As I looked back in time on my stories that I wrote, “Start of Circuit Breaker in Singapore – 7th April 2020” and “Begun the Circuit Breaker has in Singapore”, there were so much things happening and taking place during that time when we entered into Circuit Breaker mode. It was a very difficult and stressful time for everyone of us here in Singapore. 

I didn’t take many photographs outside during that period due to the circuit breaker. Most of the photos were shot at home or from my window looking out and around my neighbourhood. I was reviewing the Canon EOS M6 Mark II during that Circuit Breaker period.

What do you remember from your circuit breaker period in Singapore? Here were some of the photographs that I took during the Circuit Breaker in Singapore that started on 7th April 2020. 

We are not out of the woods yet in our fight against COVID-19, not just in Singapore, around the whole world too. While the situation here in Singapore has improved over this one year time frame from 7th April 2020 to 7th April 2021, we cannot let our guard down against our battle against this ongoing global pandemic. 

One last message, we DO NOT WANT another Circuit Breaker! Everyone of us here must play our part and continue our fight against COVID-19. Slowly, we can get back to a more normal lifestyle again soon. 

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Having seen, touched, tested and reviewed the predecessor EOS M50 to the new EOS M50 Mark II, this new mirrorless EOS M50 Mark II is built on a strong foundation. The EOS M50 and EOS M6 are two mirrorless cameras from the EOS M family that I like, compact, easy to use, versatile and good cameras, that led to their next generation in EOS M6 Mark II and EOS M50 Mark II that we are seeing in the market today.

“The EOS M50 Mark II’s compact size belies its superior image capture and video recording capabilities. Its ease of use makes it a great choice for users who relish a simple shooting experience but expects great results,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. 

What are the features on this new Canon EOS M50 Mark II mirrorless camera?

Capture Beautiful Portraits and Vivid Action Shots 

Always had trouble capturing sharp images of your active toddler who is constantly on the move or find it hard to zoom in on your child’s face as he runs across the pitch during soccer practice? The EOS M50 Mark II features an enhanced Eye Detection AF, which is able to detect and focus on a subject’s eye even when the person is far away. This will ensure the eye will always stay in focus, making it possible to use Eye Detection AF for full body shots in addition to the common upper body portrait shot. Users can capture subjects quickly and accurately when they are approaching from a distance, making it great for candid shots as well. 

Eye detection AF is also available with Servo AF when shooting still images and Movie Servo AF when shooting video, so you will always be able to capture your subject’s natural expressions even when they are in motion. 

The EOS M50 Mark II has a continuous shooting speed of up to 7.4fps with servo AF so users can capture multiple shots of moving subjects such as children or pets. Its built-in high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) makes for easy viewing even when shooting in the bright outdoors. 

The AF frame display in EVF or LCD screen of the EOS M50 Mark II, which shows which part of the picture the camera is focusing on, has also been improved. It is now faster and tracks the subject more smoothly, so users will always know which part of the picture will be in focus without experiencing any on-screen lag. Display speed on the AF frame display in the viewfinder or LCD screen has also been improved on the EOS M50 Mark II, allowing for a better visualisation of the tracking. 

An EOS first, the EOS M50 Mark II makes full use of its touch-sensitive display with the new Tap AF feature where users can instantly switch focus from one person to another by just tapping on the screen, which is especially useful in group shots. This is in addition to the Touch & Drag AF, where users can move the AF frame by dragging their finger on the screen while shooting through the EVF. 

Enhanced Movie Shooting Experience 

Fast and stable AF is essential when it comes to shooting videos of moving subjects. On the EOS M50 Mark II, Eye Detection AF works with Movie Servo AF shooting. By simply keeping the subject within the frame while shooting, it will track the subject smoothly. Users can thus focus on the composition of the video while leaving the tracking of the subject to the camera.

With an improved contrast AF algorithm, users can also expect enhanced AF stability during 4K movies shooting with EF-M lenses. This will enable smooth movie recording, with reduced wobbling. EOS M50 Mark II supports movie digital zoom (approx. 3-10x) at the central part of the screen during shooting, which can be combined with optical zoom on a zoom lens to achieve magnified shooting with up-close shots.

