Overview:
Canon's flagship EOS-1D Mark III is the most advanced EOS Digital SLR
ever produced. It has a new 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor (APS-H size)
with Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System and a 3.0-inch LCD monitor
with Canon's Live View technology. The 1D Mark III has a redesigned
100% viewfinder, a new 45-point AF system, and can shoot up to 10 fps
continuously with a maximum burst of 110 shots. Dual DIGIC III Image
Processors work in tandem to speed up every process while refining
image quality; a new, lighter body has improved weather sealing and
shutter durability. Every facet of the EOS experience has been enhanced
with the 1D Mark III. It's the new standard.
Features:
More Pixels, Cleaner
Entirely new 10.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS Sensor (APS-H size, 1.3x lens
conversion factor), featuring the EOS Integrated Cleaning System
The EOS-1D Mark III features an all-new Canon 10.1 megapixel APS-H size
CMOS sensor with an expanded sensitivity range of ISO 50–6400.* 14-bit
A/D conversion means fine gradation and a significant drop in digital
and shadow noise. With its generous 28.1 x 18.7mm image size, the
sensor captures every nuance of your scene from highlight to shadow.
Extensive noise reduction ensures an extremely high signal to noise
ratio. Framing is natural because the sensor's 3:2 aspect ratio is the
same as in 35mm cameras, and the sensor's large size realizes an
effective angle of view that's just 1.3 times the focal length
indicated on Canon EF lenses.
*Standard output sensitivity. Recommended exposure index.
Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit
To combat against stray dust that enters the camera and adheres to the
image sensor during a lens change, the 1D Mark III features
Canon-designed Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit. The IR-cut filter cleans
itself automatically with ultrasonic vibrations, removing dust from the
sensor assembly.
Dust Delete Data Detection
Dust that has been missed by the Integrated Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit
can also be erased with software included in Digital Photo Professional
(DPP) Version 3.0. The 1D Mark III’s imaging sensor is able to single
out the dust particles on its surface, then plots out their location
coordinates within the image. This data is transmitted along with the
image, whether JPEG or RAW, and can be either manually or automatically
erased in Canon’s DPP version 3.0. This added software option ensures
the cleanest possible image, perfect for printing or archiving.
The Speed to Capture Anything
World's fastest digital SLR: shooting up to 10 fps (frames per second),
with a burst rate up to 110 full-resolution JPEG images or 30 RAW images
With a maximum continuous shooting speed of approximately 10
frames-per-second, for up to 110 shots, the EOS-1D Mark III is the
world's fastest digital SLR. Bursts are first recorded to the camera’s
internal memory to ensure maximum speed and then transferred to memory
cards for storage. The number of shots remaining during a burst is
displayed on the right side of the viewfinder.
Photographers can expect an exceptional degree of performance and
reliability exceeding any film camera they've ever used. Speedy
shooting is achieved with an entirely new, lightning-fast 45-point AF
system, sophisticated tracking and predictive AF technology combined
with precise, instant metering, no matter the setting.
Perfect Focus in An Instant
All new high-precision AF system with 19 user-selectable AF points and
26 additional "assist points"; superior low-light performance and
faster operation
The EOS-1D Mark III raises the bar for AF performance. It uses an
extraordinary 45-point high-density area AF system that provides not
only the industry's largest continuous AF coverage area, but also the
greatest range of control over focusing point selection. The focusing
point can be selected automatically by the camera (based on high-speed
microcomputer analysis of image content), or users can manually select
any of 19 high precision, cross-type AF points which can be
complemented by 26 additional Assist Points for pin sharp accuracy,
instantaneously.
A processing unit devoted solely to focusing the 1D Mark III uses
advanced algorithms that ensure the fastest, most accurate AF
performance under the widest variety of conditions, with processing up
to 3 times faster and a full stop darker than on the EOS-1D Mark II N.
The One-Shot AF mode is ideal for more static subjects. The camera
rapidly selects the optimum focusing point and the subject is instantly
brought into focus even if it is off-centre. The AI Servo AF mode is
excellent for moving subjects. Aided by a highly "intelligent"
predictive focusing algorithm, it precisely tracks subject movement,
even at speeds of up to 10 fps. Even with erratic or rapid subject
movement, the photographer can shoot continuously, concentrating solely
on image composition.
New Custom Functions aid the photographer in choosing from default
focusing points, as well as changing the size of a manually-selected AF
point, making this not only the fastest, but also the most customizable
AF system on the planet.
