Category: Canon

Canon Launches The EOS Rebel SL3 DSLR Camera

Amidst heavy rumours, Canon launched the new EOS Rebel SL3 DSLR on April 10, 2019. The company claims that the Rebel SL3 is its smallest and lightest DSLR so far. It offers almost similar specifications to the mirrorless EOS M50 but has some significant upgrades that give it an edge over its predecessors. Moreover, the DSLR is Canon’s first DSLR model to feature Dual Pixel Autofocus with eye detection during live-view shooting mode.

Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Features And Specifications

Weighing at 449 grams, the Rebel SL3 packs a DIGIC 8 Processor, along with a 3.0-inch touchscreen (that flips around for selfies or vlogging) and 4K video support. The camera features a 24.1 megapixel APS-C (Advanced Photo System Type-C) sensor, which is also used in Nikon and Sony DSLRs. Furthermore, the Rebel SL3 offers a 9AF point-optical system and spot focus feature, so that users can accurately select their subjects while capturing images.

The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 offers an on-sensor Dual-Pixel system, which may not be as efficient as the optical system, but still provides accurate eye-tracking Auto-Focus in 1080p videos considering the price of the budget DSLR camera. The SL3 also takes the spot for being the first Canon Rebel Series camera that can shoot in 4K resolution. A downside of the camera is the lack of sensor-based-in-body stabilization, which forces the Rebel SL3 to use Digital Image Stabilization. Moreover, the camera supports wireless image transfer via built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth across smartphones and tablets.

Photographers can utilize the Burst Shoot feature at a rate of 5fps. The DSLR has a native ISO range of up to 25,600 and an expanded ISO range of 51,200. In terms of the battery, Canon claims that the camera can shoot a total of 1,630 images on a single charge, and the number comes down to 350 shots with the Live View feature turned on. Talking of features, another nice addition to the camera feature list is the “smooth skin” mode, which enables the user to blur the background (similar to portrait mode in smartphones) without the presence of a fast lens.

Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Price And Availability

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The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 will be available by the end of April. The DSLR will be priced at US$ 599.99 (~ INR 41,500) for just the body, and US$ 749.99 (~ INR 51,900) for both the camera and the EF-S 18-55 f/4-5.6 IS lens. The camera is expected to go up against the Nikon D3500 and the Nikon D5300, which are priced at a lower point than the EOS Rebel SL3.

April 10, 2019
Canon Launches Zoemini S And Zoemini C Instant Print Cameras

In an era where a smartphone allows to capture and store, innumerable digital photographs, the demand for devices that can capture and print physical photographs has plummeted. Regardless of the preceding fact, an electronic device that has been gaining popularity is an instant print camera. As the name suggests, this type of camera allows users to instantly print pictures they just captured. Canon in an effort to cash in on the booming trend of the instant print cameras has launched two new devices, the Zoemini S and the Zoemini C.

Zoemini S and Zoemini C

Zoemini C

Both the Canon Zoemini S and the Zoemini C have a rectangular body with an attractive design. The Zoemini S is the more feature rich out of the two while the Zoemini C is more affordable. Distinctively, the former has a ring shaped flash module while the latter has a traditional square shaped flash. The ring flash on the Zoemini S is comprised of 8 LEDs which provides for an evenly distributed light source which taking pictures. It also has support for Bluetooth connectivity with whose help it can even connect to Android or iOS smartphones. The application can also be used as a remote control for the shutter button on the instant print camera.

The Zoemini S has an 8 MP sensor while the younger, Zoemini C has a 5 MP camera sensor. Both the cameras support expansion via memory card and make use of ZINK technology for printing the photographs. Both the cameras have a maximum storage capacity of 10 sheets. The Zoemini camera duo has a 700 mAh inbuilt battery which Canon claims can capture and print 25 photographs.

Price & Colours

Zoemini S

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The Zoemini S is available in three colour options which include Matte Black, Pearl White, Rose Gold. On the other hand, the Zoemini C is available in four colour options which are Bubble Gum Pink, Bumble Bee Yellow, Mint Green, Seaside Blue. The Zoemini ‘S’ is available at a price of £149 (Rs 11,500) while the Zoemini ‘C’ is priced at £109 (Rs 8,400).

March 29, 2019
Canon Launches The EOS RP Mirrorless Camera In India

After launching it on February 14 in Singapore, Canon has launched the EOS RP mirrorless camera in India. It is the lightest and smallest full-frame mirrorless camera the company has ever made. The camera is the second addition to its EOS R range, with the first one, the Canon EOS R which was launched in September last year.

