Canon EOS 400D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Kit)

Canon EOS 400D's 10.1 megapixel sensor employs the same outstanding CMOS image quality advantage of its big brothers in the professional EOS 1 range. Super sensitive in low light and virtually noise free, CMOS is also fast and power efficient. For consist

Canon EOS 400D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Kit)

Canon EOS 400D's 10.1 megapixel sensor employs the same outstanding CMOS image quality advantage of its big brothers in the professional EOS 1 range. Super sensitive in low light and virtually noise free, CMOS is also fast and power efficient. For consist

Canon EOS 400D Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

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Canon EOS 400D's 10.1 megapixel sensor employs the same outstanding CMOS image quality advantage of its big brothers in the professional EOS 1 range. Super sensitive in low light and virtually noise free, CMOS is also fast and power efficient. For consist
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- High performance digital SLR with 10.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor and DIGIC II Image processor.
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 "Superb starter digital SLR" 2008-10-22
By chuckles (Netherlands)
I decided to get back into photography with an SLR, and did quite a lot of research. This lead me to buy this camera and lens (as well as a 18-55 & 70-300 zoom). This camera is a superb entry level camera, with preset picture style types such as portrait, landscape, sports etc. and a fully auto setting, so as easy to use as a point and shoot. For the more professional photographers amongst you, there are the manual setting options where you can adjust the ISO, aperture etc. and a fully manual option. A basic 18-55 lens will be fine when you are getting used to the camera, however the lenses will be the first thing you upgrade if you fall in love with photography! I recommend the USM IS range of lenses as reasonable priced good quality upgrades.

 "Excellent value for money - only one drawback..." 2008-09-18
By D. Charlwood (UK)
The 400D is an excellent slr for the price. If you combine the camera with good lenses pictures are sharp, well saturated and can be printed on A2 - I have several examples on my walls. It is extremely easy to use.



The only drawback I experienced of this camera is buffer speed. If you're not technical buffer speed is how fast the camera transfers your photos onto the CF card, in other words if you take 8 shots the buffer speed determines how long you have to wait to shoot again. The frames per second are more than adequate, however as I do a lot of portrait work I found having to wait to take another series of shots occasionally annoying.



On the whole the 400D is excellent however, I have done several semi-pro shoots with it and I never felt I was short changing customers as the results were excellent.



If the 400D fits your price range and you want a superb introductory camera or you're on a budget...buy it. Spend everything else you have on the best lenses you can afford. You won't regret it.



COUNTER to the "DISAPPOINTING" review

I found no under-exposure problems on my 400D, although I almost always shot in the more advanced modes. However this is what they are for. If your camera is under exposing the simple solution is to use the 'exposure compensation' which is utilised with the scroller wheel and the 'Av+/-' button next to the display.



Your photography will benefit from mastering the more advanced features of the camera :)

 "Cannon 400" 2008-05-08
By B. Thompson
This is a first class camera at a price i could afford which accepts the lenses from my old camera. It is also easy to pick up the basic handling and would recommend the camera and the provider to anyone to do business with.

 "A Decent Camera, but still only a Canon" 2008-04-25
By Jakub Marecek (Nottingham, UK)
I've bought this together with Canon EF 50mm / 1.8 lens, after I drowned my old Sony F707. The image quality and batter life are not much worse, but you'd expect some improvement over the 2001 Sony model, which had 38--190mm / 2.0--2.4 lens in-built for a similar price, plus long-lasting, if more expensive, acus. Also, the Canon build is decidedly plasticky, compared to the magnesium alloy of the old Sony.



Overall: don't expect too much, although it's better than the new Sony Alphas.

 "A great entry DSLR" 2008-04-01
By bddidier (Cambridge, UK)
I've got this camera since almost a year now and it's a fabulous camera at that price point. Do yourself a favour and buy a better lens than the kit so, you will not regret it. It seems that the new 18-55 IS is far better so maybe with the new 450D it will not be such a problem to start with the kit lens.


