A few months back in July 2019, I published an article titled, “Telling my stories with Canon RF35mm f/1.8”, a prelude to my Canon RF35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens review. Due to photography business, other work commitments and content creation on my technology and business portal/blog, the review article had been delayed till now.

The Canon RF35mm f/1.8 does not belong to the Canon’s legendary L lenses family, yet this lens would not lose out to them in terms of output/photo quality. It does not have weather sealing against dust and moisture, this is something that photographers would have to take note. Yet, when you touch and feel this lens, it gives you a solid and rugged feel.

They also have image stabiliser (IS), this would be very handy and useful for photographers. This lens uses the STM drive system, not the USM drive system. Personally, I would prefer the USM drive system, faster and less noise. There are times whereby the RF35mm f/1.8 is a bit slow on focusing, it took me some time to adapt to the character of the RF35mm f/1.8 lens.

Bokeh at f/1.8, personally for me, I really like it and I would use it creatively when the opportunity arises depending on the photography genre and situations. While some may want to compare it to a f/1.4 or f/1.2 lens, it would not be fair to the RF35mm f/1.8 lens.

As for the Macro function, the maximum magnification is 0.5x, as compared to the EF100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM lens magnification is 1x, do take note. The RF35mm f/1.8 has a minimum focusing distance of 0.17m, a very short distance to work on for your Macro photography. During the course of my review of this lens, I brought the RF35mm f/1.8 lens as close as possible to the subjects that I am shooting, there were some pretty nice photographs that I really liked.

While I was doing some technical specifications comparisons on the RF35mm f/1.8 lens with other Canon lenses, I saw that it has 9 Diaphragm blades, same number in some of the other Canon EF and RF L lenses. From the photographs that I shot using the RF35mm f/1.8 with Canon EOS RP, I am able to view the sharpness and quality of this lens.   

Thoughts and Views

A small lens, not too heavy at 305g, the classic 35mm focal length is probably one of the photographers favourite lens to work with/use, whether for street, wedding or travel. This lens is something that I like, a versatile lens for street, travel and wedding photography. Moreover, this lens has the Macro function, if and when you need to do Macro photography shoot.

I would consider getting this RF35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens, it’s really versatile and the bokeh at f/1.8 is pretty bokehlicious. With this lens on my Canon EOS RP, a lightweight combination for street and travel photography. At a retail price of SGD829, it’s quite a value for money lens given its versatility and sharp output quality.

More photographs of the Canon RF35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM review can be viewed here inside this Flickr photo album. If you are keen to own this lens, do visit Canon Singapore website!

There are currently more RF lenses available in the market, do follow my photography and travel portal/blog on Canon news, updates and reviews! I hope to get more opportunities to do more RF lenses review and share my photographs, views and thoughts on the lenses with my readers.

I would like to thank Canon Singapore and Ogilvy for the opportunity to review the Canon RF35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens.

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Personally, I would love to have the Canon EOS M6 Mark II mirrorless camera as a Christmas gift, any kind hearted person would like to be my Santa Claus for this Christmas 2019? I have been a good  *adult* kid! If you are keen to get the Canon EOS RP, check out my review article!

There is something for everybody this Christmas 2019! Let me share with you!

For the aspiring photographer brother!

Canon EOS RP 

Weighing only 485g, the EOS RP is Canon’s smallest and lightest EOS full frame camera to date. It features the latest Canon proprietary technology that delivers unparalleled optical excellence in a well-refined body. For the aspiring photographer brother in the family, this makes a perfect gift!

The Dual Sensing IS of the EOS RP detects camera shake and provides image stabilization that allows users to capture quality images, especially in low-light settings. Your photographer brother can capture fleeting moments with its smooth and lightning-fast autofocus speed of up to 0.05 seconds. Boasting of video shooting at 4k resolution at 24p/25p, your brother can take also his photography and videography to new levels.

Also equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, transferring images to smart devices or computers are made effortless. Share the joy of quality family portraits and capture the season of giving!

For the vlogger Dads out there

Canon EOS M6 Mark II (available in silver)

EOS M6 Mark II (Body)	S$1,249
EOS M6 Mark II + EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM EOS M6 Mark II + EF-M18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM	$1,409 $1,849

Have a dad who can’t stop videoing every single moment for keepsakes and memories? Let your dad capture every family moment he loves with the EOS M6 Mark II. The camera is the latest addition to the EOS M series of mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera and is especially appealing with the option to shoot 4K movies without crop.

Be it at a Christmas party or dinner, your dad can capture the full excitement of the festive season confidently with the new movie digital image Stabilization which reduces camera shake. The EOS M6 Mark II also has a 3.0 inch tilting LCD (tilts 45 degrees downwards and 180 degrees upwards) that allows for unique and creative angles. This feature also enables you and your squad to take cute selfies to remember.