Canon EOS RP: Features

The Canon EOS RP boasts of a lighter, smaller body compared to regular DSLRs. Measuring 132.5 × 85 × 70 mm in body size and weighing in at 485g, the camera is 285g lighter than its closest competitor, the company’s own 6D Mark II. The Canon EOS RP features a 26.2MP dual pixel CMOS sensor which is capable of 4K video recording at 25fps. It has a 0.05s focusing speed and EV-5 (Exposure Value) focusing capabilities. The camera runs on Canon’s Digic 8 image processor and is equipped with the RF mount which was introduced with the EOS R last year.

The Canon EOS RP has a wide range of lens compatibility options. Either an RF, EF or an EF-S lens can be used with an EF-EOS-R Mount Adapter in the camera. An LP-E17 battery is utilised in the camera which the company says should be good for 250 shots. For the viewfinder, Canon is using a 2.36 million dot OLED Electronic viewfinder with a 22mm eyepoint. It also has silent scene mode and support for UHS-II memory cards. Just like the EOS R, the EOS RP can be charged via a USB Type-C port, but there will be a need for the optional PD-E1 adapter (sold seprately).

Canon EOS RP: Price

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The entry of Canon in the mirrorless camera space seems to be a little late. But what will make it stand out from the competition is the price. The Canon EOS RP is available in India at a starting price of Rs. 1,10,495 for the body. If the RF24-105mm f/4 IS USM lens is purchased alongside the camera, it will cost Rs. 1,99,490.

March 1, 2019
Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Camera Launched In India For Rs 61,995

Canon has launched the new Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless camera in India for a price of Rs 61,995 including an EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens. This Canon EOS M50 supports native 4K video recording and HD videos with up to 120fps. The camera has a 24.1 MP sensor powered by a DIGIC 8 image sensor. The camera will be available across the country via online and offline stores.

Kazutada Kobayashi, President & CEO, Canon India said:

India is an evolving market and so are the demands and expectations of the customers. Canon EOS M50 strengthens our commitment to the mirrorless segment. This product is a result of our ‘consumer-first’ approach.

The camera has a built-in electronic viewfinder with 2,360,000 dots. Interestingly, the camera uses a Dual Pixel CMOS AF with up to 143 autofocus points and an ISO sensitivity of 51200. The camera has connectivity features like NFC and Wi-Fi for seamless data transfer with built-in Bluetooth to pair different accessories. The camera uses 5 axial image stabilisation to offer smoother 4K footages.

The Canon EOS M50 has a sRGB and Adobe RGB Colourspace with the highlight tone priority and Auto lighting optimisation. It also comes with different camera models Scene Intelligent Auto, Hybrid Auto, Creative Assist and Landscape. The Canon EOS M50 supports RAW + JPEG simultaneous recording as well. Finally, it has a 9 customisable buttons with 15 steps plus smooth pinch-to-zoom feature.
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April 13, 2018

Canon 5D Mark IV Shoots 4K Video Comes with Wi-fi

Canon today announced the new Canon 5D Mark IV, a revision to the camera that started to DSLR video scene back in the day. The 5D will finally shoot 4k video with the 5D Mark IV and will come with inbuilt Wi-Fi.

For the video enthusiast and professional, the 4K Motion JPEG video (DCI cinema-type 4096 x 2160) at 30p or 24p, will allow an in-camera still frame grab of 4K 8.8-Megapixel images. Multiple video options include Full HD up to 60p, and HD up to 120p.

The touchscreen monitor allows tapping to select a focus point, racking focus during video capture, or using familiar swipe and pinch movements during image review. A 3.5mm jack for connecting an optional external microphone to record audio, alternative use of the onboard stereo microphone; a 3.5mm headphone jack can be utilized for real-time monitoring.

When shooting 4K, the central 4096 x 2160 area of the sensor is used at a 1.74x crop in order to record 4K video with a 1:1-pixel ratio.Slow motion is possible in Full HD 1080p at 60 fps, while HD 720p is available up to 120 fps, though it is recorded without sound.

The Canon 5D Mark IV has been launched for a price of $3,499 for body only, and will be available starting September Mid. In India Canon has launched the 5D Mark IV on the 26th of August with a starting price of Rs. 2,54,995 for the body only.

EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera Features:

New 30.4 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, with ISO range 100–32,000; expandable up to 50–102,400.
4K Motion JPEG video (DCI cinema-type 4096 x 2160) at 30p or 24p; in-camera still frame grab of 4K 8.8-Megapixel images; multiple video options include Full HD up to 60p, and HD up to 120p.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF during video or Live View shooting; LCD monitor has full touch-screen interface, including selection of AF area.
Up to 7.0 fps continuous shooting speed, DIGIC 6+ Image Processor .
61 AF points with expanded vertical coverage with 41 cross-points, and AF possible at all 61 AF points with many lens + extender combinations effective at f/8.
150,000-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor, enhanced scene recognition and face detection capabilities.
Dual Pixel RAW, in-camera Digital Lens Optimizer during JPEG shooting and Diffraction Correction technologies.
Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity provide easy sharing to compatible smart devices, select social media sites and the Canon Connect Station CS100 device.
Built-in GPS3 provides geotag information including auto time syncing with Universal Time Code (UTC) via satellites.

