I bought the Rebel EOS Digital XTi 400D to upgrade my almost 3-year old Rebel EOS Digital 300D (which, by the way, is still a great camera). I won't go into the technical differences between the two cameras, but I will say this: the differences between the two cameras are worth the cost of the upgrade for me. Here's why.

Although too much can be made of additional pixels, the upgrade from 6 mega-pixels to 10.1 mega-pixels simply means that more data is available to process pictures. I shoot in RAW mode, so I'll take all the additional information I can get.

The larger LCD screen on the 400D is much, much, much better than that on the 300D. I really like a) the much larger view of each picture taken, and b) the clarity of the camera settings when displayed on the screen. I also really like the feature that automatically turns off the screen when the camera is raised to the eye for composition. I honestly didn't realize how tiny the 300D LCD is until comparing it to the 400D. Thank you, Canon, for the bigger screen!

I also like that the 400D comes with new, selectable Picture Styles (Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral and Faithful) that automatically make small corrections to things like sharpness, contrast and color.

The camera start-up time on the 400D is also significantly quicker than that of the 300D. I once missed what I now think is the shot of a lifetime because I couldn't get the 300D to start up fast enough. I believe the 400D would have gotten the shot.

It's also much easier to select the type of Auto Focus mode on the 400D. When your camera is set to shoot in One Shot mode, but you find yourself in the middle of movement and action, the 400D makes it easy and fast to switch to AI Focus or AI Servo - essential for sports shots.

For those who have come to appreciate and rely on the histogram to determine proper exposure, you now have the choice between Brightness and RGB.

I also like the increased continuous shooting speed of almost 3 frames-per-second. A very nice feature when shooting the dog, kids playing or outdoor events.

Finally, for those who are concerned about dust on the sensor, the new automatica sensor cleaning capabiltiy is a very nice to have.

On the downside, the 400D camera grip is a bit too small for larger hands. It's manageable, but not as comfortable as the grip on the 300D. However, I mostly solved this problem by attaching an Opteka battery grip, which enlarged the grip surface.

Also, the smaller battery size on the 400D means that you can't interchange batteries between the 300D and the 400D. It also means that the (optional) battery grip that worked on the 300D does not fit on the 400D.

BOTTOM LINE

Am I happy that I upgraded from the 300D to the 400D? You bet. I'd do it again in a heart beat.

Would I recommend this camera to the serious amateur? Absolutely. It's worth every penny to someone getting his or her first Digital SLR or upgrading from the 300D.

I am an advanced amature. For me, the quality of professionally done prints is the biggest measure of a camera or lense. I will be brief and to the point:

1. Do not use the kit lense. This camera deserves high quality lenses. If tight on budget, buy the 50mm 1.8 EF MK II. It is a cheap but very high quality lense. This is the lense I use with my XTi.

2. I just received my first set of prints (4x6). I have never taken pictures as good as this. My previous gear was Rebel (film) and the same 50mm lense. So, I can make a decent comparison between 35mm film and digital. The prints from XTi are stunningly better than anything I ever managed with film. The sharpness and perception of depth in the prints are nothing short of dazzling.

3. Do not worry too much about how the pictures look on screen. XTi produces very high fidelity colors which may look a bit dull on the monitor. Your natural tendency might be to tweak the images to increase the color saturation. Do not do it (unless you wish to display the images on screen only). Prints are absolutely stunning in color accuracy and more vivid than screen.

If you are waiting for digital to catch up with film, do not wait any longer. The battle between 35mm and digital is over. Having said that, incredible things are still coming down the technology pipe. If you are really serious, you may want to wait for these:
- Built in High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography.
- Resolution that matches medium format film (15mp).
- More affordable image stabilization. This may not have been important for 35mm films, but will make a difference at such high resolutions.

(I'm in the UK where it's called the 400D, not the XTi, but they are the same camera.)

On and on and on they moan in the forums and reviews that the XTi is too small and not comfortable to hold. They also say that it has a small, dark viewfinder that's like a tunnel.

But of course all this depends on your perspective. I'm moving up from using my little pocket camera and my Canon Pro1. The last thing the XTi feels is small, and I reckon a lot of people moving to their first digital SLR will agree. I find the grip perfectly comfortable (if you have giant hands, buy a giant camera like the Nikon D80) and also find that the buttons fall easily to hand, and perhaps more importantly, I'm not pressing any of them by mistake (easy on my other cameras).

Set the camera to Auto and you won't have to worry about most of the settings and controls, but most people will want to at least try. And if you do, you soon realise that it's about more than just shutter speed and aperture, it's about ISO too. ISO 1600 looks better than ISO200 on my Pro1, so it's something you really can use. And need to. So it's a shame there isn't a second wheel (under the thumb would be nice) to set this. Or at least some indication in the viewfinder of the ISO setting so you could do it by feel and be reminded of the ISO setting.

Remembering to put back things you've changed will become a major feature of the way you use this camera, because you don't get that much information in the viewfinder and (perhaps it's worse if you wear glasses) the information you do get is slightly low in the viewfinder so you don't always see if something's flashing a warning. Otherwise, I liked the viewfinder and it's a million times better than any compact camera. The big screen is right where your nose goes though and we all know what that means... just buy the Acme velvet nose shield.

Another moan you hear is that there's no spot metering. True. But what they don't mention in the XTi's defence is that it does have `partial metering', which is like a big `spot' and mostly does the job spot metering would've done. So it's no big deal.

And the other moans are about plasticky construction. The silver one does look a bit plasticky. The black one only feels it, but it's once again no big deal. The camera has a businesslike look and feel, not the finish of a piece of jewellery. It feels tough to me and has nice grippy surfaces in important places.

And there's no 2-second self timer for no good reason.

But what about the good stuff?

Well, that's just about everything else. I can't compare it to other SLRs since this is my first, but compared to my Pro1 it's almost scarily fast. It snaps into focus like a thing possessed. And there's no shutter lag. It can track moving objects with servo AF, which is great for cats that rush towards you when you get your camera out. Action shots suddenly become a possibility. This really is a big difference. A big wow really.

Control over depth of field is a good excuse to buy yourself an SLR. Don't we all want those pro-looking blurry backgrounds? It's dead easy with the XTi (though it depends on the lens you get). Te downside, until you get used to it, is that focus is more critical, but luckily, the XTi can focus pretty well, in all light. You can choose any one of the nine focus points if the camera gets it wrong. Handy if you're using a tripod and don't want to move the camera.

I've used Canon cameras for years and the menu system is very familiar. They've refined it over the years so it's nearly perfect, and using the big screen makes everything super clear. The main things you'll want to change (white balance, metering etc) are one button away and you can change the setting with the dial on the top too. In fact, the dial near your shutter finger lets you change many things, and you can use it to scroll through images in playback mode too, without having to zoom back out if you've zoomed in.

You get a nice package with the camera: a wide strap, all the leads, charger of course, plus (at least in the UK) vouchers for money off lenses and other accessories, a chunky instruction manual just in English, a quick guide to the main functions that folds up really small, lots of software including DPP for processing RAW images (works on Windows or Mac) and a DVD to persuade you to buy more lenses.

There's a lot to learn. Coming from a compact camera you may be daunted at first, but it will be obvious straightaway that this is a camera that means business. It may be the only camera you'll ever need.

Since two years I own the Canon EOS-1, which I bought for my book (available on Amazon - nudge, nudge, wink, wink) research trips. You will find my EOS-1 review on Amazon too. With the Rebel XTi (or 400D in the rest of the world) there is now a high quality camera with the same resolution at the tenth of the price. I bought the XTi on Amazon and have used it now for some time. I bought a Sigma DC 18-200mm zoom-lens, which is like a 27-300mm because of the smaller CCD than the EOS-1. I can highly recommend the Sigma lens because it makes the XTi an amazingly small, light but complete package that I carry around in my rucksack, which I could never do with my EOS-1.

The picture quality and ease of use it absolutely amazing! In everyday conditions I cannot see a difference between the EOS-1 (which was $9000 when I bought it two years ago) and the XTi. The software is much easier to use and the camera works really well in fully automatic. The in-built flash is very good and battery life is excellent, given the small battery. I will post a few images I shot with it. I did virtually no editing on those except clipping to make them smaller. I did also buy the Canon EF 10-22mm because I need a lot of wide-angle and I will review that seperately. It is a great lens to go with the XTi.

Does that make the EOS-1 obsolete? No. Mostly because it has the high quality AF lenses and a full size CCD for much better colour quality and sensitivity. There is now a EOS-1 Mark2 and I will have to think about upgrading to the next model a year down the line. Sigh!

I've been using the 400d/XTi for about 2 weeks now, and I love it. Shutter response is very fast, and the LCD is easily readible, even in very bright conditions. The 9 point AF is far superior to the 7 point AF offered on the 300 and 350d models, and the added resolution (10.08 MP) is a nice bonus. The anti-dust protection, particularly the automatic sensor cleaning, is great as I change lenses quite often.

I'm sad to say that the 400d has replaced my (more expensive) 30d for most applications. The 30d clearly has a better build quality, but that's the only advantage I can see at this point. If you want a lightweight, moderately inexpensive prosumer-grade camera, the 400d is about as good as you can get for the money.

PLEASE NOTE: if you are new to digital photography, the camera is important, but lenses are FAR MORE IMPORTANT. If you want to get great results with the 400d, you're going to have to buy good lenses. The kit lens (18-55, NOT USM) sucks -- it makes a good paperweight, but that's it. If you're a beginner I'd recommend the 50mm f/1.8 MK II (or the f/1.4, if you can afford it) to start. The f/1.8 MK II is cheaper than the kit lens, and while it's a prime (doesn't allow you to zoom) it's much sharper in low light conditions (and the f/1.4 is even sharper than the f/1.8).

Overall, I give this camera a 9 out of 10. For the price, it's the best you can get. Just remember, lenses are more important than the camera. A 300d with L-series lenses will outperform a 400d with low/consumer grade lenses in all settings. If you already have a 300 or 350d, save your money and invest it in better optics. If you don't already have a dslr, this is perhaps the best entry-level model on the market.

Canon's Digital Rebel XTi (a.k.a., EOS 400D) is primarily designed for first-time DSLR photographers. If you are coming from a regular-sized (not ultra compact) point & shoot such as Canon PowerShot S3 IS, the XTi may feel instantly familiar. Measuring just 5.0" by 3.7" by 2.6", it is about as large as the largest point & shoots and one of the smallest DSLR camera bodies on the market. Its small size is the source of both popularity and criticisms. If you have larger hands or heavier lens, the XTi can feel a bit unwieldy. On the other hand, if you are moving up from point & shoot, have smaller hands, or prefer portability (e.g., for travel), you will appreciate its size and weight. On occasions where XTi is not substantial enough, an optional battery grip can help. I recommend visiting a nearby store to determine how it feels for yourself.

The package includes XTi camera body with a cap over the lens mount, NB-2LH battery and charger, a printed manual and an assortment of lens and accessory catalogs, neck strap with an "eye cup", USB and composite video cables, and CD-ROMs with software and drivers for Windows and Mac. You will need a lens and CompactFlash memory card to get started. In addition, I recommend a bag that can hold and protect the body, several lenses, extra battery, and memory cards. Tip: There may be static energy within the packaging. When initially removing the lens cap to attach a lens, go to a dust-free environment such as the bathroom. Doing so will reduce the chance of dust entering the camera's image sensor. Although XTi's much touted lens cleaning system helps, it's better not to get any dust in there in the first place.

Canon sells 4 versions of XTi: in black or silver finish and with or without EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Black or silver is largely a personal preference, but considering all but low-end DSLR camera bodies, most lenses, and most accessories are black, I recommend black. As for the kit lens, the price difference between "body only" and "lens kit" is about $100. The kit lens can be a good introduction to DSLR zoom lens and is a capable performer if used exclusively at f/8 or f/11 apertures. At other apertures, its images take very soft appearance -- it is not ideal for anything but favorable lighting conditions. Keep in mind that a decent zoom lens with similar focal length costs AT LEAST twice and many excellent performers cost 4 times or more.

If you don't have to get a zoom lens, many will recommend starting with Canon's EF 50mm f/1.8 II. It is famous for top-notch optical performance at a ridiculously low price. It will outperform zoom lenses costing over ten times as much. Due to XTi's 1.6x crop sensor, 50mm becomes 80mm in 35mm equivalent (or 2.3x zoom). If you desire zoom, there are many goodwalkaround lenses to choose from -- at well over 70 lenses, Canon has the widest lens selection. Some of the popular walkaround zoom lenses include Canon's EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EF 17-40mm f/4L USM, and EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM; Sigma's 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC and AF 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC macro; and Tamron's SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF).

Canon's EF 17-40mm f/4L USM is attached to my XTi most of the time. This combination complements my personal shooting styles -- capturing people set against landscape or buildings as well as family and friends indoor. Under more limited lighting, I use Canon's EF 50mm f/1.4 USM. For telephoto needs, I use Canon's EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM -- a superb image stabilized lens (up to 9.1x zoom). And that is the beauty of DSLR -- carry whatever lens(es) optimized for your needs and wallet.

You will soon learn that lenses are far more important than the body. An XTi armed with a top-notch lens will blow EOS 5D with a cheap lens out of the water. Even when both are armed with the same lens, it will be hard to tell much differences. Performance wise, there's very little to criticize. The XTi embodies Canon's trademark "smooth, high contrast, saturated, and low noise" image quality. Even at ISO 800, the noise remains pretty low and well controlled. If you shoot using the RAW format, you can still maintain usable details with acceptable noise at ISO 1600. Some users have reported underexposure. I checked mine and it does not have such defect.

Thanks to 10.1 megapixels image sensor, XTi benefits from sharper lenses. Although increasing the resolution over same image sensor area adds noise while decreasing the dynamic range, Canon has improved the sensor technology to maintain low noise floor and excellent dynamic range. If you are coming from the point & shoot camera, the XTi will feel super fast. Flick the switch and it starts up quickly, ready for first shot in about a second (a tad longer if sensor cleaning is activated). As with most DSLR, there's virtually no shutter lag to speak of (around 100 ms.) and it auto focuses in a split second. In continuous shooting mode with fast memory card, it can take 11 RAW or 33 JPEG (best quality) at 3 frames per second.

Once boot up, you will be greeted by superb high resolution 2.5" LCD with bright LED backlighting. Gone is the dedicated info display -- LCD is used for displaying camera settings, photos in buffer and memory card, and menu. Removing the dedicated info display is both good and bad. On the plus side, the extra real estate affords XTi a larger 2.5" LCD without increasing the footprint. In addition, it can show more information than the info display strip, provide superior interaction, and looks nicer than the "alarm clock" font on the info display or viewfinder. On the minus side, it reduces the battery life by 10%. I think XTi should use higher capacity battery or perhaps adopted more power efficient DIGIC III processor. Get an extra battery and enjoy the LCD. Even more important than LCD is the optical viewfinder, since XTi, like almost all DSLRs, does not show live image preview on the LCD. As with the predecessor, XTi implements 95% crop 0.8x optical viewfinder. The viewfinder displays 9 auto focus points, shutter speed, aperture, exposure, auto exposure lock, flash, image buffer space, and more. Solely missing from the viewfinder is ISO speed. Overall, the viewfinder is more than adequate but pales in comparison to Nikon D80's larger and more comprehensive viewfinder.

Some DSLR bodies have in-body image stabilizer, implemented at the image sensor. Canon's XTi isn't one of them. According to Canon, it was done for 2 reasons: (1) lens is more effective location for implementing the image stabilizer (especially telephoto) and (2) the effects of in-body image stabilizer are not reflected on the viewfinder. Excuses aside, it would've been nice to have. On the plus side, the XTi has mirror lockup that reduces any vibration caused by the mirror movement. And there are wide range of image stabilized lenses to choose from, although they tend to cost more.

Some have criticized XTi for "plasticky" build. Except for the metal lens mount, the XTi's exterior is composed of high quality engineering plastic with rubbery paint. If you drop it, it will probably crack or break, but it's not built like a toy. In addition, XTi improves its predecessor with larger grip with rubber where your fingers rest.

I use the memory card reader to upload images to Mac. I played with included software briefly and found it to be fast and capable. But I am spoiled by more advanced workflow that Apple Aperture offers (recently updated to support XTi). Each RAW image file is about 10 MB, so 2 GB memory card can store only about 200 RAW images. Since RAW is larger, it will take over twice as long to write to the memory card. Get one of the faster memory cards like SanDisk Ultra II.

Pros:
- Takes great looking photos.
- Very portable for DSLR.
- Great LCD with intuitive user interface.
- Lots of great lenses to choose from.

Cons:
- No spot metering.
- Below average battery life.
- Maybe too small for some.
- Small viewfinder.

I've considered other, higher priced digital SLRs, such as the Nikon D80 and Canon 30D. However, I decided that I probably won't be using some of the more advanced features offered by those cameras, and would rather spend the money saved on a better lens. In terms of picture quality, all these SLRs are capable of equivalent quality.

Currently I have 3 lenses, the kit 18-55mm, the 50mm f/1.8, and the 85mm f/1.8. I don't use the kit zoom lens anymore because I favor the faster, prime lenses. I mostly take pictures of my children, and the 85mm f/1.8 is an excellent portrait lens. It is sharp, fast, and produces beautiful background blur. Zoom lenses unfortunately are not as sharp or fast, unless you're willing to pay much more than the cost of the camera body.

I think all novice SLR owners should buy the cheap Canon 50mm f/1.8, to discover what a fast lens can do when you set the aperture to 1.8, and take some portraits. You too can have professional-looking results!

This is my first dSLR, and I must admit that I'm totally impressed and entirely happy with it. Not only is it a great value for the money, but it also takes GREAT photos (with the right lens, naturally). The re-designed interface is intuitive and easy to change-up in the midst of shooting. The build quality is solid (as solid as plastic can get, that is), and unless you're a pro who shoots all day long, this thing will hold up for years. The only "downside" is its size: this camera is pretty small compared to most dSLRs. This is easily remedied by buying the Canon battery grip, however. It's pretty much a necessity if you have medium to large hands.

A couple lens suggestions for those on a budget:

- Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens --> fast, sharp, awesome[...]
- Tamron Autofocus 28-75mm f2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) --> speedy, sharp, and a great walk-around lens

In sum, if you're looking to get into the world of dSLRs and want a quality camera that won't break the bank, BUY THE REBEL XTi. You won't be sorry.

I took pictures with this camera with artificial light, natural light, and when it was almost dark and all of my images came out sharp. I'm only using the cheap 18-55mm lens, which does not have image stabilization. As long as I use a tripod, or brace against something to hold the camera still, the images are perfect. I shot landscapes, portraits, animals, moving traffic, the sky, the moon, and everything I could think of and it all came out right.
I was going to buy a 5D, but so far I'm satisfied with this camera and the price is way lower. Now I wonder what my pictures would be like with an IS lens... hmmmm :)

Well, I've had my Rebel Xti for about 6weeks now, and all i can say is wow!!! I did have the Rebel Xt, which was an awesome camera. I'm not a professional, but i do take pictures of what ever it may be outside or inside, youth or adult events as a hobby. This camera is not for the person who wants to just point and shoot or to have a camera to stuff in your pocket. This camera is for the creative person who wants control of the pictures they are taking. The sensor cleaner and wide LCD are just a few of the wonderful advances from the XT to the XTI. The camera for me is easy to use and takes great pictures in auto mode or in my mode.
I hope this helps you in your decision whether to buy or not.

XTi is feature laden, but takes fantastic "point and shoot" photos. Seems to be a significant improvement on Canon's Rebel XT, a wonderful camera. For the money, the best SLR going!

I had the Rebel XT and about 8 lenses and was thinking of getting an upgraded second camera body. So when it came out the 30D was a logical choice, but it was not really much of an upgrade from the 20D, which I resisted, so I was not really sure what to do. Then I had all but decided to just take the plunge and get the 30D when I heard the first rumblings about the XTi.

Then I started to learn the details about the XTi, more mega pixels, same auto focus, same screen, picture styles, dust cleaning! The only areas that the 30D won in my opinion were build quality, spot meter, and estimated shutter life. Those 3 categories were not enough to convince me that the 30D was worth $300-$400 more than the XTi especially since the XTi had won or tied in most categories. The way I look at it is that the camera bodies are not nearly as important as the lenses, they change so fast that it is not worth it to me to spend more for longevity when it will be outdated in a year anyway. Spend $1,500 on a lens, use it for a lifetime, spend $1,500 on a camera body, regret it in a year. I fully expect the upgrade to the 30D to be released within a year, and now that I have saved by getting the XTi I will have all that much more to put towards it when it comes out.

So basically what I am saying is that, in my opinion, the XTi is just as good, if not better than the semi-pro 30D, so why pay more? Switching from the XT to the XTi was very simple, I can use them both now without any problems. The batteries, battery grips, remote shutter release, and most of the other accessories are also compatible with both, which is nice to keep the amount of gear you need to carry to a minimum.

Unless you want to move up to a full frame sensor, I can't see any reasons why you would not want to go with this camera. If you read books on photography from just 1 or 2 years ago you will realize that this "entry level" camera has features that were not even available on top of the line ($5,000+) camera bodies. With the speed that camera bodies advance you might as well buy the entry level body every year instead of making a huge investment in the pro level bodies and then being shown up by something 10% of that price in a year or two. Not that there are not reasons to buy one of those bodies, I just don't seem have any of them.

Canon's Digital Rebel XTi is primarily designed for first-time DSLR photographers. Measuring just 5.0" by 3.7" by 2.6" and weighing 1.1 lbs., it is about as large as the largest point & shoot cameras and one of the smallest DSLR camera bodies on the market. Its small size is the source of both popularity and criticisms. If you have large hands or a heavier lens, it may feel small. An optional battery grip can help, but some will want something more substantial. Visit a store nearby to find out for yourself. If you have smaller hands or prefer portability (e.g., for travel), you may appreciate its size and weight.

The package includes XTi camera body with a cap over the lens mount, battery and charger, manuals and catalogs, neck strap, USB and composite video cables, and CD-ROMs. You need to add lens and CompactFlash memory card. There may be some static energy in the packaging, so remove the lens cap in a dust-free environment such as the bathroom. Although much touted sensor cleaning system helps, it's best not to get any in the first place.

Canon sells 4 versions of XTi: black or silver finish with or without EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Considering most lenses, most accessories, and all but low-end DSLR camera bodies are black, I recommend black. The kit lens can be a good introduction to DSLR and capable if used exclusively at f/8 or f/11 apertures. It is not ideal for shooting under low light. A higher performance zoom lens costs AT LEAST twice as much.

If you don't have to get a zoom lens now, start with Canon's EF 50mm f/1.8 II. It is famous for top-notch optical performance at very low price. Due to XTi's APS-C image sensor, this lens becomes 80mm at 35mm equivalent.

At well over 100 lenses, Canon has the widest lens selection. Some of Canon's popular walkaround zoom lenses include EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EF 17-40mm f/4L USM, EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM, EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM, and EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM. If Canon lenses seem too pricey, third party vendors such as Sigma and Tamron make Canon-compatible lenses for less. Popular examples are Tamron's SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 Di II LD and Sigma's 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC and AF 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC macro.

My walkaround lens is Canon's EF 17-40mm f/4L USM, used for capturing people set against landscape or buildings as well as indoor shots (ISO 400 for flash-free). For more demanding flash-free low light photography, I depend on EF 50mm f/1.4 USM. For telephoto needs, I use EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM. I carry whatever lenses optimized for certain task. In fact, you will soon learn that lenses are far more important than the DSLR body. An XTi armed with a top-notch lens will blow EOS 5D with a cheap lens out of the water.

Performance wise, there's very little to criticize. It embodies Canon's trademark "smooth, high contrast, saturated, and low noise" photos. Even at ISO 800, the noise remains low and well controlled. If you shoot in RAW (instead of JPEG), you can still maintain usable details with acceptable noise at ISO 1600.

With a 10.1 megapixels image sensor, the XTi can benefit from sharper lenses. Although increasing the resolution over same image sensor area typically adds noise, Canon has improved the sensor technology to maintain low noise floor and high dynamic range. An increasing number of DSLR bodies have in-body image stabilizer. This isn't one of them. According to Canon, lens is more effective location for image stabilizer (especially telephoto) and the effects of in-body image stabilizer are not reflected on the viewfinder. I think the feature would've been nice to have. It does have mirror lockup that reduces vibration caused by the mirror movement.

Some have criticized XTi for "plasticky" build. Except for the metal lens mount, the exterior consists of high quality engineering plastic with rubbery paint. Turning on the power switch, it boots up almost immediately ready for use. Auto sensor cleaning kicks in during power up and power down, but it can be bypassed. As with most DSLRs, there's virtually no shutter lag and it focuses in a split second. In continuous shooting mode, it can take 11 RAW or 33 JPEG (best quality) at 3 frames per second. RAW images are 10 MB each, so get a speedy 2 GB or larger memory card, such as SanDisk's Ultra II.

Replacing the dedicated info display is a brilliant 2.5" LED-backlit high resolution LCD. It displays current camera settings, photos in memory, and menu. Compared to info display, it shows more information, provide superior interaction, and looks nicer. On the other hand, it yields 10% lower battery life. Get an extra battery and enjoy the LCD.

Perhaps even more important than LCD is the viewfinder, as most DSLRs (including XTi) do not show live image preview on the LCD. It has 95% crop 0.8x optical viewfinder that displays auto focus points, shutter speed, aperture, exposure, image buffer, and more. Solely missing is the ISO speed. Overall, the viewfinder is more than adequate but pales to Nikon D80's larger and more comprehensive viewfinder.

Although I use Apple's Aperture, included applications are fast and capable (Windows and Mac OS X Universal Binary). The EOS Utility lets you control the camera via USB connection. ImageBrowser (Mac) and ZoomBrowser (Windows) are lightweight and easy to use applications. For more power, included Digital Photo Professional lets you to use XTi's dust delete data feature.

Pros:
- Takes great looking photos.
- Very portable for DSLR.
- Great LCD with intuitive user interface.
- Lots of great lenses to choose from.
- Very capable included software.

Cons:
- No spot metering.
- Below average battery life.
- Maybe too small for some.
- Small viewfinder.

With emphasis on portability, Canon's Digital Rebel XTi is designed for first-time DSLR photographers and travel enthusiasts. Measuring 5.0" by 3.7" by 2.6" and weighing 1.1 lbs., it is about as large as the largest point & shoot cameras and one of the smallest DSLR camera bodies on the market. Its size is the source of both popularity and criticisms. If you have large hands or a heavier lens, it may feel too small. An optional battery grip can help, but some will want something more substantial. Visit a store nearby to find out for yourself.

The package includes camera body with a lens cap, battery, charger, manual, catalogs, neck strap, USB and composite video cables, and CD-ROMs. You will need a lens and CompactFlash memory card. There may be some static energy in the packaging, so remove the lens cap in a dust-free environment such as the bathroom to prevent dust entering the sensor. Much promoted sensor cleaning system helps, but it's best not to get any in the first place.

Canon sells 4 versions of XTi: black or silver finish and with or without EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. Black or silver is largely a personal preference, but most lenses, most accessories, and all but low-end DSLR camera bodies are black. As for the kit lens, it can be an affordable introduction to DSLR and capable if used exclusively at f/8 or f/11 apertures (soft at other apertures). In other words, the lens is not ideal for shooting under low light. If you don't have to get a zoom lens now, start with Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II. It is famous for top-notch performance at very low price. Due to XTi's APS-C image sensor (compositions are multiplied by 1.6x), this lens becomes 80mm at 35mm equivalent.

If you have the budget for a good zoom lens, at over 100 lenses, Canon has you covered. Some of Canon's popular zoom lenses include EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EF 17-40mm f/4L USM, EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM, and EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM. If these are too pricey, third party vendors such as Sigma and Tamron make Canon-compatible lenses for less. Their focus is not as nice as Canon's USM but they generally outperform Canon's lower-end lenses.Tamron's SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) and Sigma's 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC and AF 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC macro are popular among budget-minded photographers.

With 10.1 megapixels image sensor, the XTi can benefit from sharper lenses. Although increasing the resolution over same image sensor area can increase noise, Canon has improved the sensor technology to maintain low noise floor and high dynamic range. Performance wise, there's very little to criticize. Great example of Canon's trademark smooth, high contrast, saturated, and low noise. Noise remains low even at ISO 800. If you shoot in RAW, which will give you an extra exposure (1.0 EV), you can maintain usable details with acceptable noise at ISO 1600. Low noise gives XTi a bit of an excuse for missing in-body image stabilizer. According to Canon, lens is more effective location for image stabilizer, especially telephoto. That's true but I think the feature would've been nice to have. On the plus side, the XTi has mirror lockup that reduces vibration caused by the mirror movement. My sole performance criticism is the metering mode. It includes only partial and not spot metering mode (very useful when shooting high contrast scenes such as candlelit birthday cake). Perhaps more problematic is the evaluative metering mode, which occasionally underexposes images by 2/3 EV.

Some have criticized XTi for "plasticky" build. Except for the metal lens mount, the exterior is largely made of high quality engineering plastic with rubbery paint. If you drop it, it will probably crack or break, but it's sturdy and well made. Flipping on the power lever, it starts up almost immediately ready for use. Much promoted auto sensor cleaning kicks in when powering up and down. As with most DSLRs, there's virtually no shutter lag and it focuses in a split second (especially when using a USM lens). In continuous shooting mode with a fast memory card, it can take 10 RAWs or 27 JPEGs at 3 frames per second. RAW images are 10 MB each, so get a speed 2 GB or larger memory card, such as SanDisk's Ultra II series.

Replacing both 1.8" LCD and info display is 2.5" high resolution LCD with LED backlighting. It displays current camera settings, photos in memory, and menu. Thanks to greater real estate and more refined user interface, XTi is very intuitive and pleasure to use. The minus is 10% lower battery life, which was merely adequate to begin with.XTi has 95% crop 0.8x optical viewfinder that displays 9 auto focus points, shutter speed, aperture, and more, but misses ISO speed, white balance, and metering mode. Overall, XTi's viewfinder is more than adequate but pales to Nikon D80's larger and more comprehensive one.

Highlights of software package are ImageBrowser (Mac OS X Universal Binary), ZoomBrowser (Windows), and Digital Photo Professional (Mac OS X Universal Binary and Windows).ImageBrowser and ZoomBrowser are easy-to-weight lightweight applications for managing JPEG and RAW. Digital Photo Professional is considerably more powerful and lets you use XTi's dust delete data feature for removing dust its sensor cleaning hardware couldn't remove.

I'll keep this short,as I assume most of the tec stuff has been covered.I sold a 350D to get the 400D(XTi).The 400D focuses better,has better ergonomics,is the same size/weight,and takes GREAT photos.I tried a Nikon D80,but it loses way too much detail at iso 400 and up.Plus the Canon line of lenses fits my needs better,are cheaper,and are available.The Nikon costs $300 more (with the Canon being discounted),and the Nikon Raw converter adds another $150.So the true cost difference is $400-450.
I'd buy the Canon over the Nikon at the same price due to image quality,especially if you shoot jpeg.
BTW,if you can afford Canon L lenses(the 25-105L and the 70-200L-any of the 4) are amazing.
One caveat,as with ANY dslr,these cameras are not p/s and do best with some post processing and with knowledge of how a camera meters/exposes,etc.I can't emphasize this enough.

I've shifted from my previous Canon Powershot G2 to this wonderful DSLR, the Canon EOS 400D (or Digital Rebel XTi) and so far I have all praises. Though my G2 took great pictures, there's a mile of a difference a DSLR can deliver. The quality and clarity of each shot instantly makes your pictures look like they have been taken by a professional. The Rebel XTi's handling is deja vu for me because I used to have a Canon EOS 300 (or a Rebel). But its a big leap for me in terms of the plethora of functions and features as compared to my camera of the past. I always bring along my camera just in case I see a moment worth capturing. You can see some of my pictures at [...]

This is my first SLR and I love it, so many things to learn. This body is definitely a good starting point for beginners like myself before we upgrade to something higher (like 5D) while still continue to able to use our collection of lenses. Canon definitely has a good marketing strategy to strengthen its penetration for SLR camera line.

Pros: Good user-interface, affordable, light-weight, good for beginners, compatible with EF & EF-S lenses
Cons: Battery is relative weak, viewfinder is somewhat small

I finally moved up to a DSLR and am very pleased with the quality of this particular camera. A friend has a Pentax DSLR (older) and the pictures the XTi produces are much nicer than his. The Canon is much sharper. I was missing something out of the box and called Canon and was on the phone with a live person within 30 seconds. My missing part was at my door in 4 days. Their customer service is top-notch. I was leary at first purchasing this camera because of the price but I plan keeping it for a very long time and so far so good...it does everything I want and then some. I've read some negative comments about the included lens, but I see no issues so far with that either. It takes some getting used in hand because of its smaller body than other DSLR's I held, but that seems better now as well (after about 40-50 shots).

Bought directly from Amazon, and I swear by them.
Low price, reliability and fast delivery.
I am an old emulsion guy, went from film SLR's (ME Super, AE-1)
to point and shoot digital (A-620). I decided to plunge
into the DSLR field. I can tell you with sincerity, the
images that this camera produces is amazing. I shoot in RAW
and JPEG.

Two reccomendations:

1. Buy the body only. The kit lens is a toy.
Purchase the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8, great glass!
It will be the best 70.00 that you will ever spend.
Build quality does not equal "L" lenses, but the
optics are superb.

2. Buy the Canon Battery Grip if you have large hands.

If you shoot in RAW, a CF card of 2GB is mandatory.

If you purchase this camera, you will not be disappointed.

The Polish Prince.
Green Bay, WI

After a little more than a month reading reviews I finally decided to go for this camera (Canon Rebel XTi). And I think I made the right choice. This camera has not disappointed me. Every picture I take comes out with outstanding quality. It's just amazing.
Some people complain about the fact that Canon got rid of the small lcd screen. I've used the previous model (Rebel XT) and not having the little lcd screen doesn't bother me at all. All the information needed is displayed on the big lcd and it's great.
One more thing, this camera performs great under low light conditions. Check some of the images that I uploaded here.
Okay! In conclusion, this is an awesome camera, and although some might find it not so comfortable, I totally recommend it.

Am I so dumb that I didn't realize the camera is useless without a CF card... and the CF card is not included (not even a 20MB one)? Who would think that Amazon would include the CF card with the million other accessories that they suggest? Instead, it's listed with other things people bought with this camera.

Well now, I feel like an idiot after giving it as a gift - a wonderful feeling after spending $800. Am I asking too much?

This Christmas I asked Santa to get me a good DSLR.
I owned a Fuji S5200, while it was good, after a month of use I found the camera gets in my way, I wasn't able to achieve the shots I wanted to get. So Fuji went off eBay and I faced a dilemma, which camera to buy :)

I was looking at Nikon 80D, Canon 20D and Rebel XTi. My budget was $1300, and I also needed bag, flash card, UV filter (good one), and card reader.

My search started from the lenses, and not from the body as many people do. The logic behind it is simple: body gets upgraded almost every year and prices go down, while lenses are to keep and transfer between the bodies. Also no matter how good the body is, if lenses are cheap, photo will turn bad, and might take lots of time to fix in Photoshop, if at all. And all the bodies today provide virtually equal quality of picture.

Since my budget limitation, I decided to get a wide angle/zoom lenses
~10-70mm, as a first set of lenses and spend no more then $500.
I looked for wide angle lenses since photo can be cropped later, if needed. But there is no way to "widen" it, if it's not wide in the first place - so some important details will be lost.

I looked at the Nikon lenses. The kit lenses were good, but nothing special. There were no comprehensive reviews of third party lenses for Nikon and Nikkor lenses cost over $1000 and were out of my budget. So as much as I loved the body, without good lenses it worth nothing, so I turned to Canon.

The Canon brand lenses went of my list almost immediately. They kit lenses are completely unusable (IMHO), and they $500 range lenses while had all those nifty features (image stabilization and silent motor), didn't provided any good image - and image is why I buy lens. I loved Canon L series lenses (professional), but they started over $1000 and were out of my budget.
So I looked at third party lenses. Tamron SP 17-50 was an immediate winner. High quality image, fast lenses, virtually no image distortion and $450 price made it a no brainer choice.

Next I was looking for a body. Canon 20D would be a nice to have, but it would cost me at least $850 new (I afraid to buy used electronics) and would put me out of my budget.
So I left with Rebel XTi (I was thinking about Rebel XT, but since I plan to keep this body for at least two years, I decided to pay extra $150, though to not to be sorry later).

I guess there is not much new to say about Rebel XTi, there are tons of reviews available. All I can say it was very easy to learn and operate, and I found the controls are easy to access and use. The pictures are superb. Those whining about battery life, should try to turn off the sensor cleaner (it drained battery heavily), and turn it on manually as needed.

I'm very happy with my Canon, and highly recommend to everybody whose budget is not allowing anything more expensive. After all there is always better thing just around the corner.