The camera also delivers top notch DSLR performance along with its improved high-resolution 32.5 megapixel CMOS sensor, giving your dad the creative freedom he needs – from shooting messy family dinner scenes at Christmas to peaceful moments of calm after the festivities. For that vlogger dad of yours, the EOS M6 Mark II is sure to delight him this festive season!

For the wanderlust cousin 

Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III

There’s always that cousin in the family who’s dreaming of the next vacation and loves snapping away at picturesque landscapes and aesthetic cafes. For this wanderlust cousin, the PowerShot G7 X Mark III is a perfect travel companion with its compact body and top-notch features.

The latest PowerShot G7 X Mark III features a stellar combination of DSLR speed, quality and lightweight handling. Boasting a 20.1MP, 1-inch stacked CMOS sensor, a wide aperture of f/1.8- f/2.8 with a good optical zoom of 4.2x and Canon’s pioneering DIGIC 8 processor in a compact body, the G7 X Mark III offers DSLR-like creative expression in both stills and uncropped 4K videos. Its pre-shoot setting means your cousin doesn’t have to worry missing out on any unexpected moment as shots are captured 0.5 seconds before they even press the shutter.

Your travelling cousin can also look forward to creating movies in stunning definition and views as the camera not only lets users capture 4K movies without crop, but also has a tilting LCD for various unique angles. Surprise your wanderlust cousin this Christmas!

For the fun-loving sister who values memories

iNSPiC [S] and [C]

The perfect gift for any sibling, the iNSPiC [S] and [C] offers instant gratification with photo-taking and printing, making those memories more permanent for your lovable sister.

Joining the party with a built-in LED ring light that circles the camera lens and activate a powerful fill light for beautiful portrait shots, the iNSPiC [S] lets you capture those Insta-worthy moments at any time of the day with your siblings.

The iNSPiC [S] also comes with a Micro SD slot that supports card capabilities of 256GB so you can save your photos onto a laptop at home. The iNSPiC [C] comes in pops of fun colours with a built-in 5-megapixel camera and a selfie mirror to ease selfie shots in group settings, making those sibling wefies with the sister more fun to take. What’s more, turn your photo printouts into stickers with the iNSPiC [C]’s peel-and-stick reverse side, allowing you to paste these memories wherever you want.

This festive season, whether having a sumptuous dinner or unboxing presents, let your sister keep those memories close by simply snapping and printing with the iNSPiC!

For the artistic mums out there

Canon PIXMA TS5370 and TS8370

For those of you looking for a gift to satisfy the artistic needs of your mother looking to deck the halls this Christmas, look no further than the PIXMA TS5370 and TS8370 where creative printing comes in a form of a compact and sleek body!

From printing scrapbooking kits to Christmas greeting cards, and even fabric printing on T-shirts, tote bags, wallets and wristlets, the TS5370 and TS8370 is sure to satisfy Mum and all her imaginative house decorations! Your mum can even print out her own unique festive nail sticker design after decorating the house down.

Both printers are also equipped with wireless connectivity to allow users to print from mobile devices without a wireless router, and its wireless connect button makes it convenient for simple and reliable home printing. This Christmas, gift your mum this sleek and stylish printer that is set to be her companion for any decorative event.

For the auntie who loves watching movies and TV

Canon RAYO S1

Don’t underestimate its tiny size as the RAYO S1 packs a punch with its ability to deliver superior projection imaging quality. Weighing only 240g, the RAYO S1 mini projector allows you to take your movies anywhere!

For the aunty who is obsessed with her K Drama or soap operas, she can enjoy some Christmas movies with a cup of hot chocolate in the comfort of their own home, or even take it out for a movie under the stars. What’s more, media stored on smart devices can also be streamed directly via either Wired or Wireless networks, allowing that adventurous movie marathoner to explore various possibilities of movie screening.

Your aunty can also add to the festive mood by playing some jazzy Christmas songs on the Rayo S1 as it also alternates as a Bluetooth speaker! Other enhanced features that the Rayo S1 works as includes a portable power bank and an external hard drive for data storage. Be it at a Christmas gathering or even outdoors, this is the ultimate gadget for your auntie who can’t tear her eyes away from the screen.

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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The 70-200mm focal length range is one of the most popular lens used by both professionals and leisure photographers around the world. It’s versatile and can be used in a number of photography genres including landscape photography. From events, portraiture, sports and wildlife photography, the 70-200mm lens is a “staple” lens for many photographers. For commercial photography work, the f/2.8 does make a difference, one of the reasons that made me changed from my EF70-200mm f/4 L USM to EF70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM a few years back.

The Canon 70-200mm L series lenses are really good, excellent quality and optics, for both the f/4 and f/2.8 series. One of my favourite lenses, the EF70-200mm f/4 was actually my second L lens and I used it for 10 years before upgrading to EF70-200mm f/2.8 for my commercial photography work. Canon has many years of professional experience and manufacturing quality in the L lenses, I am confident that this new RF70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM telephoto lens would continue on Canon’s 70-200mm L lenses legacy. 

