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By admin, on February 28th, 2014
According to latest rumors Canon may announce 7D mark II in Q2 (April / May / June) of 2014, earlier it was said that it may arrive in Q3 / possibly in Photokina 2014.
Absence of competitors: There is actually no pressure in front of Canon to release a Canon 7D Mark II model yet due to absence of Nikon D400 model, the mid-range Canon 70D with PDAF sensor is giving strong competition to Nikon D7200.
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By admin, on February 21st, 2014
According to latest rumors Canon may announce its APS-C flagship camera on March 2014 with three Pixma Pro printers, however the information is not coming from a confirmed source so take it as a grain of salt.
Canon 7D Mark II Rumored Specification
- 20MP sensor
- ISO 100-12,800 (25600 extended)
- 1/8000 shutter
- Quiet shutter mode
- Phase detect AF, 19 area
- 8fps continuous shooting
- Buffer size – 15 raw, 126 JPEG
- 3.0″ 1040k dot LCD (touch screen) – not articulated
- Weather sealed (as original 7D)
- 910g weight
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By admin, on February 20th, 2014
According to latest rumors Canon may also announce a new professional DSLR (EOS A1?) camera along with Nikon D4s, according to sources the camera is coming in March 2014.
According to a different rumor source (coming from chinese forum xite), Canon May announce a 4K capable high-end professional DSLR camera in April 2014.
EOS-A1 Rumored Specification
- anti-1D X magnesium alloy body ·
- 36.8 million pixels ·
- 61 pairs of focus Dual DIGIC6 image processor ·
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF ·
- Still Image mode under native ISO50 ·
- In video mode can record 30fps 4K Video ·
- 8bit 4:2:2 lossless output · ALL-I and IPB two file compression ·
- Built-in Wi -Fi module ·
- 3.2 “approximately 1.04 million capacitive touch screen ·
- price is expected to more than $ 8,000
since both source are talking about the same thing so we may see a new flagship model from Canon soon. However, still no update available about next APS-C flagship / 7D Mark II arrival.
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By admin, on February 19th, 2014
Canon G1X Mark II many sample images surfaced over the web today, the image look good at 100%, you can view full size sample images from Canon Japan website and some small size available at Canon UK website.
The Canon G1X Mark II features newly developed sensor 1.5inch sensor, newly developed DIGIC 6 Image Processor, you also get 1x more optical zoom from its predecessor (5x Zoom Lens), the G1X Mark II also records Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps and on the rear side we have 3.0″ 1,040k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD and Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC.
Also take a look at – Canon G1X Mark II vs Canon G1X specification comparison
By admin, on February 14th, 2014
Canon 1200D / T5 Sample image surfaced over the web, the traditional 18 MP APS-C, 100-6400 ISO range, the entry level DSLR can also Shoot 3.0 frames per second for approximately 69 JPEGs or 6 RAW files.
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By admin, on February 13th, 2014
According to EOSHD website during a media presentation (organized by Panasonic), the presenters mentions a “Canon 7D successor” in a slide along with following specification mentioned below,
Canon 7D Mark II Rumored Specification
- 20MP sensor
- ISO 100-12,800 (25600 extended)
- 1/8000 shutter
- Quiet shutter mode
- Phase detect AF, 19 area
- 8fps continuous shooting
- Buffer size – 15 raw, 126 JPEG
- 3.0″ 1040k dot LCD (touch screen) – not articulated
- Weather sealed (as original 7D)
- 910g weight
If we look at the core specification, they assumed that 7D Mark II will carry same almost same core specification as Canon 70D camera, well I am quite sure that 7D Mark II will don’t such broing specification…. but what at the end the website also say that Canon 7D Mark II is in hand of some pro photographers at the Sochi Winter Olympics in Russia,
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By admin, on February 13th, 2014
Canon today announced the successor of Canon 1100D, The 1200D features 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 processor,ISO 100-6400 (expandable to H: 12800) for shooting from bright to dim light. and 9-point AF system, you can also record Full HD videos and on the Rear side we have 3″ LCD screen.
