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CMOS sensor technology
Each EOS camera contains a CMOS sensor,
designed to capture noise-free, high resolution
images packed with detail and outstanding
colour. Canon controls every aspect of the
sensor-production process, from research
and development to final production,
meaning that each sensor is bespoke;
custom-designed for a particular EOS model.
The photosites on a Canon CMOS sensor are
fitted with individual microscopic amplifiers.
This provides extraordinary sensitivity in low
light, while minimizing noise and
maintaining image quality. The relatively
large size of these photosites enables EOS
photographers to capture a wide dynamic
brightness range, preserving detail in bright
highlights and deep shadows. A low-pass
filter fitted in front of the sensor reduces
artifacts such as Moire patterns and false
colours, often seen when fine-detail are
photographed at high resolution.
Robust design and manufacture
Built from the ground up for professional
use, with input from a wide range of
photographers, Canon’s EOS-1D series
and EOS 5D Mark II digital cameras are
designed to handle, whatever life throws
at you. Each is built around a strong,
lightweight chassis and dozens of
weatherproof seals ensure that every control
and accessory port is sealed against dust
and moisture. Even the cameras’ sensitive
electronics are protected from harmful
radiation by electromagnetic shielding.
The shutter in an EOS-1 series camera is
tested for 300,000 cycles, and performance
is assured at temperatures ranging from
0 to 45°C, and at humidity levels of up to
85 per cent. Add first-class quality control
during manufacture, and you have a
professional tool that won’t let you down
when the pressure is on.
Core Canon technologies
that make the difference.
Self cleaning CMOS senor unit
EOS 5D Mark II
CMOS sensor