New 15.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor for faster processing of fine detail and natural color reproduction, 14-bit A/D conversion for smooth color tones and gradations.
Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution with HDMI output for HD viewing of stills and video.
Live View Function for stills (Quick, Live and Face Detection AF modes) and video.
3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) monitor with anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coatings for improved viewing and smudge protection.
Auto Lighting Optimizer for superior highlight-shadow control.
Wide range ISO setting 100-3200 (ISO expansion: 6400, 12800).
Creative Auto goes a step beyond auto allowing control over frequently-changed settings.
Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories.
Imaging
Imaging Sensor/Effective Pixels
CMOS / 15.1 MP
Effective Sensor Size
22.3 x 14.9 mm
A/D Resolution Power
14-bit
Colour Filter Size
Primary Colors
35mm Focal Length Equivalent
1.6X
Image Recording
Medium
CF Card Types I & II(2GB or higher)
Image Size
Large / Fine
4,752 x 3,168 / Approx 15MB
Middle / Fine
3,456 x 2,304 / Approx 8MB
Small / Fine
2,352 x 1,568 / Approx 3.7MB
RAW
4,752 x 3,168 / Approx 15MB
RAW & JPEG Simultaneous Recording
Yes
Viewfinder
Coverage (vertical/horizontal)
95%
Dioptric Adjustment
-3 to +1 dpt
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
No
Autofocus
AF Points
9
Exposure Control
Shooting Modes
7 standard modes
Metering Segments
35
Metering Modes
Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Centre-weighted average
Stainless Steel and polycarbonate resin with glass fibre
Dimensions (W x D x H) mm
128.8 x 97.5 x 61.9
Weight (excl. battery in grams)
480
Eyecup Ef
Wide Strap EW-100DBIII
USB Interface Cable IFC-200U
AV Cable AVC-DC400
Battery Pack LP-E5
Battery Charger LC-E5
EOS Digital Solution Disk and Instruction Manuals
*Free Gift EOS 500D User Guide
4GB SD Card
*Valid until 30 July
2010. Subject to change thereafter without notice.