Stronger, Lighter and More Powerful
New lighter body with enhanced weather resistance and outstanding
reliability: featuring a shutter that's durability-tested to 300,000
exposures
In response to requests from professional users, the new EOS-1D Mark
III is more rugged, yet lighter than its predecessor. Able to withstand
shooting in the roughest conditions, the 1D Mark III is clad in a
magnesium alloy shell, chassis and top panel, providing impressive
strength without excessive weight. All of the 1D Mark III controls and
external cover seams are sealed from water and dust. Even the perimeter
of the 1D Mark III’s hot-shoe is ribbed for water resistance, enabling
flash photography with Canon’s new Speedlite 580EX II.
Other new features include an improved shutter, durability tested to
300,000 exposures, powerful new metering, a new control interface that
mirrors the design of other popular EOS Digital SLR cameras and a 100%
coverage viewfinder with a larger pentaprism for higher magnification,
plus a number of optional focusing screens.
Canon is also introducing a new, lightweight lithium-ion battery system
that provides feedback on the LCD monitor, including number of shots
taken on a charge, percentage of battery power remaining and whether
the battery should be reconditioned with the charger. With the new
battery installed, the EOS-1D Mark III body is about 1/2 pound (approx.
225g) lighter than the EOS-1D Mark II N body.
Powerful, Speedy In-Camera Processing, Times Two
Dual DIGIC III Image Processors working in parallel to provide up to
50% less shadow noise and superb image quality; new Highlight Tone
Priority option adds control of bright highlights
Dual DIGIC III Image Processor
Developed to maximize performance between the capture and recording
stages of digital photography, the EOS-1D Mark III’s Dual DIGIC III
chips give the camera two of Canon’s newest processing units, working
in parallel, to dramatically enhance image quality and deliver the
speed and power needed to combine 10 million pixels and 10 frames per
second. The latest-generation DIGIC III Image Processor works in
concert with Canon’s new CMOS sensors to achieve even higher levels of
performance. The entire electronic system is totally re-designed,
giving the camera its incredible combination of speed and image
quality. Digital noise is significantly reduced in shadow areas, and
colour reproduction is superior.
Highlight Tone Priority
By expanding the range from the correct level (18% gray) to the maximum
allowable highlight level, the gradation from the grays to the
highlights becomes smoother and loss in highlight detail is minimized.
This vital Custom Function lets photographers get even better detail in
bright highlights, even in contrasty lighting conditions. It’s
beneficial for nearly any form of professional work, where a user may
encounter bright highlight areas where he or she wants to preserve
details. Finally, there’s no impact on the camera’s shooting speed or
burst rate when Highlight Tone Priority is engaged.
"Picture Style" settings
With Picture Style technology and the 1D Mark III, photographers can
recreate characteristics of their favorite films. Colour, saturation,
sharpness and contrast settings create noticeable variation in the
saved image. In addition to six preset Picture Styles (Standard,
Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome), users can
create three additional settings for their particular photographic
style.
The Most Diverse Composing Options Available in Digital Photography
Large 3.0-inch LCD monitor, featuring Live View
The largest LCD monitor ever in an SLR with interchangeable lenses (as
of February, 2007), the 3.0-inch LCD monitor on the EOS-1D Mark III
contains another: a Live View option, where the photographer can
compose and shoot directly from the LCD monitor. Achieved via a menu
setting (by raising the SLR camera's mirror) and perfect for a number
of applications, Live View enables the photographer to zoom in and
navigate the composition at 5x or 10x normal size, while enabling
critical manual focus and allowing more attention to detail. Users can
even choose a grid overlay, perfect for architectural photography.
In the studio or even on location, Live View can be used remotely, via
a computer through the 1D Mark III’s USB connection, or wirelessly or
via Ethernet with the optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2A
attached.
Expandable for Your Creativity
Fully compatible with over 50 EF lenses and a wide range of EOS System
accessories
EF Lenses
EOS-1D Mark III is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup,
ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses
employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to
deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic
process. Special optical technologies, such as aspherical optics and
fluorite elements are featured in the universally acclaimed L Series
lenses, and Canon's Image Stabilizer technology in select lenses
minimizes the effect of camera shake. Through Canon lenses,
photographers can truly maximize the quality and liberating performance
of the 1D Mark III.
Flash Photography
The EOS -1D Mark III features the acclaimed E-TTL II flash metering
system. With any of the flashes in the EX Speedlite line, E-TTL II
provides reliable flash output whether shooting fill-in flash pictures
in sunlight, or using flash in total darkness. The camera’s new 63-zone
Evaluative Metering Sensor is also used for flash metering – giving
even finer metering command of the image area. If you prefer a broader
area for flash metering, Custom Function II-4-1 allows shifting flash
metering so that all 63 zones of the sensor are used equally to
calculate flash exposures.
