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SKU:SN-214010;Description:Used Canon EOS Elan 7 (Film) SLR
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The Canon Elan 7 E Date features the eye-controlled focus system, the fastest means of focusing and metering a photographer can find. By using more focusing points and greater off-center coverage than other cameras in its class, this camera is able to take an exact reading in approximately 1/20 of a second. When the photographer brings the camera to their eye, their glance is tracked by the focusing system, allowing framing and focusing to become a single uninterrupted creative process. An easy, one-time calibration is all that's needed to activate the eye-controlled focus system. Once this calibration is complete, the camera is able to precisely detect which part of the viewfinder the photographer is using. It then automatically focuses the lens with amazing accuracy.
This system delivers crisp, sharply focused images whether the camera is in a vertical or horizontal position. The Canon Elan 7 is even able to store the distinct calibrations of up to five different photographers. Using an EF 300mm f/2.8 IS lens, it can track a subject moving at 186 mph until it's a mere 66 feet from the camera. This fast-focus system, combined with the ability to shoot at almost 4 frames per second, makes the Canon Elan 7 the perfect choice for capturing those demanding sporting events or special occasions when you don't want to miss a single moment. And considering its continuous shooting speed, the Elan 7 is also remarkably quiet. This feature gives the photographer the opportunity to shoot the perfect wildlife scene without disturbing or scaring the subject.
Part of the Elan 7's focusing system is the seven-point wide-area autofocus. The eye-controlled focus system was designed to work especially with this precision feature. Seven focusing points are arranged in a wide cross pattern with a central "cross-type" sensor. The wider-than-usual area gives the photographer the ability to achieve a remarkably sharp, focused image instantly. This function works whether the subject is off-center, stationary, in motion, in low light, or even in low-contrast situations. The shot will still come out sharp and crisp, and without the need to recompose the shot. By using the focusing-point selection keys, the user is able to select any of the seven focus points simply by pressing a key. Representing a bold innovation in speed and usability, this feature gives an additional amount of image control back to the photographer.
A highly advanced metering system, comprised of 35-zone evaluative metering sensors, is linked to the seven focusing points. Whether shooting indoors or outside, day or night, a seamless integration of exposure and focus assures remarkable clarity and contrast in any image. This system gives the photographer accurate control over situations that combine light and shadow or that feature strong backlight. When metering subjects against very dark or very bright backgrounds, partial-area metering measures 10 percent of the viewfinder around the chosen focusing point. This provides accurate image results when dealing with shadows or highlights. The photographer can also use the Elan 7's center-weighed metering function. This mode places greater emphasis on what it reads as the center of the frame by measuring the entire scene. No matter which function the photographer chooses, precision metering is guaranteed--whether the camera is in a vertical or horizontal position.
Giving the photographer even more creative control is the command dial. This allows manual control light, speed, aperture, and depth of field. Shutter priority lets the photographer choose the shutter speed, while the Elan 7 automatically selects the correct aperture. This function is especially useful when capturing action shots. With aperture priority, the photographer picks the aperture setting while the camera chooses the correct shutter speed. This is helpful when control over the depth of field is essential. Using the eye-controlled focus system to define the "sharp zone," the photographer can calculate the precise depth of field automatically. It's even possible to check the depth of field using the preview button. For added creativity, and to help everyone remember when all those special occasions took place, this particular model of the Canon Elan 7 will let the photographer print the date and time on the final image.
ME
Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2020
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Max B.
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2018
Works great! Viewfinder is big and bright and easy to compose images in. Autofocus works good too. I love all the modes on it customizations and whatnot. With 50mm f1.4 everything looks like magic.The only downside of this camera is that it looks like a digital camera and you loose the candidness--with something like a Canon ae-1, people want there picture taken with it, cause classic film cameras are fun and what not. But with anything that resembles a digital camera, folks think "this is not going on there internet, right?" and that makes'em hesitant--heck, I'd be too
Elizabeth Yoakum
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2016
Need to returnNot what we expected
Jack B Quik
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2009
This is a brand new film camera introduced in Oct 2000 as state-of-the-art technology at the time priced at over $1,000 MSRP. Seller had several in stock. Takes excellent pictures. Body design is ergonomically superior to other film SLRs of that era. Can be seen at [...] What a joy to use!
John
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2004
Till yesterday I was all praises for this camera and would have given 5 stars. Its got the features for a beginner to reach a serious amature role with low cost. Well yesterday it died on me. I have had the camera for 2.5 years and shot probably around 100 rolls with it.Now its a great camera. Its given me some awesome pictures. I like the metering except the fact that is does not have spot metering. This is a disadvantage. More over the the partial region of the camera is not well defined. I have the eye control. 85% it works and its great. But it does fail and irritates me at times. Low light focus is not so good but with the speedlight(420EX) it focus in a sec. What a difference. The depth of preview button is at time hard to findI love the fash 4 frames per second. I used it twice but it gave me great results. I love the feel of the camera.With all its defects I love the camera and might go in for the same.
