Canon EOS-1Ds advantage starts at the imaging sensor, Unprecedented file sizes, processed

11.1million pixels. A full-frame CMOS sensor. This is what professionals have been asking for.

The numbers are staggering:

11.1million pixels. 3 fps for up to 10 consecutive frames in a burst. It’s digital like you’ve

never seen before.

The EOS-1Ds advantage starts at the imaging sensor.

EOS-1Ds’s electronic circuits ensure that electricity flows only to active components, in the absolute minimum required amounts. Thanks to the EOS- 1Ds’s efficiency, the NP-E3 battery pack lasts up to 600 exposures (at normal temperatures) on a single charge.

Exclusive new technology meets the challenge of processing large files.

Today’s digital pros demand speed and respon-

Versatile color control at the

user’s fingertips.

10 white balance (WB) modes and WB bracketing allow versatile response to different lighting conditions.

The goal: accurate overall color balance in each

and every image you shoot. The method: an incredible array of white balance (WB) options,

All the strength, responsiveness, and versatility you expect from Canon’s best.

3 fps continuous shooting for up to

10 shots, even at the highest quality setting.

Fast data reading by the CMOS sensor and rapid imaging processing by the high-performance

Six metering options, for total expo- sure control in almost any situation.

In addition to 21-zone Evaluative Metering, Canon’s metering system allows your choice of Center-weighted Metering, Central Partial Metering, Central Spot Metering, Focusing Point- linked Spot Metering or Canon’s unique Multi- Spot Metering – the EOS-1Ds can automatically average up to eight separate spot meter readings.

opment” of RAW images, viewing of images,

and customization of camera settings right in the camera. It thus dramatically simplifies operation and accelerates image processing. The utility comes bundled with software that supports the latest operating systems* and handles various tasks, including image viewing and management, remote control of the camera, layout printing and image editing.

* Mac OS X compatibility planned for first quarter of 2003.

And what a tremendous breakthrough it is. A full-frame CMOS sensor – manufactured by Canon – with an imaging area of 24 x 36mm, the same dimensions used by full-frame 35mm SLRs. It has 11.1 million effective pixels with a maxi- mum resolution of 4,064 x 2,704 pixels. This is almost double the resolution currently considered state-of-the-art by most professionals.

siveness along with high quality, and Canon has developed new 2-channel reading to ensure that the EOS-1Ds delivers both. It doubles the reading speed of previous systems, and turns the dream of combining incredible 11.1 million pixel resolu- tion with 3 fps shooting speeds into a reality.

More exclusive technology: Canon’s imaging engine.

Unprecedented file sizes, processed

including a Canon exclusive – manual adjust- ment of color temperature in 100K increments from 2,800K~10,000K – and even a white balance bracketing function. The EOS-1Ds places color control where it should be: in the hands of the photographer.

Adjust default imaging settings in the camera, using Parameters.

The EOS-1Ds user has flexibility beyond the expected. Shooting in high or low contrast conditions? Add a parameter set with an adjusted

imaging engine together achieve a continuous shooting speed of 3 fps, even at the highest quality setting.

Simultaneous RAW and JPEG image recording for ultimate quality and convenience.

The RAW image format is ideal for printing and processing, while the JPEG format is convenient for quickly checking images and transferring data. With the EOS-1Ds you can record every shot

High-speed response enhances ease of use.

With its shutter release time lag of 55ms and viewfinder blackout time of only 87ms, the EOS-1Ds’s operation feels identical to that of the world’s fastest 35mm AF SLR, the EOS-1v.

Highly durable, with excellent dust and moisture resistance, the EOS-1Ds is built to take on the world’s harshest conditions.

CMOS sensor (Actual size)

Your wide-angle lenses act like wide-angle lenses.

Finally, every EF lens will work the same on a digital SLR as it does on your 35mm film cameras, with the same coverage. It’s one less thing for the pro to think about on location, and it’s one more thing to ease the transition from film into digital. Even for wide-angle shooters.

The proven performance of Canon’s own CMOS technology evolves to the next level.

The EOS D30 and D60 showed the world how Canon-developed CMOS imaging sensors com- bine superb color, dynamic range, and low noise. Now, the EOS-1Ds almost doubles the D60’s resolution for a quantum leap in digital image quality. With the same Canon CMOS benefits.

