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Canon, a leader in digital imaging, is proud to introduce a completely revolutionized EOS-1D series camera, the Canon EOS-1D X Digital SLR camera.* As the new leader in Canon’s arsenal of professional DSLRs, the EOS-1D X will be a high-speed multimedia juggernaut replacing both the EOS-1Ds Mark III and EOS-1D Mark IV models in Canon’s lineup. Enhancing the revolutionary image quality of the EOS-1Ds and speed capabilities of the EOS-1D series, the EOS-1D X DSLR features an 18-megapixel full-frame Canon CMOS sensor, Dual DIGIC 5+ Imaging Processors, 14-bit A/D data conversion and capable of shooting an incredible 12 frames-per-second (fps).  Canon’s EOS DSLR cameras and accessories have a long-standing legacy of providing high-quality results to professionals in a wide range of markets, including sports, nature, cinematography, wedding and commercial studios.

The EOS-1D X announcement comes on the heels of Canon’s recent manufacturing milestone with the production of the Company’s 50-millionth EOS-series SLR camera in September of 2011.

“The EOS-1D X represents the re-invention of the EOS-1Ds and EOS-1D series, combining new proprietary Canon technologies with the culmination of customer feedback and requests from the field. In conjunction with the newly developed high-performance 18-megapixel full-frame Canon CMOS image sensor, the Dual DIGIC 5+ processors provide high-speed continuous shooting, lower noise, and a significant increase in data processing speed than previous EOS-1D models. This new level of data processing speed allows the EOS-1D X to perform many functions including chromatic aberration correction for various Canon EF lenses in-camera instead of through post-production software. The DIGIC 4 processor utilizes a new 100,000-pixel RGB Metering Sensor for enhanced exposure accuracy with color and face detection, and works together with the camera’s new EOS iTR (Intelligent Tracking and Recognition) AF.

The EOS-1D X employs a completely new imaging sensor, producing the lowest noise of any EOS digital camera to date for stunning portraiture and studio work.  The new sensor has improved on the already very high signal-to-noise ratio of sensor output of earlier EOS models for outstanding image quality, even in extremely low light.  When combined with the Dual DIGIC 5+ imaging processors the results are stunning.  The images produced with the EOS-1D X camera’s new sensor are so clean that files can easily be up-sized if necessary for even the most demanding high-resolution commercial applications.

New 61-Point High Density Reticular AF
The EOS-1D X includes a brand new 61-Point High Density Reticular AF, the most sophisticated DSLR AF system Canon has ever released.  The center five points are also high-precision diagonal cross-type points for maximum apertures as small as f/2.8.  All 61 points are sensitive to horizontal contrast with maximum apertures as small as f/5.6 and 20 of the outer focusing points function as cross-type points with maximum apertures as small as f/4.0. Other innovations of the new 61-point High Density Reticular AF include expanded AF coverage area, superior focusing precision and low light sensitivity, and greater low-contrast subject detection capability compared to earlier EOS AF systems.

All AF functions now have their own menu tab for quick and easy access (formerly AF custom functions in previous EOS models).

EOS iTR AF: Intelligent Tracking and Recognition Enhances AF Performance
The Canon EOS-1D X features incredible new EOS iTR (Intelligent Tracking and Recognition) AF options ideal for wedding and event photography as well as sports and photojournalism.

Exposure Control
For the first time in a Canon DSLR camera, a DIGIC processor is used exclusively with the metering sensor for fast, accurate exposure control. The Canon DIGIC 4 processor takes advantage of the EOS-1D X’s 100,000-pixel RGB Metering Sensor and utilizes 252 zones for general metering or 35 zones for low-light metering to help ensure accurate evaluative ambient or flash exposure.

Multiple Exposure Modes
The EOS-1D X is the first EOS Digital SLR to feature Multiple Exposure capability. The EOS-1D X’s Multiple Exposure mode even allows photographers to specify a previously captured RAW image as the starting point for a new Multiple Exposure composite image.

