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Contents
Rumours
Real Stuff
EOS 2000D - Rebel XX
Replacement for the 1000D / Rebel XS
July 24th 2010
Information
1000D/400D/450D specs for Comparison

2000D Rumours
2010 August
- 24th No sign of the camera yet, but reports of a book being written about using the camera
July
- 13th Further comments (thanks) that the 2000D will have a 'side hinged' screen.
- 11th In our latest 60D specs, it's suggested that an articulating screen will first appear in the 1000D replacement.
- 10th Expectations of a Canon announcement next week are running high [PR , CR]
- The 60D is a popular suggestion, we're told (thanks) that it won't happen until the replacement for the 1000D is announced (although I notice that a dual launch was not ruled out)
- The Kiss F/Rebel XS is getting on a bit (in low end DSLR terms), so time perhaps for the Kiss F2?How about US naming?
- Have a look at the table below (green for video included).
- I've included Q3 2010 even though it's only a week or so old
- How about the Rebel TS?
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400D
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Kiss Digital X |
450D
Rebel XSi
Kiss X2 |
500D
Rebel T1i
Kiss X3 |
550D
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Rebel XS
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June
- 20th We've had several comments asking about what any 2000D would be based on?
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If you look at the 1000D it's based on the 400D sensor, dating from a year or so before the release. Whilst any followup might got for the 12.1MP 450D sensor, we had a suggestion earlier this year that it would be the 500D (15.1MP) for video reasons. My suspicion is that Canon want the 1000D followup to be clearly at the 'entry level' for DSLRs.
- See 1000D/450D/500D comparison for an overview
- 17th The 1000D is marked as 'discontinued' by Canon in Hong Kong.
January
- 18th One good reason we keep all our old rumours on the page...
- There has been mention of the 2000D and 6000D on a number of forums
- It looks as if people are finding referemces to what was the Canon EOS D2000 / Kodak DCS 520.
- Sound familiar? Jump back to September 2008
- 6th Some February announcements seem on the way [CR] and the 1000D dating from mid 2008 is due for an update, but maybe not until the 550D has made some space for it in the lineup?
2009 November
- 29th Stirings on the 2000D rumour front with the 2kD getting a flip screen [CR]. We've had suggestions that this and the 60D would be first to get this.
September
- 24th At CR they've had a suggestion for a 1500D - not a number I've seen mentioned before.
- Some specs
- 12MP
- Movie 1080 @30 fps
- 460k fixed LCD
- Think 1000D with video and sensor from 450D.
- I'd expect a few more consumer oriented whistles and bells but nothing to threaten 500D sales too much.
- As below, due 'real soon now' ;-)
August
- 27th Several comments suggesting that the 2000D may still get a 2009 release - just add video and a few alterations to the 1000D
- At CR it's suggested for announcement on September 1st
July
- 2nd Well, no announcements from Canon.
- At CR they now have a July 7th announcement pencilled in, possibly waiting until after something from Nikon.
- We've had no updates yet, although it's worth noting they didn't do a press event (in the UK) for the 50D and 500D. Usually it's just consumer and 'pro' kit that get the full treatment.
June
- 30th No sign of any new stuff yet...
- 28th More specs for Tuesday 30th at CR
- 15.1mp
- 7 AF points
- 3fps
- ISO 100-3200
- 3" LCD (Not Articulating)
- 720P Video (30fps & 24fps) NO 1080p
- SD Card
- USB 2.0
- HDMI Out
- Video Out
- LP-E5 Battery
- For the video specs I'd expect to see 25FPS (PAL compatibility) long before 24FPS in an entry level model, unless Canon really wants to aim the 1000D replacement at the independent film maker market...
- 25th We're told (thanks) to expect news next Tuesday (30th)
- No signs of any big build up, although the 1000D was announced without great fanfare.
- The 30th is also one of the expected dates for a Nikon release too
- 17th Minor updates in Canon software noted.
- An Australian site [CD] suggests:
- 15.1MP
- 3fps
- 720P 30fps video
- ISO 100-6400
- 2.5" flip out LCD
- This is similar to a CR report from April.
