Canon EOS 450D - Superb!

Advantages: Extremely easy to use, fantastic picture quality, long battery life.
Disadvantages: I haven't found any!

...Introduction I bought the Canon EOS 450D a couple of months ago as my first SLR - and i can honestly say its an absolute pleasure to use. For someone like me who is a total novice in photography terms (but very willing to learn!) this camera is superb. Ease of use My friend and I researched SLR cameras for hours to try to find a camera for me. I can only be described as a beginner but I wanted to take the plunge and do some 'real' photography. The EOS 450D seemed to have everything I was looking for - and it is everything I was looking for. It is a very light, yet sturdy camera that fits comfortably in my hands. The large LCD screen is very sharp which is especially useful when you are trying to change settings, and i was surprised by how quickly i learned what all of the buttons did and also how quickly i was able to take a half decent...

island78 14.06.2009 · Read review
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The Canon EOS 50D superb image quality.

Advantages: Superb image quality, well built, High resolution, low noise, Excellent spec.
Disadvantages: Only minor gripes, no CF card included, large and heavy compared to some.

...connection for high quality viewing and playback on a High Definition TV Full compatibility with Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites File formats ? RAW (.CR2; 14-bit) ? JPEG (EXIF 2.21) - Fine / Normal ? RAW + JPEG (separate files simutaneous recording) ? sRAW1 (7.1 MP) ? sRAW2 (3.8 MP) Shooting modes ? Auto ? Creative auto ? Program AE (P) ? Shutter priority AE (Tv) ? Aperture priority AE (Av) ? Manual (M) ? Auto depth-of-field ? Portrait ? Landscape ? Close-up ? Sports ? Night portrait ? Flash off ? Camera user settings 1 ? Camera user settings 2 * Notes and advice on choosing lenses for this camera. There is often confusion for people when buying lenses for DSLR cameras (especially if they are new to DSLR's), as the actual focal length of a lens is not the same as...

Markh5682 03.03.2009 (28.03.2009) · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 50D

The Canon EOS 450D

Advantages: high quality images, great design, rugged yet light, good value, quick
Disadvantages: auto modes can be dodgy in extreme lighting, only one control wheel, bad live view

...Canon has for a long time been renowned for its high quality cameras with superb image quality and good value for money. The Canon EOS 450D is no exception: rugged build, high quality images from Canon's renowned CMOS sensor, and good battery life and usability all contribute to the making of an excellent entry lever DSLR camera. In terms of picture quality, I feel Canon is unrivalled, and the 450D upholds this reputation. The 12.2MP and CMOS sensor produce excellent results in all light conditions. In bright light, the Canon has no issues sensoring quickly and almost always producing a result in auto and manual modes. The meter is swift and reliable, producing results that are frequently bettered by knowledge of the manual mode and histogram, but nevertheless excellent. The images from low light situations are also very good...

tobymather 30.12.2008 · Read review
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Canon EOS 30D

Advantages: Multi-featured
Disadvantages: None

...This is a good quality product that offers good value for money in the very short term. Although as with most electronic products, the value will deteriorate over time and should be able to get a cheaper version next year. It's a great little device with plenty of features that I would highly recommend. This really is a wonderful piece of kit that should go well with many accessories because it really looks good. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before you buy it. We buy so many things nowadays that we don't really need. In the Box EOS 30D body Wide strap Battery Charger Power Cord Battery Pack BP-511A Interface cable Video cable Software CD ROM Purchased at Jessops for £850...

Nazuku 08.08.2006 (22.08.2007) · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS D30

Canon EOS 1D MKIII - I wanted one for 2 years

Advantages: Fast writing, low light/high ISO setting, huge screen, robust
Disadvantages: Auto focussing

...a bunch of firefighters doing breathing apparatus training in a basement in Southwark using the 3200 ISO setting and the Canon 70-200 mm F2.8L image stabilising lens. A lovely combination and the results are outstanding. The down side - I didn't need to wait for the four months to realise that the autofocussing on this camera takes some getting used to. On occasions where I cover sporting events, I have found that despite playing with a number of different focussing modes on the 1D, I get better focussing accuracy when using the 20D and 5D models, both used by our team of wedding and event photographers. I love the results I have created with this masterpiece at the top end of Canon's DSLR's. It's a heavy bit of kit, but the weight appears to be relative to the quality of build in digital photography. It's certainly appears to be...

