EOS 1100D – Rebel T3 info and reviews
EOS 1100D – Rebel T3 – Kiss X50
1100D information, reviews and updates
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The 1100D was announced in February 2011 as a follow on to the successful 1000D.
This page includes reviews, technical information and product updates, such as firmware.
Any new 1100D related info will appear here.
EOS 1100D/T3 – key features:
- Superior 12-megapixel image quality
- On-screen Feature Guide
- Creative Auto and Basic+
- HD video capture
- ISO 100-6400 sensitivity
- Wide-area 9-point AF system
- 63-zone iFCL exposure metering
- 6.8cm (2.7”), 230,000-dot screen
- Use with all EF and EF-S lenses
Information and Reviews
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Reviews/Previews
1100D Latest
2011 October
19th Canon UK announce a ‘winter’ cashback scheme for various printers/lenses/cameras
http://www.canon.co.uk/wintercashback/
March
11th Updated reviews
February
23rd Info and reviews updated
10th Info and reviews updated
7th The 1100D is finally announced, replacing one of Canon’s oldest DSLRs in the range. 12MP and video are key features.
UK press Info
London, UK, 7th February 2011 – Canon today unveils the new EOS 1100D – the Digital SLR (DSLR) for consumers who want to take the first step on their journey to outstanding still images and HD video. Featuring many technologies developed for more advanced models, and functions which make it even easier to capture fantastic images straight out of the box, the EOS 1100D helps you to have fun with your photography and impress your friends with amazing portraits, landscapes or creative shots.
As your skills develop, the EOS 1100D grows with you. As the gateway to Canon’s world-famous EOS System, the EOS 1100D lets you experiment with more than 60 different lenses and other accessories including Speedlite flashes, to explore the world of photography.
Advanced imaging made easy
Compact and lightweight, the EOS 1100D is a highly versatile DSLR that’s easy to carry with you, allowing you to capture any moment in stunning quality. When a scene lends itself to video as well as stills, 720p HD video capture is easily accessible via the dedicated movie function on the mode dial. Never miss a moment of the action as you frame your image easily and accurately through the newly-designed, bright optical viewfinder, offering 95% coverage of the scene. Alternatively, use Live View to see how different shooting modes will affect the final image on the large rear screen.
You’ll be able to take great images as soon as you start using the EOS 1100D. A Feature Guide in the menu system offers a brief description of each key camera setting and its effect, helping beginners to learn about their camera as they use it.
Basic+ and Creative Auto remove any confusing technical terms, using plain language to describe settings and their effect on the final image. Apply a different ambience to a scene, with Basic+ adjusting exposure, white balance and image processing settings according to easy-to-understand pre-sets based on the creative intent or lighting type. Alternatively, blur the background to create more interesting results with Creative Auto, which takes all the confusion out of achieving the desired effect.
Shoot and share anywhere
The EOS 1100D also makes it easier to shoot and instantly share your images and HD video with friends and family. The large 6.8cm (2.7”) LCD screen features a sharp 230k-dot resolution and wide viewing angle, making it easy to review the day’s shoot immediately. Alternatively, sit back and enjoy the big-screen image playback by connecting the EOS 1100D directly to an HDTV via HDMI, using the TV remote control to scroll through images and enjoy your own high-quality video.
Thanks to support for Eye-Fi Connected Functions*1, EOS 1100D users can wirelessly transfer their images to a home PC or bypass this stage completely and upload images and video direct to an online sharing account like the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or Flickr – inspiring everyone to share special, fun and creative photography.
From beginners to pros, the EOS system is used the world over
Designed as a user-friendly, powerful, entry-level DSLR, the EOS 1100D features an impressive specification to support the image quality and performance promised by the Canon and EOS brands.
A 12.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor enables A3 size images to be recorded or cropped for exciting compositions, without compromising on image quality or print size, while DIGIC 4 image processing allows you to freeze the action with high-speed shooting at 3 frames per second*2. Low light subjects can be captured with minimal noise and without resorting to using a flash thanks to a sensitive ISO range of 100 – 6400, and the fast, accurate nine-point autofocus (AF) system ensures the subject is in focus no matter where they may stand in the frame. The EOS 1100D also uses the same iFCL metering system developed for the semi-professional EOS 7D, ensuring all subjects are well-exposed, even in the most challenging lighting conditions.
The EOS 1100D will be available with a new addition to Canon’s range of EF lenses. The EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II is a new kit lens that offers EOS 1100D users the flexibility to shoot everything from sweeping landscapes to portraits. A lightweight construction means it’s easy to carry, and Canon’s acclaimed optical Image Stabilization offers a 4-stop advantage to ensure sharp images at maximum zoom and when shooting in low light. The new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II will succeed the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS in Canon’s current lens portfolio.
EOS 1100D – key features:
Superior 12-megapixel image quality
On-screen Feature Guide
Creative Auto and Basic+
HD video capture
ISO 100-6400 sensitivity
Wide-area 9-point AF system
63-zone iFCL exposure metering
6.8cm (2.7”), 230,000-dot screen
Use with all EF and EF-S lenses
*1 This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the card manufacturer. Also note that approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with the card manufacturer
*2 JPEG file size only
Technologies explained
Canon CMOS sensor
Exclusively designed and manufactured by Canon to work in combination with its own DIGIC processors, Canon’s CMOS technology integrates advanced noise reduction circuitry at each pixel site, delivering virtually noise-free images. In comparison with CCD technology, the lower power consumption characteristics of Canon’s CMOS sensors also contribute to longer battery life.
Signal conversion in Canon’s CMOS sensors is handled by individual amplifiers at each pixel site. Unnecessary charge transfer operations are avoided, vastly speeding up the process of getting the signal to the image processor. Noise is reduced, power consumption is limited and faster frame rate potential is increased.
DIGIC 4
Image data captured by the CMOS sensor is processed by Canon’s purpose-built
DIGIC 4 image processors before being written to memory card. DIGIC technology uses advanced image processing algorithms to ensure precise, natural colours, tonal gradation, accurate white balance, and advanced noise reduction. Ultra-fast processing speeds result in highly responsive camera operation and near-instant start-up times.
DIGIC chips work with a high speed image buffer, reading, processing, compressing and writing image data fast enough to keep the buffer clear during long continuous shooting bursts. In addition, because DIGIC 4 integrates all key processing functions, power consumption is kept to a minimum.
iFCL metering system with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering sensor
The iFCL system uses focus, colour and luminance information to determine consistently exposed shots. All focus points provide distance information to the metering system to determine the location of the subject and allow the algorithm to weight the exposure accordingly.
Both the EOS 600D and EOS 1100D models feature a metering sensor with 63 zones, compatible with all nine AF points. Typically, metering sensors are more sensitive to red subjects which can lead to overexposure. The EOS 600D and EOS 1100D counter this with the dual layer sensor, which has one layer sensitive to red and green light and one that is sensitive to blue and green light. The metering algorithm then compares the level of the two layers and adjusts the meter reading accordingly.
