computeractive.co.uk Updated:
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SLR camera ranges used to be the same year after year – manufacturers wouldn't release new ones for long stretches of time.But with digital SLRs things are different and the march of time requires new models regularly.The EOS 50D is the successor to Ca...
A superb camera, but the lower-priced Nikon range is starting to look more attractive...
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The digital SLR market is a divided into three main strata, separated by price, specification and target audience. At the lowest end you have the entry-level models such as the Nikon D40 (£244 inc. lens), the Sony A200 (£300 inc. lens), the Olympus E-420...
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Boasting a 50 percent increase in pixel count, the Canon EOS 50D is an update to the hugely capable but underrated 10Mp Canon EOS 40D digital SLR. As well as the increase in resolution, the Canon EOS 50D boasts 14-bit colour, sensitivity up to ISO 1...
The new Canon EOS 50D is a superbly versatile piece of kit. If you’re an existing Canon owner in search of a rugged APS-C format camera, there’s no need to look any further. But, if you’re in the market for a new system, it’s not q...
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digicambuyer.co.uk Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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Canon's digital SLR range splits broadly into two areas. At the bottom end are the amateur cameras with APS-C sized sensors, and at the top end are the professional cameras with full-frame sensors (the pro-level EOS 1D Mark III is the odd one out wit...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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Boasting a 50 per cent increase in pixel count, the Canon 50D is an update to the hugely capable but underrated ten-megapixel EOS 40D. As well as the increase in resolution, the new model boasts 14-bit colour, sensitivity up to ISO 12800, a new 300dpi...
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expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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Although Canons 10-million pixel Eos 40D was a capable contender for the top slot in the semi-pro market, it quickly lost out to the superior and pricier Nikon D300. Now, though, using its considerable manufacturing muscle, Canon has introduced the Eo...
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practicalphotography.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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The E Canon EOS 50D is the fifth generation of enthusiast D-SLR from Canon, with each model evolving and showing improvements. As you’d expect, the Canon EOS 50D is a very well-rounded camera. There’s the class-leading 15.1Mp chip, impressive ISO range...
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Photoradar.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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The new Canon EOS 50D is apparently not intended to replace its predecessor the 40D though, and will sit alongside it as a 'sister' model.Apart from a new silver bezel on the Mode Dial, the 50D has inherited virtually the same beefy magnesium alloy bod...
The new Canon EOS 50D is apparently not intended to replace its predecessor the 40D though, and will sit alongside it as a 'sister' model.Apart from a new silver bezel on the Mode Dial, the 50D has inherited virtually the same beefy magnesium alloy bod...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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The Canon EOS 50D is a trusty model with an excellent number of enhanced shooting features compared to the 40D. With such important emphasis placed on auto shooting modes and dumbed-down shutter and aperture tweaks, though, its bizarre that this came...
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Given the intense competition in the current advanced amateur SLR market, Canons decision to launch the EOS 50D six months earlier than previous models in this line comes as no major shock. The new Canon EOS 50D is apparently not intended to replace i...
Impressive feature set, Strong picture quality, Pleasant to handle...
Gadgets are a big battery drain, LCD display attracts grubby fingerprints...
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Canons EOS 50D camera is a thoroughbred for amateur enthusiasts and a basic workhorse for professionals. It is probably the most common choice for professional photographers who pay for their own equipment. From the enthusiasts perspective, the most...
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pcworld.co.nz Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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Canon’s 50D is quite possibly its most controversial digital SLR to date. Since it stole an early lead on other brands in the DSLR stakes with the (at the time) radically low-priced 300D, Canon has gained a reputation for using its market share as a c...
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dpexpert.com.au Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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This is a 15 megapixel single lens reflex, supplied with an 18–200mm lens with effective optical stabilisation. This is the evolutionary replacement for the 40D, with more pixels and a high resolution 75mm LCD to bring it into line with Nikon and Sony...
Image quality is exceptionally fine, as we expect from this line of cameras. Skin tones are natural and colours are accurate. The long zoom lens works better than expected, focussing smartly at all focal lengths but with some distortion at the extremes...
