Canon introduced the next addition to the EOS 1D series, the EOS-1D Mark IV Digital SLR camera. The camera was called “high-speed multimedia performance monster” with its 16-megapixels, fast 10 fps continuous shooting and full HD video capabilities.

The EOS-1D Mark IV employs Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors for full 14-bit A/D conversion at 10 fps. The 14-bit per channel conversion provides smoother tonalities in final images. It is also responsible for the Highlight Tone Priority feature that helps preserve detail in highlight areas of the image.

The camera’s remarkable autofocus system starts with 45 AF points offering 39 high-precision cross-type AF points. Moreover, it features a redesigned AI Servo II AF predictive focusing algorithm to keep fast-moving objects in focus in a variety of shooting conditions.

The camera makes a breakthrough in low light shooting. It features ISO speed settings from 100 to 12,800 in standard mode. Furthermore, ISO can be expanded up to 102,400. The manufacturer promises good low-noise image quality even at ISO 12,800 thanks to the camera’s High ISO Noise Reduction.

The camera offers Canon’s Peripheral Illumination Correction function which corrects darkening in the corners of images when lenses are used at their largest apertures.

The EOS-1D Mark IV also acts as a professional video camera, recording Full HD video at 1920 x 1080 at 24p/25p/30p and 720p video at either 50p or 60p. For sound there’s an internal monaural microphone in the camera or you can as well connect optional external microphones.

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV Digital SLR – Specifications:

• 27.9 x 18.6 mm CMOS sensor (1.3x crop factor)
• 16.1 Megapixels
• Maximum Image Size: 4896×3264
• Eye-level Pentaprism Viewfinder with 0.76x magnification
• 3 inch LCD Live View with 920,000 dots
• Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processor
• EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• 45-point TTL Auto focus
• Focus modes: One shot AF, AI Servo AF, Manual
• Exposure modes: Program, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, Manual, Bulb
• 63 Zone Metering linked to all AF points
• Metering Modes: Evaluative, Partial, Spot
• AE Lock: Auto, Manual
• Sensitivity: ISO 50-102400
• Shutter Speed: 30 - 1/8000 sec, Bulb
• High-speed Continuous Shooting: 10 fps
• Memory: Compact Flash Type I or II, SD/SDHC
• Movie Mode: 1920 x 1080 @ 30fps
• Canon EF Lens Mount
• Body material: Magnesium alloy
• Dimensions: 156 x 156.6 x 80 mm (6.2 x 6.2 x 3.1 in)
• Weight: 1180 g
• List Price: $4999 (US)

Official Information: usa.canon.com.

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Mamiya has announced the availability of its new DM22 and DM28 medium format cameras. They are the perfect choice for photographers when 35mm-sized DSLRs are not good enough.

Priced at $9,995 for the body and kit lens, DM22 is one of the cheapest medium format cameras. It offers 22 megapixels of resolution, a 48 x 36 mm sensor, true 16 bit/channel RAW files, dynamic range of 12 f stops and an ISO range of 25-400.

The DM28 features 28 megapixels, a larger 44 x 33mm sensor and an ISO range of 50-800. It is priced at $14,990 for the body and kit lens.

Both cameras come with the sharp Mamiya 80mm f/2.8 D Series lens, focal plane shutter, and are fully compatible with any Mamiya AF focal plane series lens. They can also be used with older 645MF and Hasselblad lenses in stop-down mode via #310-244 adapter.

They feature Mamiya’s new Guaranteed Trade-Up Program. Images are stored either on a CF card or via FireWire™.

Mamiya Product Marketing Manager Mike Edwards says: “We recognize photographers’ need to deliver exceptional quality photographs, along with an impression of professionalism, which a 35mm-sized DSLR cannot present”.

Mamiya DM22 & DM28 Medium Format Cameras- Specifications:

• Camera Type: M645AFDIII
• Sensor Size
  • DM22: 48 x36mm
  • DM28: 44 x 33mm
• Image Resolution
  • Dm22: 22 megapixels
  • DM28: 28 megapixels
• Maximum Image Size
  • DM22: 5356 x 4056
  • DM28: 6144 x 4622
• 3.5″ (6 x 7cm) LCD Screen
• Sensitivity
  • DM22: ISO 25-400
  • DM28: ISO 50-800
• RAW File Attributes
  • File Type: Leaf Mosaic HDR-type
  • Color Depth: 16 bits/channel
  • Dynamic Range: 12 f-stops
• Storage: CF Card (Portable Mode), FireWire 800 (Tethered Mode)
• Optional Camera Interfaces: Mamiya RZ67 ProIID, 4×5 Graflock
• Compatible lenses
  • Mamiya AF focal plane series lenses
  • Mamiya 645 MF lenses without adapter (stop down mode)
  • Hasselblad V-series lenses (stop down mode via optional Mamiya #310-244 adapter)
• Price
  • DM22: $ 9995
  • DM28: $ 14,990

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Sony A550 is a 14.2-megapixel digital SLR camera with enhanced Live View, Auto HDR functionality and speedy performance.

At the heart of the camera is a new, unique to Sony, Exmor⑩ CMOS sensor that ensures crisp low-noise images, packed with fine detail and vibrant colors. And BIONZ image processing engine allows for high-speed shooting at a rate of 7 frames per second in the Continuous mode.

Like all DSLR cameras by Sony, the new model feature SteadyShot⑩ INSIDE optical image stabilizer that reduces the effects of camera shake by up to 4 EV steps while shooting handheld with any lens.

The A550 features 921k dot 3-inch LCD screen that tilts up or down over a full 180 degree range. LCD brightness is automatically boosted for extra screen clarity when surrounding light levels are high.

Thecamera’s Quick AF Live View features Face Detection, for crisp with natural skin tones. Smile Shutter was also included in Live View mode to automatically trigger the shutter the moment the camera detects smiles. A special new Manual Focus Check Live View mode, in its turn assists with fine-tuning your composition.

Operation is very simple due to a redesigned on-screen interface and a unique Graphic Display.

The camera uses the highest capacity of any Alpha series digital SLR camera battery to date. It delivers up to 950 shots from a single charge.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 - Specifications:

• Sony Exmore APS-C CMOS Image Sensor
• 14.20 Megapixels
• Aspect Ratio: 3:2, 16:9
• Maximum Image Size: 4592 x 3056
• File Format: RAW, JPEG
• 3.0 in. Variable-angle Live View LCD with 921,600 dots (307,200 pixels)
• Focusing: 9-point TTL phase detection with eye-start AF; Wide, Spot, Local modes
• Manual Focus
• Sensitivity: ISO 200 - 12800
• Shutter Speed: 30 - 1/4000 second
• SteadyShot Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
• Exposure Modes: Aperture, Shutter, Manual
• Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Sunset, Night Portrait/Night View
• Metering Modes: 40-segment Multi Segment, Center-weighted, Spot; (1200 zone evaluative metering in Live View)
• Continuous Shooting: 7 fps
• Auto HDR Function
• D-Range Optimizer (Auto, Level 1-5)
• Internal Flash: Guide Number 12
• Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Cards
• Dimensions: 5.4 x 4.1 x 3.3 in.(137 x 104 x 84 mm)
• Weight: 21.1 oz (599 g)
• Lens Mount: Sony Alpha (Minolta A) mount
• Kit Lens: Sony 18.0 - 55.0mm f/3.5 - 5.6 IS
• Planned Price: $1,050

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