I owned a Canon Rebel 300D. The 400D performs much much better than the 300D. The light meter seems more accurate. The color is much more balanced. It is also much easier to see camera settings on the big LCD. The frame rate is also improved from the old 300D. From what I read, the electronics is probably better than the more expensive Canon 30D; the 30D has better mechanical parts, but I am a casual shooter, I am much more likely to replace the 400D way before the mechanical parts become an issue. I also like the smaller body of the 400D. Would be nice if it has image stabilization in the body and if it has built in wireless.

The EOS Digital Rebel XTi or EOS 400D is one of the best DSLRs on the market.

The camera features Canon's new EOS Integrated Cleaning System, which shakes off dust on the sensor. If any dust cannot be removed, it can be removed with the bundled software.

The resolution is good, upgrading from the XT's 8.0 megapixels to 10.1 megapixels. However, that is slightly less than the Nikon D80 or the Sony a100, which both have 10.2 megapixels, 0.1 more megapixels.

There are so many other things that are upgraded.

But there are some disappointments.

First of all, the camera is not as comfortable as a Nikon or a Sony. Many critics often highly recommend this camera, but prefer Nikon or Sony over Canon.

The AF could sometimes be slow, bt this is normal.

The package with the lens is rather disappointing, so I bought a body only package.

Overall, I recommend the body only package, and buy another lens. If you are happy with the package with the lens, sure, buy it. But I would prefer buying a body only kit and then buying a separate lens (mine is a Sigma 18-200mm 1:3.5-6.3).

We purchased this camera for Christmas and it instantly took over as the camera of choice for group family photos. We love it. You can't use the camera right out of the box, though, as it does not come with a CF card (compact flash card). A CF card is required for image storage and they aren't very available on Christmas day. Add about $[...] to the total price for a 1GB CF card.

The camera does it all -- fully automatic, fully manual, bracketing, macro, etc, etc, etc. The packaged software does some really interesting things with RAW images. If you use the RAW image medium, you can alter the image per different camera settings after you download them to your computer. It is a great way to see exactly what all those settings mean.

It does not do movies, but this is a still camera -- and it does stills very well.

I am very pleased with this purchase. Canon has a way of making advanced photography techniques easy for me to use. I upgraded from my Canon S1IS to the Rebel and I am very pleased with everything the Rebel can do and how simple it is for me to grasp the features and use them. The quality of my amateur photography has leaped into realms I never dreamed of. I could get technical and reel off numbers, stats and stuff but this purchase was not like that for me. I just read a lot of reviews and rolled the dice. Glad I did. No regrets.

This product far surpasses my expectations as an industry pro. Easy to use, hard to take a bad shot. No downside. I bought one for my business and family.

....but still thrilled with the purchase. we'll never scratch the surface regarding the capabilities of this camera, but we're very happy with the purchase. Extremely good for sports photography. The rapid fire shooting is great.

I decided to take the plunge and try a DSLR and I love this camera. I took it on a photo trip this fall where a bunch of guys had bigger more "pro" style gear - I could hardly lift some of their cameras. For me, this is perfect. The grip fits my girly hands well, and it's comfortable to carry all day. The only downside to the light weight is that when I put my biggish zoom lens on it, it feels unbalanced, especially on a tripod. I've taken just over 2000 pictures with it, and I've not yet had any problems. I splurged on the Canon Zoom Telephoto EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 image stabilized lens and it's super for nature photography. The image stabilizer lets me hand-hold it with acceptable-to-me results down to about 1/30 sec - better with a tripod of course but that's not always an option.

If you're considering jumping to SLR for the first time, it's well worth looking into a class or a beginner's book or video. You'll need to wrap your mind around the aperture/exposure/depth of field relationships to really get the most out of the camera and make good lens purchase decisions for the type of photography you want to do. I had used film SLRs ages ago, but I took a one-day class at a local camera shop right after buying the camera and it was really helpful.

Wow, is Amazon going to be sorry that they asked me to write a review on this product!! This camera is such a disappointing piece of junk that we returned it. Upon further research on the internet, we found that we were one of many people whose XTi produced photos that were incredibly dark and underexposed, even though we bought and used the Canon EX430 Flash with it. Sent some photos to Canon, and they confirmed that camera was defective. We then went to [..]and bought another XTi, only to have the same results. Sent some of that camera's photos to Canon, and they again said the camera was not working correctly! Their tech supervisor told us that the "green box" fully automatic setting is just a marketing ploy and this model is really incapable of taking a good photo when set on full automatic settings. Why could my film SLR take an excellent photo on auto focus, auto shutter, auto aperature, etc.? Don't buy this piece of junk!!

I bought the camera for my wife -- it is her third in the successive generations of Digital Rebels. She thinks the camera is fantastic. Each has been an enhancement to the prior, with the base model having been quite good to begin with.

I got the XTi to replace my XT (just wanted to upgrade) and loved it until I discovered one major flaw I could not overlook. We were trying to take a family Christmas portrait of my husband, myself, and our 5 month old daughter. I asked my mom to take the pictures one after the other while my dad tried to get our daughter to laugh. After 20 shots (using flash)the camera locked up completely with a constant "busy" signal and she was only able to take one picture every 10 or so seconds. I can't count how many great shots we missed because she was pressing the shutter and the camera wouldn't respond. I duplicated this issue over and over, confirmed in the manual that this is how it operates normally, and even communicated with Canon to confirm that this is normal.
Considering I usually take many pictures at a time to try to capture a smile or a cute expression this major flaw rendered this camera useless to me. The old XT does not have this issue so I very sadly and reluctantly returned the XTi. I am so disappointed in the XTi. The major purpose is to take pictures so if there is some "flash recycling feature" that prevents me from doing that - what is the point?

I've had this camera for going on 4 months, and I absolutely love it. This is my first digital SLR camera, and I'm really pleased with it. The image quality is really sharp, and it's very easy to use. I happen to have a background in photography, so it may be a bit easier for me than it is for a complete novice. However, I find the controls to be very convenient, and I lovve the resolution and size of the LCD display on the back of the camera.

I've read that the camera is a bit harder to handle for people with larger hands, but I don't have that problem. It's relatively lightweight and easy to handle.

I purchased this camera together with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens. I was interested in starting my rig with a good prime lens that would perform well under low lighting and be appropriate for head-shoulder portrait photography. I have had this camera and lens for four months now and I must say that this combination suits my needs perfectly. Perfect for anybody getting their first D-SLR camera. Even for anyone wanting to point and shoot, this camera in the auto mode is easy enough to not intimidate you. And for the more advanced photographers, it gives full control to be able to photograph in any shooting situation. I strongly recommend that you pass the kit lens and get the body only option together with the lens that best fits your budget and needs. Even the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 (about the same prize as the kit lens) would give you better results than the kit lens. Bear in mind that the kit lens doesn't even have an ultrasonic focusing motor. The only oddity I can think of is the small size that makes it difficult to hold this camera. But after some time, the body "grows" into your hand (you adjust your grip in a way that it is comfortable to shoot with this camera and you end up forgetting the small size). Excellent first D-SLR camera and worthy second body for professionals.

Awsome camara. Super shots, clean crisp and very easy to use. A tad heavy for my wife but she has gotten used to it. Great value.

Area for improvement is more clarity around the CF card. Would have been nice to know that it was not included in with the camera nor assessory packet. Would also have been good to know specifically what size CF card was need. Spun wheel getting this info on line and ended up going to Best Buy.

Long ago I shot a Pentax K-1000. Soon after I was shooting the digital APS cameras. Now the DSLR's are affordable; I saw what my father was shooting with his EOS XT and now the XTi is out. I bought an XTi along with the EF 24-105mm lens, image stabilized (IS), L-glass. After a month of shooting I can only say "wow"! Spend the money on the lens. Depth of field and color is excellent. This more than blows away my old point and shoot digital camera. Every time I download pictures there are at least a couple where I say wow, I can't believe how good that is... I'm just a hobby shooter, I dabble in photography, but this camera makes me feel like a pro.

I would also highly recommend the Cannon EX580 external flash. Again like the lens, a little bit of cost, but in many of these pics using a bounce flash I can almost not tell I was using a flash at all.

We are just moving into the world of SLR Photography and this camera is fantastic. It is easy to use and takes amazing photos. Beyond impressed.

"Black Body Only" is almost jargon. I totally misunderstood that this did not include a basic lense. Had to return and re-order. The company that shipped the camera is great to work with.

This XTi is a solid entry level digital SLR. It is many auto features for a novice like my self to use. As my abilities increase the camera has potential as well. After using the quick start guide I have been able to use this camera almost immediately. It is versatile in that you can mount EF-S and EF model lenses with the camera. It is a good starter SLR. I do recommend buying the lens separately from the standard 18-55mm lens. The kit lens lacks the USM and the IS, but features add to the camera.

My hat is off to Canon on the body, sensor, processor, and feature set on this camera. It's great. It takes beautiful pictures that I'm very pleased with. There is definitely a sticker shock when you start piecing together your DSLR kit. I know that I've spent about $2300 on the camera and 4 lenses. It's unfortunate that you still have to spend that to get a precision photography experience, but that's how it is. You can't go wrong with this DSLR.

My only complaint would be that I'd trade the 2.5" LCD back to the XT for the smaler LCD and the monochrome LCD info screen. The 2.5" LCD info screen on this XTI doesn't work like I'd like it to. It's a small complaint though and a small price to pay for a 10 megapixel sensor.

I am now using this camera for almost 2 months. Its been a great experience working with this camera. The 18-55 mm wide angle lens itself has capture brilliant photos whether it is night or day. I also have the Canon 100-400mm IS Telephote lens which I used to take the far images is the exact match for this mate. I have been highly overwhelmed to work with this.

I've been using the camera for about two month now. It's a decent buy although you might want to consider the body only and get a better lens. I spent the first couple of weeks struggling with the kit lens. It might not have anything to do with the kit lens but I did get a lot better pictures with Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS lens. One problem I'm having is the 9-point AF. Canon may think it a good feature, quite often it focuses on the wrong thing. And even it focuses on the "right" thing, in most cases the image is not sharp. So I use the single point focus most of the time. But this gives me another problem. If I pick the non-center focus point, AE might not be accurate as the metering doesn't follow the AF point (I could be wrong on this). So in tricky condition I have to lock the AE first then reposition and shoot. Again this only happens in tricky situation. I'd say 90% of the time AE is ok. High end camera body may have better feature but I'd rather spend more on lens as you can take equally good pictures if you know the body well enough, and I'm still discovering.

The product performs as advertized. It is more camera than the average user needs but has completely automated features for those who don't want to know the ins and outs of professional photography to take quality photos. I highly recommend. Choose the lenses that fit your requirements and you will be "good to go".

This is an easy to use digital SLR. I was amazed at the many professional quality images that I obtained during a recent visit to San Diego Wild Animal Park. However, beware of vendors who may try to substitute a gray product (400D) for the U.S. version (XTi). It is light handling even with the telephoto. The 9 autofocus points make it easy to use this on full auto with sharp images.

I've only had this for a few days but I love it! I upgraded from the Digital Rebel 300d and I had the D30 before that so I was already very familar with how this camera works. The only thing I was disappointed was that it took a different battery, battery grip, and charger from my 300d.

The biggest reason I upgraded was to get the bigger burst capacity but the better focus system, bigger screen, and of course added megapixels definately made it worth every penny of the upgrade. Another thing is that the body is smaller than the 300d which was smaller than the d30. I miss the heft of the d30 but plan to get the battery grip which will add some weight back to it. Its smaller size and lighter weight will probably be much better apreciated after I travel some with it.

If you have had digital PS cameras, you know they take good pics of average scenes, but sometimes they try to be too smart and get in the way of what you really want to achieve. If you are familiar with 35mm SLRs, you really miss the ability to control things.

The new generation of DSLRs are now as good as 35mm for enlargements, and modern storage media (flash cards and hard disks) allow for storage of a lot of images even at maximum size and quality. The Canon is the best value of a very good set of contenders from Nikon and Sony. The sensor in the camera is 24 mm (larger is better -- we will soon see a 35 mm sensor). This camera can use legacy Canon lenses as well as the new EFS (short focus in the back specifically for digital EOS). Because the sensor is not 35mm, you have to multiply lens length by a conversion factor, in this case 1.6, to get 35 mm equivalent (example: a 50mm lens will give the same result as an 80mm on a 35 SLR).

The kit lens is ok but not great. I got a Tamron 28-75 f2.8 which is my primary lens. I may splurge and get one of the Canon "L" series lenses in the near future.

The camera is compatible with iPhoto on the Mac (I have yet to encounter one that is not), and comes with its own image browser and photo editing software. On the Mac, I am using the Canon image browser and iPhoto for picture management, but still prefer Photoshop elements when I need more image manipulation. iPhoto albums are effectively folders that can be loaded into the navigation window of Image Browser.

I have been a film camera buff all my life. I have looked at digital cameras for the past several years but was waiting on the features that I have in my film SLR's. This was reasonably priced and pretty full featured (lacking only in spot metering). I gave it a try. I am well satisfied with it. I have shot several thousand images and find the images more than satisfactory, the camera easy to use and am becoming a digital convert.

Pros:
- Great Battery Life
- Stunning Clarity
- Easy to use
- Automatic Dust Removal
Cons:
-Rubbish Kit Lens

This is my first DSLR but I have had no problems using this camera and have gotten some stunning results. In my opinion the only thing which is lacking is the kit lens, but I have still managed to take some good shots with this. Overall extermely pleased.

I love the camera but have only been using the automatic focus mode and wish you could force the flash in this mode but you can't. Sometimes pictures of baby come out dark b/c the automatic flash doesn't go off. I guess I need to learn how to use the manual functions so I can force the flash myself. Automatic just seems easier when quickly trying to capture the brief moment when she is smiling and looking at me (with her eyes) open all at the same time!

I take a lot of pictures and have a great deal of fun doing it. I also spend more time editing the pictures than I do taking them. I love the outdoors and traveling. I take my camera everywhere. So, you can imagine how really excited I was about moving up to an SLR body camera and all the advantages that it could give me. Unfortunately, it turned out that it took every ounce of joy out of taking pictures for me.

For starters, I am too stupid to get it to work well! There is no doubt this is a fine camera. In the hands of someone who knew what they were doing and were willing to spend the time, it will perform very well. However, for a hack like myself, I could only get about 40% of my shot on autopilot to looked really good. I don't know where it was focusing but even with all the help on board it only got part of it right. There where some really outstanding pictures compared to my old camera but I couldn't tell when it was going to work. In low light there was no hope. There was nothing I could do to hold it still enough to get a clear shot. I had it wedged up against a concrete building and low wall trying to take a picture of Austin's skyline at night. I even added my tripod for more support and it still didn't work. Which bring me to another fact of life with these cameras. They are very expensive. The image stabilization cost more than the camera and that is just the start! It looked to me that I would have at least $3,000 invested into this thing to get it to do what I wanted! That is an awful lot of money for very little return when comparing these cameras to the cheaper easier to use models.

Then there is the size of the thing. When you add in all the goodies that go with it you have a massive bundle of stuff that is not only heavy, it is pretty large. I can't see any real reason for all of this given the new advances photography. I spent all my time messing with the camera and lugging stuff around instead of enjoying myself and having fun. I called my boss for advice and he had sold his big SLR and was carrying a little subcompact. I sent it back.

PS The service I got at Amazon was terrific.

This camera has everything that you need, has been easy to learn how to use (it's my first digital camera), and takes great pictures. It's been a lot of fun to play around with. I'm especially interested in low light photography, and have been very impressed with the sharpness and quality of the images even without a tripod. I generally like to set most everything manually, and it's been easy to work with in that regard. Many of the auto features are good enough that it's been slowly tempting me to become more lazy.

Also, the software package that comes with the camera has been easy to use. It makes handling the much larger number of pictures I take now (vs. my old Canon AE-1) a lot easier than I thought it would be.

If you're looking for a capable SLR camera at a good value, I would definitely recommend this one.

Wonderful camera! Worth every penny plus some! It's true you can't immediately see the pic that you take at the exact moment but you can pull it up immediately after you take it with a push of the play button.

PRO'S: Great features and images. Easy to use and follow instructions. CON'S: No CF card supplied with camera, can't view image through display screen when taking photos.

This camera blows my mind. It has features and functions I never would have dreamed a camera to have...Now I have to say, I'm "old" (56) so I'm used to more dinosaur like cameras. But the Canon Rebel XTi is the absolute coolest thing I've ever used in photography. And, I'm just now learning it. It is like buying a Ferrari and only going 60! There is so much more this machine can do. IT is a dream camera, for me. I can hardly wait to figure it all out!!! lol

This camera is fantastic. The picture quality cannot be beat, and the features of the camera are countless. I am not a proffesional, but wanted a nice camera. Even the less than "guru" can work it because of its ease of use. I bought a lot of things this past year, but this is by far my best purchase. I would definately recommend that if you purchase this to buy an additional lense with a bigger zoom. But other than that, this camera will make you very happy!!!
I am also glad I purchased it with [...]. They had the best price on the camera, and got it here on time!

What can I say, I love Canon cameras. Deciding to buy this camera wasn't a big deal because I knew I wanted Canon & I already had Canon lenses that I used with my film camera. It works great & takes beautiful shots. Since I already own a rebel, getting used to the options was not difficult because they are not that different. The display is nice & big. I haven't used the dust cleaner app on it yet because I haven't needed to, but I did play around with other settings & have had a ball. Some people have complained about the images being too dark...I think it may be a preference or just particular settings. Just like any camera, you need to make adjustments to get the image the way you want. At any rate, I really like it, but I'm still not ready to give up my film cameras.

Has performed admirably. After only making the step up to a digital SLR now (I'd been holding off as long as I could to get as good a performance as possible), it's lived up to every expections.

Battery life has been great (only charged once in two weeks while travelling with it), and having tried it with 5 different lenses now (from fisheye's to 70-200mm f/2.0), it's been fantastic. You should see the zoom factor with the 70-200mm :)

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My new XTi underexposed & I've since learned that others have had this problem. Be aware of this correctable problem. Canon agreed there was an issue with my camera after I sent them a series of photos & histograms. Their service center gave fast service & appear to have corrected the problem. I've long used digital point & shoot cameras (Olympus & Kodak). This is my first SLR. I went to an SLR to get faster shots & hopefully greatly improved low light shots. The XTi certainly solved my need for faster shots. Initial evaluation of night/low light shots show great improvement over the non-SLR cameras. Photos of nightime lighted Christmas trees are not as blurry. Too early in the evaluation (plus I need to upgrade from the kit lens) to say it fully meets my desire for good low light shots.

THe underexposure problem (both indoor & outdoor shots too dark) could be compensated for by increasing exposure by +2/3.

I have been extremely pleased with the Rebel XTi. I'm a relatively new-comer to the SLR world, but have been learning quickly (the XTi helps with the learning process since it is very easy to use). My major impetus in moving into the SLR world was my frustration with the large delay in depressing the shutter and pictures actually being taken with most digital cameras. Now that my children are getting more involved in sports and "moving" activities, I found that my old Sony DSCP93 camera (despite it's very nice pictures), was just not quick enough to capture these moments effectively. (Although I miss being able to just pop it into my pocket...)

The silver body stays nice and cool during the hot days of summer in bright sunlight - which is the only advantage over the black body that I've found (that seems to be why all of the professional Canon-afficianado's prefer those white Canon lenses...). The presets for shooting makes the learning curve a little easier and helps aid in figuring out the intricacies of how to use the advanced features of this camera. Another great part is the large MP of the camera - makes cropping pictures much easier, and still allows for large size photo prints. Overall a great camera.

Here's my two cents as a long time 350D user - the new 400D isn't a whole lot better. Some, but not much. And my 400D even has a sever firmware problem.

Pro:

- Better grip. Yes, I can feel the difference and the 400D is better.
- The 2.5" LCD is better, quite a bit better.
- The auto rotation works, and fast. Couldn't get the 350D to work somehow.
- CF door feels more solid with a nice and reaasuring door-shutting sound, instead of the "almost-closed-but-might-fall-off" type of sound on my 350D - better build quality I suppose.
- Continuous shooting is faster and longer, for sure.

Neutral:

- Hasn't own it long enough to know if the pro-active dust cleaning works
- imporved menu navigation didn't do much for me, same laboring process to go through to get to the necessary setting. Some mentioned that the setting will stick with no need to click the set button now. But for me, the set button click on 350D wasn't a problem to begin with. You just get used to it over time. I think the 30D's a different league, close to that of the Nikons. Nikon seems to do a better job letting the shooter get to the functions more easily.
- The 9 point AF and 2MP surplus don't do much to improve IQ either. A little maybe, but not as visible as I'd hope for with all the hype.

Con:

- Do have the metering error like some other users mentioned: some of the pictures come out under exposed for no reason, because others are fine from the same series. I think there's a bug in the new firmware.
- My 400D has a nasty bug, sometimes it takes forever to recycle the internal flash. 350D never has the problem. With two different new batteries, various setting changes, and different lenses, no use. It happens quite often and unpredictable. Once it happens, you just can' do anything. It holds up the camera and freezes. When the flash is down, no problem.

Conclusion:
I think the 400D is a quick hack from Canon trying to beat Nikon and Sony to the market, with some quite unexpected and hideous bugs in the firmware. I just hope they will get it right the next time, plus with the anti-shake feature like Sony did.

So I am glad Canon called this one XTi (for improved XT?). I am sticking with my 350D and waiting for the real XT 2.0, if Canon ever comes to that.

I still have the SD200 I bought a year or two ago, but the XTI is great. I am still learning all the settings. Now I'm starting to play with the RAW and continous shooting modes. I can't wait until nature starts getting it's color back to go shooting in some of the parks around town. A friend of mine has an XT and his photos from last summer look great, I can't imagine what the XTI's will look like.

All I can say is buy THE biggest Memory Card you can find. If you shoot in RAW + L, it eats them alive. I had to wait for my Ultra II 2 gig and ended up using a standard 1 gig for a while. Now I just need to decide if I should shell out for more cards or to get an IS USM lens.

I was suprised when I used up the battery the first time, not because it went fast (it didn't) but because it uses the same as the Elura series Camcorder I have.

I can't say enough about it. Even when I screw up a shot, like when my dog bumps my leg, I can still see great detail. Canon did a great job with this camera and if you register it like I did, they answer even the rookiest of questions quicker than you would expect.

If you are looking for an upgrade from a point and shoot to a SLR, this is for you. If you are already familiar with Canon's Menus and Programs, that's just icing.

Bought this right after Christmas, when Santa decided I had been good, but not good enough for this kind of cash.

Let's face it, $800 is serious coin for most of us, and there are hundreds of cheaper cameras out there.

So why plunk down this kind of money for a camera? Well, it depends on who you are, and what you plan to use it for. If you are looking for a point-and-shoot for snapshots, you should probably pass. There are cheaper cameras out there (Canon Powershots, for example) that will give you what you want for less.

However, if you are a semi-serious photographer, this is an extremely nice camera. I'll skip the tech specs, as you can find those elsewhere. Here's what counts for me: the shots are ultra-crisp, and the camera features are phenomenal. There are enough MPs here to do some significant enlargements, without loss of clarity.

I'd rate myself an enthusiastic amateur photographer, and, in all honesty, this is probably too much camera for me. Which is good, as I'll be buying a manual, and working to get everything out of this camera I can. I am using this as an educational tool. I'll experiment with it, and learn more by using it.

In my mind, well worth the price.

The Canon xti 10.1mp is easy to use, lenes from my canon rebel 35 mm camera interchange nicely.

The camera produces dark pictures and needs manual exposure compensation to correct this. I have used a Canon film SLR camera for years and compared to that, it certainly feels there is something wrong in the metering of this camera. I am returning mine tomorrow.

Pros:

1.Better hand grip
2.Nice 2.5 screen.
3.Faster burst
4.Solid CF card door.

Neutral:

1. Proactive anti-dust. Haven't used long enough to tell the effectiveness
2. 9-point AF. No apparent improvement of the old 7 point AF. Nikon uses
11 pt AF and I heard it was worse than Canon...

Con:

1. Freezes after consecutive flash shots or burst shots without flash. Freezes upto 1 minute. Apparently the old battery is not up for the job.
2. Dark shots more often than XT (350D) - metering problem.
3. 10mp only gets the file large and uses up CF faster. Not much else.

Bottom line:
I'll wait for the 30D upgrade...

Just the cons here:

Picked this up recently and love it and great DSLR to learn from. You can never go wrong with Canon point to shoot to SLR cameras including ZR camcorders too. CANON all the way!

I bought this for work so it had to deliver. It has a million options. I read the short description carefully and then the long description carefully. But I'm old and my eyes can't see little bitty print in the dim light, so the settings on the dials are completely useless. My final solution was to download the manual from Canon as a PDF and then bring it up on my PC while I practiced with the camera. This worked. I discovered that the jpeg default settings are not as good as the Elph I have and love, but it doesn't matter. I still have the Elph and I use it at parties.

For the purpose I acquired it, the XTi is perfect. I shoot everything in RAW and downconvert it to jpg with the software Canon provides. Their software is OK, I give it a 7. The one they provide is like Excel, it will do a lot of different things, but with a lot more work than I want to do.

The provided me with the APIs and I'm a coder so I intend to write a decent program. If everyone needed the same thing I do, Canon would have written that program and I wouldn't have to. I will say that the world should settle on one RAW format so Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, Google and the rest can write this stuff instead of just Canon and me.

I waited a long time for this camera, but it was worth it. I sent several emails to Canon along the way complaining about rebates. I have never received a rebate in my life, so I won't buy any products that are in a rebate/price spiral.

Even the very best point and shoots are junk compared with this camera. Can't say enough about how cool it is. It opened up a whole new world for me. Now it takes a real effort not to be obsessive in learning about new lenses and how to use them. As cool as this camera is with the kit lense, other better lenses take it to a whole other level.

If you are on the fence, just go for it, you won't regret it.

So far I have had no problems with this camera. It takes really sharp pictures and it's really easy to use. I would recommend getting an image stabilization lens after seeing what my friend's lens can do. I chose this camera over the Sony A100 after a long debate between the two. I tested both out in a store and I just like the overall feel of the Canon. I plan on getting an image stabilization lens though, so if you want a camera with image stabilization for less money, go with the Sony. I still think the Canon is a better camera though. Good Luck!

This is a fabulous camera. Exactly what I expected. Please note that BODY ONLY means NO LENS!!!!!

Lots of megapixel, great image quality, fast processing speed and many more. I wish the body were a little bigger.

The canon digital Rebel it's a wonderful camera, so many functions that I will really have to study on them, there's just one thing that I'm not sure if I don't know or it's like that, do any of you know if I can use the LCD screen to see the images when I'm taking the picture, or do I always have to use the visor?

It's a great product !

I'd bought a 300D as soon as I realized they existed. I liked it... took some decent shots, dragged it along w/me in Europe, used it for work, etc... but I always felt like I was being shortchanged on features for the amount of cabbage that I dropped for the thing... plus, I was convinced (though may be wrong) that my constant problem w/underexposure was the camera's fault... so I sold the 300d with a plan to buy a 30d asap...

finances took a turn and my hopes for a 30d went down with them... but I soon found myself back in the market for a 30d, and nearly bought one, until I took a more critical look at the xti.

in short, it's exactly the camera i'd hoped for in the 300d i'd bought initially. and it was considerably less expensive.

not a huge fan of the smaller grip, but i've since added a non-canon battery grip and really like the resultant feel.

if the funding is not an issue, then 30d > xti any day of the week. but, if you're semi-broke like myself, the 450d is teh hott.


p.s. i would rate this somewhere between 4 and 5 stars, but chose 4 to avoid hyperbole. thank you.

Photography is a relativly new hobby for me and I've gone through several cameras over the last couple years. After talking to a friend of mine, a professional photographer, I settled on getting the Canon Rebel SLR. I couldn't be happier with the camera. It's high end enough to do everything I could ever want and still not overly complicated. With a new baby on the way you can be assured that this camera will get a great deal of use.

After two weeks and 450 pictures the camera failed. Up until failure unit was excellent- easy to use and great pictures. Failure involved total malfunction of all camera function in other than automatic. Service was prompt and polite but online database was useless in trying to resolve problem. After minute with live support was advised to return camera to service depot, which I have since done. Bought Canon XTi because previous 35mm Rebel bought in 94 had been flawless and wanted to use existing zoom lenses. Expect unit back from warranty repairs in two weeks and we will see. But leaves an uneasy feeling with me regarding reliability, plus cost of shipping for warranty.

My parents wanted to give me a camera for a gift. I'm a professional who mostly shoots Fashion, Events, and Portrait throughout Chicago; my camera is my livelehoodand only source of income! Here are some of my thoughts:

FASHION: It works great. I can drop the ISO to 100 and fire off at a decent speed. I've used the XT to get work printed in a handfull of magazines and it looks like the XTi will continue this trend! It's easy to use and I LOVE the larger LCD screen! I need to show the models how they look so they can make adjustments to their poses and they find it easy to hold and use. It is also great to show the Makeup Artist and hairstylist the image through the large LCD screen. I do suggest a battery grip since most portraits tend to be horizontal and it will help eliminate aching in your hand fromreaching over. The resolution is great and I can blow images to 20x30 with ease!

EVENT: It's a bit sketchy at some events. I paired it with the Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8 and my 580ex at a CEO breakfast. The glass was not fast enough so I had to bump the ISO to 1600. NOISE! NOISE! NOISE! I was shocked to see so much noise. It was even high at 400 & 800. WOW! I was bothered by this, but then again: I pushed the camera to its limit AND it cost less then $1,000. I cannot complain! One other note: I had someone ask ifI could "turn down the sound of the shutter." HA! Obviously I cannot change the sound of a mirror slapping against metal and plastic, but the camera DOES soundmuch louder then the 30d and 5d I have shot with in the past!

PORTRAIT
Most of the portraits I do are for CEO's, Musicians, and random people who contact me for my services. Most have no idea that the XT and XTi are the cheapest of the Canon line and they do not care: they just want excellent photographs!

TURN ONS:
Large LCD
Compact design
Easy to hold (for people with smaller hands)
High resolution

TURN OFFS:
Noisey at high ISO
Louder then the 30d and others
No clickwheel
Small size (hard to hold when you have larger hands)

I've had the Rebel, the Rebel XT, and now this Rebel XTi. The design just keeps getting better and better. I love the new bigger screen. It's so much easier to see the camera settings. I highly recommend this camera.

I have used the same 35mm film camera for 20 years. So now I have decided to dive into the digital camera pool. This was my first digital camera purchase. I researched digital cameras on the internet and decided to get the Canon Digital Rebel XTi. My reasons for getting this camera are:
1. No shutter lag - This means that when you press the button to take the picture, the camera takes the picture at that moment. This is a very important issue when taking things that happen all of a sudden. A friend of mine had a little pocket digital camera at spring break...lets just say he was very disipointed with the shutter lag on his camera.
2. View finder - Maybe I am so used to my regular 35mm film camera that I just have to have a view finder. A lot of the point and shoot cameras don't have a view finder. You have to use the LCD screen to see what you are looking at. That can be handy if you are holding the camera away from your face to take a picture. But I like to look at what I want to take the picture of and bring the camera up to my eye...done. No trouble finding exactly what you want to shoot. Remember, with the XTi camera, the LCD screen only shows the picture after you take it. You can't use the LCD to view what you want to take.
3. The feel - Again, probably from my 35mm camera, but I just love the feel of a regular sized camera in my hand.
4. Continuous shooting - This is a fast camera for taking multiple shots in a row. Great for action shots.
5. The Price - This is still not a cheap camera, but it is cheaper than most of the others.
The things to look out for on this camera are the settings. This camera has lots of settings and buttons. This is a good thing, but if you are not used to cameras, it can be a lot to take in. The only thing I noticed about this camera is on outside photos, if you get a lot of sky in the shot, it can make the rest of your photo a little on the dark side. There are settings to correct for this. So over all, this is a great camera. I am still getting used to all of the settings.

This is my first digital SLR. I've had the S3 for about 8 months now and learned a lot about composition and exposure, so I decided to take the leap and get the SLR.
So far, so good. I like the overall feel of the camera, love the speedy and accurate focusing and of course, it's a beautiful machine.
Miss the image stabilization, and using the LCD to compose the picture I'm taking.
I need to upgrade the lens really quick. The kit lens is NOTHING to write home about. As a matter of fact, the test pics I've taken are so comparable to the S3, It's even scarry! My new 50mm f/1.4 is on it's way.

I have owned this camera for ~ two months. The pictures are incredible. I do recommend getting a memory card with speed over 100x. The software that comes with the camera is very easy to use and adds a lot of value to the pictures. I'm very satisfied.

Received my XTi last week. I'm just learning to use this camera and using it in the auto mode only for now. The lens that everyone said was garbage is good for a beginner like me. The picture quality is much better than my old Olympus Point and Shoot (16 years old!). I plan to purchase an additional lens for sports shots soon. I know I will enjoy this camera for years to come. It's easy to operate in the auto mode, yet has many advanced features as well for someone more experienced. Love the large LCD screen. I researched for months before making a camera purchase. For my budget range, this one had all the rave reviews. I love it!

Great customer service from Amazon, free shipping, and I got a free Canon Printer! Ordered product on Sunday before President's Day. Received my camera by Wednesday. Amazon overcharged me by $[...]. I called and the rep credited my card with no problems. I was hesitant about making such an expensive purchase on the internet, but the transaction was perfect. I plan to order more photography accessories from Amazon.

This is a very, very capable and good camera. Let's first tackle the bare basics. It's quite small, thus travelling with it is a breeze (in comparison to DSLRs), nice features, large LCD. The sensor is highly sensitive and quite sharp, coupled with it's DIGIC-II processor (Canon's new generation image processor, over DIGIC-I as in XT) produces astounding images.

Let's quickly review the *extras*. Dust-cleaning - contrary to other reviews, it is a VERY, VERY vital component. If you review other specialized photography websites/materials, you'll understand how big a problem it is, in case there's dust in the sensor. It's called a honker and you'll get it every damn snap and with passage of time, it just keeps increasing! Esp. if you go to the beach, garden of flowers, etc. The hardware-based cleaning system is very effective. The default behavior, whereby every time the camera is switched on, the cleaning happens, can be switched off with one of the custom-functions. Those complaining about startup time - here was your answer.

Canon manufactures it's own sensor. ALL other DSLRs in the market today, yes - INCLUDING Nikon - outsource it.

ALL Canon SLRs do NOT have image stabilization at sensor-level - you have to have optical stabilizers thru the lens. Reason - hardware stabilization is a difficult proposition almost always effect the quality of the photo esp. at higher ISO (400+). Optical stabilization is very, very effective and 10 times better in quality.

This is an entry-level product. But, one of the things Canon has done is the inclusion of Picture modes, which was first seen in D5. It is a very, very useful inclusion whereby you can tone up the photos based on the type of photograph you're shooting. In slide-film comparison, it's like shooting with Kodak-100SW for potrait and Fuji-Provia100F for street and Velvia 64 for Macros/flowers! Great, great stuff.

Noise-level - very reasonable till ISO 800. Beyond which, there's visible noise. It's advisable to shift histogram to right, without clipping when doing ISO beyond 800, in order to reduce the S/N ratio - a very difficult feature to explain here - something inherent to all sensors.

LET'S DO SOME COMPARISONS HERE ----> Let's take 30D. Many would say, what the heck - it's a different beast altogether. Not exactly (excluding the mega-pixel diff, which I really don't care much, as anything around and beyond 8 MP is fine and doesn't matter). Essentially, the core difference being 30D has the 2nd. wheel at the back, lacking in XTi. In XTi, for ex. if you're in Tv (shutter-priority)and you want to over-expose by 1-stop, it's a cumbersome process involving using a shift-key and the main-dial. In 30D, it's more simple (use the 2nd. dial) and those having used EOS film-cameras it's a no-change. 30D is bigger. XTi is small. In fact, so much so, that if someone with LARGE HANDS - well, better try it out first! Another BIGGIE lacking in XTi - spot-metering. Those doing potraits, well - look out. You can of course spend the additional $300 between XTi and 30D on a dedicated spot-meter (actually a better option). 30D - no dust-cleaning option. If you frequent places in the 3rd. world, beaches, etc. - well 30D might be an issue. 2nd. BIGGIE - auto-focus at SERVO mode. XTi is not a good option, if you're planning to use it for sports (high-speed) photos. Also continuous shooting mode's buffer is lower in XTi than 30D - all affecting sports photography.

My personal suggestion - it's better to go for XTi and spend the extra dough (approx. $300 bwt. 30D and XTi) on better lens. DON'T BUY THE KIT LENS. If you're buying a SLR at least give it the honor and respect it deserves! Buy a better lens!!

Finally, the amount of custom-functions available are huge and will suit every demanding requirement.