With existing cameras, movies shot vertically are displayed smaller in a horizontal position when users play back the movie on a smart device. On the EOS M50 Mark II, an “add rotate info” option enables automatic vertical playback on smart devices, PCs and compatible social media, which enables a better viewing experience. Vloggers are now able to live-stream directly to YouTube (1) from EOS M50 Mark II by connecting to Wi-Fi without using a streaming unit. The EOS M50 Mark II also supports the Canon’s new image.canon cloud platform and registered users of the platform can upload, store, download and transfer images smoothly between various devices. 

Equipped with a Vari-angle LCD monitor and features such as touch screen recording, movie self-timer and an external microphone jack, the EOS M50 Mark II make it intuitive and easy for vloggers to record videos and do live streaming. 

Exceptional Lighting Control with Speedlite EL-1 

Canon photographers alert! There is a new professional speedlite, it’s Canon new flagship speedlite EL-1, it’s their first flash model to bear the iconic red line that we know and associate with from our Canon’s L series lenses collection. This is a symbol of high quality, performance and durability. This new speedlite features a new xenon tube that provides highly stable arc discharge and ensures durability.

This new flagship Speedlite EL-1 is going to be on professional photographers radar, a new and powerful flash, portable and ease of use.

The Speedlite EL-1 offers great flexibility in terms of firing control, with 14-stops of manual power selection to as low as 1/8192 flash output. When combined with high ISO settings on the camera, photographers can achieve images that retain the natural colours and exposure of the environment while providing subtle lighting on the human subject. Users can control up to 15 units of Speedlites wirelessly using radio transmission, which provides greater creative control to their lighting requirements. 

Powered by a new lithium-ion battery with a new charging circuit design, the Speedlite EL-1 achieves high-speed charging performance that keeps firing in scenes with movement. In addition, the charging speed does not change even when the battery level is low. The flash can continuously fire for 160 times or more2, thanks to its active cooling system and a durable xenon tube. With the new battery LP-EL, battery life has been enhanced to allow Speedlite EL-1 to fire up to 335 times at 1/1 power. This is approximately 3.4x more than the Speedlite 600EX II-RT.

The Speedlite EL-1 is also equipped with two colour LED modelling lamps, which is very useful for photographers to envision the colour and direction of light prior to shooting. Being Canon’s new flagship flash, the Speedlite EL-1 can handle the elements with its weather sealing design, with dust and water resistance similar to the EOS-1DX Mark III camera. The Speedlite EL-1 also sports an improved UI and a new joystick, which makes accessing the menus and changing of settings a breeze. 

Pricing and Availability 

Both the EOS M50 Mark II and Speedlite EL-1 will be available in late November from Canon authorized dealers and pricing will be advised at a later date. 

Notes:

(1) The live streaming service of this product supports scheduled live streaming on YouTube only. To use the live streaming service, registration on image.canon is needed in advance together with the latest firmware. In accordance with YouTube’s “Restrictions on live streaming”, users must have a minimum of 1,000 channel subscribers in order to live stream from a mobile device.  

(2) The number of continuous flashes until the temperature warning level 1 (the interval at which firing is possible is forced to eight seconds) at 1/1 power (manual firing)  

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and GLOO PR *

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My knowledge and understanding of the Canon EOS M series cameras went back to their first Canon EOS M mirrorless camera in year 2012 that my parents owned and used until the Canon EOS RP entered into the frame, replacing it in 2019. Along with camera reviews completed for some of the Canon EOS M series cameras such as the EOS M50, EOS M6, EOS M5, EOS M10 and EOS M3. Over my years of owning and using Canon EOS DSLR series cameras and most recently adding the Canon EOS RP into my lineup, my ongoing coverage of Canon cameras and lenses, with various camera reviews completed allowed me to publish an article on the Canon mirrorless journey from EOS M to EOS R.

The Canon EOS M200 would be a fun and easy to use camera for users who might be looking to learn more about photography and seeking an upgrade from just using smartphone yet they do not wish to go into the higher end camera models at this point in time. If you are looking into starting off with a fun and easy to use compact mirrorless camera, do check out the Canon EOS M200.

Let me share with you more information and details on the Canon EOS M200 below:

Canon announced the latest addition to the EOS mirrorless interchangeable lens camera line-up: the EOS M200. A compact and intuitive camera, the EOS M200 is perfect for those looking to up their social media game from smartphone photography, to deliver higher quality images and videos to their followers. The camera is also ideal for users who desire higher quality selfie stills and videos or enthusiasts who wish to embark on their photography journey.

