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Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Canon
Display Size: 3inches
EAN: 0013803086553
Feature(s): 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size printsLarge 3.0-inch LCD display with enhanced Live View and broadened color gamut6.5 frame-per-second continuous shooting capability (for bursts of up to 75 Large/Fine JPEGs or 17 RAW images)sRAW mode; 35-zone metering system; integrated Self-Cleaning Sensor UnitPowered by BP-511A, BP-511, or BP-512 lithium-ion battery pack; stores images on CF cards
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Red Eye Reduction: True
Included Software: Yes
Autographed: False
Memorabilia: False
Item Dimensions: Height 10"Width 14"Length 12"Weight 6.2 lbs.
Label: Canon
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
List Price: $1,099.00
Manufacturer: Canon
Maximum Resolution: 10MP
Model: 40D Body
MPN: 40D Body
Package Dimensions:
Height: 5.4"
Width: 7.1"
Length: 5.4"
Weight: 4 lbs.
Product Group: Photography
Publisher: Canon
Release Date: 2007-08-30
Studio: Canon
UPC: 013803086553
Customer Reviews Average rating - 4.5
Rating - 5 Date: 2008-08-21
Content: There's really nothing more that I can add to the already excellent reviews...except to just echo what just about everyone is saying -- this is a great camera. In fact, in the sub-$1000 range, I don't think you could possibly buy another one. I checked three or four of the leading photo magazines and e-zines....and they all rave about this baby. And I have to say, I agree.
I use to shoot for fun with my old Canon AE-1, which started back in high school in the late 80's. That camera eventually broke a few years ago, and I gave it away to someone who could fix it. Since then, I've tried to scrape by with a few cheapies, but they were not the kind of camera that made you really want to go out and take pictures.
Then I started borrowing my uncle's now-fairly ancient 10D, and the love of picture taking came back.
The 10D-40D series are cameras that makes you want to take pictures. That was probably the main reason I purchased the 40D over the Rebel 450D -- this one just feels so much more sturdy in the hands. The higher resolution on the newer 450D (12mp vs. 10mp) really doesn't make a lot of difference for what I want to do. The features on the 450D would have been plenty for my amateur photography, but it just didn't feel as nice to shoot with it. If you are on the fence about 450D or 40D, my advice would be to go to a camera shop (or even a Best Buy, which usually has both on hand) and 'feel' them out for yourself. When I did it, the feel just wasn't there for 450D.
This is a great kit deal too with the 28-135mm lens. Don't mess around with any kits selling you the ultra-low end 18-55mm kit lens, and please don't buy the 40D and then drop another 170 bucks on a cheapie lens. That's like sticking a Mazda Miata engine inside a Corvette. But the 28-135mm is no cheapie. This is 400 buck lens going for 150 less in the kit. The USM (ultra-silent motor) and IS (image stabilization) features make the 28-135mm a very nice, very versatile lens for starting out. The expense is not that much more than 18-55mm, but it's totally worth it in the long run. So if you are just starting out, this is definitely the best kit to go with.
As always Amazon shipping is amazing. I ordered the thing on a Monday morning, added standard shipping (8 bucks extra), and the thing was at my doorstep the very next day. Unfortunately, I ordered my CF card through Newegg (which has a pretty good shipping reputation!), and so I had to wait another 2 days before that arrived.
Summary: Just a great camera!
Rating - 4 Date: 2008-08-20
Content: Prior to the 40D I was using top rated point and shoot (Nikon Coolpix 4500, Fujifilm Finpix F30) and the "bridge" camera (Panasonic DMC-FZ50). The program modes are great on these cameras and allow some creativity (metering, drive mode, ISO) and also have manual modes for full creativity (within limits of the camera). I shoot mostly men's softball (afternoon, twilight, and evening lighting). The FZ50 met some of my needs but the images too soft and I couldn't get the large appeture nor the rapid burst speed associated with the 40D.
Right out of the box I wanted to see what the camera could do in the basic modes and found the images to be less impressive than my 4500, F30, and FZ50. The reason is that the 40D does not allow for any changes to the pre-set programs. It forced me to move right into the creative modes and use the features I paid for.
