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Today's virtual reality games and content can be pretty immersive, but they largely miss the mark when it comes to haptic feedback. Wouldn't it be cool to 'feel' a textured object, or perceive the sensation of running your hand over rich fabric in VR?
Category: Virtual Reality, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: Haptics, Touch, Wearable, Northwestern University
Perhaps best known for its computer hardware, Acer has also extended its reach into the electric micro-mobility market. The company has now motored into the Taipei Cycle 2025 trade show with a fat-tire adventure model and an addition to its ebii commuter.
We've seen a bunch of wacky mouse-on-a-ring ideas over the years, including this big boy from 2011, and this one that uses a built-in camera to turn your entire desk into a trackpad. A new device that's currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter takes a more straightforward approach, and it looks like something you might actually use.
Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: Mouse, Wireless, Kickstarter, Control
Belgian cyclist Jolien D'Hoore competes in the Women's Omnium Individual Pursuit event during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on August 15, 2016.
Photo: Elsa / Getty Images
Elsa Garrison is a trailblazer in the world of sports photography. She was the first woman staff photographer at Getty Images and is renowned for her images capturing iconic moments in sports history. She's known in the industry simply by her first name, which says quite a lot. Her work includes coverage of collegiate and professional events worldwide, including (but certainly not limited to) the Olympics, World Series, Super Bowl, NBA Finals, US Open, FIFA World Cup and NCAA Final Four. She is in the depths of a busy time of year, but despite that, she took the time to answer some questions about her work and experiences as a sports photographer.
Elsa's first experience with photography was in ninth grade when she took an elective analog photography class. That quickly segued into working with the school yearbook and newspaper, photographing her friends who played sports to share the experience with them. Then, during her sophomore year, she was matched for a mentorship with local newspaper photographer Steve Kohls, who worked for the Brainerd Daily Dispatch in Brainerd, Minnesota. That experience was followed by a part-time job working for the paper, which involved photographing lots of high school sports.
New York Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera walks onto the field at Yankee Stadium before facing the San Franciso Giants on September 22, 2013. The occasion marked Mariano Rivera Day, a special tribute to him by the Yankees.
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Her interest in photojournalism continued, and Elsa earned a Bachelor of Journalism at the University of Missouri. During her college years, she continued to work part-time, this time with the university's athletic department, the town paper and the Associated Press. In 1996, soon after graduating college, Elsa was hired by Allsport, a sports photo agency. Getty Images acquired Allsport in 1998, but she stayed on as a staff photographer and continues to work there to this day.
"I felt like I had to justify my existence or prove myself every single day."Sports photography has, like so many other fields, traditionally been a very male-dominated field. "When I first started, a lot of the time, I would be the only woman on the field other than the cheer squad or members of the medical staff," explained Elsa. She said that was true even in cities with larger media markets. There weren't enough women traveling and covering sports like she was when she began her career, which came with its own challenges. "It was often isolating and I questioned my choices a lot," she said. "I felt like I had to justify my existence or prove myself every single day and that is emotionally exhausting."
Sabrina Ionescu, number 20 of the New York Liberty, celebrates with her husband, Hroniss Grasu, after the Liberty secured the WNBA championship against the Minnesota Lynx on October 20, 2024.
Photo: Elsa / Getty Images
Now, though, she sees more women working as team photographers or as photographers for the wires, papers and league social teams. She explained that she has seen tremendous growth especially in the last five years, as more women get opportunities to work in sports.
"My hope is that girls and women see themselves in sport."Aiding in that growth is important to Elsa; to that end, she actively mentors women and underrepresented photographers. She greatly values mentorship because it can be a pathway to achieving goals and dreams. "There is a saying that if you can see it you can be it. To see women succeeding in sport photography gives others the courage to pursue it," she explained. "My hope is that girls and women see themselves in sport – as an athlete or someone like me who covers it as a photographer – and that they know not only do they belong here, but that their contributions are worthy and needed."
Elsa's work spans just about every sport you could imagine. She said she doesn't have a favorite to document but loves soccer, baseball, tennis and combat sports like boxing and MMA. That said, capturing playoffs and finals of any sport is what she truly loves. "The atmosphere is different than a regular season game as more is on the line. The matchups are usually tight and the environment is electric," she explained.