Finally went big time digital. Have a Canon FTb 35mm w/lenses(don't fit this new camera)
tired of film processing by outside companies. Now I can take the shot, see what I have , adjust if necessary. On auto mode, it's a point and shoot that's pretty well fool proof for just general shooting. I've had it for a week plus and just starting to use some of the features. Short learning the curve. I bought the kit and the lenses is very usable. Just ordered a Sigma APO 70-300mm lenses to increase my capabilities.
The camera was easy, the lenses are a bear!!! So many choices and so many price ranges.
Overall I've taken and enjoyed more pictures this week then in the last year. Have a point and shoot that wasn't reallly what I wanted, but will remain a fine edition to my camera bag. My recommendation - GO FOR IT. Best in it's class (this week any way)

have had this camera a month now and love it. Once I sussed to change the ISO setting from 100 to 400 it started taking awesome inside shots. We've got a new son and I've taken hundreds of shots in all lighting. Continuous shooting is great waiting for that perfect smile and you can take about 10-15 very quicky qith a flash before it starts to slow down [but that may have been the battery getting low too]. If you're on a budget and are a keen amateur shot then you could do a lot worse than this camera. p.s. I've also used my old lens' from a film canon and have no probs at all.

This is an excellent camera for anyone who wants to make the change from amateur to serious amateur. Although the lens that comes with the camera is pretty basic and different lenses will require a lot more investment! An excellent camera!

I quite like my Rebel Xti. But, I had to spend SOO MUCH time on it to get reasonable picture quality. You probably need to shoot in Raw format, and do post-processing to get acceptable picture quality (especially colors) that beat that of point & shoot. Stay away from this camera if you are not willing to spend hours and hours on post processing and learning tricks of DSLR. You probably have to spend $1k+ on good lenses once you buy this camera (you may say "no" to me right now, but you'll think differently once you start getting crappy pictures and start investigating better lenses).

I've heard very good things about Nikon cameras. In particular, I am hearing that their default color reproduction is much better (not much post-processing needed) and their viewfinder is more bright & better. You may want to check that as well. Nikon also has an excellent lens that works for all situations (Nikon 18-200 f3.5-5.6 VR).

Why am I giving Xti 3 stars? i) The default color reproduction is poor(especially if you shoot in jpg) ii) Dark & small viewfinder iii) Very expensive lenses if you want reasonable quality (f2.8, IS etc.)---Canon likes to rip off its customers for lenses iv) No image stabilization technology built into the camera (like Pentax or Sony).

I purchased the XTi/400D because I used to have the Rebel XT/350D (lost during divorce) and I was much more familiar with Canon than I was with Nikon. I've made several lighting mistakes with manual setting, but these were my error and due mostly to the high f-stop lens attached.

The new sensor cleaning system is definitely a plus, but it obviously cannot prevent dust during numerous lens changes. Read up carefully and have the right tools before trying to clean the sensor yourself! I tried canned air once and it left fluid residue on the sensor.

The AI Servo is not as good as I hoped for action sequence shots, but at this price for a Canon body, you can't beat it. I've taken several great pictures of my son's indoor and outdoor sports events using fast 1.8 and 2.8 lens. Make sure to get a large and fast CF card (2GB/4GB, 120x or faster) if you're taking sports action shots.

I've found it convenient to use the small XTi body with a cheap 50mm f/1.8 lens when out in the evenings under low light conditions. ISO 1600 on this model does show noise, but it will get those night indoor bar and club shots that you won't get otherwise without using a flash. If you have to use a flash which will cause bad shadows (and draws unwanted attention), try to use the 430EX flash or even better the 580EX. The built in flash is very powerful, but it fires several preflashes to sense distance, color temp, etc. This can really upset the people being photographed or scare away any night life.

The 1.6x crop factor can be a good or bad thing depending on whether you like telephoto or wide angle. Maybe someday I'll have enough money to purchase the new Mark III with only 1.3 crop, or maybe I'll just get the 5D full frame body which isn't as good for sports/action sequences. Overall, I'm extremely happy with this lightweight camera body. Note that I mostly use this with the extra BG-E3 battery grip.

Overall, I am thoroughly happy with the XTi/400D and it truly is a major improvement over the previous XT/350D.

I love this camera! I won't get into technical details, but it's sufficient to say this camera is FABULOUS for amateurs. I have 2 friends who use this camera for their business, and both have taken award winning photographs. I have been using this camera for a month, and I love it. I have taken some great pictures with the kit lens, however I will be upgrading my lens at the end of this month. For this price range, you can't go wrong. The large display is wonderful, and the controls are all easy to learn. My best piece of advice to anyone looking to start this hobby, please learn how to use your manual settings! If you're buying this camera and just plan on leaving it on automatic, you won't see optimum results.

This camera works great. I mainly use it in a studio where it sits on a tripod. The only thing I find wrong with it is that I can't view my model in the large LCD display. I have to look through the small viewfinder which is kind of awkward. Overall, though, very happy with this camera.

After a long five months of debating and research, I finally broke down and bought a XTi. I bought it as an artist looking to take photos of my artwork to make prints out of.
The XTi is quite easy to use, with simple menus and a logical interface. But it all is irrelevant compared to whether or not the camera makes good images.
I was amazed at the size of the files and the information contained therein. I shot in RAW, then did minimal processing, learning to save my files to TIFF. The resulting print was quite good, and able to be blown up to 24" x 36"
The one drawback is the poor performance of this camera in low light. Even with 1000 watts of light on my artwork, is wasn't enough for those pieces that were darker. That's where knowing a little about photography helped. I took a second series of photos outside on an overcast day, and my photos turned out perfectly.
there is much more I could say about the camera, as I'm using it for a very specific use. What I will say is that it has proven to be a great investment, one I would heartily recommend to others.

WOW what a camera. Great price from Amazon.com and Fast Fast Delivery from Amazon.com. If you can order directly throuh amazon instead of anyone else on amazon.com I suggest that you do so. Friendly and very helpful staff. Thanks Amazon

I bought this camera a few weeks ago, and it's great. I never owned a DSLR before so it's great to be able to manually focus and set the aperture and shutter speed. I bought it primarily for wildlife photography, and I thought I'd get an inexpensive zoom lens and learn to use it before I spent $1000+ on a nice lens. I bought Canon's EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM Telephoto lens, and I wish I hadn't. The lens is fuzzy when it's wide open and it has bad chromatic aberration. The smaller kit lens seems fine, though, and I use it for everyday shots of friends and family.

The body of the camera is small for a DSLR, and I have big hands so it doesn't fit quite right. It's perfectly workable, though, especially when a big lens is attached so I can grip it. The control for shutter speed is easy to use, and there is a continuous exposure meter that shows how your aperture/ISO speed/shutter speed combination compares to the light levels. It makes it easy to get a general feel for the exposure then set it 1 or 2 stops in either direction if there is snow or dark shadows or whatever.

Overall, I'm very happy with this camera, but I won't feel that it's perfect until I get a good lens.

I'm probably an advanced amateur in skill level. We transitioned from film to digital around 2004 with two Nikon Coolpix cameras and one Canon Elph, all 3-5-megapixel machines, all nice enough but I wanted to get back to an SLR (I have several old Nikon F, Ftn, and F2 film SLRs that I still love), in digital. The technology has improved since our first digitals only a few years ago, now having little or no time lag on start-up, between shots, etc. We have a friend who is a pro who has shot for National Geographic and done some splendid photo books and he recommended the Canon Rebel XT, but by the time I got around to purchasing, the XTi was available and looked better. It is full-featured, takes quality shots, and is ridiculously easy and intuitive to use, a really nice job by Canon. It's bigger than our older, compact digital cameras but a bit smaller and a lot lighter than my venerable Nikon F film SLR's, and the power of the XTi - - range of "film" speeds, frames-per-minute in action mode, scenes settings, battery life, etc., are all very competitive. Auto-focusing is very fast and accurate. I think that digital SLR technology has evolved to a wonderful degree and it's probably tough to find a "bad" camera, but the Canon XTi is certainly an excellent choice. The comprehensive anti-sensor-dust approach is also a nice feature, although the wide zoom ranges on many of the lenses reduces the need and frequency for lens changing, which is fine with me, changing lenses is, at best, a bit awkward under most field conditons.

The built-in flash is, predictably, very limited in application and output, and the neckstrap rings could be better designed and perhaps better located on the body, but other than those minor caveats, I have no complaints and I absolutely love using it, which is as it should be.

I'm sure that there are several other excellent digital SLR's out there, but I'm very happy with the XTi and recommend it.

I need to start off by saying that I am new to Digital SLR cameras and lenses, and am by no means an expert. I am comparing this camera to the numerous point and shoot digital cameras I've had in the past three years in my search for a "good camera". The difference in quality between this camera and all of the rest of the cameras I have used is noticeable immediately, both in ease of use, and in end results. It is a pleasure to work with this camera, the menus are well laid out and everything seems well placed. It can be a point and shoot replacement (using one of many automatic presets) or you can do some pretty advanced setups (using manual settings). The images that I am getting out of this camera seem very professional, with very little effort on my part. And with a quick touch up in Adobe Lightroom, I'm turning out very good quality pictures (in my beginner opinion) with very little work required. All in all, a great camera for a beginner like myself. I'd also recommend getting a decent lens (the kit lens is only okay), a lens filter, a tripod, and an image editing program like Adobe Lightroom.

OK, I'm very pleased with this camera.
The pictures I've taken are great, the exposure is always correct and the new display and aditional functions works perfect.
It's really fast on the start up and the buffer allows to take many RAW pictures even on slow Compact Flash cards.
I have no complains about this camera, I'm really pleased, everything works fast and fine.
The 18-55mm lens is poorly constructed and not very well. But it's also a cheap starter.

I bought this camera for a 2 week trip oversees (mostly landscape and portrait pictures).
Pros:
- I used it for 2 weeks 600+ pictures without having to re-charge
- This is my first DSLR and I was able to use it without many problems (except I kept forgetting to go from the canned landscape mode to portrait mode to get the flash)
- I got a good kit lens that takes great sharp pictures

Cons:
- The first one I got had a bad pixel in the LCD. Luckily Amazon is great and did an exchange for me. The even sent me the new one before I returned the first one!

Forget what you've read about the body being too small... I didn't use a huge heavy lens or flash, but this camera was fine to use while walking around viewing sites and taking pictures. I could see how it may be a problem if you are holding it for hours on end, but I used the strap. One other piece of advice would be to keep your pocket camera for times when you don't want to carry a camera bag with the DSLR in it. This was a beast to take to dinners and clubs.

Overall seems like a great camera (only had it for a month now). I'm still learning a lot about it.

Camera Takes Excellent Pictures. Not being a professional photographer, I find it very complex,and as such,I need and should take a few classes in photography. For basic work it satisfies my needs.

BECAUSE OF A MEDICAL CONDITION, I USE A SINGLE LEG POLE AND A REMOTE SHUTTER SWITCH TO TAKE PICTURES, AND IT TAKES SUPER SHOTS...I DO NOT KNOW WHAT EOS STANDS FOR, BUT WHAT EVER IT MEANS I LIKE IT

This is the best camera ever! I don't know anything about photography but with a little reading online, research, and of course the easy manual, I'm taking great shots. I recommend this is anyone, beginner or not. Very worth it!

I can't add much to the rest of the reviews here, but you definitely won't be disappointed with this camera. It's got everything you will ever need.

The quality is perfect, usability is excellent. Enough said.

What a difference. I haven't had much time to learn the ins and outs of it but its easy to pick up and use, even if you've never touched it before. I have an older Sigma telephoto/super macro that throws an error code when used outside with this camera. Canon customer support is awesome though and directed me on how to remedy the problem. They are courteous and professional. The customer service alone is enough to keep me with Canon. The flash mechanism rattles a little bit and makes you think somethings broken when you pull it out of the box but if you read the manual you'll find thats normal. LCD screen is awesome. Functions are pretty easy to navigate, especially if you have experience with any of Canon's PowerShots. Looking forward to many years with this camera and the shots it will capture.

I've had this camera now for about a month. It's an exellent camera for entry-level users and will have some longevity. The lens selection is well supported. It's a bit small but I really like it that way because it's easier to move about without distracting your subjects. Great image quality at 10.1 MP and the internal cleaning system is an exellent feature to this camera. If you're on the fence then I suggest buying this camera.

This is my first DSLR camera and I have to say I am absolutely delighted with it. I've got to the stage where normal consumer cameras just dont cut it anymore. Sure they have loads of megapixels but they never advertise how bad the quality is. They just keep bragging about how many pixels they shoe-horned into each shot.
So I decided the time was right to do something about it. The photo quality is superb, and there are many options to optimize the picture quality for a given scene. The build quality, feature set and support for the Digital Rebel XTi/EOS 400D are top notch, as well as the battery life. I took about 400 snaps so far (each around 3-5MB) and the battery is still on its first charge. This is everything I'd hoped it would be and more.

If your thinking of entering the world of DSLR cameras, get one of these. Seriously.

I am a former pro, in the fiel of industrial photography, and I used to work whith medium and a large format cameras getting along whith high quality. This Canon is my first digital camera and I am really amayzing about the results with it. I do recommend this tool. Is on a good price and very simple to work with.
Ricardo Medrano

It's hard to imagine why anyone would look elsewhere for a DSLR. Unless you have large hands this camera handles very well. Best of all the controls are so easy to understand and they are located in a most useful fashion - easy to get at when needed, often without removing your eye from the viewfinder.
The well lit and large LCD displays all camera setting before exposure and a good image of the captured file.
It comes with just about every imaginable feature so you can start with point and shoot and gradually work you way up to complete creative control.
Hesitate no longer - this camera is the one you really want!

I agonized over the Canon XT, XTi, 20D, and 30D. I decided that for now I did not need the spot meter on the most expensive models (even though I would love to have it) and that the XT or XTi would suit my needs perfectly. I was all set to buy the XT because at $[...] for the body it is great deal. But then I went to [...] and got my hands on the XTi body. The XTi is a beautiful camera and I really like the 9 point auto focus. But what changed my mind was the screen. I took a few test shots in the store and reviewed them on the brighter 2.5 inch LCD screen. It was then that I realized that I would be disappointed if I bought the XT with its smaller, dimmer LCD. If the XT had the bigger LCD I would buy it in a heart beat, but come on people! It's a digital camera and the whole point is to be able to review the picture you just took and actually be able to see it, even in bright sunlight. So for now I am stuck paying an extra $175 for the bigger screen, because I am not interested in the extra mega pixels. The dust shaking sensor and 9 point auto focus is welcome but not worth $[...]. The money I saved by not buying the 30D will go towards better glass, possibly the EF-S 60mm Macro USM.

This camera has been getting an endless amount of praise from reviewers for some time now. I've had mine for over a year and couldn't be happier. Adding another perfect review with all the same technicalities would just would be tedious & redundant.

The only thing I will mention is the fact that this camera is ALWAYS compared to the Nikon D80, which in my opinion is unfair. The Canon Digital Rebel XTi should be compared to the Nikon D40x. It seems that whenever Canon comes out with a new camera model there's always a Nikon fanatic ready to undermine it without so much as a second look.

I think it's only fair to point out that when comparing the Canon Digital Rebel XTi to the Nikon D40x the Rebel far out does the opposition. I don't mean to belittle Nikon, but lets keep the fights in the proper weight class.

So far, so good. As always Canon puts out a great product. This is my first digital camera but not my first Canon. It has so many features that if you don't use it all the time it's easy to forget some of its features. I love that it fits all my other Canon lenses. So far, I'm very happy with this camera and I plan on remaining loyal to Canon as long as they keep pumping out superior products.

This camera takes excellent quality pictures, and is easy to use. Uploading pictures to computer is seamless. The manual is not so good, but I was able to resolve problems through tech support.

I owned a Canon Rebel film SLR that I used well into 2002. Like many others, I got tired of paying for film, so I made the switch to digital, buying a point-and-shoot. It wasn't until I purchased this Rebel SLR in March of 2007 that I realized how much I missed my SLR!

I purchased the body only because I had a lot of Canon gear that was still compatible with the digital SLR. Buying the Canon was therefore, an easy choice for me. However, I did compare the Canon to the Nikon D40 and D80 and found that the Canon compared very favorably, dollar-for-dollar.

The Canon Rebel XTi has a very high-quality feel about it. It is very well made, with rubber grips at all the right contact points, buttons and doors that feel "made for the long run," EXCELLENT bundled software, and fast camera-to-PC transfer times. Unlike a lot of other electronics purchases I've made recently, it comes will full versions of all of its software- no "lite" versions requiring you to pay more for the full version. And again, the software is EXCELLENT. It is much better than the software that came bundled with my Kodak point-and-shoot.

Even if you don't have any Canon lenses in your arsenal, I'd still advise against buying the kit with the lens. The lens included with the kit is not a great lens- it won't disappoint, mind you, but it's not a high-quality optics lens. Most local camera stores are offering Canon-sponsored specials that allow you to buy the body and a separate lens for about the same price as the Camera kit. This would be a much better deal. Note that the only difference between the "Kit" and the "Body Only" is the kit lens. The "Body Only" still includes all of the cables, software, manuals, battery, and charger.

If you're interested in flexing the camera's true muscle by shooting multiple frames at high resolution (I've gotten mine to fire 49 straight frames in about 17 seconds) you'll want to get a top-quality Compact Flash card; the camera does not come with one. Note that there are differences in memory cards with respect to read and write speeds. I purchased the SanDisk Extreme III 4GB card. The Extreme III line is capable of 20MB/sec min write and read speeds. Check other cards carefully- I've tried the slower cards and the camera cannot respond as quickly as you might want with slower cards.

This is an excellent camera- it takes high-quality 10MP JPEG images with excellent color depth, white balance, and clarity, with as little or as much control as you care to specify. You can use it as a novice's point-and-shoot, or a professional's wedding camera, and get excellent results every time.

I am a huge fan of Canon. I have owned and used the Canon Rebel SLR 35mm for years. I finally took the plunge and bought the Rebel XTi and love it! I went to a pro baseball game last night and took some awesome pictures using my zoom lens. You can't go wrong with the XTi!

I had high hopes for this camera. I was impressed with all of the features and ease of use. However, after shooting around 200 pics with nearly all of them being underexposed, I have decided to return the camera. Most of my pictures were underexposed by 2/3 to 1 stop, and yes I know that I can easily use exposure or flash compensation, but after spending nearly $800 I figure the camera should shoot well without me having to do that. The underexposure makes the full auto mode completely useless, therefore none of my family would be able to use the camera. I know some people are getting this issue fixed after having sent their camera off to Canon, but again I don't think I should have to do this. I will move on to a different camera.

I am an amateur photographer and wanted something as a replacement for my finepix s602. The bundle that came with my XTi was great for almost all kinds of photography. Just add a 2GB card and a UV filter and enjoy. My friends and family love the pictures I take. I definitely recommend it!

This camera takes Good Pictures. just after I got this cam. I go out took some shoots in the street without even reading the manual. and The pictures I took is great. the shadow and highlight is prefect. one thing I don't like about this cam is the grip. It is plastic. It is not comfortable to hold for a long time. And keep in mind, it only have one LCD. Other than that I think this is a great camera.

I have owned 3 Canons and have always been very impressed with the features and usability.

This camera is no different.

I've upgraded from the ELPH S500 series (a point-and-shoot) because I felt that I'd learned all I needed to with simpler cameras. I purchased this camera because of the positive reviews (like this one) talking about the wonders of the features.

While I love this camera, i'll give you the negative bits that I'm always looking for to give a truly balanced opinion on the features of a product; "I love it, I love it, I love it" doesn't convince me of whether I want to purchase it or not.

In no particular order:
Pros:
-physically: it's small, lightweight and while plastic, still feels solid enough to put into my bag.
-coming down in price, the cost of these DSLRs are really moving down.
-wide assortment of lenses from many manufacturers available
-the pictures are, as everyone says, amazing. the colors are rich, the default settings are pretty good in itself. I've toyed with some of the color and sharpness settings and have had good results.
-easy to use, intuitive, the center "set" button is reprogrammable also for easy use of certain features.
-great for beginners, it's designed for the consumer, not pros, and I really have learned a lot from its simplicity. Menus, instruction books, and others are simple to understand.
-Great for beginning and moving up. This is my plan, as I'm finding that photography is a strong passion of mine now. I had noticed that the higher end cameras, the 5D, etc. all use the same lenses, so eventually I'd like to move up. For right now, this camera is awesome.

Cons:
-the size makes it difficult for my hands, I bought an extended battery grip and it fits much better. However, this makes it a bit heavier.
-rear screen is not recessed. this makes me nervous that it's going to get scratched or cracked somehow. wish they'd spent a little more on plastic and pushed the screen a little deeper into the body.
-the camera shows the settings on the LCD on the back. While I think this is ok, I do feel as though it shortens the battery life. You can change the settings to turn it off, but the shortest is goes is 30 seconds. I wish it had the old digital readout on the older and higher-end cameras. then you could see the settings all the time.
-I do have a dead pixel on my LCD, that bummed me out, but it's not bad.
-This is a wish more than a complaint, but I would like to be able to fold up the mirror and be able to see the LiveView that's available on the Olympus SLR's and the Mark III. I would think that it wouldn't be that hard to do.
-I have worries about APS-C sensors being discontinued, which could mean no future lenses. But since Canon seems to have made a solid consumer-based camera line, I don't think it'll be anytime soon.

Overall, it's a great camera. I recommend you get this or a Nikon over the other brands. Between this and the Nikon, get this. As a consumer-grade, this really is top of the line.

so i took delivery of this camera last night and bought a different lens instead of the standard supplied with a zoom to 200. got it home and took an up close photo of my wifes face. if that isn't bad enough i then used the zoom function on the LCD screen and could just see every line pimple and pore on her face. i'd never really noticed before and now i feel i have to divorce her. so this is probably going to be the most expensive gadget i've ever bought! thanks Canon, i'll be sure to send the lawyers fees to you! my previous camera was a sony point and shoot which only took blurred photos. she looks so much better blurred!

This camera is awesome. I am an amateur and don't know too much about the camera but, it has some really great features. The one downside is you CAN'T use the LCD screen to take pictures. You have to look through the window. Overall it is great though.

This camera is more than I expected. I love the compact shape and feel, and the motorized shutter release makes me feel like a professional. The images are nice and big and this digital camera has taken all my lenses that I used for my regular Canon SLR. I haven't had any problems interchanging the lens. The display screen on the back is nice and big and the functions are very similar to the regular Canon SLR. My only gripe is that the rechargeable battery doesn't seem to last very long. I find that if I take more than 200 photos, I need to recharge soon after that. With digital, it's easy to take 200 photos in just one day. If I go on a travel trip, I may need to buy a backup battery to have in case the battery runs out during the day and I'm not at the hotel to recharge. But other than that, it's a great reasonable professional looking digital camera to have.

I am a pro wanna be and I am not well versed in technology, or capable of using a complicated camera, but I found this camera to be easy to use, and it produces excellent pictures without pouring over the manual. I have even figured out how to produce some special effects with a little manual reading. So I am very impressed.

This is my first digital SLR. Turns on quickly, shoots multiple shots quickly. Various auto settings work well so I do not need to use the manual functions. Manual focus is a nice thing and easy to turn on or off with just one manual switch. For family use the 18-55mm Canon lens is all I need. Get a good/quick CF card. I like Canon cameras in general, this one continues that tradition. Good solid quality feel, buttons in good location. Fairly easy to learn how to use for anyone with some camera common sense.

Awesome features, but don't buy the package with the "kit lens". The XTi is not an "L-Series Quality" Digital SLR, but with Canon's unlimited choice of superior lenses for the XTi, you will shoot like a pro before you know it. Buy the camera body and decide which lens works best for you. I chose to get the inexpensive, EF 50mm f/1.8 II, for starters (April 2007). If you want a quality lens for under $100, this is a must-have in your arsenal. Sure it has a plastic housing and doesn't look sophisticated, but the optics are the same as the much more expensive 50mm f/1.4 lens! My wife and I have taken over one thousand pix already with this camera & lens since April. We couldn't be happier with the versatility and quality that this camera is capable of producing! Thanks Canon.

You can't go wrong with this camera! The pictures are amazing! I wish I had bought this much sooner. The only thing that held me back was the price, but in the end it's more than well worth it. Just keep in mind that you will have to do a lot of reading and playing around with the camera before you will really be good at using it. The manual it comes with is not much help in teaching you how to use the camera so be sure to buy some other Rebel XTi books to teach you the basics and even some advanced tips. It comes with a neck strap, but you will have to purchase a camera bag and extra battery to make your purchase complete.

The Canon XTi is a very easy to use Camera that takes fantastic pics. The order was shipped right away and I recieved it in just a few days.
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When I was researching cameras and lenses, I was concerned with all the recommendations of the 5D over the XTi for amateur use, including that of "Consumer Reports". I made the choice for the XTi and I haven't been the least bit sorry. Unless you are a pro and can justify almost double the price, this camera works and works well. I chose to put my money into a better lens, in my case a Tamron 17-50mm, f2.8.

Personally, because of my investment in lenses for my Canon EOS film camera, I was driven to chose a Canon digital. If you don't have that as an issue, you may want to consider competitive units, but for my money, I am fully happy with my decision to purchase the XTi.

If you want to discover passion of the wold of photography don't try to jump to high at first.Theres a litle bit to learn,and go small and with the best.Buy rebel XTi,the wold smalest and ligthest DSLR.Its a litle imaging machine.If you are about to get serious into shooting pictures,just say cheese!The Rebel XTi 10.1MP will put white on your teeth.

I spent quite good time triyng to decide what camera do I want to have. Then I bought this one.... just a excelent camera. Now that I own it, I realize that it is too much for my needs but It is a next forward step. I am completely satisfied with this camera... It is excelent. Plus, the software that comes with the package is very, very helful.
Be careful.... this package do not include a memory, you have to buy it separately, and do it at the same time you buy the camera. Also I recommend to buy the memory reader for your PC, you will need it, trust me.
Excelent camera....

This is my first digital SLR and I'm glad I made this camera the first. It's easy to use and fun to learn all the features. The quality of photos are far superior to my previous point-and-shoot 2mp camera. Now that I have this camera, I'm taking a lot more photos and really satisfied with the results. The price is not too high that a first-time buyer is intimidated and not too low that you feel its a cheap starter. The kit lens (18 - 55mm) is okay for basic use but I'm already exploring to purchase a better lens. Overall, the Canon XTI is a great camera especially for digital SLR rookies.

Simply the best and easiest digital SLR camera I have used. I have just purchased one of these last week - an upgrade from the 300D - and I have to say that the speed and accuracy of the XTi is fantastic.

Sure there are other competitors to the XTi like the Nikon D80, Sony, Olympus but for the money you can't possibly beat the quality. This IS your best bang for the buck. I have had my XTi for 1 month already and absolutely love it!! From portraits to landscapes to landscape photography, this camera does it all. I highly recommend this camera for all level photographers.

I have been researching this camera for a few months now. I finally, decided to spend the money and purchase the Canon Rebel. I wanted a camera that takes great pictures of my children. This camera is worth every penny. It takes perfect, clear pictures. I was afraid that I wouldn't know how to use all that it offers or be able to figure out all the buttoms. All I had to do is read a little and I was ready to take pictures. I love how I can attach a tripod to the camera, set it on the timer and take a picture of the four of us. We have never been able to take pictures with both my husband and I in the picture. I would recommend this camera to anyone. You will not be disappointed!

The Digital Rebel is a great, great camera for anyone ready to make the step up from point-and-shoots. It has all the advanced settings you'd ever want, but if you're a novice like me the automatic mode takes better pictures than you probably ever imagined you could produce. It really is that much better than any other digital you've probably ever tried, including the speed.

If you are looking at this camera you are probably also considering the Nikon. I know several people who own Nikons (D50s and 40s), and to me they are a little more complicated to operate, as if they are designed more for the expert crowd.

If you buy the Digital Rebel I would suggest getting the battery grip accessory. It adds a very convenient and comfortable means of holding the camera and it allows you to go literally weeks without charging.

I own more cameras than I care to mention. I bought the XTI because of its small footprint, and excellent megapixel numbers. I have not been disapointed at all. I love it. 16 X 20 prints that look super sharp are possible if you are using a good lens. It is my favorite travel camera now. I would highly reccommend this little machine for those who are moving up in the digi world from the point and shoot cameras. Compared to my Nikon D2x it is a feather weight, but still gives great performance. Toss it over your shoulder, and you won't even know it is there.

If you have a Digital Point a shoot camera, this is the way to go into the DSLR cameras. It's the best bang for the buck for you.

If you are a professional photographer you may want to go to the next camera in the canon's DSLR line.

For me an amateur but serious photo enthusiast this has worked great. I use it for family and friends, work related and artistic photos. What it is lacking... Faster speeds above 1/4000 and Higher ISO equivalent sensitivity (1600). But if you do not NEED that you'll love this camera. The battery life is great. The manual says about 500 shots mixed flash and no flash photos. This seems about right. But think about it 500+ shots with one battery! It is great. I did buy a second battery. I recommend you do too, since the battery lasts that long you will be in the road of your third shooting session when it runs out of juice. There you will appreciate the second battery.

Good basic flash. The lens is good. Has no (IS) Image Stabilization but that doesn't seem to be a problem. The good news is that you can later improve the lens. I have shot with a friends Professional Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras and it works great. So improve the lens after you have a feel for the one it comes with which is enough for your average photo experience.

The size is big compared with a point and shoot but it is smaller than all the other digital SLRs out there. So it is not a burden to carry it around.

I love this camera. I use a SanDisk SDCFX3-4096-901 4 GB Extreme III CompactFlash Card (Retail Package) memory card. It gives me about 800+ shots in Large/Fine setting.

Hope this was useful for you.

I ordered this camera without any lens. I had all the lenses from my Canon EOS IIe which is a full frame 35mm film camera. All of the information I have read stated my lenses were compatible with the new camera. Naturally the first thing I did when I received the camera was to try all my various lens and they worked perfectly. I am very happy with my new digital camera and the flexibility it allows me to shoot in various situations.

Anyone want a good buy on a Canon EOS 35mm IIe in excellent condition?

I've been using the Canon EOS 20D for 3 years and the REBEL XTi/400D for 9months. The 20D has been replaced by the 30D which sells for about $1100.00, whereas the Rebel XTi sells for under $800.00(prices for body only). Many people ask me whether they should go for the 30D or Rebel XTi. I've pretty much switched to my Xit as the standard camera, w/the more expensive 20D as the backup. Here's my review of the Xti and comparisons to the 20D

Camera Size and Handling
The entry level Xti is smaller and lighter than the mid-level 20/30D's. This is an advantage for me, as I'm trying to keep the total weight of my kit as low as possible without sacrificing quality

The Xti has fewer dedicated controls and buttons that the 20/30D's. I expected that this would make it harder to make adjustments(I make very frequent adjustments and never use the camera on Program). However Canon did an excellent design in arranging the buttons and functions on the rear of the camera. While I do miss the famous Canon "rear wheel" which I used to dial in exposure compensation, overall, this new arrangement is just about as easy to use as the higher level cameras.

Screen
The 2.5 inch screen is not only larger but brighter than the screen on the 20D. It's the same size as the screen on the 30D and I can't compare overall brightness. This screen has enhanced the usability of the camera, particularly outdoors. While no LCD screen can render a great image in bright sunlight, I'd say I can now use this screen to get a good sense of what my image looks like in many more outdoor shooting situations than with my older camera.

Dust-Reduction
This is not in the 20 or 30D's. With my 20D I had to use a blower to clean the sensor frequently...or else I'd see spots on my images.(by frequently, I mean after about 4 days of shooting). I have had the Rebel xti for 9 months, shot thousands of frames and have never done a manual cleaning. The ultrasonic vibration system that automatically shakes dust off the sensor when the camera is turned on, really works.

Image quality
While the Xti offers higher resolution compared to the 20/30D (10.2 vs 8.2mp), it's given me some problems with noise especially at 800 iso or higher. Unlike my 20D I will not use this camera at ISO 800. I have also noticed some issues with underexposure compared to my other camera, and the need to dial-in positive exposure compensation, especially when using Canon Speedlight.
I've lived with this issue for a while, and finally called Canon. I have to give Canon credit as the support person spend nearly 20 minutes with me on the phone trying to diagnose the problem and rule out any user error. I've read about this underexposure issue on some Canon user forums. I will send my Rebel in to have the exposure calibration checked.

VERDICT
Despite some issues with the noise at ISO800 and the exposure, I really enjoy using this camera and have taken some great shots with it. Originally I intended for it to be a backup to my 20D, but instead it's become my primary body. Images can be seen on my website.

This is an excellent camera for those who want to pursue photgraphy seriously. [SLR stands for single lens reflex]. If u r just planning to use it as a point and shoot camera [in AUTO mode] plz dont waste ur money. Like all SLR cameras its bulky if u compare with slim-trim point-n-shoot cameras in the market which slide-in easily in ur pocket. There is no real time preview in the LCD at the back so u have to see through the eyepiece for framing the photo. Its actually gives u the image as seen through the lens. Since, all light that enters the camera through the lens gets diverted to the eyepiece via a mirror infront of the sensor, we have no real time preview as no light falls on the sensors. Moreover there is a curtain [shutter] infront of the sensors [CCD type for canon]. Shutter controls the amount of light falling on the sensors. u can reach extremely fast sensor speeds like 1/4000 secs which gives u freezing image of moving objects. For night or astro photography one can keep the shutter open for as long as 30 secs. ISO range for the EOS 400D [rebel xti] is 100-1000, where 100 is the native sensitivity. For night mode one can increase the ISO but the picture is grainier or use flash [which fills the image with light n destroys the whole effect in the photo] or can decrease the sutter speed. At lower shutter speeds camera shake can blur the photo very badly, so one must use a tripod or use an IS [image stabilized] lens. The lens that comes with the camera [18-55 mm lens] is not very good and u cant expect more from a $50-75 lens. The canon has a vertical tilt sensor which rotates the image if u shoot it vertically. The re is a sensor which turns off the LCD in the front when u move ur eyes close to the eye-piece and this is really helpful. Imagine shooting in the night mode with something bright below ur eyes....it would be terrible. The kit aslo includes a battery n a charger esp made for the EOS 400D camera. With fully charged it's sufficient for a full day of active photgraphy.
The camera uses a CF [compact flash] card [normal cameras use SD or SDpro card]. Writing image to the card is fast. The camera takes a while if the card is full, to get ready to trasfer the image. I have used canon A630 and it gets ready very fast to trasfer the images to the computer.
With this camera in continuous shooting mode one can shoot approx 3 images per second which u wont achieve with a normal digital camera. It has a maximum burst [total no. of photos one can shoot in the above mode] of approx 20 when there is no flash and image is small/fine jpeg. With RAW images it would be smaller.

If I compare it with Sony Alpha series, Canon EOS 400D is clearly a winner. Sonys camera doest even look good. Compared to Nikon it has a body that is cheaper [$200-$250]. Nikon has more features that are more subtle and u might not use them. Nikon has one screen at the top of the cmaera when the data for various parameters like shutter speed, white balance, exposure, focus, ISO etc is shown. The LCD at the back is only for image preview. The canon's one LCD at back does it both, and i like that. Furthermore canon has only one dial to control compared to 2 in Nikon. Canon has an extremely good series of lenses too for all kinds of photgraphy.

The camera body itself is pretty much perfect for the price. I think the big contest in any of these reviews is the included kit lens, which is pretty okay. It's not a L series by any stretch of the imagination, but if you're comparing it to those lenses, may I also suggest a higher-end camera -- this camera kit is meant for beginner forays into dSLR, and you always have to option to just buy the body...

My recommendation is for anyone who is just starting off with dSLRs, this is a great kit to grow from and the lens (while not perfect) will give you a fairly decent normal to light telephoto range. If you've used Canon EF or EF-S lenses and own some already, I would recommend going body-only unless you need this specific range.

My first thought: Because of its compact size, the XTi's buttons are not ergonomically spaced. After just 30 minutes of shooting in various lighting conditions last night, my hands started to cramp. I know this is going to get annoying. HOWEVER, if you are choosing between this camera and a Nikon D80 (which is bigger) and you already have Canon dSLR-compatible accessories like I did, then it makes sense to go with the XTi. If you do not have Canon accessories, then I recommend "test driving" both cameras at your local store before buying one. Otherwise, the XTi is great so far. I'll keep y'all posted.

A very good Camera. for all kind of users. its price is good for 10mp DSLR.
sometimes it gives an underexposed pictures. but stil one of the top cameras at the time.

pros:
light weight
superb LCD
battery life
you get what you pay for

Cons:
long exposure noise and high iso are horrible
plastic body

I think the shutter sound if just fine, not sure why people care about that, actually it would be better if it was stealth quiet for animals photos and sensitive moments, and the 1.6x conversion is no biggy, the dust removal can be shut off so the camera can start up even faster if needed, this wasn't in the spec of speeds. the lens makes that sound of greasy bearings only when focusing and when zooming. all the digital menu design is just fine, you can make shortcuts for the main 4 buttons. like iso or foucs style, etc. what a nice day, ahhh.

This is my second Canon camera I have purchased and they simply get better each time. This was a big step-up from a simple point (wait) and shoot camera.

If you spend the time learning how to use this camera you will be rewarded with great shots to show everybody.

Definitely worth the money.

