tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81683740482093712552012-02-07T11:10:54.237ZEOS magazine newseosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comBlogger991100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-40083967031758377122012-02-07T05:00:00.005Z2012-02-07T11:10:54.245ZThree new lensesCanon has announced three new lenses. The EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM zoom is an update to the EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM, while the EF 24mm f2.8 IS USM and EF 28mm f2.8 IS USM are the world’s first (according to Canon research as of February 2012) wide-angle prime lenses to feature optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology.
EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM: an ultra-high performance standard zoom
The new EF 24-eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-76370458674145303942012-01-26T11:52:00.080Z2012-02-02T12:21:27.597ZEOS Utility now Lion compatibleUntil now, Mac users who have updated their operating system (OS) to version 10.7 (Lion) have not been able to use the most recent version of EOS Utility. That changes with the introduction of EOS Utility version 2.10.4.
EOS Utility is an application that brings together all of the functions required to communicate with the camera. Functions for downloading and displaying images, remote eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-65178934773984646232011-12-01T10:37:00.001Z2011-12-02T10:38:42.053ZBuy an EOS and get cashback on selected lensesYou can save money on a selected range of EF lenses through Canon's latest cashback scheme available to purchasers of a new Canon EOS 60D, EOS 7D or EOS 5D Mk II. Here is how it works:
1. Purchase a new Canon EOS 60D, EOS 7D or EOS 5D Mark II between 1 December 2011 and 28 February 2012 from participating retailers and recieve a cashback voucher booklet containing the claim forms and vouchers.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-84801850383818924262011-11-16T05:00:00.002Z2011-11-23T12:24:36.660ZFurther delays to Canon lensesTwo new EF lenses, expected in 2011, have been delayed. The lenses are the:
- EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM
- EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM
Canon says that revised shipping dates will be made available as soon as possible.
There is also no date for the availability of the new EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender l.4x lens.
The EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender l.4x is being developed with an integrated eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-87750819578199492962011-11-11T05:00:00.017Z2011-11-15T17:30:24.493ZCanon lenses at Calument roadshow
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eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-57002565027688971102011-11-05T17:22:00.000Z2011-11-15T17:32:33.438ZEOS 5D Mark II firmware updateFirmware for the EOS 5D Mark II has been updated to version 2.1.1. This incorporates the following fixes and improvements.
1. Fixes a phenomenon where shooting stops after capturing one image when in continuous shooting or the Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) continuous shooting setting.
2. Corrects wording in the Dutch language menu screen.
The firmware upgrade can be installed by the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-45197412296580340172011-11-04T06:00:00.010Z2011-11-04T16:10:09.895ZLaunch of Cinema EOS SystemCanon is entering the motion picture production industry with the launch of the Cinema EOS System. This new professional digital cinematography system spans the lens, digital video camcorder and digital SLR camera product categories.
The Cinema EOS System targets a new area of imaging expression for Canon. The company has already earned accolades in the entertainment industry for the EOS 5D eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-71717861469237705672011-11-03T05:00:00.005Z2011-11-16T11:09:59.531ZWinter cashbacks on EOS camerasCanon is offering a £50 cashback on the EOS 600D and £40 on the EOS 550D this winter.
The cameras must be purchased from participating retailers and etailers between Thursday 3 November 2011 and Wednesday 25 January 2012. Claims must be made by Friday 24 February 2012.
It is important to read the full Terms and Conditions, which can be downloaded at
http://www.canon.co.uk/wintercashback/
A eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-53977433451483620742011-10-18T06:00:00.005+01:002011-10-26T18:03:41.376+01:00Canon announces new pro cameraedited from Canon press release 18 October 2011
Canon has announced the arrival of the EOS-1D X – its next generation professional Digital SLR (DSLR). Offering an unparalleled combination of speed, resolution and image quality, the EOS-1D X is the ultimate camera for capturing stunning images and Full HD movies. Whether shooting in the studio, the sports field, or anywhere in between, this modeleosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-12786898474543526102011-09-20T05:00:00.016+01:002011-11-16T15:56:57.994ZPIXMA printers now support AirPrintSome models of the Canon PIXMA All-In-One inkjet printer line-up now support AirPrint – wireless printing for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. AirPrint allows users to print photos, emails, web pages, and other documents without the need to install device drivers.
AirPrint will initially be supported in three recently launched PIXMA models – the MG8250, MG6250 and MG5350. AirPrint will be supported eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-32434740069637906952011-09-15T05:00:00.046+01:002011-11-16T15:40:38.452ZUltra-large sensor tracks faint meteors and moreAn ultra-large-scale, ultra-high-sensitivity CMOS sensor developed by Canon has enabled video recording of meteors with an equivalent apparent magnitude of 10. Apparent magnitude is a measure of a star's brightness as seen by an observer on Earth. The brighter the celestial body appears, the lower the value of its apparent magnitude. The darkest star visible to the naked eye has an apparent eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-5571944487990771222011-08-01T10:41:00.003+01:002011-08-02T10:51:20.261+01:00'Captain America' shot by EOS 5D Mark IIThe feature film, "Captain America: The First Avenger", used the 5D Mark II to shoot motion sequences that were seamlessly integrated with the production's 35mm film footage.
"The challenge with a lot of action photography is getting the camera in the right position," noted Jonathan Taylor, second unit director/director of photography. "I'm always looking to get the camera into impossible to eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-5042108408873902972011-07-13T11:48:00.000+01:002011-07-27T11:49:17.775+01:00Firmware update for EOS 60DFirmware Version 1.1.0 for the EOS 60D incorporates the following fixes and improvements.
1. Fixes a phenomenon where the wireless built-in flash settings are reset to defaults when the battery is removed from the camera.
