The perfect EOS for advanced-amateurs and professionals alike, the EOS 20D sets new standards in its class. Featuring an all-new 8.2 MP CMOS Sensor, a second generation DIGIC II Image Processor, 5 fps performance for up to 23 consecutive frames and a 0.2 second start-up time, the EOS 20D is designed to capture richly detailed, perfectly exposed images with speed formerly found only in cameras several times the price. Other features include a top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec., flash sync at 1/250, a new high-precision 9-point AF System, a built-in multi-controller for fast focusing point selection and a refined magnesium alloy body, for rugged, go anywhere photography. Compatible with not only Canon's new EF-S Lenses, but with the entire EOS System of lenses and flashes, the EOS 20D is a professionally featured camera with a consumer price tag.

8.2 Megapixel CMOS Sensor
Canon's all-new large area CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) Sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range, and offers the most pixels in its class. This 2nd generation APS-C size sensor (22.5 x 15.0mm) has the same 3:2 ratio as film cameras, enabling an effective angle of view that is 1.6x the normal EF Lens focal length. The EOS 20D has an extensive ISO range (from 100 to 1600 plus ISO 3200 in extended mode), and the sensor features a newly developed set of narrow-gap micro lenses and noise reduction circuits to improve performance at high ISOs, and optimized photodiode configurations for improved performance at all ISOs. This results in larger, clearer, sharper and more detailed photographs right from the start.

Second Generation DIGIC II Image Processor
The EOS 20D benefits from Canon's in-house development: The DIGIC II Image Processor was developed originally for the EOS-1D Mark II and enhances every aspect of image capture. Information captured by the CMOS Sensor is processed and assembled into images of exceptional quality by this new Image Processor. With the DIGIC II Image Processor on board, photographers can expect precise, natural colors, and spot-on white balance in any number of lighting situations. Through sophisticated signal processing algorithms, the DIGIC II Image Processor even accelerates all aspects of image capture, while consuming less energy than other processors.

Every Function Optimized for Speedy RAW and JPEG Capture
The EOS 20D has been designed to capture images with speeds that had been reserved for professional level cameras. Whether it's the 0.2 second start-up time, the high speed mirror drive, the class-leading 65 msec. shutter release lag time, or the predictive AF focusing at speeds up to 5 frames-per-second, the EOS 20D will amaze and delight photographers who don't want to wait for their camera when they're ready to shoot. The 20D's CMOS Sensor allows 4-channel high-speed data readout, and the DIGIC II Image Processor processes the data quickly, writing files to the CompactFlash card faster, and allowing continuous shooting for up to 23 frames (JPEG Large/Fine) with significant reductions in buffer clearing times.

JPEG or Simultaneous RAW+JPEG
Whenever you shoot the EOS 20D, you can choose to have it record RAWs or JPEGs alone, or in RAW plus JPEG formats simultaneously. The JPEG recording format is ideal for purposes such as Internet image transfers that require reduced file sizes. Canon's proprietary RAW (.CR2) format, on the other hand, employs lossless compression to ensure the highest possible image quality, and is recorded at 12-bits per pixel to provide a wider range of tones and superior detail in bright highlights and deep shadows when compared with JPEG files. RAW files must be "processed" before they can be opened in your computer's image-editing software. This conversion process typically takes only a few seconds using the dedicated driver software, which will convert the RAW file into a standard 8-bit per channel JPEG or TIFF file, or for maximum tonal range, a 16-bit TIFF. There are six selectable settings for in-camera JPEG image quality, when CF card space is at a premium.

Expansive Sensor Array for Easier Composition
The EOS 20D has a newly developed high-precision 9-point AF system for speedy and accurate focusing in any situation. An improved focusing screen with precision matte finish enables brighter and easier manual focus. A newly developed multi-controller, conveniently located on the back of the camera for thumb-controlled action, allows the photographer to instantly choose any of the 9 focus points, or direct the camera to choose them automatically. Focusing points are positioned in the viewfinder in a wide diamond-shaped array, allowing the user to achieve focus quickly in numerous compositions and situations.

