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Rating: - Nothing is perfect...but
For my useage the Canon 40D has been as close to perfect as I've found
so far...I love this camera more with each passing day. I've only taken a
couple of thousand shots since buying it a few weeks ago, but I'm thinking that I have finally found the 'one' camera I've been looking
so long for...fulfills all my needs, and doesn't fuss at me when I stay out late at night either...lol.

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Rating: - Canon EOS 40D - wish the camera was as flawless as the images it takes.
I purchased the EOS 40D as a replacement/upgrade to a Canon Digital Rebel from a long time ago. With unbridled joy, I shot several thousand images of the Stanley Cup Playoffs using this body and a new Canon lens that I'll review elsewhere.

The pictures created using this body were exceptional, and would be a solid option for anyone on the advanced amateur level to entry-level professional. I was enthralled with this camera, and recommended the camera to a large number of my photography friends. At the end of the Stanley Cup Playoffs I had planned to attend a couple of Calder Cup Finals games and shoot. About 100 frames into the first game, I received an "Err 99" on the display screen. I was horrified, especially since I didn't have my backup with me. First I tried powering off, then on - same problem. I changed CF Cards, and still no change. I switched batteries, only to get that ugly-looking "Err 99" error again. As a last resort, I even switched lenses, thinking that maybe I had bumped my lens or something. And when I saw the "Err 99" message yet again, I sighed, packed away my camera and resigned myself to simply enjoying the game as a regular spectator.

Needless to say, this turned out to be a hardware issue (the shutter). Canon claims that the EOS 40D's shutter is good for 100,000 cycles. I've only had the camera for a couple of months, so I know I'm not even close to the shutters useful life. While I have it now sitting in Canon's Factory Repair Center in New Jersey, I know I will get it back soon. I'm just disappointed.

I did some further review and found this "Err 99" problem to be a common cause of equipment failure in the Canon EOS 40D. That having been said, I would still select this camera body for both daily and special events shoots. I believe that Canon will continue to support me on this issue. If you think that the hassle of having to walk through this process is too much for you, then you might want to consider one of the older Canon SLR Digitals - or try the new Canon XSi (fewer settings, more plastic, but great list of stock features to keep most amateurs happy).

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Rating: - Very pleased.
The camera arrived well in advance of when I expected. Everything was packaged well.

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Rating: - Amazing Camera
Just buy it. Seriously. The camera is amazing. Get this with an L series lens, and you will never look back. The photo are simply stunning. I can't even begin to describe how beautiful this camera is.

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Rating: - 40D - A Big Step Up From The XTi!
I was the proud owner of my first DSLR, a Canon 400D/XTi, about two years ago. Recently, though, when Canon announced a $[...] rebate on the 40D, plus a $[...] loyalty upgrade rebate on top of that, I knew it was time to upgrade from my XTi to the 40D. WOW! Am I glad that I did!!! Although I loved my little XTi, the 40D is a COMPLETELY different animal! The move from a consumer DSLR to a prosumer DSLR is one that I was worried about, because of the perceived complexity, but the 40D is actually much easier to use because of the improved menu system and the dual LCD windows. Also, after holding the very-well-built 40D, the XTi now feels like a toy. Don't get me wrong, the XTi is one heck of a camera (I imagine the successor, the new XSi, is that much better). If you're thinking about the upgrade, don't think anymore, JUST BUY IT!!! If you're new to the world of DSLRs, though, I suggest buying an XTi or an XSi and learning its functions for at least one year, then upgrade. You can't just jump into the world of DSLRs from an all-automatic point-and-shoot. There's too much of a difference between these types of automatic-everything cameras and the DSLRs, which is why you should first learn with a less expensive DSLR and work your way up. This way, if you find that you don't like it, find it too complicated or simply can't learn it, you're not out too much in the wallet.