BRAND: Canon
BODY TYPE: Compact SLR
TYPE: Canon EOS 100D
LEVEL: Entry-level (Beginner)
Announced last March 21, 2013 together with the Canon EOS 700D, the Canon EOS 100D is considered to be the world's smallest and lightest APS-C format Digital SLR camera available in the market yet with Sensor size of 22.3 x 14.9mm and 1.6x crop factor.
The Canon EOS 100D offers similar features of the Canon EOS M (The First Mirrorless Camera of the company) with 18 Megapixel, a full HD Movie/Video capability, 3.0 inches Clear View II TFT Multi-Touch Fixed LCD screen (with 1,040,000 screen dots), and the Digic 5 Image Processor.
Aside of being a lightweight and small Digital SLR, the Canon EOS 100D delivers sharp and superb images which features 18 Megapixels CMOS Sensor complemented with the DIGIC 5 Image Processor. The Canon EOS 100D also comes with the 9-point autofocus system combined with the Hybrid CMOS AF II with 80% frame coverage. Additional feature includes a higher ISO range of 100-12800 which is expandable to 25600 with boost considered to be good in bright and low light situations.
Other features of the Canon EOS 100D includes the smudge-resistant coating which keeps the monitor clear even in bright sunlight situation. The Full High Definition Movie/Video at 1920x1080p is supported with Movie Servo, a better feature for continuous autofocus and includes video snapshots.
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| The image above shows a Canon EOS 100D with Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS STM White Edition. |
- IF Product Design Award 2014
- Best Product for SLR Camera 2013-2014 by EISA Award (European Imaging and Sound Association)
- Dpreview.com GOLD Award
- TIPA Awards 2013 (Technical Image Press Association)
KEY SPECIFICATION FEATURES:
- 18.0 Megapixels (Effective pixels)
- APS-C Sensor size (22.3 x 14.9 mm) with 1.6x Crop Factor
- CMOS Sensor (Hybrid AF II system with 80% frame coverage)
- Digic 5 Image Processor
- ISO 100-12800 (25600 with boost)
- Full HD video/Movie with Video Snapshots and continuous autofocus and subject tracking (1920x1080p 24, 25, and 30fps)
- 3.0 inches Clear View II TFT color Multi-Touch Fixed LCD screen (with 1,040,000 screen dots )
- Max resolution at 5184 x 3456
- 4.0 fps (Continuous Shooting Speed)
- With Scene Intelligent Auto
- 7 Creative Filters (Art Bold Effect, Water Painting Effect, Miniature Effect, Fisheye Effect, Grainy B/W, Soft Focus, and Toy Camera Effect)
- 9-point AF system (Including High-precision Dual-Cross Center Point)
- Optical Viewfinder at 95% coverage
- Special Scene Modes (Kids, Foods, Night Portrait, Handheld Night Scene HDR Backlight Control and Candlelight)
- With 16:9 aspect ratio (Panorama)
- Optional GPS Compatibility
- Dust Reduction System
- Shutter speed at 1/4000 sec (The maximum)
Above image shows the two different colors of the Canon EOS 100D for comparison. The left side shows the White Edition of the Canon EOS 100D with a white edition of the Canon EF 40mm f/1:2.8 STM lens while the right side shows the Black Edition (A standard color EOS Digital SLR) with Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS STM lens. Note: The image above was made for references and comparison purposes only.
CONCLUSION:
CONCLUSION:
The Canon EOS 100D is a perfect choice for anyone who wants a small and lightweight Digital SLR. This means you can carry this camera around with you at all times even putting it in your pocket.
Although small in size, the Canon EOS 100D has in-camera viewfinder and packed with features suitable for both entry-level photographers and even semi-professionals.
Overall, with in-camera key specifications such as the 18 Megapixel CMOS Sensor with Hybrid CMOS Auto-Focus II system combined with the DIGIC 5 Image Processor and Multi-touch LCD Screen, the Canon EOS 100D is greatly an ideal entry-level Digital SLR available in the market today.
- Better image quality (with 18.0 Megapixels)
- Easy to use DSLR with 3.0 inches Clear View II TFT color Multi-Touch Fixed LCD screen (with 1,040,000 screen dots)
- Very small and light weight (117 x 91 x 69.4mm and 407g)
- APS-C Sensor size (22.3 x 14.9 mm) with 1.6x Crop Factor
- CMOS Sensor (Hybrid AF II system with 80% frame coverage)
- With Digic 5 Image Processor
- High-quality low-noise entry-level DSLR with ISO 100-12800 (25600 with boost)
- Full HD video/Movie with Video Snapshots and continuous autofocus and subject tracking (1920x1080p 24, 25, and 30fps)
- Compatible with EF and EF-S lenses
- 4.0 frames per second (Continuous Shooting Speed)
- With Scene Intelligent Auto for easy and quick shooting
- With 7 Creative Filters (Art Bold Effect, Water Painting Effect, Miniature Effect, Fisheye Effect, Grainy B/W, Soft Focus, and Toy Camera Effect)
- Significantly lower noise at high ISO (6400)
- 9-point AF system (Including High-precision Dual-Cross Center Point)
- Special Scene Modes (Kids, Foods, Night Portrait, Handheld Night Scene HDR Backlight Control and Candlelight)
- With 16:9 aspect ratio (Panorama)
- Optional GPS Compatibility
- In-camera HDR (Which combines multiple exposures)
- Dust Reduction System (Self-cleaning avoiding dust in the photos)
- Special coating for reduction of fingerprint smudges
As you may noticed on the image above, the Canon EOS 100D features a quick and easy navigation system created for entry-level consumers. You may also notice the 3 inches Multi-touch Clearview fix LCD Screen with at least 3.2 inches wide.
WEAKNESSES (CONS):
WEAKNESSES (CONS):
- Slow max shutter speed (1/4000 of a second)
- Small size (This is subjective given consideration to those who wished for bigger grip)
- Below average viewfinder coverage at about 95%
- Few cross-type focus points (1)
Meanwhile, a great resource for the White Edition of the Canon EOS 100D can be found here:
http://www.photographyblog.com/news/canon_eos_100d_white_edition_hands_on_photos/.
The Rear view of the Canon EOS 100D White Edition. It includes the Menu and Info options located on the left side of the camera's rear view while the Live View Setting is located near the Viewfinder. It also comes with the delete option located at the lower right.
The Canon EOS 100D includes an entry-level Mode Dial located on the top left of the camera which includes Manual, Av, Tv, Program, Scene Intelligent Auto, Flash Off, Creative Auto, Macro, Landscape, Sports, Portrait and SCN exposure modes. The ISO and Shutter Speed dials are also located on the left side of the camera. Additionally, it comes with the built-in flash and even Hot Shoe for external flash.
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