2. Fixes an intermittent phenomenon where image-rotation information is not recognized correctly when shooting with the camera in the vertical position depending on the timingeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-20423821615244228112011-06-30T12:41:00.000+01:002011-07-15T12:46:43.082+01:00Canon Pro ShowCanon’s Pro Solutions Show will be returning to the Business Design Centre in Islington, London on 25 and 26 October 2011. Aimed at video, broadcast and still imaging professionals, visitors will experience Canon’s complete workflow solution from image capture to output.
Entrance to the show will be free for all those who pre-register online.
A registration form is available at:
Canon Pro Showeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-68505845337411092502011-06-23T10:53:00.004+01:002011-06-23T10:59:39.219+01:00Canon EOS Professional AustraliaCanon Australia has just launched a website dedicated to professional photography.
"The Canon EOS Professional site will be a revelation to amateur and enthusiast photographers as well as a great resource for working professionals", said Cathy Hattersley, Brand Manager - EOS Professional, Canon Australia. "The content features the work, tips and gear used by the best in the business, so its botheosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-28820336252484953192011-06-23T08:54:00.002+01:002011-06-24T08:57:59.427+01:00Best photography brand 2011Canon has been awarded the Best Photography Brand 2011 by Which?
The Which? Awards were launched in 2007 to reward the very best businesses in the UK and publicly recognise those companies that consistently get it right for consumers.
Peter Vicary-Smith, Chief Executive of Which? said "As the cost of living increases, people want to know that they are spending their money wisely. The winnerseosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-73839399810119016502011-06-21T10:46:00.004+01:002011-06-21T11:05:48.297+01:00canon.com or .canon?New generic top-level domains (GTLD) are now possible, following approval of a plan at the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).
This might not mean much to you, but you will be familiar with top-level domains (TLD) .com, .net and .org. These help to bring order to the internet.
The new plan is to allow companies to register their names as domains. So instead of canon.comeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-87612372023471196102011-06-20T12:37:00.004+01:002012-02-02T12:25:11.159ZNew Taiwan plant for CanonCanon has begun construction of a new plant in central Taiwan to meet increasing demand for EOS cameras. The new plant is in the Taichung Export Processing Zone and will employ 3000 workers. Production is due to start next year.
It is believed that the combined investment in this new plant, along with a second plant in the Chiayi Dapumei Intelligent Industrial Park in southern Taiwan (which eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-82783188328250833632011-06-20T12:10:00.002+01:002011-07-15T12:17:10.812+01:00Firmware upgrade for EOS 500DFirmware Version 1.1.1 for the EOS 500D incorporates the following fixes.
1. Fixes incorrect indications in the Arabic and Portuguese menu screens.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-39454908593482250712011-06-20T12:08:00.006+01:002011-07-15T12:16:39.240+01:00Firmware upgrade for EOS 50DFirmware Version 1.0.8 for the EOS 50D incorporates the following improvements and fixes:
1. Improves the writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
2. Fixes incorrect indications in the Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Arabic, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai and Turkish menu screens.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-52593859836694362011-06-15T12:34:00.000+01:002011-07-15T12:36:19.242+01:00Money-off voucher and free DVDExperience Seminars has joined forces with Canon in a promotion of the EOS 1100D, 600D and 60D cameras. If you purchase any of these models before October 2011 you can receive a free Experience Seminars DVD and a substantial money-off voucher, which can be redeemed against any Experience Seminars training course until 31 October 2012.
Get a £50 seminar voucher with an EOS 1100D, a £100 seminar eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-10814178034233946032011-06-13T16:30:00.037+01:002011-06-13T16:50:15.870+01:00New EF-S 55-250mm lensCanon has updated one of its zoom lenses. The new EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II is compact and affordable, suitable for subjects from portraits and landscapes to wildlife and sports.
The lens features Canon's four-stop Image Stabilizer (IS) to counter image blur during low light and handheld shooting. It includes an Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lens element and Canon's Super Spectra Coatings to eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-35471402129929832212011-05-25T01:00:00.004+01:002011-05-25T13:59:06.442+01:00New dates for lens salesA number of new EF lenses announced at the end of last year had their launch dates delayed. Canon now expects to start sales of these lenses as follows:
EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM - late August 2011
EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM - late August 2011
EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM - late July 2011
EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM - within 2011*
EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM - within 2011*
*sales start dates will be madeeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-26955905984860733342011-05-23T09:49:00.006+01:002011-05-25T13:59:36.988+01:00Images from EOS 1Ds Mark III at Chelsea Flower ShowA first in garden design awaits visitors to this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show (24 to 28 May) with the integration of stunning, large-format printed images to create a unique urban garden at the show. The images, the work of contemporary landscape photographer, David Anthony Hall, will be incorporated into the external landscape being created by Thompson’s Galleries.
Measuring up to 3 x 1.5 eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-74094609186717037712011-05-20T11:30:00.003+01:002011-06-01T11:35:24.047+01:00Firmware update for EOS 5D Mark IIFirmware Version 2.0.9 for the EOS 5D Mark II incorporates the following improvements and fixes:
1. Improves writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon where the IS function will not work when custom function C.Fn III-2 is set to [5: IS start] and the lens attached does not have an AF stop button. This is because custom function C.Fn III-2 allows userseosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-54524911425855334672011-05-20T11:16:00.003+01:002011-06-01T11:34:22.427+01:00Firmware upgrade for EOS 1D Mark IVFirmware Version 1.1.0 for the EOS 1D Mark IV incorporates the following improvements and fixes:
1. Improves writing/reading speeds when using UDMA 7-compatible CF cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon where the ability to shoot movies may be stopped under the following conditions:
- when using high-capacity (32 GB or greater) CF cards with little available space remaining and the user attempts to eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-66345105742115501442011-05-18T10:51:00.006+01:002011-05-25T14:09:07.884+01:00Canon production back to normal by end of JuneCanon production was badly hit by the Japanese earthquake and tsunami last March, by the rolling electricity blackout which followed and by the difficulty in procuring raw materials, parts and other supplies. However, in an interview with Reuters, Fujio Mitarai, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Canon Inc., forecasts that production should return to normal by the end of June. Potential eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-65203185185481662342011-05-17T12:54:00.002+01:002011-05-25T14:09:26.748+01:00Canon is one of the top Japanese brandsCanon has moved into the top three in Interbrand’s ‘Japan’s Best Global Brands 2011’, rising from fourth place in the 2010 rankings.