“As the latest addition to the EOS mirrorless interchangeable lens camera line-up, the EOS M200 impresses with quality and style, allowing users to shoot with ease for both stills and videos,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. “This highly portable, lightweight camera is equipped with a Silent Shooting mode for users to photograph a wider variety of scenarios. Together with the Creative Assist function, it allows photography amateurs to operate the camera smoothly and seamlessly.”

Stills and videos that stand out

At the heart of the EOS M200 is a 24.1 megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, which is proprietary to Canon, has been improved and the number of AF zones available for automatic selection has expanded to a maximum of 143 points, ensuring that users can achieve high-speed AF with fast live view shooting effortlessly for sharp high-quality images.

Being an interchangeable lens camera, users have the flexibility of selecting different EF-M lenses for various purposes, be it for macro, portrait, wide angle or telephoto shots, allowing more creative expression for various content. The camera can also be adapted to use Canon’s existing line-up of EF/EF-S lenses, which further expands the freedom of imagination for users to deliver unique content.

What is a portrait or selfie if the eyes are not in focus? As eyes are the windows to the soul, the Eye Detection AF ensures that the subject’s eyes are always in focus even if the subject is constantly moving – allowing the user to focus more on nailing that perfect shot with more natural expression.

With the new DIGIC 8 image processor, ISO capabilities have been enhanced on the EOS M200 and a maximum ISO speed of ISO 25600 (expandable to ISO 51200) is achievable for still images. This makes capturing clear images in dark locations possible. The EOS M200 is also capable of shooting 4K videos at a smooth 24p and 25p, with high image clarity and blurred background expression.

Stylish design and useful features

Designed to be slim and lightweight, the EOS M200 body weighs approximately 299g and can easily fit into bags. With two colours to choose from, the black EOS M200 comes in a premium matte finish whereas the white EOS M200 is designed with a textured grip and a sleek silver accent on the top body—that perfect style companion. Crafted not only for ergonomic comfort, it is designed with intuitive three mode dial on the top ensuring quick access so the user would not miss that perfect moment that they want to share with their followers.

The camera also comes with the Creative Assist function, where users can easily adjust the desired look of photos directly in-camera with intuitive words such as “brightness” and “background blur” without having prior knowledge of shutter speed, aperture or white balance. Additionally, a variety of in-camera creative filters allow users to add effects to their photos – such as grainy film, HDR oil painting, watercolour and fish-eye effects.

Equipped with a Silent Shooting mode, users of the EOS M200 can shoot still images in scenarios such as presentations, music recitals and art museums without worrying about the shutter sound. The LCD screen of the camera tilts 180 degrees with a dedicated self-portrait mode. With most social content being consumed on mobile, content with vertical orientation is key. The EOS M200 fulfils that criteria with the ability to record movies that would automatically playback in vertical position on mobile devices. Movies can also be easily recorded with the record button displayed on the LCD.

What’s more, the visual guide, which is particularly useful for those who are new to photography, is built into the EOS M200’s user interface. This includes a shooting mode guide, a menu display with item descriptions, along with hints and tips to understand technical terms. There is also the optionalTripod Grip accessory HG100-TBR that can also double up as a table tripod and for steadier handheld recording, which will come in handy for content creators who take selfie shots or videos.

Smartphone connectivity

In addition to Wi-Fi, the EOS M200 supports Bluetooth connection as a way to connect to smart devices such as smartphones and tablets. Once the initial pairing setting is complete, the EOS M200 and the corresponding smart device will automatically connect via Bluetooth. After pairing and selecting a function within the app, the camera will automatically be connected with the appropriate connection method.

Users can transfer images via Wi-Fi connection from the EOS M200 to a smart device in two ways: the conventional method of transferring only selected images or send images to the smart device simultaneously while shooting. The latter will be especially useful for those who want to manage captured images quickly so they could upload to social media.

Pricing and Availability

The EOS M200 will be available from October 2019 at Canon authorised dealers at the following retail recommended prices:

1. EOS M200 (with EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM & EFM22mm f/2 STM) Black & White – $1,009

2. EOS M200 (with EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM) Black & White – $809

Product Specifications

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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Take a look at the Canon @ IT Show 2019 brochures and their attractive promotions!

DSLR and Mirrorless DILC cameras

Compact digital cameras

Printers

If you are thinking of which camera to get, let me share with you my personal experiences with the reviews that I did for some of the Canon camera models and printers!