Brazilian Rebeca Andrade, the gold medalist of the Women's Floor Exercise, celebrates on the podium with silver medalist Simone Biles and bronze medalist Jordan Chiles, both from the United States, during the Medal Ceremony at the Parist 2024 Olympic Games on August 5, 2024.
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Of course, photographing those big events comes with challenges, too. "Every venue is different, and it is working out the logistics of where to shoot, what moments are important and how technically to capture those and deliver them in real time," Elsa explains. Photographing major sporting events means images often need to be sent in immediately, with captions, so they can be published right away. To help with this, she uses voice captions that are attached to the photographs, making it faster for the editor to get caption information.
Elsa has photographed many monumental sporting events that are full of memorable moments for fans and athletes. However, she says she generally doesn't grasp the gravity of the moment until after the fact. She's more focused on documenting the scene and technical aspects of what camera and lens choice she needs, so she doesn't process the importance until after the event.
"I love the challenge of capturing the moments that people will be writing about and talking about that day and for years to come."However, that doesn't mean she doesn't see the importance of her work – she said that having the ability to freeze moments in history is truly special. "I get butterflies in my stomach when I get the feeling something big is going to happen – the final seconds of a World Cup final or the last out of game seven in a world series," she said. "I am not a sports fan per se, but I love the challenge of capturing the moments that people will be writing about and talking about that day and for years to come."
Elsa's work speaks for itself, with countless powerful, iconic shots of major sporting moments. More importantly, though, she has also left a lasting impact on the world of sports photography, paving the way for even more women. You can see more of Elsa's work in most places where sports photos are shown, on her website and on Instagram.
Sample galleryThis widget is not optimized for RSS feed readers. Click here to open it in a new browser window / tab. Photos: Elsa / Getty ImagesResearchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have hit upon new technologies to deliver a double whammy to chronic wounds in diabetics, using tiny needles barely visible to the human eye.
Category: Diabetes, Illnesses and conditions, Body & Mind
Tags: Diabetes, Skin, psoriasis, Microneedles
Wisconsin's Backcountry Containers recently transformed a shipping container into a tiny house. Named the Kennedy Model, the compact home includes a well-designed and open interior layout that maximizes the limited space available.
Category: Tiny Houses, Lifestyle
Tags: Building and Construction, Tiny Footprint, Micro-House, House, Home, shipping containers
We're one step closer to not just treating baldness but preventing it, with scientists making an important discovery that offers keen insight into why hair growth comes to a screeching halt, offering new hope to millions of people across the globe.
Tags: Baldness, Hair, Stem Cells, Stress, Age-Related, Cells, Protein
For several years, the Nissan Leaf hatchback led the charge in global EV sales after it went into production all the way back in 2010. Next year, it's getting more than a facelift: it'll arrive first in the US and Canada as a compact SUV.
Category: Automotive, Transport
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Nissan, Nissan LEAF, Battery Electric Vehicles
Extracts made from parts of the cashew plant that are usually thrown away when the nuts are processed commercially were found to significantly limit the development of fat cells and the accumulation of fat, according to new research. It suggests the cashew plant is a novel way of improving health.
Category: Obesity, Illnesses and conditions, Body & Mind
Tags: Obesity, Fat cells, Phytomedicine, University of Tsukuba
The US Space Force has a contract worth up to US$60 million to develop and fly a kind-of aircraft carrier in space. No, it's not the result of a major typo. It's intended as a way to station space vehicles to quickly counter orbital threats.
Category: Military, Technology
Tags: US Space Force, Satellite
For 50 years, Danish company Gori Propeller has been one of the foremost names in folding marine propellers used on sailboat auxiliary motor drives. These propellers fold into a streamlined form when under sail, then open up like springtime blossoms the instant the motor drive kicks on. Gori's latest innovation, the Hybrid Propeller, is designed for electrified sail drives, giving captains the ability to lock the prop blades open when under sail to activate regeneration for the onboard batteries.
