Canon EOS 40D - Expert Reviews

Review summary: This semi-professional DSLR is the 10-megapixel successor to the EOS 30D, reviewed last autumn, and slots into Canon's range between the budget 400D and the mortgage-baiting EOS 1Ds Mark III. The 40D is still pricey - at around £900 without lens - so Cano

Pros: Built to last, bridges the gap between entry-level and pro DSLRs, warm colours and plenty of detail in the images, large LCD

Cons: Expensive, no built-in image stabilisation, poor positioning of power switch

Verdict: Left on default, the pictures are slightly warm, though not unrealistically so, and sharp too, providing a good option for portraits. White balance is accurate, image noise unproblematic and to prevent any undesirables intruding there's an anti dust funct

Review summary: The Impressive Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR Built with the adventurous photographer in mind, the Canon EOS 40D digital SLR [...]

Verdict: Compatibility with a range of over 60 EF/EF-S lenses and EX Series Speedlite flashes expands the creative potential of the Canon EOS 40D. Available separately, the WFT-E3 Wireless File Transmitter lets you shoot and transfer files wirelessly.

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: We try out Canon's latest semi-pro DSLR

Review summary: There's a lot to like about Canon's successor to the popular EOS 30D digital single-lens reflex camera. Experienced photographers will enjoy the EOS 40D's intuitive design and easy-to-use software interface, not to mention the great image quality. It's no

Pros: Image quality; great interface with re-defined menu structure; nice customization features; good live view implementation; custom modes.

Cons: Limited auto-bracketing; inconvenient power switch; lacks some advanced features and customization options.