Cameras

Canon announces EOS R6 Mark III camera, RF45mm f/1.2 STM lens

Uncompromised storytelling plus f/1.2 lens made more accessible

Published

November 9, 2025

GadgetMatch

Canon has officially announced the EOS R6 Mark III full-frame CMOS camera, along with the RF45mm f/1.2 STM lens.

The latest addition to the EOS R mirrorless line, the new camera paired with the large aperture lens is designed for enthusiasts and hobbyists.

The RF45mm f/1.2 STM is Canon’s widest aperture non-professional lens in the RF lens lineup.

This versatile and easy-to-use 45mm focal length on full-frame cameras broadens accessibility of an f/1.2 lens to users.

On APS-C cameras, users can expect a portrait-friendly 72mm full-frame equivalent focal length.

Faster, sharper

The EOS R6 Mark III features a higher 32.5-megapixel resolution and improved speed, performance, and reliability. It also incorporates powerful video capabilities.

Such resolution allows for finer details to be captured in higher definition, but with more cropping flexibility. The higher megapixel count comes in useful for faraway subjects shot with close crops.

On high-speed continuous shooting (electronic shutter) mode, the new camera can capture up to 150 shots at 40 fps.

And despite the higher processing load, it maintains the same high-speed continuous shooting rate (up to 40 fps on electronic shutter and up to 12 fps on mechanical or electronic first-curtain shutter).

In addition, the camera features a user-friendly pre-continuous shooting feature. Before the shutter button is fully pressed, up to 20 continuous shots can be recorded in any still format.

Meanwhile, autofocus algorithm enhancements offer more tenacious subject tracking. This simplifies the post-shooting workflow especially for shooting difficult subjects.

The EOS R6 Mark III also inherits the Register People Priority function found in the flagship EOS R1. This allows pre-registered people to be prioritized for detection and tracking when shooting photos and videos in group situations.

Leap in video capabilities

Moreover, the camera offers more recording and post-production options. It supports 7K 60p internal RAW video recording to a CF-express Type B card.

It is also the first EOS R series camera to offer 3:2 Open Gate recording at up to 7K 30p RAW.

This provides greater flexibility for reframing, especially when creating horizontal and vertical videos from the same footage.

And during recording, users can also simultaneously record a smaller MP4 proxy file or a 4K DCI Fine MP4 sub movie to its SD card slot.

In addition, recording formats have been expanded. There’s internal RAW recording, Canon Log 2, and HLG gamma recording. These are on top of the pre-existing Canon Log 3 and HDR PQ.

Support for the Cinema EOS range’s Custom Picture (CP) profiles, including custom LUTs helps set recording options like gamma, color sampling, and bit depth as well.

And like the EOS R5 Mark II, the EOS R6 Mark III supports waveform monitor display, as well as false colors and zebras.

New features like AWB Response and Shockless WB also enable seamless white balance transitions during video shooting, regardless if the AWB is utilized or the white balance is manually adjusted.

RF45mm f/1.2 STM: f/1.2 made accessible

As Canon’s first f/1.2 lens of its class, the RF45mm f/1.2 STM is a compact, lightweight, and affordable option for users who desire bokeh. It weighs about 346 grams and is the smallest f/1.2 lens in both EF and RF lens range.

The larger aperture also enables the lens to deliver greater low light flexibility and AF support. The 4mm focal length allows users to capture a natural perspective, moving seamlessly between wide environmental shots and intimate closeups.

On APS-C cameras, the lens achieves a 72mm equivalent focal length. This, of course, is ideal for close-ups, portraits, and street photography.

The f/1.2 bokeh then levels up the shooting, as users can frame their storytelling in a more defining manner.

But if the entire shot needs to be sharp, just dial the aperture down to f/8 so the lens can deliver edge-to-edge sharpness.

Together, the lens’ maximum aperture allows ample light information to reach the new camera’s sensor.

This way, the Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system’s low light capabilities on the EOS R6 Mark III is fully maximized.

Plus, with 5-axis stabilization on the camera, the RF45mm f/1.2 STM delivers sharp, clean images at a slow shutter speed and lower ISO.

Related Topics:Canon EOS R6 Mark III Canon RF45mm f/1.2 STM

Cameras

What HYROX Hong Kong looks like up close

Photographed on the Canon EOS R6 Mark III.

Published

June 11, 2026

MJ Jucutan

HYROX drew people from all over the world for a single purpose: finish the course. In Hong Kong, athletes showed up at AsiaWorld-Expo ready to run, row, and push through 8 stations of pure functional fitness.

So, we brought the Canon EOS R6 Mark III to capture one of the most demanding fitness races on the planet.

The Expo floor is a lighting nightmare, a mix of harsh overheads and deep shadows, but the 32.5MP sensor handled the contrast without breaking a sweat.