The ranking, which is now in its third year, ranks brands according to financial performance and is seen as a good indication of brand strength. To qualify, each brand must originate from Japan, be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, have a good level of global eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-16917456175011748522011-05-17T12:35:00.001+01:002011-05-25T14:09:42.497+01:00Europe's most trusted camera brandCanon has been voted as the top Camera Brand in the Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brands Survey 2011, an annual pan-European survey of consumer attitudes to brand products and services.
Reader’s Digest asked its readers across 16 European countries to nominate the brand they trusted most in a range of consumer categories, including cameras. Canon came out on top in 13 of the 16 countries based oneosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-39976372318241131162011-05-17T12:33:00.003+01:002011-05-25T14:10:40.908+01:00Canon chairman is world-class executiveFujio Mitarai, Canon's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has made Barron’s annual list of the world’s 30 best chief executives for the fourth consecutive year. He has been recognised for his five-year growth plan to boost Canon’s revenue outside of Japan and invest in new business, and more recently for taking control of the company’s disaster recovery efforts following the Great East Japan eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-18879961609314705682011-05-16T10:35:00.006+01:002011-06-01T11:45:11.512+01:00Firmware version 1.0.1 for EOS 600DFirmware Version 1.0.1 for the EOS 600D incorporates the following fixes and changes:
1. Clarifies the feature guide description of the digital zoom function for movie-shooting that appears on the camera's LCD monitor;
2. Fixes a phenomenon in which, in rare cases, a computer connected to the camera with a USB cable cannot recognize the camera.
The firmware upgrade can be installed by the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-81871702432091425182011-05-01T13:00:00.003+01:002011-05-25T14:11:12.269+01:00Picture Style from TechnicolorThe Technicolor CineStyle is a Picture Style for EOS cameras. It optimizes the dynamic range in the image by leveraging the capabilities of the Canon imaging chipset. Cinematographers and their post-production partners will have greater flexibility in color grading and finishing their projects.
>>Technicolor CineStyle information and download page
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-43113840043153189182011-04-27T13:05:00.003+01:002011-05-25T14:11:33.022+01:00Canon software updatesUpdates for several Canon software applications are now available. Changes include support for the EOS Rebel 600D and 1100D. The latest versions are
Digital Photo Professional 3.10.1 for Mac and Windows
EOS Utility 2.10.1 (Mac) and EOS Utility 2.10 (Windows)
Picture Style Editor 1.9.0 for Mac and Windows
Also available is EOS Movie Plugin-E1 version 1.2 of the for Apple's Final Cut Pro foreosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-60715858605620151312011-04-26T13:15:00.007+01:002011-06-01T12:27:11.344+01:00Firmware update for EOS 7DFirmware Version 1.2.5 for the EOS 7D incorporates the following improvements and fixes:
1. Fixed a rare phenomenon in which there were cases where movie files taken could not be opened when repeatedly shooting movies with specific CF cards.
2. Fixed a rare phenomenon in which there were cases where "Err 02" appeared when repeatedly shooting still images with specific CF cards.
3. Fixed aeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-28230818279632565132011-04-02T14:14:00.004+01:002011-04-19T14:21:55.964+01:00Spring cashbackPurchase an EOS 550D between 31 March 2011 and 1 June 2011 for a cashback of £30. Claims can be made until 30 June 2011. You can read further details and download a claim form at
http://www.canon.co.uk/springcashback
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-66514274903235982272011-03-31T15:49:00.006+01:002011-06-05T16:02:09.191+01:00Free two-year warranty for EOS 1D Mark IVCanon is extending its offer of a free two-year warranty for the EOS-1D Mark IV to include cameras purchased before 30 June 2012.
This two-year warranty is a one-year extension on top of the standard Canon one-year European warranty offered on all products and it will be operating under identical terms and conditions. This gives photographers a total warranty period of two years from the date ofeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-54721688410527497682011-03-30T13:27:00.004+01:002011-06-01T12:27:43.611+01:00Firmware update for EOS 60DFirmware Version 1.0.9 for the EOS 60D incorporates the following fixes and changes.
1. Changes the name of the feature called "Art Filters" to "Creative Filters" (which is used in markets other than Japan) in the Japanese version to make the terms consistent. (This change only applies to the Japanese version and does not apply to other language versions.)
2. Fixes a phenomenon where the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-11479818494211881892011-03-13T22:00:00.006Z2011-03-13T23:46:58.239ZJapan earthquakeCanon Inc. has issued a damage report for its operations following the major earthquake. The greatest impact is on three Canon Inc. operation sites and five Canon Group companies in northern Honshu - the area hardest hit by the earthquake.
Damage was significant at the Utsunomiya Office and Fukushima Canon Inc. 15 people were injured at the Utsunomiya Office. Operations at both locations have eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-49901934850473661822011-03-10T10:24:00.000Z2011-03-15T10:26:33.817ZThunderbolt technologyIntel has introduced Thunderbolt – a technology designed to give 10Gbps transfer speed between your computer and peripheral devices. To put that in context, Thunderbolt will transfer a full-length HD movie in less than 30 seconds.
