Canon Launches EOS R6 Mark III and RF 45mm F1.2 STM Lens
Canon has introduced the EOS R6 Mark III, a versatile full-frame mirrorless camera designed for both photography and filmmaking, alongside the compact RF 45mm F1.2 STM prime lens, expanding its mirrorless lineup.
Key Features of the EOS R6 Mark III
- Equipped with a newly developed 32.5-megapixel full-frame sensor first seen in the EOS C50 cinema camera
- Powered by the latest DIGIC X processor
- Supports up to 40 frames per second continuous shooting using the electronic shutter (manual shutter maxes out at 12 fps)
- Expanded buffer can handle up to 150 RAW frames when using CFexpress cards
- Image stabilization offers up to 8.5 stops combining in-body and lens IS
- Dual card slots supporting CFexpress and UHS-II SD cards
Advanced Video Capabilities
The EOS R6 Mark III inherits significant filmmaking features from the EOS C50, making it attractive for video creators:
- Records 7K RAW Light video at up to 60 fps with Open Gate support
- Oversampled 4K at 60p and 4K at 120p for slow-motion footage
- Full HD video up to 180 fps for creative slow-motion captures
- Includes Canon Log 2 profile providing over 15 stops of exposure latitude
- Offers waveform monitoring, proxy recording, metadata tagging, and 4-channel audio input
- Enables applying LUTs directly in-camera during recording
- New Custom Picture menu grants access to Canon 709 and BT standards
"Canon says the EOS R6 Mark III sits between the EOS R5 and EOS R6 Mark II, delivering a powerful combination of still photography and advanced filmmaking features."
The new RF 45mm F1.2 STM lens complements the camera with a fast aperture in a compact design, further enhancing Canon’s mirrorless ecosystem.
Author’s Summary
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III blends high-resolution stills, rapid burst shooting, and advanced 7K video capabilities, making it a flexible hybrid camera for photographers and filmmakers alike.
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RedShark News — 2025-11-06