Canon DSLR Camera Announcement For 2018 and Beyond

Canon EOS-1D X Mark II full frame camera with EF 35mm f/1.4L II lens

As reported earlier, Canon is expected to announce three new Tilt-Shift 'L' Macro and the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS lenses in the next few weeks. In addition, the consumer grade EOS-M100 mirrorless camera will also be released.

Heading into 2018 and beyond, The EOS-80D and EOS-7D Mark II's replacement, the Mark III will certainly be announced, together with the EOS-5Ds and EOS-5Ds R successor. Canon will almost certainly do away with the two different models and consolidate it into the EOS-5Ds Mark II camera.

I believe all the replacement cameras above will come with 4K video. In addition, Canon will beta test new EOS-1 bodies next year. The EOS-1D X Mark II is not scheduled to be replaced until 2019 or early 2020 but Canon has so many exciting technology they have to field test, including 100+MP sensors and Curved Sensors.

Finally, the professional full frame, mirrorless body with EF mount will be Canon's answer to the Sony A7 and A9 cameras that have been dominating the full frame mirrorless market for too long. I expect this high end mirrorless model will be announced some time in late 2018 or early 2019.

2018 and beyond are exciting years for Japan and Canon. The Soccer World Cup is in 2018 followed by the Olympic Winter Games in South Korea. Then the Rugby World Cup and Summer Olympic Games will be held in Japan in 2019 and 2020 respectively. Canon usually makes a splash in these big world athletic events by introducing new gear for pro photographers.

Canon Product Announcement RoadMap for 2017 and Beyond

2016 is drawing to an end soon and it has been a busy year for Canon new product announcements. The top-of-the-line EOS-1D X Mark II camera has now been delivered. I have taken it on the Upper Amazon and Peruvian Andes, Southern Africa and sub Arctic wildlife photo tours in the last few months. The EOS-5D Mark IV was also announced recently, together with the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II and EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III lens.

However, 2017 will be another announcement packed year for new products. Below is a recap of what to expect for next year and beyond. You can read my Canon lens recommendation, see my equipment bag and works on MichaelDanielHo.com

What to expect from Canon in 2017 and beyond. More to come.

DSLR, Powershot, Mirrorless and Cinema Cameras

• Rebel T7i and T7s APS-C camera. Around #CES or CP+Show
• EOS-5Ds Mark II full frame camera
• EOS-6D Mark II full frame camera
• Cinema EOS C100 Mark III
• A higher end, APS-C mirrorless camera
• Full frame, 'pro' model with EF mount coming 2017 - 2018
• Powershot SX70 HS
• Powershot G5X Mark II
• Powershot G9X Mark II

EF, EF-S and EF-M Lenses

• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS 
• EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III 
• EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM kit lens 
• EF 50mm - replacement to EF 50mm f/1.4 and EF 50mm f/1.2L
• New EF-M prime and Zoom lenses

Super Telephoto Lenses

• EF 200-600mm f/4-5.6 IS
• EF 600mm f/4 DO BR
• EF 400mm f/2.8L IS + 1.4x and 1.7x Extender

Canon DSLRs, Powershots, Mirrorless Cameras and Lenses Coming 2017

Canon EOS Cinema, DSLR, mirrorless cameras and EF lens lineup  

2016 is drawing to an end soon and it has been a busy year for Canon new product announcements. The top-of-the-line EOS-1D X Mark II camera has now been delivered. I have taken it on the Upper Amazon and Peruvian Andes, Southern Africa and sub Arctic wildlife photo tours in the last few months. The EOS-5D Mark IV was also announced recently, together with the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II and EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III lens.

However, 2017 will be another announcement packed year for new products. Below is a recap of what to expect for next year and beyond. You can  read my Canon lens recommendation, see my equipment bag and works on MichaelDanielHo.com

What to expect from Canon in 2017 and beyond. More to come.

DSLR, Powershot, and Mirrorless Cameras

• Rebel T7 APS-C camera. Around #CES or CP+Show
• EOS-5Ds Mark II full frame camera
• EOS-6D Mark II full frame camera
• A higher end, APS-C mirrorless camera
• Full frame, 'pro' model with EF mount coming 2017 - 2018
• Powershot G5X Mark II

EF, EF-S and EF-M Lenses

• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS 
• EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III 
• EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM kit lens 
• EF 50mm - replacement to EF 50mm f/1.4 and EF 50mm f/1.2L
• New EF-M prime and Zoom lenses

Super Telephoto Lenses

• EF 200-600mm f/4-5.6 IS
• EF 600mm f/4 DO BR
• EF 400mm f/2.8L IS + 1.4x and 1.7x Extender

Canon Inc. Q3 Operating Profits Nearly Halved On Yen's Strength

Reuters reported Canon Inc.'s third quarter operating profits almost halved, mostly due to reduction in camera equipment sales and the strength of the Yen. However, Canon is not slowing down in its planned product introduction. The Canon EOS-6D Mark II, EOS-5Ds Mark II and a high end, full frame mirrorless camera are expected to come in the next year or so.


"Oct 26 Japan's Canon Inc said on Tuesday its third quarter operating profit fell 48 percent, hurt by a strengthened yen following Britain's vote to leave the European Union.

Operating profit for the three months ended Sept. 30 declined to 40 billion yen ($383.62 million) from 77.3 billion yen a year earlier. Five analysts surveyed by Thomson Reuters estimated an average third quarter operating profit of 58.3 billion yen.