May
- 3rd A flip out display? We've had mentions of this several times in the past, along with the comment that it wouldn't happen until 'the market' warranted it.
- We're now told (thanks) that it's slated first for the 2000D and then the 60D.
April
- Unencumbered by the Kiss/Rebel naming, the rest of the world is expecting a 2000D later this year ... OK maybe an 1100D or somesuch.
- At CR there is a suggestion that it'll be the Rebel T1
2009 February
- 21st No SLRs for PMA - looks as if the economy has slowed the update rate - see Canon rumours for more release date info.
2008 October
- 16th On CR, a potential announcement date for new Canon stuff - Feb 10th for replacements for the 1D3, 450D (Rebel XSi) and 1000D (Rebel XS) and two lenses (not the 35L since that's for the 1Ds4 in the Summer
September
- 4th - there has been mention of the 2000D and 6000D on a number of forums
- It looks as if people are finding referemces to what was the Canon EOS D2000 / Kodak DCS 520.
- With a 1.6x CCD sensor of 1728 x 1152, I suspect this is not what will replace the 1000D ;-) [more info]
2008 August
- 30th With the 50D announcement we can look for the following specs
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- 12MP min (14mp likely if lots of the competition move to 14MP)
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- With a potential 1 year refresh cycle, look for the 2000D (or whatever it gets called) in late spring 2009
- As to numbering, have a look at this table of old EOS film camera numbers
This table from WP
Canon EOS Film SLR Timeline
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Kiss |
500N
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New Kiss |
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1000D /Rebel XS/Kiss F - Full Specifications for comparison
| List price (EU) |
Body only: €549 , Kit: €649 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| International naming |
Europe: Canon EOS 1000D , Japan: Canon EOS Kiss Digital F |
| Body material |
Plastic (Stainless Steel chassis) |
| Sensor |
10.1 million effective pixels , 10.5 million total pixels , 22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS sensor , RGB Color Filter Array , Built-in low-pass filter with self cleaning unit , 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Dust reduction |
Low-pass filter vibration at power-on (can be interrupted) , Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces , Software based dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later) |
| Image sizes |
3888 x 2592 (L) , 2816 x 1880 (M) , 1936 x 1288 (S) |
| Output formats |
RAW (.CR2) + JPEG Large/Fine , JPEG (EXIF 2.21) - Fine, Normal |
| Image processor |
DIGIC III |
| Lenses |
Canon EF / EF-S lens mount , 1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes |
Auto Focus , Manual Focus (switch on lens) |
| Auto Focus |
7-point CMOS sensor with F5.6 cross type at center , AF working range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°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 23°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 - 800) , 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 |
| Picture style |
Standard , Portrait , Landscape , Neutral , Faithful , Monochrome , User 1 , User 2 , User 3 |
| Custom image parameters |
Sharpness: 0 to 7 , Contrast: -4 to +4 , Saturation: -4 to +4 , Color tone: -4 to +4 , B&W filter: None, Yellow, Orange, Red, Green , B&W tone: None, Sepia, Blue, Purple, Green |
| Drive modes |
Single , Continuous: 3.0 fps JPEG to card capacity 1.5 fps for5 RAW frames or 4 RAW+JPEG , Self-timer 10 secs (2 sec with mirror lock-up) , Self-timer continuous |
| Mirror lockup |
Yes (custom function) |
| Viewfinder |
Pentamirror , 95% frame coverage , Magnification: 0.81x (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity) , Eyepoint: 21 mm , Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter , Fixed precision matte |
| Viewfinder info |
AF information (AF points focus confirmation light) , Shutter speed Aperture value , ISO speed (always displayed) , AE lock , Exposure level/compensation , Exposure warning AEB Flash ready High-speed sync FE lock Flash exposure compensation Red-eye reduction light White balance correction SD card information Monochrome shooting Maximum burst |
| DOF preview |
Yes, button |
| LCD monitor |
2.5" TFT LCD , 230,000 pixels , Wide viewing angle (160° horizontal and vertical) , 7 brightness levels , Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view |
Live TTL display of scene from CMOS image sensor , 100% frame coverage , Real-time evaluative metering using CMOS image sensor , Best view or exposure simulation , Grid optional (thirds) , Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point) , Optional Auto-focus with mirror-down / mirror-up sequence , Two modes; normal and quieter , Remote live view using EOS Utility 2.0 (via USB) , Manual focus only |
| Camera settings display |
Shutter speed , Aperture , Sensitivity (ISO) , Exposure mode , Meter / Exposure compenation , Bracketing , Flash compensation , White balance & fine tuning , Metering mode , Custom function set , Auto focus mode , Drive mode , Auto focus areas , Black & white mode , Beep , Red-eye reduction , Image size / quality , Battery status , Frames remaining |
| Record review |
Uses last play mode , Magnification possible , 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 |
| Other features |
Orientation sensor |
