Canon India has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of one new DSLR camera, the EOS 80D, two new compact cameras, the premium compact PowerShot G7X Mark II and the ultra-zoom PowerShot SX720 HS; one new lens – EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM and a newly developed Power Zoom Adapter – PZ-E1.
The EOS 80D DSLR camera is the latest addition to Canon’s DSLR camera range, and the successor to the wildly popular EOS 70D. The DSLR takes imaging quality to a new level with new features such as an all-cross type 45-point AF system, DIGIC 6 image processor with a 24.2 megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor, a higher ISO range of ISO 100 – ISO 16,000., as well as an improved video recording specification.
The PowerShot G7X Mark II features a large 1.0-inch sensor, as well as Canon’s new DIGIC 7 image processor making it the ultimate portable camera for discerning clickers.
The PowerShot SX720 HS which is powered by the DIGIC 6 imaging processor and offers an unmatched 40x optical zoom and video recording features in a compact and lightweight package.
Canon has also announced new lens – the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM. This lens is the first to offer a Nano USM focusing system for ultra-fast still image focusing, and smooth autofocus during video shooting. The Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E1 that is also announced, is a very unique accessory designed to offer smooth, and variable powered zoom at the flick of a finger. Both the accessories are compatible with the EOS 80D as well as other EOS cameras.
Key Features Of EOS 80D :
· Dimensions: Approx. 139 x 105.2 x 78.2mm
· Weight: Approx. 730g (body only)
· Image sensor: 24.2 mega-pixel CMOS sensor
· Imaging processor: DIGIC 6
· ISO speed: 100-16,000 (expandable to 25,600)
· Continuous shooting speed: 7 fps
· Maximum video quality: Full HD 60p
· AF: 45-points Dual Pixel CMOS AF
· Wi-Fi: Yes
· NFC: Yes
· LCD: Vari angle
It will be available from April onwards.
PowerShot G7X Mark II features:
With an ultra-bright lens offering apertures as wide as f/1.8, it provides users with better image quality, and greater freedom of photographic expression. The large sensor ensures beautiful background blur, while imbuing this camera with the ability to capture stunning images in poor light.
· Dimensions: Approx. 105.5 x 60.9 x 42.0mm
· Weight: Approx. 319g
· Lens: 4.2x optical zoom IS
· Focal length: 24-100mm
· Aperture: f/1.8-f/2.8
· Image sensor: 20.1 mega-pixel 1-inch type CMOS sensor
· Imaging processor: DIGIC 7
· Maximum video quality: Full HD 59.94 fps
· LCD: 3” (approx. 1.04 million dots) tilt type (up 180 / down 45 degrees) touch panel
· Connectivity: Wi-Fi, NFC
· Battery type: NB-13L
This will be available from May onwards.
PowerShot SX720 HS features :
It features an ultra-high optical zoom of 40x (24mm to 960mm equivalent), in a remarkably slim body.
· Image sensor: 1/2.3-type 20.3 Mega-Pixel CMOS sensor
· Imaging processor: DIGIC 6
· Lens: 40x IS 24-960mm f/3.3 (W) – f/6.9 (T)
· LCD: 3.0-type (4:3) Approx. 922,000 dots
· Movie: Full HD up to 59.94fps
· Connectivity: Wi-Fi/NFC enabled
· Dimensions: 109.7mm in length, 63.8mm in breadth and 35.7m (TBD) in depth
· Weight: Approx. 270g
The product will be available from June onwards.
