Canon EOS 50D DSLR Camera (Body Only) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
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Brand | Canon |
Model Name | Canon EOS 50D |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 15.1 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority, Program, bulb, shutter-priority, Manual, E-TTL II prog, depth-of-field, Automatic |
Form Factor | DSLR |
About this item
- 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with improved noise reduction
- Body only; lenses sold separately
- Enhanced Live View shooting includes Face Detection Live mode
- New Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction setting; HDMI output
- Capture images to Compact Flash Type I or II memory cards (not included)
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Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Auto focus | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 3.9 |
Image stabilization | — | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 3.7 |
Quality of material | 5.0 | — | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | 4.0 |
For landscape photography | — | 4.5 | 4.9 | — | — | 3.8 |
Sold By | Peacock Store | BluebirdSales | 42nd Street Photo | 42nd Street Photo | Amazon.com | Electronics Basket |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
lens type | interchangeable | Wide Angle | ボディのみ | interchangeable | Telephoto | interchangeable |
zoom type | Digital | Optical Zoom | Optical, Digital | Optical Zoom | — | Optical Zoom |
shooting modes | Close-up, Landscape, Sports, Portrait, Night Portrait, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, Custom | Automatic | Automatic | Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome | Automatic | Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Portrait, Monochrome |
connectivity tech | HDMI | Wi-Fi, NFC | HDMI, USB | USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB |
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 920,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 15.1 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 15.1 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Custom |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Studio |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250_sec |
Supported Image Format | JPEG, Raw |
Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
Video Standard | AVCHD |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x |
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Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Batteries Required? | No |
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Number of Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Are Batteries Included | No |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium-Ion BP-511A rechargeable battery & charger |
Battery Weight | 77 Grams |
Battery Life | 800 Photos |
Removable Memory | CompactFlash Type I or II |
Software Included | EOS Digital Solution |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 6.3 |
Wireless Communication Technology | yes |
Flash Memory Type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Special Feature | TFT-LCD with 920K pixels and Live View function |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Supported Audio Format | JPEG, RAW |
Form Factor | DSLR |
Hardware Interface | PictBridge, VGA, USB, HDMI, CompactFlash Type I or II |
Audio Recording | No |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Lens Type | interchangeable |
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Aperture Modes | F3.5–F5.6 |
Optical Zoom | 4.8 x |
Minimum Aperture | 3.5 |
Zoom Type | Digital |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | Lens not included |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF-S, Canon EF |
Focus Type | Autofocus & Manual |
Maximum Focal Length | 55 |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 3200 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | aperture-priority, Program, bulb, shutter-priority, Manual, E-TTL II prog, depth-of-field, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Light Sensitivity | ISO auto, ISO 100-12800 |
Shooting Modes | Neutral, Landscape, Faithful, Portrait, Night Portrait, Custom, Monochrome, Close-up, Sports |
Model Name | Canon EOS 50D |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 50D Body |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #276,220 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #532 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B001EQ4BVI |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | USB Cable |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Digic 4 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.75 x 2.91 x 4.25 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.62 Pounds |
Manufacturer Warranty Description Parts | As-is, no warranty |
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Product Description
Canon’s new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and you’ll experience true digital inspiration.
From the Manufacturer
Canons new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and youll experience true digital inspiration!
Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR Highlights
New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with improved noise reduction
The EOS 50D features a newly-designed 15.1-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor which is capable of recording up to 4752 x 3168 pixels with full 14-bit A/D conversion for extremely fine tonal gradation. Ready to capture images in an instant, the sensor is designed to work with Canons EF and EF-S lenses with a conversion factor of 1.6x. Its capable of recording at sensitivities previously too noisy for shooting in low light or subjects in motion. With a maximum ISO rating of 12800 combined with a 4-level High ISO speed noise reduction function, images that would have been impossible without the use of a strobe or flash become simple to record.
The EOS 50D operates with such effortless speed that operation is nothing short of intuitive. With instant startup times, speedy autofocus and minimal shutter lag, the EOS 50D is one of the fastest cameras available today. It can shoot up to 6.3 fps, in bursts of up to 90 JPEGs (using an UDMA CF card), 60 JPEGs (using a CF card) consecutively or 16 RAW files, so youll never, ever miss a shot.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
This next generation DIGIC 4 Image Processor offers finer details and even more natural color reproduction, compared with the previous DIGIC III Image Processor. Since Canons DIGIC 4 chips use advanced signal processing technologies, they provide even faster operations, including write times to UDMA cards. It also enables Face Detection Live mode to detect and focus up to 35 face(s) to capture the best possible shot. Further, DIGIC 4 offers the improved Auto Lighting Optimizer that corrects brightness and contrast automatically, and Peripheral Illumination Correction for up to 40 EF lenses. DIGIC always maximizes performance between the capturing and recording stages of digital photography.
