Canon Review

Canon i-SENSYS MF8050Cn Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:24:34 +0000

Share professional colour output and 4-in-1 functionality with this compact unit. Network ready, easy to use and energy efficient, it’s a total colour communications centre for small businesses.

Features
Colour All-in-One: print, copy, fax and scan 8 ppm/cpm in colour, 12 ppm/cpm in mono Up to 2400 x 600 dpi print resolution User friendly 5-line LCD display Easy scan to network and to USB memory key Energy efficient

Share impressive colour and convenience to boost your business

Art of simplicity This smart multifunctional combines style and space-saving simplicity. It’s clean, uncomplicated design – with smooth, curved lines – ensures ease of use and easy placement as well as exceptional colour convenience. Superior colour quality Canon’s advanced colour imaging technologies give you a competitive edge, delivering faithful colour reproduction as well as sharp black text. Create high impact marketing materials thanks to these innovative technologies, S-Toner and Automatic Image Refinement (AIR) for up to 2400 x 600 dpi printing. Save time Print and copy straight away from sleep mode, without waiting around. Thanks to Quick First-Print technologies, the unit springs into action almost the moment it’s needed. Your documents are delivered at 8 pages per minute in colour and 12 pages per minute in mono. The 50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder adds to overall time saving. Cut costs, save energy Save energy and reduce your running costs. The energy-efficient i-SENSYS MF8050Cn is Energy Star certified and consumes only 3 watts in sleep mode. Superior colour scanning Produce superb colour scans in a few simple steps including scanning over the network or directly to a USB memory key. Scan into a number of digital formats including compressed PDF files that are perfect for emailing and sharing. Canon’s compression technology reduces the file size without compromising image quality. Easy to use The easy-to-use, backlit, 5-line LCD display with intuitive menus and animated troubleshooting makes operation effortless straight from the start. Canon’s All-in-One cartridge system provides maintenance-free operation, consistently high quality output and the convenience of fewer consumables. Network ready Small workgroups can share functionality. The Remote User Interface lets users and administrators remotely monitor and manage machine status over the network. Department ID Management safeguards important settings, prevents unauthorised access to the machine’s functionality and enables strict control of costs. Fast faxing Fax high quality documents fast and efficiently thanks to the Super G3 fax modem. The 512-page fax memory stores faxes safely if paper or toner runs out.

Canon i-SENSYS MF8330Cdn Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:22:51 +0000

Benefit from high performance and professional colour quality – boost your business productivity with this space and energy saving unit.

Features
Colour All-in-One: print, copy, and scan 20 ppm/cpm in colour and mono Up to 2400 x 600 dpi print resolution Automatic double-sided printing User friendly 5-line LCD display Easy scan to network and to USB memory key Energy efficient

The space-saving All-in-One solution for high performance, productive colour

Art of simplicity This high performance multifunctional combines style and space-saving simplicity. It’s clean, uncomplicated design – with smooth, curved lines – ensures ease of use and easy placement as well as exceptional colour convenience. Superior colour quality Canon’s advanced colour imaging technologies give you a competitive edge, delivering faithful colour reproduction as well as sharp black text. Create high impact marketing materials thanks to these innovative technologies, S-Toner and Automatic Image Refinement (AIR) for up to 2400 x 600 dpi printing. Accelerate productivity A rapid 20 ppm/cpm output speed in colour and mono brings high volume printing to small and medium size businesses. Automatic double-sided printing as standard, a fast First Copy Out Time of just 16 seconds or less (colour & mono) and the 50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder accelerate productivity. Print and copy straight away from sleep mode thanks to Quick First-Print technologies. Cut costs, save energy Cut your paper costs with automatic double sided printing. Reduce your running costs too, as this energy efficient multifunctional is Energy Star certified and consumes only 3 watts in sleep mode. Superior colour scanning Produce superb colour scans in a few simple steps, including scanning over the network or directly to a USB memory key. Scan into a number of digital formats including compressed PDF files that are perfect for emailing and sharing. Canon’s compression technology reduces the file size without compromising image quality. Easy to use The easy-to-use, backlit, 5-line LCD display with intuitive menus and animated troubleshooting makes operation effortless straight from the start. Canon’s All-in-One cartridge system provides maintenance-free operation, consistently high quality output and the convenience of fewer consumables. Network ready Small workgroups can share functionality. The Remote User Interface lets users and administrators remotely monitor and manage machine status over the network. Department ID Management safeguards important settings, prevents unauthorised access to the machine’s functionality and enables strict control of costs.

Canon Extender EF 2x II Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:14:16 +0000

The effective aperture of the lens is increased by one or two stops respectively. Autofocusing does not operate if the effective maximum aperture is greater than f/5.6 (greater than f/8 on the EOS 1V and EOS 3).