Apple has already incorporated the technology in its latest Macbook Pro computers. Now Canon has indicated that it is interested. "We are excited about Thunderbolt eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-21733785599741949952011-03-01T13:36:00.006Z2011-05-25T14:18:02.652+01:00AF points issue with eight early EF lensesWhen using any of eight zoom lenses listed below with the EOS 7D, 40D, 50D or 60D cameras, the peripheral AF points do not function as cross-type AF points, resulting in vertical and horizontal lines not being simultaneously detected. Vertical or horizontal lines can only be detected separately. This is due to the optical characteristics of the camera’s AF sensor and lens. EF35-80mm F4-5.6
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-53147667636066075192011-02-21T14:56:00.007Z2011-05-25T14:15:57.504+01:00Canon out of FocusIt has been confirmed that Canon will not be exhibiting at Focus on Imaging 2011. The exhibition runs from Sunday 6 to Wednesday 9 March at the NEC, near Birmingham.
Canon equipment will be available at retailers who are exhibiting.
This is not the first time that Canon has decided not to attend Focus on Imaging - it was absent in 2007.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-9158863782899846572011-02-07T05:00:00.009Z2011-02-20T12:58:01.768ZEOS 600D and new EF-S 18-55mm lensCanon has launched the EOS 600D – a compact, lightweight digital SLR. The camera sits at the top of Canon’s entry-level EOS line-up, above the existing EOS 550D and the new EOS 1100D.
The EOS 600D provides all the tools to capture stills and HD movies. Picture detail is provided by a high-resolution 18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor which combines with 14-bit DIGIC 4 processing to capture smooth eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-88470311211884840432011-02-07T04:50:00.004Z2011-02-20T12:59:47.449ZEOS 1100D - a first step into the world of EOSThe EOS 1100D is a digital SLR for consumers who want to make a start shooting still images and HD video. It features many technologies developed for more advanced models and functions which make it even easier to capture fantastic images straight out of the box.
Compact and lightweight, the EOS 1100D is a versatile DSLR that’s easy to carry. When a scene lends itself to video as well as stillseosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-81773111990935659522011-02-07T04:45:00.004Z2011-02-20T12:53:29.994ZSuper-telephoto 500mm and 600mm lensesCanon has launched two new super-telephoto lenses for its EOS range – the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM and the EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM.
Designed to meet the needs of the most demanding sports and wildlife photographers, both lenses offer breakthrough performance, delivering consistently high-quality images and incredible mobility. The launch of the models follows a development announcement in Augusteosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-1846016455858272112011-02-07T04:40:00.002Z2011-02-20T13:03:20.319ZSpeedlites 320EX and 270EX IICanon has announced new two new Speedlites - the 320EX and 270EX II. The Speedlite 270EX II replaces the Speedlite 270EX at the entry level of Canon’s Speedlite range, whilst the Speedlite 320EX is a compact, powerful and versatile flash for users of mid-level cameras who want to take more control over lighting.
Both Speedlites are compatible with Canon’s distance-linked E-TTL II system. They eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-92071503370817598422011-02-07T04:35:00.000Z2011-02-07T10:51:09.504ZTelephoto zoom with integrated ExtenderCanon is developing of a telephoto zoom lens featuring an integrated focal length extender – the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM EXTENDER 1.4×.
Designed for Canon’s range of EOS Digital SLR cameras, the new lens will appeal to sports and wildlife photographers, offering exceptional flexibility with a built-in 1.4× extender that creates an increased focal length range of 280-560mm.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-53312077478318533562011-02-07T04:30:00.001Z2011-02-07T10:54:34.805Z60 millionth EF lensAnother EOS milestone has been reached with the production of the 60 millionth EF lens, 24 years after the first EF lens was introduced.
This significant landmark was achieved on 11 January 2011 during the production run of an EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM, just thirteen months after the production of the company’s 50 millionth EF lens.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-76453586299316990712010-12-16T00:00:00.005Z2011-06-01T12:28:03.139+01:00Firmware update for EOS 60DFirmware version 1.0.8 fixes a phenomenon in which captured images may become overexposed when using the camera's built-in flash or an external Speedlite in combination with the following lenses:
- EF 300mm f4L IS USM
- EF 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM
- EF 75-300mm f4-5.6 IS USM
- EF 100-400 f4.5-5.6L IS USM
The firmware upgrade can be installed by the user. Full instructions and downloads are eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-79407050922756756892010-11-25T11:50:00.007Z2011-06-01T12:28:33.880+01:00Firmware updates for EOS 7D and 550DFirmware version 1.2.3 for the EOS 7D incorporates the following fixes.
1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the settings of the Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 revert to the default settings when both the camera and the ST-E2 are set to auto power off.
2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the Macro Ring Lites (MR-14EX, MT24-EX) and slave flashes do not sync while shooting wirelessly.
Firmware eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-47309095225842063032010-11-10T01:00:00.001Z2010-12-05T12:14:54.607ZApple Digital Camera RAW updateThe EOS 60D is now supported in Aperture 3, iPhoto '09 and iPhoto '11 by Apple Digital Camera RAW update 3.4. You can download the update at:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1072
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-5375387807005236302010-11-04T00:00:00.000Z2010-11-04T14:31:48.185ZThree Canon cashbacks for ChristmasSavings on selected EF lenses
When purchasing either an EOS 5D Mark II or EOS 7D customers will receive a voucher booklet in-box which will allow them to claim cashback on purchases of selected lenses (up to a maximum of four claims per person) within three months of their initial camera purchase. The selected lenses and cashbacks are:
EF 50mm f/1.4 USM £25 / €30
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-81907353020616176332010-11-01T04:00:00.001Z2010-11-01T10:19:42.190ZIntroduction of lenses delayedCanon has delayed the introduction of the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM, EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM and EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM.
