Exploring the world of Canon EOS photography Everything EOS 2012 Your comprehensive guide to the Canon EOS system 1987 to 2012
Current EOS digital cameras Ten models to suit every type of photographer Three new models have been introduced in the last 12 months, with just one model discontinued (EOS 1Ds Mark III). If you have an EOS digital camera with a name not shown over the next four pages, please check the chart below for alternative USA and Japanese names. Guide to camera listing Professional www.eos-magazine.
EOS digital cameras continued www.eos-magazine.com Mega MM pixels DIGIC LV Media card Metering modes Metering zones Max. shutter speed Fastest Flash Remote Finder Focusing x-sync GN socket coverage screens Exposure comp.
EOS film cameras Over 20 years of outstanding equipment There were nearly 40 EOS film cameras. The range was launched with the EOS 650 in 1987 and closed with the EOS 1V, which was discontinued in 2009. Although none of the film cameras are now current, there is plenty of choice on the secondhand market as photographers trade-in their cameras for digital models. www.eos-magazine.
Film camera comparison chart Lenses Over 100 lenses fulfil your every need This chart highlights a few of the main features of each EOS film model. More information and detailed specifications for many EOS cameras is available on our website at www.eos-magazine.com. A detailed specification is given in the camera instruction manual. EOS magazine can supply instruction manuals (or copies) for most of the models listed here – follow the ‘Shop’ link at www.eos-magazine.com or telephone 01869 331741.
Zoom lenses A range of focal lengths in one lens Zooms are the biggest group in the range of Canon EOS lenses and certainly the most popular. Wide-angle zooms have a maximum focal length below 50mm (20-35mm, for example). Standard zooms include 50mm in the range (28-90mm, for example). Telephoto zooms have a range which starts above 50mm (70-200mm, for example) or extends above 300mm (35-350mm, for example). See page 9 for guide to listings. www.eos-magazine.
Non-zoom lenses Wide apertures and high performance Zooms have taken over the main lens market, leaving the non-zoom (prime) lenses to meet the demands of professional and high-end enthusiast users. As a general rule, prime lenses offer wider maximum apertures than zooms, making them attractive for sport, news and other low light situations. Most prime lenses also offer higher optical performance than most zoom lenses. See page 9 for guide to listings. www.eos-magazine.
Speedlites Complete system for travelling light Speedlite specifications While a built-in flash unit is useful, it is limited in range and scope. All EOS cameras accept Speedlites – the Canon name for an attachable electronic flashgun. Although the current range of Speedlites is relatively small, several of the discontinued models are quite common on the second-hand market. This chart gives the basic specification of all the different Speedlite models. The guide number indicates the power of the unit.
Speedlites Compatibility and accessories The chart gives a guide to the type of autoflash metering available when using a Speedlite with an EOS camera. Most Speedlites can be used with most cameras. The main exceptions are the recent digital models, which are incompatible with EZ-series Speedlites (except in manual and stroboscopic modes). intro.
Accessories Enhance your camera outfit Lenses and Speedlites are just part of the vast system of accessories available for your EOS camera. Whatever your area of interest, there is almost certain to be something designed to improve your photography – or at least make it a little easier. The next five pages cover the complete range, including discontinued items you might come across on second-hand shelves.
Accessories continued www.eos-magazine.com Dioptric lenses Throughout this supplement the names of current products are printed in BLACK and those of discontinued products in VIOLET. Items in RED are new since the 2010 edition of Everything EOS. Dioptric lenses provide near and far-sighted users with a clear viewfinder image without wearing spectacles. Standard viewfinder is –1 dioptre.
Accessories continued Lens accessories Small essentials for better pictures Lens flare spoils many pictures. Even when it does not show as a streak across the image, it can cause overall loss of contrast. Flare is caused by light from bright sources, such as the sun, or spotlights, hitting the front element of the lens at an angle. This sets off a series of unwanted internal reflections and refractions. A good lens hood protects the front of the lens from this side lighting.
EOS magazine Buy a digital issue from only £2.75 This article was published in the January-March 2010 issue of 00 -00 Your camera’s sensor Sensor size The EOS range of cameras Crop factor APS-C There is a lot of confusion about megapixels and sensor size, and the impact each has on image quality. Andrew Gibson clarifies the advantages of full-frame and cropped sensors. ANDREW GIBSON Measuring approximately 22x15mm, the APS-C sensor is the smallest in the EOS range.