EOS Integrated Cleaning System
The new EOS 600D features the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, used to combat sensor dust in three important ways: Reduce, Repel and Remove.
Reduce – Internal camera mechanisms are designed to minimise dust generation. The redesigned body cap prevents dust generation through wear on the cap itself
Repel – Anti-static technologies, including a magnesium fluoride coating, are applied to the low-pass filter covering the front of the sensor so as not to attract dust
Remove – A Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit uses hi-frequency vibrations to shake dust from the infrared filter for a period of approximately one second after each start up. For instant shooting after power up, this feature is disabled immediately as the shutter release is depressed
The front surface of the EOS 1100D’s low-pass filter features a fluorine coating to minimize dust adhesion to the sensor. Both the EOS 600D and the EOS 1100D feature an internal Dust Delete Data system, which can map the position of visible dust on the sensor. This can then be deleted automatically after the shoot with the latest Digital Photo Professional software.
EOS Movie
EOS Movie allows users to record Full HD (1920x1080p) movies on the EOS 600D and HD (1280x720p) movies on the EOS 1100D. The EOS 600D offers full manual control of exposure and frame rates of 30, 25 and 24 fps at full resolution, with 60 and 50 fps available at 720p resolution. The EOS 1100D has a choice of 30 and 25 fps frame rates.
When filming Full HD footage with the EOS 600D, Movie Digital Zoom can be used to magnify the centre of the sensor by 3-10x while maintaining Full HD quality.
Picture Styles
Picture Style presets can be likened to different film types – each one offering a different colour response. Within each selectable preset, photographers have control over sharpness, contrast, colour tone and saturation. The camera’s Standard Picture Style is designed to deliver immediately-usable JPEG images without need for additional processing. When shooting RAW images Picture Styles can be revised with Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software.
The presets available with both the EOS 600D and EOS 1100D are:
Standard: For crisp, vivid images that don’t require post-processing.
Portrait: Optimises colour tone and saturation and weakens sharpening to achieve attractive skin tones.
Landscape: For punchier greens and blues with stronger sharpening to give a crisp edge to mountain, tree and building outlines.
Neutral: Ideal for post-processing.
Faithful: Adjusts colour to match the subject colour when shot under a colour temperature of 5200K.
Monochrome: For black and white shooting with a range of filter effects (yellow, orange, red and green) and toning effects (sepia, blue, purple and green.
A new Picture Style has been added to the EOS 600D – Picture Style Auto. This new Picture Style makes fine adjustments, based on the EOS Scene Detection System’s analysis, to create a Picture Style for the particular image. Three User Defined Picture Styles can be used to store customised pre-sets created using the supplied Picture Style Editor, or any of the pre-sets available for download from Canon’s web site: www.canon.co.jp/Imaging/picturestyle/file/index.htm
Basic+
Basic+ is a creative imaging function that was first introduced in the EOS 60D, which makes it easier to create the desired image effects when shooting a scene. With Basic+, photographers have the option to apply a creative intent to their images whilst using the scene-based modes.
Shoot by ambience: exposure compensation and white balance are adjusted according to preset styles to create ambience or tone in the image
Shoot by lighting or scene type: a simplified form of white balance, which allows new digital photographers to change the white balance settings according to more understandable terms such as “Daylight”, “Shade”, “Cloudy”, “Sunset”, “Tungsten light” and “Fluorescent light”
Auto Lighting Optimizer (ALO)
Auto Lighting Optimiser analyses the image and selectively adjusts the brightness to achieve a more even result. For example, when a person is backlit, ALO detects the face and increases its brightness to ensure a more pleasing image.
Lens peripheral illumination correction
The lens peripheral illumination correction function uses the power of the DIGIC 4 image processor to improve image quality by maintaining evenness of illumination from corner to corner, even when shooting wide open with a zoom lens. When shooting in RAW this correction can be further adjusted using
Digital Photo Professional.
Highlight Tone Priority
With Highlight Tone Priority the dynamic range of the highlight tones is extended. The gradation between 18% greys (standard exposure) and the highlights are improved, reducing loss of detail in highlights. This enables a picture with a large proportion of highlights, such as a brightly-lit bride in her wedding gown, to show greater detail in the white and grey areas of the photo, making the image more attractive and natural.
Feature Guide
The Feature Guide acts as an on-board guide by displaying a simple description of each mode and the functions on the Quick Control Screen.
Digital Photo Professional Software
Digital Photo Professional (DPP) software provides high speed, high quality processing of lossless RAW images. Processing with Digital Photo Professional allows real-time display and immediate application of image adjustments, giving control over RAW image variables such as white balance, dynamic range, exposure compensation, noise reduction and colour tone – plus the ability to view Auto Focus points on an image and apply un-sharp mask sharpening. The Lens Aberration correction tool allows precise correction of different types of distortion caused by certain lenses. Newly added is a set of distortion corrections for use with the EF 8-15mm f/4L USM Fisheye. These corrections allow you to produce fisheye images for different uses.
Emphasize Linearity: Converts the image to a ‘Central Projection’ style image. This creates a full frame image from a circular fisheye image.
Emphasize Distance: This converts the image into an ‘Equidistant Projection’ image. This method preserves distance relationships between objects, but removes much of the distortion. It is particularly useful for creating star maps and solar path diagrams.
Emphasize Periphery: This converts the image into a ‘Stereographic Projection’ image. This allows positional relationships on a spherical surface to be displayed correctly, such as an image of a globe.
Emphasize Centre: This converts the image to an ‘Orthogonal Projection’ image, enlarging the centre of the image. This is useful for city planners to measure the luminance of an area by the sky to ensure adequate lighting.
Images can be recorded in camera with sRGB or Adobe RGB colour space. Images can also be rotated and trimmed allowing photographers to correct framing and horizons as part of the RAW processing. Digital Photo Professional also provides full support for the rating system within the EOS 600D and EOS 1100D allowing star ratings to be added or edited for easier sorting.
Digital Photo Professional supports sRGB, Adobe RGB, ColorMatch RGB, Apple RGB and
Wide Gamut RGB colour spaces. ICC (International Colour Consortium) profiles can be attached to TIFF or JPEG images when converted from RAW. This allows faithful reproduction of colours in software applications that support ICC profiles, such as Adobe Photoshop. For improved efficiency, a set of image adjustments can be saved as a recipe and applied.
EOS Utility
The latest version of EOS Utility provides essential support for Live View remote shooting (with the ability to overlay an image to assist with alignment of subsequent shots during product photography), camera configuration and image transfers. Tightly integrated with Digital Photo Professional, EOS Utility can be configured to monitor ‘hot’ folders, automatically renaming and moving incoming images to a structured file system. Images can also be tagged with EXIF data, including copyright information. Newly added is the ability to register background music, with users now able to add or remove .WAV format files from the playlist used by the camera*3.
Picture Style Editor
Picture Style Editor allows photographers to create individual Picture Styles that meet their personal requirements. Each Picture Style contains detailed information on how specific colours should be represented within an image. Once new Picture Styles have been created, they can be uploaded directly into the camera and applied to JPEG or RAW images. When working with RAW files in DPP, both personal Picture Styles and predetermined Picture Styles can be adjusted.
