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Canon Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 18, 2026

Canon PowerShot V1 Mirrorless Camera (Save $180):
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Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera (Save $350):
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Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera (Save $100):
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Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera (Save $100):
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Canon EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera (Save $100):
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Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera (Save $350):
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Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless Camera (Save $3o0):
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Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera (Save $300):
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Canon EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera (Save $500):
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Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera (Save $700):
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Canon R3 Mirrorless Camera (Save $1000):
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Canon EOS C80 6K Mirrorless Cinema Camera (Save $350):
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Canon EOS C70 Mirrorless Cinema Camera (Save $1300):
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Canon EOS R5 C Mirrorless Cinema Camera (Save $900):
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Lenses
Full Frame
Canon RF 5.2mm f/2.8 L Dual Fisheye 3D VR (Save $200):
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Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM (Save $90):
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Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM (Save $140):
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Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM (Save $50):
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Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM (Save $90):
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Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 135mm f/1.8 L IS USM (Save $300):
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Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 10-20mm f/4 L IS STM (Save $200):
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Canon RF 14-35mm f/4 L IS USM (Save $150):
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Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM (Save $150):
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Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM (Save $500):
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Canon RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM (Save $200):
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Canon 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM (Save ~~$150~~ $200):
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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM (Save $100):
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM (Save $500):
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Canon RF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM (Save $150):
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Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM (Save $500):
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Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM (Save $200):
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APS-C
Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens (Save $200):
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Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual Lens (Save $100):
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Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM (Save $30):
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Mitakon
Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III (Save $100):
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Mitakon Zhongyi Creator 28mm f/5.6 (Save $50):
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Kipon
KIPON Elegant 90mm f/2.4 (Save $465):
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Voigtlander
Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.0 (Save $450):
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Voigtlander Nokton 75mm f/1.5 (Save $150):
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Flashes
Godox TT350C (Save $8.90):
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Godox V350C (Save $20):
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Godox V1Pro (Save $50):
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Godox V1 (Save $50):
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Godox V100 (Save $53):
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Godox AD400Pro Witstro (Save $80):
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Godox AD600Pro Witstro (Save $400):
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Other Deals
Memory Card Savings
Power Banks
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Battery Banks
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other more affordable options

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New Apple Mac Pro: B&H Photo
New Apple iPad Pro and More: B&H Photo / Adorama
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MacBook Pro (Savings still available): B&H Photo

Airpod/Airpod Pro/Max Savings: B&H Photo / Amazon

Software Deals
Luminar Neo & Aurora HDR 2019 (Savings code FUJIADDICT)
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ON1 Sky Swap AI
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Voigtlander PORTRAIT HELIAR 75mm f/1.8 RF Coming Soon

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 17, 2026

Voigtlander PORTRAIT HELIAR 75mm f/1.8 RF: B&H Photo / Amazon

The PORTRAIT HELIAR 75mm F1.8 RF Mount is a large-aperture, medium-telephoto lens compatible with full-frame mirrorless cameras that use the Canon RF mount. Focusing on the relationship between spherical aberration and bokeh, it allows you to control overcorrection and undercorrection, resulting in a wide variety of bokeh effects.

Main Features

Designed specifically for the Canon RF mount
Equipped with an optical system optimized for the image sensors of mirrorless cameras using the Canon RF mount, this lens has a full-size image circle and can be used with both full-size and APS-C size mirrorless cameras.

Controlling spherical aberration
It is equipped with a control ring with a new mechanism that increases or decreases the correction of spherical aberration. When the image is over-corrected, the center of focus remains and the background bokeh becomes hard and bubbly. In contrast, when the image is under-corrected, the center of focus becomes soft and flare occurs in the highlights. The background bokeh becomes smoother, allowing for bokeh with an unprecedented range.

Electronic contacts for communication with the body
The lens mount is equipped with electronic contacts, enabling electrical communication between the lens and the body. When combined with a Canon EOS R system body, it supports Exif information, in-body image stabilization (3-axis)*1, and three focus assist functions (magnified display, peaking, and focus guide*2) (*These functions may not function if the control ring is turned too far).

Manual focus for precise focusing
The all-metal helicoid unit is machined and adjusted with high precision, and the use of high-quality grease that generates just the right amount of torque ensures smooth focusing, allowing for subtle focus adjustments.

Beautiful bokeh with 9 aperture blades
A nine-blade aperture is used to make the aperture shape closer to a circle, resulting in natural depiction of out-of-focus areas and soft, rounded bokeh of point light sources rather than polygonal.

*1 Only valid on cameras equipped with in-body image stabilization.
*2 Excluding the EOS RP.

specification

Lens construction

*A Turning the spherical aberration control ring will change the aberration and the focus position, so please adjust the focus after making the adjustment.
*B Turning the spherical aberration control ring will change the F-number (within 1/3EV), so please check the exposure after making the adjustment.
*C Turning the spherical aberration control ring to the under side will reduce peripheral illumination. Please adjust the amount of compensation or retouch the image after shooting. Read More »

Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 Now Available

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 16, 2026

Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05: Amazon

The Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 full frame can now be found on Amazon for Canon RP-mount.