Battery life has been improved by reducing power consumption.

Battery longevity is an important consideration, particularly when shooting outdoors. Fortunately, CMOS sensors consume less power than CCD sensors of the same resolution. Moreover, the

with unprecedented quality at unprecedented speed.

The EOS-1Ds’s imaging engine is one of the keys to its exceptional image quality. This advanced “chip” processes and assembles image data cap- tured by the sensor to achieve the same color accuracy and wide tonal range as regular film- based cameras. And even with almost twice the pixel resolution of previous pro cameras, the imaging engine still supports a 10-frame buffer memory at framing rates up to 3 fps!

Imaging engine

Extensive noise reduction measures ensure images of consistent high quality.

The EOS-1Ds reduces noise through various refinements. Dark current countermeasures and noise reduction processing in the imaging engine, for example, contribute to an extremely high S/N ratio, and an extremely low level of noise in the EOS-1Ds’s images.

Tone Curve*, and call it up on the menu whenever you want. Similar changes can be made to the amount of JPEG compression, and two types of in-camera sharpening.

*Tone curve settings must be customized and uploaded into the EOS-1Ds via computer.

Color Matrix: your choice of color saturation and color space.

Canon’s unique Color Matrix function lets you select any of five different color characteristics. The Color Matrix 4 setting, for example, is optimized for Adobe RGB 1998 and provides a broad color spectrum with low saturation.

Only digital cameras give you this kind of freedom with ISO speeds.

Any ISO speed in the normal 100 to 1250 ISO range can be selected in 1/3-stop increments. When specialized needs arise, a Custom Function allows you to choose an ISO setting of 50. ISO speed bracketing is also possible (±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments), enabling exposure to be varied while keeping the same shutter speed and aperture settings.

A large, 2-inch TFT LCD monitor – now with the option to magnify images.

The high-definition LCD monitor on the back of the EOS-1Ds can display vital information such as shooting and image data, a histogram and highlighted alerts. An enlargement mode avail- able via Personal Function allows you to check the focus more closely by selecting and enlarging one of 25 sections of the image.

in both of these formats simultaneously, at full speed, for maximum productivity.

High-speed IEEE1394 interface and large-capacity FAT32 format.

The right combination for ultra high- quality image data.

The EOS-1Ds comes equipped with an IEEE1394 (“FireWire®”) interface, allowing speedy plug- and-play data communication with computers. For studio photography, new 4.5m IEEE1394 cables are available. The camera automatically formats the CF card for either FAT16 or FAT32 according to the maximum storage capacity. FAT32 is selected for capacities higher than 2GB.

Capture the exact moment with a top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec.

The same durable, high-speed, high-precision mechanical shutter that professionals have come to trust in the EOS-1v is employed in the EOS- 1Ds. Shutter speed can be selected between 1/8000 and 30 seconds in 1/3-stop increments, with X-sync up to 1/250 sec.

45-point Area AF for framing freedom and reliable AF performance.

The Area AF system offers 45-point Automatic, 45-point Manual, 11-point Manual, and 9-point Manual settings. Points are spread over an 8 x 15mm AF ellipse that covers a large part of the image.

Lightweight yet durable, with a chassis and external covers made of magnesium alloy, the EOS-1Ds is thoroughly sealed and protected from water and dust infiltration. Its rugged design meets professional demands for even the most hostile environments.

Sophisticated applications answer professional needs.

New File Viewer Utility for more convenient handling of RAW images.

This new stand-alone application enables “devel-

The EOS-1Ds is fully compatible with all Canon EF lenses, from ultra-wide-angle to super-telephoto. Canon’s professional L-series lenses have received worldwide acclaim from professionals.

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The world’s first digital SLR that can prove its images are unaltered, original files.

An optional accessory Data Verification Kit DVK- E1 consisting of a dedicated IC card and card reader, together with special Windows 2000/XP software is available to verify that EOS-1Ds image files are absolutely unaltered. This may well be a landmark for digital imaging in law enforcement and many other documentary uses.

All photos in this leaflet, including the cover photo, were taken by the EOS-1Ds.