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Canon EOS-1DS Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Canon EOS-1DS digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Canon EOS-1DS accessories with your camera. You'll get the Canon EOS-1DS manual and always important Canon EOS-1DS lens which makes the Canon EOS-1DS digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Canon EOS-1DS accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Canon EOS-1DS kit or bundle, is the Canon EOS-1DS leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Canon EOS-1DS body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Canon EOS-1DS Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
EOS-1DS |
| Camera Format |
Pro SLR |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$8999.00 |
| Street Price |
$4195.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2005-11-29 |
| Date Available |
2002-11-30 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Wired |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Tripod Mount Material |
Metal |
| Weight |
1600 g
55.9 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
Yes |
| Size |
156 x 158 x 80 mm
6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
4064x2704, 2032x1352 |
| Aspect Ratio |
3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
11.40 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1.69 |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| CCD Manufacturer |
Canon CMOS |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
1.01 |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Digital Zoom |
No |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Aperture Range Description |
Varies with lens |
| Lens Thread Type |
Lens threads |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
SLR type, eye-level pentaprism |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
100% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
2.0 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
120000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
50, 100, 200, 400, 640, 800, 1000, 1250 |
| ISO Rating Max |
1250 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
13 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, daylight, shade, overcast, tungsten, fluorescent, flash, custom, color temp., personal x 3 |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Exp Adj Range |
3.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Centerweighted averaging, Center Spot, AF-linked Spot, Multi-Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
2 or 10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
No |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Ext Flash Connection |
Hotshoe (Speedlight EX), PC terminal |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1, CompactFlash Type 2 |
| Other Memory Types |
Microdrive |
| Uncompressed Format |
RAW |
| CCD Raw Format |
Yes |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG, WAV |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
No |
| Other Connection |
DC In, Speedlight hotshoe, PC terminal |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
1.3 seconds |
| Shutdown Time |
0.5 seconds |
| Play -> Record |
0.3 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
1.0 seconds |
| Record -> Play (min res) |
1.0 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Man. Focus |
0.1 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Prefocus |
0.1 seconds |
| Cycle Time Uncompressed Format |
0.5 seconds |
| Cycle Time Max Res |
0.5 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
0.5 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
10 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
3.0 |
| Download speed, KB/second |
719.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
Proprietary NP-E3 |
| Usable Battery Types |
NP-E3 NiMH |
| Batteries Included |
1 x Proprietary NP-E3 NiMH rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
ISO 50 must be enabled with Custom Function 3-1.
More in-depth details and coverage of Canon's official US announcement can be found here. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Canon EOS-1DS review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Canon EOS-1DS power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Canon EOS-1DS digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Canon EOS-1DS even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Canon EOS-1DS Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Canon EOS-1DS rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Canon EOS-1DS accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Canon EOS-1DS wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Canon EOS-1DS, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Canon EOS-1DS camera or Canon EOS-1DS lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Canon EOS-1DS camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Canon EOS-1DS digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Canon EOS-1DS powergrip digital camera.
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