The Canon 20D is the fourth DSLR of the xxD line by Canon, which now contains 6 cameras. In my opinion the 20D is one of the best, for a number of reasons. The 8mp sensor allows prints to be made at A3 size or more, while reducing noise in the images. It also features a Magnesium Alloy body which feels very solid, and adds to the impression that this camera is more expensive than it actually is - it can be found very cheaply now from eBay or professional camera dealers. The 5 frames per second is more than enough for shooting action sequences, from children's school sports days to F1 and airshows. The images the 20D produces are of very high quality, with comparitavely low noise at high ISO presenting perfectly useable shots up to ISO 800. Battery life is impressive, but can be improved by using the optional BG-E2 battery grip, which holds two batteries and contributes to the excellent handling, even when coupled with large telephoto lenses. Another disadvantage is that users upgrading from small conpact cameras may find the 20D to be large and bulky, but it is no more so than any other cameras of similar specification, and the extra size and weight is a small price to pay for drastically improved photos. Because the camera uses an APS-C size sensor, all lens focal lengths are multiplied by 1.6x, which is great news for sports and action photographers, but those own wide-angle lenses may find that they are not so wide anymore.
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Advantages: Great strong body, professional features, great performance. Disadvantages: Now a succeded by the 30D, smallish screen that can sometimes be hard to see in direct sunlight.
leebo87 26.08.2006 ·
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