The EOS-1Ds advantage starts at the
imaging sensor.
And what a tremendous breakthrough it is. A
full-frame CMOS sensor – manufactured by
Canon – with an imaging area of 24 x 36mm, the
same dimensions used by full-frame 35mm SLRs.
It has 11.1 million effective pixels with a maxi-
mum resolution of 4,064 x 2,704 pixels. This is
almost double the resolution currently considered
state-of-the-art by most professionals.
CMOS sensor (Actual size)
Your wide-angle lenses act like
wide-angle lenses.
Finally, every EF lens will work the same on a
digital SLR as it does on your 35mm film
cameras, with the same coverage. It’s one less
thing for the pro to think about on location, and
it’s one more thing to ease the transition from
film into digital. Even for wide-angle shooters.
The proven performance of Canon’s
own CMOS technology evolves to the
next level.
The EOS D30 and D60 showed the world how
Canon-developed CMOS imaging sensors com-
bine superb color, dynamic range, and low noise.
Now, the EOS-1Ds almost doubles the D60’s
resolution for a quantum leap in digital image
quality. With the same Canon CMOS benefits.
Battery life has been improved by
reducing power consumption.
Battery longevity is an important consideration,
particularly when shooting outdoors. Fortunately,
CMOS sensors consume less power than CCD
sensors of the same resolution. Moreover, the
EOS-1Ds’s electronic circuits ensure that electricity
flows only to active components, in the absolute
minimum required amounts. Thanks to the EOS-
1Ds’s efficiency, the NP-E3 battery pack lasts up
to 600 exposures (at normal temperatures) on a
single charge.
Exclusive new technology meets the
challenge of processing large files.
Today’s digital pros demand speed and respon-
siveness along with high quality, and Canon has
developed new 2-channel reading to ensure that
the EOS-1Ds delivers both. It doubles the reading
speed of previous systems, and turns the dream
of combining incredible 11.1 million pixel resolu-
tion with 3 fps shooting speeds into a reality.
Unprecedented file sizes, processed
with unprecedented quality at
unprecedented speed.
The EOS-1Ds’s imaging engine is one of the keys
to its exceptional image quality. This advanced
“chip” processes and assembles image data cap-
tured by the sensor to achieve the same color
accuracy and wide tonal range as regular film-
based cameras. And even with almost twice the
pixel resolution of previous pro cameras, the
imaging engine still supports a 10-frame buffer
memory at framing rates up to 3 fps!
Imaging engine
Extensive noise reduction measures
ensure images of consistent high
quality.
The EOS-1Ds reduces noise through various
refinements. Dark current countermeasures and
noise reduction processing in the imaging
engine, for example, contribute to an extremely
high S/N ratio, and an extremely low level of
noise in the EOS-1Ds’s images.
10 white balance (WB) modes and WB
bracketing allow versatile response to
different lighting conditions.
The goal: accurate overall color balance in each
and every image you shoot. The method: an
incredible array of white balance (WB) options,
including a Canon exclusive – manual adjust-
ment of color temperature in 100K increments
from 2,800K~10,000K – and even a white
balance bracketing function. The EOS-1Ds places
color control where it should be: in the hands of
the photographer.
Adjust default imaging settings in the
camera, using Parameters.
The EOS-1Ds user has flexibility beyond the
expected. Shooting in high or low contrast
conditions? Add a parameter set with an adjusted
Tone Curve*, and call it up on the menu whenever
you want. Similar changes can be made to the
amount of JPEG compression, and two types of
in-camera sharpening.
* Tone curve settings must be customized and uploaded into the
EOS-1Ds via computer.
Color Matrix: your choice of color
saturation and color space.
Canon’s unique Color Matrix function lets you
select any of five different color characteristics.
The Color Matrix 4 setting, for example, is
optimized for Adobe RGB 1998 and provides a
broad color spectrum with low saturation.
Only digital cameras give you this kind
of freedom with ISO speeds.
Any ISO speed in the normal 100 to 1250 ISO
range can be selected in 1/3-stop increments.
When specialized needs arise, a Custom Function
allows you to choose an ISO setting of 50. ISO
speed bracketing is also possible (±3 stops in
1/3-stop increments), enabling exposure to be
varied while keeping the same shutter speed and
aperture settings.
A large, 2-inch TFT LCD monitor – now
with the option to magnify images.
