Canon EOS R1 will Coming Before EOS R5 Mark II
According to the latest rumors, 2024 will bring new prosumer and professional models, including the long-awaited EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II. The EOS R1 will arrive “well before” any EOS R5 Mark II, tempering hopes for a CP+ announcement in February. More likely, Canon will unveil the R1 like it did with the R3: first a development announcement with some initial details, followed by the official launch later.
Intriguingly, hints suggest the R1 may have “less resolution than many think” – perhaps meaning under 45MP to forego 8K video. This may disappoint some, but 8K adoption remains limited for now. The R5 line will likely retain 8K capabilities, better suiting that form factor once rigged up.
With 8K video seemingly off the table, the EOS R1 can focus purely on speed, performance and reliability to rival the Nikon Z9. Lower resolution also suggests potential for extreme burst shooting speeds.
As for the R5 Mark II, sources claim it’s on track for the second half of 2024. That timeline positions the R1 as Canon’s flagship for professionals in time for major sporting events in 2024. An “baby R1” could follow later to complete the lineup, similar to Nikon’s releases.
So while Canon’s roadmap remains fluid, signs point to the eagerly anticipated R1 arriving sometime in early 2024. It will prioritize performance over megapixels and ultra-high resolution. The R5 Mark II will follow in the second half of 2024 to refresh Canon‘s high-resolution mirrorless line. Both will give pros and serious hobbyists exciting new Canon options at the high end.
via: CR