Tags: Electric Boats, Boating, Folding, Foldable, Marine Innovations
If you ever travel back in time to the reign of dinosaurs, don’t touch any flowers – it might just be a parasitic wasp in disguise. Analysis of wasps trapped in amber has revealed that the insect ensnared hosts for its larvae with an alluring, Venus flytrap-style butt.
Researchers at Korea's Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology have created a nuclear battery that could turn radiation directly into electricity for decades – but without all the scary stuff associated with nuclear radiation.
Category: Energy, Technology
Tags: Battery Technology, Battery, Nuclear
A while back, we asked our forums for questions about Canon's V1 vlogging compact. Now that we've gotten it into the studio and have been able to spend a little time with it, we can get you some answers. Let's get right to it.
Your questionsAre other frame rates available in the 1.4x crop mode, or is it just 60p?
Currently, you can only use the 4K crop mode with 50/60p.
What can you map the rear command dial to?
Not much, it seems. The only mode I found where it does anything is Manual, where it adjusts shutter speed. The only option for it in the "Customize control dial/ring" menu is "Std" or "Off."
Is there a setting for minimum shutter speed in aperture priority mode?
Yes - you can set the minimum shutter speed manually, but there are also 7 steps of "auto" mode. You can leave it at default, or have it be faster/slower. It's not strictly enforced, though – the camera will choose a shutter speed below your limit if it's at max ISO, rather than just underexposing the image. For what it's worth, this is also how it seems to work on the EOS R5 II as well.
Will it work with Canon's Camera Connect app for remote shooting?
I can't currently add it to Camera Connect, but the camera has a QR code prompting you to download it.
Does the lens have filter threads?
Not as far as I can tell.
Does the screen dim while recording 4K?
I just let it record for around six minutes, and the screen didn't dim. I'm in a relatively cool room, though, so it's possible it'll act differently on a hot day in direct sun.
Is there a 1:1 pixel mode when recording 4K 25/30 for added reach?
Not that I could find. There's a "digital zoom" mode available for 1080p, but it's not enabled when you're set to record in 4K.
Can the battery door be removed?
I don't see an obvious way to take it off.
Does the ND have any automatic modes?
Yes, but only in video mode, where you can set it to off, on and auto. In photo mode, it's just off or on.
What are the maximum recording times for 4K and 1080p?
Canon has a chart explaining this on its website, but here's the short(ish) answer: with the standard Auto power off temperature setting, you can get up to 55 minutes of 4K 30, and up to 45 minutes of 4K 60. If you set the auto power off temperature setting to high, though, Canon promises "No restrictions due to the overheating" in either mode.
There also isn't a record limit on 1080p footage, up to 60fps, no matter what your auto power off settings.
Does the included fuzzy microphone cover hide the power button?
It genuinely took me a minute to find the power button.Okay, no one actually asked this. But the answer is yes, which I think is kind of funny, and that's why I'm including it here.
Remaining questionsWe'll need a bit more time with the PowerShot V1 to answer some of your questions, especially ones around image quality. For example, questions like:
We plan on putting the camera through its paces in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for answers to those questions and more.
One last note. Of all the unanswered questions, the one we got the most was: can you use an existing external EVF?
Canon made add-on viewfinders for cameras like the PowerShot G3 X and EOS M6. They were designed to plug into those cameras' hotshoes, which have a very different layout than the PowerShot V1's multi-function shoe. Given the physical difference in connectors, it's safe to say they won't be compatible – we have checked with Canon, just to be sure, and will update this story if we hear back.
As for the possibility of a future accessory, there doesn't seem to be any word on that from Canon. However, the company's tech specs page for the V1 lists the following uses for the multi-function shoe – note what is and isn't mentioned: "Compatible with most Canon EL-series speedlites & accessories, Canon DM-E1D Stereo Microphone, Canon Smartphone Link Adapter AD-P1, etc. No traditional flash sync contacts on Canon Multi-function Accessory Shoe non-dedicated flashes will require Caon [sic] AD-E1 Adapter."
Most people likely think of robots as complex electronic devices, made up of many parts that have to be assembled in factories. An experimental new non-electronic bot, however, can be 3D-printed all in one piece, and it's powered by nothing but air.
