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Canon on mark with new 5D, other shooters



Model nameIn a nutshell

Canon EOS 5D Mark II
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    Notable features:
  • Full frame
  • 21.1 megapixels
  • Full-HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) movie recording
  • 3-inch LCD with Live View
  • Burst mode of 3.9 frames per second
  • Nine autofocus points with six invisible assist points
  • Maximum ISO of 25,600
  • Microphone input terminal for stereo audio capture
  • CompactFlash card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: The EOS 5D Mark II looks like a good midrange dSLR for enthusiasts, and it definitely qualifies as a backup camera for the professionals.

Pricing and availability: US$2,699. Asian availability TBA.

Canon PowerShot G10
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    Notable features:
  • 14.7 megapixels
  • 5x optical zoom
  • 28mm wide-angle lens
  • 3-inch LCD
  • Hotshoe for optional accessories
  • Full manual exposure mode
  • Optical image stabilizer
  • SD/SDHC card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: Don't be fooled by the PowerShot G10's compact footprint. It has dSLR-like features that can satisfy even seasoned shutterbugs.

Pricing and availability: TBA

Canon Digital IXUS 870 IS
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    Notable features:
  • 10 megapixels
  • 4x optical zoom
  • 28mm wide-angle lens
  • 3-inch LCD
  • Optical image stabilization
  • SD/SDHC card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: We predict the IXUS 870 IS will be one of Canon's best sellers as its predecessor had been. Consumers who are looking for a typical wide-angle point-and-shoot may consider this unit.

Pricing and availability: TBA.

Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS
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    Notable features:
  • 14.7 megapixels
  • 3.7x optical zoom
  • Optical viewfinder
  • 2.5-inch LCD
  • Manual exposure control
  • Optical image stabilization
  • SD/SDHC card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: This super-high-resolution model is suitable for those who likes their devices small yet feature rich. The manual exposure mode is a nice touch to appeal to those who wants to be creative with their shots.

Pricing and availability: TBA.

Canon PowerShot SX1 IS
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    Notable features:
  • 10 megapixels
  • Full-HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) movie recording
  • 20x optical zoom
  • 28mm wide-angle lens
  • 2.8-inch tilt/swivel LCD
  • Manual exposure control
  • Optical image stabilization
  • SD/SDHC card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: This superzoom model will accomodate to those who are looking for a camera that can deliver better video quality. Sports and nature photographer will approve of the 20x optical zoom, too.

Pricing and availability: TBA.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
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    Notable features:
  • 10 megapixels
  • Electronic viewfinder
  • 20x optical zoom
  • 28mm wide-angle lens
  • 2.5-inch tilt/swivel LCD
  • Manual exposure control
  • Optical image stabilization
  • SD/SDHC card expansion slot


  • Quick summary: The PowerShot SX10 IS is almost similar to the PowerShot SX1 IS, and is probably targeted at consumers who are not fussy about the video quality from compact shooters.

Pricing and availability: TBA.


Tags: DSLR, Optical Zoom, Camera, movie, Nikon Corp.

 

 

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FishSM says...
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