Features
Dust and moisture resistant construction Extends the master lens focal length by 2x Minimum loss of lens performance Reduces inner reflection for higher image quality

The EF 2x II doubles the focal length of any lens it’s mounted to, and reduces its effective aperture by two stops

Successors to the EF2x this model offers valuable improvements for further enhanced image quality. This extender allows users to combine practicality and functionality with a new optical system allowing them to extend the master lens focal length by 2x, with minimal loss of lens performance or image quality. With a dust- and moisture-resistant construction this extender has been designed to reinforce the EOS system. Specially designed to work in conjunction with the EOS-1V and IS super telephoto L-series lenses, it makes a highly dust- and water-resistant combination. The EF2x II features improved anti-reflection materials inside the lens-barrel as well as improved coating around the outer edges of the lenses to reduce flare. All of these improvements will allow professional photographers to capture higher quality images than ever before.

Canon Extender EF 1.4x II Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:13:37 +0000

The effective aperture of the lens is increased by one stop. Autofocusing does not operate if the effective maximum aperture is greater than f/5.6 (greater than f/8 on the EOS 1V and EOS 3).

Features
Dust and moisture resistant construction Extends the master lens focal length by 1.4x Minimum loss of lens performance Reduces inner reflection for higher image quality

The new version II maintains the outstanding optics of the previous version, and adds enhanced weather- resistant construction, and improved anti-reflective surfaces in the barrel

Successors to the EF1.4x this model offers valuable improvements for further enhanced image quality. This extender allows users to combine practicality and functionality with a new optical system allowing them to extend the master lens focal length by 1.4x, with minimal loss of lens performance or image quality. With a dust- and moisture-resistant construction this extender has been designed to reinforce the EOS system. Specially designed to work in conjunction with the EOS-1V and IS super telephoto L-series lenses, it makes a highly dust- and water-resistant combination. The EF1.4x II features improved anti-reflection materials inside the lens-barrel as well as improved coating around the outer edges of the lenses to reduce flare. All of these improvements will allow professional photographers to capture higher quality images than ever before.

Canon EF 800mm f_5.6 L IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:12:43 +0000

The magnesium alloy construction of the EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM makes it a lightweight super-telephoto option. Superior Canon optics provide excellent image quality whilst minimising lens dimensions.

Features
L-series construction 4-stop Image Stabilizer with tripod detection Fluorite, UD and super-UD lens elements 4.5 kg magnesium alloy build Super Spectra lens coatings Ring USM auto focus with full-time manual focus

The super-telephoto lens for uncompromising performance.

L-series construction The EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM incorporates Canon’s highest standard of precision optics. The L-series is Canon’s flagship lens range, combining outstanding image quality with exceptional operability. Dust and moisture seals offer advanced protection from the elements, even in harsh weather conditions.4-Stop Image Stabilizer Canon’s 4-stop compensation Image Stabilizer technology allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no perceptible increase in image blur. Automatic panning detection turns off the Image Stabilizer in either the horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects. Tripod detection automatically improves the functionality of the Image Stabilizer when shooting on a tripod. Aspherical, Fluorite, UD and Super UD elements For optimum visual performance, the lens incorporates four types of special optical elements: aspherical elements to correct spherical aberrations, and refracting Fluorite, UD and Super UD (ultra-low dispersion) elements to eliminate secondary chromatic aberrations. The result is crisp, high contrast and undistorted image quality all the way to the edge of the frame. Magnesium alloy build At just 4.5Kg, the EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM is a relatively lightweight super-telephoto lens, suitable for limited hand-held shooting. Its magnesium alloy build keeps its weight comparable to shorter telephoto lenses. Ring USM auto focus with manual override Canon’s ring USM auto focus system employs ultra-sonic frequency vibrations for fast, accurate and virtually silent operation with excellent positioning control. Full-time manual focus override, via a large ring that does not rotate during auto focus, allows photographers to begin fine-tuning a shot instantly. Also included is focus preset, already found on the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM, which allows selection and storage of a specific focus position, for instant recall when required. Super Spectra coating Super Spectra coatings help ensure accurate colour balance and high contrast, and suppress flare and ghosting by absorbing light that might be reflected off internal lens elements and digital EOS sensors. Circular aperture A circular aperture delivers smooth, even-looking bokeh (background blur) – ideal for isolating subjects at large aperture.

Canon EF 200mm f_2 L IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:12:10 +0000

The EF 200mm f/2L IS USM is a high-performance medium telephoto lens for professionals. Its large f/2 aperture ensures optimum results indoors and in low light situations.

