Canon EOS 450D with 18-55mm lens Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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This digital camera is a good all rounder. “All buttons are within easy reach, each of the manual modes remembers the settings…” Tom, Norfolk View all 415 real customer reviews

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415 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
96% of people recommend it.

Reevoo's summary of reviews:

Pros: Intuitive menu and controls, ease of use for beginners, manual settings
Cons: Quality of lens, feels a little flimsy

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Build Quality	8.9
Ease of use	8.7
Features	8.9
Image quality	9.2
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.7
Overall rating	9.0

Keen amateur (57)

Experienced amateur (23)

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Retired (1)

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Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 4.0/10

+ Great picture quality (when focus is good)
Easy and intuitive controls
Packed full of features
Light and portable

- Quality control is very bad
I have tried 4 cameras in a row with focus problems
The build quality of the kit lens is bad (decentering problems)

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 09 Mar 2009

Nigel, Farnborough , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ Large number of features give excellent versatility. Image stabilisation is excellent.

- Chromatic aberration is excessive in my opinion but can be easily removed from raw files in supplied software

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 17 Mar 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ Very easy to start using a soon as you open the box - with a little background reading and research the more dvanced settings are easy to apply and achieve great photos in all conditions and lights. Photo quality is excellent with actual size allowing photos to be blown up or zoomed and rerun quality. This was my first digital SLR and I'm looking forward to learning even more about photography with this camera. t

- Changing settings quickly is near impossible if the auto settings are failing to give you the photo you wanted - so if your object is moving or easily disturbed this can be a problem. The lens supplied can be quite limiting but there is a good selection of affordable lenses which the camera performs extremly well with.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 21 Mar 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Light and easy to use; battery lasts a long time.

- Anoying flash pops up too frequently, best left in the "no flas" mode.

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2 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Apr 2009

David , Telford , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Sturdy build with good quality materials used.

- My first digital SLR and a little confusing..

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 03 Aug 2009

Martin, Birmingham , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ I have'nt really had a chance to use it properly yet, but so far everything seems very good. Its my first digital slr so I'm no expert on tech stuff. Can't wait to get stuck in.

- In my humble opinion, haven't come across any yet.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 26 Apr 2009

Malika, LBoro , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ I really love this camera as the first SLR camera for anyone. Its picture quality is greate and even my mom can take pictures in Auto mode since it is that simple. The LCD display is good size and there are menu options to check the picture quality promtly. However I have to say that there is lot more for me to learn about this camera. I'm not an expert yet, but I want to be soon.

- It would have been far better if the video capturing is possible with this as it is with EOS 500D. I realize this only after I placed my order. Bit of a reckless research on selecting the camera.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 29 Sep 2009

Scott, Kent , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Good low-end SLR - perfect for beginners!

- None so far!

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purchased 02 Apr 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Extremely light weight. Great quality

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 17 Mar 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ ease of use as first foray into DSLR's after looking at Nikon D60 find this has the edge. Plus it is light and image reproduction very good for price

- haven't found any yet

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1 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 25 Apr 2009

Richard, N.Ireland , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Good quality camera but the kit lens is just a tad too soft around the edges at times - still capable of great results though!

- maybe a tad pricey compared to the likes of the Sonys.

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purchased 08 May 2009

Michael, Basildon, Essex , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Good all round performance, image quality very good in all conditions.

- None so far.

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purchased 12 Aug 2009

Teresa, Aberdeenshire , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Very easy to use for a novice photographer starting out and wanting to experiment.
Has so many features i have yet to use them all but soes all i want and more
Great that i can add to it as i become more proficient with lenses etc.

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 21 Sep 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ Easy to use. Takes good photos. Can use old lenses on a new camera.

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 24 Sep 2009

Jenni, London , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ lots of features, good image quality, relatively easy to use and handle

- none so far!

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purchased 22 Oct 2009

Mark, Rochester , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Easy to use and does everything I want to do

- None

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purchased 25 Jul 2009

mike, hayes, middx , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ great size, not too heavy, lots of functions and good battery life.

- live view could be easier to use for the not as experienced user. video recording would have been a nice add on as well.

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purchased 25 Sep 2009

nicola, Edinburgh , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ NB. This is graded from the point of view of a complete novice in the DSLR world. Having said that, it appears to be good for a DSLR beginner and is at a reasonable price. The instruction manual is easy to follow and I was able to start using the non pre-set functions pretty quickly and to good effect.

- None discovered yet.

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purchased 26 Mar 2009

Bruno, Haywards Heath , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Easy to use from the moment you open the box. Automatic feature will always guarantee stunning pictures. On-screen display is self -explanatory with crucial parametres always highlighted/blinking. The manual instruction provided is surprisingly easy to understand and gives you a good start to play around with the camera. The lens AF70-300mm provided within the begginer pack is excellent.

- Some functions might sound difficult for novices (like me), but after buying a DVD (on a famous auction website) designed to give you lessons and examples of the various capabilities of the Canon EOS450D, all the major functions are easy to operate.

