Saturday, November 5, 2011

The Canon EOS-1D X is a beast of a camera, with it's full-frame sensor that harnesses 18 megapixels and the ability to reach an ISO of 100 to 51200 (The ISO can be expanded to an impressive 204,800)The 1D X also incorporates a new 61-point auto focus system as well as software configuration tools akin to those on the 7D model. Internally, the EOS-1DX features three DIGIC processors, including Dual DIGIC 5+ image processors that maintain the ability to deliver 17 times more processing speed than the previous DIGIC 4. D dedicated DIGIC 4 processor remains integrated for metering and AF control.

Its “Super High Speed Mode” also allow the user to increase shooting speeds up to 14 fps at its full 18-megapixel resolution while maintaining a 12 fps rate in One Shot AF of Al Servo AF. As is expected, the camera boasts the ability to record at 1080p in HD at up to 30fps or in 720p HD at 50fps or 60fps. Slated to make its debut sometime in March 2012, the EOS-1D X is expected to arrive with a price tag of $6,800 USD. There's definitely a lot of controversy going on over this camera, but the real question is: What's going to be Nikon's response to this?