Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens
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The Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for superb quality images and the latest DIGIC 4 Image Processor to provide superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It also features a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output. This Kit also includes Canon's EF 28-135mm IS USM AF Lens, a compact, lightweight zoom lens with superior optical performance with Canon's exclusive Image Stabilizer (IS) system that reduces the possibility of blurred photographs caused by camera shake, and a USM drive mechanism for optimum AF performance.
The 15.1-megapixel image sensor delivers ultra-detailed images and the redesigned photo diodes and microlenses of the sensor extend its light gathering capabilities to ensure improved high ISO performance and low noise. Furthermore, the camera's ISO sensitivity is an astounding 3200 with expanded sensitivity to an ultra-sensitive 12800. The Integrated Cleaning System includes a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit with a fluorine coating to improve the camera's image quality by helping to reduce, repel and remove unwanted dust from the sensor. Plus, stubborn particles can be removed automatically in post-production with Dust Delete Data and Canon's included Digital Photo Professional software.
The 50D is incredibly fast thanks to the DIGIC 4 processor - it allows for up to 6.3 fps continuous shooting, in bursts of up to 90 JPEG images (with a UDMA CF card). Furthermore, Canon's wide area AF system uses 9 individual cross type sensors, so stunning action sequences can be captured - even in low-light conditions - making the EOS 50D particularly suited to sports and wildlife shooting. The DIGIC 4 processor also delivers 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradation and natural-looking colors - as well as ensuring ultra-fast startup times and near-instant image review after shooting.
The 3.0" Clear View VGA LCD (920,000 pixels) provides an extra-large and wide angle-of-view image review, with plenty of clarity for accurate focus checks in playback. By switching to Live View mode - which displays a real-time image on the LCD - photographers can enjoy simplified shooting from awkward angles, or connect to a PC for remote shooting. In addition, the Live Mode offers three ways to auto focus: Quick AF, Live AF, and Face Detection Live AF, which optimizes focus based on faces detected in the frame - for fast, spontaneous portraiture. The camera even offers HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV - directly from the camera.
Even with all of these high powered features, the EOS 50D features Canon's renowned intuitive EOS menu system, along with a Quick Control screen, for instant access to the most commonly-changed settings. There is also a Creative Auto mode that offers automatic focus and exposure - while still allowing the user to add creative 'tweaks' to settings such as background sharpness. Altogether the Canon EOS 50D is an excellent product for advanced amateur photographers and entry-level professionals.
- 15.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor
- The EOS 50D features a 15.1-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor which is capable of recording up to 4752 x 3168 pixels with full 14-bit A/D conversion for extremely fine tonal gradation. It can capture images with exceptional clarity and has the same 3:2 ratio as a film camera, but with a focal length conversion factor of 1.6x. The use of improved microlenses and the latest manufacturing techniques mean each pixel is more sensitive to light, making the camera capable of recording at sensitivities previously too noisy for shooting in low light or subjects in motion.
- Incredibly High ISO Sensitivity
- With a wide ISO range of 100-3200 and a maximum ISO rating of 12800 (H1: 6400, H2: 12800) combined with a 4-level High ISO speed noise reduction function, the Canon EOS 50D can capture beautiful, well balanced images that would usually be impossible without the use of a strobe or flash.
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- The DIGIC 4 Image Processor of the EOS 50D offers finer details and even more natural color reproduction, compared with previous incarnations, and utilizes advanced signal processing technologies to provide even faster operations, along with faster write times when using UDMA type CF cards. The DIGIC 4 Processor also mediates Canon's Face Detection Live mode, allowing the camera to detect and focus up to 35 face(s) and capture the best possible group or portrait shots. An improved Auto Lighting Optimizer is also available to correct image brightness and contrast automatically, and the innovative Peripheral Illumination Correction is available for up to 40 EF lenses.
- Outstanding Performance
- The EOS 50D is one of the fastest digital SLRs available with the ability to shoot up to 6.3 fps, making it ideal for everything from wildlife to sports. It can capture up to 90 JPEGs when using UDMA CF cards, as well as 60 consecutive JPEGS or 16 RAW using standard CF cards. The camera also has a nearly instant start-up time of 0.15 seconds, speedy autofocus with predictive AF focus and minimal shutter lag of only 59 milliseconds, making the EOS 50D one of the fastest cameras available, so you'll never, ever miss a shot.
