Canon EOS 40D
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- 10th of 84 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 9th of 79 in Canon
- 7th of 49 in SLR/Professional
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Answered Questions for the Canon EOS 40D
- Q: What is the long exposure time the bulb time max
- A: Well that's the beauty of BULB. It stays open as long as you depress the... read more
- Q: how do you take off the battery door?
- A: I know it looks scary, the plastic thing doesn't want to come off easily so... read more
- Q: Will Canon's 2x extender work with all L lenses and will you get auto focus when using the 2x extender with L lenses?
- A: Unfortunately the 2X TeleConverter does not work with ALL L lenses, but it does work... read more
- Q: Canon 40D vs Nikon D80
- A: radswim,I'm glad I could help! You're right about the lens comparison (I'm already sounding like... read more
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- Q: How do you disable the flash cant find it on the menu
- A: I suspect you are using the camera in full Auto mode, is this true? (Mode... read more
- Q: I have a Canon A1. Will the lenses that fit that also fit the EOS 40 D?
- A: Yes I agree, any of the older Canon lensees will function fine with this camera... read more
- Q: Best Digital SLR for closeup gemstone jewelry and model in formal gown?
- A: Just about any DSLR will work for you, MR. The key is getting a good... read more
- Q: Taking pix of butterflies,frogs,etc. very close up. Would this camera work for that?
- A: hello Betty,this camera is an expensive camera that will produce excellent pictures.but you do not... read more
- Q: Is this camera (Canon EOS 40D SLR) good for close up on art work-1 1/2 inch in size. The s tone carvings are very detailed
- A: The camera would be great for it, but the main issue is going to be... read more
- Q: What are the best 40D settings for night baseball photography? I'm using the 70-200mm f/2.8 IS USM L lens.
- A: There's a good column online about this here. You have a great lens for it. read more
- Q: Could someone compare EOS 40D and EOS XSI?
- A: I have both cameras. The 40D is my main camera and the XSi is my... read more
- Q: which lens
- A: Karina,Canon makes a 70-300mm f4-5.6 IS USM lens that has received good reviews. I have... read more
- Q: Canon EOS 40D vs. Canon EOS 30D vs. Nikon D80 vs. Canon EOS Digit Rebel XTi vs nikon D40x
- A: Well Matt, a lot of it depends on how much you currently know about photography... read more
- Q: Canon 40D Training DVD - Any recommendations?
- A: If I understand correctly you are looking for a DVD which trains you on how... read more
- Q: spots when I look threw the view finder
- A: Cathy, I understand what you are saying...I have perfect vision and I have focused on... read more
- Q: i cannot shut off the red eye reductin feature in the pop-up flash. How do I shut it off?
- A: I have the 40D and it is a standard feature when set in the Point... read more
- Q: I have old film Canons, an F-1 and a T-90, will my lenses that fit those work with the 40D?
- A: Sorry to report the bad news, these old cameras used the FD mount manual focus... read more
- Q: what is the different between canon rebel xti 400d and CAnon eos 40D
- A: Elisabeth,The Canon 40D is a more advanced camera. It has a faster processor, a broader... read more
- Q: I want to buy a canon eos 40d. i want to know what are the two most reasonably priced lens for close ups and far away shots.
- A: I agree with Michael about the EF 70-300 IS USM is the best value for... read more
Open Questions for the Canon EOS 40D
- Q: Would this be a good camera with older EL lenses w/o stabilization?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: problem with my 300d is that i cant use any external flash guns
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: i'm confused among canon eos 40d,450d & Nikon d80,please help me
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: cannot click pics, shows busy
- 15 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: The canon 40D in the highlights, does the price include a lens?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: What lens would you advise to buy to take both portrait and landscape.? Thanks
- 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: which camera will work with MC Tele Rokkor lens?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Problem with my canon 40d
- 6 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: How many frames per second and can I use EF lenses with it?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: What lens would you recommend for this camera?
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Canon XTI and 40d DIFFERENCES
- 20 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: Will a Vivitar 285 35mm flash work with the EOS 40D
- 5 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: What is the best lense to go with a Canon EOS digital camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: What type of lense do I use when shooting on potrait mode?
- 2 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Do you think this camera would work for someone just starting?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Can I use lenses from EOS500 with this camera?
- 9 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I'm considering buying canon eos 40d with 28-200 mm or nikon d40x with 18 -200.
- 6 points for best answer - 7 replies
- Q: I have a simgma lens 10-20mm 1:4-5.6 DC HSM and i want to buy a Canon EOS 40D will that lense mount the camera?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Lenses for Canon 40D to shoot wildlife and landscapes.
- 10 points for best answer - 8 replies
- Q: until now I have been a basic camera user - using canon IXUS 65...but i want to get more out of my photography...is the EOS 40D too advanced...??
- 17 points for best answer - 3 replies