These lenses were announced on 26 August 2010 and originally scheduled for introduction in January 2011. However, due to some adjustments in the manufacturing process the lenses are now scheduled for release in March 2011.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-68939604091872328772010-10-25T00:00:00.004+01:002010-10-27T12:56:38.456+01:00Calumet roadshows and seminarsCalumet is running a series of one-day in-store trade shows in four key cities in the run-up to Christmas – and the UK’s leading professional photographic retailer will include Northern Ireland on the tour schedule for the first time:
Belfast – 24 November 2010
Birmingham – 11 November 2010
London (Drummond Street, Euston) – 30 November 2010
Manchester – 8 December 2010
The events will run from eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-74475995499702646402010-10-25T00:00:00.001+01:002010-10-27T12:52:28.997+01:00Lightroom 3.3 and Camera Raw 6.3Lightroom 3.3 and Camera Raw 6.3 are now available as Release Candidates. The ‘release candidate’ label indicates that this update is well tested, but would benefit from additional community testing before it is distributed automatically to customers. The final releases of Lightroom 3.3 and Camera Raw 6.3 may have additional corrections or camera support.
This release also introduces the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-71568504343506724442010-10-22T00:00:00.002+01:002010-11-04T14:42:14.980ZPrint the scent of your subjectNew Scientist reports that a team at a University in Tokyo has adapted a Canon inkjet printer to eject scent droplets. This means that one day you might be able to print appropriate scents along with the inks that make up your image. Output a picture of a flower and the print might come up smelling of roses.
The next step is to work out a way of ejecting scent at the same time as the image is eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-85533688362357537062010-10-19T00:00:00.003+01:002011-06-01T12:28:58.105+01:00EOS 5D Mark II firmware version 2.0.8Firmware update 2.0.8 for the EOS 5D Mark II incorporates the following changes and fixes:
1. fixes a phenomenon in which movies are not taken at the shooting mode registered in the user's settings if a shooting mode aperture-priority or shutter-priority is registered in any of the camera's user settings (C1, C2, C3) and the user attempts to shoot a movie;
2. fixes a phenomenon in which the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-16868631032115798072010-10-14T22:28:00.007+01:002010-10-27T11:34:07.033+01:00Digital Photo Professional upgrade
Version 3.9.2 of Canon Digital Photo Professional software is now available. Changes over the previous version include:* added camera support for EOS 60D, PowerShot G12, PowerShot S95, PowerShot G9;* unsharp mask function added;* improved Image classification functions (check-mark function expanded and new rating function added); * changes made to the screen layout accompanied by an improvement eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-12366972487411504952010-10-14T00:00:00.001+01:002010-10-27T12:27:59.388+01:00Sample video for EF 8-15mm f4L Fisheye USM lensCanon has uploaded a short movie to demonstrate the capabilities of their new EF 8-15mm lens. There is also a ‘making of…’ movie that includes views of a miniature remote controlled helicopter used for some of the aerial shots. See both movies at:
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/ef/samples/ef8-15_f4l_f_usm/
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-76791554657672489472010-10-13T00:00:00.003+01:002011-06-01T12:29:16.344+01:00EOS 1000D firmware version 1.0.7The latest firmware update for the EOS 1000D fixes a rare phenomenon in which ‘Cannot create folder’ is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor, after which shooting is no longer possible with the SD card in your camera.
The firmware upgrade can be installed by the user. Full instructions and downloads are available at the
>>Canon Download Centre
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-49175591466532829942010-10-05T00:00:00.006+01:002010-10-27T12:25:26.293+01:00Easy-PhotoPrint for iPhone, iTouch and iPadCanon Easy-PhotoPrint (Canon iEPP) is a free app that enables you to print photos from an Apple iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on a compatible PIXMA printer via a local wireless network (Wi-Fi).
Compatible printers are the PIXMA MP560, MP640, MP990, MX340, MX350 and MX870.
For more information, find the app in the Apple iTunes Store.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-43319680456416702332010-10-01T00:00:00.002+01:002010-10-27T12:57:59.012+01:00Cash discount on Canon large format printersSample Print, the all-Canon online sample print service is offering discount vouchers of up to £100 to customers for Canon large format printers. When a customer requests a sample they are offered a voucher request option. The promotion is only available from the Sample Print website at
http://www.sampleprint.co.uk
and is redeemable via Canon accredited reseller partners. The promotion runs eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-70260339239341316482010-08-31T00:00:00.007+01:002010-10-27T12:52:46.987+01:00Lightroom 3.2 and Camera RAW 6.2Lightroom 3.2 and Camera Raw 6.2 are available as final releases. The updates include bug fixes, new camera support (including the EOS 60D) and new features for Lightroom.
The updates can be downloaded at:
http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates/
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-2223675137281946072010-08-31T00:00:00.001+01:002010-10-27T12:49:01.090+01:00Canon develops the world's largest CMOS image sensorCanon has developed the world's largest CMOS image sensor, with a chip size measuring 202 x 205 mm. Because its expanded size enables greater light-gathering capability, the sensor is capable of capturing images in one one-hundredth the amount of light required by a professional-model digital SLR camera.
At 202 x 205 mm, the sensor is among the largest chips that can be produced from a 12-inch eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-40884162224954794542010-08-26T05:05:00.007+01:002010-10-27T11:31:06.144+01:00EOS 60D plus six new lensesCanon has announced a range of new EOS products for autumn 2010.