The world's biggest maker of cameras and printers also lowered its operating profit forecast for the year through December to 235 billion yen from a 265 billion yen estimate in July. ($1 = 104.2700 yen) (Reporting by Tim Kelly; Editing by Muralikumar Anantharaman)"


We can expect a host of lower priced DSLR and point-n-shoot cameras to come in the next few months. Expect a Rebel T7i and a few PowerShot models to be announced soon. Nokishita has uncovered a bunch of Canon equipment registration with Taiwan authorities for upcoming product release, most probably for CES 2017 from January 5 - 8, 2017 in Las Vegas.


DSLR Camera Bodies

• DS126651 (Previously seen)
• Taiwan NCC (PDF document)
• Wi-Fi · Bluetooth equipped
• DS126661 (First time)
• Taiwan NCC (PDF document)
• Wi-Fi · Bluetooth equipped
• Unpublished SKU (unknown if it were a single-lens reflex): 1791C002AA, 1792C002AA

Mirror-less camera

• PC2279 (Previously seen)
• SKU : 1724C002AA, 1724C012AA, 1724C022AA, 1725C002AA, 1725C012AA, 1725C022AA
• Color : 2 colors

PowerShot Cameras

• PC2323
• SKU : 1717C002AA, 1718C002AA
• Color : Two
• PC2334 / PC2335
• SKU : 1790C002AA, 1879C001AA
• Color: 2 colors
• PC2329 / PC2332
• SKU : 1794C001AA, 1797C001AA, 1800C001AA
• Color : Three
• PC2333
• SKU : 1803C001AA, 1806C001AA, 1809C001AA
• Color : Three
• PC2325

Accessories

• EVF-DC2
• An electronic view finder
• SKU : 1727C001AA, 1882C001AA
• DS586111
• Wireless Remote Controller

Canon Miniature Satellite Will Use EOS-5D as Main Camera

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV full frame camera

Canon announced the EOS-5D Mark IV camera in August, 2016. It is planning to announce the EOS-5Ds Mark II some time next year. The EOS-5D camera line is on its 11th year and going strong. I bought the first EOS-5D when it was launched in 2005 and use the EOS-1D X Mark II and EOS-5Ds as my main cameras on wildlife photography shoots. You can see my equipment bag and works on MichaelDanielHo.com

The Nikkei Asian Review reports Canon is planning to get into the Space Satellite Imaging business. Below is an excerpt from their article.


TOKYO -- Canon will put a miniature satellite under development in orbit in March on a trial mission, as the Japanese company seeks liftoff for a business that could generate tens of billions of yen annually.

Satellites are employed in fields such as communications, broadcasting and weather. But smaller versions are being developed for expanded commercial applications. Images produced from those miniature satellites can be used for agriculture, disaster prevention and container tracking at ports. Such images also can help determine the best places to build parking lots, among other market research uses.

U.S.-based SpaceWorks Enterprises estimates that up to 3,000 satellites weighing 50kg or less will be launched within a seven-year span beginning in 2016.

Canon Electronics, a subsidiary that makes precision components for cameras and printers, will handle the project. The unit developed the first demonstration prototype, which will be sent into orbit by the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, a rocket supplied by the Indian Space Research Organization. The two sides inked a deal after agreeing to the orbital path, the time frame and other conditions for the launch. The satellite will take off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in southeast India.

Canon will operate the satellite for two years, validating the photographic precision and making calibrations as needed. The company will hunt for orders during that time. Canon looks to sell and operate the satellites in package deals, as well as provide images for clients that request it. The company aims to reap sales of about 50 billion yen ($482 million) by around 2020, and 100 billion yen in 2030.

The miniature satellite will come equipped with Canon's optical and precision technology burnished through the digital camera business. Production costs will fall under 1 billion yen -- a fraction of what is typically required for larger satellites. Canon's satellite weighs 65kg and measures 85cm by 50cm by 50cm. A telescope affixed to an imaging device based on Canon's EOS 5D camera will be installed.

The satellite will orbit at an altitude of roughly 500km, circling the Earth about 15 times daily. Images can achieve roughly 1 meter resolution, highly detailed for a miniature satellite. The satellite is to be capable of determining the sizes and numbers of objects such as vehicles, buildings and farms. It also could be used to collect data on landslides, earthquakes and other natural disasters.

Canon also intends to launch a business in producing precision instruments for use in space. Some of the corresponding equipment in the first miniature satellite prototype was procured from other places. But the company plans to fabricate all the precision instruments for the second prototype, due to launch in three years.  

Canon EOS-5Ds Mark II Camera Coming in 2017?

Canon announced its long awaited EOS-5D Mark IV camera in August. The EOS-5Ds and EOS-5Ds R were announced back in February, 2015. Frankly, I find it unnecessary to have two different models of this camera. Originally, I was not going to buy this body because I shoot primarily wildlife photography and the slow burst rate (5 fps) deterred me. 

My main body is the EOS-1D X Mark II but finally, I relented and bought the EOS-5Ds to replace my EOS-1Ds Mark III and have been quite happy since. You can see my equipment bag and works on MichaelDanielHo.com

Word is the EOS-5Ds Mark II may arrive some time late 2017 or early 2018. It will probably just come in one model, with a new sensor and practically identical ergonomics with the present models but with a slight weight reduction. This will represent a shorter replacement cycle for Canon but the competition for high end, full frame camera is heating up, especially coming from Sony and Canon has to respond. Keep checking back for more information and latest development.