With the announcement of the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM lens, I would have options to add this to my Canon EOS RP setup or continue using my EF70-200mm f/2.8L lens with the adaptor. How I would want to build my Canon EOS RP and RF lenses setup, it’s still a work in progress (and a lot to strategise and plan) since I have my existing Canon EOS-1DX Mark II DSLR inside my setup.

For those who have just started/concentrating on the Canon EOS R and RF lenses system, you have less headache and can start to welcome the new RF lenses being announced and arriving into the market. The new RF L lenses announcements showed Canon’s commitment to the Canon EOS R and RF lenses lineup, I am looking forward to more lenses on their RF lenses roadmap!

Let me share with you more information and details on the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM telephoto lens:

“The RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM completes Canon’s Zoom Trinity Lenses, the other two lenses  being the RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. “The shooting range of the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is incredibly diverse with its ability to shoot from still portraits to fast-moving sporting activities. Together with its lightweight and compact body, the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM truly makes for an ideal partner in producing high quality images.”

Reduction in Overall Length and Weight

Compared to the well-established EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM lens (the existing EF mount model), the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is approximately 27% shorter and 28% lighter. In shooting situations, the lens and camera body combination is about 30% lighter compared to the existing EF lens and DSLR body combination. This would significantly help to lighten the load for shooting over a long period of time.

By using an extending zoom type design, coupled with the large diameter mount, short back focus and effective use of aspherical lenses, there is a significant reduction in the total length of the lens when it is at its shortest.

With a length of approximately 170.2mm when stored with its lens and dust cap, the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM can be easily stored in a camera backpack, leaving room for other lenses or equipment.

New Optical Design with Electronic Floating Focus System

With the large diameter and short back focus of the new EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera system, this significantly increases the degree of freedom in lens design compared to conventional EF lenses, while maintaining high image quality.

The new optical design of the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM consists of 17 elements in 13 groups, with two aspherical lenses, four UD lenses and one super UD lens. For the very first time, Canon is using an electronic float focus control in the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM that drives the two lens groups individually. This feature makes the lens more compact and reduces the minimum focusing distance from 1.2m to 0.7m. With electronic floating focus control, ‘breathing’ due to focus movement can also be reduced so movies can be shot with a stable composition.

The RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is designed with Subwavelength Structure Coating (SWC), a special coating that enables excellent anti-reflectivity. This coating effectively suppresses reflections in situations where the light source appears on the screen, reducing flaring and ghosting.

High Speed and Smooth AF for Still and Movie Shooting with Two Nano USMs

For the very first time on a Canon lens, two thumb sized ultrasonic motors known as Nano USM are included in the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM and used for the floating focus control. By using two Nano USMs for lens driving, a high degree of quietness, power saving, and high-speed operation are achieved while retaining the compact size. This also achieves high-speed, high-precision still image AF and smooth movie AF in combination with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF in the EOS R series cameras.

The RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is equipped with an IS (lens-based image stabiliser) with a CIPA standard of five stops for still images. There are also three IS modes which are optimised for subject movement – IS mode 1 for still subjects, IS mode 2 for panning and IS mode 3 for irregular movement such as sports. 

Durable and Built to Last

As an L-series lens designed for professional use, the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM adopts unique extendable design that allows air to pass through but not dust and moisture. This ensures water and dust resistance which makes it an ideal companion even during unfavourable weather conditions.

The RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is the first RF lens designed with a white heat shield coating, which suppresses the rise in temperature, especially when it is used during hot weather. A lens

hood in the same colour as the RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is also included, with a sliding window for easy operation of polarising filters with the hood attached.

Canon has also newly developed a compact tripod mount that can be easily removed with a simple operation. The easy-to-read index allows users to quickly change the vertical and horizontal framing when using a tripod.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and availability will be advised at a later date.

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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For photographers who specialise in the portraiture photography genre, the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS lens would definitely be of interest to you! The 85mm focal length is one of the popular focal length choices used by portraiture photographers. Having tried out the EF85mm f/1.2L and EF85mm f/1.4L lenses, and having reviewed the EF85mm f/1.4L previously, I personally prefer using the f/1.4 focal length.

I would be keen to test and review the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS lens, some time down the road when the opportunity arises. Using my previous knowledge and experience using the EF85mm f/1.2L and f/1.4L lenses, the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS lens would be able to continue on Canon’s 85mm L lenses legacy.

With the announcement of the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS lens, I now have an option to choose from both EF and RF lenses, the 85mm portraiture lens that I have been considering to add on to my setup. How I would want to build my Canon EOS RP and RF lenses setup, it’s still a work in progress (and a lot to strategise and plan) since I have my existing Canon EOS-1DX Mark II DSLR inside my setup.

