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redesigned for comfort and
familiarity, and combined
with a vertical position
Multi-controller, Mfn2 and
Depth-of-Field preview
buttons provides every
option found with
horizontal shooting for
uninterrupted, intuitive shooting no matter the
camera’s orientation.
Intelligent Viewfinder
The EOS-1D X’s Intelligent
Viewfinder offers a sharp, bright
100% field of view with an
approximate magnification of .76x and a 20mm
eye-point and, with a new construction featuring
aspherical lens elements, displays less
distortions and color aberrations than previous
models. It uses a transparent LCD to
superimpose a customizable combination of
focus points and gridlines directly over the
image. The AF status indicator can even be
directed to display within or outside of the
viewfinder’s image area. With the Intelligent
Viewfinder, unlike with other cameras, the
photographer has the choice of seeing shooting
information or looking only at the scene in front
of the camera. The ability to effectively erase all
shooting data and turn it back on with the touch
of a button gives the photographer the opportunity
to concentrate simply on seeing and composing
the photograph without distraction, a great
advantage in numerous shooting situations.
Quick Control Button
During shooting, the EOS-1D X’s dedicated Quick
Control button enables speedy changes of nearly
every shooting parameter with the touch of a
button. During playback, pressing the Quick
Control button enables the photographer to
protect images, rotate, rate, resize, view highlight
alert, AF point and much more.
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EOS Full HD Video
Addressing the requests of the
pros, the EOS-1D X captures HD
video with a new level of sophistication for a
DSLR camera. It offers both ALL-I intraframe
and IPB Interframe compression, has High
Profile support for high bit-rate processing, and
automatically splits files greater than 4GB (FAT
specifications) without interruption. It offers the
option of timecoding at all times (Free Run) or
only during recording (Rec Run), useful for
multi-camera shots. It also features improved
sound recording adjustment capabilities,
offering 64-step volume control accessible
through the quick settings screen during video
shooting. The EOS-1D X even features new sensor
technologies that significantly increase image
processor performance, reducing color artifacts
and moiré, a significant problem in video scenes
with vertical lines.
Dual Card Slots
To complement the high-speed drive and record
the maximum number of shots as quickly as
possible, the EOS-1D X records solely to
industry speed-leading CompactFlash cards
and features a Dual Card Slots. Supporting
UDMA mode 7, with a maximum data transfer
rate of 167 MB/s as well as exFAT maximum file
sizes, the EOS-1D X can use Type I and Type II CF
recording media. Three recording settings are
available: Auto switch, wherein the camera
automatically switches from one card to another
when the first is filled, Record Separately, where
the same image is recorded to each card, but in
different size or file type, or Record to Multiple,
where the same image is saved to both cards in
the same size (or sizes). Additionally, images can
easily be transferred from one CF card to the other.
Dual-Axis Electronic Level
The EOS-1D X features Canon’s
brilliant Dual Axis Electronic Level
display, which aids in achieving
perfect orientation in every shot. Visible in
either the viewfinder or the camera’s LCD
monitor in both Live View or as a standalone
and capable of displaying both roll and pitch
in 1-degree increments, the Dual Axis Electronic
Level is invaluable for architecture, macro
photography, video, or any situation where
critical composition is important.
12 fps High-Speed
Continuous Shooting
The EOS-1D X combines fast 16-channel
data readout from its 18.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
and the supercharged processing capabilities
of its Dual ≥5+ Image Processors with a
speedier shutter and mirror system to raise
the performance bar for EOS DSLR cameras,
all while capturing images full-frame. Ideal
for fixed focus situations, the EOS-1D X’s
super-high-speed mode enables high-speed
shooting up to 14 fps (JPEG).
Improved Shutter-Release Time Lag
Thanks to a non-contact charge and more
resilient design, shutter lag with the EOS-1D X is
reduced to 0.055 sec. A redesigned mirror that
features a Quad Active Mirror Stopper not only
aids in speedy shot-to-shot times, but the
reduced mirror vibration means more stable
shots at all times.
EOS iSA System with
Dedicated ≥ 4
The EOS-1D X features a brand new
100,000-pixel RGB Metering Sensor
with a dedicated ≥ 4 Image Processor that
delivers substantial improvements in evaluative
ambient and flash metering. The sensor uses 252
metering zones for general metering, and 35
zones in low light. The meter’s ≥4 Image
Processor is the heart of the EOS iSA (Intelligent
Subject Analysis) System that incorporates face
and color recognition data for more stable
performance under rapidly changing lighting
situations that can result in inaccurate
exposure. E-TTL Flash metering gains the
same improvements.