ZoomBrowser EX (PC)/ImageBrowser (MAC)
ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser is designed to give photographers a quick and easy way of managing their images. Basic JPEG editing functionality enables users to adjust image brightness and colour balance, with an in-software connection to DPP for RAW image editing. Users can select, rename and resize multiple images at once, set star ratings and organise images by shooting date, making it simple to manage large image libraries. Photographers can also select, add comments and then print images via a range of simplified printing options, and direct uploads to
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY enables image sharing via personal online photo albums.
ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser also offers support for video editing, including a new Video Snapshot Edit Task that makes it easy for users to manage, edit and share Video Snapshot Albums.
Video Snapshot Edit Task
This feature allows Video Snapshot Albums to be edited using a computer. Individual snapshots can be removed or reordered, and a background music track can also be added*3. The resulting file can be uploaded to YouTube™ quickly and easily using a new YouTube™ upload task.
*3 Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded images or copyrighted music and images with music in the memory card for anything but private enjoyment.
The Kiss X50 in Red
Picture from MegaPixel
1100D Specifications
| Canon Rebel T3 (EOS 1100D) specifications | |
| International naming | US: Canon Rebel T3 Japan: Canon EOS Kiss Digital X50 Elsewhere: Canon EOS 1100D |
|---|---|
| Pricing | US: $599.99 with IS II lens Europe: UK: £419 body only |
| Body material | Plastic (Stainless Steel chassis) |
| Sensor* | 12.2 million effective pixels 12.6 million total pixels 22.2 x 14.7 mm CMOS sensor RGB Color Filter Array Built-in low-pass filter with fluorine coating 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Dust reduction | Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces Software based dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later) |
| Image sizes* | 4272 x 2848 (L) 3088 x 2056 (M) 2256 x 1504 (S1) 1920 x 1280 (S2) 720 x 480 (S3) |
| Output formats | RAW (.CR2 14-bit) RAW (.CR2 14-bit) + JPEG Large JPEG (EXIF 2.3) – Fine, Normal |
| Movie recording * | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) MOV (Video: H.264, Sound: Linear PCM) Max duration 17min, Max file size 4GB |
| Image processor* | DIGIC 4 |
| Lenses | Canon EF / EF-S lens mount 1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes | TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor Auto Focus Manual Focus |
| Auto Focus | 9-point CMOS sensor Cross-type F5.6 at center AF working range: 0 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100) |
| AF modes | AI Focus One shot AI Servo |
| AF point selection | Auto Manual |
| AF assist | Flash strobe |
| Shooting modes | Auto Program AE (P) Shutter priority AE (Tv) Aperture priority AE (Av) Manual (M) Auto depth-of-field Portrait Landscape Close-up Sports Night portrait No Flash Creative Auto* |
| Metering* | TTL full aperture metering with 63-zone iFCL SPC* Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points) Partial metering at center (approx. 10% of viewfinder) Center weighted average metering Range : EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100) |
| AE Lock | Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved. Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes. |
| AE Bracketing | +/- 2.0 EV 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Exposure compen. | +/- 2.0 EV 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Sensitivity | Auto (100 – 6400) ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 ISO 3200 ISO 6400 |
| Shutter | Focal-plane shutter 30 – 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps) Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec Bulb |
| Aperture values | Depends on lens used |
| White balance | Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten White Fluorescent Light Flash Custom |
| WB Bracketing | +/-3 levels 3 images Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias |
| WB fine-tuning | Blue (-9) To Amber (+9) Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
| Color space | sRGB Adobe RGB |
| Picture style | Standard Portrait Landscape Neutral Faithful Monochrome User 1 User 2 User 3 |
| Drive modes | Single Continuous: 2 fps up to 5 RAW frames / 3 fps up to 830 JPEG Self-timer (2 -10secs) Self-timer continuous |
| Mirror lockup | Yes (custom function) |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror 95% frame coverage Magnification: 0.87x * (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity) Eyepoint: 19 mm * Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter Fixed precision matte Proximity sensor disables LCD shooting mode information |
| Viewfinder info | AF information (AF points focus confirmation light) Shutter speed Aperture value ISO speed (always displayed) AE lock Exposure level/compensation Spot metering circle Exposure warning AEB Flash ready High-speed sync FE lock Flash exposure compensation Red-eye reduction light White balance correction SD card information Monochrome shooting Maximum burst Highlight tone priority (D+)* |
| DOF preview | Yes, (assign via custom menu) |
| LCD monitor * | 2.7″ TFT LCD 230,000 pixels Wide viewing angle (170° horizontal and vertical) 7 brightness levels Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view | Live TTL display of scene from CMOS image sensor 100% frame coverage 30fps frame rate Real-time evaluative metering using CMOS image sensor Grid optional Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point) Autofocus: Quick mode, Live mode Manual Focus Remote live view using EOS Utility 2.0 (via USB or WiFi/Ethernet using WFT) |
| Flash * | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash Guide number approx 9.2* Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction X-Sync: 1/200 sec Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps) Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
| External flash | E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites Hot-shoe |
| Other features | Orientation sensor |
| Auto rotation | On (playback uses orientation data in file header) Off |
| Processing | Highlight Tone Priority Auto Lighting Optimizer (4 settings) Long exposure noise reduction High ISO speed noise reduction (4 settings) Auto Correction of Lens Peripheral illumination Basic+ (Shoot by ambience selection, Shoot by lighting or scene type) |
| Playback mode | Single image Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) Magnified view (1.5 – 10x in 15 steps, browsable) 4 and 9 image index Auto play Image rotation |
| Custom functions * | 10 custom functions with 32settings |
| Menu languages * | English German French Dutch Danish Portuguese Finnish Italian Norwegian Swedish Spanish Greek Russian * Czech Hungarian Romanian * Ukrainian * Turkish * Arabic * Thai * Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Korean Japanese |
| Firmware | User upgradable |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B Video out (PAL / NTSC) HDMI mini output (HDMI-CEC compatible)* |
| Storage * | SD / SDHC / SDXC card |
| Power * | Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery Optional ACK-E10 AC adapter kit |
| Direct printing | Canon Selphy Printers Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge PictBridge |
| Dimensions * | 130 x 100 x 78 mm |
| Weight (no battery) * | 495 g |
| Software | Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser PhotoStitch EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel) Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac) Picture Style Editor |
600D compared to 1100D (T3i vs T3)
Coloured areas show additional features of the 600D over the 1100D
| Canon EOS Digital Rebel T3i | Canon EOS Digital Rebel T3 | |
| Sensor | 18.0 MP 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor |
12.2 MP 22.2 x 14.7 mm CMOS sensor |
| Dust reduction | Low-pass filter vibration Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces Software dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later in DPP) |
Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces Software dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later in DPP) |
| Output formats | RAW (14-bit), RAW + JPEG, JPEG | RAW (14-bit), RAW + JPEG, JPEG |
| Image sizes | RAW 5184 x 3456 JPEG 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratios |
RAW 4272 x 2848 JPEG 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Movie recording | 1920 x 1080 (30/25/24 fps) 1280 x 720 (60/50 fps) 640 x 480 (60/50 fps) .MOV format (H.264, PCM audio) |
1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps) .MOV format(Video: H.264, PCM audio) |
| Movie Audio | Auto or manual control Optional wind filter |
Auto only |
| Image processor | DIGIC 4 | DIGIC 4 |
| Lenses | Canon EF / EF-S lens mount 1.6x “digital multiplier” |
Canon EF / EF-S lens mount 1.6x “digital multiplier” |
| Auto Focus | 9-point CMOS sensor F5.6 cross-type at center (extra vertical sensitivity at f2.8) Range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100) |
9-point CMOS sensor Cross-type F5.6 at center Range: 0 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100) |
| AF modes | AI Focus, One Shot, AI Servo | AI Focus, One shot, AI Servo |
| AF assist | Flash strobe | Flash strobe |
| Shooting modes | Program AE (P) Shutter priority AE (Tv) Aperture priority AE (Av) Manual (M) Auto depth-of-field Scene Intelligent Auto Flash off Creative Auto Portrait Landscape Close-up Sports Night portrait Movie |
Auto Program AE (P) Shutter priority AE (Tv) Aperture priority AE (Av) Manual (M) Auto depth-of-field Portrait Landscape Close-up Sports Night portrait Flash off Creative Auto Movie |
| Metering | Evaluative 63-zone Partial 9% Spot 4% Center-weighted average Metering range: EV 1 – 20 EV (23°C, ISO 100, 50/1.4) |
Evaluative 63-zone Partial (10%) Center weighted average metering Range : EV 1-20 (23°C, ISO100, 50/1.4) |
| AE Bracketing | +/- 2.0 EV (3 shots) 0.5 or 0.3 EV steps |
+/- 2.0 EV 0.5 or 0.3 EV steps |
| Exposure compensation | +/- 5.0 EV 0.5 or 0.3 EV steps |
+/- 5.0 EV 0.5 or 0.3 EV steps |
| Shutter | 30 – 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps) Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec Bulb |
30 – 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps) Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec Bulb |
| Sensitivity | Auto (100 – 6400) ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800(H1) |
Auto (100 – 6400) ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 |
| DOF preview | Yes (custom function) | Yes (custom function) |
| Drive modes | Single Continuous: 3.7 fps up to 34 Large/Fine JPEG / 6 RAW frames Self-timer |
Single Continuous: 2 fps up to 5 RAW frames / 3 fps up to 830 JPEG Self-timer |
| White balance | Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent Flash Custom |
Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten White Fluorescent Light Flash Custom |
| WB Bracketing | +/-3 levels 3 images Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias |
+/-3 levels 3 images Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias |
| WB fine-tuning | Blue (-9) to Amber (+9) Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
Blue (-9) To Amber (+9) Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
| Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Picture Styles | Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User 1, User 2, User 3 | Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User 1, User 2, User 3 |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror 95% frame coverage Magnification: 0.85x Eyepoint: 19 mm Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 Fixed precision matte screen |
Pentamirror 95% frame coverage Magnification: 0.87x Eyepoint: 19 mm Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 Fixed precision matte screen |
| LCD monitor | Vari-angle (tilt + swivel) 3.0″ 3:2 TFT LCD, 1,040,000 dots Wide viewing angle (170° horizontal and vertical) Dual anti-reflection, anti-smudge 7 brightness levels Up to 10x zoom playback |
Fixed 2.7″ TFT LCD, 230,000 dots Wide viewing angle (170° horizontal and vertical) 7 brightness levels Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view | Live TTL display Approx 99% frame coverage w/30 fps display rate) Real-time evaluative metering Optional grid Optional Live Histogram Magnify optional (5x or 10x at any point on the screen) Quick mode or Live modeAF |
Live TTL display 100% frame coverage w/30fps frame rate Real-time evaluative metering Optional Grid Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point) Quick mode, or Live mode AF |
| Flash | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash Guide number approx 13 9m, ISO 100) Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction Integrated Speedlite Transmitter, wireless multi-flash support X-Sync: 1/200 sec Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps) Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash Guide number approx 13 (m, iso 100) Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction X-Sync: 1/200 sec Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps) Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
| External flash | E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites Hot-shoe |
E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites Hot-shoe |
| Processing Options | Highlight Tone Priority Auto Lighting Optimizer Long exposure noise reduction High ISO noise reduction Peripheral illumination correction Basic+ (Shoot by ambiance selection, Shoot by lighting or scene type) Creative filters (Grainy B/W, Soft focus, Toy camera, Miniature effect, Fish-eye) |
Highlight Tone Priority Auto Lighting Optimizer Long exposure noise reduction High ISO noise reduction Peripheral illumination correction Basic+ (Shoot by ambiance selection, Shoot by lighting or scene type) |
| Memory | SD / SDHC /SDXC cards | SD / SDHC / SDXC card |
| Playback modes | Single image Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) Magnified view (1.5 – 10x) 4 and 9 image index Auto play Image rotation Jump (by 10, 100 or date) |
Single image Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) Magnified view (1.5 – 10x) 4 and 9 image index Auto play Image rotation |
| Custom functions | 11 custom functions with 34 settings | 10 custom functions with 32settings |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) Video out (PAL / NTSC) (integrated with USB terminal) HDMI mini output (HDMI-CEC) E3 type wired remote control Remote Controller RC-6 External microphone (3.5mm Stereo mini jack |
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B Video out (PAL / NTSC) HDMI mini output (HDMI-CEC compatible) |
| Battery | Li-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery ~440 shots (23°C 50% flash) 4 level battery life display Optional ACK-E8 AC adapter kit |
Li-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery. ~700 shots (23°C 50% flash) Optional ACK-E10 AC adapter kit |
| Weight (minus battery) | 570 g | 495 g |
| Size | 133.1 x 99.5 x 79.7 mm (5.2 x 3.9 x 3.1 in) | 130 x 100 x 78 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 3.1 in) |
Pre release info
2010 January
13th Replacement for both the 1000D and 550D at CP+ ? [1k1 & source]
The 1100D will be available in different colours. 12MP DigicIV and a new 18-55 kit lens
4th We’re told (thanks) that the 1000D replacement will appear before the 550D->600D update and will mark the debut of the DigicV processor. Note though that we’ve had no details about specs, and at CR it’s suggested as an EOS 1100D with:
12MP
HD Video
9 Point AF
ISO 100-6400
2010 December
11th A comment [CR] says that there won’t be a 1000D replacement, however our most recent comment received was that the 1000D was still proving an excellent way of getting the enthusiast market into DSLR use (on thus onto the Canon upgrade trail ;-)
October
13th Exactly one year on from the last update, the 1000D firmware has a minor revision – guess the replacement isn’t any time soon…
3 year life for the 1000D? (replacement next spring)
September
21st Photokina underway and no sign of any update for the 1000D
August
24th No sign of the camera yet, but reports of a book being written about using the camera
July
13th Further comments (thanks) that the 2000D will have a ‘side hinged’ screen.
