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Canon EOS 50D
10.0 megapixels, first seen: 12 June 2008
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User Score (746)9.2
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Expert Score (42)8.5
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Design (16)9.2
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Value for money (25)8.4
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Features (20)9.5
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Ease of use (23)9.3
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Performance (7)9.2
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Picture quality (23)9.1
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- af microadjustment, quick mode af, live mode af, lens peripheral illumination correction, great high mp
- af accuracy not consistent, color worse than 30d, confusing live view, no higher fps, loud shutter speed
A 15.1 megapixel Canon-developed CMOS sensor and DiG!C 4 Image Processor combine to deliver superb image quality with low noise and natural colour reproduction. Key new features include Creative Auto mode and Quick Control screen for improved operation, and Auto Lighting Optimiser for automatic image correction. With the ability to capture up to 6.3 fps in incredible 14-bit colour, the EOS 50D is the clear choice for the Digital SLR photography enthusiast.
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Manufacturer's Specs
Imaging
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Imaging Sensor/Effective PixelsCMOS / 15.1 megapixels
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Effective Sensor Size22.3 x 14.9 mm
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A/D Resolution Power14-bit
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Colour Filter SizeRGB Primary Colours
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35mm Focal Length Equivalent1.6x
Image Recording
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MediumCF Type I, II
Image Size
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Large / Fine4,752 x 3,168 / Approx. 5.0MB
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Large / Normal4,752 x 3,168 / Approx. 2.5MB
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Middle / Fine3,456 x 2,304 / Approx. 3.0MB
Release Date
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First seen12 June 2008
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Reviews of Canon EOS 50D
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Canon EOS 50D
Reviewer: Camerasdirect16 November 2008August 26, 2008: Canon has unveiled the EOS50D, a new model that sits above the successful EOS 40D in the company's DSLR line-up. Read more
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Review: Canon 50D DSLR
Reviewer: Brisbane Times21 January 2009CANON 50D DSLR and 18-200mm lens Price: $2800 "premium kit" Fine camera, good lens LOW-DOWN: This is a 15-megapixel single-lens reflex, supplied with an 18-200mm lens with effective optical stabilisation. This is the evolutionary replacement for the 40D, with more pixels and a high resolution 75mm LCD to bring it into line with Nikon and Sony competitors. The 15mp sensor is matched to the new Digic4 image processor that Canon claims eliminates any noise problems... Read more
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Review: Canon 50D DSLR
Reviewer: review.smh.au22 January 2009CANON 50D DSLR and 18-200mm lens Price: $2800 "premium kit" Fine camera, good lens LOW-DOWN: This is a 15-megapixel single-lens reflex, supplied with an 18-200mm lens with effective optical stabilisation. This is the evolutionary replacement for the 40D, with more pixels and a high resolution 75mm LCD to bring it into line with Nikon and Sony competitors. The 15mp sensor is matched to the new Digic4 image processor that Canon claims eliminates any noise problems... Read more
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Canon EOS 50D
Reviewer: PhotoReview23 August 2009- Overall 9
Canon's new 15.1-megapixel EOS 50D is a 'big brother' model to the popular EOS 40D (which remains in the company's line-up) and a 'little brother' to the coming EOS 5D Mark II. Offering higher resolution than the 40D, it has a new DIGIC 4 image processor, which supports 14-bit image processing, improved noise reduction and 30% faster processing times. It also delivers continuous shooting speeds of up to 6.3 frames/second with a UDMA CompactFlash card.  ... [more] Read more
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Canon EOS 50D
Reviewer: CNET10 October 2008- Overall 8
The 50D is remarkably similar to the 40D in terms of performance, looks and features — but if you can spare the extra cash, it's a much nicer package. Read more
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Reviewer: Keith Summers, MyShopping.com.au6 January 2009
- Overall 7
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