Camera	EOS 5D Mark IV	EOS 5DS / 5DS R	EOS 5D Mark III
Lens Mount	Canon EF	Canon EF	Canon EF
Image Sensor	Full-Frame CMOS (36 x 24mm)	Full-Frame CMOS (36 x 24mm)	Full-Frame CMOS (36 x 24 mm)
Effective Pixels	30.4 MP	50.6 MP	22.3 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 6+	Dual DIGIC 6	DIGIC 5+
Maximum Resolution	6720 x 4480	8688 x 5792	5760 x 3840
Card Slot	1 x CompactFlash 1 x SD	1 x CompactFlash 1 x SD	1 x CompactFlash 1 x SD
Viewfinder Type	Eye-level pentaprism	Eye-level pentaprism	Eye-level pentaprism
Frame Coverage	100%	100%	100%
Magnification	0.71x	0.71x	0.71x
Top Continuous Shooting Rate	7 fps	5 fps	6 fps
Exposure Metering System	150,000-pixel RGB+IR Metering Sensor	150,000-pixel RGB+IR Metering Sensor	iFCL 63-Zone Dual Layer Metering Sensor
Metering Range	0 to 20 EV	0 to 20 EV	1 to 20 EV
ISO Sensitivity	ISO 100-32000 (Expanded: ISO 50-102400)	ISO 100-6400 (Expanded: ISO 50-12800)	ISO 100-25600 (Expanded: ISO 50-102400)
Autofocus System	High-Density Reticular AF	High-Density Reticular AF	High-Density Reticular AF
Number of Focus Points	61, 41 cross-type (f/8 support at all points)	61, 41 cross-type (f/8 support at all points)	61, 41 cross-type (f/4 support, f/8 at center point)
Autofocus Sensitivity	-3 to 18 EV	-2 to 18 EV	-2 to 18 EV
Interval Shooting	Yes	Yes	No
Mirror Vibration Control System	Yes	Yes	No
Flash Control	TTL, Manual	TTL, Manual	TTL, Manual
External Flash Interface	Hot shoe, PC sync	Hot shoe, PC sync	Hot shoe, PC sync
Video Resolutions	4096 x 2160: 30p, 24.00, 24p 1920 x 1080: 60p, 30p, 24.00, 24p 1280 x 720: 120p	1920 x 1080: 30p, 25p, 24p 1280 x 720: 60p, 50p 640 x 480: 30p, 25p	1920 x 1080: 30p, 25p, 24p 1280 x 720: 60p, 50p 640 x 480: 30p, 25p
Audio Recording	Yes, stereo with video	Yes, stereo with video	Yes, stereo with video
External Microphone Input	1 x 3.5mm input	1 x 3.5mm input	1 x 3.5mm input
Headphone Jack	1 x 3.5mm output	1 x 3.5mm output	1 x 3.5mm output
Maximum Recording Time	29 min., 59 sec.	29 min., 59 sec.	29 min., 59 sec.
Monitor	3.2″ 1.62m-dot touchscreen LCD	3.2″ 1.04m-dot LCD	3.2″ 1.04m-dot LCD
Interface	Mini-HDMI USB 3.0 Canon N3 Remote Terminal	Mini-HDMI USB 3.0 Canon N3 Remote Terminal	Mini-HDMI USB 2.0 Canon N3 Remote Terminal
Wi-Fi	Built-in	Optional, via WFT-E7A	Optional, via WFT-E7A
GPS	Built-in	Optional, via GP-E2	Optional, via GP-E2
Power Source	1 x LP-E6/LP-E6N Li-Ion Battery Pack	1 x LP-E6/LP-E6N Li-Ion Battery Pack	1 x LP-E6 Li-Ion Battery Pack
Dimensions	5.9 x 4.6 x 3.0″ / 15.1 x 11.6 x 7.6 cm	6.0 x 4.6 x 3.0″ / 15.2 x 11.6 x 7.6 cm	6.0 x 4.6 x 3.0″ / 15.2 x 11.6 x 7.6 cm
Weight	28.2 oz / 800 g	29.8 oz / 845 g	30.3 oz / 860 g

August 25, 2016

Canon Unveils 80D Upgrade and PowerShot Updates

Canon has been unveiling a bunch of new cameras in the recent few months. Earlier this month, the company unveiled the 4K-capable EOS-1D X Mark II and today it has unveiled the mid-range EOS 80D DSLR Camera with a versatile EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens, which come alongside the DM-E1 Directional Microphone and the unique PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter.

