Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) Reviews and Information

Fri, Jul 10, 2009

Product Report
	For serious photography with point-and-shoot ease, consider the 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 and is available in a kit with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens with Optical Image Stabilizer. 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. It’s fully compatible with over 60 EF/EF-S lenses and a wide range of EOS system accessories Key features and benefits: 12.2 megapixel resolution – Delivers detailed pictures that can be enlarged up to 20″ x 30″ Viewfinder and 3-inch color LCD screen with 7 brightness settings – Give you a choice of how to compose your shots and a convenient way to review them JPEG and RAW recording – Let you choose either format or simultaneous recording of both 9-point auto focus and macro focus – Enable you to be more imaginative with a focus range from .39 of an inch to infinity Print/share button – Prints photos directly from a PictBridge-enabled printer without using a computer 8 automatic exposure settings and 8 white balance settings – Provide just the right settings for taking eye-catching photos with accurate color 3.5 frames-per-second shooting – Starts up instantly and permits 53-frame bursts SD/SDHC memory card slot – Stores images on memory cards up to 4 GB
Feedback & Overview
	Actual Customer Feedback: "I love this camera-- I have worked with a lot of Canon cameras--and this one is right up there with the Canon 40d. It is light and easy to shoot with. The only thing that I was suprised with is that it doesn't have a compact flash drive, which is the first Canon camera I have used to have that. But it hasn't been an inconvenience, and it works great. " -Customer Review on Amazon.com "We had an analog Canon Rebel SLR before, so while we did a lot of comparison review shopping first, we settled quickly on the Digital Rebel. The XSi version is worth the upgrade price. Nice basic lens. Clear, crisp pics; good automated and manual setting flexibility. Out of the box to beautiful pics uploaded to my PC - about 10 minutes. Can't argue with that. " -Customer Review on Amazon.com "J Summer....congratulations on your purchase of the Canon XSi DSLR, it's a great camera! Since this appears to be your first DSLR, let me offer you one tip on improving focus on your baby's face. Do NOT use "autofocus" (which is really nine point focus) for your portraits, or any other images for that matter. Instead set the MODE dial to the creative zone (NOT THE BASIC ZONE), using "P" will work well for you until you gain additional skills and confidence. Then press the focus button (see page 61 of your User's Manual) and move the MAIN dial until the only focus point selected is the center one. Next compose your shot by centering your baby's face in the center of the viewfinder, press the shutter half way, recompose if you want a different view (rule of thirds helps with composition) and shoot! Presto...your baby's face is now in sharp focus with all images! And when you're finally feeling that you've mastered the "P" setting, move on to learn shutter, aperature, and manual modes in the creative zone. Now you're a savvy photographer! Good luck! One correction: The focus button I reference above (shown on page 61 in the User's Manual) is actually called the "AF point selection" button. Sorry for the error! " -Customer Review on Amazon.com "I loved the photos of my new baby taken with my Canon SD800 point and shoot camera. Once my baby turned about 7 months old, however, good shots became harder to come by since she moved so quickly and her expressions changed with a blink of an eye. I've always hated using flash, because it washes the photos out and you completely lose the background and natural tones. The Rebel XSi at ISO 1600 doesn't have noticeable grain, which allows me to capture more photos of her playing calmly or exploring a new object clearly without having to turn on the flash indoors. My baby is now 10 months old and stumbling around on two feet. Without upgrading my lens, I still have to turn on the flash to catch her 'on the move', but the flash on this SLR produces much better results than my point and shoot. I give the XSi 4 stars because it doesn't always pick out the correct focus plane (my baby's face) on autofocus -- which of course makes a big difference when your depth of field is more limited. I wouldn't get the XSi just for taking baby photos or if you plan to just use it in auto mode, as it has much more potential than that. I plan on doing more creative work with it...as soon as the baby allows me a free moment!" -Customer Review on Amazon.com "I've always been a point & shoot person. I have a great little Canon 1100SD which I love and that takes great pictures. I just had my second child and I really wanted to take my picture taking up a notch so I decided to give this camera a try. I've had it for a week and I absolutely love it. Right out of the box, my pictures are 100% improvement! Even in full Auto mode, the photos look professional. I've had so many framers from this download I can't decide which to pick. I'm inspired! I've bought a couple of books and am looking into online photography classes. I'm also thinking about lenses. Obviously, I can't discuss this camera in any technical terms, but if you're a beginner like me and are looking for a great camera that takes great pictures, this is the one for you." -Customer Review on Amazon.com Some customers truly adores Canon cameras, and this specific Rebel is just simply one of the favorites. With its light weight and easy to shoot features, it makes a perfect camera for photos for keeps such as baby pictures. The camera in its full auto mode makes photos look professional according to some customers as well. All in all, this camera is a great buy for people who wants to level up their photography skills into an almost professional.
Product Details
Company Info:	Canon is a manufacturer of business and consumer imaging products which includes printers, scanners, binoculars, compact digital cameras, film and digital SLR cameras, and lenses. The Business Solutions division offers print and document solutions for small and medium businesses, large corporations and governments. These include multi-functional printers, black and white and color office printers, large format printers, scanners, black and white and color production printers, as well as software to support these products. Lesser known Canon products include medical, optical and broadcast products, including ophthalmic and x-ray devices, broadcast lenses, semiconductors, digital microfilm scanners, and Handy Terminal Solutions.
Product Specifications:	12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens 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)
Price:	Too low to display on Amazon.com
Return Policy:	Depends on the merchant
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