Canon EOS 80D, G7 X Mark II, SX720 HS and 18-135mm USM Lens Announced

Today Canon officially announced the new Canon EOS 80D, G7 X Mark II, EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens and several other new products:

  • Canon EOS 80D
  • Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II
  • Canon PowerShot SX720 HS
  • Canon PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter
  • Canon DM-E1 Directional Microphone

Pre-order links:

Canon EOS 80D Body: $1,199 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS 80D with 18-55mm Lens: $1,349 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS 80D with 18-135mm IS USM Lens: $1,799 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens: $599 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II: $699 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon PowerShot SX720 HS: $379 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter: $149 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon DM-E1 Directional Microphone: $249 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Featuring a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, the Canon EOS 80D DSLR is capable of capturing high-resolution images at up to 7 fps and Full HD 1080p60 video, both with reduced noise and high sensitivity up to an expanded ISO 25600 for working in difficult lighting conditions. When working with the optical viewfinder, an apt 45-point all cross-type AF system affords fast performance in a range of lighting conditions for tracking moving subjects and working in low light, while the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system benefits live view shooting and movie recording by providing a smooth, natural focusing quality akin to the way a camcorder acquires focus.

Updated features in Canon EOS 80D DSLR Camera include:

  • New 45-point all cross-type AF system
  • Intelligent Viewfinder with approximately 100% viewfinder coverage
  • Newly Developed 24.2 Megapixel (APS-C) CMOS sensor
  • DIGIC 6 image processor for enhanced image quality
  • Improved Dual Pixel CMOS AF for smooth, fast and accurate autofocus with video and stills
  • Built-in Wi-Fi®2 and NFCTM2 capability for easy transfer of images and movies to compatible mobile devices
  • 1080/60p Full HD video to capture brilliant results in MP4 format for easy movie sharing on select social networking sites
  • Vari-angle Touch Screen 3.0-inch Clear View LCD II monitor enables flexible positioning and clear viewing even outdoors

Utilizing a 20.1MP 1″ CMOS sensor and DIGIC 7 image processor, this Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II camera offers an expanded sensitivity of ISO 25600 and achieves smooth image quality with reduced noise when working in low-light conditions. Additionally, it is also capable of recording stills at up to 8 fps as well as Full HD 1080p60 video.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II Key Features:

  • 20.1MP 1″ CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor
  • 4.2x Optical Zoom f/1.8-2.8 Lens
  • 24-100mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Tilting LCD Touchscreen
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC
  • Expanded ISO 25600, Up to 8 fps Shooting
  • Intelligent IS Image Stabilization
  • Manual Control Ring, Time Lapse Movie

Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Camera is a sleek point-and-shoot capable of versatile stills shooting and Full HD 1080p movie recording. Utilizing a 20.3MP 1/2.3″ High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, smooth image quality is afforded along with enhanced low-light sensitivity and minimal noise when working with sensitivities up to ISO 3200.

Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Key Features:

  • 20.3MP 1/2.3″ CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 6 Image Processor
  • 40x Zoom Lens, 24-960mm (35mm Equiv.)
  • 3.0″ 922k-Dot LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • Intelligent IS Image Stabilization
  • Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC
  • ISO 3200, Up to 5.9 fps Shooting
  • Zoom Framing Assist
  • Story Highlights and Creative Shot Mode

Canon PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter Key Features:

  • Compatible with EF-S 18-135mm IS USM
  • Provides Electronic Zooming Control
  • Smoother Zoom Movements for Video
  • Zoom Mode and Speed Settings Switches
  • Integrated Locking Mechanism

Canon DM-E1 Directional Microphone Key Features:

  • External Mic for Digital Cameras
  • 90°/120° Stereo & Shotgun Modes
  • Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 16 kHz
  • Integrated Shock Mount
  • Wind Screen Included
  • Built-In Power Supply, Power Status Lamp

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Key Features:

  • EF-S Mount Lens/APS-C Format
  • 28.8-216mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • One UD Element & One Aspherical Element
  • NANO USM Autofocus System
  • Image Stabilizer and Dynamic IS
  • Compatible with PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter

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