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Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only
 
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Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only

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4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

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Technical Details

  • DIGIC III processor with 10.1 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
  • 6.5fps, 75 JPEG image burst
  • High-precision wide-area AF
  • 3.0 inch LCD with Live View mode
  • EOS Integrated Cleaning System
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Product details

  • Item Weight: 699 g
  • Boxed-product Weight: 2.3 Kg
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  • Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required.
  • Item model number: 1901B020AA
  • ASIN: B000V9KCEY
  • Date first available at Amazon.co.uk: 19 Aug 2007
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank:: 7,950 in Electronics & Photo (See Bestsellers in Electronics & Photo)
    #40 in  Electronics & Photo > Photography > Digital Cameras > Digital SLRs

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Manufacturer's Description

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, plus a 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 3.0-inch LCD monitor and more, the EOS 40D elevates digital photography to new heights, enhancing the shooting experience, and delivering images one could only expect from a Canon.

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- 10.1 MP APS-C CMOS sensor. - 6.5fps, 75 JPEG image burst. - High precision wide area AF. - 3.0 LCD with Live View mode. - DIGIC III processor. - EOS Integrated Cleaning System. - Picture Style. - Magnesium alloy body. - Compatible with all EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlites. 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensorCanonTs CMOS sensor gives the camera a wide dynamic range, retaining subtle details in shadow and highlight areas. An improved pixel design and on-chip noise reduction ensure clean, crisp images throughout the ISO range. Images are converted at 14 bits for finer gradations and superior colour reproduction.6.5 fps shootingThe EOS 40D captures up to 6.5 frames per second for a continuous burst of up to 75 large JPEG images 17 in RAW. Wide-area AF with 9 cross type pointsThe high precision AF system employs 9 cross type points for precise focusing on both horizontal and vertical planes. The central AF point offers sensitivity up to f/2.8. Points are spread out across the AF frame to better accommodate off-centre subjects. 3.0 LCD with Live View modeThe bright 3.0 LCD provides pin-sharp definition for checking focus and composition, with 10x magnification for finer details. When shooting from awkward positions, Live View mode gives you the option of framing your image from the LCD. DIGIC III processorFast and highly accurate, DIGIC III processes images at 14 bits for finer colour gradations. DIGIC III minimizes power consumption for prolonged battery life and delivers instant 0.15 second start up time.EOS Integrated Cleaning SystemCanonTs built-in dust prevention and cleaning system works to keep the sensor clean. A combination of technologies reduces, repels and removes dust and includes a Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit that shakes dust from the sensor with each power on.Picture StylePicture Style presets provide easy control over image processing parameters. Each style offers a different colour response. Picture Style presets are customizable in-camera or through the supplied

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86 of 87 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Thinking about a 400D - stump up the extra..., 9 Nov 2007
By fireblue (Sheffield, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only (Electronics)
I've been using digital cameras for years right back to an epson model that recorded at 640*480 and looked like a brick and more recently I've worked my way through the SLR type Lumix range. But I have to admit that I've stayed loyal to my film SLR because I didn't want to make an expensive mistake.

However I bought a 400D at the beginning of the year and I is fantastic, so happy with digital I decided I needed a backup. Saw the 40D on Amazon for £730 plus £50 cash back from Canon and it's suddenly only £150ish more than I paid for my 400D.

I was worried that this was just going to be the big brother of the 400D and I wasn't going to get much for the extra money. But no worries here - the 40D is head and shoulders above what now feels like a very consumer orientated 400D.

It's a big camera, no hiding it this won't fit in your pocket, but it is extremely comfortable to hold and much easier to handle than the 400D. The setup is simpler in many ways with two wheels, but if you're a novice and this is your first DSLR you need to spend a day or two with the instruction manual taking so creative shots to see what it can do.

The shutter noise is fairly loud, but it is a muffled loud if that makes sense so it's not too noticeable. Continuous shooting is a dream with 8 shots off in next to no time if you want it, at the slower mode you get about a dozen continuous shots before the camera slows down.

I've only shot RAW and I'm impressed with the quality of the images, excellent colour and very little noise. Note that RAW doesn't work on OS X 10.4.10 yet so you'll have to wait for the 10.4.11 update, use the Canon software (I use Aperture) or upgrade to OS X 10.5.

Overall this is a very solid investment. If you're going to spend a decent amount of money on a DSLR consider this over the 400D. Don't worry about the 10mp rating either - I print out on A2 paper and there is no visible loss of quality and my customers are very happy with the results.

I'm very happy with my purchase and will be even happier when Canon send me my £50 :)
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78 of 81 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars well worth the upgrade, 15 Oct 2007
By M. Pearse (Chatham, Kent, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only (Electronics)
A sudden rush of blood to the head last Friday found me parting company with £1k to become the owner of the EOS 40d + 17-85 lens. Stupid really considering I had only wanted to get a new point and shoot.

