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Canon EOS 30D
Canon EOS 30D
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HQ Grade: B
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"if you know everything about SLRs, this camera rocks."
  • 5 out of 5
"excellence continues"
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Answered Questions for the Canon 30D

Q: canon 400D/xti vs nikon d40x
A: First of all... you should know that you are not the first one with this... read more
Q: Canon 30D vs Nikon D80 vs Nikon D200
A: Both are equally good choices. Both have great lenses and you can grow with both... read more
Q: recommended flash for Canon 30D
A: According to PhotoNotes:Canon digital cameras can only communicate with Canon Speedlite flash models with names... read more
Q: Does this camera have the dust clearing feature, and how does it differ from the 40D?
A: Hi Dee,The 30D doesn't have the dust cleaning feature. Here is a great chart that... read more
Q: what is the main difference between the rebel and the 30d, besides the mp? To shoot sports is the rebel fast enough without the blur?
A: e baum,I've shot sports with both the Rebel XT and the XTi. They work great... read more
Q: witch camera would be the best to buy the conon 30d or the nikon d80 i do a lot of in door sport shooting
A: The Nikon D80 is a clear choice for serious photographers, and here's are some raw... read more
Q: What lenses for the 30d are good for landscape, animals, and outdoor photos from a distance?
A: P,If you're going on safari, I would recommend something with at least 300mm of zoom. read more
Q: Downloading photos
A: Bill,I've never used the software that come with my Canon's either. You should be just... read more
Q: I'm looking to add another lense to my 30D. I'd like a telephoto lense or one in the IS line, can you suggest something along those?
A: What other lenses do you have for the 30D? Either would work fine for portraits... read more
Q: What does it mean by ( PC Body )
A: "PC Body" means a plastic body. This is not the Standard version of the Canon... read more
Q: do you think the 30d will go down in price after the holidays?
A: Price drops usually occur after the Consumer Electronics Show in January. I'd look around Feb/March. read more
Q: would you consider a refurbished camera to save on cost?
A: I actually have bought a couple refurbs, and both with great success. If you can... read more
Q: I already own a digital rebel xt is this camera worth adding to my collection?
A: Brian,If you already have the Canon Rebel XT, I would not recommend purchasing the 10D. read more
Q: How do I get my name, as photographer, in the exif data of my images?
A: The easy way is to alter it in Photoshop. UNder the file menu is the... read more
Q: If I buy used, how will I know if the camera is the latest version?
A: As far as I know, there isn't. There may be a firmware update ... BTW... read more
Q: Why are my flash pictures looking dark and under exposed?
A: It may not be your doing anything wrong. There's a site that deals with this... read more
Q: Does anyone have purchase experience with Quest 4 Cameras?
A: I have no direct experience with them, but this thread points to someone who had... read more
Q: what store we can buy best cameras and not too expensive?
A: Whatever you do, I have two suggestions:1) If the store is based in Brooklyn, New... read more
Q: How soon will the 40D be available?
A: Nobody knows, but most likely it will be officially announced in August and hit stores... read more
Q: Canon ESO 30D or Canon 400D(XLi)?
A: The 30D is the successor to the 20d, the 10D and the D30.. It is... read more

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Open Questions for the Canon 30D

Q: whats the best way to sync up the canon wft-i/e1a wireless transmitter and also the ex430 flash(2 seperate?
5 points for best answer - No replies
Q: is this camera good for action photos like paintball
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Are the upgrades from 30D to 40D to 50D worth the added costs?
4 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: When I take a picture indoors without a flash of my baby moving (walking etc.) The picture turns out blurred. I increase the shutter speed but then th
3 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Help me decide between canon eos 30d and pentax k10d.
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Can much Max Zoom can be optain with this one?
1 point for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I'm an orthodontist and bought the 30D for intraoral photography but I can't seem to get the best settings for my photos. Can anyone help? I need to
10 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: best lens for a newbie
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: reddish color tone on indoor photos
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: The settings of my nikon d40x keep on getting disturbed even in the full auto mode
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: When the price of 30d will go down?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: QUEST 4 CAMERAS IS A SCAM!!!! DON'T ORDER FROM THESE PEOPLE, THEY ARE A FRAUDULENT COMPANY!!!
20 points for best answer - 14 replies
Q: I have the Canon 30D and I want great portrait body shots, using the 28-135mm what is the best setting
1 point for best answer - 1 reply
Q: What improvements are expected in the 40D?
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Will FD lenses fit this Canon 30D?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Using my Tamron 18-200 aspherical lense, which digital SLR- the Cannon Xti, or the 30D?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Buying a low priced Canon EOS 30D
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: I am going on a photo shoot and I am doing a indoor group portraits..any good pointers?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I want to buy the Canon Eos 30D but can't decide which lense or lenses to buy?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Is a 30D upgrade due soon?
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