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Old February 1st, 2016, 10:26 PM   #1
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Official Canon Website Release EOS 1DX2

https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/p...-eos1dx-markii

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Old February 1st, 2016, 10:28 PM   #2
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Fast, Formidable, And 4K, All-In-One Camera Canon U.S.A. Introduces The EOS-1D X Mark II Professional Digital Camera
Feb 1, 2016, 11:00:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
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MELVILLE, N.Y. – Rising to meet the rigorous and evolving demands of professional photographers and videographers, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, is proud to announce the new EOS-1D X Mark II DSLR camera. With a new 20.2 megapixel 35mm Full Frame Canon CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 6+ Image Processors, the EOS-1D X Mark II professional digital camera delivers stunning image quality and speed. Combining the ability to capture high-resolution still images at speeds up to 14 frames per second as well as stunning high-definition video up-to-4K 60P featuring Canon’s proprietary Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus (AF) technology, the Canon EOS-1D X Mark II camera becomes the ideal camera for any professional image creator.
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Old February 1st, 2016, 11:44 PM   #3
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Okay, they may have not officially released the press release earlier in the day, but this checks out.

CFast 2.0 seems to be where manufacturers are now seriously moving to, but the cards are still a rarity.
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Old February 1st, 2016, 11:47 PM   #4
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These Rare cards are available at BH Photo

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Old February 2nd, 2016, 08:01 AM   #5
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All of it is blah blah blah for me until you get to dual pixel touch screen focusing, like the 70D.
4K at 60 fps is good, too.

Wondering how high it will have clean iso?

Still 8-bit.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 09:24 AM   #6
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Still 8-bit.
This means no 1DX2 for me -- how disappointing.

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Old February 2nd, 2016, 10:25 AM   #7
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I'm wondering if 4K is targeted at still shooters who want to pull a 8MP still photo by shooting 60 times a second.

I was actually expecting to completely write this camera off, but Canon has dropped some nice video features into it, at a price that isn't completely insulting.

Still, if I'm dropping $6k on a camera, I'll probably get a Sony FS5, as I need XLR inputs more than I need something super compact.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 10:58 AM   #8
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With its touchscreen-operated Dual Pixel AF system, the 1D X II should be one of the easiest cameras to capture footage with if you're not an experienced videographer. The autofocus should be able to refocus without distracting focus wobble simply by tapping the screen. What's more, tracking sensitivity and AF speeds can be adjusted for movie recording, allowing videographers to optimize continuous focus for their particular application.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 11:04 AM   #9
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For me the allure is being able to use some of my super nice fashion/sports lenses and capture 4K with touch screen pulled focus. For example Jet Ski stunt riders looks so perfect when framed in my Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens. I just can't imagine a better fit for my needs. Also it's great for shooting some 4K videos of my Models when on location as well.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 11:38 AM   #10
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Here’s a link to a video from Canon introducing the EOS-1D X mkII. It does a great job going over features and the like.

Canon DLC: Gallery: Introducing the EOS-1D X Mark II

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Old February 2nd, 2016, 11:41 AM   #11
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Thanks look like good resource.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 12:18 PM   #12
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Can it do super slo mo though ?
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 01:12 PM   #13
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Can it do super slo mo though ?
It can do up to 120p in full HD:

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Old February 2nd, 2016, 02:14 PM   #14
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I'm glad they put the touch screen on it... the 70D spoiled me. It's the one thing holding me back from the 7D Mk. II.
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Old February 2nd, 2016, 02:46 PM   #15
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I'm glad they put the touch screen on it... the 70D spoiled me. It's the one thing holding me back from the 7D Mk. II.
Same here.

Or rather, its the one thing holding me back from the Sony A7S ii

I use the 70Ds anywhere the light is decent/good. Already have a 5d Mark ii for worse light. Am starting to save for new cameras, thought the A7S ii with 4K and baller low light was the answer, then see this new Canon has touchscreen focusing and think.... hmmm... maybe I'll hold out for all 3 things together (4K, low light, touch screen focusing).
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