Category: Robotics, Technology
Tags: UC San Diego, Soft Robotics, Compressed Air
The Canon EOS R50 V is a vlogging-focused variant of the company's 24MP APS-C mirrorless camera. The body has been reworked to make it easier to operate while facing the camera, but it shares most of its underlying hardware with the existing model, other than its lack of viewfinder and built-in flash.
Key specificationsThe EOS R50 V is based around the same 24MP Dual Pixel AF CMOS sensor as the conventional EOS R50. Unlike the R50, it can also shoot 4K footage at up to 60p using a 1.56x cropped region of the sensor.
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Buy w/ 14-30mm at B&H PhotoBuy w/ 14-30mm at CanonThere's no viewfinder on the EOS R50 V, with it instead using a fully-articulated screen to allow front-on operation, as you'd expect for a vlogging camera. The smaller form factor also sees the elimination of the R50's built-in flash. The R50 V gains a prominent [Rec] button on the front of the body and a tally lamp to make clear when it's been pressed. The screen also shows a red border while you're recording.
The EOS R50 V can shoot 10-bit 422 video, with the option of Canon's C-Log3 profile. Alternatively you can shoot HDR PQ or Hybrid Log Gamma footage for more lifelike rendering when played back on high dynamic range displays.
The right-hand side of the EOS R50 V has a second tripod socket to allow it to be mounted vertically. The left side has a headphone socket and connector for a wired remote, both of which the regular R50 lacks.
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The camera gains a 'Product Demo' mode in which the camera's autofocus system will override its face detection system if you hold something up in front of the camera, so you can create videos demonstrating a product without having to hide your face from the camera.
Also setting it apart from the R50, the EOS R50 V has a headphone socket as well as a mic socket. It also has a 2.5mm Canon E3 socket for attaching a wired remote. A second tripod slot on the other side of the camera allows it to be mounted to a tripod or vlogging handle in vertical orientation.
The R50 V can stream video in a number of ways: using the UVC / UAC standards, that sees it act as a plug-and-plus USB camera, over its micro HDMI socket, if you have a switcher to connect it to, or wirelessly, which allows it to stream directly or be used with Canon's subscription Live Switcher Mobile app.
RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZWhen paired with the 14-30mm power zoom, launched alongside the R50 V, the camera lets you specify a different zoom speed for when you're recording video and when you're setting up your shot, letting you choose your initial framing quickly but then being able to zoom more gently while you're shooting.
That zoom, which provides a 22.5-48mm equivalent range, in full-frame terms, ends up as as a 35-75mm equivalent when cropped into the camera's 4K/60 region, meaning you still retain a small degree of wide-angle capability.
The EOS R50 V will be available in April for a recommended price of $649, body-only ($30 less than the regular R50), or for $849 with the new RFS 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ power zoom lens.
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For All Creators: Canon’s New PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V Expand EOS/PowerShot V SeriesMELVILLE, N.Y., - March 26, 2025 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, answers the needs of video creators with the new PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V. Both cameras are part of Canon’s growing EOS/PowerShot V Series which seeks to help all creators, including cinema, livestreaming, vlogging, and VR, heighten their visual story telling.
Canon Reinvigorates Point-and-ShootIf you’re a creator, you want the ability to pursue your own visual expression without compromising quality. Something lightweight and compact that can be used anytime or anywhere to lift your vision forward—a camera that works with you. Designed with a smart and modern concept, the PowerShot V1 is a reliable partner boasting key features including:
The Canon PowerShot V1 is also designed with workflow top of mind. Creators can leverage high quality video calls and livestream on a PC with a single USB cable, and the camera works intelligently with smartphones—both wired and wirelessly—via the Canon Camera Connect app.
Cinema Quality in the Palm of Your HandA movie-focused, high-performance camera that can fit in the palm of your hand? Yes—it does exist, with the EOS R50 V. The legacy of Cinema EOS technologies is splashed throughout, making EOS R50 V one for all creators who have high artistic ambitions to take to the next level. Key features include:
Creators are not one-size-fits-all, and EOS R50 V was built through creator feedback to make content creation easier. With modern design elements, customization options, and a new lens bundled together, the EOS R50 V is destined to be in your gear bag.
