Great expectations begin here
You wanted a camera so powerful that it produces excellent quality images at a class-leading resolution. You wanted a camera so fast that it fires off continuous shots at amazing speeds. You wanted a camera so advanced yet user-friendly, that it accomplishes complicated tasks at the touch of the button.
You wanted the Canon EOS 50D. And we duly delivered. Always at the forefront of imaging technology, the EOS 50D is truly a camera to behold. Featuring a groundbreaking 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and the latest DIGIC 4 image processor, it captures everything from the most intricate detail to the most vibrant colours at an incredible resolution.
Add to that cutting-edge functions like Live View Shooting, Face Detection technology, the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, as well as various image enhancing features, and you have a complete and extremely versatile DSLR camera that will exceed all your expectations.
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We’ve given you the EOS 50D. Now we expect great things from you.
WHERE AMAZING IMAGES COME TO LIFE 15.1-Megapixel Brilliance with the Power of DIGIC 4.
Canon’s EOS DIGITAL DSLRs have long been admired for their superior image quality. This is no different with the EOS 50D. A newly designed sensor and image processor propels this camera to the top of its class, carrying on the proud tradition set by its predecessors.
Cutting-Edge 15.1-Megapixel CMOS Sensor
The EOS 50D’s powerful CMOS sensor has an impressive effective resolution of 15.1 million pixels - the highest in its class. Measuring 22.3 mm x 14.9 mm, this APS-C size sensor (1.6x lens crop factor) captures everything from the finest colour gradations to the tiniest image detail. Working in tandem with the DIGIC 4 image processor, the
Greater Colour Range with 14-Bit Processing
CMOS sensor delivers superior performance in every imaging aspect from low-light
To achieve finer colour gradation, the EOS 50D uses a 14-bit processor to digitise image data. The difference
shooting to high-speed continuous shooting and beyond.
can be seen when shooting in any of the RAW format types as colour reproduction is accurate and tonal expression is smoother too. Converting the images to JPEG using Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software will also preserve the superb colours captured by the camera.
DIGIC 4 More Power. More Speed. More Features. The EOS 50D is the first EOS DIGITAL SLR to feature the exciting and revolutionary DIGIC 4 image processor. While still retaining the best aspects of DIGIC III such as high-speed rendering of fine detail and natural colour reproduction, DIGIC 4 provides even faster signal processing and adds on several new functions to the EOS 50D as well.
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Improved Processing Speed
Superb Low-Light Performance
Innovative New Functions
DIGIC 4 is fast. No doubt about it. Only the best processor in the business
Low-light shooting conditions frequently expose the shortcomings of
The advanced technology found in DIGIC 4 allows the EOS 50D to
is capable of shooting 15.1-megapixels at 6.3 frames per second. All this
cameras. But such conditions only serve to highlight the strength of the
incorporate new features such as an enhanced Auto Lighting Optimizer,
while still delivering impeccable image quality that’s virtually noise-free.
EOS 50D and DIGIC 4. With ISO speeds up to 3200 (expandable to
Live Face Detection AF mode, lens peripheral illumination correction,
ISO 6400 and 12800) and excellent noise reduction throughout the entire
and a HDMI output capability.
ISO range, DIGIC 4 ensures you get superb imaging performance even at night.
ABSOLUTE IMAGE CONTROL
Professional Settings at Your Fingertips.
Know what you want to achieve, and you’re halfway to a great shot. With a wide variety of settings at your disposal, the EOS 50D makes it easy for you to get the shots you desire.
Metering Modes – With a 35-zone metering sensor and four metering modes to choose from, the EOS 50D gives you total control over image exposure during your shoots.
Spot Metering
Evaluative Metering
Partial Metering
Centre-Weighted Average Metering
For situations where metering of a specific aspect
Analyses light in 35 zones within the composition
Uses approximately 9 percent of the image for light
Analyses light in the entire image composition, with
of the composition is required. Approximately 3.8
with empha sis on the A F point sele c te d .
metering, as indicated by a circle in the centre of
emphasis on the centre of the image. A favourite
percent of the image is metered, as indicated by the
T his pr ior itise s the subje c t for meter ing to
the viewfinder.
of professional photographers.
circle in the centre of the viewfinder.
compensate for any drastic shifts in lighting.
Shooting Modes –
The EOS 50D provides you with several shooting modes that give you the ability to create that perfect image.
Program AE
Full Auto
Adjust the aperture size and shutter speed combination while maintaining a constant exposure value.
Shutter-Priority AE Choose the shutter speed and let the camera adjust the aperture size accordingly.
Let the camera automatically select the appropriate Flash Off
Camera User Setting 2 Camera User Setting 1
Night Portrait Sports
Depth-of-field AE
Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait,
Manual Exposure
Flash OFF.
Aperture-priority AE
Aperture-Priority AE speed value accordingly.
Programmed Image Control Modes
Close-Up Landscape
Choose the aperture size while the camera adjusts shutter
settings for the best exposure.