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photojournalism/canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-review 

Canon EOS M50 – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photojournalism/canon-eos-m50-review

Canon EOS M5 – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photojournalism/canon-eos-m5-review

Canon EOS M6 – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photography/canon-eos-m6-review

Canon PIXMA Pro 10 – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photography/canon-pixma-pro-10-review

Canon Mini Photo Printer – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photography/canon-pixma-pro-10-review

Canon full-frame mirrorless camera

Canon EOS R – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photography/canon-launched-canon-eos-rp

Canon EOS RP – http://blog.photojournalist-tgh.tv/photography/canon-launched-canon-eos-rp

My family recently decide to purchase the Canon EOS RP, it’s a joint decision and this full-frame mirrorless camera would be shared between my parents and myself.  If you are looking for a full-frame mirrorless camera from Canon, check out the Canon EOS  R and Canon EOS RP. At this point in time when this article is published, I am still in the midst of conducting my reviews on them.

Are you a Joseph Schooling fan? Don’t miss this wonderful event!

Canon Ambassador Joseph Schooling Meet & Greet

Date & Time: Saturday, 9 March 2019, 3 – 5pm

Venue: Canon Booth @ IT Show 2019, Suntec Singapore – Level 4, Hall 406 (Booth 8201 & 8203)

If you are looking/planning to upgrade your camera setup, or start your photography adventures, Canon @ IT Show 2019 is the place for you to visit and check out their deals and promotions!

For more information, check out the links below

Canon Singapore FB Page – https://www.facebook.com/CanonSGOfficial/

Canon Singapore @ IT Show 2019 – https://sg.canon/en/consumer/web/itshow2019

Happy shopping with Canon @ IT Show 2019!

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy Public Relations *

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Let me share with you Canon Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2019! Check out the Canon’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2019 below!

For the wanderlust couple jetting off to the exotic unknown

Canon EOS R Kit – S$4,898

For the lady, getting the Canon EOS R for your boyfriend or husband (I reckon they will love the new and latest Canon full frame mirrorless camera toy) and get him to do all the photography for you (anyway, the guy now has no excuse not to do it for you since they got this wonderful Valentine’s Day Gift from you!), they would be the perfect Insta-BF/Husband for your #couplegoals, OOTD, parties, events and travel holidays.

* Free mount adapter EF-EOS R with purchase, valid till 28 Feb 2019

* Customers must register product warranty online to receive mount adapter

Valentine’s Day Promotion – Couple Goals! For the couple that can’t resist a good deal

Both of you buy a Canon mirrorless camera for each other as part of your couple goals, go out and enjoy couple time taking photographs together! If you would like to know more about the Canon EOS M6, check out my review article here!

For Her : Canon EOS M100 Kit (EF-M15-45 IS STM) – PINK, S$699

For Him : Canon EOS M6 Kit (EF-M15-45 IS STM) – SILVER, S$899

*Free Canon SelphyCP 1300 Printer (Pink) worth $199 with purchase, valid till 1 – 10 Feb 2019 for eShop and till 14 Feb 2019 for authorized dealers

For lovers who Loves to Print On-The-Go

Canon Mini Photo Printer – S$189

The Canon Mini Photo Printer is highly recommended for couples, print on the go while having a date, attending events or when you are both traveling overseas for holiday. Printing photographs can be really fun and I hope my photography article can inspire you further to print and share the love of printing!

*FreeTokidokigifts worth $98 (Pouch, lanyard, charm, body sticker, tote bag) with purchase, valid till 24 Feb 2019

For the selfie-loving couple ready to up their game

PowerShot SX740 HS – S$529 

Moments don’t last forever, which is why you need a handy camera for both photo and video-taking to ensure that every important memory is captured. The PowerShotSX740 HS allows you to capture those cherished, once-in-a-lifetime experiences quickly and easily.

You can also flip the camera screen to take cute selfies together!

* Free 16GB SD with purchase, valid till 28 Feb 2019

For the DIY artists or couples who embark on a business together

Scrapbooking + Nail Sticker Printing : PIXMA TS8270 – S$299

* Free Klean Kanteen insulated bottle and 2 packs of nail stickers worth $86 with purchase, valid till 24 Feb 2019

Home Businesses + Nail Sticker Printing : PIXMA TS707 – $179

* Free pack of nail sticker, 3.5” PP-201 paper and 5” PP-201 paper worth $32.90, valid till 24 Feb 2019

For the Homebodies that Love to Netflix & Chill (literally)

Canon RAYO S1 Mini Projector – S$559

Netflix and chill in higher resolution and on a bigger screen with the Canon RAYO S1 Mini Projector,the perfect device to bring on dates anytime, anywhere.

