Yesterday, I was surprised by the rumuor that Canon plans to launch the Canon EOS Rebel T1 (1500D), which will be their newest Rebel series camera and the third Canon DSLR cameras launched this year (following the introduction of the Canon EOS Rebel T1i in March and Canon EOS 7D in just several weeks ago). Also, this is considered as the direct substitute of the Rebel XS (1000D) model.

The EOS Rebel T1 camera has high image resolution with the CMOS sensor of 12.2 million effective pixels, like the Rebel XSi. However, the major improvements, compared to the Rebel XS or Rebel XSi, are that some of the technologies are updated to match the Rebel T1i. For example, the image processor available in the camera is improved to DUAL DIGIC IV and the Rebel T1 also offers a High definition (HD 1080p) video with the frame rate of 30 fps. The LCD screen consists of 460,000 dots and the continuous shooting frame rate is up to 3.5 fps

According to the rumour, it’s still not sure whether the image stabilization technology is available. It is also suggested that the Rebel T1 is in the final testing stage, which means the camera may already be sent out for consumer testing. And, there is no major change in terms of size, weight and selling price. It is believed that the price will be just like the Rebel XS when it was released back in June 2008. The new EOS Rebel T1 camera is expected to be available for sales around Christmas season this year.

In overall, although there is no exciting technology development in the EOS Rebel T1, I think this could be good news for those of you who are looking for a new camera for yourself or as a Christmas gift for your friends or family members. But as I said, this is only a rumor leaked on many camera forums in the internet. So it’s better to wait and see the story pans out. But for the time being, I will definitely save the money for this one.

Canon has launched the new EOS 7D digital SLR camera model to enhance your DSLR system to the next step, which is particularly suitable for professional photographers. The new EOS 7D model provides photographers with a large APS-C size CMOS image sensors and the new 18 megapixel resolution with Dual DIGIC 4 imaging processor. Moreover, photo can be taken using maximum of ISO 12800, as well as the continuous shooting mode of as much as 8 frames per second.

The auto focus used in EOS 7D model is the 19-point cross-type AF sensor system with the improved AI Servo AF focus system, which enables users to have more control on tracking moving objects. Another feature that could help you save time is the AF Point switching. Under this feature, photographers are allowed to choose one AF spot from vertical shooting and another spot for horizontal. This will be a perfect fit for portrait shooting and studio shooting.

Canon EOS 7D offers an intelligent viewfinder using liquid crystal overlay for providing clearer and brighter display. It is perfectly designed to display focus point, customized gridlines and spot metering circle in the LCD screen. Furthermore, the new optical measuring system, iFCL Metering, provide 63-zone dual-layer metering sensor, which will measure the light based on the data from the focus spot and color to keep exposure levels more constant in every shot, even though the light source changes.

The special feature included in this Canon E7 is that photographers can shoot a high quality video. The full HD video can be captured at 1920 x 1080 pixels in the frame rate of up to 30p with the speed of 29.97 frames per second for smooth natural images found in general video camera. Alternatively, photographers can choose 25p, which enables photo with the softness just like a Hollywood film. Photographers can also completely adjust the video mode manually and can change brightness of the light while recording.

Other interesting features of the EOS 7D are that the body is made from magnesium alloy for better durability and is sealed to prevent dust and water droplets. Shutter can last more than 150,000 times used and this E7 model supports more than 60 types of Canon EF and EF-S lenses as well as other Canon accessories.

The Canon EOS 7D camera is expected to be available for in the US by the end of September 2009. The body is predicted to have a retail price of USD 1,699. For the body plus kit lens with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom, the price will be around USD 1,899.