Pricing and AvailabilityThe Canon PowerShot V1 is scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $899.99.* The Canon EOS R50 V is scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $649.99* for the body only and $849.99* with the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ. For additional information, please visit usa.canon.com.
* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
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Buy w/ 14-30mm at B&H PhotoBuy w/ 14-30mm at Canon Canon EOS R50 V specifications PriceMSRP$649 body only ($849 with 14-30mm F4-6.3 PZ lens)Body typeBody typeRangefinder-style mirrorlessSensorMax resolution6000 x 4000Image ratio w:h1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9Effective pixels24 megapixelsSensor photo detectors26 megapixelsSensor sizeAPS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm)Sensor typeCMOSProcessorDigic XColor spacesRGB, Adobe RGB, Rec.2020Color filter arrayBayerImageBoosted ISO (minimum)100Boosted ISO (maximum)51200Custom white balanceYes (4)Image stabilizationDigital onlyUncompressed formatRAWJPEG quality levelsNormal, FineFile formatCanon has announced that its PowerShot V1 vlogging compact will be available across the world from late April. The US MSRP has been set at $899.99 without tax, while the UK price is £959.99 including VAT.
Key specifications:Originally announced in February for several countries in Asia, the PowerShot V1 will now be more broadly available. We got our hands on one at the CP+ 2025 show in Yokohama, Japan, to get more details.
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Buy at B&H PhotoBuy at CanonThe 22MP camera is built around a Type 1.4 (18.4 x 12.3mm) sensor that's roughly the same size as a Four Thirds chip, but in the wider 3:2 aspect ratio. We can't know whether this is a physically or optically cropped version of the 30MP sensor from the EOS R7, but the pixel size and video readout specs are consistent with that camera.
The V1 has a 16-50mm equivalent ultra-wide-to-normal zoom lens with an F2.8-4.5 maximum aperture. A built-in 3EV ND filter allows it to shoot video in bright light, while its leaf shutter allows it to sync with flash all the way up to its 1/2000 sec maximum shutter speed.
The 16mm equiv position at the wide end of the zoom means the camera can still offer a 23mm equivalent wide-angle field of view when you crop in 1.4x to capture 50 or 60p footage.
And, although it's primarily intended as a vlogging camera, the mechanical shutter and ability to shoot Raw means it should do a decent job as a wide-angle option for stills shooting.
Expected recording times at 23°C (73°F) Heat threshold: Standard Heat threshold: High Off Auto High Off Auto High 4K 60 25 min 35 min 45 min 40 min No limit No limit 4K 30 40 min 55 min No limit 55 min No limit No limit 4K 30Even with the tax difference taken into account this leaves the camera significantly more expensive in the UK, initially. Historically Canon's UK prices drop somewhat after the camera has been on the market for a while, but there's a significant penalty to be paid for early adoption in this instance.
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For All Creators: Canon’s New PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V Expand EOS/PowerShot V SeriesMELVILLE, N.Y., - March 26, 2025 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, answers the needs of video creators with the new PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V. Both cameras are part of Canon’s growing EOS/PowerShot V Series which seeks to help all creators, including cinema, livestreaming, vlogging, and VR, heighten their visual story telling.
Canon Reinvigorates Point-and-ShootIf you’re a creator, you want the ability to pursue your own visual expression without compromising quality. Something lightweight and compact that can be used anytime or anywhere to lift your vision forward—a camera that works with you. Designed with a smart and modern concept, the PowerShot V1 is a reliable partner boasting key features including:
The Canon PowerShot V1 is also designed with workflow top of mind. Creators can leverage high quality video calls and livestream on a PC with a single USB cable, and the camera works intelligently with smartphones—both wired and wirelessly—via the Canon Camera Connect app.
Cinema Quality in the Palm of Your HandA movie-focused, high-performance camera that can fit in the palm of your hand? Yes—it does exist, with the EOS R50 V. The legacy of Cinema EOS technologies is splashed throughout, making EOS R50 V one for all creators who have high artistic ambitions to take to the next level. Key features include:
Creators are not one-size-fits-all, and EOS R50 V was built through creator feedback to make content creation easier. With modern design elements, customization options, and a new lens bundled together, the EOS R50 V is destined to be in your gear bag.
