Canon EOS ELAN II 35mm SLR Camera Kit w/ 28-80mm Lens

The EOS Elan II's key controls are positioned for easy access. This camera also provides feedback-confirming control inputs and camera functions via a two-dial and metering-mode lever, a quick-control dial, an AF-mode dial, a film-advance mode lever, and an LCD panel. In addition, Canon's AIM system integrates standard AE, flash AE, and autofocus information.

This camera comes equipped with a Canon 28 to 80mm zoom lens, a camera strap, and one 6-volt lithium battery (2CR5).

Product Description
You want your creativity to flow as easy as possible? This camera gives you precise control and ease at your fingertips. The EOS Elan II is a perfect example of form following function. Key controls are easy to understand, easy to use, and positioned for easy access. Feedback-confirming control inputs and camera functions are provided via two comprehensive displays. With its command dial and metering mode lever, quick control dial, AF mode dial, film advance mode lever and LCD panel, EOS Elan II offers advanced automatic exposure control for perfect color in any light - indoors or out, day or night. It's as automatic as you want it to be, but as much under your command as required to achieve a creative result. Controls fall readily to hand, designed and marked for confidence at your fingertips. What's more, Canon's exclusive AIM system integrates standard AE, flash AE and autofocus information for optimum results. The EOS Elan II's cool styling and innovative technology make it easier than ever to be at your creative best.

But you buy a camera for the quality of its pictures, and the Elan II excels in this regard. I agree with other reviewers that you should upgrade to a better lens than the one that comes with it, but this body will help you get the outstanding photos you want.

This is the perfect camera for all levels of expertise, except perhaps for the total professional. I was a beginner when I bought the Elan II, and it was simple enough for me to use out of the box. Now that I've been studying photography for a couple years, I still haven't outgrown this camera. It has all the advanced features you want. It allows you to go fully manual or fully automatic, plus any combination in between. The controls are intuitively laid out and simple to use. And don't underestimate the value of having access to Canon's complete line of EOS lenses.


Best of both worlds   December 17, 1999
Randy Carlson (Bradenton, FL)
29 out of 29 found this review helpful

I traded a well-seasoned Minolta 700 for the IIe with eye-tracking. The IIe is more versatile and easy to use as a creative camera. It really can't be beat as a fully automatic, very fast and very quiet auto-eveything 35mm. Perfect for planned composition and point & shoot alike. Only regret is not opting for a longer zoom lens - - the 35-80 is good, but many outdoor shots cry for something over 100.


Upgrade to the Elan IIe, you won't regret it!   December 16, 1999
David S. Richard
34 out of 35 found this review helpful

This is a terrific camera, very powerful and as flexible or as simple as you want it to be. The only advice I would give is to pay the extra $$$and get the Elan IIe which has the eye controlled focus system. Simply put, where you look is where you focus! This outstanding feature will very soon become the industry standard and will revolutionize the way you take photographs.


Photo Nut   March 19, 2000
J. Ikner (Raleigh, North Carolina)
30 out of 31 found this review helpful

This is the BEST camera I've ever used. It is a great camera for beginners and for those on the pro level. Canon offers the BEST range of lenses, which I recommend buying the Elan II/IIE body and then a proper Canon EF lens (Ultrasonic 28-105mm or better). It matches perfect with the Canon 380EX Flash. The optional BP-50 battery pack + grip extension + verticle shutter button, all in one, is the perfect accessory to round out the perfect outfit! If you wear glasses or contacts, as I do, you may not be happy with the IIE (eye-controlled) model. I have the Elan II with a 28-210mm and have used it for everything from weddings, portraits, landscapes, architecture, family, flowers, etc. It beats my old Nikon, the Canon Rebel series, and Dad's Minolta! Truly the BEST for your money! SMILE...Jesus Loves You! :-)