11th In our latest 60D specs, it’s suggested that an articulating screen will first appear in the 1000D replacement.
10th Expectations of a Canon announcement next week are running high [PR , CR]
The 60D is a popular suggestion, we’re told (thanks) that it won’t happen until the replacement for the 1000D is announced (although I notice that a dual launch was not ruled out)
The Kiss F/Rebel XS is getting on a bit (in low end DSLR terms), so time perhaps for the Kiss F2?How about US naming?
Have a look at the table below (green for video included).
I’ve included Q3 2010 even though it’s only a week or so old
How about the Rebel TS? (table updated move to Oct)
June
20th We’ve had several comments asking about what any 2000D would be based on?
If you look at the 1000D it’s based on the 400D sensor, dating from a year or so before the release. Whilst any followup might got for the 12.1MP 450D sensor, we had a suggestion earlier this year that it would be the 500D (15.1MP) for video reasons. My suspicion is that Canon want the 1000D followup to be clearly at the ‘entry level’ for DSLRs.
See 1000D/450D/500D comparison for an overview
17th The 1000D is marked as ‘discontinued’ by Canon in Hong Kong.
January
18th One good reason we keep all our old rumours on the page…
There has been mention of the 2000D and 6000D on a number of forums
It looks as if people are finding referemces to what was the Canon EOS D2000 / Kodak DCS 520.
Sound familiar? Jump back to September 2008
6th Some February announcements seem on the way [CR] and the 1000D dating from mid 2008 is due for an update, but maybe not until the 550D has made some space for it in the lineup?
2009 November
29th Stirings on the 2000D rumour front with the 2kD getting a flip screen [CR]. We’ve had suggestions that this and the 60D would be first to get this.
September
24th At CR they’ve had a suggestion for a 1500D – not a number I’ve seen mentioned before.
Some specs
12MP
Movie 1080 @30 fps
460k fixed LCD
Think 1000D with video and sensor from 450D.
I’d expect a few more consumer oriented whistles and bells but nothing to threaten 500D sales too much.
As below, due ‘real soon now’ ;-)
August
27th Several comments suggesting that the 2000D may still get a 2009 release – just add video and a few alterations to the 1000D
At CR it’s suggested for announcement on September 1st
July
2nd Well, no announcements from Canon.
At CR they now have a July 7th announcement pencilled in, possibly waiting until after something from Nikon.
We’ve had no updates yet, although it’s worth noting they didn’t do a press event (in the UK) for the 50D and 500D. Usually it’s just consumer and ‘pro’ kit that get the full treatment.
June
30th No sign of any new stuff yet…
28th More specs for Tuesday 30th at CR
15.1mp
7 AF points
3fps
ISO 100-3200
3″ LCD (Not Articulating)
720P Video (30fps & 24fps) NO 1080p
SD Card
USB 2.0
HDMI Out
Video Out
LP-E5 Battery
For the video specs I’d expect to see 25FPS (PAL compatibility) long before 24FPS in an entry level model, unless Canon really wants to aim the 1000D replacement at the independent film maker market…
25th We’re told (thanks) to expect news next Tuesday (30th)
No signs of any big build up, although the 1000D was announced without great fanfare.
The 30th is also one of the expected dates for a Nikon release too
17th Minor updates in Canon software noted.
An Australian site [CD] suggests:
15.1MP
3fps
720P 30fps video
ISO 100-6400
2.5″ flip out LCD
This is similar to a CR report from April.
May
3rd A flip out display? We’ve had mentions of this several times in the past, along with the comment that it wouldn’t happen until ‘the market’ warranted it.
We’re now told (thanks) that it’s slated first for the 2000D and then the 60D.
April
Unencumbered by the Kiss/Rebel naming, the rest of the world is expecting a 2000D later this year … OK maybe an 1100D or somesuch.
At CR there is a suggestion that it’ll be the Rebel T1
2009 February
21st No SLRs for PMA – looks as if the economy has slowed the update rate – see Canon rumours for more release date info.
2008 October
16th On CR, a potential announcement date for new Canon stuff – Feb 10th for replacements for the 1D3, 450D (Rebel XSi) and 1000D (Rebel XS) and two lenses (not the 35L since that’s for the 1Ds4 in the Summer
4th – there has been mention of the 2000D and 6000D on a number of forums
It looks as if people are finding referemces to what was the Canon EOS D2000 / Kodak DCS 520.
With a 1.6x CCD sensor of 1728 x 1152, I suspect this is not what will replace the 1000D ;-) [more info]
2008 August
30th With the 50D announcement we can look for the following specs
12MP min (14mp likely if lots of the competition move to 14MP)
Liveview with face detection AF
Digic IV
100% micro lens coverage
14 bit
6400 iso
HDMI output
Video output
New auto ISO picture styles
With a potential 1 year refresh cycle, look for the 2000D (or whatever it gets called) in late spring 2009
1000D /Rebel XS/Kiss F – Full Specifications for comparison
| List price (EU) | Body only: €549 , Kit: €649 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| International naming | Europe: Canon EOS 1000D , Japan: Canon EOS Kiss Digital F |
| Body material | Plastic (Stainless Steel chassis) |
| Sensor | 10.1 million effective pixels , 10.5 million total pixels , 22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS sensor , RGB Color Filter Array , Built-in low-pass filter with self cleaning unit , 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Dust reduction | Low-pass filter vibration at power-on (can be interrupted) , Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces , Software based dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later) |
| Image sizes | 3888 x 2592 (L) , 2816 x 1880 (M) , 1936 x 1288 (S) |
| Output formats | RAW (.CR2) + JPEG Large/Fine , JPEG (EXIF 2.21) – Fine, Normal |
| Image processor | DIGIC III |
| Lenses | Canon EF / EF-S lens mount , 1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes | Auto Focus , Manual Focus (switch on lens) |
| Auto Focus | 7-point CMOS sensor with F5.6 cross type at center , AF working range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100) |
| AF modes | AI Focus , One shot , AI Servo |
| AF point selection | Auto , Manual |
| AF assist | Flash strobe |
| Shooting modes | Auto , Program AE (P) , Shutter priority AE (Tv) , Aperture priority AE (Av) , Manual (M) , Auto depth-of-field , Portrait , Landscape , Close-up , Sports , Night portrait , Flash off |
| Metering | TTL 35-zone SPC , Metering range: EV 1.0 – 20 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100, 50 mm F1.4) |
| Metering modes | Evaluative 35-zone , Partial 9% at center , Center-weighted average |
| AE Lock | AE lock button |
| AE Bracketing | +/- 2.0 EV , 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Exposure compen. | +/- 2.0 EV , 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Sensitivity | Auto (100 – 800) , ISO 100 , ISO 200 , ISO 400 , ISO 800 , ISO 1600 |
| Shutter | Focal-plane shutter , 30 – 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps) , Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec , Bulb |
| Aperture values | F1.0 – F91 (0.3 EV steps) , Actual aperture range depends on lens used |
| White balance | , Auto , Daylight , Shade , Cloudy , Tungsten , Fluorescent , Flash , Custom |
| WB Bracketing | +/-3 levels , 3 images , Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias |
| WB fine-tuning | Blue (-9) To Amber (+9) , Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