A three exposure auto-bracket for a camera in this price range is inadequate.
Some reviewers have been harsh in their criticism of the 50D, generally concluding that its image quality is not as good as the 40D. We tried extreme pixel peeping and there does seem to be some fall-off in sharpness and contrast but we doubt that it w...
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smh.com.au Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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Canon 50D DSLR and 18-200 mm lens: rugged and responsive.Price: $2800 "premium kit"Fine camera, good lens This is a 15-megapixel single-lens reflex, supplied with an 18-200mm lens with effective optical stabilisation. This is the evolutionary rep...
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Canons new 15.1-megapixel EOS 50D is a big brother model to the popular EOS 40D (which remains in the companys line-up) and a little brother to the coming EOS 5D Mark II. Offering higher resolution than the 40D, it has a new DIGIC 4 image process...
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Canon continues its plan to dominate the photography landscape with a new addition to its DSLR range. Building on the success of the , Canon's entry-level EOS 550D has an sensor and pushes movies to the max with Full HD video. The 550D is the same siz...
Stunning stills and movie quality. Great connectivity. Noise-reduction tech...
Slow autofocus via LCD. Movie files limited to 4GB. Not the cheapest DSLR...
Not the cheapest entry-level DSLR but the sheer breadth of abilities makes it an instant classic...
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The improvements from the 40D to 50D are almost impossible to distinguish on looks alone. The body type and size are virtually identical and with the exception of a new model number, you might think this is actually the same camera. However, Canon has tun...
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NameCanon's 50D is quite possibly its most controversial digital SLR to date. Since it stole an early lead on other brands in the DSLR stakes with the (at the time) radically low-priced 300D, Canon has gained a reputation for using its market share as a c...
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Today Sime reviews one of the latest DSLRs to be released by Canon – the Canon EOS 50D.I was very excited when Canon told me that they were sending me out the Canon EOS 50D to review. I have been a long time Canon user and currently I am shooting with...
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Canon continues its plan to dominate the photography landscape with a new addition to its DSLR range. Building on the success of the , Canon's entry-level EOS 550D has an sensor and pushes movies to the max with Full HD video. The 550D is the same siz...
Stunning stills and movie quality. Great connectivity. Noise-reduction tech...
Slow autofocus via LCD. Movie files limited to 4GB. Not the cheapest DSLR...
Not the cheapest entry-level DSLR but the sheer breadth of abilities makes it an instant classic...
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electronicsme.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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If you are looking for a top-quality digital SLR, consider the Canon EOS 50D, an upgraded successor to the 40D. This model is a fully-featured, fully-loaded camera that won't disappoint on performance and value. Although some users claim that the 40D h...
With almost too many features and capabilities to discuss, the Canon EOS 50D is an extraordinary digital SLR that is perfect for the photographer who needs something fast and reliable. Although the quality of pictures may sometimes fall below expectati...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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SLR camera ranges used to be the same year after year – manufacturers wouldnt release new ones for long stretches of time.But with digital SLRs things are different and the march of time requires new models regularly...
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Canon 50D: From Snapshots to Great Shots By Jeff RevellISBN: 978-0-321-61311-0 US $24.99 CAN $29.99 UK £14.99 The Canon 50D is the latest in the line of Canons prosumer cameras. It was released less than a year after the 40D, and sports some really g...
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The wide availability of digital cameras has enabled consumers from all walks of life to become well acquainted with photography. Research has even revealed that once consumers become sick of their small, point and shoot cameras, they seek out more ser...
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The Canon EOS 50D is a mid-range digital SLR which has 15 megapixels of resolution and comes in your choice of three kits. The EOS 50D is one of the larger cameras in its class, but makes up for that with very good build quality and ergonomics. There’...
The Canon EOS 50D is a mid-range digital SLR which has 15 megapixels of resolution and comes in your choice of three kits. The EOS 50D is one of the larger cameras in its class, but makes up for that with very good build quality and ergonomics. There&rsqu...