For those who have just started/concentrating on the Canon EOS R and RF lenses system, you have less headache and can start to welcome the new RF lenses being announced and arriving into the market. The new RF L lenses announcements showed Canon’s commitment to the Canon EOS R and RF lenses lineup, I am looking forward to more lenses on their RF lenses roadmap!

Let me share with you more information and details on the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS lens:

“We are proud to introduce the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS, a powerful lens that achieves the highest optical performance among Canon’s interchangeable lenses with 85mm focal length,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. “Equipped with Canon’s  original DS coating and f/1.2 maximum aperture, the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS makes significant and smooth ‘bokeh expression’ possible to achieve.”

Unique DS Coating for Smooth Bokeh

With Canon’s proprietary vapour-deposited coating technology, the DS coating has the effect of gradually decreasing the transmittance of light from the centre to the periphery of the lens. This produces a smooth gradient bokeh that provides that beautiful expression as soft blurring can be achieved all around the outline of the bokeh. To optimise the effect, DS coating is used on the front and rear surface of the lens, allowing users to achieve high optical performance when shooting. The optical performance of the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS, together with the previously released RF85mm f/1.2L USM lens, even surpasses that of the renowned EF85mm f/1.2L USM lens.

With the large aperture of f/1.2, the soft and smooth gradient bokeh effect of the DS coating is maximised. The unique DS feature of the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS adds a special touch to images in various settings, ranging from weddings and portraits, fashion or lifestyle scenarios.

A Large Aperture Lens with Superior Resolution

When it comes to large aperture lenses, the 85mm focal length has been the ideal choice for portrait photographers, allowing them to create natural-looking portraits with beautiful bokeh in the background. The RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS has an optical design of 13 elements in 9 groups, including Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics (BR) optical element, 1 UD and 1 ground aspherical lens element. The BR and UD lenses help to greatly suppress chromatic aberration, resulting in excellent rendering performance.

The lens also features Canon’s proprietary Air Sphere Coating (ASC) to reduce lens flare and ghosting caused by reflections, as well as enhance image clarity and contrast when shooting back-lit subjects.

Thanks to its bright aperture of f/1.2 and 9-blade circular aperture, the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS delivers beautiful and soft background blur. The large aperture also allows users to capture sharp and crisp images in low light environments with a higher shutter speed.

The lens achieves a minimum focusing distance of 0.85m and 0.12x maximum magnification, expanding the shooting area from close-ups of people to shooting small objects.

A Brand New Shooting Experience

The RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS also features a new “control ring” found in new RF lens series, allowing users to assign settings that include aperture value, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity and exposure compensation. The tactile control ring gives the user precise control allowing accurate adjustment without looking away from the subject.

When the control ring is operated alongside the main dial and quick control dial on the EOS R camera, user will have three dials to set the aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity respectively, simplifying the complex operations that initially required several steps to achieve.

For flexible adaption to changes in the environment, users can assign exposure compensation to the control ring during portrait shooting. In the case when there is a sudden change in lighting conditions, the user can use one hand to operate the control ring and adjust exposure compensation while simultaneously using the shutter button with the other hand.

Being an L-lens for professionals, the RF85mm f/1.2L USM DS’s weatherproof construction also makes it dust and water-resistant, making it the perfect choice of lens for photographers who enjoy outdoor photography.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and availability will be advised at a later date.

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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Canon has announced that a new firmware update for the EOS R and EOS RP is now available for download. As part of the effort to continuously improve on the user’s experience every step of the way, the new firmware update improves on both cameras’ auto-focus capabilities and ensures that users never miss out on a shot.

This new firmware version offers the following key areas of improvement, enhanced for a seamless experience with the EOS R (v1.4.0) & EOS RP (v1.3.0):

1. Enhances eye detection Auto Focus (AF) for improved face and eye recognition at greater distances.
2. Improved Auto Focus (AF) performance helps the camera to focus on smaller subjects.
3. Reduced lag time between the actual Auto Focus (AF) and the AF frame display for images in the viewfinder or on the LCD.

With this firmware update, Canon delivers on its promise of “Delighting You Always”, ensuring that users have more control over their craft and are empowered to capture the shots they want.

The firmware update is available for download via the following links:

EOS R: https://asia.canon/support/EOS%20R/model

EOS RP: https://asia.canon/support/EOS%20RP/model

If you are a Canon EOS R or EOS RP owner, remember to update your camera firmware! Do Pay It Forward and Pass It On, share this firmware update to your fellow Canon EOS R and EOS RP camera owners to update their firmware!

