A few weeks ago, just in time for Photokina 2010 in Cologne, presented his new Canon SLR camera for serious photographers, the EOS 60D before. But what does the new camera?

The Canon EOS 60D replaces the predecessor EOS 50D from. In the two years of development between the two models, on closer inspection only has done very little. Of course, the successor to the EOS 50D find a video recording function and increases the resolution from 15.1 to 18 megapixels moderate. That, in my view, but only real novelty is the display of the camera dar. Canon EOS 60D donated the first rotatable and foldable LCD monitor, the entire EOS family. The frame of the LCD had the soft buttons on the left side, what a changed operating concept has the consequence.

There also was a small change in the battery. The new model now comes the LP-E6 (lithium ion) is used. This is equipped with a processor, which makes this battery noticeably more expensive than the well-known BP-51x. Moreover, the EOS 60D now stores the images are no longer (compatible SDHC and SDXC) to Compact Flash, but on SD Card.

Otherwise worked with many proven components. The processor of the 50D was taken as the AF system unchanged. The new camera is in continuous operation by the greater amount of data has become a bit slower. It creates an image now around less in the second.

All differences (and the most important similarities) between the two sisters I have made a small table together:

Comparison Table

Whether this small facelift justifies the current price difference of about 350 €, everyone must answer for themselves.

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The a few days ago, Canon released firmware version 2.0.3 includes the Canon EOS 5D Mark II, serious errors and was therefore pulled back from Canon.

The version mentioned was from the beginning under an unlucky star. For months, the publication was delayed despite repeated announcements over again. The firmware should make the video more interesting function and offer the following new features:

• Frame rates of 24, 25 and 30 frames / second
• Aperture and time automatic video exposure
• Live histogram in manually exposed video
• Microphone input level adjustable in 64 steps
• Audio sampling frequency of 48 kHz (previously 44.1)

Users who have already installed the version 2.0.3, should urgently an update on the day provided, corrected Version 2.0.4 of the firmware are considering. Alternatively, the problem should be avoided when the audio is an option in any case at the "Auto" setting left. Otherwise, the camera could suddenly put into sleep mode, or allow for the turning over no more recordings.

The corrected version 2.0.4 for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II at the following link can be obtained directly from the manufacturer. It also provides the above, new features of 2.0.3.

• Firmware 2.0.4 for Canon EOS 5D Mark II

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The announcement of three new cameras today fluttered into the house. Canon expands its digital SLR therefore 210th series with the EOS 550D, the compact class, the PowerShot SX210 IS and the ultra-compact models to the IXUS

Canon EOS 550D

Sensor. The Canon EOS 550D comes with the proven DIGIC 4 processor and a 18 megapixel APS-C sensor. Compared to its predecessor which is a propagation of nearly 3 megapixels. Was also increased the light sensitivity of up to ISO 3200 to ISO 6400. The speed was achieved despite the large amount of data increases slightly from 3.4 frames / second to 3.7 frames / second.

Canon has left next to the processor but the autofocus system. Here is also found in the 550D a 9-point AF system with center cross-type sensor. The case of the EOS 550D is from March 2010 at a price of 729 € (RRP) are commercially available.

Details

• CMOS-Sensor 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
• DIGIC 4
• ISO 100-6400, expandable to H: 12.800
• Continuous shooting at up to 3.7 frames / sec
• Recording of Full HD movies
• 7.7 cm (3.0 inches) Clear View LCD monitor with 3:2 aspect ratio and 1.04 million pixels
• iFCL measuring system
• Quick Control screen
• Connection for external microphone
• Movie Crop function for VGA movies with 7x telephoto effect

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

. The PowerShot SX210 IS SX200 IS follows. It offers a resolution of 14.1 mega pixels 14X optical zoom lens with optical image stabilizer. Completely new is the self timer with face detection: It responds to a smile or wink. The PowerShot SX210 IS is available in black, purple and gold will be available at a price of 349 € (RRP) from mid-March 2010.

Details

• 14X optical zoom, 28 mm wide-angle lens
• 14.1 megapixels
• Optical Image Stabilizer
• 7.6 cm (3.0 inch) PureColor LCD II G
• HDMI HD movies
• Smart Auto, Face Detection
• Smart Flash Exposure, i-Contrast
• DIGIC 4 and Servo AF / AE
• Manual control
• Creative shooting Smart Shutter

Canon IXUS 210

The Ixus icon accretes. The new Ixus 210, which replaces the Ixus 200 IS boasts, in stylish black, gold, silver or pink and white. It is equipped with a full touch screen display for easy menu navigation and a 24mm wide-angle lens. The image sensor has a resolution of 14.1 megapixels. The Ixus 210 is from mid-February 2010 at a price of 339 € (RRP) will be available.

Details

• 14.1 megapixels
• 24-mm wide-angle lens, 5x optical zoom. Optical Image Stabilizer
• 8.8 cm (3.5 inch) PureColor II widescreen touchscreen
• Optimized touchscreen
• Smart Auto, Face Detection information and tips
• HDMI HD movies
• Smart Shutter
• Smart Flash Exposure, i-Contrast
• DIGIC 4 and Servo AF / AE
• Creative shooting

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Canon has the EOS 50D firmware update to version 1.0.7 and made ​​available for download.

Fixed a bug in the balance, subject to certain conditions which gave the images a magenta color cast. The effect occurred in situations where the background showed little contrast (the sky or white wall) and the camera was not set to automatic white balance (AWB).

In addition, errors in the menus of the languages ​​Arabic, Romanian, Spanish and Ukrainian fixed.

The firmware can be updated by the user himself. A manual (in English) is provided by Canon to download the below address.

• Firmware 1.0.7 for EOS 50D

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In a press release announcing a firmware update for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II on. Contrary to usual practice, with the update not only errors were corrected, but introduced new features. It allows users to manual exposure control during video recording.

By popular request, it is the research and development department of Canon to an expansion of the video feature introduced in September 2008 has the EOS 5D Mark II decided. For a firmware update is available from the 2nd June 2009 are available.

The following manual controls for video recording will be possible after the firmware update:

• manual aperture selection
• manual ISO dial: Auto, 100-6400, and H1 (12,800)
• manual shutter speed range: 1/30-1/4.000 seconds

This update would make his first Canon SLR with video recording for professional filmmakers interesting.

Further references:

• Canon updates firmware for SLR

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