Canon EOS 500D with EF18-55 IS & 55-250 IS

Canon's new EOS 500D digital SLR camera will exceed expectations and encourage creativity with the inclusion of Full High Definition movie recording.

Features:

• Full High Definition movie recording (Canon first in its class)
• Live View shooting with Face Detection (Canon first in its class)
• 15.1 megapixels CMOS sensor (highest in its class)
• DiG!C 4 Image Processor
• ISO speed range 100-3200 (H1:6400, H2:12800)
• 3-inch, fine detail LCD monitor (920,000 dots)

Photographers will not only experience Canon's superior image quality and advanced technologies when shooting with the EOS 500D, but they will be both surprised and excited that Canon has managed to incorporate Full High Definition resolution recording into such an accessible DSLR camera.

The EOS 500D boasts a Canon first for entry-level DSLR cameras with the inclusion of Full High Definition movie recording, which allows users to get creative and expand their shooting capabilities," states Chris Macleod, Brand Manager - EOS, Consumer Imaging Products Group, Canon Australia. "This high-quality, feature-packed DSLR is very easy to use and promises to make DSLR photography fun for first-time users, those looking to upgrade and those looking to take their creativity to whole new level.

Endless creative possibilities
Users can capture still photos and movies in Full HD resolution or standard TV quality (VGA), making this the ideal camera for users who want to capture stunning stills and movies without compromising on quality.

Creativity made simple
The EOS 500D boasts easy to understand, simple and intuitive functions, perfect for any skill-level.

Like other Canon DSLR models, the EOS 500D features Live View shooting for greater flexibility and creative composition. This technology makes it easy to compose and shoot images on the 3.0-inch LCD screen, without ever having to bring the camera to your eye.

In another first for Canon entry-level EOS cameras, the 500D features live Face Detection mode in Live View shooting. By distinguishing human faces in each shot and adjusting the focus and exposure accordingly, Live Face Detection allows photographers to ensure their subjects are captured clearly and accurately.

To further add to the 500D's intuitive shooting capability, the camera incorporates automatic image
correction tools (Auto Lighting Optimiser and Peripheral Illumination Correction) to ensure even first-time users can take professional-quality shots the first time round.
Movies and stills can be viewed easily on the camera's large LCD screen, which incorporates an
anti-reflection and anti-smudging coating to ensure reviewing photos is both clear and accurate.

Impressive image quality
Exceptional clarity, razor-sharp images, natural colours and perfect tones are all the hallmarks of Canon's unique CMOS sensor technology. The EOS 500D incorporates a 15.1 megapixel sensor
(highest resolution in class) and combined with the imaging performance and super-fast speed of the DiG!C 4 image processor, makes this the perfect camera for creative photography fun.