Check out my Canon EOS R articles that I published earlier: Key links and information on Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP

Canon EOS R versus EOS RP

The Canon Mirrorless Journey from Canon EOS M to EOS R

Canon EOS RP review article

Canon EOS RP review photos on Flickr

Canon EOS R review article

Canon EOS R review photos on Flickr

* Information courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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Canon announced RF15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM and RF24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM lenses, these two focal range lenses are part of the holy trinity lenses that we photographers know and relate to. With the addition of these two RF L lenses, this announcement displays and reinforces Canon’s commitment to the RF lenses lineup and the EOS R full frame mirrorless cameras. The holy trinity lenses combination, 15-35mm, 24-70mm and 70-200mm focal length range, are very versatile and capable for many photography genres. These two lenses are highly anticipated and eagerly awaited by photographers using the Canon EOS R system.

Personally for me, this would also be a time for serious planning and consideration. With my current Canon EOS RP camera, I have the RF24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens and I can also use my EF lenses (EF17-40mm f/4 L USM, EF24-70mm f/4 L IS USM and EF70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM) for my Canon EOS 1DX Mark II. Investing in excellent quality lenses like the Canon L series, last you for a good decade at least (My EF17-40mm lens was probably bought in 2006 and I am still faithfully using it). Moving forward, I am planning to refresh some of my Canon L lenses, which lenses am I looking at and planning, is currently classified.

Let me share more information and details on Canon’s two new RF zoom trinity L lenses:

“The new RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM lenses, part of the Zoom Trinity, are much-anticipated zoom lenses added to complement the EOS RF lenses line-up and deliver on Canon’s commitment to building up the lens ecosystem for users of the EOS R and RP,” said Edwin Teoh, Head of Marketing, Singapore Operations, Canon Singapore. “As Canon’s first f/2.8 wide zoom lenses to be equipped with image stabilisation, coupled with features such as Nano USM for high-speed AF, these two lenses aim to deliver spectacular image quality that can adapt to the needs of photographers today.”

Both lenses cater to a wide variety of photography applications – the RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM’s versatile focal length range of 24-70mm makes it suitable for everyday use while the ultra-wide zoom range of the RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM makes it handy for landscapes and events such as weddings. Whether one is an advanced amateur or a seasoned professional photographer, they can rely on the high performance by Canon’s premium L-series lenses.

Edge-To-Edge Sharpness Throughout Zoom Range

The large diameter mount and the short back focus, which are common features of the RF mount, allows a large aperture lens to be placed near the imaging surface. This allows the advantage of achieving high image quality with gentle refraction of light rays and low aberrations, while retaining a more compact form. Users can expect lens aberrations to be significantly reduced with the arrangement of three glass-moulded aspherical lenses and three UD lenses on RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM and two UD lenses on RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM. The ASC coating on both lenses also helps to suppress flaring and ghosting, which could compromise image quality.

Unique to both RF lenses is the customisable control ring for exposure adjustment; ISO, shutter speed, aperture or exposure compensation. The tactile control ring allows a more precise control. The tiny yet powerful Nano USM focus drive system allows smooth, fast and quiet focusing. This is especially useful for wedding photographers shooting intimate moments such as vow exchanges or prayers in a place of worship.

Astounding Image Precision with IS

Both the RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM are equipped with the CIPA standard 5-stop IS, which gives users the ability to capture hand-held night scenes and dark indoor shots with minimal blurring. With the Dual Sensing IS feature for still images, the amount of shaking is detected from the camera’s CMOS sensor image information, in addition to the lens’ gyro sensor. By comparing and analysing these information, it is possible to detect and correct low-frequency shaking (slow shaking of the body due to breathing, etc.) that could not be detected on the lens side with high precision.

When recording movies or videos, Combination IS (the in-lens optical IS combined with the in-camera 5-axis electronic IS) enhances the effects of image stabilisation even further. The amount of shake that cannot be fully compensated for using lens IS alone is compensated further with in-camera electronic image stabilization.

Create Beautiful Bokeh with Bright Aperture of f/2.8

The RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM and RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM belong to Canon’s premium L-series range, denoted by the red line on the front barrel of the lenses. Both lenses feature water and dust resistant construction, so they can still perform in the event of sudden rainfall during outdoor shoots. The fluorine coating on the front and rear elements of both lenses helps to easily repel oil and water stains – which can be easily cleaned off with a dry cloth.

With the versatile day-to-day focal length range, the RF24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM can be used for various applications ranging from night scenes to portraits. The large and bright aperture enable users to shoot with less subject blurring at faster shutter speeds even in low light conditions, such as when photographing at night or indoors. For portrait photography, the f/2.8 aperture can create a beautiful bokeh effect, enhanced by the 9-blade circular diaphragm.

With the RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM, users can create images that utilise the ultrawide perspective of the lens and the blurring of the large f/2.8 aperture, expressing unique views of close up subjects. The extra one mm at the wide-angle end of the RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM (compared to the conventional 16mm) makes for dynamic photo expression with more emphasis on perspective and is especially useful for architecture and interior shots.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and availability for the two lenses will be advised at a later date.