Canon also unveiled two point-and-shoot cameras for those who are looking for more pocket-friendly options. the svelte and powerful PowerShot G7 X Mark II Digital Camera and the compact long-zoom PowerShot SX720 HS Digital Camera. video -The new 80D comes with 24.2MP APS- C CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 6 image processor. Dual Pixel CMOS AF has received a boost for improved focusing accuracy and speed when recording video.

Image quality has been given a bump and the images captured promise exquisite detail and colur.The camera comes with Full HD 1080p at up to 60 fps in the MP4 format, headphone and microphone jacks, and a 3.0” vari-angle touchscreen Clear View II LCD monitor which offers flexible positioning. Additionally, the camera has Wi-Fi with NFC, HDR Movie, Time-Lapse Movie, and Creative Filter options.

Along with this, Canon is offering a EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens which is compatible with APS-C cameras like the 80D. The focal length range goes from 28.8-216mm and allows faster autofocusing than before. The lens also works with PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter, allowing users to perform more controlled zooms and making it ideal for video use. The lens comes with Optical Image Stabilizer and a Dynamic IS system.

Canon finally unveiled the DM-E1 Directional Microphone, the DM-E1 which comes with a windjammer to reduce noise and a shock mount to lessen handling noise. It has a frequency response of 50 Hz to 16 kHz and runs on a single button-type lithium cell battery.

Finally, Canon wrapped up the announcement with two new PowerShot cameras.The first one is the PowerShot G7 X Mark II that features the latest DIGIC 7 image processor which powers a high-speed continuous shooting rate of 8 fps with raw or JPEG. It comes with a 20.1MP 1” CMOS sensor and 24-100mm equivalent f/1.8-2.8 lens combination.

PowerShot G7 X Mark II

It has a multi-angle 3.0” 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD that can flip 180° for selfies. In addition to stills, the G7 X Mark II can record Full HD 1080p video and offers built-in Wi-Fi with NFC for connecting to a mobile device.

PowerShot SX 720HS

The second one is the PowerShot SX720 HS with a 40x optical zoom range and a relatively compact body. It features a 20.3MP CMOS sensor along with the DIGIC 6 image processor to create high-resolution, low-noise images and Full HD 1080p60 video. It also comes equipped with a large 3.0” 922k-dot LCD for easy viewing.

February 18, 2016
Canon Unveils 4K-Capable EOS-1D X Mark II

Canon has lifted the veils on its updated flagship DSLR with 4K-shooting, the EOS-1D X Mark II. The main attraction here is, of course, the ability to record DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) video at an impressive 60p, a feature mainly seen in camcorders and cinema cameras. As much as this DSLR is big on videos, it’s equally big on stills as well with a 20.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor, as well as dual DIGIC 6+ processors.

The camera coes with two card slots – a CFast 2.0 card slot and a CF card slot for older media cards. The DSLR comes with an improved sensitivity with a native ISO 51200 which can be expanded up to ISO 409600. The 4K shooting, however, will be limited to a sensitivity range up to ISO 12800 while HD is available at up to ISO 25600. All this along with other camera settings can be operated through a 3.2″ 1.62m-dot touchscreen LCD.

Added to the DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) recording, the Mark II also comes with a true 24.00 fps shooting option in all modes and can shoot in Full HD at up to a speedy 120 fps. Internally, the 4K video at 60p has an impressive 800 Mbps bit rate, while 24/30p have a 500 Mbps bit rate, ensuring sharp footage with minimal artifacting.

Dual Pixel CMOS AF for a full-frame sensor and Movie Servo AF provide a major boost in autofocus in video. This provides exceptional speed and accuracy, which is complemented by the touchscreen that lets the user simply tap the area to change focus.

Meanwhile, low-light shooting gets a bump with f/8 support, all 61 points and working at down to -3 EV with the center point. Still capturing is now faster, where full-resolution 20.2MP raw files can be captured with full-time AF and AE metering at a rate of 14 fps.

Canon has implemented a Digital Lens Optimizer technology that stores lens aberration data in the camera and almost instantly corrects peripheral brightness and chromatic aberration, as well as distortion and diffraction. This ensures maximum resolution and detail from the 20.2MP CMOS sensor.