| Auto rotation |
On (playback uses orientation data in file header) , Off |
| Playback mode |
Single image , Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB ) , Magnified view (1.5 - 10x in 15 steps, browsable) , 4 and 9 image index , Auto play , Image rotation , Jump (by 10, 100 or date) |
| Custom functions |
12 custom functions with 32 settings |
| Menu languages |
English German French Dutch Danish Portuguese Finnish Italian Norwegian Swedish Spanish Greek Simplified Chinese Japanese Traditional Chinese Korean Russian Polish Hungarian Czech
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| Firmware |
User upgradable |
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B , Video out (PAL / NTSC) , E3 type wired remote control
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| Storage |
SD / SDHC card |
| Power |
Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery (7.4 V, 1050 mAh) , Optional ACK-E5 AC adapter kit |
| Battery Grip |
Yes, BG-E5 |
| Direct printing |
Canon Selphy Printers , Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function , Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge , PictBridge |
| Dimensions |
126 x 98 x 62 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
| Weight (with battery) |
502 g (1.1 lb) |
| Software |
Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser , PhotoStitch , EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel) , Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac)
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40D vs. 450D vs. 1000D in size

Comparison between 1000D/450D/400D
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| Construction |
Plastic with rubber front and rear grip. |
Plastic with textured grip |
Plastic with textured front grip and rubber rear grip |
| Dust removal |
Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating |
Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating |
Sensor-shift shake, Anti-static coating |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
CMOS |
CMOS |
| Sensor size |
22.2 x 14.8 mm |
22.2 x 14.8 mm |
22.2 x 14.8 mm |
| Effective pixels |
12.2 million |
10.1 million |
10.1 million |
| Aspect ratio |
3:2 |
3:2 |
3:2 |
| FOV crop |
1.6x |
1.6x |
1.6x |
| Image size |
4272 x 2848 |
3888 x 2592 |
3888 x 2592 |
| Live View |
Yes, Up to 10x magnify, Mirror flip AF, Different modes, |
Yes, Up to 10x magnify, Mirror flip AF, Different modes |
No
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| Lens support |
Canon EF / EF-S |
Canon EF / EF-S |
Canon EF / EF-S |
| File formats |
JPEG, RAW (CR2) |
JPEG, RAW (CR2) |
JPEG, RAW (CR2) |
| Auto focus |
9 point, 1 cross-type (F2.8), -0.5 to 18 EV, Eye-start AF option, |
7 point, 1 cross-type (F5.6), -0.5 to 18 EV, |
9 point, 1 cross-type, -0.5 to 18 EV, |
| AF illuminator |
Flash strobe |
Flash strobe |
Flash strobe |
| Metering sensor |
35 zone |
35 zone |
35 zone |
| Metering range |
1 to 20 EV |
1 to 20 EV |
1 to 20 EV |
| Metering modes |
Evaluative, Partial, Spot, CWA |
Evaluative, Partial, CWA |
Evaluative, Partial, CWA |
| Exp. comp. |
+/- 2.0 EV |
+/- 2.0 EV |
+/- 2.0 EV |
| Exp. comp. EV steps |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
| Manual EV steps |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
0.3 or 0.5 EV |
| Sensitivity range (boost setting) |
100 - 1600 |
100 - 1600 |
100 - 1600 |
| Auto ISO adjust |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Shutter speed |
30 - 1/4000 sec |
30 - 1/4000 sec |
30 - 1/4000 sec |
| Continuous rate (high) |
3.5 fps, 53 JPEG/Fine frames, 6 RAW frames |
3.0 fps, JPEG until card full, 1.5 fps, 5 RAW frames |
3.0 fps, 27 JPEG/Fine frames, 10 RAW frames |
| White balance |
6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual |
6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual |
6 presets (with adj), colour temp (K), Manual |
| Image parameters |
6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 |
6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 |
6 presets, 3 User defined, Sharpness 0-7, Contrast +/- 4, Saturation +/- 4, colour tone +/- 4 |
| Noise reduction control |
1 additional level |
1 additional level |
4 levels |
| DR extension mode |
Auto lighting optimizer, Highlight Tone Priority |
Auto lighting optimizer |
No |
| Built-in flash |
Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) |
Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) |
Electronic pop-up, Guide no. 13 (ISO 100) |
| Flash sync speed |
1/200 sec |
1/200 sec |
1/200 sec |
| Remote release |
RS50-E3 cable release, RC-1 or RC-5 wireless |
RS50-E3 cable release |
RS50-E3 cable release, RC-1 or RC-5 wireless |
| Storage |
SD (Inc. SDHC) |
SD (Inc. SDHC) |
CF |
| Viewfinder |
Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.87 x magnification |
Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.81x magnification |
Pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.80x magnification |
| LCD monitor |
3.0" TFT LCD, 230,000 dots |
2.5" TFT LCD, 230,000 dots |
2.5" TFT LCD, 230,000 dots |
| Battery |
LP-E5, 1080 mAh, 7.4V |
LP-E5, 1080 mAh, 7.4V |
NB-2LH, 720 mAh, 7.4V |
| Battery life, (CIPA tests, 50% with flash) |
500 (23°C), 400 (0°C) |
500 (23°C), 400 (0°C) |
360 (23°C), 280 (0°C) |
| Vertical grip |
Yes, BG-E5, optional |
Yes, BG-E5, optional |
Yes, BG-E3, optional |
| Other features |
Custom 'My Menu', ISO in viewfinder, High ISO noise reduction |
Custom 'My Menu', ISO in viewfinder, High ISO noise reduction |
