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 for tremendous images, new 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-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and you'll experience true digital inspiration!
Average Customer Rating:
4.7 out of 5
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181 of 204 (89%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for EOS 50D
Review 61 for EOS 50D
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55
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Nickname: Starbuck Location:
Austin, TX
Used this product for:
3 to 6 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Good Reason to Stay With A Canon
Date: May 7, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life, eff lenses are compatible, can be used as soon as the battery is charged.
I have been using Canon products for photography and film for decades now. When I first purchased my Canon Rebel 35mm, I thought it was the end all be all to cameras. Then I purchased the Canon EOS 50D. It is an amazing camera with so many features and options that I am still learning with it going on 6 months. It is an amazing camera. The Rebel and the 50D instilled so much confidence of Canon products in me that when I went to purchase a film camera, I chose the Canon XL2. What another amazing camera! Canon was so smart, that they made their EFF lenses compatible with their new SLR digital cameras. Canon is definitely way ahead of the curve when considering their consumers as they design newer and more advanced products. To put it simply.... IF YOU DON'T HAVE A CANON.... YOU DON'T HAVE A CAMERA!!!
13 of 20 people found this review helpful.
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Review 62 for EOS 50D
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35
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55
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35
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55
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45
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35
Nickname: Miniminsk Location:
Tampa, FL
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
No
Dissappointment Has Set In
Date: May 6, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life Cons: Poor image quality, noisy
There are many great features of the 50D. It's AF especially in Al Servo is superior. The LCD is great. However, I am very disappointed with the noise, especially in low light situations and with darker backgrounds. I tested it from ISO 400-3200 from no noise reduction to the nighest noise reduction possible and was unhappy with the results. This is my third 50D and they all seem to have the same issues with noise reduction.
For birds in flight, this body cannot be beat. However, I find myself relying on my 40D for other photography which defeats the purpose of the new camera body.
34 of 45 people found this review helpful.
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Review 63 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
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55
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55
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55
Nickname: Ted
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Fantastic
Date: May 5, 2009
Pros: Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, increased iso
Having use a 20D for almost 5 years, the 50D is nothing but fantastic. Most amazing is the live view which allows me to hoist the camera on a monopod over 9 feet and getting the shot 1st time!
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Review 64 for EOS 50D
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55
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45
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55
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55
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55
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55
Nickname: ShooterGlk Location:
South of Dallas, Texas
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Very Versatile..excells in all situations
Date: May 5, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Solid Operation, easy to use Cons: Short battery life
I feel like the D50 is an exceptional all around camera, weither on the sports field, in the parks,in the studio..or just hanging with the family. I would like to see a little more versatility in some of the pre-set modes...sometimes someone a little more of an amature than I am,being an amature myself, uses the camera. But, all in all the camera operates flawlessly, and as advertized. A very good link between the advanced novice,to the semi-pro and to the begining pro. Kudo's to CANON!!!
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Review 65 for EOS 50D
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55
Nickname: Danny Location:
Las vegas NV
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement:
No
Very proud owner!
Date: May 4, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation Cons: Complicated controls/menu, noisy, Heavy/Bulky, Short battery life
Takes very good quality pictures. Sometimes it shocks me to see my prints look gorgeous. It makes me feel like I'm up there with the pros!
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Review 66 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
45
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55
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55
Nickname: LisaC261 Location:
Kansas
Used this product for:
Less than 1 month
Expertise Level:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement:
Yes
I am not a professional photographer but I really want to take professional looking photos. This camera makes me look like I actually know what I am doing when it comes to photography. I love it so much more than my digital Rebel. The LCD display helps me ensure that I have taken a good picture and I find the settings easy to use. I am just really pleased.
7 of 8 people found this review helpful.
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Review 67 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
55
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55
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55
Nickname: Wings Location:
Saucier, MS
Expertise Level:
Professional or Expert
Product replacement:
Yes
Absolutely Stunning
Date: May 3, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Quick Start-up time, easy to use
I have been shooting photographs for nearly 30 years and digital images since 1990. I have owned 5 different digital cameras in that time period and have enjoyed all of them. However, none of them have had even the slightest comparison to my new 50D. I image quality is absolutely stunning, the speed of operation is superb. The menu system is highly intuitive and the 'bang for the buck' is more than adequate. This is my first Canon product but it won't be my last!
