Canon may submit to the PMA and 60D SLR cameras with rotary 550D/600D screens

In advance of the exhibition PMA 2010, to be held in February in Anaheim, California, the World Wide Web is increasingly appearing rumors about upcoming announcements from the world's leading manufacturers of photo equipment. The next information came from the forum d-spot.co.il, where some Israeli official characterized as a resource for Canon Rumors quite reliable in the past, posted some descriptions of two new SLR cameras Canon - 60D and 550D/600D.

If you believe the information presented, SLR Camera Canon 550D/600D belong to the so-called Rebel series and equipped with turning display. In addition, the camera will APS-C matrix with a resolution of 15.1 megapixels and the function of shooting video in HD quality 720p at 30 frames per second. As for SLR Canon 60D, it is likely to be a continuation of the model middle-class Canon 50D, which was announced in August 2008.

According to published reports, SLR camera Canon 60D will also receive a swivel screen and a new APS-C matrix with a 15.1 megapixel resolution. In addition, it will probably be able to shoot Full HD video to a 1080p. Compared with its predecessor, Canon 60D is also equipped with a new battery and battery grip. The price of this camera is estimated at about 1190 dollars, and its appearance on the market is expected in May. Regarding the new model in the series Rebel, it can cost 799 dollars, and its release date is not specified.

Canon LV-7280 and LV-8215 - low-cost environmentally friendly projectors

Anticipating the entry into force in 2010 the European directive for products that use electricity (EuP), Canon has updated line of low-cost projectors based on technology LCD, the addition of two new models. Canon LV-7280 is a low-cost projector with XGA resolution and a brightness of 2,200 lumens, created with the needs of schools and staff offices. As the producer, the appearance of LV-8215, the second low-cost WXGA models from Canon, increases the choices available to consumers who need a projector, a truly cost-effective in all respects: in terms of cost, operating cost and environmental impact.

In full accordance with European legislation range from Canon LV equipped with a lamp with an increased term of life - 4000 hours in normal mode (5000 hours in Quiet mode) without sacrificing brightness, which helps to reduce waste volumes. Models of this line also consume less than 0.7 watts of electricity in standby mode. For those who wish to better control the so-called "carbon footprint" (greenhouse gases) in a line of LV function provides Carbon Meter ( «Uglerodometr"), which calculates the difference in the amount of electricity consumed in silent mode on normal mode, and then displays on how much a result of decreased amount of CO2.

Canon XEED SX7 Mark II and XEED SX7 Mark II Medical - new high-end projectors

Line of projectors from Canon XEED enlarged model XEED SX7 Mark II and XEED SX7 Mark II Medical, which implemented the new modes that optimize the display of photographs and X-ray images with enhanced color reproduction of images and shades of gray.

The model XEED SX7 Mark II, the successor to the popular XEED SX7, the technology is liquid crystal panel (LCOS) from Canon. It provides vivid colors, good detail, brightness of 4000 lumens, SXGA + high resolution and contrast ratio of 1000:1. In XEED SX7 Mark II also introduces a new Photo mode, to compensate for the brightness and tone of light, using a number of predefined parameters. This mode is used to compensate for the lighting conditions through a set of projected colors and image transmission, close to how it would appear on the monitor sRGB.

In XEED SX7 Mark II Medical simulation regime implemented DICOM Simulation with 21 pre-installed configuration, which allows to optimize the reproduction of shades of gray according to lighting conditions, highlighting the fine details of digital x-rays that can complement any system of archiving and sharing images (PACS, Picture Archiving and Communication System).

Canon LEGRIA HF R18, HF R16 and HF R106 - ease of location and distribution of video in Full HD

Canon has expanded the range of LEGRIA, presenting a new series LEGRIA HF R. It consists of three and lung Full HD Camcorder LEGRIA HF R18, HF R16 and HF R106, which that simplify the creation of home movies and sharing. In all series cameras realized the system HD cameras from Canon: sensor HD CMOS, 20 x optical zoom, videoobektiv Canon HD and enhanced processor DIGIC DV III. Smart Auto mode was originally implemented in compact digital devices, and now optimized for high-definition camcorders. The presence of 31 different scenes in the Smart Auto mode means that all the hard work is done automatically, without user intervention.

Technology of Canon's Instant AF complements intelligent automatic mode Smart Auto, providing fast focus to create quality films of the standard HD. Face Detection ensures automatic detection of up to 35 persons and oversees the correct focus and exposure. All models are equipped with the intellectual function of the Pre REC ( «pre-registration"), which begins shooting in three seconds until you press Record ( «Record").