The camera is dust and water resistant, which makes it hold its own in the most diffuclt weather conditions and scenario. Connectivity features include a PC sync port, a microUSB 3.0 transfer port, and an Ethernet port in addition to the Mini HDMI (Type C) and audio connections. The Mark II is compatible with batteries of the orginal 1D X, though the camera will work at slightly reduced continuous shooting rates. The EOS-1D X Mark II is expected to begin shipping in April at a price of around $6,000 (body-only), or $6,300 for a premium kit that includes a 64GB CFast card and an Extreme PRO CFast 2.0 Card Reader/Writer.

February 2, 2016
Priced Over 12 Lakhs Canon EOS C300 Mark Arrives in India

Canon’s second generation Cinema EOS 4K camera system for cinema, documentary, event and commercial videography has been launched in the country today. The camera includes a range of 15 stops, improved Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus, focus assist engineering and CFast recording technology. The EOS C300 Mark II is redesigned with user input that helps it to deliver flexibility for professional studio motion picture production applications, as well as independent productions, TV dramas, commercials, news features and sports among other things.

Mr. Andrew Koh, Vice President of Consumer Imaging and Information Center, Canon India said:

“As a technology innovator, it is important for Canon to add valuable assets to the portfolio and create an industry benchmark. After extensive research and user inputs, we developed the EOS C300 Mark II Digital Cinema Camera that promises to deliver improved image-expression capabilities as well as operability, ruggedness and expandability”

Key features of the device include Canon EF or PL mount versions which supports a variety of autofocus modes, including continuous AF and Face Recognition when used with compatible Canon EF lenses. Further, the device integrates an 8.85 Megapixel Super 35mm 16:9 CMOS sensor that supports 4K (DCI) recording with a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 pixels. It is also compatible with new and existing EF-mount lenses.

Canon EOS C300 Mark is priced at a not-so-less Rs. 12,99,000. For more information, click here.

October 19, 2015
Canon’s New Camera to Have a 250 MP Sensor

In what seems like tremendously pleasing news for them photography aficionados, Canon has made a camera equipped with a 250-megapixel (19,580 x 12,600) APS-H CMOS sensor. APS-H is a notch bigger than the APS-C commonly found in consumer DSLRs. By making a first of its kind gadget, the Japanese brand has managed to create a lull in the megapixel warfare of the circuit, for now.

With the ability to capture text on a plane eleven miles away, the company proposes the use of the camera for security and surveillance. Other than photography, the sensors are developed enough to capture videos around 30 times sharper than 4K at five frames per second. Equipped with a fast signal readout speed of 1.25 billion pixels a second, this is definitely big news for sensor technology.

September 7, 2015
Canon’s Latest Can Shoot Full HD Color Footage in Almost Complete Darkness

Never getting tired of delighting its fanbase, Canon has introduced a new camera which should put all the headaches experienced during shooting in low-light situations to rest. The MH20F-SH uses a CMOS sensor with 2.6 megapixels, each pixel being 5.5 times larger than the the pixels found in Canon’s 1Dx or Nikon D810. Thus, every pixel in the MH20F-SH will sense more light than any other camera, delivering a full HD color footage captured in extreme low light situations.

The camera doesn’t feature a monitor or a recording, so you have to connect the camera to an external recording unit and monitor through HDMI or SD-HDI. The audio can be recorded by connecting the microphone to a 3.5 mm audio jack.

The MH20F-SH can capture only full HD videos at 24, 30, or 60 fps, which is a bit of a disappointment because of the huge demand for footage shot in 4K resolution. Still, due to the compact size and being the first in its line, Canon will find ways to include 4K resolution in the next iteration of the camera.

The MH20F-SH can be fitted with Canon’s EF entire range of lenses, so there is no need to buy any new lenses if you are already using the EF range. The camera will still a burn a hole in your pocket. Canon has priced MH20F-SH at $30,000, thus making it strictly for professional purposes, such as surveillance and wildlife documentaries.

Here’s a test footage from 2013, when the MH20F-SH’s sensor was in development:

July 31, 2015
Canon Brings the World’s Highest Resolution Full-Frame DSLR Cameras to India

Today, the imaging and optical product label Canon, made official an array of high-resolution full-frame DSLR cameras in India – the 5DSR and 5DS DSLR. Both the cameras are said to be a cut above the highly-appreciated 5D series and are claimed to be the world’s highest resolution DSLR cameras in its segment. Besides this, the company also unveiled a professional yet compact camcorder XC10 4K that is convenient for 4K/Full HD video shooting and captures images at 12MP resolution.

The class apart 5DSR and 5DS DSLR feature 50.6-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor that set them high in Canon’s range of high-res cameras. The processor powering the devices is the latest dual DIGIC 5 that offers users a continuous shooting speed of 5fps at 50.6MP maximum. The Fine Detail Mode on Canon’s latest camera line-up allows users to capture the finest image. The mode configures the sharpness, therefore giving a detailed image which can be cropped extensively. All new 1,50,000-dot RGB+IR Metering and automatic exposure system is also installed on the cameras.

