I have this 40D; but i want to upgrade? any suggestions please would truly help?
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Depends on what type of upgrade. Cash really determines how much more camera you can get. I upgraded to 7D because I wanted video capability. Good luck!
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I had the 20d I upgraded to the 60d. I really like the quality of the pictures. I'm a wedding photographer and it is so much easier to use, it has the Q button on the back for quick access to all the setting options you can change.
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Depending on what you do the list will help.Canon EOS 60D: Has Video and 18.1MP SensorCanon EOS 5D: Really Nice Camera, Full Frame and does HD Video, MP ranges on Mark.Canon EOS 1D Series: They are Amazing, Fast and the best $$.$ can buy.
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It all depends.....video clips and a high resolution lcd. screen will be the few reasons to upgrade for a 60D. because the 50D is basically the same ..well has better Resolution on the Lcd but no much...and a lot a reviews say that the 15mp increased somehow the noise at low light...and also the HD. is better on the 40D. ...so I will sugest you to go for the 60D !
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I got cheep aftermarket batteries because I got mine used and the Cannon batteries wouldn't last that long. The cheep batteries work great, and I can shoot for hours without a recharge. I got a bigger memory card, and that was nice. The flash on the 40D isn't that great, so consider getting something that will let you use the bounce technique. Lenses are all about what you like to shoot, so it'd be tough to advise, but I like the prime 50mm f1.4 Cannon lens for photographs of people.
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I don't know. :-( I wish now that I would've bought an EOS 7D instead of the 60D because of the speed! Sorry that I couldn't have been any help to you on this matter.
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I am wondering how much longer before the D80 is upgraded. Look at the discussions at nikonians.org.I don't think the D60 has sufficiently more features to justify upgrading from the D40.
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You will only get the advertised resolution at the native aspect ratio. Unfortunately I am not sure what ratio is native to the 40D, but it may also have had a reduced resolution for the 16:9 aspect. The difference in 12 to 10 megapixels should not have a big effect on your prints, you can also crop from the 4:3 images to get what you would like - with of course the the same loss of pixels, but you may feel more in control of what you lose this way.
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In same boat, Bob. I'm buying the D80. Cheaper, and less weight/bulk. I test drove a 30D and did not like the ergonomics. Have been waiting for a D70s replacement, and it's here!
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I can't pre-order... Too little faith in canon cameras when they are released. I will probably get it down the road (feb-march) if their aren't any issues. Would upgrade from mkII. Would be nice if canon could release the 1d and 1ds as one camera, and just allow us to switch between high fps and high MP. But alas, I'll refrain.
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Hi Could you please share your research, i'm trying to decide bet the 50D and the 40D.xavierucho2000[at]yahoo[dot]comThanks!!
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You lose very little with this lens vds 70-200. The gain is the extra reach and wide angle, it a major upgrade. Having said that , and given the high $$$, I'd wait for the new model. New Model? I suspect so. Everyone, including Canon, is 'out-of-stock'. Couple that with Canon's receent announcment (July 2009) that they have a new IS that will be in 'interchangable' lenses by the end of 2009, it is not a surprise they stopped producing the 28-300mm so they could clear out the stock.I use the XTi- 40D and now the 5D mark II. The glass makes the picture.
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There is no "correct" choice, it is all up to you. The 30D is a good camera at a lower price, but uses previous generation technology. The 40D is the 30D's replacement and has the latest technology and higher cost. If your more concerned with money, go with the 30D. If you are more concerned with having the latest technology, get the 40D. Beyond that, look at each model and choose based on the features you want or need most.
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Sorry Marilyn, but my 40D is also an EOS from Canon, I geuss it works also if you lost the letters. Rgds Axel
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I finally bit the bullet & purchased the Canon Pixma Pro 9500. It's a little spendy, but if your budget allows it's a good choice. Myself I invested in a New Desktop & display, because all I've been using is a 15 inch Macbook Pro, & I wanted to actually do justice to the amazing images I get with the 50D.
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N8TE - Thanks for the advice. I will look into the AF-S (especially the 70-300 VR) but it's good to know my old lens is still an option.
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I think the SX40 may be better than SX30 but there is no RAW output. Maybe time for a T3i!
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If you do upgrade your lenses dpreview.com recommends Canon "L" glass for this camera. I have the 28-135mm on my 30D and can see the difference from my 70-200mm L. I'm sure the differences would be even more noticeable on the 50D and certainly the 7D. Good luck.
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I would suggest getting the 40 to 70, to be in the center of its design range. I have a 50" on the 32 to 60 model though, and it supports it with room to spare!
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At this point, I'd say the 30D really doesn't have a lot of discernable advantages over the prosumer XTI model, besides availability. Historically, the higher end cameras have had sturdier chassis (which I would assume is still the case) as well as more configurable features and functions. Oh and resolution. Duh. Now that the XTI has been significantly improved, it seems only logical that the 30D is next in line for upgrades, probably before the actual release of the XTI. Or maybe the 30D will be killed entirely. I'm waiting for the XTI.