Canon EOS Elan 7 35mm SLR Camera (Body Only)
The Canon Elan 7 uses seven focusing points, 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 ensures 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. It's even possible to check the depth of field  using the preview button.