A first look and initial specs for the Canon EOS RP have leaked. Here’s what we know so far…

Canon camera rumors have really been swirling around a lot lately. Along with the five new RF lenses leaked earlier this week, we’ve been hearing about both a possible 8K EOS R as well as a new cheaper prosumer option - which looks to be this Canon EOS RP.

Regardless of quotes from Canon Group president Fujio Mitarai regarding Canon shifting away from consumer cameras in the future, new leaks revealing this new Canon EOS RP includes some of the first images, specs and a possible price point.

The Canon EOS RP

As you can see in the image above, the Canon EOS RP looks pretty similar to the Canon EOS R but is set to include a confirmed 26.2MP sensor. Via leaked information from Nokishita, some key confirmed features include:

“We have been able to confirm the canon “EOS RP” at the moment. SKU is “3380c001”. “DS126751” of radio wave certification. The model ID is “K433”. Kit with 24-105MMUSM kit and Mount Adapter kit. 26.2 million pixel full-size sensor. Battery “LP-E17.” Supports external grip “EG-E1”

Along with the following full list of specs.

26.2 Million Pixels Full Frame Sensor

Dual Pixel CMOS AF

DIGIC 8

Continuous shooting performance: 5 frames / sec

ISO sensitivity: 100 to 40000 (equivalent to extended ISO: 50, 51200, 102400)

OLED EVF

3.0 type touch panel variable angle liquid crystal

Dual Sensing IS

DLO in camera, RAW development in camera, C-RAW compatible

Size: 132.5 x 85.0 x 70.0 mm

Weight: Approximately 440g (body only), about 485g (including batteries)

Kit lens: RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM

Canon EOS RP Price

We’ve also been teased with a rumored initial price point for the Canon EOS RP being at either $1,599 or even $1,499 (via Canon Rumors) for the body only.

Which, if true and once confirmed, should put the EOS RP a good $700 to $800 cheaper than the current Canon EOS R and in a more competitive position against the crowded 4K full frame mirrorless marketplace.