Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)
Ideal for a wide range of photographers from first-time digital SLR users to veteran photo enthusiasts, the new Canon EOS Rebel XS camera is designed to embody what you have come to expect from the EOS Rebel series -- a fast, non-intimidating, lightweight, easy-to-use camera that produces excellent images and starts emerging photographers off on the right foot. Immediately, photographers will take notice of the camera's Optical Image Stabilized kit lens for crisp focus, compensating for camera shake from unsteady hands or a moving vehicle. The new Rebel model also incorporates Canon's DIGIC III image processor, 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, Live View, Auto Lighting Optimizer, 7-point wide-area autofocus (AF) sensor and 3.0 frames per second continuous JPEG burst rate where the number of consecutive shots in a burst is only limited by the capacity of the flash memory card in the camera.
Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) Accessories
 Transcend 8GB SDHC CARD (SD 2.0 SPD Class 6)
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Transcend 16GB SDHC CARD (SD 2.0 SPD CLASS 6) with Compact Card Reader
Transcend TS4GSDHC6 4GB SDHC SD 2.0 SPD Class 6 Card
Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras
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Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras (Black with Greenish Accent)
Tiffen 58mm UV Protection Filter
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Sandisk Ultra II SDHC 4GB SD Memory Card (SDSDH-4096, BULK Static Pack, No Reader)
Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) Reviews
Picture quality is good and as I continue to work with it I feel that it will grow on me. I know light weight is what people look for but to me this camera feels very cheap. I have had this camera for a couple months and I can finally say that I am getting the hang of it. I am not overly excited about it and still find myself grabbing my little aim an shoot for snap shots around the house.
The versatility, fairly easy to follow instructions, and quality of image are all welcomed. I am most happy with the camera. can hardly wait to get the 70-200mm IS telephoto lense (when I can afford it).
I know nothing really about photography but I like the size and weight of this camera. I am definitely a novice who just got tired of using compact pocket type digital cameras and getting bad pictures (usually due to the shutter delay). but I may need to tweak it a bit as the images are huge (3MB+). I am sure as I get better with photography I may start to notice deficiencies but in the meanwhile I am happy with my purchase. Quality of the images are amazing (well I think they are). Some reviews suggest it is too expensive for its features but for me the size, weight and supports SD memory were very important.
I primarily use the automatic functions, and it is a breeze to get amazing photos. I have owned this camera since 2004, so I find the earlier review, written in 2008, which suggests this camera isn't sending folks flocking to the stores, a little strange. A favorite subject of mine is flowers, and this camera does an amazing job on those as well. I am an avid amateur photographer with more of an interest in the composition of the picture than in exposure settings and such, and I have found this camera to be wonderful in every way. Anyway, after four years, I needed a new battery, and found myself checking out the newest options for a moment, and thought I'd review my reliable old friend.
After four years, the two batteries I have had since the beginning are finally failing, and I have had a few minor problems during battery malfunctions. The flocks are probably looking for newer models. Other than that, the camera is durable, has traveled the world, taken thousands upon thousands of photos, around the world, and of my precious children at home. This camera is fast, quiet, and the photos are outstanding. I couldn't be happier with this camera, and can only hope it will give me another four years, or more.
3-point. You've probably seen many lists comparing the XS to the XSi, and noticed the shortcomings, which are too numerous for $100. Both are 10mp, but the Canon is a CMOS sensor, that should produce a tad better photos in poor lighting conditions. However, compared to some of the competition, it's not all bad.
Why. Take as an example the Nikon D60. However, on the good front, speaking with a Canon Sales Rep, he has told me to expect the gap between the XSi and XS to quickly go to $200, which is a more realistic valuation, and would probably warranty another star, as the XS is really a very nice camera. You also get a 7-point AF system vs. But as most people have said, the XSi is a 5-star camera worth $200 extra; therefore, the price of the XS needs to reflect that reality. When the price drops, they'll be equally good values.
We are now seeing a real first.the first Digital EOS that hasn't got people flocking to the stores. Compared to the Sony Alpha 300, it's hard pay $100 premium, considering the Alpha has in camera stabalization, supports wireless flashes (with built-in flash) and has a 2.7" tiltable live-view. But the Canon kit lens is better optically, and the build quality appears to be slightly better on the XS. Price, and a lack of anything "innovative".
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