Just Announced - Canon 7D MKII & More!

Every two years, the photographic industry turns toward Photokina, the world's leading imaging convention. This event unites trade, professionals and consumers with a photographic passion and this year is set to be huge.

10PM AEST: Canon have just announced three new cameras and three lenses.

Among these is the highly anticipated EOS 7D Mark II DSLR. Here's a rundown list of key features that showcase the EOS 7D MKII's superb value for both photographers and videographers -

• 20.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• 65 Point Auto Focus System
• 10 FPS Continuous Shooting in RAW & JPG
• Dual Canon DIGIC 6 Image Processors
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF
• Full HD Movie Recording with 60p Support
• Selectable File Formats including MP4
• Intelligent Viewfinder II with Approx. 100% Frame Coverage
• Uncompressed HDMI Support
• Microphone Input & Headphone Socket
• Built-in GPS
• Integrated Speedlite Transmitter
• 150K Pixel RGB Metering Sensor
• Dual CF & SD Card Slots
• Interval Timer

Given the predicted high demand and brilliant specifications, this gem will be a hot seller upon release so we strongly advise potential buyers to act right away!

Pre-order the Canon EOS 7D Mark II -

Body Only
Super Kit
Platinum Kit

Also announced is the new PowerShot G7X which Canon claims to be their most powerful compact camera produced to-date. If a user friendly, lightweight and feature-packed point-and-shoot is to your taste, then this is the one for you (it even has a 180 degree flip screen for selfies)!

Here are the key features of this pocket sized offering -

• 24mm Wide Angle F/1.8 Lens
• 1.0"-type Back-Illuminated 20.2MP CMOS Sensor
• Canon DIGIC 6 Imaging Processor
• Canon HS System
• Full HD 60p Movie Recording
• Full Manual Control
• 31 Point AF
• Built-In HDR Mode
• Star Trails & Star Time Lapse Movie Mode
• 180 Degree Tilt-able LCD Touchscreen
• RAW File Mode

Pre-order the pocket rocket PowerShot G7X

For those who prefer an ultra high powered zoom, the new PowerShot SX60 HS is Canon's most powerful SuperZoom camera to-date. Boasting a mammoth 65x optical zoom and 130x Zoomplus (equivalent to 21-1365mm!), framing your subjects from a distance has never been easier. This one is highly recommended for travellers.

Key Features of the SX60 HS -

• Zoom Framing Assist Button
• Built-in NFC & WiFi
• Built-in HDR mode
• 3.0" Vari-angle LCD Screen
• Full Manual Control
• Manual Movie Mode
• 922K Dot EVF
• Canon DIGIC 6 Image Processor
• Canon HS System
• 21-1365mm (35mm Equivalent) f/3.4 - 6.5 Super Telephoto Zoom Lens

Pre-order the PowerShot SX60 HS travel beast

Alongside the above cameras, Canon have also announced the following lenses to their already impressive portfolio. Click on the links to pre-order each respective lens.

EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

EF-S 24MM f/2.8 STM

EF 400MM f/4 DO IS II USM


That's a wrap from Canon for now. Stay tuned as we continue to bring you the latest news and announcements from the leading manufacturers at Photokina 2014!