Pricing and AvailabilityThe Canon PowerShot V1 is scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $899.99.* The Canon EOS R50 V is scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $649.99* for the body only and $849.99* with the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ. For additional information, please visit usa.canon.com.
* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
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Buy at B&H PhotoBuy at Canon Canon PowerShot V1 specifications PriceMSRP$899.99, £959.99Body typeBody typeCompactSensorMax resolution5750 x 3840Effective pixels22 megapixelsSensor photo detectors24 megapixelsImageBoosted ISO (maximum)51200White balance presets6Custom white balanceYesImage stabilizationOpticalImage stabilization notes5.0EV correction (center)CIPA image stabilization rating5 stop(s)Uncompressed formatRAWFile formatCanon has announced the RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM ultra-wide prime as part of its L-series "hybrid" prime lenses designed for both stills and video work.
The 20mm F1.4 shares many characteristics with the existing 24mm, 35mm and 50mm F1.4 L VCM lenses, not least its very similar dimensions and weight, allowing it to be used interchangeably in situations like gimbal-based shooting.
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Buy at B&H PhotoBuy at CanonLike the existing VCM primes, the 20mm F1.4 can be fitted with both a front 67mm screw-in filter or with a rear-mounted slot-in filter.
The design features 15 elements in 11 groups, including two UD and three Super UD elements and a Blue Spectrum Refractive element that refracts blue light to a greater degree than other wavelengths, helping to correct chromatic aberration in wide-angle lenses. It also features the use of both Air Sphere and Sub-wavelength coatings to reduce the likelihood of incident light or internal reflections from lowering image contrast.
Rendering: CanonLike the other lenses in the Hybrid prime series, the 20mm has a control ring that can be used to adjust various settings, and a dedicated aperture / iris ring that works when used with the latest R-series cameras. By default the control ring has click stops but it can be made smooth-rotating by Canon service centers, for a fee.
The 20mm F1.4 can focus as close as 20cm (7.9"), giving a maximum magnification ratio of 0.19x. Canon says it's been designed to have minimal focus breathing, so that the field of view doesn't significantly change as you approach close focus distance.
The 99.3mm length and 77.4mm width of the lens are consistent with the 24, 35 and 50mm lenses that currently make up the rest of the series, and the weight of 519g (18.3 oz) is very similar to its siblings, meaning there's no need to re-calibrate a gimbal or adjust any rigging if the lenses are being swapped during a video project.
The Canon RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM will be available at a recommended sales price of $1699.
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Canon Unveils New Lenses for High-Level Social Creators Seeking Visual Excellence and Greater Expression Across Stills and Cinematic VideoMELVILLE, NY, March 26, 2025 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced two new lenses designed for social media creators: the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ, Canon’s first RF Lens with Power Zoom optimized for cinematic video, and the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM, a f/1.4 hybrid prime lens that enables high levels of expression across photo and video shooting.
The RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is designed with a variety of shooting scenarios and needs in mind, from cinematic video to livestreaming and selfie POV. The RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is packed with convenient functions for both still and video formats, including a wide angle of view, smooth cinema-style Auto Focus, optical Image Stabilization that suppresses blur in challenging situations, and more. Its uniform design and simple operability make it a worthy standard lens for the new Canon EOS R50 V camera, also announced today. When paired, the camera and lens make a beautiful, minimalist package, although the lens can also be seamlessly matched with Canon’s larger EOS R series of cameras.
The outstanding feature of the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is its power zoom design. Its fixed-length zoom with customizable control rings allows each individual creator to achieve their desired style and expressive intentions, while its ease of use allows them to prioritize their creative flow above all else. The use of a ring-style control for power zoom operations instead of a button or lever makes it possible to zoom from any direction regardless of shooting style. This gives more flexibility in angle of view adjustments, allowing users to enjoy great creative possibilities with smooth zooming while securely holding the camera, or zooming to change the angle of view from the front when taking selfies. And in vertical orientation, it provides outstanding operability that does not interfere with camera controls.