| Color space | sRGB , Adobe RGB |
| Picture style | Standard , Portrait , Landscape , Neutral , Faithful , Monochrome , User 1 , User 2 , User 3 |
| Custom image parameters | Sharpness: 0 to 7 , Contrast: -4 to +4 , Saturation: -4 to +4 , Color tone: -4 to +4 , B&W filter: None, Yellow, Orange, Red, Green , B&W tone: None, Sepia, Blue, Purple, Green |
| Drive modes | Single , Continuous: 3.0 fps JPEG to card capacity 1.5 fps for5 RAW frames or 4 RAW+JPEG , Self-timer 10 secs (2 sec with mirror lock-up) , Self-timer continuous |
| Mirror lockup | Yes (custom function) |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror , 95% frame coverage , Magnification: 0.81x (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity) , Eyepoint: 21 mm , Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter , Fixed precision matte |
| Viewfinder info | AF information (AF points focus confirmation light) , Shutter speed Aperture value , ISO speed (always displayed) , AE lock , Exposure level/compensation , Exposure warning AEB Flash ready High-speed sync FE lock Flash exposure compensation Red-eye reduction light White balance correction SD card information Monochrome shooting Maximum burst |
| DOF preview | Yes, button |
| LCD monitor | 2.5″ TFT LCD , 230,000 pixels , Wide viewing angle (160° horizontal and vertical) , 7 brightness levels , Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view | Live TTL display of scene from CMOS image sensor , 100% frame coverage , Real-time evaluative metering using CMOS image sensor , Best view or exposure simulation , Grid optional (thirds) , Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point) , Optional Auto-focus with mirror-down / mirror-up sequence , Two modes; normal and quieter , Remote live view using EOS Utility 2.0 (via USB) , Manual focus only |
| Camera settings display | Shutter speed , Aperture , Sensitivity (ISO) , Exposure mode , Meter / Exposure compenation , Bracketing , Flash compensation , White balance & fine tuning , Metering mode , Custom function set , Auto focus mode , Drive mode , Auto focus areas , Black & white mode , Beep , Red-eye reduction , Image size / quality , Battery status , Frames remaining |
| Record review | Uses last play mode , Magnification possible , 2 / 4 / 8 sec / Hold |
| Flash | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash , Guide number approx 13 , Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction , X-Sync: 1/200 sec , Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps) , Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
| External flash | E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites , Hot-shoe |
| Other features | Orientation sensor |
| Auto rotation | On (playback uses orientation data in file header) , Off |
| Playback mode | Single image , Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) , Magnified view (1.5 – 10x in 15 steps, browsable) , 4 and 9 image index , Auto play , Image rotation , Jump (by 10, 100 or date) |
| Custom functions | 12 custom functions with 32 settings |
| Menu languages | English German French Dutch Danish Portuguese Finnish Italian Norwegian Swedish Spanish Greek Simplified Chinese Japanese Traditional Chinese Korean Russian Polish Hungarian Czech |
| Firmware | User upgradable |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B , Video out (PAL / NTSC) , E3 type wired remote control |
| Storage | SD / SDHC card |
| Power | Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery (7.4 V, 1050 mAh) , Optional ACK-E5 AC adapter kit |
| Battery Grip | Yes, BG-E5 |
| Direct printing | Canon Selphy Printers , Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function , Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge , PictBridge |
| Dimensions | 126 x 98 x 62 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
| Weight (with battery) | 502 g (1.1 lb) |
| Software | Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser , PhotoStitch , EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel) , Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac) |
40D vs. 450D vs. 1000D in size
Comparison between 1000D/450D/400D
| Canon EOS 450D, Digital Rebel XSi | Canon 1000D, Digital Rebel XS | Canon EOS 400D, Digital Rebel XTi | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | Plastic with rubber front and rear grip. | Plastic with textured grip | Plastic with textured front grip and rubber rear grip |
| Dust removal | Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating | Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating | Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 22.2 x 14.8 mm | 22.2 x 14.8 mm | 22.2 x 14.8 mm |
| Effective pixels | 12.2 million | 10.1 million | 10.1 million |
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| FOV crop | 1.6x | 1.6x | 1.6x |
| Image size | 4272 x 2848 | 3888 x 2592 | 3888 x 2592 |
| Live View | Yes, Up to 10x magnify, Mirror flip AF, Different modes, | Yes, Up to 10x magnify, Mirror flip AF, Different modes | No |
| Lens support | Canon EF / EF-S | Canon EF / EF-S | Canon EF / EF-S |
| File formats | JPEG, RAW (CR2) | JPEG, RAW (CR2) | JPEG, RAW (CR2) |
| Auto focus | 9 point, 1 cross-type (F2.8), -0.5 to 18 EV, Eye-start AF option, | 7 point, 1 cross-type (F5.6), -0.5 to 18 EV, | 9 point, 1 cross-type, -0.5 to 18 EV, |
| AF illuminator | Flash strobe | Flash strobe | Flash strobe |
| Metering sensor | 35 zone | 35 zone | 35 zone |
| Metering range | 1 to 20 EV | 1 to 20 EV | 1 to 20 EV |
| Metering modes | Evaluative, Partial, Spot, CWA | Evaluative, Partial, CWA | Evaluative, Partial, CWA |
| Exp. comp. | +/- 2.0 EV | +/- 2.0 EV | +/- 2.0 EV |
| Exp. comp. EV steps | 0.3 or 0.5 EV | 0.3 or 0.5 EV | 0.3 or 0.5 EV |
| Manual EV steps | 0.3 or 0.5 EV | 0.3 or 0.5 EV | 0.3 or 0.5 EV |
| Sensitivity range (boost setting) | 100 – 1600 | 100 – 1600 | 100 – 1600 |
| Auto ISO adjust | Yes | Yes | No |
| Shutter speed | 30 – 1/4000 sec | 30 – 1/4000 sec | 30 – 1/4000 sec |
| Continuous rate (high) | 3.5 fps, 53 JPEG/Fine frames, 6 RAW frames | 3.0 fps, JPEG until card full, 1.5 fps, 5 RAW frames | 3.0 fps, 27 JPEG/Fine frames, 10 RAW frames |
| White balance | 6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual | 6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual | 6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual |
| Image parameters | 6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 | 6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 | 6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 |
| Noise reduction control | 1 additional level | 1 additional level | 4 levels |
| DR extension mode | Auto lighting optimizer, Highlight Tone Priority | Auto lighting optimizer | No |
| Built-in flash | Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) | Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) | Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) |
| Flash sync speed | 1/200 sec | 1/200 sec | 1/200 sec |
| Remote release | RS50-E3 cable release, RC-1 or RC-5 wireless | RS50-E3 cable release | RS50-E3 cable release, RC-1 or RC-5 wireless |
| Storage | SD (Inc. SDHC) | SD (Inc. SDHC) | CF |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.87 x magnification | Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.81x magnification | Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.80x magnification |
| LCD monitor | 3.0″ TFT LCD, 230,000 dots | 2.5″ TFT LCD, 230,000 dots | 2.5″ TFT LCD, 230,000 dots |
