Canon EOS-1D X

Canon Australia has just announced the new flagship model of the renowned EOS 1-series of digital SLR cameras for professional photographers: the Canon EOS-1D X. The new model is positioned as a replacement for EOS-1D Mark IV and the EOS-1Ds Mark III.

“The EOS-1D X is a truly ground-breaking camera developed in response to requests from professional photographers for an all-round camera that combines both speed and image quality,” said Cathy Hattersley, Brand Manager – EOS Professional, Canon Australia. “The EOS-1D X is the ultimate all-rounder for professionals from sport, photojournalism and nature photography through to studio, fashion and wedding/portrait work, also offering the ability to capture Full HD movies and comply with video industry standards. Also the new GPS receiver for EOS and the Wireless File Transmitter unit will extend the appeal of this camera for news agencies, police and security organisations due to the ability to effectively catalogue images and synchronise units for purposes such as 3D image creation.” - Canon

 Key Features:

• Autofocus (AF) continuous shooting at 12 fps (14 fps with mirror lock-up)
• Full-Frame 18.1MP CMOS sensor with large pixel size and gapless microlens technology
• ISO range 100-51200 (L:50; H2: 204800) and low noise for high quality in all lighting conditions, including near-dark
• FULL High Definition movie recording, video industry standards compliance (ALL-I, IPB)
• Dual DiG!C 5+ image processors for high-speed processing and noise reduction
• New AF system features 61 AF points (41 cross points) for precise focussing accuracy
• Unique Auto Exposure (AE) metering uses RGB colour and face recognition for enhanced subject tracking

The EOS-1D X incorporates an all-new 35-mm Full-Frame CMOS sensor enabling both a large pixel size of 6.95 microns and 18.1-megapixel image resolution. Canon’s gapless microlens technology ensures that light is delivered more efficiently to the light diodes, while Dual DiG!C 5+ Imaging Processors ensure low noise and high-speed processing. Standard ISO settings of 100-51200 (expandable L: 50; H1: 102400; H2: 204800) contribute to achieving unparalleled low-light shooting possibilities – including near-dark situations – with low image noise.
Unrivalled High-Speed Shooting

The new flagship will deliver 12-fps continuous AF shooting, An all-new AF system which will deliver better subject tracking and precise focus accuracy than conventional systems, a unique ‘intelligent’ AE system that employs an RGB AE sensor and a DiG!C 4 image processor dedicated to AE, a new semi-automatic feature that accurately adjusts camera and lens focus, and records the settings, a range of enhancements to operation buttons, controls and menu structures and Full HD (1920x1080: 24/25 fps) movie-making in a professional-grade DSLR camera

The EOS-1D X takes the renowned build quality of the EOS 1-series to the next level for even greater reliability under heavy shooting or extreme environmental conditions. To meet professional field requirements, shutter durability of 400,000 cycles combines with the lightweight, heavy-duty magnesium-alloy chassis and superior dust and moisture seals at 76 locations.

The launch today of a new compact Wireless File Transmitter unit WFT-E6 offers extended functionality for the EOS-1D X, including synchronised shooting with multiple camera units, remote control shooting, image review and download using an Internet browser, and high-speed Wi-Fi or Bluetooth file transfer.

The EOS-1D X will be available through Canon Professional Dealers from March 2012 (RRP currently UNKNOWN)

Source: Canon Australia