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EOS 50D

EOS 50D

EOS 50D

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Marketed September 2008
Original Price Open price

The mid-range Canon EOS 50D raises image quality and high-speed image processing to next levels with advancements in two key devices: the developed approximately 15.1-million effective pixel CMOS sensor (APS-C size) and the redesigned high-performance DIGIC 4 imaging processor. Along with its enhanced image quality and rich tonal range, the model also utilizes noise-reduction technology to enable high-speed shooting. The EOS 50D supports ISO sensitivity settings from 100 to 3200,*1 which can be expanded to ISO 6400 and 12800 in wide-angle settings, making it the ideal digital SLR camera for a wide range of photographic horizons. Further, because the model accommodates the new CFA 4.1 UDMA CF memory card format for high-speed data transfer, it makes possible a maximum shooting speed of 6.3 frames per second*2 for up to 90*3 consecutive high-resolution images in a burst.

The EOS 50D’s large 3.0-inch clear view LCD monitor features a 160-degree viewing angle, 920,000 dots, and an anti-reflection coating to shield its protective cover from dust. It provides excellent color reproduction that naturally displays images on the finder and greatly improves daylight visibility outdoors. And further contributing to enhanced user friendliness, the Live View function features improved AF (autofocus) performance through the utilization of Face Detection technology. The EOS 50D delivers outstanding basic performance through such features as high-precision all cross type 9-point AF and a high-performance viewfinder employing a glass pentaprism that provides an approximately 0.95x zoom ratio. Other features embody the evolution of digital SLR technology, such as the Auto Lighting Optimizer, which automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast levels of dark images and can now be used with RAW images.

The EOS 50D allows users to smoothly set shooting functions while looking at the LCD monitor with the Quick Settings Screen, or use the Creative Full Auto Mode to take the type of photos they want without prior knowledge of such technical terms as “aperture” and “exposure.” Users are also guaranteed a high degree of reliability with the EOS 50D, given its EOS Integrated Cleaning System sensor dust solution, fluoride-coated Self Cleaning Sensor Unit to suppress dust adherence, high-rigidity magnesium alloy exterior, and durable shutter unit capable of withstanding approximately 100,000 cycles. The EOS 50D is compatible with Canon’s comprehensive range of 60-plus EF interchangeable lenses, including the concurrently announced Image Stabilizer-equipped EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, featuring an 11x zoom for wide-angle to telephoto coverage.

*1 Recommended index for ISO sensitivity
*2 According to CIPA standards
*3 When using a Canon-standard UDMA/CF memory card and shooting in JPEG large/fine mode and high-speed continuous mode. Approximately 60 shots when using a non-UDMA memory card

Type
Type Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash
Recording media Type I or II CF card, UDMA-compatible
Image sensor size 22.3 x 14.9 mm
Compatible Lenses Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses)
(35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens focal length)
Lens Mount Canon EF mount
Image Sensor
Type CMOS sensor
Effective pixels Approx. 15.10 megapixels
Aspect Ratio 3:2
Dust deletion feature Auto, Manual, Dust Delete Data appending
Recording System
Recording format Design rule for Camera File System 2.0
Image type JPEG, RAW (14-bit Canon original)
RAW+JPEG simultaneous recording possible
Recorded pixels Large: Approx. 15.10 megapixels (4752 x 3168)
Medium: Approx. 8.00 megapixels (3456 x 2304)
Small: Approx. 3.70 megapixels (2352 x 1568)
RAW: Approx. 15.10 megapixels (4752 x 3168)
sRAW1: Approx. 7.10 megapixels (3267 x 2178)
sRAW2: Approx. 3.80 megapixels (2376 x 1584)
Create/select a folder Possible
Image Processing
Picture Styles Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Def. 1 – 3
white balance Auto, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten light, White fluorescent light, Flash), Custom, Color temperature setting (2500-10000K)
White balance correction and white balance bracketing features provided