Canon has set the price of the 5DS at Rs. 2,52,995, while the 5DSR will cost you Rs. 2,65,995.

Coming on to the XC10 4K, the camcorder is built of Canon’s proprietary components. It features a Canon 10x Wide-Angle Zoom lens with 2x Digital Teleconverter and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) that offers a zoom ratio of 27.3-273mm for movies and 24.1-241mm for photos. The handy camera packs a specially designed Canon 12 MP one-inch CMOS sensor that the company claims can “deliver 12 stops of exposure latitude”. The densely packed powerhouse will come for Rs. 1,70,000.

In the past years, Canon has recorded an extraordinary growth report in India. It has carved a niche in almost all the segments, whether photography and videography. With the launch of the two flagship EOS cameras, Canon aims to get hold of 50% market share in the DSLR segment.

June 10, 2015
After the Epic 5DS, Canon Brings Out the T6i

The Rebel series of Canon is perhaps one of the best tools for a budding photographer. This affordable camera family provides the same specs as the higher end 7D cameras but come at an affordable price tag. Canon understands the volume of sales in the segment and puts active efforts into updating these mid-range DSLRs. Now the company has unveiled the new Rebel T6i and Rebel T6s to take on the market.

In Burst mode the camera shoots at 5 fps.

This time around Canon seems to have given some thought into their product. The last offering known as the T5i (Canon 700D) was just a nominal improvement over its predecessor T4i (Canon 650D). Canon T6i gets 24.2 Megapixel APS-C sensor with 19-point autofocus. It offers an ISO range of 100-12800 which is expandable up to 25600. The camera shoots continuously at 5 frames per second (fps) which is great for shooting action shots.

The Rebel T6i comes with a 24.2 Megapixel APS-C image sensor

The 3 inch swivel display also returns to this device that comes handy while shooting videos. Like the Rebel models before it, the T6i allows you to shoot 1080p videos at 30 fps.

The second launch from Canon is the T6s that offers a few additional features over the T6i. The T6s lets users shoot HDR video and also offers a built-in electronic level meter. The unique bit added to the T6s is the LCD data panel on the top. This feature till now was only available with the models above the 60D.

The Rebel T6s is the first Rebel DSRL with an LCD information display.

The T6i is priced at $749.99 for the body-only, $899.99 with an EF-S 18-55mm STM lens and $1,099 with an EF-S 18-135mm STM lens. The T6s will cost $849.99 the body-only and $1199 with an EF-S 18-135mm STM lens. The cameras are expected to arrive in the market by the end of April.

February 7, 2015
At 50 Megapixel, Canon 5DS is the Highest Resolution Full-Frame DSLR

Canon is one of the top choices for prosumers and professionals when it comes to DSLRs. The company has given a boost to photography with its wide choices of lenses and accessories. It is now trying to take on all its competition in the premium segment with the introduction of the 5DS and 5DS R.

Canon has packed in a mammoth 50 megapixels into the camera that makes it the highest resolution full frame camera ever. The 5DS R is almost the same as the 5DS, but it gives you the option for canceling the anti-aliasing filter which helps give much finer details.

The cameras are powered by dual DIGIC 6 processor and offers 61-point autofocus system that would provide it with snappy autofocus capabilities. The offering of 50 MP also means that the camera allows you to shoot 19 MP images on cropped APS-C sensor, which is fantastic.

What maybe a disappointment to some would be the lack of advanced video features in the camera. Canon DSLRs are seen as a great tool for video production, but this camera doesn’t offer any extra features for video shooting. It does offer the usual 1080p video recording.

Overall, these new products from Canon’s stable seem only for the battle-hardened photographers and will help them create spell bounding images. The Canon 5DS is priced at $3700 while the 5Ds R will be $3900, and they will be available June onwards. For the normal folks going on their Sunday morning photo walks, your 18-20MP DSLR would work just fine, you would be better off investing in quality lenses for your camera instead of these monstrosities.

February 6, 2015
Top 6 Pocket Cameras : Pick One Which is Right For You
No, we refuse to acknowledge the statement that smartphones are point-and-shoot replacements. No matter how good your camera phone may be, it still doesn’t have the technology to beat the image quality of the following cameras. Unlike DSLR’s, where you have to manage several lenses – these are handy, cheaper and super convenient if you’re constantly on the go.