LEGRIA HF R18 and LEGRIA HF R16 provide an easy way to convert video files to a posting on the Internet, and sharing with friends and relatives. Both models feature a new built-in tool for converting images from the HD format in the format of SD, which is used in a set with the function of Easy Web Upload ( «Easy loading the network") to open network access to these files. Bundled software PIXELA ImageMixer automatically detects the converted clips after you connect the camera to the computer and helps users to register and download and annotate their videos in a single procedure.

LEGRIA HF R18 and LEGRIA HF R16 equipped with Dual Flash Memory ( «dual flash-memory") - a combination of internal memory with connector for external cards. Internal memory for models LEGRIA HF R18 is 32 GB, while LEGRIA HF R16 - 8 GB. Both the possibility of increasing capacity by an additional slot for memory cards SDHC. Both new products have the function of Relay Recording ( «relay record") to prevent disruption of the shooting process due to memory overflow. In this case, the footage is automatically saved on the external card and a video camera continues to record the events. LEGRIA HF R106 cards are only compatible with SDHC.

Canon announced four new models of digital cameras PowerShot "A"-series

Canon has introduced four new models of digital cameras entry-level PowerShot "A" series, which, with the words producer, extremely compact, pleasing design and ease of use. For the first time in the history of the PowerShot A-Series models the new camera. (two of the presented models) equipped with a set of Li-Ion (Li-ion) batteries.

Cameras are compatible with SDHC memory cards and SDXC, providing storage of up to 2 TB (with SDXC cards) data.

The new series is represented by the following models:

Canon PowerShot A3100 IS:

This model is equipped with a 12.1 megapixel sensor, processor, DIGIC III, the lens with a 4-fold optical zoom and built-in image stabilizer, 2.7 inch LCD.

Among other features indicated the presence of:

• Intelligent automatic mode, Smart Auto (with the function of i-Contrast)
• Mode for novice photographers Easy
• The function of intellectual exposure with flash (Smart Flash Exposure)
• Face Detection
• Regime Low Light ( «Low light")
• Ability to upload videos to YouTube.
• The presence of Li-Ion Battery

Home sales PowerShot A3100 IS is scheduled for late next month for a suggested price of $ 179.99.

Canon PowerShot A3000 IS:

From high-end model of its features: 10 megapixel sensor and a lower price, which at the beginning of sales, scheduled for the end of February, should be $ 149.99.

Canon PowerShot A495:

Canon PowerShot A490:

Models PowerShot A495 and A490 are the direct successor of PowerShot A480, where they found a place for the 2.5-inch screen, 10 megapixel sensor and a lens with a 3.3-fold optical zoom. Externally and internally camera data virtually to each other are no different, except for colors and a large number of functions in the older model.

Additional features indicated the presence of:

• Intelligent Auto Mode Smart Auto
• Enhanced Face Detection
• Mode Low Light ( «Low light")
• Ability to download videos in VGA resolution on YouTube
• The function of intellectual exposure with flash (Smart Flash Exposure)
• DIGIC III processor
• Motion recognition technology

Digital camera PowerShot A495 and A490 will be available in late February for an estimated retail price of $ 129.99 and $ 109.99 respectively.

As the company claims, equipped with a number of intelligent and user-friendly features, it can get new items to their owners enjoy the process of photographing and helping to create good shots, spending minimum effort.

New line of Canon cameras represented by 11 models in 2010

Canon has announced its new line of Full HD Camcorder VIXIA model number 2010, which represented the nine models in three series, including the flagship - VIXIA HF S-series, a series of compact models VIXIA HF M, as well as a new series of entry-level models VIXIA HF R. Many functional innovations touched such things as the availability of some models of LCD touch screen, an improved image stabilization system and the functions of down-converted from HD footage in SD quality for easier work in the future on their web-download or burn to a DVD-media. In addition, part of the novelties of the model number 2010 are compatible with the Eye-fi SD memory cards, providing wireless download / upload photos / video to / from the camera.

All new VIXIA HD camcorders are equipped with proprietary technologies, including proprietary video lens Canon HD, CMOS (CMOS) sensor and image processor DIGIC DV III. Make notes that his lenses and image processing have been improved, resulting in the noise level in a shooting in low light was reduced, and the quality of HD video images has been improved.

