Canon EOS 50D Digital camera

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Canon's EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, DIGIC 4 image processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations.

DIGIC 4 Image Processor / 3.0" Clear LCD Monitor / Face Detection / PictBridge / Live View Function / UDMA CompactFlash Card Recommended

Canon's new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior Color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0" Clear View LCD monitor, Live View Function with Optional Remote Live View Shooting, Face Detection Live mode, and a number of new automatic Image Correction settings.
Box Content: EOS 50D Body, 18-200IS lens, Eyecup Eb, Wide Neck Strap EW-EOS 50D, Video Cable VC-100, USB Interface Cable IFC-200U, Battery Pack BP-511A, Battery Charger CG-580, "Great Photography is Easy" Booklet and "Do More with Macro" Booklet, EOS Digital Solution CD, and Software Instruction Manual
15.1-Megapixel Stills, up to 4752 x 3168 Pixels Resolution - We recommend a 8GB UDMA CompactFlash Memory Card or higher for practical usage
Image Type: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), sRAW, and RAW + JPEG
RAW + JPEG Simultaneous Recording (sRAW + JPEG also possible)
3.0" Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) with multiple coatings for improved viewing and smudge-resistant protection
White Balance: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, and Color Temperature setting
Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System with a fluorine coating for better resistance to dust
9 cross-type high-precision sensors for accurate target subject acquisition and diagonal center cross-type AF point with f/2.8 and faster lenses
EX-series Speedlites Compatible Flash
Shutter Speeds: 1/8000 to 30 seconds
ISO Speed: Automatically set, ISO 100-6400 (in 1/3-stop or 1-stop increments), Basic Zone modes ISO 100-3200 set automatically, Extension settable (with C.Fn.I-3-1) ISO 12800, and High Tone Priority settable ISO 200-1600
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Output for displaying full high-resolution images on a High Definition TV
Next generation DIGIC 4 Image Processor for faster Processing - Maximum Bursts JPEG (Large/Fine) approximately 60 (Up to 90 with UDMA), RAW up to 16, and RAW + JPEG up to 11
Dimensions: Width 5.7" x Height 4.2" x Depth 2.9" (145.5x107.8x73.5mm)
Weight: 25.7 ounces (730 grams) body
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Product Guide for Digital Cameras

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Lens Included
Megapixels 15
Storage Media Type Compact Flash
Electronic Flash Built-in
LCD Viewer 3 Inch
Optical Viewfinder Yes
PictBridge Compatible
Still Picture Capture Yes
Self Timer Yes
Sound Yes

Canon EOS 50D Digital camera user reviews

"Canon EOS 50D Digital camera has high resolution, 9 point focus, face recognition, large viewing screen and all the functions I expect from Canon. What more could I ask for? This is just the camera I have been waiting for! "

--- Colin rated: 3

"Canon EOS 50D Digital camera package is really really good. when i got the box in my hands i couldnt wait to open it! the first hour went with just looking at this work of art. the color, the shape, and the very well formed "handle" on the camera makes this a Beauty!

when i fired it up and heard the Clicking sound of the camera starting the first time i was amazed to see the 100's of settings and the great design of the software in the camera.

all the buttons on this camera are placed in great places and all the features and things you can control just with a couple of buttons are amazing.

i have now tried to describe this camera to the best of my abillities without completely overdoing it and without using terms that are impossible to understand for a "first time Photographer".

If you are out ther eloking for a professional camera that is still relatively cheap BUY The EOS 50D it is as simple as that:)

Here are some specs:

15.1MP CMOS

DiG!C 4 processor (FAST!)

3200 ISO !

6.3 Frames Per sec (Pics per sec) Amazing for a camera this cheap with that many MP's

3" Screen (with Live View!) easy to see pics and info!

9Point all cross-type AF

Sensor cleaning program build in!

HDMI port, never been easier to connect to HD tv, Remember to buy the right HDMI chord!!

Image stabilizer!

it is my fav camera to use and i am prob gonna keep using it for a very very long time.

Peace."
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--- big ai rated: 3

"Pros: Smooth 15 MP image quality, improved high ISO performance, fast motor, excellent screen, 'My Menu' quick access to commonly used settings, improved menus, handling, same battery as previous xxD cameras, AF performance, size, weight, controls

Cons: Almost none, Main control dial could still use a 'lock' so that it can't be turned inadvertedtly

Summary: The 50D is an excellent upgrade to the 40D. The rear LCD display alone makes it worthwhile. The image quality when using Canon's DPP software (and NOT Adobe Camera Raw 4.6) is class leading. The fast motor makes this camera an excellent choice in the mid range camera class and one of the few that is suitable for sports action. It makes an excellent back up camera to a pro level Canon. Anyone familiar with any of the xxD Canons can switch to the new body almost instantly, due the consistency in Canon's designs. 'My Menu' negates any issues with access to the myriad of menu options modern digital camera possess and gives Canon users near instant access to mirror lock up. Some people (ie. CNET reviewers in particular) dwell on Canon's 3.8% spot meter stating that it's too large an area. (check out the editor's image of the birds and wanting to spot meter the eye of a small bird) For my needs, the 3.8% spot works fine. Using the in camera over exposure warning and the histogram allows for excellent fine tuning of the exposure. I find I rarely need the spot meter as the multi segment meter does an excellent job of giving me an exposure that is very close to begin with. Canon's unique rear rotary control dial is the best camera control I've used or seen used by any camera manufacturer. The 'joystick' control is excellent for fast selection of focus points and for reviewing the magnified image on the LCD. Together, I feel they are the best available system. I have shot with ISO 1600 in really poor light and have found the results (when processed in DPP) to be outstanding. While CNET criticizes the AF system, I have used it to shoot fast action sports in extremely low light and been amazed by the ability of the camera to focus in very poor conditions. It forces me to wonder if the reviewers tested the AF system in similar real world conditions. In summary, the 50D is an excellent camera and an outstanding value by any measure. "

--- pmorrisn rated: 3

"Decided to upgrade my wonderful eod400d and lenses. After reading quite a lot about it, I had decided against the 450d and would go for the 40d instead. However, after reading about this camera, I could not resist..... it was quite a lot more, but decided that I could buy this one and not need another camera for many years. This lens is about the best affordable standard lens for the canon eos range, and is a lovely bit of kit. Only disadvantages compared to a lesser lens and the 400d is the size and weight, however feels much more stable and well built. Now down the the picture quality...... all I can say is AMAZING! Even in low light (a common eos flaw) this camera took great shots without the flash, crystal clear..... only had it a day or so, but convinced this was well worth every penny "

--- chuckles rated: 3

"Canon EOS 50D Digital camera Makes indoor photo taking a snap with the ability to adjust the lighting before picture taken

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--- TBM rated: 3

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