Verge Review
"The best camera is the one you have with you." You've probably heard the quote: it's often used these days to explain why smartphones are threatening to push traditional point-and-shoot cameras into early retirement. Pocketcams aren't the only category under siege, though. Lightweight mirrorless cameras like Sony's NEX series are threatening to replace the traditional SLR, and that's keeping manufacturers on their toes. Pros might want a purpose-built tool like a full-frame DSLR with loads...
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Basic Specs
| Camera type |
DSLR |
| Sensor size |
APS-C |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
| Effective pixels |
18 megapixels |
| Articulating / hinged screen |
Yes |
| RAW support |
RAW, RAW + JPEG |
| Supported media |
SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Tech Specs
Also Known As...
Pricing (base kit)
| SKU description |
Kit version with Canon's EF-S 18mm-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens, Movie Kit bundle with the new EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS S lens |
Pricing (body only)
Hardware
| Camera type |
DSLR |
| Width |
5.2 inches |
| Height |
3.9 inches |
| Depth |
3.1 inches |
| Weight |
1.14 pounds |
| Color |
Black |
Sensor
| Sensor size |
APS-C |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
| Effective pixels |
18 megapixels |
Controls
| Minimum ISO |
100 |
| Maximum ISO |
25600 |
| Fastest shutter speed (1/n seconds) |
4000 |
| Slowest shutter speed (n seconds) |
30 seconds |
| Focus points |
9 |
| Max. continuous shooting speed |
5 FPS |
Display
| Size |
3 inches |
| Resolution |
1040000 dots |
| Touch technology |
Capacitive |
| Articulating / hinged screen |
Yes |
| Built-in viewfinder |
Yes |
Video
| Video capture |
Yes |
| Max. resolution |
1080p |
| Standard framerate(s) |
24, 25, 30, 50, 60 |
| Continuous AF |
Yes |
| NTSC / PAL recording |
NTSC, PAL |
Software
| Supported video formats |
MPEG-4, H.264 |
| RAW support |
RAW, RAW + JPEG |
Lens
| Interchangeable |
Yes |
| Supported mounts |
Canon EF, Canon EF-S |
| Focal length (wide) |
18 mm |
| Focal length (telephoto) |
55 mm |
| Widest aperture / f-stop |
3.5 |
| Image stabilization |
Yes |
Connectivity
Storage
| Supported media |
SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Audio
| Built-in speaker |
Yes |
| Built-in microphone |
Yes |
Ports
| Connection(s) |
Accessory shoe, USB, HDMI mini |
Battery
| Model |
LP-E8 |
| Removable |
Yes |
Flash
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