Portrait Full Auto
Shutter-priority AE
Manual Exposure (including bulb)
Program AE
Set shutter speed and aperture size to your desired values.
Creative Auto
Depth-of-Field AE
Camera User Settings Two Camera User Setting slots let you register your own
Use this mode to create a custom “zone of sharpness”.
custom settings that be can instantly recalled.
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White Balance Modes
Creative Auto
Auto (AWB)
Daylight
go beyond Full Auto mode but aren’t sure how
Shade
to do so. While its basic settings are based on
Cloudy
Tungsten Light
White Fluorescent Light
Flash
Custom WB
Colour Temperature
The EOS 50D introduces a new Creative Auto (CA) mode specially for beginners who want to
Full Auto, CA mode gives you the added option of being able to change other frequently used
Shooting Screen
settings on the fly.
White Balance
When the mode dial is set to CA, the setting screen will appear on the LCD with a list of options that can be adjusted. Simply select the one you wish to change with the multi-controller, and rotate the Main Dial or Quick Control Dial till you get the desired setting.
Creative Auto (CA) mode
The EOS 50D is loaded with several white balance options that let you capture the mood of the environment in your images.
INNOVATIVE SHOOTING FEATURES
Enhance Your Images with Incredible Ease.
With the inclusion of some ingenious features, the EOS 50D can help you overcome difficult shooting conditions so you’ll get that picture perfect shot you want.
Low-Light Shooting (ISO 12800) with Noise Reduction If you frequently shoot in low-light conditions, you’ll be glad to know that the EOS 50D features improved ISO performance. ISO speed range is ISO 100-3200 in 1/3-stop increments, and can be expanded to ISO 6400 or ISO 12800. The combination of DIGIC 4 and the CMOS sensor’s built-in noise reduction function effectively suppresses noise even at the highest ISO speeds without any visible loss to image quality. Choose from Standard, Low, Strong and Disable to better suit the amount of noise. In [Standard/ Low/Disable] setting, the maximum burst rate during continuous shooting is also maintained.
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Highlight Tone Priority By expanding the gradation range within highlighted areas, the EOS 50D prevents images shot in very bright light from appearing washed out. As a result, colour rendition is more lifelike and the overall image looks more pleasing to the eye. An indicator is also displayed in the viewfinder and LCD display when Highlight Tone Priority is activated.
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Auto Lighting Optimizer
Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction
3 Versatile RAW Formats
When shooting in less than ideal lighting conditions, the Auto Lighting
A first for EOS DIGITAL SLRs, the EOS 50D features a built-in lens
Apart from the six different JPEG types, the EOS 50D provides three
Optimizer can automatically adjust the brightness and contrast levels
peripheral illumination correction function that ensures uniform exposure
RAW types for you to choose from - RAW, sRAW1, and sRAW2.
of your images to give you better results. This intelligent feature can
across the entire image. Because each lens has different correction
The sRAW1 and sRAW2 types are useful for photographers who want
correct underexposed images, shot in AE mode or with a flash, as well as
requirements, this data must be registered into the camera before it can
the versatility of RAW but do not need their images to be at the highest
images exhibiting low contrast due to mist or haze. You can choose from
be performed.
resolution. They can be selected regardless of the shooting mode the
a Standard, Low or Strong setting for greater control.
If correction data for the lens currently used has already been registered
Face detection capability also detects backlit faces and automatically
in the camera, it can be set to automatically carry out image correction.
adjusts to obtain optimum exposure - ideal for obtaining crisp, nicely
The EOS 50D comes with correction data for 26 lenses and can store a
exposed portraits and group photos when shooting into the sun.
total of 40 different lens data.
Thanks to DIGIC 4’s low-noise image processing and refined corrective algorithm, the Auto Lighting Optimizer is able to intelligently deliver the best imaging results quickly and easily.
camera is in. Any combination of RAW and JPEG types can also be selected for simultaneous RAW+JPEG recording.
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EXCEPTIONAL RESPONSE TIMES
Powerfully Accurate and Stunningly Fast.
Despite the massive leap in image resolution, the EOS 50D still performs amazingly fast. Whether you’re shooting lightning quick action or an extremely detailed scene, this camera has what it takes to capture what you want the way you want it.
High Precision 9-point AF Sensor To achieve superb focusing accuracy, the EOS 50D employs a powerful and high-precision AF system that features 9 cross-type AF points. When using lenses with apertures of f/5.6 and above, all AF points operate as cross-type points. At f/2.8, the centre AF point also becomes horizontally and vertically sensitive for even greater focusing precision. The EOS 50D also allows you to make AF microadjustments via the Custom Functions menu. For users who wish to modify the AF focusing precision, this feature allows you to finely adjust of the point of focus yourself.
