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Canon EOS 40D
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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. |
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This camera is ranked
- 17th of 51 in SLR/Professional
- 33rd of 102 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 34th of 82 in Canon
- 18th of 71 in Over $600
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Answered Questions for the Canon EOS 40D
- Q: Best lens to choose for portrait/people shorts (head and shoulders, whole person). Something really SHARP and nice. The camera is Canon 40D. Thanks!!!
- A: AJ Melvin covered a lot of good info on wide angle lenses, the Canon EF-S... read more
- Q: What is the long exposure time the bulb time max
- A: Well that's the beauty of BULB. It stays open as long as you depress the... read more
- Q: Pentax K to Canon EOS lens adapter?
- A: Well, since you're looking on eBay, why don't you go the other route? SELL your... read more
- Q: Canon 40D vs Nikon D80
- A: radswim,I'm glad I could help! You're right about the lens comparison (I'm already sounding like... read more
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- A: Here's a site you should keep in your favorites/bookmarks:http://www.resellerratings.comAnd here's their results for1 Way Photohttp://www.resellerratings.com/store/1_Way_PhotoCamera... read more
- Q: Will the new Sigma APO 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM work on my Canon 40D?
- A: Yes, it will work on the Canon 40D. Just make sure you get the Canon... read more
- Q: is an additional speedlite needed
- A: If she wants to get decent photos of people & objects more than 8-10 feet... read more
- Q: The EOSUtililty will not allow me to get out of Monitor folder so that I can download additional pictures.
- A: Have you tried a USB card reader? It's much easier than trying to sort out... read more
- Q: 40d dead condition
- A: Bag, can you be more specific? read more
- Q: Is the Canon 40D that much better than the Canon 30D?
- A: Hi,The features that are improved in 40D are the following: low noise to high ISO... read more
- Q: contemplating on getting an EOS 40D but the QC and Err 99 scares me. are my fears founded?
- A: Over the past 5 years I have owned two 20D's, one 5D, two 40D's and... read more
- Q: how do you take off the battery door?
- A: I know it looks scary, the plastic thing doesn't want to come off easily so... read more
- Q: Will Canon's 2x extender work with all L lenses and will you get auto focus when using the 2x extender with L lenses?
- A: Unfortunately the 2X TeleConverter does not work with ALL L lenses, but it does work... read more
- Q: How do you disable the flash cant find it on the menu
- A: I suspect you are using the camera in full Auto mode, is this true? (Mode... read more
- Q: I have a Canon A1. Will the lenses that fit that also fit the EOS 40 D?
- A: Yes I agree, any of the older Canon lensees will function fine with this camera... read more
- Q: Best Digital SLR for closeup gemstone jewelry and model in formal gown?
- A: Just about any DSLR will work for you, MR. The key is getting a good... read more
- Q: Taking pix of butterflies,frogs,etc. very close up. Would this camera work for that?
- A: hello Betty,this camera is an expensive camera that will produce excellent pictures.but you do not... read more
- Q: Is this camera (Canon EOS 40D SLR) good for close up on art work-1 1/2 inch in size. The s tone carvings are very detailed
- A: The camera would be great for it, but the main issue is going to be... read more
- Q: What are the best 40D settings for night baseball photography? I'm using the 70-200mm f/2.8 IS USM L lens.
- A: There's a good column online about this here. You have a great lens for it. read more
- Q: Could someone compare EOS 40D and EOS XSI?
- A: I have both cameras. The 40D is my main camera and the XSi is my... read more
Open Questions for the Canon EOS 40D
- Q: problem with my 300d is that i cant use any external flash guns
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I'm having trouble getting clear soccer action shots at night with my 40D and 100-400 lens, using ISO 1600...any suggestions?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: how can i use the lcd monitor to take pictures instead of the viewfinder
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: What are your custom settings.
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have a canon 10d, what are the best settings for shooting football at night?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Self-Timer
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: tiny soft spots all over my view finder
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have a canon 40D. Every time I transfer the pics on to a disc or the computer it comes up with two files for that pic. One is good but the other is
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: i do some wedding photos and are shooting under low light condition, many of my photos are coming out too dark, shooting in auto, any suggestions?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: is a set up for extended time exposure possible?
- 8 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How do you get the image that you are to photograph on the screen at the back of the camera
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Is 86th Street photo & video a reputable dealer
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: white spot, not on pics only when I look through viewfinder
- 12 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: i'm confused among canon eos 40d,450d & Nikon d80,please help me
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: cannot click pics, shows busy
- 15 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: The canon 40D in the highlights, does the price include a lens?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Would this be a good camera with older EL lenses w/o stabilization?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: What lens would you advise to buy to take both portrait and landscape.? Thanks
- 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: which camera will work with MC Tele Rokkor lens?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Problem with my canon 40d
- 6 points for best answer - 3 replies
