Canon EOS 40D Canon EOS 40D is a 10 megapixel SLR digital camera that saw a lot of hype prior to its release. According to users who have bought this camera, it lives up to the hype – and then some. Its DIGIC III image processor and large 3 inch LCD make it a favorite among casual photographers and professionals alike. Users have nothing but lavish praise for this camera. Canon EOS 40D consistently gets 5-star ratings and plenty of glowing reviews from owners. Some laud the camera’s impressive light sensitivity and its hefty size. The camera feels substantial, not like something fragile that might break with rough treatment. With the EFS 17-85 IS in place, the camera weighs in at two and a half pounds! But it does fit into the photographer’s hands naturally, and handles very well. Professional action photographers use this camera for outdoor work and enjoy its sharpness and color identity. The camera even cleans itself every time it is turned off, thanks to an automatic sensor cleaning feature. Some users feel that it is more suited to advanced camera users. The sheer number of features can be intimidating. Customers recommend a lot of patience and exploration, or even the purchase of special training DVDs to help new photographers learn the ins and outs of the 40D. Here are just a few features: • • • • • • • • • •
10.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor DIGIC III Image Processor RAW, JPEG File Format Canon EF/EF-S Lens Mount Auto and Manual Focus Auto and Manual Exposure ISO 100-1600 (3200 Enhanced) 3.0-inch LCD Compact Flash Memory Lithium-ion Battery