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EOS R6 Mark III with R3 Sensor?
Let’s stay with Canon for a moment and look at the manufacturer’s upcoming system camera, as there are fresh rumors about the EOS R6 Mark III!
First and foremost, it’s essential to note that the unveiling of the R6 Mark III could take place this year—overall, the camera appears to be at the top of Canon’s priority list following the announcements of the R5 Mark II and the R1.
This is great news for full-frame enthusiasts who find the new models too pricey. Moreover, if we examine the initial speculation regarding specifications, it seems that compromises may not be necessary.
Reports suggest that the R6 Mark III will boast a resolution of 24 megapixels and that, for the first time in this series, it will utilize a stacked sensor—potentially even the one found in the EOS R3. An upgraded DIGIC X processor could also be included, although it seems unlikely that Canon will employ the new DIGIC Accelerator in this model.
The electronic viewfinder could be borrowed from the EOS R5, which would provide the R6 Mark III with 5.76 million pixels at a 0.76x magnification. I also find it quite exciting that Nikon has included a 5.76 million-pixel electronic viewfinder in its mid-range offering—let’s hope that high-quality viewfinders finally gain traction. I’m looking at you, Sony!
Lastly, video specifications suggest that 4K recording at up to 120 frames per second will be possible. Paired with improved IBIS and enhanced autofocus, the R6 III could become a compelling hybrid camera. One of the two memory card slots should also support CFexpress cards.
At first glance, this appears to be a sensible addition to Canon’s current lineup—especially if the pricing remains reasonable. Rest assured, as soon as I have more details, you will be informed in the weekly review!
S1R Mark II Postponed
Unfortunately, there is less favorable news from Panasonic, as the market launch of the S1R Mark II has reportedly been delayed according to multiple sources.
To be precise, the full-frame Panasonic is now not expected until 2025. Since this camera is technically based, in part, on the Leica SL3—a model introduced in March with a 60-megapixel sensor—L-mount users will have to wait a little longer for a Leica alternative.
There isn’t much additional information available at this time, so stay tuned!
Next Sigma Lenses
A few months ago, Sigma made waves with the 28-45mm f/1.8 lens. Although this lens may be priced beyond what most can justify to their financial advisors, it stands as a technological milestone for zoom lenses in full-frame photography.
For professional and semi-professional users, a video version of the lens is set to be presented at the IBC 2024 in Amsterdam, taking place from September 13 to 16.
Speculated changes—which are still merely rumors—include a focus ring with a distance display, a click-free aperture ring, and compatibility with standard 95mm matte boxes. The lens will still feature autofocus, and we should learn by September whether Sigma has integrated the necessary gears for focus accessories natively.
In addition to the new video version of the 28-45, Sigma is reportedly developing a zoom lens with an exceptionally long focal length. This “big zoom” is not intended to be a niche lens—in fact, it is expected to be quite affordable. We currently lack details regarding the f-stop or exact zoom range. Let’s not linger on that for now!
DJI Neo to Be Particularly Affordable
Briefly: The DJI Neo is expected to be a lightweight 4K drone weighing 135 grams and is rumored to cost just 329…! On X, user JasperEllens shared an image of the drone along with this somewhat peculiar price. He likely refers to US dollars, which would make the DJI Neo extremely competitive!
If this rumor is confirmed, the Neo would become one of the most affordable 4K drones available. This could be exciting!
R5 Mark II Trades Dynamic Range for Speed
As a final piece of news, I want to return to Canon cameras. Initial tests indicate that the EOS R5 Mark II brings some compromises in dynamic range. A slight reduction in dynamic range was anticipated after Canon opted for a stacked sensor. However, the R5 Mark II can achieve significantly higher speeds and offers various enhancements in video performance.
What I find particularly intriguing is that DPReview highlights in the sensor test that noise performance declines slightly when using the electronic shutter. I’ve shown the comparison image in my YouTube video at this point. The website Petapixel mentions that the disadvantage of poor noise performance with an electronic shutter does not affect the Z6 III, which features a “partially stacked sensor.”
Newer sensor technologies, such as stacked, partially stacked, or even global shutter sensors like those in the A9 III—click here for my camera report on the A9 III—currently come with some compromises in image quality. Therefore, if you are solely focused on the best image quality, it’s important to keep this in mind!
All News from Last Week:
With that, I will take my leave and, as always, say: “Until next time!”
Could the EOS R6 Mark III be released with the R3 sensor? And what can the next Sigma lenses do? You can find all the information in the weekly review!