* Free Targus Bag worth $119 with purchase, valid till 24 Feb 2019

Happy Valentine’s Day Shopping 2019 with Canon!

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy Public Relations *

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On a personal basis, I really like the aesthestics, buttons layout design and feel of the EOS M6, the dials and surface feeling, giving a retro feel of the film camera, this vintage style design of the Canon EOS M6 packed with Canon’s modern camera and photography technology.

When the Canon EOS M6 was available for a loan review in December 2017, I took up the opportunity to loan and review the Canon EOS M6. This lightweight and easy to use Canon EOS M6 accompanied me for various photography adventures, attending events, taking photos of dogs and cats, product shoot, food photography, street photography and priceless memories from my gatherings with friends and family.

Let me first give you, my readers, a recap on the key technical specifications of the Canon EOS M6

Canon EOS M6 Product specifications

Image sensor: 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor

Imaging processor: DIGIC 7

Focal plane AF: Dual Pixel CMOS AF

Max frame rate: 9.0 fps (AF fixed), 7.0 fps (AF tracking)

Max standard ISO speed: ISO 25,600

Monitor: 3.0-inch LCD, approx. 1.04 million dots touch panel tilts up to approx. 180, and down approx. 45 degrees (selfie mode)

Movie: Full HD 60 fps

Connectivity: Wi-Fi / NFC / Bluetooth Low Energy technology

EVF: External

Dimensions: Approx. 112.0 x 68.0 x 44.5mm

Weight: Approx. 390g

The Canon EOS M6 is available in 2 kit options, EF-M18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS kit and EF-M15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS kit. For this review, I had the EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5 – 6.3 IS lens.

Now let me share my thoughts and views of the Canon EOS M6 through the paragraphs below:

Aesthestics / Body

• Solid and rugged feel on the camera body
• Knobs on the tops of the camera body for adjusting shutter and aperture are solid, easy to use
• On / Off switch is a lever, improved from the small button of the earlier EOS M models
• Exposure compensation dial on the top
• Dial mode on the top, easy to access and use
• Touch screen, easy to use, can drag and choose AF point
• Tilt screen can go 180 degrees, ideal for selfies/wefies and countdown timer individual/group shots
• Tilt screen can turn to 90 degrees, horizontal level, making it easy for low level or tilt/looking up photography
• Level and Histogram can be switched on during shooting that allows the photographer to have more information
• Lightweight
• Camera handgrip is well built and solid
• Wi-Fi button on the right side of the camera, easy to press, connect and use.

Canon EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM Review

• A good focal length range, wide to mid-telephoto zoom
• Decent bokeh
• Versatile
• AF not fast when tracking fast moving subjects
• Lightweight, easy to carry around
• Quite solid build and feel
• In-built Image Stabliser (IS)

Photographs Quality

• Sharp and accurate details of subject
• Colours – vibrant and accurate
• ISO 25,600 is the maximum, noise level is quite high, not recommended unless necessary

Notes:

• No in-built EVF, optional accessory
• No 4K video

I have to confess that the vintage style design of the Canon EOS M6 won me over along with its lightweight, easy to use, excellent buttons/dials layout design and strong capabilities.

The Canon EOS M6 is ideal and well suited for travel, family, daily usage camera that allows you to carry a lightweight and portable mirrorless camera out for leisure and work purposes.

While there is no 4K video capability and no in-built EVF (optional accessory EVF-DC2 is available), the two capabilities that I would love to have inside the Canon EOS M6. With regards to the EVF, I am from the “old school” of photography, thus I always prefer to take photographs through the viewfinder.

I let my photographs do the talking as much as I can write here, do visit my Flickr photograph album showcasing my photographs shot during my Canon EOS M6 review.

The Canon EOS M6 camera is an easy to use, lightweight and portable, packed with pretty good technical capabilities. It’s suitable for first time photographers, as well as for seasoned photographers too. Is this the Canon mirrorless camera that should be in my everyday bag?

For those who prefer a Canon mirrorless camera with built-in EVF, I suggest you you take a look at the Canon EOS M5. Both are very similar cameras in terms of their technical specifications and capabilities. Canon EOS M6 verus Canon EOS M5, which mirrorless camera model wins my heart?

* I would like to thank Canon Singapore for the opporunity to review the Canon EOS M6 *

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