The Canon EOS 4000D is an excellent choice for beginners. I purchased it in December 2023 and I am very satisfied. It is ideal for those who want to take photos while traveling or for everyday use, without being intended for professional use.
Its main positive features are:
18.9 Megapixel Sensor: Provides high resolution for clear and detailed photos.
9 Focus Points: Ensure accurate and fast focusing in various lighting conditions.
EF and EF-S Mount: Compatible with almost all Canon lenses, offering great flexibility in your photos.
Flash Hot Shoe: Supports only Canon flashes (I have the Speedlite 380 EX from an old film camera).
Personally, I use it for simple use. The lens that comes with it is very good for learning the basic functions of the camera. I also have two other EF lenses, the 75-300 and the 28-80, which come from an old film camera.
When I first got it, I didn't use the manual mode, which was a big mistake. I only used the auto mode because I was too lazy to adjust the settings. The photos I took at first were not good at all. Some were over-exposed and others were under-exposed. Until I started using the manual mode. Since I started using the manual mode, my photos have improved significantly. I highly recommend anyone to try the manual mode to have full control over their shots and to learn more about photography.
Regarding Video:
As for video, the Canon EOS 4000D is not the best choice. It can shoot in 1080p at 24/25/30 fps and in 720p at 60 fps. There are not many options and most importantly, it does not have autofocus during video recording. Although I don't often shoot videos, when I did, I noticed the following negatives:
Lack of Dual Pixel AF: The autofocus is not as good as in other Canon cameras, which is expected for a beginner camera.
Small Screen: The 2.7-inch screen with 900,000 pixels resolution is not very good, making it difficult to view photos and videos.
Fixed Screen: The screen does not articulate, making it difficult to shoot videos or selfies and making vlogging challenging.
Lack of External Microphone Jack: Without the ability to connect an external microphone, the sound quality is not good. I recommend using your phone for audio recording.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the Canon EOS 4000D is very good for beginners. It offers an excellent sensor, sufficient focus points, and support for EF and EF-S lenses, making it ideal for photography. The ability to shoot in raw format is also a big advantage that is rarely found in this price range. For video, it is average due to the lack of Dual Pixel AF and the limited screen and sound capabilities, which is where it loses one star. However, for someone starting out, it is an excellent choice that can help them learn the basics of photography.
I would like to emphasize that this is my first camera and I have been using it up until now, and this review is from the almost first year of owning this camera.