Canon's new Speedlite 580EX II is perfectly suited to the 1D Mark III.
It has improved reliability of communications through the direct
contacts, has a metal flash “foot,” and is dust-/water-resistant as
with the 1D Mark III. Other new features include a PC socket on the
flash unit, and an external metering sensor for non-TTL auto flash if
desired. With the EOS-1D Mark III, you can set most flash settings
using the camera’s menu. It has the same power as the previous
Speedlite 580EX (maximum guide number of 190 ft./58m at ISO 100) and,
when mounted on the camera, automatically compensates for the camera’s
sensor size, enabling high output flash, with more flashes per charge.
It includes an AF-assist Beam, which works in conjunction with the 1D
Mark III’ s focusing system, and automatically sends colour temperature
information to the camera when the flash fires, for more accurate white
balance rendition with flash photography.
Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2A
Canon’s second-generation Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2A
incorporates a number of significant new features into a robust,
camera-powered system to make wireless transfer faster, simpler and
less cumbersome than ever. WFT-E2A is smaller, attaches to the side of
the EOS-1D Mark III, transfers images wirelessly through either 802.11
B or G, has USB and Ethernet connections for situations where wireless
access is limited, as well as a more powerful antenna, capable of
transmission up to 150 feet from the computer, or an accessory
router/access point receiver. It can connect to a third-party GPS
device via USB; generating GPS information in the image’s EXIF data.
Or, you can plug a compatible USB v.2.0 hard drive into the
transmitter’s USB port, and actually shoot directly to a large portable
hard drive. Dust- and water-resistance are also matched with the EOS-1D
Mark III body. (Note: the previous WFT-E1A Wireless Transmitter unit is
not compatible with the EOS-1D Mark III camera.)
Software
Canon EOS Digital Solution Disc (Version 14.0)
The EOS-1D Mark III comes bundled with an updated Canon EOS Digital
Solution Disc, which features powerful software programs designed to
extend the EOS experience to the computer. These include Canon's
ZoomBrowser EX for Windows® (Version 5.8), ImageBrower for
Macintosh® OS X (Version 5.8), Digital Photo Professional
(Version 3.0), Canon's EOS Utility (Version 2.0), RAW Image Task
(Version 2.6), PhotoStitch, and PTP TWAIN Driver. Each application is
designed to perfect captured images and streamline the digital
workflow. ZoomBrowser EX v. 5.8 and Digital Photo Professional v. 3.0
for Windows are compatible with the new Windows Vista operating system,
too.
Digital Photo Professional (Version 3.0) is an image processing program
that enables high-speed RAW image processing, high-speed previewing for
real-time image adjustment and support for sRGB, Adobe RGB and Wide
Gamut RGB colour spaces. Because it’s CMS (Colour Management System)
compatible, Digital Photo Professional allows for easy image layout and
printing in Adobe RGB in conjunction with Easy-PhotoPrint and
PictBridge printers. It also features the Dust Delete Data Detection
tool for cleaner images.
EOS Utility (Version 2.0) for Macintosh or Windows handles the
connection between the camera and computer, whenever they're connected
via USB. It allows remote controlled shooting from the computer,
handles downloading of images from the camera to the computer, and
allows seamless linking to either Canon's ZoomBrowser/ImageBrowser or
Digital Photo Professional software once images have been copied to the
hard drive. Furthermore, it's used to upload settings back into a
USB-connected camera.
ZoomBrowser EX (Version 5.8) for Windows and ImageBrowser (Version 5.8)
for Mac OS X are the easy, user-friendly options for viewing and
editing of JPEG and even RAW image files. Both allow viewing of
numerous types of images including finished TIFF and BMP files. Both
also have a variety of search options for finding images, allow
re-naming of single images or batches of files, and offer a variety of
options for printing without using a separate image-editing program.
RAW Image Task (Version 2.6) for Windows/Macintosh
This software is an integrated component of ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) or
ImageBrowser (Mac). It allows processing of RAW images from EOS
cameras, including the new EOS-1D Mark III, with a variety of
adjustment possibilities. These options, as well as the overall colour,
contrast and “look” of RAW Image Task, closely mimic the
characteristics of Canon’s in-camera JPEG processing.