This is by far the best digital SLR in this price range. Very easy to use, and the pix are spectacular. That I can use all the lenses and accessories from my old Canon 35mm SLR is a big plus. I like being able to use it in the fully automatic mode, or use it manually at the turn of a dial. The optical viewfinder is excellent. You can't go wrong with the Rebel XTi. I should have bought it sooner!

After looking from afar at DSLR's I was finally able to get one. After much research (primarily between the Canon and the Nikon) I decided on this camera. It is easy to use with useful software for the low and mid tech level user. For anyone with a general understanding of computers and menu systems, controls are quite intuitive once you understand the various functions. Though it is pretty user friendly, because you have so many options, you have to keep your wits about you to remember what you have set in various places (that is if you aren't paying attention to the display) until you get used to the camera, but that's just a user issue, not the camera. I have already taken some really nice pictures with it. Instead of a bundle, I purchased a 17-55 EF-s 1:2.8 IS USM lens for it initially and added an EF 70-300 1:4-5.6 IS USM lens when I realized why I had a Vivitar 70-210 Series 1 lens for my old film camera -- Distance.

I have had a progression of Canon cameras beginning with the SLR Rebel 2000. When I moved into digital SLR it only made sense to go with a name I could trust--not to mention I could use the lenses I already had! Over three years ago I purchased the 6.1 mp Canon Rebel. Almost two years later I handed that one down to my amateur photographer daughter and bought the 8.1 mp Canon XT. A month ago I gave the XT to my daughter, who passed the Rebel along to my son--and bought the 10.1 Rebel XTi for myself! Now there are three very happy members of my family. These cameras are everything the consumer and expert reviews promise--ease of use if I want to go auto, the ability to capture some great pictures by playing with some of the manual features and nothing but praise from everyone for the results. My whole family highly recommends the Canon Rebel for any photographer who loves great pictures.

Cannon..... I think not. Try Sony. You will be happy, Save money, And have a better product, That takes better photo's. - Cannon, can you say shutter freeze?????????" your products under $3000.00 are garbage. and there it is..........

For never using a DSLR before, it only took about 20 minutes to go through the menus and get everything set up. The resolution is amazing. The burst mode is very fast along with the focusing. The 9 point auto focus is really nice to have, yet it sometimes grabs the unintended location. (Can easily be remedied by choosing what points it can use.) I'm using EF lenses off a Rebel film camera and they work just fine. My only dislike is the fact that my nose touches the left side of the screen while looking through the viewfinder. Otherwise, I love it.

I had an old Rebel EOS film camera with many
accessories and autofocus lenses. I bought
just the XTi body with the intent of reusing
my lenses etc. Camera is very high quality,
takes excellent high-res digital photos, but
after trying to take some low-light shots I
realized that I needed an image-stabilization
lens. Not the fault of the camera at all.
It does so much, the only limitations are
really my own knowledge. I haven't yet used
the software that came with the camera...still
using the very good iPhoto that comes with
my MacBook. When I learn more about the
camera, the software that it uses may be
more valuable (for post-processing raw format
images, I guess).

Camera is great, but with the kit lens it feels like a toy.
I test the camera at the Ritz with the kit lens and my first impression was the camera feels plastic. But After I read some reviews, I decided to get, Tamron 17-55mm f/2.8 lens with it and now the camera feels awesome.
So what I notice is the plastic feel comes from the crappy kit lens.
So Tamron is great lens but you can also get Canon IS lenses with similar price and Focal length. I just think that Tamron is a little more shaper and faster then Canon IS lenses. Anyways so It's you choice.
Other then that the cameras quality is awesome, Now I can use ISO 800, I am former Sony f828 user so, Canon Rebel Xti's ISO 400 is better even then ISO 64 on Sony f828.
But if you don't want to pay too much on lenses, don't read too many reviews like me otherwise you will going to spend thousands :)
Also for detailed review, visit dpreview.

This is my first adventure in the field of SLR photography. This camera offers an unbeatable combination of performance, ease-of-use and value. It provides 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor plus a host of new features including an easy to view 2.5-inch LCD monitor. It is extremely light weight and has an ergonomic body.

The EOS has a very high-precision 9-point AF system for speedy, (close to 2 frames per second) and accurate focusing in any situation. Great for sport events.

The only down side is that the battery is somewhat smaller than its rival's, and can drain faster due to the large 2.5 inch LCD monitor being on all of the time and the lens in the kit are okay, though I think it is a step below the camera.

Bought the Canon Digital Rebel xti in May, and it is my first digital SLR. The controls are not as intuitive as a point & shoot, and there is an overload of buttons, settings, etc. Now for the good news.

The picture quality is fantastic, especially in more demanding settings (low lighting, quick movement, etc). The Canon has a very good speed, and you can capture close to 2 frames per second. I also looked at the Sony alpha, but after reading several online reviews by owners, the Canon is a superior ownership proposition, and great VFM. Enjoy!

This is a very nice beginning digital SLR camera for the serious amateur and budding professional. Lots of features and quite capable of taking very nice pictures. The lens in the kit is okay though it is a step below the camera. I did get several USM lenses and they work just fine with the XTI.
I did order the battery grip along with the camera and I would suggest it to everyone as the camera, though very capable, is on the smallish side without it.

Please note that the LCD display can only be used to check camara settings and play back images. You can not use the LCD display as a view finder. In other words you can not frame your pictures using the LCD display. This is a mayor inconvenience for those of us that use the LCD display to compose the pictures.

In my opinion there is no need to have such a large LCD for changing camera settings. This feature waists battery power.

If you're thinking about stepping up from a point and shoot to an SLR get the XTI you wont be sorry. I also recommend picking up the 50mm 1.8 lens since its only $90. I've had mine for 1 month now and I've already took around 600 pics. Make sure you get a fast CF card and around 1GB if you're going to shoot at the highest quality.

Excellent quality photos and all the manual adjustiblity you could ever want.

BUT before you buy the camera with the 18-55 kit lens, THINK ABOUT BUYING THE BODY BODY ONLY AND A LENS SEPARATELY. The lens is very cheaply made and at f3.5 it limits what you can do in low light situations. I would suggest the Canon EF 50mm/f1.8 II as a good starter lens.

Bad A$$ camera, fantastic! I can't stop using it. Great cave pics! Taking to Badlands in South Dakota and then to Hawaii! Don't get anything else! Great camera!

For years I had a Canon Rebel...purchased this new XTI in time for our trip to Hawaii. The automatic functions performed beyond expectations. I took pictures of dolphins using the sports action function...and they are beautiful! Enlarged to 8 X 10, the clarity is amazing. The blues are incredible, the greys on the dolphins - delightful. I plan to take a class to learn to use the manual functions. It is easy to use, has a large viewing area, and works like a dream. I can't wait to see what else this camera can do.

I am also very pleased with Amazon...the camera arrived on time and in perfect condition.

This camera is a great upgrade from the 8 mp Rebel. I bought it for my Father in law and after comparing to the 8mp Rebel, I can see that the larger screen, easy controls and sensor cleaner make it a great camera. I've had the 8 mp Rebel for about 2 years and the Rebel XTi 10.1 mp is a significant upgrade.

I though about ordering the 8mp instead to save a few dollars on a gift, but the newer XTi is well worth the extra dollars over the long hall.

Nice things cost money and the XTi is very nice.

After having owned a Canon D60 (6mp DSLR) for five years, I bought this camera. I couldn't get over how small it was and yet how amazing the photos were and all at a price that makes this camera and awesome deal. When I put my 50mm lens on the body, I have a camera that's not much bigger than most point and shoots yet I have all the power of a DSLR. The only reason I didn't give this camera 5 stars was because I have BIG hands so even though I liked the small package it was too small for me and secondly it has no display on the top, only the LCD on the back. If you want to adjust ISO or shutter release setting, you have to use the LCD. Other than that, the pics are crazy sharp and the self cleaning sensor is a nice touch. I recommend this camera to anyone wanting to start out in photography.

I can gladly recommend this product to anyone looking for a digital camera packed with features at a good price. I have used it extensively since purchasing it and it has worked exactly as advertised. I am very pleased with the product.

The service I received from Amazon.com was also exactly as advertised. I received the product on time as promised. I am very happy with both the product and the service I have received.

I purchased this because I couldn't afford the 5D. Great for the price, can actually get up to 54 continuous shots (3fps) when using the 2GB Extreme III card from San Disc. Spot metering would be really nice for my uses, but I am overall wuite happy with this camera.

I did my homework, here it is. After comparing the Rebel XTI with the Powershot G7 I decided to buy the Rebel XTI becuase I wanted a camera, which had great reviews in terms of battery life, compactness, picture quality and durability.

All in All the Rebel XTI is the best digital camera i've ever owned. It has all the above qualities to suit my novice camera needs, offering a professional image, except I will purchase the new Sigma 28mm-200mm lens featuring the optical stabilizer becuase its an all around lens--for close up shots and those farther away. At $899. for the camera and $550 for the Sigma lens this is not a poor man's camera. I saved for it. I figured the amount of money i'll save in film will pay for itself.

Additionally, the G7 is not so bad. In comparance with the Rebel XTI (both Canon digital cameras) at $450 it features good battery life, a lens comparable with the 28mm-200mm all around lens, and a built in stabilizer. Its bulkier than the average digital camera but it picture quality parallels the Rebel XTI.

I bought this camera a couple of months ago and I could not be more satisfied. I have enjoyed photography since I was very young~10 yrs old. Now 35 years later the technology has come a long way and the enjoyment of taking a great shot is attained much easier with the sophistication of a great camera. This camera has many great features that provide quality shots like a pro at the price and simplicity for the enthusiast. I think I will be enjoying this camera for a long time.

I am a die hard cannon fan. I have owned 4 uptil now. I recently decided to upgrade to this camera and I am very pleased with my purchase. I bought the body only since I already had my canon gear. It takes amazing pictures. Along with that i bought the sandisk extreme IV 4 card and extreme reader combo. This card is the fastest card available in the market. You would need it if you want to shoot high quality pictures at lightening speed because it requires a high speed card.

This camera has a lot of good features, but consistently underexposes shots significantly in all light conditions, including full sun. If you don't believe this, type in "XTI underexposure" in your browser! You will see HUNDREDS of posts. Indoor photos with the built in flash are particularly bad.

The exposure problem renders the auto modes worthless - not appropriate for an $800 camera.

This camera takes great pictures even on auto mode.

Night mode shots still look sharp even at ISO400.

Macro shot capability is amazing.

Can fully customize camera's settings to fit your needs.

Great camera feel when taking shots

This was my entry level purchase getting into dSLR cameras.

I could not be more pleased with this camera.

There is a learning curve, even coming from Canon AE-1 film camera.

It is so nice to have a 10.1 MP digital camera!

Make sure you buy a 133X 4 GB Compact Flash card to go with it. It really eats up the memory cards when you take lots of shots. You will take lots of shots!

There are more then enough comments on how great this camera is. My comment is to strongly suggest that any user buy the "Magic Lantern DVD guide" for the Canon Rebel XTi. Yeh, there's a canon book. Yes, there are books published on how to use. This hands on DVD takes you through every basic, and some advanced steps, and actually shows you "how To." DVD: Magic Lantern DVD Guide for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / EOS 400D SLR Cameras. The author uses nothing but clear, easy to understand, language. The only thing he assumes you understand are f-stops and shutter speeds.

It's like being taught One-on-One with a knowledgable instructor. Best $20 I've spent. And, that included shipping.

With 3 weeks under my belt with my new Canon Digital rebel XTi 10.1 MP SLR, I can only say I remain thrilled and happy with my purchase. With my last quality camera purchase being a Canon SLR in the early 70's, I have been blown away by how "smart" this camera is and how easy to use. One can use it in automatic mode and not worry about the technical aspects, or go deep into manual customized photography. This camera is a great deal, and everything as advertised. Can't wait to add a zoom!

First digital slr, still getting used to the ISO but like the easy usability. Great for a amateur like myself. Only drawback is not sure how durable the camera is, seems a little dainty. Looking forward to have some fun with all the features.

The design of this camera is well constructed all the features is at your finger tips. The camera is a bit small for my grip but with the battery grip in place it is sensational. I just recieved my xti and was very pleased. The software that came with it works like a charm. The downloads from the camera is very fast. This was a very pleasing buy.

What can I say, Canon has done it again. This camera is awesome. Plenty of features to play with, and the photos are superb.

This is my first time writing the review. I don't want to go in length about the camera since I am also a novice user of DSLR Cameras. I did my research for Nikon and Canon using multiple websites and walking into local stores. Canon felt the most comfortable in my hands. I loved the quietness of it as well in a continuous shooting mode as well as how quick it is in a single shot mode when taking really quick multiple shots. Picture quality is definitely exceptional and is most noticeable when picture is enlarged. It helps in editing when you can zoom in and crop to a subset of the main picture and still maintain a good quality picture with the subset picture enlarged. I didn't feel much difference in picture quality in small prints such as 4x6 but ability to shoot in various preset modes such as landscape and portrait and able to manually configure f-stop, aperture priority, shutter priority beats shooting with a pocket digital camera any day. On my trip to Las Vegas, I was able to make adjustments and take really good shot of fountains at Bellagio during day, sunset and night. I carried my pocket camera and shot with it as well but couldn't adjust much during difficult lighting situations. What I also love is the ability to zoom in and it's still pretty good with a 18-55mm lens. I was able to zoom in on the fountains as they were consistently changing during the choreography and take quick pictures. The pictures came out really good. I definitely would buy this camera again especially at the price it was listed, below $740. It is still an expensive camera but still the best camera you can find for that price and worth it if you want quality pictures. Don't forget to get a filter to protect those expensive lenses as well!

Canon Eos Digital xti are really good and very useful to keep a lot picture than the negitive films it save a lot a money than film i am happy to use memory card to save a lot pictures and more to take and pirnt out what i like the best picture.....

Yes, that's basically it. The camera has a lot of functions, and I recommend reading the manual and buying some sort of book or dvd to help you learn how to use it effectively. You can take really amazing pics with it, just take the time to study and practice using it! Two thumbs way up!

Dust on the image sensor is a problem inherent to all DSLR cameras. Whenever the mirror box is exposed to the environment, dust can (and will) get in and get statically attracted to the image sensor. Canon, with the ultrasonic dust cleaning feature and the image-degrading dust delete and detection software, seems in principle to have solidly addressed the problem. Unfortunately, this does not impress in practice.

If you are not familiar with how sensor dust appears in photographs, look at the sample in the Product Description, where they attempt to demonstrate the strength of the dust management features- or go to pbase.com and look at samples of the XTi from regular, everyday users. In particular, look for samples that have lots of blue sky. The dust will appear as spots/dots or splotches. The more your lens is stopped down (small aperture, >f10), the more prominent the dust spot in the image.

I purchased an XTi body and Canon's EF 28-135mm USM lens from Amazon and, in my rather clean office, I carefully unpacked the camera and lens from their display boxes and immediately mated the two. I only had one lens, so the two were never unpaired. I took the camera on a mountain trip and was horrified to find dust spots on many of my shots. At first I thought I got something on the lens filter (purchased separately) but no. The spots appear in the exact same spot from shot to shot and become sharper if the aperture is stopped down. They are non-existent when the lens is wide or moderately open (shallow depth of field).

Before I enflame a bunch of pro photographers, once I realized the dust was present on my images, I ran through the forced cleaning and allowed the camera to map the dust for removal in the DPP software. Subsequent shots of sky with small aperture revealed no improvement. Amazon instantly replaced the camera, but it was actually worse. After doing some research, I was led to the Giottos Rocket Air Blaster, but this just moved some of the spots to a different location on the sensor. I have an expectation that a factory fresh DSLR would be clean and free of debris on the image sensor. Even higher-end Canons apparently have this out-of-the-box problem- just google it. I refuse to resort to physical methods (swabs/fluid) to clean the sensor of brand new camera, the very act makes me a bit nervous.

I would accept a dust problem if I changed lenses in the field, wind blowing and all, but this is not the case. However, the special dust management features of the XTi fail under the most benign conditions. I give the XTi 3 stars as a penalty for failing on the dust promise, but would give it 5 stars otherwise. It does take fantastic pictures, especially on photos taken with low f numbers and without big areas of light-colored objects.

I purchased a camera from Canon and 2 months later mirror locks up, nothing works, my daughter is in Hong Kong on a once in a life time trip. There is a Canon Center in Hong Kong but this is a US warranty, they can not even talk to each other. Canon is not Worldwide as it claims on their web site. I will never buy another canon.

My first digital SLR was the Canon D10. Great camera. I had it for roughly 5 years. Thought it might be old so I sold it on amazon to a fellow that I'm quite sure got a great deal. It didn't have a scratch on it. After I sold it, I felt like it was a mistake, as it was such a great camera. I kept my lenses. My brother has the Rebel XTi and told me to get it. I did. I like it better that the D10. Quicker start up. Quicker at pretty much everything. Great pictures, although to be honest, I cannot tell the difference between the two. I take only a few pictures per week, but use it alot on vacations. Just a beginner at best. We use my wifes canon point and shoot around the house. The Rebel is smaller than the D10, this may be the only down side for a large hand. I would buy it again without reservation.

I've used Canon cameras since the days of the original Canon AE-1, in the 1980s. More recently I've owned several Canon digital point and shoot cameras. This is the first Digital SLR that I've owned and it's just a wonderful camera.

As soon as I switch the camera on it's ready to go. I'm using lenses from my Canon EOS camera of a few years ago and they work wonderfully with the Digital Rebel XTi. The only difference is that the effective focal length is slightly larger, so a 35mm lens on the Digital Rebel is the same as a 50mm lens on a film camera.

There are a LOT of controls on this camera that make it easy to change film speed (up to ISO 1600), focus points, and other settings. I spent the first week playing with the camera so I can get used to making changes quickly. I also bought the book Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi/400D Digital Field Guide and read through it to learn more about the camera. This was MUCH better than just the user manual which came with the camera.

The camera is FAST at taking pictures, even when using the flash. The flash is high enough that I see a lot less red-eye. I've tried using lower resolution settings and find that even the Medium setting produces super sharp pictures with lots of detail.

The Digital Rebel goes into a low power mode when left on, and is ready to shoot as soon as you press the shutter release. I've left it on for more than 2 days and still find LOTS of power left in the battery. So far I've been able to leave the camera on and shoot over 300 pictures without running the battery down completely.

If you're going to use this camera to shoot in Raw mode, you'll need a BIG memory card. I bought a Kingston 2GB CompactFlash Memory Card with the camera, fast and fairly large capacity. When I'm using Raw mode, the camera takes a Large format JPG picture together with the Raw one. With a 2GB card you'll have enough room for about 100 pictures, versus over 550 with just Large mode alone. So you may want to consider the 4GB Kingston Compactflash Card.

Colors from the shots are really nice with great skin tones, even when using the flash. The Rebel has a lot of different photo modes, but I'm mostly sticking with P where it chooses both aperture and shutter speed. I can use the small wheel just behind the shutter release to easily change these for more speed or better depth of field.

I'm really glad I chose this camera, and I'm looking forward to many years of happy picture taking with it.

I held on to my Canon film SLR as long as I could while the digital camera era passed me by, but the cost for the Rebel XTi became reasonable enough for me to splurge into digital without sacrificing my existing Canon EOS lenses. The only existing Canon equipment I swapped was my Speedlight 420EZ which wasn't compatible with EOS digital for a 430EX. I have used Canon products for over 20 years. Canon Rules!

I don't know why I waited so long to step up to the sweet feeling of taking real digital pictures. My Canon Rebel XTi brings me great pleasure to shoot pictures, like I've never even dreamed of. It's the way digital photography was meant to be. As a professional photo editor and a Photoshop instructor, I highly recommend putting down your under 500 dollar digital camera and see what photography should be. Can't say enough good things about it, worth every penny...

This is a great camera that takes the best pictures. It is easy to use and transfer to the computer is easy.

I recommend not getting the kit, as the lens in it is rather pathetic. The only plus the lens had is that it was cheap. Personally, I would recommend getting the body only and then purchasing a prime 50mm 1.8 instead. The total price will be comparible to getting the body and kit lens and you will have a better lens overall.

A great camera for the price.

I'm a long time Canon user and have always appreciated how easy Canon camera's worked as well as the quality of the pictures taken. I purchased this eos rebel XTi before going on a family vacation and with the expectation of a future visit overseas. I wanted to have good quality pictures to remember each by. Also, I have a 17 year old Canon 650 film camera with extra lenses and flash that also fit and work just fine with the new xti. You've got to love that about a camera almost 20 years later! I've taken approximately 500 pictures since this has arrived and find the quality what I expected and hoped for - excellent. Though I'm still learning how to use all of it's features - I would highly recommend the canon eos XTi to anyone short of the professional with lots of extra money!

Beautiful camera,the lens is ok,but i need a better lens,i am getting the 17-85mm for real quality pictures.
I really love this camera!

This is no doubt the best camera I have ever used. It produces striking images in spite of my inexperience. My first pictures with the XTi were at a family picnic and many of the photos would rival professional portraits. It was effortless to get stop motion pictures at the family baseball games where the baseball was frozen in flight and the subjects were in sharp focus. Almost all the pictures I took have that WOW factor and the rest were better than normal.

I took a lot of pictures at the picnic expecting to discard most of them, as I had to do in the past with my old digital camera. Well now we need more disk space because we want to keep the majority of the pictures. I used both the automatic picture type settings and semi-automatic settings with great results. The field guide I bought with the camera took the fear out of using the SLR style camera which turns out to be as easy as any point and shoot camera I have used.

We used to miss shots because the old camera took several seconds to be ready when it was powered on and in between shots. The Canon XTi is almost instantly on and will take 3 frames a second. It is much faster than I can react so now I have not missed any shots because the camera was not ready.

Buy this one it is worth every nickel.

I got it to replace my 300D (the original Digital Rebel). Although it is smaller, with the Canon Battery Grip it fits my hands just ok. The pictures are amazing, I see the most improvement at higher ISOs. I am not too crazy about the fact that they went to 10 MP, increased dynamic range or a fullframe sensor would have been nicer. But maybe next time. One change I am not crazy about is a green status light on top of the camera that shines when the unit is on (at least it's not blue like so many LEDs today). I intend to put tape over it to cover it. But these are insignificant complaints. The camera is great, very fast operation (card writes, switch on time...), battery life is amazing.

We took the 'leap of faith' and spent much more than intended, but are so glad we did. My wife prefers the simplicity of the auto settings, I prefer to use the manual adjustments to achieve different effects. This camera is easy to use and has many options and capabilities. The battery pack accessory (option) is a must in order to provide a solid hand grip as well as extended power for taking hundreds of photos on a charge. The controls (buttons, etc) are laid out very well and make operation convenient. A good compact flash card of at least 2GB is also a must (not included with camera kit). Our experience so far is that it is a wonderful piece of equipment, very customizable with regards to settings and options, and worth the investment. True, you can't put it in your pocket or purse, but at the end of the day when you bring your photos home to upload and print, you're glad you had this camera and not a point-and-shoot. If I just want a quick snapshot I'll use my cellphone.

OMG...He loves this camera. He takes it with him everywhere and is considering pursuing photography because of it. He bought himself a dozen books and magazines to learn to get the most out of it. I could not have gotten him a better gift!

This is the second "Rebel" camera I have owned. The first was a "Rebel 2000" 35mm film camera. Before I start the review, I would like to mention that this camera needs a new name. Carrying a bulky slr (even a rebel ain't that inconspicuous) over one's shoulder does not exactly conjure images of Jimmy Dean. Unfortunately, "400D" isn't really the most unique moniker either.

Now, on to the camera... First off, I would like to say that the technology that this device possesses is extremely impressive. I don't feel at all cheated by the asking price. That being said, not all of the amazing functions available are easily accessible. Just try to set "Custom White Balance" and it becomes apparent that the ostentatious number of options contained in this gadget may have kept the designers from being able to present a streamlined user interface. Alas, the controls required by a photographer--as opposed to a gadget freak--can be accessed through diligence. User interface = minus one-half star.

But this "rebel" does offer many of the functions that made me ditch my film rebel for an Canon Elan film camera. Those include: choice of AF mode easily accessible, pretty good autofocus system, and metal lens mount on the front of the camera body. Also, this being digital, there is fairly easy access to preset white balance, iso, metering mode and drive mode.

Image quality is nearly identical to any nikon or canon dslr with a 1.5 or 1.6 crop sensor. Very good indeed. Five stars there.

Ergonomics are sacrificed for size, but I actually am happy to make this sacrifice. For studio work or the Serengeti, I'm sure a 1D with full frame sensor is great. But I need a camera that I can actually carry at the zoo or amusement park without bashing 6-year-olds in the forehead with my unruly 7 pound "machine" complete with gargantuan battery grip and 10 million candle power "strobe."

Speaking of strobe, the on camera flash works just great for fill and the 1/200th flash synch is certainly sufficient. But, just try taking a succession of pics using on camera fill flash without filling the buffer. Now I've got to put an external flash on the top of my "carry around" slr.
Minus one more half-star.

In closing, this camera is a good buy. If the photographer requires a larger camera or better build quality, the 30D (What?! Canon doesn't like the name "Elan" anymore?) is readily available for a little more money.
Just don't expect any improvement in image quality from a 30D.

One parting thought. I wish to offer some advice to anyone reading this. One of the most important things a person can learn to do with a digital camera is to "reformat" the memory card after downloading the images to a computer. This ensures that the files on the card don't become "corrupted"
like the little rebels prowling our streets. Unfortunately, Canon has buried this function in a menu. Upon purchasing this camera, learn the necessary steps to "format" the CF card. Then write a review like this one to let Canon know how much the process of formatting the card sucks. Hey, Canon people!! Are you out there? Give us a dedicated button to format, dummies! Better still make the camera ask if the photographer would like to
format the card each time a card is re-inserted. As I used to say during my
elementary school "rebel" phase, "duh." (End of rant. I'm still rating this four stars. Guess I'm Canon's lil beeeyawtch.)

This camera came recommended from several sources - we did our homework. It is a spectacular piece of equipment. Very user friendly and wow it takes incredible pictures!
I have alot of homework ahead of me though - this type of camera requires some work on the user's part .. but I knew this going in. I've had many cheaper digital cameras that do all the auto stuff.. and I decided it was time to step up to the plate!

Very nice camera. The only known drawback is it doesn't have a SD card.

This is the best decision that I have ever made! This camera is wonderful! It was definitely worth the extra couple hundred dollars to get the xti instead of the xt. If you are thinking about getting this camera, you should! I also recommend getting a dvd to teach you about the different settings and how to use them.

I got this camera, my first DSLR, as a Christmas 2006 gift, and it has taken me back to the days of SLR photography.

Connectivity to Windows Vista, and for that matter, Windows XP computers is a snap.

The quality of images taken is superb, and you have the option of saving to Canon's RAW format, for which Canon has delivered RAW viewers for both Windows Vista and XP. You can also use extremely large CF cards in it; for example, up to the 8 GB CF card I currently use.

My only peeve is that you cannot make mini movies with it, which you can with digicams a fraction of its cost.

The Canon XTi is an amazing camera. It's so simple, you can literally point and shoot right out of the box and get great shots, but so loaded with features that it takes awhile to master it. I've used it for about 8 months, mostly while traveling, and I couldn't be happier with it.

The camera body is small, as others have noted, but as a woman with smallish hands that wasn't a problem and the size makes it relatively light to carry around. The battery life is terrific--on my last month-long trip I recharged it once. The many auto shooting options--macro, night portrait, etc. are easily accessible by turning the dial on the upper right of the body.

My 1G card holds about 400 10 megapixel photos--that's a lot of data!--be prepared for some long downloads.(Note: the camera comes with NO memory card, and it's certainly worth it to get the biggest one you can afford.) I experimented quite a bit with leaving the flash off, and the camera takes great photos at night or in low light. Camera shake is always a problem at low exposures, of course, and it's well worth it to carry along a mini tripod. The biggest problem is that the lens that comes with the camera is 18-55 mm, and you will immediately lust after a good telephoto, which can cost half of what you paid for the camera itself. (I'm asking my husband for one for Christmas.) All in all, it's a great camera that I anticipate will keepe happy for a long time.

Great camera. Very easy to use. I got the started package with the starter lens. If I were to do it again I would not get the lens and but a telephoto zoom lens instead.

Excellent outputs, user friendly. Even my 4-year old can produce professional quality shots with this camera. The only drawback is the inability to frame with the LCD view window. But overall it's an excellent camera for the price!

I bought this camera for about 2 weeks. Took about 500 pictures already.

My Canon friends told me it will be a bit hard at the beginning to get well focus razor sharp images. It took me a few practice to start understand this camera.

I also own a Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L lens together with xti which now takes great picture!

I have to agree that focusing is a problem at the beginning. But some are solvable, like using f8.0 instead of f2.8 (that's why get a fast lens and also a tripod) Metering on the right area to get good contrast.

The CMOS sensor noise is really good, it's one of the low sensor noise even at high ISO setting. (I use a lot in indoor ISO400) It also comes with noise reduction (NR) to suppress hot pixel which is very useful when your exposure is longer than 1 second. [That's why need a tripod again] It also provides anti-dust mechanism to "shake off" dust from the sensor.

I read somewhere the shutter will last 50k shots. [The 20d seems can last 100k but at a much higher price] That's pretty much but I do hope that when this body fails, I can repair or get a better model.

All in all, I like this camera very much!

I've got 30 years experience as a professional travel and fashion photographer and photography instructor. 10 yrs ago I retired and sold all of my Nikon 35mm SLR equipment for an Olympus C-3030 digital point & shoot that allowed me to override the exposure settings. I loved the picture quality of the camera but missed the SLR capapbilities and hated the 'lag time' between pushing the shutter button and taking the picture. Too many action shots were missed. (I retired to taking action shots of my newborn granddaughter)

This camera is EVERYTHING you could ever need. The 10MP lets me take macro shots as close as 15" (using the depth of field) and blow them up to 20"x30" posters that are good enough to display in exhibition or to sell!

The shutter is instantanous and the exposure meter is astounding. I'm a little too old fashioned to enjoy all of the focusing targets but I just set the target for the series I'm shooting (usually weighted towards a rule of thirds arena) and it performs flawlessly.

If you want a nobrainer this is your camera. If you want to control and change anything and everything this is your camera. With my experience I've yet to find anything it wouldn't do, commercially or privately.

Although I would NEVER RECOMMEND WHAT I'M ABOUT TO SAY, IT NEVER THE LESS HAPPENED AND I THINK I SHOULD REPORT IT. After a floral shoot at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center near Austin, Tx. (102 degree heat) I lazily laid the camera on the floor of the backseat of the car and took off. On the freeway back into town I had to slam on the brakes. The cola cooler on the seat fell forward and a half quart of water (thawed ice)spilled directly onto the floor and camera. I grabbed the XTi and immediately took out the card and battery, then rubbed everything dry. I then waited until morning allowing EVERYTHING to dry out. Water and cameras aren't fatal, but water and electronics are, so LET IT DRY BEFORE TURNING IT ON! I haven't missed a shot. Now again, it's not recommended but it is pretty darn impressive!

I love this camera, this is the third generation, and I have now owned all three. The larger LCD screen sold this one for sure! Its quick, quiet, and inexpensive. As always very crisp photographs. The new in camera photo options, lets you change to black and white and many other options, where before you did this with your editing programs on the pc. This is hands down a winner...I LOVE MY CANON!

I was so happy while receiving this camera the last couple days I was at San Francisco. I went on a night trip to the golden gate park and took so many wonderful pictures. As I was taking more pictures, I've noticed the battery was losing its strength to 3 bars. Then in next couple minuts, during a 30 sec night-view shot, the camera shut off the power by itself. I assumed the battery was running out. The next morning, when I took out the flash card, read it in PC, it shows reading error. Tried to use many applications to recover it, nothing works. I lost all my photos I took at SF without a warning ... Very bad design on low battery power scenario ...

I've had this camera for over a month, by this then have taken over 2000 pictures with it, and couldn't be happier. The camera size is perfect, doesn't need to be better or smaller. It has solid construction, and looks like a resistant professional camera. It's operation system is easy to use and to get used to. And te pictures are greatt!!! Sharp, colorfull pictures with tons of details captured, the speed and aperture control is fantastic and the possibilities seem endless. I have friends that bought Nikons or Sony cameras... and after using and seein my Canon XTi they end up wishing they could simply exchange their camera for one like mine. Those other cameras are "babys" compared to the Canon XTi.

I bought this in January, and as a result have rediscovered photography! Back a few years ago, I was shooting about 300 rolls of slide film a year, mostly underwater. Lifestyle changes, and I was down to 2 or 3 rolls of print film a year for the last six years, BUT... Now since January I have shot about 4000 pictures! Search flickr for John Brandauer for some samples. This camera is amazing!

The kit lens, well...., it's OK for the money, a kit with the 50mm 1.8 would have been better(a bargain of a lens), but the price of the body versus the kit and it is $67 for the lens! So get the kit, then the 50mm, and the 100mm Tokina macro, and the Tokina 80-400. That's what I did. The wider will come later,

Still learning the nuances of digital, relearning the advantages of a tripod, etc, but thoroughly enjoying! This is a lot of camera for little money. I sold my Nikon's: 8008, FM, EM, 2020, I'll not go back. Digital SLR is the way to go!

Quality pictures, ease of use, feature rich, large display, user profiles, the list goes on

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black): Digital has finally become useful! This camera exactly as noted above has been everything I have been waiting for. No delay that I can tell, multiple shots just by holding down the button. User friendly selections and the ability to go totally manual in all aspects. With just this set up I took a pic which showed the detail down to the hairs on a spider's legs, outdoors at 2am, flash from camera and a porchlight.

This camera takes fabulous photos ! I bought it 1 week before leaving for Europe so I could play around and figure out the settings. The photos are so crisp and clear. I bought the body only because the lenses fit from my regular Rebel. Highly recommended !

I couldn't be happier with this camera. I also have a digital Rebel (first generation) which has a lot of miles on it, but this camera outperforms it. Maybe because I've used a lot of Canon digitals, I'm used to the controls and menus, but I do find them pretty simple and easy. I like the iso/burst mode and other controls handy on the backadn also the larger screen is a nice. I also looked at the Nikon D40, but thought the 10mp vs 6mp could be handy at times (MP is not everything, but with a large enough card, it can't hurt either). Buy a big memory card because you'll want to shoot a lot! Quality is first rate and Canons other lenses work perfectly with it.

Camera is easy to use, but offers many advanced features. One thing missing is shooting the picture via lcd screen, must use wiew finder.

Excellent camera---easy to use and understand. Exceptional pictures. I am very happy with my purchase and highly recommend this camera.

This is simply the best! Image, features, easiness of handling... Simply the best camera ever! I love it!!!

I was a point and shoot camera advocate. I loved the small, "fits in your pocket" coolness factor that the P&S cameras had. What made me change my way of thinking was during one of my trips to Sydney, Australia. I was walking in the late afternoon and the sun was just setting down and I tried to shoot some early evening/night time pictures of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.. and failed miserably with my little P&S. So I decided to take the plunge down the DSLR lane.

For those looking for a great first DSLR camera, the XTi will not disappoint. I do recommend that you upgrade the lens right away (or rather, buy just the camera body and get the SIGMA 18-200mm OS) because the stock lens just does not cut it. Having come from P&S, I was used to the 10X zoom and with the stock lens, you only get 3X and the high end of that is only 55mm. So save about 50bucks (which you can put towards a better lens) by just buying the camera body and you will not regret it.

I have taken numerous pictures with this camera - from regular day photos to stunning night time shots. I just could not believe the quality of the details of the night time pics. If you are afraid of the perceived "complications" that DSLRs seem like having, you have nothing to fear. I was able to take the camera out of the box, and start shooting right away. Afterwards, I read the manual to get a feel for what each knob did and have not looked back ever since.

To help you improve your shooting skills, I do recommend getting a good book which will help explain aperture, shutter speed, and other camera linggo. Overall, you will not regret buying this camera. In short - a great starter camera with tons of "pro" capabilities.

I'm no expert in the SLR arena but this camera is easy to use, small and light. I've taken about 1000 pictures in the first month or so that I've had it. Already I've noticed the limitations of the kit lens and am looking for my first opportunity to buy a nice sharp lens (possibly a prime). However, as far as the camera body goes, I think it will last me a long time. All controls seem pretty straightforward. The only setting that seems to me a little difficult to change (considering how often it needs to be changed) is the white balance. If this is an issue for you get a big memory card to take your pictures in RAW (12Mb per image).

I've been looking to get a Digital SLR for a long time now. I've done quite a bit of research and decided to go with Canon's Digital Rebel XTi for the price, features and quality. There are quite a lot of controls that I need to get used to...after all...I just started to understand terms such as "F-stop".

Overall, though, I am extremely happy with this purchase. I feel this is a great introduction to the SLR world. There's still the point and shoot ability, but with a lot more flexibility and enough features to help the budding photographer. The default lens proves to be pretty flexible, but the low price (compare to say, the 30D) allowed more funds for me to purchase 2 other lenses.