High-Speed Continuous Shooting
1/8000 sec. Maximum Shutter Speed
0.1 sec. Start-up Time
At a blistering shooting rate of 6.3* frames per second, the EOS 50D
An excellent shutter speed range of 1/8000 sec. to 30 seconds (or longer
With an instantaneous start-up time of just 0.1 sec., the EOS 50D will
can capture high-octane action effortlessly. Even though the number of
with Bulb mode) lets you capture everything from a roaring race-car to
always be ready for shooting the moment you are.
pixels has greatly increased, the advanced DIGIC 4 processor ensures
spectacular firework displays. X-sync speed is rated at 1/250 sec.
continuous shooting remains a breeze. Maximum burst during high-speed continuous shooting is approx. 60 shots in JPEG (Large/Fine) and approx. 17 shots in RAW when using standard CF cards. Using high-speed UDMA CF cards will bump up JPEG shooting rate to approx. 90 shots while RAW equivalent remains the same. * According to new CIPA specifications
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LIVE VIEW SHOOTING
Freedom to Shoot the Way You Want.
No longer are you confined to the limits of the camera viewfinder. With Live View Shooting, you can now shoot using the camera’s high-resolution LCD screen. The larger display gives you more freedom to shoot creatively and opens up a whole world of shooting possibilities.
Three Autofocus Modes In Live View Shooting, you can choose from one of the three available AF modes.
Quick Mode
Live Mode
Live Face Detection Mode
As you press the AF Start
This option reads focus and
The camera will focus on any face it
button, the camera will lower
subject contrast right off the
detects. If multiple faces are detected,
the mirror and Live Viewing
imaging sensor while Live View
the camera will focus on the face closest
will “black-out” for a moment.
is active. As such, there’s no
to the centre and the largest. Alternatively,
When focusing is completed,
black-out or interruption of
you can also use the multi-controller to
release the button and the Live
Live Viewing.
select which face to focus on.
View image instantly returns.
Silent Shooting Mode
Grid Display Function
Remote Live View Shooting
In environments such as classical concerts and stage performances,
Grid lines can be displayed on the LCD screen to help you achieve
With the EOS 50D connected to a computer (via USB) running
the EOS 50D’s shutter charge sound can be reduced or silenced to
better image composition. Choose between a 3x3 grid or a finer 6x5
EOS Utility, you can view a real-time image from the camera on your
prevent unnecessary noise when shooting. This is possible because the
grid display.
computer monitor. Having a much larger display to view your image is
camera uses a silent electrical first-curtain shutter to capture images
useful in situations where perfect focusing is absolutely critical.
when in Live View. You can choose from 2 silent shooting modes.
The WFT-E3 wireless file transmitter can also be used to achieve a wireless connection to a computer.
Mode 1
Mode 2
Shutter sound is significantly
Shutter sound is only made when
reduced. Can also be used
the shutter button is completely
during continuous shooting.
released. This allows you to control the timing of the secondcurtain shutter.
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Real-time Exposure Simulation
Magnify Image for Precise Focusing
By automatically adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen, the camera
The real-time on-screen image can be enlarged by 5x or 10x for
can simulate different image exposure levels in real-time.
more meticulous focus verification.
10x Magnification
EOS INTEGRATED CLEANING SYSTEM Pristine Image Quality with Every Shot.
For any SLR cameras with an interchangeable lens mount, it is almost inevitable that dust particles will accumulate on the camera’s sensor over time. This might cause ‘dust shadows’ to appear on your otherwise perfect images.
To rectify this, the EOS 50D includes a comprehensive set of anti-dust measures designed to keep your images crystal clear. We call this the EOS Integrated Cleaning System.
Anti-Dust Coating
Self Cleaning Sensor Unit
Dust Delete Function
As the first line of defence, the sensor’s low-pass filter has a fluorine
If dust particles do manage to find their way to the sensor, the low-pass
Extremely sticky dust particles stuck to the sensor can be made
coating to make it more resistant to dust adhesion.
filter can be ultrasonically vibrated to shake them off. This procedure is
inconspicuous in your images with the Dust Delete Function. The first
automatically executed when the camera is switched on or off, and can
step involves detecting and registering the location and size of these
also be activated when necessary.
dust particles. This data is then appended to the image file.
Manual Sensor Cleaning The camera’s mirror can be raised so you can use a lens blower to emove larger dust particles that may have stuck to the sensor.
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When these images are loaded into the Canon Digital Photo Professional software, the dust delete data will be read and dust deletion will be carried out to remove any resulting dust shadows.
PICTURE STYLE
For the Colours You Desire.
Much like how photographers choose different types of film stock to match their shooting objectives, Picture Style does the same by helping you obtain the desired image effect that matches your photographic expression or your subject.
The following Picture Styles are provided with the EOS 50D:
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Standard
Portrait
Landscape
Neutral
Faithful
Monochrome
For vivid, sharp, and crisp images.
