A Great DSLR Going Strong After 2 Years | Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S...

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

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	• Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) Canon Canon, 2008 average customer review:based on 696 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Excellent introduction camera

I bought this camera about 3 months ago and I am extremely happy with my purchase. I own a point and shoot camera as well (Sony W280) and got sick of the blurring and noise that you get at higher ISOs. So I decided to go with a DSLR. Not knowing what to purchase I just went with the two largest brands, Nikon and Canon and looked at the features and ended up going with the Rebel XSI due to the price at the time (it was on sale). Honestly though, this camera is amazing, being able to do high motion and low light shots with a high ISO without having the image look like you sprayed it with red dust confetti is awesome. I've recommended this to several of my friends who are going to get one as soon as they have the money to spend.

If you're considering a DSLR, I would seriously consider the XSI. I also recommend it for people just going into DSLR photography. It truly is an awesome unit.

The biggest issue I have with it though is the transferring of pictures through the given USB cord. I went on a safari with friends and took about 1300 pictures and while the pictures were gorgeous, just getting them onto my macbook via USB was a pain. Apparently it goes through all of the pictures on the camera then connects itself as a device on the machine. My tip... use an external SD card reader. However, for small amounts of pictures, the USB transfer is fine.

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A Great DSLR Going Strong After 2 Years

I bought this when it first came out in 2008 prior to a trip to Disney. It replaced an original Digital Rebel (6.3 MP) which was also a great camera (which I passed down ?up to my Dad). Getting this camera has taken my photography to a whole new level - it is a great camera. It is easy to use and takes sharp pictures. The user interface is well done and will be second nature to anyone with experience with a Canon (even point and shoots). The easiest thing to do is to use it in "full auto" mode for a while but don't get complacent and keep it there for the life of the camera - try turning that dial and repeating shots so you can learn all that this wonderful unit is capable of. At the price point this is really too good to pass up.

If you are considering this camera vs. the point and shoot variety, I have found the main two advantages of DSLR to be the lack of delay in shutter release and of course the clarity of the pictures with the larger lenses. The first issue is often of paramount importance in taking pictures of kids and pets - they never stay still for long! With regards to picture quality, it is interesting that manufacturers "push" the megapixels so much on the point and shoots. PLEASE don't make the mistake of thinking that 12 MP on a point and shoot will come anywhere near the pictures from this camera (provided a good lens is attached). There really is no comparison. I have several point and shoot cameras (which I have also reviewed) and though they trump the DSLR for portability (or ability to immerse in water for the D10) there is no comparison for picture quality.

I have recently upgraded lenses with the addition of two "L" lenses (which work great with the XSI) and may upgrade to the new Rebel T2i in the future for both improved sensitivity (ISO 6400 on that camera, 1600 max on this one) and the ability to record HD video, which this camera does not have. That said, this camera has served me very well and will continue to do so. As another reviewer pointed out, the battery life on this one is terrific - I bought a second battery but have only rarely used it (though I rotate them, of course).

In summary, this is a terrific camera which I would highly recommend to anyone considering "making the jump" to DSLR.

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Impressed amatuer

Just got the camera and haven't had any of the focusing problems others have complained about. I even put an old 35-80mm lens that came with my old 35mm Rebel (no image stabilization) and took some action pics of my dog playing in the yard. I was very happy with the results.

Note that I'm not a pro and usually rely on the auto mode. Maybe my standards are a bit too low, but if I can take good pictures of a miniture schnauzer running around with her toys, then anyone should be able to get good results.

Especially liked the lack of the shutter lag time. Not even Penny could escape it like she would our Fuji point and shoot.

Very happy with it so far. Now I just have to learn how to master the other features.

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Gives me the ultimate experience

Photography is a personal hubby.This version of cannon SLR allows me to enjoy the ultimate experience of photography

Wonderful camera

I had this camera for over a year and a half before I bought a Canon 7D. I loved it then and still love it. I reluctantly gave it to a son so that it would continue to get full use and bring joy. The only reason I upgraded was:
-- Better high ISO image quality
-- Better AF tracking for birds in flight, one of my primary shooting targets
I'm glad I did. The 7D is a great camera but the body only is $1600. Unless those things truly matter to you (there are other differences too), the XSi is terrific.

I won't repeat the detailed comments in other reviews but will comment on some other comments:
-- Construction, weight, feel - the 7D is definitely heavier but the XSi felt fine in my hands. One of my primary lenses is the 100-400mm L which weighs 3lbs. I find talk of an unbalanced feel (with any lens) somewhat nonsense at least for my hands. For carrying around, hiking, birding, I wish the 7D was lighter like the XSi.

I was too conservative at shooting only at 400 ISO and below. Pushing higher to 800 is ok when needed.

Purchased the XSi plus some lenses/accessories at Amazon. Have been very happy with them.

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