- 12.2 megapixel CMOS sensor
- SD/SDHC cards
- Larger viewfinder
- Live view mode including contrast-detect AF
- Improved 9-point AF system
- Spot metering
- 3.0" LCD monitor
- Redesigned menus (including My Menu as seen in 40D)
- Slightly redesigned info display
- Continuous shooting at 3.5fps for up to 53 JPEG (6 RAW)
- ISO setting displays in viewfinder and ISO button
- New larger higher capacity battery
- 14 bit A/D converter and processing
- Multi-shot self-timer mode
- Highlight Tone Priority (from 40D)
- Auto Lighting Optimiser (boosts shadows after shooting)
