This firmware update (Version 1.0.3) incorporates the following fixes.

1. Corrects a phenomenon in which an image becomes overexposed when C.Fn.II-3 Highlight tone priority is set to “1″ together with other camera settings. (This correction has already been incorporated in the Version 1.0.2 and later firmware.
2. Corrects a rare phenomenon in which “busy” blinks on the camera’s display panel and the shutter cannot be released due to the timing of battery installation.
3. Corrects a rare phenomenon in which “Err 99″ appears on the camera’s display panel and LCD monitor and the shutter cannot be released due to the timing of pressing the shutter button.

You can download the new firmware at:
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos50d/firmware.html

Canon Australia has announced today the new EOS 50D digital SLR, Powershot A1000 IS, A2000 IS, SX110 IS and the E1.

Canon EOS 50D
The EOS 50D is a new addition to Canon’s world renowned EOS line up, positioned between the EOS 40D and EOS 5D. This new high performance and quality DSLR is the ultimate mid-range DSLR for the enthusiast photographer looking to take their creative photography to the next level. 

15.1 mexapixel CMOS Sensor (1.6x)
DiG!C 4 Image Processor
Live View Shooting (with NEW Live Face Detection AF)
Advanced ISO Capabilities (100-H2:12800)
NEW Auto Creative Mode
6.3fps (60 shot max burst: JPEG)
9-point AF (all cross-type)
3.0” LCD monitor (920,000 dots)
HDMI Output in Full High Definition
EOS Integrated Cleaning System

Canon PowerShot A1000 IS

10.0 Megapixels
4x Optical Zoom (35mm-140mm)
DiG!C III Image Processor
2.5 inch LCD Screen
Easy Photo Mode
Blur Control (Optical Image Stabilizer, Face Detect, Motion Detect)

Canon PowerShot A2000 IS

10.0 Megapixels
6x Optical Zoom
(36mm-216mm)
DiG!C III Image Processor
3.0 inch LCD Screen
Easy Photo Mode
Blur Control (Optical Image Stabilizer, Face Detect, Motion Detect)

Canon Powershot SX110 IS

9.0 Megapixels
10x Optical Zoom (36mm-360mm)
DiG!C III Image Processor
3.0 inch LCD Screen
Manual Controls
Blur Control (Optical Image Stabilizer, Face Detect, Motion Detect)