This customized version of the Canon EOS R, designed exclusively for individuals interested in shooting the night sky, has an optical infrared cut filter in front of the sensor, allowing for the capture of distant nebulae and other cosmic phenomena with the highest level of clarity.
By incorporating a specific filter into the EOS R’s architecture, the EOS Ra offers about four times the transmission and sensitivity to H-alpha (656.28nm) wavelengths, which is ideal for displaying nebulae and other scenes without infrared interference, resulting in enhanced color neutrality.
Additional enhancements include the addition of a 30x live view magnification option, which allows for better focusing precision on distant targets while working with either the EVF or the back LCD. Aside from this handful of variances, the EOS Ra and EOS R are equipped with an identical set of basic characteristics that enable them to capture images with high resolution and fine detail.
The EOS Ra is equipped with a full-frame CMOS sensor with a resolution of 30.3MP and a DIGIC 8 image processor for superior image quality. When these technologies are combined, they provide a wide sensitivity range of up to a native ISO 40000, quick continuous shooting at up to 8 frames per second, and UHD 4K30 video recording.
The sensor also has a sophisticated Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, which employs 5655 customizable points to swiftly and precisely acquire focus. This focusing technology is very sensitive down to EV -6, allowing it to be used in extremely low-light environments.
Aside from being ideally suited to the UHD 4K video recording capabilities, the camera is also equipped with Movie Digital IS to decrease camera shake, built-in Canon Log gamma for increased dynamic range, and 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 output through HDMI to provide even better color customization.
Besides the performance characteristics, this camera has been created from the ground up and has a high-resolution 3.69m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder for crisp and brilliant eye-level viewing, as well as a built-in flash.
As an alternative, the device also has an LCD touchscreen with 2.1 million dots at the back of the device that can be adjusted to function from high and low angles. A Multi-Function bar, which can be customized to suit the user’s preferences and allows for straightforward adjustment of shooting parameters, is also available. In addition, because this is a camera designed to handle the harshest circumstances, the magnesium alloy body is dust and moisture-resistant.
Canon EOS Ra Specs
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
|---|---|
| Max resolution | 6720 x 4480 |
| Other resolutions | 4176 x 2784 (1.6x crop) |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 30 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 32 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100-40000 (expands to 50-102400) |
| Boosted ISO (minimum) | 50 |
| Boosted ISO (maximum) | 102400 |
| White balance presets | 6 |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, normal |
| Autofocus | Contrast Detect (sensor)Phase DetectMulti-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousTouchFace DetectionLive View |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 5655 |
| Lens mount | Canon RF |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2″ |
| Screen dots | 2,100,000 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76× |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690,000 |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Subject / scene modes | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| External flash | Yes (via hot shoe) |
| Continuous drive | 8.0 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Metering modes | MultiCenter-weightedSpotPartial |
| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
| AE Bracketing | ±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Modes | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 180 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 90 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 90 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1280 x 720 @ 120p / 160 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage types | SD card (UHS-II supported) |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| USB charging | Yes (With some chargers) |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini-HDMI) |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Headphone port | Yes |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE |
| Remote control | Yes (via smartphone) |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 370 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) |
| Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84 mm (5.35 x 3.86 x 3.31″) |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | None |
