This is not intended to be any fancy review but rather a confirmation that the 20D is really a camera that keeps its advertised promises. Picture taken off Canon website.
The best reviews to read are likely those on DP Reviews http://www.dpreview.com/ and Steves Digicams http://www.steves-digicams.com/
General:
8.2 MP
5 fps with up to 23 frame burst
9-point AF
DIGIC II
E-TTL II distance-linked flash
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/Video Out
Magnesium alloy body
Compatible with Canon EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlite flashes
DPP RAW processing software
PictBridge compatible
Positives:
1. The larger format over the 10D
2. New focus system is better with smaller objects
3. Lighter than 10D
4. New toggle switch is very convenient
5. Improved built-in flash
6. Can use 10D cabling
7. More shots per second - much better when shooting flying birds
8. Fast start-up time - very quick
9. Will work with all existing 10D gear except battery pack - you have to buy this
10. Build quality is excellent as one would expect
11. Slight menu improvement
12. A nice all round feel to it
13. Less noise at higher ISO settings
14. Feels like a better camera than the 10D for some reason
Possible Negatives:
Only buy it as a BODY ONLY - unless you want the EF-S 18~55 lens in the kit which is a waste of money that can be put towards a decent wide angle L lens. Otherwise this lens will do for happy snaps but nothing serious. The EF-S lenses are not interchangeable with all EOS cameras. Body only cameras have not yet been made available in South Africa so its a case of take it with the lens or leave it and wait forever.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CAMERA.
The best reviews to read are likely those on DP Reviews http://www.dpreview.com/ and Steves Digicams http://www.steves-digicams.com/
General:
8.2 MP
5 fps with up to 23 frame burst
9-point AF
DIGIC II
E-TTL II distance-linked flash
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/Video Out
Magnesium alloy body
Compatible with Canon EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlite flashes
DPP RAW processing software
PictBridge compatible
Positives:
1. The larger format over the 10D
2. New focus system is better with smaller objects
3. Lighter than 10D
4. New toggle switch is very convenient
5. Improved built-in flash
6. Can use 10D cabling
7. More shots per second - much better when shooting flying birds
8. Fast start-up time - very quick
9. Will work with all existing 10D gear except battery pack - you have to buy this
10. Build quality is excellent as one would expect
11. Slight menu improvement
12. A nice all round feel to it
13. Less noise at higher ISO settings
14. Feels like a better camera than the 10D for some reason
Possible Negatives:
Only buy it as a BODY ONLY - unless you want the EF-S 18~55 lens in the kit which is a waste of money that can be put towards a decent wide angle L lens. Otherwise this lens will do for happy snaps but nothing serious. The EF-S lenses are not interchangeable with all EOS cameras. Body only cameras have not yet been made available in South Africa so its a case of take it with the lens or leave it and wait forever.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CAMERA.