The latest EOS camera is the 60D, which replaces the 50D. The new camera is the first EOS with a vari-angle LCD monitor. You can fold the screen out and adjust it for viewing from above and below, to the side and at the back of the camera. This is especially useful with Live View shooting, but makes it easier to see menus and eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-86542036205634157402010-08-26T05:00:00.012+01:002010-10-27T11:33:36.046+01:00EOS MOVIE plug-in update for Final Cut ProCanon has announced a new plug-in for quicker and easier editing of EOS MOVIE footage in Apple’s software suite, Final Cut Pro. The update will be available to download for free from mid-September.
EOS Movie Plug-in-E1 for Final Cut Pro version 1.1 will add to the recently released Plug-in-E1 by providing support for the Canon EOS 60D, the latest addition to the EOS range. The plug-in will eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-91680507725661190822010-08-24T05:00:00.033+01:002010-10-27T11:31:55.614+01:00Canon develops high-resolution APS-H sensorCanon has successfully developed an APS-H-size CMOS image sensor that delivers an image resolution of approximately 120 megapixels (13,280 x 9,184 pixels), the world's highest level of resolution for its size (as of 20 August 2010, based on Canon study). The imaging area of the sensor measures approx. 29.2 x 20.2mm. Compared with Canon's highest-resolution commercial CMOS sensor of the same eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-18755733877476890772010-08-17T00:00:00.000+01:002010-10-27T12:47:57.462+01:00EOS 7D Studio VersionCanon USA has launched a studio version of the EOS 7D. It features a Canon Barcode Solution that writes customer information to the image file metadata so that the data can be maintained throughout the entire workflow process – ideal for school photographers, forensic and medical photo workflows.
The EOS 7D Studio Version allows administrators to disable unwanted features and settings. The eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-60365462733386232402010-08-16T12:00:00.008+01:002010-10-27T11:36:25.316+01:00Trio of EISA awards for CanonCanon has been given three awards by the European Imaging and Sounds Association (EISA). The EISA awards are voted by an expert panel, comprising editors from more than 50 prominent magazines across 20 countries. The awards recognise the products that combine the most advanced technology, features and design with genuine values.
European Camera 2010-2011: EOS 550D
The EISA judging panel said: eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-9997200798048262722010-08-12T00:00:00.001+01:002010-10-27T12:43:01.138+01:00Canon patents wireless control flashWireless controlled flash is not new – the current Speedlite system uses a system based on infrared and visible light pulses. However, a new patent suggests that Canon is looking at remote operation using WiFi control. A receiver/transmitter in the camera and the Speedlite promises a lot more options for flash photography.
There is no information on if or when the system will see the light of eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-11685851933812677452010-05-25T10:34:00.004+01:002011-06-01T11:52:58.917+01:00Firmware update 2.0.7 for EOS 5D Mark IIFirmware update version 2.0.7 for the EOS 5D Mark II incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the aperture exhibits abnormal movement when shooting movies in manual exposure mode and aperture-priority AE (Av mode) using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the exposure level shown in the LCD panel differs from what is eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-313718151119843032010-05-13T11:24:00.004+01:002010-10-27T11:58:20.137+01:0040 million EOS camerasThe combined production of the EOS-series film and digital cameras has passed the 40-million mark.
Production of the EOS SLR camera first began in 1987. In 1997 production reached 10 million units and in 2003 passed the 20 million mark. After the rapid spread of digital SLR cameras, Canon went on to reach the 30 million mark during the 20-year anniversary in December 2007, followed by the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-18667156236550183362010-05-11T10:25:00.004+01:002010-10-27T12:01:35.657+01:00World's largest digital image from EOS 7D4250 individual images shot with an EOS 7D have been stitched together to create the world's largest digital image so far. All the JPG images were captured on a single 32GB CompactFlash card, taking up 27.5GB. The size of the final panorama - a view of the city of Dubai - is 44.88 gigapixels.
http://www.gigapan.org/gigapans/48492/
The EOS 7D was mounted on a GigaPan Epic Pro. "Simply attach youreosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-74905218462253579812010-04-30T12:37:00.001+01:002010-10-27T12:02:23.792+01:00TIPA awards 2010The best imaging products of 2010 were voted on at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) General Assembly held from 8 to 10 April 2010 in New York. The judges were editors of the 28 member photo magazines from nine European countries plus Canada, South Africa and the United States.
Canon received the following awards:
Best DSLR Advanced - EOS 550D
Best DSLR Expert - EOS 7D
Best Large eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-30458771070324700312010-04-15T11:34:00.018+01:002011-06-01T12:30:32.286+01:00Firmware update for EOS 7DFirmware Version 1.2.1 for the EOS 7D incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
* Extends the timing at which the high temperature warning indicator is displayed and the timing of automatic shut down of the camera due to a rise in internal temperature during Live View or EOS Movie functions.
* Optimizes program shift when the ISO setting of the camera is set to AUTO.
* Corrects a eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-28405221826540270132010-04-07T17:45:00.033+01:002010-10-27T12:03:21.711+01:00New Canon Professional Services schemeCanon has launched its new, enhanced after-sales support scheme for professional photographers and videographers, the Canon Professional Services (CPS) programme.
The CPS scheme offers professional users of Canon products exclusive, free access to a range of benefits, from CPS support teams at many international and local events, to a priority repair service and direct support from Canon eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-8176285808794520592010-03-31T00:00:00.000+01:002010-10-27T12:31:15.674+01:00Canon RAW Codec version 1.7Canon RAW Codec is a software plug-in that enables the import and display of Canon RAW image files when installed in Windows Vista (including SP1)/Windows XP SP2 and XP SP3. Windows Imaging Component (WIC) supported applications (Microsoft Windows Live Photo Gallery etc.) are required.