| Battery | LP-E5, 1080 mAh, 7.4V | LP-E5, 1080 mAh, 7.4V | NB-2LH, 720 mAh, 7.4V |
| Battery life, (CIPA tests, 50% with flash) | 500 (23°C), 400 (0°C) | 500 (23°C), 400 (0°C) | 360 (23°C), 280 (0°C) |
| Vertical grip | Yes, BG-E5, optional | Yes, BG-E5, optional | Yes, BG-E3, optional |
| Other features | Custom ‘My Menu’, ISO in viewfinder, High ISO noise reduction | Custom ‘My Menu’, ISO in viewfinder, High ISO noise reduction | |
| Dimensions | 129 x 98 x 62 mm, (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) | 126 x 98 x 62 mm, (5.0 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) | 127 x 94 x 65 mm, (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in) |
| Weight (inc batt) | 524 g (1.2 lb) | 502 g (1.1 lb) | 556 g (1.2 lb) |
Comparison 1000D/450D/500D
| IMAGE SENSOR |
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| Type : | 22.2 x 14.8mm CMOS | 22.2 x 14.8mm CMOS | 22.3 x 14.9mm CMOS | ||||||||||||||
| Effective Pixels : | Approx. 10.1M | Approx. 12.2M | Approx. 15.1M | ||||||||||||||
| Total Pixels : | Approx. 10.5M | Approx. 12.4M | Approx. 15.5M | ||||||||||||||
| Aspect Ratio : | 3:2 | 3:2 | 3:2 | ||||||||||||||
| Low-Pass Filter : | Built-in/Fixed | Built-in/Fixed with Self Cleaning Sensor Unit | Built-in/Fixed with Self Cleaning Sensor Unit | ||||||||||||||
| Sensor Cleaning : | EOS integrated cleaning system | EOS integrated cleaning system | EOS integrated cleaning system | ||||||||||||||
| Colour Filter Type : | Primary Colour | Primary Colour | Primary Colour | ||||||||||||||
| IMAGE PROCESSOR | |||||||||||||||||
| Type : | DIGIC III | DIGIC III | DIGIC 4 | ||||||||||||||
| LENS | |||||||||||||||||
| Lens Mount : | EF/EF-S | EF/EF-S | EF/EF-S | ||||||||||||||
| Focal Length : | Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens | Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens | Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens | ||||||||||||||
| FOCUSING | |||||||||||||||||
| Type : | TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor | TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor | TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor | ||||||||||||||
| AF System/ Points : | 7 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre) | 9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8) | 9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8) | ||||||||||||||
| AF Working Range : | EV -0.5 – 18 (at 23°C ISO100) | EV -0.5 -18 (at 23°C ISO100) | EV -0.5 -18 (at 23°C ISO100) | ||||||||||||||
| AF Modes : | AI Focus One Shot AI Servo |
AI Focus One Shot AI Servo |
AI Focus One Shot AI Servo |
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| AF Point Selection : | Automatic selection, Manual selection | Automatic selection, Manual selection | Automatic selection, Manual selection | ||||||||||||||
| Selected AF Point Display : | Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor | Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor | Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor | ||||||||||||||
| Predictive AF : | Yes, up to 10m ¹ | Yes, up to 10m ¹ | Yes, up to 10m ¹ | ||||||||||||||
| AF Lock : | Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode. | Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode. | Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode. | ||||||||||||||
| AF Assist Beam : | Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite | Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite | Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite | ||||||||||||||
| Manual Focus : | Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode | Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode | Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode | ||||||||||||||
| EXPOSURE CONTROL | |||||||||||||||||
| Metering Modes : | TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC (1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points) (2) Partial metering at center (approx. 10% of viewfinder) (3) Center weighted average metering |
TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC (1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points) (2) Partial metering at center (approx. 9% of viewfinder) (3) Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center) (4) Center weighted average metering |
TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC (1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points) (2) Partial metering at center (approx. 9% of viewfinder) (3) Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center) (4) Center weighted average metering |
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| Metering Range : | EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100) | EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100) | EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100) | ||||||||||||||
| AE Lock : | Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved. Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes. |
Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved. Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes. |
Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved. Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes. |
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| Exposure Compensation : | +/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB). | +/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB). | +/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB). | ||||||||||||||
| AEB : | +/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments | +/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments | +/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments | ||||||||||||||
| ISO Sensitivity* : | AUTO(100-800), 100 – 1600 (in 1-stop increments) | Auto(100-800), 100 – 1600 (in 1-stop increments) | AUTO(100-1600), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Expandable to 6400 + H (approx 12800) in 1-stop increments | ||||||||||||||
| SHUTTER | |||||||||||||||||
| Type : | Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter | Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter | Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter | ||||||||||||||
| Speed : | 30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) | 30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) | 30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) | ||||||||||||||
1000D info
| CANON’S NEW EOS REBEL XS CAMERA LOOKS TO INSPIRE A NEW GENERATION OF DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHERSPhotographers Looking for the Next Step Up From Their Point-and-Shoot Camera Will Enjoy the High-End Features and Fun-to-Use SLR Technology of Canon’s Newest Rebel CameraLAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., July 8, 2008 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the introduction of the EOS Rebel XS, a new entry-level digital camera that affordably puts Canon SLR technology such as an Optical Imaged Stabilized lens and easy-to-use professional features into the hands of emerging photographers. Consumers looking to take their photography a step further and begin shooting with an SLR will find the transition easier than ever with Canon’s new Rebel XS digital SLR camera. From the parent photographing a little league game, to the tourist shooting a wondrous new city, the Canon Rebel XS camera makes photography easy for everyone. Canon has also introduced the latest model in the EX series of Speedlite flashes: the Canon Speedlite 430EX II.