For nice, soft skin tones that emit a
For vivid blue skies and greenery,
Natural colour reproduction with
For the most accurate colour
For black-and-white or sepia
Suitable for most scenes.
healthy glow.
and very sharp and crisp images.
subdued tones. Ideal for post-
reproduction. Suitable for post-
images. Filter and toning effects
processing.
processing.
are available too.
Customising Picture Style
Picture Style Editor
For greater personalisation, the EOS 50D has three user-defined Picture Style settings you can customise
The Picture Style Editor software gives you the freedom to create
according to your own preference. You can also save these settings for future use.
your own Picture Styles for use with your EOS DIGITAL SLR. You can adjust Picture Style colour parameters such as hue, luminosity and
The following Picture Style parameters can be changed:
saturation to get your desired image effect. Once done, load them to
Sharpness
0 to 7
Saturation
-4 to +4
Contrast
-4 to +4
Colour Tone -4 to +4
You can also download more Picture Styles from Canon’s Picture Style website (http://web.canon.jp/imaging/ picturestyle/) and save them as a user-defined setting. Available styles include Nostalgia, Twilight, Autumn Hues, Snapshot Portrait, and much more.
your camera and start shooting!
BUILT TO BE ENJOYED
Looks as Good as it Works.
As an extension of the photographer, it’s important that users feels right at home with the camera in their hands. The EOS 50D was designed for that. Easy to operate and extremely durable, this is one camera that works as well as it should.
Large 3.0” ClearView LCD Screen
Durable And Lightweight Construction
Gorgeous from every angle. That’s how we describe the EOS 50D’s new
To make the EOS 50D tough enough to withstand rugged shooting
camera settings when shooting.
3-inch ClearView LCD screen. Featuring an amazing 920,000 dots, this
conditions, it is made using a stainless steel chassis with highly rigid
When activated, a Quick Control
high-resolution VGA display will let you clearly see even the smallest
magnesium alloy covers that are strong yet lightweight. This gives the
screen with all the key image
detail. Seven adjustable brightness levels and a dual anti-reflection
camera its solid feel without having an excessive weight. The camera’s
settings will appear on the LCD
coating ensures easy viewing under any light, while a smudge-resistant
black textured non-slip finish further ensures a sturdier grip for more
screen. Choose the one you
surface prevents the screen from getting too dirty after a long day’s use.
confident shooting.
wish to change with the multi-
Quick Control Screen The Quick Control feature offers you a whole new way of adjusting
controller and turn the main dial
High-Magnification Viewfinder
till you get you desired setting. This really is convenience at its best.
With approx. 95% coverage and a 0.95x magnification ratio, the EOS 50D’s viewfinder is a real treat to look at. As subjects appear clearer and larger, it’s makes composing your images a whole lot easier.
100,000 Shutter Durability The EOS 50D’s shutter has been tested to have a 100,000-cycle durability, ensuring reliable imaging performance for years to come.
EOS 50D Custom Functions Built-In Flash with Hotshoe
Supports UDMA CompactFlash Cards
For low-light situations, the EOS 50D’s
The EOS 50D is compatible with new high-speed UDMA (Ultra Direct
built-in flash can be counted on for a
Memory Access) CompactFlash cards, which allow for faster read/write
little illumination. Using the renowned
performance. When using a UDMA CF card, not only is the maximum
E-TTL II autoflash system, functions
number of shots during continuous shooting increased, time spent
such as FE lock and flash exposure
transferring images to your computer is also significantly shortened.
compensation are available to you. For more powerful flash performance, connect an EX-series Speedlite flash
Folder Creation & Slideshow
to the camera’s hotshoe and experience the best in flash photography.
For better image management, you can freely create your own
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
folders and select the folder where you would like to store your captured images. You can also select a folder of images
A selection of focusing screens is available for use with the EOS 50D that can aid you during shooting. Depending on your shooting objective, you can opt to use the standard precision matt screen (Ef-A) that comes with the EOS 50D, or the optional precision matte with grid (Ef-D) and super precision matte (Ef-S) screens.
Customisable FUNC. Button
to playback as a slide show or use jump to browse through them. Images in the selected folder can also be deleted, printed, or transferred.
Include Copyright Info (EXIF)
The EOS 50D’s <FUNC . >
Using the EOS Utility
button can be assigned to any
software, you can register the
one of the following functions
“Photographer” and “Copyright
for
access:
holder ” information in the
LCD brightness, Image-recording
camera. This information will
quality, Exposure compensation/
be recorded in the captured
AEB setting, Image jump and Live
image’s Exif information.