Sidthemanager 31.12.2007 · Read review
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Canon EOS 300 - You can with a Canon

Advantages: everything about it
Disadvantages: still trying to find one

...of the information here has been taken from other resources to save time in typing what is already available. The sources are as listed : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single-lensreflexcamera http://www.canon.co.uk/forhome/productfinder/cameras/slr/eos300v/index.asp Canon 300V manual Personal obervations and experience. For those of you who like exact specifications please read on, if not then the review is now over. ~ Full Specs for the techs ! ~ Technical data Main Specifications Product Description: Canon EOS 300V - SLR camera - 35mm Camera Type: SLR camera Dimensions (WxDxH): 13 cm x 6.4 cm x 8.8 cm Weight: 365 g Camera Format: 35mm Exposure Range: 1/2000 sec - 30 sec Continuous Shooting Speed: 2.5 frames per second Mounting Type: Canon EF Film Advance: Automatic Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism...

lostsworld 24.06.2006 · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 300

A slightly less explosive Canon.

Advantages: Typically good Canon images.
Disadvantages: Poor flash and feels a bit flimsy.

...Canon along with Nikon have for years been known as the kings of camera`s but with things changing rapidly in the DSLR market Canon had to think fast. All of Canons recent releases have been at the expensive end of the market and they have been rapidly losing ground to the likes of Nikon and the new kids on the block (Sony). The release of the Canon EOS 1000D in June this year (2008)was an attempt to get back in the entry level market and whilst I think it should have the desired effect I am still not convinced they have done enough to tempt people away from the less expensive Sony option. Many people myself included thought that the new Canon would just be a fresher version of the Canon EOS 400D and the only stand out feature available on this 1000D that the 400 did not offer was a live view, so were Canon trying to pull the wool...

thebigc1690 08.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 1000D

Canon Quality

Advantages: Same Canon quality we have come to expect, great ISO capabilities.
Disadvantages: Buttons can get fiddly in the cold.

... Canon 500D Introduction Canons range of cameras is very impressive. Everyone can be accommodated for, there really is something for everyone. Camera Itself First off, the camera. The sensor on this model has a larger pixel count than many of its rivals and cheaper models in the range. The 15.1 megapixels on offer is more than enough for the market it is aimed at, these images will easily be blown up above A3 and still retain most of the detail. The new addition to this camera that sets it apart from the older models is the Full 1080p movies. Many photographers don?t like this new mode but if you don?t, then simply don?t use it. Having the functionality of a high quality video camera on family holidays and such will be welcomed by the enthusiast market at which this is aimed toward. One problem I found...

aadamm 23.10.2009 · Read review
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Canon EOS 400D

Advantages: Low cost entry to Digital SLR photography. Compatible with all Canon Ef and Ef-s lenses
Disadvantages: Manual exposure fiddly, Kit lens good for cost, but not high-quality

...Review EOS 400d The canon 400D is a good camera - for the price it's a great camera. It's relatively compact; lightweight; comes with an adequate lens; has programmed settings for novices - like portrait and landscape modes; but also offers manual control of apertures, shutter speeds, white balance, ISO? so that the more experienced photographers can have fun and be a little more creative. One item to note if you are upgrading from a digital compact is that you have to use the viewfinder. The screen on the back of the camera only shows exposure information, and allows you to view photographs you have already taken. It does not let you view the scene you are about to photograph. In my opinion this is a good thing because it forces you to hold the camera properly - up against your face where it can be held steadily, instead of at arms...

montmorillonite 16.07.2008 · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 400D

Canon EOS 400D - Great Value for money Digital SLR

Advantages: Good price, easy to use
Disadvantages: Has been superceded

...Having had a Canon EOS 350D, when the 400D was launched I was so confident of the brand that it was a forgone conclusion that I would buy one. The build quality is the first positive point. It is such a solid camera, not that you would bash it on purpose, but it'll certainly take a few knocks without any problems. The 18-55mm kit lens that I got with mine is also pretty good. This does feel a little cheaply made in comparison to the camera, but it does the job and has good optics. The screen on the back of the unit gives you all the information needed. Once a picture is taken it also gives you a preview. There is no live view, like point-and-shoot compacts and the latest digital SLR's. This means that framing your photos is done through the VERY clear optical viewfinder. The results are just stunning. The EOS 400D will beat any compact...

davomrmac 06.06.2009 · Read review
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