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Canon 40d or 50d?

  • 29-04-2009 1:03pm
    #1
    Gr1f
    Registered Users Posts: 324 ✭✭


    Hey all, i'm upgrading my Canon 400d to either a 40d or 50d and after some reading it seems the 50d isn't THAT much better than the 40d.

    I can get a 50d Kit with 17/85 4.0-6.5 IS USM for €1109.95 from simplyelectronics.net which seems like a great deal especially with free shipping.....

    On the other hand, i could save about 200 with the same 40Kit.

    Anyone know if the 50 is worth it?

    Read through the dpreview.com review already....

    I'd happily take a used 40d with low actuations but they are sparse on the ground these days.

    Cheers!


Comments

  • #2
    AnimalRights
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭AnimalRights


    50D.

    If you use search there was a very good thread on this same question, I went head to head with someone and won. :p


  • #3
    Duchovny
    Closed Accounts Posts: 214 ✭✭Duchovny


    40D, really check for the other post the question is the same and i guess in the end you still won't know you should buy (40D!!!)


  • #4
    anoble66
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,096 ✭✭✭anoble66


    Gr1f - I have sent you a PM - please read this before ordering anything from the company you were referring too.


  • #5
    Calina
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,219 ✭✭✭Calina


    Difference is marginal. I had teh decision to make in January and went 40D. There were two key factors for me: slightly higher fps on the 40D and better battery life for that camera over the newer 50D. YOu may prefer the higher resolution.


  • #6
    wersal gummage
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,666 ✭✭✭wersal gummage


    i went from 350d to 50d. the main thing for me was the good screen on the 50d for reviewing images.


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  • #7
    Cabaal
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, Regional South East Moderators Posts: 28,517 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cabaal


    I'd suggest buying from warehouseexpress.com


  • #8
    anoble66
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,096 ✭✭✭anoble66


    another +1 for warehouseexpress, fast delivery....good customer service and good prices. Personally I opted for the 50d over the 40d just for the faster fps and focusing.


  • #9
    Valentia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,764 ✭✭✭Valentia


    Calina wrote: »
    slightly higher fps on the 40D


    And from anoble66:
    Personally I opted for the 50d over the 40d just for the faster fps

    That's what makes this place the first port of call for definitive facts :pac::D


  • #10
    Calina
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,219 ✭✭✭Calina


    40D 6.5 fps
    50D 6.3 fps

    I think I win...don't I?


  • #11
    Gambler
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,825 ✭✭✭Gambler


    Valentia wrote: »
    That's what makes this place the first port of call for definitive facts :pac::D
    If it's facts you want! :)

    50D:
    Fast 6fps continuous shooting up to 90 JPEG shots in a single burst
    40D:
    6.5 frames per second (fps) with continuous shooting up to 75 shots in a single burst

    [Edit]I took my specs from warehouse express but Calinas are what's on the official Canon site :)[/Edit]


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  • #12
    anoble66
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,096 ✭✭✭anoble66


    I am going with Gamblers stats :o:)

    Anyway, whatever you choose I am sure you will be delighted.....did I dig myself out of that hole yet...:rolleyes:


  • #13
    Ricky91t
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,281 ✭✭✭Ricky91t


    AnimalRights wrote: »
    50D.

    If you use search there was a very good thread on this same question, I went head to head with someone and won. :p

    Link to this?
    I'd like to see why the 50D won,As the 40D is better and cheaper...50D has video,that is all

    @OP

    I'd go for the 40D cheaper and is basically the same thing if not better due to the extra .3 fps :)


  • #14
    Mycroft H
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,313 ✭✭✭Mycroft H


    The 40d has a pentaprism, the 50d a pentamirror. Why downgrade?


  • #15
    Trojan911
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,194 ✭✭✭Trojan911


    I went from a 400D to a 50D. It was a toss up between the 40D & the 50D, both great cameras. No regrets so far.
    Some good tips given here.


  • #16
    Gambler
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,825 ✭✭✭Gambler


    landyman wrote: »
    The 40d has a pentaprism, the 50d a pentamirror. Why downgrade?
    Is there that much of a difference between the prism and the mirror? (Also considering getting a 40D atm :) )


  • #17
    wersal gummage
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,666 ✭✭✭wersal gummage


    Ricky91t wrote: »
    Link to this?
    I'd like to see why the 50D won,As the 40D is better and cheaper...50D has video,that is all

    @OP

    I'd go for the 40D cheaper and is basically the same thing if not better due to the extra .3 fps :)

    the 50d doesn't have video.


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