Recommended Alternative
Canon EOS400D IS Kit
With Canon EFS 18-55mm IS - Image Stabiliser Zoom
*Canon Case Via Redemption
The EOS 400D features
- 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
- Canon?s EOS Integrated Cleaning System
- 2.5? LCD screen with 230K pixels and 160? viewing angle
- High-precision 9 point AF system
- Picture Style image processing parameters
- DIGIC II image processor with 0.2 sec start up
- Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software
- Compact and Lightweight body
- Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites
Improved Performance
As well as the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, the EOS 400D incorporates a number of new developments. Resolution increases to 10.1 Megapixels, using the superior hi-sensitivity, hi-speed, low-noise CMOS technology now found in all six EOS Digital models. The 2.5? hi-resolution LCD is the brightest in the EOS range and now displays all of key shooting and user interface information along with image playback. The AF system expands from 7 to 9-point, with a highly sensitive f/2.8 center point for exceptional performance in low light. Even with the image resolution increase, maximum frame burst almost doubles from 14 to 27 large JPEGs and from 5 to 10 RAW.
Dust reduction
The EOS 400D is the first camera to incorporate the EOS Integrated Cleaning System. Based on significant research into the causes of dust in D-SLR cameras, the system combats dust in three important ways: Reduce, Repel and Remove.
- Reduce - Internal camera mechanisms are designed to minimise dust generation. The body cap is redesigned to prevent dust generation through wear on the cap itself.
- Repel - Anti-static technologies are applied to the low-pass filter covering the front of the sensor so as not to attract dust.
- Remove - A Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit uses hi-frequency vibrations to shake dust from the low pass filter for a period of approximately one second after each start up. For instant shooting after power up, this feature is disabled immediately the shutter release is depressed.
Canon has also developed an internal Dust Delete Data system, which can map the position of any visible dust on the sensor. This can then be deleted automatically after the shoot with the latest Digital Photo Professional software.
The EOS advantage
The EOS 400D inherits a number of advanced features proven in higher-end EOS models, such as the EOS 30D and 5D. These include its 9-point AF system, Picture Style, 9,999 image capacity folders and expanded Pictbridge functionality.
The EOS 400D also incorporates the same DIGIC II processor found across the EOS range right through to EOS‑1 professional models (see Appendix ?Technologies Explained?). As well as providing superior image quality through advanced rendering algorithms and almost instant 0.2 second start up time, DIGIC II?s accelerated processing prioritises the photographer?s ability to keep shooting by clearing the buffer quickly between frame bursts.
Upgrading
The upgrade path to the EOS 400D from earlier EOS models is made easy by maintaining the same intuitive user interface and basic layout of key features and functions. Photographers are also able to use the same battery and Battery Grip BG-E3 as used on the EOS 350D, as well as continued support for all EF and EF-S lenses, EX Speedlites and EOS accessories.
Software
Consistent with the entire EOS Digital range, the EOS 400D is supplied with a comprehensive software suite to help the photographer?s workflow. This includes Digital Photo Professional (DPP), a powerful RAW converter that provides complete RAW image processing control. DPP also integrates with camera features such as the Dust Delete Data and Picture Style. The camera also comes with EOS Capture, Image/Zoom Browser and Photostitch.
Canon EFS18-55mm IS Zoom
- - Image Stabiliser zoom lens for digital SLR cameras - 18 to 55mm focal range, fast f/3.5-5.6 aperture
- - Features Canon's Image Stabilizer
- - Specifically for digital SLR's that accept EF-S lenses
- - High precision aspherical element for outstanding image quality
- - Circular aperture producing attractive background defocus
- - 29cm minimum focus distance at all zoom focal lengths
- - Only environmentally friendly lead-free glass used in lens construction
Canon EOS 400D specifications
Canon EOS 400D 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? 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)? RAW (.CR2) + 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) Auto Focus ? 9-point CMOS sensor *? 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 - 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 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: N, Ye, Or, R, G? B&W tone: N, S, B, P, G Drive modes ? Single? Continuous: 3.0 fps up to 27 JPEG / 10 RAW frames * ? Self-timer 10 secs (3 sec with mirror lock-up) Mirror lockup Yes (custom function) 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? Proximity sensor disables LCD shooting mode information * 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 * ? 2.5" TFT LCD? 230,000 pixels? Wide viewing angle? 7 brightness levels? Up to 10x zoom playback LCD shooting mode information ? 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)? 9 image index? Auto play? Image rotation? Jump (by 10, 100 or date) Custom functions 11 custom functions with 29 settings * Menu languages ? English? German? French? Dutch? Danish? Finnish? Italian? Norwegian? Swedish? Spanish? Russian? Simplified Chinese? Tradional Chinese *? Korean? Japanese
Firmware User upgradable Connectivity ? USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed)? Video out? E3 type wired remote control
Storage ? Compact Flash Type I or II? Microdrive supported? FAT 12/16 and FAT 32 support? No CF card supplied? Up to 9999 images per folder * Power ? Lithium-Ion NB-2LH rechargeable battery (supplied & charger)? CR2016 Lithium battery (date/time backup)? Optional ACK-700 AC adapter Direct printing ? Canon Selphy Printers ? Canon Bubble Jet Printers with direct print function? Canon PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge ? PictBridge Dimensions * 127 x 94 x 65 mm (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in) Weight * ? Body (no battery): 514 g (1.1 lb) ? Body (inc battery): 556 g (1.2 lb) Software * ? Zoom Browser EX / ImageBrowser ? PhotoStitch? EOS Utility (inc. Remote Capture; Windows & Mac except Mac Intel) ? Digital Photo Professional (Windows / Mac)
| Available Colours | N/A |
|---|---|
| Megapixels | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| ISO/Sensitivity | N/A |
| Image Stabilisation | N/A |
| Autofocus Points | N/A |
| Lens Mount | N/A |
| LCD Size | N/A |
| Touchscreen | N/A |
| Liveview | N/A |
| Viewfinder | N/A |
| Min Shutter Speed | N/A |
| Max Shutter Speed | N/A |
| Built-in Flash | N/A |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | N/A |
| Self Timer | N/A |
| Metering | N/A |
| Video Resolution | N/A |
| Memory Type | N/A |
| WiFi | N/A |
| GPS | N/A |
| Connectivity | N/A |
| Battery | N/A |
| Battery Type | N/A |
| Charger | N/A |
| File Formats | N/A |
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Box Contents | N/A |
| Skill Level | N/A |
| Lifestyle Uses | N/A |
| Waterproof | N/A |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | N/A |
