Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)
Customer Review: So Far So Good
Summary: 5 Stars
I was comparison-shopping between the Canon Rebel XTi, Nikon D80 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. Issues that matter most to me are ISO performance, image stabilization and dust removal capability. The best information that I was able to gather from various professional reviews before my purchase decision is as follows:
ISO performance: The XTi and D80 are pretty much on a par, but with the D80 having a slight edge in being able to push it up to 3200 (with decreased resolution at that setting though). The Sony starts to fall behind at ISO 800 with noise issues and at ISO 1600 with other image quality issues as well.
Image Stabilization: Sony has an edge in terms of cost-effectivenes because of the use of an in-camera IS system. With Canon and Nikon, you have to pay extra for lenses with IS.
Dust Removal: Canon provides both hardware and software solutions. Sony provides hardware only. Nikon provides neither.
I decided to take a chance on the XTi and bought the camera with kit lens about 10 days ago. Since then, I was snapping shots everywhere at various camera settings, testing its limits. First off, I was very impressed with the lightning quick performance of the camera. I was also stunned by the amazing picture quality that the kit lens is capable of providing, especially after so much snob from numerous professional photographers on this "cheap" lens. The most tell-tale signs are various hand-held head shots taken indoor at ISO settings of 800 and 1600 (without flash nor any additional lighting). I was able to capture all the vivid details of the skin complexion of a human face, including every little pore, hair, bum, wrinkle, and even subtle skin discoloration.
Excited over the amazing performance of this new camera, I decided to add a zoom lens to it and I bought the Canon EF 70-300 mm F/4-5.6 IS USM zoom lens five days ago. I took it to the park two days later to take pictures of our dog and her canine buddies. It was already 6:45pm when we arrived at the park. With Image Stabilization functions on, hand held, ISO fixed at 1600 and no flash, I snapped both still shots and light-duty action shots from a distance at various focal lengths. I was still able to get quite a number of high-quality letter-size printouts from these shots.
So far, I am very happy with the camera and the two lenses. There are a few things I would wish for though. I wish the XTi would have a larger viewfinder (both the D80 and A100 have larger viewfinders), illuminated buttons (for night shots), and more reasonable prices on Canon's lens hoods (the lens hood for the above-mentioned zoom lens costs an outrageous $45).
Customer Review: Canon digital Rebel Xti
Summary: 5 Stars
The professional photographer who takes our family pictures recommended this to me when I told him I wanted to get a digital slr camera. He said I would likely not need more than 8 mp unless I wanted to enlarge my prints beyond 16x20.
For the past 6 years I have used a point and shoot Canon digital Elph, and have been quite satisfied. However, it is too slow to capture images quickly, one after another, and it has only 3.2 mp.
I researched the Canon Digital Rebel Xt, Xti, and others in its class prior to buying. The Xt and Xti came out on top. I went to a local store to handle one in person before I bought it online. One thing I had forgotten is that with a slr camera I have to use my hand to twist the lens to the desired closeness or depth, and then when I press the shutter button slightly it will focus the subject into clarity. --Previously, I thought pushing the button would do it all! I miss the ease of the point and shoot, and the size, but I love being able to use interchangeable lenses. A wide angle for Thanksgiving dinner, classroom photos, etc. And my telephoto lens for getting closeups without needing to be so close up and disturbing the scene, i.e. attracting attention to myself and distracting the little kids in my daughters class while taking pictures of them playing. And I can't wait to take sports pictures from the sideline.
I bought the digital rebel xti, as opposed to the digital rebel xt, not for the additional 2 mp, but for the bigger lcd screen on the back of the camera. The additional $150 was worth me not having to squint every time I review a picture over the next 10 yrs. (My Canon Elph is 6 yrs old and still going strong.) I expect to have this camera for at least 10 yrs and to build a lens accessory collection around it to use in various settings.
The only thing I found a bit awkward was that the camera didn't fit in my hands as well as I would have liked, and it seemed to tilt forward a bit (front heavy). Both of these minor issues were remedied by purchasing the battery pack grip. The grip not only provided a better handling surface (and battery life) but also seems to balance the camera's weight in the center.
I am still pleased with this camera and continue to be excited about every opportunity to take photos.
Customer Review: I Love This Camera
Summary: 5 Stars
I just got this Camera for Christmas, and while I've only had the time to use it for a few hours, I love it!
I had been using a OLD Canon AE-1 Program Film SLR and I was looking for a Digital Upgrade. I spent about a year researching this camera the Nikon D40 (and D40x) but I eventually decided to go with this camera because I like how it fit in my hand a little better (it was that close of a call).
