Canon redefines the future of photography:
21.1 MP EOS 5D Mark II offers Full HD video capture
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 17 September 2008: Canon announces the full frame, 21.1 Megapixel EOS 5D Mark II: the first EOS with full High Definition video capability.
Compact, lightweight 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 allows users to shoot uninterrupted at full 1080 resolution at 30fps – for amazing quality footage with outstanding levels of detail and realism.
The integration of HD movie capability into a high-end 21.1 Megapixel camera opens a multitude of new possibilities for photojournalists and news photographers. With its full frame CMOS sensor and outstanding ISO performance, the EOS 5D Mark II will appeal to any photographer in search of the finest camera equipment available – from studio and wedding to nature and travel photographers. Read the rest of this entry »
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 17 September, 2008: Canon today strengthens its line-up of EF-series lenses with the introduction of a new fast aperture prime lens: the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM. Replacing the EF 24mm f/1.4L USM, the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM has been completely redesigned to provide an exacting partner lens to Canon’s new EOS digital SLRs, the EOS 50D and EOS 5D Mark II.
The EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM offers:
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Aspherical and UD lens elements for correction of chromatic aberration
- Sub Wavelength structure Coating (SWC) to dramatically reduce ghosting and flare
- Circular aperture for pleasing bokeh
- USM for full-time manual focus
- Lead-free glass (RoHS compliance)
- Lens hood and pouch supplied
Superior image performance
Featuring a 13-element, 10-group lens, the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM is designed to achieve the highest standards of image quality. Two high-precision GMo aspheric lenses are employed to correct various forms of aberration such as curvature of field and distortion, with a floating mechanism ensuring crisp corner-to-corner detail throughout the focal range. In addition, two UD lenses reduce the chromatic aberration common in wide-angle lenses.
A fast, ultra-large maximum aperture of f/1.4 delivers excellent low-light performance, with the circular aperture offering the potential for creative out-of-focus highlights. A focal length of 24mm and a USM focus motor providing full-time manual focus also make the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM ideal for situations where a wide-angle, high-performance lens is required. Read the rest of this entry »
Canon has announced firmware update v1.0.6 for the EOS 1Ds Mark III. The update corrects color casts and vertical lines visible on some images as well as making some improvements on the camera’s CF card compatibility.
Download the update from Canon USA
Canon Japan has released firmware version 1.1.3 for the EOS-1D Mark III. This update increases the read / write speed when using high speed SD cards, improves auto focus tracking and corrects some bugs with the shutter release and menu languages.
For more information and details on this update, as well as Firmware Update Procedures for upgrading your EOS 1D Mark III firmware to V 1.1.3 visit Canon Japan’s firmware update page.
Firmware specification changes
This firmware update (Version 1.1.3) incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
- Increases transmission speed when using high-speed SD cards.
- Fixes a phenomenon involving not being able to release the shutter.
- Improves AF tracking in specific conditions.
- Corrects errors in the Spanish and Korean menu screens.
A new firmware Version 1.0.5 has been announced for its recently released EOS-40D. It improves on some of the image display settings and corrects some various bugs.
For more information and details on this update, as well as Firmware Update Procedures for upgrading your EOS 40D firmware to V 1.0.5 visit Canon Japan.
Firmware specification changes
This firmware update (Version 1.0.5) incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
- When playing back images just after recovering from Auto Power Off, the display now shows the last image played back.
- During remote shooting, images are now displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor right after they are taken.
- Corrects a warning message in Korean that appears when updating the firmware.
- Corrects errors in the Spanish menu screens.
- Corrects a phenomenon that prevented printing with some print systems.
- Corrects a rare phenomenon in which file numbers or image numbers were sometimes skipped.
The Version 1.0.5 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.4. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.0.5, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
Canon’s statement:
Title: Why do I experience inconsistent Auto Focus (AF) behaviour with my EOS-1D Mark III?
Phenomenon:
The focus or AF tracking is inconsistent when using the Artificial Intelligent (AI) servo continuous shooting mode under high temperatures in particular.
Cause:
In the digital SLR camera, EOS-1D Mark III that was launched in May this year, Canon has found that some cameras have an adjustment problem with the mirror for AF. The adjustment problem means for the affected products that the focus is not stable or that the Auto Focus tracking is not right when using the AI servo continuous shooting under high temperatures in particular.
Affected products:
The products that could have this problem can be identified as explained below.
If the serial number on the bottom of the camera is between 501001 and 546561, it could contain one of the AF mirrors with the adjustment problem.
Support:
For customers who have affected products and are experiencing these problems, we are making preparations to offer free of charge repairs planned to start from late November. We will announce additional details about the repair process on our Web site as soon as they become available.
In case you have questions about this or other issues, please contact Technical Support using the button at the end of this message. Alternatively you can also call our Helpdesk. Please click here for the phone number.
We offer our most sincere apologies to all affected customers who have been inconvenienced by this issue.
Canon have taken three awards away from EISA this year with three of their 2007 releases. All three were much anticipated products and the awards have gone to show they are the real deal. More information can be found on the EISA Awards website.
Canon’s Press Release:
TOKYO, August 30, 2007—The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), Europe’s premier consumer technology awards association, recognized two Canon digital cameras and a Canon SLR camera lens with prestigious “Best Product” awards. The Canon EOS-1D Mark III was named European Professional Camera 2007-2008; the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens was voted European Professional Lens 2007-2008; and the Canon PowerShot G7 was awarded the title of European Advanced Compact Camera 2007-2008.
Canon EOS-1D Mark III: European Professional Camera 2007-2008
The EISA Photo Panel lavished praise on the EOS-1D Mark III, calling it “the ultimate camera for press, sport and wildlife photography.” The camera is equipped with a 10.1-megapixel APS-H size CMOS sensor and features a fast continuous shooting speed of 10 frames per second. The EISA judges concluded: “For speed, flexibility and build quality there is no DSLR to compete with Canon’s EOS-1D Mark III.”
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens: European Professional Lens 2007-2008
The lightweight, compact EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM L-series telephoto zoom lens incorporates an Image Stabilizer that compensates for the equivalent of up to four shutter speeds. Complimenting its weather- and dust-proof construction, the EISA Photo Panel said the lens “goes far beyond the capabilities of other telephoto zoom lenses.”
Canon PowerShot G7: European Advanced Compact Camera 2007-2008
The PowerShot G7 delivers 10.0-megapixel resolution and features a 6X optical zoom lens equipped with an optical image-stabilizing technology. The EISA judges noted the camera’s “remarkably low” level of image noise even up to ISO 400, calling the G7 a “great camera for demanding photographers who prefer a more portable alternative to an SLR.”
The EISA Awards are chosen annually by panels representing nearly 50 prominent photo, video, audio, home theater and mobile electronics magazines from almost 20 European countries, recognizing new products that combine the most advanced technology, the most desirable features, the ultimate expression of design, the most satisfying ergonomics and the greatest value for money.
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