EOS Digital for Professionals Brochure

A Complete System,
Constantly Improving
New Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2A
The WFT-E2A is a new, weather-resistant wireless
file transmitter dedicated to the EOS-1Ds Mark III
and EOS-1D Mark III. Its magnesium-alloy body
is far smaller and lighter than the previous
WFT-E1A unit (under 3 oz./80g), and draws power
from the camera, so there’s no extra battery to
worry about. It transmits either wirelessly via
802.11b/g, or by wire directly to computers up
to 1,000 feet away via standard Ethernet cables
(100BASE-TX). For wireless transmission, the
antenna is embedded within the WFT-E2A, and has
a maximum working range of nearly 492 feet/
150m,* depending on environmental conditions
and computer set-up.
Wireless transmission is up to 1.5x faster than
before, due to faster in-camera operations, and
Ethernet communication up to 3x faster (again,
depending upon conditions and computer in use).
A key improvement is set-up, which is now guided
with a wizard-type interface and is far simpler
with Mac OS X and Windows Vista, XP, and 2000
computers. Three different methods of commu-
nication are possible:
• FTP mode—computer acts as an FTP server; files
are transferred to a folder on computer’s hard drive.
• PTP mode—enables two-way communication
between camera and computer, with wireless
(or Ethernet) Live View Function on computer’s
screen, and remote control of camera possible.
• HTTP mode—allows up to three separate
computers to view camera’s memory card
using a standard web browser (Microsoft
Internet Explorer™, Apple Safari™, etc.).
Images can be selected from browser window
and dragged onto computer’s desktop or to a
folder, which copies full file to computer.
Remote firing of the camera is also possible.
With its new USB host capability, users can now
plug compatible GPS devices directly into an
attached WFT-E2A, and have GPS coordinates,
altitude, and UTC time code added to each
image’s shooting data with the EOS-1Ds Mark III
and EOS-1D Mark III. Compatible GPS units include
several in Garmin’s GPSMAP series, and
Magellan eXplorist series, using NMEA 0183
v.2.0.1 output data standard or "Garmin protocol"
(as of January 2008).
A USB-enabled portable hard drive can also be
attached to the transmitter’s USB port, and the
photographer can either shoot directly to the
hard drive (alone, or in addition to in-camera
memory cards), or copy files to the hard drive
with a menu command. The peace of mind of
backing-up large quantities of files has never
been easier. (Many 1.8-inch and 2.5-inch USB-
enabled portable Hard Drives are compatible;
2.5-inch drives cannot be USB-bus powered.)
* With no obstructions between the transmitting and receiving
antennas, and no radio inerference. With a large, high-perform-
ance antenna attached to the wireless LAN access point.
Speedlite 580EX II
The Canon Speedlite
580EX II retains many fea-
tures from the Speedlite
580EX (Max. GN 190, feet)
while offering several
major improvements. A
new shoe assembly and
added seals bring the new
flash up to the dust- and
water-resistance standards
of the EOS-1D series.
The use of a metal foot, replacing engineering
plastic, provides an improved contact structure
and reduces the likelihood of flash failure during
rough handling. Also new is a quick-lock system
to replace the screw-type fastener at the bottom
of the flash.
The 580EX II can be controlled from the EOS-1Ds
Mark III and EOS-1D Mark III’s LCD monitor,
enabling on-camera setting of flash functions
and flash-related Custom Functions. The 580EX II
now has an external metering sensor that provides
new non-TTL autoflash possibilities. A new PC
terminal enables easier off-camera shooting,
even with third-party remote trigger systems.
The new unit has a recycling time which is
approximately 20% faster than that of the 580EX.
In a welcome development, the characteristic
buzzing noise emitted by flash units during
recycling has been silenced. The battery cover
has been strengthened and a locking mechanism
has been added.
Other new accessories include the 2-foot long
Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3, and the Compact
Battery Pack CP-E4—both weather-resistant
as well.
Original Data Security Kit
The Original
Data Security
Kit OSK-E3 is an
optional acces-
sory with the
same original
data verifica-
tionfeatures as
the DVK-E2 plus new functions that expand its
usefulness. With the EOS-1Ds Mark III and
EOS-1D Mark III, shooting data (including any
GPS data) can be verified as original and unal-
tered, as well as pixel data in the image itself.
Image data encryption/decryption (secured trans-
mission) is also possible with the EOS-1Ds Mark III
and EOS-1D Mark III. Designed for press appli-
cations, this feature will prevent the wrongful use
of images intercepted at public events. With the
OSK-E3, the images themselves are encrypted, not
just the memory card. Encryption of images requires
the use of a registered camera with the Original
Data Security card installed. Decrypting image files
and viewing or saving them requires a computer
with OSK-E3 software and the card installed in
the included card reader, and user authentication.
