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I would say if you are getting into photography and want a good camera to start off with, get the Canon 30D. It's easy to use. Don't be fooled by the buttons. Read the manual!!! But basically it's just a matter of technique. It's a solid camera, using a Compact Flash (CF) card. Cleaning it is very simple. And the on screen display, is very easy & comfortable to navigate through. This camera can use the higher L-series line of Canon lenses, too. A huge plus. It can work with studio equipment or on it's own. If you are considering obtaining the battery pack, make sure your tripod can handle the extra weight. If you are new to photography, you can't go wrong with this camera. For it's current online cost (used) you will be happy with the results. Written on 08-24-2010
I bought the Canon 30D about a week ago and have been playing with it every since then. I just shot a wedding and was able to get some little league basketball sports shots as well as portraits. All of the images from the events turned out good. Coming from a Canon Rebel XT, there are several features that I enjoy on the 30D. First, I would have to say the size. I have big hands, so it fits my hands better and feels and looks more like a professional camera. Next, ISO.... I like the ISO expansion that it offers which is equivalent to 3200. The Rebel XT only offers 1600 at the most. Although I usually don't shoot that high, it's good to know that it's available. Next, the high and low burst modes are cool as well. I hardly ever use them, but again it's good to know that it's avaible for those unpredictable moments in sports. So far, the only "con" I have is the noise in the color when using high ISO settings. Other than that, I am satisfied.Read full review
I love this Canon 30D. I bought it used and haven't had a single issue. It came in excellent condition and I got a fair price on it as well. Its perfect for me and what I'm doing. Its a larger sized camera, so its perfect for my large hands. The Canon Rebel series, are a great camera, but way to small for me. I even bought a battery grip for the Rebel and it was still a little to small. And since its a smaller size, the buttons are small and close together. The 30D is an excellent camera with tons of features. I love the 2.5" LCD screen and the top LCD display. Also, the turn-style dial, makes for easy, fast viewing of already taken shots and scrolling thru the menus quickly. I also bought a battery grip for this camera. Highly recommended, especially if you are out and away all day. It holds 2 battery packs. All in all, a great camera and purchase, here on eBay. Have fun bargain shopping out there, I do. -nbry9818Read full review
Beautifully made, titanium frame I believe. Stainless steel lens mount, very solid control knobs and buttons. Having previous experience with Canon CMOS sensors and other DSLRs to compare, I find the quality and depth of photos with this camera to have a slight edge, particularly in low and available light work. Seems to have a quality for landscapes that I can't get with other sensor types also (IMO). As other reviews state, the extended ISO speeds are actually usable even out to 3200. I have taken night shots that are impossible with anything else except active electronic night vision cameras. Amazing. This camera gives a sense of security when hand-held, due to its quality construction and comfortable design. The viewfinder is OK (not as bright as I'd like), the rear LCD is clear and easy to menu through. At this LCD resolution I can zoom in to review and actually tell if photo is focused properly. Don't mean to sound like a Canon commercial, but even without IS lenses I will take shots I wouldn't attempt with anything else due to the high ISO capabilities. A larger DSLR than some, but even with my medium-sized paws I tend to go for this one over my smaller digicams because it is such a comfortable camera to work with. Enough said.Read full review
Hi Folks, I wanted a Canon 30D years ago when it was Canon's 'main line' camera.But to be very honest my budget just would not allow it. As years went by Canon produced several other DSLR's all great with the usual Canon quality,and stopped making the 30D. For me however, I was always impressed with the 'user-friendliness' of the 30D even though it was considered a 'near PRO-level camera'. And after having read literally hundreds of reviews I NEVER gave-in to the HUGE mega-pixel fixation. I learned that other things like the PROCESSOR-and - THE LENSES are equally important. The 30D has 8.2 megapixels, but as a result of Canon's superb CMOS processor the photos are vibrant, crisp and wonderfully 'life like'. And, speaking of lenses, when I bought the camera I invested in a Canon 50mm 1.8..or as folks call it..a nifty fifty. The lens was incredibly cheap..under $100 and takes just fantastic photos !!! Also, not being AF..YOU have to move around the subject and find the best composure angle. I think that helps makes one a better photographer. I am strictly an amateur..but the 30D has taught me so much about photography with all of the available features of the camera.,which incidentally you can access via the INCREDIBLY SIMPLE MENU.. that you can reach via the Scrolling Wheel on the back. Its' Wonderful. Don't get me wrong there are dozens and dozens of fine cameras out there., but for me the 30D with it's combination of user-friendliness,professional build quality and Canon reputation just made it the one for me. I just LOVE IT.Read full review
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