Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens
Customer Review: Great camera, versatile lens.
Summary: 5 Stars
The Canon 40d a pretty serious camera for anyone who wants an advanced piece of equipment at a reasonable price. If you are upgrading from the Minolta/Sony/Pentax class of dSLR to the 40d you are taking quantum leap in noise reduction technology, color reproduction, and auto-focus precision among a large list of other features.
I won't mention too much about the 6.5 frames per second shooting other than it is exhilarating hearing the shutter click that fast for the first time. The live view feature is perfect for working with a tripod and macro shooting where manual focus is important. The ability to have live view displayed on your computer with full camera controls is handy when you need to reduce vibrations. Focus is fast, and almost always accurate in ideal conditions, very quick even when searching for focus. Menus are easily navigable with the wheel and joystick controls.
Overall image quality excellent. All your photos can easily turn out great after spending some time behind the view finder of the 40d.
The 28-135 EF IS USM kit lens is a pretty good deal, especially for photographers investing in a Canon camera for the first time. The money you save by buying the lens with the body is a very substantial amount at the time of this writing. The first notable feature about this lens is that it is image stabilized. The picture quality seems better than a stabilized sensor, but it won't keep my images blur free for as long. 28mm is a little wide with the 1.6 crop factor, ok for inside photography in large rooms, the 135mm on the high end isn't bad either, good for zooming in on faces for portraits or to bring the wildlife a little bit closer. Its minimum focus distance of 1.6 feet allows for some close-up macro photography when fully zoomed. This is also an EF lens, this means that if you ever upgrade to a full frame dSLR the lens will still work. It's not an `L' series lens, but if you're upgrading from lesser optics, it really is quite a luxury.
Customer Review: Sold on buying used
Summary: 5 Stars
I was a bit skeptical about purchasing used online but I was in need of a second camera for the launch of my photography business and wanted to save some bucks. First I researched the type of camera I wanted then I started to search the internet for sales. When Amazon.com came up with several used options I began to consider going this direction. I looked for a seller that had some reviews I could read/evaluate and paid close attention to the star ratings. I chose this seller because of the price (about 1/2 of what I would have paid for a brand new Canon 40D) and because one of the reviews mentioned that the equipment they purchased was in even better shape than the ad had stated....this sold me!
The camera came exquisitely packed with about a football field length of bubble wrap and every piece (the camera body, the lens (28-135mm), camera strap, and battery were all present just as promised! I did not get the owners manual which I mentioned to the seller and he couldn't find but this was a small glitch in an otherwise smooth transaction.
As soon as I started playing with my "new to me" Canon 40D I knew that I had made a great choice. The Canon 40D is a bit heavier than my current Canon Rebel Xti but the quality of the colors, sharpness and range of shots with the 28-135mm were amazing. The reviews I read about the Canon 40D before my purchase were all true....the easy of use with the wheel function on the back of the camera, the larger LCD, ability to pre-set some manual settings, etc make this a fabulous main camera for my "just starting out" photography business.
I just shot my 3rd wedding and I felt much more professional carrying the Canon 40D than my tiny Canon Rebel Xti. When I started to edit the more than 1,000 pics there was not a lot to do. This camera takes such quality photos that I used my editing software very minimally.
I am a happy Amazon.com used product user!!
Customer Review: Great Photography With Ease!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've wanted a D-SLR for the longest time, and I always knew Canon made some great cameras. However, now that I've had this for over a month... the EOS 40D isn't just a great camera... it's amazing!
The pictures are outstanding (even in compressed mode!), and this bad boy is so easy to use. I've never used an SLR camera prior to purchasing this (I'm a TOTAL novice here LOL), and in just a weeks time, I felt completely comfortable shooting pictures fully manual.
Features:
The 3" screen is awesome for quick reviewing pictures. My friend has a 20D (I think it's only a 2" screen), and it's so difficult to tell whether or not the picture turned out good.
The AF on this is awfully quick, and really shines when shooting multiple frames per second. I took my 40D to the zoo only days after having it, and my goodness... I couldn't believe the quality of the pictures.
