Canon EOS 50D

A resolution of 15.1 megapixels is absolutely massive and it makes the Canon EOS 50D one of the highest-resolution cameras on the market. The Canon 50D with a 15.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 6.3 frames per second shooting and the latest DIGIC 4 image processor, new manufacturing processes, plus redesigned photo diodes and microlenses, extend the light gathering capabilities of the sensor – allowing more pixels to be fitted on the CMOS sensor without compromising image quality.

CNET.uk writes:
“Like other EOS cameras, the 50D is a dream to use, and that big control dial on the back makes EV compensation and other adjustments a breeze. It’s fast, responsive and hard as nails, but the results are actually a bit on the ordinary side. It might have 15 million pixels, but it just gives you bigger images, not sharper ones. “

TechRadar writes:
“Canon is effectively claiming to outperform the Nikon D300 in low light, and in the same breath, implying that it can compete with other cameras which go that high, like the Nikon D3 and D700. It cannot. What the EOS 5OD can do, however, it does very well, and the increased resolution and more advanced functionality makes it Canon’s best mid-range DSLR yet. .”

CameraLabs writes:
” The Canon EOS 50D is a worthy update to the already excellent EOS 40D, equipping it not just with the latest features, but also a significant boost in resolution without compromising noise levels.. all adds up to a very capable DSLR that handles confidently, delivers great results and is a joy to use. As such it easily earns our Highly Recommended award”

Pocket-Lint  writes:
“Not just lack of noise but colour and detail, metering and white balance, all perform very well (with bags of customisation built-in if you need to tweak things further too)… Image quality is as good as I was expecting (caveats around the lack of shadow detail notwithstanding) and so the EOS 50D easily provides resolution enough customisability enough and the required high ISO noise control abilities, for almost any photography task. “

ImagingResource writes:
“Excellent low-light performance, impressive printed output, very fast shutter lag times, solid build, superb customization, and excellent image quality all add up to make the Canon EOS 50D a great choice for all types of photographers, and a sure Dave’s Pick..”

LetsGoDigital writes:
“The pictures in practice look fine, the camera has a swift response and does not come up with any shocking surprises. On the contrary, the camera does its job with a kind of self-evidence so that it is not until afterwards you realize that you have some successful pictures in your hands of subjects that you never thought you could capture correctly. An excellent result!”

Specifications:

General:
* Product Type: Digital camera – SLR
* Width: 5.7 in
* Depth: 2.9 in
* Height: 4.3 in
* Weight: 1.6 lbs
* Body Material: Magnesium alloy

Main Features:
* Resolution: 15.1 megapixels
* Color Support: Color
* Optical Sensor Type: CMOS
* Total Pixels: 15,500,000 pixels
* Effective Sensor Resolution: 15,100,000 pixels
* Field of View Crop Factor: 1.6
* Sensor Dust Reduction: Yes
* Sensor Features: EOS Integrated Cleaning System
* Light Sensitivity: ISO auto , ISO 100-12800
* Shooting Programs: Close-up , Landscape , Sports mode , Portrait mode , Night portrait
* Special Effects: Neutral , Faithful , Portrait , Landscape , Monochrome , Custom Effect
* Image Stabilizer: Optical
* Image stabilizer feature: Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
* Max Shutter Speed: 1/8000 sec
* Min Shutter Speed: 30 sec
* X-sync Speed: 1/250 sec
* Exposure Metering: Spot , Evaluative , Partial (9%) , Multi-segment , Center-weighted
* Exposure Modes: Bulb ,  Manual ,  Program ,  Automatic ,  Depth-of-field ,  Shutter-priority ,  Aperture-priority ,  E-TTL II program flash
* Exposure Range: EV 1-20 ( ISO 100 )
* Exposure Compensation: ?3 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
* Exposure Metering Zones: 35
* Face Detection: Yes
* White Balance: Custom , Presets , Automatic
* White Balance Presets: Flash , Shade , Cloudy , Daylight , Fluorescent , Tungsten light
* White Balance Bracketing: Yes
* Still Image Format: RAW ,  JPEG ,  RAW + JPEG
* TV Tuner: None

Memory / Storage:
* Supported Flash Memory: CompactFlash
* Floppy Drive: None
* Digital Storage Media: None
* Image Storage:
Fine JPEG 4752 x 3168 – 5 MB , Normal JPEG 4752 x 3168 – 2.5 MB , Fine JPEG 3456 x 2304 – 3 MB , Normal JPEG 3456 x 2304 – 1.6 MB , Fine JPEG 2352 x 1568 – 1.7 MB , Normal JPEG 2352 x 1568 – 0.9 MB , RAW 4752 x 3168 – 20.2 MB , RAW 3267 x 2178 – 12.6 MB

Camera Flash:
* Camera Flash: Pop-up flash
* Guide Number (m / ISO 100): 13
* Flash Modes: E-TTL ,  Auto mode ,  Flash OFF mode ,  Red-eye reduction
* Red Eye Reduction: Yes
* Features: AF illuminator , Flash +/- compensation

Lens System:
* Type: Zoom lens – 17 mm – 85 mm – F/3.5-5.6 IS USM Canon EF
* Focal Length :17 mm – 85 mm
* Focus Adjustment: Manual ,  Automatic
* Auto Focus: TTL phase detection
* Auto Focus Points (Zones): 9
* Min Focus Range: 19.7 in
* Max View Angle: 75 degrees
* Lens Aperture: F/3.5-5.6
* Optical Zoom: 4.8 x
* Zoom Adjustment: Manual
* Lens Construction: 12 group(s) / 16 element(s)
* Filter Size: 72 mm
* Lens System Mounting: Canon EF
* Features: Ultrasonic Motor (USM) , Internal focusing system

Viewfinder:
* Viewfinder Type: Optical – Fixed eye-level pentaprism
* Field Coverage: 95%
* Magnification: 0.95x
* Dioptric Correction Range: -3 to +1
* LCD Display Information: AE lock , Aperture , AF-in-focus , Shutter speed , White balance , ISO sensitivity , Red-eye reduction , Memory card status , Flash charge completion , Flash compensation on/off , High-speed sync indicator

Display:
* Type: LCD display – TFT active matrix – 3 in – Color
* Display Form Factor: Built-in
* Display Format: 920,000 pixels

Digital Player (Recorder):
* Type: None

Connections:
* Connector Type: 1 x Composite video output , 1 x USB , 1 x HDMI
* Expansion Slot(s): 1 x CompactFlash Card – Type I/II

Software:
* Software:
Canon PhotoStitch , Canon ImageBrowser , Drivers & Utilities , Canon Remote Capture , Canon ZoomBrowser EX , Canon Digital Photo Professional

System Requirements for PC Connection:
* Operating System Support: MS Windows XP , MS Windows 2000 , MS Windows Vista , Apple Mac OS X 10.3 – 10.5
* Peripheral Devices: USB port , CD-ROM drive , SVGA monitor

Miscellaneous:
* Carrying Case: None
* Microsoft Certifications: Certified for Windows Vista
* Included Accessories: Dust cap , Lens cap , Neck strap , Eyepiece cover
* Cables Included: Video cable , USB cable

Power:
* Power Device: Battery charger – External

Battery:
* Supported Battery: Canon BP-511A
* Supported Battery: 1 x Canon BP-511A Li-ion rechargeable battery – 1390 mAh ( Included )