Check out my Canon EOS R articles that I published earlier: Key links and information on Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP

The Canon Mirrorless Journey from Canon EOS M to EOS R

Canon EOS RP review article

Canon EOS RP review photos on Flickr

Canon EOS R review article

Canon EOS R review photos on Flickr

* Information and pictures courtesy of Canon Singapore and Ogilvy *

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The theme for Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival is “Bicentennial Mid-Autumn Festival 2019” (欢庆开埠两百年 花好月圆庆中秋). This year’s line-up has new bicentennial elements, the lanterns over two kilometres lining up New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street, giving visitors a visual tour from 200 years back – from the founding of modern Singapore in 1819, to the future of Singapore.

What are the key events and highlights of Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019? Let me bring you through a quick journey below:

Official Light-Up and Opening Ceremony (开幕典礼与亮灯仪式）

Date: 31st August 2019

Time: 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Location: New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street

The curtain raiser to Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019, the Opening Ceremony will take audience on a trip down memory lane from 1819 to 2019 and beyond. This will be a storytelling performance, a total of 248 performers putting up a multicultural theatre, song and dance performances, LED dragon dance and xinyao music medleys.

The Opening Ceremony will end with a big bang with the official light up grand finale!

Street Light Up (牛车水庆中秋亮灯）

Date: 31st August to 28th September 2019

Time: 7:00pm to 12:00am (Sunday to Thursday) ; 7:00pm to 2:00am (Friday and Saturday)

Location: Eu Tong Sen Street, New Bridge Road and South Bridge Road

A convergence of Singapore Bicentennial celebrations and Mid-Autumn festivities is being displayed on the streets of Chinatown in the from of handcrafted lanterns, showcasing the story and history of Singapore’s progress from the founding years, to present and into the future. A total of 168 handcrafted lanterns are displayed along New Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street and South Bridge Road.

The main centrepiece lantern display is at the junction of Eu Tong Sen Street and Upper Cross Street, measuring 11m in height x 7m x 7m, celestial Chang’e is holding the Jade Rabbit, standing alongside seven time “stamps”, reflecting scenes of Singapore and future worlds with a full moon in the background. This centrepiece is a conglomeration of Singapore’s culture and heritage, showcasing the Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019 theme “Bicentennial Mid-Autumn Festival 2019”, welcoming all visitors to join in Mid-Autumn Festival 2019 celebrations at Chinatown.

Looking Back 1819 – 1965

Spot Sir Stamford Raffles, marking his arrival and Singapore’s beginnings as a free port, check out the attap hut, wooden sampan and fishermen.

Standing On One’s Feet 1965 – 2000 and 2000 – 2019

Two eras that reflects toil in Singapore’s nation building and flourishing of a global cosmopolitan city. Reminisce the nostalgic memories of old-school red and white buses, travel through time to the modern era, spot present day cultural and tourist icons such as Gardens by the Bay and Changi Airport.

Prospects 2019 – future

What does the future hold for Singapore? Check out the abstract buildings and futuristic designs.

Festive Bazaar and Trade Fair (中秋街头市集）

Date: 30th August to 13th September 2019

Time: 6:30pm to 1030:pm

Location: Pagoda Street, Trengganu Street, Sago Street and Smith Street

Come on down for some Mid-Autumn festive shopping and fun at Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019.

Nightly Stage Shows (中秋综艺晚会）

Date: 31st August to 13th September 2019

Time: 8:00 pm to 10:30pm

Location: Kreta Ayer Square

Gather at Kreta Ayer Square for a nightly dose of fun and entertainment!

Heritage + Food Trail (美食与文化之旅)

Date: 1st, 7th and 8th September 2019

Time: 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Location: Information booth in front of the stage at Kreta Ayer Square

Food lovers alert! Sign up for a heritage + food trail to savour local cuisine located in Chinatown, home to some of the most famous and historical hawker centres in town. There are 22 heritage stalls inside this food trail, all of them have decades of history, heritage and culture within them.

Notes:

Tickets are priced at $10 each (inclusive of food tasting), registration required, slots are allocated on a first-come-first serve basis.

Mass Lantern Walk （中秋大型游灯会）

Date: 8th September 2019

Time: 7:00 pm to 10:00pm

Location:

Start point – Kreta Ayer Square

End point – Along New Bridge Road (main stage in front of Lucky Chinatown)

A highly anticipated and time-honoured practice of Mid-Autumn Festival, carrying a lantern with the extended family under the moonlit sky. This would be a great and fun family bonding time!

Mid-Autumn Festival 2019 is coming soon, it’s also a time for families reunion and fun. Come on down to Chinatown during Mid-Autumn Festival and celebrate with your family, relatives, loved ones, friends and colleagues. Do Pay It Forward and Pass It On, the events, colourful lanterns and programmes taking place during Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019!

