26 Sep 2024 — HONG KONG, 26th September 2024 — Canon officially launches the new compact and lightweight fast F2.8 constant aperture standard zoom lens, RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM. Being the first F2.8 constant aperture non-L RF Zoom lens, RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM marks the dawn of a new era in RF Lenses. The new design concept emphasizes a balance of size, image quality, functionality, and price, bringing a more affordable F2.8 zoom lens option to photo amateurs and content creators. Lightweight and Compact Build Design RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is roughly the size of a can of soda in your hand. Its lightweight design, weighing approx. 495g and measuring approx. 92.2mm in length, means you can comfortably shoot all day without feeling weighed down. It features a single large diameter lightweight UD lens in the front element, a new compact IS unit and a retractable lens design to help reduce the size and the weight, achieving compact and lightweight portability. Amazing Image Quality RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM newly developed 15 elements in 12 groups optical design with the use of 2 UD lenses and 2 Glass-Molded (GMo) Aspherical lenses also help suppress various aberrations to achieve high rendering performance, offering high quality images equivalent to the RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM. Users can enjoy beautiful and soft bokeh at any focal length throughout the easy-to-use 28-70mm zoom range and F2.8 constant aperture. Excellent Image Stabilization and Dust & Drip Resistant The use of Its built-in Optical Image Stabilizer offers up to 5.5-stop[1] shake compensation at center and attains up to 7.5-stop shake compensation at center and 7.0-stop in peripheral[2] when paired with EOS R-series cameras with In-Body Image Stabilization, to facilitate low-light and hand-held shooting. RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM also features high level of durability and shock resistance with dust-and-water-resistant design[3] equivalent to that of L-series lenses, giving peace of mind to users when shooting outdoor. Other Features: 9-blade circular aperture delivers beautiful and soft background blur. 0.24m (MF) and 0.27m (AF) minimum focus distance at 28mm. 0.24x max. magnification at 0.35m focusing distance at 70mm. Equipped with Leadscrew type STM featuring a magnetic sensor that reads the motor’s rotational speed. By increasing the motor’s rotational speed and adopting feedback control, high-speed and high-precision AF has been achieved. Supports Electronic Full Time Manual Focus[1] during One-Shot or Servo AF. Compatible with Focus Breathing Correction[2] during movie shooting. “Focus mode / Control Selector” switch design enables swift switching of “Focus / Control Ring” for manual focusing or Control Ring operation such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO speed or exposure compensation adjustment. Renowned Super Spectra Coating and optimized shapes of lens elements help to improve anti-ghosting and flare performance. Optional Lens Hood EW-73D further enhances flare resistance. Made in Japan. Suggest Retail Price The suggested retail price of the new RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM is HK$9,280. The accessories for RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM and their suggested retail prices are as follows: Model Suggested Retail Price 67mm Protect Filter HK$380 67mm Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B HK$1,250 Lens Hood EW-73D HK$200 Lens Cap E-67II HK$60 Lens Dust Cap RF HK$80 [1] CIPA 2024 Standard, Focal Length: 70mm, EOS R8 is used. In yaw / pitch direction. [2] CIPA 2024 Standard, Focal Length: 70mm, EOS R1 is used. In yaw / pitch/ roll direction. [3] With Dust-and-water-resistant EOS R series camera; however, it is not recommended for use under rain. [4] For EOS R camera supporting electronic full-time manual focus. Please refer to camera’s instruction manual for details. [5] Available on EOS R1 / EOS R5 Mark II / EOS R6 Mark II / EOS R8 / EOS R50. As of 12th September 2024.
25 Sep 2024 — Canon today announced the launch of PIXMA TS8870 Compact All-in-One Photo Printer and imagePROGRAF PRO-510 A2 Professional Photo Printer.
