Canon Eos 4000D Review
Introduction
Canon EOS 4000D (also called Digital Rebel T100 North America) is Canon’s best-selling DSLR camera. The camera was designed specifically for interchangeable lens buyers.
As with the EOS 2000D that we recently reviewed, the new Canon 4000D is heavily based upon the previous EOS 1300D model. A few other key differences exist between the EOS 4000D (and the more costly 2000D): 18 versus 24 Megapixels, a lens mount made of plastic versus one made from metal, wi-fi connectivity, NFC, manual flash, and a 6.8 cm screen with a lower resolution than the larger LCD. However, they are virtually identical.
EOS 4000D is equipped with the same 18MP sensor and Digic4+ processor as EOS 1300D. This means that images should have very similar quality. Also, the 4000D maintains the 1300D’s 3-fps continuous shooting speed and ISO 6400 maximum standard sensitivities (expandable by 12800). A concession to the price is that Full HD video at 30fps can be again been obtained, and 4K recording is not available.
Canon EOS 4000D available as a body-only option for only PS329.99 /EUR379.99. Alternatively, the Canon EOS 4000D comes with the EF-1855mm f/3.5-55.6III kit lens for PS369.99 /EUR429.99.
Easy To Use
Externally, the Canon EOS 4000D looks almost exactly the same to the 1300D it replaces and its more expensive sibling, the EOS 2000D. Both the control panel and buttons are nearly identical across all three cameras. The same goes for the physical dimensions. The dimensions of the 4000D are 129mm in width, 101.6mm tall, and 77.1mm depth. However, it weighs 436g, which is 39g less than the 1300D/2000D. Even though it is slightly lighter that a Nikon D3400, the Nikon measures only 124x98x75.5mm.
You can only tell the EOS 4000D is different from the 2000D by the plastic mount and the non-printed blank buttons. Even though we hate the idea that a plastic lens mount exists, we think the EOS 4000D is better. We can save money on either a camera bag or another lens. It is less likely that the mount will last if you aren’t changing your lenses often. That would be true of most potential buyers. Turning to the buttons, the EOS 4000D has all of the graphics printed on the camera body itself, rather than actually on each individual control, presumably to cut costs during manufacturing – you probably wouldn’t even notice the difference if you looked at the cameras side by side.
Although the 4000D’s plastic body is light and sturdy, it’s not weather-proof. It is ergonomically very good. The 4000D has a large rear thumb rest, and both the exposure compensation (and playback zoom) buttons are conveniently located on each side. As on the 2000D the thumb rest is smoother than the textured version and can be a bit more challenging to grasp. Although the main grip feels good, it is a bit too shallow for larger hands.
Front view of the Canon EOS4000D
For first DSLR buyers, the Canon EOS 4000D’s ease-of-use is a major selling point. Nothing has changed in this respect from the 1300D, but that’s no bad thing. You can still access the ISO and white balance buttons from the 4000D’s rear panel. These are physical controls that you won’t find on the Nikon D3400. Other settings such as file quality or exposure modes, like the Quick-Access Menu and file quality, can be accessed by simply pressing the Q button. This will also let you adjust the generous +/- 5EV of exposure compensation, but it’s quicker and easier to set this by pressing the dedicated exposure compensation button located immediately above the Q button whilst rotating the single, top-panel control wheel.
Along with the functional, clear menus, the main menu’s layout and navigation is simple. There are ten tabs that can be scrolled using either the rear panel buttons or the control wheel. Although most menu functions are well-placed, there are a few less accessible features. For instance, if you want to reveal the camera’s expanded ISO 12800 sensitivity, this is hidden away on page 2 of the Custom Functions menu entry.
Another aspect of the Canon EOS 4000D which isn’t immediately intuitive is the mode dial. You will find many presets for different scenes, such as Night Portrait, Food, Sports, Macro, Landscape, Portrait, or Sports. You can also use the Creative Auto mode to adjust background blur behind your subject. This works exactly like regular Auto mode. Creative Auto simply adjusts the lens aperture. If you already know about aperture, then Creative Auto becomes useless. Aside from the usual selection of auto, semi-automatic and manual modes, the 4000D’s mode dial also includes the video mode.