For more information, visit them at:

Website: www.chinatownfestivals.sg

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Chinatown.Festivals

Instagram: www.instagram.com/chinatown_festivals

Official hashtag for Chinatown Festivals: #chinatownfestivalSG

Official hashtag for Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2019: #chinatownbicentennialMAF

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I had reviewed both Canon EOS R and Canon EOS RP full-frame mirrorless cameras, I decided to invest in the Canon EOS RP along with my family as a shared camera and also as a daily usage/back up camera for my current Canon EOS photography system. Through this article, I hope that I would be able to allow readers to know more and understand about the differences between the Canon EOS R and EOS RP, which Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera is more suitable for you.

Table of comparisons between Canon EOS R and Canon EOS RP (Technical Specifications)

Canon Singapore website has product technical specifications information for their cameras and you can compare different Canon cameras. The pictures below, a table of comparisons between Canon EOS R and Canon EOS RP technical specifications, were from Canon Singapore website when I did a comparison between both cameras. From the side by side comparisons, you would be able to view and differentiate the key technical specifications between them.

Source: Canon Singapore website (select Canon EOS RP and Canon EOS R to compare side by side)

Table of comparisons between Canon EOS R and Canon EOS RP (Non-technical Specifications)

Adding on to technical specifications comparisons, I have also compiled a list of comparisons/differences between the Canon EOS R and Canon EOS RP from a photographer/user observations and hands on handling experience

Which is more suitable? Canon EOS R or EOS RP?

Choose Canon EOS R

• If you are planning to use full-frame mirrorless for mainly commercial photography and videography work
• Upgrading from entry level DSLR
• Upgrading from compact digital cameras, compact mirrorless cameras
• Switching/Upgrading from a middle level DSLR to similar capabilities full-frame mirrorless camera
• A back up camera for commercial photography and videography work

Choose Canon EOS RP

• If you are looking for a low cost full-frame mirrorless camera
• This is your first full-frame mirrorless camera
• Upgrading from compact digital cameras, compact mirrorless cameras
• A full-frame mirrorless camera for fun and leisure
• Switching from entry level DSLR to full-frame mirrorless camera
• For professionals looking for a low cost and capable full-frame mirrorless camera as a back up camera

Why did I choose the Canon EOS RP?

Inside my Canon EOS RP review article that I recently published, I wrote about why did I choose the Canon EOS RP. Investing in the Canon EOS RP had been in the works for a period of time as I was searching for that mirrorless camera that suits my needs and requirements, the search took a bit of time.

In my personal humble opinion, this Canon EOS RP full-frame mirrorless camera is probably the full-frame mirrorless camera that has the potential to change the full-frame mirrorless market even further, a low cost, value for money and capable full-frame mirrorless camera that would attract photographers to upgrade from their compact cameras or professionals to own it as a backup and fun camera to have.

DSLR versus Mirrorless

This is probably a never ending debate in the photography world, DSLR versus Mirrorless, there are so many debates out there, too much noise at times. Both DSLR and mirrorless cameras are good and solid in their own rights, DSLR system has been a proven camera system over time while mirrorless system has improved significantly over the years. Would DSLR camera system continue to decline, mirrorless system continues to rise and takes over the photography world? Maybe yes, maybe no.

I would not be emphasising too much into this debate for my article, let’s concentrate on the fun, craft and beauty of photography, capturing the moments, telling the stories with the best of both worlds with DSLR and mirrorless cameras together, with the Canon EOS 1DX Mark II and Canon EOS RP as my current/personal best of both worlds setup.

Final thoughts and views on Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP

Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP, which camera suits you better? This really depends on your budget, needs and requirements. The Canon EOS R system and family is only going to get bigger, with more RF lenses being lined up and patiently waiting for more Canon EOS R camera bodies to be announced (looking forward to the 1D series equivalent EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera).

Stay tuned for more announcements from Canon down the road for their EOS R system.

Key links and information on Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP

The Canon Mirrorless Journey from Canon EOS M to EOS R

Canon EOS RP review article

Canon EOS RP review photos on Flickr

Canon EOS R review article

Canon EOS R review photos on Flickr

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I had a short period of time when I had both Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera (for review) and the arrival of the Canon EOS RP full-frame mirrorless camera (from Canon Singapore Online Shop purchase) side by side, that gave me some insights into how similar and different both Canon EOS R cameras are. The arrival of the Canon EOS RP brought upon a new change in my photography, on a more personal and fun basis, an inspiration came into me with the launch of a new TGH Photography x Canon EOS RP Explorer Series Production. Some of my Canon EOS RP exploration stories were exploring Jewel Changi Airport with Canon EOS RP, Changi Experience Studio @ Jewel Changi Airport, testing and reviewing the Canon RF35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM lens with the Canon EOS RP.

