Canon 30d
The Canon 30d is an update of the Canon 20d, with the same sensor but some interesting new features. Some notable mentions of the Canon 30d include an 8.2 megapixel resolution, a 2.5 inch LCD screen with 230,000 pixels, a buffer for 30 JPEG files or 11 raw images, a direct print option, which allows direct hook up to compatible printers, and the capacity for Wi-Fi connectivity.

Extra Features Of The Canon 30d digital camera
The Canon 30d uses the same nine-point AF precision system that was used in the 20d version, though reviewers state the difference is not noticeable in normal operations. The shutter of the 20d is rated as 100,000 cycles. With the Canon 30d, the manufacturers have tried to match the durability of the flash to the life of the shutter, which is said to be an improvement over the 20d. The shutter lag time is rated at 65ms. In power management, the Canon 30d has a reported 10% increase in shooting capacity, allowing a fully charged battery to deliver 1,100 images at 68F with no flash, or 900 images at 32F. With more flash, these numbers are reduced; hence, a 50% flash would only allow 750 frames at 68F.

The Canon 30D also has an automatic noise reducing function. The camera examines the noise in images and applies the reduction according to the longer the exposure. Skipping this noise reducing action will also speed up shooting significantly. As for the direct print button, while it is a handy feature, most photographers would prefer to transfer the photo to computer first, alter slightly, and then print with your home printer. The direct print option isn't a favorite among users, unless you do a lot of traveling and use many different printers throughout the week. The LCD screen is larger now, which allows for easier menu reading and finer image details.

Canon 30d Camera Accessories
On the exterior the Canon 30d is almost identical to the previous version, the Canon 20d. Included with the Canon 30d camera case are many accessories including an neck strap, a Canon 30d video camera cable, a USB interface cable, a battery pack, a battery charger, a digital solution disk, and an instruction manual. It is noteworthy that no memory card is included with the Canon 30d digital camera. A 512 MB card is recommended, and this cost will be extra along with the initial price.

The Canon 30d camera is for sale in most stores for $1,399.00. If you are looking to buy a Canon 30d camera, this review suggests that the Canon 30d camera is a modest though not a vast improvement over the original 20d. The street asking price is not cheap, so consider just how much of an improvement you need.