Canon Announces White EOS 100D (Rebel SL1) and EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens For the UK

White EOS 100D

Canon released the white Rebel SL1/EOS 100D with white 18-55mm IS STM lens for the European market. Availability from May 2014 and a price around £499/€599.

Canon press release:

Canon unveils white editions of EOS 100D and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens

United Kingdom, 16 April 2014 – Canon today introduces a new white edition of the world’s smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR , the EOS 100D, as well as a new white version of its EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens. Ideal for first time users looking to explore the world of DSLR photography, the new editions to the EOS range make it easy for anyone, whatever their skill level, to capture and relive special moments in stunning detail.

Measuring just 116.8 x 90.7 x 69.4mm, the EOS 100D is compact enough to always carry with you and features an 18 MP APS-C Hybrid CMOS AF II sensor and a range of simple controls and automatic shooting modes, making capturing stunning images and Full HD movies effortless. The incredibly lightweight and compact body provides a traditional DSLR shooting experience while the large 7.7cm (3.0”) ClearView II touch screen, makes it easy to adjust settings and review images straight after capture.

The white EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens is the perfect partner for the new EOS 100D, providing the flexibility to capture everyday subjects from sweeping landscapes to close-up portraits. An Optical Image Stabilizer ensures images are captured with impressive detail and clarity, while the near-silent STM technology also ensures noise is kept to a minimum whilst focusing in movies.

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Canon Rebel T5/EOS 1200D Technical Report (Canon Camera Museum)

Rebel T5

The Canon Camera Museum published a technical report about the Rebel T5 (EOS 1200D in Europe).

The article’s index:

  1. Development objectives
  2. Advanced digital functions for fine detail and top picture quality
  3. Upgraded core camera functions
  4. Enhanced image creation functions
  5. Live View shooting functions
  6. Improved movie shooting functions
  7. Same rich playback functions and photobook options as found on the top-end model
  8. Supported accessories

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Canon EF Lenses 101: Fish-Eye Lenses


Canon posted a new video of their ongoing series “Canon EF lenses 101”. This video is about fish-eye lenses.

With its 180º field of view, fisheye lenses give a unique view of the world. Photographer and educator Matt Kloskowski shows some examples of the amazing images you can capture with Canon lenses like the 8-15mm lens.

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art Lens Hands-on And Reviews Round-Up

Are you still on the fence for the awesome Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens? Do not, and grab this outstanding lens as soon as you can. Pre-orders can be made at  B&H Photo (click here) and Adorama (click here), stocks are limited. The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 sells for ridiculous $949. The price is ridiculous if you consider that the auto-focusing Sigma can easily hold up to the $4,000, manual focusing Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4. Not bad, eh?

  • Head2Head: Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens vs. Canon 50mm f/1.2 – SLR Lounge
  • Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art lens test – fstoppers
  • Using the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 in a lifestyle shot – fstoppers
  • Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art Review: Great Glass That Punches Above Its Price – Gizmodo
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Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art