Esszee, Hello fellow 40D user.
You certainly selected a fine camera and good value for money too.
I like my 40D a great deal although I'm still learning how to use it and probably will for the rest of my life.
It is like an F16 jet. Every time I press a button, something different happens. I'm waiting for it to start saying, "Correct your altitude, PULL UP!! PULL UP!!"
All the best Mate and have a good day ... "May the light be with you and stay well focussed." (an old Jedi proverb).
Warren.