I was just wondering if someone could tell me if this camera is practical for taking concert photos? particularly from far away distances at night. If this camera isnt suitable for that what camera would someone suggest?? I was thinking of a olympus sp-565 coz of the 20X zoom but Im not sure if the band Im taking photos of would come out as clearly as a SLR camera. Suggestions or tips anyone please??
you gonna need extra flash for concert pictures regardless of camera model, unless theres plenty of light at the concert, then yes, this camera is good
i've got an eos 400d, with the "18-55mm" lens, and i want to make a sequence skateboarding photo's. So: a lot of pictures in a couple of seconds. i only get like 5pic's now in 1 trick, and i want like 10 pictures in 1 trick.
It still also depends on the time a trick takes, and when the EOS 400D description says that it has a speed of 3 fps, I don't think you can speed it up or something
You have probably bought your lens months ago now, but dont just go on reviews, you have to try it out for your self. You havent got to stick to Canon lenses. Have a look at the Sigma or Tamron 70-300mm, its effectivly two lenses in one, a telephoto, and a super macro, they are awesome, and very cheap. For the Sigma one, you would be looking at about £160, and for the Tamron around £220. Personally I would and have gone for the Sigma one. It is built to a higer quality, and slightly smaller.
Get the 17-85 kit if you can it has more zoom and is better in low light situations,]
Its MUCH better than the 18-55.
Get a reversing ring for macro shots ,close ups.
The other lens I'd recommend is the new 70-300mm with "IS" Image stabilzation NOT the old 75-300 but these lenses are expensive. The old EF 75-300 is good for extra zoom at mid range though and relatively cheap but has to be held totally still.
I disagreed. Though he didn't get to far into the details of the camera, I would rather have an amature watch this video than many other non professional review videos on Youtube. Seriously, there are some really stupid people on Youtube, and this guy isn't one.
You've correctly put the neckstrap on. I can see that I need to redo mine, could you do a video of how to put the neckstrap on, just for a noobie like me. ;)
Great camera, but don't by the 70 - 300mm lens, its crap. Its cheap at around $200, but in lenses you get what you pay for. Go with the 70 - 200L lenses they start off at around $550 but are much much better. I actually own the 70 - 200L f/2.8 IS and thats about $1600 but its insanely good.
the thing is, I am just about to buy one of those - either D40, its expected successor, 400D or 450D expected in March. I was looking for info about those and just stumbled across this ambitious attempt but was disappointed with it so I just expressed my opinion - btw constructive critics, if a bit too harsh...
I have experience with 350D, 5D and some higher-end Canon 35mm EOS and some "basic" knowledge through my enthusiast friends.
I own a 400D and I thought it was a pretty good review...Even though I knew the features, it was a good watch and the guy knows what he's talking about.
Furthermore, "either D40, its expected successor, 400D ..."
Please explain to me why a NIKON D40 is the successor to a CANON 400D? Normally I would put this down to a simple typo, but seeing as you "have experience with 350D, 5D and some higher-end Canon 35mm EOS..." I assume you know something I don't.
There is alot of misinformation there. It's a lens cover, not lens hood. this can confuse a newcomer of what a lend hood can be used for. It does have centred spot focusing, so thats total misinformation. Also RAW is not about blowing up photos, it is used for post processing, JPEG will provide the same size photographs. If you are going to post a video review you need to be factual so people who don't know get the right info. Plus saying Canon is better than say Nikon is not great advice.
Hello, I own a EOS 350D and I have used it in many varied situations and it has never let me down. However I would not recommend removing the CF Memory card and Battery pack with the camera power switch on,as shown in this video, if you do you will erase all recent photos on the card and may damage internal sensor.
i am getting this camera (Canon Eos 400D), and what you have said is some really good advice, cheers. I was also wondering why in this and other videos they take the card and battery out whilst the camera is still on. Tnaks again
The 400D has a kill switch in the CF door so when you open it up it cuts the power to prevent damage. Watch when he opens the door, you will see the LCD screen switch off. Of course if you have just taken a photo and it hasn't finished saving you will lose that photo.