In my book, the quality in build and quality of the results are definitely was well worth the money paid. I also like the fact that it is lighter than the 30D.

Best camera out there for this price range. Pictures are getting procesed fast and are sharp, menus improved alot, and are much easier to use.

I have had this camera for 8 months. I love it. I can take very professional pictures. Although it is a novice camera,it has great features of its sisters that are considered pro line cameras, but is less expensive than its sisters. There is one downfall, it does not have a pc sync which can be overcome with a hotshoe adapter. If you are a beginner or intermediate SLR photographer this is a good choice. If you are advanced I would suggest a more professional camera.

This camera is finally the one that got me to give up my beloved EOS-1 35mm and go digital. With film processing stores closing left and right, I was looking for a digital camera that would give me all the creative options of film, but wouldn't cost a fortune. The rebel fills the bill nicely. Complete control over ISO, white balance, saturation, sharpness and color temperature give me all the power I need to take the pictures I want. 10 megapixel resolution gives me better images than scanned slides, too. The final straw was finding out that this camera has mirror lock-up, something my EOS-1 lacked. I was sold.

Canon really improved things over the last Rebel. Controls are more intuitive, the 2.5 inch LCD is bright and clear, and the appearance is vastly improved. The grip still needs to be bigger, but I bought the optional battery grip to solve that problem. After installing the battery grip, I now would consider it a "must have" item.

I hated the idea of going digital. I was proud of being one of the few film users around here. But I can't argue with the facts: Digital pictures are now just as good, and much more convenient.

Pros: Sharp, beautiful pictures; great features and controls for the money; creative features usually not found in entry-level DSLR's.

Cons: Small size makes it difficult to hold steady; the price has dropped twice since I bought it (ARGGGGH!).

I just received this camera yesterday and I LOVE it. I had played around with a few cameras at Best Buy before deciding which SLR I would purchase and I've always had a connection with the Canon. It's pretty "user-friendly" and helps me take beautiful pictures. The images are very sharp and the automatic sensor cleaning makes it even better! I would recommend this camera to anyone, even those who aren't interested in making a career of photography but like to take a lot of family/friend photos.

Very easy to use. My wife, who did not like my previous cameras likes the XTi because it is light and agile.

I just have to say that I am so happy with my purchase of the Rebel XTi. It is so easy to use, and the quality of photos is just wonderful. I am still busy learning how to use the MANY functions of the camera, so I know it will still bring me so much more joy than it already does. I recommend this camera to anyone who loves to take photos. It is worth it!

Best available SLR camera cost benefit taken into account. This statement is before Nikon D300 launch. But it should be safe enough to say that Canon D400 will maintain status.

I receive in perfect time and useless camera. It came without memory card. THATS OK i had to go to best buy (where i did not want in first place to buy the camera) and i bought the card..... the camera put an error message on screen. Then i said well, lets go again to best buy and chenge the card. THEY told me it almost impossible but we change the card for you. SAME ERROR MESSAGE. I tried to format the card.... SAME ERROR. This coulb be my 8th camera digital almost all SONY and it is my second CANON. FIRST TIME THAT CAME BROKEN / NOT WORKING.

I have a Digital Rebel XT that I love. I needed a second camera so I purchased the XTi, another great camera.

Beware ordering this camera from Adorama. I placed an online order with them for the XTi. After I placed the order I got a call from one of their sales people. He informed me of specials that were available with the purchase of the XTi. I agreed to one of the specials, but didn't receive everything I was told over the phone.

I love this camera. This is my first 'real' digital SLR after having used emulsion film SLRs for twenty years. I can't say enough good things about its construction, functionality, capability, and ergonomics. I do suggest getting a supplemental DVD that specifically instructs users for the digital rebel, as the manual is pretty dry. Getting into the Canon system is great- lots of lenses and flashes that are all top notch (that is, you can buy anywhere in their range from entry-level consumer to top-notch professional gear). Highly recommended!

This is agreat camera for those who want something professional but dont want to spend that much money, canon's sensors give you the best colors and quality (over nikon for sure), and the size of this litte toy is much more smaller than its big brothers (20D 5D).

I'm sure many readers will have seen any number of reviews that cover the Canon XTi (400 in Europe) extensively. I bought mine purely as a way to take pictures while on vacation and not risk my higher end Canon bodies and lenses. My thinking was that if an accident happened or someone stole my camera, I would not lose as much in value.

The lifespan of the shutter is problematic and I've probably shot a fifth of the number of shutter releases the camera is expected to have in the last four months. And, so far, no camera snatchers have made a go at it. I got the silver body just to make it look less professional.

The big surprise for me is the camera's toughness. In my travels I have taken one hard spill where the camera went flying and, at another time, I accidently whipped the camera off my shoulder and sent it spinning away. Both times the camera hit the concrete hard.

Each time, after picking up the camera with some worry that it had met its demise, I found that it worked the same as before.

Now I should add that I had a Kirk Enterprises base plate mounted on the bottom of the camera and it shows the only scrapes that I can find, so it must have been the point of initial impact both times. That does not change the fact that the entire camera took hard shocks each time. No lens damage either with the 17-85mm IS lens.

For those of you who may think of the Canon amateur SLR as too plastic or too fragile--think again. Personally, I wonder how many frames I can shoot past the 50,000 mark before the shutter actually dies.

You can't go wrong with this camera. There is simply not a better buy out there.

My wife acquired this camera for my birthday. I was disappointed when I open the box there was no lenses. She was fooled by the photo about this product. Although it stated "Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only)" but the photo doesn't reflect that.

Is a great camera, very good resolution and easy to use, very good seller's support.

I already have a Canon Elan IIe, but it's time to go digital. While looking into digital SLR's, I saw that this was the best bang for my buck. Tons of features and a great price. When you compare it to its competition, the Nikon D80, the price is a lot better. It seems that with Nikon, the price gets raised a bit due to its name. But that doesn't always mean its better. For my needs, this is great. It's good enough for a beginner and is more than enough camera if you decide to grow and get more into photography.

My only problem was when I got the camera, it seemed to underexpose pictures. I literally had to keep the exposure compensation up about a stop or so to get normal looking photos. I looked online and saw this was a big problem with a lot of people, so I returned the camera and had a new one sent. The new one is fine and works perfect. Unfortunately, when I called Canon they denied the problem even though it's all over the web on every forum and review. But hey, the new camera is fine....must have gotten one of the bad ones. Maybe they're working on it, who knows.

Also, the kit lens is just OK. It's a bit slow, but for the price I don't expect a 2.8 or 1.4. Maybe consider buying the body only and using the extra money for a better lens.

All in all, I'm happy with it!

I've had my XTi for just over a month now (bought from Amazon) and it's really improved my photography. Others have even commented that I've "shifted to a new gear". Features are a nice improvement from the DSLR-wannabe I had before (Panasonic FZ30) but it's the image quality that's really the big step up. Get the best-quality lenses for this (*not* the kit lens) and you'll be very happy.

Pros:

* Image Quality
* Ergonomics (most common settings are easy to change, good displays)
* Battery life (200 shots with 50% flash and battery still said 100%)
* The user manual is decent, though not stellar.
* Long exposure noise reduction feature is very good.
* Good set of customization options (though the manual doesn't explain them enough).

Cons:

* Canon's organizer/editor software, Digital Photo Professional, always crashes on my Windows PC and technical support was no help.
* Hand grip is too small (height and volume) for my large hand. Make sure you handle one first. I had to train myself to squish all three fingers into the space provided so my pinky didn't hang off the bottom. This is a real step backwards from the original Digital Rebel.
* Some settings that I use a lot are hidden too far in the menus.
* Sensor dust cleaner won't get everything. I had to manually blow dust off the sensor (with a blower, *NOT* my breath!) about 1 week after I got this, though no sensor dust since.

Conclusion:
I'm *very* glad I bought this camera and look forward to many years using it.

BTW, Amazon farms this order out to another vendor, so you won't get free shipping and you'll have to contact that vendor separately to get an order tracking number.

If you care:

You can see my photos with this camera on Flickr at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/stewstryker/

I ordered the body w/o the kit lens, and instead got the Canon 17-40mm L zoom and the Canon 70-300mm IS zoom. At some point I'll add the Canon 50mm 1.8 lens.

Shipping was a little slow, but that was only because I ordered it right before Labor Day weekend, so that is to be expected. Arrived in perfect condition. Great camera. A+

The Canon EOS 400D / Rebel XTi is a great entry-level digital SLR which improves on its predecessor in many respects. It has higher resolution without compromising noise levels, a wide variety of anti-dust features, a bigger screen which doubles-up for detailed shooting information, the AF system of its bigger brother and fast overall handling.
The only thing that's missing is a cheap lens bundle with Image Stabilisation. This will undoubtedly have potential buyers carefully weighing it up!
Owners of the original EOS 300D / Digital Rebel who avoided the 350D / XT will find it hard to resist the new 400D / XTi. Upgrading will get them a smaller and lighter body with much faster startup, along with a considerably higher resolution sensor, bigger screen, improved AF and anti-dust capabilities. They're all big step-ups and well worth making the move!!
I would recommend this camera for all amateur photographers like me!! :)

OMG . . . What An AMAZING Camera!!!

It is easy to use. The pictures are so, so clear it's unbelievable. With the included software you can zoom in so far you can actually see the pores on the faces in the pictures. Everyone LOVES the pictures I have taken. I'm just very, very happy with the purchase of this camera! I have absolutely no complaints what-so-ever. This is a purchase you will not regret.

I have been useing the XTi for about three weeks and i love it. It is easy to use and well worth the price.

problem: you take a picture in auto mode and it's too dark- first, try fill flash to fix the problem, but if this doesn't solve the problem, here's another idea:

in auto mode press half-way on the shutter while focusing on the subject's white dress (light colored shirt or anything light the same distance from you as whatever your photographing) then return your focus to your subject and press the shutter. then voilà... hopefully :)

This is my first SLR camera. I switched from Point and shoot canon powershot sd450. Since I am not professional photographer, I don't want to shed more money. I searched all over the internet last week for a best Digital SLR camera. At last I selected Canon Digital Rebel Xti. I am very satisfied with this camera. It is too good. Picture quality is very good. I bought 75-300mm III USM Lens along with this. My first picture with this lens is Moon. WOW it came very good. I would definitely recommend this to any one who wants to switch from Point and Shoot.

I'm a professional photographer and I wanted a really good camera for vacations and goofing around without having to lug around my "big" camera.

I was so frustrated using the point & shoot that wouldn't recycle fast enough and I would lose a lot of good images and it only had fully automatic functions.

I love this camera. It has enough bells and whistles so I can still use it like my professional camera and I can use it manually to override the automatic functions. A lot of the consumer cameras won't let you do that.

If you want the manual feature you must get the XTi, the XT doesn't have it.

The important things for me - fast recycle time, removeable lenses, high iso, and 10 mg pixels. This camera has all those!

What else can I say!? I love this camera. Great value and an exceptional product.

I previously owned the Rebel 6 MP camera which was bought in 2003 (I believe). I upgraded to the XTi this year and just can't believe how much better the images are that come out of this camera. This camera creates well balanced exposures and when I use it with my 50mm 1.8 lens the images are just crisp. I just purchased the Canon 28mm 1.4 lens and can't wait to get it. So needless to say, if you can use a prime lens then do over a zoom. I highly recommend this camera to anyone, even got my photographer friend to purchase one. You won't regret it!

Tip: if you have larger hands, this camera is a bit small, then buy the vertical grip.

I bought this camera after a thorough review of the market including the competition. For me, it would have been a winner in this comparison anyway, but there was also the matter of compatibility with the 3 lenses I had for my EOS 1000: a Canon EF 35-80, a Tamron 28-80 and a Sigma 70-210. I thought I could make use of my previous investment.
Here are the bad news:
Albeit the promises, it does not work! I haven't tried the Canon lens, but the Tamron and the Sigma both don't work. They mount alright physically, but then I get an error when trying to shoot and I have to turn the camera off and on again. Couldn't produce even one shot with them.
This is a huge dissapointment.
The good: other than that, it's a great camera. I'm using it with a SanDisk 2GB ULTRA II CompactFlash Card bought for ~$20 here, and I get excellent shots. The response and speed are great - I take multiple shots per second. Operation is pretty easy.

The bottom line: an excellent digital SLR for the serious amateur. But don't count on it to work with your older EF-compatible lenses.
(disclaimer - there could theoretically be a problem with my lenses. They have been sitting for a while. But what are the odds 2 of them are broken? unfotunately I curerntly have no way to check them independently).

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.

I was a bit hesitant from going from my old point and shoot camera to a larger SLR, but decided to try this camera based on the reviews.

I could not be happier.

It takes great photos and it is small enough to be easy to carry around without too much weight or size.

5 stars is not enough for this.

As soon as we got our hands on it we were amazed at Canons improvements. Our Canon review panel have tested every function, every mode and evey setting of the Canon Digital Rebel XTi in the hope that we could provide you with a balanced and objective review, yet to our frustration all we came up with is that the Digital Rebel XTi is a very similar but much better quality camera than the Digital Rebel XT. Although despite its modest dimensions, Canon has stuck with the traditional Compact Flash memory card format for the XTi model.

You won't be shocked to find that Digital Rebel XTi features an oversized 2.5 inch screen & boasts Canon's Picture Styles function. The XTi also inherited the previous Canon 30D's nine-point AF system. However, instead of using the proven 8 MP sensor found in its predecessor, the XT model, Canon has this time developed a fa superior 10.1 MP CMOS sensor! This makes the Digital Rebel XTi the highest resolution D-SLR camera with an EF-S lens mount to date!

The advanced features make the Canon XTi a significantly better upgraded model than was expected, also placing Canon's entry-level D-SLR above its own higher end EOS 30D! So, we happily award the new EOS 400D a '5 Star' rating and believe it's a feasible competitor to Sony's new 'Alpha 100'. The Xti is certainly a hot addition to the Canon 'Digital Rebel' SLR range. In short, if you liked the previous Canon Digital Rebel XT, you'll undoubtedly be thrilled with the Canon Digital Rebel XTi.

You can find many more complete reviews of the worlds top digital cameras here at www.Your-Digital-Photography.com so why not visit us today!

I recently purchased a Canon Rebel Xti, EOS 10.1 MP SLR. It was an upgrade for me from a Minolta 35mm and a digital Nikon Coolpix. I found that I could not get the shots I wanted with the point and shoot cameras¡K the shutter speed was too slow and the aperture too narrow. By the time the shutter closed, my children were long gone from the image and so I got lots of blur. My point and shoots NEVER survived in low light¡Kneedless to say I have fallen in love with my ¡§Rebel¡¨ and according to my husband, spend way too much time with ¡§her¡¨ º

In my search for a good SLR that matched my budget, I chose the Canon Rebel Xti. I also chose Rebel based on other customer reviews. I researched the camera to make sure it was the ¡§right¡¨ one for me. My neighbor has an XT and she loved it. I got to see the feel of it and how it worked.

The Rebel comes with an 18-55mm zoom lens, which is great for almost all photos. The clarity on this lens however is not ¡§top notch¡¨ and neither is the sharpness. The downside to moving to the SLR is that it is ¡§in the way¡¨ around my neck¡Khits the kids in the face when I bend down and not as easy to ¡§lug¡¨ around. Otherwise, I did not find it cumbersome to travel with. The cumbersome item was the tripod I carried in my hands. It is worth it though considering the HUGE difference in capability.

Specifications for 18-55 mm ¡V comes with camera
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6
Lens Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (1 aspheric element)
Diagonal Angle of View: 75¢X 20' - 27¢X 50'
Focus Adjustment: Inner focusing system with MM
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.28m / 0.92 ft. to infinity
Zoom System: Rotating Type
Filter Size: 58mm
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight: 2.7" x 2.6", 6.7oz. / 69mm x 66.2mm, 190g

My photographic mentor encouraged me to purchase a 50mm f1.8, as I enjoy doing portraiture, flowers, and photos in the sanctuary at church. I have had the 55 mm for about 2 weeks and shot about 700 photos with it. I paid $75.00 for it. It is made by Canon. I really like this lens because the lens produces a nice bokeh on wide aperture shots. The lens is very fast and snaps that shot before the subject has a chance to move. I took some great photos of some geese in the UK and at f.8 1/100 I captured the movement of the birds¡¦ wings and froze them in time. I have 3 words for this lens, sharp, fast and crisp.

There are some downsides to the 50mm¡Kyour legs are the zoom. When you look through the viewfinder your subject is right in your face. Sometimes I struggle fitting everything into the viewfinder. I find this lens most appropriate for close ups and low light shooting¡K I have used it for landscapes, etc., but it is not my lens of preference for that¡K. I like the zoom lens for those shots.

Specifications on the 50mm f1.8



This is the lightest EF lens of all at a mere 4.6 oz. (130g). Compact and high-performance, standard lens. Its Gaussian optics provide sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances. The color balance is excellent for a standard lens.

Construction 5 groups / 6 elements
Angle of view 46¢X
F stop range 1.8-22
Closest Focusing Distance 0.45m / 1.5 ft.
Maximum Magnification 1:6.66
Filter Size 52mm
Dimensions (Length x Diameter) 2.7" x 1.6" / 68.2 x 41.0mm
Weight 4.6 oz. / 130g

i love this camera. my first SLR of any kind. I have been using the hell out of it. taking tons of picutres of my 9 week old son, my wife, everything... (taken almost 2000 pictures in less than a month). not all of them have been ready for prime time and a lot have been just experimenting with and "learning" the camera, but that is the great thing abotu digital.
Great camera to learn on and should give me plenty of room to grow. software that comes with it works great as well.

I have a friend who teaches photography at a university, and he recommends this camera to all his students. It is an excellant choice given it's reliablity, ease of use, and excellant optical capabilities

This is a very nice camera, and the price is better than any to be found in a brick and mortar store. The lense that came with it is less than first rate, but it will take nice "snap shots", and is fine for a beginning photographer. Once one gets used to the camera and is comfortable with its' use, then I would recomend getting a better lense. I am an old school photographer, and personally I prefer fixed focal length lenses, but I realize that many if not most photographers prefer zoom lenses. What I would recomend is that whatever lens that you get, make sure that it has a metal bayonet attachment mechanism on the back rather than plastic. I prefer a camera lens combination that has some heft to it. My next lense will be the EF 200mm f/2 II USM, to be used for nature photography. I would also recomend that a decent camera bag is bought at the same time as the camera. I personaly like the Canon DG-200, which runs around forty or fifty dollars US. It is big enough for two bodies (I use the Xti 10.1 meg camera and a canon film camera, so that the lenses will interchange.)

Good camera for the money, and no better price/quality combination anywhere.

I love my new Canon XTI! I have two canon point and shoot cameras that take great pictures and people are ALWAYS asking me what kind of camera I use, and saying "they have to get a better camera" and they thought their camera was good. I was torn by the reviews for this xti and the Nikon d80 but I am happy with my choice of this camera, I have never seen the quality of the Nikon d80 and it may be great but the price difference and my past expereance with canon made me choose this camera. I love the battery and charger I have a Fuji that takes AA battery's and I can not use it it eats them up so fast, I think anyone who loves Canon products will be glad with this choice.

I've used several digital cameras, but the Canon Digital Rebel XTi SLR is my first 35mm camera, and I couldn't be happier. Great weight, great features, easy to use, beautiful images, I couldn't ask for anything more. I'll be using and learning with this camera for a long time to come. Now if only the lenses I want weren't so expensive!

this is the 7th or 8th (lost count after awhile) canon camera i've owned and it's about the best. perfectly-sized (not too small nor too big) w/easy to understand controls - nice history here going back to my 35 slr film cameras. the 2.5 lcd screen works well and it's fairly fast for reviewing pix compared to my earlier 6.3 meg rebel eos body.
kudos again to canon.

I bought this camera after doing a lot of online research and talking with a professional photographer friend of mine. The Rebel XTi's only weak points are the size of the grip will seem a little small for most men and the camera is a lighter construction than the Canon 20D and 30D. The grip size is easily fixed by adding the Canon battery grip, which will give you a larger grip and you will be able to shoot for a much longer time. The lighter construction is also not that bad because you can carry it for a long time before the neck strap starts to dig into your neck. This camera has more strong points than I can list here, but the self cleaning sensor and dust removal software make it worth the price. Also the 10.1 mega pixel images are sharp and look great even with my old kit lens. The camera has several picture setting that make it easy for even a "point and shoot" or you can switch to settings that let you choose either the aperture or shutter speed settings or you can choose the fully manual option. Overall the camera is great if you want to learn how to take more professional looking pictures without having to spend a few thousand dollars.

This is my first camera ever. It's easy to use and the pictures come out great.

I purchased this camera not even two months ago and recently sold it. This is the worst camera I've ever had. It constantly, no matter what setting I had on, underexposed the lighting in pictures, most of the time ruining the shot. Lighting is basically a photographer's lifeblood. And it's too big and bulky. The only good thing about this camera is how the clarity and sharpness are from such high megapixels. That's about it.

Do NOT buy this camera, because you'll be sorry. I'm sorry I spent the 1300 dollars I did to get this piece of junk. Unless your not a bigtime photographer, you can take just as good shots with a cheap point and shoot camera.

This is a great camera, and there are a few things that I would like different, but for it's price it is highly practical.

First off, Canon makes great products. Though the settings are not completely intuitive, once you have it down, you have it down. The review LCD is nice and large, and the viewfinder is entirely functional. I like the complexity of the menu for next level photographers who are moving into a more professional realm.

The battery life on the XTi is satisfactory. If used a lot it will need charging every few days. This is that case with digital equipment. The shutter speed, as well as the aperture size is quite versatile.

My only complaint is that the controls need to be a bit smoother and intuitive, but aside from that this is a great start. You can go to higher models, but this little canon will get the job done, very well.

I have always had an interest in photography, but just got into it seriously about a year ago when I began working with my university newspaper. Now I spend a lot of time taking photos both personally and as a job. I do a lot of sports photography, as well still-lifes and portraits. The rebel xti fulfills my needs as an amateur photographer in almost all areas. Its cost to function ratio cannot be beaten in my opinion, and so far I have not been disappointed.
Its big back screen allows newbies such as myself to easily see what I have set the camera to, and allows easy viewing of pictures that have been taken, so that I can delete the ones that arent worth uploading onto my computer. All the buttons are very accessible and there are enough functions so that you can start getting used to digital SLR's, but not so many that its just confusing.
The only thing that may warrant an upgrade is a faster shutter speed. The rebel xti only features a shutter speed of 3.5, where as the 30D I believe goes up to 5 or 6 fps. However the 30D is also a few hundred dollars more, and chances are if you are buying your first SLR you wont even need a shutter speed that fast. I have no problem shooting hockey, soccer, rugby and other sports with the 3.5 fps. And, a good lens will more than compensate for it. I would highly recommend spending the extra few hundred on a good lens like the 70-200 f/4L which is amazing piece of glass for its price, and is good for just about anything from portraits to sports.
If you are into shooting in very low light conditions, such as swim meets and some hockey games (although a noise reduction program can be used to compensate for a high ISO in hockey photos) you will need to either get a flash (prohibited at some swim meets) or a very good lens. A mono/tripod is also very helpful if your lens does not have an IS feature, so that you can shoot at slower shutter speeds without so much camera shake.
I would highly recommend this camera for a first SLR. Once you get used to how they work, you will learn what you really need. I myself will probably spring for the 40D as I progress, because of the faster shutter speed, and its rugged build among other things. However I am planning on pursuing photography into grad school, so naturally an upgrade will be required.

I chose this camera to replace my Fuji S7000. While it is hard getting used to using a viewfinder since the camera does not use the LCD display, this camera rocks in every other aspect. The standard lens that comes with it is good but I cannot wait to get my new 50mm f1.4 lens.

It may be at the lower end of Canon's Digital SLR series but it is a great camera in itself which I believe even some professionals use.

The kit lens is useless. Do yourself a favor and buy a nice lens of your choice with the camera. (I bought the Tamron 17-50 f/2.8)

I just purchased the xti a couple months ago and love it. But, I am having a problem w/ it not letting me take a lot of pictures quickly like I could do w/ my digital rebel 2000. A busy signal will come up and it will take a few seconds for it to finish before I can continue. I tried using the multiple shots option and it still will come up. I take pics of children and I need to take pics quickly. Has anyone experienced the same thing?

Great camera for those weekend photogs. I love it. I had an older version of the Rebel and when it came time to replace it, I never considered anything else.

I bought this camera last christmas to take pictures of family parties and I am hooked. I love this camera it is easily one of the best purchases I have made. This has opened up a totally new hobby.

If you are considering buying a camera...BUY THIS ONE.

This is my first digital slr, despite that fact that I have used several others. I bought this camera when it first came out when it was around 700 bucks so it really sucks that it's now down to 600. But anyway, for the price it's unbeatable, I'm an amateur photographer and it gets the job done for me. When taking landscapes however, I would recommend a polarizing filter to counter the extremely over exposed skies, but other than that it's great. Right now it's my primary camera, but in the next few days I'll hopefully be getting the 5D, not to say that I won't still use my old faithful 400D :). TO sum it all up, great camera, great price, despite the fact that it is not a professional camera like a Mark Ds II, but obviously you can't expect that....

I am very happy with my xti, is the best camera i ever had, I lost one and bought the same camera again because i love it. Is very easy to use, the screen is big, and very eficient with the battery consumption.

It is a nice camera for a beginer.

I got this camera as a replacement for my first-gen Digital Rebel, which I love(d). I felt I had to replace it because a small plastic piece inside broke that ultimately knocked out the autofocus. Design flaw, if you ask me, and one that I really hope this new model doesn't share. Anyway, to the new camera--I definitely like the feel overall, although it is certainly different than the original (smaller). It seems a bit speedier, particularly from powering up to first picture, and I really like the shutter sound, which sounds very high-end--or at least more so than the original.

The picture quality is excellent, and is equal to or better than the original except for a very tiny bit of underexposure, which I've come to believe is intended by Canon to help prevent excessive blown-out highlights. I do a fair amount of post-processing, so that doesn't bother me. I can always compensate a bit in dark scenes when shooting, if necessary.

I am having a bit of trouble adjusting to the new interface, paricularly ISO adjustment. Previously, I would select the ISO button to change the ISO, make the change with the main dial, and then press the ISO button again to get out of that mode. The XTi behaves differently, in that if I do that same series of actions, I end up changing the ISO to a different setting than I want, because pressing the ISO button to "get out of that mode" no longer does that. When in that mode, that button acts as an arrow button, and changes the setting. So anyway, that's just something I going to have to adjust to.

It is nice that the black body matches my lenses better than the original did, and the camera just looks and feels more professional, which is good. I wasn't quite ready to upgrade to this model, because it's not quite enough of an upgrade for me personally (I really woud like a full-frame model, with none of the 1.6x business), but because I use this camera for work, and because I have an investment in lenses, I felt compelled to. I just wish it wasn't because of the silly broken plastic pin issue. Planned obsolescence, indeed.

After comparing Canon and Nikon DSLRs, I decided on the Canon Rebel XTi and have not looked back! Great features and fantastic quality pictures. Sturdy build. I can use most older Canon SLR lens, saving many $$$!

I would highly recommend this camera, you won't be sorry!

this one is excellent toy I ever have. My student comment that "he carry the cammera like we carry cell-phone".
On volleyball to wedding, "whenever I go it go".

However, I don't know how view the view-finder from my computer yet. And I don't think this xti can do that.

The camera has a lot of settings to personalize your shots, its great for the newbie but don't expect to just flip it to Portrait and customize the settings, it's still on auto!

Hi I just had to return the camera because it was not functioning correctly. I've used that camera before and I wanted another one because I was going to a convention and need a good camera. I had the camera for a few weeks and just took some pictures. When I went away, the camera's flash did not work right. It came up with an error code 5 and said to shut the camera off and back on. I did that but it still did not work. I believe the camera was a defect so I had returned it. I will still buy another camera from Amazon as soon as I'm credited for this one. I also had another problem with Amazon's shipping. I had ordered an extra Battery for the camera I believe on Nov 11, I was leaving for my conference on the 15th so I had the battery expidited. I was supposed to get it on the 13th or 14 th, the battery came on the 17th when I was away. I paid for the expidited shipping but I did not come!!Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)

After owning a Canon AE-1 in high school (25 years ago), I bought this camera hoping that I could upgrade from my old Kodak 2.6 MP digital camera.

Out of the box, this camera is unbelievable. Even if others have rated the 18-55mm lens low, I found it to be a fantastic camera for the beginner/amateur as myself. I have already purchased a nice zoom lens, and cannot wait to try it out.

I would recommend this to ANYBODY that is thinking of starting a hobby or career in photography.

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only)
I love this camera! The ease of use and the simplicity of the buttons and placement of all the controls. I have added the Opteka battery grip to my XTi and have had no problems with either. I like that it has the dust removal option. I try not to let dust into the camera body, but anyone who changes lenses knows that it is an almost impossible thing to do.

I have recently purchased 3 L series lenses, and with the XTi, I can get print sizes of 53"x36". As this is the high end of the "Beginner" series of Canon DSLR's, I find that this camera does an amazing job at what it was designed for.

It's not the expensive digital SLR that Canon has but the picture quality and options (settings, lenses, etc...) are terrific. Extremely easy to operate for beginners or more advanced users. Lens compatibility (Tamron, Sigma, Konica, etc...) is outstanding compared to other big name SLRs. Can't go wrong!

Amazing daylight photography... The indoor images (with the built in flash) are really sorry, and images of birthday cakes with candles need to be taken from within 5-7 feet... oops... the danger of getting the cream on the lens.
An external flash is A MUST. Therefore current worthwhile images are from 10AM to 5PM, in good sunlight/daylight... Zooms 70mm upwards will be useless with the inbuilt flash... unless you are into photography of the sands in the afternoon.
As you might figure, I love the daytime images... the technology on the phone is worth every dime, sharp, quick, clear, good heft, balanced, compact... all good. Flash - very bad.

I have been a Navy photographer for over 18 years and have used the top of the line Nikon and Canon cameras. This is by far the simplest, user-friendly camera I have ever used. The image quality is outstanding, as is the construction. This is a great camera for beginners and those who are more advanced. Remember, in the "old days" of film, it was the lens and film that made the image quality, not the camera. Well, digital takes care of the film part of the equation. So do yourself a favor, get this camera and save your money for a good quality lens. The kit lens is a good start though. A good Canon or Sigma lens will give you better quality.
All the shooting modes give you above average quality, but the Monochrome (black and white) setting is pretty darn close to black and white film. Add the fact that in the settings mode, you can digitally add red, yellow, orange or green filters for more effects and you have a pretty amazing camera. Learn to use the camera and you will not regret buying it. One item I can suggest getting is a add on battery grip. If you have large hands or shoot a lot, the extra grip space and battery power will keep you shooting more comfortably and for longer shoots. Amazon sells both the Optika and Canon grips.

All features are easy to find and use. I was hoping to be able to view and shoot images using the LCD screen but it appears it is not a function of this Canon model.

As a novice, I splurged on this camera and have no regrets. It is easy to use and I have gotten some beautiful shots. The portraits I have taken of my children are amazing. They look like they were taken by a professional, which I am definitely not. This camera is worth the price.

Why did this Rebel cost so little? When I got my first rebel ( 6mp) it was $1000! for them. have they just came down in price that much? Or did I buy the wrong cam. I wanted a Digital rebel SR that was a upgrade from the 6mp one i had. I guess I am just confused why this one is so much cheaper then the 6mp Rebel was

I was disappointed to realize it didn't take video (but what SLR camera does). But I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!! It takes the actual picture you see with no delay. Am anxious to get the telephoto lens to get close up pics.

If you're rooting through the 300-and-some-odd reviews for this camera, stop and read this short review; it might save you some hassle. If you're still interested afterwards, THEN read the other reviews. If I'd read this review, I might not have bought this camera.

I chose the XTi because although I'm by no means a professional photographer, I wanted a good solid camera that would take great pictures easily straight out of the box, yet not limit me if I decided later to get fancy and buy upgrades, better lenses, accessories, etc. The reviews I read here overwhelmingly sang the XTi's praises. One of the features I was most excited about was the ability to take lots of pictures in very quick sucession.

Which is true, it does. This is probably my favorite thing about the camera. But I ran into a problem almost immediately.

I take a lot of indoor shots, one after the other, and this camera's built-in flash JUST CAN'T HANDLE IT. It will let me take about 20 in a row, practically as fast as I can push the button, but after twenty I'm forced to wait a little over 10 seconds between shots. And that seems even longer when you're missing great shots while waiting for the 'busy' display to turn off. If I let the camera rest a few minutes, sometimes it's kind enough to give me four or five more fast shots in a row, but then the ten-second delay comes right back.

I find this very hard to understand...it's NOT a battery issue. The lithium battery that comes with it seems great to me, I don't think I've ever seen it drop below 'full' no matter how many pictures I've taken. Besides that, if it were a question of the flash recharging, the time between shots would GRADUALLY lengthen, rather than going from 20 superfast shots to an immediate ten second delay. Anyway, I tried switching to a fully charged battery and it didn't make any difference.

After further investigation, it says right in the instruction manual that "if you shoot 20 images with flash at short intervals, the flash might stop operating. This is to protect the flash unit." So this is apparently an overzealous safety feature. This is the kind of thing that should be printed in red letters on the box before you buy the camera, not a fun surprise you find buried on page 54 of the camera's manual after you've got it home.

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There's another problem which I knew about going in, but I didn't realize how much I'd miss it until I didn't have it anymore. My old camera had the fairly obvious benefit of being able to preview the viewfinder on the LCD screen, so that you didn't always have to have the camera up to your face to take a picture. This is a fairly standard feature on digital cameras, I'd say...nearly universal. Makes tripod shots easier. But the Canon does not allow you to do this...every shot you take will have to be through the viewfinder. The Canon has a nice 2½" screen, but by not allowing you to set up shots through it, it's kind of wasted. After taking a few hundred shots I tend to have double vision for hours after peering through the viewfinder for every shot.

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So. To sum up.

If taking lots of fast indoor shots is important to you, then either go on to the next camera, or include the cost of an external flash in your price comparison. Likewise, if you've used the LCD preview feature on digital cameras previously, note that it is not an option on this camera, and you will miss it.

I don't have any experience with other comparable cameras, but you might look into a Nikon D80...I did a quick search for the word "flash" in its reviews and found no complaints about delays. It may be $1000, but if the Canon's slow flash would require you to buy a flash unit ANYWAY, then they're nearly the same price. Plus the D80 comes with an 18-135mm lens, compared to the Canon's 18-55, so overall the D80 might be a better deal despite the higher price.

Anyone want to buy a slightly used Canon XTi?

Compre la camara hace un mes y no me ha dado problemas , en verdad vale lo que vale , la recomiendo 100 por ciento , no se van arrepentir.

Santa ana de Coro , Venezuela

I wont spend time saying how great this camera is.. there are a lot of other reviews saying that.

My only comment is that the camera is pretty compact, and if you have big hands (mine are "normal".. I'm 5'8" high), and you plan to use big lens, it's going to be tough to handle the camera for too long. I have a Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS USM and it becomes pretty heavy on the Rebel... I wont return the camera or the lenses, but will probably sell the camera in the future and get a 40D.

I'll give it 5 stars easily.

I compared this and the Nikon D40. Glad I got this one. Easy to use, lightweight, does everything a $1500 camera will do, except shoot fast on continuous. Great shots, nice and clear, not a ton of distortion on higher ISOs. The kit lens, although not horrible for landscapes and tight portraits, you'll want something else for low light, and action. I recommend getting the kit lens for the D40, 28-135 USM IS, very nice and once you put that on, the XTi is a brand new camera. I've heard of problems with shooting on continuous with flash. Don't use the flash, I don't even know why they still tack these on SLRs, get a flash if you know you'll need it, you won't regret it. Another issue is durability, of course they aren't going to make a $600 body as tough as the D40. I recommend buying the MADE Camera Armor, nice product, helps with the durablility issue. Right now this is a perfect camera to get me started in my studies and career. Of course I will upgrade when I start making more money, but this is a cheap substitute and nearly as good as pro cameras. So if you're looking for a fun little camera that packs a punch and saves your pocket book. Get this and get the accessories, worth it.

Camera works great. Using for wildlife photography with IS 100-400MM lens. Would be nice if it offered spot metering. But, am very satisfied for the price and quality of photos. Can take many photos per minute and edit later. You'll like this camera.

I'm pretty much a newbie to SLR-grade photography, but I have been very impressed with the features on this camera as compared to comparably priced models such as the Nikon D40. The controls are intuitive, auto-focus is fast and quiet, shutter response seems quick, and so far I have been able to get it to do anything I can think of - including auto-bracketing. The built-in flash is pretty harsh, as I expected. I'd highly recommend this camera to anyone who is entry-level and budget-conscious.

I started off using an EOS 300D. I thought it was nice but it definitely had limitations. Now that I have this camera I have found no major problems so far.