- Durable and Reliable
- The EOS 50D exterior is constructed with lightweight and ultra-rigid magnesium-alloy giving the camera a solid, substantial feel that complements its compact dimensions. Designed to withstand the rigors of everyday use, the camera is shock, dust and weather resistant.
- Fast AF System
- The high-precision 9-point wide area AF system and each of the nine AF points uses a cross-type coverage system, enabling the camera to focus faster, more accurately, and in ever more complex lighting situations than previous models. For added accuracy and precision, the 50D incorporates a diagonally mounted, high-precision cross-type sensor at the center AF point that is sensitive to both vertical and horizontal lines when fast lenses (f/2.8 or faster) are used. Furthermore, the camera has a number of focus modes, including One-Shot AF, AI Focus AF and AI Servo AF, and all focus points can be chosen automatically, or accessed using the intuitive, thumb operated Multi-Controller.
- Versatile Exposure Metering System
- The 35-zone metering sensor of the EOS 50D provides for multiple patterns including Evaluative metering, which is linked to all AF points, Center-weighted average metering, Partial metering and Spot metering (covering 3.8 percent of the viewfinder at center). The camera also has 12 exposure control modes (11 AE modes plus manual), and three Custom exposure modes.
- Large 3.0-inch VGA LCD Monitor
- The large three-inch Clear View LCD screen of the EOS 50D has an incredible resolution of 920,000 pixels, is brighter than previous models with a broad color gamut and a wide viewing angle of 160 degrees in order to facilitate easy viewing - even under less than ideal viewing conditions such as bright sunlight. The surface of the display screen is prepared with multiple coatings for improved viewing and smudge-resistant protection, while the large overall size of the screen makes it easy for users to read menus and icons and thereby gain easier access to camera settings like ISO, Metering modes AF Point selection and flash options.
- Live View Function
- The advanced Live View Function is a powerful feature that enables viewing your subjects directly on the 3-inch LCD monitor while shooting, and users can magnify any part of the scene 5x or 10x for precise manual focus. Users can even choose from 2 overlay grid options, perfect for keeping straight lines in your subject straight in your pictures. In the studio, the camera can be controlled remotely with Live View Function when the camera is connected to a computer through a USB cable, or wirelessly if the optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3A is used.
- Comfortable Viewfinder
- The EOS 50D incorporates an upgraded viewfinder that has an optical magnification of 0.95x and an eye point of 22mm. Users can even change the focus screen and opt for a grid-type focus screen that makes it easier to verify horizontal or vertical alignment, as well as a Super-Precision Matte focusing screen that makes manual focusing easier when using a lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or faster.
- EOS Integrated Cleaning System
- The Camera combats sensor dust in three important ways; Dust is Reduced through improved camera mechanism design, Anti Static technologies (including a special fluorine coating) then Repel dust from the surface of the image sensor's low-pass filter, then there is the Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit to Remove any dust from the sensor's filter by using hi-frequency vibrations to shake it off. And if there happens to be any stubborn dust particles that still remain on the image sensor filter after all of this, the Dust Delete Data system can map the position of visible dust on the sensor, which is then deleted automatically with the included Digital Photo Professional software.
- "Picture Style" Settings
- With Picture Style technology, photographers can utilize one of six preset Picture Style settings (Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome), or adjust color, saturation, sharpness and contrast settings to create one of three additional user programmable settings to suit their particular photographic style.
- Creative Auto Mode
- The Creative Auto mode and the quick control screen help novice users narrow the gap between fully automatic and manual control. While the camera will remain by default in fully automatic mode, frequently changed settings like flash, exposure compensation, image quality and more are all accessible through one easy screen interface designed for intuitive, quick action.
- High-Definition Video Output
- The EOS 50D includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output that enables the display of your photographs on any HDTV with HDMI ports. Resolution is set automatically to match the TV to which you've connected, and images are displayed in a full-frame 3:2 ratio with blacked out bars to the left and right of the image. The High Definition output can be utilized by professional photographers to get immediate client approval or can be used by anyone to present slide shows or photo presentations of your last shoot.
