Canon EOS 1000D 18-55mm IS Lens Kit

The Canon EOS 1000D Single 18-55mm IS Lens Kit includes the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS.With the lightest body of any digital EOS camera, the EOS 1000D incorporates a range of technologies used in Canons professional EOS-1 series cameras

The Canon 1000D now includes the DIGIC III image processor, and Live View mode. For straight-from-the-box shooting, the EOS 1000D is kitted with a Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS lens which includes 4-stop image stabilisation, ensuring superb performance even in low-light conditions.

Live view

For shooting situations where using the viewfinder is impractical or where a tripod is used users can switch to Live View mode, which displays the scene as a smooth, 30fps video feed on the LCD. An optional grid line and histogram display can be selected to help with shot composition and exposure. Two AF modes are available for use with Live View: Quick AF, which momentarily flips the cameras mirror to engage the AF sensor, and Live AF, which uses contrast information for compact camera-style focusing.

Canon EOS 1000D Features:

10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
EOS Integrated Cleaning System
7-point wide-area AF system with f/5.6 cross-type centre point
Up to 3 frames per second
2.5 LCD with Live View shooting
DIGIC III image processor
Compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards
Compact and lightweight body
Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software
Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites
Designed to deliver more

The EOS 1000D also features a DIGIC III image processor, as used in Canons professional D-SLR models. This allows continuous shooting until the SD or SDHC memory card is full, at speeds of up to 3fps with the number of shots limited only by the size of the card. DIGIC III also delivers superior image rendering, rapid operation and virtually instant start-up times.
Intelligent focus and flash

For shots where fast focusing is needed, the EOS 1000D features a 7-point wide area Auto Focus system, capable of locking onto a subject in a fraction of a second. A cross-type central focus point continues to operate effectively even when used in lower-light and lower-contrast settings. Also included is E-TTL II, Canons distance-linked flash exposure system found in professional EOS models.

Effortless ease

Weighing just 450g, the Canon EOS 1000D is Canons lightest D-SLR to date, with a compact, ergonomic body designed for comfortable handling. A bright 2.5 LCD screen lets users instantly review images for composition, sharpness and focus or, thanks to a wide viewing angle, instantly share shots with friends. The LCD also provides access to a fast, easy-to-read menu system, which uses tabs to avoid unnecessary scrolling. Inherited from the latest EOS models, the menu system includes direct control over external devices such as Speedlite flash units.

Photo quality in every situation is aided by 12 custom functions, including Auto Lighting Optimizer - which 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.

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