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Show More » « Show Less 100% of users recommend this product Consumer Reviews 3 Camera Magic by ncartgirl Feb 18, 2011 14 Helpfuls 15 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment Pros A good mid price professional camera for the novice or pro Cons Heavier than point and shoot and the low end Rebel series.

The perfect combination of speed and quality, the EOS 50D 15.1 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor deliver superb high-ISO performance, shooting flexibility and image quality without compromise. Key Features Improvements Changes over the 40D include a higher-resolution sensor (15.1 megapixel instead of 10.1 megapixel). The sensor also has better noise control than previous models (dpreview disagree, see citation 1 below). The ISO goes up to 3200 in standard mode, and can be increased to 12800 through the use of a custom function.

15.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor Canon’s APS-C sized CMOS sensor delivers ultra-detailed, low-noise images – ideal for large-scale reproduction and creative cropping. Redesigned pixels with gapless micro lenses extend light gathering capability for exceptional performance throughout the ISO range. 6.3 fps continuous shooting Perfect for sports, wildlife and action sequences, the EOS 50D captures 6.3 frames per second for continuous bursts of up to 90 JPEGs with a UDMA card. DIGIC 4 DIGIC 4 is the EOS 50D’s powerful processing engine, working with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. Fast enough to power 6.3 fps continuous shooting, DIGIC 4 is also responsible for the EOS 50D’s near-instant startup time and quick image review following shooting.

NEW! - Canon EOS Digital Rebel T2i, 18MP, 1080 HD video - 02/08/10 Canon also supplies a Picture Style editor, which allows the user to create and upload new picture styles to the camera. Picture Styles can also be applied to RAW captures using Canon’s DPP software. Highlight Tone Priority As on the 40D, the 50D includes a highlight tone priority ( HTP ) setting.

Physically speaking the big new feature is a higher resolution screen. The 50D’s screen may measure the same 3in as that on the 40D, but it now boasts 920k dots to the 40D’s 230k. This is the first VGA monitor from Canon and matches the resolution of recent higher-end Nikon and Sony bodies. The 50D also becomes the first Canon DSLR with an HDMI port. So just one year on from the already capable EOS 40D, Canon has increased the total pixel count by 50%, while quadrupling the sensitivity and packing-in all the latest features - apart from a movie mode anyway.

The good: Excellent performance and photo quality; solid, comfortable shooting design. The bad: Relatively basic feature set for its class. The bottom line: A very good midrange dSLR, the Canon EOS 50D is a compelling--but not necessarily a must-have--choice for Canon upgraders. Review: With entry-level dSLRs getting pretty cheap and close to commoditized, competition for the attention of experienced amateur photographers is heating up the $1,000-$1,500 price range of the market. Former occupants of that segment, like the Canon EOS 40D, have dropped to entry level, posing their own competitive threat to newer, more expensive models.

Also consider: If you're after a tough high resolution DSLR, you should also consider the Pentax K20D which packs 14.6 Megapixels and anti-shake facilities into a weather-resistant body. See our Pentax K20D review for more details. Canon EOS 50D final verdict The Canon EOS 50D is a worthy update to the already excellent EOS 40D, equipping it not just with the latest features, but also a significant boost in resolution without compromising noise levels. The presence of certain specifications, and the fact it’s arrived six months earlier than Canon’s normal schedule, proves just how seriously the company views Nikon’s D300 as a rival. And it’s testament to Nikon’s engineers that a body one year older than the 50D still stands-up very strongly against Canon’s latest.

By Jodi-Ann Richards (Mia, FLA USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Canon EOS 50D 15.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (Electronics) SECTION 1: WHO IS THIS REVIEW FOR This review is close to 10 pages long because it was written for people who are not proficient with the terms and concepts used in the DSLR world. If you are a proficient DSLR user then I would recommend that you check one of the much shorter reviews here or dpreview. For example, you already know what vignetting is and therefore understand the importance of the new lens peripheral illumination correction feature. However, a new DSLR buyer does not know what this means and this is why I therefore explain what each feature really is so these people can then decide if the feature is really important to them. If you have not done so as yet, be sure to also check out my reviews of the Canon 7D and Canon 40D as well.

© 2011 Canon U. S. A. , Inc. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. By markh5682 "Mark" (Lancashire) - See all my reviews This review is from: Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens Kit) (Electronics) I bought this camera almost as soon as it was released, at a very competitive price from amazon itself (not a third party seller), so I have had plenty of time to get used to it, and test it fully before writing this review.

The Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for superb quality images and the latest DIGIC 4 Image Processor to provide superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It also features a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output. The 15.1-megapixel image sensor delivers ultra-detailed images and the redesigned photo diodes and microlenses of the sensor extend its light gathering capabilities to ensure improved high ISO performance and low noise. Furthermore, the camera's ISO sensitivity is an astounding 3200 with expanded sensitivity to an ultra-sensitive 12800. The Integrated Cleaning System includes a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit with a fluorine coating to improve the camera's image quality by helping to reduce, repel and remove unwanted dust from the sensor.

By Jodi-Ann Richards (Mia, FLA USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Canon EOS 50D 15.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (Electronics) SECTION 1: WHO IS THIS REVIEW FOR This review is close to 10 pages long because it was written for people who are not proficient with the terms and concepts used in the DSLR world. If you are a proficient DSLR user then I would recommend that you check one of the much shorter reviews here or dpreview. For example, you already know what vignetting is and therefore understand the importance of the new lens peripheral illumination correction feature. However, a new DSLR buyer does not know what this means and this is why I therefore explain what each feature really is so these people can then decide if the feature is really important to them. If you have not done so as yet, be sure to also check out my reviews of the Canon 7D and Canon 40D as well.

Field of View Crop Factor (Focal Length Multiplier) With the advent of Digital SLR Camera Bodies, the term Field of View Crop Factor has come into our world. The source of this term is the smaller-than-35mm sensor present in many of Canon and other manufacturers' DSLR sensors. Canon's EF Lenses still focus the image on the same plane as before, but sensors smaller than 35mm sensors do not capture the entire image. Thus, the image is "cropped". The Field of View Crop Factor (FOVCF from here on) refers to the amount of the image that is cropped.

This new feature automatically corrects vignetting, or fall-off, for specific Canon lenses. Lens aperture, focal length and focus distance are accounted for, and precise correction applied to minimize specific fall-off in corners of images. Fast forward to the 2nd Half of 2008, and there are some major improvements: DPP has evolved to Version 3.5, and 82 lenses are now supported for Peripheral Illumination Correction, including many older models that are no longer being sold. But more importantly, Canon’s newest EOS digital SLRs starting with the 50D, and now the 5D Mark II, have become capable of storing Peripheral Illumination Correction data for up to 40 EF and EF-S lenses, and then applying that data to in-camera JPEGs automatically at framing rates up to 6.3 fps! How Does Canon’s Peripheral Illumination Correction Work?

Just Posted! We've just posted our in-depth hands on preview of Canon's new digital SLR, the EOS 50D. We've also produced a preview of Canon's new 'super zoom' lens - the EF-S 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 IS - which will be offered as a kit lens with the new camera. Find out more after the link. Click here for our detailed hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 50D (comparison, specs, design, operation, displays and menus) Click here for our detailed hands-on preview of the Canon 18-200mm f3.5-5.6 EF-S

40D or 50D? Can't decide whether to buy a Canon 40D or splurge for a Canon 50D? You are not alone. Click here for the information you need to know. The Canon EOS series of digital cameras include some of the best SLR models available on the market for enthusiastic amateurs and aspiring professionals.