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You wanted a camera so powerful that it produces excellent quality images at a class-leading resolution. You wanted a camera so fast that it fires off continuous shots at amazing speeds. You wanted a camera so advanced yet user-friendly, that it accomplishes complicated tasks at the touch of the button. You wanted the Canon EOS 50D. And we duly delivered. Always at the forefront of imaging technology, the EOS 50D is truly a camera to behold. Featuring a groundbreaking 15.
R EXPECTAT IONS? 03 We’ve given you the EOS 50D. Now we expect great things from you.
WHERE AMAZING IMAGES COME TO LIFE 15.1-Megapixel Brilliance with the Power of DIGIC 4. Canon’s EOS DIGITAL DSLRs have long been admired for their superior image quality. This is no different with the EOS 50D. A newly designed sensor and image processor propels this camera to the top of its class, carrying on the proud tradition set by its predecessors. Cutting-Edge 15.1-Megapixel CMOS Sensor The EOS 50D’s powerful CMOS sensor has an impressive effective resolution of 15.
DIGIC 4 More Power. More Speed. More Features. The EOS 50D is the first EOS DIGITAL SLR to feature the exciting and revolutionary DIGIC 4 image processor. While still retaining the best aspects of DIGIC III such as high-speed rendering of fine detail and natural colour reproduction, DIGIC 4 provides even faster signal processing and adds on several new functions to the EOS 50D as well. 05 Improved Processing Speed Superb Low-Light Performance Innovative New Functions DIGIC 4 is fast. No doubt about it.
ABSOLUTE IMAGE CONTROL Professional Settings at Your Fingertips. Know what you want to achieve, and you’re halfway to a great shot. With a wide variety of settings at your disposal, the EOS 50D makes it easy for you to get the shots you desire. Metering Modes – With a 35-zone metering sensor and four metering modes to choose from, the EOS 50D gives you total control over image exposure during your shoots.
Shooting Modes – The EOS 50D provides you with several shooting modes that give you the ability to create that perfect image. Program AE Full Auto Adjust the aperture size and shutter speed combination while maintaining a constant exposure value. Shutter-Priority AE Choose the shutter speed and let the camera adjust the aperture size accordingly.
INNOVATIVE SHOOTING FEATURES Enhance Your Images with Incredible Ease. With the inclusion of some ingenious features, the EOS 50D can help you overcome difficult shooting conditions so you’ll get that picture perfect shot you want. Low-Light Shooting (ISO 12800) with Noise Reduction If you frequently shoot in low-light conditions, you’ll be glad to know that the EOS 50D features improved ISO performance. ISO speed range is ISO 100-3200 in 1/3-stop increments, and can be expanded to ISO 6400 or ISO 12800.
Before After Before After Auto Lighting Optimizer Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction 3 Versatile RAW Formats When shooting in less than ideal lighting conditions, the Auto Lighting A first for EOS DIGITAL SLRs, the EOS 50D features a built-in lens Apart from the six different JPEG types, the EOS 50D provides three Optimizer can automatically adjust the brightness and contrast levels peripheral illumination correction function that ensures uniform exposure RAW types for you to choose from -
EXCEPTIONAL RESPONSE TIMES Powerfully Accurate and Stunningly Fast. Despite the massive leap in image resolution, the EOS 50D still performs amazingly fast. Whether you’re shooting lightning quick action or an extremely detailed scene, this camera has what it takes to capture what you want the way you want it. High Precision 9-point AF Sensor To achieve superb focusing accuracy, the EOS 50D employs a powerful and high-precision AF system that features 9 cross-type AF points.
High-Speed Continuous Shooting 1/8000 sec. Maximum Shutter Speed 0.1 sec. Start-up Time At a blistering shooting rate of 6.3* frames per second, the EOS 50D An excellent shutter speed range of 1/8000 sec. to 30 seconds (or longer With an instantaneous start-up time of just 0.1 sec., the EOS 50D will can capture high-octane action effortlessly. Even though the number of with Bulb mode) lets you capture everything from a roaring race-car to always be ready for shooting the moment you are.
LIVE VIEW SHOOTING Freedom to Shoot the Way You Want. No longer are you confined to the limits of the camera viewfinder. With Live View Shooting, you can now shoot using the camera’s high-resolution LCD screen. The larger display gives you more freedom to shoot creatively and opens up a whole world of shooting possibilities. Three Autofocus Modes In Live View Shooting, you can choose from one of the three available AF modes.