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Review 68 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
55
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55
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55
Nickname: RFidalgo Location:
Seattle, WA
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement:
No
From someone expanding into the Photography field, this camera has exceeded all of my expectations! From fantastic supportability from included documentation to all of the software needed to get one started into a true "field of dreams". Great quality and just about anything done with this camera is of amazing quality. A great starting camera for anyone wanting to get into DSLR and wanting to start with quality. Practice does not make it perfect; PERFECT Practice makes it perfect, and this camera will get anyone well on their way to fantastic perfecttion.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Review 69 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
45
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45
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45
Nickname: hmrshum
I love this DSLR however
Date: May 1, 2009
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, good battery life Cons: Complicated controls/menu, Slow Start-up time, Difficult to use, Heavy/Bulky
I love the quality and the image sharpness of this camera, be aware that your lens attached to this camera will also affect the image quality of your photos. I love this camera I own the 20D and the photos are night and day comparing them side by side. The only thing I don't like is that the sensor needs cleaning constantly, Canon need to come up with a camera that is weather hardy. Be aware you will spend a lot of money having this camera cleaned by a registered Canon provider. If you are prepared for that buy this camera it is awesome to use for a educated photographer. Lenses though are a plus choose your lenses carefully, this camera can only do so much. It is an expensive hobby and know that going into it however, I do love this camera and the excellent semi pro features it provides.
7 of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Review 70 for EOS 50D
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35
Features
45
Performance
35
Price/Value
25
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45
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15
Nickname: MW Location:
Northern Virginia
Used this product for:
3 to 6 months
Expertise Level:
Professional or Expert
Product replacement:
Yes
Just too much noise
Date: May 1, 2009
Pros: Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, good battery life Cons: Poor image quality, noisy
The specs on the 50D look good, but after using it for a while now, it has been a total disappointment. The problem is noise. The 50D does not compare favorably to other cameras in its class or to its predecessors (like the 40D). The recent firmware release (version 1.0.6) seemed to help with a really severe vertical banding problem in low light situations. Until I bought the 50D I would not have imagined Canon making a camera with banding problems. My 40D outperforms the 50D at virtually all speeds and it is significantly better with noise at ISO ratings above 400. And my 30D out performs the 50D at ISO 800 and 1000 for noise (and yes, I recognize there is a big difference in pixel density,etc.). Unless you really have to have the 15megapixels I strongly suggest you buy the 40D. I also suspect the problems with the 50D are why the 40D is still being made and sold. I truly love Canon products, but the 50D just isn't worthy of the brand.
35 of 43 people found this review helpful.
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Review 71 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
Performance
55
Price/Value
55
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55
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55
Nickname: King Louie Location:
San Diego, CA
Used this product for:
Less than 1 month
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
I replaced my Digital Rebel with the Canon 50D, which was a long time waiting. I have been taking photos for over 30 years--going from film to digital--total transformation. The Canon 50D exceeded my expectations and over-whelmed with its quality and features. I am like a kid at Christmas again. Thank you Canon.
7 of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Review 72 for EOS 50D
Overall Rating
55
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55
Performance
55
Price/Value
45
Quality
55
Satisfaction
55
Nickname: thebigtverberg Location:
St. Croix Falls, WI
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Great camera!
Date: April 27, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life, can use my old lenses., very fast both fps and in camera operation!, fast learning curve especially from old 35mm. Cons: no video
I am totally satisfied with this camera. I think they are making an understatement when they say that it "bridges the gap between ametuer and pro." The 50d can definetly be used for professional photography. As soon as I hefted this camera, I knew it was solid, and built well, and also it is very comfortable. The battery lasts quite a while, and aren't as expensive as one would think. The fps burst rate is incredibly fast as well. I would recommend this camera to the ametuer going pro, or even the seasoned pro would needs a smaller aps c sized camera as a back up rather than dragging those huge full frames around.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Review 73 for EOS 50D
Overall Rating
55
Features
55
Performance
55
Price/Value
35
Quality
55
Satisfaction
55
Nickname: Michelle Location:
Minnesota
Used this product for:
Less than 1 month
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Excellent in Everyway
Date: April 27, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, good battery life Cons: Complicated controls/menu, noisy, Heavy/Bulky
Im only a beginner in photography and have not taken any classes on it. I purchased this camera only a few days ago and im already in love with it. The 28-135 standard lens is excellent. Im in love with every feature on this camera. I dont think i would trade it for anything else other than an upgrade with Canon. Its deffinatly worth its weight in gold.
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Review 74 for EOS 50D
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45
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55
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45
Price/Value
45
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55
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45
Nickname: WishforL-lens Location:
Canfield Ohio
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
No
Rugged, dependable
Date: April 11, 2009
Pros: Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, easy to use Cons: needed to microadjust lens
The Camera is solid and dependable. I am adicted to taking pictures with it. At first I was disappointed with picture quality. Then I made a micro-adjustment (see page 180 of manual) on my old EF lens and the camera came alive. I think however to get full use of the 15 megapixals I will have to invest in an L series lense.
