The absolute standard for "pro-sumer" DSLR!
This Camera is simply a standout. At 12.1 mp there isn't a non-pro camera that can keep up. The only thing better than this is full-frame pro cameras and that is a different desired way of shooting. Functionally, there is nothing flawed at all with this camera.
- The screen and menu options are outstanding
- I love the placement and functionality of the ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed button
- Easy to understand visuals for manual shooting in both screen and in viewfinder
- Nice trigger rest and dial
- Grip is a little 'big' as noted by others but not worth dropping a star
So far, pictures with a kit and EF 17-40L lens have been amazing. Colors better than the real thing.
I've played with a D60 and similar 10mp next-best competitors and they just aren't there. Just around the corner these guys are going to have to break the 12mp and 9+ point AF system to be competitive.
With the body price moving every closer to $500 why get anything else. In fact, why even get a point and shoot?
As an aside, the battery is very common and not expensive if you buy an off-brand. You can avoid a battery grip altogether by spending $25 for 2 more drop in batteries.
The only downside: this thing kicks so much a** with Canon lenses on it you're going to quickly want to spend 2-3x the camera cost on sexy lenses!
Great Camera
Amazon offered the best price overall, w/free shipping & quick delivery. We have owned several digital cameras. We have a large family and two small grandchildren. We enjoy picture taking at every event. This camera is incredible and delivers phenomenal pictures! really great purchase all around, product & website, thanks amazon!
Amazing Camera
I made the jump from a point and shoot to an SLR. I wanted something where I could take pictures at car races and the like that is just beyond the point and shoot range. I'm not a pro and don't have the budget or the justification for that kind of equipment but I like quality pictures and wanted to get the biggest bang for my buck. I researched everything out there and settled on the Rebel XSi. At 12 MP, the photos can be blown up to poster size and not look pixelated. I'm happy with an 8x10 glossy so that ought to do.
Out of the box, it was a little confusing until I set down with the camera and the book. In short order, I was taking pictures...No, I was creating art. Man, what a difference from the point and shoot! This thing takes unbelieveable pictures. The detail is fantastic. There is no doubt in my mind I made the right camera choice. The camera is advanced enough for a pro but has auto setting so it becomes a fancy point and shoot with the bonus of vivid, sharp, detailed photos.
I really don't have anything negative to say about the camera. Any time something didn't work right, I found it to be "operator error". As I am still learning, when the shot really matters I put it in a program mode and it works every time. Other times, I find myself playing with the settings and coming up with some interesting stuff. When it doesn't work, hey, it's digital...delete it!
Discount Canon Digital Rebel XSi
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L On Sale
Discount Nikon D90
No comments:
Post a Comment