So it looks like this could be the successor to the 5DMKII

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Symon

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Thought this was worth posting in this 5D MKII section as it will appeal to use users of said 5DMKII :D

http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/03/canon-has-a-new-eos-movies-dslr-on-the-way-too/

A full frame Cinema EOS in the making :D

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Official Press Release:

Coming Attractions: New Canon Digital SLR Camera Under Development


HOLLYWOOD, California, November 3, 2011/TOKYO, November 4, 2011 – Canon Inc. today announced that the company is developing a new-concept EOS-series digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera. Incorporating an enhanced version of the video-capture capability offered in the current EOS-series lineup, the new camera will be ideally suited for cinematographic and other digital high-resolution production applications. The model will be equipped with a 35 mm full-frame CMOS sensor and, enabling the recording of 4K video* (at a frame rate of 24P, with Motion-JPEG compression), will make possible the type of exceptional image quality and sublime imaging expression to be expected from the next generation of "EOS Movies."

The announcement coincides with the launch of the Cinema EOS System, marking Canon's full-fledged entry into the digital high-resolution production industry. The new professional digital cinematography system spans the lens, digital cinema camera and digital SLR camera product categories.

Further details regarding the new EOS digital SLR camera currently under development, including the product name, specifications and scheduled launch date, have yet to be decided.

EOS Movie: A New Industry Standard
Movie recording has been a standard feature in all newly introduced Canon EOS-series digital SLR cameras since the launch of the EOS 5D Mark II in November 2008. Coupled with the diverse array of lenses in Canon's current interchangeable EF lens lineup, this feature has heralded rich visual expressive possibilities, delivering such characteristics as beautiful image blur and low noise while also garnering kudos for the mobility and maneuverability made possible through the cameras' compact and lightweight body designs.

The impressive images created by the combination of Canon EOS digital SLR cameras and EF lenses, known as "EOS Movies," have already earned their screen credentials on the sets of multiple productions, from television commercials and artist promotion videos to episodic dramas and even major motion pictures.

For more information and to view online demonstration footage of the new products please visit: www.canoncinemaeos.com

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* Cropped to APS-H-equivalent size (dimensions measuring approximately 80% vertically and horizontally of a 35 mm full-frame sensor) when recording in 4K.
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I'm confused about the 4K jpg compression part... ironically I edit jogs all day long for commercials (that's what they want delivered), and while the results are fine, I still wouldn't hand in a file for an important job that was shot in jpg and edited in jpg. It just feels wrong... and this is 20K images we're talking about. So I guess I wouldn't make anything serious on a 4k jpg camera.... just doesn't make sense.

Buuut... one can always changes ones mind when holding the thing in ones hand and having seen the results up close :D

So far the RED line still smells good regardless of price.
 
I doubt this will "replace" the 5D2, more like this is the cine minded DSLR Canon is moving to. The 5D3 will just remain more of a photography camera and will probably be about what that 1D X is now minus the advanced AF system, dual CF card slots, Timecode, and 14 FPS.
 
Yep, totally. It's identical. But could still be the successor in terms of DSLR Full Frame HD Video.

Pretty much along the lines of what ben_r_ says above.
 
I could care less about 4k and high resolution. If they bumped the burst rate on the 5d mkii up to 6 fps, gave it 7d autofocus, 60p at 720, and better compression my dream camera would be available (well a reasonable dream). I could care less if it were 12 or 21 megapixels to be honest, I'm not doing prints
 
Yeh, it says that in their press release I quoted. It's quite clear.

Personally I couldn't care less about 4k in the next generation 5D MKII. :undecided

I'm sure I'll get shot down for that lol
 
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