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Canon EOS 400D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Kit) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Canon
Category: CE
Buy Used: £399.99
New (8) Used (1) from £399.99
Rating:  59 reviews
Sales Rank: 6082
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 6.7 x 5.4
MPN: 1237B009AA
Model: 1237B009AA
EAN: 5051749496345
ASIN: B000IKVOE8
Release Date: September 10, 2006
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Canon announces its next generation D-SLR: the EOS 400D. Featuring a 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, new EOS Integrated Cleaning System, larger and brighter 2.5" LCD and 9-point AF, the model is predicted to take the lead as the world?s most popular camera. It is positioned above the EOS 350D, currently the fastest selling SLR camera of all time. Features: Megapixel10.1 Optical ZoomNA Digital ZoomNA Memory CardCompact Flash LCD Size2.5" Other features: - Canon?s EOS Integrated Cleaning System - High-precision 9 point AF system - Picture Style image processing parameters - DIGIC II image processor with 0.2 sec start up - Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software - Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites As well as the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, the EOS 400D incorporates a number of developments over the EOS 350D. Resolution increases from 8.0 to 10.1 Megapixels, using the superior hi-sensitivity, hi-speed, low-noise CMOS technology now found in all six EOS Digital models. At nearly twice the size of the EOS 350D display, the 2.5? hi-resolution LCD is the brightest in the EOS range and now displays all of key shooting and user interface information along with image playback. The AF system expands from 7 to 9-point, with a highly sensitive f/2.8 center point for exceptional performance in low light. Even with the image resolution increase, maximum frame burst almost doubles from 14 to 27 large JPEGs and from 5 to 10 RAW. The EOS 400D is the first camera to incorporate the EOS Integrated Cleaning System. Based on significant research into the causes of dust in D-SLR cameras, the system combats dust in three important ways: Reduce, Repel and Remove. Internal camera mechanisms are designed to minimise dust generation. The body cap is redesigned to prevent dust generation through wear on the cap itself. Anti-static technologies are applied to the low-pass filter covering the front of the s
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 Affordable 10 Mega Pixel SLR Nirvana November 18, 2006
brainleek007 (Manchester, UK)
225 out of 226 found this review helpful
I've had this camera for a few weeks now and am blown away by it. I've upgraded from a Sony DSC-V1 which was a pretty handy 5mp compact but the Canon is in another league entirely as you'd expect from a 10mp SLR.
I'll give a brief rundown of some of the key features:
1. Built in sensor cleaning
2. EOS system compatibility
3. 2.5 inch LCD
4. 0.2 second start up time
5. 27 frame buffer at 3fps
6. 9 point auto focus
7. Various auto picture modes and full auto
In the box you get the body, an 18-55mm lens (more on the lens later), a full suite of software for downloading and editing pictures on your computer, battery + charger, camera strap and usb cable - a pretty comprehensive starter pack. Note there is no CF card but if you buy before the end of December 2006 you can apply for a free 256mb CF card direct from Canon.
I find the 400D a compact but comfortable camera to use. I think some with bigger hands have had trouble with it being a bit small but for me its fine.
After switching on the camera it's ready to use in around 0.2 seconds - that's a massive plus for me after moving from a camera that took a good few seconds to wake up. If you're moving up from a compact digital you'll love this feature!
On peeking through the viewfinder you'll see the nine-point AF system which gives good coverage around the centre of the frame. Various weighting methods are available and you can even select any one of the AF points to focus from so if the subject is off centre it's not a problem to focus on. Pressing the shutter release halfway will bring in the AF and exposure system. A bleep will notify the user that the system has locked on and achieved focus. Press all the way and the shot is taken. Simplicity itself. Once you get going the Canon can take shots pretty much as fast as you can press the shutter release.
Now onto the lens and really the only thing I can criticise. The provided 18-55mm lens is disappointing. It's basically just not that sharp for discerning photographers and it certainly does not let the 400D show its true potential. I would strongly recommend buying the 50mm 1.8 Canon lens for around 70. It is plasticky and built cheaply but please don't let this put you off - believe me this lens is S-H-A-R-P!!! I bought this lens after messing around with the 18-55 for a while and there's no comparison - the 50mm is a much faster lens and produces great pictures.
