Nikon has really come on strong with new additions to its dSLR line, adding models to both the High End Pro market as well as the Consumer dSLR market. Not wanting to be left behind, Canon had released a new model for the Consumer market, the EOS 1000D.
DPReview.com has a preview of the new camera and appear to be testing it. Here is the Preview, and here is a sample gallery from a pre-production camera.
Some of the features include a 10 megapixel sensor, dust control, Live View and high ISO noise reduction. I bet this camera is the lowest prices Canon dSLR yet!
In addition to the new body, Canon is also releasing a new flash, the 430EX II. DPReview has the details. Some of the new features seem to from the new 580EX II, such as a new mounting foot. It should also recycle faster and with less noise then before.
I think that the 1000D will come in at a fairly low price, perhaps with a street price in the $450 to $500 range. Canon seems to be facing pressure from other manufactures on price and features. The Nikon D40 may have been a wake-up call at Canon, the 1000D may be the response.
Friday, June 13, 2008
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