Canon's new flagship EOS-1D claims the position of the world's leading all around professional digital camera. This unique camera has a continuous shooting speed of 8 frames per second in either Single Shot or AI Servo mode and can sustain this for 21 frame bursts. The high resolution XL (extra Large) CCD uses 4.15 Megapixels to create a true 11.7 MB file in a photographic 2:3 aspect ratio. The combination of both speed and image quality makes the EOS-1D the most well balanced professional camera available today. Professionals no longer need to sacrifice either the speed demanded by the F1 sports photographer, or the high resolution required for studio shoots, for the EOS-1D offers both. Photographers can now enjoy a digital camera that incorporates the highest professional features acclaimed in the current award winning EOS-1V. These include 45-point area auto focus, 21 zone metering, familiar EOS ergonomic layout and the camera's renowned toughness and durability. Features - World's fastest (as of September 2001) Digital SLR: Shoots up to 21 consecutive frames at 8fps - XL CCD sensor with 4.15 effective mega pixels - 1.3x lens magnification - High performance imaging engine - Real time response - Simultaneous recording in RAW and JPEG formats - 100% viewfinder - Strong magnesium-alloy body with extreme dust and moisture resistance - 3 bracketing methods: AEB, WB and ISO - 5 color matrix settings