more
convenient
View function settings
FUNC. Button
Custom Functions offer you many ways to tailor the EOS 50D’s performance to your own preference, so the camera works exactly the way you want it to. Function
No. Settings
Exposure level increments ISO speed setting increments ISO expansion Bracketing auto cancel Bracketing sequence Safety shift Flash sync. speed in Av mode
0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 2
1/3-stop 1/2-stop 1/3-stop 1-stop Off On On Off 0, -, + -, 0, + Disable Enable (Tv/Av) Auto 1/250 – 1/60 sec. auto 1/250 sec. (fixed)
Long exp. noise reduction High ISO speed noise reduction Highlight tone priority Auto Lighting Optimizer
0 1 3 0 1 2 3 0 1 0 1 2 3
Off Auto On Standard Low Strong Disable Disable Enable Standard Low Strong Disable
Lens drive when AF impossible Lens AF stop button function AF point selection method Superimposed display AF-assist beam firing Mirror lockup AF Microadjustment
0 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 2
Focus search on Focus search off AF stop AF start AF lock AF point: M -> Auto/Auto -> ctr ONE SHOT <--> AI SERVO IS start Normal Multi-controller direct Quick Control Dial direct On Off Enable Disable Only external flash emits Disable Enable Disable Adjust all by same amount Adjust by lens
Shutter button / AF-ON button AF-ON / AE lock button switch Assign SET button Dial direction during Tv/Av Focusing Screen Add original decision data Assign FUNC. button
0 1 2 3 4 0 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 2
Metering + AF start Metering + AF start / AF stop Metering start / Meter + AF start AE lock / Metering + AF start Metering + AF start / disable Disable Enable Normal (disabled) Image quality Picture Style Menu display Image replay Quick Control screen Normal Reverse direction Ef-A Ef-D Ef-S Off On LCD brightness Image quality Exposure comp / AEB setting
C.Fn I: Exposure
C.Fn II: Image
C.Fn III: Auto focus/ Drive
C.Fn IV: Operation/ Others
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FROM VISION TO PRINT
Get Your Masterpiece Ready for Printing.
When you’re done shooting, it’s time to take a better look at your images. The EOS 50D gives you several quick and convenient ways to do it this.
Printing Images Without A Computer
Transferring Images
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
The EOS 50D offers an unprecedented level of control over image
The EOS 50D’s USB2.0 Hi-Speed port lets you transfer images to any
With its built-in mini-HDMI terminal, you can view images from
optimization with its PictBridge printing features. Connecting the camera
connected computer in double-quick time. The following can also be
the EOS 50D in all their High-Definition glory on any HD display.
to a PictBridge printer enables you to perform the following in-camera
done when transferring images with the software found in the EOS
When the camera detects a connection to a HDMI-compatible display,
functions:
DIGITAL Solution Disk:
image output resolution is set automatically to match the connected TV. * A 3:2 full-screen picture (black on the left and right of TV screen) will be displayed regardless of the recording quality.
Adjust image contrast, brightness, saturation, colour tone, colour balance (with previews).
Transfer all images stored in the memory card to PC.
Face brightener and red-eye reduction.
Only transfer images that have not been transferred before.
o
o
Tilt correction (±10 in 0.5 increments).
Select up to 998 images to be transferred to the PC.
Horizontal and vertical image trimming.
Select an image to be used as your desktop wallpaper.
Border or borderless printing, multiple image layouts.
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Advanced RAW Processing The EOS 50D comes with Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software
Digital Photo Professional also offers displays that can be customised
which is designed to view, process, edit your images. It offers high-speed
to your workflow style. With an extensive range of image processing
RAW image display and processing using Canon-designed algorithms
and editing functions, it’s the software equivalent of a state-of-the
that are optimised specifically for Canon’s CR2 RAW files.
-art darkroom.
THE EOS SYSTEM ADVANTAGE
Comprehensive Selection of Lenses and Accessories for Your Camera.
When it comes to DSLR photography, a camera is only as good as its system. With over 60 high-quality EF lenses to choose from, as well as dozens of accessories such as battery grips and external flashes, rest assure that the EOS System has everything you need to accomplish your shooting objectives and more.
Canon EF Lenses Canon EF lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver exceptional
EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
optical performance. So you can be sure every lens is manufactured to the highest quality to give you superior image clarity. If you want the very best in optical imaging, go for Canonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acclaimed L Series lenses. Featuring
The compact EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens is a high-
top-grade materials such as aspherical, ultra-low dispersion lenses and fluorite elements, they give you excellent
magnification zoom lens designed for EF-S lens-compatible
image quality that is unparalleled by any.
cameras. The use of Ultra-Low Density and high-precision aspherical lenses ensures high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Special lens coatings minimise flare and ghosting that frequently occur when the lens is used with a digital camera. In addition, a built-in Image Stabilizer can automatically distinguish between normal shooting and panning shots and select the optimum Image Stabilizer mode.
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Lens-Based Image Stabilization for Best Results Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology helps to ensure your
WFT-E3 Wireless File Transmitter
images are steady even when you are not. Using motion sensors and a high-speed micro-computer built directly into the lens, the IS system is
The WFT-E3 Wireless File Transmitter extends the functionality of the
able to analyse vibrations and apply correction via a special stabilizing lens
EOS 50D for a more satisfying photographic experience. It functions both as
group. As a result, you get blur-free images that are sharp and steady.
a Wireless File Transmitter unit and a camera grip with controls for vertical shooting. The WFT-E3 allows you to send images from the EOS 50D directly to your computer via a wireless 802.11b/g connection. FTP, PTP and HTTP communication modes are also supported.