It's very easy to use and figure out -nothing surprising. It feels great in my hand (except that I had to cut my fingernails, ugh!)and the buttons and adjustment wheels well placed.
It's a great camera -I just think the lack of my photography skills prohibit me from working the camera to it's potential. Since becaming familiar with the creative modes, I've been able to get the shots I want. The burst mode is amazing, light to the touch(beware...until I got use to it, I was getting a gazillion shots per burst. I had to spend too much time sorting and deleting).
No problems to date. Cannon customer support has been wonderful. I called late at night and got through quickly. My questions were about understanding the camera better -no question was too small. Extremely friendly service.
After all said and done, it's a Great Camera!
Summary: No Control in Basic Modes, but a Great Camera
Rating - 5 Date: 2008-08-19
Content: As a long-time Canon EOS Elan IIe (film) owner, with lenses, I've waited to move to digital (till the quality and affordability met my needs / budget). I wanted to stick with Canon (yes my old AF lenses work with the 40D).
Did my research, went to my local camera store, checked my old lenses on the 40D, tried nicely to "deal" with them. They still couldn't touch Amazon's price for this kit.
In the four days (yes, only four) it took for the 40D to reach me (free shipping, incidentally), I bought and read David Busch's book dedicated to the 40D. Highly recommend it. So I was ready.
My camera arrived early this morning. Battery fully charged. I waited till later this afternoon, when the light is better, and took it shooting.
Nature stuff. Children on playgrounds. Birds. Animals. Speedboats on the river. A volleyball game. Portraits of my nephew's wife and their one-year-old daughter (no-flash shots and built-in fill-flash shots). Some with IS on, most with IS off.
Just basic stuff to see what the Basic Modes did on default. Looked at some histograms as I shot, but didn't make any adjustments. (Now that I've looked at the defaults, I will start tweaking the settings for my own preferences.)
Over 300 shots, in JPEG Fine only. No RAW (yet.)
Got home, plugged the CF card into the reader (both from Adorama, though after the fact I realized I could have gotten a slightly better deal from Amazon).
Using FastStone's free Image Viewer (which I wanted to try), I started sorting through my shots, comparing them side by side, tagging those I wanted to delete, batch renaming the ones I kept, etc.
I must have examined my first shot for five minutes, minutely examining the details. Stunned! STUNNED! At HUGE magnifications!
With every shot, I just kept shaking my head in amazement. Virtually FLAWLESS exposure! (One or two had slight clipping in highlights (on the histograms), yet still with incredible detail. One or two were slightly soft on the subject's focus (my fault). Incredible color!
Continuous bursts on the volleyball players and the speedboats and the bikers on bike trails were jaw-dropping! PERFECT focus! PERFECT exposure! At 6.5 fps! (Unheard of, even just a few years ago, at this price point.)
I'm fluent in Photoshop, but prefer to get it right the first time, in the camera.
I've yet to scratch the surface of the 40D's capabilities. Can't wait to get into the "Creative Modes" tomorrow. And then move on to "Custom Modes," etc.
I'm a semi-pro. Got my first SLR when I was 15. I'm 64. I've had 'em all, and loved 'em all.
But I haven't been so immediately impressed, FLOORED actually, by a camera system in my life.
Particularly at this price point, the 40D system is a remarkable achievement.
Summary: FIRST DAY OWNER . . . I'M STUNNED!
Rating - 5 Date: 2008-08-18
Content: After upgrading from the 350D I am truly impressed. I recently shot a wedding with the 40D and I was ecstatic with the results! The richness in colour is simply amazing. I do not regret this purchase. Two thumbs up for the 40D!
Summary: Outstanding Colours!
Rating - 5 Date: 2008-08-17
Content: This is an upgrade from the EOS Rebel XT. I am very pleased with the quality and features in the 40D. Image quality is top notch. I had considered the Nikon 300D, but it's additional features are not worth a cost of 50% more.
Summary: Canon EOS 40D
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