Canon EOS R1

Canon has announced the development of their newest flagship camera, the EOS R1. This full frame camera is the first of its kind for the EOS R SYSTEM and is designed with high performance in mind. It will feature a newly developed image processor, DIGIC Accelerator, along with DIGIC X and a new sensor, allowing for high speed data processing and improved image quality.

The EOS R1 is being developed to meet the demanding needs of professionals. It will have the ability to persistently track subjects in fast-paced sport scenarios, even when they are temporarily hidden from view. This is made possible by the newly developed Action Priority function, which can detect and focus on the main subject performing a specific action. With the combination of advanced technology and deep learning, the EOS R1 is sure to be a game changer in the world of professional photography.

This camera employs the newly developed image processor DIGIC Accelerator in addition to the pre-existing processor DIGIC X. The new image processing system, composed of these processors and a new CMOS sensor, enables large volumes of data to be processed at high speeds and delivers never-before-seen advancements in Auto Focus (AF) and other functions.å

By combining the new image processing system and deep learning technology to an advanced degree, Canon has achieved high-speed and high-accuracy subject recognition. For example, subject tracking accuracy has been improved so that in team sporting events where multiple subjects intersect, the target subject can continually be tracked even if another player passes directly in front of them. In addition, the AF “Action Priority” function recognizes subject movement by rapidly analyzing the subject’s status. In moments during a sports game when it is difficult to predict what will happen next, this function automatically determines the player performing a certain action, such as shooting a ball, as the main subject and instantly shifts the AF frame, thereby helping to capture decisive moments of gameplay.

The combination of the new image processing system and deep learning technology will help to improve image quality. Canon implements the image noise reduction function, which has been previously developed and improved as part of the software for PCs, as a camera function to further improve image quality and contribute to user creativity.

Canon is working on field tests for this camera and will support capturing definitive and impactful moments at international sporting events to be held in the future.

Going forward, Canon will continue to expand the EOS R SYSTEM lineup of fascinating cameras and RF lenses, thereby continuing to meet the demands of a wide range of users and contribute to the development of photography and video culture.

Features:

24mp CMOS BSI Stacked Sensor

Readout of about 2ms (Claimed)

Quad Pixel Autofocus

Intelligent AF tracking, it can track a specific target and ignore everything else.

16-bit Mechanical Shutter

14-bit Electronic Shutter

6K RAW at 120fps

Dual CFexpress Type B Card Slots

Compatible with CFexpress 4.0 Standard

USB-4 Port

Full Size HDMI Port

Eye Control AF II