Anthony Gugliotta had the opportunity to sit down with Canon's development team to suggest improvements and discuss the future of their cameras and lenses. These insights hint at possible upgrades and changes you might see soon in Canon’s equipment.
Coming to you from Anthony Gugliotta, this interesting video shares several compelling camera upgrades and lens ideas Gugliotta personally suggested to Canon’s engineering team. One significant feature he advocated for was including C-LOG 2 color profiles across all upcoming Canon cameras, even if technical limitations mean it won’t perform identically to higher-end cinema models. Currently, only select Canon cameras, like the R5 Mark II, offer C-LOG 2, while others have C-LOG 3, creating challenges when matching footage across different cameras. Gugliotta argues convincingly that standardizing this feature across models would streamline workflow, especially for hybrid shooters frequently switching between multiple bodies. He also discussed the importance of keeping the digital level indicator visible while recording video—a small yet critical enhancement that aids consistent framing, particularly valuable for handheld shooting scenarios.
Additionally, Gugliotta addressed screen technologies with Canon's team, specifically questioning the practicality of integrating HDR displays in camera screens similar to smartphones. While improved dynamic range visibility could enhance raw file previews, he suggested Canon prioritize refining their tilt-swivel screen design first. He mentioned a complaint raised by fellow photographer Jared Polin about Canon’s current screens not sitting perfectly level—a minor detail that Gugliotta admits he overlooked initially but now sees as an important ergonomic fix. These nuanced improvements reflect genuine usage patterns, highlighting practical concerns that impact daily camera operation more than flashy new features.
Gugliotta also touched on the potential for open gate video capture, a format enabling maximum sensor area recording, useful for flexible reframing or working with anamorphic lenses. Interestingly, Canon’s team questioned whether open gate video was genuinely needed by typical shooters, sparking discussion about how camera brands prioritize feature development based on perceived user demand. This reflects the ongoing debate within the industry between practical needs versus trendy additions. He further critiqued Canon’s shift toward AI upscaling features over pixel-shift high-resolution modes, arguing personally for a preference toward genuine, sensor-based resolution increases rather than digitally enhanced methods.
Beyond video, lens discussions offered insights into Canon’s future directions. Gugliotta strongly recommended developing a high-quality, ultra-wide prime lens optimized for astrophotography, something currently missing from Canon’s lineup. He explained that while Canon’s recent wide-angle offerings perform well optically, the lack of a very wide, low-aperture prime leaves a noticeable gap compared to competitors like Sony. This lens type significantly improves astrophotography results by drastically reducing exposure times, enhancing image quality, and minimizing noise—key factors for night photography enthusiasts. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Gugliotta.