By all accounts the self cleaning system is a revelation and whilst I've never had a digital SLR before and therefore never suffered from dust problems on the sensor Canon has taken a positive step by making the sensor cover literally shake off dust particles on each power-up and power down operation!
The LCD is large and easily viewable and the camera is also very responsive to button presses and selections when reviewing shots for example. The button layout will take a bit of memorizing but that's purely down to the variety of adjustable options available!
I should mention battery life which I feel is very good. Unless you are taking shots left right and centre I can't imagine you having a problem on a day's photography - the manual states something around 360 shots with 50% flash use and I think this is reasonably accurate.
I could sing the 400D's praises all day but to summarise I'd say if you're new to digital SLR's or a seasoned pro this is a very solid camera with all the features you'll need. It will inspire your confidence too with its ease of use and excellent picture quality and hopefully spur you on to new creative exploits! Buy it - you won't be disappointed!
A stunning piece of equipment February 22, 2007
Mr. Graham Cummings (Yorkshire, UK)
139 out of 140 found this review helpful
I remember, back in the day, buying a 2mp Minolta camera, and just how disappointed I was trying to get it to take a decent photo. So, since then I've not been that enthusiastic about digital cameras/SLRs. Until I bought the 400D. What an amazing camera! It's everything I always wanted in a camera (although I'm relative newcomer to photography).
It does everything I could possibly expect from a camera and there may be a reason why you would want to buy a more expensive than this one, but I honestly cannot see why you would want to!
It's so quick at everything. Which is what you need when you really urgently need to take a photo. It takes less than a second to boot-up, the focusing speed is usually phenomenally fast, and it can continuously shoot 3fps for about twenty seconds. The menu system is great, and all controls are sensibly laid out. The camera feels rock-solid. It's quite weighty, so it may not be so good for people of slight frame, but it's a small complaint for such as awesome peice of kit. The built-in flash is powerful (more than enough to annoy and blind my brother) and even on the auto settings you get great daylight shots that require very little, if any, touch-up in Photoshop. I would say buy a decent lens, because the 75-300 Canon lens I bought suffers from a bit of blur, and chromatic abberation, especially on full zoom (that blue tinge you see around high contrast subjects). You can sort these things out in Photoshop, but really you'd be better of buying a decent lens to avoid these problems in the first place.
The battery life is excellent, and you can pick up cheap replacements or spares.
I'm not sure whether the sensor cleaning thing works, but I assume it does beause all my shots have been noise free.
I love the fact that you can leave the shutter open for as long as you want. That's great for night time shots where there is little light, or when you want to do a bit of Astrophotography. I got some fantastic photos of the Orion constellation, and of a huge halo around the moon. Although I would recommend a tripod and definitely recommend buying a remote control so that you can take shots without the camera shake from pressing the button.
Well, for the last five minutes I've been enthusing about the 400D, but I think it really is that good. Believe all the reviews you see here and elsewhere. It is an amazing camera for the price.
A very good camera November 16, 2006
R. May (Cardiff, Wales)
118 out of 119 found this review helpful
I come from a traditional SLR background, as well as using a few DSLRs, and have found this to be the easiest to use camera yet. The menu systems are very nicely organised, and newcomers to DSLRs will have no problems learning how to use it.
It has a very nice array of features for a consumer-end DSLR, some of which have been taken from the top-end models.
There are lots of negative posts on the internet proclaiming the 18-55mm kit lens bad, and that is simply not the case. The lens responds fast, and outputs high quality images - the colours are especially accurate in all the photos I've taken so far.
In response to other complaints about the grip size, I have had no problems (although I don't have the biggest hands). It's a compact, lightweight (for a DSLR) camera, that you won't be dragged down by on long hikes, for example.
