Canon will release two new telephoto lenses for its EOS product family in April and May. The new lenses will include an Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) system that allows for a stabilization effect equal to a shutter speed four times faster.

The EF200mm f/2L USM and the EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM lenses are professional L-Series lenses with optical systems that use fluorite and UD lens elements to provide for...

Canon's new HV20 HD camcorder includes a 10X HD video zoom lens with super range optical image stabilization (OIS) and a Canon True HD 1,920 x 1,080 CMOS image sensor. With the additional 24p Cinema Mode, videos achieve a high-quality cinematic look and can be viewed on the 2.7-inch wide-screen LCD display.The HV20's horizontal design allows for creative control.

Another feature is the advanced accessory shoe, which can accommodate additional components, such as...

Ideally matched for the EOS 40D SLR, the optically image-stabilized Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS features wide-angle to mid-range zoom and offers a significant advantage of a lens-shift image stabilization system that has up to four full stops of image-shake correction.

The high-performance lens is powered by Canon's lens-shift system, which is optimal in low light, long zoom or movement while shooting. Using the viewfinder, the shooter is able to see the image stabilization effect in action, allowing for more accurate framing...

Canon introduces two new cameras in the PowerShot A-series: the A650 and A720. Both cameras are point-and-shoot and user-friendly, with a design that features a grip for natural fit and stable handling. The cameras each use Canon's Optical Image Stabilization technology for sharp and clear images and Digic III technology for power and speed.

The A650 features 12.1-megapixel resolution and a 6X optical zoom. The 21 shooting modes give the user more control, with the range of settings varying from Manual to Aperture-Priority and Shutter-Priority. The modes can be selected using the intuitive mode...

Canon has introduced two new compact PowerShot Digital Elph cameras, the SD950 and SD870. The two models feature Canon's box design and are both lightweight and compact. The SD950 has 12.1-megapixel resolution and a 3.7X optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS), while the SD870 has 8-megapixel resolution and a 3.8X wide-angle optical zoom with OIS.

The PowerShot SD950 incorporates Canon's Genuine Face Detection system and uses a Digic III image processor. The camera's other features include red-eye correction, an optical viewfinder, and a scratch-resistant and anti-reflection-coated...

Canon's new PowerShot G9 digital camera is designed for creative control and compact convenience. The camera comes standard with Raw Mode and gives the photographer the option of using RAW/JPEG simultaneous-capture functionality, JPEGs for immediate use and RAW images for reproduction. The 12.1-megapixel resolution and 6X optical zoom lens combine with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer for sharp results.

The PowerShot G9 lets the user review and compare photos prior to printing with Canon's Image Inspection Tool. The camera also links Image Inspection with Advanced Face Detection technology, automatically enlarging and detecting the main subject. Additionally, the camera comes with 23 shooting modes, including Automatic, Manual, Shutter-Speed-Priority, Aperture-Priority, two custom modes and special scene modes, such as...

Canon has introduced the new EOS 40D Digital SLR with a new autofocus sensor and enhanced 10.1-megapixel CMOS imaging sensor. Designed for amateur photographers and entry-level professionals, the EOS 40D offers a super-efficient Digic III image processor, the latest creation of Canon's proprietary image processing engine. The 6.5-frame-per-second shooting speed capability results in bursts of up to 75 large/fine JPEGs or 17 RAW images for continuous shooting, derived from the processor; DDR SDRAM high-speed memory; four-channel-per-line sensor readout; and two separate motors for shutter and mirror operation.

The camera features a 3-inch LCD screen and raised brightness level...

Canon has introduced the new 21.1-megapixel, ultra-high-resolution EOS-1Ds Mark III SLR. Designed with a ultra-low-noise CMOS sensor, the camera is fast and responsive, with a new ultra-wide-angle 14mm lens that fits perfectly with the full frame sensor. The compact camera has an alloy body, making it light in weight, versatile, and ideal for studio and field work.

For professional photographers, the five-frame-per-second shooting rate allows for a maximum of either 56 large/fine, 21-megapixel JPEGs or 12 RAW images, capturing fluid motion and free-flowing lines...

Canon has introduced its new 5-megapixel DC50 DVD camcorder. The slim design comes with Canon's Advanced Video Technology and top-tier photo features. The camcorder offers direct-to-DVD recording and accepts 3-inch DVD-R/-RW discs, which store up to 60 minutes of video on a single layer of disc or up to 108 minutes on dual-layer discs.

The camcorder has a 5.39-megapixel CCD image sensor with an RGB primary color filter that provides...

Canon has released three new 35x optical zoom camcorder models: the DC230, DC220 and DC210. The trio introduces Canon's longest optical zoom on a camcorder to date, with a 35X optical zoom lens (1,000x digital zoom). The camcorders combine the convenience, versatility and broad capability of DVD recording and playback.

Strategically placed controls allow for one-handed use, and the smooth contours of the model make for...