Canon EOS 40D#
Canon’s mid-range APS-C DSLR, released August 2007. The 40D was a significant step up from the Rebel line — 10.1 MP CMOS sensor, 6.5 fps burst, and all 9 AF points are cross-type. First Canon DSLR to include Live View. The body is magnesium alloy with dust and moisture resistance.
Lenses Used (from library)#
| Lens | Photos |
|---|---|
| Canon EF-S 17-85mm f4-5.6 IS USM | 5,092 |
| Canon EF 17-40mm f4L USM | 3,267 |
| Canon EF 50mm f1.8 II | 1,138 |
| Canon EF 70-200mm f4L USM | 936 |
Key Specifications#
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 10.1 MP APS-C CMOS |
| Sensor size | 22.2 × 14.8 mm |
| ISO range | 100–3200 (expanded: H = 6400) |
| Shutter speed | 1/8000s |
| AF system | 9-point, all cross-type |
| Burst rate | 6.5 fps |
| Buffer | 75 JPEGs / 17 RAW |
| Display | 3.0-inch · 230k dots · fixed |
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism · 0.95× · 100% coverage |
| Live View | Yes (first Canon DSLR with LV) |
| Storage | CompactFlash (CF) |
| Mount | Canon EF / EF-S |
| Weight | 740g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 145.5 × 107.8 × 73.5 mm |
| Body material | Magnesium alloy |
| Weather sealed | Dust and moisture resistant |
Mount Compatibility#
Accepts all Canon EF lenses (full frame and APS-C) and EF-S lenses (APS-C only). Does not accept EF-M or RF lenses without an adapter.