Improved GUI / Menu System
Reconceived based on the experience and
feedback of professional users, the EOS-1D X’s
new Graphic User Interface is faster, more precise
and more intuitive than ever. The menu structure
has been redesigned so that frequently used
functions previously buried in the menu hierarchy
are brought to the front. Operations previously
assigned to buttons, controls, menus and custom
functions have been consolidated for quick access
in the menu, ensuring the photographer can
concentrate on shooting images with the
knowledge that the camera’s settings are just
right. With the EOS-1D X’s new Multi Electronic
Lock, the Main Dial, Quick Control Dial and Multi-
Controller can all be locked, individually or
together. Meanwhile, the camera offers operational
help through the press of the Info button, identifying
features quickly, instructing on their use and
minimizing confusion, even for photographers
operating the camera for the first time.
In-camera Image Processing
Post processing, in-camera, is both
quick and easy with the EOS-1D X.
The EOS-1D X offers in-camera RAW
processing with image correction like white
balance, brightness, picture style and more, as
well as image resizing with JPEG images.
Additionally, the EOS-1D X features Expanded
Quick Control functions during playback like
image protect, image rotate, rating, RAW image
processing, resize, highlight alert, AF point and
image jump, meaning a streamlined workflow
can begin in the field.
Chromatic Aberration Correction
The EOS 1D X's Chromatic Aberration Correction
feature corrects aberrations in Canon lenses at the
time of shooting. Data based on the optical
characteristics of each lens can be read by the
camera, and individual lenses of the same model
can be registered by serial number.
LCD Monitor and Improved
Playback Features
The EOS-1D X’s 3.2" TFT LCD monitor has
1,040,000 dots, anti-reflective construction and
features Canon’s Clear View II technology for
bright, sharp display in any number of shooting
situations. It’s ideal for reviewing settings and
images, as well as for shooting in Live View
mode. In Live View, grid lines can be displayed
in 9 sections, 24 sections, or 9 sections with
diagonals, as can the dual-axis electronic level.
For image review, the EOS-1D X has a new
dedicated Magnify/Reduce button. While
pressing the button, zooming in or out (up to
10x) is achieved simply by turning the Main
Dial. Images can be protected or erased quickly,
individually or in batches, and slideshows can
be created with some or all images and can
be sequenced by date, folders, movies, stills
or rating.
Wireless File Transmitter
The EOS-1D X is
compatible with the
new WFT-E6A* for
wireless LAN and
Bluetooth transfer
with the IEEE 802.11
a/b/g/n standards,
performing up to 2.5x
faster than previous
models. The EOS-1D X’s
new image resend feature ensures that all
images get transferred, even if wireless signal
drops interrupt the transmission. The small and
lightweight WFT-E6A is discrete, does not
interfere with other camera operations, and
maintains the EOS-1D X’s high level of dust and
drip resistance.
Accessory Support
The GPS Receiver GP-E1* attaches to the
EOS-1D X, offering the same dust and
waterproof protection as the camera body
itself, features its own power supply and is
always ready to append location data to
images. It records latitude, longitude/
elevation and UTC time, and features GPS
Time Sync Function and an electronic
compass that records the camera’s
orientation when shooting.
Durability
For professionals who demand nothing less
than the best, EOS-1D X is designed to perform
superbly, even in the most demanding
situations, every time. The body is constructed
of rigid, high-strength magnesium-alloy for
rugged performance and features a new grip
design for easier finger placement and reduced
hand fatigue. Its newly redesigned shutter has
lightweight carbon-fiber blades, and is rated to
maintain up to 14 fps performance without
compromise, for up to 400,000 cycles. The
EOS-1D X and accessories like the new WFT-E6A
and GPS Receiver GP-E1 have reinforced
exterior coatings for improved dust and water
resistance, even at their connection points. A
new dust removal system uses two vibrating
elements that free and remove smaller dust
particles far more effectively than previous
systems. As part of Canon’s Integrated Cleaning
System, dust missed by the camera can be
identified and removed using the Dust Delete
Data feature of Canon’s Digital Photo Pro
software, bundled with every EOS DSLR.
Enhanced Front and Rear Button Layout
and Customization
The EOS-1D X represents a new standard in
ergonomic construction and customization for EOS
DSLR cameras. With a refined and intelligent layout
of all control buttons and dials, shooting settings
can be made with just the right hand, and quick
image check and image processing operations with
just the left. New, assignable and tactile function
buttons located on the front of the camera enable
fast access to features the photographer uses
frequently. The vertical-position grip has been
WFT-E6A
Correction of lens chromatic
aberration can be applied auto-
matically as you shoot and results
in sharper, cleaner images.
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100,000-pixel RGB Metering System — The new auto expo-
sure system uses a dedicated 100,000-pixel sensor with 252
zones for metering. The dedicated DIGIC 4 processor
improves subject recognition, providing proper exposure
even with difficult lighting conditions.
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