MELVILLE,
N.Y., May 11,
2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Spring is all about having the right look and Canon
U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital
imaging solutions, is giving photographers of all levels two new
options that can improve their creativity and versatility; the
Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT flash and the Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5
Macro IS STM lens.
Photographers looking to take rapid-fire flash images will
appreciate the improved recycling time in the new Canon
Speedlite-600EX II-RT flash. Those looking to explore the world of
macro photography will appreciate the stylish compact look of the
new Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM
lens, the first EF-M Macro Lens for the Canon EOS M Camera
System, which features Image Stabilization and a pair
of built-in miniature Macro Lites to enhance image quality during
close-up photography.
The Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT
flash Offers Improved Recycling Time and
More
The Speedlite
600EX II-RT flash is compatible with most EOS cameras.
It replaces Canon's top-of-the-line Speedlite 600EX-RT, and
improves recycling time by approximately 1.1 to 1.5
times* during continuous flash
shooting when using AA batteries and up
to 2 times* when adding the new optional
Compact Battery Pack CP-E4N.
Additional Speedlite 600EX II-RT flash features
include:
- Zoom flash head covers wide focal length range of
20–200mm; maximum guide number is 197 ft./60m at ISO 100,
making Speedlite 600EX II-RT flash the
most powerful flash unit in the EOS system.
- Wireless flash shooting support is available for both
radio and optical transmission with compatible Canon Speedlites,
offering users greater functional range when using
flash.
- Multiple flash system support allows control of up to
five groups of compatible Canon Speedlites.
- Dust- and water-resistant body for reliable operation in
harsh environments.
- Flash-readiness indicator on the display panel,
simplified button and dial operation and variable manual flash
output.
- New, specially designed accessories supplied include a
built-in bounce adapter, plus SCF-E3 hard-type color filter sets,
and a soft case. The new Compact Battery Pack CP-E4N is available
as an optional accessory for faster recycling time and more flashes
per charge.
- Illuminated dot matrix LCD panel for enhanced display
information, including flash mode and usable distance ranges plus
C.Fn (Custom Function) and P.Fn (Personal Function)
settings.
First Macro Lens in the Canon EF-M lens
series
Photographers looking for a
compact, lightweight macro lens should look no further than the
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens,
the first Canon Macro Lens specifically designed for the EOS M
Camera System.
The new lens features a pair of built-in miniature Macro
Lite electronic flash units that illuminate close-up subjects as
needed, helping to freeze movement, enhance color accuracy and
provide a better sense of depth and dimension. Two curved flash
units surround the front element of the lens, with the ability to
illuminate both simultaneously, or one at a time. Users are also
able to adjust the brightness of the Macro Lites between "bright"
and "dim" settings.
The standard focusing range of the Canon EF-M 28mm
f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens extends from infinity to
life-size (1 time). Additionally, a Super Macro Mode allows
shooting at even higher magnifications up to 1.2 times. This
feature allows you to capture smaller details that really make your
subjects stand out against the background.
Additional features of the Canon EF-M 28mm
f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens include:
- Hybrid IS, the same feature as found on Canon EF 100mm
f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens, helps reduce camera shake for enjoyable
handheld photography.
- Stepping motor (lead screw-type STM) helps provide smooth
and quiet focusing operation when taking photos, and near-silence
when shooting videos.
- One UD lens and two aspherical lenses** help deliver
outstanding image quality at all distance settings by reducing
chromatic and spherical aberrations.
- Angle of view similar to a 45mm standard lens (35mm
equivalent) provides flexible image capture of various subjects and
scenes at macro distances and beyond.
- Tapered lens top shape makes it easy to capture
high-quality images at close range without casting
shadows.
The Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT electronic flash unit is
scheduled to be available through authorized Canon dealers in
June 2016 for an estimated retail
price of $579.991. Canon's
EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens is
scheduled to be available through authorized Canon dealers in June
for an estimated retail price of $299.991.
About Canon U.S.A.,
Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a
leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial
digital imaging solutions to the United
States and to Latin America
and the Caribbean (excluding
Mexico) markets. With
approximately $31 billion in global
revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE: CAJ), ranks third
overall in U.S. patents granted in 2015† and is one of Fortune
Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2016. Canon
U.S.A. is committed to the highest
level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent
U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it
distributes. Canon U.S.A. is
dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and
environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas
Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for
the design, construction, operations and maintenance of
high-performance green buildings. To keep apprised of the latest
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1Availability, pricing
and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Actual prices are set by
individual dealers and may vary.
* Based on Canon's standards. As compared to the
Speedlite 600EX-RT.
** Among autofocus lenses for interchangeable lens
cameras. As of May 11, 2016, based on
Canon's research.
Canon U.S.A.
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