The new Canon EOS 50D with 15.1 mexapixel CMOS Sensor (1.6x), plus redesigned photo diodes and microlenses, extend the light gathering capabilities of the sensor - allowing more pixels to be fitted on the Canon 50D CMOS sensor without compromising image quality.
The Canon EOS 50D has the latest DIGIC 4 image processor, it delivers unparalleled speed and resolution at a price point that is unique in today’s market. The Canon 50D also has a newly designed CMOS sensor that delivers ultra-detailed, low-noise images - ideal for large-scale reproduction or creative cropping.
These changes ensure improved high ISO performance and low noise. High-speed, low light shooting is enabled by ISO levels of 3200, expandable to an ultra-sensitive 12800. The Cleaning System which has been integrated in the Canon EOS 50D - including the improved Self Cleaning Sensor Unit with a new fluorine coating - increases protection of image quality by helping to reduce, repel and remove unwanted dust from the sensor. Stubborn particles can be removed automatically in post-production with Dust Delete Data and Digital Photo Professional software.
The Canon 50D DIGIC 4 processor is fast enough to allow up to 6.3fps continuous shooting, in bursts of up to 90 JPEGs with a UDMA card. When using the Canon EOS 50D with Canon’s wide area AF system, which locks onto subjects with 9 individual cross type sensors, stunning action sequences can be captured - even in low-light conditions. This makes the Canon 50D particularly suited to sports and wildlife shooting. DIGIC 4 works with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradation and natural-looking colours - as well as ensuring ultra-fast startup times and near-instant image review after shooting.
The Canon EOS 50D features a new 3.0” Clear View VGA LCD, providing extra-large and wide angle-of-view image review, with plenty of clarity for accurate focus checks in playback. By switching to Live View mode - which displays a real-time image on the Canon 50D LCD - photographers can enjoy simplified shooting from awkward angles, or connect to a PC for remote shooting. Live Mode on the Canon 50D now offers three ways to auto focus: Quick AF, Live AF, and new Face Detection Live AF, which optimizes focus based on faces detected in the frame - for fast, spontaneous portraiture.
Canon EOS 50D details:
DiG!C 4 Image Processor
Live View Shooting (with NEW Live Face Detection AF)
Advanced ISO Capabilities (100-H2:12800)
NEW Auto Creative Mode
6.3fps (60 shot max burst: JPEG)
9-point AF (all cross-type)
3.0” LCD monitor (920,000 dots)
HDMI Output in Full High Definition
EOS Integrated Cleaning System
This product was added to our catalog on Monday 26 January, 2009.
