Canon EOS 30D - Expert Reviews

Pros: Low noise, high quality images Good build quality and handling 5fps continuous shooting 2.5in screen and spot-metering

Cons: Not a big step-up from the 20D No voice recording No GPS connectivity Nikon D200 a tempting alternative

Review summary: The 8.2-megapixel sibling of the popular EOS 20D has a large LCD and a pleasing interface. PC World.ca rating: 83, Very Good

Review summary: The EOS 30D may not be much of an improvement over the 20D, but it's still a great camera.

Verdict: A bit of a disappointment for anyone hoping for a major upgrade, the EOS 30D is unlikely to attract anyone who already owns a 20D. However newcomers to the mid-level DSLR market will find a superbly specified camera with the usual Canon hallmarks of ...

Review summary: The EOS 30D is Canon's latest mid-range SLR digital camera. It builds on the strengths of the semi-pro EOS 20D, but features the same 8.2-megapixel CMOS sensor.

Verdict: The supplied EOS utility provides tethered image capture and makes an extensive range of features available from the Mac or PC

Review summary: The Canon EOS 30D is a welcome upgrade to an already great camera. The larger LCD screen and new features will directly affect everyday shooting, while the lower price tag will give you an extra $100 to spend on lenses.

Pros: Excellent interface ; large LCD screen ; new spot meter ; excellent image quality ; lower price than its predecessor

Cons: Auto-bracketing limited to three stops ; no external bracketing control

Verdict: At first glance, the 30D looks exactly like its predecessor. The camera has the same control layout as the 20D, but a glance at the back of the camera reveals a 2.5-inch LCD screen--a marked improvement over the 20D's 1.8-inch screen