If you are looking to upgrade to a high quality professioanl looking Camera, but don't have £1000's to spend on some of the bigger brothers, the Canon has everything you could need! The video review is good but doesn't do this Camera justice, it really is brilliant!I got a fairly good deal from Curry's (UK) which included the camera body and standard 18-55mm EFS lens,
an extra 90-300mm telephoto lens, the Sunpak PF30X flash gun and a 1GB Lexar CF card for £648 GBP.
I got the Canon after using a Fujifilm Finepix S5600 for the past 12 months.The S5600 is an good piece of kit and a great intro into some more advanced camera techniques,the Canon is phenomenal.The image quality you get from the 10.1MP is excellent even when using a high ISO setting.The range of depth generated by adjusting the aperture produces some fantastic results. This video review is good but doesn't do it justice.
This product are built by Chinks, u sure u wanna use it? It might hurt ur arrogance since white people always look down on asians. Probably u wanna support Leica....hehe.
I've read on some forum that kit lense has problems with stabilisation and many pictures shot from hands comes out smudged. What can you say about it - is it real problem?
Fast shutter means no much light coming in in dark places. Tripod is good but some pictures are made on the fly - tripod is not in my pocket all the time))))
hey i have a question : to make a photo you have to lok throught that small window on the top of the cmera or there's a feature like in compact digital that i can see the picture i'm taking on the lcd ?
All the way from Brooklyn, NY thanks a lot for the review ,I my self was stuck on a Canon 400d or a Nikon D40X - I'm running with the Canon and your right, they do offer a wider range in lens.
Nice Video. Austrailian, that makes u a good person in my books. Keep up with the video. I am also looking to buy my first DSLR and i am tempted more towards the 400d than the d40x. thanks to this review, im almost certain to get a 400d, Thnks mate, do a new video soon
Thanks for the review Alex! I'm looking into buying my first DSLR and can't choose between the 400D or Nikon's D40x. I here the kit lens with the canon isn't all that great quality wise - i'd be greatfull for any advice or comments on your experiences using the 400D with its kit lense. Tanks alot, Tom.
To be honest I dont really find with the photogrpahs I take that the lenses really affect the quality, I think that if its just for ameteur photography that they would be fine. The nikon does offer much better lense quality, but again as i said, you always have the option to upgrade the lenses for the cannon, whereas the Nikon while it offers a better lense initially, doesnt have the wide variety of lenses that Canon does, nor does the nikons lenses beat the price of the canon.
basically the lense range was the main reason, but also its a pretty decent price compared to the nikons, and i wasnt willing to spend 2k on the D80, i didnt really think it was worth the money.
hey i hav same camera, i would like to know if change of lens will give nicer quality...if yes which lens would be gd for this camera plz tell me
rachusis 10 months ago
does it record video?
glosarity 1 year ago
@glosarity all canons record video.
F00bz 1 year ago
Great Camera for beginner :)
KitKetas4 1 year ago
Lens cap FAIL :)
arcadeuk 1 year ago
You are quite literally the worst camera reviewer I have witnessed on YouTube. I feel like someone needs to rescue that poor camera from you.
ecros 1 year ago 2
hey mate. are you from australia? how much did this cost you? ps rookie error haha :D
herox04 2 years ago
I was just wondering if someone could tell me if this camera is practical for taking concert photos? particularly from far away distances at night. If this camera isnt suitable for that what camera would someone suggest?? I was thinking of a olympus sp-565 coz of the 20X zoom but Im not sure if the band Im taking photos of would come out as clearly as a SLR camera. Suggestions or tips anyone please??
leezyknoxville 2 years ago
you gonna need extra flash for concert pictures regardless of camera model, unless theres plenty of light at the concert, then yes, this camera is good
heoquayhp 2 years ago
I had this camera for some time now and it is exclent. Its worth buying : )
gregaseronja 2 years ago
haha, priceless. "Here's a tutorial on the 400d...oh shit, I forgot to take the lens cap off!"
urcky 3 years ago
buy a faster CF card, this will help u to make 3pics/sec
puffy691 3 years ago
i've got an eos 400d, with the "18-55mm" lens, and i want to make a sequence skateboarding photo's. So: a lot of pictures in a couple of seconds. i only get like 5pic's now in 1 trick, and i want like 10 pictures in 1 trick.
you got some tip's for me?
