Canon Digital Rebel XSI 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Silver)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon Digital Rebel XSI 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Silver)
Customer Review: great first DSLR
Summary: 5 Stars
this is my first DSLR and it is awesome. i'm still learning to use it but the pictures i have taken you cannot accomplish with just a snap and shoot. i Love this camera and buying it on amazon saved me over $100.00!! came very quickly and in 1 piece. =)Customer Review: does the job
Summary: 4 Stars
After a lot of research, customer satisfaction posts, reviews, etc I decided on this camera. I am a typical middle class working stiff. I can afford what I can, and wanted a quality camera for a modest price. This is it. Takes great photos with really good battery life. The image stabilizer feature is worth its weight in gold. Its not a miracle worker, but really helps on the "camera shake" that you get with some shots.
But it should be noted that no camera can take great pictures without the "taker" practicing. While the little "purse" camera is almost idiot proof, this one is not. You have to play with it and enjoy it. It doesn't use film, has a warranty, and a ton of settings, so why not experiment with it. I take the same photo with a dozen different settings and then see what the photos look like. Practice makes perfect, and it doesn't cost you a penny to do it.
There are some great books printed for this particular camera that are a must. Check the reviews here on Amazon and make your choices.
As you will find out by checking the various sites, there are accessories that will cost you thousands of dollars if you get carried away. My suggestion is "stick to the basics".
And one more VERY important aspect to picture taking. "A great photo is in the eyes of the beholder".
The "pro" photographer that lectures for an hour about everything that was done wrong when he looks at a photo taken, may be telling that to a person that thinks the photo looks "perfect".
Great camera with a lot of settings to get you in the ball park.
Customer Review: Great Camera
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a great camera. We are very happy with the image quality and speed of pictures. Our first camera's display stopped working after 3 days but Amazon's great customer service had a new one in our hands within 5 days. So far the replacement works flawlessly.
This is a fantastic tool that will take some learning if you're new to DSLR's but I'm anxious to master the full benefits of ownership.
Customer Review: almost perfect
Summary: 5 Stars
I do not know how to use many of the features besides AUTO so I cannot speak to that. I hope to learn how to use all of those features.
I am disappointed that the camera does not have a video feature for short video clips.
I am also disappointed that you must use the viewfinder to take pictures on auto and it doesn't show on the nice big screen!
Otherwise, it takes beautiful photos and I look forward to learning how to use all the manual features.
Customer Review: ARMY Strong
Summary: 5 Stars
I had this camera sent to me while on deployment to Afghanistan. I understand Amazon.com's policy on sending electronics over seas so I had to have it mailed home to the states so the wife could sent it to me from there. I was using a small Canon "point and shoot" which was great for taking out on patrols, but I needed something more for back on base, capturing the mountains and the beautiful skyline the way I see them. There's only so much you can manipulate manually on a "point and shoot". I'll be attending a photography class when I return home and the Canon XSI allows me to become more camera savvy in preparation for school. I LOVE this thing! Anyone who wants to get into photography professionally or just as a hobby, I HIGHLY recommend one of Canon's Rebel line. They have one to fit your shooting style no matter what it is. Three other soldiers in this (very small) base have a Canon Rebel of some kind and they agree, GO CANON REBEL!