Ideal for a wide range of photographers from first-time digital SLR users to veteran photo enthusiasts, the new Canon EOS Rebel XS camera was designed to embody what customers have come to expect from the EOS Rebel series – a fast, non-intimidating, lightweight, easy-to-use camera that produces excellent images and starts emerging photographers off on the right foot. Immediately, photographers will take notice of the camera’s Optical Image Stabilized kit lens for crisp focus, compensating for camera shake from unsteady hands or a moving vehicle. The new Rebel model also incorporates Canon’s DIGIC III image processor, 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, Live View, Auto Lighting Optimizer, 7-point wide-area autofocus (AF) sensor and 3.0 frames per second continuous JPEG burst rate where the number of consecutive shots in a burst is only limited by the capacity of the flash memory card in the camerai. “We are proud to introduce the new EOS Rebel XS camera at a very exciting time in digital imaging. As consumers have fully embraced digital photography, with many consumers purchasing their second or third digital camera models, we see the Rebel XS as the bridge to help photographers cross over from the world of point-and-shoot cameras to digital SLR technology,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A. A first in Canon’s EOS line-up, the Rebel XS camera’s continuous JPEG burst rate allows users to continuously shoot a scene until the memory card is at capacity. This will be particularly helpful for new photographers looking to capture that perfect image of a moving subject. The Live View function allows users to frame and shoot images in real time via the camera’s 2.5 inch LCD screen, a great feature for users accustomed to framing shots via LCD monitors on point-and-shoot digital cameras. The Camera’s Auto Lighting Optimizer detects dark areas of an image and automatically adjusts brightness and contrast to ensure optimal image results. The Canon Rebel XS allows greater ease of use through large control buttons and easy-to-see operating panel indications such as ISO settings visible through the viewfinder and Canon Speedlite controls through the camera LCD menu. The Rebel XS incorporates an APS-C size (22.2 x 14.8 mm) CMOS sensor with 10.1 million pixel images and Canon’s exclusive high-performance DIGIC III image processor to help deliver high levels of imaging performance and responsiveness. It also has Canon’s exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System, which features both hardware and software-based dust removal technology. Additionally, weighing less than 1 lb./450 grams, this camera is the lightest body in the EOS digital series camera lineup. The EOS Rebel XS camera is compatible with Canon’s extensive lineup of more than 60 EF and EF-S lenses, including the Image Stabilizer-equipped EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS, which is included in the camera’s standard zoom lens kit package. The Canon Rebel XS will be available in black or silver coloured body variations. Canon Speedlite 430EX II In the Box Though standard in the EOS Rebel XS kit, the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens is also available as a stand-alone purchase and carries an estimated retail price of $199.99. About Canon U.S.A., Inc. |
Brief review of 450D specs for comparison
| List price (US) | Body only: $799, Kit: $899 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| List price (EU) | Body only: €749, Kit: €849 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| International naming | US: Canon Rebel Digital XSi Japan: Canon EOS Kiss Digital x2 Elsewhere: Canon EOS 450D |
| Body material | Plastic (Stainless Steel chassis) |
| Sensor | 12.2 million effective pixels 12.4 million total pixels 22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS sensor RGB Colour Filter Array Built-in low-pass filter with self cleaning unit 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Dust reduction | Low-pass filter vibration at power-on (can be interrupted) Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces Software based dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later) |
| Image sizes | 4272 x 2848 (L) 3088 x 2056 (M) 2256 x 1504 (S) |
| Output formats | RAW (.CR2 14-bit) RAW (.CR2 14-bit) + JPEG Large/Fine JPEG (EXIF 2.21) – Fine, Normal |
| Image processor | DIGIC III |
| Lenses | Canon EF / EF-S lens mount, 1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes | Auto Focus, Manual Focus (switch on lens) |
| Auto Focus | 9-point CMOS sensor Cross-type F2.8 at centre AF working range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100) |
| AF modes | AI Focus, One shot, AI Servo |
| AF point selection | Auto, Manual |
| AF assist | Flash strobe |
| Shooting modes | Auto, Program AE (P), Shutter priority AE (Tv), Aperture priority AE (Av), Manual (M) Auto depth-of-field Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night portrait Flash off |
| Metering | TTL 35-zone SPC Metering range: EV 1.0 – 20 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100, 50 mm F1.4) |
| Metering modes | Evaluative 35-zone Partial 9% at centre Spot 4% at centre Centre-weighted average |
| AE Lock | AE lock button |
| AE Bracketing | +/- 3.0 EV, 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Exposure compen. | +/- 3.0 EV, 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Sensitivity | Auto (100 – 400) ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600 Highlight tone priority (ISO 200 – 1600) |
| Shutter | Focal-plane shutter 30 – 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps) Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec Bulb |
| Aperture values | F1.0 – F91 (0.3 EV steps) Actual aperture range depends on lens used |
| White balance | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom |
| WB Bracketing | +/-3 levels, 3 images, Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias |
| WB fine-tuning | Blue (-9) To Amber (+9) Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
| Colour space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Picture style | Standard, Portrait, Landscape Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User 1, User 2, User 3 |
| Custom image parameters | Sharpness: 0 to 7 Contrast: -4 to +4 Saturation: -4 to +4 Colour tone: -4 to +4 B&W filter: N, Ye, Or, R, G B&W tone: N, S, B, P, G |
| Drive modes | Single Continuous: 3.5 fps up to 53 JPEG / 6 RAW frames Self-timer 10 secs (2 sec with mirror lock-up), Self-timer continuous |
| Mirror lockup | Yes (custom function) |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror, 95% frame coverage Magnification: 0.87xcentre (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity) Eyepoint: 19 mm Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter Fixed precision matte Proximity sensor disables LCD shooting mode information |
| Viewfinder info | AF information (AF points focus confirmation light) Shutter speed Aperture value ISO speed (always displayed) AE lock Exposure level/compensation Spot metering circle Exposure warning AEB Flash ready High-speed sync FE lock Flash exposure compensation Red-eye reduction light White balance correction SD card information Monochrome shooting Maximum burst |
| DOF preview | Yes, button |
| LCD monitor | 3.0″ TFT LCD, 230,000 pixels Wide viewing angle (160° horizontal and vertical) 7 brightness levels Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view | Live TTL display of scene from CMOS image sensor 100% frame coverage Real-time evaluative metering using CMOS image sensor Best view or exposure simulation Grid optional (thirds) Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point) Optional Auto-focus with mirror-down / mirror-up sequence Two modes; normal and quieter Remote live view using EOS Utility 2.0 (via USB or WiFi/Ethernet using WFT) Manual focus only |
| Camera settings display | Shutter speed Aperture Sensitivity (ISO) Exposure mode Meter / Exposure compenation Bracketing Flash compensation White balance & fine tuning Metering mode Custom function set Auto focus mode Drive mode Auto focus areas Black & white mode Beep Red-eye reduction Image size / quality Battery status Frames remaining |
| Record review | Uses last play mode Magnification possible 2 / 4 / 8 sec / Hold |
| Flash | Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash Guide number approx 13 Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction X-Sync: 1/200 sec Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps) Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
| External flash | E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites Hot-shoe |
| Other features | Orientation sensor Automatically writes FAT16/FAT32 depending on capacity |
| Auto rotation | On (playback uses orientation data in file header) Off |
| Playback mode | Single image Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) Magnified view (1.5 – 10x in 15 steps, browsable) 4 and 9 image indexcentre Auto play Image rotation Jump (by 10, 100 or date) |
| Custom functions | 13 custom functions with 34 settings |
| Menu languages | English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Russian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech |
| Firmware | User upgradable |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B, Video out (PAL / NTSC) E3 type wired remote control |
| Storage | SD / SDHC card |
| Power | Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery (7.4 V, 1050 mAh) CR2016 Lithium battery (date/time backup) Optional ACK-E5 AC adapter kit |
| Direct printing | Canon Selphy Printers, Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge PictBridge |
| Dimensions | 129 x 98 x 62 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
| Weight (no battery) | 475 g (1.0 lb) |
| Software | Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser, PhotoStitch EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel) Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac) |