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Manufacturer: Canon Part number: 2756B003
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- It doesn't stand out for its feature set or design, but the Canon EOS Rebel XSi delivers on performance and photo quality.
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CNET editors' review
Canon EOS Rebel XSi (with 18-55mm lens, Black) price range: $728.00
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 04/01/2008
- Released on: 04/27/2008
The good: Excellent photo quality for its class; better-than-average speed.
The bad: Maximum ISO 1600; huge spot-for-spot metering.
The bottom line: It doesn't stand out for its feature set or design, but the Canon EOS Rebel XSi delivers on performance and photo quality.
User reviews
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For the price..much to love
by randall1013 on December 14, 2010
Pros: Great photos, plenty of versatility, easy to use.
Cons: can be a bit slow (compared to more expensive Nikon or Canon) when in low light. Not terrible, but it isnt' the fastest
Summary: I would buy this again. Look for a starter kit with the upgraded EF-S lens over a wider field than the standard 17-50. As one reviewer wrote, you get even ...
Summary: I would buy this again. Look for a starter kit with the upgraded EF-S lens over a wider field than the standard 17-50. As one reviewer wrote, you get even BETTER pics with a better lens from Canon. Worth the investment. Buy the cheaper body and spend your $$ on quality lens's.
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takes very good pics at iso 400, fast and responsive
by dave_ap on September 12, 2010
Pros: Very good image quality up to iso 400.
Detailed and sharp in RAW mode.
Fast, intuitive, sharp screen.
Takes 3 images per second.
You can creat your own color mode using the software, so it is used on every picture you take using that mode.Cons: soft images in JPEG (though better than on most cameras)
noise performance at iso 800 isn't that great.
The screen won't display some of the colors accuratly (oranges, pink and purple)
The default colors are desaturated (easily fixed)Summary: I have enjoyed a lot using the camera, it never disappoints, I love it even with it's little flaws, because my main concern is image quality, wich is very ...
Summary: I have enjoyed a lot using the camera, it never disappoints, I love it even with it's little flaws, because my main concern is image quality, wich is very good using RAW mode. The camera is very easy to use, lightweight and battery life is enough for even two long photography sessions. I love it since my last camera was a sony H1. I know the XSI is out of date, but i just joined CNET so I wanted to leave my comments.
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A great starter camera or a mid level shooter
by flyboy128 on March 24, 2010
Pros: -auto-set features are great for each setting
-live view feature has help on more than one occasion for long exposure shots
-menus are easy to navigate and very usable even when changing settings on-the-flyCons: -ISO is not up to par on this camera. It is almost a shortfall for the camera itself, though there are ways to make up for that by using other manual set features.
Summary: The bottom line.... this is a great camera for beginning and intermediate photographers. The slew of setting options for the camera make it great for someone who is afraid to ...
Summary: The bottom line.... this is a great camera for beginning and intermediate photographers. The slew of setting options for the camera make it great for someone who is afraid to use anything other than the auto settings, all the way to someone using all manual settings and about to move to a more professional camera. The ISO options do lack on this camera, and can fall short in some cases. But through the use of other setting this shortfall can be made up for if you know how to use the manual settings properly. All in all, this is a well rounded camera and can be a great camera when in the hands of a good photographer.
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Great Price Great Pictures
by feverboy777 on February 11, 2010
Pros: Only had it for a month but I like it so far the picture. I've taken of my long haired cat showed every little hair on her head in every shade of color.
Cons: No LCD screen in auto mode !!!
Summary: I got it on sale here in L.A. for $500. which means there is a replacement coming soon. I've only seen better pictures on cameras that cost much ...
Summary: I got it on sale here in L.A. for $500. which means there is a replacement coming soon. I've only seen better pictures on cameras that cost much more. Great entry level SRL for the $$$
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Terrific first dSLR camera
by plogue87 on January 24, 2010
Pros: Photo quality, battery life, quick autofocus, light body, versatiile, self'cleaning sensor.
Cons: Shoulder strap can come undone easily on its own.
Summary: This is my first dSLR so I´m by no means an expert on the subject. I purchased this camera as a transition to taking better photos and learning more ...
Summary: This is my first dSLR so I´m by no means an expert on the subject. I purchased this camera as a transition to taking better photos and learning more about photography. I´ve really been enjoying using it and would recommend it to anyone considering taking a step up in digital photography. Do a feature comparison between other similar products and you´ll see why the Xsi comes out on top for an entry level dSLR. Photo quality is excellent with the new image processing chip in this camera, however it also depends on the lens that you´re using. The packaged 18-55mm lens is a great start, but I would recommend adding a telephoto lens as well. The only issue I´ve had with the camera is the shoulder strap, which came undone on its own while I was carrying the camera, I caught it before it hit the ground, but I´ve since put some stiches though the two ends of the straps to ensure that it doesn´t happen again.
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Great camera for beginners in the DLSR world.
by cmimmel on January 22, 2010
Pros: Great image quality, Image stabilization, easy to navigate menu and functions.
Cons: Can't think of anything.
Summary: Easy to use with great photo results.
Summary: Easy to use with great photo results.
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Gets the job done. Gets it done very well.
by greglpc on October 21, 2009
Pros: Starts up fast. Fast reaction time. No delay. Crisp focus. Easy controls. Intuitive settings. Nice color in all lighting situations. Very low noise. Best camera I've ever owned whether film or digital.
Cons: I wish there was a way to turn off the shutter sound.
Summary: Best digital SLR for the money. If there is something better, I can't imagine what it is.
