Photography News Issue 42

Photography News | Issue 42 | absolutephoto.com

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Celebrate 30 years of EOS Check out Canon’s latest releases, chat with experts and get hands-on at The Photography Show

If you’re heading to this year’s The Photography Show visit the Canon stand on D141/E131, where Canon will be displaying more products than ever before! To celebrate #EOS30years you’ll be able to get hands-on with the iconic EOS 650, the EOS-1 series, the EOS 5DMark IV and more. Canon’s Live Stage will play host to a range of renowned speakers which include Canon ambassador Jeff Ascough, as well as Canon explorers Clive Booth and Andy Rouse. What’s more, the Canon Education Stage will deliver a series of technical and business focused sessions that you won’t want to miss.

You’ll also get to hear fromSWPP awardwinner Sanjay Jogia and Instagramphotographer Levanterman. The Canon teamwill of course be on hand to answer any of your questions and help you find the best camera for your photography. Recently, Canon announced the introduction of three new cameras to its EOS range, plus a new lens. Discover the EOS 77D and EOS 800D DSLRs, the EOS M6 mirrorless camera and the EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens.

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Price £779.99 (body only) Sensor size/type 22.3mmx14.9mm CMOS Resolution 24.2 megapixels ISO sensitivity 100-25,600 Shutter speed range 30-1/4000 sec Dimensions (wxhxd) 131x99.9x76.2mm Weight 540g

Price £829.99 (body only) Sensor size/type 22.3mmx14.9mm CMOS Resolution 24.2 megapixels ISO sensitivity 100-25,600 Shutter speed range 30-1/4000 sec Dimensions (wxhxd) 131x99.9x76.2mm Weight 532g

EOS 77D If you’re anadvancedphotographer looking for a lightweight DSLR the Canon EOS 77D weighs just 532g, yet boasts a 24.2-megapixel sensor. It also features Canon’s DIGIC 7 processor which allows you to capture images full of rich details. It features dual control wheels, allowing you to adjust settings such as shutter speed and aperture without having to access the camera’s menu. It also has a vari-angle LCD touchscreen to help you compose and shoot images with ease. The EOS 77D offers six frames-per-second shooting and a total of 45 autofocus points so you can easily focus and fire off a burst of shots. Even when using Live View the camera can focus in as little as 0.3 seconds. With built-in Wi-Fi and NFC you can transfer images to your smart device and control your camera remotely. You can purchase the Remote Controller BR-E1 (available separately) for £39.99, which allows you to operate the camera remotely via Bluetooth.

EOS 800D Similar to the EOS 77D, the EOS 800D also offers 24.2-megapixel quality images and has the same DIGIC 7 processor. Aimed at beginners, the 800D has a guided interface to help you discover how your camera works. You can learn about settings and how they work as you take photos. It also offers Full HD video recording and a bright vari-angle LCD screen, giving you the option to compose your images using the viewfinder or the LCD screen. With the ability to rotate and flip out the screen you’ll be able to get creative and shoot at different angles to bring new perspectives to your photography. You can tap the screen to focus on your subject and take a shot without pressing the shutter. Again, like the EOS 77D the EOS 800D offers six frames-per-second shooting and 45 autofocus points to help you capture fleeting moments and speedy subjects.

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Price £219.99 Construction 12 elements in 10 groups Filter size 58mm Diaphragm 7 blades Maximum aperture f/4 Minimum aperture f/22 Dimensions (wxhxd) 66.5x61.8mm Weight 215g Specs

Price £729.99 (body only) Sensor size/type 22.3x14.9mm CMOS Resolution 24.2 megapixels ISO sensitivity 100-25,600 Shutter speed range 30-1/4000 sec Dimensions (wxhxd) 112x68x44.5mm Weight 390g

EOSM6 If it’s DSLR quality you want, but something a little lighter then the Canon EOS M6 is perfect. The latest mirrorless camera to join the EOS M range packs DSLR features into a compact body. With Dual Pixel CMOS AF the M6 has a super-fast autofocus and can track subjects automatically as theymove. Combinedwith its continuous shooting speed of seven frames-per-second, this camera may be small, but it sure is powerful with a 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor. You can also record Full HD video and keep footage sharp and in focus thanks to an in-camera 5-axis Image Stabilizer. The EOS M6 is available in black and silver, body only and as two kit options with the EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM or EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens.

EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens This versatile lens is great for a variety of subjects and offers excellent image quality. It features a 4-stop Image Stabilizer to help eliminate camera shake in your shots, whether you’re shooting in low-light or at the lenses maximum focal length of 55mm. Thanks to its seven-blade circular aperture you’ll be able to create beautiful background blur and make your subject really stand out. The EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM also has a Servo AF with near-silent STM, so if you’re also an aspiring filmmaker youwon’t notice the sound of the lens focusing in your videos.

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