Specifications:
Type: Digital AF/AE SLR
Recording Medium: CF Card Type I and II, SD/SDHC Memory Card (1 slot
each), and/or External media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Canon
WFT-E2A transmitter)
Image Format: 1.11 x 0.74 in./28.1 x 18.7mm (APS-H size sensor)
Compatible Lenses: Canon EF, TS-E, and MP-E lenses (except EF-S lenses)
Lens Mount: Canon EF mount
Lens Focal Length Conversion Factor: 1.3x
IMAGE SENSOR
Type: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, single-plate, CMOS sensor
Pixels: Approx. 10.10 megapixels
Total Pixels: Approx. 10.70 megapixels
Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Horizontal:Vertical)
Colour Filter System: RGB primary colour filters
Low Pass Filter: Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor
RECORDING SYSTEM
Recording Format: DCF 2.0 (Exif 2.21): JPEG, RAW and RAW+JPEG
simultaneous recording possible. Multiple options for recording images
on two memory cards, and onto compatible external USB hard drives (via
optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2A)
Image Format: JPEG, RAW (Canon .CR2)
File Size: (1) JPEG/Large: Approx. 10.1MB (3,888 x 2,592)
(2) JPEG/Medium 1: Approx. 8.0MB (3,456 x 2,304)
(3) JPEG/Medium 2: Approx. 5.3MB (2,816 x 1,880)
(4) JPEG/Small: Approx. 2.5MB (1,936 x 1,288)
(5) RAW: Approx. 10.1MB (3,888 x 2,592)
(6) sRAW: Approx. 2.5MB (1,936 x 1,288)
Folders: Can be manually created by user, and freely selected for
subsequent images.
File Numbering: (1) Continuous numbering (2) Auto reset (3) Manual
reset (the image numbering is reset to 0001, a new folder is created
automatically)
Colour Space: Selectable between sRGB and Adobe RGB
Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, mini-B port. NTSC/PAL for video output
WHITE BALANCE
Settings: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White
Fluorescent Light, Flash, five Custom WB settings, user-set Colour
Temperature (2,500~10,000K), five Personal White Balance PC-1 to PC-5
(Total 10 WB types)
Auto White Balance: Auto white balance, taken from imaging sensor
Colour Temperature Compensation,White balance bracketing: Three
consecutive images, Up to +/- 3 levels in 1-stop increments White
balance correction: blue/amber bias and/or magenta/green bias +/- 9
levels; manually set by user
When blue/amber bias and magenta/green bias set with White balance
correction, white balance bracketing cannot be set together during
white balance correction
VIEWFINDER
Type: Eye-level SLR with fixed pentaprism
Coverage: Approx. 100% horizontally and vertically
Magnigication: 0.76x (-1 dpt with 50mm lens at infinity)
Eyepoint: Approx. 20mm
Dioptric Adjustment Correction: -3.0 to +1.0 diopter
Mirror: Quick-return half mirror (Transmission: reflection ratio of
37:63)
Viewfinder Information: AF (AF points, focus confirmation light),
Exposure (metering mode, spot metering area, shutter speed, aperture,
manual exposure, AE lock, ISO speed, exposure level, exposure
compensation, exposure warning), Flash (flash ready, high-speed sync,
FE lock, flash exposure level), Image (JPEG recording, RAW recording,
shots remaining, white balance correction, memory card information),
Battery check
Depth-of-Field Preview: Enabled with depth-of-field
preview button; possible in Live View mode
Eyepiece Shutter: Built-in
AUTO FOCUS
Type: TTL-AREA-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor
AF Points: 19 cross-type AF points (plus 26 Assist AF points)
AF Working Range: EV -1 ~18 (ISO 100 at 73°F/23° C)
Focusing Modes: Autofocus (One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF), Manual
Focus (MF)
AF Point Selection: Automatic selection; Manual AF point selection: 19
AF points, Inner 9 AF points (C.Fn III-9-1), Outer 9 AF points (C.Fn
III-9-2)
Selected AF Point Display: Superimposed in viewfinder and on LCD panel
AF-assist Beam: None. Emitted by EX-series Speedlite or optional ST-E2
Speedlite Transmitter
EXPOSURE CONTROL
Metering Modes: 63-zone TTL full aperture metering
(1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points)
(2) Partial metering (approx. 13.5% of screen, at centre)
(3) Spot metering (approx. 3.8% of screen)
· Centre spot metering
· AF point-linked spot metering
· Multi-spot metering (max. 8 spot metering entries)
(4) Centre weighted average metering
Metering Range: EV 0-20 (ISO 100 at 73°F/23°C
with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)
Exposure Control System: Program AE (shiftable),
Shutter speed-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, E-TTL II program AE
(Evaluative flash metering, Averaged flash metering), Manual
ISO Speed Range: Equivalent to ISO 100-3200 (in 1/3-stop or whole stop
increments), ISO speed can be expanded to ISO 50 and 6400 (via C.Fn
I-3)*
*Standard Output Sensitivity. Recommended Exposure Index.
