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dimanche 25 mai 2014

TEST Canon 7D Mark II


Prevista per novembre del 2014 la nuova Canon 7D Mark II


L'arrivo di questo nuovo modello offrirà delle buone occasioni 
sul modello precendete che non verrà più fabbricato e già adesso viene venduto a prezzi decisamente abbordabili.
La canon 7D grazie alla sua robustezza e alle sue qualità di reflex professionale resta un valido acquisto.



  • sensore da 20.2 MPx CMOS di tipo  APS-C ,associato al doppio processore di immagine digic 6  
    la versione piu' avanzata dei processori canon come sul modello precedente la 7D è dotata di biprocessore garantendo una velocità senza eguali e un controllo dell'esposizione e della messa a fuoco rapidissima.
  • ISO 100-16000
  • Auto focus da 65-punti questo autofocus veloce è affidabile è la vera novità di questa nuova versione.
  • possibilità di scattare fino a  10.0 fps la canon 7d si è sempre distinta per sua velocità di scatto è per questo motivo è molto apprezzata per la fotografia di sport.
  • modalita video in HD che grazie al sistema di auto focus garantisce video superlativi e sempre a fuoco con il sistema che mantiene a fuoco la scena in continuo .
  • tecnologia Dual Pixel CMOS AFper garantire una immagine sempre a fuoco soprattutto nella modalità video in
    Live-View.
  •   La Canon EOS 7D Mark II digital SLR camera è progettata per fotografi e videofotografi sia amatori evoluti che professionisti che desiderano una fotocamera con qualità superiori,  (200,000 cicli)polivalente e robusta infatti grazie al suo corpo tropicalizzato e in lega di magnesio la canon 7D si fa apprezzare per la sua robustezza e per le sue caratteristiche antiumidità e antipolvere oltre che per la sua impugnatura pratica e maneggevole.
Questa fotocamera sicuramente sarà apprezzata da chi vuole una reflex decisamente veloce e robusta sicuramente non si tratta di un semplice upgrade ma di un modello nettamente piu' avanzato del precende visto che il sensore il processore e il sistema di autofocus sono tutti di ultima generazione , unica nota dolente è il prezzo di circa 1800 $ solo corpo che passano a 2250$ con una lente base decisamente troppo vicino a una reflex FX full frame, certo la velocità di messa a fuoco e di gestione delle immagini su questo modello non sono da sottovalutare visto che dispone di un doppio processore DIGIC 6 e di un autofocus performante di ultima generazione.
Il nostro consiglio è di acquistare questo nuovo modello se si vuole fare della fotografia sportiva o in tutti i casi in cui la velocità è una priorità o se si vogliono realizzare degli ottimi video.
Per la fotografia statica di moda ritratti ecc. forse è meglio puntare sulla canon 6D che grazie al sensore full-frame puo' dare piu' soddisfazioni,comunque la canon 7d mk ii si dimostra un modello   professionale e decisamente polivalente che grazie alla sua rapidità sia di scatto che di elaborazione immagine e al suo corpo ben disegnato robusto ,decisamente piu' maneggevole di alcune full frame decisamente troppo ingombranti,  puo' essere considerata come una delle migliori reflex sul mercato e sarà adottata da numerosi fotografi professionisti e non che vedono in questa reflex un potenziale senza pagaragoni in termini di qualità e di affidabilità.
  •        With a winning combination of cutting-edge operations and a robust, ergonomic design, it is optimized to make even the most challenging photography simple and easy. The EOS 7D Mark II features a refined APS-C sized 20.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor with Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors for gorgeous imagery. It shoots up to 10 frames per second at ISOs ranging from 100–16000 (expandable to H1: 25600, H2: 51200), has a 65-point* all cross-type AF system and features Canon's amazing Dual Pixel CMOS AF for brilliant Live-View AF. It has dual card slots for both CF and SD cards, USB 3.0 connectivity and even has built-in GPS** for easy location tagging, automatically. Compatible with an ever-expanding collection of EF and EF-S lenses plus a host of EOS accessories, the EOS 7D Mark II is an ideal tool for creative and ambitious photography.

    * The number of available AF points, and whether single line or cross-type, varies depending on the lens.
    ** In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore be sure to use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when traveling outside your home country. As a signal is received from GPS satellites, take sufficient measures when using in locations where the use of electronics is regulated.