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review By PJ Jacobowitz The $1,299 (list, body only) Canon EOS 50D is a great D-SLR, if all you need is a new body. Like its predecessor the 40D ($1,099, body only), the 15.1-megapixel 50D is fast, but it brings more to the table, including Live View...
Lighting fast. Produces beautiful low-light images. Large, high-resolution LCD screen. HDMI-out.
Expensive. Big and heavy.
The Canon EOS 50D is fast and sharp, and it produces low noise at high ISOs. If you own compatible lenses, theres not much to think about. If you dont, Nikons D90 might be worth a look...
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The Canon EOS 50D performs very well and deserves an excellent rating among DSLR cameras. Image quality is certainly good with low-noise, good color accuracy and reliable exposure. The 50D is also one of the fastest and most quiet DSLRs. When the Ca...
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Serious amateur and semi-professional photographers are the target market for the Canon EOS 50D - the same market that its predecessors, the 40D, 30D, 20D, ... were targeted to. Like its predecessors, the 50D can be used in fully automatic point and sh...
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The Canon EOS-50D is a very competent midrange digital SLR. It offers very good photo quality (with a quality lens attached), rocket-fast performance, plenty of manual controls and customizable features, and a super-sharp 3-inch LCD. There arent too...
Very good photo quality (with a good lens), Low noise levels through ISO 1600 in low light, and ISO 3200 in good light, Sturdy, welldesigned body; easy to hold; resistant against dust and moisture, Ultrasharp 3inch LCD display, Live view allows you to...
Images on the soft side, especially with "average" lenses, Slight tendency to clip highlights and overexpose, Battery life is below average, and 20% worse than on the 40D, Very slow contrast detect AF in live view mode, Live view not availabl...
The Canon EOS-50D is a very competent midrange digital SLR. It offers very good photo quality (with a quality lens attached), rocket-fast performance, plenty of manual controls and customizable features, and a super-sharp 3-inch LCD. There arent too m...
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Pity the Canon EOS 50D. Between the hoopla about the latest full-frame juggernauts from Nikon, Sony, and Canon itself, and the buzz on the debut of the Micro Four Thirds system, it’s easy for an impressive new advanced-amateur DSLR to get overlooked. B...
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As well as the increase in resolution, the Canon EOS 50D boasts 14-bit colour, sensitivity up to ISO 12800, a new 300dpi three-inch LCD and UDMA support for bursts up to 6.3fps.In many other respects, the Canon EOS 50D is a timely upgrade: Canon has a...
The new Canon EOS 50D is a superbly versatile piece of kit. If you’re an existing Canon owner in search of a rugged APS-C format camera, there’s no need to look any further. But, if you’re in the market for a new system, it’s not quite as convincing a...
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Whether you’re an amateur photographer or someone who’s more serious about photography, a D-SLR can provide a lot of benefits over a simple point and shoot camera. With a D-SLR, you’ll get faster shooting speeds, better optics (and there...
Overall, we were very pleased with the 50D’s performance and controls. The camera’s fast burst rate of 6.3 frames per second definitely puts it a notch above most entry-level D-SLRs, which generally offer about 3 frames per second. This faster...
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While driving around upstate New York during the peak fall foliage season and testing the new Canon EOS 50D, I met the perfect candidate for this camera. Upon rounding a curve there sat the mother of all fall foliage trees, a sugar maple in full red a...
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At first glance the Canon EOS 50D digital SLR camera isnt a dramatic upgrade over its predecessor, the Canon EOS 40D (which remains available). For a price difference of about $300 (the 50D sells for $1600, including an EF 18-to-200mm, f/3.5-to-5.6 IS...
Solid design, Offers face detection mode...
Live View shooting remains convoluted...
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On August 26, 2008, Canon announced the EOS 50D and shook things up a bit by breaking their traditional 18-month refreshment cycle for the amateur model lineup. Every xxD model since the 10D had been released at 18-month intervals until the 50D, which...
If Canon had given us a 40D “Mark II” at 10 megapixels with the rest of the upgrades found on the 50D, then I think we would have a killer prosumer camera. However, we are approaching the point where more megapixels become pointless. When Canon and t...