3.0-inch Clear View LCD The EOS 50D features a bright, high resolution, 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor with 920,000 (dots/VGA) pixels and a broad viewing angle of 160 degrees horizontally and vertically. It offers a brighter and more detailed display than the EOS 40D, includes a new smudge-resistant coating, and is perfect for accessing camera settings like ISO, Metering modes AF Point selection and flash options. Plus, its superb for reviewing, editing and deleting photos or composing new images in Live View Function.
Enhanced Live View shooting includes Face Detection Live mode
The EOS 50D features Canons most advanced Live View shooting thanks to the number of focusing modes available including Quick mode, Live mode and Face Detection Live mode. You can zoom in and navigate the composition 5x or 10x normal size, enabling critical focus. Theres even 2 overlay grid options, perfect for lining up vertical and horizontal lines. In the studio, the camera can be controlled remotely with Live View Function when the camera is connected to a computer through a USB cable, or wirelessly if the optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3A is used.
9 cross-type high-precision sensors for accurate target subject acquisition
The EOS 50D has a high-precision 9-point wide area AF that uses cross-type points at f-stops of f/5.6 or faster, enabling the camera to focus faster, more accurately, and in difficult lighting situations. AF sensitivity is a stunning EV-0.5 to EV18. Adding to this AF performance, the EOS 50D incorporates a diagonally mounted cross-type sensor that is sensitive to both vertical and horizontal lines at f/2.8, perfect for enhanced operation in dim light. The EOS 50D has a number of focus modes, including One-Shot AF, AI Focus AF and AI Servo AF.
New Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction setting
Canons exclusive Lens Peripheral Illumination setting takes into account any light falloff in the corners of the frame and corrects it, making for a perfectly exposed image. Correction data are detected automatically on a number of Canon EF lenses and can be entered manually through included the Canon EOS Utility software.
Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System
The EOS 50Ds Self Cleaning Sensor Unit eliminates stray dust that enters the camera when changing a lens or when out in the field. The sensors IR-cut/Low-pass filter cleans itself automatically with ultrasonic vibrations every time the camera is turned on or off and features a new flourine coating to minimize dust adhesion. Dust missed by the cleaning unit is captured by Canons Dust Delete Data Detection software and can be erased from the image file.
Self Cleaning Sensor Unit
A key element of minimizing dust is preventing it from clinging to the front surface of the imaging sensor. To combat this, the EOS 50D features a Canon-designed Self Cleaning Sensor Unit. The low-pass filter at the front of the sensor shakes off dust automatically with ultrasonic vibrations, removing dust from the sensor assembly. The EOS 50D also has a coating on the front surface of the low-pass filter, to increase its resistance to dust sticking to the sensor.
Dust Delete Data Detection
Dust that may still remain on the front of the sensor can also be erased with software included in Digital Photo Professional (DPP) Version 3.3 or later software. A simple test shot of a plain, white object can be taken, using a menu setting. This Dust Delete Data image is analyzed in-camera, and the location and size of any remaining dust is added to any subsequent pictures taken. This data is transmitted along with the image, whether JPEG or RAW, and can be either manually or automatically erased in Canons DPP software. This added software option ensures the cleanest possible image, perfect for printing or archiving.
Creative Auto goes a step beyond full auto with on screen setting display The EOS 50D has a new Creative Auto mode and a quick control screen that helps novice users narrow the gap between fully automatic and manual control. While the camera will remain by default in fully automatic mode, frequently changed settings like flash, exposure compensation, image quality and more are all accessible through one easy screen interface designed for intuitive, quick action. A provided shooting guide serves as a quick-reference for on-the-fly operation.
HDMI output for displaying full high-resolution images on a HDTV The EOS 50D includes a new HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output device that enables High Definition display of your photographs on any HDTV with HDMI ports. Its remarkable to behold the details of your photographs in Full HD, and its easy with the EOS 50D. Resolution is set automatically to match the TV to which youve connected, and images are displayed in a full-frame 3:2 ratio with blacked out bars to the left and right of the image.
Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories
EF & EF-S Lenses
The EOS 50D is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF and EF-S lineup, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Special optical technologies, such as Aspherical, ultra-low dispersion, or fluorite elements are featured in the universally acclaimed L-series lenses. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology is featured in select lenses to minimize the effect of camera shake. Through Canon lenses, photographers can truly maximize the quality and liberating performance of the EOS 50D.
