Canon EOS 850D w. EF-S USM 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6

Overview

Designed for first-time shooters, but capable enough for advanced imaging tasks, the Canon EOS 850D is a versatile DSLR with well-rounded photo and video capabilities. Featuring a 24.1MP APS-C-format CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor, high-resolution stills and UHD 4K video recording are supported, along with a wide ISO 100-25600 sensitivity range to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. Benefitting the imaging attributes, the sensor's design also facilitates Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which uses phase-detection autofocus for quick, accurate, and smooth focusing performance when recording movies or shooting stills in live view. When shooting stills using the optical viewfinder, a 45-point all cross-type phase-detection system is used for quick and accurate focusing in a variety of shooting scenarios.

The physical design incorporates a 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD, which uses a vari-angle design to permit easier viewing from high, low, and even front-facing angles. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC is available for quick and convenient pairing with a smartphone or tablet for wireless image sharing, and Bluetooth is also featured for image sharing to and remote camera control from a mobile device.

Key Features

24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 8 Image Processor

Both a 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor are used to deliver high sensitivity and fast performance to suit both stills and video applications. A flexible native ISO 100-25600 range suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, and the processing capabilities minimize noise for notable clarity and expandable sensitivity up to ISO 51200. The processor also enables up to 7 fps continuous shooting as well as UHD 4K video recording to suit working with moving subjects.

45-Point All Cross-Type AF and Dual Pixel CMOS AF Systems

Benefitting stills shooting with the optical viewfinder, a wide-area 45-point all cross-type phase-detection autofocus system provides quick and precise focusing in difficult lighting conditions. The cross-type design of the sensors affords greater accuracy in low-contrast and mixed lighting conditions, and the broad coverage of the 45 sensors is ideal for tracking and maintaining focus on moving subjects. Additionally, EOS 850D AF also prioritizes detected faces in a scene in order to maintain accurate focus during portrait shooting.

When recording video or shooting in live view, a Dual Pixel CMOS AF system is employed that offers smooth and fast focusing performance in a similar manner to how a camcorder acquires focus. This system integrates two separate photodiodes within each pixel to provide a broad and dense network of phase-detection gathering elements across a majority of the image sensor to reduce focus hunting for faster, more direct control of focus placement. When working with still imagery, this focusing system works to acquire focus quickly and accurately, making it ideally suited to shooting and tracking moving subjects so that critical focus is attained with each shot. Eye Detection AF can also be employed to prioritize focus on a recognized subject's eye. When shooting video, a Movie Servo AF mode offers smooth and natural focusing when changing from different subjects or different distances within the scene, as well as the ability to specify tracking sensitivity, AF speed, and Face Tracking priority. Benefited by the Touch AF system, rack focus is possible simply by touching elements within the scene on the touchscreen in order to change focus in an intuitive manner. Subject tracking in movies is also heightened due to the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system's ability to recognize subjects and maintain focus when working within changing or cluttered scenery.

UHD 4K Video Recording

In addition to stills, the EOS 850D also sports UHD 4K video recording at up to 24 fps, as well as Full HD and HD recording, and supports vertical video output for vlogging applications. Video recording is benefitted by the inclusion of Dual Pixel CMOS AF and the Movie Servo AF focusing functions, as well as the touchscreen design of the LCD monitor for intuitive control. Movie Digital IS also helps to steady recordings by minimizing the appearance of camera shake across five axes for smoother footage. Additionally, an external microphone jack is incorporated in the body design for greater control over your recorded sound.

Body Design and Wireless Connectivity

• Large 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD provides an intuitive method for controlling focusing points, navigating menus, and reviewing imagery. This screen also features a vari-angle design to better enable working from high and low angles.
• Optical pentamirror viewfinder serves a clear means for eye-level shooting.
• Built-in Wi-Fi allows for easy wireless sharing of both photos and movies to a linked mobile device.
• Bluetooth permits linking a smartphone or tablet for quick image sharing between devices as well as remote control capabilities.

Other Camera Features

• A 220,000-pixel AE metering sensor benefits both autofocus and exposure metering precision and enables Color Tracking for more accurately detecting skin colors.

EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

A versatile zoom optimized for both stills and video, the EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM from Canon is a 28.8-216mm equivalent lens designed for APS-C-format DSLRs. Incorporating NANO USM technology, this lens is characterized by its combination of a fast, stills-optimized ring-type Ultrasonic Motor and smooth, silent video-optimized stepping motor for all-around focusing performance to benefit multimedia image-makers. This dual-purpose AF motor also offers notably quicker performance throughout the zoom range for more responsive shooting from near to far. Additionally, also aiding both photo and movie recording, an Image Stabilizer system compensates for up to four stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. The lens is also compatible with the optional PZ-E1 Power Zoom Adapter for more natural and controllable zooming performance. Updated to suit the increasing presence of video in a photographer's workflow, this zoom is versatile in regard to both focus handling as well as with its wide-angle to telephoto reach.