I already own a 20d which has performed admirably well over the years. As you can imagine, the buyers remorse hit soon after I left the store and I wondered if I had made the right decision...

Two outings at the weekend have answered the question...MOST DEFINATELY YES!

This camera has to be the most intuitive, easy to use SLR I have owned.

It is simple things that make this a joy to use.

The viewfinder is much bigger and brighter. The LCD screen is a lot bigger than the 20d and provides you with a much better image to analyse post shot...unlike the 20d, you can see if you have suffered from camera shake or you are out of focus.

My favourite new feature is the 'picture style' setting, which is really just the old preferences setting but a hell of a lot easier to find and use. Press the button, dial in the setting and the camera will adjust contrast, sharpness, saturation etc to provide excellent results. I set the camera to landscape and the resultant shots were superb, with the blues and greens nicely saturated but not to the point of looking like a comic.

The picture style also allows you to set the camera to black & white a lot quicker than it did on the old 20d.

Maybe my old 20d had metering issues but the results on the 40d are noticably more colourful and with greater detail. I also don't seem to be suffering with the wonky horizons that plagued my 20d shots.

I also like the added sensor cleaning feature but it is too early to say whether that really works or it is a gimic!

Build and feel wise the two are pretty similiar although the 40d does feel a little heavier.

Any down sides? Well, those with a heavy finger be warned about the motor drive, I found myself taking 2-3 shot birsts without meaning too. That's all I have found out so far!!

Apart from that my first impressions are excellent...if you are the owner of a 10d or 20d or new to D-SLR photography then you would not go far wrong by investing in the 40d.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Just quality...., 15 May 2008
By S. Symonds "Slabhed" (New Zealand these days!) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only (Electronics)
Quite simply, this is just a well thought out and quality piece of gear. Built like a tank, great picture quality, low noise and FAST. It focuses quickly and you can crack shots off even in RAW like nobody's business. Programmable user settings and Liveview are useful additions.
Might not have all the bells and whistles of Nikon's D300, but it's a much cheaper real-world tool that gives you access to an excellent range of lenses.

**UPDATE**
I guess the 40D won't be sold new for a great deal longer, but I'll update anyway. Over a year and 10-20k shots with it and it hasn't blinked once. It's been a joy to use and I can't really think of anything I'd improve. I'm considering a 5D or 5DII (for improved wide angle performance with a 17-40 or 16-35) but I won't be getting rid of my 40D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Canon 40D The Best APS-C Digital EOS to date.
I bought a 50D with an 18-200 kit lens and quickly got a full refund. I have now bought a brand new 40D and it's brilliant. WHY? Read more
Published 7 months ago by A. Bayley

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Great Value Camera
There are lots of great reviews for this camera, but I thought I could add a few more points to encourage people to buy this camera while you can. Read more
Published 10 months ago by R. J. de Bulat

5.0 out of 5 stars Seriously Good!!
OK, the tech thing has been more than adequately covered on here before, so I won't bother tripping out just another essay on pixels and stuff. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Robert Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific camera - professionals on a budget
Terrific semi-pro, or even pro camera (so many people rave about the older 5D, I think at price / performance, I find the 40D hard to beat at the price point). Read more
Published 12 months ago by mrcambridge

5.0 out of 5 stars Cracking Bit of Kit
After owning a 400D for a couple of years i was wanting to upgrade to a more 'capable' SLR. There really are only two(2) front runners in the Pro-Am area, namely Canon and Nikon,... Read more
Published 13 months ago by M. A. Stephens

5.0 out of 5 stars All hail Canon's classic photographic workhorse
I started off with an EOS 400D as my first DSLR, and quickly realised that it was just not the camera I needed. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Rob

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy the Eos 40D new while you still can! My prediction is that the 40D's 2nd hand price will RISE over the next couple of years.
The Eos 40D remains the king of Canon's 'prosumer' cameras in 2009 AND for sometime to come. Period. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr. T. White

4.0 out of 5 stars A Shot In The Dark
I have been a 400D owner for just over two years now, and been generally very happy with the performance of said beast. Read more
Published 18 months ago by ESP

5.0 out of 5 stars Giveaway at the price
I bought the 40D as a replacement for my 400d and the difference is unbelievable.

One of the key features I was after was a better handling of high ISO images as my... Read more
Published 20 months ago by brainleek007

3.0 out of 5 stars Good except for ergonomics, weight and horrid LCD
The other reviews accurately set out all the good points. I am balancing the scales with some of the problems I experienced with my Canon 5D which are replicated with the Canon... Read more
Published 21 months ago by R. Searle

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