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Canon EOS 30D Digital SLR Camera - Body Only
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Canon EOS 30D

Reviewed November 2006

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 8.2 megapixel SLR
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 10 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 10 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 10
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 9 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed with kit lens.		 —
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption
 10

Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.

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Total: 9.6 Total: 10

Positives

Negatives
  • Excellent image quality.
  • Starts in 0.15 sec.
  • New 100,000 cycle shutter.
  • True Spot metering.
  • 1/3 EV increments to ISO settings.
  • Burst mode of 30 frames at 5 fps.
  • 19 Custom functions.Improved battery life.
  • New Spot metering cannot be tied to focus point.
  • New Print/Share button should have been customizable.
  • Design of power switch still requires the use of both hands.

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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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