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Canon EOS 400D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Kit)

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The Canon EOS 400D offers an unbeatable combination of performance, ease-of-use and value. It has a newly designed 10.1 MP CMOS sensor plus a host of new features including a 2.5-inch LCD monitor, the exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System and Canon s Picture Style technology. The 400D boasts a 9-point AF system with a highly sensitive f/2.8 center point for exceptional performance in low light, and maximum frame burst of 27 large JPEGs and 10 RAW to ensure you capture the action. All in a lightweight, ergonomic body. The Canon EOS 400D is proof positive that Canon continues to lead the way with phenomenal digital SLRs.
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Technical Details

- High performance digital SLR with 10.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor and DIGIC II Image processor.
- Fast 3 frames-per-second shooting with 27-frame burst and a 0.2 second startup time.
- * Strong, lightweight body with the EOS Integrated Cleaning System including a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit.
- Picture Style settings for a broad range of control over color, contrast and sharpening.
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 "Perfect intro digi SLR" 2010-05-19
By Miss Cook. A (London,.England)
I bought this to replace lost cameras and delved into the world of the digital SLR which I previously had sworn off doing purely for the principle. I was pleasantly surprised- having used 35mm SLRs and compact digital- this baby did make life somewhat easier and quicker when it came to shoots etc. in not having to waste film & time as you know pretty much what you've got at the time. Nothing can still beat film quality though!

I was a new graduate at this time (3 years ago) but now I am learning even more about photography and working more- I find I will probably need to upgrade to a faster camera with less noise at higher ISOs (low light conditions) and a sharper focusing. These points mentioned do not seem a problem when simply reviewing through the camera LCD screen but when viewing images on my computer screen full size, it is an issue.



The camera is not too heavy as SLRs go. It feels nice and sturdy in your hand and you can grip it well with the rubberised grip section at the side. The interface is easy to navigate, the buttons are well spaced out and concise in function. The materials used in construction are good- mine doesn't have any marks or chips etc. and I have dropped it from a short height and generally had it on rough surfaces on location for example.



The LCD display is well sized for the time it was made. As it is an SLR there is the optical viewfinder and this camera has a sensor which turns off the LCD display when you put the viewfinder to your eye. You can completely disable the LCD display to save battery power and see shooting options on the LED display inside the viewfinder (which is always visible).



You can choose between auto and manual focus with a switch on the lens and customise the points of focus in the Auto Focus setting.



Depending on the size of the images you are taking- the review time is not too slow. You can zoom in whilst reviewing an image. but not rotate.



If you simply want this camera for better holiday/ personal snaps then this is more than good enough. The depth you experience with an SLR is second to none, faster shooting, good colours & image quality and there are many ways to explore your creativity through this camera. You can explore on the manual settings as I mostly do or opt for full Auto if feeling lazy, macro for close up detail, Aperture priority, Shutter priority etc... and define your own settings to your heart's content.



As you progress you can see what works best for you but I recommend investing in accessories such as a higher spec lens depending on your style preference- I chose a CANON EF 75-300mm USM LENS which helped me when not so close to subjects and the difference in clarity is amazing. You may want to invest in an external flash also to avoid the washed out glare of the built- in one at close proximity and create better shapes.



Overall, no qualms for what this camera offers at this level. This is for amateurs moving to semi pro- don't expect anything more but you will not want to use a compact camera again I tell you now!

 "Better than Nikon?" 2010-03-04
By O. Salmon (UK)
Excellent product.

Easy to use.

Great photos.

Nice and easy software coming with it.

I bought the newest model for my sister at Christmas.

 "A fantastic camera" 2009-11-26
By Mr. Suchet Budon
This is an excellent camera which I have taken on many working tours in places like Isle of Man, London, Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar.



Its extremely easy to learn - the battery lasts a very long time and for first time DSLR users this is the perfect camera with some excellent auto and manual functions.



I brought this with an excellent extra Tamron 70mm - 300mm lens - This is all ive needed on all my photography projects. Well worth the money.

 "A pleasure to use" 2009-10-18
By Dr. Nicholas P. G. Davies (Halifax, UK)
I swapped to digital cameras with the 300d. The 400d is a major step up from that camera. I have had mine now for 2 years and have loved using it.



Good basic lens. Good recording of images. Easy to hold still and firm. Easy to review images on the sensor. Easy to use whether in the camera default modes (view/face/close up etc) or for more advanced use where you control your own apertures and exposures. Clear and detailed final images on computer screen or printed.



The camera lets me do most things I want to do.



To gild the lily, and probably to ask for more than currently can be given, I'd like a more powerful flash, image stabilisation, and an ability to hand hold long exposures in low light. When I am sensible I get my tripod out to let me do these things. But if I could get away without the tripod...



This camera is excellent, and does all you can sensibly ask a camera to do. I get superb images, and when I muck up the flaws are always mine (impatience, not using the tripod etc) and not the camera's.



Highly recommended.

 "Excellent buy" 2009-05-28
By CD Mgbor
Arrived on time, well packaged and the item is just brilliant for an beginner like me!


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