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| Dimensions |
129 x 98 x 62 mm, (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
126 x 98 x 62 mm, (5.0 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
127 x 94 x 65 mm, (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in) |
| Weight (inc batt) |
524 g (1.2 lb) |
502 g (1.1 lb) |
556 g (1.2 lb) |
Comparison 1000D/450D/500D
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22.2 x 14.8mm CMOS
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22.2 x 14.8mm CMOS
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22.3 x 14.9mm CMOS
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Effective Pixels :
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Approx. 10.1M
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Approx. 12.2M
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Approx. 15.1M
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Total Pixels :
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Approx. 10.5M
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Approx. 12.4M
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Approx. 15.5M
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Aspect Ratio :
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3:2
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3:2
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Low-Pass Filter :
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Built-in/Fixed with Self Cleaning Sensor Unit
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Sensor Cleaning :
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EOS integrated cleaning system
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EOS integrated cleaning system
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EOS integrated cleaning system
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Primary Colour
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Primary Colour
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IMAGE PROCESSOR
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DIGIC III
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DIGIC III
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DIGIC 4
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LENS
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EF/EF-S
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EF/EF-S
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EF/EF-S
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Focal Length :
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Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens
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Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens
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Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens
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FOCUSING
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Type :
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TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor
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TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor
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TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor
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AF System/ Points :
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7 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre)
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9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8)
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9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8)
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AF Working Range :
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EV -0.5 - 18 (at 23°C ISO100)
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EV -0.5 -18 (at 23°C ISO100)
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EV -0.5 -18 (at 23°C ISO100)
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AI Focus
One Shot
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AI Focus
One Shot
AI Servo
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AI Focus
One Shot
AI Servo
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AF Point Selection :
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Automatic selection, Manual selection
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Automatic selection, Manual selection
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Automatic selection, Manual selection
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Selected AF Point Display :
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Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor
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Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor
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Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor
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Predictive AF :
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Yes, up to 10m ¹
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Yes, up to 10m ¹
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Yes, up to 10m ¹
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AF Lock :
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Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode.