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The EOS 50D digital SLR is blurring the line between the mid-range and professional cameras. Incorporating the best features of Canons prosumer models, the Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR camera includes an expanded ISO range, improved noise reduction, and...
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The Canon 50D Milestone by Harold M. Merklinger The recently introduced Canon 50D is a milestone camera: a camera that marks a new level of technical achievement in some way. Before I explain how, let me provide some background. About a dozen years ag...
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Sometimes a statement taken in isolation can be the truth, but its not the whole truth, and in fact in isolation it can be misleading. For example... "Stepping out of a plane flying at 5000ft wont hurt you". Thats pretty much true, but it doesnt...
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Video Review: Chris Hardwick heads down to San Diego to field test the new 15.1 megapixel Canon EOS 50D Camera by taking shots of the San Diego Chargers during pre-game training. How does the flashy, high priced DSLR stack up? Will it rate higher than...
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The Canon EOS 50D is Canons most recent addition to their "prosumer" DSLR lineup. Its an upgrade of the EOS 40D, though as of right now Canon havent discontinued the 40D so as of right now (11/08) The Canon EOS 50D is an addition to the Canon EOS...
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consumerelectronicsnet.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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I just finished testing the new Canon prosumer DSLR, 50D and its one nice camera. It offers many improvements over the previous model, the 40D. Its easier to use than the 40D, is the same size, actually weighs less yet outperforms it in almost every c...
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whatdigitalcamera.com Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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It had to come. With Nikon having released three enthusiast-to-pro models and to wide acclaim no less, it was only a matter of time before the other half of ‘the big two’ issued its retort. And retort it has, with the launch of both the video-enabled...
LCD upgrade, extra resolution, prompt AF...
No real groundbreaking change, unintuitive menus, metering issues in difficult light...
What to make of the Canon EOS 50D? On the one hand, there are several ‘upgrades’ on the 40D that will appeal to a range of photographers. If you’re someone who needs to either enlarge your prints or values the ability to crop your images...
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While point-and-shoot digicams muddle along without any super breakthroughs—14 megapixels? Big deal!—watching the brawl between D-SLR manufacturers is much more enjoyable. Recently, Canon, Nikon and Sony have all introduced or announced d...
High-quality images, Hardly any digital noise, Rugged, solid construction, Excellent 3-inch screen, Live View better than expected...
Expensive, Live View is still overrated, Fairly steep learning curve for newbies, No protective cover for LCD, *...
If the EOS 50D were less expensive, it would be a shoe-in for our Editor’s Choice designation. But at close to $1,399 for the body alone, that’s a lot of jack to cough up, especially when the 12.3 MP Nikon D90 is available for only $999...
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Whether it's entry-level digital cameras or professional-grade DSLRs with full-frame image sensors, Canon has remained at the top of the digital camera market for some time. The sits firmly in the middle of Canon's current DSLR lineup, offering high...
Fantastic resolution for capturing fine details, Lownoise sensor (albeit with heavy noise reduction at expanded ISOs), Excellent selection of incamera JPEG processing options, Solid durability, Great ability to trigger flash at a variety of shutter speeds, AF system still among the fastest...
Heavy like a lead brick, Overly complicated menus and submenus, Live view interface not very intuitive, Default processing a little flat, AF accuracy not consistent...
My personal expectations for the 50D were a mixture of highs and lows; experience has taught me that Canon's updates to their mid-range DSLRs usually tend to be evolutionary, but I honestly expected to see some significant improvements over the old Can...
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Canons EOS 50D sticks with the conservative pattern that the company has established for their semi-pro digital SLR in terms of physical design, but now it also includes most of Canons cutting-edge digital SLR technology. Where this line usually lead...
Excellent 15.1 megapixel sensor with very low noise and superb detail, ISO 100 to 1,600 usable at 13x19 inches, Dust removal technology reduces sensor cleaning chores, High-resolution 3.0-inch LCD makes checking focus and composing in Live View an exce...
