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Canon EOS 50D reviews
You can find here the most interesting reviews / ratings from the well-known expert sites about the Canon EOS 50D Camera. Here are the reviewers:
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- 01 February 2009 - |
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- 21 January 2009 - |
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- 10 December 2008 - |
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- 09 November 2008 - |
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- 03 November 2008 - |
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- 5 |
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- 30 October 2008 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 28 October 2008 - |
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- 0 |
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- 02 October 2008 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 30 September 2008 - |
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- 07 September 2008 - |
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- 4.5 |
DCResource 's conclusion / rating - 01 February 2009 |
“ The Canon EOS-50D is a very competent midrange digital SLR. It offers very good photo quality (with a quality lens attached), rocket-fast performance, plenty of manual controls and customizable features, and a super-sharp 3-inch LCD. There aren't too many negatives to mention, but the major ones are the noticeable drop in battery life compared to the EOS-40D that came before it, occasional highlight clipping and overexposure, and sluggish contrast detect focus in live view mode (par for the course, I'm afraid). While I'm not rushing out to sell my EOS-40D and upgrade, the 50D is a solid D-SLR that I can definitely recommend.
If you've seen the EOS-40D, then you've seen the 50D. The two cameras look almost identical, with just a few cosmetic changes. Things have changed considerably behind the scenes, of course. The 50D sports a 15.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, an enhanced dust reduction system, and a much higher resolution LCD, to name a few things. The camera is very well built, with a solid metal frame. The right hand grip is the perfect size, giving the 50D a secure, comfortable feel in your hands. The camera supports both EF and EF-S lenses, with the usual 1.6X focal length conversion ratio. Unlike cameras from Olympus and Sony, the EOS-50D doesn't have built-in image stabilization, so you'll need to rely on the lens for that. One thing I complained about on the 40D was the low resolution of its LCD, compared to the competition from Nikon and Sony. Canon took care of that on the 50D, offering up a 920,000 pixel, 3-inch display that's amazingly sharp. As with most D-SLRs these days, you can compose photos on the LCD using a "live view" feature, and I found it bright and easy to see indoors and out. The 50D has two ways of attaching an external flash (hot shoe or flash sync cable), though Canon is seriously lagging in the wireless flash department (you need to buy a pricey flash or transmitter to do this). A new addition to the 50D is an HDMI port, allowing you to connect the camera to a high definition television (cable not included)... ”
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Shutterbug 's conclusion / rating - 21 January 2009 |
“ Overall, the 50D is an excellent photographic tool that’s flexible and delivers very good image quality. The ease of changing settings and ability to respond to changing light and focusing conditions is what makes it a great tool for anyone who wants to get involved in their photography. The ability to assign the Function button all sorts of tasks, such as evoking AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing), and the one-touch Live View button all contribute to spontaneous decision making.
The build and heft of the camera does give it a pro feel and the confidence that it will last. The dust reduction system and upgrades are most welcome from Canon. The expanded ISO settings keep breaking new ground and allow low-light shooting like never before. At almost half the price of the 5D Mark II and double the price of the Rebel XTi, this camera sits squarely in the middle of the Canon D-SLR range. For a 14-bit, 15.1-megapixel camera that yields nearly 44MB files (8 bit) out of the box, it is an excellent choice for enthusiasts, stock, travel, and event photographers. It could be considered for sports as well, given the framing rate and, for interior and arena shots, its high ISO capability. It certainly would make an excellent second back-up body for those with pro Canon D-SLRs... ”
Complete review here
Steves Digicams 's conclusion / rating - 10 December 2008 |
“ Upgrading the popular 40D, the 50D provides similar performance and increased image size and quality thanks to the addition of the new DIGIC 4 processor. The combination of speed and performance makes this the perfect camera for the enthusiast or anyone looking to upgrade from an entry-level dSLR. With a MSRP of US$1399 for the body, the size and quality of the images is in my opinion worth the extra money over the 40D. To go along with the body, Canon’s new EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens adds a great deal of versatility without having to change lenses every time you encounter a new shooting situation... ”
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DigitalCameraReview 's conclusion / rating - 09 November 2008 |
“ My personal expectations for the 50D were a mixture of highs and lows; experience has taught me that Canon's updates to their mid-range DSLRs usually tend to be evolutionary, but I honestly expected to see some significant improvements over the old Canon 20D that I used several years ago. As it turns out, I was both pleasantly surprised and a little disappointed by what I experienced with the 50D.