Super High Speed Mode
The Canon EOS-1D X camera breaks new ground in the world of digital SLRs, offering a Super High Speed Mode which increases shooting speeds up to 14 fps at full 18-megapixel resolution in JPEG mode[i]. The new camera is also capable of shooting RAW, JPEG, or RAW+JPEG at speeds up to 12 fps in One Shot AF or AI Servo AF for enhanced performance in sports photography and other applications requiring high-speed digital capture. Enhanced EOS HD Video – New Compressions, Longer Recording
Centered around an all-new full-frame CMOS sensor with larger pixels than those found on the EOS 5D Mark II image sensor, the EOS-1D X utilizes new HD video formats to simplify and speed up post-production work.

Canon’s all new full-frame CMOS sensor ensures that video footage captured on the EOS-1D X will exhibit less moiré than any previous Canon model, resulting in a significant improvement in HD video quality. The new camera features automatic splitting of movie files when a single file exceeds 4GB.

Enhanced Ergonomics & Optimized Design
Photographers familiar with Canon’s EOS 1D-series of cameras will notice the control configuration of the EOS-1D X takes a different approach to button placement.  The Quick Control Button and menu navigation controls will allow users to change camera settings using only their right hand, for fast, simple one-handed control using their thumb on the scroll wheel. On the front of the camera are four user assignable function buttons, two for vertical shooting and two for horizontal shooting, allowing customizable button control when shooting in either position.  The camera also features a level of weather resistance equivalent to earlier professional models such as the EOS-1D Mark IV.

Canon has answered the request of many professional EOS photographers and incorporated Dual Card Slots into the new EOS-1D X DSLR camera. This camera also features a new shutter design with even greater durability and precision. The EOS-1D X also features an electronic first curtain, new to the EOS-1D series DSLRs, for minimal in-camera vibration during image capture.

The EOS-1D X also features a direct image transfer function whereby images can be selected for transfer, and only sent once a LAN or USB connection is established.

Accessories
Designed exclusively for the EOS-1D X, the new Canon WFT-E6A Wireless File Transmitter* features wireless LAN support for 802.11n network transfer rates providing users with increased communication speed when compared to previous models.  With this new dust and weather resistant model, professionals can synchronize clocks on multiple cameras and use the unit to support linked shooting when utilizing multiple cameras.  The EOS-1D X also offers an optional Canon GP-E1 GPS Receiver*, which can be easily integrated into the camera’s body.  The receiver will also record camera direction when shooting, even when shooting vertically.

Pricing and Availability
The Canon EOS-1D X Digital SLR camera is scheduled for March 2012 availability and will be sold in a body-only configuration at an estimated retail price of $6,800.00.

If you own, or are looking to purchase, a digital camera and are looking to learn more about digital camera accessories than you have come to the right place.

Let’s begin by speaking about accessories that are usually considered an absolute necessity for digital camera owners. Regardless of what type of camera you own, every camera owner will have to own a battery charger. Battery charges are an absolute necessity for cameras because, without charged batteries, your camera cannot work! If you own a newer camera, chances are it came with its own battery and battery charger. If you own an older camera, it may take batteries.

If you own a digital camera you will also need to purchase a memory card. Although some cameras come with memory cards, many will have to be purchased separately from the camera. Memory cards are small, stamp size, electronics that store the digital information from your camera. Memory cards allow camera owners to store anywhere from 250-2000 photographs and to transfer these photographs from their camera to a computer via a connector cord or a memory card reader.

Not only are camera cases great for transferring your camera and holding camera accessories, but they are also necessary for your cameras protection. Camera cases give your camera the protection that it needs from all possible causes of damage, keeping your camera and your precious memories safe.

Additional, optional, camera accessories include digital photograph printers, tripods, flash attachments, and lens filters. Digital photograph printers allow individuals to transfer and print their photographs directly from their camera to their printer. Tripods offer a secure place to set your camera when taking timed or motion photographs.

If you own, or are looking to purchase, a digital camera you will need to purchase a battery charger and a memory card. You should also seriously consider purchasing a camera storage case to protect your camera from damage.

Why would you want a Tablet PC? I already had a laptop, why would a Tablet computer be anymore use? Would I be able to “retire” my laptop, and just use a tablet and desktop? People buy a tablet computers for many different reasons they more portable that a laptop, they are lighter, the battery lasts longer, they’re easier to carry and boot up a lot faster. With a tablet PC a the click on a switch it’s available, just like a mobile, in fact you can look at a tablet PC as being like a mobile, but with a bigger screen – oh but with an inability to make phone calls of course.