Edbanger04 3 years ago
Buy a 40D, 50D, or 1D mkIII
lewisw92 3 years ago
It still also depends on the time a trick takes, and when the EOS 400D description says that it has a speed of 3 fps, I don't think you can speed it up or something
outlander131 3 years ago
this one vs G9, which one is better?
anyone?
bambangpamungkas 3 years ago
AUSSIE!!!
eltombre08 3 years ago
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haah left the lens cap on ahaha idiot
shutupbucky 3 years ago
hey man. Do you reccommend the 75-300mm lens? I have read some reviews about it and i'm still not sure
luke
Blid182 3 years ago
I had one for my birthday and it makes a perfect
combo with the standard lens
AshleyTJHanley 3 years ago
I think I'm getting one for my photography!
JadeCamillaBryce 3 years ago
You have probably bought your lens months ago now, but dont just go on reviews, you have to try it out for your self. You havent got to stick to Canon lenses. Have a look at the Sigma or Tamron 70-300mm, its effectivly two lenses in one, a telephoto, and a super macro, they are awesome, and very cheap. For the Sigma one, you would be looking at about £160, and for the Tamron around £220. Personally I would and have gone for the Sigma one. It is built to a higer quality, and slightly smaller.
lewisw92 3 years ago
also tokina they are verry good in lens...
kmedia1983 2 years ago
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lewisw92 2 years ago
But not quite to the standard of Sigma
lewisw92 2 years ago
Get the Canon EF 50mm /1,8II, it is really good, and totaly worth the money!!!
CreativeRobert 3 years ago 2
throw the lens around some more.
muthafukyou 3 years ago 10
lol you're right ;)
cubebubi 3 years ago
It´s a lens, not an egg. ;-)
Silver2360 3 years ago 9
which lence, i have to choose? to take good picture??
aung007 3 years ago
Get the 17-85 kit if you can it has more zoom and is better in low light situations,]
Its MUCH better than the 18-55.
Get a reversing ring for macro shots ,close ups.
The other lens I'd recommend is the new 70-300mm with "IS" Image stabilzation NOT the old 75-300 but these lenses are expensive. The old EF 75-300 is good for extra zoom at mid range though and relatively cheap but has to be held totally still.
zaohad1 3 years ago 2
th ef 50mm 1.4 seeems good and is affordable a ot of professional photographers use it as a gneral purpose lens
The ef 50m 1.8 is even more affordable.
zaohad1 3 years ago
cool great men
jjayssen 3 years ago
the lence cap lol
Jacc0s 3 years ago 5
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The guy's an idiot....
RockV60 4 years ago
I disagreed. Though he didn't get to far into the details of the camera, I would rather have an amature watch this video than many other non professional review videos on Youtube. Seriously, there are some really stupid people on Youtube, and this guy isn't one.
guy1193 3 years ago 2
Fair point... just saying it's not a satisfactory review in my opinion.
Good for laughs though, the lens cap =D
RockV60 3 years ago
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codyyy16 4 years ago
I have this one and it gives great shots, definitely good joice for beginners and advanced aswell
FuzzyLomkins 4 years ago
You've correctly put the neckstrap on. I can see that I need to redo mine, could you do a video of how to put the neckstrap on, just for a noobie like me. ;)
Colhad 4 years ago
he lucky his voice is cute
ecgtrombone 4 years ago
everyone he is talking about austrailian dollars
7h3ki113r666 4 years ago 2
Great camera, but don't by the 70 - 300mm lens, its crap. Its cheap at around $200, but in lenses you get what you pay for. Go with the 70 - 200L lenses they start off at around $550 but are much much better. I actually own the 70 - 200L f/2.8 IS and thats about $1600 but its insanely good.
jhalodwala 4 years ago
can some one please tell me if The Canon 400D is a good SLR for beginners?? and would anyone recomend it?
Benthaitakeaway 4 years ago
I would sudgest to get a Sigma 70-300 apo dg Macro for your first telephoto Lens.. You can get it for around $200 as well..