Flash Photography
The EOS 50D features the acclaimed E-TTL II flash metering system. With any of the flashes in the EX Speedlite line, E-TTL II provides reliable flash output whether shooting fill-in flash pictures in sunlight, or using flash in total darkness. With E-TTL II, the exact same 35-zone metering sensor used for measuring ambient light is also used for flash metering--giving even finer metering command of the image area. If you prefer a broader area for flash metering, there's a menu setting to change to "Average" flash metering--where the entire 35-zone area is measured evenly for flash exposure.
Software
Canon EOS Digital Solution Disk (Version 17.0)
The EOS 50D comes bundled with an updated Canon EOS Digital Solution Disk, which features powerful software programs designed to extend the EOS experience to the computer. These include Canon's EOS Utility (Version 2.5), Digital Photo Professional (Version 3.5), ZoomBrowser EX for Windows (Version 6.2), ImageBrowser for Macintosh OS X (Version 6.2), the Picture Style Editor (Version 1.4), PhotoStitch (version 3.2), WFT Utility (version 3.2). Each application is designed to perfect the captured images and streamline the digital workflow.
EOS Utility (Version 2.5) for Macintosh or Windows handles the connection between the camera and computer, whenever theyre connected via USB. It allows remote controlled shooting from the computer, handles downloading of images from the camera to the computer, and allows seamless linking to either Canons ZoomBrowser/ImageBrowser or Digital Photo Professional software once images have been copied to the hard drive. Furthermore, its used to upload settings back into a USB-connected camera.
Digital Photo Professional (Version 3.5) is an image processing program that enables high-speed RAW image processing, high-speed previewing for real-time image adjustment and support for sRGB, Adobe RGB and Wide Gamut RGB color spaces. Because its CMS (Color Management System) compatible, Digital Photo Professional allows for easy image layout and printing in Adobe RGB in conjunction with Easy-PhotoPrint and PictBridge printers. It also features the Dust Delete Data Detection tool for cleaner images.
ZoomBrowser EX (Version 6.2) for Windows and ImageBrowser (Version 6.2) for Mac OS X are the easy, user-friendly options for viewing and editing of JPEG and even RAW image files. Both allow viewing of numerous types of images including finished TIFF and BMP files. Both also have a variety of search options for finding images, allow re-naming of single images or batches of files, and offer a variety of options for printing without using a separate image-editing program.
Picture Style Editor (Version 1.4)
Canons Picture Style Editor enables photographers to create custom Picture Style profiles that can be used to customize the appearance of JPEG and RAW images captured with EOS Digital SLR cameras. Picture Style files created with Picture Style Editor can be loaded into the EOS cameras that support Picture Style and may also be used when processing RAW images in Canon software applications Digital Photo Professional, ZoomBrowser EX (for Windows) and ImageBrowser (for Mac).
Review from dpreview.com
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at DPReview.com Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR: Highly Recommended (just) by dpreview.com
Almost exactly a year after the arrival of the EOS 40D, Canon has announced the 50D, which we're assured will be a sister-model, rather than a replacement. Recent history has seen Canon release new models every 18 months-or-so but it's been a busy year with newcomers such as the Nikon D300 getting a lot of attention in the 40D's keen-amateur/professional segment. The 50D is essentially a 40D body wrapped around a newly-developed 15 megapixel sensor that finally rectifies the situation in which Canon's XXD range trailed the company's entry-level line, in pixel terms. Canon is claiming that the new sensor's design (new manufacturing processes, redesigned photo diodes and micro lenses) mean that despite the higher resolution image noise has improved, something we'll be putting to the test later.
The other big change is the inclusion of a new, high-resolution LCD screen. 920,000 dots mean that it can convey 640 x 480 RGB pixels, making it effectively a VGA standard monitor. Three anti-reflection layers built into the screen do their best to keep it useable in bright conditions, too.
>Read more at dpreview.com
Canon EOS 50D: Highly recommended by dpreview.comIt's exactly eight years ago this month that Phil posted his review of the Canon D30. The camera was Canon's first 'developed in house' DSLR and therefore a milestone in digital photography. But it was also the first model in the popular line of cameras of which the EOS 50D is the latest descendant. Technology has moved on at the speed of light since the year 2000 but each generation of x0D cameras left its mark in the marketplace and the photographic community alike and there is no reason to believe to 50D would be any different. Or is there?