Canon 1200D Major Features
- 18MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
- EF-S 18-55mm IS II Lens Included
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- Full HD 1080p Video
- 3″ LCD Screen
- 100-6400 ISO
- 9-Point Autofocus System
- 3 fps Continuous Shooting
- Scene Intelligent Auto Mode
- Compatible with Canon EF and EF-S Lenses
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Press Release
Ideal for Entry-level Digital SLR Users, the New EOS Rebel T5 Digital SLR Camera Helps Users Confidently Capture Outstanding Still and Video Images
MELVILLE, N.Y., February 11, 2014 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today introduced the EOS Rebel T5 DSLR Camera – the latest model in the company’s popular EOS Rebel lineup. The new camera provides entry-level photographers with an affordable way to take their imaging skills to the next level. Incorporating an 18.0 megapixel CMOS (APS-C) image sensor and a high-performance DIGIC 4 image processor, the EOS Rebel T5 camera delivers improved functionality with the speed and high quality needed to create impressive images – even in low light.
The new EOS Rebel T5 DSLR camera offers users an extensive ISO range of 100–6400 (expandable to 12800) to accommodate shooting situations from bright natural outdoor lighting to dimly lit indoor settings. The camera can also automatically lock-in on moving subjects with ease using the EOS Rebel T5 camera’s nine-point AF system (including one center cross-type AF point). With help from the AI Servo AF, users can benefit from the camera’s outstanding autofocus capabilities. The new EOS Rebel T5 camera also offers a continuous shooting mode of up-to-three frames per second (fps) to help photographers capture the action at children’s activities, sporting events and more. Images can then be easily viewed on the camera’s large three-inch LCD monitor.
“The EOS Rebel T5 camera is designed for entry-level DSLR photographers looking to expand their creative options and advance their photography skills,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. “The improved functionality of this new EOS Rebel camera will help them do just that as it intelligently guides users on how to pinpoint their perfect shot and capture high-quality images and videos worth sharing.”
Detailed, High-Quality Images
Photo enthusiasts can capture high-quality images that are true-to-life in color, sharpness and contrast with the EOS Rebel T5 camera’s 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) image sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor. Shooting is also made easy thanks to the EOS Rebel T5 camera’s Intelligent Auto mode that helps deliver expertly optimized photos and offers improved scene detection, especially useful for shooting at night.
The Canon Rebel EOS Rebel T5 camera is also compatible with the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses as well as other accessories like the new Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II. Ideal for close-up photography with EF Macro lenses, the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II supports E-TTL wireless autoflash in conjunction with one or more Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT flash units.
Full HD Video Capture
The camera’s Full HD Movie mode helps make shooting high-quality 1080p movies simple. Capable of shooting in a number of recording sizes and frame rates, the EOS Rebel T5 enables easy manual control of exposure, focus and Live View features, as well as in-camera editing.
Intuitive Design and Full Creative Control
The new EOS Rebel T5 camera offers a full creative feature set – providing a variety of effects and settings to enhance photographs and video. Whether adding contrast for a more dramatic effect or boosting exposure for additional brightness, Canon’s EOS Rebel T5 camera will guide users on how to hone their photo editing skills and view their original photographs from a new visual perspective. The camera features fun, creative filters including Toy Camera, Fisheye and Miniature Effect enabling photographers to expand their creativity.
The EOS lineup is known for its easy-to-operate, intuitive camera models that deliver high-quality images. Canon’s latest DSLR camera offers advanced imaging features such as Basic+ and Creative Auto to direct entry-level photo enthusiasts through making camera setting adjustments. The camera’s built-in Feature Guide offers short descriptions of shooting modes, setting and effects for easy operation no matter what the shooting situation. This function is designed to guide and educate first-time users on the EOS camera settings, and will also intelligently provide recommendations while shooting in certain settings.
Availability
The Canon EOS Rebel T5 Digital SLR Camera bundled with an EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens is scheduled to be available in March for an estimated retail price of $549.99.
