10.1 megapixels
The Canon EOS 40D Digital Camera is supremely equipped for the discerning photographer. The EOS 40D has 10.1 megapixels, a frame rate of 6.5fps and is compatible with all EF/ EF-S lenses.
The Canon EOS 40D digital camera is the successor of the popular EOS 30D digital SLR. It was first announced in August, 2007. The EOS 40D has had improvements in certain areas of its features. Among them, are a robust build with weather-proofing, ten megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC III and 1D style menus, 6.5 fps continuous shooting, three user modes on mode dial, 3.0" LCD monitor, Live View with optional mirror-drop auto-focus, viewfinder with interchangeable focusing screens, viewfind…
See moreThe Canon EOS 40D digital camera is the successor of the popular EOS 30D digital SLR. It was first announced in August, 2007. The EOS 40D has had improvements in certain areas of its features. Among them, are a robust build with weather-proofing, ten megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC III and 1D style menus, 6.5 fps continuous shooting, three user modes on mode dial, 3.0" LCD monitor, Live View with optional mirror-drop auto-focus, viewfinder with interchangeable focusing screens, viewfinder blackout and a mirror mechanism, an AF system with all nine points cross-type with F5.6 or faster lens and a new optional combo vertical/WiFi grip. Canon has promoted the EOS 40D as the digital SLR for advanced amateurs and semi-professionals. Magnesium alloy serves as the body material. Software are provided together with the camera. This camera measures at 22.2 x 14.8 mm.
The EOS 40D digital camera can maintain image quality up to ISO 1600, expandable to H:3200 for situations where flash use is not permitted or desired. Pictures can be shot at 6.5 fps, max. burst 75 JPEGs. It has a 10.1 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and an AF system with 9 cross-type sensors. A viewfinder, picture style processing parameters, tone priority and an LCD with Live View mode are included. The Integrated Cleaning System helps in combating sensor dust and the camera’s magnesium alloy body with weather resistance helps in the durability of the product. The Highlight Tone Priority mode helps in boosting dynamic range for highlights when shooting above ISO 200. Images are processed at 14-bits. The 9-point cross-type AF system is for the purpose of achieving focus on both horizontal and vertical planes. The central AF point can focus of up to aperture f/2.8, with eight outer points working up to f/5.6 while the AF Start (AF-ON) button allows photographers to execute auto focus with their thumb. Using the mode dial, photographers can switch instantly between several shooting setups. The My Menu tab provides quick access to frequently used settings, while 24 custom functions allow photographers to fine-tune camera operation and controls. The Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3 enables wireless image transfer to remote FTP servers, along with two-way communication through PTP and HTTP. The EOS 40D is supplied with a comprehensive software suite to streamline the photographer’s workflow. This includes Digital Photo Professional (DPP), a RAW converter that provides RAW image processing control.
Bigger, faster and bolder, with genuinely handy new features such as Live View and Digic III image processing. This should be at the top of every 30D owner’s Christmas list and will appeal to 400D owners who need more power and flexibility. A great upgrade with hardly any downsides Read more
, and in that time the market for mid-range semi-professional digital SLRs has become a lot more crowded. While Canon is still the undisputed worldwide DSLR market leader, it no longer has only Nikon to worry about. The EOS 40D faces some pretty determined competition, so is this upgrade of the popular EOS 30D good enough to hold onto the lead? Read more
If this is your first tentative step into the semi-pro photo arena, it's hard to imagine a more complete, trustworthy and versatile introduction, and for the veteran the 40D has some definite improvements to offer over the EOS 30D. Read more
Canon’s taken a long time to bring the resolution of its semi-pro model into line with the cheaper entry-level 400D. If you shoot RAW, if you need that sensational 6.5fps shooting, and if you want a tough, long-lasting camera, the 40D is exceptional value for money. Despite the competition and the great debate about Canon's soft picture quality, the 40D is a dream to use. I have previously used Fuji Bridge Cameras and Canon 350D and 400D. The 40D is larger in body but... Read more
The strengths of the Canon EOS 40D overshadow any minor drawbacks. It is a powerful, scalable camera. This is a great step-up model whose versatility will grow along with a keen photographer. And if you're a more advanced shooter or a pro looking for something smaller and less costly than Canon's top-tier cameras (the 1D and 5D series), this camera is perfect for you. Read more
I purchased the Canon around October 2008 and had a lot of fun taking some of my best shots to date. Around a month ago, I noticed on every image with an aperture of about f.16 or smaller, there was a large cluster of flakes on the bottom left of the image. I tried the sensor cleaning mode, I purchased expensive swab kits but to no avail. The dust wasn't on the sensor filter, but between the filter and the actual sensor. This area should be completely and entirely... Read more
I have been a lifelong fan of Canon Cameras , and having used the 10D, 20D and 30D beofre moving onto the 40D i had high expectations. But the Camera has surpassed even my high expectations. In my opinion It is easy to use, practical and very rugged. In my line of work as a motorsport photographer the camera is exposed to the environment a lot, and yet it has performed faultlessly, regardless of the conditions, be it rain or even dust. From my point of view the menu... Read more
I've had two good days shooting with the 40D, taking over 1500 shots. My first impressions are very favourable. The shooting rate doesn't sound on paper much faster than the 20D, (6.5 fps against 5 fps) but in reality it is. The buffer is much larger. So far I've only been shooting JPEG, but it can shoot extremely quickly and consistently. The improvements I really like are firstly the ISO changes. You can see the ISO settings in the viewfinder, and it's easy to alter as... Read more
Incredibly much camera for the money. Buy it, you will not regret it! Read more
Despite the competition and the great debate about Canon's soft picture quality, the 40D is a dream to use. I have previously used Fuji Bridge Cameras and Canon 350D and 400D. The 40D is larger in body but much easier to control and hold, the extra size seems to give it a sure foot stability. I actually find it easier to use as many of the buttons are easy to the fingers and the menu is straight forward. Nikon and Pentax may be fine makers but the Canon's layout and... Read more