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Canon EOS 650 35mm SLRs

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Canon's first EOS camera had the latest technologies including a super microcomputer and a Canon-developed BASIS sensor for high-precision AF. The EOS 650 boasted incomparable autofocusing. Each EF lens has its own optimum built-in motor for autofocusing, and only electronic signals are exchanged between the lens and camera body. It is an ideal AF system.


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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by hazelinlondon a Casual

Date Reviewed: January 14, 2011

Strengths:    Clarity of pictures
Solid, quality componentry
Reliable - I've never had to get it repaired


Weaknesses:    Heavy
Hypersensitive auto-focus sometimes


Bottom Line:   
I bought the 650 second hand from a friend 11 years ago for GBP 25.00. It was fabulous - took great clear pictures; I loved the comforting sound of the componentry when I clicked - it told me it was quality. I used it for some years then lent it to my niece who also enjoyed using it, mastering photography to a greater level than I.

I am now planning to take up photography again and more seriously and will keep my very first 'serious' camera as my back-up. I'll upgrade to a more recent Canon

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Duration Product Used:   2-5 years

Price Paid:    $25.00

Purchased At:   from a friend

Similar Products Used:   None since, but hooked on Canon since first experience

Type of photography:   Outdoor

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by mymymary a Intermediate

Date Reviewed: December 5, 2006

Strengths:    easy to learn and use (good manuals)
sturdy, real metal and glass optics
tried and true - dependably great images!
The priority System and easy film loading
Fun; enough features to keep me happy; encourged me to try different things


Weaknesses:    Bulky, heavy, large bag needed to hold all. My shoulder gets sore.

Bottom Line:   
I bought the camera with Canon 35-70 and 70-210 lenses, also with a Speedlite 300EZ flash when it first came out ($$$- I don't remember how much). I have used it extensively for 19 years. The cost spread out over the years makes it a bargain. It has needed only occassional minor repairs.
I have chronicled our family history - through kids and grandkids - vacations, sports, portraits, "artsy" shots. It taught me how to photograph.
The slides and pictures have always been dependably great. Pictures showing motion and depth of field tinkering are my favorites. I play with other cameras from time to time (belonging to friends and family), but I prefer the EOS package. It may lack some modern features and characteristics; but it has never been enough to tear me away for long. We take my husbands Nikon digital for pocket convience, but ...
I think that anyone wanting 35mm SLR definiton, would do well to purchase one, you won't be disappointed. I think todays beginners might not overlook the "outdated" bulk and heft. But anyone with knowlege will appreciate it.

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Duration Product Used:   11-20 years

Purchased At:   Best Buy

Similar Products Used:   mulltiple cameras through the years, but I still come back.

Type of photography:   People

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Christiano a Professional

Date Reviewed: July 22, 2004

Strengths:    strong easy to use simple tech heavy sturdy cams cheap

Weaknesses:    some but few

Bottom Line:   
Wauw what a wonderfull little strong camera.Its a true workhorse and i use it as a back up for a back up,and skipped my EOS 5 and used EOS 100(my favorite)and this pearl instead.
I used it recently for an assignment in italy(Sirolo)with a 70-200 lens and 24-85 using Agfa Slide films and Fuji put on Manfrotto tripods.The results is very good and im very satiesfied because the alternatives would be the EOS -1 or 5,which is soo heavy.
Fortunately i took this with me and in short; get this or the other ones 630 ,620 and you will be absolutely surprised how good the Canon EOS650 still are.!

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Duration Product Used:   11-20 years

Price Paid:    $75.00

Purchased At:   private

Similar Products Used:   eos 100,eos 5,eos 620,eos 1000,eos 10 and more ..

Type of photography:   People

Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by martij17 a Beginner

Date Reviewed: July 5, 2004

Strengths:    heavy, big, durable
easy to use but profi function too

Weaknesses:    sometimes slow autofocus, with some third party flashes doesn't work OK

Bottom Line:   
I bought it in second hand, but it was like never used, the batery was original!I like it weight, with 300mm zoom i don't use a tripod!The autofocus is a little bit slow, but for me its OK, i don't take pfotos of fast animal.
I made own batery pack, its 2,8Ah capacity,conected with cable in batery grip.

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Duration Product Used:   2-5 years

Price Paid:    $150.00

Purchased At:   second hand

Similar Products Used:   canon eos 600
canon eos 300V

Type of photography:   People

Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by mccullin a Expert

Date Reviewed: October 10, 2003

Strengths:    beautiful camera to hold, reasonably solid build and feel, accurate exposure system

Weaknesses:    no remote release connection fitted as standard

Bottom Line:   
when i feel like using autofocus i'll use the 650. my main camera is the t90 which i thoroughly enjoy. however, the 650 is just as great to use despite having less options (eg spot metering, 5 fps shutter etc) and feels more solid than many of the current eos models. still highly recommend it as a first camera or as backup. it may seem dated but if you don't need all the program options available on modern cameras then use the 650.

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Duration Product Used:   11-20 years

Price Paid:    $400.00

Similar Products Used:   pentax sp1000 and mx , canon ae-1, t-70 and t-90.

Type of photography:   Outdoor


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    Release Date8/3/2011


 

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