Here are a list of pocket size cameras that you’d wish you’d bought earlier:

1. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10

Key features
- 20MP 1″-type BSI CMOS sensor (13.2 x 8.8mm)
- 24-200mm equivalent stabilized F2.8 lens
- Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body
- Manual zoom and aperture rings
- Tilting 1.23 million dot rear LCD
- 1.44M dot OLED viewfinder
- ISO 125 – 12800 (expandable down to ISO 80)
- Built-in 3EV Neutral Density filter
- Approx 10 fps continuous shooting in ‘Speed Priority mode’
- 1080/60p video with full-sensor sampling, uncompressed HDMI output
- Wi-Fi with NFC
To many photographers, amateurs and professionals alike, digital SLRs represent quality. The fact that you can remove the lens and swap it for another is inconsequential to those who never buy a second optic. It’s that segment of the market that Sony’s targeting with its Cyber-shot RX10. We love the Sony RX10. But your $1,300 goes a very long way here, and if you need to capture sharp images and full-HD video clips in pretty much any lighting condition, with a vast focal range, you’d be hard pressed to find a more suitable shooter. This is the best fixed-lens camera we’ve ever used, and we wouldn’t be surprised if the RX10 Mark II, whenever that comes about, is the only comparable model worth considering.

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2.Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III

Key Features:
- 20.1 megapixel 1″-type Exmor R BSI-CMOS sensor
- 24-70mm equiv. F1.8-2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
- Pop-up SVGA OLED electronic viewfinder with 1.44M dots
- 3-inch tilting WhiteMagic LCD with 1.23M dots
- 1080/60p video with full sensor readout and 50Mbps XAVC S support
- Clean HDMI output
- Zebra pattern and focus peaking
- Customizable front lens ring
- 3-stop neutral density filter
- Wi-Fi with NFC and downloadable apps
- 320 shots per charge (CIPA standard)
The pocket-sized shooter processes video in XAVC S format, which, according to Sony, lets you record 1080p videos at a much faster data rate and with very little compression — in other words, this will make your movies look a lot better and crisper. To go with that, Sony also added a built-in, retractable OLED electronic viewfinder (which wasn’t present on either of the older editions), WiFi/NFC for wireless sharing and the ability to capture 4K still images, making the newest RX100 an even more powerful little camera.

3.Leica T (Typ 701)

Key features:
- 16MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- ISO 100-12500
- 3.7″ 1.3M dot 16:9 touchscreen LCD
- Twin top-plate control dials
- Approx 5 fps continuous shooting
- 1920 x 1080 Full HD movie recording at 30 fps; built-in stereo microphones
- Built-in Wi-Fi for easy image sharing, and remote control by smartphone or tablet
- Optional 2.36M dot electronic viewfinder with built-in GPS unit
- Built-in 16GB memory
- Brand new Leica T mount
- 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 and 23mm f/2 lenses
- 11-23mm f/3.5-4.5 and 55-135mm f/3.5-4.5 coming later in the year (at photokina 2014)
- Available in anodized black or natural aluminum finish
This is a Leica for the modern age! It’s also quite a bit smaller than the company’s rangefinder cameras (134 x 69 x 33mm), especially in terms of height, not to mention a whole lot lighter (339g without battery, 384g with). That’s actually a little surprising, because the Leica T’s attractive, Audi Design-styled body is milled from a solid block of aluminum. A first for any camera, claims its maker.

4.Canon G16

Key features
- 12.1 Megapixel 1/1.7″ CMOS Sensor
- Canon 5x Optical Zoom Lens (28-140mm)
- Optical Zoom Viewfinder and 3.0″ LCD
- Full HD 1080/60p Video
- DIGIC 6 Image Processing Engine
- Enhanced Wi-Fi Capabilities
- Continuous Shooting at 9.3 fps
- Intelligent IS Image Stabilization
- ISO 12800 and Canon HS SYSTEM
The Canon PowerShot G16 belongs to a long line of chunky compacts aimed at enthusiasts. Announced in August 2013 it’s the replacement for the PowerShot G15. The G series has earned a reputation as a serious compact with image quality, performance and handling that won’t disappoint those who’d probably rather be using a DSLR, if it weren’t for the added bulk. The Canon PowerShot G16 is a reassuring camera that does a good job. Its only real stand-out feature is improved responsiveness brought by the Digic 6 image processor. It is an ideal companion for users looking for a classic safe bet and who aren’t tempted by originality or eye-catching innovations. This camera is certainly built to stand the test of time, but the G series also needs to move with the times, otherwise it risks being left behind.

