Photo: Canon Canon EOS-1 Series cameras have long set the benchmark for professional sports photography. Now, as Canon’s first flagship professional mirrorless camera, the EOS R1 carries that legacy into a new era – combining revolutionary autofocus, breakthrough speed and seamless connectivity.
Here are five ways the EOS R1 keeps you ahead on every assignment.
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1. Game-changing autofocus
The EOS R1 elevates subject detection and tracking with its next-generation Dual Pixel Intelligent AF. Its deep learning system delivers subject-aware tracking that feels more responsive, agile and reassuringly ‘sticky’ when the action turns unpredictable. The Accelerated Capture system maintains accuracy even when subjects slip briefly out of view, and the latest firmware introduces support for tracking cleanly through goal netting. Powerful Eye Control AF shifts focus at a glance, while cross-type AF points enhance precision down to -7. 5EV – ideal for indoor arenas and nighttime matches. With the EOS R1 managing tracking so reliably, you can focus on composition and timing.
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2. Made for defining events in sport
The EOS R1 redefines Canon’s flagship camera performance. Its configurable silent continuous shooting of up to 40 fps allows you to fine-tune settings for any event and capture split-second drama with remarkable clarity. Pre-continuous shooting buffers up to 20 frames before you release the shutter, helping you capture the decisive moment – even if you’re a heartbeat late. Thanks to EVF Viewfinder Priority, a built-in face sensor wakes the viewfinder before it reaches your eye, ensuring it’s ready to shoot the instant the action unfolds.
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3. Seamless workflow – from arena to office
For pro sports photographers, the real race begins after the shot. Getting images to editors and clients first is critical – and the EOS R1 keeps you ahead. Multiple MIMO antennas, Wi-Fi 6E and 2. 5G BASE-T ethernet enable stable, ultra-fast transfers when every second counts. Direct FTP upload and in-camera voice memo tagging streamline delivery, so files reach press or socials faster. Designed for modern workflows, the EOS R1 lets you stay immersed in the action while ensuring every image arrives without delay.
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4. Smart assistive features
Canon’s most advanced assist functions give photographers the freedom to focus on the moment, not the controls. Action Priority tracks players based on their movement near the ball, while Register People Priority locks onto the most important person in crowded scenes. Deep learning isn’t just for autofocus performance: it also powers in-camera upscaling, allowing you to crop into the action and still deliver images at up to 4x their original resolution.
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5. Durable design, built to perform under pressure
A weather-sealed, heat-dissipating body, clad in a newly designed textured rubber grip, provides assured handling in all conditions – from rain-lashed sidelines to wind-chilled ski slopes. Even the large, high-resolution EVF features an anti-fog design for a clear view in the cold. For peace of mind, Pro CPS (Canon Professional Services) membership provides direct access to a pro rep, on-site support and service centers across Europe for fast, factory-quality repairs and maintenance.
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2026-1-10 17:00
