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How the new Canon is set to outgun the rest
The EOS R6 Mark III signals Canon’s acknowledgment that photography and videography are no longer separate silos and many creators expect one body to do both. The new EOS delivers on this with serious specs and functionality in one package. Secondly, it offers big upgrades in areas where its predecessor was already strong: resolution, autofocus, video, card formats – all wrapped into a capable frame that doesn’t demand the flagship price tags of the ultra-professional models. For many users, it hits the sweet spot. It’s also a strategic move in Canon’s line-up. By upgrading the R6 series so aggressively, Canon ensures that its mid-tier mirrorless block remains competitive against key rivals such as the Sony A7 IV, Panasonic Lumix S1 II and Nikon’s Z series offerings. With many hybrid shooters, freelancers, content creators and wedding or event professionals looking for versatility over ultra-high-end spec or cinema-only models, the R6 III may be a go-to recommendation. Of course, no camera is perfect. Some users may question why the sensor isn’t stacked for pure speed or why it’s not Dual Base ISO, for example. But for what it offers – speed, reliability, hybrid workflow and a full feature set for stills and
Float on Zoom Zoom’s Instamic Pro Plus C is the world’s smallest waterproof 32- bit float recorder. It has 135dB SPL handling, IP67 waterproofing, built-in timecode, Bluetooth control and 4.5 hours of battery life. It also doubles as a bluetooth mic for action cameras. sound-service.eu 1
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motion – the R6 III stands out as one of the most-rounded choices in the full-frame mirrorless field. If you are a photographer who shoots video, or a filmmaker who still wants uncompromised stills capability, the Canon EOS R6 Mark III deserves serious consideration.
Although the EOS R6 Mark III might be hogging the headlines, perhaps the biggest news of all for Canon users is the new 45mm f/1.2 STM lens at a shockingly affordable price of just £480. This is the answer to those who have yearned for a fast standard lens but were put off by the huge bulk and sky-high price tag of models like the £2450 50mm f/1.2L USM optic. Of course, some compromises have been made when compared to the L-spec pro lens, such as a lack of hardcore weather sealing, slower AF motors, a less complex optical design as well as nine aperture blades instead of ten. The pro version can also focus 5cm closer. But you still get the wafer-thin depth-of-field and blurry bokeh, as well as low-light performance. Weighing just 346g, it’s Canon’s lightest f/1.2 lens to date, features an autofocus stepping motor, nine- blade aperture and focus breathing correction compatibility, making it ideal for both stills and video. With a minimum focus distance of 45cm and a 67mm filter thread, it’s a practical, everyday creative tool that’s bound to sell like hot cakes! Enthusiast prime is fast and affordable It balances the demands of both disciplines, delivers meaningful upgrades and positions itself as a future-proof hybrid tool for the creative. Canon is redefining what a mid-tier full‐frame camera can do in the hybrid age. canon.co.uk
An update to the Creative Cloud suite debuts Firefly Image Model 5, enabling native four-megapixel image generation and prompt-based edits without upscaling. Workflows include ‘Assisted Culling’ in Lightroom to filter images by focus, angle and sharpness. adobe.com
3 Ultimate toy For a photographer with everything, there’s a camera car built by Porsche, based on the 718 Boxster S. Made for close-ups of moving cars on a track by Porsche engineering apprentices, it’s not officially for sale, but they might make you one if you ask nicely… porsche.com
4 Spyder upgrade Datacolor’s new Spyder Pro software redefines display calibration with pro-level tools. It supports ultra-bright 12,000-nit displays, 3D LUT export and side-by-side content simulation. Integration with the Light Color Meter ensures adaptive ambient calibration. datacolor.com/spyderpro
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