Pros:
1. large screen
2.Sensor clean (300D=Hours, 400D=Seconds)
3.Adjustable AF
4. More compact (than 300D)

Cons:
1. Can't use the screen to take a picture (you have to look through the viewfinder)
2. slightly louder than the 300D

if you are choosing between the xt(350D) and the xti (400D) I would suggest the xti simpally because if you are paying a large sum of money on a camera you might as well spend the extra 100 or so dollars to get the extra MP. Overall I love my camera!

Great beginner DSLR. I bought a Canon S5IS, and hated it. The small sensor made the pictures very nosy..so I decided to step up to a DSLR.

I was thinking of getting a Nikon D40X, but I was told that Canon's line of lenses are much better..and I don't have to waste money and buy specific auto focus lenses because Nikon's D40x doesn't have it built in. I don't mean to trash Nikon, but the Canon EOS Rebel XTi is simply a better camera compared to the D40x.

All I can really say about this camera, WOW! I'm the guy to see for all of your photo needs. Since I've had this camera, I've been everywhere. The list is to long, but I've been there. When I show up with this camera I'm asked to take the pictures. I'm loving it! I get to meet so many people. Since I've had this camera I see things all around me now differently. What a wonderful camera. It's so easy to use and I'm having a lot of fun leaning how to use all of the great things it has to offer. Family and friends say; I'm good. I'm not! It's the camera. It's the camera! Also, it came with a lot of good deals. I'm using them all. Great, great camera. I'm creating a photographic memory thanks to this camera.

i like this camera because is very easy tu use,you have just to read the instruction booklet a couple time and your ready to take your first photo,and if you have a hold lens EF you can fit on this camera and you can buy the lens you want.

Spent about 4 months reviewing various cameras. After seeing the action photos and test driving the various Creative Zone modes, I saw for myself how easy it was to jump into the world of dSLR photography. The instruction manual is very basic, but the Canon website has a very good tutorial for those still learning the basics of dSLR.

Upsides:
Price and performance
Brand name= plethora of lenses and upgrade possibilities
Ease of use

Downside:
Some don't like the lack of LCD viewer, but it really isn't needed at this level.
Manual
Kit lense-- thus the decision to go with the body only purchase

I haven't had much chance to use this, but it was easy to get going and take pictures, and the pictures I have taken look fine. It is very similar in layout to my Rebel Ti film camera, which I've been happy with and already have a couple of lenses for, so I decided to stick with Canon for a DSLR (and as another bonus, it has the same battery as my Canon camcorder so I already have a spare battery). The body, while plastic, seems pretty rugged and looks good--much less glossy than my lenses. I also like the relatively small size as it's easier to lug around, and fits well in my hand with the pinky curled under the bottom. It's a wee bit thicker and taller than the Ti, but shorter on the left side because it doesn't need to hold a can of film.
Rather than get the cheap 18-55 kit lens, since I already had the 35-80 kit lens from an even older film Rebel, I ordered a nice Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 Macro lens.
Best of all, I ordered this Wednesday morning and Amazon shipped it from Los Angeles the next day and UPS delivered here (San Diego) on Friday. I paid an extra $8 for standard shipping because Amazon was out of stock on the Sigma lens, which I instead ordered from 47th St through Amazon and had no choice but to pay $15 for "standard" shipping, and I didn't want to get the lens without a camera. Well, I'm still waiting for the lens a week after the camera arrived. Even though the total price was $6 less than the Amazon price with free shipping, I would have rather used Amazon because of the better return policy. And I think that still would have beaten the slow boat from New York.
The only problem with the shipping on these expensive items is that UPS requires a signature--so it actually took a few extra days to get my hands on it since nobody happened to be home. A better bet would have been to ship it to my workplace.
And--Amazon has dropped the price by $20, and 47th dropped shipping charges by $10, since I ordered. Oh well, guess it pays to wait until the last minute when shopping before Christmas.

"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
1420-1950 Watt Perfect 3 Point Light Kits Sale Price $299.00
Lastolite Ezybalance Collapsible Grey & White 12" Exposure Aid Card
A 2nd Canon Rebel XTI
ExpoDisc Digital Warm Balance Filter 77mm

I have had this camera a year now. I upgraded from the first Digital Rebel. I transition was easy. I do photography mainly as a hobby, but also use it to make money on the side. It is also easy for my husband to use in auto mode. Takes good pictures in auto mode, but excellent pics in manual. I would suggest this for mom's who want real good pics of the kids or someone wanting pro shots for less money then the high end SLR's

I love pictures from this Canon Digital Rebel. Compare with pictures which I took from my Canon PowerShot DS600 they are super.

I can not regaurd this camera Highly enough. The pictures I take are all gorgeous. After monthes of slogging through the net looking for what was right for me, I ended up going with one of my original choices.The rebel has become sort of a friend between me and my internet friends. The quality of my photography and my photomanipulation persuits has improved immesureably. I love the low ISO grain the camera has and full control over settings. Its got pretty much everythign a budding photographyer like me needs. Now I just need to get some better glass for it.

Go buy one!

We received our new Canon Rebel in a timely fashion, for very low shipping and after shopping around found that Amazon had the best price, by far. The camera got here via UPS in two days and I didn't have to pay extra for shipping, matter of fact, I think it was free shipping. What a deal! It works great and my wife and I love it!

Great camera -- easy to use, high resolution, battery lasts a very long time between charges. 2 inch LCD screen is super for seeing technical information and viewing photos after you take them -- the only improvement I can think of would be to be able to use the LCD screen as a viewfinder when you're taking photos. Anyway, a great camera, anyone buying it will not be disappointed.

I am more than 100% satisified with this camera. I knew about the features well before I purchased, so no regrets. I would refer and prefer this camera to all those SLR lovers.

Canon has thought out this camera well and put a good
collection of useful features from its higher end DSLRs in this
model. Consequently, this camera has all the features that would keep
a budding photographer fulfilled for quite some time. In addition, the
great price allows you to spend more on good quality lenses, bounce
flash, and other accessories.

The useful features:

- Excellent picture taking: low noise sensor, ISO 1600 is quite usable. Fast
startup: camera is ready to shoot almost instantly at the press of
the shutter. Fast drive: 3 frames per second. With an Extreme III CF
card, one can shoot 27 shots before the camera becomes busy.

- Great user interface: One key access to white balance, ISO,
auto-focus modes, metering, drive, and AF points. These are all so nicely
laid out in the back of the camera. The grip is fine but could be a
bit more rounded. Light and compact.

- Ability to separate focus and exposure buttons with CF4 custom
function. This feature is poorly explained in the manual, but when
used with AI Servo AF, it makes the camera do less work and helps
you take great pictures. I also use custom white balance a lot. RGB
histogram, overblown pixel highlights, mirror lockup to prevent
camera shake are other useful functions.

The body is one quarter or even one-fifth of the picture taking
apparatus. The second quarter is a good lens (spend as much on a lens
as you will on the body), and half is your own dedication and skills
in photography. Invest in a bounce flash like speedlite 430ex or you
will be stuck taking pictures at home at ISO 1600. Buy some
photography books like Understanding Exposure.

Happy picture taking with this excellent body!

If you are looking for a camera to take a lot of indoor photos with flash (of your young children like we do), the Canon is much faster with flash photos than the Nikon. My mother-in-law has the older, 7 megapixel Canon, which takes awesome photos. We went to the store to get the newer Canon, but ended up taking home the Nikon since we were told the menus were easier, the glass of the standard lenses was better, and it came with more free stuff. We compared it to mother-in-law's camera over the holiday, and the Canon was much faster. We have since exchange our Nikon for the Canon XTI, and see a huge difference in the speed you can take flash photos. Luckily, we did this in time for the photos of Santa's gifts on Christmas morning. :)

The Rebel XTi is Canon's prosumer/semi-pro DSLR, but it takes absolutely fantastic photos. Your investment in lenses is protected because you can mount any of the EF or EF-S series lenses on the XTi. If you decide to upgrade to another Canon model then your lens collection can go with you.

The Rebel is very pleasant to hold (I have large hands); it feels sturdy and well built. It weighs very little; hand-holding is very easy and comfortable.

Boasting a plethora of configuration options including a mirror-up mode for macro shots, the Rebel produces extremely noise-free images all the way through ISO400. ISO800 is entirely usable, but exhibits some noise. Image quality is excellent; the large resolution means that you can crop your photos and still get 8x10 prints.

Like all DSLRs, the XTi allows you to work directly with RAW files. If you prefer, you can shoot in JPEG+RAW or just JPEG. RAW files are about 10MB, so make sure to get a large memory card. I can fit about 760 RAW shots on an 8GB card. The camera makes intelligent decisions in its automatic or semi-automatic modes. That said, my best shots have all been in aperture priority or full automatic mode.

As a first foray into DSLR photography, this is an excellent buy. Don't get it just for megapixels or to say you have a DSLR. I used a Canon S3 IS for years with excellent results. By no means do you need a DSLR to get high-quality images or flexibility. Better image processing and interchangeable lenses are what set DSLRs apart from even prosumer point and shoots. Speaking of lenses, I don't recommend the kit lens; instead you might look into the 28-105mm lens or the 17-55mm IS lens - both from Canon.

This is my first DSLR camera. I bought this to learn photography. I would say that this camera is worth for the price. I would suggest to buy just the camera body and go for a better lens. This camera has decent enough features for a DSLR. This does not have the live preview option though.

So far so good, after many reviews and trying to make a good decision on my part to purchase and now a few days of pictures I could not be more pleased. Camera takes great shots, great detail, speed, and most of all my kid can aim and shoot and get great results as well as leaving me the freedom of very good artistic control of everything. The difference between this camera and a $300 small digital camera is well, no comparison. Spend the extra $ and get a real camera like this. :)

The Camera was delivered on time in original manufacturer's package and full factory warrenty. Without shipping charge and sales tax, I have saved over 30% compared to retail price from Best Buy or local retail camera stores. Online shopping via Amazon is the only prudent way to shop

the camera is great and does more than we actually expected. I was rather surprised to find it would not work until I went and bought a card for it. I assumed and was surprised one was not included. Since buying it I have found the prices are dropping fast so I may have paid too much.
The camera is fantastic.

Although I love many things about this camera, I must share one major concern with anyone thinking about purchasing this camera: Dust. I bouhgt my camera kit 3 months ago, with a wonderful 50mm 1.8 lens. From switching back and forth between lenses, dust has landed on the COMS sensor, and the sonic dust removal system does nothing to remove it. It is noticeable in the pictures and the included software doesn't remove it at all. Had I know the camera needs to be sent away and cleaned professionally (at my cost) every 3 months, I think I would have rethought this purchase. I've owned many 35mm film camera over the years, and I have become good at cleaning them, but this sensor is just too delicate and the consequences of a mistake too great for me to own a camera like this. It looks like my window to return it to Amazon has expired too, so I think I might be stuck with a really wonderful camera that is totally impractical to use.

I am a yearbook sponsor at a high school. We have both Canon XTI's and Nikon D80's. I can only tell you that the Canon has produced better pictures and been more durable than the Nikon. The students prefer to take pictures with the Canon. We even had a photographer get hit with a soccer ball while taking a picture. The Canon took the whole force and was not damaged.

If you want reliability and ease, I would go with the Canon over the Nikon.

This camera is amazing. I have small children (3 and 2 yrs old) who don't sit still very long. The camera focus and shutter speed are very fast - perfect for capturing children in the moment.

I also purchased the SanDisk Extreme III CompactFlash Card. It writes extremely fast.

The automatic settings take fantastic pictures. I saw some reviews complaining about low exposure on inside shots. I have not experienced that.

I have taken over 400 pictures since Christmas Day 2007 and I have not had to recharge the battery yet.

ALL AROUND EXCELLENT CAMERA!

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.

I have been using Canon's point-and-shoot for numerous of years now. I thought about purchasing S3 or S5 for a while due to the integrated IS. However, after much research, and consideration, I decided to purchase the Rebel XTi. S3, S5 are great cameras but if I wanted to go beyond point-and-shoot in the future, I would have to purchase another camera. It just made sense, economically to buy XTi right now.

I have had this camera for a little less than a month now, and I am VERY happy with the purchase!

For a SLR, Rebel XTi is much smaller, easier for me to handle since I'm a fairly petite person with smaller hands. I don't know much about photography for now (am still learning) but the manual included in the system explains enough where I can play around and get a feeling for it.

I have taken this camera to the school yard to take pictures of my students and the results are way better than my point-and-shoot. I can take pictures in the moment with my students instead of the-moment-after. The other thing is I can take the pictures in RAW form and use Photoshop to manipulate without worrying the original picture has lost its information.

The only gripe I have is why not build IS with the camera instead of the lens? Again, perhaps because I am an amateur, haven't learned that much about photography yet and thus don't know the reason behind it. But, this means I can't wait to get lenses with IS.

Overall, I am happy with this camera and am looking forward to learning more about photography.

This camera is exactly what i could want. Perfect for a college student. like myself, who does freelance photography and perfectly able to use for normal photographic moments. My only negative comment is that i should have purchased an 'IS lens' separate, rather than the body/package deal. The lens that comes standard in this package is not practical for low-lighting shots.

After going through 3 generations of Canon compact digital cameras (s410 being the last and still working after 2.5 years), I am very glad to finally have made the investment in a digital SLR camera. The quick startup time, the small shutter lag and flexibility of the XTi are fantastic. I have taken several hundred photos so far under a variety of conditions and I am very pleased! I still use my s410 when I don't feel like lugging around the XTi.

I love the images I have gotten with this camera. With two small kids it's hard to get them to smile at the same time so being able to take multiple shots back to back quickly is a huge help! The image files are quite large (5-7MB each), but the quality, crispness and warmth is so worth it. I can't say enough abou tthis camera. The only small negative is there is a delay if you stop taking pictures (almost no delay when taking several consecutive shots) while it writes to the memory card. Compared to any other digital camera I've tried, this camera is awesome!

This camera has a lot of good features, but consistently underexposes in indoor photography. Indoor photos with the built in flash are also very poor.

The exposure problem renders the auto modes. In the total manual mode also if you set the right speed and aperture then light meter shows that it is over exposing. Probably the problem is the light metering issue in the camera. The indoor photos are incredibly dark and underexposed.

I also saw many people gave this complain, I hope this is not the problem of the camera model but couple of cameras which are having this issue.

When you buy this camera, please check whether the camera is working properly in Auto mode in low light conditions. I had to return my camera due to this underexposure problem .

I've been using this camera for the past year and it is simply the best SLR out there in the market. The interface and controls are very intuitive and this is where it edges out the Nikon. Canon also has a great range of lenses and accessories to back this camera. Great SLR camera. Go for it!

I have been a Canon Rebel fan since the first 6.1MP body first came out. I have always loved that camera.

I upgraded to the XTi body a little over a year ago and am very pleased with it. It takes a great picture (if slightly grainy at high ISOs).

The controls are intuitive and well placed. Some of the more obscure ones took me a few minutes to find in the menu, but they're there. As a landscape photographer, I particulary like the mirror lockup feature. I missed that in the earlier Rebel body. (It was actually in the programming but disabled and there were some hacks available on the net to unlock it, but I was reluctant to void the warranty).

Unlike the earlier Rebel body, the XTi is small. Uncomfortably small. To fix this, I bought the battery grip, which not only solves this problem, but also doubles the battery life, as well as adding another shutter release so that you can hold the camera "normally" when shooting vertical. I highly recommend getting the battery grip. (The battery grip does not report the battery strength correctly though, but you can shoot for a very long time before the battery meter drops suddenly from 100% to 0%. But that's not really an issue since the grip comes with an additional battery "sled" which takes AA batteries. So that is an additional nice backup battery feature).

The EF-S 18-55mm lens that comes in the kit is a great starter lens. The focusing motor is nearly silent and the zoom range is ok.

When purchasing additional lenses for this, I highly recommend getting the Image Stabilization (IS) lenses. A bit more expensive, but you'll never regret spending the extra $.

In all, an excellent camera, and now that the price has dropped, it's a screaming deal.

This Canon camera if absolutely wonderful. There is very little that it can't do, and do very well. It was a Christmas gift for my husband, who thought he really didn't need a camera, and he has hardly put it down since he got it. I would recommend it to anyone who would like a little more than the 'credit card' sized cameras.

Excellent camera. I own and have always enjoyed my Canon AE-1. This digital Canon XTi is just as impressive, versatile, and easy to use as any SLR I've ever seen.

I'm upgrading to this camera from a Fuji Finepix S9100. The Fuji is a very good camera but I started being more demanding so I got the Canon Rebel XTi.

I also added two more lenses to my purchase: EF 75-300 Telephoto and EF 50mm F/1.8. They are spectacular and work really good with my Rebel.

The quality of the photographs I'm taking now is amazing. If you want to use a good camera but mostly on Full Auto mode, then this camera is not for you. This Canon lets you use all of its potential so you can take the most out of your photography skills. It's really an excellent camera. I'll keep it until gets worn out.

For advanced users, I strongly recommend the EF 50mm f/1.8 lens. Is another world before you.

Five minutes after opening the box, I was taking pictures of my family. You can set the camera to auto-mode (where the camera sets everything for you, aperture, shutter speed and ISO) and snap off some shots, or you can adjust everything yourself for that perfect effect.

Instead of the stock lens that came with the kit, I got the same version only with Image Stablization (IS), so I can't comment on the stock lens. So far I've taken some very good pictures of my family and of landscapes. Using the 'sports' mode, I was able to capture some very fast motion pictures, and they turned out very sharp and clear.

I was also worried that my 1GB compact flash card would not be enough, but in large (highest quality JPG mode, the best quality besides RAW) I can get 180-200+ pictures on one card, and they transfer very fast every evening.

The included strap is very comfortable, thick enough to not dig into the back of my neck, but light enough where it doesn't feel like I've got a noose around my neck.

Once I registered the camera on Canon's website, I was sent an email with a 'private' support email address for Canon, which I have not (thankfully) had to use yet. That was a nice addition to the package.

As a DSLR beginner, this is a great camera to learn on, but I realize that as my skill grows, this camera can scale with me due to its excellent quality (10.1 Megapixels) and the accessories is where I'll focus future purchases on (ie Speedlite flash, better lenses, battery grip, etc.) but I can tell already that the camera will probably be the same for a while, and I love it.

I am pleasantly surprised to see that this really is a good upgrade from my previous XT and wouldn't hestitate to buy it again. Amazon's first copy they sent me was faulty but were really quick getting me out a replacement at no cost that worked perfectly. Little things like that go a long way in making you a repeate customer.

Oh, and buy the black body... it's way sexier ;)

Too bad that the camera was not delivered with even a small memory card. Apart from that it is easy to use and has a wonderful design. Was not delivered as promised but one day late, which seams to be what UPS does when they need a signature from receiver.

I bought this camera as a Christmas gift for my son--
an upgrade from his XT to this XTi. He uses it for personal use and for photos for his college newspaper.
He's having fun learning how to use all the extra features it has and thinks it's a great camera.

This being my first order Im truely impressed not only did I love my camera but the service as well was true to what was said and I will continue to use amazon, and will recommend this to my friends as well.

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)
Great camera. A dream come true having such a nice easy to use camera.

Very pleased with the purchase. After much research decided on the Rebel XTi and could not be happier. The camera is very easy to use if you are looking for a good beginner /novice slr camera. Since I got it for Christmas I have taken over 3000 High School hockey pictures that have turned out great for not being a high end digital slr! Anyone who takes indoor action shoots knows all the issues regarding that! With a good editing program I have significanty reduced all my lighting issues!

Very good clarity on all pics! Sometimes a bit slow, but not bad. My husband who usually can not even take pictures with a point and shoot camera has produced beautiful pictures with this camera as well. He loves it too. Definitely worth the purchase! Extremely fast delivery from Amazon and arrived in perfect condition.

This is a superb camera.. I spent several days looking at reviews to decide which SLR camera to purchase and finally settled on this one. I have not used DSLRs before and obviously cannot compare one with other but on absolute terms this one is awesome. You might want to get some additional lenses before you actually are able to do the fun stuff with this camera..
I find the location of the click button a bit awkward. You have to bend your index finger in an awkward fashion to be able to click the snap..
The rest looks damn good..

I was debating between this camera and Nikon D40X, and decided to buy this camera instead. Nikon D40X only has 3 autofocus points and not enough for me. Nikon D80 probaby would be a good choice but a lot more expensive. Canon Rebel XTi got all the features I need at a reasonable price.

I had very good experience with Canon cameras. I owned a EOS 10 (film) and a Powershot S400 before and they are all excellent. So far I'm very happy with my new EOS Rebel XTi (well, except the box delivered by UPS was torn open...). The zoom range of the lens in the kit is not enough for me so I bought camera body only and got a 28-135mm lens with IS instead.

I bought this camera after owning the original film rebel and then a Canon Powershot s50. I have been in love with this camera since it came out of the box. It is the perfect size for my small hands, but still feels solid and sturdy. It is very fast, takes wonderful photos and is very easy to use. I was on the fence between this camera and a comparable nikon model. I'm so glad that I stuck with Canon.

I have an online business and spend a lot of time photographing my items. Owning this camera has taken the process from something I dread to something that I genuinely look forward to. Thank you Canon!

It was between this camera and a Nikon. The thinking behind my decision was do I want to be in the Canon camp for camera owners? My answer yes. I have a Powershot SD780IS which takes great pix. A Canon video camera (which uses the same battery) and a canon printer(coincidence)which churns out a pretty good 4x6. I feel the brand has proven itself a leader in the category, plus I feel very comfortable with their lens selection. All in all, you can't go wrong. Flip a coin if it helps, but this camera is easy to use and takes great pix. Especially when paired with my 200m L-series lens.

I am glad that I took the jump and purchased this camera. I can't wait to get more lenses and more accessories!

Takes great photos. It has lots of functions! I'm just starting with this so I can't say much more.

This is a good camera. I have the film version of this Canon, auto-focus, a couple lenses.. & decided to upgrade myself to the digital.. so I ordered the body only, hoping that the old lenses I got will still work on this digital version, AND IT WORKS JUST FINE!, auto-focus & everything, as promised by Canon. Good for semi-pro to professional photodudes. Get a good separate flash.. otherwise, the battery will not last long. Better yet, order an extra battery.. I did. You can get it for less at Staples for 20 bucks. The service from amazon.com is very good.. delivered as promised, no glitz.

awsome camera. quick delivery. american warrenty. cheapest price. couldnt find a better deal. completly satisfied.

I'm an advanced amateur photographer (difference between me and a "professional" is that I don't derive 5% or more of my income from the pursuit of photography). I've owned numerous Canon film cameras over the years. Their reliability is second to none. The Canon EOS 10s was years ahead of its time. So much so that when Pop Photo first reviewed it, they essentially said that it was the most advanced 35mm SLR camera they'd ever reviewed to that point in time. Buying the Rebel XIi many years later took no great leap of faith. BUT, I first had to be convinced that the noise level (or the equivalent of the graininess in film) would be extremely low in those areas where it is most apt to rear its ugly head -- nighttime photography, photos with dark backgrounds, underexposed photos. To make a long story short, I was astounded at the lack of noise. I tried my darndest to make noise appear, and about the best I could do was equivalent to shooting today's high-quality ISO 800 speed film in moderate to ample light. Match a low noise camera up with a fine optic and a photographer worth his or her salt, and you have an unbeatable combination that will befuddle a top notch photo editor with his or her trusty 10x loupe.

This is by far the best camera you can get for $530. I have been extremely satisfied with the advanced settings borrowed from the higher end cameras. It is more or less a small D5 without the full frame sensor or build quality. I will be using this camera while I focus on getting better lenses, then I will upgrade to a full frame sensor and the XTI will be my backup camera. Oh, and never mess with the kit lens... it's crap.

This camera is so intelligent and forgiving it's beyond belief. I have taken fast moving animals, close-ups, landscapes and shots with flash and as yet I have not changed a single setting on the camera. The quality of pictures (especially in good light) is awesome. An excellent price too. Five stars.

This is a very nice fully automatic digital SLR, which is very similar in operation to my old Canon A-1 film camera, while incorporating additional features available in digital photography. The built-in electronic flash works great in full-auto mode, producing good exposures over greater distance than I expected.

Older lenses with Canon mounts cannot be used with this camera, since the mount has been changed (from FD mount to EF mount), but the Canon Speedlite 199A will work, although automatic flash exposure info is not communicated to the camera. (Be sure any external flash voltage is 6V or less, however). Also, a method of attaching the lens cap to the lens or camera should be considered, because the lens cap latches are very easily released if bumped, which can result in a lost lens cap.

I had a Rebel G with no problems for over a decade-never had a problem and did not consider another make of camera when I switched to a digital SLR-My Rebel XTi malfunctioned after only 8 months, and of course there were excuses as to why the warranty did not cover -BUYER BEWARE

I was surprised to find that this is a device to take pictures. I rate this five stars because it indeed does take pictures. Early native tribes believed having your picture taken could steal your soul. I have used this product to confirm that is not true. I used this to take a picture of my ex wife. The camera worked and took her picture which would not have happened if the camera could steal your soul; my ex wife has no soul.

this is great camera, what should I say. I bought it after reading 100s of review. Nothing can go wrong. As long time Canon fan, I also own
Canan Film SLR camera. Canon EOS Elan was my first camera.....

just go for it....this is the best value for your money...

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)

This excellent digital SLR was a surprise Christmas gift from our son, daughter, and son-in law. They knew of my plans to purchase it at sometime in the future, so it was exactly what I wanted!

Years of experience with a Canon A-1, once the top-of-the-line in film SLRs, have taught me more than the basics of SLR photography. Already owning a Canon Powershot digital camera, I have found it both easy and intuitive to understand and use the wide range of the XTi's exposure controls. However, first-time digital SLR photographers may find the learning curve isn't quite so gentle, and the user's manual (for many digital cameras, including this one) oftentimes assumes more knowledge of camera functions and terminology than beginners may possess.

There is one nuance I haven't quite mastered -- making sure the camera's shutter speed is matched to the effective focal length of the lens (to avoid "camera shake" blur). And that's a problem with most digital SLRs, because the effective focal length of the lens of a digital SLR is actually larger than the true focal length. [For this camera (and many others), the conversion factor is 1.6; it is due to the fact that the image se

As a long-time user of Canon film 35mm cameras, I've been putting off moving to digital. This camera makes me wish I'd made the move years ago. Excellent quality photos, easy to get started but still lots of features. And, most important, compatible with existing lenses.

Loved my Christmas gift; still learning all the ins & outs but takes great photos & easy to use!

I've had mine for about 8 months. It takes great pictures, is reliable, and had great battery life.

I love this camera! Bought it to replace my DSLR-like Panasonic DMC-FZ10. The pictures it takes BLOWS away my old Panny and not because of 10 megapixel vs 4, but because of the USABLE ISO settings! I took indoor shots at Christmas this year using no flash what-so-ever and using ISO 1600. With my old camera, the images would've been so dark and grainy that they wouldn't have been usable. With this camera, the pictures are great, crisp and have just a little motion blur in them, not to mention a GREAT DOF! The kit lens isn't the greatest (I'm saving up to buy a lens with a similar focal length but with built-in image stabilization), but it's a good start. Get this camera, use the kit lens for a while until you can afford to buy some really nice glass and you will have one AWESOME setup! :D

I tilted toward a Canon because I was able to adapt some of my considerable investment in Leica lenses to a Canon SLR body. The camera is pretty much flawless. The software bundled with it is decent, but I mostly use iPhoto. If you are looking for photo management software, the Canon software should be adequate. The lense that it came with does not get great reviews - it's adequate - a bit soft, and not a lot of contrast. I added a Sigma zoom/macro lense, with which I've been very happy. After buying the camera, a second Canon lense wasn't in the budget. If you are an indoor available light photographer, I wouldn't count on this camera (or any DSLR, for that matter), but for most purposes, it's hard to beat. The high speed shoot with bracketing capability is a very nice feature. Nearly all the menus are understandable without reading the manual, which is refreshing for a modern piece of digital equipment. I drag the thing everywhere, and while I try to take care of my gear, it's gotten a bit of a beating, without any problems. I still carry my Leica with it's wide angle lenses; it doesn't seem likely that the Digital Rebel will be able to replace them, but for most of my work, it's a winner.

I purchased this for my daughter who is a photography major, and she is thrilled with it. She asked for this one after getting recommendations from her professors and they all suggested this camera. I also purchased a zoom lens kit at the same time and still came out under $800 - much less than the $1000+ I expected. I have a feeling I will be researching even more lenses soon though!

This is a great entry level camera. I purchased this camera last year with two tamron lenses and love it. This is my first dslr and works well for what I use it for. The only down side that I would say it has is that the really bright reds come out with more of an orange-ish tent using the full auto mode and even with some of the more advanced features. Bottom line- GOOD CAMERA if you don't already have a dslr or if you want to upgrade from the xt 8mp model.

Having had two original Rebels, I was pumped to purchase the digital model. And I can't say I've been disappointed in the slightest. It takes care of all my photography needs, and the quality of the picture is so great I've even been able to use them for my magazine assignments. I purchased just the body because I already have the basic lens (if you have the original Rebel, the lenses are interchangeable), and I bought an additional wide angle lens from B&H Photo in NYC. Although not purchasing the original lens doesn't knock too much off the price, it's something at least. I also bought a back-up battery for when I'm traveling, but I have to say I've been impressed with the duration of the battery life for such a big LCD screen and for as often as I use it. I can normally go five days or so of steady use without having to recharge it. I loved this model so much that I bought the same one for my mom for Christmas. It's easy to use and a great first digital SLR, and even more than satisfactory if you're a seasoned photographer. My only minor complaint is the camera doesn't have a Live Preview option so you have to take photos the old school way and look out of the viewfinder.

All I can say so far about this camera is good.
I'm not a pro photographer, but understand a bit of how photography works and how things should go, I think. In the past I've tried other Canon stuff, Pentax, Nikon, Sony... What I like the most of Canon is its easy-to-use style.
For sure, Nikon has so useful and pro features. Very good camera. But the price and the easy of use dealing with the features and the menu on screen made it easier for to make a decision on this Canon.
Nice colour and noise control. Nice starting speed. Nice weight...
I find it the best way of aproaching to reflex mode on a digital non-expensive gear.

I guess it'll take me some time to really appreciate the lens-cleaning feature, but it seems to be very useful.

The camera looking good, compact if comparetion w/ Nikon,
but the flash light not ennough, that why the pics very dark,
even I try to set diffence stype the light they was designed.
but won't work better. I'm not happy with Canon.
the Sony better than, I have been used Sony, I still own 1.

Love this new camera!
Since I received it 4 weeks ago, it has been my constant companion.
The learning curve was quick. Ergonomically, it fits in hand like a glove.
Love the larger display screen, love the ease of menu options and quick change settings.

At first I thought switching from regular 35mm and digital point and shoot would be difficult....
but I was wrong. Canon makes it an easy transition with this camera. Things that used to take hours in the darkroom or one would have to just rely on that the lab would get right, you can easily do both right on the camera and then fine tune later on your computer software. Love the B&W and sepia tone options! They have said that the 10.1mp don't make that much of a difference over the 8mp models... but I notice it. Fine details are clearer and remain so after cropping and enlarging.

I cannot wait to add other lenses and extras.
Photographic freedom! This camera allows you to be 'creative' without worrying so much about the technical aspects.

If you're like me then you are having the hardest time deciding between the Nikon D40(X) and the Canon Rebel XTi. After reading a ZILLION reviews from both consumers and experts I finally decided to go with the Canon XTi. I have had my camera for a week now and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. The bottom line is...I'm sure you'd be happy with either the Nikon or the Canon. But I can say, that if you do decide to get the Canon, you won't regret it! I know I don't.

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black) Awesome! I'm no pro photographer, but with the shots this rig allows me to take you would never know it. I've had a few "lesser" digital cameras over the past few years and was always irritated by the time delay from when I pressed the button till the camera decided it was ready to take the picture, bad juju for action shots! My family is envolved in drag racing and that anoying delay always cost me the optimal shot, not so with the XTi, It fires right now, and in rapid fire mode I am assured of getting the optimal photo. It can be as simple as any "Point and Shoot" camera so the whole family can use it, but it allows you to become as creative as your abilities allow! At the race track there is always a pro photographer in attendance taking pictures of all the cars hoping to sell them, and I always had to Wait in line to buy them ($50 to $80 typically) because my old cameras could not get the shots the pro could take(also with a Canon), not any more! I expect this Canon XTi will pay for itself in photos I don't have to buy from the pro any more! We love it!

I have to fault meself for not doing more research on the product. I have been a professional photographer over 30 years. I have owned several
EOS 35mm cameras and continue to use two EOS 650 for weddings. My displeasure with the XTi is that it does NOT have image stabilization. A camera costint under $100.00 has that....I feel that is very important when not using a flash. Often times, churces will not permit flash during a ceremony. I feel there are a few shots that MUST be original and the flash is very important. I know a tripod or mini pod will help, but it is awakward and gets in the way. Therefore, I can only rate this camera 5 in satisfaction..............paul harvey

Did an extensive comparison of all DSLRs with particular emphasis on Nikon and Canon. The is the best value and you sacrifice nothing in the way of bells and whistles. It's fast and responsive and I particularly like the picture style settings where I can set parameters and quickly change the settings as conditions change. Comparing it to the Nikon D40
or D40X, the XTi offers so much more, I couldn't begin to list it here.
Go for it, if you looking for your first DSLR or a backup to the higher end Canons.

I have been wanting an SLR digital camera for some time and I am really glad I bought this one. It has many different options for taking creative pictures as well as a very simple "automatic" mode for taking pictures without any hassle whatsoever. The pictures are awesome and I am glad I made the decision to buy this camera. I love it. The instruction manual is like a novel, so just take it a bit at a time. You will be taking great pictures the moment you open up the box.

This is an amazing camera. It's great fun to use and has tons of neat features which you can read about at length in other reviews. I will advise you not to bother getting the kit lens. It is useless -- unless you need an $80 dollar paper weight. I bought the Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens and cannot be happier with my decision. Why? Because it's a super fast lens that delivers great portraits. At nearly $300, it's worth its weight in gold. If you can't afford to drop $300, the Canon 50mm f/1.8 delivers similar results and can be had for roughly $70. The trade off is one stop (and its housing is made of plastic. If you're clumsy, you'll end up replacing it at least once. It reportedly falls apart quite easily.)

This is an expensive 35 mm camera equipped with a functionally useless LCD view screen. The LCD view screen is turned off by a contact swich as one uses the eye piece to focus and take picture -- an awkard arrangement. One should not be confused by the advert which gives the illusion that the image in the view screen is live; it is not. In fact, the view screen is use to review a picture after it has been taken and to display the elaborate camera settings. The camera is very difficult to configure and use. This is the most useless camera that I have seen.

I give it half a star or less.

Great Camera at a great price. Super fast delivery. Just don't forget to order a flash card to go with it ;)

I've had this camera almost 2 months now and I love it more every time I use it. We just had an ice storm and I took some of the most amazing pictures! This camera is easy to use and very versatile. I did invest in a good quality photo software program and it expands my photography efforts tremendously. I'm not technical, so I can't talk as if I am...all I can say is that this camera will not let you down or disappoint you. Well worth the money....but then this was the best deal around.

If you like to go into amateur/pro photography, buy a DSLR with good glass. If you are not into doing stuff and you just want to take good pictures, easy carry and that the camera does everything for you, then buy a point and shoot.
Really hate when people start giving negatives about DSLR's or Point and Shoots when they really don't know that you can't put a Compact/Mid sized car in a race with a Ferrari F1. Logically, if you have never driven a Ferrari F1, in the beginning you are going to have awful results! Hope this helps although no technical things are explained!

Given a growing interest in photographing wildlife added to the desire to shoot in continuous frame mode more often than not (vs the cost of film) I realized it was time to "give digital a go".

I've been a long time fan of Canon film SLRs due to fast and reliable focusing, generally consistent metering, common sense ergonomics, and intuitive menuing. And so I expected these brand qualities to be found in the Canon EOS Rebel (badged 400D in the UK). (Yes a 40D would have been nice, but that was outside of my budget.)

I wasn't disappointed. All the usual controls were located in the usual places, e.g. exposure mode selection dial, command wheel, single frame vs continuous, focus mode etc. If you can find your way through the average mobile phone menu then you will be able to navigate your way through the various software menu tabs, even if some of the options are somewhat unfamiliar. Even though I had never before used a digital camera of any sort, let alone a DSLR, I managed to work out what most of the menu options did. That said, there is no substitute for a read through the manual and I only really found out how to get the best out of the 400D after a read though the manual.

My first time of using the 400D was at the London Wetlands Center, attached to a Canon 70-200 F4 IS. I was genuinely amazed at the image quality that the 400D's APS-C sized CMOS sensor is capable of delivering. Viewing the images later on my laptop I could resolve feather filaments on birds, hairs on squirrels. I was gobsmacked. I found it incredible that this much detail could be captured on a CMOS sensor approximately 22x15mm in size.

So why buy the 400D body rather than one of the 400D kits? Simply because the standard zoom lenses supplied in the 400D kits do not do justice to the high quality of the image sensor in the 400D. Sharp lenses they are not - anything but.

