Canon EOS 40D Digital Camera

Pros: Improved sensor and AF system, faster response, large viewfinder, flash control, quieter mirror, price, ...

Cons: Some consider the changes "too little", no integrated wireless flash controller

The Bottom Line: No matter what heated blogs suggest, the 40D is a solid choice for enthusiasts at a good price.

Review: One of the most anticipated dSLR cameras in 2007 is without a doubt the new EOS 40D. With the 30D being more of a refinement than upgrade of the venerable 20D, rumors went rampant on what the 40D is going to look like and when it's released. With most of ...

Pros: Clarity, high frames per second, higher ISO

Cons: A bit bigger than I'm used to and hard to use with small hands.

The Bottom Line: It would be a large leap from a point and shoot but for those that know their way around a camera it's a great start for the money.

Review: As a professional photographer who works not only as a wedding and portrait photographer but also as a full time photojournalist I find the 40D to meet and exceed all of my expectations. I started with a small budget and was using 2 Canon Rebel DSLR ...

Pros: Great build quality, good feel in your hand, self-cleaning sensor, and live preview.

Cons: Important functions buried within menus, Ergonomics, slightly less mega-pixels than competition.

The Bottom Line: While the body doesn't surpass other offerings, when paired with Canon's legendary lenses, this body all of a sudden gives the competition a run for their money.

Review: I don’t always do things in the right order, and don’t always follow the typical pattern. My entry into the DSLR market is an example of just that. I purchased the Canon 40D after several years of using a point and shoot Sony F828. While the ...