Imaging Specifications

• Lens Mount: Canon EF-S
• Sensor Resolution: Actual 25.8 Megapixel, Effective 24.1 Megapixel (6000 x 4000)
• Sensor Type: 22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C) CMOS
• Crop Factor: 1.6x
• Image Stabilization: Digital, 5-Axis (Video Only)
• Capture Type: Stills & Video

Exposure Control

• Shutter Type: Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
• Shutter Speed: Mechanical Shutter: 1/4000 to 30 Seconds
• Bulb/Time Mode: Bulb Mode
• ISO Sensitivity: Photo: 100 to 25,600 in Auto Mode (Extended 100 to 51,200); Video: 100 to 12,800 in Auto Mode (Extended 100 to 25,600)
• Metering Method: Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot
• Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
• Exposure Compensation: -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
• Metering Range: -2 to 20 EV
• White Balance: Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten
• Continuous Shooting: Mechanical Shutter: Up to 7 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG); Up to 3 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG); Electronic Shutter: Up to 7.5 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG)
• Interval Recording: Yes
• Self-Timer: 2/10-Second Delay

Still Image Capture

• Image Sizes: 32 JPEG: 6000 x 4000, 3984 x 2656, 2976 x 1984, 2400 x 1600; 43 JPEG: 5328 x 4000, 3552 x 2656, 2656 x 1992, 2112 x 1600; 169 JPEG: 6000 x 3368, 3984 x 2240, 2976 x 1680, 2400 x 1344; 11 JPEG: 4000 x 4000, 2656 x 2656, 1984 x 1984, 1600 x 1600; 32 Raw: 6000 x 4000
• Aspect Ratio: 11, 32, 43, 169
• Image File Format: JPEG, Raw
• Bit Depth: 14-Bit

Internal Video Capture

• Recording Modes: MP4/H.264 420 8-Bit: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p 120 Mb/s; Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/29.97p/59.94p 12 to 60 Mb/s; HD (1280 x 720) at 59.94p 26 Mb/s
• Recording Limit: Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds
• Built-In Microphone Type: Stereo
• Audio Recording: AAC Audio

External Video Capture

• External Recording Modes: HDMI: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160), Full HD (1920 x 1080), HD (1280 x 720)
• IP Streaming: None

Interface

• Media/Memory Card Slot: Single Slot SD/SDHC/SDXC
• Video I/O: 1 x Mini-HDMI Output
• Audio I/O: 1 x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
• Other I/O: 1 x USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) Data Output, 1 x Canon E3 (2.5 mm Sub-Mini) Input
• Power I/O: None
• Wireless: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
• Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.): None

Monitor

• Size: 3.0"
• Resolution: 1,040,000 Dot
• Display Type: Articulating Touchscreen LCD

Viewfinder

• Type: Optical (Pentamirror)
• Eye Point: 19 mm
• Coverage: 95%
• Magnification: Approx. 0.82x
• Diopter Adjustment: -3 to +1

Focus

• Focus Type: Auto and Manual Focus
• Focus Mode: Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
• Autofocus Points: Phase Detection 45 (45 Cross-Type)
• Autofocus Sensitivity: -3 to +18 EV

Flash

• Built-In Flash: Yes
• Flash Modes: Auto, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction
• Guide Number: 39.37' / 12m at ISO 100
• Maximum Sync Speed: 1/200 Second
• Flash Compensation: -2 to +2 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
• Dedicated Flash System: eTTL
• External Flash Connection: Hot Shoe

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104F / 0 to 40C
• Operating Humidity: 0 to 85%

General

• Battery Type: 1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1040 mAh (Approx. 1240 Shots)
• Tripod Mounting Thread: 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
• Accessory Mount: 1 x Hot Shoe Mount
• Material of Construction: Polycarbonate
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.16 x 4.04 x 3" / 131 x 102.6 x 76.2mm
• Weight: 1.13lb / 515g (Body with Battery and Memory)

Kit Lens

• Focal Length: 18 to 135mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length 28.8 to 216mm)
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5 to 5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22 to 38
• Lens Mount: Canon EF-S
• Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
• Angle of View: 74°20' to 113°0'
• Minimum Focus Distance: 1.28' / 39cm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.28x
• Optical Design: 16 Elements in 12 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 7, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: Yes
• Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
• Dimensions (ø x L): 3.05 x 3.78" / 77.4 x 96mm
• Length at Maximum Extension: 5.67" / 144mm
• Weight: 1.13lb / 515g