46 of 47 people found this review helpful.
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Review 75 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
45
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55
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45
Nickname: Nadh Location:
Richmond, VA
Used this product for:
Less than 1 month
Expertise Level:
Casual User
Product replacement:
Yes
No Regrets
Date: April 10, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, good battery life Cons: Heavy/Bulky
This is my second DSLR and I really enjoy this purchase. I am blown away by the rocking performance. I started learning DSLR photography for about an year. Especially once I saw the pictures from this camera, I wanted to learn the photography to get 100% out of this camera features, amazing quality. My wife is using the DSLR first time and she feels very easy to take the picture with the standard functions, she loves the quality. Ofcourse she complaints the heaviness. I am using this for the fast two weeks, trying to learn the capabilities which are many. I love the resolution on the LCD and the fast FPS are great to capture my kids dances, sports and their each moment, particularly my little ones. Though it costs bit more, I never regret of this purchase. I am thinking to purchase the L series lens once I lget good hold on the camera features. I strongly recommend this product even for the starters (like me). It will rock, you love it .
18 of 19 people found this review helpful.
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Review 76 for EOS 50D
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55
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45
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45
Price/Value
55
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55
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55
Nickname: Ray Location:
Coastal North Carolina
Used this product for:
6 to 12 months
Product replacement:
No
Best SLR owned to date
Date: April 10, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, good battery life Cons: no control of iso settings in auto modes
I have found that the 50D far exceeds the 40D and the 40D walked all over the D200 in ease of operation. Overall, for the bucks the 50D is number One. Being a long time Canon user 20D, 30D, 40, and since it came out, the 50D, I have no problems with the menu and controls. The battery life is good, all auto modes work exceptionally well, with one (1) exception -- you have NO control over ISO settings, they are automatic. There are times that I would like to maintain a 100 or a 200 ISO setting in the AUTO modes, but the 50D denies me that ability - So even if might otherwise utilize an auto mode, I am forced to select AV, TV, etc. Other than that I consider it a supurb SLR., you can't go wrong with it.
11 of 15 people found this review helpful.
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Review 77 for EOS 50D
Overall Rating
55
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55
Performance
55
Price/Value
45
Quality
55
Satisfaction
55
Nickname: AvWeps Location:
Petal, Misissippi
Used this product for:
6 to 12 months
Expertise Level:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement:
Yes
Love my Cannon D50
Date: April 1, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, good battery life Cons: Complicated controls/menu
Takes Outstanding Photos. Great for all around shooting.
8 of 14 people found this review helpful.
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Review 78 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
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55
Price/Value
45
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55
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55
Nickname: DrFrank Location:
York, PA
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Best DSLR I have owned
Date: March 28, 2009
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life
I started out in digital photography with a 1 megapixel point and shoot. I moved to DSLR when the Digital Rebel came out. I have had a 20D and a 40D before getting my EOS 50D. The increased resolution was the reason I got the 50D. My EOS 50D with a Canon EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS lens is a hard combination to beat.
41 of 43 people found this review helpful.
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Review 79 for EOS 50D
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55
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55
Performance
55
Price/Value
45
Quality
55
Satisfaction
55
Nickname: Rick Location:
Iowa
Used this product for:
Less than 1 month
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Versatility
Date: March 27, 2009
The ability to start with limited dslr knowledge was facilitated by the "full auto mode"; however, the canon 50D allowed me to expand and grow to the full creative modes within two weeks. Excellent pictures and consistent results. The magnesium alloy around the stainless steel body with environmental sealing helps protect the 50D from the elements. HDMI works flawlessly with a HD tv. The camera was engineered and built very well.
22 of 22 people found this review helpful.
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Review 80 for EOS 50D
Overall Rating
55
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55
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55
Price/Value
55
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55
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55
Nickname: LISA B NYC Location:
Staten Island, NY
Used this product for:
1 to 3 months
Expertise Level:
Advanced Amateur
Product replacement:
Yes
Excellent Choice!
Date: March 26, 2009
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, easy to use
I've owned CANON film cameras and now this is my third Digital (Rebel xTi, XSi). So far the 50D has surpassed my expectations! Excellent pictures, handling, ease of use, etc. Everyone comments on the beautiful pictures. I would definitely recommend this camera to both novice and pro alike. ENJOY!