* Color temperature information transmission enabled

Noise reduction Applicable to long exposures and high ISO speed shots
Automatic image
brightness correction
Auto Lighting Optimizer
Highlight tone priority Provided
Lens peripheral illumination correction Provided
Viewfinder
Type Eye-level pentaprism
Coverage Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95%
Magnification Approx. 0.95x (-1 m-1 with 50 mm lens at infinity)
Eyepoint Approx. 22 mm (From eyepiece lens center at -1m-1)
Built-in dioptric adjustment -3.0 – +1.0 m-1 (dpt)
Focusing screen Interchangeable (2 types sold separately), Ef-A standard focusing screen provided
Mirror Quick-return type
Depth-of-field preview Provided
Autofocus
Type TTL secondary image-registration, phase detection
AF points 9 (All cross-type)
Metering range EV -0.5 – 18 (at 23°C/73°F, ISO 100)
Focus modes One-Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF)
AF-assist beam Small series of flashes fired by built-in flash
AF Microadjustment AF Microadjustment possible
Exposure Control
Metering modes 35-zone TTL full-aperture metering
• Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point)
• Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center)
• Spot metering (approx. 3.8% of viewfinder at center)
• Center-weighted average metering
Metering range EV 1 – 20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)
Exposure control Program AE (Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, Flash Off, Creative Auto, Program), shutter-priority AE, aperture-priority AE, depth-of-field AE, manual exposure
ISO speed
(Recommended Exposure Index)
Basic Zone modes: ISO 100 – 1600 set automatically
Creative Zone modes: ISO 100 – 3200 (in 1/3-stop increments), Auto, or ISO speed can be expanded to ISO 6400 or ISO 12800
Exposure compensation Manual and AEB (Settable in combination with manual exposure compensation)
Settable amount: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
AE lock Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved
Manual: By AE lock button
Shutter
Type Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter
Shutter speeds 1/8000 sec. to 1/60 sec. (Full Auto mode), X-sync at 1/250 sec.
1/8000 sec.to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.)
Flash
Built-in flash Retractable, auto pop-up flash
Guide No.: 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet)
Flash coverage: 17mm lens angle of view
Recycling time approx. 3 sec.
External flash EX-series Speedlite (Functions settable with the camera)
Flash metering E-TTL II autoflash
Flash exposure compensation ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
FE lock Provided
PC terminal Provided
Drive System
Drive modes Single, High-speed continuous, Low-speed continuous, and Self-timer (10 sec. or 2 sec. delay)
Continuous shooting speed High-speed: Max. approx. 6.3 shots/sec.,
Low-speed: Max. approx. 3 shots/sec.
Maximum burst
(High-speed continuous shooting)
JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 60 shots (Approx. 90 shots),
RAW: Approx. 16 shots (Approx. 16 shots)
RAW+JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 10 shots (Approx. 10 shots)

* Figures are based on Canon’s testing standards (ISO 100 and Standard Picture Style) using a 2GB card.
*Figures in parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) 2GB card based on Canon’s testing standards

Live View Shooting
Focusing Quick mode (Phase-difference detection)
Live mode, Face detection live mode (Contrast detection)
Manual focusing (5x/10x magnification possible)
Metering modes Evaluative metering with the image sensor
Metering range EV 0 – 20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)
Silent shooting Provided
LCD Monitor
Type TFT color liquid-crystal monitor (Brightness adjustable to 7 levels)
Monitor size and dots 3-in. with approx. 920,000 dots (VGA)
Coverage Approx. 100%
Interface languages 25
Image Playback
Image display formats Single, Single + Info (Image-recording quality, shooting information, histogram), 4-image index, 9-image index, image rotate possible
Zoom magnification Approx. 1.5x – 10x
Image browsing methods Single image, jump by 10 or 100 images, jump by screen, by shooting date, by folder
Highlight alert Overexposed highlights blink
Direct Printing
Compatible printers PictBridge-compatible printers
Printable images JPEG and RAW images
Print ordering DPOF Version 1.1 compatible
Customization
Custom Functions 25
Camera user settings Register under Mode Dial’s C1 and C2 positions
My Menu registration Provided
Interface
Digital terminal For personal computer communication and direct printing (Hi-Speed USB)
Video output terminal φ3.5mm mini-jack (NTSC/PAL selectable)
HDMI mini OUT terminal Type C
Remote control terminal Compatible with remote control via N3 Type
Extension system terminal For connection to Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/E3A
Power Source
Battery Battery Pack BP-511A (Qty. 1)

* AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2
* With Battery Grip BG-E2N or BG-E2 attached, size-AA/LR6 batteries can be used

Battery life
(Based on CIPA testing standards)
With 50% flash use and normal shooting
At 23°C/73°F, approx. 640 shots. At 0°C/32°F, approx. 540 shots
With 50% flash use and Live View shooting
At 23°C/73°F, approx. 170 shots. At 0°C/32°F, approx. 130 shots
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D) 145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5 mm / 5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 in.
Weight Approx. 730 g / 25.7 oz. (body only)
Operating Environment
Working temperature range 0°C – 40°C / 32°F – 104°F
Working humidity 85% or less