Canon have released details about their new DSLR, updating the popular xxxD line-up. The headlines are:
- 18Mp
- Full 1080p HD recording
- iFCL metering (first seen in 7D)
- 3.7fps shooting
Full details can be found here, with the UK site update here.
Available to pre-order in the UK via Amazon (for Feb 28th release):
Helps set expectations high for any upcoming 60D, if there's still room in the lineup between the 550D and the 7D...
After much rumour and anticipation, it's great to see that Canon have launched a new version of their L-series workhorse - the 70-200 f/2.8 L IS USM II. Although the current version is considered an excellent, versatile lens, Canon have raised the bar further.
The revised features include:
- Faster autofocus algorithm
- Minimum focus distance reduced to 1.2m
- Four-stops of IS (image stabilisation)
- A flourite element and 5 UD elements to minimise CA
- Added strength (with only a 20g increase in weight)
- A slightly redeisgned bayonet mount for securing the supplied lens hood
- A wider focussing ring
I currently have the lowest-spec version of the 4 L-series 70-200 lenses (the F/4 non IS version), so I'd love to upgrade one day.
Apparently available in the US from April, in the UK, I'd expect it to retail initially at around £1700, but soon setlle around the £1500 mark. ***UPDATE: 5th Jan - Warehouse Express have it as a pre-order for £2799 !!! And so do Park Cameras***
Press release available here.
Well, after months, if not years, of speculation, Canon have announced the 7D.
I'll update this post with more information and links, as and when they become available.
Specifications
Here are the specifications:
- 18Mp APS-C (1.6 Crop)
- 8 frames per second
- A new auto-focus system, including 19 cross-type sensors
- ISO 100-6400, expandable to 12800
- 100% viewfinder coverage, with horizon assist
- Dual Digic IV processors
- Full HD video, including HDMI output and external mic input
- Built-in flash, with wireless sync to other flash units
- A revised 3" LCD 920k screen
On every count, that should beat my Canon 40D nicely, especially for wildlife photography, where low-light and fast action are often on the menu.
Pricing
As for a UK price-point, that's a little bit of a tricky one. It's not clear yet whether there will also be an evolution for the 50D (presumably the 60D?), or whether the 7D is the replacement. It's also serving largely different needs to 5D Mk II which suits landscpaes, weddings and portraiture, with its higher resolution and full-frame capabilities. A quick look at Camera Price Buster this evening (31st August) has the 50D body at £730 and the 5D Mk II at £1868. And the closet rival from Nikon would be the D300s (£1270) so I'm guessing somewhere around the £1600 at launch to grab the early adopters open wallets?
(update: I was close - it seems to be around £1700, albeit a lot are throwing in extras!)
UK Availability
The UK has got availability now:
Amazon*:
Reviews