A USB2.0 port also enables the WFT-E3 to serve as host for storage devices such as externally powered hard drives and thumbdrives. It can even be used with GPS receivers to record details such as latitude and longitude onto the image’s Exif data.
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With IS
Unlike other camera brands who incorporate IS into the camera body, Canon builds this technology directly into Image Stabilization lenses. As the system is custom-tailored to the optics and focal length of the particular lens, this renders a far more effect Image Stabilization system as compared to in-body Image Stabilization.
EX Speedlites For the best flash photography has to offer, looks no further than Canon’s range of EX Speedlite external flash units. Making use of Canon’s most advanced flash metering, Canon’s E-TTL II (Evaluative Through-TheLens) Flash Metering system offers naturallooking, properly illuminated subjects and backgrounds. This gives you the perfect balance between flash and ambient light. Speedlites like the 580EX II and 430EX II perfectly complement the EOS 50D and come with handy features that make flash photography a breeze.
NOMENCLATURE Flash-sync Contacts
LCD Panel Illumination Button Metering Mode Selection/ White balance Selection Button
Dioptric Adjustment Knob Hot Shoe
Multi-controller
AF Mode Selection/ Drive Mode Selection Button
AF Start Button Built-in Flash/ AF-assist Beam
ISO Speed/ Flash Exposure Compensation Button
Mode Dial
Main Dial
AE Lock/FE Lock/ Index/Reduce Button
Eyecup
Strap Mount
Viewfinder Eyepiece
Shutter Button
AF Point Selection/ Enlarge Button
Menu Button Print/Share Button
Red-eye Reduction/ Self-imer Lamp Flash Button Lens Release Button
Grip (Battery Compartment)
LCD Monitor CF Card Slot Cover Info/Trimming Orientation Button
Quick Control Dial
Erase Button Depth-of-field Preview Button
Setting Button
Playback Button
Access Lamp Power Switch
Picture Style Button FUNC. Button
LCD PANEL INFORMATION Beeper Shutter Speed Image-recording Quality Large/Fine Large/Normal Medium/Fine Medium/Normal Small/Fine Small/ Normal RAW Small RAW
Metering Mode Evaluative Metering Partial Metering Spot Metering Centre-weight Average Metering
Flash Exposure Compensation Battery Check
Focusing Screen
Spotting Metering Circle
AF Points
Aperture White Balance Correction Flash Exposure Compensation Shots Remaining Shots Remaining During WB Bracketing Self-timer Countdown Bulb Exposure Time
White Balance Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten Light White Fluorescent Light Flash Custom WB Colour Temperature Exposure Level Indicator Exposure Compensation AEB Range
VIEWFINDER INFORMATION
AF Mode ONE SHOT - One-shot AF AI FOCUS - AI Focus AF AI SERVO - AI Servo AF
AEB
Drive Mode Single Shooting High-speed Shooting Low-speed Shooting Self-timer 10 sec. Self-timer 2 sec.
Monochrome Shooting ISO Speed Highlight Tone Priority
White Balance Correction
Flash-ready Improper FE Lock Warining
Max. Burst
AE Lock/AEB In-process
Focus Confirmation Light Monochrome Shooting
High-speed Sync (FP Flash) Shutter Speed FE Lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in Flash Recycling (
buSY)
Aperture
ISO Speed Highlight Tone Priority
CF Card Full Warning CF Card Error Warning No CF Card Warning
Exposure Level Indicator Exposure Compensation AEB Range Red-eye Reduction Lamp-on Indicator
EOS 50D BUNDLED APPLICATIONS (EOS DIGITAL SOLUTION DISK VER.15.0)
Zoom Browser EX/ Image Browser
Macintosh
Supported Version Operating System
6.2
Supported Operating System
Digital Photo Professional
3.5
3.5
2.5
2.5
WFT Utility/WFT pairing software
3.2
3.3
Original Data Security Utility
1.5
-
1.4
1.4
3.1
3.2
2000/XP/Vista
10.5
Original Data Security Administrator
Photo Stitch PTP WIA/TWAIN Driver
Type Recording Media Image Sensor Size Compatible Lenses Lens Mount
Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash CF Card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, Recording to USB external media via Wireless File Transmitter (WFT-E3) 22.3mm x 14.9mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6x the lens focal length) Canon EF mount
EOS 50D only
Type Pixels Total Pixels Aspect Ratio Colour Filter System Low-pass Filter Dust Deletion feature
High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor Effective pixels: Approx. 15.10 megapixels Total pixels: Approx. 15.50 megapixels 3:2 (Horizontal: Vertical) RGB primary colour filters Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor (1) Automatic sensor cleaning (2) Manual cleaning of sensor (3) Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image
Recording System
6.2
EOS Utility
Picture Style Editor
Type
Image Sensor
Windows Version
SPECIFICATIONS
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SYSTEM CHART
