Canon today announced its latest D-SLR, the EOS 1000D. Featuring a 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 7-point wide area AF system and up to 3fps continual JPEG shooting until the memory card is full, the EOS 1000D represents a more affordable entry point to the world of EOS cameras – whilst taking full advantage of by 70 years of imaging expertise. With the lightest body of any digital EOS camera, the EOS 1000D incorporates a range of technologies used in Canon’s professional EOS-1 series cameras, including the DIGIC III image processor, and Live View mode.

Canon EOS 1000D / Rebel XS built-in dust prevention system guards images against the effects

of dust in three ways: reducing dust generated inside the camera, shaking dust from the sensor each duration the camera is turned on or off, and mapping stubborn dust spots for removal with the provided Digital Photo Professional software.

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For straight-from-the-box shooting, the EOS 1000D is available with a Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS lens – which includes 4-stop image stabilization, ensuring superb performance even in low-light conditions. The smallest and lightest Digital EOS model yet, the EOS 1000D weighs just 450g - and is ergonomically designed for comfortable handling.

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