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Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT
The EOS 350D Digital features a newly developed, second generation, extremely low noise APS-C size 8.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor the fourth new CMOS sensor from Canon in just twelve months. It is powered by the same DIGIC II image processor found in Canon's professional series D-SLR cameras, and features 3 frame per second, 14 frame burst operation, USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface, simultaneous RAW and Large JPEG writing and 0.2 second start up time. The camera is more than 10% lighter and 25% smaller by volume than the EOS 300D. It is available in both black and silver finishes.
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FEATURES
Target user
With plain language menus, intuitive controls and default settings chosen to reflect general every-day use, the EOS 350D Digital is designed to appeal to digital still compact users looking to expand their creativity, and film SLR users who have been waiting for 8.0 Megapixel performance at this price point. It will be available as body only and in kit form with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II lens.
Improvements over the EOS 300D
The new CMOS sensor and high performance DIGIC II performance lead a number of improvements to the EOS 300D. Other advances include E-TTL II distance-linked flash metering for easy, consistent and precise flash exposures. Users can now select between three focus modes: One-Shot AF, AI SERVO and AI Focus. Writing to memory card is 3.5 times faster and the interface is upgraded to USB 2.0 Hi-Speed for fast image downloads. Mirror lock-up and 2nd curtain flash have also been added.
The camera now features the same Monochrome mode found on the EOS 20D, allowing users to shoot in black & white with a range of filter effects. White Balance correction of both blue/amber and magenta/green bias is available to ±9 levels and WB bracketing is extended to include the magenta/green bias direction. Digital Photo Professional RAW image processing software the same professional workflow software supplied with Canon's €8,000[3] EOS-1Ds Mark II, has been added to the standard supplied software.
Low noise sensor and precision optics
The CMOS sensor features redesigned pixel sites, with improved capacity to isolate any residual charge remaining after the pixel site is reset. This is then subtracted from the exposure to suppress any random pattern noise. Improvements in image quality are particularly noticeable with long shutter exposures and high ISO settings, and result in more even rendering of uniform surfaces, such as blue skies. The low noise of the second generation CMOS sensor delivers clean images from ISO 100 through to ISO 1600.
The APS-C size sensor gives the camera a 1.6x magnification compared to 35mm cameras. The camera's EF-S lens mount works seamlessly with all of the more than 60 Canon EF lenses the world's largest interchangeable lens system. It is also compatible with the four EFS lenses developed for Canon's
APS-C format digital SLRs (the EOS 20D and EOS 300D) including the new
EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM lens.
Faster processing for better results
Underpinning the camera's performance is Canon's high-speed DIGIC II (Digital Image Core) processor, as found in Canon's professional series EOS-1D Mark II and EOS-1Ds Mark II. DIGIC II is Canon's second generation image processor, purpose built to handle the complex algorithms required for maximum image quality; optimally processing functions such as white balance and colour rendition. By integrating key functions onto a single processor, DIGIC II delivers superb quality images without trading camera responsiveness. "Digital image quality is dependent on three factors: lens quality, sensor performance and image processing capability, said Jensen. Canon is a developer, designer and manufacturer of the key components in each of the three critical technology areas: lens, CMOS sensor and image processor. It is the leadership position in each of these core technology areas that gives the EOS 350D Digital its edge.
Better focusing
Focus can now be selected between One Shot AF (for single shot focusing), AI SERVO AF (for predictive tracking of subjects approaching at up to 50kph up to 10m away[4] ) and AI Focus AF (switches automatically between One Shot AF and AI SERVO AF when subject movement is detected). This improves on the EOS 300D by providing direct selection of the three focusing modes. For more flexible focusing, AF point selection is now possible with the cross keys as well as from the main dial. Full time manual override is available with all EF Auto Focus lenses, while a new Precision Matte screen gives a brighter viewfinder image for easier, more accurate manual focusing.
Improved flash
The pop-up flash has a guide number of 13 and sits even higher (95.5mm) above the optical axis than on the EOS 300D, helping suppress red eye effect and reducing the possibility of lens barrel shadow. Angle of coverage extends to support wide lenses to 17mm. Flash compensation of ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2- stop increments is available with both the built-in flash and with all EX-series Speedlite flash units.