I'm using it and it's way better than the 70-300 of Canon consumer lens..
jun19020987 4 years ago
come on man - you hardly know what you're talking about - it would be so easy to get some info, cut out embarrassing moments (cap on...)
edit edit edit before you post a load of crap...
and your recommendations - ooh! cut it out!! it's rubbish
vojtaprazma 4 years ago
Damn dude why don't you post something? WFT it did not cost you anything. Don't watch it if you dont like it. No one needs you stupid ass comments.
billrhea 4 years ago
the thing is, I am just about to buy one of those - either D40, its expected successor, 400D or 450D expected in March. I was looking for info about those and just stumbled across this ambitious attempt but was disappointed with it so I just expressed my opinion - btw constructive critics, if a bit too harsh...
I have experience with 350D, 5D and some higher-end Canon 35mm EOS and some "basic" knowledge through my enthusiast friends.
vojtaprazma 4 years ago
I own a 400D and I thought it was a pretty good review...Even though I knew the features, it was a good watch and the guy knows what he's talking about.
Furthermore, "either D40, its expected successor, 400D ..."
Please explain to me why a NIKON D40 is the successor to a CANON 400D? Normally I would put this down to a simple typo, but seeing as you "have experience with 350D, 5D and some higher-end Canon 35mm EOS..." I assume you know something I don't.
Read your comment before you post moron
DavoValo 4 years ago
I obviously wrote it wrong - I meant expected successor for D40/D40x - the D60...
In the end I went for the 400D - thanks to release of 450D you can get some nice deals...
vojtaprazma 4 years ago
There is alot of misinformation there. It's a lens cover, not lens hood. this can confuse a newcomer of what a lend hood can be used for. It does have centred spot focusing, so thats total misinformation. Also RAW is not about blowing up photos, it is used for post processing, JPEG will provide the same size photographs. If you are going to post a video review you need to be factual so people who don't know get the right info. Plus saying Canon is better than say Nikon is not great advice.
mrtechman73 4 years ago
i have this camera i also bought a 55-250mm one of the best beginner SLRS
huskyowns 4 years ago
Can we record video from this camera?
farazahmed82 4 years ago 3
no you cant
schmango 4 years ago
No dSLR can record videos, although the new ones with Live-View in theory could.
hendriksholm 4 years ago
Got this camera for christmas :D It is very easy to usee. Yet sometimes you forget you left the cap on lol
tommysmith123 4 years ago
Cap on...hahaha
zanabelle 4 years ago
Everyone's done it at some point :D thankfully for me not (yet) while being filmed!
B206III 4 years ago
Oh believe me, the only reason I was laughing was cos I do it all the time!! :P
zanabelle 4 years ago
Hey unfortunately there isnt, sorry.
schmango 4 years ago
Hello, I own a EOS 350D and I have used it in many varied situations and it has never let me down. However I would not recommend removing the CF Memory card and Battery pack with the camera power switch on,as shown in this video, if you do you will erase all recent photos on the card and may damage internal sensor.
aedale1 4 years ago
i am getting this camera (Canon Eos 400D), and what you have said is some really good advice, cheers. I was also wondering why in this and other videos they take the card and battery out whilst the camera is still on. Tnaks again
-Lordmarkoss
Lordmarkoss 4 years ago
The 400D has a kill switch in the CF door so when you open it up it cuts the power to prevent damage. Watch when he opens the door, you will see the LCD screen switch off. Of course if you have just taken a photo and it hasn't finished saving you will lose that photo.
daleighcom1 4 years ago 2
thanks, i was thinking of getting a canon.
now i know which one to get!
visciouslemons 4 years ago
If you are looking to upgrade to a high quality professioanl looking Camera, but don't have £1000's to spend on some of the bigger brothers, the Canon has everything you could need! The video review is good but doesn't do this Camera justice, it really is brilliant!I got a fairly good deal from Curry's (UK) which included the camera body and standard 18-55mm EFS lens,
an extra 90-300mm telephoto lens, the Sunpak PF30X flash gun and a 1GB Lexar CF card for £648 GBP.
motokokusanagi85 4 years ago 3
I got the Canon after using a Fujifilm Finepix S5600 for the past 12 months.The S5600 is an good piece of kit and a great intro into some more advanced camera techniques,the Canon is phenomenal.The image quality you get from the 10.1MP is excellent even when using a high ISO setting.The range of depth generated by adjusting the aperture produces some fantastic results. This video review is good but doesn't do it justice.
motokokusanagi85 4 years ago
Great review, I'm waiting for mine to arrive and now I know I made the right choice. thanks.
sgsusu 4 years ago
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This product are built by Chinks, u sure u wanna use it? It might hurt ur arrogance since white people always look down on asians. Probably u wanna support Leica....hehe.
archbrain82 4 years ago
Very useful. I'm getting one. Thanks!
petetepeteton 4 years ago
Everyone can write everything.There are bullshits!This is an exelent camera!...
