
Canon announces 24mm f/1.4 L II USM - fixed length L-series lens.
Press release:
The new EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens is the successor to Canon’s EF 24mm f/1.4L USM professional wide-angle lens released in 1997. Targeting professional photographers, the new EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens has been introduced to address the advancements high-resolution digital SLR cameras with re-designed optics and use of a new anti-reflection lens coating called SWC (Sub-Wavelength Structure Coating) to minimize ghosting and flare. Features such as dustproof and waterproof construction that have been adopted make this a high-performance lens with specifications that respond to the demands of professional users. A welcome complement to the EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR camera, the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens is scheduled to be in stores this December at an estimated retail price of $1,699v.
Features:
- Wide 24mm focal length
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Aspherical and UD lens elements
- Subwavelength structure coating
- USM focus motor with full-time manual focus
- Floating internal focus mechanism
- Weather and dust seals
- Robust build quality
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Canon introduces EOS 5D Mark II - 21MP Full Frame DSLR with 1080p HD movie recording and DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor.
Key Specifications:
- 21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor
- DIGIC 4 processor
- ISO range expandable to 25600
- Full HD (1080, 30fps) movie recording
- High-res 3.0” VGA LCD with Live View
- 3.9fps JPEG shooting up to card capacity
- 9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
- Magnesium alloy body
The EOS 5D Mark II is Canon’s first D-SLR to incorporate full HD 1920×1080 video capture. Once filming is started from Live View mode, photographers can fire off either single of continuous stills, with video capture continuing after the final frame is captured.
The estimated retail price of $2,699 (body only) and $3,499 with the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens.
More information, photos, sample images & videos about 5D Mark II here: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
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Canon introduces PowerShot E1 - 10.0 Megapixel digital camera for kids with unique styling, Face Detection and a user-friendly Easy Mode.
The digital camera will ship in mid-September for about $199.
More information and photos about E1 here: Canon PowerShot E1
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Canon introduces three new Powershots - A1000 IS, A2000 IS and SX110 IS.
They are with DIGIC III processor, Face Detection Technology and Optical Image Stabilization (IS). Powered by AA batteries.
More information and photos about A1000 IS here: Canon PowerShot A1000 IS
More information and photos about A2000 IS here: Canon PowerShot A2000 IS
More information and photos about SX110 IS here: Canon PowerShot SX110 IS
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Latest rumors about 5D Mark II Specs:
- 21.1 MP 1.0x
- DIGIC IV
- ISO 100-6400 L:50 & H:12800
- 5 FPS
- 3.2″ High Resolution Screen (LCD)
- 19 point AF
- HDMI Out
- Liveview
- HD Movie Mode
- Viewfinder: 100% Coverage
- Full weather sealing
- EF Lenses only
Source: Canon Rumors
Tags: 5D, Canon, Specifications

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