The high-definition LCD monitor on the back of
the EOS-1Ds can display vital information such
as shooting and image data, a histogram and
highlighted alerts. An enlargement mode avail-
able via Personal Function allows you to check
the focus more closely by selecting and enlarging
one of 25 sections of the image.
3 fps continuous shooting for up to
10 shots, even at the highest quality
setting.
Fast data reading by the CMOS sensor and rapid
imaging processing by the high-performance
imaging engine together achieve a continuous
shooting speed of 3 fps, even at the highest
quality setting.
Simultaneous RAW and JPEG image
recording for ultimate quality and
convenience.
The RAW image format is ideal for printing and
processing, while the JPEG format is convenient
for quickly checking images and transferring
data. With the EOS-1Ds you can record every shot
in both of these formats simultaneously, at full
speed, for maximum productivity.
High-speed IEEE1394 interface and
large-capacity FAT32 format.
The right combination for ultra high-
quality image data.
The EOS-1Ds comes equipped with an IEEE1394
(“FireWire
®
”) interface, allowing speedy plug-
and-play data communication with computers.
For studio photography, new 4.5m IEEE1394
cables are available. The camera automatically
formats the CF card for either FAT16 or FAT32
according to the maximum storage capacity. FAT32
is selected for capacities higher than 2GB.
Capture the exact moment with a top
shutter speed of 1/8000 sec.
The same durable, high-speed, high-precision
mechanical shutter that professionals have come
to trust in the EOS-1v is employed in the EOS-
1Ds. Shutter speed can be selected between
1/8000 and 30 seconds in 1/3-stop increments,
with X-sync up to 1/250 sec.
45-point Area AF for framing freedom
and reliable AF performance.
The Area AF system offers 45-point Automatic,
45-point Manual, 11-point Manual, and 9-point
Manual settings. Points are spread over an 8 x
15mm AF ellipse that covers a large part of the
image.
Six metering options, for total expo-
sure control in almost any situation.
In addition to 21-zone Evaluative Metering,
Canon’s metering system allows your choice of
Center-weighted Metering, Central Partial
Metering, Central Spot Metering, Focusing Point-
linked Spot Metering or Canon’s unique Multi-
Spot Metering – the EOS-1Ds can automatically
average up to eight separate spot meter readings.
High-speed response enhances
ease of use.
With its shutter release time lag of 55ms and
viewfinder blackout time of only 87ms, the
EOS-1Ds’s operation feels identical to that of
the world’s fastest 35mm AF SLR, the EOS-1v.
Highly durable, with excellent dust
and moisture resistance, the EOS-1Ds
is built to take on the world’s harshest
conditions.
Lightweight yet durable, with a chassis and
external covers made of magnesium alloy, the
EOS-1Ds is thoroughly sealed and protected from
water and dust infiltration. Its rugged design
meets professional demands for even the most
hostile environments.
New File Viewer Utility for more
convenient handling of RAW images.
This new stand-alone application enables “devel-
opment” of RAW images, viewing of images,
and customization of camera settings right in the
camera. It thus dramatically simplifies operation
and accelerates image processing. The utility
comes bundled with software that supports the
latest operating systems* and handles various
tasks, including image viewing and management,
remote control of the camera, layout printing and
image editing.
* Mac OS X compatibility planned for first quarter of 2003.
Thumbnail display
The world’s first digital SLR that
can prove its images are unaltered,
original files.
An optional accessory Data Verification Kit DVK-
E1 consisting of a dedicated IC card and card
reader, together with special Windows 2000/XP
software is available to verify that EOS-1Ds image
files are absolutely unaltered. This may well be a
landmark for digital imaging in law enforcement
and many other documentary uses.
The EOS-1Ds is fully compatible with all Canon EF
lenses, from ultra-wide-angle to super-telephoto.
Canon’s professional L-series lenses have received
worldwide acclaim from professionals.
All photos in this leaflet, including the cover photo, were taken by the EOS-1Ds.
11.1 million pixels. A full-frame CMOS sensor.
This is what professionals have been asking for.
The numbers are staggering:
11.1 million pixels. 3 fps for up
to 10 consecutive frames in a
burst. It’s digital like you’ve
never seen before.
More exclusive technology:
Canon’s imaging engine.
Versatile color control at the
user’s fingertips.
All the strength, responsiveness,
and versatility you expect from
Canon’s best.
Sophisticated applications
answer professional needs.