Liveview is pretty cool... but I prefer using the viewfinder. Much easier to tell if the picture is focused.
Battery life is great, and when it's time to recharge... it charges up pretty quick.
I definitely like the IS (Image Stabilizer) that's on the 28-135mm lens. I have a pretty steady hand, so shooting pics at slower speeds still turn out great!
Comfort:
The camera seemed a little large at first... but I noticed it fit in my hands very well. Another friend of mine has a Rebel XT... and I HATE it. It's so small, my hands cramp up after using it for a few minutes.
Build Quality:
The camera feels very solid when holding it, which adds peace of mind as far as lasting a long time.
OVERALL:
I really feel that the novice photographer can enjoy this camera, and not feel intimidated with the amount of features it offers. I'm sure the vets out there can REALLY appreciate what this camera can do. I highly recommend this product!
Customer Review: Great Upgrade
Summary: 5 Stars
I had a 10D for quite awhile now and it was becoming a bit long in the tooth.
I had thought of upgrading to the 20D or 30D when they came out. Though each of those were nice upgrades I did not feel any of them were compelling enough to pull the trigger.
When the rumblings on what was going to be included in the 40D started happening, I waited to see what would happen and there were enough new features to justify the upgrade.
The ones that immediately caught my eye were
1.) Sensor cleaning
2.) Live View
3.) A big jump in megapixels from my 10D
4.) Quicker focus
In other words these were the main "wish" list for me.
I could not be more pleased with the camera and the results.
Of course manual sensor cleaning is always needed despite built in sensor cleaning, but having the sensor cleaning and mapping features seem to be working so far and if it means the sesnor does not have to be cleaned as often, it is a plus.
Though I still shoot through the view finder the majority of the time the Live View is a nice feature and works well and I am glad Canon finally has it in their dSLR.
People sometimes get too caught up in megapixels, but the jump between the 10D and the 40D is a substantial one. Going from 8 megapixels (if you have a 20D or 30D) may not be that noticable, but from 6 megapixels to 10 is noticiable for cropping.
The Canon 40D is also quick to focus and is good in low light. As others have noted there are many other upgrades and features which also contribute to making the 40D worthwhile.
Bottom line is you have any of the D series and like them, you will like this camera. Well worth the move from a 10D and probably the 20D. The 30D is a bit closer call I would guess.
Customer Review: OUTSTANDING!
Summary: 5 Stars
After a decade of watching the developing digital SLR market, a month ago I stepped back into the single lens reflex world purchasing a Canon EOS 40D (I shot a T-50 in the 1980s and a EOS 650 through the 1990s). To date, 27 days later, my wife and I have taken over 1120 shots and we have only one word to describe the 40D- OUTSTANDING!
This lightweight (about 4 lbs. with attached 28-135mm lens) SLR is phenomenal. Its tough magnesium body houses a brilliantly arranged 10.1 mega pixels, Digic III processor, 2.5" LCD monitor, CF size card, self-cleaning sensor, terminals (for pc, video out, remote control, and digital down load), a mode set dial (that includes "basic zone", "creative zone", and 3 "custom user" settings), along with a multitude of the usual Canon SLR functions and features (1.5" LCD function panel, auto focus button, red-eye detection, access lamp, shutter priority, pop-up E-TTL auto flash with AF-assist beam, etc.). The 40D hosts all EOS lenses, TTL and EX series "Speedlites", and is powered by the long-lasting BP-511A rechargeable battery.
This formidable camera takes clear and brilliant photos up-close (within a few inches) and far a field (with a 300mm). The Digic 3 is fast, allowing this SRL to take up to 5 shots in 1.5 seconds! (I find myself taking 12-20 snaps with every pose thus presenting several choices for printing.)
The novice "photo bug" might find the EOS series complicated (with several dials and buttons). Someday, technology will adjust the mirror for live view monitor usage with every setting (and not just in the "creative zone"). The 40D photo results override these minor details.
The EOS 40D is vastly recommendable over all other cameras. It is a perfect gift candidate. Get your 40D soon and you will see- it's OUTSTANDING.