Canon has won three EISA awards. The Canon EOS-1D Mark III was voted European Professional Camera 2007-2008. The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens was named European Professional Lens 2007-2008. The Canon PowerShot G7 won European Advanced Compact Camera 2007-2008. “These three awards are a worthy reflection of our commitment to innovation and imaging excellence that runs through all of our product groups.” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe.

Canon UK Press Release

Canon wins three prestigious EISA awards

United Kingdom / Republic of Ireland, 15 August, 2007: Three prestigious awards have been presented to Canon by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) – Europe’s premier consumer technology awards association. The Canon EOS-1D Mark III was voted European Professional Camera 2007-2008; the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens was named European Professional Lens 2007-2008; and the Canon PowerShot G7 triumphed as the European Advanced Compact Camera 2007-2008. The three awards underline Canon’s leadership position in the Western European D-SLR and digital camera markets.

“Canon is delighted to be honoured by the EISA Photo Panel,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. “These three awards are a worthy reflection of our commitment to innovation and imaging excellence that runs through all of our product groups.”

European Professional Camera 2007-2008: Canon EOS-1D Mark III
The world’s fastest D-SLR camera – capable of an incredible 110 frame burst at 10 frames per second – has re-written the rulebook for high-speed, professional photography. Built to withstand the toughest conditions, the camera has swiftly gained a reputation for its unique combination of durability and power.

Features include:
? 10.1 Megapixel APS-H CMOS sensor
? 110 frame burst at 10 fps
? Dual “DIGIC III” processors for high-speed, high resolution performance
? 14-bit image processing
? 19-point auto focus system
? EOS Integrated Cleaning System

European Professional Lens 2007-2008: Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
Compact and lightweight, the EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens incorporates a four stop Image Stabilizer for optimum low-light performance. Convenient proportions and supreme image quality have made the lens a favourite among professional photographers who need to travel light.

Features include:
? Compact lightweight body – 760g, 172mm in length
? Four stop Image Stabilizer with two modes
? 1x Fluorite and 2x UD lens elements for superior optical performance
? Ring type USM auto focus with full time manual override
? Circular aperture diaphragm for pleasing background blur
? Environmental seals for dust and moisture resistance

European Advanced Compact Camera 2007-2008: Canon PowerShot G7
Combining a classic ‘rangefinder’ design with an extensive feature set, the PowerShot G7 digital compact camera has proved a hit with amateur users looking to take their photography to the next level. The power of 10 Megapixel imaging and DIGIC III processing is complemented by 25 shooting modes – ranging from automatic to full manual controls.

Features include:
? 10 Megapixels
? 6x optical zoom with optical Image Stabilizer
? DIGIC III with advanced Noise Reduction technology
? Face Detection AF/AE
? 2.5” high resolution LCD with wide viewing angle
? ISO 1600 for flash-free, low light shooting

EISA
Established in 1982, EISA is Europe’s premier consumer technology awards association. Its expert voting panel comprises editors-in-chief from nearly 50 leading photo, video, audio, home theatre, convergence and mobile electronics magazines across 18 European countries.

About Canon (UK) Limited
Canon is a world-leading innovator and provider of imaging and information technology solutions for the home and office environments.

Canon has a global philosophy of Kyosei - living and working together for the common good, which clearly demonstrates commitment to customers, staff and the environment shared by all.

Canon (UK) Ltd is the UK marketing and sales operation for the US$32 billion global company based in Tokyo, Japan.  In the UK Canon employs around 2,000 people in various locations including Ireland and has achieved sales of £541m in 2005.

The main business focus for Canon (UK) Ltd is in two clearly defined market segments: Business Solutions covering both the office and professional printing environments (including: multifunctional printers, IT consultation, photocopiers, printers, large format printers, fax machines, document management hardware & software) and Consumer Imaging (input solutions: film and digital cameras, camcorders, binoculars and scanners; and output solutions: Ink Jet printers, fax machines, desktop multifunctionals and multimedia LCD projectors).

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