Silent Shooting Mode Grid Display Function Remote Live View Shooting In environments such as classical concerts and stage performances, Grid lines can be displayed on the LCD screen to help you achieve With the EOS 50D connected to a computer (via USB) running the EOS 50D’s shutter charge sound can be reduced or silenced to better image composition. Choose between a 3x3 grid or a finer 6x5 EOS Utility, you can view a real-time image from the camera on your prevent unnecessary noise when shooting.
EOS INTEGRATED CLEANING SYSTEM Pristine Image Quality with Every Shot. For any SLR cameras with an interchangeable lens mount, it is almost inevitable that dust particles will accumulate on the camera’s sensor over time. This might cause ‘dust shadows’ to appear on your otherwise perfect images. To rectify this, the EOS 50D includes a comprehensive set of anti-dust measures designed to keep your images crystal clear. We call this the EOS Integrated Cleaning System.
PICTURE STYLE For the Colours You Desire. Much like how photographers choose different types of film stock to match their shooting objectives, Picture Style does the same by helping you obtain the desired image effect that matches your photographic expression or your subject. The following Picture Styles are provided with the EOS 50D: 15 Standard Portrait Landscape Neutral Faithful Monochrome For vivid, sharp, and crisp images.
BUILT TO BE ENJOYED Looks as Good as it Works. As an extension of the photographer, it’s important that users feels right at home with the camera in their hands. The EOS 50D was designed for that. Easy to operate and extremely durable, this is one camera that works as well as it should. Large 3.0” ClearView LCD Screen Durable And Lightweight Construction Gorgeous from every angle.
EOS 50D Custom Functions Built-In Flash with Hotshoe Supports UDMA CompactFlash Cards For low-light situations, the EOS 50D’s The EOS 50D is compatible with new high-speed UDMA (Ultra Direct built-in flash can be counted on for a Memory Access) CompactFlash cards, which allow for faster read/write little illumination. Using the renowned performance.
FROM VISION TO PRINT Get Your Masterpiece Ready for Printing. When you’re done shooting, it’s time to take a better look at your images. The EOS 50D gives you several quick and convenient ways to do it this.
Printing Images Without A Computer Transferring Images High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) The EOS 50D offers an unprecedented level of control over image The EOS 50D’s USB2.0 Hi-Speed port lets you transfer images to any With its built-in mini-HDMI terminal, you can view images from optimization with its PictBridge printing features. Connecting the camera connected computer in double-quick time. The following can also be the EOS 50D in all their High-Definition glory on any HD display.
THE EOS SYSTEM ADVANTAGE Comprehensive Selection of Lenses and Accessories for Your Camera. When it comes to DSLR photography, a camera is only as good as its system. With over 60 high-quality EF lenses to choose from, as well as dozens of accessories such as battery grips and external flashes, rest assure that the EOS System has everything you need to accomplish your shooting objectives and more.
Lens-Based Image Stabilization for Best Results Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology helps to ensure your WFT-E3 Wireless File Transmitter images are steady even when you are not. Using motion sensors and a high-speed micro-computer built directly into the lens, the IS system is The WFT-E3 Wireless File Transmitter extends the functionality of the able to analyse vibrations and apply correction via a special stabilizing lens EOS 50D for a more satisfying photographic experience.
NOMENCLATURE Flash-sync Contacts LCD Panel Illumination Button Metering Mode Selection/ White balance Selection Button Dioptric Adjustment Knob Hot Shoe Multi-controller AF Mode Selection/ Drive Mode Selection Button AF Start Button Built-in Flash/ AF-assist Beam ISO Speed/ Flash Exposure Compensation Button Mode Dial Main Dial AE Lock/FE Lock/ Index/Reduce Button Eyecup Strap Mount Viewfinder Eyepiece Shutter Button AF Point Selection/ Enlarge Button Menu Button Print/Share Button Red-eye R
EOS 50D BUNDLED APPLICATIONS (EOS DIGITAL SOLUTION DISK VER.15.0) Macintosh Supported Version Operating System Zoom Browser EX/ Image Browser 6.2 6.2 Digital Photo Professional 3.5 3.5 EOS Utility 2.5 2.5 WFT Utility/WFT pairing software 3.2 3.3 Original Data Security Utility 1.5 - 1.4 1.4 3.1 3.
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