Canon EOS 40D DSLR with 17-85mm lens
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Manufacturer: CanonRelease Date: 2009-11-30
Product features:
- 10.1 megapixels
- 3 inch LCD
- 6.5 fps - Digic II processor
- Pictbridge - EOS Integrated Cleaning System
- Live View Function - 1.6x lens conversion factor
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon EOS 40D DSLR with 17-85mm lens
Customer Review: I Couldn't Ask For More
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the Canon EOS40D approximately 6 months ago with the intention of using it primarily for astrophotography. I wasn't concerned about the specific lens because astrophotography does not require the use of a lens - the body only. I did think that the wider angle lens (17-85mm) would be fun for non-astrophotography though.
After in depth reviews and studying the Canon EOS50D, the EOS40D and the Nikon D80, I decided that in terms of features vs price, the Canon EOS40D was the clear winner.
WOW! Was I right. I have a friend who just bought the Canon EOS50D and after playing with each other's cameras for a day, he decided that I was correct, the EOS40D offers almost as many features for a lot less money.
For scenery, portraits, action shots and extreme close-up shooting, this camera is awesome. However, I find that the camera shines brightest when used for astrophotography. I couple the camera to an 8" SCT telescope on a computerized drive. The first time out was a learning experience - I did everything wrong. Before trying again, I purchased a programmable remote and a 1x to 2.5x, 90 degree viewfinder. The next time I went out things came together. I took stunning photos of the moon to warm up. Then I went to Jupiter and its 4 most visible moons. With a single 10 second exposure and no photo stacking, I could just see a little color in the cloud bands. Again, with a single 10 second exposure, the individual stars of a globular cluster stood out distinctively. I ended that same long night with an excellent photo of the Ring Nebula clearly showing the center hole and its greenish color. I couldn't have been more pleased.
The only drawback to this camera is its weight. For astrophotography, I need to adjust the center of balance of my telescope to its extreme limits. For everyday shooting, I regularly need to take photos with one hand (the why is another story) - something that is virtually impossible with the weight of this camera.
If I were to loose this camera and have twice the value of this camera in cash, I would still buy the Canon EOS40D without any reservations.
Description of Canon EOS 40D DSLR with 17-85mm lens
The EOS 40D takes mid-range Digital SLRs to exciting heights with enhanced resolution and image quality, faster shooting and processing speeds and better overall functionality than ever before. It combines features like Canon s EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a more powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 3.0-inch LCD monitor and more.Lenses
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