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Canon’s EOS 30D brings proven EOS technology to a new level, giving photographers an unbeatable photographic experience.

The EOS 30D incorporates features with Canon’s highly acclaimed 8.2 megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC II Image Processor. The EOS 30D includes enhanced operational features such as the 2.5 inch LCD monitor, true spot metering, a durable shutter mechanism and Canon’s Picture Style feature, all in an sturdy, magnesium-clad body.

With all these features the EOS 30D is truly perfection, refined. But hey, don’t take our word for it - check out what the experts say: Get more »

Coming from a rich history of high-tech cameras coming in cut-price packages, the 450D takes on the competition with much gusto, sporting a huge 3-inch LCD display, a whopping 12.2 mpx sensor, and a blisteringly fast DIGIC III image processing chip.

With this much goodness in such a tidy-looking package, why would you even bother with its bigger brethren? Well, the plastic enclosure of the 450D is solid, but not nearly as sturdy as the magnesium alloy body protecting the innards of the likes of the 40D. In addition, Canon decided to use arrow switches instead of a thumb wheel on the back of the camera: Great for navigating menu systems, not so great if you’re used to having your aperture control underneath your thumb.

Minor niggles aside: If you don’t mind having to search a little to select your aperture, and if you treat your camera carefully, the 450D is truly a magnificent piece of kit. Get more »