Print and review
Lab-quality prints can be produced without the need for a computer by directly connecting the EOS 350D Digital to any PictBridge compatible photo printer via the supplied USB cable. The new USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection improves computer upload times, and is also compatible with USB 1.1 and Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) for driverless[5] transfers.
The 1.8" LCD is used to select and review photographs to be printed and set print variables. During image playback, it is possible to jump forward or back by date, by single image, or by groups of 10 or 100 images. Review display modes have been extended, making it possible to review an image without overlaying any information.
High-end exposure control
The EOS 350D Digital retains the accurate 35 zone TTL metering of the EOS 300D. The three metering modes (evaluative, partial, and centre weighted average) are now manually selectable and both exposure compensation and exposure bracketing are available in 1/2 stop increments as well as the 1/3 stop increments of the EOS 300D. The EOS 350D Digital retains the popular Programmed Image Control modes of the EOS 300D, such as Night Portrait, Sports, Close-up, Landscape, Portrait and Flash OFF.
Shooting adaptability
Shutter speeds extend from 30 sec to 1/4000 sec, plus bulb and high-speed x-sync at 1/200s. The memory card slot supports 2GB and higher CompactFlash Type I and II cards. Optional wired or infra red wireless remote control is available. Seven preset White Balance settings (such as cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, etc.) plus custom White Balance and ±3 stop White Balance Bracketing (WB-BKT) ensure that image colours match the photographer's recollection of the scene.
Comprehensive accessories, software and online access
The EOS 350D Digital comes complete with NB-2LH battery pack, charger, USB cable, video cable, wide embroidered anti-slip neck strap. A new optional
Battery Grip BG-E3 gives the camera a solid and balanced pro feel, particularly when the camera is fitted with longer lenses, and includes a shutter release and main dial for vertical/portrait shooting. It comes complete with one magazine that takes 6 AA batteries and another that takes two NB-2LH Li-Ion rechargeable batteries.
Purchase of the EOS 350D Digital entitles photographers to membership of the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY with a 100 MB online photo album for image uploads. As well as Digital Photo Professional RAW image workflow software, ZoomBrowser EX 5.1 (Windows) and ImageBrowser 5.1 (Mac) are included for handling image file transfers between camera and computer, managing and printing files, and preview and conversion of RAW images. PhotoStitch is included for seamless merging of panorama shots. Arcsoft PhotoStudio software allows artistic and creative manipulation of images.
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PICTURES 
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SPECIFICATION
List price
(kit inc. lens) |
$999 |
| Body material |
Plastic (matte finish) |
| Sensor * |
22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS sensor
RGB Color Filter Array
Built-in fixed low-pass filter
8.2 million total pixels
8.0 million effective pixels
3:2 aspect ratio |
| Image sizes * |
3456 x 2304 (L)
2496 x 1664 (M)
1728 x 1152 (S) |
| Output formats |
RAW
RAW + JPEG Large/Fine *
JPEG (EXIF 2.21) - Fine, Normal |
| Image processor |
DIGIC II * |
| Lenses |
Canon EF / EF-S lens mount
1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes |
Auto Focus
Manual Focus (switch on lens barrel) |
| Auto Focus |
7-point TTL
CMOS sensor
AF working range: -0.5 - 18 EV (at 20°C, ISO 100) * |
| AF modes * |
AI Focus
One shot
AI Servo |
| AF point selection |
Auto
Manual |
| AF assist |
Flash strobe |
| Shooting modes |
Auto
Program AE (P)
Shutter priority AE (Tv)
Aperture priority AE (Av)
Manual (M)
Auto depth-of-field
Portrait
Landscape
Close-up
Sports
Night portrait
Flash off |
| Metering |
TTL 35 zone SPC
Metering range: EV 1.0 - 20 EV (at 20°C, ISO 100, 50 mm F1.4) |
| Metering modes * |
