Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM 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.
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.
The included Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens is a lightweight, compact all-purpose "standard" zoom lens that has been designed specifically for digital photography. Ideal for travel, mid-range nature/wildlife and general photography, the lens provides a 5x wide-angle to tele coverage equivalent to a 28-135mm lens in 35mm format and features Canon's optical Image Stabilizer technology, which provides up to 3-stop compensation for image blur caused by camera shake and slow shutter speeds. The ring-type USM (Ultra-Sonic Motor) allows for both fast and silent AF, as well as full-time manual focus when in the AF mode.
- 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 | |
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| 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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Ratings Distribution
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Large clear LCD (31)
- Fast shutter speed (28)
- Image stabilization (26)
- Easy to use (25)
- Good image quality (20)
Cons
- Noisy at high ISO (4)
- Poor in low light (3)
- Short battery life (3)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (21)
- Travel (20)
- Low light (12)
- Wildlife (12)
- Weddings (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (14), Photo enthusiast (11), Casual photographer (6), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
Outstanding camera
I've had this camera for about 6 weeks now and I'm very happy with it. The kit lens has also proven to be a good choice for me.
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I've had this camera for about 6 weeks now and I'm very happy with it. The kit lens has also proven to be a good choice for me.
I've had Canon products for years but this is my first DSLR, so I took the time to read the manual and learned a few things. Once I got the hang of the controls and how they interact with the different menus, I was able to change settings pretty quickly on the fly. It's amazing what you get this camera to do if you take the time to work with it and learn it. My favorite feature is the Quick Control Screen which puts all of the features that I need right on the LCD screen so I can quickly change aperture, shutter, ISO, WB, bracketing, flash exposure comp, drive mode, image quality, metering mode, and focus point, and probably some other things I'm forgetting. The LCD is large and fairly bright which makes it easier to navigate all the controls.
The most remarkable thing I've noticed is the low noise at high ISO, I've had it up to 1600 and gotten exceptional images. AI Servo works flawlessly and I was able to do a 10 shot burst in RAW mode (might have been able to get more shots, I can't remember). I recommend the SanDisk Extreme III cards in order to do this.
When I first got it, I was a little intimidated by the size and weight. But I'm getting used to it and haven't had any problems with tired arms yet. I am considering upgrading my tripod however to handle the extra weight.
Battery life has been good. Of course, this suffers when you are using Live View, so I only use that for manual focusing on macro shots. I haven't used the software yet that came with it, I've just been downloading straight to the computer into PS Camera RAW.
Overall an excellent camera, I haven't found any flaws and it was a great investment.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Bargain for the price.
I spent a few weeks looking into a camera and a lens. Wanted to get something that would fit in my budget for right now, and for something that would be a good purchase....Read complete review
I spent a few weeks looking into a camera and a lens. Wanted to get something that would fit in my budget for right now, and for something that would be a good purchase. Took it out the day i got it and took some photos in low light, and they came out awful. Noisy and blurry. The IS on the lens doesn't help it at all. It's much better with out it. All my photos are noisy even at ISO 100. Unless your close to the subject the focus is a joke. I would recommend the camera body, but not the lens.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I've owned this camera for two weeks and so far I'm pleased. It is lightweight, yet loaded with professional level features. The image quality equals cameras at twice its price and it offers a great deal of versatility with regard to shooting modes and adaptability to different situations.The on camera flash is powerful enough for everyday situations and many professional applications. My only quarrel with it is that its battery isn't adaptable to other Canon digital SLRs such as the Mark series.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Bought this as an upgrade to my beloved 350D, and everything about this camera is awesome. Those that speak about softness are insane. Learn to use it well and this camera is more than perfect for the prosumer, semi-pros. Heck even the pros use this camera.
- 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
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Upgraded from 30D, which is a really good camera.
I love the 50D, especially the sensor cleaning and large LCD. I would totally recommend this camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Average autofocus speed
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I use the body lens combo as a second camera to my 1DS MK11. I am a pro Photographer that shoots 50 events per year and 200 portraits per year.