I highly recommend this camera to both amateurs and professionals, as it provides many high-end features and quality photos in an easy to learn and operate design.
Great DSLR to Begin With! March 21, 2007
P. A. Broome (Midlands, UK)
61 out of 62 found this review helpful
My first Digital SLR (or SLR of any type), chosen after many weeks of research (I looked at the 350D, Nikon D80, and Olympus E400 amongst others) - mostly because most of the people I knew were also chosing it.
I was a little worried about the reported small size of the camera, given that I'm 6 feet tall and have hands that are in proportion! But I have to say, the camera feels very comfortable to me - and is easy to grip for long periods of time (although I will be investing in the battery grip for a little more stability).
After a quick run through the user guide, I was up and out and shooting in Manual mode within minutes. It really is surprisingly easy to access and use the more advanced features - and I haven't used any of the Automatic modes since.
The kit lens has also come in for a lot of criticism - and, yeah, it's definitely not the finest bit of kit. But that said, it will serve any newcomers (like myself) just fine, while you get up to speed - and then decide what you'd like to replace it with. Really for the extra 30 or 40 the kit costs, I think it's definitely worth it.
Image quality seems outstanding to me - even the kit lens is okay, but using the much discussed bargain 50/1.8 lens really is a revelation. A definite must buy for any newcomer.
Battery life seems excellent, although its always worth having a spare on hand when you're out and about.
The on-LCD settings screen works really well - it's nice and bright and easy to see in the dark (unlike the old seperate mono settings window on the 350D and other cameras)
Construction is the only thing I would slightly mark the camera down on - it could be better - the black finish on the front does seem to scuff quite easily from fingernails, and the like. But could it be better for this price? Probably not. It feels solid, which is about all you can ask for. Titanium would obviously be better, but would price the camera out of its current range.
All in all, a lovely bit of kit - and a true bargain at the current price (around [...] for the body and kit lens). It's also useful having such a huge user base, as there's always someone somewhere you can ask for advice - and plenty of compatible second hand lens and accessory bargains to had.
If you're looking to make the plunge into the world of DSLR, you could definitely do worse. I just can't put it down...
Consider NO other December 31, 2006
John Smith
29 out of 29 found this review helpful
I received my 400D for Christmas and have not yet had any problems whatsoever with setting it up or using it, (and hopefully never will!) It is a fantastic piece of equipment and worth every penny!
The 10.1 mega pixels (MP) really help make this camera stand out amongst the rest of the crowd in the same price range, (Samsung, Sony and Nikon Models) and when working alongside an easy-to-use body/lens kit, a truly brilliant D SLR camera is created.
Some people have commented on the slightly "plasticy" feel of the camera, but not even a pro-photographer would have any real concerns about this, (isn't it the quality of the pictures that should be placed before those of faults in the beauty of the camera?)
Some excellant software is included in the box, which helps you to manipulate and improve your pictures depending on your own individual style, (although I have been spending more time taking pictures than editing them).
The lense provided is crisp and clear enough to take some superb portrait and landscape pictures (although it struggles with focusing when trying to shoot images such as close-ups of flowers/macro pictures) although that is to be expected with a starter-lense, and is fully capable of holding your interest until you are ready to move up to more advanced shots). I would suggest looking into buying a second lense to work alongside the first, (such as a zoom/macro lense) although take care in choosing the right one as they can be very expensive!
The choice of picture styles and formats is simply outstanding, and I have already experimented with shutter speeds, effects and manual focus-(although I would recommend reading the manual before doing so) and have created some pretty impressive contrasted and natural-effect situations.
When I first started looking at D SLR's, the Canon 350D looked very appealing, but when compared to the up-grade (being around only 70 odd pounds more with added features such as a sensor cleaning system and an extra 2.1 MP) I decided that the 400D was definately the better choice!
I could go on and on about the improved features, price, choice of lenses, picture quality... etc. but would prefer not to bore you and leave you with just some of the fantastic features that this product can offer you, (although I would just like to say that this camera is certainly one of the best on the market, and that you should definately chose it over others).
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