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Canon EOS 40D

10.1 megapixels

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    8.5 8.5 from 44 reviewers
  • Design (45)
    7.3 7.3 from 45 reviewers
  • Value for money (205)
    7.4 7.4 from 205 reviewers
  • Features (188)
    7.6 7.6 from 188 reviewers
  • Ease of use (224)
    7.8 7.8 from 224 reviewers
  • Performance (5)
    7.7 7.7 from 5 reviewers
  • Picture quality (187)
    7.5 7.5 from 187 reviewers
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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)

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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Pros & Cons

  • excellent resolution, excellent battery life, full manual controls, auto focus, noise control
  • not absolute, shutter sound, build quality, cf door, iso performance
  1. 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

  2. Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR

    Reviewer: iTech News Net
    21 May 2009

    Canon announced also EOS 40D digital SLR camera. 40D features a 10 Megapixel CMOS image sensor, an ISO rating up to 3200, and it is powered by Canon’s DIGIC III image processor. Like the Mark III , the EOS 40D supports framing and capturing of subjects using the camera’s 3-inch LCD screen instead of the viewfinder. Canon EOS 40D supports CF card Type 1 and II. Read the rest of this entry » Read more

  3. Canon EOS 40D

    Reviewer: Outside
    01 April 2009

    PRO SPECS, AMATEUR PRICE Need proof that technology trickles down? Just a couple of years ago, the 40D's impressive features—10.1 megs, 6.5-frames-per-second shooting, self-cleaning sensor, nine-point autofocus system—would have set you back a few grand. Despite all that, this camera's best asset is actually Canon's latest DIGIC III image-processing engine. By using a 14-bit analog-to-digital converter—previous converters were all 12-bit—it's able to capture four... Read more

  4. Canon EOS 40D's early review roundup

    Reviewer: Engadget
    24 March 2009

    It takes a while to put a camera like Canon's EOS 40D fully through its paces, but a few brave souls have blazed through the feature set, menus, ISOs and megapixels afforded to them by the new camera in time to get reviews up mere weeks after launch. Of course, the flashiest feature here is Live View, but the 40D is no one trick pony: unlike the minimal 20D to 30D upgrade, the 40D is all-new and packed with enhancements. Who knows if this'll be enough for Canon to get... Read more

  5. Canon's EOS 40D and EOS 1Ds Mark III get official

    Reviewer: engadget
    10 December 2008

    Well, well, hello there Canons. After Amazon's little slip ups , Canon has finally come clean with their much anticipated EOS 40D and new EOS 1Ds Mark III DSLRs. Nothing new to tell, but it's always good to get the official word, ya know? The 10.1 megapixel EOS 40D should be on shelves in early September for $1,299 while the 21.1 megapixel 1Ds Mark III should begin shipping in November for $7,999. Plenty of shots of both DSLRs in the gallery below. Gallery: Canon's EOS... Read more

  1. Wonderful Camera

    Reviewer: Ritz Camera
    5 days ago
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more

  2. The Canon 40D is nothing short of amazing!

    Reviewer: J. Crippen, Amazon
    1 week ago See Product at Amazon ($1,086.00)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    My wife grabbed one of the camera about 6 months ago and I've been drooling over it ever since. Canon DSLRs have always been excellent cameras, but this one is truly amazing. It's lightning fast, has great color (especially skin tones), and in kit form comes with an image stabilizing lens. The sensor auto cleans and can handle pretty low light without using the flash. Visual Guide to the Wineries and Hotels of the Central Coast: with the Photography of John Crippen Read more

  3. Canon 40d

    Reviewer: Digitalcamera HQ
    06 June 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I like my canon 40d, however sometimes i get dark photos when shooting in low light, using the auto setting. I don't know what to do to get around this and i feel i need to take a class on this camera to learn more about it but really don't have any classes availabe. I shoot weddings and i always use my still camera cuz i'm worried photos will turn out too dark. It is very time consuming to edit each photo. That would have to be one thing that i don't like about this... Read more

  4. A Great Upgrade!

    Reviewer: Photo Mom, CameraWorld.com
    02 March 2009 See Product at cameraworld.com ($1,099.00)
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more

  5. 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

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