Canon EOS 50D Rumours

This web site is dedicated to the forthcoming release of the new Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR. Expectant features are 12mp cmos sensor, DIGIC IV with an ISO of 6400 and HDMI output.

Release Date: TBA

Canon EOS 40D Success

Following the success of Canons EOS 40D there are rumours around that's predecessor will be the EOS50D and with the recent price reductions of the EOS 40D in the UK it looks as though the Canon EOS 50D will be released soon.

Some Expected Canon EOS 50D Features

  • 12mp sensor
  • DIGIC IV
  • ISO 6400
  • HDMI output

Guide to Canons DSLR Model Range

There are three specific ranges which canon aims it's DSLRs at, the pro, semi-pro and amateur.

EOS 1D and 1DS

Canons Professional range aimed at professional photographers.

EOS 40D and forthcoming 50D range

are it's semi pro range aimed at the keen amateur photographers.

EOS 400D range

is aimed at the amatuer photographer or someone new DSLR cameras.

Canon Digital EOS

Past Canon semi-pro EOS DSLR Models

Canon Model No. Announcement Date
EOS 10D Feb 2003
EOS 20D Aug 2004
EOS 30D Feb 2006
EOS 40D Aug 2007
EOS 50D TBA

cameralabs.comMeanwhile lets take a look at the Canon EOS 40D Features and Specifications

Power and versatility in one supremely equipped tool for the discerning photographer. Step up to the challenge of 6.5fps, 10.1 Megapixels and a host of features designed to help you raise your game.

  • 10.1 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
  • 6.5fps, 75 JPEG image burst
  • High precision wide area AF
  • 3.0" LCD with Live View mode
  • DIGIC III processor
  • EOS Integrated Cleaning System
  • Picture Style
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Compatible with all EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlites
  • Bodyweight 740g

Detailed Specifications

  • 10.1 megapixel CMOS Sensor with noise reduction
  • Live View function
  • LCD monitor 3-inch
  • DIGIC III Image processor
  • ISO 100 to 1600
  • Body constructed of lightweight and ultra-rigid magnesium-alloy
  • Top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec, 100,000-cycle shutter life
  • Top flash sync speed of 1/250 sec
  • AF system with 9 cross-type sensors
  • Compatible with all Canon EF, EF-S, TS-E, and MP-E lenses
  • Built-in popup flash
  • Hot shoe for Canon EX Speedlites and standard PC flash sync
  • CompactFlash Supported
  • Wireless File Transmitter
  • Video Out
  • Bodyweight 740g

Download the Canon EOS Professional Brochure here...

Review of the Canon EOS 40D

When I first started using the EOS 40D a simple description came to mind: that this is a 'well sorted camera'. It feels well rounded - the result of years of evolutionary improvement, it delivers in almost every area, and it inspires confidence. From a usability point of view the viewfinder feels larger, ergonomics are good, the user interface is clear and easy to learn, there are no in-use performance issues, metering and auto-focus show good consistency and the results speak for themselves; colorful (yet accurate) detailed images with low noise even at high sensitivities.

Read the full review by Phil Askey courtesy of DP Review here..

We'll have more information on the EOS50D as the release date draws closer.

more rumours about the Canon EOS 50d can be found here