Full Specification
| Type |
Digital, AF/AE single-lens reflex camera with built-in flash |
| Recording Media |
SD/SDHC/SDXC card, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, or via Wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card)) |
| Image Sensor Size |
Approx. 22.3mm x 14.9mm |
| Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses
(35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6x the lens focal length) |
| Lens Mount |
Canon EF mount |
| Type |
High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor |
| Pixels |
Effective pixels: Approx. 18.00 megapixels
Total pixels: Approx. 18.70 megapixels |
| Pixel Unit |
4.30 um square |
| Aspect Ratio |
3:2 (Horizontal: Vertical) |
| Color Filter System |
RGB primary color filters |
| Low-pass Filter |
Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor
Fluorine coating on the top surface. |
| Dust Deletion Feature |
Manual cleaning
Dust Delete Data acquisition and appending
The coordinates of the dust adhering to the low-pass filter are detected by a test shot and appended to subsequent images.
The dust coordinate data appended to the image is used by the provided software to automatically erase the dust spots.
Self Cleaning Sensor Unit not included. |
| Recording Format |
Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.30 |
| Image Type |
Still: JPEG, Lossless RAW (14-bit Canon original)
Video: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) |
| Simultaneous Recording |
Provided (RAW + JPEG) |
| File Size |
(1) Large: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5184 x 3456)
(2) Medium: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3456 x 2304)
(3) Small 1: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2592 x 1728)
(4) S2: Approx. 2.50 Megapixels (1920 x 1280)
(5) S3: Approx. 0.35 Megapixels (720 x 480)
(6) RAW: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5184 x 3456)
Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc. |
| File Numbering |
Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset |
| Color Space |
sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Picture Style |
Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined 1-3 |
| Recording Functions |
Images record directly to the SD card. Creating new folders and selecting folders in the card possible. |
| White Balance |
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Twilight, Sunset, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom (Custom WB) |
| Auto White Balance |
Auto white balance with the image sensor |
| Color Temperature Compensation |
White balance correction: ±9 levels
White balance bracketing: ±3 levels in single-level increments
Blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible |
| Color Temperature Information |
Provided |
| Viewfinder |
Eye-level SLR (with fixed pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage |
Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification/Angle of View |
Approx. 0.8x / 22.4° (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1 m (dpt)) |
| Viewfinder Eyepoint |
Approx. 21 mm (At -1m from the eyepiece lens center) |
| Built-in Dioptric Adjustment |
Adjustable from approx. -2.5 to +0.5 m (dpt) |
| Focusing Screen |
Fixed |
| Mirror |
Quick-return half mirror (transmittance: reflectance ratio of 40:60) |
| Viewfinder Information |
1) AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light)
2) Exposure information (Shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed, AE lock, Exposure level, exposure warning)
3) Flash information (Flash ready, flash exposure compensation, high-speed sync, FE lock, red-eye reduction light)
4) Image information (Highlight tone priority, Monochrome shooting, maximum burst, white balance correction, SD card information) |
| Depth-of-Field Preview |
No depth-of-field preview button (Enabled with C.Fn 9-4) |
| Autofocus |
Type: TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor
AF Points: 9-point AF (f/5.6 cross-type AF point at center) |
| AF Working Range |
Center AF Point: EV 0 – 18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100)
Other AF Points: EV 1 – 18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100) |
| Autofocus |
One-Shot AF
Predictive AI Servo AF
AI Focus AF (Switches between One-Shot AF and AI Servo AF automatically) |
| Manual Focus |
Manual focus (MF) |
| AF Point Selection Modes |
(1) Manual selection
(2) Auto selection |
| Selected AF Point Display |
Indicated by superimposed display in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor |
| AF-assist Beam |
1) Intermittent firing of built-in flash.
2) Effective range: Approx. 4 m/13.1 ft at center, approx. 3.5 m/11.5 ft at periphery. |
| Metering Modes |
63-zone SPC TTL metering with selectable modes
Evaluative metering (linkable to all AF point)
Partial metering (approx. 10% of viewfinder at center)
Center-weighted average metering |
| Metering Range |
EV 1.0 – EV 20.0 (at 73°F/23°C with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) |
| Exposure Control Creative Zone Modes |
(1) Program AE (program-shift possible)
(2) Shutter-priority AE
(3) Aperture-priority AE
(4) Manual exposure (including bulb)
Basic Zone modes |
| Exposure Control Basic Zone Modes |
(1) Scene Intelligent Auto (Program AE, non-shiftable)
(2) Flash Off
(3) Creative Auto
(4) Portrait
(5) Landscape
(6) Close-up
(7) Sports
(8) Night Portrait |
| Exposure Compensation |
(1) Manual: +/-5 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
(2) AEB : +/-2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments |
| AE Lock |
Auto AE Lock: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved.