Other Features
Apart from the different sensor and lens mount material, the 4000D has a lot in common with the 2000D above it in Canon’s SLR range. It also has the same 9-point autofocus (AF), system that detects when images are being composed in the viewfinder. It has the same ISO 100-6,000 sensitivity, which can be expanded to ISO 12,800.
DIGIC 4+’s processing engine allows for a maximum shooting speed of 3fps (frames/second). These can last for up to six raw files and until the memory card is filled with jpegs. Full-HD (1920×1080 video) is possible in 30fps, 25fps or 24fps. These frames can be captured in short clips that last up to 29minutes and 59seconds.
The 4000D is designed for beginners and features Scene Intelligent Auto, Creative Auto. It also has Portrait, Landscapes, Close-ups, Sports, Food, Night Portrait, and Sport modes. This can assist novice photographers in getting exposure and colour correct. There are also program, shutter priority (or aperture priority), manual mode, and program. These are useful when you gain experience and want to take control.
Canon has an online feature guide for in-camera cameras. This guide helps beginners understand how certain settings work. But, it is not possible to use the Guided Mode as announced by the EOS M50.
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Screen
A 2.7-inch LCD screen with 230,000 dots is located at the rear of the camera. While it’s not the most advanced LCD, it can be used to display images and allow you to compose photos in live view mode.
This screen cannot be touched and can’t tilt for better viewing.
Canon cameras, such as EOS 200D / EOS Rebel SL2 / EOS Rebel T7 use a high-quality phase detection autofocus system known as Dual Pixel CMOS AF. Live view mode and video mode are both available. This is when the screen allows you to make shots.
Contrast detection focusing is an additional feature on the EOS 4000D to lower costs. It works whenever you are creating images. This makes the screen very slow. Live view photography loses all its charm when you add the non-touch-responsive fixed screen.
Canon Eos 4000D Review
Although many people like the idea of their photos appearing on a cover for a magazine or two …)., we are not all professionals photographers. If you’re looking for a good quality, entry-level DSLR that still has a whole lot of excellent design features, the Canon EOS 4000D could be what you’re after Read on for our review, where we’ll outline the 4000D’s key technical specs and features, and give you some pros and cons so you can make a better-informed buying decision.
Canon EOS 4000D Body design 4000D has a plastic body, with a good-looking and streamlined design. There are no corners to speak of, and it feels nice to hold in your hand. Even though it is a low-priced entry model, the build quality appears to be excellent. Actually, the model has an identical size and weight to Canon’s expensive ones.
The body design is unique in a few ways. The camera’s power function can be accessed by rotating dial, which has an “off” position. There is no separate button for on/off. The lens mount, which is plastic, rather than metal, is an unusual feature for Canon. Although this might not be a significant issue in the long-term, it is something we did not experience enough to determine if the reliability of the camera. Canon could have made these features a part of their pricing strategy to lower the price.
However, the camera controls function well. They are more intuitive than those found on high-end cameras. However, the rear screen works fine for beginner-level photography. Pop-up flashes don’t pop up by themselves. You have to manually lift them up. But it still works.
Introduction
Canon’s EOS 4000D DSLR entry-level DSLR is designed for beginners, students, and anyone looking to take up smartphone photography. It was announced in February 2018, making it the most affordable EOS model. Canon is aiming to make DSLR photography easier than ever.
EOS 4000D features an 18 Megapixel APSC camera and the DIGIC 4+ process, which allow it to record 1080p video to 30p. A 9-point autofocus system allows for composition using the optical viewfinder. Or a contrast-based system for shooting in live-view with the 2.7in/230k dot screen. Note that continuous AF is not possible for video. Continuous shooting is available up to 3fps through the viewfinder (JPEGs limited by memory, RAWs to six frames), there’s an optional guided interface for beginners, and also built-in Wifi for wireless remote control and transfer of images.