This camera had a bit of a learning curve to figure out all of the buttons and their functions and shooting with a Digital Camera vs. a film camera is a little different (this lens doesn't have as large of an apperature range as my film camera, but too compensate for that all I can easily change the ISO setting.
The Lens that came bundled with the camera is a decent one although I'm going to need to go out and buy a zoom lens soon.
Just a quick summary:
Pros:
-Excellent picture quality
-A very large and nice looking LCD screen
-Has a full Auto setting as well as a program mode (set any fuction(s) (ISO, Shutter speed etc) and it will set everything else, and all the other modes shutter priority, aperture priorty, full manual, and Depth of Field Priority (haven't used this much)
-The LCD screen shuts off automatically when you put your eye up to the viewfinder (and turns it on when you remove you eye) which doesn't seem exciting until you use a camera w/o this feature, as the glare from the screen can be very distracting
Cons:
-Only comes with one rechargable battery and it can't use disposable batteries
-The Settings screen is not as intuitive as I would like, but once I learn the abbrevations for everything it shouldn't be a problem (just plan on keeping the instruction manual handy for a few days)
- My family doesn't like that you can't take a picture using the LCD screen on the back, which I think is a pro (since thats why I got an SLR) but if you're sharing the camera it could be an issue (The E-volt 420 (I think its by Olympus) is an SLR that will let you do this, but I don't think it fits very well in my hand.)
Overall I think this is a great camera (esp for a budding amatuer) and I don't regret my purchase at all.
Customer Review: great intro to the dslr world, or awesome point and shoot
Summary: 5 Stars
As a father of two infants, I finally got sick of getting them to both look at the camera and smile only to suffer the dreaded shutter-lag of even the best point and shoot cameras. This is what got me to look into DSLRs. After weeks of reading reviews and researching articles, I settled on the XTi, for it's combination of features/price point. I picked it up with the kit lens and an extra battery, plus two 2gig sandisk ultra II cards and the 50mm f1.8 lens. I can't recommend the 50mm lens enough, but I already covered that in it's own review. The kit lens is not nearly as bad as some people have said. Everyone loves to trash it by comparing it to the "L" series lenses, but then that is like saying a new Nissan Maxima is crappy next to a Ferrari. The kit lens gives nice sharpness, vibrant colors, and has a focal range that nicely takes you from a little wide angle to a bit of zoom. Some people have trashed the battery life, but this camera has far exceeded any point and shoot I have ever owned, going for days without a recharge (in the 500 shot range). The camera itself is amazingly easy to use, in fact in full auto mode it is basically the best point and shoot you could ever want. If you are willing to read or learn a little, however, it can do most of the things any professional does on their cameras. You can grow into the hobby with this camera (as I am doing). It is set up to give you all the control and power you are willing to take. Add to that the extensive lineup of lenses and accessories offered by Canon and third party vendors like Sigma, Tamron and Tokina, and this camera has all the versatility, ability, and flexibility to be anything from a great point and shoot for soccer moms to a backup camera for a professional (or first serious camera for a fledgling amateur/pro).You will need a few memory cards, as it is so quick that you will find yourself taking many more shots and keeping the best ones. Nothing about this camera has been a disappointment) I give it my highest possible recommendation.Customer Review: After extensive research!
Summary: 5 Stars
"Important notes below my review!"
This Camera is the best in its price range from $450.00 to $900.00 hands down. This is to be a christmas gift this year. I had my own photography business about 10 years ago, after my girlfriend seen my pictures she decided she wanted to go back to school for photography.
So being out of the market for years I did a lot of research to find her the nicest beginer to intermediate digital slr on the market I could find.
This camera is so nice I will be purchasing a second for my self probley come tax time!
I recomend reading and viewing the following:
Understanding exposure! (most important and most helpful)
Magic lantern guide to canon rebel xti
Magic lantern dvd to canon rebel xti
Break down of features: (if you have done any research you probley know already)
Has built in feature to automatically clean lense! (one of few cameras)
10.1 MP (highest MP unless you go over 2 grand, at time of review!)
Canon is compatible with over 50 diffent lenses including 35mm lenses!
2.5 viewing screen with face sensor to shut off screen when you look trough lense!
jpeg and raw formats (raw format is about 30 megs per image)
camera ready in .2 seconds!
can take 3.5 pics per sec 27 consecutive at that speed.
Additional purchases:
I bought a really nice canon xti case $99.99 came with additional battery and a filter!
3 additional batteries other then that
2 ultra II 2 gig compact flash cards
3 books and one dvd
Nice 58" Targus Tripod
Future purchases:
Tamron AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro Lens with hood
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens
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Lastolite Ezybalance Collapsible Grey & White 12" Exposure Aid Card
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