Manual: By AE lock button in P, Tv and Av modes |
| Type |
Vertical-travel, mechanical, focal-plane shutter with all speeds electronically controlled. Electronic 1st curtain. Only 2nd curtain mechanically controlled. |
| Shutter Speeds |
1/4000 to 30 sec., Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.); X-sync at 1/200 sec. Settable in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments. |
| Shutter Release |
Soft-touch electromagnetic release |
| Self-Timer |
10-sec. or 2-sec. delay |
| Shutter Lag Time |
(1) During SW-1 ON, time lag between SW-2 ON and start of exposure: Approx. 0.12 sec.
(2) Time lag between simultaneous SW-1/SW-2 ON and start of exposure: Approx. 0.24 sec.
Time lag with the aperture stopped down by 3 stops or less. Excludes AF operation time. |
| Flash Type |
Auto pop-up, retractable, built-in flash in the pentamirror |
| Flash Metering |
E-TTL II autoflash (Evaluative, Average), FE lock |
| Guide No. |
Approx. 9.2/30.2 (at ISO 100 in meters/feet) |
| Recycle Time |
Approx. 2 sec. |
| Flash-ready Indicator |
Flash-ready icon lights in viewfinder |
| Flash Coverage |
Up to 17mm focal length (equivalent to approx. 28mm in 135 format) |
| Flash Exposure Compensation |
Up to +/-2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
Flash exposure compensation for built-in flash and Speedlite can be set with the camera. |
| FE Lock |
Provided |
| Remote Control |
Compatible with Remote Switch RS-60E3. There is no wireless remote control sensor. |
| External Speedlite Sync Contacts |
Accessory shoe: X-sync contact
Flash sync at 1/200 sec. or slower
No PC socket. |
| Flash Metering |
E-TTL II autoflash (evaluative flash metering and average flash metering), FE lock |
| Flash Exposure Compensation |
+/-2 stops in 1/3-stop or 1/2-stop increments |
| Menu Setting Operation |
Flash control setting possible with Speedlite 600EX-RT, 600EX, 430EX II, 320EX, 270EX II, 270EX or 90EX. |
| External Flash Function Setting |
Flash firing, ETTL II, Flash mode, wireless master, zoom, sync setting, FEB, flash exposure compensation can be set.
External flash C.Fn setting |
| Drive Modes |
(1) Single shooting
(2) Continuous shooting
(3) 10-sec. self-timer
(4) 2-sec. self-timer
(5) Continuous shooting after 10-sec. self-timer (2 to 10 shots) |
| Continuous Shooting Speed |
JPEG& RAW: Max. approx. 3.0 fps |
| Maximum Burst |
(1) JPEG: 69 shots
(2) RAW: 6 shots
(3) RAW+JPEG: 4 shots
When the image-recording quality is JPEG, continuous shooting is possible until the memory card becomes full. |
| Live View Functions |
Still photo shooting and video shooting |
| Live View Functions Focusing Auto |
Autofocus
FlexiZone-Single
Face Detection Live mode
Quick mode |
| Live View Functions Focusing Manual |
Manual Focus |
| Metering Modes |
Real-time Evaluative metering with image sensor |
| Metering Range |
EV 0 – EV 20 (At 23°C/73°F, ISO 100) |
| Grid Display |
(1) Grid 1: Pair of vertical and horizontal lines
(2) Grid 2: 5 vertical and 3 horizontal lines |
| Exposure Simulation |
Provided |
| Silent Shooting |
Not provided |
| Video Shooting |
MOV (image data: H.264; audio: Linear PCM (monaural)) |
| Video File Size |
Full HD: 1920 x 1080 (30 fps/25 fps/24 fps): 330 MB/min.
HD: 1280 x 720 (60 fps/50fps): 330 MB/min.
