Full Review

At 8Mp and low noise this camera performs right at to just below maximum resolution of most Canon L series lens. At 1800 to 1900 LW/PH you need excellent glass to take full advantage of the sensor/processor. Used with a F2.8 lens the viewfinder is bright and focusing crisp. I see no reason to wait for the next generation of this series camera. Buy it now if you need it now. Skip the kit lens and buy nothing slower than F4.0. The 580EX and 420EX flashes work extremely well as master/ slave for portraits and weddings with the 30D. The sync speed up to 250/sec is very useful in fill flash situations. The larger 2.5" LCD screen is a pleasure to use... the 10x zoom feature allows confirmation of focus. I love the pop up flash when just taking snaps at parties or Holidays. Pick up the cheaper Canons and Nikons SLRs and you immediately feel the superiority of the 30D. I see no reason not to use this camera for the next 8 to 10 years like I have with my Canon EOS film cameras.