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Canon IXUS 40

Eyerex — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:10:13 +0000

The 4.0 Megapixel sensor on the Digital IXUS 40 is ideal for prints up to A3 size. One secret behind the super sleek and slim body is a new UA (ultra-high refractive index aspherical) 3x optical zoom lens, which delivers outstanding, uncompromising image fidelity in an incredibly compact size

Canon’s DIGIC II processor links all key camera functions and includes a dedicated movie processor, driving fast auto-focus, outstanding camera performance and quick start-up times. Highly complex image processing algorithms necessary to deliver superb image quality are handled fast and efficiently to keep you ready for the next shot and to allow for rapid, smooth continuous shooting

iSAPS instantly analyses the scene and makes adjustments even before the shutter release is pressed. It optimises exposure, white balance and auto-focus settings in every shooting situation for consistently brilliant results. Six scene modes help you create great results with confidence in tricky shooting conditions, while a fully automatic 9-point AiAF system gets even off centre subjects sharply in focus

Specification

4.0 Megapixel sensor
UA lens for ultra slim body & 3x optical zoom
Extra large 2.0″ LCD screen
Long VGA movie clips at 30fps
DIGIC II and iSAPS
9-point AiAF
6 scene modes
PictBridge/Canon Direct Print compatible
Print/Share button
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY

Link to photos taken with Canon IXUS 40

Canon EOS 500

Eyerex — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:28:03 +0000

My first step into the world of canon cameras was the EOS 500 which at the time mid 90′s was about the best 35mm SLR on the market and as i had a trip to cape town planned i needed a camera which would take great photos so i could look back in the years that passed and remember the great holiday i had

The EOS 500 has the feel of a camera which you can rely on and could take a few knocks which it has done over the years plus comes with a menu system which like all canon cameras is easy to use as it can be run in full auto mode but if you want to tweak any setting there only a finger tip away.

Specification
Type 35mm focal plan shutter AF/AE SLR (single-lens reflex camera with built-in auto film winder, flash and [auto date function]).
Usable lenses Canon EF lens series
Lens mount Canon EF mount (electronic signal transfer system)
Viewfinder 90% vertical and horizontal coverage
Focussing screen Complete matte screen with fixed, AF frame, partial metering mark
Shooting modes Manual Automatic depth-of-field AE Aperture-priority AE Shutter-priority AE Program AE (with program shift) Full auto Programmed Image Control (four types) Flash AE (A-TTL with the built-in flash or A-TTL or TTL program flash AE with a Speedlite)
Film speed setting ISO 6-6400, automatically set according to DX code. (ISO 25-5000)
Exposure compensation Manual setting +/- two stops in 1/2-stop increments. (Cannot also be used in image zone)
AF control system One-shot autofoxuc/stop on completion or release on completion possible. AI Focus/ONe-shot autofocus, switches automatically to AI Servo. Manual/with the focus mode switch on M, manuall focussing is possible
Shutter speed 1/2000-30sec. and bulb. X-syncho on 1/90sec. (1/2 increment settings possible)
Batteries 2 lithium CR123A/DL123A batteries
Size 145 (W) x 92 (H) x 61.9 (D) mm.
Weight 355g, or 365g with the quartz date function. (Body only and excluding the two CR123A/DL123A lithium batteries)

Link to photos taken with Canon EOS 500

Canon IXUS 70

Eyerex — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:27:34 +0000

The Canon IXUS 70 is a standard, pocket sized digital camera. It has all the normal features you would expect from a typical point and shoot digital camera. The emphasis has been placed on quality with this camera, both in terms of build and picture quality.

Specification
Image Capture 7.0 Megapixels
CCD Sensor 1/ 2.5 Inch CCD
Lens Canon 3.0 x optical zoom lens (35-105m), F2.8 – F4.9
Storage Secure Digital / SDHC Card compatible upto 4GB
Aperture f/2.8 (W) – f/4.9 (T)
Shutter 15-1/1500 sec.; Long Shutter operates with noise reduction when manually set at 1.3-15 sec.
Focus TTL Autofocus
Focus Type AiAF (Face Detection / 9-point)
1-point AF (fixed center)
File Format Still Image: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)
Movie: AVI (Image: Motion JPEG; Audio: WAVE (Monaural))
Viewfinder Real-image optical zoom viewfinder
LCD 2.5 inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD 230,000
Flash Auto Manual Flash On / Off
Range: 50cm – 3.5m (wide) 50cm – 2.0m (tele)
Shooting Modes Auto, Camera M, Portrait, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Color Accent, Color Swap), Night Snapshot, Digital Macro, My Colors, Stitch Assist, Movie
Photo Effects Vivid, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Custom Color
Manual Modes Yes, Program AE; AE Lock is available
White Balance Auto, Preset (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H), Custom
Sensitivity Auto / equivalent to ISO 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600
Exposure control +/- 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Power Source Canon NB-4L Lithium Ion Battery, AC adapter ACK-DC10
Movie Mode Movie: 640 x 480 / 320 x 240 (30 fps/15 fps) available up to 1GB, 320 x 240 (1 min. at 60 fps), 160 x 120 (3 min. at 15 fps)
TV Out NTSC / PAL selectable
Weight Approx. 125g (excluding battery and media)
Dimensions 85.9 x 53.5 x 19.4mm

Link to photos taken with Canon IXUS 70