20 Sep 2024 — HONG KONG, 20th September 2024 — Canon officially launches the new professional Full-Frame Cinema Camera with RF Mount EOS C400. The EOS C400 can deliver premium visual capabilities with its RF mount in a compact body that combines portability and expandability, providing professional videography capabilities. EOS C400 features 6K full-frame back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV7, delivering advanced visual capabilities such as high sensitivity and noise reduction to generate superb image quality, extending functionality from filmmaking to live events such as news reporting, weddings and sports. It is particularly well-suited for live production, media-reporting crews, and cinema and film production. Featuring Dual Pixel CMOS AF II focusing system, EOS C400 enables high-performance subject detection and high-speed AF. Built-in 5-Axis Electronic Image Stabilization system of EOS C400 also coordinates with RF lens IS to maximize image stabilization effect. EOS C400 expands visual expression through Logs, provides Canon Log 2 & 3 Gamma selection to realize a wide dynamic range up to 16 stops. The Canon Log 2 maintains details in medium-to-dark areas and exhibits characteristics comparable to film. The Canon Log 3 can tighten the dark areas and reduce the noise in the dark areas without compromising a broad dynamic range. Other Features: Superb image quality 6K (6000 x 3164) / 60P 12-bit Cinema RAW Light format at maximum 2.1Gbps recording bit rate 4K (409 x 2160) / 120P YCC422 10-bit XF-AVC Intra format at maximum 1.2Gbps recording bit rate 2K (2048x1080) / 180P YCC422 10-bit XF-AVC Intra format at maximum 300Mbps recording bit rate Support HDR (HLG and PQ) recording Support three switchable base ISO for the best dynamic range and S/N ratio depends on the scene Excellent Operability Offers Tally and Return video for multi-camera live production Built-in Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for quick and accurate continuous AF function Support 5-axis electronic IS system, provide more powerful image stabilization effect when paired with a compatible RF lens supported optical IS 3.5" 2,760,000-dot high resolution LCD touch panel, able to choose focus point with a touch Extra Functionality CFexpress (Type B) and SD card (UHS-II) slot for 6K RAW (CFexpress) / 2K proxy (SD card) simultaneous recording Built-in 2-stop, 4-stop, 6-stop, 8-stop and 10-stop ND filters Support 24-bit / 48kHz 2-channel audio input Optional PL mount adaptor for attaching PL lens Built in Wi-Fi & Ethernet supports IP streaming for online video streaming in real time 12G-SDI output terminal, able to view 4K video on 4K display with just one SDI cable Provide Cinema RAW Development software for RAW data preview and output Provide XF Utility software for XF-AVC video capture and playback Suggested Retail Price The new EOS C400 are now available. The suggested retail prices are HK $62,900.
12 Sep 2024 — HONG KONG, 12 Sep 2024 — Canon today announces the launch of the new Mobile Wireless Photo Printer – SELPHY QX20. Use dye-sublimation thermal print technology, users can print their creativity and spontaneous moments for sharing on-the-go by simply scanning the QR code on SELPHY QX20 with the upcoming SELPHY Photo Layout 4.0 app. Available in two stylish colors (Dark Gray and Sand White). In addition to being able to print 1:1 square-format photos, it has been updated to support printing card size format photos, allowing you to print life photos on social media anytime and anywhere. SELPHY QX20 – Compact Mobile Wireless Photo Printer Made for : Smartphone user and actively engaged in social media Best for : Printing High Quality Photos in Card size or Square-format photos anywhere anytime Features: Compact mobile wireless SELPHY Photo Printer with built-in battery, which has a weights 455g only[1] Print both Card size and Square-format photos[2] Easy Wi-Fi Connection to smartphone by scanning the QR code[3] on the printer for high speed wireless photo printing[4] Use of high quality Dye-sublimation Thermal Transfer technology, which features faithful color reproduction and smooth gradation with 256 shades per color A special overcoating finish on the photo paper makes it water, dust, oil and fingerprint-resistance New SELPHY Photo Layout 4.0[5] supports a variety of layout & processing functions, including filters, stamps, overcoating patterns, frames and paint and text functions, which allow users to create personalized prints SELPHY Photo Layout 4.0 can be linked to other apps for importing photos or sharing the processed images. 2 color variations available: Dark Gray and Sand White Estimated Retail Price: SELPHY QX20: HK$1,180 Color Ink / Label Set XC-20L Card Size Label (20-sheets): HK$139 Color Ink / Label Set XC-60L Card Size Label (60-sheets): HK$359 Color Ink / Label Set XS-20L (20-sheets): HK$99 Estimated Sales Start Date: To be Announced [1] Weight excludes ink cassette / label [2] Paper size: 85 x 54mm (card size), 72 x 85mm (square format); Maximum Printing Area size: 70 x 54mm (card size), 68 x 68mm (square format) [3] With upcoming SELPHY Photo Layout 4.0 App [4] Printing speed per photo (approx.): 40 sec. (at room temperature) [5] SELPHY Photo Layout ver. 4.0.0 or later for iOS and Android