Features formerly offered only in Canon's Pro Cameras allow for more fine-tuning
Photographers will find their options for color settings greatly expanded in the new EOS 20D. Taken directly from the EOS-1D Mark II, the White Balance compensation function utilizes the new multi-controller and a nifty LCD monitor display to tune any white balance setting up to +/- 9 steps in blue, amber, magenta or green hues to ensure spot-on color. The new White Balance bracketing feature produces a series of 3 files varying white balance from magenta to green or blue to amber, depending on the lighting situation.

Images can be processed directly for the industry print standard Adobe RGB or standard sRGB, and are compatible with DCF 2.0 and Exif 2.21 standards for greater flexibility. A range of in-camera image processing parameters can optimize JPEG files for direct printing or post processing, or can be customized to the user's tastes and needs.

The EOS 20D also features a built-in monochrome mode, a first in Canon Digital SLRs, which uses digital processing to re-create the effects of a number of different black and white filters and toning effects. These features help to take the guesswork out of black-and-white photography, reducing the need for post processing by delivering the desired detail and contrast of a black and white image from the start.

Strength and Elegance Combined
The EOS 20D feels solid and rugged in your hands ensuring stable, easy handling. Its rigid chassis combines engineering plastic with stainless steel and is covered by strong, lightweight magnesium alloy panels on the top, front and rear. Controls are ergonomically shaped and positioned to sustain the EOS tradition of ergonomic excellence and sure-fire operation. The newly designed grip, shutter button and rubber skin contribute to this excellent holding comfort, and the camera's high-profile built-in flash is compact and hides itself neatly into the top of the body. A newly refined finish adds to the elegance of the camera body.

Expanded Zoom Display During Playback
While viewing recorded images on the camera's 1.8-inch, high-definition TFT color LCD, you can enter the Enlargement Mode and enlarge them up to 10x in 15 stops for detailed analysis of lighting, composition, camera movement, focusing accuracy, facial expression, etc. The new multi-controller enables horizontal and vertical scrolling, while the main dial enables viewing of the previous or next image stored in the CF card at the same enlarged view. In the maximum reduced view, nine images are displayed simultaneously on the approximately screen, making them quicker to find. The camera can be set to automatically rotate vertical images so they can be viewed easily on the monitor and also after downloading to your computer.

Direct Printing with PictBridge Compatible Printers
The EOS 20D lets you print beautiful photos with minimum time and effort - directly from the camera. Simply connect the camera with any PictBridge compatible printer via the high-speed USB 2.0 port to print images stored in the CF card. You can even set the EOS 20D to trim the image, add a surrounding "frame," superimpose a date, or print a number of copies. The EOS 20D's direct printing feature complies with Exif v2.2 (Exif Print) and DPOF v1.1. With a host of portable and home printers available from Canon including the new PIXMA iP4000 and PIXMA iP3000 Photo Printers, getting tangible results from the camera has never been faster or easier.

Software
The EOS 20D comes bundled with three software CDs, Canon's Digital Photo Professional (Version 1.1), the EOS Solution Disk (Version 8.0), and Photoshop Elements 2.0. Each application is designed to optimize captured images, and streamline the digital workflow.

EF & EF-S Lenses
The EOS 20D is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup, ranging from ultra-wide-angle to super-telephoto lenses, and including Canon's new EF-S series lenses, manufactured specifically for the 20D and Digital Rebel. The EF lineup employs advanced optical know-how and micron precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Aspherical optics and Fluorite elements, for example, are featured in the universally acclaimed L-series Lenses. Canon's Image Stabilization feature minimizes the effect of camera shake. Through Canon's EF Lenses, photographers can truly maximize the quality and liberating performance of the EOS 20D.

Flash Photography
The EOS 20D features the acclaimed E-TTL II flash metering system introduced with the EOS-1D Mark II. Whether using its flush mounted integral flash (guide no. of 43/13 @ ISO 100 m/ft.) or any of the flashes in the EX Speedlite line, E-TTL II provides stable flash brightness through numerous exposures.

Additional Accessories
In addition to Canon's EF series of lenses and Speedlites, several other accessories are designed to work specifically with the EOS 20D. The Battery Grip BG-E2 adds a vertical shutter release, and is compatible with up to two of Canon's BP-511/511A/512/514 Lithium-ion battery packs, or alternatively a set of six AA batteries, for greater convenience when traveling. Canon's Semi Hard Case EH/7-L can accommodate the EOS 20D with a small zoom lens (EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM included), and the EOS 20D is compatible with Canon's DVK-E2 image data verification kit to check original image data authenticity, whenever verification is essential.