›Read the full Canon EOS 50D digital SLR review at dpreview.com
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, and build quality of the camera. For example, they mention it's a great camera for a serious amateur or a pros backup piece, the pictures turn out very nice, and the photos are in focus much more of the time. That said, they appreciate the value for money. Opinions are mixed on brightness and noise.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention that it is superb, impressive, and a great camera for a serious armature or a pros backup piece. They also say that it has a fantastic body with great capability, and the lens is a good lens. Overall, customers consider it to be a worthy product and able to take great pictures.
"...The quality is superb. I love the sharpness and detail. With 15mp I can crop in close and still have sharp images...." Read more
"...Resolution: 15 mpixels... WOW! Images are razor sharp and extremely detailed. I did quite well with 6 mpixels on EOS 10D but this is amazing...." Read more
"...Most of functions can be easily accessed with the two dials and the buttons are well placed...." Read more
"...And I'm glad that I did. It's a great camera, worth the asking price.What's so great about it? Simple, features and pixels...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say that the photos turn out very nice, and the camera brings a significant improvement in detail to their photographs. They also say that it's great for taking pictures over a fence that they could not see over. Customers also mention that the camera works fast, takes a lot of pictures, and produces wonderful shots that will help them capture weddings much better.
"...the 28-135mm kit lens and mounted on this camera I get the most beautiful nature photos...." Read more
"...Resolution: 15 mpixels... WOW! Images are razor sharp and extremely detailed. I did quite well with 6 mpixels on EOS 10D but this is amazing...." Read more
"...the user use a 800 ISO setting indoors while still retaining a nice quality image, whereas the XSI can only be used for up to 400 ISO before seeing..." Read more
"...My 50D lets me work fast, take a lot of pictures and keep far more than I throw away...." Read more
Customers find the camera easy to use. They say the controls are easy to navigate, the buttons are easy, and the menu is easy to understand. The camera is trouble-free and has a better user interface. Customers also say it's a joy to use and takes beautiful pictures. The user's manual is okay, but some prefer the field guide.
"...LCD display, easily viewable indoors and out, a pleasure to use, compared to the small 1.8" diagonal LCD display of the EOS 10D...." Read more
"...The ergonomics of the 50D was easy to get used to after spending a brief amount of time with it...." Read more
"...] from Adorama; they matched the price and they've been very easy to work with. OK that's enough from me!..." Read more
"...I find the images to be crisp and clear and the operation easy to use...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the camera. They mention that it has a very solid feel to it, and is built to last a long time. They also say that it can handle some rough stuff, and that the image stabilized lens is great.
"...As a sign of excellently built and sturdiness, this camera with a Tokina 12-24 ATX Pro zoom lens and a Speedlight EX-430 flash attached, recently..." Read more
"...in weight and a obvious sense that this camera was built to last a long time, as compared to the lightweight XSI, which has a plastic feel...." Read more
"...Another thing I really like is the solid build. It feels like a tank and knowing that metal and weather seal will keep this running long after I..." Read more
"...Pros for a Canon 50d:- Solid built- 15 MP (do they matter anymore?)- Great dial interface-..." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital camera. They say it's excellent value and they saved a bundle of money.
"...Amazon was great. Saved a bundle of money that I will be using on accessories and lenses." Read more
"...And Amazon did a nice job with a very competitive price (for a US model camera) and by shipping and delivering in just 2 days..." Read more
"...The price was right so I thought I would take a chance on this camera. The listing described it as "very good"...." Read more
"...Thank you Amazon for making up for Canon's shortcomings. Good prices, fast shipping, good return/exchange policies and even better customer service..." Read more
Customers are happy with the appearance of the camera. They say it looks and works great, and produces great looking shots. They also appreciate the huge LCD screen, which is crisp and clear. Customers also love the layout, size, and capabilities of the product. They mention that the color is beautiful, and the top screen is fantastic.
"...The quality and detail is fantastic. Just be sure to a good screen cover to protect it. 4) Oh hell, I could go on and on but I won't...." Read more
"...The LCD screen is gorgeous! And the controls and menus are easy to navigate...." Read more
"...The pics out of this camera are absolutely gorgeous, sharp, and make me very happy of the purchase...." Read more
"...3. LCD screen amazing. Actually thats too good in my opinion.4. Two pre-seeting is very useful for some known conditions.5...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the camera. Some mention that the viewfinder is brighter, focusing and shooting (burst) is much faster, and saves battery life. They also appreciate the ability to shoot in very low light and still get excellent pictures. However, other customers say that the picture quality is never sharp and crisp, and the pictures are blurry.