- Sophisticated Flash Photography
- The EOS 50D features the acclaimed E-TTL II flash metering system, and is compatible with any of the Canon EX Speedlite series flash units. The E-TTL II system provides reliable flash output whether shooting fill-in flash pictures in sunlight, or using flash in total darkness. This flash system utilizes the same 35-zone metering sensor used for measuring ambient light, giving even finer metering command of the image area. The Canon Speedlite 430EX II is the ideal step-up accessory with excellent flash power, provides bounce flash, with its tilting and swiveling flash head, and it automatically zooms the flash head to cover lenses ranging from 16mm up to 105mm or longer. Plus, the 430EX II provides a powerful AF-assist beam, which allows the camera to autofocus even in total darkness on subjects as far as 32 ft. from the camera.
- Compatible with All Canon EF & EF-S Lenses
- The EOS 50D is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses, and including Canon's EF-S series lenses, manufactured specifically for Canon's APS-C sized digital sensor. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Aspherical optics and fluorite elements, for example, are featured in the universally acclaimed L Series lenses, and Canon's Image Stabilizer technology in select lenses minimizes the effect of camera shake.
- Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction
- Canon's exclusive Lens Peripheral Illumination setting automatically evens out the brightness across the image by taking into account any light falloff in the corners of the frame and correcting it, for a perfectly exposed image. Correction data are detected automatically on a number of Canon EF lenses and can be entered manually through the included Canon EOS Utility software.
- Additional System Accessories
- In addition to Canon's EF lenses and Speedlite flashes, many other accessories are designed by Canon to work perfectly with the EOS 50D. The Battery Grip BG-E2N adds a vertical shutter release, and is compatible with up to two of Canon's BP-511A Lithium-ion battery packs for increased shooting capacity, or alternatively a set of six AA-size batteries, for greater convenience when traveling. The EOS 50D is also compatible with the Canon WFT-E3A Wireless File Transmitter, which allows photographers to transmit images from their cameras directly to a computer over a Wireless network (802.11 b/g), connect to compatible third-party GPS device, or plug a compatible USB 2.0 hard drive into the transmitter's USB port, and actually shoot directly to a portable hard drive.
- Powerful Bundled Software
- Among the most valuable features of the Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR is its compatibility with Canon's Picture Style Editor (PSE) software. With PSE, shooters can actually design the look of their photographs by inputting their own preferred style, color and tone curves. Picture Style files created with Picture Style Editor can be loaded into the EOS cameras that support Picture Style and may also be used when processing RAW images. The camera also ships with the latest versions of Canon's powerful software applications, including Digital Photo Professional 3.5 and EOS Utility 2.5, which support the camera's Remote Live View and Dust Delete Data functions, as well as incorporating a broad range of additional improvements designed to improve image quality and speed up workflow. Also included are ZoomBrowser EX 6.2 (Windows) and ImageBrowser 6.2 (Macintosh) for easy browsing, viewing, printing and archiving with compatible computer operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows XP, as well as Mac OS X.
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| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens SLR (Single Lens Reflex) Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
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| Image Sensor | APS-C size (22.3 x 14.9mm) 15.5 Megapixel single-plate CMOS sensor with RGB primary color filters & Low-pass Filter, and Self Cleaning Sensor Unit (Auto & Manual) |
| Effective Resolution | 15.1 Megapixel |
| Color Depth |
24-Bit RGB (JPEG) 42-Bit RGB (RAW) |
| Color Modes |
Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined (3) sRGB or Adobe RGB Color Space selectable |
| Image File Formats |
JPEG (Fine, Normal) RAW (.CR2) RAW+JPEG sRAW sRAW+JPEG |
| Recorded Resolution |
Large (4752 x 3168) Medium (3456 x 2304) Small (2352 x 1568) sRAW 1 (3267 x 2178) |
| Video Recording | No |
| Audio Recording | No |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon EF mount (compatible with Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses) |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 1.6x |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Supports Canon IS and equivalent lenses |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type |
TTL-CT-SIR AF using a dedicated CMOS sensor and 9 (Cross-type) AF points (Automatic or Manual selection) and AF-assist using built-in flash AF Working Range: EV -0.5 to +18 (ISO 100 at 73°F/23°C) |
| Focus Modes | Auto, One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto ISO (100-6400) Basic Zone modes (ISO 100-3200) High Tone Priority mode(ISO 200-1600) Extension mode (ISO 12800 with C.Fn.I-3-1) |
| Shutter Type | Vertical-travel, mechanical, Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
30 - 1/8000 seconds Bulb |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Exposure Metering |
