Shaking the industry! Canon unveils the RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye, a state-of-the-art lens that supports the trend of virtual reality videography, sharp, realistic, all-in-one. The EOS VR System invites you to experience a new perspective beyond imagination with 180-degree virtual images. Premium Shooting is more convenient and efficient than ever.
Canon has launched the EOS VR System, an innovative virtual reality (VR) video production that features premium 8K images in response to the ever-growing demands of the VR video production market. in entertainment media travel and education as well as to convey the imagination of consumers in the most realistic form and see the details more clearly It has developed a dedicated high-quality VR lens, the RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye, for use with mirrorless cameras, and the EOS VR Utility software and EOS VR Plugin designed to enable the workflow. working at maximum efficiency which will be available for sale from the end of December 2021 onwards
Mr. Nithiwat Watjanavaranun, Canon Marketing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said VR technology is currently a trend that is gaining widespread popularity around the world. Seeing the continued growing market trend of VR technology, Canon has adopted the optical technology used for the development and production of the EOS Interchangeable Lens Camera System to develop into the EOS VR System, providing premium quality VR video.
from high quality lenses Including intelligent software that will make the work easier. to meet the needs of users who have a variety and demand for more applications It also underscores Canon’s leadership in global digital imaging solutions that focus on cutting-edge innovations to deliver new experiences. and more convenient for users
As for VR technology, it is a technology that plays an important role in a wide range of businesses and industries right now. which, in addition to being able to deliver an exciting new perspective, can also help decision-making for consumers. Many industries have applied the benefits of VR to increase business opportunities, such as creating more dimensional entertainment media to enhance the viewing experience, such as holding concerts or fan meetings in VR format. various in the tourism industry and presenting virtual products to consumers
without having to travel to the storefront of the retail industry Making the game more realistic to make players feel more excited and involved with the game. Used in the automotive industry to help simulate car driving. Real estate industry that allows customers to view pictures of houses or condos in a virtual reality as well as being used to create virtual learning materials to improve educational work more efficiently.
the lensSupport video recording Virtual Reality PREMIUM QUALITY 3 IMAGESD to 180 degrees
The new RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens is an RF mount that utilizes two fisheye lenses that create a parallax effect that is used to create 180-degree 3D VR images when combined with a mirrorless camera. The EOS R5 will allow users to record videos in ultra-high resolution at 8K, adding even more enjoyment to viewers. even in a backlit image with special lens coating technology
Delivering efficient work From filming to workpost production
The RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens acts as an “eye” for light entering the camera’s CMOS image sensor, eliminating some traditional VR shooting steps, such as synchronizing the camera’s position. before filming or synchronizing images in the post-production process. resulting in more efficient work Users can choose to convert their videos to VR format using specialized software such as the EOS VR Utility or the EOS VR Plugin compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro4, in the post-production process.
Main features of the lens RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye
1. Record 3D VR videos up to 180 degrees with high quality L-lens.
- Using 2 fisheye lenses, this lens can capture 180-degree 3D VR video by using the principle of changing the position of the object according to the position of the viewer (parallax) between the left and right images.
- 180-degree VR footage has half the field of view of 360-degree footage, reducing file size and creating high-resolution footage. to make it easier to manage and creating images as realistic as possible.
It also allows users to shoot without worrying about having their own image included in the frame. - It is Canon’s L (Luxury) family of lenses designed and built to the highest standards in every respect.
Performance, usability and durability, as well as bright and high-quality images, are achieved with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. - High image quality is achieved with the RF mount’s Short Back Focus system, which works in tandem with the internal arrangement of the lens elements. Each fisheye lens has a UD lens element positioning.[1] that provides maximum efficiency which the placement of the lens element inside this It is also positioned with consideration to help optimize refraction to achieve a natural parallax effect at a distance of 60 mm.
- Both left and right lens elements An electromagnetic diaphragm (EMD: Electro-magnetic Diaphragm) is installed for electronically controlling the aperture diameter.
- Comes with a gelatin filter holder. To enable the addition of an ND filter, image brightness can be controlled even during daytime outdoor shooting and other high-contrast situations. This may require a faster shutter speed than intended. This ensures that video shooting will go smoothly.
- Sealing against dust and splashes on the mount and focus ring
- It uses SWC (Subwavelength Structure Coating) lens element coating, which is a special coating. Numerous wedge-shaped structures of nanoscale size are smaller than the wavelength of visible light. They are arranged on the concave part of the front lens element to control internal reflection. This helps to reduce ghosting and reflections in the image. Additionally, lenses used for VR video shooting tend to have a larger angle of incidence. This coating makes it easier to shoot in backlit conditions.
2. Shoot high quality videos with the EOS R5 mirrorless camera that supports 8K resolution.
- By using this lens in tandem with the EOS R5, 8K high-definition, 180° VR video footage can be enjoyed. More realistic to watch
- With the lens’ maximum aperture of f/2.8, coupled with the high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and the powerful noise-processing capabilities of the DIGIC X image processor on the EOS R5, high-quality footage can be achieved even when shooting in landscape mode. Shoot in dimly lit locations or dimly lit scenes for beautiful shots.
3. Efficient and reliable workflow from filming until the post-production process
- The camera’s CMOS image sensor can simultaneously capture images of light entering the “eyes” of both lenses, eliminating the difficult process of positioning and syncing the camera before shooting or stitching images together. Post-production in a traditional way
- For remote shooting, which is essential in VR video shooting, users can opt for EOS Utility, a software used for adjusting camera settings and transferring images via a computer. Alternatively, you can use the Camera Connect app to review images and change camera settings via your smartphone.
The outstanding features of 2 specialized software
In order for viewers to view VR footage in 3D on a head-mounted display (HMD: Head-Mounted Display), the captured footage must be converted to a VR file first. VR photography involves four steps: shooting, reviewing, editing. and file conversion
Canon’s VR video capture system captures images with a single camera. (with a single CMOS image sensor), which simplifies the operations that occur when shooting with a traditional 2-camera system, such as positioning and synchronizing the settings of the left camera. And right before filming, in this system, users no longer need to stich the footage before converting. In addition, when users convert files Either with the EOS VR Utility PC software or with the EOS VR Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro, the software automatically straightens and corrects overlays during the conversion. This makes the operation easier and more efficient.
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