5.FUJIFILM XF1

Key features
- 12MP 2/3″ EXR-CMOS sensor
- ISO 100-3200, ISO 4000-6400 at 6MP resolution, ISO 12800 at 3MP
- 25-100mm equivalent, F1.8-4.9 lens with optical image stabilization (4 stops benefit claimed)
- Manual zoom ring and lens retraction mechanism
- Full manual control, RAW format recording
- 3″ 460k dot LCD
- Full HD movie recording with built-in stereo microphones
- Film simulation modes for different colour and monochrome ‘looks’
- In-camera RAW conversion with all in-camera processing parameters adjustable
- ‘Advanced Filters’ image-processing controls, previewed live on-screen
Fuji’s XF1 is the latest high-end compact camera to compete with the likes of Sony’s RX100 and brings with it a 12-megapixel sensor, f/1.8 lens, manual controls. It is a beautiful retro design that can’t fail to impress everyone that sees it. The camera’s image quality is markedly better than virtually all other compacts. The camera’s “average low-light performance” as a downside. While it may not beat the RX100 , the XF1 is still a camera for photographers who like something a little bit more unusual than the standard run of the mill point and shoots.

6.Nikon Coolpix A

Key features
- 16.2MP ‘DX’ format CMOS sensor
- 18.5mm (28mm equivalent) F2.8 lens
- ISO 100-6400 (with 12,800 and 25,600 equivalent extension settings)
- 3.0″ 920k dot LCD
- 14-bit uncompressed NEF Raw shooting capability
- Up to 4fps continuous shooting
- 1080p movies at 24, 25 or 30fps
- i-TTL compatible hot shoe
The Nikon COOLPIX A Digital Camera is a point-and-shoot equipped with a 16.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor for clear, detailed images, even in low light. The lack of an optical low-pass filter enables maximized resolution for exceptionally sharp details. The NIKKOR prime lens features a focal length of 18.5mm for wide-angle shooting, as well as a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture. Frame shots using the large 3.0-inch LCD monitor, which has a resolution of 921k pixels. Record Full HD 1080p video with stereo sound, and connect the supplied EG-CP16 cable for playback on your TV. Capture RAW still images for a higher level of creative control. Manual options like focus ring adjustment allow you to wield precision control over your compositions. Most of the operation system and the GUI are consistent with Nikon DSLRs. Exposure bracketing is available in both manual and auto modes.
May 19, 2014
Canon Launches Powershot S200 in India at a Price of 19995 INR

Canon India has introduced the new PowerShot S200 in India. The latest edition to the S-series is a slim pocked-sized camera body and is priced at 19995 INR.

The camera features a Controller Wheel and Control Ring that suits people who want to shoot not only with Auto, but also photos to their own preferences with manual mode. The camera is equipped with Advanced DIGIC 5 imaging processor. The Advanced DIGIC 5 imaging processor enhances the camera’s HS System by incorporating an advanced algorithm to deliver exceptional image quality and also has built in Wi-Fi. WiFi capabilities on PowerShot S200 allows instant sharing and uploading. The Canon Image Gateway(CIG) allows instant uploading from the cameras. Users with smartphones can also use the CameraWindow app (available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store) to perform the same function.

The camera is equipped with a F2.0 lens, the company claims that its newly engineered specifically for the PowerShot S200, the device features a 24 mm Wide-Angle 5x Optical Zoom (24mm-120mm) lens with a F Stop of f/2.0–f/5.9.

[toggle title=”Press Release “]New Delhi, 21st October, 2013: Canon India, world leader in Digital Imaging Space has introduced the new PowerShot S200 in India. The latest edition to the S-series inherits supreme power with slim pocked-sized camera body. The camera comes with Controller Wheel and Control Ring that suits people who want to shoot not only with Auto, but also photos to their own preferences with manual mode

Key Features:

· Advanced DIGIC 5 imaging processor

The Advanced DIGIC 5 imaging processor enhances the camera’s HS System by incorporating an advanced algorithm to deliver exceptional image quality
· Wi-Fi for easy sharing

WiFi capabilities on PowerShot S200 allows for instant sharing and easy uploading. The Canon Image Gateway*(CIG) allows for instant uploading from the cameras. Users with smartphones can also use the CameraWindow app (available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store) to perform the same function

· F2.0 lens for dramatic depth-of-field images

Newly engineered specifically for the PowerShot S200, the 24mm Wide-Angle 5x Optical Zoom (24mm-120mm) lens with a F Stop of f/2.0–f/5.9, giving the user exceptional versatility and allowing them to create captivating portraits with beautiful, soft background blur, even in low light.
· Full range of shooting and recording modes, including Live View Control

Capture the images the way you envision it using the full Manual mode or Live View Control. The PowerShot S200 gives you outstanding flexibility and complete creative control.
The PowerShot S200 is priced at INR 19,995/-[/toggle]

October 21, 2013