Features
L-series construction Large f/2 aperture 5-stop Image Stabilizer with tripod detection Super Spectra lens coatings Fluorite and UD lens elements Ring USM auto focus with full-time manual focus

Large aperture medium telephoto lens for professionals.

L-series construction The EF 200mm f/2L IS USM incorporates Canon’s highest standard of precision optics. The L-series is Canon’s flagship lens range, combining outstanding image quality with exceptional operability. Dust and moisture seals offer advanced protection from the elements, even in harsh weather conditions. Large f/2.0 aperture A large maximum aperture of f/2.0 provides outstanding speed for shooting in low light conditions, without the need for flash. The large aperture also provides fine control over depth of field for compelling portrait photography. 5-Stop Image Stabilizer Canon’s 5-stop compensation Image Stabilizer technology allows the use of shutter speeds up to 5 times slower, with no perceptible increase in image blur. Automatic panning detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in either the horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects. Tripod detection automatically improves the functionality of the Image Stabilizer when shooting on a tripod. Super Spectra coating Super Spectra coatings help ensure accurate colour balance and high contrast, and suppress flare and ghosting by absorbing light that might be reflected off internal lens elements and digital EOS sensors. Fluorite and UD elements For optimum visual performance, the lens incorporates Fluorite and UD (ultra-low dispersion) elements to minimise chromatic aberrations. The result is crisp, high contrast and exceptional image quality throughout the frame. Circular aperture A circular aperture delivers smooth, even-looking bokeh (background blur) – ideal for isolating subjects, or compelling portraiture. Ring USM auto focus with manual override Canon’s ring USM auto focus system employs ultra-sonic frequency vibrations for fast, accurate and virtually silent operation with excellent positioning control. Full-time manual focus, via a large ring that does not rotate during auto focus, allows photographers to begin fine-tuning a shot instantly. Also included is focus preset, already found on the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM, which allows selection and storage of a specific focus position, for instant recall when required.

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:11:31 +0000

This lens is an EF100-400mm 4.5-5.6 L IS USM.

Features
Lens construction: 17 elements in 14 groups Diagonal angle of view: 24°-6°-10° Focus adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM Closest focusing distance: 1.8m / 6ft Zoom system: Linear extension type Filter size: 77mm

The Image Stabilizer has two modes and it is compatible with Extenders 1.4x II and 2x II

L-series super telephoto zoom lens equipped with an Image Stabilizer. The fluorite and Super UD-glass elements largely eliminate secondary spectrum. The floating system also ensures high picture quality at all focal lengths. The Image stabilizer has two modes and it is compatible with Extenders 1.4x and 2x.

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:10:42 +0000

A new agility and creativity in telephoto zoom lenses. The world’s first camera zoom lens with a DO element: A triumph of precision optics delivers compact size, low weight and ultimate image quality.

Features
3 layer DO element 9.99 cm Ultimate image quality Image Stabilizer Quiet, high speed AF Full time manual focus Circular diaphragm for pleasing background blur Zoom ring lock E-TTL II distance metering Lens coatings optimised for digital camera use



With its multi-layer diffractive optical (DO) element, Image Stabilization (IS) and Ultra-Sonic Motor (USM) technologies, the EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM is a celebration of precision optics. The lens sets new standards in compact size and high image quality. IS technology allows razor sharp images at lower shutter speeds, while rear focusing USM delivers fast, silent auto focus. The DO factor The EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM is the world’s only zoom lens to incorporate a DO element. Introduction of a new triple-layered DO element not only makes the lens more nimble, it delivers unrivalled imaging performance. The DO element is combined with normal refraction elements to compensate for colour aberration. This achieves levels of colour aberration correction that could previously only be achieved with the use of fluorite elements or Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lenses. The result: superb image quality in an exceptionally small package. Image Stabilizer Canon’s renowned Image Stabilizer (IS) technology compensates for approximately three stops without perceptible increase in image blur. This increases vastly the range of circumstances in which hand-held photography is possible, limiting the need to carry a tripod. Major movement in a particular direction is automatically detected as conscious panning. Correction is halted in the relevant direction, thereby preventing shake-return. Ultra Sonic Motor The ring-type USM delivers high-speed, high-precision, super efficient and virtually noiseless auto focusing, with good holding torque for rapid response, accurate stopping. Use of USM also allows full-time manual override without damage to the autofocus mechanism. Attractive defocusing Aperture is controlled with an EMD (electromagnetic diaphragm) for fast, quiet, highly precise control and the lens incorporates a circular aperture diaphragm for pleasing background blur. Working with EOS The drive pattern of the lens is tailored to specifically match that of the latest EOS range, extracting maximum benefit from the lens’ speed advantage. Distance information offers higher precision focus-linked E-TTL II flash photography metering. In harmony with the environment In keeping with Canon’s stringent environmental policy, only lead free glass is used in the lens’ optics.

