Is the Canon 80D camera good? How much does it cost? Guide to how to use

1. Is the Canon 80D camera review good?

1.1 Beautiful, compact design

The first thing that catches our eye is always the external design of the product, and the Canon 80D camera is no exception. When holding the 80D in your hand, most people feel that the design is much younger and more modern compared to its predecessors, the 60D and 70D.

Some notable points are the angled cover for the slot now instead of straight as before, and slightly thinner. Although these are not major changes, overall they make the camera more compact and attractive.

Like its predecessors, the Canon DSLR professional camera is made from high-grade magnesium alloy, excellent for dust and water resistance, allowing you to work with peace of mind even in challenging conditions. The camera weighs 650g – a fairly ideal number, not heavy yet solid in hand. A small but much welcomed detail by photographers is the textured grip, making it comfortable and more tactile when shooting.

1.2 45-point AF system and all cross-type support

When choosing a camera with great autofocus, you need to pay attention to the specs. Canon cameras have always been at the forefront of autofocus systems. If you're unsure about buying the Canon 80D, you shouldn't overlook this advantage. From the 19 focus points of the Canon 70D, the Canon 80D has increased to an impressive 45 points.

When it was released, this feature was second only to the then autofocus king, the 7D Mark II (with 65 points). The 45-point AF system is more than enough if you only have basic photography needs, and for professional, complex needs, it's still sufficient. Of course, all focus points are cross-type supported. Canon 80D users can also choose from 4 focus modes in different contexts, including Single-Point AF, Zone AF, Large Zone AF, and 45-point AF auto Selection.

1.3 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor

The camera uses a 24.2 MP APS-C CMOS sensor. Combined with 45 focus points, capturing high-resolution, detailed, and sensitive images is not a difficult task with the Canon 80D. The camera's images have a resolution of 6000x4000px – a significant improvement over previous Canon models.

And we can't forget about the Dual Pixel CMOS AF sensor. This is the magic wand that helps the camera focus extremely effectively even in the most challenging conditions, with high precision as usual.

1.4 Wifi and NFC connectivity for easy sharing of photos and videos

In this 4.0 technology era, when evaluating the Canon 80D camera, we also need to consider its connectivity and compatibility to serve users' needs for storing and sharing photos. Like other modern cameras, the Canon 80D has easy wifi connectivity.

You can adjust shooting modes (such as aperture, shutter speed, exposure, focus mode, etc.) right on your smartphone. All we need to do is download the Canon app (Canon Camera Connect app) to our phone and use it whenever there is an internet connection.

Moreover, you can also share your photos via the advanced NFC (near field communication) feature. For example, you can send your work from your camera to a nearby smart device within about 10cm just by touching the two devices together. This technology can be applied to most modern smartphones and tablets.

1.5 Full HD video recording

Canon is always listed among the best DSLR cameras for high-quality 4K video recording, and the Canon EOS 80D does not disappoint. The camera offers Full HD 60p/50p resolution when shooting videos. Normally, when shooting videos, we are used to manually continuous focusing to not miss any moments.

However, with the Canon 80D, the Movie Servo AF mode can maintain stable focusing even when the subject is moving, making it much easier for you. The Canon 80D also integrates a microphone to capture sound that is true to life and vivid, smoother than professional video cameras, capturing vibrant focus.

1.6 3.0-inch LCD touchscreen

Today, most photographers certainly demand a touchscreen for a more intuitive, sharp, and modern feel when using a camera. The 80D features a Vari-angle 3.0-inch LCD touchscreen. With this size and flexibility, users can take photos and videos from various angles. The screen can rotate up to 270° vertically and 175° horizontally. This angle is quite wide compared to competing products.

1.7 DIGIC 6 image processor

Canon has equipped the 80D with the DIGIC 6 image processor. This system offers many outstanding features and high applicability: noise reduction at ISO levels up to 6400, reduced autofocus time, and minimized jitter. The HD video mode also includes HDR effects and many beautiful filter modes such as Soft Focus, Art Bold Effect, Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy camera Effect, etc.

Canon also does not favor photo shooting modes alone but also integrates effects for video shooting modes. These modes include Dramatic B&W, Old Movies, Memory, Dream, and Miniature Effect.

If you shoot MP4 videos, the camera also allows you to compress video files to save memory card space intelligently. Thanks to this, we can enjoy shooting videos more freely, without always worrying about memory full or not being able to save important images.

1.8 EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens

Canon lenses can capture in various situations, from wide angles to telephoto. This corresponds approximately to 28.8-216mm on the APS-C format. It also features Nano USM autofocus and optical stabilization to reduce shake.

1.9 How much is the Canon 80D camera?

The price of the Canon 80D camera is, of course, an important criterion in deciding whether to invest in it. The Canon 80D camera is currently priced at 16,930,000 VND.

2. How to use the Canon 80D camera

In addition to the common usage that everyone knows, you should also know some smart tips for using the Canon 80D camera below:

2.1 Use the white balance (WB) adjustment function to capture clear blue skies, appealing

Not every scene you shoot will result in your favorite photo. Many times you will want to adjust the photo to have a different color tone than the real scene. Before resorting to post-processing tools like photoshop, adjusting directly when shooting with the Canon 80D is entirely feasible.

The Auto White Balance (AWB) function on the 80D is very accurate, making the photo whiter and brighter without losing its naturalness. Next, there is the WB Shift/Bracketing function to further refine the white balance and even change the color of the photo.

2.2 Use different aspect ratios to highlight the unique attractiveness of each subject

Canon 80D has a default screen ratio of 3:2 – a ratio that is easy to focus and suitable for many types of photos. However, a creative photographer needs more than that. Don't confine your work, but experience flexibility between other ratios such as 4:3, 16:9, and 1:1. This adjustment can be made on the menu button, and you can also choose to display the grid to make framing easier. The screen ratio can also be adjusted after taking the photo.

2.3 Apply a Creative filter to create a unique color tone

This is a further upgrade from method 1. As mentioned above, the Canon 80D captures many different photo effects to transform your work into the desired color tone. These effects can be applied before or after shooting. If you are more skillful, you can also try using multiple filters to create an exclusive photo with your own color scheme.

Of course, each photographer will have their own overall assessment of the Canon 80D camera when using it directly. Overall, this is a reasonable choice among the popular DSLR cameras today that you should consider.