Version 1.7 adds support for the EOS 1D Mark IV and 550D. Windows 7 32-bit version is now supported. 64-bit eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-83789532846236831192010-03-19T10:41:00.006Z2011-06-01T12:29:42.275+01:00EOS 5D Mark II firmware update back on trackCanon has responded quickly to the problems with firmware version 2.0.3 for the EOS 5D Mark II (see news story 18 March 2010). It has now introduced version 2.0.4 with the following message:
We apologize sincerely for the inconvenience caused to our customers by suspending the availability of the Version 2.0.3 firmware.
We are now introducing the Version 2.0.4 firmware. This firmware eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-56901155782434935992010-03-18T10:40:00.001Z2010-10-27T12:05:03.927+01:00Malfunction in EOS 5D Mark II firmware updateThe EOS 5D Mark II firmware update version 2.0.3 released a couple of days ago (see news item on 16 March 2010) has a malfunction and has been withdrawn. Here is the message on Canon's firmware page:
Recently we have discovered a malfunction that occurs with Firmware Version 2.0.3, in which the manual recording levels for C1/C2/C3 are changed and the camera becomes unable to record audio if eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-73005296434218955712010-03-16T08:46:00.006Z2011-06-01T12:30:59.355+01:00Firmware update 2.0.3 for EOS 5D Mark II now availableFirmware Version 2.0.3 for the EOS 5D Mark II incorporates five enhancements to the movie function and a fix to the manual sensor cleaning function
1. Adds or changes the following movie frame rates.
NTSC:
* 1920×1080 : 30 fps (changed - actual 29.97 fps)
* 1920×1080 : 24 fps (added - actual 23.976 fps)
* 640×480 : 30 fps (changed - actual 29.97 fps)
PAL:
* 1920×1080 : 25 fps (added - actual eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-86734087084607481492010-03-02T11:20:00.031Z2011-06-01T12:31:19.929+01:00EOS 5D Mark II firmware upgrade 2.0.3Canon will soon be releasing a firmware update for the EOS 5D Mark II. Originally announced in late 2009, the update adds 24 and 25 frames per second (fps) recording to the camera’s movie function.
Developed following feedback from photographers and cinematographers, Firmware 2.0.3 enhances the EOS 5D Mark II’s video performance. The addition of new frame rates expands the camera’s potential, eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-24720837387671448492010-03-01T12:12:00.002Z2010-10-27T12:09:31.011+01:00Consumers in 14 out of 16 European countries vote Canon ‘most trusted’Canon has been voted as Europe's top camera brand for the tenth consecutive year in the Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brands Survey 2010, an annual pan-European survey of consumer attitudes to brand products and services.
Reader’s Digest asked its readers in 14 languages across 16 European countries to nominate the brand they trusted most in a range of consumer categories, including cameras. eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-1185150065526577272010-02-08T15:18:00.074Z2010-10-27T12:10:04.139+01:00Canon announces EOS 550DCanon has a new addition to its expanding EOS range of digital SLR cameras – the EOS 550D.
Features at a glance
18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800)
Continuous shooting at 3.7fps
Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates
7.7cm (3. inch) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots
iFCL metering System with 63-zone eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-60166361975771715762010-02-08T14:00:00.008Z2010-10-27T12:19:24.495+01:00EOS MOVIE plug-in for Final Cut ProCanon has announced the development of a plug-in that will enable quicker and easier editing of EOS MOVIE footage in Final Cut Pro. A free Beta release of the plug-in will be available to download for testing and evaluation in March 2010.
‘EOS MOVIE Plug-in-E1 for Final Cut Pro’ is being developed to provide an even smoother workflow for EOS MOVIE users who edit using Apple’s Final Cut Pro eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-88070071207148650922010-01-29T17:01:00.003Z2010-10-27T12:11:35.238+01:0050 million EF lensesCanon is celebrating the production of its 50 millionth EF lens. This landmark was achieved during the manufacture of the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM. Ten million EF lenses have been produced in the last two years.
The story began in 1987 with the birth of the EOS camera system and has since seen many groundbreaking advances in technology:
* 1987 saw the first lens with an ultrasonic motor –eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-29874279593629607742010-01-28T17:12:00.005Z2011-06-01T11:58:51.601+01:00EOS 1D Mark IV firmware updateA firmware update has been announced for the EOS 1D Mark IV. Version 1.0.6 improves the autofocus tracking performance for subjects moving towards or away from the camera at low speeds.
The firmware upgrade can be installed by the user. Full instructions and downloads are available at the
>>Canon Download Centre
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-79743797860893865552010-01-05T14:00:00.025Z2010-10-27T12:12:42.010+01:00EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM announcedThis new lens is the successor to the popular EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM, offering improved performance in every area. As well as a revamp of the internal optical system, the lens has also been structurally re-developed as a direct result of user feedback, making it as robust and reliable as it is optically advanced. more>>
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-79700473045591738772009-10-20T17:57:00.012+01:002010-10-27T12:13:17.851+01:00WFT-E2 II and WFT-E4 II announcedCanon has announced the launch of two new Wireless File Transmitters to improve workflow efficiency and place greater control and flexibility in the hands of professional photographers using both wired and wireless networks.
The WFT-E2 II, designed for the newly-launched EOS 1D Mark IV (firmware updates will provide compatibility for the EOS-1D Mark III and EOS-1Ds Mark III) and the WFT-E4 II, eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-31778362784650941592009-10-20T17:44:00.017+01:002010-10-27T12:13:34.874+01:00EOS 1D Mark IV launchedCanon has announced the launch of the EOS 1D Mark IV – a high-speed, professional digital SLR (DSLR) camera designed to empower photographers to capture split-second moments in high resolution, under the most challenging of conditions.