Evaluative 35-zone
Partial 9% at center
Center-weighted average |
| AE Lock |
AE lock button |
| AE Bracketing |
+/- 2.0 EV
0.5 or 0.3 EV increments * |
| Exposure compen. |
+/- 2.0 EV
0.5 or 0.3 EV increments * |
| Sensitivity |
Auto (100 - 400)
ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600 |
| Shutter |
Focal-plane shutter
30 - 1/4000 sec (0.5 or 0.3 EV steps *)
Flash X-Sync: 1/200 sec
Bulb |
| Aperture values |
F1.0 - F91 (0.3 EV steps)
Actual aperture range depends on lens used |
| White balance |
Auto
Daylight
Shade
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent
Flash
Custom |
| WB Bracketing |
+/-3 levels
3 images
Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias * |
| WB fine-tuning * |
Blue (-9) To Amber (+9)
Magenta (-9) to Green (+9) |
| Color space * |
sRGB
Adobe RGB
(Independently selectable) |
| Image params * |
Parameter 1 (con +1, shp +1, sat +1, tone 0)
Parameter 2 (con 0, shp 0, sat 0, tone 0)
Set 1 (con, shp, sat, tone)
Set 2 (con, shp, sat, tone)
Set 3 (con, shp, sat, tone)
B&W (con, shp, filter, toning) |
Custom params
(Set 1 - 3) |
Contrast (+/-2)
Sharpness (+/-2)
Saturation (+/-2)
Color tone (+/-2) |
| Drive modes |
Single
Continuous: 3.0 fps up to 14 JPEG / 4 RAW frames *
Self-timer 10 secs (3 sec with mirror lock-up) |
| Mirror lockup * |
Yes |
| Viewfinder |
Pentamirror
95% frame coverage
Magnification: 0.8x (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity)
*
Eyepoint: 21 mm *
Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter
Fixed laser matte screen |
| Viewfinder info |
AF points
AF/FE lock
AEB
Shutter Speed
Aperture
Exposure Level / Compensation
Max. burst
AF/MF focus confirmation
CF warning |
| DOF preview |
Yes, button |
| LCD monitor |
1.8" TFT LCD
115,000 pixels *
5 brightness levels
10x zoom playback |
| Record review |
Off
On
On (Info, inc. histogram)
2 / 4 / 8 sec / Hold |
| Flash |
Auto pop-up E-TTL II auto flash *
Guide number approx 13
Modes: Auto, Manual Flash On/ Off, Red-Eye Reduction
X-Sync: 1/200 sec
Flash exposure compensation: +/-2.0 EV (0.3 or 0.5 EV steps)
*
Coverage up to 17 mm focal length (27 mm FOV equiv.) |
| External flash |
E-TTL II auto flash with EX-series Speedlites
*
Hot-shoe |
| Direct printing |
Canon Card Photo Printers
Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function
PictBridge |
| Other features |
Orientation sensor
Automatically writes FAT16/FAT32 depending on capacity
LCD panel illumination |
| Auto rotation |
On (playback uses orientation data in file header)
Off |
| Playback mode |
Single image
Single image with info (inc. histogram)
Magnified view (1.5 - 10x in 15 steps, browsable)
9 image index
Auto play
Image rotation
Jump (by 10, 100 or date) * |
| Custom functions |
9 custom functions with 24 settings * |
| Menu languages |
English
German
French
Dutch
Danish
Finnish
Italian
Norwegian
Swedish
Spanish
Russian *
Chinese (Simplified)
Korean *
Japanese |
| Firmware |
User upgradable (uh oh!) |
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed, approx. 2.6 MB/sec)
*
Video out
E3 type wired remote control |
| Direct Print |
Canon Compact Photo Printers and PIXMA Printers (supporting
PictBridge)
PictBridge |
| Storage |
Compact Flash Type I or II
Microdrive supported
FAT 12/16 and FAT 32 support
No CF card supplied |
| Power |
Lithium-Ion NB-2LH rechargeable battery (supplied &
charger) *
CR2016 Lithium battery (date/time backup) *
Optional ACK-700 AC adapter * |
| Dimensions * |
127 x 94 x 64 mm (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in) |
| Weight * |
Body (no batt or CF): 490 g (1.1 lb)
Body plus battery and CF: 540 g (1.2 lb)
Body plus battery,CF and 18-55 mm II lens: 724 g (1.6 lb) |
| Software * |
Digital Photo Professional
Zoom Browser EX
EOS Capture
PhotoStitch |
| Accessories |
Semi-hard case EH-18L *
EF and EF-S lenses
Canon Speedlites (220EX, 380EX, 420EX, 580EX, Macro-RingLite, MR-14EX,
Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2)
Battery Grip BG-E3 (takes two NB-2LH or 6 AA's) *
Remote Switch RS-60E3, Remote Controller RC-1 and RC-5
AC Adapter Kit ACK-700 * |
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