We have been teased since the last valentine’s day with snippets of the EOS R5 specifications, and today, the curtain on EOS R5 was raised and the show begins.
Some of the impressive specifications of Canon EOS R5 was release in Feb and April this year leaving some burning and itching questions hanging for answers. With the official launch today, the Canon EOS R5 is seen as the Swiss Army Knife of Camera! This is a camera for everything video and photo that you will ever need. Let’s take a look.
If you need RESOLUTION
This camera is packed with the state-of-the-art 45MP CMOS Full-frame sensor powered by DIGIC X images processor, designed based on the structure of the Canon EOS 1DX Mark III
If you need 8K VIDEO
For entry-level 8K video recording, this camera gives you 8K RAW – non-cropped, internal recording up to 29.97fps in 4:2:2 10-bit in Canon Log (H.265) or 4:2:2 10-bit HDR PQ (H.265)
If you need 4K SLOW MOTION
Yes, you can now record slow motion in 4K video mode, it is a non-cropped internal recording 4K video capture – up to 120 fps in 4:2:2 10-bit in Canon Log (H.265) or 4:2:2 10-bit HDR PQ (H.265), 4:2:2 10-bit in Canon Log or 4:2:2 10-bit HDR PQ output via HDMI at 4K 59.94fps. For both 8K and 4K video, Dual Pixel AF II is available at all resolutions and frame rates.
If you need STABILISER
The first full-frame mirrorless EOS camera with built-in In-Body Image Stabiliser with up to -8 steps pairing with the new RF lenses with IS.
If you need SPEED
When shooting with the electronic shutter, high-speed continuous shooting of up to about 20 FPS with AF/AE tracking. For using the mechanical shutter/electronic front curtain, high-speed continuous shooting of up to approximately 12 FPS. This camera can handle action photography with ease.
If you need SHARPNESS
AF performance is improved with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, when Face + Tracking priority AF is set, the AF area covers almost the entire sensor with up to 5940 focus points. When you prefer manual AF selection, especially when shooting still images, the AF frame is automatically selected from a maximum of 1053 divided areas. The AF supports detection of human eyes, faces and heads, improvements from the EOS R. On top of that, it can detect the eyes, face and whole body of animals (dogs/cats/birds) to improve the capture rate of subjects.
If you need to SEE IN THE DARK
ISO is enhanced with maximum ISO 51200 and could be extended to ISO 102400 when shooting still images. The low brightness focusing limit of EV-6 is achieved. Achieves highly accurate focusing even in a dark environment where it is difficult for the naked eye to see the subject.
If you need FAST DATA TRANSFER
The EOS R5 is built with dual slots for CFexpress card (Type B) and SD memory card (UHS-II compatible), for a superfast file transfer if the CFexpress card is used. It supports Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connection to mobile devices such as smartphones. For the first time in the EOS series, it is compatible with the 5 GHz band wireless LAN standard as Wi-Fi built-in camera, enabling high-speed and stable communication. It also supports FTP and FTPS, or use the Image.Canon site to upload your images with no size limit fo up to 30 days.
Other STUFF you may need
- The built-in high-definition EVF with a field-of-view rate of about 100% at about 5.76 million dots.
- Dust-proof/drip-proof structure is used to prevent water droplets and sand dust from entering the camera. In addition, a highly rigid magnesium alloy body that achieves both robustness and lightweight ensures high reliability.
- Vari-angle touch screen LCD Panel. Top LCD panel for quick information readout
- Improved LPE6NH battery with 15% more battery power.
And you tell me now, just by the features alone, is this ONE camera you will ever need for all the work done by photographer and videography to last at least 5 to 8 years?
The proper review is incoming when we got our hands on it. Stay tuned.
The Canon EOS R5 expected to hit the shelves this August with RM17,999 for the body only. Contact Canon Malaysia for more information.
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