Most of them have a faster processor, better graphics capability. This means they are capable of running laptop type applications. Spreadsheets, word processors, any amount of productivity apps and of course games. When it comes to choosing the right tablet PC for you, the best place to start is a budget. See our article on cheap tablet PCs for some further advice. Maybe the budget tablets are ideal for kids to use as well.

For those with a higher budget, there’s obviously more choice. If you have a limitless budget (lucky you) maybe you should start with what you’ll need the tablet PC for. What apps are you likely to run?

Before you Android lovers start sending me hate mail, there are downsides to the iPad; the reliance on iTunes, not USB, or SD memory slot, no flash – BUT, if you just want a tablet PC and have the money lying about, buy the ipad, you won’t be disappointed.

Tablet PC Storage

Storage means something slightly different to disk space on a PC. You shouldn’t compare storage on tablet PC with disk space of a PC. A PC needs oodles of disk space. How much storage does a tablet PC need? Space management on a tablet computer has to be managed correctly, like on a mobile phone. if you install an app you don’t need or use, remove it. With a tablet computer that has an SD slot, you can add extra storage if you need to.

Storage is different to memory and sometimes the terms get inter-twinned.

Tablet PC Processor

Memory can be used to make apps run quicker on a tablet PC, but the thing most people look at is the speed of the processor, and whether it’s dual core etc. Processor speeds on a tablet PC don’t tend to vary as much as on a desktop. Nvidia Tegra 2 is a popular processor on Android tablets, RIM, HP and Apple use a process specific to their own products.

Tablet PC Screen Size

Another piece of hardware that can’t be upgraded on a tablet PC is the screen, don’t be too alarmed through there isn’t a great deal of choice in size. 10.1 inch, 9.7 inch and about 7 inch. Just a quick note here on Android tablet PCs – if you have a 10.1 inch screen make sure it’s running at least Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) as this has been optimised for the larger tablet screen, otherwise the OS actually thinks it’s running on a mobile phone. This is more likely to be the case on budget tablet PCs.

In this day and age, video digital cameras are on the cutting edge of technology. They are constantly being redefined as powerful digital tools, not just for capturing videos but are also used in tandem with a plethora of digital devices.

Today , the major aspect that differentiates analogue video from the video digital camera is the quality of picture. In an analogue camera, the video is transmitted as complete frames and the signal is processed into video and audio. Unfortunately at the interpretation stage, there is a progressive loss of data .Even though this loss is quite small, the loss of quality in the pictures are evident, especially when compared to the digital cameras. The advantage that digital video has is that it stays in the digital mode even when converted. In camcorders, the digital video is the ideal format which makes it compatible to work with videos on the personal computer or the web.

The kind of picture and sound quality made available through the video digital camera with this digital technology has made even the common man, a potential movie maker. Anyone equipped with a video digital camera and a little vision can make movies worthy of a theatrical experience.

The digitalization of the video camera has brought not only razor sharp picture quality, but the freshness of the moment captured without hassles in Technicolor by anyone who can lay their hands on a video digital camera.

Digital cameras vary in their make. When it comes to toughness and durability, digital camera manufacturers have introduced different models in recent years. These units can resist water, dust, falls and bumps.

With digital cameras, your two main choices are between the point and shoot and the DSLR. Those looking for a digital camera that costs from $300 to $700, there are many you can choose from. The Canon PowerShot D10 is priced at only $300 and among users, most have given this camera a thumbs up. Most who have used this say the quality of the photos taken from this unit is unmatched, adding that the camera can capture images very well whether in bright light or in low light.

This DSLR unit has gained positive reviews such as the fact that it is able to capture great outdoor scenes including amazing landscapes, beautiful sunsets and sunrises as well as action scenes.

Panasonic Lumix has two affordable cameras – the DMC-TS1 that costs around $378 and the DMC-FZ38EB-K that’s available at $441. The FZ38EB is packed with great features such as image stabilization, autofocus, digital zoom, and is capable of taking crystal clear photos.

If your budget can afford a camera that ranges from $500-$650, you can get the Canon Powershot G11 and Canon EOS Digital Rebel XS. The EOS Digital Rebel, on one hand, is easy to operate and has a bright LCD. It has the capability of taking great photos shot outdoors including sunsets and sunrises although it also works well when taking photos indoors.