Canon EOS 40D
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40D is a 10.1-megapixel semi-professional digital single-lens reflex camera
. It was initially announced on August 20, 2007 and was released at the end of that month. It is the successor of the Canon EOS 30D
, and is succeeded by the EOS 50D. It can accept EF
and EF-S
lenses. Like its predecessor, it uses an APS-C
sized image sensor, resulting in a 1.6x field of view
crop factor
.
include a higher-resolution sensor (10.1 megapixel instead of 8.2). The sensor also has better noise control than previous models. The 40D has a larger memory buffer so more pictures can be taken in succession without a slow down in frame rate. Frames per second has been increased from 5 to 6.5.
The 40D adds a new format, Canon's sRAW, which is a smaller RAW image for smaller prints and reduced file sizes. The 40D's RAW format is 14-bit instead of the 12-bit of the 30D.
The camera uses the new DIGIC III image processor, which was first used in the Canon EOS-1D Mark III
, introduced earlier that year. Canon’s DIGIC III processor delivers responsive operation, improved color rendering and near-instant start-up time. A new sensor cleaning system has been introduced. It can also use the Canon Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/E3A.
The 40D has a larger screen (3", of the same resolution) than the 30D (2.5") and 20D (1.8"). There is also a new menu for external and internal flash control, including second curtain sync.
Other additions on the Canon 40D include interchangeable focusing screens, a much-needed AF-ON button, the EOS Integrated Cleaning System for sensor dust reduction, rubber strips around the battery and CF doors for improved weather sealing and three new optional accessories: an IS version of the 18-55mm kit lens; a new backward-compatible, live view
mode, and a weather-sealed battery grip
.
The 40D has many similar characteristics to its predecessors the 20D and 30D, but also many differences. This includes various shooting modes, ability to change ISO and white balance, a pop-up flash unit, an LCD screen of 3.0 inches (an upgrade from the previous model, the Canon eos 30D
with a screen of only 2.5 inches), and a rugged magnesium alloy protective inner-shell, which both the Canon 30D and 40D have.
The 40D has more megapixels (10.1 MP as compared to 8.2 MP in 30D), and the resolution sizes are slightly higher than the 20D and 30D. Its RAW format is 14-bit.
The newest feature to the 40D is Live View (which the 30D, 20D, 10D, and all previous models do not have), allowing photographers to use the LCD screen as their viewfinder. It is very useful for taking pictures low to the ground, when your eye can't reach the viewfinder. The shutter noise is quieter in this mode, as well.
Canon released its DPP 3.1 RAW converter alongside the 40D.
Initially, Adobe Lightroom did not have official support for the 40D though RAW and JPEGs from the camera did still work. Official support for the 40D as well as the 1Ds Mark III
was added with Lightroom 1.3, available as a free update from Adobe.
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Canon EOS
The Canon EOS autofocus 35 mm film and digital SLR camera system was introduced in 1987 with the Canon EOS 650 and is still in production as Canon's current DSLR system...
40D is a 10.1-megapixel semi-professional digital single-lens reflex camera
Digital single-lens reflex camera
Most digital single-lens reflex cameras are digital cameras that use a mechanical mirror system and pentaprism to direct light from the lens to an optical viewfinder on the back of the camera....
. It was initially announced on August 20, 2007 and was released at the end of that month. It is the successor of the Canon EOS 30D
Canon EOS 30D
The Canon EOS 30D is an 8.2-megapixel semi-professional digital single-lens reflex camera, initially announced on February 21, 2006. It is the successor of the Canon EOS 20D, and is succeeded by the EOS 40D...
, and is succeeded by the EOS 50D. It can accept EF
Canon EF lens mount
Introduced in 1987, the EF lens mount is the standard lens mount on the Canon EOS family of SLR film and digital cameras. EF stands for "Electro-Focus": automatic focusing on EF lenses is handled by a dedicated electric motor built into the lens...
and EF-S
Canon EF-S lens mount
The EF-S lens mount is a derivative of the EF lens mount created for a subset of Canon digital single-lens reflex cameras with APS-C sized image sensors. It was released in 2003. Cameras supporting the EF-S mount are backward-compatible with the EF lens mount and, as such, have a flange focal...
lenses. Like its predecessor, it uses an APS-C
APS-C
Advanced Photo System type-C is an image sensor format approximately equivalent in size to the Advanced Photo System "classic" size negatives...
sized image sensor, resulting in a 1.6x field of view
Field of view
The field of view is the extent of the observable world that is seen at any given moment....
crop factor
Crop factor
In digital photography, a crop factor is related to the ratio of the dimensions of a camera's imaging area compared to a reference format; most often, this term is applied to digital cameras, relative to 35 mm film format as a reference. In the case of digital cameras, the imaging device would be a...
.
Improvements
Changes over the 30DCanon EOS 30D
The Canon EOS 30D is an 8.2-megapixel semi-professional digital single-lens reflex camera, initially announced on February 21, 2006. It is the successor of the Canon EOS 20D, and is succeeded by the EOS 40D...
include a higher-resolution sensor (10.1 megapixel instead of 8.2). The sensor also has better noise control than previous models. The 40D has a larger memory buffer so more pictures can be taken in succession without a slow down in frame rate. Frames per second has been increased from 5 to 6.5.
The 40D adds a new format, Canon's sRAW, which is a smaller RAW image for smaller prints and reduced file sizes. The 40D's RAW format is 14-bit instead of the 12-bit of the 30D.
