Canon EOS 50D with EF-S 18-200mm IS Lens Kit

Apr 20, 2009 |

Posted by Santosh Puthran

The Canon EOS 50D builds upon the success of the still popular Canon EOS 40D and slots in to the mid-range grouping in Canon's range of Digital SLR's. Offering professional technologies at a level suitable for enthusiast photographers who want to develop their photographic skills, the Canon EOS 50D features 15.1 megapixels and Live View on a large 3" screen, designed to tempt and tease you into purchasing a camera that truly reflects over two decades of EOS heritage and evolution.

According to dpreview.com

Like its predecessors the 50D sports a well built magnesium body that now features improved environmental sealing. Canon has also had more than eight years to optimize the camera's handling and it's done a good job. The ergonomics feel well sorted, all the controls are in the right place and even the formerly rather pointless Direct Print button now serves a purpose: Press it and you'll enter live view mode. Another useful addition is the Quick Control screen. Press the SET button to enter this newly designed menu which gives you access to the most frequently used settings. Even users who are new to the EOS system will find their way around the 50D in no time. The Quick Control screen and the revamped menus also look great on the new bright and clean 3.0 inch VGA screen.