Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens
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Discontinued
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.
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 faces 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 are 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; it 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 |
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by PowerReviews(based on 78 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Large clear LCD (67)
- Easy to use (60)
- Simple controls (59)
- Great picture quality (57)
- Strong construction (57)
Cons
- Heavy (23)
- LCD fragile/scratches (6)
- Loud (3)
- Poor in low light (3)
- Slow focus (3)
Best Uses
- Portraits (55)
- Travel (53)
- Fun (50)
- Landscape/scenery (43)
- Sports (38)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (43), Semi-pro photographer (22), Casual photographer (7), Pro photographer (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Better Perfromance than I expected
I compared Nikon and Canon models for several months before buying the 50D. I am pleased with my decision. If thought that I would realize only marginal high ISO performance compared with the Canon ...Read complete review
I compared Nikon and Canon models for several months before buying the 50D. I am pleased with my decision. If thought that I would realize only marginal high ISO performance compared with the Canon 5D MKII and Nikon D700, but have not seen any situation where the 50D's perormance at ISO 800 does not meet my needs. With the lenses that I own, I am generally able to work in the ISO 100 to ISO 400 range. For me the high resolution of the 50D is a plus because I end up with at least some minor cropping on about two out five saved photos. The lower priced Nikon D90 was also a strong consideration, but the superior build-quality of the 50D, along with the included software for processing raw files justified the higher price. The user interface of the 50D fits my shooting style. By the way, the focusing system, while not as sophisticated as that of the D700, works extremely good in the field. It locks on fast and accurately, which is all I could expect from a camera.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Dissapointed with reliability
I use this camera mostly for portrait and bird photography. It handles OK, burst is great for taking picture of birds flying. Would have preferred SD card instead of CF. Very disspointed with ...Read complete review
I use this camera mostly for portrait and bird photography. It handles OK, burst is great for taking picture of birds flying. Would have preferred SD card instead of CF. Very disspointed with its reliability. Own it for just over 4-months, about 5,800 shots taken and is on route to service. Out of the blue it gave a err-50 code which left the camera doing a strange noise and useless. Had I been at a weding it would have been a nightmare.
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Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I photograph as a hobby and absolutely love this camera. I bought it after having a less expensive SLR and am so happy with my purchase. It encourages me to learn something new every day and I love the great pictures that I have gotten so far.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I bought this camera after having another smaller, less expensive SLR and am so happy I made the decision to get the 50D. It has everything I could possibly need and I love it.
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
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I really enjoyed the digital SLR camera Canon EOS 50D has 15.1-megapixel CMOS APS-C and the sensor was improved by the use of the newly created gapless micro lenses that work on each pixel to reduce noise also allowed it to expand sensitivity up to ISO 12800. The digital SLR camera Canon 50D has processing speed faster, it has DIGIC 4 image processor that enables capture up to 6.3 frames per second (fps) in continuous mode (burst mode up to 90 Large / Fine JPEG or 16 RAW images in a UDMA CF card). I recommend an excellent option for photographers who enjoy capturing the perfect moment in the most clear.The Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens is a wide-range zoom, light and compact, designed specifically for the line of digital SLR cameras that use the EOS lens mount EF-S lower. Combining powerful performance with high image quality, this lens offers the equivalent of 29-320mm in 35mm format. It is ideal for use as a zoom lens for general purpose, providing coverage of a wide perspective for telephoto. The Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS features Image Stabilizer technology to compensate for 4 points of the Canon. This allows use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no perceptible increase in image blur. The automatic panning detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
This is the best zoom lens I've ever owned. The images are crisp and beautiful. I wish I could get a 1.2 out of it at 18mm but that's too much to ask.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Sports
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I moved up from a basic digital to 50D and the transition to get started was simple. My use for the camera ranges from family photos to landscapes, sporting events and some photo sales. I put everything on auto and started getting great shots immediately! This is a camera I can definitely grow into. The 18 - 200 lens is amazing as well.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- I'm still looking
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
After over 10 years of waiting, I finally graduated to digital. I bought the EOS 50D because I was used to the Canon EOS 620 I bought in 1988 and have been using until now. Glad I finally graduated. Wow, I bought a professional photo studio in a camera case. If this camera cannot do it, it cannot be done. Being a fledgling user of this camera, I let it do the work.