The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM is a 20mm ultra wide-angle lens and is the fourth addition to Canon’s RF Hybrid Prime series specifically designed for creators who switch between photo and video shooting. This lens pushes the boundaries of creative expression, offering extensive width, and depth, and beautiful dramatic effects for those who seek a high level of output across still and video shooting. Perfect for creators, video journalists, corporate video professionals, and independent filmmakers, the new RF20mm F1.4 L VCM lens is an impressive addition to Canon’s products that cater to the new era of hybrid shooting needs.
The lens features quiet, fast, and precise AF for both still and video shooting due to Canon’s actuator and focusing systems. It features dramatically reduced focus breathing compared to non-VCM lens, an iris ring for convenient movie shooting, and more. The unbeatable expressive power of an f/1.4 large aperture combined with shallow depth of field lends outstanding optical performance and enables rich, dynamic bokeh. The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM can also be used for shooting rich and clear videos and stills in dark places without increasing the sensitivity. Additionally, the UD and Super UD lenses and the Blue Refractive (BR) optics dramatically reduce the color bleeding that tends to occur with large aperture lenses.
The design of Canon’s RF Hybrid Prime series, now with the addition of the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM lens, was conceptualized to take full advantage of the RF Mount with its minimalist features and compact nature, to create an elegant, sleek camera package that any creator would be proud to take out of their camera bag.
Pricing and AvailabilityThe RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ Lens is currently scheduled to be available in July 2025 for an estimated retail price of $329.99.* The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM is currently scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $1,699.00.* For additional information, please visit usa.canon.com.
* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
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Buy at B&H PhotoBuy at Canon Canon RF20mm F1.4 L VCM specifications Principal specificationsLens typePrime lensMax Format size35mm FFFocal length20 mmLens mountCanon RF, Canon RF-SApertureMaximum apertureF1.4Minimum apertureF16Aperture ringYesNumber of diaphragm blades11OpticsElements15Groups11Special elements / coatings2 UD, 3 Super UD elements, 1 BR elementFocusAutofocusYesMotor typeLinear MotorFull time manualYesFocus methodInternalDistance scaleNoDoF scaleNoPhysicalWeight519 g (1.14 lb)Diameter77 mm (3.03″)Length99 mm (3.9″)SealingYesFilter thread67 mmFilter notesAlso features a rear-mount filter slotHood suppliedYesHood product codeEW-73HTripod collarNoOptional accessoriesComes with LP1219 lens caseAlongside its EOS R50 V vlogging camera, Canon has launched the RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ power zoom.
The compact, lightweight power zoom offers a 22.5-48mm equivalent range in full-frame terms. The plastic-mount lens weighs just 181g (6.4oz) and is 62mm (2.4") long.
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Buy at B&H PhotoThe lens has a control ring at the front of the barrel, which can be configured to control a range of functions. Behind this is the zoom control ring which is a sprung toggle-style control that you can nudge in either direction to operate the zoom. Canon says that using a ring like this means it can be easily reached and operated in whatever orientation you're using the camera.
Focus is powered by a pair of Canon's Nano USM motors, which we've found to be fast and quiet in the lenses that have used them before.
The lens has 10 elements in nine groups, with two aspheric lenses and one UD element. It can focus on subjects as close as 0.15m (5.91"), and can accept 58mm filters.
The in-lens IS system can co-ordinate with the digital stabilization offered in video mode for most R-series cameras or with the in-body stabilization of the models that offer it. It's rated to give 5.0 stops of correction at the center, working on its own, or up to 8.0 stops when used with a camera offering in-body stabilization.
As an RF-S lens, it's designed for APS-C sensors. It can be mounted and used on full-frame bodies, but means you end up effectively using it as an APS-C camera.
The RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM will retail for a recommended price of $329, but it's worth noting that it adds only $200 to the cost of the EOS R50 V, if bought as a kit.