The 50D continues to prove that Canon has one of the fastest (if not the fastest) AF systems, extremely high-resolution CMOS sensors with very impressive high ISO performance, and now offers (for some users, at least) a functional live view system. Where the 50D disappoints is in the areas of default image processing (bland), menu bloat (way too difficult to figure out basic controls), and auto white balance performance that hasn't really improved much (if at all) in several generations of cameras. Of course, it's easy to overlook these frustrations when you consider that amazing lens selection, flash options, and available accessories for Canon DSLRs, making the Canon EOS system one of the most versatile advanced camera systems on the planet.
For advanced amateur photographers, issues like flat default image processing, heavy camera weight, and overly complicated menus may indeed make the 50D a less-than-ideal choice. Professional photographers might find those issues frustrating, but working pros will probably find auto white balance quirks and inconsistent AF with various lenses in terms of critical focus more frustrating. Still, the rugged built quality, overall range of features, and solid performance of the 50D make it a powerful photographic tool. Combine that with Canon's very complete and very versatile system of lenses, accessories, and other camera bodies, and it makes perfect sense to buy into the Canon EOS system with this very solid camera.
As with previous Canon releases, the 50D is a fairly conservative upgrade, but this camera still sits at or near the top in its category... ”
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LetsGoDigital 's conclusion / rating - 03 November 2008 |
“ The introduction of the Canon EOS 50D came as a surprise for many of us. So did the announcement to not consider this model the successor to the 40D. Yet the introduction of the Canon 50D is completely logical. The improved sensor techniques with in addition the increase of image resolution, the increased resolution and improved reproduction of the monitor, the enhancement of the Live View functionality, the DIGIC 4 processor and the HDMI, are the main improvements and innovations. This lifts the Canon 50D into the highest segment as far as the latest technologies in a DSLR are concerned. In short, a fair amount of elements and items have been renewed and improved, and we may speak of an entirely new digital SLR with which Canon repositions its ranking in the DSLR market... ”
LetsGoDigital's rating: |
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- 5 |
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DPReview 's conclusion / rating - 30 October 2008 |
“ It's exactly eight years ago this month that Phil posted his review of the Canon D30. The camera was Canon's first 'developed in house' DSLR and therefore a milestone in digital photography. But it was also the first model in the popular line of cameras of which the EOS 50D is the latest descendant. Technology has moved on at the speed of light since the year 2000 but each generation of x0D cameras left its mark in the marketplace and the photographic community alike and there is no reason to believe to 50D would be any different. Or is there?
Like its predecessors the 50D sports a well built magnesium body that now features improved environmental sealing. Canon has also had more than eight years to optimize the camera's handling and it's done a good job. The ergonomics feel well sorted, all the controls are in the right place and even the formerly rather pointless Direct Print button now serves a purpose: Press it and you'll enter live view mode. Another useful addition is the Quick Control screen. Press the SET button to enter this newly designed menu which gives you access to the most frequently used settings. Even users who are new to the EOS system will find their way around the 50D in no time. The Quick Control screen and the revamped menus also look great on the new bright and clean 3.0 inch VGA screen.