The 40fps electronic shutter and Pre-continuous shooting meant we were already capturing the moment half a second before we consciously decided to press the shutter.

Covering a race means staying mobile, and the 8.5-stop IBIS let us move freely alongside athletes without losing the shot. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II stayed locked on athletes even when they were squinting through the final stretch.

What came out were stories of triumph and determination. Even when their bodies were screaming, they pushed through anyway.

This is what HYROX Hong Kong looked like from the inside.

Words by MJ Jucutan. Photos by Sky Rodillas.

Cameras

Insta360 GO 3S gets retro makeover

Tiny camera, vintage vibes

Published

May 14, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

Insta360 GO 3S Retro Bundle Edition is bringing a touch of nostalgia to its tiny POV camera lineup.

The company has announced the new Retro Bundle Edition for the GO 3S, combining the wearable 4K camera with accessories and software features inspired by classic film photography.

At the center of the bundle is the Retro Viewfinder. It transforms the tiny camera into a handheld shooter with a waist-level framing experience reminiscent of vintage film cameras. Instead of relying on a screen, users can compose shots through the optical finder for a more deliberate shooting style. The viewfinder also includes a built-in selfie mirror.

The bundle also includes a Battery Pack that extends recording time to up to 76 minutes while supporting charging during recording. An NFC Custom Skin allows quick access to the Insta360 app by tapping a smartphone against it.

Other accessories include a wearable strap and the Magnet Pendant for hands-free POV capture.

To match the retro-inspired hardware, Insta360 is also adding exclusive film-style filters including Negative Film, Positive Film, and Sticker Filter. Five additional built-in color profiles are also included: NC, CC, GR-F, Mono, and Vintage Vacation.

Despite the nostalgic styling, the GO 3S keeps its modern action camera features. The 39g camera can shoot 4K video with FlowState Stabilization, supports QuickCapture, and is waterproof up to 10 meters.

Price and availability

The Insta360 GO 3S Retro Bundle Edition is now available in Canvas White and Classic Red color options. Pricing starts at US$249.99 for the 64GB version and US$269.99 for the 128GB model.

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Accessories

Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features

Better Android lens support

Published

April 23, 2026

GadgetMatch

Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features
Excerpt: Better Android lens support

Insta360 has released a major spring update for its Flow 2 series handheld gimbals, bringing wider Android compatibility and new features for iPhone users.

The update focuses on improving how the Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro work across different devices. It expands support for flagship Android phones while adding new shooting tools for iOS, making hands-free, stabilized video easier to capture without extra gear.

Android finally gets full lens access

One of the biggest changes is native multi-lens support on Android. When paired with the Insta360 app, the Flow 2 series can now access ultra-wide and telephoto lenses on supported devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, vivo, OPPO, and more.

This means users can shoot at full resolution using their phone’s native cameras, whether capturing wide landscapes or zoomed-in details. The update brings Android performance closer to what iPhone users have been getting, especially in more dynamic shooting scenarios like concerts, sports, and vlogging.

The improved lens access also works with features like Widescreen Mode, helping users create smoother, more cinematic footage with better framing flexibility.

Faster 360 panoramas for quick sharing

The Flow 2 series continues to stand out with its ability to capture full 360-degree panoramas. With the new 360 Panorama 2.0, stitching is now 50% faster, producing results in about 20 seconds.

Users can capture everything in one go, then choose their preferred framing afterward. The feature also supports interactive sharing via links, letting viewers pan and explore the image on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Creative templates such as Tiny Planet are also available for quick edits, making it easier to turn panoramic shots into shareable content.

Dual View adds more angles in one take

Dual View Mode introduces multi-angle recording without the need for additional cameras. It allows simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, or even dual rear lenses, producing three clips in a single take.

This is useful for creators who want to capture reactions alongside the main shot or experiment with different focal lengths at once. Combined with AI tracking, the feature keeps subjects centered while adding more variety to footage.

Apple Watch control for hands-free shooting

For iPhone users, the update adds Apple Watch control, turning the watch into a remote for the gimbal.

Users can start or stop recording, adjust settings, switch modes, and even control zoom using the Digital Crown. This allows for better control during solo shoots, especially when the phone is mounted on the gimbal at a distance.

Smarter tracking and remote control tools

The update also improves several AI-powered features across the Flow 2 series.

AI Tracker now works across more Android apps, enabling subject tracking during video calls, livestreams, or hands-free recording. Multi-person tracking keeps groups in frame, while Active Zoom Tracking allows up to 15x zoom while maintaining focus on moving subjects.

There’s also a new smartphone remote control feature, which lets users operate the gimbal using a second phone. This adds flexibility for more complex shooting setups without interrupting the shot.