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DSLR Performance

Distilled

Superb Image Quality

The EOS 40D comprises a formidable combination of

Canon technologies that deliver both operating speed and

superb image quality.

The newly developed

APS-C size 10.1-

megapixel Canon

CMOS sensor uses

the latest design

and manufacturing

processes to ensure

noise-free, high-resolution image capture with an expanded

usable ISO range. 14-bit A/D converters provide extended

precision for superior tonal accuracy. The latest-generation

DIGIC III Image Processor is faster and more powerful than

ever, achieving even higher levels of performance. Also

included is the Highlight Tone Priority mode, which expands

the available range of capture in the highlights without

compromising shadow detail or camera performance.

High-Precision AF

The EOS 40D incorporates a newly developed 9-point area

AF system that uses cross-type points with lenses f/5.6 or

faster, providing more reliable focusing under difficult light-

ing conditions. Each of the 9 AF points uses this cross-type

coverage, a first among Canon AF SLR cameras. In addition,

the EOS 40D incorporates a diagonally mounted cross-type

sensor at the center AF point that is sensitive to both vertical

and horizontal lines, further improving focusing sensitivity

and precision with wide-aperture lenses (f/2.8 or faster).

Outstanding

Performance

With a maximum

continuous shooting

speed of 6.5 fps,

the EOS 40D is a

fast, responsive

DSLR. It can capture up to 75 consecutive full-resolution

JPEG images or up to 17 RAW images in a single con-

tinuous burst.

Live View Function with Wireless Capability

When the Live View Function is enabled, the huge 3.0-inch

LCD monitor becomes the viewfinder. Any portion of the

image can be magnified by 5x or 10x to aid in precise

manual focusing. A new feature on the EOS 40D is the

ability to instantly access autofocus during Live View

Function, with one press of the AF-on button; Live View

Function clears to enable AF, then returns as soon as

the button is released. You can view with a grid overlay,

perfect for keeping your subjects straight in your com-

positions. There are also two silent shooting options.

Live View Function images can also be displayed on

a TV or computer monitor. With Canon EOS Utility

software installed on your computer, you can check

focus and composition in real time… even manually

focus and fire the camera remotely from the computer.

Connection between the camera and computer can be

via USB cable or wireless LAN (with the optional

Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3A).

APS-C Size CMOS Sensor (Actual Size)

6.5 fps Continuous Shooting Speed

Camera: EOS 40D

Lens: EF 16–35mm f/2.8L USM