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Canon EOS 40D

Speed, control and creativity.
The DSLR which will take your imagination further.

Key Features

Outstanding image quality

  • 10.1 Megapixel CMOS Image sensor and
  • DiG!C III Image Processor

High Performance Features

  • 6.5 fps (up to 75 in a single burst)
  • 9-point AF
  • ISO 100-1600 (expandable to 3200 via Custom Fctn)
  • Spot Metering

Be more creative

  • Live View Mode
  • Picture Style Modes

Clearer Vision

  • EOS Integrated Cleaning System
  • 3.0" LCD Screen

Description

A 10.1 Megapixel Canon developed CMOS sensor and DiG!C III Image Processor combine to deliver superb image quality with low noise and natural colour. Key new features include the EOS Integrated Cleaning System and Live View Shooting (with AF capabilities). With the ability to capture up to 6.5fps in incredible 14-bit colour, the EOS 40D is the only option for the enthusiast photographer.

Amazing Quality, Lightning Speed

  • Canon developed 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor delivering stunning professional quality photographs.
  • DiG!C III image processor offering blazingly fast operation, unsurpassed detail and brilliant 14-bit colour.
  • Super stylish design with Command Dial for simplicity and creative fun
  • Fast and responsive 9-point AF system can be used on automatic or manual mode, shooting 6.5 frames per second with the ability to capture an incredible 75 shots in a single continuous burst.
  • The EOS Integrated Cleaning System prevents and automatically removes tiny dust particles resulting in spotless images.

Freedom To Shoot And Print Like Never Before

  • Advanced E-TTL II flash metering to ensure highly accurate exposure when shooting with flash
  • Impressive 3.0 inch LCD displaying user friendly operation menus and for reviewing captured images
  • Just like our compact cameras, with the LiveView mode you can now hold the camera away from your face and still clearly see what you are shooting on the 3.0 inch LCD screen.
  • Print striking A3 prints and larger, with a PC or directly to PictBridge or Canon PIXMA photo printers
  • Simple to use software and USB 2.0 Hi-speed interface for image management and transfer to a computer

Creative Control Made Easy

  • 12 Creative Zone modes plus 3 Creative User settings for customising a particular shot. They are easily selectable via the Command Dial for complete control
  • Variable sensitivity between ISO 100 to ISO 1600 offering high levels of creative flexibility
  • 35-zone Evaluative metering with user selectable metering patterns for high exposure accuracy
  • Extensive exposure including AE lock, compensation and bracketing
  • Picture Style settings for simple image colour control and consistency offering 6 present looks Standard, portrait, landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome
EOS 400D