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Canon EOS 40D vs Canon EOS 50D
Canon EOS 40D
Camera summary
The Canon EOS 40D, made by Canon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Oct. 24, 2007. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 3200. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.7 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.6 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon EOS 30D, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon EOS 30D
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon EOS 50D, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon EOS 50D
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Canon EOS 50D
Camera summary
The Canon EOS 50D, made by Canon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Oct. 30, 2008. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 12800. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.0 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon EOS 40D, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon EOS 40D
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon EOS 60D, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon EOS 60D
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 15 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 800 shots per charge with the included BP-511A battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | No |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| HDMI | No |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.1 | 21.8 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.3 | 11.4 |
| DXO low light ISO | 703.0 | 696.0 |
| DXO overall score | 64.0 | 63.0 |
Exposure mode |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Oct. 24, 2007 | Oct. 30, 2008 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Canon | Canon |
| msrp | $104.95 | $169.00 |
| model | Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Predecessor model | Canon EOS 30D | Canon EOS 40D |
| Successor model | Canon EOS 50D | Canon EOS 60D |
Lense |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6x | 1.6× |
| Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 333 | 333 |
Other features |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
| Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 6.5 fps | 6.3 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | No |
Yes |
Physical |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Battery life | 800 shots | 800 shots |
| Battery model | - | BP-511A |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm | 146 x 108 x 74mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 822 grs | 822 grs |
Screen |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 230 | 920 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Max image resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 4752 x 3168 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8 mm | 22.3 x 14.9 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 10 | 15 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | - | - |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | - | - |
| Video resolutions | - | - |
Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 40D | Canon EOS 50D |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |