Canon EOS R6 Mark II – Here are some more specifications

[peters]

The 10 stops were from before CLOG 3 was added.
The R5 and R6 originally shipped with CLOG 1.

As far as I can see and tell Clog 3 doesnt make realy a different. According to the tests I saw it can add .5 stops of DR in the hightlights but it introduces more noise in the shadows. I did not test it in detail, but on the second shooting where I used Clog 3 it realy produced some crazy ugly noise in the shadows. So I stick to Clog 1. So not a real change in my experience...

 

[Ozarker]

always thinking of the non existant security features on cameras and canon could lead the way, since NO cameras (correct me if I'm wrong) have anything to prevent a stolen camera being used. A simple screen lock with 6 digits would be a start.

Well, that wouldn't stop it being stolen. Frustrate the thief? Yes. Most snatchers aren't aware of the model they're snatching.

 

[Ozarker]

Yes, but people would complain that it takes too long from power on button to taking a shot. Another option could be to require a security code when inserting a new card.
Selling second hand would be more problematic as well... they could sell you the body and then after delivery require you to pay something more for the code. Not quite blackmail but nasty all the same.

If my banking info was on the camera a passcode would be useful. Otherwise, not so much.

 

[Ozarker]

Not purchasing any more high end digital cameras with these old recycled junk sensors.

 

[Michael Clark]

Just an outside of the box thought, what if “ Digital Tele-converter” is a new innovation where the sensor carriage can be moved back from the lens mount within the body for a full sensor “crop”. The sensor being slightly farther from the back of the lens would be capturing a smaller area of the projected image coming from the lens, a cropped image yet using the whole sensor. Not sure how much of a step back the sensor would have to make, 4 or 5mm?
Just a guess.

Increasing the distance between the lens and sensor would have the exact same effect as extension tubes:

1) You'd lose infinity focus. The greater the increase in distance, the closer the maximum focus distance would be.

2) The image falling on the sensor would expand, not contract. The further away from the lens, the wider the cone of light will become.

 

[Monte]

Increasing the distance between the lens and sensor would have the exact same effect as extension tubes:

1) You'd lose infinity focus. The greater the increase in distance, the closer the maximum focus distance would be.

2) The image falling on the sensor would expand, not contract. The further away from the lens, the wider the cone of light will become.

Good point on the focus distance issues. As for point 2, that where I was going in thought though, the rectangle sensor would be capturing a smaller area within the larger projected image cone, kind of like a cropped sensor camera yet you’d still be using all of the full frame sensor pixels as opposed to a “digital crop” of 1.6 like we can already do with the full frame cameras which we loose a lot of pixels.
But as you pointed out, maximum focus range would/could be an issue.

 

[TonyG]

Good point on the focus distance issues. As for point 2, that where I was going in thought though, the rectangle sensor would be capturing a smaller area within the larger projected image cone, kind of like a cropped sensor camera yet you’d still be using all of the full frame sensor pixels as opposed to a “digital crop” of 1.6 like we can already do with the full frame cameras which we loose a lot of pixels.
But as you pointed out, maximum focus range would/could be an issue.

I think Digital would imply some software magic in camera rather than a physical action, but they might have some combination of both in order to make it work. Maybe they'll use the ibis will move the sensor back and forth while the software compensates for it? But wouldn't that make the body thicker?
I am not an expert but throwing the idea out there.

 

[AlanF]

I think Digital would imply some software magic in camera rather than a physical action, but they might have some combination of both in order to make it work. Maybe they'll use the ibis will move the sensor back and forth while the software compensates for it? But wouldn't that make the body thicker?
I am not an expert but throwing the idea out there.

@Michael Clark has answered this. 'Digital' 1.4x probably means that the firmware takes a 1.4x1.4 crop from the centre of the full frame and then increases the resolution by 1.4x1.4 electronically. Moving the sensor backwards or forwards shouldn't come into it.

 

[BlackNDBlue]

As someone about to upgrade from Rp to R6 within the next 6-8 weeks… I have no idea what to do

As someone who has 2 RP's (one is a full spectrum IR camera) and an R6, let me just say this, since I got the R6 I don't even want to use my RP which is the reason why I converted one to an IR Camera and I'll probably will eventually be selling the other RP. Just wish I would have converted the newer camera, which has been hardly used. RP's are not even in the same league as the R6 and I will probably get the new one when it is available. If I were you, if you have the budget, I wouldn't wait. Cheers!

 

[steen-ag]

Sony "Clear Image Zoom" also does some interpolation.

Digital Crop just like on a iPhone

 

[SteveC]

Well, that wouldn't stop it being stolen. Frustrate the thief? Yes. Most snatchers aren't aware of the model they're snatching.

Besides, what would that passcode actually do? There will have to be a reset of some kind. Such a thing on a phone usually wipes out everything in memory, but then you can use the phone. A phone thief might want that info...but I doubt a camera thief would care about your C1-C3 settings.

 

[Curahee]

R6 is also cropped

 

[neuroanatomist]

Besides, what would that passcode actually do? There will have to be a reset of some kind.

It would brick the camera. Then when you forget your own passcode, Canon could reset it for you if you provide proof of purchase. And charge you to do so.

 

[Ozarker]

@Michael Clark has answered this. 'Digital' 1.4x probably means that the firmware takes a 1.4x1.4 crop from the centre of the full frame and then increases the resolution by 1.4x1.4 electronically. Moving the sensor backwards or forwards shouldn't come into it.

That's all we need, another moving part . I thought flange distance had a purpose.

 

[stevelee]

Is your focus the "Canon is d00med" sales prediction chart on the left? Everything else is kind of blurry.........

The DXO seems closer to being in focus than almost anything else in the picture.

 

[EOS 4 Life]

It would brick the camera. Then when you forget your own passcode, Canon could reset it for you if you provide proof of purchase. And charge you to do so.

If the camera does not lock on failed attempts then it would still be hackable.
If it does, then someone can lock you out of your camera when you most need it.

 

[Refraction]

My R6 was in use last night shooing a school concert. Total of 3 hours. Shot in FHD 25p IPB (There is no All-I option in the R6) Firmware is UTD. Anyway, it overheated and shut down with a half hour to go. Canon still have a serious overheating problem with this camera so they need to address it in the version ii.

 

[unfocused]

always thinking of the non existant security features on cameras and canon could lead the way, since NO cameras (correct me if I'm wrong) have anything to prevent a stolen camera being used. A simple screen lock with 6 digits would be a start.

So many closed-minded commenters. This is actually a very good idea. To answer the naysayers:

1. Owner can decide whether or not to activate the feature in menus. Those who don't like it don't have to use it.
2. Owner can set the length of time before the camera locks.
3. Face recognition can be used just like iPhones so that a simple glance at the camera's backside will unlock it.
4. No security is foolproof, but once it is widely implemented it will serve as a strong deterrent.
5. Canon can send a unique code to user's cell phone to unlock the camera if you forget the code or otherwise can't open it.
6. Lenses could even be locked unless they are mounted on a camera.
7. Add a "find my camera" app to make recovery easier.

 

[Chig]

So many closed-minded commenters. This is actually a very good idea. To answer the naysayers:

1. Owner can decide whether or not to activate the feature in menus. Those who don't like it don't have to use it.
2. Owner can set the length of time before the camera locks.
3. Face recognition can be used just like iPhones so that a simple glance at the camera's backside will unlock it.
4. No security is foolproof, but once it is widely implemented it will serve as a strong deterrent.
5. Canon can send a unique code to user's cell phone to unlock the camera if you forget the code or otherwise can't open it.
6. Lenses could even be locked unless they are mounted on a camera.
7. Add a "find my camera" app to make recovery easier.

Yes, I agree these security features have worked well on smartphones reducing theft enormously. If Canon rolls this out it'll be very popular, perhaps even as a firmware update for existing cameras ?

 

[Joel C]

My R6 was in use last night shooing a school concert. Total of 3 hours. Shot in FHD 25p IPB (There is no All-I option in the R6) Firmware is UTD. Anyway, it overheated and shut down with a half hour to go. Canon still have a serious overheating problem with this camera so they need to address it in the version ii.

A lot of folks on here like to claim that Canon can do no wrong. That said, this is a clear issue that should not exist in equipment of this modern era. Like, it just overheats doing something it is supposed to do? It's insane. I know that my R6 has overheated also in certain instances, yes, after the firmware it has been rare, but, when it comes to having to rely on filming and images, I cannot afford to not bring backup cameras with me simply because they will not function....
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I am hoping that if this rumor turns out to be true and they are updating this camera so soon, I would hope that I can get some kind of serious trade in value from Canon on replacing with the updated version without having to try and sell it on marketplace.