My advice to anyone interested in this fine camera is to:
1) Buy the body
2) Attach a really sharp lens of your choice (not a std kit lens)

I'm very pleased indeed that I bought the body. I'm especially pleased that I bought the body and then handpicked my own choice of razor sharp lenses lenses (Tamron 17-50 f2.8, Canon 70-200 F4L IS).

This camera is a gem. I can't recommend it highly enough. Just make sure you choose a lens that does it justice.

Happy hunting. :-)

If you want pictures that look like they were taken in a cave a mile underground inside a lead box, then this is the camera for you!

It is a perfect material giving quality and more than everything easy to use.

If you hesitate, go with this kind of product because it really gives you the liberty to choose funny or technical approach of taking pictures...

Patrick

As an amateur photographer, I bought this camera to enter the digital slr world. I previously used a Canon Rebel 35mm and then a Casio EXZ57 (awesome small digital point-and-shoot, which I still love!), but wanted to expand my capabilities. Now that prices have come down into my range, I excited bought and waited for the arrival of my Canon XTi, and my anticipation was well worth the wait!

For any other amateur photographers going from point-and-shoot to digital slr, it's important to note that in this model as well as most others, the lcd display cannot be used as the viewfinder. Using the actual viewfind eyepiece takes a bit of adjusting to, but it all came right back quickly.

I am using the camera with a 35-80mm Canon lens which I had used with my Rebel, and so far that lens is suiting me fine. I also purchased a SanDisk 2GB Extreme III compactflash card, which is very fast.

The camera was easy to begin using right out of the box, and I find the manual to be extremely helpful and chock full of great reference information. You can start shooting right away, particularly if you've used an slr before.

I'm thrilled with this purchase and would highly recommend this model to any amateur photographers looking to enter the digital slr world.

The body is capable of producing great quality, razor sharp images. Sadly the same quality does not extend to the standard 18-55 kit lens, either mechanically or optically. For example...
- The inner lens tube wobbles all over the place, which makes you wonder what is actually holding it in position.
- Accurate manual focusing is impossible due to the amazingly poor design and build.
- The lens mount is plastic.
- The optics are shockingly poor. Don't expect sharp images, esp at the tele end. If you compare the optical performance of this lens to the Nikon std 18-55 kit lens, you could be forgiven for thinking that Canon are having a bit of a laugh. You can make up your own mind if you check out the "Reviews" section of the Photozone site (comes up via any of the search engines). Try opening two web browser sessions and size them down width ways so you can compare the two lenses side by side. I think you'll be shocked at what you see.

So why does Canon ship such a poor lens as standard with this body? Beats me - its reputation is widely reported in mags and online. The sooner Canon discontinue the std 18-55 lens the better - it's absolute pap and has no place on a current day DSLR.

My recommendation to anyone thinking of buying this camera is to buy the body and choose the lens separately. If you must have a Canon lens then the IS version of the 18-55 is infinitely better than the std (non-IS) 18-55 kit lens (in terms of the image quality it delivers anyway - mechanically it's not much better). Or, if you don't mind going down the third party lens route, you could opt for the Tamron 17-50 F2.8 - a cracking lens that really does justice to the superb quality and design of the body. Which to choose? The Canon IS 18-55 is cheaper, while the Tamron 17-50 is faster and significantly better in terms of image quality (sharper into the image corners and sharper at the tele end too).

Happy hunting. :-)

I recently took the plunge from "point and shoot" to DSLR. I spent a good 3 months reading reviews, etc on Xti. I was worried I was going to be getting in over my head. BUT I am so happy with this camera. Its not as hard to use as it looks and with "The Field Guide" it has helped me really figure out how to get great shots, and now I can take pics with confidence without having to shoot in full auto mode!

I'm what you call an amateur, so i'm just starting getting into the photografy world. Still, i think the camera is awesome, you have total control of time exposures, tones, focal lenghts, etc... it's very handy, gives you a lot of possibilities to your creativity and imagination. I got it with the lens kit 18/55mm, i trust with a better lens i'll be able to push it further in proffesionalism and and get sweater images but so far i'm very happy with my purchase, nothing to complain about! I'd say if you want it, go for it!

Don't get me wrong, images are neat anyway, but they will be even better with finer lenses.

Short and sweet... The Canon XTi is great for those who, like me, are looking to make the jump from point and shoot to DSLR. It's not hard to figure out and produces absolutely amazing images. I've had this buddy for about a month and have already taken thousands of pics and many of them are better than anything I'd ever thought I could personally capture. Now all of that can't be attributed to the XTi, if nothing else it definitely has given this newbie some added confidence. I've also had some pros look this thing over and they said it's definitely worth the price. Definitely not pro gear, but more than enough for enthusiasts/hobbyist.

Kudos to Canon for bringing the digital SLR camera to an amateur user. I have a lot to explore in this one and it can produce amazing results. The default lens in the package is good for starters and once you master the camera, you should go for a good lens. A good lens would easily cost as much as the camera.

Bought the Canon Ati body to replace my older EOS 35mm. I can use my existing Canon 28/80mm and Quantaray 100/300mm AF lenses and so saved a bunch of money and have a real good camera with great features. I've fitted a 4GB card and am able to store around 850 full size pictures which will be great for our proposed 2 week safari in Africa without computer.
Thanks Amazon - super service.

I bought this camera as a Christmas present for my girlfriend. She was looking for a semi-pro camera. She was fascinated about how friendly the Rebel XTi is! I just borrowed it from her to make a outdoor shooting and boy is this camera good! It's easy to handle, takes hi res L+ RAW PICTURES, and for what it's worth it, it's a really good deal. The classic "value for money" expression would apply to the Rebel XTi

This is one of those cameras that's going to become a classic of its kind difficult to beat.

Amazon had the best overall price for the Canon XTi of any of the reputable sites.

Excellent!! it has taken me some time to figure things out, but I am enjoying every minute. My purchase was based on recommendations of a pro, he suggested this model for starters and I am thrilled.

Buy the camera, read the manual first, then shoot five pictures at each setting, indoors & out, study the results, then read the manual the second time. Repeat the above and read the manual the third time. Only then will you understand what a great camera this is and what fantastic pictures you can take with it. This camera has a great 'electronic brain', the photographer must make sure his brain is connected to it.

I am a hobby photographer. I always shot 35mm SLR and was never comfortable with point and shoot cameras. When I could afford a DSLR this was my choice. I compared the Canon and Nikon cameras and almost purchased the Nikon. What I liked about this camera was the feel in my hand. I also liked the accessories available compared to the Nikon. I also liked the controls and menus were easier to navigate than the Nikon. In the end I found this to be the best investment for the long term. I can upgrade in the future to a better body with a full frame censor. I receive raves from everyone. I love to shot my nephews playing sports, and what amazing pictures I get with this camera. It is a great choice for someone looking to purchase their first digital SLR.

Easy to use. Many features. Great for a novice or a more sophisticated photo-enthusiast. Exceptional price for a versatile camera.

OK it has been a while since I purchased a new camera. I will have you know out of all the cameras that I have used and purchased this one is it. After a short self training period I began taking some photos and have been told that I should publish the photo's. The camera is amazing.

I've had the Rebel XTi for about 2 months now and I'm glad I made that switch from a point-and-shoot digital camera. You cannot go wrong with this one, a good balance between price and quality of output. Anything I say will be redundant since the ratings on this camera speaks for itself. I'm already lusting for lenses and I'm sure a lot of you are. Yes, the lenses do get a bit expensive but a good picture is worth spending the money.
I did have some trouble with the viewfinder on the camera I received but thanks to Amazon's great customer service, the replacement was at my door in 2 days!

I love it, I love it, I love it! Upgrade from an Olympus C--755. Bye, bye shutter lag - the bane of my existence. I don't know about histograms and the other techno minutia, but I do know a well composed picture and I'm having so much fun with this camera.

Love the weight, the grip, the menus are clear and mostly intuitive.

My first DSLR, I love it. It's big, it's expensive, it's dorky, but it's worth it. I just need a bigger pocket to carry it in. Image quality is unsurpassed, usability is unmatched, no bells or whistles or stuff you don't need. Good stuff. Good fun.

The digital rebel xti was a gift to my daughter. She loves it. It was delivered two days before it was expected.

Great camera. High quality pictures. I love it, as well as my friends and my neighbors. My wife like it but not love it though, she like it to be both powerful and small/light to hold, something doesn't exist now.

This camera performs well. The 10 megapixel quality of the shots allows great detail and clarity. The overall performance is excellent.

This is an Awesome DSLR Camera. Great for a beginner like myself. Still getting use to it, but I enjoy it a lot. I would recommend this camera to anyone wanting to get started in DSLR photography.

I purchased this item in Sept of 2007 for a long trip to Yellowstone, Grand Teton Mountains, and Custer Park. I took this camera with 2 others and used this camera all of the time except for video. So far the camera has worked well. I use it in combination with a Sigma 28-300mm zoom lens, a circular polarization filter, and Extreme IV compact flash card. I do not regret this buy at all.

I use to use Nikon, but I'm really loving the Canon products lately. And at the time of purchase, Amazon had the cheapest offer. Almost every photo I took during my trip (about 18gb and not RAW format, lol) have been amazing. I would definitely recommend this camera to anyone that is looking for more professional images.

I love the features, but I recommend playing around with it a lot so you get the feel of all the bottons and features before you do a major shoot. I like how the screen goes black when you put your eye up to the camera when taking photos and all the different modes to shoot with.

You do have to be careful with this camera, it can still get damaged like the old SLRs. It's not like the point and shoot small digital ones that can stand being dropped a few times. Overall this product is a great buy and worth the money.

Canon Digital Rebel XTi is a fantastic middle ground camera for those of us that can't spend thousands on top end equipment. I did a lot of research before buying it and it really does live up to the reviews. Any idiot can use it and get great results ... (that would be my husband and I) but our son the "college student" can also use it for his photography classes, although he would prefer a macro lens in the camera bag too. Let's just pass Calculus first aye ...

Order arrive on time as promised. Arrived in good condition everything in the box. This camera is fast and feature rich for an entry level DSLR. Definitely worth every cent of your money.

This is my first Digital SLR and I purchased this camera to learn photography. I read the manual before using this camera and taken pictures using different camera settings. I am using this camera with kit lens(planning to purchase extra lens for advance photography). The photo quality is Awesome even if the photograph is taken with medium picture quality.

One suggestion - Cannon should provide at least 18-70mm lens kit with the camera.

Since receiving mine, I have recommended it to several people because I am impressed with it. I ordered the body only plus a nice lens, and that's what I recommend also. The 10 MP doesn't hurt either. : )

I've had the camera for a month now, and I really enjoy the quality of pictures I'm able to take, particularly when I lower the ISO and take the picture in RAW format. Very easy to use.

I've been looking for a camera that doesn't produce blurry pictures, takes FAST pictures, & reduces red-eye, and this camera meets all my expectations and beyond!! I'm not a professional photographer, I just like to take pictures especially of my kids and this camera is perfect for my needs. It is very user friendly especially if you've owned a canon digital camera before. I replaced the canon powershot A520 because it was soooooo slow and took too many blurry pictures and lots of red-eyes. The rebel is so much better and I would recommend it to anyone who likes to take pictures.

No doubt that Amazon is my No 1 choice when it comes down to online shopping. They keep you informed of the status of your order all the time.
You get emails at the different stages. You are on top of it.
Prices are competitive and I never think twice when they have what I'm looking for. The Canon Rebel XT is the best camera I have ever had. If you are a newbie in photography go for it. You won't be dissaponited.
Canon + Amazon = 1 . You can't miss on this one.

ordered it on 2/04/08 and its 3/07/08 and i still havent gotten it or a refund yet. first im told to wait til 3/05/08 to get my refund. then im told wait til 3/09/08 for my refund. whats next, 3/15/08?? to be fair, ive gotten EVERYTHING else ive ever ordered from amazon but this. its just that nothing was ever as expensive as this. i think i may just stick to the cheaper stuff. waiting over a month for a $500+ refund is a loooong time.

For this money I would *at least* expect to be able to preview a picture on the generously sized LCD screen. -- Like, that's one of the major points of a SLR camera, right? What you see through the lens should be what you get? But no! You CANNOT see through the lens on this camera - that BASIC feature is not included. You have to take the picture and then you can look at it to see if the framing is correct. Is Canon really serious?

Save your receipt for the return.

This camera, in combination with the 60 mm f/2.8 macro lens, has made our photo work easy, simple and a pleasure to use. There have been no surprizes.

I love this camera. It is fun and easy to use. The photos are great right out of the box and it is pretty fast. I used to have a Sony Cybershot 7MP point and shoot and was unhappy with the color, image quality, and auto-focus speed. The moment of opportunity for perfect shot were often lost and the images were not that great. This camera is fast and produces great quality photos. Definately worth the money to get away from the constraints of a point and click type camera.

Does anyone know what is included with this camera? I'm getting the one with the lens, but no where on the site mentions what it comes with. I'm purchasing it from Amazon. I called them and they had no idea.
Thanks

Before I bought this camera I was trying to pick between the Nikon and Canon. With a lot of research and talking to many professionals I knew the Canon was the best choice. Now that I owned the camera for 4 months I still love it. Many of my friends have other bands like Olympus and Pentax and I still love mine the best.

A family member owned a point and shoot camera for 5 years, way pasted warranty, the camera started having problems taking pictures so we called up Canon, they payed for all the shipping and repaired it for free. A friend of the family had a Nikon just past the warranty of a year and he tied to have Nikon fix it and they would not.

All in all this camera is a winner in my book and between Nikon and Canon, Canon is a winner in my book.

This is my first digital SLR. I have owned digital point and shoot cameras by Nikon, canon and Pentax. I have owned three different Pentax 35mm SLR cameras and this already out does them all.

This review is not written by an expert photographer. I am just writing about what I like and dislike and a few options to add to the camera to help the dislikes.

Firstly, you can't beat the download speed and review of all pictures on your computer with a digital camera and the software included. The editing software could be better but you can find better pretty easy online.

Secondly, the lens it comes with is good and it works great for day to day use considering you will want others and this one you could bang up a little. If you are looking for a telephoto lens with macro then get the Tamron AF 70-300mm tele-macro on Amazon you can't beat its price and it takes some great shots. The only downfall of the Canon is the EF and EF-S mounts that you can get from a few different retailers that are made for only the newer Canon cameras. The downfall is unlike Pentax and Nikon where you can use almost all of their older SLR lenses for the digital SLR you have to buy new lenses for the canon. But like I stated you can find lenses they are not in short supply.

Thirdly, if you know nothing about using SLR this is a great teacher if you have the time to learn. You can change the settings and review the shot so quickly that you can improve quickly. The shooting options are as good as the old Pentax SLRs of the 70s and 80s and as good as the newer Pentax SLRs of the 90's. The direction book could be a little easier to follow as it makes you jump around a bit instead of flowing from one page to the next.

Fourth, you need a tripod as your shots are not going to be as fuzzy as a point and shoot but the case itself feels cheap and fragile in your hands especially if you have big hands. Get the battery grip or a skin, not unlike the ipod rubber skins.

Fifth, you can use the battery for about 2 hours straight, and I don't mean turning it on and off taking a shot or two an hour, I mean leaving it on and taking 20-40 multiple shots a minute. I literally took shots in continuous mode for an hour and still had enough battery to use the flash for an hour. I think I came out with 500 to 700 shots before the battery needed to be recharged, which took two hours. :( Get an extra battery or the battery grip with two batteries and optional 6 AA battery cell.

Sixth, the LCD screen is huge. It shuts off when you get close to it to save your eye for focusing is low light but turns right back on when you back away and blinds you in the dark. The fix is simple it shuts off, which is cool if you remember and saves the battery. You also can review the picture taken for a few seconds by changing the display time which is nice or you can, like all point and shoots, press the play button and look at each shot.

Among the negatives are the cheap feel of the casing and the flash options. The flash is automatic in the green square automatic shot mode, whether you want it or not. On the other hand you have an automatic setting that has the flash off too; it would be easier and quicker if the flash button changed that instead of dialing it in. On the other hand the "P" setting is versatile. You can shoot in almost any mode like the Automatic, you can change all settings and if you want it to flash you open the flash and if you don't you close it.

Anyway have fun with it and upgrade when you learn more in this model.

Great item for someone like me, who is just getting into photography and learning on my own. Since purchase I have taken 1400 photos with this (less than three weeks) and am amazed that this camera inspires me. Already looking forward to having a lense fetish.

We have a Canon Rebel (non digital) that we really liked, however, you have to get into the 'digital age', so we decided to get the XT. The great thing is that the lenses we used on the film camera also work on the digital camera. Like it alot!

The Cannon XTi,10 MP, has worked out great. The camera picture taking is easy and the downloading is a snap. I am looking for additional lens to get more out of the camera. You will need a memory card when you purchase the camera so you can use it out of the box.

I love this camera, a little complicated but I'm learning. One problem is that I now am buying everything else associated with this camera...lens's,remote control buttons,tripods,battery grips, larger flash. It's like crack ([[ASIN:B000I3XQNC Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

I have owned this camera since the beginning of the summer, and have had no trouble what so ever. It takes amazing photographs, and is worth the money, and the added size and weight. SLR cameras are much better than point and shoots, and with this camera you can feel like an expert.

Excellent Image Quality in med to bright light.

First of all I was a Nikon fan. My old Nikon 12 yrs old FM10 worked fine and produced great results for a hobby photographer like me until it fell down from hand. Bought XTi after doing lot of research in different web site such as [...], Cameralab etc. I short listed XTi from Nikon D40X, D60 and also D80. Rejected D80 due to over saturation & color inaccuracy. I pulled over 100s of photos from pbase.com and many diff sites for all these cams to verify. Image quality was my primary concern.
+ve:
Very accurate colors in bright light. Outdoor images looks excellent on my Sony LCD.
Saturation is the BEST.
Very sharp image with proper focus.
Its price right now.
-ve:
Auto mode works fine in bright light only.
Slightly yellowish image in low light in all WB options. Not sure is it due to CMOS sensor? It appears that red tone is more is low light, which can be removed using supplied software to give a natural look.
Battery life is short.
Low light images are noisy too.

I rated 4 stars only as I am not 100% happy with the auto mode and low-light images. I would recommend D60 or Sony DSLR for point-and-shoot up grader if color accuracy and saturation is not a problem OR wait for XSi.
Good Luck
Mrinal K. Gayali

I owned a Fuji Finepix digital camera and gave up on digital because the camera didn't seem to produce the quality that I got with film, so I went back to using my Canon 35mm. Two of my friends owned the Canon Rebel XTI and raved about it, so I decided to give digital another try and I'm so glad that I did. This camera is a God-send for me. I am pretty electronically-impaired and this camera is so simple to use and it give GREAT quality pics!

The Canon EOS Rebel XTi is very versitile in the settings that can be used both for the first time digital SLR user or the experienced user. This camera will function with all of the newer Canon EF AF lenses as well as all of the older EOS AF lenses. The processor is fast and allows for multiple shots. The camera works well in low light situations, and fast action shots. Battery power is good for about 450 shots. Great features at a reasonable price point.

This is the best camera for the money you can buy. all my lens and flash fit right on it, I just love it

i only have one piece of advice:
GO FOR IT! you won't have any regrets!!

well maybe two:
they're right about the kit-lens! don't get it. it really is nothing more than just a paperweight

My Photo instructor recommended the Rebel XTi and I am very satisfied with the ease of use, learning the functions and most of all becoming the photographer I never knew I could be. Easy to understand the manual and basic functions. I love the finished product (even unedited). I truly recommend the Canon family for cameras. 10MP is very well enough for the average sizes of photos I need. Beginners don't be afraid. It does adjust well to trial and error. Go for it!

I recently bought this Rebel XTi with EF 18-55 lens. I have few comments on this camera
Its really easy to operate/Use for me. (used only the film SLR)
The image read write also faster.
Picture quality is as expected.
Ergonomic body design.

More importantly I bought from Amazon, ontime delivery.

Recommended camera for those first time trying D-SLR

BEWARE Broadway Photo and 1 Way Photo!!!! The reason why their prices are no is because the camera either does not include a battery or the battery the sell it with does not last long. The price spikes when you add a battery. Stick with the websites you are familiar with. Also it is very hard to get a hold them. Wait times are rediculous!

I've had mine for about 8 months now, I am a new photographer, but I am very pleased with the XTi as an entry level camera. Great performance and control for a low price.

This is my first digital slr camera. I read most of the customer reviews and went ahead and bought one. I have had it now for 3 weeks and have taken hundreds of phots of my daughter playing college softball. I am very impressed with the pictures I have taken. Most of them are action shots of the team. I am not a pro, just a dad who likes to take pictures. I am very happy with my camera and would highly recommend this camera. Shopping on Amazon is a great experience too.

I bought this threw amazon.
Awesome customer service
received in a day
awesome photography by an amateur photographer (me), only because of this camera!!

I am getting great results and adding pieces that I know I will be able to use when I choose to upgrade. Add a little creative Photoshop for fun and either way you great pictures for a competitively priced camera. Thank you Canon

This is my first SLR. I used to own a Canon S2 IS and was looking forward to the next step. I was thinking about Canon 400D, Nikon D80 and Canon 40D and ultimately selected this. I did not opt for the kit lens as many reviews has mentioned that it is not upto the capabilities of the 400D and so I selected Tamron 28-75mm, f/2.8.
400D is an awesome camera. I've been able to really push my limits high. I don't have nothing much to add to the already mentioned regarding this wonderful camera. All in all this must have been a winning product for Canon.
The only thing lacking is the true spot meter and thus it earns 4 stars. I would recommend it to anyone starting to shoot DSLR.

Bought this camera as a replacement for my 3-year-old 300D, and I've been very pleased. Improved metering and autofocus controls, larger rear display, and more megapixels all make for quite an improvement over my original Rebel.

I was going to wait for the 450D, but I couldn't see too many reasons to do so... I didn't want to wait until April, I didn't plan on using LiveView (that is why I bought an SLR in the first place), and the small resolution bump was not too significant.

So, I'm quite happy with my 400D, especially given the price for which I found it on Amazon. I had hoped that announcement of the 450D would make the price on the 400 drop, but the Amazon price is still about $200 below camera store retail.

Shopped around forever for the best price. Saw that it was on here, purchased it, did next day shipping and I was out 2 days later (bought it after the cutoff time) snapping off photos. Love the camera, couldn't be more pleased with the ease of use. Haven't had any dust problems yet as I haven't bought a new lens but I can imagine, as with all SLRs it will get some. The quality of photos blow me away but for certain things I still have to use my Canon AE-1 35mm from the 70s. That thing is a tank and takes the best pictures.

Excellent camera. Great flexibility. during a recent trip I was shooting pictures indoors by upping the ISO where other could not because flash was banned. Quick focus helps me catch grandkids in action where previous digital cameras could not. Multiple shots are fantastic to catch that winning pose. Definitely the best camera I have ever owned

This really an amazing camera for the money. I've paired it with the original kit lens, as well as some of the pricey L lenses, and the results are quite impressive. I recently upgraded to the 40D, and haven't used it much yet. The reason for upgrading was to get the faster rate of 6.5 fps (the xti is 3 fps). If it wasn't for that... and that is quite minor even, then I would have stayed with the xti for a long time to come. You can't beat it for the price.

El producto está excelente, solo me falta completarla con los accesorios necesarios, un lente de 300mm, un flash externo, un tripod, pero por lo demás estoy super contecto con mi SLR

Well, I really was starting to like this one until I saw it uses Compact Flash. I need one that will accept S/D cards and also has a hot-shoe. I have previously had Canon, Pentax and presently Nikon 650N-SLR's and now have a small Kodak 650(wanted to try inexpensive digital). Want to upgrade to possibly a DSLR. I have lots-of Sd cards and want to stay with them. We are going to Alaska for 2wks in July and I need to make a decision. I have looked at the Canon G9 but don't like it due to no grip. Looked at Nikon D-40 and am now looking at Canon Rebel. I didn't want to spend my life savings, but looks like nothings cheap anymore. Any suggestions out there-- I'm totally open!!

ITS A GREAT DIGITAL CAMERA AND OFFER MANY RESOURCES AND HIGH QUALITY PICTURES !

My wife had an old Rebel film camera that she loved, but I didn't love the development costs. Upgraded her to this, and she absolutely loves it.

I love this camera, it is my first dSLR and i have been shooting for over 3 years now on a point and shoot digital camera, this is like the best upgrade ever. i think this is a great first time SLR users dream, its easy to use and has a whole bunch of settings for beginners and novice photographers alike. Not to mention the price just went down even more then when i bought it last week.

In my opinion this camera was not all it was cracked up to be. I took 150 shots at a local park, and i returned it for a Nikon D80. The D80 was night and day over it. Okay so i'm not going by features or lens availability, but just general exposure and sharpness, the D80 far surpasses it. I also tried the Nikon D40 before the XTi, which in my opinion is about the same as this, although the flash was better on the Nikon D40.
No offense to Canon i'm sure they make some nice higher end DSLR's. I would save more money and get a higher end model or purchase from a store where they have a good return policy so it gives you a chance to test them out.
Best Buy has a 14 day return policy. $600 is a lot of money just make sure you try them all before making your final decision.

I tried 3 cameras over the span of 3 days. My final purchase was the D80.
Good Luck. Happy Shopping.

In January I moved from the Canon S2 to the XTI and I'm really glad I did. I've never picked the S2 up ever since. It's very easy to use, very small learning curve if your moving from an advanced point and shoot.

Pros:
-The camera shoots fast enough for me, 3fps is more than I need.
-ISO to 800 is usable. 1600 is there if you have to use it but only in a no-flash dark environment where sharpness is critical. Trust me, the results can be used but you'll have to run the photos though noise ninja or something similar.
-All of the settings are really easy to get to and change.
-The 10.1 mp are more than enough to allow you to crop for mistakes you might make.
-Depending on the lens, focus is scary fast and accurate. It'll make you never want to pick up that P @ S ever again.

Cons:
-No live view. This makes it tough for me to take shots with the camera close to the ground. With the Canon S2, I could twist the LCD and see what I was focusing on. There are accessories that allow you to see the viewfinder at an angle but they're expensive.
-No Spot-meter
-Dust reduction thing is really a gimmick more than it is usable I think. I still get some dust on the sensor I have to clean off from time to time that the dust feature won't shake off.
-The body isn't the most comfortable to hold when you've got a long lens on. Pick up the battery grip to make this thing feel better in your hands.
-The build quality is average. Don't expect an all-metal body for this price, most of the camera is plastic and there are no weather seals.

Over-all for the price and the quality of the pictures I couldn't be more pleased with this camera. The #1 most important thing to me was picture quality and it never disappoints (except at ISO 1600). If you're on a budget and you don't have to have live-view, go with the XTI. You'll won't regret your decision.

Excellent product. Canon makes the best cameras. This is the third Canon I've owned and I haven't been disappointed.

I'm 15 and just starting out with photography. I purchased this camera with the kit lens (even though I've heard many people say not to do this), for convenience. It's way more than I expected. Very easy to handle, very good price.

Overall, for a starter DSLR, it's awesome.

I have only owned the XTi for a few days now, and wow! I love this camera so much. Now, let me give you a little background on myself. I am not a photographer, nor do I aspire to be. I just got tired of bad photos coming from my point-and-shoot camera. My best friend IS a professional photographer, with museum quality photos. He uses a Rebel XT for the moment. (He's waiting for the price to come down on the 1D Mk3) Anyways, the quality of the photos I take now is great. After a few lessons in what an f-stop is and exposure and shutter speeds I have the basics down. I also am pretty good at editing in Adobe CS. (HIGHLY recommended for editing, even for amateurs.) I only shoot in RAW format so as to achieve the best quality.

For anyone out there who is looking for a replacement for their point and shoot, and wants something upgradeable (ie lenses) this is the best buy out there right now. With the introduction of the XSi the price has come down a bit.

Like I said, I'm not a photographer, just someone that wants to take good photos. And I give this a very solid 5 stars!!!

After many years of taking photographs, and having a darkroom, I decided to move to digital.
After selling my old Nikon and accessories, I chose the Canon XTi as a starting point. This is my best decision ever in photography as the kit is extremly simple to use and the documentation for advanced settings could not be clearer.
Now I have purchased the Canon 580EXii and love it as well.
Great going Canon.

I'm very happy with my purchase. The camera is great & met my expectations. Shipping from amazon was easy & fast. Highly recommend it!

I've been snapping from the hip for around 15 years, I even studied Photography at Salisbury College, England, before I defected to the States.
This is by far one of the best SLR's I have owned, for the price!
I tested it in many different lighting conditions and it excels in all, ISO 1600 is a bit noisy in low light, but that is expected and if you have a steady hand you can get away with ISO 800.

I managed to pick mine up with the 18-55mm lens kit for $565.00, shop around the deals are out there. Especially since the XSi came out.
Ritz Camera have it for $579 but if you get the product sheet and go to Circuit City they will give you there price promise and beat the price. I was cheeky and asked them to throw in a 2GB Scandisk III compact flash card for free, if you don't ask you don't get.

The color is warm and rich, close to film.

Price: Fantastic
Quality: Fantastic

As an entry level DSLR you won't be disapointed.
I would recommend you get a grip for it though as the grip is tiny and my big hands hang over the edge.
I picked up a canon knock off for $70 including 2x batteries. The quality is as good as the Canon original grip.

It can't be beat! Unless you pay the extra for the XSi.

I had nothing but problems with my new camera. First it would just shut off for no reason, the zoom could not find its mark kept adjusting while just sitting on table and finally the flash would rapid misfire & message would say BUSY up to 3 minutes after one shot. I was hoping this camera would be the one for me. I guess I just got a bad one after reading all positive reviews. Reluctantly I had to return it. That also was Canon's support agent suggestion too. I am glad I bought it from Amazon since they are real good about defective returns.

I love it!

You need to have a nice selection of lenses to really appreciate this camera. I have the extended grip for better support

I love this camera. It takes beautiful pictures and is very user friendly. One reviewer said you can't review pictures but you can. Just press the green arrow on the back of the camera and you can see the photos on the memory card. I highly recommend this camera.

This body replaced my original EOS 300D Digital Rebel body. It is a bit smaller and lighter than my previous, but is still constructed well. Aside from the upgraded CMOS sensor and added features, the big difference for me is the LCD display. On my digital rebel the settings display only filled the top portion of the small LCD. On the XTi the information actually fills the whole screen which a 2.5" display. For my 40+ year old eyes that have reduced near vision that is great! I now can shoot and adjust without having to pull my glasses up to see the shutter speed, ISO, aperture, etc.
The bottom line...its solid Canon quality at a reasonable price!

Ordered the camera with one day shipping, after two days it hadn't arrived. First rep. told me it would be delivered that day. When it wasn't, second rep. said it never left the warehouse and she cancelled the order on my request. Then the camera showed up the next morning after I had already bought it somewhere else ! Refused the package and had found it on sale at bestbuy for $25 less.

Great camera... easy to use, and the menu setup is designed for quick changes on the fly. This is key when shooting-- you don't want to have to scroll through menu after submenu to get to the setting you want to change. Olympus, I'm lookin' at you.

One thing to keep in mind: the APS-C sensor size results in an effective focal length of 1.6x whatever the lens says. For instance, a 50mm lens becomes an 80mm lens on this camera body.

That having been said, any of Canon's EF or EF-S lenses will work on the Rebel body. Keep your old glass!

When I first went digital 6 years ago, I was a 35mm junkie, I didn't want to give up my EOS 850 with lenses just to go digital, but I bought one. About a month after purchasing an Olympus 3030zoom Canon came out with the Rebel, needless to say I was just a little bummed out; I couldn't afford to get both. I was never completely satisfied because I couldn't use my various lenses so I would always take the EOS right along with my digital. The 3030zoom takes incredible pictures, but I was still a 35mm junkie.
I finally allowed myself to invest in this newer XTi about a month ago. This camera is so easy to use, almost a point and shoot, the functions you need are very easy to access either from the wheel or the menu. A lot of digitals are hard to operate because everything is buried in the menu, but you won't find that with the XTi. The pictures are FABULOUS! I have 3 lenses from my EOS that are at the oldest about 19 years old and each and every one has worked with it. One thing I would absolutely suggest to anyone who is purchasing, go to a store and put your hands on the cameras before you buy one. I was looking at the XT, thinking I will save a few bucks getting a couple of megapixels less with it. I went to the store to handle

This camera was advertised as coming with the lense. When ordering, other items were ordered with it so we did not notice the total was not correct for the camera with the lense. When it came, it did not come with the lense. The lense alone was another $150+ so we sent the camera back. In the meantime the store where we could have gotten the camera with the lense at a price a little higher took the sale off. So we ended up paying for the shipping back to Amazon and the difference in the sale and the new price of the camera, which was still a little less than ordering from Amazon with out the lense and then having to buy it. We see it is now advertised with out the lense at higher price than the the body cost a month ago. Way to go Amazon,stick to books.

This camera is my first SLR camera and I absolutley love it. I love the fact that there are many manual setting that you can choose from, such as setting the white balance, to the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture settings. It's great all around, and my friends think i look like a pro, although I insist i am not.

As for the kit lens, it has good sharpness, fast focusing, not the quietest though(I'm not sure wheter or not it has the USM), but that really doesn't matter to me.

If i could rate it out of 10, I'd give it a 9, it'll earn the last one after i fugure out the rest of it.

My buddy helped me build this camera and I am so happy with it.
I had no clue what I was doing as for as buying a camera.
With all the reviews and his help I never miss a shot.
I would tell anyone looking for a camera to but this.
I Love It!!!

I'm new to the DSLR world but I've used an SLR before for a traditional photography class. Before the XTI, I was using the Panasonic-FZ18 but it just wasn't cutting it for me. I've read and own "The Digital Photography Book Vol. 2" and "The Betterphoto Guide to Digital Photography" so I know a little bit about photography and cameras. I've done quite a lot of research before making my purchase and I'm very please with my decision.

Pros:
- Great Price
- Images are sharp and low noise at higher ISOs
- Dust Removal System
- 9 point AF system
- 10MP
- Picture styles
- Good looking camera with good handling (It looks just like the XSI to me, except smaller lcd screen)

Cons:
- No Live View
- Exposure is off all the time(In low light situation it underexposes and in bright situation it overexposes making the situation worst; this can be easily fixed by stopping at about -1 or +1 but I would still prefer to have the 0 be the right exposure for most of the time so that I don't have to take several shots to find the right exposure)
- No image stabilization with kit lens (gonna need that tripod all the time until I get a new lens!)
- Viewfinder is not that bright (not like the D80 or the XSI)
- No spot metering
- Auto mode is horrible (not that you should use it anyways!)

I didn't get a Nikon because the D80 cost too much (I would rather get the XSI). The D60 doesn't compare to the XTI (quality and features). I think the XT and the D40 are ancient by now. Sony and Olympus entry-level dslrs are packed with features and have good prices but the image quality is not quite as good as a Canon or Nikon. So in conclusion, for the price I think the XTI is an excellent choice for a beginner. But if I had some more money I would definitely go with the XSI. It pretty much solves all the problems that the XTI has and it also has 14-bit conversion which gives the image bit more detail and makes the gradients softer. I tested out the XSI at Best Buy and it's worth the extra money. I'm happy with the XTI for now, all the images I take are worlds apart from any point and shoot camera (like my Panasonic FZ-18 Super Zoom) and I'm only using the poor kit lens. I can't wait to see what this camera can do with a good lens.

It took a while for me to finally decide to go digital but since i bought this camera I can't belive i waited so long. I came from the Canon Rebel series film cameras to the digital XTI and after a quick read through the instructions to familiarize myself with the controls i was shooting pics like a pro (well not really a pro but good for me). The resolution is fantastic, the included software is intuitive and easy to use. I'd definately recomend this camera to anyone short of a true professional.

it has got to be the best camera ever, i cant find anything wrong with it. i use it at parties and the results are amazing. my close friend has the nikon 40D and i think this one takes the lead with its performance.

BUY IT, you wont regret it, plus its cheaper here than any store around me.

I could not be more pleased! For some one that is a little more than a novice this camera is simply excellent!!! High-quality photographs and easy to use. I did eventually replace the lens with an 18-55mm IS lens that is a better quality lens but the kit lens is ok for initial use. The camera is light weight and takes outstanding photographs when used with good quality lenses. Considering the overall cost, I could not recommend it more!

I'm an amateur photographer and I still have yet to take any classes to improve my knowledge but with my Rebel, I feel like a pro. Purchasing a Canon digital SLR camera was well worth the extra money and I will never go back to the point and shoot models. This camera takes crisp, clear photos and is a joy to use. I love it!!!

Good overall camera but when trying to take action shots the camera is a little slow. I have a high speed sd card and the auto focus turned off but it still took about a second in between shots.

Very easy to use, and produces excellent results for the cost. Don't skimp on the accessories, though--you'll need the extra lenses and flash.