Canon EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:10:05 +0000

The advanced 3-stop Image Stabilizer (IS) technology of the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens makes it the ideal telephoto zoom when shooting in lowlight and at slow shutter speeds.

Features
Affordable and powerful 3-stop Image Stabilizer UD lens element improves image quality Super Spectra coatings suppress flare and ghosting Circular aperture provides pleasing background blur Fast, quiet auto-focus

Canon’s affordable telephoto zoom with Image Stabilizer.

Affordable high magnification The powerful yet reasonably priced EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM will appeal to nature and sports photographers looking to achieve sharper images when shooting handheld. Focal length translates to approx. 112-480mm equivalent in 35mm film format when fitted to cameras with APS-C size sensors. Image Stabilizer The EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM features Canon’s 3-stop Image Stabilizer (IS). Ideal for handheld photography, Canon’s Image Stabilizer allows photographers to use shutter speeds up to 3-stops slower with no perceptible increase in image blur. For stabilized panning, IS Mode 2 only corrects for unwanted vertical shake by switching off IS in the horizontal direction. IS is ideal for low light conditions, fast paced scenes and for shooting from moving vehicles. IS switches off automatically when the camera is mounted on a tripod. UD lens element A UD (ultra-low dispersion) glass lens element corrects chromatic aberration to achieve high resolution and contrast throughout the zoom range without colour fringing on subject outlines. Only lead free glass is used in the lens construction. Super Spectra coatings Optimised Super Spectra lens coatings and lens element shaping suppress flare and ghosting – more prone to occur with digital cameras due to reflection off the image sensor. Coatings also help achieve true colour balance and sharp high contrast images. Pleasing background blur A circular barrel aperture helps to create an attractive, even background blur when isolating a subject at large apertures. Fast auto-focus The lens’s micro USM motor uses ultra-sonic frequency vibrations to drive rapid auto-focus with near-silent operation. Good holding torque ensures there is no overshoot. A high speed CPU and optimised AF algorithm contribute to AF speed literally faster than the human eye. Accessories Accessories include a lens hood (ET-65B) and a soft case (LP1222).

Canon EF 70-200mm f 4L IS USM Review

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:09:13 +0000

Compact, manoeuvrable and lightweight, the world’s first 4-stop Image Stabilizer lens also features the very finest in L-series lens optics to deliver stand out optical performance and operability.

Features
L-series optics Light and compact 4-stop Image Stabilizer f/4 through zoom range Fluorite and UD lens elements Fast auto focus Environmental seals Super Spectra coatings Circular aperture for pleasing background blur Soft case and lens hood

The professional’s lightweight IS telephoto zoom.

4-stop IS The EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM features the world’s first 4-stop Image Stabilizer (IS). Ideal for handheld work, the exceptionally accurate and sensitive IS negates the need for a tripod in many conditions. Shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower than would be otherwise possible (e.g. 1/15 sec instead of 1/200) can be used with no perceptible increase in image blur. For stabilised panning, IS Mode 2 corrects only for unwanted vertical shake. L-series quality The lens embodies Canon’s highest standards of L-series optics, build quality, reliability and operability. Crisp, high contrast image quality is assured right across the frame and throughout the entire zoom range. A reliable partner in tough conditions, the metal and polycarbonate construction features special environmental seals to prevent the ingress of dust and moisture. Lightweight With a length of just 172mm and weighing only 760g, the EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is ideal for assignments where there is a need to travel light without compromising performance, operability or image quality. Fixed aperture With no change in aperture over the full focal length range, photographers can set exposure at the widest aperture and zoom through to 200mm without slowing shutter speed. Lens length remains constant during zooming and focusing. Fluorite and UD lens elements The lens incorporates a single Fluorite and two UD (ultra-low dispersion glass) lens elements to suppress secondary chromatic aberrations. The result is crisp, high contrast, undistorted images throughout the entire zoom range, without colour fringing at subject outlines. Auto focus A Ring-type USM (Ultrasonic motor) delivers responsive, high-speed, silent auto focus. Holding torque is excellent, stopping the focus lens group with precision and without overshoot. Full time manual focus override is available without switching out of AF. Minimum focus distance is 1.2m throughout the zoom range. Super Spectra coatings Optimised Super Spectra coatings and lens element shaping suppress flare and ghosting. Coatings also help achieve true colour balance and increase contrast. Pleasing background blur The Electro Magnetic Diaphragm (EMD) features an almost perfectly circular aperture to create an even and attractive blur from out-of-focus backgrounds. Accessories A cylindrical bayonet hood and soft case are included.

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