Product ReviewsCanon EOS 10D 6.3MP Digital SLR Camera - Black (Body Only)

Solid Performer for Tight Budget

If you don't need to print larger than 11x14", and you aren't shooting sports or fast moving subjects, then this camera is a bargain. It has a solid build and all the basic functions of a professional DSLR for $100 or less, so you can invest more in good lenses. The review screen is very small by today's standards, but a serious photographer shouldn't need to rely that anyway.
* It does NOT accept Ef-s lenses. EF only.
* It uses Compact Flash (CF) memory cards.
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descent

I bought this canon eos 10D and it was everything what I expected not a fancy camera with good quality like nikon d800 or a canon t3i but its descent. it was fairly well taken care of. once I got a lens for it the camera shoot just fine.Read full review...

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Canon EOS 10D - Shadowsun's review

EOS 10D was our first DSLR camera. Worked great back then, and is still working fine. It will serve perfectly well as an entry to the Canon series digital machine world, a hobby photographer, or someone with no extra needs on image size, like printing.
The camera creates 6 Megapixel images, that are good even for A4 size printing. It is designed in such way that photos taken are slightly softer than our expectations were, and it is not based on lens used (although it helps a lot). The ISO is also it's best for the image if used at 100 or 200. ISO 400 will give you somewhat more pixelated images, but still good.
Also, if you are into sports, and you really need some speed on the consecutive shoots, you might consider another from the Canon's series. But if you can keep it still, and wait out the perfect moment, that 3fps up to 9 frames is right enough to catch the action, if you have a fast card.

Since it's LCD view is small, you will eventually see most of your image crystal sharp and ready-to.print, but you will need to re-assure yourself by looking at them on your PC as well, as it can turn out some images will not be exactly as seen on the view.

But considering that any good photographer should not be a trigger happy person that will take 100 images to have only one right - you will also build consciousness in this filed, what and how to photo, thus paying attention to the setting, focus, and final image.

Only metering mode missing is Spot, but the camera is more than usable without it as well.

Basically I used a few applications to enhance the colours, sharpness and - when needed - to create a more smooth image, when grain was not welcome.
Not to mention that had several fashion, portfoio building and wedding sessions shoot with 10D and after some basic retouching, all customers were 100% satisfied with it. Thus I say it is more than a welcome to posess one.

We now purchased a 60D, but I made an oath, that 10D will be kept and maintained as long as parts can be found for it - and used from time to time - so worth considering it for any previously stated reasons.Read full review...

An excellent foray into IR photography.

This is an excellent camera, with the heft and feel of a professional device. It is a bit dated now, with only 6.3MP, but I didn't buy it for billboard-sized pictures. My purchase was a IR converted camera as I wanted to experiment with IR photography without the hassle of a very dark filter over the lens. I am very pleased with the decision as with the conversion it is just like using any of the other cameras, only you get the IR image. All the digital advantages are there, immediate feedback, ease of post processing, and free shooting. An unexpected benefit was with the smaller file size the older 1 and 2GB CF cards that were laying around are now finding new use. It's hard to go wrong with Canon equipment and this unit, although a bit long in the tooth works fine and was cheaper than sending one of mine in for the conversion. My only concern was with shutter life and I suppose I'll just have to wait and see. I think the cycles quoted are conservative.Read full review...

Canon EOS 10D coming from a film based workflow

I purchased the Canon EOS 10D DSLR as my entry into digital photography. Previously I had been shooting with a Canon EOS 3 Film SLR. There isn't a direct comparison between the models as the EOS 3 is more a pro level camera than the 10D, this is evident in the 10Ds inclusion of an on-board flash. The shooting speed is adequate for most of my purposes, although I'm going to avoid sports photography with it as the 3 frames a second is just a bit too long between frames for me for that purpose. Although it may be anecdotal, the on-board flash sensors in the hot-shoe have a tendency to get stuck after removing an external flash from the hot-shoe, although easily remedied I would take it into account as it happened to me several times so far.

The camera performs admirably and image quality is top-notch. It accepts most of my lenses from my film days and the ones that don't work can be chipped by the manufacturer to update them for compatibility. My main complaint about the camera is the on-board flash. If it's not the sensor then it is projecting shadows from my larger lenses into the frame.

Summary:
Excelent camera
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A great beginner's digital camera.

Great image quality, solid build and understandable menus for operation. A little slow in the display function. Buffer is still sizeable and I don't expect to lose any pics because of congestion. I like the CMOS sensor though I don't see a lot of difference between Nikon D70 and this camera as far as picture quality is concerned. I bought this camera used and noted that it has held up well and is sturdily made.Read full review...