The camera's performance doesn't leave anything to complain about either. Power on is as good as instant, the camera is always ready when you need it and it is quite impressive at what speed the huge 15 megapixel files are being written, processed and transferred through the imaging pipeline. Canon's new DIGIC IV processor certainly pulls its weight... ”
Complete review here
DigitalCameraInfo 's conclusion / rating - 28 October 2008 |
“ The Canon EOS-50D is a solid incremental upgrade from the 40D. It doesn't have any dramatic new features, delivers a gorgeous LCD, 15-megapixel resolution, an improved live view mode, and burst mode at a speedy 6.3 frames per second. However, we were unimpressed by the merely average results in our lab testing, where the 50D consistently scored on par or worse than both its predecessor and the much less expensive Canon XSi. The Nikon D300, at roughly the same price as the 50D, posted superior scores in color, dynamic range, manual noise, automatic noise, and lowlight tests. The 50D is a solid performer, but didn't outshine the alternatives. If you're already a Canon user, possibly moving from entry- to mid-level SLRs, and with a lens or two already in your hands, then it could be a good choice for you. However, if you have a 40D, moving up to the 50D probably isn't justified. And for a newcomer to SLRs, who's looking to pay about $1500 for a camera, the Nikon D300 is probably a better choice, as they are very close in features, and the Nikon performed better in our tests.... ”
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PhotogarphyBLOG 's conclusion / rating - 02 October 2008 |
“ Released just one year after the 40D, the new EOS 50D DSLR is Canon's answer to its main rival, the Nikon D300. The EOS 50D is both a worthy upgrade for current 40D owners and a real challenger to the D300, mainly thanks to the larger 15 megapixel sensor, new Digic 4 processor and expanded ISO range, which thankfully haven't compromised image quality in any way. Despite the 50% increase in resolution, the EOS 50D offers the best image quality of any Canon APS-C DSLR camera to date, with very similar performance to the 40D at comparative ISO speeds, and the added bonus of ISO 6400 and 12800 modes. Admittedly the fastest setting is only really usable as a last resort and doesn't quite match up to the low-light performance of the Nikon D3 and D700, but they are much more expensive cameras than the 50D. We'd happily use this camera on a daily basis up to ISO 3200 with 6400 as a back-up. All other image quality aspects are up to Canon's usual high standards, although we'd swap the 18-55mm kit lens for the more expensive 17-85mm optic in order to get the most out of the 15 megapixel sensor. If you're looking for the highest resolution for your money, the Canon EOS certainly doesn't disappoint.... ”
PhotogarphyBLOG's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
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Roland Lim 's conclusion / rating - 30 September 2008 |
“ However, the tricky question is of course whether it is a worthwhile upgrade over the 40D. The 50D basically shares the same body with the 40D. There is no difference in build quality. The 50D gives you 50% more sensor resolution than the 40D. It has a better LCD display, which can be used to critically check image sharpness and focus. It also has other new useful features like AF microadjustment, and those who have been haunted by back-focus lenses would certainly welcome this feature. The 50D does bring a usable ISO 6400 mode, but I failed to see much improvement in noise level from ISO 1600 to 3200.
If you are a birder or other types of photographer who need the increase resolution, the 50D will be a good upgrade. If you have also been haunted by back-focus lenses, the 50D should also help you out. It is overall a nice camera and I don’t think most poeple would be disappointed with getting the 50D. However, the only caveat is that, do not expect the 50D to show any real imrpovement in high ISO performance comapred to the 40D and the competition.... ”
Complete review here
Camera Labs 's conclusion / rating - 07 September 2008 |
“ The Canon EOS 50D is a worthy update to the already excellent EOS 40D, equipping it not just with the latest features, but also a significant boost in resolution without compromising noise levels. The presence of certain specifications, and the fact it’s arrived six months earlier than Canon’s normal schedule, proves just how seriously the company views Nikon’s D300 as a rival. And it’s testament to Nikon’s engineers that a body one year older than the 50D still stands-up very strongly against Canon’s latest.
As detailed above, there’s pros and cons to each model and the choice between them lies with which feature-set and system best suits your requirements – along with personal handling preferences of course. But there’s no doubt the new EOS 50D is a very powerful and feature-packed semi-pro DSLR which succeeds in its goals.... ”
Camera Labs's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
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