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Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode.
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Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode.
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Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite
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Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite
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Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite
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Manual Focus :
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Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode
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Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode
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Selected on lens, default in Live View Mode
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EXPOSURE CONTROL
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TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC
(1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points)
(2) Partial metering at center (approx. 10% of viewfinder)
(3) Center weighted average metering
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TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC
(1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points)
(2) Partial metering at center (approx. 9% of viewfinder)
(3) Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center)
(4) Center weighted average metering
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TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC
(1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points)
(2) Partial metering at center (approx. 9% of viewfinder)
(3) Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center)
(4) Center weighted average metering
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EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100)
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EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100)
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EV 1-20 (at 23°C with 50mm f/1.4 lens ISO100)
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AE Lock :
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Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved.
Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes.
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Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved.
Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes.
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Auto: In 1-shot AF mode with evaluative metering exposure is locked when focus is achieved.
Manual: By AE lock button in creative zone modes.
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Exposure Compensation :
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+/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB).
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+/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB).
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+/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB).
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AEB :
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+/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments
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+/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments
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+/- 2 EV, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments
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ISO Sensitivity* :
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AUTO(100-800), 100 - 1600 (in 1-stop increments)
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Auto(100-800), 100 - 1600 (in 1-stop increments)
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AUTO(100-1600), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Expandable to 6400 + H (approx 12800) in 1-stop increments
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SHUTTER
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Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter
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Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter
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Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter
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30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)
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30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)
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30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)
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| CANON'S NEW EOS REBEL XS CAMERA LOOKS TO INSPIRE A NEW GENERATION OF DIGITAL SLR PHOTOGRAPHERS
Photographers Looking for the Next Step Up From Their Point-and-Shoot Camera Will Enjoy the High-End Features and Fun-to-Use SLR Technology of Canon's Newest Rebel Camera
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., July 8, 2008 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the introduction of the EOS Rebel XS, a new entry-level digital camera that affordably puts Canon SLR technology such as an Optical Imaged Stabilized lens and easy-to-use professional features into the hands of emerging photographers. Consumers looking to take their photography a step further and begin shooting with an SLR will find the transition easier than ever with Canon's new Rebel XS digital SLR camera. From the parent photographing a little league game, to the tourist shooting a wondrous new city, the Canon Rebel XS camera makes photography easy for everyone. Canon has also introduced the latest model in the EX series of Speedlite flashes: the Canon Speedlite 430EX II.
Ideal for a wide range of photographers from first-time digital SLR users to veteran photo enthusiasts, the new Canon EOS Rebel XS camera was designed to embody what customers have come to expect from the EOS Rebel series – a fast, non-intimidating, lightweight, easy-to-use camera that produces excellent images and starts emerging photographers off on the right foot. Immediately, photographers will take notice of the camera's Optical Image Stabilized kit lens for crisp focus, compensating for camera shake from unsteady hands or a moving vehicle. The new Rebel model also incorporates Canon's DIGIC III image processor, 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, Live View, Auto Lighting Optimizer, 7-point wide-area autofocus (AF) sensor and 3.0 frames per second continuous JPEG burst rate where the number of consecutive shots in a burst is only limited by the capacity of the flash memory card in the camerai.
"We are proud to introduce the new EOS Rebel XS camera at a very exciting time in digital imaging. As consumers have fully embraced digital photography, with many consumers purchasing their second or third digital camera models, we see the Rebel XS as the bridge to help photographers cross over from the world of point-and-shoot cameras to digital SLR technology," said Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A.