Exposure Compensation: Exposure Compensation (user-set): +/-3 stops in
1/3- or 1/2-stop increments.
Auto Bracketing (AEB): 3 shots, up to +/- 3 stops, in 1/3 or 1/2 stop
increments, in all exposure modes. Can be changed via C.Fn I-6 to 2, 5,
or 7 shots. Bracketing order can be changed via C.Fn I-5.
AE Lock: Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering
when focus is achieved.
Manual (user-set): By AE lock button in all metering modes
SHUTTER
Type: Vertical-travel, mechanical, focal-plane shutter with all speeds
electronically controlled
Shutter Speeds: 1/8000 to 30 sec. (1/3-stop increments), X-sync at
1/300 sec. (with EOS Speedlites; 1/250 maximum with other shoe-mount
flashes, and up to 1/60 with studio strobes)
Shutter Release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release
Self Timer: 10 sec. delay, 2 sec. delay
Remote Control: Canon N3 type terminal
EXTERNAL SPEEDLITES
EOS External Flash of Dedicated Speedlites: E-TTL II autoflash with all
EX Series Speedlites
PC Terminal: Provided; accepts third-party flash units with sync line
voltages up to 250V maximum
DRIVE SYSTEM
Drive Modes: Single, silent, high-speed continuous (approx. 10 fps),
low-speed continuous (approx. 3 fps), 10- or 2-sec. self-timer
Continuous Shooting Speed: Approx. 10 fps (at a shutter speed of 1/500
sec. or faster in all recording modes); fastest speed can be lowered if
desired via C.Fn III-15
Max. Burst During Continuous Shooting: JPEG: approx. 110 frames
(Large/Fine, at standard level 8 compression setting)
RAW: approx. 30 frames
RAW+JPEG: approx. 22 frames (Large/Fine)
LCD MONITOR
Type: TFT colour, liquid-crystal monitor
Screen Monitor Size: 3.0 in.
Pixels: Approx. 230,000 pixels
Coverage: Approx. 100%
Brightness Control: 7 levels provided
PLAYBACK
Image Display Format: Single image, 4-image index, 9-image index, Jump,
Magnified zoom (approx. 1.5x to 10x), Histogram, Auto rotate, Rotate
Live view: view image before shooting on LCD monitor; live histogram
and live simulation of exposure level possible with C.Fn IV-16-1
Highlight Alert: In the single image display and (INFO) display,
over-exposed highlight areas will blink
IMAGE PROTECTION AND ERASE
Protection: Single image, all images in a folder, or all images in the
memory card can be protected or cancel the image protection
Erase: Single image, all images in a folder, all images in the memory
card or check-marked images can be erased or unprotected.
Direct Printing from the Camera: Possible with
compatible PictBridge-enabled printers
Compatible Printers: CP and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers, PIXMA Photo
Printers and PictBridge compatible printers (via USB Interface Cable
IFC-200U, included with camera kit)
Settings: Print quantity, style (image, paper size, paper type,
printing effects, layout, date, file number), trimming
NEW FEATURES
Dust Delete Feature: Via built-in microphone at rear of camera body;
activated by pressing recording button on camera. Sound file attached
to image file on memory card.
Picture Style: WAV
Recording Time: Max. 30 sec. per recording
MENUS
Menu Categories: (1) Shooting (2) Playback (3) Setup, (4) Custom
function/My Menu
LCD Monitor Language: 18 (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish,
Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek,
Russian, Polish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese)
POWER SOURCE
Battery: One dedicated lithium-ion battery LP-E4
AC power can be supplied via the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4
Number of Shots: At 68°F/20°C: Approx. 0000
At 32°F/0°C: Approx. 000
The above figures apply when a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E4 is used
Battery Check: Automatic
Power Saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30 min.
Back-up Battery One CR2025 lithium battery
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in./156 x
156.6 x 79.9mm
Weight: 40.7 oz./1,155g
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Operation Temperature Range: 32-113°F/0-45°C
Operating Humidity Range: 85% or less
Note: *All the specifications above are based on Canon's testing
standards.
The camera's specifications and physical appearance are subject to
change without notice.
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