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Canon Speedlite EL-5 II
3 stories tracked since 8 Sept 2026 — latest 16 Sept 2026. This page updates itself as new coverage lands.
8 Sept 2026 · Camera Rumour
Canon EOS R8 Mark II Specs Leaked: 40fps, 7.5-Stop IBIS, Sep 15
Per PhotoRumors, leaked specs for the Canon EOS R8 Mark II include a 24MP sensor, 7.5 stops of IBIS, 40fps continuous shooting via electronic shutter only (no mechanical), 20fps pre-shoot capture, and 6K oversampled 4K video with Canon Log 3. Battery is LP-E17, storage is single SD card, and size is said to be close to the current R8. US price is expected around USD $1,799, with a September 15 announcement. A new Speedlite EL-5 II and extension grip are also reportedly due on the same date. All details unconfirmed.
12 Sept 2026 · Camera Rumour
Canon EOS R8 Mark II: Weather Sealing Confirmed, Announcement Sept 15
Canon Rumors has confirmed weather sealing on the EOS R8 Mark II, a notable upgrade over the original R8 which shipped without it. Official announcement is locked in for 15 September 2026, along with the Speedlite EL-5 Mark II. Updated specs and pricing are partially detailed in the source.
16 Sept 2026 · Launch News
Canon EOS R8 Mark II Announcement Tonight, Plus Speedlite EL-5 II
Canon's EOS R8 Mark II gets its official announcement tonight at 9PM New York time (2AM London). Canon is also dropping the Speedlite EL-5 II and an ergonomic grip for the R8 II at the same time. First look at the grip shows no vertical shutter button.