Canon India launched two full-frame mirrorless cameras – EOS R5 and EOS R6. Both cameras come with DIGIC X imaging processor and in-body stabiliser. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF will be available in all resolutions and formats. The shooting speed is up to 20 fps at full resolution using an electronic shutter, with AF and AE tracking. The mechanical shutter supports up to 12 fps shutter speed. AF priority mode can track human and animals.
The Canon EOS R5 can record 8K video 45 MP full-frame CMOS sensor, 120 fps in 4K, ISO range from 51200 to 102400. It has one CFexpress card and one SD memory card slot.
The Canon EOS R6 can shoot 4K videos at up to 60 fps, and slow-motion at 120fps in Full HD without crop. It has two SD card slots.
The EOS R5 and EOS R6 also support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), also supports Wi-Fi for shoot and transferring files.
Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 pricing and availability
The Canon EOS R5 is priced at Rs 3,39,995, and EOS R6 is priced Rs 2,15,995. Both the cameras will be available for purchase starting August 2020 at Canon Image Squares and other offline stores. Alongside the new cameras Canon also launched lenses RF 85 mm F2 Macro IS STM, RF 600 mm F11 IS STM, RF 800 mm F11 IS STM, RF 100-500 mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM, Extender RF1.4X & RF2X.
Mr. Kazutada Kobayashi, President & CEO, Canon India said,
“We at Canon, have consistently aimed at introducing creative and most pioneering technologies for our users, enriching them with memorable photography and videography experience every single time. The introduction of EOS R series of mirrorless cameras has been a noteworthy milestone in our imaging legacy in the country. The response from photographers and videographers for the R system encourages us further to keep innovating. The launch today marks a special milestone for us, as we introduce two of our most innovative and state of the art cameras together in the EOS R series. These cameras underscore our commitment and constant endeavour to deliver premium products and services to our consumers and these cameras will encourage them to push new frontiers in the imaging space.”
“India has consistently been one of our top-performing markets globally for us. With the introduction of EOS R5 and R6 cameras, we are confident that we will be able to consolidate our leadership position in the country. As the new cameras are poised to take the EOS legacy forward, we are further aiming to secure 50% share in the mirrorless category and strengthen our footprint in the segment in India.”