"...LCD display: 3" diagonal, bright, high res. LCD display, easily viewable indoors and out, a pleasure to use, compared to the small 1.8" diagonal LCD..." Read more
"...Time and time again, I've been very pleased with it's low light focusing capabilities...." Read more
"...They do go on to say, however, that the megapixel count does demand good optics...." Read more
"...One of the most impressive things to me was how it handles low light situations...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the camera. Some mention that it has very low noise on high ASA/ISO setting, while others say that it makes a lot of chroma noise.
"...Cons of a Canon 50d:- Noise performance isn't comparable to even cheaper models like Nikon D90...." Read more
"...Pictures noise: very low noise on high ASA/ISO setting. I read several reviews stating that compared to EOS 40D this camera is more noisy...." Read more
"...With 50D, all that is gone.1. The sensor: has higher noise and lower dynamic range compared to predecessor (40D), competition (D90) and..." Read more
"...for a magnificent DOF (depth of field), as well as a better noise reduction system letting the user use a 800 ISO setting indoors while still..." Read more
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When the 50D arrived at my door I shot 300 photos the next day. The quality is superb. I love the sharpness and detail. With 15mp I can crop in close and still have sharp images. I opted to add the 70-300mm IS USM zoom to the 28-135mm kit lens and mounted on this camera I get the most beautiful nature photos. The kit lens has a bit of a cheap feel for an item carrying the canon nameplate but it takes nice photos.
I still have a lot to learn. If you are fairly new to this level of camera the manual, while very detailed, will leave you needing more. I chose to buy the Canon 50D book by David Busch and it's like having an instructor walking you through the cameras abilities.
I would recommend this camera to anyone. I am very pleased.
A few useful points:
1) While a very large camera the 50d fits very well in my hand. It is well designed and
I carry it all day in the woods without a strap.
2) THe eyecup positions your face right on the LCD and the skins oils will end up on the
screen. I fixed that with the hoodman eyecup.
3) Speaking of the LCD, what a beauty. The quality and detail is fantastic. Just be sure to
a good screen cover to protect it.
4) Oh hell, I could go on and on but I won't. This was the right camera for me and I am pleased with the purchase. Amazon was great. Saved a bundle of money that I will be using on accessories and lenses.
In all aspects this new EOS 50D camera seriously outperforms the other camera on a large margin.
As a sign of excellently built and sturdiness, this camera with a Tokina 12-24 ATX Pro zoom lens and a Speedlight EX-430 flash attached, recently fell on the wood floor of my house, from my tripod. Tripod was faulty and the head separated from the tripod body. I was horrified. To my amazement, nothing happened. I do not know how lucky I was, but I won't ever play with my luck again. I bought a new tripod since.
LCD display: 3" diagonal, bright, high res. LCD display, easily viewable indoors and out, a pleasure to use, compared to the small 1.8" diagonal LCD display of the EOS 10D.
Exposure meter: much more accurate, compared to the older camera. Canon cameras, over the years typically underexposed, when a wide angle lens was used. This one seems to have overcome that issue. Extremely accurate exposures on evaluative metering, with or without flash.
Color accuracy: an improvement over EOS 10D. in order to achieve vibrant, true to life colors, I used to crank the saturation control on the older camera to the max. This one seems to achieve true and vibrant colors on "standard" pic mode... however this "standard" pic mode, also cranks saturation to high :)
Pictures noise: very low noise on high ASA/ISO setting. I read several reviews stating that compared to EOS 40D this camera is more noisy. I do not know the 40D much, but compared to 10D, this camera shines at high ISO settings. I used ISO 3200 and pics are very smooth. At Hi sensitivity setting (presumed ISO 6400), the noise is visually comparable to ISO 1600 settings on the older camera (on a 23"LCD computer screen). I did not try yet the 12800 (Hi-2) setting, but I have heard it is noisy.
Resolution: 15 mpixels... WOW! Images are razor sharp and extremely detailed. I did quite well with 6 mpixels on EOS 10D but this is amazing.
Flash card read/write speed: I am using Sandisk Extreme III flash memory cards. It may be even better with Extreme-IV series. Transfer speed from the camera body to the PC and also using a Sandisk extreme USB 2.0 reader, extremely high. Files simply zap, even 20 MB RAW files... Amazing!
Well done Canon! I am extremely pleased with this camera. I may however be not the most demanding or critical person in reviewing this camera body.
And Amazon did a nice job with a very competitive price (for a US model camera) and by shipping and delivering in just 2 days (with special annual membership plan).