The kit consists of the Original Data Security card,
the USB reader/writer, and the dedicated application
programs (in the EOS Digital Solution Disk). The
OSK-E3 can be used for data verification with
images taken by the EOS-1Ds Mark III and
EOS-1D Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark II, EOS-1Ds,
EOS-1D Mark II N, EOS-1D Mark II, 5D, 40D, 30D,
20D, and 20Da. The encryption feature can be used
only with the EOS-1Ds Mark III and EOS-1D Mark III.
Remote Control Options
The EOS-1Ds Mark III and EOS-1D Mark III are
the complete solution to professional remote
control photography. It can be connected via a
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed cable and operated directly
from a personal computer. With the WFT-E2A,
a remote trigger can be used to fire the camera.
With the WFT-E2A and a laptop computer, a
photographer can use the Live View Function to
shoot in real time from truly amazing locations.
Anything and everything is now possible.
EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM
New featuring 2 aspherical
elements to correct dis-
tortion, this ultra-wide-
angle lens has the short-
est focal length in the
L-series. The lens is the
perfect match for the full-
frame sensor camera such
as the EOS-1Ds Mark III.
Other aberrations, such as astigmatism are
also corrected, resulting in superb image quality.
The lens has a fixed, petal-type hood and a
gelatin filter holder at the rear.
Direct Printing
To improve the camera’s operation with Canon
printers, Canon has made four improvements to
PictBridge: faster data transfer, printing layout,
printing effects, and cable disconnection after
data transfer completion. The EOS-1Ds Mark III
and EOS-1D Mark III support all of the above as
well as RAW and sRAW image printing via PictBridge
(must be RAW files taken with either the EOS-1Ds
Mark III or EOS-1D Mark III). Any Canon or third-party
PictBridge printer can be used to print images.
With RAW/sRAW + JPEG images, the JPEG image
is printed.
The [Red-eye 1] printing effect has been added
to: [Off], [On], [Vivid], [NR], [Vivid+NR], and [Face
brightener]. When [Red-eye 1] is used for a flash
shot containing red eye, the red eye can be
corrected before printing.
Direct printing to Canon’s compact, 4 x 6-
inch CP-type printers is also possible, taking
full advantage of the options provided by
PictBridge. This is an excellent option for pro-
viding quick “proof” prints to clients or subjects
when shooting on-location.
Speedlite 580EX II
attached to EOS-1D Mark III
New Quick-lock System
4948
Speedlite 580EX II Dust- and Water-resistant Parts
Dedicated to All Artistic Photographers.
The new Canon’s 10.1-megapixel EOS 40D combines Canon’s
tremendous know-how in both the digital and photographic
worlds, into a camera that does everything one would expect
of a traditional digital SLR, while incorporating staggering
leaps forward in technological innovation. With high-end
Digital SLR performance in a compact, light body, it’s the
perfect backup/grab-and-shoot camera for the professional.
Advanced Design, Full-Frame Sensor.
The world’s smallest and lightest full-frame sensor digital
SLR,* the 12.8-megapixel EOS 5D is ideal for experienced
SLR users seeking to transition to digital—especially EOS
owners who have an investment in EF lenses. The EOS 5D
is also the perfect backup body for professionals shooting
with EOS-1 Digital SLR cameras.
*As of January 2008.
This information
can be viewed
with the [Battery
info.] menu. The
new system also
consists of Battery
Charger LC-E4 and AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4.
An IC chip in the battery
tracks battery information.
Battery level is displayed
upon communication with
the chip. The remaining
battery level is indicated
by a battery icon indicating
one of six levels on the top
LCD panel, in the viewfinder (during metering),
and on the menu screen [Battery info.]. If
communication with the battery chip fails, a
communication error message will appear. By
selecting [OK], you can continue shooting. (The
battery icon will be displayed as empty.)
After the battery undergoes 20 discharging and
charging cycles, a message recommending battery
calibration will appear on the bottom of the
screen the next time the battery is installed.
Calibration is performed with Battery Charger LC-E4
to find out the battery’s capacity so that the
remaining battery level can be indicated accurately.
Each time the battery is recharged and used or
discharged naturally, a slight discrepancy between
the battery’s remaining capacity information and
the actual remaining capacity develops. With
repeated recharge/discharge cycles, this dis-
crepancy can become a large one. By performing
calibration to discharge the entire battery and
by then recharging the battery fully, accurate
battery capacity infor-
mation can be
obtained. Two battery
packs can be attached
to the LC-E4 charger. It
takes about 120 min.
to recharge one bat-
tery pack. The charger
is compatible with
the optional DC power adapters (12V/24V) so
you can connect it to a car battery with the
optional Car Battery Cable CB-570 to recharge the
battery pack.
Battery Charger LC-E4
(Only for Battery Pack LP-E4)
Battery Info.
Icon Level (%)
100 – 70
69 – 50
49 – 20
19 – 10
9 – 1
0
Battery Check
EOS-1D Mark III with Wireless Transmitter WFT-E2A
EOS-1Ds Mark III & EOS-1D Mark III TECHNOLOGY
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Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3