35-zone TTL full-aperture metering (Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Center-weighted average) Metering Range: EV 1-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE (Shiftable), Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Depth-of-field AE, Creative Auto, Full auto, Programmed image control modes (portrait, landscape, close-up, sports, night portrait, flash off), Manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash program AE, Exposure Compensation (±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments), AE Lock |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature setting, White balance correction (±9 stops in full-stop increments), White balance bracketing (±3 stops in full-stop increments - Blue/amber or magenta/green bias) |
| Scene Modes | Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Retractable, auto pop-up flash |
| Effective Flash Range | 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet) |
| External Flash Connection | E-TTL Hot Shoe |
| External Flash Control | E-TTL II autoflash compatible with EX-series Speedlites |
| Maximum Flash Synchronization Speed | 1/250 second |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | 0.1 seconds |
| Shutter Lag | 0.059 seconds |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability |
High-speed continuous: 6.3 fps Low-speed continuous: 3.0 fps Up to 60 images in JPEG (Large/Fine); 90 images with UDMA CF Card Up to 16 images in RAW Up to 11 images in RAW+JPEG |
| Self Timer | 10-seconds or 2-seconds |
| Interval Recording | No (Possible with optional TC-80N3 Remote or through tethered operation) |
| Date & Time Stamp | Yes |
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| Built-in Memory | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compatible Memory Cards |
CompactFlash Card (Type I & II, UDMA-compliant) External Media (USB 2.0 mass storage compliant hard drive or via Wireless File Transmitter with optional WFT-E3A) |
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| Battery Type |
BP-511A Lithium-ion Battery Pack (AA Batteries with optional BG-E2N or BG-E2 Battery Grip attached) |
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| Power Adapter | ACK-E2 AC Adapter Kit (optional) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface |
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Extension System Terminal (for connection to WFT-E3A) |
| Direct Print Capable | PictBridge |
| Remote Control | N3-type terminal |
| Video Output |
Composite (NTSC & PAL selectable) HDMI (mini terminal) |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista Mac OS 8.6-9.x, OS X (10.1 or later) |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Eye-level pentaprism (95% coverage, 0.95x magnification) with dioptric adjustment (-3.0 to +1.0m-1) and interchangeable Focusing screen (Ef-A standard focusing screen provided) |
| Viewfinder Info | AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), Exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed, AE lock, exposure level, spot metering circle), Flash information (flash ready, flash exposure compensation, High-speed sync, FE lock, Red-eye reduction light), Image information (Highlight tone priority, monochrome shooting, maximum burst, white balance correction, CF card information) |
| Depth-of-Field Preview | Yes |
| LCD Display | 3.0" TFT Color LCD (920,000 pixels) with Live View Mode and brightness adjust |
| Information Display |
Uses 3" Color LCD (Displays Exposure Settings, Warnings, Maximum burst for continuous shooting, Shots remaining, Power Status, etc.) Live View shooting (Displays Manual focus (Live View image interrupted for AF): Quick mode, Live mode, Live Face Detection mode, Magnified View (*5x or 10x at AF point), Grid Display, Exposure Simulation) |
| Language Options | 25 Languages supported |
| Playback Options | Single image, Single image + Image-recording quality/shooting information, histogram, 4- or 9-image index, magnified view (approx. 1.5x-10x), rotated image (auto/manual), image jump (by 10/100 images, index screen, by shooting date, by folder), slide show (all images/selected by date/folder), Image Protect, Image Erase |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 4.2 x 5.7 x 2.9" (108 x 146 x 74mm) |
| Weight | 25.7 oz (730g) body only |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 351 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Large clear LCD (299)
- Easy to use (272)
- Fast shutter speed (263)
- Image stabilization (226)
- Good image quality (219)
Cons
- Heavy (37)
- Short battery life (19)
- Noisy at high ISO (16)
- Poor in low light (16)
- Loud (10)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (233)
- Travel (203)
- Low light (126)
- Sports/action (118)
- Wildlife (116)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (170), Semi-pro photographer (101), Casual photographer (53), Pro photographer (22)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (53)
Most Liked Positive Review
Impressive upgrade to a great line
I am a product photographer and I really appreciate the thought that Canon has put into the 20D-50D line of cameras. To be able to shoot tethered to a laptop, and now to ...Read complete review
I am a product photographer and I really appreciate the thought that Canon has put into the 20D-50D line of cameras. To be able to shoot tethered to a laptop, and now to see a live view on that laptop's screen, allows me to move my subjects on the set while I see them on my screen. This means that I can avoid jumping back and forth between the set and the viewfinder when posing my subjects, and my clients save the expense of an assistant.
