Canon Elan II / IIE Manual

Canon camera user guide. - Canon EOS Elan II / IIE Manual is aimed to fulfill the needs toward information of both technical or instrumental issue among this this digital camera product especially for the Canon EOS Elan II / IIE.

When was it firstly released to the market?

The Canon EOS Elan II / IIE was firstly released in September 1995. Even if it’s already released quite long time ago, but this product is still relevant for nowadays use, especially for you who likes retro camera kind of style.

EOS ELAN II / IIE also well known as EOS 50/50E (other markets outside Japan & North America), and as EOS-55-P (Japanese domestic market).

Canon Elan II / IIE Specs, What are the different?

The Canon EOS ELAN II and ELAN IIE are both 35mm autofocus SLR film cameras that were introduced by Canon. While they share many similarities, there are a few differences between the two models. Here are some of the key specifications and differences between the Canon EOS ELAN II and ELAN IIE:

Canon ELAN II:

Autofocus System: TTL-CT-SIR (Through-The-Lens, phase-detection type)

Autofocus Points: 3 focusing points

Exposure Modes: Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Depth-of-field AE, Full Auto, Creative modes (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Scene), Manual

Exposure Metering: TTL full-aperture metering with a 6-zone silicon photocell

Metering Modes: Evaluative metering, Partial metering, Center-weighted average metering

Exposure Compensation: +/- 2 stops in 1/2-stop increments

Shutter: Vertical-travel, focal-plane shutter with electronic control

Shutter Speed Range: 30 seconds to 1/4000 second, Bulb mode

ISO Range: DX-coded film speed range of ISO 25 to 5000, manual setting from ISO 6 to 6400

Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism, approximately 92% frame coverage, 0.75x magnification

Built-in Flash: GN 13 (m/ISO 100)

Flash Sync: 1/125 second

Film Advance: Automatic advance to first frame, automatic winding, automatic rewind, mid-roll rewind possible

Self-Timer: 10-second delay

Power Source: One 2CR5 lithium battery

Dimensions: Approximately 147 x 104 x 69 mm (5.8 x 4.1 x 2.7 inches)

Weight: Approximately 520g (18.3 ounces) without battery

Canon ELAN IIE:

Autofocus System: TTL-CT-SIR (Through-The-Lens, phase-detection type)

Autofocus Points: 3 focusing points

Exposure Modes: Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Depth-of-field AE, Full Auto, Creative modes (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Scene), Manual

Exposure Metering: TTL full-aperture metering with a 6-zone silicon photocell

Metering Modes: Evaluative metering, Partial metering, Center-weighted average metering

Exposure Compensation: +/- 2 stops in 1/2-stop increments

Shutter: Vertical-travel, focal-plane shutter with electronic control

Shutter Speed Range: 30 seconds to 1/4000 second, Bulb mode

ISO Range: DX-coded film speed range of ISO 25 to 5000, manual setting from ISO 6 to 6400

Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism, approximately 92% frame coverage, 0.75x magnification

Built-in Flash: GN 13 (m/ISO 100)

Flash Sync: 1/125 second

Film Advance: Automatic advance to first frame, automatic winding, automatic rewind, mid-roll rewind possible

Self-Timer: 10-second delay

Power Source: Two CR123A lithium batteries or one 2CR5 lithium battery

Dimensions: Approximately 147 x 104 x 69 mm (5.8 x 4.1 x 2.7 inches)

Weight: Approximately 520g (18.3 ounces) without battery

The key difference between the Canon EOS ELAN II and ELAN IIE is the power source. The ELAN IIE offers the option to use two CR123A lithium batteries or one 2CR5 lithium battery, while the ELAN II uses only one 2CR5 lithium battery.

Canon ELAN II and ELAN IIE Price

The Canon EOS ELAN II and EOS ELAN IIE are older film camera models that were introduced in the late 1990s. Prices for these cameras can vary widely based on factors such as condition, included accessories, and the demand among film photography enthusiasts and collectors.

As a rough estimate, you might find used Canon EOS ELAN II and ELAN IIE cameras listed online for anywhere from around $30 to $150 or more, depending on the factors mentioned above.

How much the price when firstly released?

In the first release, the price of this camera was $720.00. And now, if you’re interested to own this compact digital camera device, you can get it in several online stores by paying US$100.66 (used). This is the worth price for what’s offered by this Canon EOS Elan II / IIE.

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Canon Elan II - IIE Manual
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