Canon EOS Elan II/EOS 50 35mm SLRs
Canon EOS Elan II/EOS 50 35mm SLRs
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[Dec 03, 1999]
Angie
Expert
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan II/EOS 50
Strength:
Versatility, Reliability, ease of handling. I use many other Canons but when I want consistantly good shots without a lot of thought I grab my Elan.
Weakness:
When I use a Program mode, the metering is sometimes not as good as what I can do manually. I love my Elan because I can be a serious photographer and make all the choices myself or I can be lazy and let the camera do the thinking for me: like when I am a "tourist" and don't want to be "the photographer." Either way my shots turn out great. I highly recommend this camera. Customer Service Never needed Similar Products Used: Canon F1, Canon A1, Canon AE 1 |
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[Nov 29, 1999]
Barbara Levitt Astrowsky
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan IIE Body
Strength:
versatility and creative control;ease of use; ergonomics; metering; auto eye-control; priced right;favor the Program modes (AV and TV)
Weakness:
none I love this camera!Takes great pictures!I bought the Elan IIe Kit which came with the 28-80 lens which I am very happy with but if I had it to do over again would probably go for the 28-105mm for the extra versatility. Customer Service after 2 1/2 yrs. none necessary Similar Products Used: Canon FT-QL Manual |
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[Nov 28, 1999]
Jorge Raphael
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan IIE Body
Strength:
Easy to use. Lightweight. Good number of features and quality for the price. It goes from fully manual to fully automatic in less than 2 seconds. It is the best camera in the market for a beginner who in turn advances to intermediate. Good value overall. Great selection of lenses.
Weakness:
None serious. Lack of additional grip while holding the camera vertically is solved with extra battery pack. Can use infrared film, but about 1/16 inch is lost of the negative due to fogging by slide counter. Great value. Easy to use and learn. Excellent ergonomics and very easy access to all functions. Customer Service Not needed thus far (I have owned it for the last 2 years) Similar Products Used: Nikon N70 |
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[Nov 27, 1999]
Chris Muller
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan IIE Body
Strength:
The Elan II E has to be the fastest and user freindly camera on the market!
Weakness:
I haven't had any problems with the camera since I got it 3 years ago. For the price it has to be one of the best deals on the market today. It belongs in your hand because you can trust it to work perfectly every time. Similar Products Used: I knew someone who owned a Nikon and it was always screwing up! |
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[Nov 26, 1999]
Jim Gamas
Casual
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan II/EOS 50
Strength:
Very easy to use with lots and lots of features that you will learn to use as you become a better photographer. The exposure compensation dial is a breeze to use. Very intuitive controls.
Weakness:
Wish it had a night light for the LCD display. Manual is too brief for all of the features available. A solid, feature-packed, well-priced camera that will take many years to outgrow. With 28-80mm and 75-300mm lenses you have almost every shot covered. Customer Service None Similar Products Used: Nikon, Pentax |
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[Nov 24, 1999]
Perry
Casual
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan II/EOS 50
Strength:
This is a well built body with plenty of features. A begining or casual photogopher will not easily outgrow the Elan II. Metal Lens Mount is a plus.
Weakness:
None, Everything works the way it is supposed to. I only have trouble remebering everything this camera can do. Fits well if you have big hands. Works great and it's range of features is outstanding Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: Nikon N70 & 90, Rebel 2000, |
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[Nov 24, 1999]
J Engel
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan IIE Body
Strength:
Easy to use in the pre-set modes.
Weakness:
I am having a hard time with the custom functions. More practice will be helpful It is a solid camera with many good features, especially the mirror lock-up. Images have been solid so far (I upgraded from Minolta manual earlier this year) Customer Service n/a Similar Products Used: Minolta manual, Mamiya |
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[Nov 24, 1999]
Arjun Bhuyan
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan II/EOS 50
Strength:
Fast and silent AF with ring USM 24-85 lens.
Weakness:
None Perfect camera for people wanting to learn more about photography will all features you will ever need. Customer Service not needed Similar Products Used: n70 |
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[Nov 23, 1999]
Mary
Beginner
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan IIE Body
Strength:
Easy controls, Lightweight, Eye Control not a gimmick!
Weakness:
None! Controls are easy to use while you are looking thru the viewfinder. Eye control great for action pictures. Not too heavy for an SLR, Great value! Similar Products Used: None |
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[Nov 22, 1999]
Nick Iwig
Beginner
Model Reviewed:
EOS Elan II/EOS 50
Strength:
This is a great camera for the beginner all the way up to the advanced amateur. It is user friendly. Best of all you get the most camera for your money.
Weakness:
None Best camera on the market for the money. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Similar Products Used: None, Canon is the way to go. You can use more lenses with canon then anyother camera on the market. |