Canon introduced the EOS 4000D with its more expensive EOS 2000D/ Rebel T7. With a 24 Megapixel resolution sensor and larger 3in display, the EOS 2000D / Rebel T7 has NFC touchable Wi-Fi initiation. You can also shoot deeper bursts with it. The 4000D however gives you the basics and manages to make additional cost savings with a plastic lens mount, a flash you have to raise by hand, and labeling next to rather than actually printed onto the buttons. It is an appealing option for those interested in creating photography and anyone looking to save money on their camera. But do compare it closely with the earlier EOS 1300D / Rebel T6 which shares the same sensor, processor, movie mode, AF system and burst speed, but with a metal lens mount, NFC to complement the Wifi and a larger and more detailed 3in / 920k dot screen. The price of an older model may be comparable. In fact, it is still being sold in many markets. See my Canon EOS 1300D or Rebel T6 review to find out more.
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Although the EOS 4000D is similar to the Rebel T7, it is slightly smaller and lighter than the EOS 2000D. Its curved contours, which are similar to its more costly sibling, make it very easy to hold in your hand. Large and well-placed controls are easily accessible. The control dial just behind the shutter release is used to adjust aperture or shutter speed in the manual and semi-auto exposure modes or exposure compensation in Program auto mode. It is unusual for a Canon DSLR (or other DSLR) that the mode dial doubles as the on/off toggle. But it isn’t mounted on top of the dial. Some models actually have an off position. That means you need to select the appropriate shooting mode every time you turn the camera on – Program auto and Intelligent auto modes are conveniently situated either side of the off position.
Round the back the 2.7 inch 230k dot screen is, for me, the biggest compromise for the EOS 4000D’s lower price tag. It’s noticeable smaller than the ESO 2000D/ Rebel T7 3 in 920k dots screen when shooting live view movies. That said, the optical viewfinder is identical on both models so, if you’re mainly about shooting stills using the viewfinder, that may not matter to you so much. While the controls layout is almost identical, the EOS 4000D’s label are placed on top of each button. The lack of Wifi lights on the 4000D and EOS 4000D doesn’t make much difference.
Eagle-eyed flash owners may notice the hotshoes on the EOS 2000D / Rebel T7 and 4000D lack the standard ‘X-sync’ connector in the middle, and only sport the four smaller pins proprietary to Canon flashguns. This means neither camera will work with simpler third party flashguns that rely on this central pin for synchronization. Canon claims that this allows for cost savings but owners may also opt to use Canon Speedlite flashguns. Canon’s EOS 1300D/ Rebel T6 predecessors don’t face this limitation.
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The 4000D features an 18 MP APS-CCMOS sensor. It is the same sensor as the 1300D. The 4000D’s 9 AF point and 3fps shooting speed is lower than the Canon EOS 600D which we reviewed back in 2011. Canon EOS 2000D has been introduced to replace the Canon EOS 600D. The Canon EOS 2000D offers a higher entry-level camera with APS-C CMOS sensors of 24MP and a sleeker camera body.
It has all the controls you need, including scene intelligent auto mode. There are also many artistic effects. This camera is more suitable for beginners and young shooters because it has Wi-Fi built in. You can connect quickly to compatible smartphones, send photos and control your camera remotely.
There is also a 2.7-inch display with 230K dots on the back. The camera supports live view, so you can use the rear screen to compose and shoot photos, if you don’t want to use the optical viewfinder.
Canon Eos 4000D Review
You don’t often see DSLR cameras at lower prices in a market where technology is constantly evolving. We review the Canon EOS 4000D and discuss the pros and cons.
The Canon EOS 4000D, a Canon entry-level model, is the new Canon EOS 4000D. It replaces the 1300D or 2000D.
The 4000D is not a replacement for the original, but rather a collection of new features. It has a strong focus on accessibility and ease-of-use.
This new Canon camera is a good addition to Canon’s product line, but is it too expensive? Let’s have a closer look.
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