Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i Camera Sample Video


Sample video from the new Canon EOS 550D shot at 1920x1080 resolution (30fps) and optimised for YouTube.
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Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i Sample Photos



Canon EOS 550D Rebel T2i Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i Sample Photos

Important Note: These samples were shot using an early pre-production Canon EOS 550D. Please consider these early shots from the EOS 550D (Rebel T2i) as Beta samples that do not necessarily reflect the final image quality you can expect from the shipping product.
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Vanguard ABH Series Ball Heads


vg logo  Vanguard ABH Series Ball Heads

New for 2010 is VANGUARD’s top-of-the-line ABH Series semi-elliptical ball heads that automatically adjust and increase tension to handle off-center load with exceptional strength and stability.

“ABH Series ball heads offer extreme tension and friction control like never before,” said Anne Lee, CEO and founder of VANGUARD. “They’re unique with numerous, major industry-leading features and convenient details, like a numbered friction adjustment ring.”

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Espod Plus Tripods


Espod Plus Tripods Espod Plus Tripods

New in the tripod collection is Espod Plus, a must-have aluminum tripod for photographers who need a sturdy, yet lightweight and compact tripod that’s simple to set up and take down. Photographers can get their cameras in position quickly with Espod Plus’ unique, ergonomic leg angle release button, enabling effortless adjustment to 25, 50 and 80-degree angles. It’s flexible, too, with a detachable low angle adaptor so users can reverse the center column and position the camera for macro photography. It has a three-way pan head for smooth filming. Other features include a central column adaptor ring, an anti-shock ring to prevent vibration damage and quick flip-leg locks.

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EOS MOVIE plug-in for Final Cut Pro


EOS MOVIE plug in for Final Cut Pro EOS MOVIE plug in for Final Cut Pro

Canon today announces the development of a plug-in that will enable quicker and easier editing of EOS MOVIE footage in Final Cut Pro. A free Beta release of the plug-in will be available to download for testing and evaluation in March 2010.

‘EOS MOVIE Plug-in-E1 for Final Cut Pro’ is being developed to provide an even smoother workflow for EOS MOVIE users who edit using Apple’s Final Cut Pro software suite. The plug-in will enable the ‘log and transfer’ of video footage from Canon’s EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 7D and EOS-1D Mark IV Digital SLR cameras – all of which offer full 1080p HD video recording.

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Minox DCC 5.1 Miniature Replica


Minox DCC 5.1 Minox DCC 5.1 Miniature Replica

Designed in fascinating detail and with a sophisticated stylish format the new Digital Classic Camera MINOX DCC 5.1 is a true example of first-class German engineering from the fifties. Devotees of timeless elegance and precision mechanics will find it hard to resist the amazing look and feel of the camera. This small ingenious masterpiece in a scale of 1:3 is no ordinary digital camera and quietly reflects its owner’s confidence in style.

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Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, SD3500 IS, SD1400 IS + SD1300 IS Cameras


Canon PowerShot SX210 IS SD3500 IS SD1400 IS SD1300 IS Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, SD3500 IS, SD1400 IS +  SD1300 IS Cameras

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the addition of four new PowerShot Digital cameras, the PowerShot SX210 IS, PowerShot SD3500 IS, PowerShot SD1400 IS and PowerShot SD1300 IS, offering today’s photographer a compelling blend of cutting-edge photo capture technology and superior styling. The new PowerShot cameras offer increased shooting flexibility in a number of settings through advancements to the Smart Auto mode while offering greater photo personalization and enhanced creativity with new Scene Modes and Image effects. The addition of Fish-eye and Miniature Effect modes help photographers add a creative element or lend a humorous look and feel when capturing images of their favorite household pet or landscape scene.

From untimely blinks and awkward smirks to hard to shoot back-lit situations, the compact PowerShot SX210 IS, PowerShot SD3500 IS and PowerShot SD1400 IS cameras offer a variety of technologies to secure the best pictures under the most challenging conditions. In addition to the Face Detection self-timer, the new Smart Shutter scene mode now has Smile and Wink self-timers where the camera looks for a wink or smile which will act as the trigger and release the camera’s shutter.