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purchased 03 Apr 2009

Martin, Farnham , “Keen amateur”

+ Great price, excellent camera very pleased

- None

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purchased 24 Aug 2009

Alexander, Sweden , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ Solid camera with lots of adjustments for the beginner and for the more experienced photographer.

- I guess this camera is imported from asia?

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purchased 30 Aug 2009

Ted, Chester le Street , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Light weight and easy to handle, camera feels solid and good quality

- Can be a little confusing with all the different menus.

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purchased 02 Sep 2009

Paula, Wexford , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ ease of use light weight

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 02 Sep 2009

raymond, dublin , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ arrived in time, god product and very recommonded.

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 15 Oct 2009

martin, Belfast , “Keen amateur”

Score 6.0/10

+ feels quite solid. 1st dslr so still on a steep learning curve.

- none yet discovered although the standard fitted 18-55 lense feels a bit limited.

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purchased 18 Oct 2009

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Expert reviews for Canon EOS 450D with 18-55mm lens

PC Advisor expert review - by Ben Long

This 12.2Mp pixel digital SLR uses a CMOS sensor and Digic III processing

This Canon EOS 450D with 18-55mm lens review continued on PC Advisor

reviewed 31 Oct 2008

TechRadar expert review

Canon's EOS 400D has been instrumental in driving the budget SLR market. Now the Japanese giant has released an upgrade to the 400D, the 450D. The main changes are two million more pixels, a new, easier-to-handle chassis and Live View, which shows what the camera is 'seeing' on the rear LCD.12 megapixel cameraCertainly, having two million extra pixels to play with is helpful, if hardly earth shattering. Canon's 12-megapixel sensor does a good job of keeping noise down and image quality high, and that extra capacity means you can enlarge your pictures, or crop them aggressively in…

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reviewed 07 Jul 2008

Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	12.2

Optical Zoom Ratio	1
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	3
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital Zoom Ratio	1
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Face Recognition	No
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	No
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media Format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	No
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Weight (g)	475
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	No
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/4000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	30"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Dimensions (mm)	97.5x128.8x61.9
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Resolution (Pixels)	4272x2748
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f3.5-5.6
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
Filter Diameter (mm) Lens 1	58
If you want to protect your camera or camcorder lens from getting scratched you will need a filter. A filter screws on to the front of the lens. The filter diameter is the distance across the lens.
USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Release Date	20 Feb 2008
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.

Also known as: Canon EOS 450D 18-55 Lens, Canon EOS 450D + 18-55mm

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Manufacturer's Description

The EOS 450D blends uncompromising performance with ease of use in a lightweight, ergonomic body. Capture your world with a 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor and the very latest Canon technologies.

Features

* 12.2 MP CMOS sensor * 3.5fps * 9-point wide-area AF * EOS Integrated Cleaning System * 3.0” LCD with Live View mode * DIGIC III processor * Large, bright viewfinder * Total image control * Compact and lightweight * Compatible with EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlites

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12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
The 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor gives you plenty of detail for poster-size prints and extra flexibility when cropping. Sensitive in low light and virtually noise-free, Canon’s CMOS sensors are also remarkably power-efficient.

3.5 fps shooting
The EOS 450D captures up to 3.5 frames per second for a continuous burst of up to 53 large JPEG images (6 in RAW).

9-point wide-area AF

The 9 AF points are spread out across the frame to better accommodate off-centre subjects. The central AF point is a high sensitivity cross type sensor for quick, accurate focusing with f/2.8 and faster lenses.

EOS Integrated Cleaning System

Canon’s built-in dust prevention system uses three methods to keep images blemish-free. (1) Specialised materials reduce dust generation within the camera. (2) A Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit shakes dust from the sensor each time the camera is turned on or off. (3) Stubborn dust spots are mapped for easy removal in Digital Photo Professional.

3.0” LCD with Live View mode

The bright 3.0” LCD provides sharp definition for checking focus and composition, with 10x magnification for finer details. When shooting from awkward positions, Live View mode gives you the option of framing the image from the LCD, and a choice of focussing modes.

DIGIC III processor

Renowned for its white balance accuracy, DIGIC III renders colours with brilliant, true-to-life precision. Captured images are processed in 14-bit colour depth for finer tonal gradations. DIGIC III works efficiently to minimise power consumption while maintaining ultra-fast response times.

Large, bright viewfinder

A large viewfinder gives a bright and clear view for easy composition of the scene.

Total image control

Gain easy control over image processing parameters with Picture Style presets. Contrast, sharpness and saturation can be customized in-camera or through the supplied Picture Style Editor software. After the shoot, Canon’s RAW processing software Digital Photo Professional provides everything you need to manage and process your RAW images.

Compact and lightweight

Ergonomically designed for natural and intuitive handling, the EOS 450 is housed in a compact body that weighs in at just 475 grams.

EF lenses and accessories

The EOS 450D is compatible with over 60 EF/EF-S lenses and all EX Series Speedlite flash units.

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