Gled04 4 years ago
great review.thanks! it helped a lot.
commieliberal 4 years ago
the canon eos 400d, and d80 arent in the same league, the d80 has a larger field of view and is not made of cheap japanese plastic.
Mooorhe 4 years ago
im not saying the d80 is a worse camera, ur right its in a different league, i just dont reckon its worth the money...
schmango 4 years ago
Hi!
I've read on some forum that kit lense has problems with stabilisation and many pictures shot from hands comes out smudged. What can you say about it - is it real problem?
Qwertzytamine 4 years ago
Hi, i have never heard of this problem, and have not experienced either of them, so i guess its something not to worry about...
schmango 4 years ago
Put it in Tv mode to keep shutter speed fast. Or use a tripod.
valicourt 4 years ago
Fast shutter means no much light coming in in dark places. Tripod is good but some pictures are made on the fly - tripod is not in my pocket all the time))))
Qwertzytamine 4 years ago
Cool review. Funny when you left the cap on, I do that alot :)
mrlouisman 4 years ago 2
One of the best review for EOS 400D.
lucaiuriciuc 4 years ago
Helpful thanks.
IAmHilarious 4 years ago
this dude knows what he's talking about. strongly considering getting this as my second camera.
aaronc608 4 years ago
The Canon's 18-55mm lens is awesome. Just because it comes with it, doesn't mean its rubbish ;)
theL337RemadE 4 years ago
It's not rubbish, but it's not great either, and yes it is because it's thrown in with the camera.
yinner123 4 years ago
hey i have a question : to make a photo you have to lok throught that small window on the top of the cmera or there's a feature like in compact digital that i can see the picture i'm taking on the lcd ?
Immenman 4 years ago
The canons a digital SLR, so u gotta look through the view finder, u cant live view on the lcd
schmango 4 years ago
All the way from Brooklyn, NY thanks a lot for the review ,I my self was stuck on a Canon 400d or a Nikon D40X - I'm running with the Canon and your right, they do offer a wider range in lens.
bago20 4 years ago
Nice Video. Austrailian, that makes u a good person in my books. Keep up with the video. I am also looking to buy my first DSLR and i am tempted more towards the 400d than the d40x. thanks to this review, im almost certain to get a 400d, Thnks mate, do a new video soon
iApple2007 4 years ago
5 stars! I've featured you at DigitalCameraVideoReviews com
manateepunch 4 years ago
Thanks for the review Alex! I'm looking into buying my first DSLR and can't choose between the 400D or Nikon's D40x. I here the kit lens with the canon isn't all that great quality wise - i'd be greatfull for any advice or comments on your experiences using the 400D with its kit lense. Tanks alot, Tom.
tom301292 4 years ago
Oh I'm in the same boat! Now I'm leaning towards the Canon. Decisions!
hanerik 4 years ago
To be honest I dont really find with the photogrpahs I take that the lenses really affect the quality, I think that if its just for ameteur photography that they would be fine. The nikon does offer much better lense quality, but again as i said, you always have the option to upgrade the lenses for the cannon, whereas the Nikon while it offers a better lense initially, doesnt have the wide variety of lenses that Canon does, nor does the nikons lenses beat the price of the canon.
schmango 4 years ago
same as me a couldnt choose between the two.now iam sold iam getting the EOS 400D.
AVRILSBEAN 4 years ago
What made you decide to go for the 400d?
tom301292 4 years ago
I think its better built than other DSLR's at that price.
AVRILSBEAN 4 years ago
basically the lense range was the main reason, but also its a pretty decent price compared to the nikons, and i wasnt willing to spend 2k on the D80, i didnt really think it was worth the money.
schmango 4 years ago