Ideal for shooting action, sports, news events and wildlife photography, the Canon EOS 1D Mark IV delivers speed, power and high-resolution images, creating the eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-16609023165098819982009-10-20T14:05:00.004+01:002010-10-27T12:14:04.127+01:00EOS 5D Mark II firmware developmentCanon is developing a firmware update for the EOS 5D Mark II to enable the recording of high definition 1080p video at 24 and 25fps. The decision to develop new firmware to support these features has been taken following feedback received from cinematographers and photographers.
Introduced in September 2008, the multi award-winning EOS 5D Mark II was the first DSLR product to offer full frame eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-84070115461562411812009-09-01T18:05:00.028+01:002010-10-27T12:14:51.695+01:00Canon introduces EOS 7D and three new lensesCanon has unveiled the EOS 7D digital SLR camera – a completely new design to meet the specific demands of photographers. During extensive development Canon went back to the drawing board, listening to photographers worldwide in order to design the EOS 7D to meet their specific needs.
Commenting on the creation of the EOS 7D, Mr Uchidoi, Group Executive of Photo Products Group, Canon Inc. Japan eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-71990494639936266832009-07-22T18:17:00.005+01:002010-10-27T12:15:49.246+01:00Canon Hybrid Image StabiliserCanon is developing a Hybrid Image Stabiliser (IS) – the world’s first optical Image Stabiliser which compensates for both angular camera shake and shift camera shake. The technology will be incorporated in an EOS camera lens planned for commercial release before the end of 2009. More >>
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-13202675769833659272009-03-25T18:30:00.005Z2010-10-27T12:16:32.725+01:00Speedlite 270EX added to flash rangeCanon has introduced the entry level Speedlite 270EX, an enhanced flash designed for EOS and PowerShot users. Replacing the popular Speedlite 220EX, the Speedlite 270EX is aimed at photographers wanting to expand their flash photography beyond the built-in flash and those who want a small, pocketable flash unit to complement their EOS-1D or EOS 5D series cameras. More >>
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-82389532037918386072009-02-18T18:45:00.003Z2010-10-27T12:16:50.297+01:00New polarising filtersCanon has introduced a new range of versatile, multifunctional PL-C B polarizing filters to help reduce reflections from glass or water or darken blue skies.
The PL-C B filters, which are available in 52mm, 58mm, 67mm, 72mm, 77mm and 82mm filter thread sizes, also allow the lens cap to be attached to the lens to prevent damage to the filter if left attached when not in use.
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-90032535068906322032009-02-18T18:43:00.005Z2010-10-27T12:17:15.377+01:00Canon strengthens tilt-and-shift lens rangeCanon has launched two new tilt-and-shift lenses, the ultra-wide angle TS-E 17mm f4L and the TS-E 24mm f3.5L II, an upgrade to the TS-E 24mm f/3.5L.
At 17mm, the TS-E 17mm f4L has the widest view angle of any tilt-and-shift lens currently available and offers outstanding image quality across the whole frame. It is an ideal choice for architectural or landscape photography.
Building on the successeosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-3499633450759451522009-02-18T18:37:00.010Z2010-10-27T12:19:05.156+01:00EOS 500D brings movie mode to consumer cameraFollowing the launch of the first EOS camera to shoot movies – the EOS 5D Mark II in September 2008 – Canon now brings Full High Definition (HD) video capability to consumers in a compact and lightweight DSLR.
The new EOS 500D features a 15.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor – ideal for large detailed prints or enormous cropping possibilities. For shooting in near-dark conditions, the EOS 500D offerseosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-19834981274489055962009-02-02T18:48:00.002Z2010-10-27T12:20:18.956+01:00Canon launches EOS professional networkCanon has launched the EOS Professional Network (EPN) across the UK & Ireland. The Network will consist of EOS Professional Centres and EOS Professional Stockists. The EPN has been developed to provide the very best retail experience within the professional imaging market, and capitalise on Canon’s unique position to be able to supply a complete input and output digital workflow solution. More >>eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-59628014269705042912009-01-06T18:50:00.003Z2010-10-27T12:20:38.809+01:00Canon celebrates 50 years of SLR camerasCanon celebrates a milestone with the 50th anniversary of Canon single-lens reflex cameras.
Canon has been building and selling SLR cameras since the launch of the Canon Flex in May 1959. Today, Canon SLR cameras have been accepted as the benchmark standard for amateur and professional photography and, to date, over 50 million Canon SLRs have been sold worldwide. More >>
eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-16884748342045344092008-09-17T18:55:00.002+01:002010-10-27T12:21:06.043+01:00EOS 5D Mark II and EF 24mm f1.4L II USM lensCompact, lightweight and with environmental protection, EOS 5D successor boasts a newly designed Canon CMOS sensor, with ISO sensitivity up to 25,600 for shooting in near dark conditions. The new DIGIC 4 processor combines with the improved CMOS sensor to deliver medium format territory image quality at 3.9 frames per second, for up to 310 frames.
Triggered from Live View Mode, HD video capture eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8168374048209371255.post-30856878383462416002008-08-26T18:58:00.005+01:002010-10-27T12:21:48.571+01:00EOS 50D and EF-S 18-200mm lensJust 12 months after the EOS 40D, Canon has launched the EOS 50D.
There is a 50% increase in resolution, from 10.1 to 15.10 megapixels. The maximum burst in continuous shooting has increased from 75 to 90 JPEGS. The maximum ISO setting is now 12800, rather than 3200.New features include a HDMI connection for high quality viewing and playback on high definition televisions, plus Face Detection eosmagazinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15030662694192379602noreply@blogger.com