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7.9 out of 10

Canon EOS 40D

10.1 megapixels, first seen: 23 April 2007

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  • User Score (1197)
    9.4 9.4 from 1197 reviewers
  • Expert Score (49)
    8.5 8.5 from 49 reviewers
  • Design (50)
    7.2 7.2 from 50 reviewers
  • Value for money (57)
    7.6 7.6 from 57 reviewers
  • Features (33)
    7.6 7.6 from 33 reviewers
  • Ease of use (56)
    7.8 7.8 from 56 reviewers
  • Performance (18)
    7.6 7.6 from 18 reviewers
  • Picture quality (42)
    7.8 7.8 from 42 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • great features, faster transfer to pc, self cleaning sensor, quieter than the 20d, anti dust technology
  • viewfinder eyepiec depth, partial weather sealing, low res screen, poor lcd resolution, lcd resolution is poor

Welcome to the next generation of digital SLR photography-the Canon EOS 40D. The EOS 40D combines Canon’s tremendous know-how in both the digital and photographic worlds, creating a camera that not only does everything one would expect of a traditional digital SLR, but one that incorporates staggering leaps forward in technological innovation. With new features like Canon’s EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a more powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, …

Specifications

Type

  • Type
    Digital AF/AE SLR
  • Recording Medium
    CF Card Type I and II and external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3A)
  • Image Format
    0.87 x 0.58 in./22.2 x 14.8mm (APS-C size sensor)
  • Compatible Lenses
    Canon EF, EF-S, TS-E, and MP-E lenses
  • Lens Mount
    Canon EF mount
  • Lens Focal Length Conversion Factor*
    1.6x

Image Sensor

  • Type
    High-sensitivity, high-resolution, single-plate, CMOS sensor
  • Pixels
    Approx. 10.10 megapixels
  • Total Pixels
    Approx. 10.50 megapixels
  • Aspect Ratio
    3:2 (Horizontal : Vertical)

Release Date

  • First seen
    23 April 2007

The Canon EOS 40D is a semi professional 10.1 megapixel digital single lens reflex camera that was released late august of 2007. It uses DIG!C III image processor which includes live preview together manual focusing that helps amateur photographers enjoy the camera more. 40D can also be connected to a computer via USB for a more live view mode. The battery door and storage compartment are well protected from weather and dust to avoid any damage.

Features

At 740 grams (body only) the 40D features a M…

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The Canon EOS 40D is a semi professional 10.1 megapixel digital single lens reflex camera that was released late august of 2007. It uses DIG!C III image processor which includes live preview together manual focusing that helps amateur photographers enjoy the camera more. 40D can also be connected to a computer via USB for a more live view mode. The battery door and storage compartment are well protected from weather and dust to avoid any damage.

Features

At 740 grams (body only) the 40D features a Mode dial that which is used to select the mode for shooting. It is divided into two zones: Creative and Basic zone. In the creative zone, there are options that can help the user to adjust the aperture and shutter speed. The Basic zone on the hand, have options that are already programmed for specific shooting. EOS 40D has a 3.0 inch LCD screen for more detailed view of the image. It has a Self-Cleaning sensor that ensures that the camera is in tip top shape.

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Review Summary

The new Canon EOS40D redefines photography as real art. Also known as the next generation of digital SLR photography, this highly-anticipated Canon EOS40D features proofs of advance technology in the form of its new features like Live View shooting, advanced DIGIC III image processor, an advance autofocus sensor, a 3" LCD and a 6.5 fps continuous shooting capability. According to the CNET review, Canon added dust- and weatherproofing on the CF slot, the buttons, and all connection points, and it implemen…

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The new Canon EOS40D redefines photography as real art. Also known as the next generation of digital SLR photography, this highly-anticipated Canon EOS40D features proofs of advance technology in the form of its new features like Live View shooting, advanced DIGIC III image processor, an advance autofocus sensor, a 3" LCD and a 6.5 fps continuous shooting capability. According to the CNET review, Canon added dust- and weatherproofing on the CF slot, the buttons, and all connection points, and it implemented the same integrated sensor-cleaning system that’s in the Mark III series. The latter vibrates the sensor to dislodge dust during start-up and shut-down (pressing the shutter cancels cleaning during start-up), and if that doesn’t work, a Dust Delete Data option enables the camera to analyze and remember where it senses dust and algorithmically remove it from photos. There are different modes available which makes it more like a camera for pros. The Canon EOS40D is easy to learn how it functions and its modes are both automatic and manual. And also with that feature, it allows to the photographers an amazing capability to capture photographs in various conditions. It’s not considered a boring camera but a challenging one. The Canon EOS40D would come of use to people who love to be involved in digital photography. It’s also great in providing a wide range of control. With its advanced auto-focus system makes it easier in capturing moving objects a lot easier. It also features a full-time ISO in the viewfinder. Apart from its special features, it’s also known to be much more weather durable than its previous version. While some might find there’s nothing new in this camera, others seem to just ‘click’ with it. The devoted Canon fans will love this camera while others risk nothing in trying.

