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The DSLR advantage Change your lens, change your view Interchangeable lenses let you explore new perspectives, and look at familiar subjects from a different point of view. Technology that s easy to use The creative power of EOS in a DSLR that s so simple you ll be shooting great pictures from the moment you pick it up. Do your memories justice Enjoy photographing life s events creating superb images and dynamic video that you ll love to show off, and look back on for years to come. The 1200D is portable enough for me to take everywhere, but gives me great quality pictures. I really feel like I m making a photograph, not grabbing a snap. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 3
Step up to DSLR image quality For the times in your life that you ll want to look back on, the EOS 1200D delivers great quality images that you ll love for years to come. Being a DSLR, the 1200D lets me create shallow-focus images that have loads of impact. It s a great way to draw attention to my subject, placing it against a soft, blurred background. 4 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
Images packed with detail Shoot beautiful photos that are packed with rich detail and natural colours, and capture the mood of any occasion. Crop, rotate and reframe images without compromising on quality, and create large prints up to A2 in size perfect for framing at home. Shoot the world just as you see it It s ambient light that makes a scene special, and the EOS 1200D captures every last drop of it. When shooting inside or in dim conditions, the camera boosts its sensitivity for sharp, shake-free results without using flash. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 5
Learn as you shoot Shooting with a DSLR doesn t have to be complicated. In addition to the EOS 1200D s built-in Feature Guide, which explains the camera s functions using plain and simple language, is EOS Companion an app that explains the basics of photography, and how to get started with your new EOS camera. Use the EOS Companion App to explore the features and functions of the camera, discover new tips and tricks, and learn how to deal with tricky photographic situations. Get the EOS Companion app which helps you get started and learn to take great photos When I see a picture I like, I can just pick up the 1200D and grab the shot as I see it. There s no fiddling or adjusting with settings to get in the way. 6 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
Easy to use Great-looking photography has never been so easy. The EOS 1200D is designed from the ground up to be quick, simple and enjoyable to use. A camera you ll love to use Capture those special moments as they happen, with precision timing. A bright optical viewfinder sees through the camera s lens, showing the world as it really is. The ideal settings every time Compose a photo with the EOS 1200D and Scene Intelligent Auto will ensure great results with a minimum of fuss. The right combination of settings is chosen automatically for the subject being photographed, leaving you to concentrate on being creative. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 7
Technology that works for you Advanced features and state-of-the-art technology in a camera that s easy and enjoyable to use the perfect recipe for great looking photography. When I want to capture action I can put the 1200D into continuous mode, shoot at 3 frames per second and choose the best shot to keep! Getting creative When you want more input, the EOS 1200D offers plenty of opportunity for extra creative control. Start by experimenting with one of the EOS 1200D s subject-based modes each one tailor-made for a different theme. Portrait mode Scene Intelligent Auto Close-up mode 8 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
I can pick just one of the 1200D s focus points, which lets me be really specific about where I focus. Or I can let the camera decide which one to use, so I can concentrate on what happening in front of me. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 9
Creative Filter: Toy Camera Creative Filter: Soft focus Creative Filter: Fisheye Creative Filter: Monochrome Turning my pictures into black and white gives them a timeless feel, which I really like. 10 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
Creativity unplugged Tell stories, record memories and create dreams the EOS 1200D lets you be as creative with your photography as you want to be. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 11
EOS Movies Shoot great-looking movies with the same camera you use for photos. Capture the world around you in glorious Full HD video. It s as easy to shoot movies with the 1200D as it is to shoot photos. Just select movie mode on the camera s mode dial and press the start/stop button to begin recording the sights and sounds around you. View the EOS 1200D sample video at the following link: canon.co.uk/eos_1200d 12 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
Video Snapshot lets me capture short 2, 4 or 8 sec clips really easily. The 1200D combines them in to a single movie file that tells my story - which looks great on my TV back home. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 13
Your next steps The EOS 1200D is part of the EOS System a system of cameras, lenses and accessories trusted the world over by amateur and professional photographers alike. Get more in EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM A wide-angle zoom lens that gives broader views of landscapes When you are ready to take your next steps in photography you ll find lenses that can bring distant objects closer, let you get more of a scene in the frame, and give your portraits extra impact. Get impact EF 50mm f/1.8 II and EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Compact lenses that blur the background of portraits, making the subject stand out. 14 Our journey begins Surfs up! Bring on surf school
Some of the 70+ lenses in the EOS System Get closer EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM A telephoto zoom lens that brings subjects closer, so you can keep your distance. Can t wait to see the views Time to catch up with everyone 15
Record life s special moments with high quality photos and movies Capture detail and ambience, even in dark conditions Shoot with the right settings using Scene Intelligent Auto mode Simple step-by-step Feature Guide and EOS Companion app For detailed information please visit canon.co.uk/eos_1200d Canon Inc. canon.com Canon Europe canon-europe.com English Edition 0181W456 Canon Europa N.V., 2014 Canon (UK) Ltd Woodhatch Reigate Surrey RH2 8BF Telephone no 01737 220000 facsimile 01737 220022 canon.co.uk Canon Ireland 3006 Lake Drive Citywest, Saggart Co.Dublin, Ireland Telephone No: 01 2052400 Facsimile No: 01 2052525 canon.ie All photography: Canon Explorer Ulla Lohmann and Julian Love 16