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Als semiprofessionelle digitale SLR-Kamera bietet die EOS 20D Tempo, Präzision und Flexibilität - vergleichbar den hochwertigen analogen SLR-Kameras - und noch eine Menge mehr. Features   Ca. 8,2 Megapixel 5 B/s mit bis zu 23 Bildern in Folge Neun AF-Messfelder, mit Anzeige der aktiven Messpunkte im Sucher DIGIC II E-TTL II / E-TTL-Blitzautomatik USB 2.0 Hi-Speed-/Video-Ausgang Gehäuse aus Magnesiumlegierung Kompatibel mit allen Canon EF-/EF-S-Objektiven und EX-Speedlites Bearbeitungs-Software Digital Photo Professional RAW Kompatibel mit PictBridge   Qualität Schon das widerstandsfähige Gehäuse aus einer Magnesiumlegierung deutet an, dass die EOS 20D keine gewöhnliche Kamera ist. Canon CMOS-Technologie sorgt für eine hervorragende Bildqualität bei einer Auflösung von 8,2 Megapixeln. Der neue DIGIC-II-Prozessor ermöglicht Reihenaufnahmen mit bis zu fünf Bildern in der Sekunde über 23 JPEG-Aufnahmen und bewirkt zudem eine vorbildliche Farbwiedergabe, schnelle Aufnahmebereitschaft und schnelle Bildwiedergabe in der Kamera mit Zoom-Möglichkeit. JPEG- und RAW-Dateien werden gleichzeitig aufgezeichnet. Scharfeinstellung Neun AF-Messfelder sind strategisch günstig über einen großen Bildbereich verteilt, so dass selbst bei außermittiger Anordnung des Hauptobjekts und insbesondere bei der Motiveinteilung nach dem Goldenen Schnitt eine schnelle, präzise automatische Fokussierung gewährleistet ist. Blitzen mit Abstandsinformation Der E-TTL II-Blitzalgorithmus berücksichtigt nicht nur die Helligkeit des vorhandenen Lichts, sondern auch den Aufnahmeabstand, so dass sich selbst beim Blitzen nach einer Ausschnittänderung oder bei besonders hellen bzw. dunklen Objekten im Motiv präzise belichtete Aufnahmen ergeben. Die Kamera ist mit allen Canon Blitzgeräten der EX-Reihe kompatibel, darunter dem 580EX, das der Kamera sogar Informationen über die Farbtemperatur übermittelt und seinen Zoomreflektor automatisch der Größe des APS-C-Sensors der EOS 20D anpasst. Objektivanschluss Die EOS 20D ist für den Einsatz mit über 50 Canon EF-Objektiven einschließlich der EF-S-Objektive geeignet. Speziell für die EOS 20D und auch EOS 300D konzipiert sind das EF-S 10-22mm 1:3,5-4,5 USM und das EF-S 17-85mm 1:4-5,6 IS USM, die mit KB-Äquivalentbrennweiten von ca. 16-35 mm bzw. ca. 27-136 mm die am häufigsten verwendeten Weitwinkel- und Normalbrennweiten abdecken. Weitgehende Einflussnahme Der mit ISO 100-1.600 ohnehin große Empfindlichkeitsbereich der Kamera wird durch eine zusätzliche Einstellung (ISO 3.200) noch erweitert. Die Kamera unterstützt sowohl den sRGB- als auch den Adobe RGB-Farbraum. Professionelle digitale Bildbearbeitungs-Software gestattet die schnelle Bearbeitung verlustloser RAW-Dateien. Schnittstellen Mit einer USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Schnittstelle ist die EOS 20D für schnelles Herunterladen der Bilder auf einen Computer gerüstet. Darüber hinaus unterstützt sie PictBridge für den Direktdruck über kompatible Fotodrucker. Als Speichermedien eignen sich CF-Karten sowohl vom Typ I als auch vom Typ II, selbst mit einer Kapazität von über 2 GB. Online-Alben – Bilder mit anderen Menschen teilen Der Kauf der EOS 20D berechtigt – nach erfolgter Registrierung – zur kostenlosen Mitgliedschaft im CANON iMAGE GATEWAY* mit jeweils 100 Megabyte freiem Speicherplatz zum Beispiel für Online-Alben. Mitglieder können ihre Bilder auf diese Webseite laden und sie Kunden, Freunden oder Verwandten zur freien Ansicht zur Verfügung stellen.

