- 8.2-megapixel CMOS sensor--3:2 aspect ratio the same as in 35mm cameras.
- Compatible with Canon professional EF lenses (except the EF-S line).
- Continuous shooting 8.5 frames per second at full resolution; rugged, weather-resistant magnesium alloy.
- Supports both CompactFlash Type I and II and Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.
- Powered by rechargeable NiMH battery pack; connects to PCs and Macs via FireWire and USB 1.1.
Product Description
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Canon's EOS-1D Mark II (successor to the original EOS-1D) is the
ultimate professional digital SLR. Nearly doubling its
predecessor's resolution to 8.2 megapixels, it also offers an
improved shooting buffer for continuous shooting 8.5 frames per
second at full resolution--making it the world's fastest digital
SLR (as of January, 2004). It also features a faster DIGIC II
imaging engine, a rugged yet lightweight weather-resistant
magnesium alloy construction, capability for custom and personal
presets, and dual storage slots for CompactFlash and Secure
Digital cards.
Optics and Resolution
Canon's newly developed single-plate CMOS sensor with 8-channel
reading technology delivers exceptional image quality, with
approximately 8.2 million effective pixels (8.5 million total
pixels) and a generous 28.7 x 19.1mm image size. The sensor's 3:2
aspect ratio is the same as in 35mm cameras, and the sensor's
large size realizes an effective angle of view that's just 1.3
times the focal length indicated on Canon EF lenses. It features
3504 x 2336, 3104 x 2072, 2544 x 1696, and 1728 x 1152 pixel
resolution settings.
A new on-chip noise elimination circuit eradicates fixed pattern
and random noise. A low-pass filter placed in front of the sensor
reduces false color and moire effects, while the infrared filter
suppresses red fringing caused by sensor reflections and fog.
RAW processing
New Digital Photo Professional image processing software is
provided for high-speed processing of lossless RAW files. It
enables real-time display and immediate application of
adjustments to images and includes a wide array of RAW, TIFF, or
JPEG image editing functions, which give control over variables
such as white balance, dynamic range, exposure compensation and
color tone. It supports sRGB, Adobe RGB, and Wide Gamut RGB color
spaces.
Digic II Imaging Processor
Canon's newly developed, state-of-the-art DIGIC II imaging
engine achieves super high speed processing that results in
continuous shooting of 8.2-megapixel images at 8.5 fps in maximum
bursts of 40 (JPEG format) or 20 (RAW format) s. By handling
larger volumes of image data, DIGIC II also contributes to lower
power consumption: up to about 1,200 s can be taken on a full
battery at 20 degrees C, or around 800 s at 0 degrees C.
More Features
The new 230,000-pixel, 2.0-inch color TFT LCD offers nearly
twice the resolution of monitors on other EOS digital models,
nearly 100% coverage of JPEG images, and a new bolder typeface
that simplifies reading of text menus. Photos displayed on the
LCD monitor can be magnified from 1.5X to 10X in 15 increments,
allowing you to check the focus and exposure of images with high
precision.
You can easily tailor the EOS-1D MARK II to meet your own
specialized needs:
* 21 Custom Functions with 67 settings include the removal of the
ISO speed extension setting to the ISO speed extension menu, the
addition of new E-TTL averaged autoflash metering, and the
inclusion of AI Servo continuous shooting, which was previously a
Personal Function.
* 25 Personal Functions can be installed in the camera at any
time, via driver software, to meet high-level customization
needs. New features include the ability to append data for data
verification and the ability to apply the Quick Control Dial's
ON/OFF switch to the Main Dial to prevent accidental changes to
settings when shooting remotely with EOS Capture. Other features
include: * Images can be recorded in the JPEG image format, the
RAW image format, or both formats simultaneously.
* Seven Color Matrix settings are provided for JPEG and RAW
images, including five factory presets that were previously
available and two new settings that allow independent user
adjustment of color space, color saturation, and color tone
within a prescribed range.
* ISO speeds are selectable in 1/3 increments (100-1600) and may
be set as low as 50 or as high as 3200 through the ISO extension
menu.
* It offers 10 selectable white balance modes and a new WB
Compensation function, which allows adjustment of blue/amber and
magenta/green biases in +/-9 steps, as well as combined use of
light-balancing (LB) and color-correction (CC) equivalent digital
color filters.
* Canon's improved Evaluative Through-The-Lens (E-TTL) Autoflash
system offers new averaged metering in addition to the evaluative
metering available on other EOS models.
* Designed as a serious tool for professionals, the EOS-1D MARK
II offers rigid magnesium alloy in the chassis and external
covers (top, front, rear and memory card slot cover). Lens
Compatibility
Canon's lineup of professional EF lenses--including over 50
models ranging from 14mm ultra-wide-angle to 1,200mm
super-telephoto--are compatible with the new EOS-1D Mark II
(except the EF-S line). Canon's sophisticated electronic lens
technology communicates with the camera as soon as the lens
is ed to transfer information about the lens, such as its
type, f-number and focal length, thus enabling faster, more
precise control from the camera.
EF lenses offer professional capabilities that meet wide-ranging
needs, including such features as an Ultrasonic Motor that
silently drives the autofocus mechanism with very high precision,
an Image Stabilizer that automatically compensates for camera
shake via microcomputer, advanced aspherical optics, fluorite
lenses, Ultra Low Dispersion (UD) lenses, and Super UD lenses.
Storage and Transfer
The EOS-1D Mark II offers support for both CompactFlash Type I
and II (making it MicroDrive compatible) and Secure Digital (SD)
memory cards. Images can be recorded on a CompactFlash card or SD
memory card alone; on both cards at the same time as a safeguard
against losing important data; or on both cards, one at a time,
to maximize storage capacity. It connects to PCs and Macs via
FireWire (also referred to as IEEE1394, or i.Link) and USB 1.1
(which activates PictBridge printing capabilities).
Power and Size
The camera is powered by a rechargeable NiMH (nickel metal
hydride) battery pack (NP-E3, included); it also requires one
CR2025 for date and time settings. It measures 6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1
inches and weighs 43 ounces (camera body only without batteries;
battery adds 11.8 ounces).
What's in the Box
This package includes the EOS-1D Mark II digital SLR camera
body, rechargeable NiMH battery (NP-E3), AC adapter (DCK-E1),
CR2025 battery, and USB and FireWire (IEEE1394) cables. The
CD-ROM includes EOS Viewer Utility software for faster image
preview, and Digital Photo Professional software for high-speed
processing and handling of RAW images. It is compatible with over
60 Canon EF lenses (excluding EF-S lens) and the entire Canon EX
series Speedlite flash range.