Details of Canon Digital SLRs and Where to Find the Best Prices
The Canon Digital SLR range can be split into three different sections. The first covers more basic models. These are aimed at people looking for their first Digital SLR or who are perhaps upgrading from an earlier model.
The next section covers cameras at a more intermediate level. These cameras will appeal to more advanced photographers who could be serious hobbyists or semi professionals. Typical enhancements over the entry level models include being able to shoot at faster burst rates.
At the top end of the range are cameras aimed at the professional. Compared to other Digital SLRs these will usually offer faster burst rates, more megapixels and much better build quality for use in the field.
Canon EOS 1000D
Digital SLR 10 Megapixels
The EOS 1000D is able to capture photos at a top speed of 3 frames per second for Jpegs. For composing photos there is a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Live view allows you to compose images using the LCD screen if you prefer this method to using a viewfinder. The EOS 1000D offers protection against dust with automatic sensor cleaning. This is none of the more lightweight SLRs weighing 450g. It is compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards.
Guide Price: £334.00 See latest prices: Canon EOS 1000D Prices
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Canon EOS 1100D
Digital SLR 12 Megapixels
The EOS 1100D is aimed at anyone looking to buy their first Digital SLR. It includes an on screen help to guide you through all the main features. Features include 12 megapixels, a 2.7 inch LCD screen, a viewfinder and High Definition movies, plus Eye-Fi connected features to help you upload your photos to your computer and photo sharing websites.
Guide Price: £379.95 See latest prices: Canon EOS 1100D Prices
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Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Digital SLR 16 Megapixels
This is a fully featured Digital SLR. It is aimed at top level professionals working in the fields of sports, news and wildlife photography. Key features include 16 megapixels, a 1.3x crop factor, 46 point auto focus, 10 frames per second and the ability to shoot High Definition movies. ISO can be extended between ISO 50 and ISO 102,400. The high specification build quality includes a full magnesium alloy body. It is water and dust resistant through the fitting of 76 rubber seals.
Guide Price: £3,492.00 See latest prices: Canon EOS 1D Mark IV Prices
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Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Digital SLR 21 Megapixels
The EOS IDs Mark III sits at the top of the Canon DSLR range. It is aimed at the most demanding professional photographers and offers features such as a shooting speed of 5 frames per second, a full frame sensor and 19 AF cross type points.
Guide Price: £5,399.50 See latest prices: Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III Prices
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Canon EOS 550D
Digital SLR 18 Megapixels
Canon has packed 18 megapixels onto the camera sensor. The EOS 550D is capable of shooting at rates up to 3.7 frames per second. It can also capture High Definition movies at a resolution of 1080p. It has a 3 inch LCD screen and is equipped with a 9 point AF system.
Guide Price: £430.00 See latest prices: Canon EOS 550D Prices
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Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Digital SLR 21 Megapixels
Like its predecessor the EOS 5D Mark II has a full frame sensor. It can shoot at up to 3.9 frames per second when images are stored as Jpegs. The 3 inch LCD screen offers Live View for composing images through the screen. There is also a comprehensive dust prevention system.
Guide Price: £1,544.95 See latest prices: Canon EOS 5D Mark II Prices
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Digital SLR 22 Megapixels
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III is one of the most advanced Digital SLRs. It offers 61 point Auto Focus, the ability to shoot at up to 6 frames per second and has a 3.2 inch LCD screen. Shooting movies is taken care of by a Full High Definition movie mode, stereo sound and the ability to use manual exposure while recording. There is a socket for an external microphone and one for headphones. Canon have equipped the camera with weather sealing. The body is built around a magnesium chassis.
Guide Price: £2,999.00 See latest prices: Canon EOS 5D Mark III Prices
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Canon EOS 600D
Digital SLR 18 Megapixels
The EOS 600D offers full High Definition movies. It has 9 point Auto Focus, an ISO range of 100 – 6400 (expandable to 128,000) and can reel off still images at a top speed of 3.7 frames per second. To help you compose photos from awkward shooting positions there is a 3 inch, vari angle LCD screen. If you are new to this level of camera then you are likely to find the on screen camera guide is very useful.
Guide Price: £524.00 See latest prices: Canon EOS 600D Prices
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Canon EOS 60D
Digital SLR 18 Megapixels
This mid range Digital SLR is capable of capturing up to 5.3 frames per second for up to 58 jpegs. It has a 3 inch vari angle LCD screen and a 9 point cross type AF system. ISO can be set between 100 and 6400. This is expandable to 12,800. In camera RAW processing allows you to adjust settings such as white balance and to correct distortion or chromatic aberration.
Guide Price: £599.99 See latest prices: Canon EOS 60D Prices
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Canon EOS 7D
Digital SLR 18 Megapixels
Key features include the ability to shoot at speeds of up to 8 frames per second. This is ideal for fast moving subjects. Focusing options include a 19 point cross type AF system. The AF system is customisable to give you fine control over focusing. The ISO range is 100 – 6400. This is expandable up to 12800.
Guide Price: £869.99 See latest prices: Canon EOS 7D Prices
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Canon EOS-1D X
Digital SLR 18 Megapixels
The EOS-1D X is a top of the range Digital SLR aimed at high level professional photographers. It is a full frame model. It is capable of 10.3 frames per second and has a 3.2 inch LCD screen. Photographs can be stored simultaneously as Jpg and RAW. There is a 3.2 inch LCD screen in addition to the viewfinder. ISO ratings go up to 512,000 in standard mode and 204,800 in High ISO mode. You can also shoot Full High Definition movies.
Guide Price: £5,299.95 See latest prices: Canon EOS-1D X Prices
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