Imagine Bigger Things: Canon Philippines launches the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1 in the Philippines
Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. formally introduced the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1, the latest top-tier, full-frame mirrorless cameras in the company’s Philippine lineup during a launch at Raffles Makati.
The EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1 are Canon’s newest full-frame mirrorless cameras to launch in the Philippines.
High performance is the name of the game for the EOS R5 Mark II. The EOS R5 Mark II inherits the best and innovates from the original EOS R5 with all-around features for enhanced image quality and shooting efficiency.
Canon Marketing (Philippines) Inc. President and CEO Anuj Aggarwal kicked off the exclusive launch of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1, themed “Imagine Bigger Things.”
“It’s always exciting to introduce new cameras to the market according to the needs of our consumers. The EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1 usher in the next generation for Canon as we continue our mission of providing Filipino imaging enthusiasts with the best tools and encourage them to imagine—and capture—bigger things,” said Anuj Aggarwal, Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. President and CEO. Anuj also touched on Canon’s sustainability efforts, noting that the company is committed to minimizing environmental impact while pushing forward with innovation.
The EOS R5 Mark II is faster, better, smarter, equipped with a 45-megapixel sensor, 8K 60P RAW recording. and next-generation Dual Pixel Intelligent AF system. This system leverages the Accelerated Capture image processing system’s powerful processing speed and power to achieve AF and subject detection performance surpassing that of the EOS R3. The 10-bit Canon Log 2 makes for more vivid color reproduction and seamless integration with the Cinema EOS workflow.
Canon Marketing (Philippines) Inc. Director of Consumer Information and Imaging Jian Liu shared that, equipped with the latest Canon camera technology, the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1 have improved on their predecessors, the EOS R5 and R3.
“The EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II are meant to be the perfect choice for professionals who want to capture dynamic and vibrant images and video. These cameras improve on the EOS R3 and R5, making for faster, smarter, and better tools for various fields, including sports, news reporting, and high-end video production,” added Jian Liu, Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. Director of Consumer Information and Imaging.
Filipino photographers Edwin Martinez, Jijo de Guzman, Jay Tablante, and filmmaker Kara Moreno spoke about the shooting capabilities of EOS cameras in the fields of nature photography, sports photography, commercial portraiture, and cinematography.
Renowned Filipino photographers Edwin Martinez, Jay Tablante, and Jijo De Guzman, along with filmmakers Kara Moreno and Ian Celis, were also present to hold individual discussions exploring the potential of the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II cameras for shooting natural landscapes, commercial portraits, sports, cinematography, and weddings.
The EOS R5 Mark II is now available for pre-order. It is priced at Php 249,998 for the body, bundled with a 512GB CF Express Type B card, and Php 329,998 with the RF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens, also bundled with a 512GB CF Express Type B card. Pre-order by visiting the nearest Canon store or authorized Canon dealers nationwide.
About Canon in the Philippines
Canon is a multibillion-dollar company with one of the most extensive product lines of digital imaging devices. 2020 marks the company’s 35th consecutive year it has been ranked among the top five U.S. patent holders and the 16th consecutive year it has been ranked first among Japanese companies for the number of U.S. patents granted. It continues to enrich lives through technological innovation.
Guided by its commitment to its Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, Canon provides total imaging solutions to improve personal and professional lives. The brand ranks as one of the top 20 brands in the region according to a 2018 study conducted by Campaign Asia-Pacific and Nielsen thanks to its strong reputation on performance and good corporate citizenship.
Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. has offices spread across the Philippine archipelago supported by its vast network of authorized service centers. Recognitions and awards received include the Corporate Award and Gold Bagwis Seal of Excellence for providing distinctive service to customers.
Canon Marketing Philippines reaffirms its dedication to sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices across all its operations and product lifecycle, striving for a greener future for generations to come.
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