Press release:
Canon Unveils New Lenses for High-Level Social Creators Seeking Visual Excellence and Greater Expression Across Stills and Cinematic VideoMELVILLE, NY, March 26, 2025 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced two new lenses designed for social media creators: the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ, Canon’s first RF Lens with Power Zoom optimized for cinematic video, and the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM, a f/1.4 hybrid prime lens that enables high levels of expression across photo and video shooting.
The RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is designed with a variety of shooting scenarios and needs in mind, from cinematic video to livestreaming and selfie POV. The RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is packed with convenient functions for both still and video formats, including a wide angle of view, smooth cinema-style Auto Focus, optical Image Stabilization that suppresses blur in challenging situations, and more. Its uniform design and simple operability make it a worthy standard lens for the new Canon EOS R50 V camera, also announced today. When paired, the camera and lens make a beautiful, minimalist package, although the lens can also be seamlessly matched with Canon’s larger EOS R series of cameras.
The outstanding feature of the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens is its power zoom design. Its fixed-length zoom with customizable control rings allows each individual creator to achieve their desired style and expressive intentions, while its ease of use allows them to prioritize their creative flow above all else. The use of a ring-style control for power zoom operations instead of a button or lever makes it possible to zoom from any direction regardless of shooting style. This gives more flexibility in angle of view adjustments, allowing users to enjoy great creative possibilities with smooth zooming while securely holding the camera, or zooming to change the angle of view from the front when taking selfies. And in vertical orientation, it provides outstanding operability that does not interfere with camera controls.
The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM is a 20mm ultra wide-angle lens and is the fourth addition to Canon’s RF Hybrid Prime series specifically designed for creators who switch between photo and video shooting. This lens pushes the boundaries of creative expression, offering extensive width, and depth, and beautiful dramatic effects for those who seek a high level of output across still and video shooting. Perfect for creators, video journalists, corporate video professionals, and independent filmmakers, the new RF20mm F1.4 L VCM lens is an impressive addition to Canon’s products that cater to the new era of hybrid shooting needs.
The lens features quiet, fast, and precise AF for both still and video shooting due to Canon’s actuator and focusing systems. It features dramatically reduced focus breathing compared to non-VCM lens, an iris ring for convenient movie shooting, and more. The unbeatable expressive power of an f/1.4 large aperture combined with shallow depth of field lends outstanding optical performance and enables rich, dynamic bokeh. The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM can also be used for shooting rich and clear videos and stills in dark places without increasing the sensitivity. Additionally, the UD and Super UD lenses and the Blue Refractive (BR) optics dramatically reduce the color bleeding that tends to occur with large aperture lenses.
The design of Canon’s RF Hybrid Prime series, now with the addition of the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM lens, was conceptualized to take full advantage of the RF Mount with its minimalist features and compact nature, to create an elegant, sleek camera package that any creator would be proud to take out of their camera bag.
Pricing and AvailabilityThe RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ Lens is currently scheduled to be available in July 2025 for an estimated retail price of $329.99.* The RF20mm F1.4 L VCM is currently scheduled to be available in April 2025 for an estimated retail price of $1,699.00.* For additional information, please visit usa.canon.com.
* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
Canon RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ specifications Principal specificationsLens typeZoom lensMax Format sizeAPS-C / DXFocal length14–30 mmImage stabilizationYesCIPA Image stabilization rating5 stop(s)Lens mountCanon RF-SApertureMaximum apertureF4–6.3Minimum apertureF22–36Aperture ringNoNumber of diaphragm blades7OpticsElements10Groups9Special elements / coatings2 PMo Aspheric elements, 1 UDFocusMinimum focus0.15 m (5.91″)Maximum magnification0.38×AutofocusYesMotor typeNano ultrasonicFull time manualYesFocus methodInternalDistance scaleNoDoF scaleNoPhysicalWeight181 g (0.40 lb)Diameter70 mm (2.76″)Length62 mm (2.44″)MaterialsCompositeZoom methodRotary (internal)Power zoomYesFilter thread58 mmHood suppliedNoHood product codeEW-63CTripod collarNoOptional accessoriesOptional L1014 lens caseBambu Lab's latest flagship 3D printer does a whole lot more than 3D printing for serious makers, and promises to be good at every one of its tasks.
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