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Canon enters mirrorless space with 18 megapixel EOS M

Canon enters mirrorless space with 18-megapixel EOS M

By NDTV Correspondent | Updated: 23 July 2012 18:25 IST

Canon has joined the likes of Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Fujifilm, and bitter-rival Nikon, by finally unveiling its first mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera.

The EOS M brings to fruition the rumours of Canon entering the MILC space - cameras that aim to bring DSLR-like interchangeable lens and image quality in a smaller body.

The Canon EOS M features a 18-megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS image sensor. Canon has also introduced two new lenses designed specifically for the new camera format - the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM kit lens and the optional EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens.

The camera also comes with the ability to use the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses through the optional Mount Adapter EF-EOS M. It is also compatible with all Canon Speedlite accessories.

The Canon EOS M bundled with the new EF-M 22mm f/2 STM kit lens will be available in October for an estimated retail price of $799.99. A white version of the EOS M Digital Camera bundled with the new EF-M 22mm f/2 STM kit lens will be exclusively available through the Canon Online store.

The new EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, Mount Adapter EF-EOS M and Speedlite 90EX will all be available in October at an estimated retail price of $299.99, $199.99 and $149.99 respectively.

No word yet on India pricing and availability of the Canon EOS M yet.

It's noteworthy, that Nikon had launched its mirrorless cameras, the Nikon V1 and Nikon J1 in March. (See: Nikon J1 and V1 - Review)

Canon EOS M Summary

18.0-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor.
ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12800 in H mode) for video recording, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to 25600 in H mode) for still image shooting from bright to dim light and high performance.
Powerful DIGIC 5 Image Processor for exceptional image quality video and photos.
Hybrid CMOS AF delivers fast autofocus speed for video and photos.
Touch Screen 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation allowing photographers to use familiar gestures such as "pinch-to-zoom" and "swiping" to scroll between pictures and Touch AF for an easy and intuitive video capture experience.
Scene Intelligent Auto mode delivers expertly optimised photos and scene detection for amazing results even when shooting at night.
Advanced imaging features like Handheld Night Scene mode, HDR Backlight Control mode, and seven Creative Filters provide added versatility.
Multi-shot Noise Reduction helps preserve precious detail in photos at high ISO speeds
Compatible with SD/ SDHC/ SDXC memory cards, including new Ultra High Speed (UHS-I) cards.
Compatible with all Canon Speedlite accessories including the new Speedlite 600EX and Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT.
Compatible with Canon's GPS Receiver GP-E2.

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