AF assist only works when flash is up, though flash can be forced off, Auto-rotation doesnt play well with all computer programs, Soft images with the 28-135mm kit lens; demands very good optics, Kit lens doesnt really reach wide angle, Indoor white...
Canons EOS 50D sticks with the conservative pattern that the company has established for their semi-pro digital SLR in terms of physical design, but now it also includes most of Canons cutting-edge digital SLR technology. Where this line usually lead...
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of the Canon 50D is completely logical. The improved sensor techniques with in addition the increase of image resolution, the increased resolution and improved reproduction of the monitor, the enhancement of the Live View functionality, the DIGIC 4 pr...
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The Canon EOS-50D is a solid incremental upgrade from the 40D. It doesnt have any dramatic new features, delivers a gorgeous LCD, 15-megapixel resolution, an improved live view mode, and burst mode at a speedy 6.3 frames per second. However, we were...
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By Tan Chong YawCANONS most junior DSLR, the EOS 1000D kit, costs only $1,099. Compare this with $2,999 for the kit III version of Canons latest serious amateur DSLR - the EOS 50D.Why pay $2,000 more for a DSLR? In a word: confidence.The 50D comes wi...
Packed full of goodness so you can ramp up your photographic confidence...
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Overshadowed by the protracted launch of the long-awaited full-frame 5D Mark II, the new semi-pro Canon EOS 50D DSLR camera was quietly announced at the end of August. Successor to the one year old 40D, this new model looks virtually identical on the...
Released just one year after the 40D, the new EOS 50D DSLR is Canons answer to its main rival, the Nikon D300. The EOS 50D is both a worthy upgrade for current 40D owners and a real challenger to the D300, mainly thanks to the larger 15 megapixel sen...
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Canon’s EOS 50D is the company’s latest semi-professional DSLR. It comes one year after the popular EOS 40D, but doesn’t replace it – as yet anyway. Both models will co-exist in the market at different price points, at least for the rest of 2008. Exte...
High resolution which matches 40D’s noise, Quick handling and continuous shooting, VGA screen with Live View & HDMI, AF micro-adjust and vignette correction.
Needs decent optics to exploit resolution, Face detection impractical due to slow AF, Auto Lighting Optimizer unremarkable, Lacking movie mode.
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 i...
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Despite the popular 40D SLR digital camera being only a little over a year old, Canon has decided to release the follow-up to build on the successful high-end line ahead of schedule. Although the 40D will still be available in retail outlets through th...
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CANON U.S.A. HAS ANNOUNCED THE INTRODUCTION OF THE CANON 50D. The replacement for the prosumer 40D, with a 15.1 Megapixel APS-C size sensor and a 1.6x lens multiplier, will begin shipping in October at a street price of $1399. Below is the Canon Press...
CANON U.S.A. HAS ANNOUNCED THE INTRODUCTION OF THE CANON 50D. The replacement for the prosumer 40D, with a 15.1 Megapixel APS-C size sensor and a 1.6x lens multiplier, will begin shipping in October at a street price of $1399. Below is the Canon Press...
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The EOS 50D was announced on 26 August 2008. It is Canons latest DSLR for serious amateurs, especially those shooting sports and action on a $1,399 budget. If youre a serious every-weekend sports shooter and have less than $1,600 to spend on a DSLR...
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Almost exactly a year after the arrival of the EOS 40D, Canon has announced the 50D, which were assured will be a sister-model, rather than a replacement. Recent history has seen Canon release new models every 18 months-or-so but its been a busy y...
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photo.net Updated:
2022-10-17 18:56:23
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The Canon EOS 50D is Canon’s latest “prosumer” DSLR. It’s quite clearly based strongly on the EOS 40D, being virtually identical in shape, size, weight and control layout, but the EOS 50D adds a number of features.Though the EOS 50D improves on the EOS...
A number of EOS 50D reviews have been somewhat critical, suggesting that by reducing the pixel size in going from the 10MP of the sensor used in the EOS 40D to the 15MP sensor used in the 50D Canon have overreached themselves and this has resulted in a...
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A full Canon EOS Rebel T4i / 650D review is planned...
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