Canon EOS 30D
Manufacturer
Canon
Model
EOS 30D
Price
£1,099 (body only)
Web
Phone
0870 241 2161
Megapixels (effective)
8.2
Max resolution
3504 x 2336
Lens data
f/3.5-5.6 (18-55mm) (with lens kit only)
Zoom
Depends on lens
Focus / macro
Depends on lens
Shutter speed
30-1/8000sec
ISO sensitivity
100-1600 (3200 in Custom Function)
Exposure modes
A,P,SP,AP,M,A-DEP,p,l,close-up,s,n,no flash
Metering options
Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Centre weighted
Flash modes
A,RE,Fon,Foff
Connectivity
USB 2.0, video
Weight
700g (excl. battery)
Dimensions
144 x 105.5 x 73.5mm
Batteries
Li-ion
Storage
CF I/II, MD
LCD
2.5"
Features
9/10
 
Canon has added numerous feature enhancements
Build quality
9/10
 
The 30D is an extremely solid camera, utilizing a comfortable rubberised handgrip and attractive matt finish
Handling
9/10
 
Generally handles well, although shooting in portrait orientation is uncomfortable freehand
Quality of results
9/10
 
Colour reproduction is accurate and shots are sharp
Value for money
9/10
 
This camera is a lot more expensive than its budget DSLR rivals, but we think youíll get what you pay for
EOS-30D is an excellent digital SLR for semi-pro or amateur photographers who want to make a real step up to high-level performance and image quality. Build quality, feature set and results are all top notch but retain a reasonable level of user-friendliness, with only some occasionally sluggish responses spoiling the view
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