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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

02/27/2008 03:00:07 PM · #1

I have a canon EOS 350D but am thinking of upgrading. Financially I can't go for the 5D or 1D as I would have to change most of my lenses as they are mainly ef-s not ef lenses. Is there much difference between the canon 350D and 40D, would it be worth the upgrade or can anyone advise me on what to do.

hope you can help

Brad

Olympus OM-D E-M1

Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO M.Zuiko

02/27/2008 03:01:29 PM · #2

You won't need a 5D or a 1D series. The 40D is so close it's not funny.
You won't regret the upgrade.

Strikeslip

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS

02/27/2008 03:06:00 PM · #3

Luuuuuv my 40D !

cpanaioti

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

02/27/2008 03:43:46 PM · #4

I upgraded from a 10D to a 40D and there's a world of difference. The difference would be even greater from the 350D.

Retroesque

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro

02/27/2008 03:46:36 PM · #5

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Message edited by author 2008-02-27 15:47:06.

slickchik

OM System OM-1

02/27/2008 03:49:49 PM · #6

I upgraded from the 350D to the 40D and I have NO regrets. There is a HUGE difference. I am so impressed and pleased with my purchase. I am sure you will be as well...

ziggy_faw

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

02/27/2008 04:49:19 PM · #7

Thanks to you all for taking the time to reply. I've been toying with this for some time now and was boggle eyed with it all. You've really made my mind up for me.

I can't wait to get the new one now!!!

many thanks

PhotoDave

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II

02/27/2008 04:53:46 PM · #8

lol maybe we can start a Team-40D if the DPL ever arises again...

-dave

02/27/2008 05:19:52 PM · #9

Originally posted by ziggy_faw:

huge diff between the 350D and 40D. its like a whole new world.

figaro

Canon EOS-7D

02/27/2008 05:42:07 PM · #10

I'd be interested to hear from those who've made the upgrade how the difference is so great. What changes have you noticed? Is it just limited to build quality, extended ISO and live view?

02/27/2008 05:55:02 PM · #11

Originally posted by figaro:

I'd be interested to hear from those who've made the upgrade how the difference is so great. What changes have you noticed? Is it just limited to build quality, extended ISO and live view?

i don't really care too much for live view, since you can't use AF with it, and if you're going to manual focus, then its better to look through the viewfinder anyway.
the main things that i love about the 40d that sets it worlds apart are:
1) fps
2) build quality and feel in hand
3) low light / high iso noise (or lack thereof)
4) large gorgeous screen
5) sensor cleaning (bye bye dust)
6) longer battery life (i have yet to need a recharge after 1000+ shots)
7) huge frame buffer, good for shooting RAW
8) you don't lose images if you open the CF slot and its still writing
9) the interface! dual scroll wheels kick ass.
10) the second mini-LCD screen on top of the camera
11) 10.1 vs 8 mp (for me atleast, coming from 350d)

ETA: oops, 10.1 not 12.1

Message edited by author 2008-02-27 17:58:46.

Tez

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

02/27/2008 05:58:32 PM · #12

isn't the 40d 10.1 megapixels? Not 12.1...

Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro

02/27/2008 05:59:01 PM · #13

Originally posted by Tez:

isn't the 40d 10.1 megapixels? Not 12.1...

yeh just saw that and edited it... typo sorry.

slickchik

OM System OM-1

02/27/2008 06:00:05 PM · #14

Faster, more accurate focusing too

figaro

Canon EOS-7D

02/27/2008 06:33:49 PM · #15

Originally posted by k4ffy:

Originally posted by figaro:
I'd be interested to hear from those who've made the upgrade how the difference is so great. What changes have you noticed? Is it just limited to build quality, extended ISO and live view?

i don't really care too much for live view, since you can't use AF with it, and if you're going to manual focus, then its better to look through the viewfinder anyway.
the main things that i love about the 40d that sets it worlds apart are:
1) fps
2) build quality and feel in hand
3) low light / high iso noise (or lack thereof)
4) large gorgeous screen
5) sensor cleaning (bye bye dust)
6) longer battery life (i have yet to need a recharge after 1000+ shots)
7) huge frame buffer, good for shooting RAW
8) you don't lose images if you open the CF slot and its still writing
9) the interface! dual scroll wheels kick ass.
10) the second mini-LCD screen on top of the camera
11) 10.1 vs 8 mp (for me atleast, coming from 350d)

ETA: oops, 10.1 not 12.1

Thanks for that, useful stuff. Pity I can't afford it! :)

Zippy

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

02/27/2008 06:39:15 PM · #16

6.5 fps!

cpanaioti

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

02/27/2008 07:35:24 PM · #17

You can use AF with live view. You do it with the AF-ON button.

02/27/2008 07:50:59 PM · #18

Originally posted by cpanaioti:

You can use AF with live view. You do it with the AF-ON button.

ah good to know. i feel stupid :)

cpanaioti