    Superlative Sensor for Gorgeous Images

    20.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor and ISO 100–16000
    The EOS 7D Mark II has a newly designed 20.2 Megapixel sensor that delivers high-resolution image files with stunning detail and impressive clarity. Optimized for low-light shooting, the EOS 7D Mark II's sensor captures images at up to ISO 16000 (expandable to H1: 25600, H2: 51200) with remarkably low noise, thanks to its improved, higher sensitivity design. Phenomenal for stills, the EOS 7D Mark II's sensor is equally up to the task for movies, delivering Full HD capture even at rates of up to 60p.
    Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors
    The EOS 7D Mark II's sensor works seamlessly with its Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors for advanced image processing across the board. These image processors help the EOS 7D Mark II capture up to 1090 JPEG, 31 RAW, and 19 RAW + JPEG shots in a single burst for amazing action photography. Further, they enable the camera's powerful image processing on-the-fly: lens aberration, variances in peripheral illumination and image distortion can all be corrected in real time thanks to the EOS 7D Mark II's Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors.

    Speed Improvements Across the Board

    7D Mark II
    High speed continuous shooting up to 10.0 fps allows you to capture fast action
    With a new, rugged shutter designed for 200,000 cycles, the EOS 7D Mark II can shoot up to 10 frames per second to capture all the action. With super quick AF and exposure systems complementing the shutter's 55 msec shutter release time lag, the EOS 7D Mark II is tailored to meet and even exceed the speed of the action. Refined mechanics like a newly designed, more efficient shutter-drive motor and a vibration dampened mirror drive mean impressive performance for high caliber image quality, fast.
    Sophisticated Mirror Control System
    The EOS 7D Mark II camera employs an advanced mirror vibration control technology that enables the camera to support its speedy, continuous shooting capabilities while ensuring great image quality. The system uses a motor to help reduce the vibrations caused by high-speed shooting. By reducing the vibrations, the camera can achieve accurate and precise autofocus to provide steady and clear action shots at up to 10.0 frames per second.

    Brilliant, Speedy AF Tracking

    65-point* all cross-type AF system for high-performance, accurate subject tracking with EV -3 sensitivity (center point) for focusing in extreme low-light conditions
    An EOS first, the EOS 7D Mark II features 65 all cross-type AF points* for high precision AF at remarkable speed. Cross-type AF points ensure stable AF that is not influenced by the subject's shape or color. On the EOS 7D Mark II, the AF points are spread over a wide area of the frame, enabling faster AF, wherever the subject lies. With a central dual cross-type AF point of f/2.8, AF is enhanced with lenses faster than f/2.8. And thanks to this new system, AF is possible even in dim lighting as low as EV-3.

    * The number of available AF points, and whether single line or cross-type, varies depending on the lens.
    7D Mark II

    Achieve Impressive AF During Video Capture

    Canon's innovative Dual Pixel CMOS AF enables you to shoot video like a camcorder with smooth, fast, and accurate autofocus and lets you enjoy instant and precise autofocus even when shooting stills
    The EOS 7D Mark II features Canon's revolutionary Dual Pixel CMOS AF, a milestone in AF speed and accuracy that unlocks the potential of Live View shooting. This advanced technology has truly changed what is possible with a DSLR camera.

    Dual Pixel CMOS AF involves a sophisticated rethinking of the CMOS sensor. Traditionally, image sensors have one photodiode per pixel for recording, but the CMOS sensor on the EOS 7D Mark II has two photodiodes per pixel, 40 million in total, enabling each pixel on the sensor to both perform phase-difference detection autofocus and capture light. With phase-difference detection AF, autofocus is achieved quickly and easily on the camera. This unique AF system enables autofocus on approximately 80% of the image plane, vertically and horizontally, and helps ensure virtually no loss in image quality.

    7D Mark II
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    The benefits of Dual Pixel CMOS AF are clearly evident in Live View and video shooting, where the EOS 7D Mark II achieves natural, precise focus very quickly, even when switching between subjects. And, combined with the predictive power of Movie Servo AF, subjects in motion are smoothly and consistently tracked – once focus is locked, the EOS 7D Mark II holds on! Plus, with the shallow depth-of-field afforded by EOS optics, video gains a brilliant, cinematic ambience lacking when shooting video with many other Digital SLRs.

    HD Quality, EOS Performance

    Stunning Full HD video with custom Movie Servo AF (speed and sensitivity) for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, multiple frame rates including Full HD recording at 60p in MOV and MP4 formats and uncompressed HDMI out
    While offering performance improvements across the board for still photography, the EOS 7D Mark II is also an incredibly capable HD movie camera. Taking advantage of its Dual Pixel CMOS AF capabilities, the EOS 7D Mark II has customizable Movie Servo AF options: not only can AF location be defined, AF speed and tracking intervals can be specified too, for fluid, smooth focus transitions. The EOS 7D Mark II delivers refined and detailed image quality with Full HD 60P recording at ISO values up to 16000, has an HDMI output and records to both SD and CF cards for versatility and security during important shoots.