I have done a few weddings and love personal photography. Yes there is lens drift, but I use a piece of black electrical tape. The 18 to 200mm lens allows me to not have to change lenses and worry about dust on the sensor. I started using the camera at a military reunion this past October. I didn't have to worry about film. I took over 510 pictures at the reunion. Then another 400+ in the next two days while on vacation. Did a lot of indoor shots without flash. (I need to get a more powerful flash.) Color balance without flash was excellent.
Outdoor shots taken quickly (photo ops are gone in a flash, no pun intended) are fabulous.
If you buy the Hoya Filter kit and the timer, I recommend getting the Lowepro Rezo 170 AW bag. Then everything fits into the bag...batteries, CF cards, filters, cables etc.
You will never go wrong adding the EOS 50D to your photography arsenal. I will summarize by saying WOW. Supercalifragilisticexpealidocious.
- Similar:
- Canon EOS 620 w/28-70mm and 100-300mm lenses
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
Cons
- On the heavy side
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I love the camera, no problems with it.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I am an avid photog, with 40 yrs of photo time in. Love this camera lens combo as it is everything I could ask for. 15MP, all in one lens, more features than I can ever possibly use, and packaged as a kit..saving me some cash.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
Absolutely the best camera I have ever used. I shoot a lot of sports and landscape, not to mention the kids. This camera has it all. I would highly recommend it along with the 580EX ll flash. You can't go wrong! B & H is the place to go for this one also.[...]
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
As an experienced amateur photographer, I am really impressed with the 50D. I used it right out of the box for a weekend of shooting and took exceptional shots on the Auto function. Now that I am getting into the instruction booklet, I am experiencing a variety of creative options. Frankly, I don't know that I'll ever fully tap this camera's potential, but I know it's there if I need it.
The camera is a little heavy, but it has real substance. All cameras in this quality range have this weight.
Pros
- Great Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
it is very good camera i like it very much........it helps my work more more .........
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I am a photo enthusiast with two boys who participate in sports. I also sell apparel and needed something to photo the models.
This Camera is incredible, and I havent even begun to use all of its features.
This camera has been a great investment!!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fun
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I came with high expectation for the 50D. It came highly recommended by a friend. And I am not disappointed. The 50D gives superb portraits, even without flash, and wonderful pictures of nature. Controls are pretty easy to use.
My down side will be that the 50D is a little bit heavy at first but you quickly get use to it.
One other thing I like about the 50D is that I do not have to worry about the battery. It lasts enough time to let me take the pictures and it recharges quickly.
With a good grip, long lasting battery, and more important, great pictures, the 50D is the must of the semi-pro camera you should have.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Exposed LCD
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Portraits
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
the canon 50D nice camera.I recommend this camera for fan and nice photo
- Recommended:
- Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV(0) Haze Glass Filter
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I mostly use my camera for taking portrait and fashion pictures. It works out perfect for those two things.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I put the camera on "auto" and look into the viewfinder. It tells me the shutter speed, the aperture, and the ISO setting. Then I go to the "manual" mode and recreate those settings. I'm starting to get the hang of what settings are best for different situations. This camera gives me loads of useful information. (plus, it takes very good pictures.)
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Poor In Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
I use this camera most of the time for travel. The kit lens has a wide range and performs reasonably well in the mid range but is somewhat weak on both wide and tele ends.
Pros
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fun
- Sports
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
Had purchased the 40D for my son for school a year ago, purchased this one for myself after using his, he is QUITE jealous now. The pixel difference makes enlarging the pictures much better than the 40D. I'm sure he'll be borrowing this for his photography competitions.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
Upgraded from EOS 20D w 18-100mm lens from 5 years ago. The new 18-200mm lens is fantastic, the screen size and flexibility of the camera are amazing. This is a great product.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit with Canon 18-200mm EF-S IS Lens:
This is my second DSLR camera, I recently upgraded from a Canon Rebel. I LOVE this camera! The pictures are clear and crisp, equipment feels solid and sturdy, and once learned the functions are easy to use. No regrets with this purchase.
The 18-200mm lens is great for wider angle photos in comparision to the other kit that was available. I did alot of research before purchasing and could not be happier...highly recommend.
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Filters
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Battery Grips
Get a better grip for vertical shots and add battery life.
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Remote Control
Take pictures remotely and minimize vibration.
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Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
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Care & Cleaning
Ensure trouble-free performance through proper camera maintenance.
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What's in the Box
- EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Autofocus Lens for Select Digital SLR Cameras
- Front & Rear Lens Caps
- BP-511A Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack
- CG-580 Battery Charger
- USB Interface Cable (IFC-200U)
- 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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