Summary: Best digital SLR for the money. If there is something better, I can't imagine what it is.
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A Moderate camera for the price
by aakaa5h on May 21, 2009
Pros: 1. Good quality outdoor photos (landscapes, portraits, etc)
2. Vivid coloursCons: 1. Auto focus fails for brown and blue colour variations.
2. Portrait mode only allows continuous shooting mode (does not allow select single shooting mode)
3. Poor performance under low light
4. Produces large number of out of focus photos.Summary: The performance is not enough for the price.
Summary: The performance is not enough for the price.
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best starter camera
by gazzaz82 on May 5, 2009
Pros: fantastic photo quality
good platform to learn on
offers flexibility for those not limited to auto modes
priceCons: slighly small
not as nice on the hands as nikon -
Anyone can take great pictures
by twagn on January 7, 2009
Pros: 3 inch LCD, Low noise at 1600 ISO, fast start up, software for RAW conversion, easy to learn menu, and fantastic images...it's a Canon
Cons: The kit lens isn't exactly fast but acceptable
Summary: For the money hard pressed to find better performance
Summary: For the money hard pressed to find better performance
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Part number: 2756B003
- Description: 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 12.2-megapixel CMOS Sensor. The EOS Rebel XSi's refined, ergonomic design includes a 3.0-inch LCD monitor, compatibility with SD and SDHC memory cards and accessories that enhance every aspect of the photographic experience.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode
- Enclosure Color Black
- Resolution 12.2 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Total Pixels 12,400,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 12,200,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 14.8 x 22.2mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.6
- Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
- Sensor Features EOS Integrated Cleaning System
- Optical Zoom 3 x
- Image Processor DIGIC III
- Image Stabilizer Optical
- Auto Focus TTL phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 9
- Image Recording Format JPEG,
RAW,
RAW + JPEG - AV Interfaces Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 100-1600,
ISO auto (100-800) - Exposure Metering Partial (9%),
Spot (4%),
Evaluative,
Center-weighted - Exposure Metering Zones 35
- Exposure Modes E-TTL II program flash,
Program,
Depth-of-field,
Bulb,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Sports mode,
Night portrait,
Close-up,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Portrait,
Landscape,
Faithful,
Neutral,
Monochrome - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Daylight,
Tungsten light,
Shade,
Fluorescent,
Cloudy,
Flash - Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±2 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- White Balance Bracketing Yes
- X-sync Speed 1/200 sec
- Exposure Range EV 1-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
- Type 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 Canon EF-S
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 29 - 88 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 9.8 in
- Max View Angle 74.3 degrees
- Zoom Adjustment Manual
- Lens Construction 9 groups / 11 elements
- Filter Size 58 mm
- Lens System Mounting Canon EF
- Features Aspherical lens
Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 13
- Flash Modes Fill-in mode,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features Flash exposure bracketing,
Flash +/- compensation,
AF illuminator Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 3.5 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Display brightness control,
Remote live view,
Depth-of-field preview button,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
RGB primary color filter,
FE lock,
AE lock,
Auto power save,
Digital noise reduction,
Auto Lighting Optimizer,
Histogram display,
Highlight point display,
Camera orientation detection,
LCD live view mode,
PictBridge support,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Direct print Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Optical - Eye-level mirror pentaprism
- Field Coverage 95%
- Magnification 0.87x
- Dioptric Correction Range -3 to +1
- Viewfinder Frames Autofocus frame
- Viewfinder Information Memory card status,
ISO sensitivity,
Exposure compensation,
Shutter speed,
Aperture,
Red-eye reduction,
Flash charge completion,
AE lock,
AF-in-focus,
Exposure mode,
White balance,
Metering system,
High-speed sync indicator Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB,
1 x Composite video output,
1 x Remote control
Software
- Software Canon ZoomBrowser EX,
Canon Digital Photo Professional,
Drivers & Utilities,
Canon ImageBrowser System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support MS Windows XP SP2,
MS Windows Vista,
MS Windows 2000 SP4 or later,
Apple Mac OS X 10.3.x - 10.4.x - Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Battery charger,
Video cable,
USB cable,
Lens cap,
Dust cap,
Body cap,
Neck strap - Body Material Stainless steel,
Plastic Battery
- Supported Battery Canon LP-E5
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1080 mAh ( Included )
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
SD Memory Card - Image Storage RAW 4272 x 2848 - 15.3 MB,
Fine JPEG 4272 x 2848 - 4.3 MB,
Normal JPEG 4272 x 2848 - 2.2 MB,
Fine JPEG 3088 x 2056 - 2.5 MB,
Normal JPEG 3088 x 2056 - 1.3 MB,
Fine JPEG 2256 x 1504 - 1.6 MB,
Normal JPEG 2256 x 1504 - 0.8 MB Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5.1 in
- Depth 2.4 in
- Height 3.9 in
- Weight 16.8 oz
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Main Features
- Image stabilizer feature Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
Product series
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Canon EOS Rebel XSi Body Only (Black)
Manufacturer: Canon
Specs: SLR,
12.2 megapixels,
14.8 x 22.2mm,
CMOS -
Canon EOS Rebel XSi (with 18-55mm lens, Black)
Manufacturer: Canon
Specs: SLR,
12.2 megapixels,
3 x,
29 - 88mm F/3.5,
14.8 x 22.2mm,
CMOS,
Optical -
Canon EOS Rebel XSi (Body Only, Silver)
Manufacturer: Canon
Specs: SLR,
12.2 megapixels,
14.8 x 22.2mm,
CMOS
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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- Address:
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 - Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com
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