    Comprehensive Information, Right in the Viewfinder

    Intelligent Viewfinder II provides approximately 100% field of view for shooting ease
    The EOS 7D Mark II's Intelligent Viewfinder II makes it easy to both shoot, change and confirm camera settings and shooting modes all without looking away from the viewfinder. Displaying approximately 100% of the composition, the viewfinder can show settings like shooting mode, exposure level, white balance, drive mode, AF operation, metering mode, recording format, even an electronic level and more. All of this information can be displayed by or superimposed easily over the image for review while shooting, and multiple views are customizable through the EOS 7D Mark II's simple user interface.

    Specialty Controls, Built Right In

    Improved custom controls and built-in intervalometer and bulb timer for expanded creativity
    An EOS first, the EOS 7D Mark II offers time-lapse fixed-point shooting and long exposures without the need for a remote control. The EOS 7D Mark II's interval timer takes from 1 to 99 shots at preselected intervals, ideal for shooting flowers as they bloom or clouds drifting through the sky. Its built-in bulb timer keeps the shutter open for a designated amount of time, perfect for night photography, or to capture the flow of traffic on a street corner.

    Built to Perform

    Magnesium alloy body with shutter durability up to 200,000 cycles and enhanced dust and weather resistance
    The EOS 7D Mark II is constructed of the highest quality materials, and to exacting standards that ensure unfettered performance at all times. For example, the shutter can shoot at speeds up to 1/8000 sec. for up to 200,000 cycles, the chassis is built of lightweight and rigid magnesium, and the camera's seals are built to resist water and dust. This combination makes the EOS 7D Mark II ready for almost anything.

    Speed and Accuracy with Intelligent Subject Recognition and Analysis

    EOS Scene Detection System features a new 150,000-pixel RGB+IR Metering Sensor for improved precision
    The EOS 7D Mark II has an amazing iSA Intelligent Subject Analysis system that employs an independent RGB light sensor with approximately 150,000-pixel resolution. This sensor enables Canon's intelligent Tracking and Recognition system (iTR AF) that detects and tracks subjects, automatically switching the AF point to optimize tracking. With new tracking algorithms tailored to recognize faces and colors, this system serves as a brilliant foundation to the EOS 7D Mark II's AF system.

    Extraordinary GPS, Built-in

    Built-in GPS* Receiver provides a digital compass, records location information (longitude, latitude, elevation and universal coordinated time (UTC)) as EXIF information for geotagging images when shooting
    Ideal for travel or nature photography, the EOS 7D Mark II's built-in GPS* can record longitude, latitude and altitude data as EXIF data, can track movement at set intervals with its logging function, and can even set the camera's internal clock to local time! When using the logger function on a computer, you will see the exact route you travelled, and the map will show you where and when you took each image.

    * In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore be sure to use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when traveling outside your home country. As a signal is received from GPS satellites, take sufficient measures when using in locations where the use of electronics is regulated.

    Sharp and Clear Viewing

    3.0-inch Clear View II LCD monitor (approximately 1,040,000 dots) for bright and clear viewing
    The EOS 7D Mark II comes with a 3.0-inch Clear View II LCD monitor for shooting videos and stills. Displaying fine detail (at approximately 1.04 million dots), this screen is perfect for composing and reviewing images. Thanks to a solid construction between the monitor's resin-coated cover and the liquid crystal display, reflections are minimized, and the display can be viewed with reduced glare. The LCD's surface is treated with a smudge-resistant coating to minimize fingerprints and maintain a bright, clear image display.

    Additional Features

    Anti-flicker shooting
    The EOS 7D Mark II features a new flicker detection system that not only alerts the user in the viewfinder, but with the camera's Anti-Flicker Shooting function can compensate for flickering light sources, taking shots only at peak light volume. This feature is useful for minimizing disparities in color and exposure, especially during continuous shooting in sub-optimal lighting situations.
    In-camera lens aberration corrections
    To help photographers with achieving high quality images, the EOS 7D Mark II corrects image distortions like peripheral illumination, chromatic aberration and distortion, in-camera, as the image is recorded. When shooting in Live View mode, the results of distortion can even be monitored in real time through the EOS 7D Mark II's Image Simulation Function.
    USB 3.0
    The EOS 7D Mark II features a USB 3.0 digital terminal for fast transfer to PCs and printers, plus offers connectivity to Canon's WFT-E7 (Version 2) for wireless transfer and Wi-Fi® compatibility.