A first in Canon's EOS line-up, the Rebel XS camera's continuous JPEG burst rate allows users to continuously shoot a scene until the memory card is at capacity. This will be particularly helpful for new photographers looking to capture that perfect image of a moving subject.
The Live View function allows users to frame and shoot images in real time via the camera's 2.5 inch LCD screen, a great feature for users accustomed to framing shots via LCD monitors on point-and-shoot digital cameras. The Camera's Auto Lighting Optimizer detects dark areas of an image and automatically adjusts brightness and contrast to ensure optimal image results. The Canon Rebel XS allows greater ease of use through large control buttons and easy-to-see operating panel indications such as ISO settings visible through the viewfinder and Canon Speedlite controls through the camera LCD menu.
The Rebel XS incorporates an APS-C size (22.2 x 14.8 mm) CMOS sensor with 10.1 million pixel images and Canon's exclusive high-performance DIGIC III image processor to help deliver high levels of imaging performance and responsiveness. It also has Canon's exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System, which features both hardware and software-based dust removal technology. Additionally, weighing less than 1 lb./450 grams, this camera is the lightest body in the EOS digital series camera lineup.
The EOS Rebel XS camera is compatible with Canon's extensive lineup of more than 60 EF and EF-S lenses, including the Image Stabilizer-equipped EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS, which is included in the camera's standard zoom lens kit package. The Canon Rebel XS will be available in black or silver coloured body variations.
Canon Speedlite 430EX II
The new Canon Speedlite 430EX II, which succeeds the 430EX, realizes an approximately 20 percent reduction in recycling time compared with its predecessor. Like the 580EX II, the 430EX II allows users to control flash functions and input settings using the camera's LCD monitorii, and also offers a quick-lock attachment system and a metal mounting foot for improved contact reliability and durability. The new Canon Speedlite 430EX II will carry an estimated retail price of $329.99.
In the Box
Expected to ship in August 2008 the Canon Rebel XS camera is available in a zoom lens kit version, which includes the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens, a rechargeable battery pack and charger, USB and video cables, a neckstrap, an EOS Solutions Disk CD, and a 1-year Canon U.S.A., Inc. limited warranty. The new camera's estimated retail price is $699.99.
Though standard in the EOS Rebel XS kit, the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens is also available as a stand-alone purchase and carries an estimated retail price of $199.99.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business, and industrial imaging solutions. Its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), a top patent holder of technology, ranked third overall in the U.S. in 2007†, with global revenues of $39.3 billion, is listed as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies in America and is on the 2007 BusinessWeek list of "Top 100 Brands." To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/pressroom.
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Brief review of 450D specs for comparison
| List price (US) |
Body only: $799, Kit: $899 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| List price (EU) |
Body only: €749, Kit: €849 (with 18-55 mm IS lens) |
| International naming |
US: Canon Rebel Digital XSi
Japan: Canon EOS Kiss Digital x2
Elsewhere: Canon EOS 450D |
| Body material |
Plastic (Stainless Steel chassis) |
| Sensor |
12.2 million effective pixels
12.4 million total pixels
22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS sensor
RGB Colour Filter Array
Built-in low-pass filter with self cleaning unit
3:2 aspect ratio |
| Dust reduction |
Low-pass filter vibration at power-on (can be interrupted)
Anti-static coating on sensor surfaces
Software based dust-removal (camera maps dust, removed later) |
| Image sizes |
4272 x 2848 (L)
3088 x 2056 (M)
2256 x 1504 (S) |
| Output formats |
RAW (.CR2 14-bit)
RAW (.CR2 14-bit) + JPEG Large/Fine
JPEG (EXIF 2.21) - Fine, Normal |
| Image processor |
DIGIC III |
| Lenses |
Canon EF / EF-S lens mount, 1.6x field of view crop |
| Focus modes |
