Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens by Canon
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Digital camera reviews of Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens
Digital camera Review: A good camera for all purposes
Summary: 4 Stars
Excellent Camera
Remember the crop factor is 1.6 in this camera. Probably the best decision is to buy the body and the EF 17 -> 40 or EF-S 17 -> 85 IS USM (if you need image stabilizer) lens for general purposes.
Fast focusing great colors and camera personalization
40D is a good decision!!!
Digital camera Review: A great all around camera/lens combination
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not going into all the lurid details, but this is a GREAT camera and the 28-135 IS is the lens I use day to day with it. It gives a very good range of focal lengths and the IS feature helps with the camera shake at slow shutter speeds that all zoom lens suffer from.
My only caveat is that they're a bit heavy together. Not nearly as bad as some though!
If you can't afford the 50D this is an amazing value and the images are superb. I've printed up to 12x18 with this 10 Mpixel camera and had good results. Depth of colour and sharpness are first rate.
I recommend it highly.
Digital camera Review: Advance amiture SLR Camera Canon EOS 40D
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this camera Canon EOS 40D as the next step to replace my Canon Digital Rebel (EOS 300D). Though the price tag is high for people like me who are on a tight budget, it was well worth it in the end. It is worth visiting the Canon web site prior to purchase to be informed of the features and performace. I am trying to capture images of birds, often in flight and something capable of numerous continous shots was needed for me. This camera has that second only to the PRO line which would cost over $4,000.00. Once you own one, read the manual carefully, there are a lot of additional settings that passed me by until I carefully read the entire manual. Compared to some of the other SLRs that I have stood next to while photographing, this camera is noticably quieter though not silent.
This is a full size body (larger than the Canon Rebel XTI) and with the extended battery pack whick is worth purchasing for those (like me) who will do full day outings. You can also attach a hand strap that causes the right hand to feel like it is gloved; it eases the need to grip the camera so firmly during extended outdoor picture taking sessions. In addition for those who haven't tried the extended battery pack, it also has another shutter button, and quick function controls like the camera has in the shutter button area so you can hold the camera at the bottom (more naturally) while taking those vertical images.
The lens that comes with this kit is very capable. I use the stablisation mode in most situations and have got great results. With the sensor being smaller than standard 35mm film (the 1.6X conversion factor) the 28mm will not seem wide enough of a view for some cases but other than that it does a wonderful job for the price.
In RAW format, memory will be used up quick (compared to my previous 6mp camera) so I recommend 2GB memory cards or larger for RAW. With the price of memory cards finally dropping the average price; look for a good deal on cards with 120X (10MB)write/read speeds or higher. By doing so you will avoid holding this camera back and enjoy nearly no wait for the next shot whether you just shot single or a continuous serious of shots. For those intertained with performance, in JPEG, I can get up to, if not more than 60 continous focused shots before the camera needs a moment to catch up.
Digital camera Review: All I know is, this thing takes a great picture
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm a pretty novice user, but I bought this for my wife who's slightly more advanced, so I'll leave all the technical mombo jumbo the the pros who have already written reviews.
As an amature, I read the manual, played with the dial, then put the darn thing on "auto" and shot some amazing pics of my kids.
Another family we're friends with had their Christmas photos done professionally. They weren't quite estatic with the photos, so they came over, my wife shot some pics on "auto" and it blew away their "professional" shots.
Do get the lens kit with the 28 to 135 lens.
Also, the big LCD on back is really nice.
Finally, I bought through Wolf/Ritz, took in a Best Buy $100 DSLR coupon and they honored it, plus you get 9 free classes on how to use a digital camera in something other than "auto".
I did buy the white balance disk for an extra $150. Canon doesn't make it, but it supposedly replaces light meters. If you know what you're doing it can make a big difference when shooting in indoor lighting.
Don't forget the lens protector. Another $50 but worth it.
I didn't buy their "protection plan". It's like $350 and covers you for 2 or 3 years. I called my homeowners insurance carrier, added a $0 deductable personal property rider for $30 per year and it has better coverage than the stores plan. I have USAA, so I can only speak for their policy. Obviously check all the details with your carrier.
Digital camera Review: Almost pleased
Summary: 5 Stars
Everything is good... just that battery charger... it is not suitable with the Europe standarts :(