Canon
450D
The EOS 450D
employs features already proven in Canon’s professional EOS-1 series
cameras, including the DIGIC III image processor and a redesigned menu
system that enables features such as direct control of Speedlite flash
units from the camera LCD.
A choice of 13 custom functions allows the photographer to customize
the camera to their shooting style.
The EOS 450D bears the fruits of more than 20 years of ongoing
investment into EOS, said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging
and Europe. “This camera continues Canon’s policy of taking
technologies proven in the professional arena and putting them within
reach of a wider market of amateur photographers. “ EOS 450D is
designed to make photography a fluid experience for photographers of
all levels and experience. Housed in a compact body that weighs less
than 475 grams, the camera features an improved grip design that
provides a natural, ergonomic fit with the user’s hands. A large,
bright viewfinder makes image composition clearer and more comfortable.
The menu system inherited from professional EOS cameras uses a
simplified tab structure that does away with scrolling. It includes a
user-defined My Menu tab for instant access to frequently used
settings.
Several custom functions are available to optimize the quality of
photos captured in a range of situations. Highlight Tone Priority
boosts the dynamic range at the highlight end, providing better tonal
detail from wedding dresses, cloudy skies and other bright objects. The
new Auto Lighting Optimizer corrects brightness and contrast during
image processing, while improving skin tones in portraits by ensuring
correct exposure for faces. Photographers can also enable additional
noise reduction for shots captured at high ISO speeds.
The EOS 450D complements its headline features with a host of smaller
improvements that enhance the photographic experience. The viewfinder
now displays all key exposure information including ISO speed. The
addition of spot metering (4% of viewfinder) allows for greater control
over exposure in tricky lighting conditions. Picture-Bridge
functionality has been expanded so that photographers can correct
horizons and add picture effects before printing. A new high capacity
battery extends shooting time on a single charge to a maximum of 500
shots.
