Canon Announces 1D X Mark II : 35mm Full-Frame Sensor, 4K at 60FPS, Pre-Order for $6K

This video will introduce you to all of the 1D X Mark II's video features:

Technical Specifications

• Fastest shooting EOS-1D, capable of up to 14 fps* full-resolution RAW or JPEG, and up to 16 fps* in Live View mode with new Dual DIGIC 6+ Image Processors.
• Achieves a maximum burst rate of up to 170 RAWs in continuous shooting at up to 16 fps, and 4K movies using CFast™ cards in the new CFast 2.0™ slot.
• Experience less noise in higher ISO images via a new 20.2 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, with an ISO range of 100–51200; expansion to ISO 409600.
• Improved AF performance through 61-point High Density Reticular AF II system with 41 cross-type points, improved center point focusing sensitivity to -3 EV and compatibility down to f/8***.
• Accurate subject tracking for stills and video with new EOS Intelligent Tracking and Recognition AF with 360,000-pixel metering sensor.
• 4K video (4096 x 2160) up to 60 fps (59.94), with an 8.8-Megapixel still frame grab**** in camera. Full 1080p HD capture up to 120 fps for slow motion.
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF & Movie Servo AF for high speed, high frame rate and continuous autofocus during video shooting.
• View and control high quality stills and videos via the 3.2-inch touch panel LCD with 1.62 million dots.
• Increased resolution and fine detail, with lens aberration correction and diffraction correction via new in-camera Digital Lens Optimizer technology.
• Built-in GPS provides geotag information including auto time syncing with Universal Time Code via satellites.
• The new optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E8A is compatible with IEEE 802.11ac/n/a/g/b, supporting both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi® bands.
• Durable and rugged magnesium alloy body with dust- and-weather resistance for demanding shooting situations.

According to the press release, here are some features included in the 1D X Mark II that Canon says are "firsts" for EOS cameras:

• Newly developed 20.2 megapixel 35mm Full Frame Canon CMOS sensor;
• Continuous shooting speeds of up-to-14 frames per second (fps) with Auto Exposure (AE) and predictive
• AF for viewfinder shooting and up to 16 fps1 in Live View mode;
• Dual DIGIC 6+ Image Processors that transfer image data at extremely high speed for extended bursts during continuous shooting – up-to-170 consecutive RAW images at 14 fps. When shooting JPEG images you’re only limited by memory card capacity 2;
• Capable of shooting 4K 60P and Full HD 120P video with Dual Pixel CMOS AF;
• Enhanced wireless functionality (with the optional accessory Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E8) that supports the new high-speed IEEE 802.11ac standard and the  ability to easily transfer photos and videos to compatible smartphones using Canon’s Camera Connect app*;
• Digital Lens Optimizer to help correct aberrations in-camera (a feature that previously required post-processing on an external computer);
• Improved 61-point viewfinder AF with expanded coverage and all AF-points selectable and supported to a maximum aperture of f/8;
• Improved AI Servo III+ predictive AF algorithm for better accuracy;
• Continuous red illumination of all AF points within the camera’s Intelligent Viewfinder II.
• Compatibility with both CF and CFast memory cards for optimal performance and versatility

The most exciting feature of the 1D X Mark II is clearly that it shoots 4K at 60fps, however the downside to that is that it records MJPEG just like 1D C. MJPEG means larger file sizes, which are not ideal. And contrary to a few claims from Canon Rumors, the camera doesn't have log mode, which may be a deal-breaker for some of you. But keep in mind that the 1D X Mark II is a $6000 camera, which means that it will have limited features and is primarily built with videomakers in mind.

You can pre-order the Canon 1D X Mark II from B&H now:

• 1D X Mark II Premium Kit (plus CFast Card and reader): $6000
• 1D X Mark II (Body Only): $6000

Canon 1D X Mark II Premium Kit -- B&H

Canon 1D X Mark II (Body Only) -- B&H

Source: Canon