Canon EOS 30D - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Canon's 8.2-Megapixel (3504x2336 pixels) EOS 30D is pitched as a semi-pro digital SLR (DSLR), but it's more than capable for most photographer's need. A mild evolution of the EOS 20D, the camera sports a subtly redesigned body ...

Pros: Gorgeous image quality ; solid build ; tons of features ; fast start-up

Cons: Not a very exciting upgrade over the 20D

Verdict: Evolutionary rather than revolutionary, but probably the best midrange D-SLR

Review summary: Shooting in color or black and white with the EOS 30D makes no difference, as you can shoot in color or vice versa and change modes using the supplied Canon software.

Review summary: The Canon EOS 30D is an upgrade from the 20D digital single lens reflex. Little has changed -- the 8 megapixel sensor is the same and image processing uses the same Digic engine. The most significant improvement has been the addition of spot metering. ...

Pros: The Canon EOS 30D is a well-balanced camera that feels just right in the hand. The combination of build quality and responsiveness inspire confidence.

Cons: Controls are not intuitive. By default the camera uses an absurd auto focussing system that is almost guaranteed to produce out-of-focus images. To reset the auto focus area to the same centre spot as the exposure meter it is necessary to consult the ...

Verdict: The Canon EOS 30D with the better lens is competition for the Nikon D200 which has a 10 megapixel sensor. Choosing between the two would be difficult and a great pleasure! Anyone lucky (rich) enough to be shopping in this market gets to choose between ...

Review summary: Canon's 8.2Mp EOS-30D is a follow-up to the 20D â€" in essence, it's a 20D Mark 2, sporting few improvements. But the 20D was an excellent camera, of course.

Verdict: The EOS-30D offers pro handling and excellent quality. It's a great step-up from entry-level digital SLRs, but only a modest upgrade from the EOS-20D.

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