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New entry-level EOS 1500D opens users up to a world of superb imaging quality, EOS lens
CANON’S latest EOS 1500D, the newest additions to its extensive line of entry-level EOS DSLR cameras, boasts the premier EOS DSLR system and enhanced with user intuitive interfaces, ideal for beginners looking to advance from smartphone photography.
The EOS 1500D is powered by the DIGIC 4+ image processor and equipped with the 24.1 megapixels APS-C sized CMOS sensors, ensuring sharp and crisp images even under low light conditions.
The APS-C size CMOS sensor on the EOS 1500D is about 19 times larger than the 1/3.2 inch standard- type sensor typically found in a smartphone.
Eve nina low light environment, it is able to produce high definition images with the most intricate of details intact.
The EOS 1500D is equipped with an Optical Viewfinder which helps users to quickly focus and frame their subjects without experiencing any delay in image processing. As real time viewing is possible, the Optical Viewfinder is the perfect tool for capturing clear images of fast-moving subjects.
Recognising the increase in popularity of videos, a Full HD movie shooting function is built into the EOS 1500D, allowing users to capture vivid and beautiful footage.
To improve operability, the camera’s Scene Intelligent Auto mode automatically analyses scenes and refines images to produce beautiful, rich pictures.
With just a click on the shutter button, even movement and image contrast can be reflected accurately.
To simplify the understanding of product functions, it is equipped with a Feature Guide for beginners to ease into the world of DSLR Photography.
The EOS 1500D also boasts of the Creative Zone mode which allows users to create artistic photos by optimising the shooting settings to match their shooting intentions as closely as possible.
It is also equipped with Wi-Fi for easy connection via smartphones to the Canon Camera Connect app. Through the app, users can easily share images and videos onto social media platforms. In addition, the EOS 1500D is also equipped with Near-Field Communication (NFC) connectivity.
With the Canon Camera Connect app (available in both iOS and Android), the remote shooting function is available for users to control and adjust camera settings such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed directly from their smartphones. Not only is this function useful for selfies and group shots, but is also perfect for experimenting with creative angles.