Sri
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2003
For the record, I have been using this camera for over 2 years now and I shoot mainly nature and people.The Canon Elan 7E/EOS30 is a fantastic all around camera for beginners/intermediate photographers.At the time of buying this camera, there was a confusion whether to choose the rebel or the elan 7E. I would very strongly recommend anyone to consider buying the intermediate Elan 7 as compared to the basic rebel. The rebel has a very "plasticky" feel to it and if I remember correctly, there is a single knob to set both the aperture and the shutter speed. Once you move away from shooting it as point and shoot, you will realize that the single knob can get incredibely irritating.As for the "E" i.e. eye focus, I never really used it too much but am planning to shortly. So you can save some money by getting the Elan 7, if you so wish since the Eye feature is essentially just a gimmick. Now I also wish I had got the date feature, since down the road it might be an useful tool. (say, 40 yrs, from now, you want to know when the picture was taken ;) )The most wonderful thing about the ELan 7E is that it allows you to grow with it...It offers a whole bunch of features, that I think will take you from a beginning stage (point and shoot) to a more advanced stage (total manual) phase. After shooting over 20 rolls of film and slide, I still find myself reading the manual and noting down some new feature to try out on my next roll.Small piece of advice for beginners.. I realize now that the money you spend on lenses might be worth almost more than the money you spend on the camera. Coz even the best camera cannot produce a decent picture with a bad lens. I would strongly recommend avoiding the standard lens(28-90mm, I think) that comes bundled with it (even if the total package is cheap). I bought the body separate and a canon 28-105 f/3.5-4.5 and I have never regretted the decision. Its a relatively sharp lens at both ends and is always mounted on my camera for shooting almost anything. If you are on a tight budget get the Canon 50 mm 1.8 II which sells in most shops ... I am now slowly saving up for a L series lens.Besides the usual preset options like portrait,landscape,closeup,sports,night mode,the Elan 7E offers a whole bunch of features that I found really useful. Here are some of them,1) Depth of field preview button.2) DEP (depth of field AE) - this really helps if your lens does not have a distance scale (like the 28-105mm). Say for e.g., you need to preset the depth of scale from 0 to infinity, this feature helps you to achieve that effect without the distance scale on your lens.3) AE lock4) Exposure compensation - you can set the exposure compensation upto + or - 2 stops in half stop increments and you can do it without taking your eyes of the viewfinder.5) Auto exposure bracketting - for those really important pictures that you dont want to miss :)6) bulb exposures - allows you to have as long a exposure as you want. I found this really useful. I hear that some cameras have limitations on how long they can be exposed. (RS - 60E3 shutter release cable is really useful for this)7) multiple exposures8) mirror lockup etc etc etc.The built in flash suffices for all my needs. Lots of people recommended the battery pack, but I would suggest anyone buying this camera to first check it out themselves. I find the grip good enough for me.All in all, I just love this camera. I have been having great fun for past 2 yrs with it and am confident of having lots more fun for few more years at least and I dont think you will get a better performance for this price...If you have the money, just get it & start shooting !!Strengths:1) Solid feel and good looks2) Enough bells and whistles to keep you curious and interested for quite some time.3) focussing point selection with seven focussing points (auto or manual)4) whole bunch of lenses to choose from5) built in flash6) Rugged build - have used extensively in real hot weather(AZ) as well as sub zero temperatures (MI)7)Relatively light and compact.8)Best price/performance ratioWeaknesses:1) I feel an LCD would have been invaluable tool to have during low-lit situations2)Lack of spot metering - this is one feature I would have loved to use.3)Auto focus fails to activate when you try to shoot closeups(macros), cloudy landscapes or under low light situations4) Depth of field preview button is hidden...I have never been able to activate it without taking my eyes off the viewfinder !
sharon mcmullen orlet
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2000
This camera is the one I've been waiting for. If you've used the Rebel 2000, you know how the new metering system has brought wondrous canon to a whole new level. But the Elan has always been the camera to have: it has lock up so that you can focus on a flower without giggling when the shot is taken. You have more manual operations once you get familiar enough to get out on your own. Professionals use this one-- but it's not imposing. Since you're looking at the body only, you might already know that the best lens aropnd is the award-winning tamron 28?-300. Near or far,you don't need another lens. One thing a good friend told me: for flashes, always use manual 30 at 6.7--and do +1/3 indoor, or +2/3 outdoor it gives solid color, everytime. Good luck with finding your own favorite camera -- but this is the one for me.
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