Recording Format Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.21 Image Type JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW, RAW+JPEG File Size (1) Large/Fine: Approx. 5.0MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) (2) Large/Nomal: Approx. 2.5MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) (3) Medium/Fine: Approx. 3.0MB (3456 x 2304 pixels) (4) Medium/Normal: Approx. 1.6MB (3456 x 2304 pixels) (5) Small/Fine: Approx. 1.7MB (2352 x 1568 pixels) (6) Small/Normal: Approx. 0.9MB (2352 x 1568 pixels) (7) RAW: Approx. 20.2MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) (8) RAW+Large/Fine: Approx. 20.2+5.0MB (4752 x 3168 pixels) (9) sRAW 1: Approx. 12.6MB (3267 x 2178 pixels) (10) sRAW 1+Large/Fine: Approx. 12.6+5.0MB (3267 x 2178 pixels) (11) sRAW 2: Approx. 9.2MB (2376 x 1584 pixels) (12) sRAW 2+Large/Fine: Approx. 9.2+5.0MB (2376 x 1584 pixels) Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc. Recording Functions With the WFT-E3 attached, image recording to the CF card and to the USB external media connected to the WFT-E3 will be possible as follows: (1) Standard (2) Automatic switching of recording media (3) Separate recordings according to image-recording quality (4) Recording identical images to both recording media Backup Recording Enabled with WFT-E3 attached File Numbering Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset. Possible to create new folders and select folders in the CF card to store captured images. RAW + JPEG Simultaneous Recording Provided (sRAW+JPEG also possible) Colour Space sRGB, Adobe RGB Picture Style Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Def. 1-3
Image Processing Type Auto White Balance Colour Temperature Compensation Colour Temperature Information Transmission
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Colour Temperature setting Auto white balance with the image sensor White balance correction: ±9 stops in full-stop increments White balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop increments Blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible Provided
Viewfinder Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 ST-E2
Rubber Frame Eb
E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses
220EX 430EX II 580EX II Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX
Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX
Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3
Remote Switch RS-80N3
Wireless Controller LC-5
EF lenses
Bundled Accessories Focusing Screen Ef-A
Eyecup Eb
EF-S lenses
HDMI Cable HTC-100 TV/Video USB external media Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/WFT-E3A WFT-E3/ (Firmware Ver. 2.0.0 or later)
Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-EOS50D
EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Battery Pack BP-511A
Date / time CR2016 lithium battery
Battery Charger CG-580 or CB-5L
Interface Cable IFC-200U
Wireless LAN access point
USB GPS unit
Wireless LAN adapter Ethernet port
Battery Pack BP-511A
Battery Magazine BGM-E2
AC Adapter DC Coupler AC-E2 DR-400
AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2
Compact Power Adapter CA-PS400
USB port Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3
Car Battery Cable CB-570
Battery Charger CG-570
Compact Power Adapter CA-570
Card reader
PC card slot
Personal computer Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X
PictBridge-compatible printer CF card
PCMCIA adapter
Type AF Points Metering Range Focusing Modes AF Point Selection Selected AF Point Display AF-assist Beam
TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor 9 (Cross-type) EV -0.5 – 18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100) Auto, One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF) Automatic selection, manual selection Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel Small series of flashes fired by built-in flash Effective range: Approx. 13.1 ft./4.0m at center, approx. 11.5 ft./3.5m at periphery
Exposure Control
Interface Cable IFC-500U Battery Grip BG-E2N
Eye-level pentaprism Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% Approx. 0.95x (-1m-1 with 50mm lens at infinity) Approx. 22mm (from eyepiece lens center) -3.0 to +1.0m-1 (diopter) Interchangeable (Ef-D: Grid lines, Ef-S {point of Focus), Ef-A standard focusing screen provided Quick-return half mirror (transmission: reflectance ratio of 40:60, no mirror cut-off with EF600mm f/4L IS USM or shorter lenses) AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), Exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed, AE lock, exposure level, spot metering circle), Flash information (flash ready, flash exposure compensation, High-speed sync, FE lock, Red-eye reduction light), Image information (Highlight tone priority, monochrome shooting, maximum burst, white balance correction, CF card information) Enabled with depth-of-field preview button
Autofocus
Video Cable VC-100
Focusing Screen Ef-D Ef-S
Type Coverage Magnification Eyepoint Built-in Dioptric Adjustment Focusing Screen Mirror Viewfinder Information Depth-of-Field Preview
Metering Modes Metering Range Exposure Control ISO Speed Exposure Compensation AE Lock
35-zone TTL full-aperture metering • Evaluative metering (linkable to all AF point) • Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center) • Spot metering (approx. 3.8% of viewfinder at center) • Center-weighted average metering EV 0 – 20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) Program AE (Shiftable), Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Depth-of-field AE, Creative Auto, Full auto, Programmed image control modes (portrait, landscape, close-up, sports, night portrait, flash off), Manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash program AE Automatically set, ISO 100 – 3200 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments) Basic Zone modes: ISO 100 – 1600 set automatically Extension settable (with C.Fn.I-3-1): ISO 6400, ISO 12800 High Tone Priority settable: ISO 200 – 3200 Manual: ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments (can be combined with AEB) Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved Manual: By AE lock button