Of course there are many other less esoteric things to recommend this camera as well. The image quality is great, though some reviews say some compromises were made to get the 15MP. Canon's chips are known for their noise-free images and this one is no exception. The controls are well thought out and while the interface will take some getting used to it seems to accommodate all the new features in elegant fashion. And there are many of them, aimed at amateurs and pros alike. One of the big challenges of owning this camera is figuring out which features matter to you and which don't. And at times the settings for all those features can get in the way, though Canon has tried to address that in the interface and controls.
Canon, and let's face it Nikon too, have set the bar so high that I don't even have to mention things like shutter lag and build quality (this body feels solid and sturdy). We take it all for granted, as we should I suppose.
So there have to be some negatives right? Here are mine, but I haven't worked with the camera much yet:
Still no shutter for the viewfinder, alas we continue to suffer the silly little rubber cover. I just use gaffer's tape.
The Digital Photo Professional and EOS utility, though full of most every feature you'd want and much improved from the days of the 20D, still sports a nightmarish interface with some strange behaviors that spawn window after window with no way to manage them all.
I don't know if it's the 28-135mm kit lens or the CMOS sensor but I am seeing a lot of chromatic aberration, or magenta/cyan fringing on the borders between light and dark areas in the images. I'll do some testing with another lens when I have a minute.
But overall this is an amazing camera and I thank Canon for offering all this capability and quality in what is still not considered a true professional camera. All I can say is my clients are happy, and so am I.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Less than expected
I have a 20d and a 40d, and I expected the 50d, with it's per-lens focus adjust, higher resolution lcd, live contrast focus, etc. to be a step up. Problem is, ...Read complete review
I have a 20d and a 40d, and I expected the 50d, with it's per-lens focus adjust, higher resolution lcd, live contrast focus, etc. to be a step up. Problem is, those features come with what I think is worse color noise than the 40d. Yes, with default jpeg noise reduction, the 50d noise at iso 1600 looks much like the 40d at iso 800 -- but the 40d doesn't use noise reduction at iso 800 to achieve that level of noise. So, not only does the 50d loose some of its' sensor resolution increase over the 40d by requiring additional noise reduction, but if your flow uses raw, there is more processing time for the 50d raws just to apply the default noise processing that wasn't necessary with the 40d. Even if I force the 50d to limit iso to 800 [loosing the advantage of auto iso], it doesn't seem quite as good as the 40d at 800.
Bottom line, great features, but seems, despite the description of the new sensor higher light gathering lens structure, it may have been a better product with a lower resolution sensor to keep the sensor noise under control.
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Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I bought this as a upgrade from an XSi. I already knew that I wanted a 50d, having used one before. I love the layout, the weight is perfect, and the digic4 is awesome. I will use this for weddings, portraits, and everyday. The 6.3fps and ISO noise control are the reasons I purchased this in the first place. Being able to use a slower zoom indoors without a flash is a great thing. AF at 2.8 and larger is great, especially with my 50 f1.4. The XSi had some trouble below 2.8, but the 50d is spot on and fast.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
This refurbished Canon 50d and 28-135 lens came packaged as if new. Works great, have not had any problems. [...]
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I am a photography student and would recommend to any student starting out. The learning curve was very short and the lens is a good one to get you started.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I am a hobbiest and upgraded to the 50D from my Canon Rebel XS. I bought this camera as a factory refurbished model and it's in perfect condition. I absolutely could not be happier with my purchase.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
Even though this is not a current model, it still creates superb quality images. Metal construction makes it feel tough and rugged.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I was in the market for my first DSLR with a budget of $900. My other options couold have been the Rebel T1i or T2i, but I did not need video and the image quality from the 50D is just a little bit worse than the T2i in high ISO. This camera felt better built and fit my hands much better than any Rebel. The kit lens is my most used lens out of the 50mm f1.8 and tamron 17-50 non vc. Great camera if you do not want video and want a better built camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I was skeptical at first about what quality camera i was getting because it was in the USED section, but i found that it is in perfect condition and it works like a charm. I would recommend not just the camera, but the site as well, to a friend.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I was skeptical in purchasing a refurbished camera, however, I couldn't let the price difference pass. I love my 50D. Works fantastic, lens works equally as well, couldn't be happier with the purchase. If you have any doubts, just call B&H ask some questions, and I am sure you will make the choice I did.
