Canon Europe has generated significant excitement within the filmmaking community by releasing a cryptic teaser on its YouTube channel. The short video, titled “Something new is coming!”, promises a major camera launch scheduled for September 9th at 2 PM BST. While the preview offers only a glimpse of a partially illuminated camera body and lens, key details suggest a significant addition to Canon’s Cinema EOS line. The prominent red shutter button and illuminated red tally lamp are hallmarks of Canon’s professional cinema cameras, strongly indicating the upcoming announcement. The camera’s boxy shape, lacking a prominent viewfinder bulge, further supports this assertion.
Online speculation has already centered on the possibility that the new camera could be the Canon EOS C50. This purported compact model is rumored to replace the current Canon EOS R5 C and directly compete with Sony’s four-year-old FX3. The teaser image aligns with reports suggesting a significantly smaller form factor than the EOS C70, emphasizing portability and ease of use. According to SonyAlphaRumors, the EOS C50 is expected to feature a 32MP full-frame sensor and groundbreaking Open Gate recording capability. This feature utilizes the entire sensor surface for recording, a technique previously employed by Panasonic and Blackmagic cameras but not yet implemented in Sony or Canon models.
The anticipated lightweight design, weighing under 700g (excluding the lens), further underscores the camera’s focus on portability. This makes it a compelling alternative to the aging Sony FX3, especially if the rumored specifications prove accurate. However, with Sony itself expected to release the much-anticipated FX3 II, the compact cinema camera market is poised for an exciting period of competition. The launch of the Canon EOS C50 could significantly shake up this sector, offering filmmakers a potent blend of high-resolution imaging and unprecedented portability.
Canon’s YouTube page provides a notification button to ensure you don’t miss the official reveal. The anticipation is high, and the coming days will undoubtedly be filled with further speculation as the world awaits what Canon has in store.
