R1, EOS R5 Mark II cameras, and other products

It seems that the new Canon EOS R1 camera is a flop based on the number of pre-orders so far

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There is a new LensFinder website that keeps a database of all lenses for Sony E, Nikon F/Z, Canon EF/RF, and MFT cameras:

The site's Lens Finder Tool lets users filter camera lenses by brand, focal length, aperture, and more - making it easy to find the perfect lens - the website link will be permanently added to the navigation menu above for easy access:

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Nikon released Q2 financial results

• No real change or surprises
• 1^st half revenue at ¥151.7 billion, earnings at ¥28.8.
• The full-year forecast remains the same at ¥305 billion, but the earnings forecast raised from ¥45 to ¥47 million.
• The full-year forecast remains the same, with 850,000 bodies and 1.35m lenses.
• Nikon claims the market is still 6.1 million bodies and 9.6 million bodies (same as the claimed in August).

Ricoh released Q2 financial results: “The Camera business performed well thanks to the contribution of new products, resulting in increased sales and profits””

• The Camera business performed well thanks to the contribution of new products, resulting in increased sales and profits

Fujifilm Financial Results For FY2025 Q2 – Strong Digital Camera Sales

• In the Imaging segment, consolidated revenue amounted to ¥257.2 billion (up 17.4% year-over-year).
• Consolidated operating income amounted to ¥66.2 billion (up 33.8% year-over-year).
• In the consumer imaging business, steady sales of the instax instant photo systems drove revenue higher.
• In the professional imaging business, strong sales of digital cameras contributed to higher revenue.

Canon Q3 2024 Financial Results

• In the markets which we compete, weak demand in China and Europe, but solid demand overall
• Sales of cameras, network cameras and laser printers, which recovered in second quarter, continued to grow steadily in third quarter
• Steady growth in commercial printing equipment sales where medium-to long-term market growth is expected
• Third-quarter sales up 5.3% from last year and at record high level, also achieved record high in YTD sales
• Operating profit up nearly 20%, operating profit ratio one point above last year

Sony Q2 FY2024 Consolidated Financial Results

Entertainment, Technology & Service Segment:

• Sales for the quarter were 619.8 billion yen, essentially flat year-onyear.
• Operating income increased 15% year-on-year to 70.2 billion yen, mainly due to the favorable impact of foreign exchange rates and cost reduction effects.
• The FY24 forecast remains unchanged from the previous forecast.
• Major markets such as North America, Europe, China and Japan remained generally stable during the quarter, and solid business operations enabled us to achieve operating income that exceeded the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.
• We continue to pay close attention to inventory control, and, while overall segment sales remained essentially the same as in the same period of the previous fiscal year, we were able to reduce inventory by approximately 10% at the end of the quarter.
• On the other hand, the imaging business, which significantly grew year-on-year in the first quarter ended June 30, 2024, mainly in China, was essentially flat year-on-year in the current quarter. As a result, we have incorporated into our forecast a pro-active change to a more cautious production and inventory plan in preparation for the year-end selling season.

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Canon officially announces the previously rumored three hybrid and one stereoscopic prime lenses for RF mount:

• Pre-orders: B&H | WEX | Erhardt
• Additional information
• Press releases
• Key features of the new lenses:

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z Lens

• Up to 7.5 stops with IBIS and OIS
• Wide and fast constant f2.8 aperture
• Up to 400mm with 2x extender
• Well-suited to stills and video
• Compatible with Canon Zoom servo grip
• Available in white or black variants

Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens

• Industry-standard focal length
• Impressively detailed images
• Smooth iris ring lock control
• Fast and bright f1.4 aperture
• Silent AF with Nano USM & VCM
• Canon L lens build quality

Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens

• Impeccable image quality
• Sharp and precise focusing
• Smooth iris ring lock control
• Fast and bright f1.4 aperture
• Silent AF with Nano USM & VCM
• Flexible minimum focusing distance

Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual Lens

• Dual fisheye lenses developed for 3D 180° VR content
• Perfectly synchronised images
• Intelligent folding optical design
• Built for edge-to-edge sharpness
• Meeting the demands of growing VR technology

New: Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM lens for capturing spatial video for the Apple Vision Pro and Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye lens for VR content

Here is what to expect from Canon on October 30th

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Additional details on the Canon 250MP CMOS sensor can be found here:

Additional Details About Canon 250MP Sensor and EOS R7 High Sensitivity Extended Firmware

Canon displays a 250MP prototype camera

Canon announced three new sensors, including their 250MP APS-H-size CMOS sensor

Canon develops 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor, the world’s highest pixel count for its size

Canon 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor demo (video)

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At the 2024 Chinese CPSE show, Canon displayed a prototype camera with a 250MP sensor and a new EOS R7 camera high-sensitivity extended firmware.

I assume this is the same 250MP APS-H-size CMOS sensor Canon has been marketing/promoting for years - since 2015 (see product page):

Canon announced three new sensors, including their 250MP APS-H-size CMOS sensor

Canon develops 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor, the world’s highest pixel count for its size

Canon 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor demo (video)

Via CanonAddict

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The new Canon EOS R1 flagship camera is expected to start shipping on November 14th:

Paul's Photo published their Canon R1 first look videos:

The long-rumored Canon EOS R1 and R5 Mark II cameras are now officially announced

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Here are the three lenses that are rumored to be announced on October 30th:

• Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM
• Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM
• Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z

Canon is teasing three new hybrid lenses to be announced on October 30th

Via CanonAddict

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Canon is teasing three new hybrid lenses to be announced on October 30th:

Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM Coming Soon

Stay tuned for more information - check also CanonAddict for the latest Canon news:

Canon EOS R5 Mark II – AF Stuttering Issue Is A “Design Issue”

Canon RF 135mm f/2 Patent Found

Canon EOS R5 Mark II Teardown

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