I really like the XTi, but I bought it about three months before the XSi came out. I am not sure I would have made a different decision, but it's possible. I am returning to photography as a hobby after 20 years and I think this is a very competent camera for my needs. I only wish it had a "live view" screen. The picture quality is exceptional. Of course, you must have a good lens to take advantage of the capabilities.

I purchased the 400D from a store in England, so I over paid a bit for it(the US dollar to pound exchange rate sucks), but it was still worth it. When I went in, I was leaning towards the Nikon D60, but when compared I found I liked the Cannon better. It was a little cheaper than the D40, but has so many more features (the Cannon was the better camera.) I would Recommend this camera to anyone.

I have recently switched from complete 35mm photography to digital SLR. I chose to start with the Canon XTi for a couple of reasons, primarily price and positive reviews. I write and do photography for a magazine and have been mostly pleased with the camera. I have had a learning curve, however, in going from 35mm to digital, primarily the lack of image stabilization. My 35mm shots were always in focus, but I would say about 25% of my shots now are soft-focused. I have learned to compensate through the use of prime lenses and manual settings, but I would recommend that anyone new to digital photography take a class or get a companion book for this camera. The kit lens is not great, so your best bet is to plan on buying a prime lens as soon as possible. [...]

I am still learning about all the features but I am very pleased with what I have seen so far.

i love this thing, my last slr was the canon rebel xt, worthy upgrade here!!!

All I have ever owned were regular point and shoot cameras. This is the camera that really turned me into a photo nut. I love this camera, and find myself regularly carrying it with me to take photos.

Be careful if you purchase one of these though. You will become the person people expect to take pictures of all the events.

This is a great camera, especially for the price you pay for it. I've had mine for over a year and have taken over 5,000 pictures. I'm very satisfied with the results. The only thing I started noticing is the lens that comes with the kit doesn't work as good as it did when I first bought the camera. It is slower (AF) now and doesn't seem to focus very good in AF mode. So I'm getting ready to buy a new and better lens. Other than that it's a great product. I recommend it.

Extremely great camera for the price! With a larger lens you will need an external flash rig otherwise you will cash shadows... and it's a good idea with a small lens too because the cycle time is a little slow with the on board flash at night. But, during the day or with an external flash it's fantastic.

Great camera for those looking to leap into photography in a more serious way or just take better pictures. This was my first SLR. It's simple enough and easy enough to use (and has good enough auto settings) that my wife, who only likes to point and shoot, can use it and be happy. It's light enough I can take it everywhere, even snowshoeing up the continental divide (didn't even slow the battery or performance a bit). Lots of room to grow and customize (I'm using the program setting pretty much exclusively now, very useful). Not very expensive, either. Very comfortable to use (for me, at least). No exposure issues, and exposure is pretty easy to control. Good camera for someone who doesn't quite know what they're doing or for someone who knows exactly what they want. The silver looks cool, in my opinion.

I've had this camera about 6 mos and have NO complaints. It takes much better pictures than my current abilities. Coupling this camera with Photoshop Elements helps me produce some much "better that average" pictures for printing!

This is a great little DSLR. It's super-light (by DSLR standards) and takes some amazingly detailed photographs. Don't forget a good flash (580EX-II) and good portrait lens (Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II.)

This camera works great. I had the original rebel and I upgraded to this. Both cameras are great but this newer generation is 1000% time better.

I've had this camera for almost two years now, and I've taken well over 10,000 pictures with it. I've never been happier with this digiecam than with any camera I used before. I went from a 35mm SLR to a hi-grade P&S digital, and then to the XTi; and haven't looked back since.

I'll be upgrading to the XSi in the near future, basically the same camera with a little bit higher resolution sensor, live view and a few other bells and whistles.

I will come back to modify this review when I hear the result from either J&R or Canon.
I was doing a ten day trip and shot a lot of pictures. So I bascially charged two batteries every other day alternatively. Unfortunately, the fourth or fifth time the charger just went bad. I had to shoot pictures very selectively.
When I came back, I sent an email to J&R and they asked me to call Canon service since my charger is still under warranty. So I called canon, and was very disappointed to be told that the charger was not covered in warranty!
The rep kept asking me whether the charger was damaged when I received it! I am trying to contact with both J&R and canon and see how this got resolved.

I've waited for years to buy something better than a PowerShot. I've never taken photography classes, always loved taking pictures, and have been told many times I have a good eye. This is the perfect camera to help me realize my full novice potential. I don't know how it rates with old school SLRs or even comparable products, but I do know that I love it and will keep it with me always. You never know when a perfect photo op will present itself.

I've had this camera for a little over a month, and I've only had time to take a hundred pictures or so, but I really love this camera. But buyers should be aware that this is an entry-level DSLR. There are only a few things nagging me, but I should share them with you. First, only in certain modes can the flash be forced "off" -- otherwise, it pops up if the object of focus is dark and the background is a bit brighter... Sometimes, it was just annoying, particularly on a bright sunny day when taking pictures in the shade when I think I would have preferred it to stay closed, and it kept popping up. Secondly, the kit lens. Well, it's a kit lens, and while it's okay for a beginning lens, it's not very good, especially if you want to take a wider variety of pictures (low-light, shallower depth of field), and its picture at lower f-stops is soft, to be kind (I found the pictures at higher F-stops to be decent, however, not great).

Those are the main things I've noticed and been bothered by, but otherwise, the camera is fantastic, and an incredible jump up from most point-and-shoot cameras.

Just bought it a few weeks ago. Very nice camera so far. Will be doing a lot of close-up work soon, so that'll be a critical test. I expect all will be fine.

I bought this for my boyfriend's (now husband) b-day back in March. We both have only been accustomed to using point & shoot digital cameras. This Rebel is very user friendly and takes GREAT pics! The 10.1MP allows you to take beautiful shots and you can print enlargements that look professional!
The only draw-back I have is that it doesn't allow you to use the LCD monitor to take the pics, only for viewing pictures already taken. Something about the mirrors.....blah blah blah. But we're used to it now.
Other than that, we use the camera on a weekly basis.
Thanks Canon for making such a camera at such an affordable price.
LA in TX

My Dad is an avid amatuer photographer but his old digital camera requires these tiny discs that he can't find any longer. This was the perfect Father's Day gift, it keeps him busy, entertained, and I get to see lots of great pictures!

The Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR arrived promptly and produces great quality images. I'd recommend this product to anyone interested in creating outstanding photography.

I would most defintely purchase this camera given a second chance. I would also recommend this readily to anyone unsure over whether or not to invest in this product. As always Amazon does not disappoint.

Got this camera recently and totally in love with it. Yep, it's not the new modet, but I does alot for the old model.
Also, if you'd like to have something professional, take Canon EOS 5d)

By the time, I am writing this review, I have captured more than 10K pictures on this lovely camera. It takes superb pictures. The picture quality is stunning. I highly recommend buying Canon external Flash for better indoor shoots and Canon EF 70-200mm F4L USM lens for stunning pictures. Value for money and once you get used to DSLR, its hard moving back to point and shoot.
Great camera.

I have owned this camera for about a month now, and it is my first digital SLR. I used to have a Canon film SLR, and a point and shoot as well, and loved them both. So when I decided to get an SLR, Canon was the only choice for me, and I was not disappointed.

This is an excellent camera. It's easy to use, and the pictures are great. The software that comes with the camera is actually pretty good, and I have been quite happy with it so far. I really would recommend this camera to anyone looking into the digital SLR market. There have been documented exposure problems by other users, but I have not noticed anything wrong with the exposure.

I really can't recommend this camera enough.

I purchases what I thought to be a "new" camera body. Upon receipt of the package and opening it, it was NOT new, but recently returned to amazon and still had the receipt from the previous purchaser. I can only hope that it was returned to some reason other than it was defective.

After taking thousands of pics of my two year old and my new born with my HP point and shoot, I finally gave up. None of the pictures were of the 'moment' or 'expression' I was trying to capture. I was always taking pictures of their backs or their looking away or xxx. Anything but what I wanted. Then the quality of the pictures were never quite right unless I took the picture in full blown day light.

Finally decided to splurge. After extensive research on the Canon XTi vs the Nikon, I ultimately opted for the Canon. I bought it along with the portrait EF 50mm that seems to be highly rated by many. I later purchased the EF 28-105mm. Upon receiving the camera, I went to town taking pics of my little ones. What I found:

Pros:
- Fast. Very fast. Wow. I've yet to miss a shot.
- Outstanding pics. Pics with the EF28-105 good. Pics with the EF 50mm, outstanding. Many look like they were taken by a pro. Trust me. I am no pro. I'm a working mom looking for some good pics to put on their website and send to Grandma and Grandpa. On average, with my point and shoot, I'd get 1 out 20 that were worthy of that. Now, I average 5-6 out of 10 at a higher bar of course.
- Versitile. I can play around with different settings and Canon lenses. Fun but expensive.
- Battery charges fast. Battery life outstanding. I honestly don't think I've had to charge the batteries but 2-3 times since I bought it five months ago and have taken thousands of pics.
- The 4GB SD card keeps more pics than I could ever want.

Cons.
If you are a working kind of mom like I am and just want an awesome camera to take awesome pics, you've found it. However, there is one big downside: it's bigger...way bigger than a point and shoot. It's not as easy to throw in your purse and go out for a splash day. I have found myself leaving it behind because I just didn't want to lug it along with the diaper bag, a toddler and an infant...car seat, snacks, toys, bottles, wipes...etc. The bag is heavy enough. But, those pics are priceless as far as I am concerned and will sacrifice more often than not and find myself glad for having done so.

LENSES. This took me longer to figure out than which camera to buy. I searched for a month before I committed. Given the affordability of the 50mm and its reviews, I opted to do without the kit lens.

Admittedly, I regretted it at first. What!? No zoom. As you can tell, I'm a serious amatuer and didn't know what I was getting into. But, despite the one time I wanted to take a group pic that required me to step clear to the other side of the house to get them in, 99% of the time, I'm trying to get a good close up of my kids...many pics by default at this age tend to be close ups. Then, there is a subtle difference between the pictures I have taken with this lens and the 28-105--crisper, cleaner and outright beautiful color.

The 28-105 is actually not bad especially if you use it with the hood. The zoom is about what I figure I will need at ball games and ballerina recitals when I don't have to worry about lugging a diaper bag and keeping after a climbing/crawling baby. For the price, I figure it's doable.

There you have it, Amazon shopping Moms. I hope this Review was helpful. I found many of the reviews targeting semi-pros so it took a while to sift through it all!

My mom and dad bought my camera for me for Christmas one year and I use it all the time, it's the best present they could have ever gotten me. It takes some of the best picutres I've ever seen and I have friends and family that ask me to take pictures of them all the time.

Purchased this camera with the understanding that it had been refurbished by Canon. I have been completely satisfied with the camera, and the ease of handling, all accessories and instructions were included same as a new one, plus a considerable savings. I received the item sooner than they said when it would ship. I would purchase again if the same situation were presented and the need were there.Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)

This item was delivered to me at 4pm on 7-17-08 as the date promsed,all packed well all is operting ok used it about five times so far,and very happy. yes I give it five stares.

My daughter is so thrilled to have this awesome camera. It takes fantastic pictures.

We ordered the camera body to accompany the lenses I had for a CANON EOS Rebel2000. Everything worked fantastically and we got some terrific pictures on our recent vacation!

Moved up from film SLR and cheapo digital Kodak cameras to a real digital SLR.
Love it, had it a while now. Even though there are many controls, still use it on "automatic" since it does so well.
Using it for family pictures so there are a lot of situations with different light and motion. Still learning on extreme closeup, which is the hardest for me but I just need to learn how the camera works for that.
I use 1 Gig cards and external card readers to save wear and tear (if it even wears or tears I don't really know)

We plan on gettng a new DV camera soon and I'm going to get a Canon that fits the same battery type so I can interchange them. Really like the quality of the Canon products.

For the money I don't know if you will find a better camera. I like the Nikons too, but for 600 bucks a 10 megapixel dslr is a very good deal. Only thing: I don't like the stock lens. Getting a fixed lens is better.

This camera is great. Although my title suggests this is best bet for beginners, this camera can be great for intermediate to semi-pro photographers with a limited budget.

Pros
- Relatively economic compared to other higher end Canon D-SLRs. Value for money. I purchased:
- This camera (body only)
- a 4 GB CF card
- Canon 200dg Camera bag
- Canon 50mm f1.8 lens
- Extra battery for Canon
All this for a total of $690.

- Excellent resolution pictures with a lot of detail.
- LCD is larger and brighter.
- The 9 point AF is fast, accurate and performs well in low light.
- Settings are very easy to get to. For eg it is very easy and quick to change ISO and AF modes
- Low noise as you go higher up in ISO modes. This is extremely important in low light situations where you want good pictures with less noise.

Cons
- The kit lens is disappointing. I purchased a Tamron 17-50mm instead and am extremely happy with the buy.
- Sporadic shooting after buffer gets full when shooting in continuous mode. You will face this when shooting sport pictures. you have to know after how many shots the buffer gets full in order to not wait between taking pictures. It takes about 15-20 seconds for the camera to get back to normal once the buffer is full.
- Same issue as above when using built-in flash. you will be able to shoot 4-6 pictures without any issue but then the flash will need to recharge and this again takes 15-20 seconds before you can start shooting again.
- No spot metering. Not a big issue for beginners.
- uses CF card. I am not a big fan of CF cards and that is why I put this as a con.
- If there is data in the buffer and you open the CF card compartment, you will lose the data as it shuts off the camera.

Overcall, the camera is great. Even with the Cons, the XTi is Canon's best selling D-SLR camera for the reasons I have listed above. Most important the value for money. One cannot go wrong with this camera.

However, for those enthusiasts who are wanting to get into photography and are looking for a good D-SLR camera, should also look at Rebel XS. This is a model that is between the XTi and the XSi, with features from both the models and improvements from the XTi. It is priced well as well at $699 (less if you are able to find a good deal).

I own the XTi and am extremely happy. This camera is the perfect way to begin photography. It can easily get you to semi-pro level after which you can start looking at other high end cameras. And the best thing is all the lenses you buy for the XTi, work with all Canon cameras (Note: there are exceptions, please make sure the lens you buy will work on Full Frame cameras).

My husband and I regularly use the XTi and 40D, both with separate Canon 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 zooms. (He always used the lens, so I caved and bought a 2nd one - it's a great all-around.) We've used these bodies for nearly a year now.

My husband has large hands, but he prefers the XTi body. I like the extra weight of the 40D, especially for a largish lens like the Canon 70-200mm L. The smaller XTi body fits better into holster bags. The off-on switch is easier to operate on the XTi - it sticks out, whereas the 40D's off-on switch is flatter to the body. The XTi's buttons and menus seem a bit more intuitive than the 40D, but has fewer options for people who like to fiddle with new things. I think the 40D battery lasts longer than the XTi, although that's an impression, not a scientific study.

(For the record, I had a chance to shoot with the Sony Alpha A200. That body feels cheaper to me in its build. And I think the lens choices are much better for Canon and Nikon.)

Looking at similar shots taken with identical lenses, it is very difficult to differentiate between the results. We are amateurs. My husband likes landscape mode, I like Av mode. One huge difference between these cameras is that the 40D has the ability to automatically set the ISO film speed in creative modes as well as point-and-shoot modes. When I'm using the XTi, I find it a pain to have to remember to check the ISO number and set it for conditions. For example, as it gets darker towards dusk, you might want to set the ISO to 400 rather than 100. (Remember: for both bodies, the ISO setting is automatic for basic modes like "landscape," but I shoot mostly in Av mode.)

Another interesting difference is the sky. When the XTi takes a picture of, say, a sunset in landscape mode, the sky is rich and red while the rest of the shoot is too dark. If I use landscape mode (or Av, for that matter) with the 40D, it adjusts things so that the sky is always washed out or white in order to make the rest of the shot visible. It often washes out a blue sky to white as well, even shooting Av mode at aperture 22. So if I want to get that sky color (at the expense of everything else too dark,) I have to point at sky only, press shutter halfway for exposure, and then recompose the shot. Then the picture turns out like the XTi. (I know, I know - probably need to buy a graduated neutral density filter, but I am so lazy and so cheap.)

Something else to consider is that the accessories for these two cameras are not compatible. Although the CompactFlash cards are the same, the remote switch for the 40D doesn't work with the XTi, the batteries and chargers are not interchangeable, etc. This makes the pair less than perfect backups for one another, and more stuff to haul on a trip.

For the price, I think the XTi is a better bargain than the 40D, although I suspect it's a lot like my brain: I'm only using the 40D at 18% of it's true capacity! Although I would still choose the 40D over the XTi, my husband prefers the XTi. For people who don't do weird things like reset the white balance or shoot in raw, the XTi is a superb choice - it's just an outstanding deal now that the prices have dropped even further. If you're not a real gadget nerd, I'd recommend buying the Xti, taking the money you save over the 40D and putting it towards a great lens.

Very good camera. Provides a lot of flexibility in taking pictures. It is reliable, and the price is very good.

My Canon Digital Rebel XTi combines the creative enjoyment I experienced with my 35mm SLRs in the past with the convenience and versatility of digital cameras. Anyone from beginner through professional photographer will be pleased with its myriad capabilities and ease of use: beginners can start with the "automatic" functions and develope their skills as they experiment with the vast creative features and functions of the Rebel XTi.

I've had numerous point and shoot cameras from Canon, Sony and Kodak over the years. This is my first step into the SLR arena and all I can say about this camera is "AMAZING!"

The ease of use, speed of picture taking and image quality if truly amazing.

There are numerous other larger reviews out there so I won't go on with this one, but I wanted to put my 5 stars in. Great job Canon!

The camera is indeed very good and after about 2000 pictures I'm happy I bought it however with the standard kit lens I find very difficult to focus on lower light. Also the quality and the clarity of the pictures taken with kit lens can be improved. The filter is very good to protect the lens from scratches or other unexpected events. I recommend buying the 50mm f/1.8 prime lens with this camera especially for new comers to dslr cameras.

It's a good camera for what we're doing. It's fast and the quality of the photos are very good.

This is a good entry level camera that has a lot to give at a cheap price. However, I recommend the following:

Do not get the kit lens. Its decent, but it you can save your cash and buy a general purpose prime lens, like the 50 mm f1.4 ($300).

I am happy with this camera, however I can't wait for canon to come out with a full frame sensor, at a below 1000 dollar price.

I would also, like to see wider and more bracketing ability. 3 frames per bracket is not bad, but I wish it had more.My canon sx100 has a hacked firmware loaded that allows me to bracket multiple shots. The hack gives me the ability to alter f stop, as well as shutter speed for brackets. I'm hoping someone hacks the xti.

Most annoying: When you want to bracket you need to dig into a menu. That sucks.

proactive dust solution: I change lens a lot, so I'm happy that it has a proactive solution to dust. So far, I have not had a problem.

Over all, a great camera to start out with.

Got this camera as gift and after 3 months this camera was not producing good pictures, most of the pictures are fade or like blurr.

I bought this camera from Amazon back in April. I ordered it on a Friday afternoon and received it the following Monday morning. It has been GREAT so far. This is my is my first digital SLR so I had some learning to do but this camera was very easy to learn and operate. The picture quality is very good. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, especially those who are purchasing a digital SLR for the first time.

I previously owned a measly point and shoot camera, so upgrading to this camera was a huge jump for me. it took some time getting used to, but once I've learned was quite easy to use. i shoot manually without (much) trouble now.

The lens that came with this camera was pretty crappy (EF-S 18-55mm USM). You should definitely get a better lens for the full experience. I recently bought Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 for pretty cheap and it takes the most amazing pictures with this camera

I was very pleased with the prompt delivery and the many features on this camera. My friend does some professional photography and this is the camera he uses. I'm still figuring it all out but it takes crisp clean photos.

This is my first SLR. With my little experience on photography, I can tell that this is a great camera even for the simple users for home photography. You can use the flash and regulate the photo brightness (add some shadow if the pic is over exposed, I use the free software Picasa2). You will need a very steady hand and a steady subject to click without flash under little low brightness or dimmed environment.

I use lenses with Image Stabilizer and I have also found the Cannon's relatively cheaper fixed 50 mm lens going very good with the camera especially for low light photos.

I would like to add that I do not know much of photography to comment well on this product.

Is a excelent product, easy to used and very nice. Now I stay in Kenya and taked absoluty favolous pictures with this Camera. I really recommended

I've been using this camera for several months now. I'm very pleased with the bang for buck value. This is a great introductory digital SLR. Noobs and those with photo experience will enjoy using this camera.

I have bought many digital cameras in the past. None work as well or as easy. Most cameras I bought would take the picture a couple of seconds after pressing the shutter. Not this one. In fact, I can take series of pics and each come out sharp and clear. Again, for the price, you can't beat this camera.

I DONT LIVE IN THE STATES ... SO I WENT THERE AND BOUGHT THE CAMERA THROUGH AMAZON SO I COULD BRING IT BACK TO MY COUNTRY. IT WAS A GIFT FOR A FRIEND OF MINE SO Y DIDNT TURN IT ON AT THE TIME SINCE I THOUGHT... I WONT TAKE HIM THE PLEASURE OF DOING THAT FOR THE FIRST TIME.... BIG MISTAKE.. CAUSE WHEN I CAME HERE THE THING DIDNT WORK.. WE COULDNT TURN IT ON... AND WHEN I CONTACTED THE VENDOR THEY SAID I NEEDED THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING (WHICH OBVIOUSLY I DIDNT BRING WITH ME) ... ANYHOW... IT TURNED TO BE A VERY BAD EXPERIENCE.. NOW ILL HAVE TO REPAIR IT HERE.. CAUSE THE CAMERA IS BROKE...

Works very well,
looks like new also I bought it as a refurbished one,
no problems since I bought it.

Good Choice!

The Canon XTI Rebel is very impressive and I am very satisfied with it, my only complaint is the battery should be larger. I think cutting cost with something so crucial to the camera is short sighted.

The third generation XTi is the successor to the popular Rebel XT. An entry level camera but considered to be quite an excellent performer in many levels.
It comes with a battery and a sleek compact charger. It also uses the well known Digic II image processor. Uses CF card.

Improvements compared to its older brother XT:
- 10 megapixel resolution compared to 8 megapixel for the XT
- A larger 2 1/2 inch LCD panel compared to 1.8 inch
- A new self-cleaning sensor
- 9 point AF system while the XT has 7
- Better burst shooting capacity from 23 to 27 frames
- 7 LCD brightness levels compared to 5 for better viewing in bright surroundings

Pros:
- Image quality is superb. Color rendition and low-noise
- Light and small
- Can shoot RAW format
- Impressive long battery life.

Cons:
- Cannot shoot using the LCD panel. You always have to use the viewfinder. LCD is for menu and playback only.
- Supplied lens is very basic. No image stabilizer. Slow.
- No movie capability

The best review I can give on this product is my personal experience with this camera. I have used everything from high end professional use cameras, to the disposable digital cameras, to the credit card sized middle-class digital cameras. I decided to jump to the middle ground for my last camera purchase, when I bought this one.

I was in the same place a few months ago that many of you are in now; reading review after review on multiple websites. Each review lists many details, many of which are very similar. In all honesty, for most users, the minor details will not matter very much; it's more based on performance, which in this case, is top notch.

I've had this camera for a few months now and I have absolutely zero complaints. My range of subjects differs from senior portraits, going out with my friends, to sporting events, etc. and this camera captures all of them with an ease. There are still elements on the camera that I am attempting to learn but the automatic capturing has been fully self explanatory.

I believe this camera is perfect for people wanting to transition from a point and shoot digital to someone who is looking for a digital SLR. With 10.1 mega pixels, the picture quality is high. The 2.5" screen makes it easy to read and view pictures on a larger scale. There are also some different Picture Styles. This helps a lot when people aren't too computer savvy when attempting to create the perfect picture. You can adjust certain settings on the LCD screen in order to get the right look for your picture.

I've had my Canon Rebel for a couple years now and it takes fabulous pictures. The difference is amazing from basic digital cameras. Highly recommend this camera.

Well, I bought this camera from another store locally to use on a trip to Europe. I should have bought their ridiculous warrantee, though :(. Two days into the trip, it stopped working. I tried cleaning battery leads, the flash leads, the lens leads - EVERYTHING. Still, no worky! Then a couple days later it decided to work again. Came home from the trip - has worked fine for 6 months... then this past week I tried to get a picture of my son and daughter with Santa - the camera decided it was a good time to stop working again!! I bought a new battery from Amazon - I mean, it HAS to be the battery, right? NOPE. Charged the battery, took a couple pictures - all is good, right? WRONG. Went to turn it on this morning and have the same issue - says to recharge the battery and shuts down as soon as I turn it on :(.
Now what am I supposed to take Christmas pictures with? And I am sure Canon CS will just send me back the same lemon after I send it in to them :(. I can always hope that they don't, because I do not believe this is a fixable issue... This camera was to expensive for this problem to happen.

I purchased this camera in April of 2007 and i have been loving it ever since. In terms of SLRs this one is very entry level. It has a lot of different auto modes to chose from but i always shoot in P or "program mode". The reason i gave it 4 stars is because of the lens that comes in the kit with it. The Kit lens is crap! I would recommend buying this camera body only! then buying a good lens. Something more all purpose like an 18-200mm. Just make sure not to lose your eye cup!

First off, I would like to say that this camera is a very, very good camera. I am sure that there are some deffective cameras out there, but that goes for anything else you buy. One bad apple shouldn't ruin the whole bunch. Everyone who is having problems with the slowness of taking pictures, for example, waiting for 60 seconds after taking a few pictures, is mostly because of the memory card that you have in your camera. You need a faster memory card, to produce faster shooting and shooting more images. I have no problems at all. Sometiems I can shoot 30 pictures in a row, and that's not even the fastest card they make. In my opinion, no one should even be shooting that fast, but if they need to, they can. now for the exposure problems indoors. Well, there is no problem in manual mode. If it shoots too dark, then adjust the settings, and fix the problem. Now here again, isn't that what an SLR is for? For manually picking your settings? They can be adjusted within seconds properly manually. Everyone that is having problems with dust, you can clean the sensor off, if you are very careful. Changing lenses with any camera, no matter how careful you are, you will get dust. It's part of the game. And last, everyone getting blurry pictures, it's not the camera. you should know it's the lens. Even going as far back to the old SLR'S, you should know the lens is what makes the camera. Not the body. Look up cannon lenses, and look at all the customer pics, ranging from the 100 dolalr lens, to the 1,500 dollar lenses. You will see the MAJOR difference in the pictures... all because of the lens. So blame it on the lens, not the camera. This camera is always with me, shoots very sharp photos (with the right lens), is very light, fits in my hands perfect, shoots fast, is very reliable, captures color amazingly, and is one of the best cameras out there. Hand's down. No to mention, you can just about do anything possible with it on the manual settings (what it's made for). If you have seen some of the pictures I have taken with this camera, you would think they came from a 2,000 Nikon. Just remember, don't let one bad apple ruin the whole bunch, when 90% of the time, they don't know what they're talkign about.

I am very very happy with the quality and service I received from Cameta Camera.

Bought this for my adult son for Christmas...he is an amateur photographer, and he loves it! It takes beautiful pictures - very clear and crisp.

Great camera, fast shipping and delivery. I found the camera easy to use, takes great pictures.

Very nice camera, the only drawback is that it didn't come with a lens. It worked out because we were able to get a lens we wanted.

bought the Rebel XTI with 2 stabilizer lenses. Everything works as advertised. I am really disappointed in the quality of the pictures. I have a couple other low end cameras that give me a sharper focused picture than the XTI. I live on a hill overlooking a valley with Zion national park on the other side. I love taking pictures of the sunrises over Zion. Both my old Fuji S5000 and my Fuji F30 give me MUCH sharper images. I have had it for about 6 months and a few thousand pictures, so I guess I'll just bite the bullet and start over.

I have owned my Rebel xti for two years now, taking over 20,000 photos. I have had one other digital camera in the past, before using my Canon AE-1 Program for over 20 years. I could not have picked a better camera to upgrade to. It is easy to use. It has all the automatic buttons, for beginners, but if you are more advanced, as I was, it worked like a pro camera. I worked at a race track and took thousands of racing photos, and the camera never let me down. If I had a bad photo, it was because of me, not the camera. I use Canon lenses, which I think are worth the money. I do recommend buying extra batteries and compact flash cards, just for backup. The replacement batteries have a better lifespan than the Canon battery, but all of them hold a charge for a long time. I never ran out of battery when using one fully charged.
I cannot praise this camera enough.

OK, I am not a professional photographer or anything, but this camera is driving me nuts!!! I bought this camera from Amazon about a year ago and I mainly use it to take photos of my 1 yr old daughter. After taking about 20 shots while using the internal flash, the camera starts giving me "busy" errors and I would have to wait about 15 seconds before I can take another shot! I literally have to wait for 15 seconds on EVERY shot after the error appears! As a result, I would miss a lot of great shots of my daughter, because the flash has to recycle itself! I have read different forums online and many other people are getting the same problem, but Canon refuses to admit that there is anything wrong with the camera. I have had many Canon cameras before this and I never have any problems. Even my Canon SD450 point and shot takes photos using the flash and NEVER gives this error. This camera costs a lot more and performs very poorly.

There are over 600 reviews on this camera, and over 90% of them are 4-5 stars. So, why would I add my 2 cents? Because this model is simply one of the best Canon has ever made.
I'll give you three simple reasons why:
1. Value--for the price, this camera is awesome. You can take professional quality photos that look like they were shot with a $4,000 camera. Purchasing this camera leaves room in your wallet for great accessories (especially lenses), books, and maybe even lessons, that will really make your pics stand out. Spend money on accessories and knowledge, not the camera body!
2. Image Quality--I have taken pictures that people thought were done by a professional. Just the other day Walgreens wanted me to produce a copyright release for a picture THAT I TOOK MYSELF. They thought it was professional. I've tested this camera against the 40D and 5D models. Not much difference in image quality, period.
3. Ease of Use--It was not hard to learn how to use the advanced features of this camera. I was snapping decent photos right out of the box. Reading the manual got me photos that were twice as good. Then I bought a couple of books here on Amazon related to the Rebel and digital photography in general, and now people are willing to PAY for pictures that I have taken.

Please don't think I'm writing this review just to brag about myself. My point is this: 10 months ago I couldn't take a decent picture to save my life. Now, photography is a serious hobby that I truly love. I owe this enjoyment to the low price and great quality of the Rebel Xti.

P.S.
For other newbies out there, I'll list three books that will take you a very high level for an amateur. I recommend reading them in this order. "Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi/400D Guide to Digital SLR Photography by David D. Busch," "Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition) by Bryan Peterson," and "The Digital Photography Book by Scott Kelby."

I LOVE THIS CAMERA!!!!!! This has been one of the best presents I have ever bought myself. I have used this camera, over and over and over again, and it has brought me so much joy! The pictures it takes are very amazing, and I am having so much fun with this thing. It has definitely brought out the inner photographer in me and my poor family have become the victims of my shutterbug craze. Absolutely no problems whatsoever with this camera!

I love this camera!!! I noticed many people saying the same in all the comments I read, and after purchasing the camera and using it for the past 3 months I absolutely agree with them all. I LOVE this camera! Its easy to operate (especially for a beginner as myself) and light enough for people transitioning from a point-&-shoot camera. The sensor cleaning is very helpful (particularly when one travels to areas where there are a lot of dirt roads). The software that comes along with the camera kit is also easy to use and a great organizational tool.
Now I need to look for a new lens, the one that comes with the kit does not have a far enough range for me, and you will definitely need more if you travel much.
Cameta Camera was super fast in shipping the camera so a big thumbs up for them.

Here's the deal... Invest in a nice lens, and learn to color balance this camera (buy the DVD that teaches you how to use it).. The things this camera can do is just amazing... and for this price it's a no brainer.... I have had the camera for over 2 years and have never been so happy with a purchase in my life.... LEARN to color balance it with a white card and learn to use the "M" mode and you will never need another camera... They say it's an amatuer camera, but we use it professionally for product shots... It's darn good and that's all there is too it... You could get the Xsi too but for the price this is more of a value... God bless you and God bless America and all of our allies... In GOD we trust!!

This is a great camera, it can do everything you need, even to get your photos published. I now have > 30 photos published in top scientific journals and books. Owned mine for < 1 yr now, it's great!

I have medium size hands and this camera fits nicely. I like the larger fonts and LCD screen, being 58 my eyes need a little help . The settings are easy to find and change. The battery life is great, you can shoot all day long. Using a lens with IS cuts it down a little.

I like all of the adjustments for the picture styles, you can change the contrast, saturation, sharpness or color tone. You can even make your personal settings and save them. For being the cheapest Canon DSLR this is a great camera. I have three Canon digitals the G3, 300D, and 400D and I like them all.

Once you go SlR you'll never go back. I got other point and shoot cameras, but never used them after I bought my SLR canon xti. The other day, I ran out of battery and I tried to used a point and shoot to get some picture of some abandoned kitties I found. Then I realized that once you get used to your SLR, you'll find p&s a nuisance. And let's not get into picture quality and pixels.

Having been in the SLR world back in the 90s, I knew how much control you could have over your imagery, but I forgot just how great and fun it really is. Digital makes it even better. I wanted to give a quick run down of things I really am happy about vs. a point and shoot camera and maybe that will help people make the dive into SLR. The XTi is a really great camera to take that dive with.

Instant shutter release - I can't tell you how many good pictures I probably lost waiting for my Canon Digital Elph (had a SD110 and a SD700IS) to finally take the picture. With the XTi, you press the button and it takes the picture right away. In low light conditions, you might have to wait a second or two, but its still much faster. And with the sports setting, you are more likely to get a sharp image when there is lots of motion. You can take that picture of someone hitting a baseball right when it makes contact.

Multiple pictures per second - This is the frames per second rating. Not only does it take the picture fast, you can take a few pictures in a second. This allows you to just hold down the shutter release button and snap away, allowing you to ensure that you get action shots at the right moment. Recently I took my daughter to the zoo and took a picture of her feeding a giraffe. Because I was able to take multiple pictures per second, I was able to capture all the right moments of the event. I've actually taken this feature to the extreme by making some time lapse videos using 6000 frames of 4 fps pictures taken in 1.5 hours.

Quality of image - The 2nd picture I ever took with this camera was one of the best pictures I've ever taken of my daughter. And I was just playing around. Colors look better, lighting looks better. Its not about megapixels, its about lens quality.

Settings wheel - Having the wheel on top to control the settings of the camera is invaluable. You can instantly change between a portrait shot and a sports shot, macro and landscape, etc. On Point and shoot cameras, this often involves navigating a menu, which is time consuming and prevents or discourages you from taking certain types of pictures.

Lens can be changed - This is probably the most obvious feature. You know those great close up pictures of birds, flowers, insects and stuff? Those weren't taken with digital zoom, they used a real zoom lens. The difference in quality is enormous and digital zoom is a poor substitute for having a real 300mm lens. This camera doesn't come with a 300mm lens, but can buy a cheap 70mm-300mm Canon lens for a couple hundred dollars and take much better pictures than on any point and shoot camera.

Accessories - There is a whole world of accessories that are geared towards SLR cameras, you really don't know it until you start looking. So far I've bought a 70-300mm zoom lens, a UV filter, a polarizing filter, IR remote trigger and a remote timer.

Some things to be mindful of:

Get a UV protective filter to protect your lens. They are only like $10.

The screen is not a viewfinder - I didn't realize this either until after I bought it, but I understand why this is the case, you want to be looking through the lens. Honestly, this isn't as big of an issue as you might think it is. You still get to review your pictures on the screen and there is lots of helpful information about your settings.

Learn about photography - As great as this camera is, pictures still don't compose and take themselves, you should learn at least the basics of good photography. You don't have to spend a fortune or take a lot of time either, you can just get a short and small book that explains things like depth of field, composition, etc.

I owned this camera for more than one year, it can't do a good focus at Av or Tv mode, I have to shot almost all my pictures at P mode (it has good focus at P mode). Even I use the same Aperture give by P mode to shot the same picture in Av mode, it still can't give me a clear picture. Very disappointing.

I like this product. It is a good camera. Getting new lenses is def. the way to go.

This is an older version in the Digital Rebel family, and it is a great purchase considering its much discounted price. It does not have a "live LCD screen" (meaning you have to look through the viewfinder), but the picture pops up right after you take it. This saves on battery life anyway, so I think that's fine. It has all the basic settings you would look for in this type of camera. If you're just an amateur photographer (like me) and don't need a fancy high-end camera, then this is a very smart buy.

If you don't have this kind of a camera already, make sure you know what kind of memory card and battery to buy as accessories. Also make sure you know that if you are buying just the "body" that you need to get a lens separately.

I had an older Digital Canon, which I enjoyed a lot. This camera was given to me as a gift from a group of friends and I fell in love with Canon again. I have used most of the major brands, digitals and 35mms, and this camera is a good for those wanting a upscale from the point and click into semi-pro equipment. It's fairly user friendly, just have to get us to the Canon set up. I recommend if you haven't used this type of camera, non-point and shoot, go to your local camera store and try one out. You won't regret it!