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Characterized by versatile imaging specs, the Canon EOS
80D further clarifies itself using a pair of robust focusing systems and
an intuitive design. Featuring a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image
processor, this sleek DSLR is capable of capturing high-resolution images at up
to 7 fps and Full HD 1080p60 video, both with reduced noise and high
sensitivity up to an expanded ISO 25600 for working in difficult lighting
conditions. When working with the optical viewfinder, an apt 45-point all
cross-type AF system affords fast performance in a range of lighting conditions
for tracking moving subjects and working in low light, while the Dual Pixel
CMOS AF system benefits live view shooting and movie recording by providing a
smooth, natural focusing quality akin to the way a camcorder acquires focus.
Touch-to-focus is availed by the large 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD,
which also sports a swiveling vari-angle design for working from high and low
angles with ease. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC allows you to pair
mobile devices with the camera to wirelessly transfer files for sharing your
photos and movies online. More than just a well-connected DSLR, the 80D is
equally matched in imaging versatility due to its inclusion of multimedia
feature-sets for stills shooting and movie recording.
24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 6 Image Processor
Featuring a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, the
80D is capable of producing high-resolution imagery with notable clarity and
minimal noise, as well as a native sensitivity range of ISO 100-16000 that can
be further expanded to ISO 25600 to support working in low-light situations.
The sensor and processor combination also avails fast performance throughout
the camera system, including the ability to shoot continuously at up to 7 fps
or record Full HD 1080p video at 60 fps in the MP4 format.45-Point All
Cross-Type AF and Dual Pixel CMOS AF Systems
Benefitting stills shooting with the optical viewfinder, a wide-area
45-point all cross-type phase-detection autofocus system provides quick and
precise focusing in difficult lighting conditions down to -3 EV. For working
with telephoto lenses fitted with extenders, 27 of the points are capable of
focusing down to f/8 and the center dual cross-type offers increased precision
at brighter aperture values. The cross-type design of the sensors affords
greater accuracy in low-contrast and mixed lighting conditions, and the broad
coverage of the 45 sensors is ideal for tracking and maintaining focus on
moving subjects. Making use of the 45-points is a series of four AF area
selection modes, including single-point AF; Zone AF, where you can select from
one of nine AF zones; Large Zone AF, which offers a choice of three selectable
zones; and 45-point AF auto selection, which allows the camera to select a
single point automatically.
When recording video or shooting in live view, a Dual Pixel CMOS AF
system is employed that offers smooth and fast focusing performance in a
similar manner to how a camcorder acquires focus. This system integrates two
separate photodiodes within each pixel to provide a broad and dense network of
phase-detection gathering elements across a majority of the image sensor to
reduce focus hunting for faster, more direct control of focus placement. When
working with still imagery, this focusing system works to acquire focus quickly
and accurately, making it ideally suited to shooting and tracking moving
subjects so that critical focus is attained with each shot. When shooting
video, a Movie Servo AF mode offers smooth and natural focusing when changing
from different subjects or different distances within the scene, as well as the
ability to specify tracking sensitivity, AF speed, and Face Tracking priority.
Benefited by the Touch AF system, rack focus is possible simply by touching
elements within the scene on the touchscreen in order to change focus in an
intuitive manner. Subject tracking in movies is also heightened due to the Dual
Pixel CMOS AF system's ability to recognize subjects and maintain focus when
working within changing or cluttered scenery.
Full HD 1080p Video Recording
In addition to stills recording, the 80D also supports Full HD 1080p
video recording at up to 30 fps in the MOV format with ALL-I compression, or 60
fps in the MP4 format with IPB compression. Video recording is benefitted by
the inclusion of Dual Pixel CMOS AF and the Movie Servo AF focusing functions,
as well as the touchscreen design of the LCD monitor for intuitive control.
Additionally, both headphone and microphone jacks are incorporated in the body
design for advanced control over audio recording.
Unique to most video recording systems, the 80D also features an HDR
Movie mode that can be used to achieve greater highlight and shadow detail when
recording in high contrast scenarios. This mode captures two HD frames at
different exposures, one normal and one underexposed, in short succession at up
to 60 fps and then composites them during playback at 30 fps to create a movie
with a longer-appearing dynamic range.
Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC
3.0" 1.04m-dot ClearView II touchscreen LCD features a vari-angle
design to permit working from high and low angles and the touchscreen design
facilitates intuitive control over menu navigation and touch-to-focus
operation.
The pentaprism type Intelligent Viewfinder offers 100% frame coverage
for high compositional accuracy when shooting at eye-level. Additionally,
further aiding shooting with the viewfinder, AF points and mode, compositional
grids, a horizontal electronic level, and other assistive features can be
displayed during use.
Both photos and movies can be wirelessly shared to smartphones or
tablets, using the Canon Camera Connect app, for instant online sharing or
backed up to the Canon Connect Station CS100 via built-in Wi-Fi with NFC
connectivity. Remote shooting from a linked mobile device is also available,
allowing you to wirelessly configure exposure settings or release the shutter.
The high-performance shutter mechanism has been tested for up to
100,000 cycles.
Other Camera Features
A 7560-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor benefits both autofocus and
exposure metering precision and enables Color Tracking for more accurately
detecting skin colors.
An anti-flicker function automatically compensates for flickering light
sources to provide consistent exposure values and color during continuous
shooting.
Time-Lapse Movie combines still photos taken at set intervals into a
silent movie to depict motion that occurs over a long time scale.
HDR effects are available for stills shooting, and can be applied using
Natural, Art Standard, Art Bold, Art Vivid, and Art Embossed settings.
Creative Filters can be applied to creatively refine the look of
imagery, and include Grainy Black and White, Soft Focus, Fisheye Effect, Toy
Camera Effect, Miniature Effect, Art Bold Effect, and Water Painting Effect.
Five dedicated effects are also available for movie recording, an include
Memory, Dream, Old Movies, Dramatic B&W, and Miniature Effect.
Picture Style settings: Auto, Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Fine
Detail, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, and User Defined 1-3.
Language support: English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese,
Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech,
Hungarian, Romanian, Ukraine, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified/Traditional
Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