Canon EOS 10D Body 6.3 Megapixels

The Canon 10D was my first digital SLR. I have always had A soft spot for it. Not only because it was my first but also because it takes great pictures. When you hold the 10D in your hand it feels very rugged and strong. There A perfect choice for someone who wants to seriously get into photography and not spend a ridiculous amount of money. I am writing this on 11/20/2010 and both my 10D's work great and are 10 or more years old. Alot of people decide they want to try photography and spend over $1000.00 and the camera ends up in the bag getting hardly any use at all. Or the person loses interest completely and ends up selling the camera and losing alot of what they paid. The Canon 10D is the perfect entry level DSLR. They last and take great pictures. Try not to get caught up in the Megapixel game because 5 to 10 megapixels is all A hobbyist photographer really needs. 5 to 10 megapixels print beautiful 8"by 10" prints and I have printed many beautiful prints with my Canon 10D. Remember your gonna also need to buy lenses and lenses are very important for DSLR camera's. My advise to someone starting out would be a Canon 50mm. There about $100 new or A 18-55mm for a little more to start out with.Lenses do get expensive so shop around here on Ebay. Sigma lenses for Canon DSLR's are excellent lenses and nicely priced as well. I hope this helped you.**GOOD LUCK**Read full review...

great camera

This is a great camera and much less costly than the newer models. The image file size is plenty for most purposes unless you need to crop in a lot so work on getting the picture you want when you take it. It does use the larger size memory card and I was told that an 8 GB wouldn't work in it but it does, just doesn't tell you the number of photos left because the camera counter doesn't go that high. The 1 GB cards are only available used now.Read full review...

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10D best and affordable EOS entry!

We were tired of our point-n-shoot, so we decided on a Canon EOS. After reading other reviews, we decided our most affordable option would be the 10D. It has an all-metal case, which is a great feature. It is only 6 megapixel, but plenty clarity for what we need. It also takes great pictures even when the subject is moving. Once we master all of 10D's great features and effects, we may bite the bullet and buy the newest EOS. Until then...Read full review...

It's Captured My Children In a Whole New Way

I purchased this as my entry into DSLR from point and shoot. I chose it due to the positive reviews on Dpreview.com, here and elsewhere. Older things are sometimes better made than newer things and this holds true for this camera. Although "only 6.3 mexapixel", I had decided that quick focus and lack of shutter delay was more important to me than higher pixels and a lesser build quality. The magnesium alloy construction makes the camera feel solid. It quickly shoots images of fast moving small children. I "caught images" of them never before seen, and they are 16 months old. Fun fun. I would definitely recommend picking up a vertical battery grip as it stabilizes the heavy camera. Also, get a delkin card reader which whips your images right onto your hard drive. I picked up a new Canon 50 mm 1.8 II lens and a used 28-105 3.5-4.5 (original 5 blade aperture version). Very happy with the 50 mm 1.8 on this camera and still learning to use the zoom. You will be WAY BETTER OFF buying this used camera and building a little package of your own, than picking up a newer plastic version with a junkie kit lens. Also, go with a generic charger (I chose synergy) because they are $20 whereas Canon is $50 and the $20 works just fine. If you have the grip you will be charging two batteries, back to back, which will definitely take at least five hours, but big deal. Do it overnight. I have not "needed" an external flash, but I plan to purchase one to elevate indoor shooting and I have been told Metz, for $240, is the way to go.

Only problem is, this is addictive, and I'll probably upgrade to a 60D when I can afford it! Meanwhile, the kiddos look great!!!Read full review...

Canon EOS 10D- A Lot of Camera for Not a Lot of Money!

The Canon EOS 10D is an ageing workhorse. Ruggedly built, with a great build quality, This simple-to-use digital SLR takes full advantage of the EF line of Canon lenses and has enough useful features to keep any amateur photog happy. Its 6.3 megapixel sensor, now dwarfed by the 20+ megapixels seen today, is perfectly adequate for most enlargements. Just be aware that, due to the small physical size of the sensor, lenses will be somewhat "longer" than you might expect from your 35mm experience.

Its somewhat limited feature set, compared to the newer Canon offerings, makes it easy to master digital photography and build competance (and confidence) relatively cheaply. 10Ds can be found on eBay for $200 or less- a true bargain! I have quite a few cameras, both 35mm and digital, and my favorites of them all are my 10 Ds.Read full review...