F1.05 Large Aperture: The Bright Star MF 50mm F1.05 lens allows it to capture rich detail even in low-light conditions, with natural background blur.
50mm Standard Focal Length：50mm is the focal length closest to the human eye’s perspective, while also possessing sufficient depth of field, something that telephoto lenses cannot provide.
Sharp and Clear Image：It features an 8-group, 10-element optical design, including 2 high-refractive-index elements and 2 low-dispersion elements. Even at its widest aperture, center image quality remains sharp.
Coating Technology: This lens employs multi-layer coating technology, achieving a light transmittance of up to 99.8%, effectively reducing flare and ghosting, resulting in clearer, higher-contrast photos.
Unique Aperture Ring Design:The Brightin Star 50mm F1.05 full frame lens has a unique aperture ring design，The hand feel has been improved, making it more convenient and effortless to use.
【Customer Support】We stand behind Brightin Star 50mm F1.05 Lens— 24-month warranty and friendly 24-hour responsive after-sales service.

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Patent Reveal: Canon’s Motorized Built-in Extender – The End of the Lever?

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 15, 2026

Patent Reveal: Canon’s Motorized Built-in Extender – The End of the Lever?

Recent patent applications from Canon have revealed a fascinating new direction for their super-telephoto lenses: a motorized built-in extender. While lenses like the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM have featured a mechanical lever for engaging an internal 1.4x extender, Canon seems to be exploring an electronic, motorized solution for future RF-mount glass.

This development would mark a significant shift in lens design, moving away from physical switches and levers towards fully electronic control.

The Technology: A Look Inside

The core of the patent involves replacing the manual lever mechanism with a small, precise actuator or motor. This motor would be responsible for physically moving the extender’s optical group into and out of the light path. This is similar in principle to how autofocus motors move focus groups, but applied to the extender mechanism.

Below is a visualization of what this internal mechanism could look like, based on the patent concepts.

As you can see in this concept, a small motor and gear system is placed near the rear of the lens. With the push of a button, it would precisely slide the extender elements into place, transforming the lens’s focal length.

Potential Benefits: Beyond the Switch

So, why move to a motorized system? There are several potential advantages:

Improved Weather Sealing: A mechanical lever requires a physical opening in the lens barrel, which can be a point of weakness for dust and moisture ingress. An electronic button or switch can be much more effectively sealed.
Ergonomics and Speed: An electronic switch could be placed in a more ergonomic location, or even assigned to a camera button, allowing photographers to engage the extender without taking their eye off the viewfinder or changing their grip.
Integration with Camera Features: A motorized system could be integrated with camera functions, perhaps allowing for automatic engagement based on subject distance or other shooting parameters.

Here is a concept of what the new electronic control might look like on the side of a lens:

This concept shows a sleek, low-profile rocker switch with LED indicators, a significant departure from the bulky levers of the past.

The Future of RF Super-Telephotos?

While a patent is not a guarantee of a final product, it strongly indicates the direction of Canon’s R&D. We’ve already seen patents for motorized tilt-shift lenses and other electronic lens controls, so a motorized built-in extender is a logical next step.

Could we see this technology in a future RF 500mm f/4 with a built-in 1.4x, or perhaps a new version of the 200-400mm? Only time will tell, but the future of Canon’s super-telephoto lineup looks increasingly electronic.

via j-platpat

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Canon Patent Application P2026004077: RF 35mm f/1.2, 40mm f/1.5, and 30mm f/1.2 Found

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 14, 2026

Canon Patent Application P2026004077 has been found, and it details the optical formulas for three very fast wide-angle prime lenses: a 35mm f/1.2, a 40mm f/1.5, and a 30mm f/1.2.
The RF 35mm f/1.2L USM has been one of the most rumored and requested lenses since the inception of the RF mount. While we have the excellent (and affordable) RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM, professional shooters have been waiting for a true L-series successor to the EF 35mm f/1.4L II. This patent suggests Canon is aiming even faster with an f/1.2 aperture, consistent with their strategy of pushing optical limits (like the RF 50mm f/1.2L and RF 85mm f/1.2L).

The 40mm f/1.5 is an interesting oddity—perhaps a “pancake-style” premium lens or a compact L-series option, filling the gap between standard 35mm and 50mm focal lengths.

Example 1: RF 35mm f/1.2
This appears to be the flagship design. An f/1.2 aperture at 35mm would provide incredible subject separation and low-light performance.

Focal Length: 35.00 mm
F-number: 1.20
Half Angle of View: 31.72°
Image Height: 21.64 mm

Example 2: RF 40mm f/1.5
A slightly longer and slower optic, potentially designed for compactness or a specific rendering character.

Focal Length: 40.00 mm
F-number: 1.50
Half Angle of View: 28.41°
Image Height: 21.64 mm

Example 3: RF 30mm f/1.2
A wider option that retains the ultra-fast aperture.

Focal Length: 30.00 mm
F-number: 1.20
Half Angle of View: 35.80°
Image Height: 21.64 mm

Conclusion
As always, a patent application is not a guarantee of a final product, but the persistence of the 35mm f/1.2 in rumors and now patents makes it a very likely candidate for a future release. The 30mm and 40mm designs show Canon is exploring every variation of fast wide-angle primes.

via j-platpat

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