Camera "Canon 650D": specifications and customer reviews
"Canon 650D" is a digital mirrorcamera, released in 2012. In the manufacturer's lineup, he came to replace the 600D model. Designed for both novice amateur photographers and enthusiast photographers. Want to know the features of the model "Canon 650D", reviews of professionals, pros and cons of purchase? Read on, and we will answer all of these questions in detail.
General view
When creating this model, the main goalthe manufacturer was making the Canon 650D easy to use. For this, he has found new modes of automatic shooting, as well as a rotary touch-sensitive LCD screen. An impressive number of more complex functions are useful for experienced photographers.
Despite the fact that the "Canon 650D" specificationspretty standard for its price category, it has something to boast of when considering it in detail. This is not just a repetition of the 600 D model, but with a touch LCD display. For example, for the first time in the EOS line, the camera can automatically focus when shooting video.
Standard set
Here's what's included in the "Canon 650D":
- instruction and printed pocket guide;
- the lens is 18-135 mm;
- battery and charger,
- a carrying strap around the neck;
- USB cable;
- 2 CD - with software and instruction for its use;
- the camera itself.
Appearance, usability
"Canon 650D" is quite compact, fits in the palm of your hand. The case is made of reliable strong black plastic, it is convenient to hold in hands due to rubber overlays.
The screen is liquid-crystal, its diagonal is 3 inches, the resolution is 720 x 480 pixels.
The screen recognizes standard gestures: select, flip, zoom, and also allows you to quickly and easily change the focus point in real-time preview mode.
On the right side of the building there is a familiarwheel with a choice of shooting modes. Auto mode independently analyzes the object and selects optimal shooting parameters, just like in conventional digital cameras.
Technical data
"Canon EOS 650D" can boast of good characteristics.
The maximum resolution of the picture is 5184 x 3456pixels (18-megapixel sensor). This means that you can print A3 pictures in high quality. Not interested in the paper aspect of photography? Then you will be pleased with the fact that you can crop the frame, and still there will still be a fairly large clear picture.
Digic 5 processor is 6 times faster than itspredecessor in the model 600D. What does this give you? Quickly select settings, as well as the correction of the finished material and its viewing. The camera can shoot in continuous shooting mode at a speed of 5 frames per second. But only 22 JPEG files, 6 RAW files in a row, or just 3 pairs of JPEG + RAW.
It's pretty good speed, but herebecomes one of the significant drawbacks of the model. Namely - a small memory buffer. So you can shoot quickly (which is important when working with animals or when shooting sports events), but not for long.
For the same reason, live preview mode sometimes freezes.
Built-in Speedlite transmitter allows you to work with an external flash.
An interesting addition that appeared in the cameraCanon 650D is a filter for editing a snapshot. They can be applied before or after you have pressed the shutter. This feature is also borrowed from digital cameras and is designed for novice photo enthusiasts.
Another innovation - two shooting modes for difficult lighting conditions:
HDR Backlight Control allows you to take clear pictures with high contrast. The camera takes 3 frames - dark, illuminated, normal, and combines them into one high-quality picture.
Handheld Night Scene - manual night shooting mode- allows you to work without a tripod. This effect is achieved due to the fact that the camera takes several shots in a row with a long shutter speed and then also combines them into one good shot. This is a useful feature for those cases where you do not want to spend a lot of time preparing for shooting.
Lenses
When it comes to a SLR camera, optics- This is a very important aspect. The quality of your pictures can seriously depend on it, so beginners often get lost, which lenses to choose. But since this model is designed to make life easier for users, with the purchase you get a pretty good Canon 650D lens of 18-135 mm. You can take both macro shots and landscapes with it. It will allow you to clearly understand what your needs are and, if necessary, buy another one.
The full range of sensitivity "Canon650D ”is increased to a maximum of ISO 25600. Predictably, images taken with the ISO 100 setting are clear and noise free. The latter appear on the dark areas of images taken at ISO 6400, when viewed on a computer screen. At ISO 12800, pictures can still be used, but the new settings mode is best used to suppress digital noise (although it only works when shooting in JPG format, for other formats you will have to use the usual settings for noise reduction).
Video shooting
Camera "Canon 650D" offers itsthe owner is quite ample opportunity. So, he can shoot video in Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. On top of the case there is a built-in stereo microphone.
The shooting speed in Full HD mode can be selected at 24.25 or 30 frames per second, and 50 or 60 frames when shooting in VGA mode with a resolution of no more than 720p.
In the lens that comes standardconfiguration, using stepper linear motors, thanks to which the autofocus operation during video shooting is possible. But keep in mind that they make a little noise that the built-in stereo microphone can catch. In addition, while autofocus adjusts to the image, the subject may defocus for a few seconds.
In Video Snapshot mode, you can record short 2, 4, 8-second videos and merge them into one file in order to facilitate installation.
For those who like to sound at a height, there is a connector for connecting an external microphone.
The camera has a mini HDMI port, which allows you to view the footage on any HD-TV. But he does not have a headphone jack.
How long does the battery last?
A standard LP-E8 battery allows you to take 400-440 shots when using the optical viewfinder, 150-180 shots when applying a preview on the LCD screen, or 1.5 hours of video recording.
What do real buyers think about the Canon 650D camera?
Reviews are mostly positive. Buyers note the ease of use of the camera, the high quality of the result of the work, as well as its versatility. After all, it’s easy to make not only beautiful pictures, but also videos. Camera "Canon 650D" allows you to experiment and discover new facets of creativity without additional equipment costs.
Touchscreen for many facilitates and speeds up the work of choosing the right settings, so that although it seems superfluous at first glance, the actual experience of using proves the opposite.
The ability to rotate the screen also turnsA rather useful addition not only when you shoot at an angle, but also when the object is low. So, you can put the camera on the ground, bend the display and clearly see it, there is no need to go to bed yourself.
Camera cons
And what are the drawbacks revealed by buyers at “Canon650D? Reviews note the noise from the autofocus, so if you work without an external microphone, then manual focusing may be preferable - with it the noise from the lenses is almost indistinguishable.
Also inconvenient battery. When fully charged it is enough for small photo shoots near the house. But if you have planned a long job or responsible shooting (weddings, for example), you will have to get a spare battery.
Also, one of the first parties inflamed scandal. Rubber linings are whitened due to the fact that they were accidentally contaminated with zinc oxide during production. This substance can cause allergic reactions, and many buyers returned their cameras. Therefore, it is worth checking the serial number before purchase: if the sixth digit is 1, this is the same defective lot.
Let's sum up the results
For the "Canon 650D" photo and video in highquality is an everyday task. Build quality, ease of use, characteristics that are completely untrue - all this has provided him an impeccable reputation. For many amateur photographers, it became the first serious device. Its charm is that it is perfect for a beginner, and for a long time will meet his needs, even with the growth of skills.