SD: 640 x 480 (30 fps/25fps): 82.5 MB/min. |
| Recording Size |
1920 x 1080 (Full HD), 1280 x 720 (HD), 640 x 480 (VGA) |
| Frame Rates |
1920 x 1080 (Full HD): 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p
1280 x 720 (HD): 60p (59.94) / 50p
640 x 480 (SD): 30p (29.97) / 25p |
| Continuous Shooting Time |
Approx. 29 min. 59 sec. |
| Focusing |
Autofocus: FlexiZone-Single, Quick mode, Face Detection Live mode; manual |
| Exposure Control |
(1) Program AE for movie shooting
(2) Manual Exposure
The ISO speed, aperture, and shutter speed (signal-accumulation time ranging from 1/30 sec. to 1/4000 sec.) are set manually. |
| Exposure Compensation |
+/-3 stops in 1/3-stop increments |
| LCD Monitor |
Type: TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor
Monitor Size: 3.0-inch (Screen aspect ratio of 4:3)
Dots: Approx. 460,000 dots
Coverage: Approx. 100%
Viewing Angle: 170° vertically and horizontally
Brightness Adjustment: Adjustable to one of seven brightness levels
Coating: None |
| Interface Languages |
25 (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech, Romanian, Ukraine, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean and Japanese) |
| Display Format Single |
Single image, basic information, detailed information, histogram display |
| Display Format Index |
4-image index and 9-image index. |
| Display Format Jump |
Jump display (Image jump w/ Main Dial)
1/10/100 images, shooting date, by folder, movies, stills, rating |
| Display Conditions |
Images saved in Design rule for Camera File system format. |
| Highlight Alert |
On the detailed information and histogram displays, highlight areas with no image data will blink. |
| Quick Control with Viewfinder |
Shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed, exposure compensation, AEB, flash exposure compensation, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, raise built-in flash, AF mode, drive mode, metering mode, and image-recording quality. |
| Quick Control with Live View |
AF mode, drive mode, white balance, Picture Style, Auto Lighting Optimizer, image-recording quality, ISO speed and raise built-in flash (with C.Fn). |
| Quick Control with Movie |
AF mode, white balance, Picture Style, and Auto Lighting Optimizer. |
| Quick Control During Playback |
When you press the Quick Control button during playback, you can set the functions below: Image protect, image rotate, rating, and image jump w/Main Dial.
Movies cannot be rotated. |
| Image Protect |
Erase protection can be applied/canceled for a single image, all images in a folder, or all images in the card. |
| Image Erase |
Erase single image, erase selected images, erase all images on folder, erase all images in a card, or erase only unprotected images. |
| Compatible Printers |
PictBridge-compatible printers |
| Printable Images |
JPEG images complying to Design rule for Camera File System
RAW images printable.
Movies cannot be printed. |
| Digital Print Order Format |
DPOF: Version 1.1 compatible Customization: Custom Functions 11 Custom Functions with 33 settings settable with the camera
Custom Controls: Not provided |
| My Menu Registration |
Up to six top-tier menu options and Custom Function settings can be registered. |
| USB Terminal |
Hi-Speed USB-standard mini-B terminal for personal computer communications and PictBridge. |
| HDMI mini OUT |
1) Type C (Switches automatically to suit the resolution) 2) Video output: 1. 1080/60i, 2. 1080/50i, 3. 480/60p, 4. 576/50p
Switches automatically to 1, 2, 3, or 4 to suit the TV. |
| Remote Control Terminal |
Terminalle with Remote Switch RS-60E3 |
| Eye-Fi Card |
Compatible |
| Battery |
Battery Pack LP-E10
With the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E10, AC power is possible. |
| Battery Life |
600 shots (viewfinder, no flash) |
| Battery Check |
Automatic battery level check when power is turned ON.
Battery level indicated in one of four levels on LCD monitor. |
| Power Saving |
Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15 min. |
| Date/Time Battery |
Built-in secondary battery. When fully-charged, the date/time can be maintained for about three months.
Recharge time for backup battery: Approx. 8 hours |
| Startup Time |
Approx. 0.1 sec. (Based on CIPA testing standards) |
| Working Temperature Range |
32-104°F/0-40°C |
| Working Humidity |
85% or less |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
5.1 x 3.9 x 3.07″ (129.6 x 99.7 x 77.9mm) |
| Weight |
Approx. 16.93 oz. (480g) CIPA Standard
Approx. 15.34 oz. (435g) Body only) |
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