Good file size, good optics and sharper handheld with IS than my 17-40L at shutter speeds UNDER 1/60th. Above 1/60 the 17-40L is sharper. (I did side by side lens tests to verify) Build quality of lens seems good. I'll know more in a year. I picked 50D even tho 60D was just released as the 60D has the "vari-angle" screen which is just one more moving part that can break. Slicing the same size sensor into 18mp vs 15mp accomplishes nothing in my world. 8mp from the same size sensor produces perfect 20x30 prints. Noise at higher ISOs about the same as previous models (30D - 40D) maybe a little better. Autofocus with the 17-85 lens is ok but the 17-40 is a rocket.
- 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
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Preset modes are very accurate and in one month of experience with this camera it has exceded my expectations.
- 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
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- FAMILY FUN
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Easy to use
Color is perfect
Great camera overall
Great for pros
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- No Video
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I am still learning the camera. It has a good feel and takes beautiful pictures. I wish I would have know the 60d was coming out I might have held off to get it for the video. Other than that It is all I hoped it would be.
- 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
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
This camera makes anyone look like they know what they are doing. And if you are serious about photography you should start here for sure. Excellent purchase.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
- Hobby use of the camera. Mainly vacations and events pictures.
- Most of the features and sensor quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
- Poor Image Quality
- Poor Image Stabilization
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Headshots
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I spent a few weeks looking into a camera and a lens. Wanted to get something that would fit in my budget for right now, and for something that would be a good purchase. Took it out the day i got it and took some photos in low light, and they came out awful. Noisy and blurry. The IS on the lens doesn't help it at all. It's much better with out it. All my photos are noisy even at ISO 100. Unless your close to the subject the focus is a joke. I would recommend the camera body, but not the lens.
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
- Macro Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
very pleased with the way it operates, much easier to get around, understand and navigate than my 30D. Am enjoying changing the photo colors and the creativity I am allowed. would buy this one again in a heartbeat.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Street photography
- Travel
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I use Canon 50D for my experiences with photography. I usually have urban subjects, street photography, you can say. And the 50D is very practical and efficient for this kind of photo.
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
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
This camera is one of the best Mid range Canon Tyos. It is a a perfect upgrade from 40D.
I would for sure recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- 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
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
We also own a 40D. We found the 50D to be a lot sharper than the 40D. I was never happy with the sharpness of the 40D.I shoot in RAW and found there is very little "processing" to do with the 50D - color is right on.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Although the Canon 50D is my first DSLR I have so far found it to be intelligently designed, with most functions intuitive. A learning curve is certainly indicated here.
Besides normal photography, I plan to use this camera for astrophotography, beginning with clock-driven imaging with the camera's own lens. I also plan telescopic photography of the Moon, planets and deep-sky objects.
So far I've very happy with the 50D and haven't uncovered any significant "negatives" except the tendency to drain the battery quickly on 'bulb setting.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Love the camera has great features easy to learn and use!
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/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
This camera (kit) is awesome. It shoots amazing pictures and using AF to start with is easy and quick. I love it!! The lens is very nice and good for everyday use. This camera is FAST!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Weight
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Travel
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I'm wiring this review around 1 month after purchasing my 50D. This is my second DSLR (upgraded from 350D) camera and I love the features when comparing with my previous camera. I'm happy with the camera and the KIT lens (17-85mm IS). I can say this is great for the value.
Actually I was looking for 40D (with my small budget). However, because of non availability I thought of going for 50D.
I really like "High ISO noise reduction" which is very helpful for me as I had to take a couple of shot indoor without flash, which I should not be missed anyhow. Further, 17-85mm IS lens is also helping me a lot when shooting indoor without flash.
"My Menu settings" is also a very good feature, I found it easy to customize and make shortcuts to the functions which I use frequently.
The features I like mostly
1. Long exposure noise reduction
2. High ISO speed noise reduction
3. Highlight tone priority
4. My Menu settings
Still I'm not happy with the weight of the camera. May be I was using a 350D for a couple of years.
This is an excellent camera for me and it's a great investment.
Pros
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
Semi-professional Photography. This camera is easy to use. I upgraded from an XTi and the controls take a bit of getting used to, not as straight forward as the XTi but after a little trial and error, I can change settings with ease.
Pros
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Travel
Comments about Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera with 17-85mm IS USM Lens:
I went from a rebel to the 50d and the improved image quality is just amazing. Don't know how I shot without it for so long! The camera is definitely a bit heavy, but it's worth it.
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