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  1. Canon EOS 40D

    Reviewer: Neo Camera
    8 October 2007
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This DSLR from Canon performs so well that finding something to criticize about it was difficult. Although it is missing some features compared to other cameras in its class, nearly everything that the Canon EOS 40D does, it does very well. Image quality and speed are great. What is not perfect is its white-balance system which occasionally leaves a color cast, particularly under artificial lighting. Ergonomics could be better, although anyone who is used to a Canon... Read more

  2. Canon 40D

    Reviewer: Think Camera
    7 November 2007
    Overall 10
    10
    Design 8
    8.0
    Value for money 10
    10
    Features 9
    9.0
    Ease of use 9
    9.0
    Picture quality 10
    10
     

    If you read the gearhead camera forums, you might think the Canon 40D is nothing special. Only an incremental change over the 30D, say the loudest voices. Perhaps it's because, from the front at least, the new model looks very similar to the old, which makes it easy to gloss over the changes under the skin. Forget what you read in the gearhead forums. The Canon 40D is a honey. Read more

  3. Reviewer: DP Review
    24 October 2007
    Overall 9
    8.9
    Value for money 9
    8.5
    Features 10
    9.5
    Performance 9
    9.0
    Picture quality 9
    9.0
     

    Seven years since the EOS D30, the sixth incarnation of that camera displays all of the advantages of a progressive evolution in both features and quality. With each step up the evolutionary ladder to the EOS 40D Canon has demonstrated improvements in image quality, performance, usability and features. They also demonstrated that as well as meeting the 'requirements of the market' they also listened to owners and reviewers by implementing the most commonly requested... Read more

  4. Camera Test: Canon EOS 40D

    Reviewer: Pop Photo
    30 May 2009

    Canon's EOS 30D was the DSLR middleweight contender to beat for most of 2007, thanks to its tough body, great image quality, fast autofocus, and semi-pro controls. So it's no surprise that the new 10.1MP EOS 40D ($1,300, street, body only; $1,500, street, with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens) holds fast to the 30D's overall body design and exposure controls. In fact, from the front it's hard to tell them apart. Read more

  5. Canon EOS 40D (w/ 28mm-135mm lens)

    Reviewer: CNET
    20 September 2007
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Design 8
    8.0
    Features 7
    7.0
    Performance 8
    8.0
    Picture quality 8
    8.0
     

    The bottom line: Great photo quality and excellent continuous-shooting performance are just two of the Canon EOS 40D's many attractions in the digital camera marketplace. Read more

  1. This is an EXCELLENT camera

    Reviewer: Linc, J&R
    18 July 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I've used a 6.1 megapixel Canon Digital Rebel for four years and there was no real learning curve required to use the basic features of the 40D. However, the overall quality of the 40D compared to the Digital Rebel is impressive as is the number of controllable settings and features. The resolution is excellent. The image stabilized 28-135mm EF lens is a must. Whether you are a casual photographer who wants quality results from automatic camera settings or you are an... Read more

  2. Wonderful Camera

    Reviewer: Leko, CameraWorld.com
    29 June 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    For a professional photographer this camera is incredible. It is fast, smaller than the full frame Canons, and can handle its own in durability. I am not really a pro though. I shoot in full manual almost exclusively, and for that, my xti, is annoying. The reason is, it demands you hold down a button while turning a wheel to adjust the aperture. The 40d is an an incredible upgrade getting around this with a second dial on the back of the camera. Though it is a bit bigger... Read more

  3. great image but

    Reviewer: Epinions
    27 February 2009
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    Hello, I bought last month a kit canon 40D with an objective 17 85 IS. From the beginning, it posted error 99 problems of battery. I could take photos, but I had to every time remove and put back  the battery. I thus sent back  the camera and the site from which I bought it paid off it to me. I like very much this device when it works. Honestly, be that you met this kind of error with Nikon D200 or D300. Thank you for your answer, Christelle Read more

  4. Excellent DSLR, now a bargain

    Reviewer: Amazon
    11 November 2009 See Product at Amazon ($1,999.95)
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    There are a significant number of technical reviews on this camera so I'll be brief. This is an excellent camera. Only upgrade that it lacks & I wish it had is in camera lens correction. The camera is very fast. It easily takes 6+ frames a second. Auto focus is very fast also, even in less than perfect light. You'll be able to use for virtually all sporting events. But it also has good depth & coloration for landscapes, portraits, etc. It does only have a 12 bit color... Read more or see product

  5. Reviewer: DP Review
    23 hours ago
    Overall 9
    9.2
     

    Came from 20 and 30D's and like the 40D best. Tried 50 and 7D's but am more than content and still enthusiastic about my 40D and Read more

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