Auto Focus, Manual Focus (switch on lens) |
| Auto Focus |
9-point CMOS sensor
Cross-type F2.8 at centre
AF working range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°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 23°C, ISO 100, 50 mm F1.4) |
| Metering modes |
Evaluative 35-zone
Partial 9% at centre
Spot 4% at centre
Centre-weighted average |
| AE Lock |
AE lock button |
| AE Bracketing |
+/- 3.0 EV, 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Exposure compen. |
+/- 3.0 EV, 0.5 or 0.3 EV increments |
| Sensitivity |
Auto (100 - 400)
ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600
Highlight tone priority (ISO 200 - 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) |
| Colour space |
sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Picture style |
Standard, Portrait, Landscape
Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User 1, User 2, User 3 |
| Custom image parameters |
Sharpness: 0 to 7
Contrast: -4 to +4
Saturation: -4 to +4
Colour tone: -4 to +4
B&W filter: N, Ye, Or, R, G
B&W tone: N, S, B, P, G |
| Drive modes |
Single
Continuous: 3.5 fps up to 53 JPEG / 6 RAW frames
Self-timer 10 secs (2 sec with mirror lock-up), Self-timer continuous |
| Mirror lockup |
Yes (custom function) |
| Viewfinder |
Pentamirror, 95% frame coverage
Magnification: 0.87xcentre (-1 diopter with 50 mm lens at infinity)
Eyepoint: 19 mm
Dioptric adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter
Fixed precision matte
Proximity sensor disables LCD shooting mode information |
| Viewfinder info |
AF information (AF points focus confirmation light)
Shutter speed
Aperture value
ISO speed (always displayed)
AE lock
Exposure level/compensation
Spot metering circle
Exposure warning
AEB
Flash ready
High-speed sync
FE lock
Flash exposure compensation
Red-eye reduction light
White balance correction
SD card information
Monochrome shooting
Maximum burst |
| DOF preview |
Yes, button |
| LCD monitor |
3.0" TFT LCD, 230,000 pixels
Wide viewing angle (160° horizontal and vertical)
7 brightness levels
Up to 10x zoom playback |
| LCD Live view |
Live TTL display of scene from CMOS image sensor
100% frame coverage
Real-time evaluative metering using CMOS image sensor
Best view or exposure simulation
Grid optional (thirds)
Magnify optional (5x or 10x at AF point)
Optional Auto-focus with mirror-down / mirror-up sequence
Two modes; normal and quieter
Remote live view using EOS Utility 2.0 (via USB or WiFi/Ethernet using WFT)
Manual focus only |
| Camera settings display |
Shutter speed
Aperture
Sensitivity (ISO)
Exposure mode
Meter / Exposure compenation
Bracketing
Flash compensation
White balance & fine tuning
Metering mode
Custom function set
Auto focus mode
Drive mode
Auto focus areas
Black & white mode
Beep
Red-eye reduction
Image size / quality
Battery status
Frames remaining |
| Record review |
Uses last play mode
Magnification possible
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 |
| Other features |
Orientation sensor
Automatically writes FAT16/FAT32 depending on capacity |
| Auto rotation |
On (playback uses orientation data in file header)
Off |
| Playback mode |
Single image
Single image with info (histogram brightness / RGB )
Magnified view (1.5 - 10x in 15 steps, browsable)
4 and 9 image indexcentre
Auto play
Image rotation
Jump (by 10, 100 or date) |
| Custom functions |
13 custom functions with 34 settings |
| Menu languages |
English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Russian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech |
| Firmware |
User upgradable |
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B, Video out (PAL / NTSC)
E3 type wired remote control |
| Storage |
SD / SDHC card |
| Power |
Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery (7.4 V, 1050 mAh)
CR2016 Lithium battery (date/time backup)
Optional ACK-E5 AC adapter kit |
| Direct printing |
Canon Selphy Printers, Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function
Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge
PictBridge |
| Dimensions |
129 x 98 x 62 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 2.4 in) |
| Weight (no battery) |
475 g (1.0 lb) |
| Software |
Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser, PhotoStitch
EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel)
Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac) |
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