Canon EOS 50D + Speedlite 580EX II

EOS 50D + Speedlite 580EX II

Manufacturer
Canon
SKU
2807B039
24-02-2009
The perfect combination of speed and quality, the EOS 50D’s 15.1 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor deliver superb high-ISO performance, shooting flexibility and image quality without compromise.

15.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
Canon’s APS-C sized CMOS sensor delivers ultra-detailed, low-noise images – ideal for large-scale reproduction and creative cropping. Redesigned pixels with gapless micro lenses extend light gathering capability for exceptional performance throughout the ISO range.

6.3 fps continuous shooting
Perfect for sports, wildlife and action sequences, the EOS 50D captures 6.3 frames per second for continuous bursts of up to 90 JPEGs with a UDMA card.

DIGIC 4
DIGIC 4 is the EOS 50D’s powerful processing engine, working with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. Fast enough to power 6.3 fps continuous shooting, DIGIC 4 is also responsible for the EOS 50D’s near-instant startup time and quick image review following shooting.

ISO range
For fast shutter speed shooting in low light, the EOS 50D features base ISO speeds to 3200, expandable to an ultra-sensitive 12800.

Clear View LCD
The 3.0” 920,000 dot VGA LCD screen offers exceptional clarity, perfect for checking the focus and composition of your images. The large viewing angle coupled with Live View mode makes photography at awkward angles a breeze.

Live View mode
Live View mode allows users to accurately frame images when using the viewfinder is impractical. The dedicated Live View button displays real-time images on the LCD, offering three types of auto focus: Quick AF, Live AF, and new Face Detection Live AF, which focuses based on faces detected in the frame.

Wide-area AF with 9 cross type points
The high-precision AF system employs 9 cross type points for precise focusing on both horizontal and vertical planes. The central AF point offers sensitivity up to f/2.8. Points are spread out across the AF frame to better accommodate off-centre subjects.

Magnesium alloy body
Built for demanding daily use, the EOS 50D’s lightweight, durable magnesium alloy body incorporates environmental protection for performance you can rely on.

EOS Integrated Cleaning System
Canon’s EICS combines special component materials to reduce dust generation, a fluorine coating on the low-pass filter to repel dust, and a Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit to shake dust free at power up/power down.

Accessories
The EOS 50D is compatible with over 60 EF and EF-S lenses and all EX Series Speedlite flash units.

EF 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

Real freedom of framing in a lightweight, compact and fast-focusing lens. The EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is an excellent all-purpose lens for EF-S mount EOS cameras.

One lens. Many opportunities.
The EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM provides an effective focal length range of approximately 27-136mm in 35mm format. This provides plenty of framing options, making it the perfect all-purpose lens that allows you to express your creativity in a vast range of shooting situations.

Light and fast
The small size and low weight of the EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM make it ideal for fast moving photography and travel, where it is not practical to carry around a heavy bag of kit. Its ring-type USM works in concert with EF-S mount EOS cameras to provide super-fast, precision auto focusing and predictive tracking - with full manual override available at any time.

Go steady
Image Stabilizer technology compensates for a full three stops, giving the lens an effective maximum aperture of f1.4-2.0; excellent for hand-held and low light photography.

Designed for digital
Designed specifically for digital photography, the lens has specially shaped lens elements and Super Spectra coatings to suppress ghosting and flare, which can be caused by reflections off digital camera sensors. An exclusive optional lens hood can further reduce the incidence of flare.

Background blur
A circular aperture provides a pleasing background blur when shooting with a wide aperture; ideal for creating a sense of depth and getting your subject or model to stand out from the background.

Technical details

Interface 
USB 2.0, Video out (PAL/ NTSC)
Colour of product 
Nero
Weight 
730g
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam
Si
Auto focusing (AF) modes 
selective auto focus
Bundled software 
ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser
Camera shutter speed 
30 - 1/8000s
Camera shutter type 
Elettronico
Compatible memory cards 
cf
Compatible operating systems 
Win 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP2/SP3) / Vista SP1<br />Mac OS X v10.3-10.5
Display 
LCD
Flash exposure lock
Si
Flash modes 
auto, Flash disattivato, Manuale, Riduzione effetto occhi rossi, second curtain synchro
Histogram
Si
Light metering 
A preferenza centrale, Macchia
Megapixel 
15,1 MP
PictBridge 
Si
Scene modes 
Da vicino (Macro), Paesaggio, Ritratto notturno, Ritratto, Sport
Sensor type 
CMOS
Video capability 
Viewfinder type 
electrical
White balance 
auto, Nuvoloso, Modalità personalizzate, Luce diurna, flash, Fluorescente, Ombra, Luce tungsteno
Metering
EV 0-20

Power

Power source type 
Batteria

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
920000 Pixels
Field of view
100%

Technical details

Display diagonal 
7,62 cm (3")

Camera

Camera type 
Kit fotocamere SLR
Photo effects 
Neutrale
Camera playback
Immagine singola, Presentazione
Playback zoom (max)
10x
Built-in processor
DIGIC 4

Focusing

Auto Focus (AF) lock
Si

Light exposure

Light exposure modes 
Priorità apertura, Manuale, Priorità otturatore

Flash

Built-in flash 
Si

Shutter

Fastest camera shutter speed 
1/8000s
Slowest camera shutter speed 
30s

System requirements

Mac compatibility 
Si

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 
0 - 40 °C

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Ioni di Litio

Picture quality

Supported aspect ratios 
3:2

Weight & dimensions

Width 
14,55 cm
Depth 
7,35 cm
Height 
10,78 cm

Other features

USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1
HDMI ports quantity 
1
Magnification 
0,95x
Digital SLR 
Si