Canon EOS 20D 8.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon EOS 20D 8.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Customer Review: CANON EOS 20D Amazing? YES IT IS !
Summary: 5 Stars
Is the EOS 20D all it's cracked up to be? After using it a couple of days I have to say yes. What makes it so amazing?
My top reason, LOW NOISE even at ISO 1600. At ISO 3200 it will create a photo that is ok if you run it through Neat Image. (a free noise reduction program)
Here are some of the other reasons I love it. Excellent quality images. Virtually NO shutter lag, instantly starts up from standby, shoots 5 frames per second. I was able to shoot 32 continuous frames set at 8mp fine using a 1GB Lexar 80X CF card. It has simple to use menus. Very fast to focus (I used a Sigma 24-135mm lens.) The built in flash is good. It has a solid feel; it's light but not too light. Battery life is great; you can set it to go to standby after 1 min because it starts instantly when you press the shutter release.
I have tried to find something I can complain about but I can't. This camera is great!!!! At the price it is in a class by it's self. This is minor but the camera raw software is so so. I'm sure Adobe will update their camera raw plug-in for Photoshop before too long.
Customer Review: Excellent Semi-PRO D-SLR
Summary: 5 Stars
The 20D is actually more responsive than my film SLR. Start up speed is virtually instantaneous. Almost no shutter lag. Image quality is excellent with usable images up to ISO3200. Nice to have the 8MP for the extra cropping.
Small quibbles but the controls are tricky to set the ISO and continous shooting. On the other hand the menu system is very easy to use.
Build quality is excellent, but small corners cut on the battery cover and compact flash cover. Also, the battery recharger does not have a cord. Would be nice if battery could be recharged in camera. USB 2.0 support but no firewire (what a drag for a camera of this level).
The 20D has similar controls to the old Canon film SLR's. I felt right at home after using my Canon A-1 (unfortunately a relic at this point).
Camera is a little big and heavy, but that's part of the price to pay when you leave the amateur ranks. The 20D gives you kudos among serious amateurs and semi-pro photographers.
Customer Review: Worth the step up from the Rebel
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera is certainly worth the step up from the Rebel if you truly want to get serious about photography as a hobby.
- The build of the case is superb
- The ergonomics are excellent, it fits right into your hands and all of the buttons are easily and intuitively accessible while you aim at your subject.
- Camera is large and heavy enough for heavy telephoto lenses, whereas the Rebel feels complete unbalanced
- There are just the right number of wheels/buttons for controlling aperture, shutter speed, metering, and focus points.
- unlike the new Rebel, there is an LCD display on top so that the big screen on the back does not have to turn on to show you the settings.
I am recommending this camera over the rebel for build and ergonomic reasons. If you are going to be taking lots of pictures and putting a lot of effort into them, then this next step is completely worth it.
Customer Review: still nice for beginners
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the 20d in Feb 2011, around 7 years after it was first introduced. The camera was so good built that it looked like new and seemed like it will last another 5 years. I bought it for less than $300 which was completely worthy of every bucks spent. This one is probably the cheapest used dslr you can find. However, remember that it was designed for semi-pro level photographers. It may lack some basic features found in modern cameras like live-view, recording video... The screen is also way too small but it's better than having no screen at all anyways. It is heavier compared to newer models but it is sturdy like a rock. If you are a beginner and looking for something to play with. Don't hesitate. It is the one for you. Spend less on the body so that you can invest more in lenses. Maybe in the next 2 years, when your skill is ripe, buy a better and more advanced body to go beyond the limitation.Customer Review: Well worth the risk of buying used v new rebel series.
Summary: 5 Stars
I wanted a total of 3 DSLRs so I could cover most focal ranges without interchanging the lens. The new canon "upgrades for Rebels (xti series & up) were very disappointing. So spent $4OO for a used 20d body rather than a new xti for almost the same price. The secondary LCD screen is a critical aid to quickly adjust EV values among other adjustments... Something the new rebel series does not offer. The old XT was far better in many respects. Craming more pixels on an APS-C sensor is not my idea of an upgrade but a marketing ploy.
Anyway, i'm real happy with my 20d. 5fps for action shots, a secondary LCD screen all for far less than the 50/60d which is the starting point for pro features buying new. Its ashame canon downgraded the Rebel..In many ways the old series was a pro model in disguise.
Well worth it if you locate one in decent shape.