Which SLR should I go for.... How about a Canon 40D?

[boxster9]

I am looking to upgrade to an SLR camera having used a bridge type camera - Fuji S6500 which has served me well. A few people have recommended the Canon 40D. I am looking to spend less than £800, but willing to go a little higher for the right camera.

Any thoughts on this model and any others that I should consider would be appreciated.

Thanks

[Rob13]

I've just bought the 40d and I'm thrilled with my decision. Not too expensive now, but a little more functionality to hand than the 450d to give it some futureproofing.

[Chicken Pox]

boxster9 said:

I am looking to upgrade to an SLR camera having used a bridge type camera - Fuji S6500 which has served me well. A few people have recommended the Canon 40D. I am looking to spend less than £800, but willing to go a little higher for the right camera.

Any thoughts on this model and any others that I should consider would be appreciated.

Thanks

Does the £800 include lens(es)?

[thinfourth2]

Find a decent camera shop and pick up and play with different cameras.

I could convince you that a nikon is the best camera in the world but it could turn out you have cannon shaped hand.

So ignore everyone here and go and play

[RobDickinson]

40D is a bundle of fun. Hugely competent body and a great price, canon realy hit the spot with that one.

I guess they will be going for 400-450 leaving some nice cash for a lens or two.

[4hero]

Another vote for the 40D! I went from the 350D to 40D, it's an excellent (almost indestructible) camera. Had mine out in all weathers, and it's been completely abused, still works a treat

touch wood

[Ravell]

thinfourth2 said:

Find a decent camera shop and pick up and play with different cameras.

I could convince you that a nikon is the best camera in the world but it could turn out you have cannon shaped hand.

So ignore everyone here and go and play

Seconded, I don't like the feel of a Canon SLR at all but love the Nikon ergonomics and button layout, some feel the exact opposite. So try before you buy, doesn't matter what anyone says.

[RobDickinson]

4hero said:

Another vote for the 40D! I went from the 350D to 40D, it's an excellent (almost indestructible) camera. Had mine out in all weathers, and it's been completely abused, still works a treat

touch wood

I have one that went for a swim in the sea, dont try it....

[Papoo]

Much more budget concious, but I've just delved into the DSLR world with a Canon EOS 1000d. I'm delighted with it in just about every sense; it'll be a long time before I 'out-grow' this one.

This would leave a nice bit of change for a lens, too.