Among new advanced features of the model number to conceive such:

• Smart Auto: Intelligent scene recognition technology, determine the type of frame and choose the most appropriate setting, analyzing the scene brightness, contrast, distance and motion of objects.
• Touch & Track: Touch user interface, controlled movements of the fingers, where it functions for touch-screen, for example, Touch Focus ( «Sensory focus»), Touch Exposure ( «Sensory Exposure") and Touch Tracking ( «Sensor Tracking"), provide an opportunity to focus , the choice of the exposure and tracking of moving objects on the display.
• Relay Recording: «relay record, where in the case of an overflow entry is automatically built-in memory will continue to map SDHC (if available). User intervention is required.
• Powered IS: «Support for optical image stabilizer" - an additional stabilization, used for maximizing when camera shake is most noticeable. Its activation and deactivation of a user through a special button.
• HD-to-SD Downconversion: video conversion function from format HD format SD.
• Advanced Video Snapshot: «video sequences, designed to simplify video editing without a PC. In active mode, Video Snapshot, users can record videos for a duration of 2, 4 or 8 seconds in recording mode and in playback mode.

Series VIXIA HF S represented by the following models:

VIXIA HF S21:

VIXIA HF S20:

VIXIA HF S200:

All new items are equipped with two slots for SD memory cards and different amount of internal memory, which for VIXIA HF S21 and HF S20, it is 64, and 32 GB respectively, and the lack of such for HF S200. Video recording is carried out in the resolution of Full HD (1920x1080) with Canon video lens with a 10-fold optical zoom and proprietary 1/2.6-dyuymovogo, 8.59 megapixel Full HD CMOS (CMOS) sensor. All three models have a 3.5-inch touch screen high-resolution (920 thousand pixels), built-in LANC terminal, native mode support 24p/25r (AVCHD) recording. In addition, VIXIA HF S21 has at its disposal and the viewfinder.

Flash Camcorder Canon VIXIA HF S21, VIXIA HF S20 and VIXIA HF S200 will be available in April for an estimated retail price of $ 1,399.99, $ 1,099.99 and $ 999.99 respectively.

Series VIXIA HF M is represented by such models:

VIXIA HF M31:

VIXIA HF M30:

VIXIA HF M300:

These new items are light and compact body, equipped with slots for SD memory cards and different amount of internal memory, which for VIXIA HF M31 and HF M30 it is 32 GB and 8, respectively, and the lack of such for HF M300. Video recording is carried out in the resolution of Full HD (1920x1080) with Canon video lens with a 15-fold optical zoom. All three models have a 2.7-inch touch screen, functions Touch & Track technology, Smart Auto, Powered IS and Advanced Video Snapshot. In addition, VIXIA HF M31 and HF M30 have the support functions of HD-to-SD Downconversion.

Flash Camcorder Canon VIXIA HF M31, VIXIA HF M30 and VIXIA HF M300 will be available in April for an estimated retail price of $ 799.99, $ 699.99 and $ 679.99 respectively.

A series of entry-level cameras VIXIA HF R presented models:

VIXIA HF R11:

VIXIA HF R10:

VIXIA HF R100:

Said chamber company promotes as affordable solutions for video format Full HD. They are also equipped with slots for SD memory cards and different amount of internal memory, which for VIXIA HF R11 and HF R10 is 32 GB and 8, respectively, and the lack of such for HF R100. All three cameras have a video Canon lenses with 20-fold optical zoom, features Dynamic IS, Smart Auto and Advanced Video Snapshot. In addition, VIXIA HF R11 and HF R10 have the support functions of HD-to-SD Downconversion.

Flash Camcorder Canon VIXIA HF R11, VIXIA HF R10 and VIXIA HF R100 will hit the market in March this year at an estimated retail price of $ 699.99, $ 549.99 and $ 299.99 respectively.

In addition to its line of HD-camcorders, the company introduced two models and a series of FS, which are videotaped in a standard (SD) resolution:

Canon FS31:

Canon FS300:

Model FS31 has at its disposal 16 GB of internal memory, while the model FS300 allows you to shoot only on SD memory card. Both camcorders are equipped with lenses with 41-fold optical zoom and a function of Dynamic IS. Model Canon FS300 will be presented in several colors hull design, including silver, red and blue.

Flash Camcorder Canon FS31 and FS300 will appear on the market in March this year at an estimated retail price of $ 349.99 and $ 299.99 respectively.