L'EOS 20D est un reflex numérique semi-professionnel dont la rapidité, la précision et la flexibilité, n'ont rien à envier à celles des meilleurs reflex. Et il ajoute à cela des innovations remarquables. Caractéristiques   Capteur 8,2 millions de pixels 5 im/s, jusqu'à 23 images en séquence Autofocus à 9 points ProcesseurDIGIC II Mesure au flash E-TTL II avec prise en compte de la distance Sortie vidéo haute vitesse USB 2.0 Boîtier en alliage de magnésium Compatible avec les objectifs Canon EF/EF-S et les flashes Speedlite EX Logiciel de traitement d'image DPP RAW Compatible PictBridge   Équilibre. Efficacité. Précision. Qualité Le solide boîtier de l'EOS 20D en alliage de magnésium, indique d'entrée de jeu qu'il ne s'agit pas là d'un appareil ordinaire. La technologie Canon CMOS plusieurs fois récompensée par des prix prestigieux assure une qualité d'image hors du commun et une résolution de 8,2 millions de pixels. Le processeur DIGIC II permet la prise de vues en continu à la vitesse époustouflante de 5 im/s pour des séquences jusqu'à 23 images au format JPEG, une précision de reproduction des couleurs inégalée, une disponibilité au déclenchement extrêmement rapide ainsi que l'affichage rapide en lecture avec possibilité de visualisation agrandie des images. L'EOS 20D peut enregistrer simultanément et sans altération des données, des fichiers JPEG et RAW. Mise au point Les 9 points de l'autofocus sont ingénieusement répartis sur toute la zone de cadrage, ce qui assure une mise au point rapide et précise, même lorsque le sujet n'est pas centré et particulièrement dans les compositions utilisant la "règle des trois" grâce aux nouveaux collimateurs occupant les positions diagonales. Mesure d'exposition au flash avec prise en compte de la distance L'algorithme de prise en compte de la distance du système flash E-TTL II tient compte de facteurs tels que la distance objectif-sujet et la lumière ambiante afin de calculer précisément la puissance d'éclair utile, même dans des situations telles que le recadrage ou en présence d'objets trop ou trop peu réfléchissants. L'appareil est compatible avec toute la gamme des flashes Speedlite EX, et notamment le nouveau 580EX, qui transmet les informations de température des couleurs pour assurer une meilleure stabilité d'exposition et dont la fonction de réflecteur-zoom automatique assure une couverture optimale du flash pour le format du capteur de type APS-C de l'appareil. Monture d'objectif L'EOS 20D est compatible avec plus de 60 objectifs Canon EF, dont les objectifs Canon EF-S. Conçu pour élargir les perspectives des photographes utilisant l'EOS 20D, l'EF-S 10-22 mm f/3.5-4.5 USM et l'EF-S 17-85 mm f/4-5.6 IS USM permettent de couvrir des plages focales grand-angle (environ 16-35 mm) et transtandard (environ 27-136 mm) en équivalent 24 x 36. Contrôle total Un réglage de sensibilité extrêmement élevé (3200 ISO) permet d'accroître la plage classique de 100-1600 ISO. Les images peuvent être enregistrées dans les espaces couleurs sRVB ou Adobe RVB. Le nouveau logiciel de traitement d'image Digital Photo Professionnal permet un traitement haute vitesse et sans altération des données des fichiers RAW. Connectivité La connexion USB 2.0 haute vitesse de l'EOS 20D assure un transfert rapide des images sur micro-ordinateur. Compatible PictBridge, l'appareil photo permet aussi l'impression directe sur n'importe quelle imprimante photo compatible. Il fonctionne avec les cartes mémoire CF et CF II, y compris avec celles d'une capacité de 2 Go et plus. Partage en ligne Tout acquéreur d'un EOS 20D bénéficie d'un accès au site CANON iMAGE GATEWAY* et de 100 Mo gratuits pour l'archivage et le partage en ligne de ses photos. L'utilisateur peut télécharger ses images sur le site et inviter des clients, des amis ou sa famille à visiter ces "albums".