Thoughts and Views

My Canon EOS RP had been a fun and capable camera, on both leisure and commercial photography segments. There were adventures and explorations, along with completing commercial videography and photography assignments. Let me share my thoughts and views of the Canon EOS RP below:

Body/Aesthetics

• Lightweight, sturdy, comfortable to carry and having a good grip
• No top panel to view shooting information
• Battery is LP-E17, battery life is not as lasting
• There is no joy stick on the Canon EOS RP, just like the Canon EOS R, I would love to have the joy stick control on the Canon EOS R series camera bodies.
• Flip screen is really very useful for photography and videography works
• Buttons layout are similar to existing Canon camera models, Canon users would not have too much issues adapting
• The Canon EOS R has a cover when the lens is detached, protecting the sensor from dust entering it. However, the Canon EOS RP doesn’t have the cover
• Single card slot

Performance/Autofocus/Technology

• Digic 8 processor and 26.2MP sensor, accurate colours
• Anti-Flickr
• EVF can view in very dark conditions
• Eye Auto-Focus has improved significantly since testing it on the Canon EOS M5 (thanks to Dual Pixel CMOS AF)
• Focus tracking and auto-focusing on moving objects has improved since Canon started their mirrorless cameras, still not as fast as DSLR AF.
• No IBIS
• Wi-fi and bluetooth enabled
• Remote Shooting via Wi-Fi and Camera Connect App
• Touch shutter
• Drag and pull AF point on screen

Videography

• The Canon EOS RP is able to shoot in 4K, FHD and HD
• I found that the AF for the Canon EOS RP is slightly slower than the Canon EOS R when shooting videos
• It can record time lapse movies (which I haven’t got the chance to try this out yet)
• Movie Digital IS is good and useful when shooting handheld video
• A capable camera for shooting videos even though they have less options in options for movie recording size

The Canon EOS RP is similar to the Canon EOS R, therefore they would have similar review points across both review articles.

In a recent joint collaboration with Hpility SG, we were covering MPA Singapore Maritime Week 2019, shooting and producing videos for their social media platforms. My Canon EOS RP played a role in those videos, showcasing that it is more than capable of handling commercial videography works. Do check out some of the videos from SMW 2019 below!

Canon EOS R vs Canon EOS RP, which is more suitable for you?

I mentioned previously in my earlier articles and also in this article that the Canon EOS RP was not a review unit, it was a family shared camera that we purchased after some discussion. I had the opportunity to do a review of the Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera (after my family and myself made the decision to purchase the Canon EOS RP), I was impressed with its capabilities and how it handled personal and commercial photography works during the review period.

The Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP, which is more suitable for you? I would address them in more detail in my upcoming article (link would be updated when article is published), a comparison of Canon EOS R versus Canon EOS RP full-frame mirrorless cameras and which of the two Canon full-frame mirrorless cameras might suit you better.

Why did I choose the Canon EOS RP?

For this segment of my Canon EOS RP review article, I would share some of my insights, thoughts and views on why I chose the Canon EOS RP. I had been photographing for quite some time now, following and observing photography trends over the decades and still counting. If you had been reading and following my photography and cameras coverage, you would know that I have been on the lookout for a mirrorless camera.

The Canon EOS M6 and Canon EOS M50 (I reviewed both cameras) were close to fulfilling my requirements. The announcement of the Canon EOS R took it even closer, the arrival of Canon’s full-frame mirrorless cameras into the Canon EOS World and photography industry. I published an article with my insights, thoughts and views on Canon’s mirrorless journey from Canon EOS M to Canon EOS R through my coverage and reviews that I did over the years.

The Canon EOS RP fits into my requirements for a low cost full-frame mirrorless camera, easy to use and still being able to be a backup camera for my commercial photography work. I still have my Canon EOS 1DX Mark II, my flagship camera, now reserved mainly for commercial shoots.

The Canon EOS RP is also ideal for fun, leisure, social media and v-logging, it has also inspired me to enter into videography and filmmaking with them. In my personal view, at this current stage in time, my current setup of Canon EOS 1DX Mark II and Canon EOS RP gives me the best of both worlds of photography and videography/filmmaking. While the Canon EOS RP is not in the league of the 1DX series with its faster auto focus and high frame rate per second (we shouldn’t be comparing them side by side as well), the Canon EOS RP can still get some high speed action job done with its 5fps with one shot AF!

I do not rule out adding another camera in between the Canon EOS 1DX Mark II and Canon EOS RP, I would like to wait and see how the Canon EOS R family of cameras and RF lenses develop in the coming years before making any further decision.

TGH Photography x Canon EOS RP Explorer Series Production is going to continue bringing you more photography and filmmaking adventure stories, stay tuned and continue following me in my adventures!

Photos shot with the Canon EOS RP camera can be viewed here inside this Flickr photo album.

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