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For stunning photography with point-and-shoot ease, look no further than Canon's EOS Rebel XSi. The EOS Rebel XSi brings staggering technological innovation to the masses. It features Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a new 12.2-megapixel CMOS Sensor. The EOS Rebel XSi's refined, ergonomic design includes a new 3.0-inch LCD monitor, compatibility with SD and SDHC Memory cards and new accessories that enhance every aspect of the photographic experience.
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Technical Details
- 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints- Large 3.0-inch LCD display; Enhanced Live View function
- DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
- EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
- Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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By Sarah J. Ritter (Cary, North Carolina United States)
Without a doubt, this camera is the finest I've ever purchased. It was a gift to my daughter and son-in-law and they are taking gorgeous photos with it. I know it took them a little while to acquaint themselves with all of the features and was not a camera they could use immediately upon taking it out of the box. Based on the pictures I have seen, this is a fine camera.
By Bruce I. Kinley (Los Angeles, CA)
This was my first SLR since converting to digital. I previously had a 35mm Canon Rebel that I loved although it was rather basic and old, then I had a Canon Powershot which was good. I was hesitant to switch to a digital SLR because I thought the Powershot was all that I would ever need; after all my old Rebel film camera was lacking in features and took average shots - so a point-and-shoot digital was better. Why would I need anything more than a point-and-shoot?
I was so wrong. The Canon Rebel XSi is an awesome camera, loaded with useful features that are easy to figure out. The Rebel line has come a long way in innovation since going digital, and the control and quality of a DSLR cannot be touched with a point-and-shoot. I still like my point-and-shoot because I can keep it in my pocket for easy traveling; but the XSi is my main camera.
If you are new to digital SLRs, or new to SLRs, or new to photography; or upgrading from a point-and-shoot -- this is the camera for you. If you have the extra money for the T1i, it's a little better with video; but the XSi is still great for photography.
Check out the manual by Ben Long for a great set of instructions on how to use this camera. It took me about a month of steady shooting to really understand it, but now it's like second nature. I highly recommend this camera.
By shoestar (Philadelphia)
I purchased this camera for my food blog [...]. The quality of food photos increased dramatically compared to my old camera. This camera is very easy to use as a newbie but can also be used and enjoyed by more advanced photographers. Amazon has a good selection of lenses and flash attachments. I love it!!!
By T. Burke (NY)
Canon Sxi is a first rate value. It does everything it should. It is for very advanced point and shoot picture taker who always forgets to charge the settings before being pushed into taking the shot now. It is built for the person who knows how to take a picture but opportunties are cluttered with the realities that nobody wants to particpate in his/her picture taking.
Now knowing what I know, I would buy it in a minute. It is an electronic masterpiece but a hardheaded journey man's tool. A pleasure to handle in picture taking. I know there are better lens, better and more advanced electonic but for a dope like me it is just fine. I have six camera in the drawer, time and technology has passed them bye. This may not be cutting edge but is sharp enough for my use.
By J. Nelson (Southern California)
The XSi is a great digital body, and should probably be bought that way (i.e., without a lens), so that you can save the money you would have spent on a barely-adequate kit lens to put towards something far better, such as the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens. While this Rebel has been superceded by the newer Canon EOS Rebel T1i, this model still provides excellent bang for the buck, and even exceeds the performance of the T1i in some respects.
Others have written at length and in great detail about the features and performance of this camera, so I'll just touch on a few highlights and some important distinctions between this and the newer model, the T1i. This model uses the same size digital sensor (APS-C) with fewer megapixels than the newer body. This fact, together with the less agressive noise-reduction implemented by the older DIGIC III processor in this camera, means that the XSi can provide lower noise in lower-light situations than the T1i, while still providing more than enough pixels to print even cropped sections of your photos up to 11x14.
By foregoing the video recording mode, DIGIC IV processor and high-resolution screen found on the T1i, the XSi body leaves more room in your budget for some important accessories, such as the 17-55 f/2.8 lens mentioned above, and one of the must-have Speedlite flashes, such as the top-of-the-line Canon Speedlite 580EX II or the still-very-much-worth-having Canon Speedlite 430EX II.
Basically, if you want a compact digital camera body that accepts EF-S lenses and don't want to blow your whole budget before you even get to buy a lens or a flash, the XSi is right in the sweet spot of great performance for a reasonable price.
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