The camera uses the new DIGIC III image processor, which was first used in the Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Canon EOS-1D Mark III
The EOS 1D Mark III is a professional 10.1 megapixel digital single lens reflex camera camera body produced by Canon. The EOS 1D Mark III was announced on February 21, 2007 and is the successor of the Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and was first released in May 2007...
, introduced earlier that year. Canon’s DIGIC III processor delivers responsive operation, improved color rendering and near-instant start-up time. A new sensor cleaning system has been introduced. It can also use the Canon Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/E3A.
The 40D has a larger screen (3", of the same resolution) than the 30D (2.5") and 20D (1.8"). There is also a new menu for external and internal flash control, including second curtain sync.
Other additions on the Canon 40D include interchangeable focusing screens, a much-needed AF-ON button, the EOS Integrated Cleaning System for sensor dust reduction, rubber strips around the battery and CF doors for improved weather sealing and three new optional accessories: an IS version of the 18-55mm kit lens; a new backward-compatible, live view
Live preview
Live preview is a feature that allows a digital camera's display screen to be used as a viewfinder. This provides a means of previewing framing and other exposure before taking the photograph. In most such cameras, the preview is generated by means of continuously and directly projecting the image...
mode, and a weather-sealed battery grip
Battery grip
A battery grip is an accessory for an SLR/DSLR , which allows the camera to hold multiple batteries to extend the battery life of the camera, and adds a vertical grip with an extra shutter release , facilitating the shooting of portrait photography.It usually attaches to the camera body through the...
.
Overview and features
Canon EOS 30D
The Canon EOS 30D is an 8.2-megapixel semi-professional digital single-lens reflex camera, initially announced on February 21, 2006. It is the successor of the Canon EOS 20D, and is succeeded by the EOS 40D...
with a screen of only 2.5 inches), and a rugged magnesium alloy protective inner-shell, which both the Canon 30D and 40D have.
The 40D has more megapixels (10.1 MP as compared to 8.2 MP in 30D), and the resolution sizes are slightly higher than the 20D and 30D. Its RAW format is 14-bit.
The newest feature to the 40D is Live View (which the 30D, 20D, 10D, and all previous models do not have), allowing photographers to use the LCD screen as their viewfinder. It is very useful for taking pictures low to the ground, when your eye can't reach the viewfinder. The shutter noise is quieter in this mode, as well.
- 10.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
- DIGIC III processor
- 3.0 inch LCD Monitor
- 14-bit Processor
- Live View Mode
- Wide 9 point AF (all points are cross-type with the centre point having an additional f/2.8 sensitive cross-type sensor placed diagonally)
- Selectable AF and metering modes
- Built in Flash
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Integrated Cleaning System - ISOFilm speedFilm speed is the measure of a photographic film's sensitivity to light, determined by sensitometry and measured on various numerical scales, the most recent being the ISO system....
100-1600 (3200 with custom function) - Continuous Drive up to 6.5 frame/s (75 images (JPEGJPEGIn computing, JPEG . The degree of compression can be adjusted, allowing a selectable tradeoff between storage size and image quality. JPEG typically achieves 10:1 compression with little perceptible loss in image quality....
), 17 images (RAWRAW image formatA camera raw image file contains minimally processed data from the image sensor of either a digital camera, image scanner, or motion picture film scanner. Raw files are so named because they are not yet processed and therefore are not ready to be printed or edited with a bitmap graphics editor...
)) - Canon EFCanon EF lens mountIntroduced in 1987, the EF lens mount is the standard lens mount on the Canon EOS family of SLR film and digital cameras. EF stands for "Electro-Focus": automatic focusing on EF lenses is handled by a dedicated electric motor built into the lens...
/EF-SCanon EF-S lens mountThe EF-S lens mount is a derivative of the EF lens mount created for a subset of Canon digital single-lens reflex cameras with APS-C sized image sensors. It was released in 2003. Cameras supporting the EF-S mount are backward-compatible with the EF lens mount and, as such, have a flange focal...
Lenses - Canon EX Speedlites
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video output - File Formats include: JPEG, RAW, sRAW (both RAW formats are 14-bit)
- RAW & JPEG simultaneous recording
- USB 2.0 computer interface
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Types (BP-511A battery supplied) - Tough inner metal (magnesium alloy) shell
- Approx Weight 0.822 kg
Firmware and software
, the latest firmware is 1.1.1, released Jan 20, 2009. The firmware updates have fixed some bugs, and made minor changes in operation.Canon released its DPP 3.1 RAW converter alongside the 40D.
Initially, Adobe Lightroom did not have official support for the 40D though RAW and JPEGs from the camera did still work. Official support for the 40D as well as the 1Ds Mark III
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III
The EOS-1Ds Mark III is a digital SLR camera body by Canon designed for professional photographers. The Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III is successor to the EOS-1Ds Mark II and was announced in August 2007. The camera features a full-frame 21.1 megapixel CMOS sensor with 14 bit A/D converters for a total...
was added with Lightroom 1.3, available as a free update from Adobe.
External links
- Canon's Official 40D Product Page
- Canon EOS 40D Review, Phil Askey, October 2007 @ Digital Photography ReviewDigital Photography ReviewDigital Photography Review is a website about digital cameras and digital photography. The website has comprehensive reviews of digital cameras, lenses and accessories, buying guides, user reviews, and very active forums for the individual cameras as well as general photography forums...
- Steves Digicams - Canon EOS 40D - Hands on Review