Shutter Type Shutter Speeds Shutter Release Self-timer Remote Control
Vertical-travel, mechanical, electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter 1/8000 to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/250 sec. 1/8000 to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) Soft-touch electromagnetic release 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay Remote control with N3-type terminal
Built-in Flash Type Flash Metering Guide Number Recycling Time Flash-ready Indicator Flash Coverage FE Lock Flash Exposure Compensation
Retractable, auto pop-up flash E-TTL II autoflash 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet) Approx. 3 sec. Flash-ready icon lights in viewfinder 17mm lens focal length Provided Up to ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
External Speedlite Zooming to Match Lens Focal Length Provided Compatible Flash EX-series Speedlites Flash Metering E-TTL II autoflash Flash Exposure Compensation ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments FE Lock Provided External Flash Settings Flash function settings, Flash C.Fn settings
Drive System Drive Modes Continuous Shooting Speed Maximum Burst
Single, High-speed continuous, Low-speed continuous, and Self-timer (10 sec. or 2 sec. delay) High-speed: Max. 6.3 shots/sec. Low-speed: Max. 3 shots/sec. JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 60 (CF)/approx. 90 (UDMA CF) RAW: approx. 17 RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): approx. 11 Based on Canon’s testing standards with a 2GB CF card, high-speed continuous shooting, ISO 100 and Standard Picture Style Varies depending on the subject, CF card brand, image-recording quality, ISO speed, drive mode, Picture Style, etc.
Live View Functions Shooting Modes Focusing Metering Modes Metering Range Magnified View Grid Display Exposure Simulation Silent Shooting
(1) Live View shooting (2) Remote Live View shooting (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility) Manual focus Autofocus (Live View image interrupted for AF): Quick mode, Live mode, Live Face Detection mode Evaluative metering with the image sensor EV 0 – 20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) By 5x or 10x at AF point Provided Provided Provided (Mode 1 and 2)
LCD Monitor Type Monitor Size Dots Coverage Brightness Adjustment Interface Languages
TFT colour, liquid-crystal monitor 3.0 in. Approx. 920,000 (VGA) Approx. 100% (viewing angle: approx. 160°) 7 levels provided 25
Image Playback Display Format Highlight Warning
Single image, Single image + Image-recording quality/shooting information, histogram, 4- or 9-image index, magnified view (approx.1.5x-10x), rotated image (auto/manual), image jump (by 10/100 images, index screen, by shooting date, by folder), slide show (all images/selected by date/folder) Provided (Overexposed highlights blink)
Image Protection and Erase Protect Erase
Single images can be erase-protected or not Single image, check-marked images or all images in the CF card can be erased (except protected images)
Direct Printing Compatible Printers Printable Images Easy Print feature
PictBridge-compatible printers JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System (DPOF printing possible) and RAW/sRAW images captured with the EOS 50D Provided
DPOF: Digital Print Order Format DPOF
Version 1.1 compatible
Direct Image Transfer Compatible Images
JPEG and RAW images Only JPEG images can be transferred as wallpaper on the personal computer screen
Customization Custom Functions Camera User Settings My Menu Registration
Total 25 Register under Mode Dial’s C1 and C2 positions Provided
Interface USB Terminal Video Out Terminal Extension System Terminal
For personal computer communication and direct printing (USB 2.0 Hi-Speed) (1) Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable (2) HDMI mini OUT terminal For connection to WFT-E3
Power Source Battery Number of Shots
One Battery Pack BP-511A AC power can be supplied via optional AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (with optional Battery Grip BG-E2N or BG-E2 attached, AA-size batteries can be used) Number of shots (approx.)
Temperature Shooting Conditions No Flash 50% Flash Use Normal Shooting 73°F/23°C 800 640 32°F/0°C 640 540 Live View Shooting 73°F/23°C 180 170 32°F/0°C 140 130 Battery Check Power Saving Date/Time Battery Start-up Time
Auto Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15 or 30 min. One CR2016 lithium-ion battery Approx. 0.1 sec. (Based on CIPA testing standards)
Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (WxHxD) Weight
Approx. 5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 in./145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5mm Approx. 25.7 oz./730g (body only)
Operating Environment Working Temperature Range 32-104°F/0-40°C Working Humidity Range 85% or less *All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards. *The camera’s specifications and exterior are subject to change without notice.
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