Canon EOS 40D Digital SLRs
Canon EOS 40D Digital SLRs
USER REVIEWS
[Mar 29, 2024]
cupcake
Strength:
Good sturdy build, has good weight, easy to navigate menus,foundationwaterproofingauroraco.com Weakness:
Lots of noise at high ISO photo booth rental Manor TX Great camera for the aspiring photographer. |
[Nov 23, 2011]
maplestreet
Intermediate
Strength:
-Solid build, large magnesium frame body. Feels very natural in hands.
Weakness:
-No video. I knew this when I bought the camera, but there are still many times where I wish I could flip this to video mode and capture live action. If this is even remotely important to you, you will miss this feature. However I think it is a blessing in disguise to those new to DSLR's because shooting video is an entirely different animal than shooting still's so in a way I am glad the 40D forced me to focus on one thing at a time.
The Canon EOS 40D was introduced in 2007 as a mid-level DSLR to replace the 30D. It has a 10.1MP APS-C sensor with 1600iso (expandable to 3200) and up to 6.5fps burst mode.
Similar Products Used: I recently upgraded to the Canon 7D and I expected it to leave my 40D in the dust. The difference is not as extreme as one might think. The video mode is fantastic on the 7D and you do have the higher resolution and ISO, but all things being equal the 40D can still hold it's own against newer models. |
[Jul 02, 2010]
sarahsmile
Expert
Strength:
speed
Weakness:
FPS could be better....am looking forward to getting the 7D for the improved FPS! the 40D is a great, solid camera. I use the hand grip for the extra battery life. With 2 batteries in the grip, I can shoot more than 4x as long as with just 1 battery. I also use a Quantum Compact Turbo battery to boost my flash. All these accessories make the camera unit very heavy, but the extra battery life is essential.
Customer Service fantastic.
Similar Products Used: 10D, 30D |
[May 03, 2010]
Richard Hannam
Professional
Strength:
- beautifully made
Weakness:
- LCD screen resolution
I bought a second hand model to use in conjunction with my 450D. It has a very fast frame rate which is useful for sports & produces excellent images. It is pretty easy to use but the 450D does show how much progress Canon have made on the usability front in a short space of time.
Customer Service Not yet used Similar Products Used: Canon 450D |
[Feb 13, 2010]
paulhailes
Intermediate
Strength:
Good sturdy build, has good weight, easy to navigate menus,
Weakness:
Lots of noise at high ISO Great camera for the aspiring photographer. Similar Products Used: Rebel XTi |
[Dec 06, 2009]
Anthony Reiss
Professional
Strength:
Ergonomically stable and great with big hands.
Weakness:
Too soon replaced by the 50D for a mere few tweeks.
Great menu system specially the Green Star menu.
Customer Service Rare Similar Products Used: Canons and Nikons |
[Jul 21, 2009]
jpfromvictoriabc
Intermediate
I really noticed the difference in this camera over my former Digital Rebel - immediately. It's faster, takes better images (with the same lenses) battery life is excellent, feels better to grip/more substantial, and has a ton of features for the money. If you're moving from beginner to enthusiast or intermediate photographer, this is a great choice. Similar Products Used: Digital Rebel |
[Jun 19, 2009]
Enche Tjin
Intermediate
Strength:
Tough body, fast continuous speed, good handling and control, big lcd screen 3"
Weakness:
Auto ISO, low res lcd screen I have been using Canon 40D for two years. It is my second camera (my first camera is Pentax k100). It is big, solid and tough. I thought Pentax K100d is quite big, but it is nothing compare to this 40D. The grip is very ergonomic. I feel confidence handling it.
Similar Products Used: Nikon D90, D700, Canon XSi/450D, Pentax K100 |
[May 19, 2009]
dagerm
Expert
Strength:
Inherits most of the features from a EOS1 to a bargain price. Solid camera house build of metal and sealed. 3 inch screen easy to use, mostly for accurate colour tones/temperature. As a photographer you have a wealth of configuration options easily accesible. Very good dynamic range and correct noise reduction in mid-range tones.
Weakness:
The 3 inch screen is only 240.000 dpi (versus 50D has VGA mode with 900.000), but using it mostly for tonal/temperature check it is OK. On/off switch is on the back, it could be around the shutter. At the other hand when it's on it's actually in standby mode all the time, so it's quick anyway. Upgraded to 40D from my Canon 350D from 2005. I choose not to buy the 50D because picture quality is actually very similiar, despite 10mp versus 15mp.
Similar Products Used: My 350D produces good images as well, but it's now my backup camera house. |
[Apr 03, 2009]
Paul Wind
Professional
Strength:
6.5 fps... 3 custom modes... options..... features....
Weakness:
I wish I could have bought 2! Incredible product with a price that beats the competition. Similar Products Used: Canon 400 |