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Canon Digital IXUS 105 Camera


Canon Digital IXUS 105 Canon Digital IXUS 105 Camera

The IXUS 105 boasts classic IXUS styling, combining a slim and chic body with a range of impressive functions for easy, everyday shooting. Available in silver, brown, pink and aqua Some colour variations of the IXUS 105 may not be available in all regions, the IXUS 105 offers a choice of classic and pastel colours to project a stylish and personal feel. A bright, 6.8cm (2.7”) PureColor LCD II screen is also great for framing and viewing shots.

12.1 Megapixels provide high resolution pictures bursting with colour and detail. Low Light mode also makes it easy for all users to take great photos in challenging, dimly-lit conditions. The IXUS 105 is also able to capture VGA movies at 30fps with sound, offering users the capacity to go beyond stills and record memories in video as well.

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Canon Digital IXUS 130 Camera


Canon Digital IXUS 130 Canon Digital IXUS 130 Camera

Canon today unveils the latest model in its IXUS range – the new IXUS 130. Sleek, smooth and sophisticated, the IXUS 130 merges stand-out looks with advanced technology, delivering the iconic blend of style and imaging excellence the IXUS brand is famous for. The IXUS 130 is also the slimmest IXUS model to date, measuring just 17.8mm at its thickest point.

The IXUS 130 includes the latest DIGIC 4 processing, which complements the exceptional design with high quality images that feature excellent colour, resolution and low noise. Like all IXUS models, the camera is also incredibly easy to operate, making it simple for users to capture excellent pictures.

Wide-angle genuine Canon lens technology
Designed and manufactured to premium standards, the new model features a genuine Canon 28mm wide-angle 4x zoom lens – perfect for group photos and landscapes at the widest setting, and great for portraits or shooting distant subjects using the zoom. Canon’s renowned optical Image Stabilizer system also counters camera shake, helping to prevent image blur, particularly when shooting at full zoom or in low light conditions.

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Canon Digital IxUS 210 Camera


Canon Digital IxUS 210 Canon Digital IxUS 210 Camera

Canon today announces the arrival of the latest and most advanced touch screen IXUS – the new IXUS 210. Available in black, gold, silver and pink, the IXUS 210 offers a sculpted metal exterior, a 14.1 Megapixel image sensor and 24mm genuine Canon lens - delivering premium imaging performance to match its iconic IXUS styling. A newly-developed touch user interface coupled with on-screen Hints and Tips, makes capturing, browsing and sharing images easier than ever before.

Stunning design and outstanding ease of use
The IXUS 210 is the most advanced touch screen IXUS to date. By using large and easy-to-press on-screen icons while shooting, users can swiftly access commonly-used camera functions, while a simple-to-navigate touch menu system aids swift access to other camera settings. Touch AF allows the user to focus on their subject by simply ‘touching’ it on the screen. If the subject is moving, the camera’s integrated Servo AF/AE will automatically track it, maintaining both focus and exposure for the perfect shot.

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Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i Camera


Canon EOS 550D Rebel T2i Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i Camera

Canon today announces a groundbreaking new addition to its expanding, world-famous EOS range of Digital SLR cameras – the EOS 550D.

The EOS 550D redefines the boundaries of Canon’s consumer DSLR range, incorporating technologies and features more commonly found in semi-professional DSLRs into the compact, lightweight body favoured by consumers. With a newly-developed 18 Megapixel (MP) APS-C CMOS sensor, coupled with Canon’s advanced DIGIC 4 image processor and the ability to shoot Full HD movies, photography enthusiasts are empowered to explore new levels of creativity.

Creative control with no compromise on quality
The EOS 550D makes Canon’s powerful imaging technology more accessible to consumers. Canon’s advanced DIGIC 4 image processor and 18MP sensor support standard ISO settings of 100 – 6400 (expandable to 12800), while enhanced in-camera noise reduction technology boosts performance in low light conditions. The system’s 14-bit image processing also produces smoother tonal gradation and natural looking colours for high quality prints and on-screen display.

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