Weekly Review as Podcast & on YouTube
You can watch Photografix News either as a podcast or on YouTube! You can listen to it directly here:
Alternatively, you can find Photografix news on YouTube; here is the latest episode:
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The Most Important Photo News of Calendar Week 32
EOS R6 Mark III with R3 Sensor?
Let’s stay with Canon for a moment and take a look at the manufacturer’s next system camera because there are new rumors about the EOS R6 Mark III!
First of all, it is important to note that the presentation of the R6 Mark III could take place this year. In general, the camera seems to be at the top of Canon’s priority list after the presentation of the R5 Mark II and the R1.
This is good news for full-frame fans who find the new models too expensive. Looking at the first rumors about specifications, you don’t have to make too many compromises.
The resolution of the R6 Mark III is said to be 24 megapixels. For the first time in the series, a stacked sensor is set to be used, potentially even the one found in the EOS R3. An improved DIGIC X processor could also be on board, though the likelihood of Canon using the new DIGIC Accelerator here seems low.
The electronic viewfinder could also be taken from the EOS R5, providing the R6 Mark III with 5.76 million pixels at 0.76x magnification. It’s exciting to note that Nikon has also integrated an electronic viewfinder with 5.76 million pixels in its mid-range range; let’s hope that high-quality viewfinders finally become the standard.
In terms of video capabilities, sources suggest that the R6 Mark III might support 4K recording at up to 120 frames per second. Coupled with improved IBIS and better autofocus, the R6 III could emerge as a thrilling hybrid camera. Notably, one of the two memory card slots is likely to accommodate CFexpress memory cards.
At first glance, this appears to be a sensible addition to the current Canon lineup, especially if the price remains competitive. Keep an eye out for more information in the weekly review!
S1R Mark II to be Postponed
There is less favorable news from Panasonic, as sources indicate that the market launch of the S1R Mark II has reportedly been postponed. The full-frame Panasonic is not expected to be released until 2025. As this camera is based partly on the Leica SL3 introduced in March with a 60-megapixel sensor, L-mount users will need to wait longer for the Leica alternative.
Next Sigma Lenses
A few months ago, Sigma made headlines with the 28-45mm f/1.8 lens—even if this lens might be too costly for most to justify to their financial advisors, it’s a significant milestone as the fastest zoom lens for full-frame cameras.
For professional and semi-professional applications, a video version of this lens is expected to debut at the IBC 2024 in Amsterdam, taking place from 13 to 16 September.
Speculated changes include a focus ring with distance display, a click-free aperture ring, and compatibility with standard 95 mm matte boxes. The lens will still retain autofocus capabilities. We expect to learn more in September about whether Sigma has already integrated the necessary gears for focus accessories.
In addition to the new video version of the 28-45, Sigma is reportedly developing a zoom lens with notably long focal length, not just as a niche lens but designed to be affordable for a broad audience. Details about light intensity or the exact zoom range are not yet available.
DJI Neo Set to be Particularly Affordable
In summary, the DJI Neo is poised to be a lightweight 4K drone weighing just 135 grams, priced at an astounding $329! User JasperEllens shared a picture of the drone on X and highlighted its surprisingly economical cost.
If the rumor materializes, the Neo would be among the most affordable 4K drones available, which could change the market landscape significantly!
R5 Mark II Trades Dynamic Range for Speed
Lastly, initial tests show that the EOS R5 Mark II brings some compromises in dynamic range. A slight reduction in dynamic range was anticipated after Canon switched to a stacked sensor. However, this shift allows the R5 Mark II to provide considerably higher speeds and enhancements in video performance.
A more intriguing development is that DPReview indicates that the noise performance deteriorates slightly using the electronic shutter. I highlighted the comparison images in the YouTube video. Petapixel adds that the poorer noise behavior with an electronic shutter doesn’t affect the Z6 III, which uses a “partially stacked sensor.”
New sensor technologies, such as stacked sensors, partially stacked sensors, or global shutter sensors like in the A9 III, currently come with certain image quality trade-offs. For those seeking the highest image quality, these factors should be kept in mind!
All News from Last Week:
- Canon’s EOS R6 Mark III may utilize an R3 sensor.
- Panasonic’s S1R Mark II launch has been postponed to 2025.
- Sigma is introducing a video version of its popular 28-45mm lens.
- DJI’s affordable Neo drone could disrupt the 4K drone market.
- Canon’s R5 Mark II favoring speed over dynamic range.
With that, I say goodbye and as always: “Until next time!”