Battery life lasted much longer than I expected it to last. Already have taken over 500 photos...good stuff.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
Cons
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
This is the first upgrade I've had in years and I love it. It feels very solid compared to my old Rebel. It has a lot of features that I am still getting used to, but I was still able to figure out enough to start shooting right away. The quality of the images is fantastic. My only complaint is that it really does have a hard time focusing in even moderately low light situations, which is really frustrating.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I ordered this as a replacement for my aging 20D. Other than getting used to the new menu structure, I was able to start using the camera on Day one with significan improvements in the quality of my photographs. This came as a refurbished kit with the 28-135 lens and both items appeared as new. Althought the 28-135 lens is adequate, I didn't really need it since I already have a Tamron 18-250 for my walk around lense. I chose the 50D over the 60D since I preferred the build quality, my existing accessories from my 20D are compatible, and I really didn't think I'd use the video capabilities of the 60D.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I was looking for mid-level DSLR and after some research decided to buy Canon 50D. Iam happy to have made the right decision. Definitely the best for the money i paid.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Image Quality
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
In the photograph, which demonstrated that the lens was made in Japan, but to receive the product shows that the lens was made in taiwan, not japan. I decided to buy this kit because they said the lens was made in Japan. Now I compared my photos with photos taken with cheaper cameras and with the last one, the pictures are more clarity, sharpness and vivid colors.
I decided to pay more money for this camera thinking have better results but the results were disappointing.
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
This is my second 50D, I had a 20D and upgraded to the 50D last year. Used the camera last year at the Grand Canyon and took some great photos under a lot of different conductions (Low light, early morning, bright sun, inside, outside, cold, snow, …). Like the way the controls are easy to use and reach while shooting. I purchase this 50D so I would have a second camera with a different lens, so I would not have to change lens in the field. Have used the camera for sports and landscapes shooting and the camera performed very well.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
- Overeager flash
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I love this camera although I have been having problems with the focus in the program modes. I often take pictures of multiple subjects and find that the camera focuses on the wrong subject within the frame. In my first day of usage where I was outdoors the entire day shooting a picnic with a lot of people, a large majority of the pictures I took had one person in focus and everyone else around them blurry. Part of the issue was that I was using a super fast lens or sometimes a 300MM which with the digital multiplication factor ends up being 480MM so depth of field is an issue. I will have to work to create some custom programs to overcome this.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
Have had this camera for about a month. I love it. I have already suggested it to a couple of friends who have asked "what's a good camera to buy". Haven't found anything that I dislike about it.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I use this camera for wedding events along with my Sony DV Video Camera.
Great for getting quick shots simultaneously.
Great close-ups and clear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
I enjoy taking pictures of family and hockey. My first hockey game pictures are amazing! The view with the playback is sharp and clear. You can even read the NHL logo on the puck on a slap shot! Great camera for serious hobby photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
Great camera. I decided that the new 60d was too much of a downgrade from what I was anticipating. I can do without video. The 50d is perfect and takes great photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Studio Photography
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
This camera has great features. Big LCD screen in order to view your image better. It has different metering modes which help a lot. The lens is great for wide and telephoto images. It takes amazing pictures. Easy to get the hang of.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 28-135mm IS Lens:
This camera was an upgrade from my Canon Digital Rebel (2004). It was great and pretty easy learning curve getting used to this camera. I did not want video on my DSLR, and this was a prefect option for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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What's in the Box
- EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens
- Front & Rear Lens Caps
- BP-511A Lithium-Ion Battery (7.4v 1390mAh)
- CG-580 Portable Battery Charger
- IFC-200U USB Interface Cable - 6.9' (1.9 m)
- Video Cable (VC-100)
- Wide Neck Strap
- Eyecup Eb
- EOS Digital Solution Software CD-ROM
- Software Instruction Manual
- "Great Photography is Easy" Booklet
- "Do More with Macro" Booklet
- 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
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