Canon shows off new concept cameras at CES 2020
Canon has been showing a small range of concept cameras for a couple of years now at various shows. One of them, the clip-on Canon IVY REC actually became a reality, following a crowdfunding campaign. The company doesn`t say too much about these concepts officially, but uses shows like CES to get feedback and gauge interest in these unconventional products aimed at a younger, more active, less enthusiast marketplace.
At this years` CES show in Las Vegas we took a look at Canon`s current range of concept cameras. Click through for more details.
Canon shows off new concept cameras at CES 2020
First up is a pair of `wearable` cameras. A dual-lens model (shown here with a blank plate where the lenses would be: it`s about the same size as a large divers or GPS watch) that would feature twin medium-wide and medium-tele focal lengths, similar to options provided by many modern smartphones. The camera can be attached to whatever you want: from your wrist like a watch, to the strap of a backpack, or even some existing structure (Canon suggests a tent).
Canon shows off new concept cameras at CES 2020
The second of the two models features a 180-degree lens, making it suitable for capturing point-of-view video and stills of activities like snowboarding or skateboarding. The idea with both cameras is to `free` the user from bulky equipment, straps or the need for additional camera supports. Or to avoid handling (and risking the safety of) your phone.
Canon shows off new concept cameras at CES 2020
The second concept is a single camera with a modular lens system capable of tele, wide and closeup imaging. It`s hard to tell scale from this photograph but the camera is about 13 cm (5`) long. As such, like the other concepts, it`s reasonable to assume a smartphone-sized sensor.
Canon shows off new concept cameras at CES 2020
This rough working prototype ...
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