CANON PULLS RELEASE CORD ON NEW MIRRORLESS & LENS

The photo stalwart has been throwing all its resources at bolstering its EOS R mirrorless camera line up of late, currently comprising 13 bodies and 34 lenses. That number is further swelled with the new addition of the Canon EOS R100. The R100 sits just below the recently issued R50 and is described by its manufacturer as family friendly.

Not only is it a new small, lightweight and compact entry-level option, it’s also Canon’s most affordable ‘R’ camera so far. The intended audience for this ‘photo first’ camera is smartphone users seeking higher quality than their handsets can deliver, but who at the same time don’t want hundreds of features. Ease of use is key here, and than includes the provision of a ‘GUI’ (Guided User Interface).

Headline features to focus on include a 24.1 MP APS-C sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, DIGIC 8 processor, a core light sensitivity range that tops out at ISO12800 but is further expandable, 3.5fps capture speed with face and AF tracking or 6fps with i-shot AF. On top of this we’re offered a silent mode, 4K resolution 25P video capture, Full HD up to 60fps or 720P up to 120fps.

For budding videographers the camera also provides built-in Movie Digital IS, Vertical Movies and Movie Digest function, whereby the R100 creates two to four second video clips every time a shot is taken and then compiles these into a motion sequence. Compatibility is offered with the Canon Connect App to allow for remote shooting, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity is also on board. Further essentials are that the EOS R100 weighs

In terms of price the main purchase option twins the EOS R100 body with a RF-S 1845mm lens for £669.99, with availability mid to end of June. We understand that Currys will also be offering its own twin lens kit that adds a 55-210mm.

Alongside the new camera

Canon has further announced a pancake lens for . Described as ‘a small lens for a wide world of creativity’, the optic weighs just 120g and measures a compact 24.7mm in length, making it Canon’s smallest and lightest RF lens yet. Provided here are a combined focus and control ring, a focus/control switch and 55mm filter thread. Suggested retail price is £344.99 and it’s also available this month.

Finally for now, Canon is offering us an , which is a new off shoe cable successor to the prior OC-E3. Slightly longer than its predecessor, the 80cm long cord supports flash and audio. The cable also incorporates a power line, enabling it to power Canon’s DM-E1D and ST-E10 accessories when attached. Compatible cameras include the R3, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, R10 and R50. Pricing for this accessory is £229.99.