Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi 10.1 Megapixel

Before I write a review, first let me run a short history of Digital Rebel series since some of you may not know much about Canon DSLR.

As some of you already know, Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi(AKA EOS 400D) is 3rd generation of Digital Rebel series. First one was introduced back in August of 2003 and it had 6 mega pixels with sub $1000 price tag.

Last year, on February 2005 they brought Digital Rebel XT with 8 mega pixel which was an excellent upgrade to 1st generation camera with extra pixels, instant up time, faster image process with Digic II image processor, increased buffer, E-TTL II Flash to name a few.

Canon Digital Rebel XTi(I personally like 400D name better though) is the 3rd version of Digital Rebel and it's got some cool features that you might want to consider when purchasing. I've listed 10 best here.

1. 10 mega pixel CMOS sensor with improved micro-lens array, and lower noise.
2. EOS Integrated Cleaning System ++++ GOOOOOOD ++++
- Anti-static coatings on sensor surfaces
- Separate low pass filter with ultra-sonic vibration
- Software based dust mapping and removal
3. Nine point Auto Focus sensor (Same as its big brother EOS 30D)
4. Continuous shooting burst up to 27 JPEG and 10 RAW images. (up from 20 & 6)
5. Bright 2.5" LCD monitor with 160° viewing angles (Horizontal & Vertical)
6. Camera settings and adjustment on LCD monitor
7. New viewfinder view includes 9 AF points as well as EOS 30D style status bar
8. Improved user interface
9. Improved print/share/direct print features
10. Lower introductory list price

The most exciting feature on XTi is probably the Integrated Cleaning System. No matter how careful you use your camera, eventually the dust will make its way into your sensor somehow. I'm sure you've had same situation where dust got into the sensor and had to find a way to clean it off without damaging the sensor. If you shoot a white paper that covers entire screen and if you see small blurred dark spots here and there - THAT'S THE DUST ON THE SENSOR. It appears to be not noticeable when shooting textured, busy scene, but it definitely shows when shooting solid color such as clear blue sky or white backdrop. I had same issue and I've tried blowing can-air several times, but it only removed a few and sometimes created more dusts. ARRRRR!!

This New cleaning system is a heaven's call. To fight the dust problem, Canon has done these to address this issue.

1. Used materials in the mirror box and shutter chamber which are less likely to generate dust.
2. Improved the body cap, again to not generate dust.
3. Used anti-static coating on the sensor surface.
4. Created a new separated anti-alias filter which vibrates to shake off dust.
5. Added a Dust Delete Data(DDD) feature which can map stubborn dust to be removed in software.

I believe this feature is going to be present on all future Canon EOS lines from now on.

My review space is almost out, so I'll make final comments.

The XTi in my opinion is a very good entry camera and if you are thinking of upgrading point-n-shoot camera or from 1st generation Digital Rebel, I'd recommend this camera without any hesitation. Current XT users might want to wait for the upcoming 30D upgrade. XTi is great for Amateur, Semi-pro, or even some of the pros out there and as Pro myself, I am thinking to purchase this camera for back up/2nd camera to my 5D. Price you should expect is between $850~$900. Good luck and Happy Shooting!!!

It's the bomb love the camera fast shipping. Lookinf forward to using it more than i have had time to. but works great.

thanks so much!! great product. canon makes the best camera's on the face of the planet. ebayers can look for this product for fun and great pictures

This camera will turn the average Joe into a true professional in just a few hours.I love this camera and I highly recommend the Canon XTi to anyone looking for a new digital camera.

Stop shopping now and purchase the Canon XTi camera.

Tony Fontecchio

like the cannon, great camera, shipping was slow but good deal. Would buy again but change the shipper. Really fast excellent quality camera. everyone loves using it.

Great product, the camera itself. Easy to use and handle, nice. The camera neede to get started, won't regret the camera

Awesome, easy, great Quality, and user friendly. What a steal! The 3 different ways to adjust lighting are easy to figure out, the IOS, Shutter Speed and the APerture. Especially, do I like the black, brown and White pictures. They make great pictures for couples and for photos of one person. Canon Wins again...

I really do like this camera it has great picture quality and takes the pictures so quickly one after another it catches expressions otherwise missed. Soon after receiving this camera i took family pictures of my inlaws and those pictures turned out great. It even started to rain and the camera still performed well. The only thing that caught me off guard, which should've been expected was the flash recharge. Of Course I would take 30 pics in a row within a 30 second time span, so it would seem logical that the camera would need to recharge the flash for about 5 to 10 seconds. I also wish the zoom was a little bit better with this lens but that is to be expected when buying the camera you get a "stock" lens and you can upgrade to another lens separately. Overall AWESOME!!!!Especially if you are to be a beginning photographer.

You know, I have no right to diminish the rating on this fine camera, with SO many loving it. It's just that after 5 years of using my diminutive Coolpix 5000, and now my Coolpix 8700...I am simply more used to the smaller, lighter camera. It may even be a little more 'procedural' to set up for a given white balance, and manual setting, which I like to do,...but I am in control of the exposure - usually a smidgeon underexposed, but certainly perfectly balanced white balance, which I personally like doing often. But mainly, it's the lightness and smaller size in my hand I like about the Nikon. And this of course is purely a personal like or dislike. I'm sure this Canon suits most others, and probably surpasses mine in ease of use. So take all this with a grain of salt. It's almost like asking if you prefer Donizetti over Rossini...not an easy question to answer at all for those who admire both of these composers.

I have to give it to them... they strive for excellence in customer service. I left feedback that I wasnt happy with the shipping cost and they quickly called me back to rectify the sitiuation. I dont say this often if at all but... "I'm Impressed!"

Great camera. excellent resolution as expected from Canon. Enlargements are crisp and art quality. Highly recommended for the serious photographer and amateur alike.

The digital camera I purchased was exactly as advertised. I saved $50.00 over all other places I looked and I got extras. The extras were of good quality, better than expected for nothing. The ad was easy to follow so I knew what I was getting. I have a great camera, great lenses, and didn't get ripped.

I was SO excited when I received my Canon Digital. My husband said I was like a child at Christmas-time! I got my camera just in time to take it with me to my first Photography Class. The camera makes even a beginner like me, seem like a pro! You just aim & click. I took it to a child's water play birthday party & snapped away. We then went in the house & plugged my camera into the TV & viewed the pictures. Everyone was really impressed with the sharp pictures and still pictures of splash in motion! WOW! I even got an offer to take outside family pictures. I love my new Canon & I know you will too!

Really like the package deal. Super for intermediates. Fast + Safe delivery. A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

I am very pleased with camera. It takes pictures faster, clearer, and its light weight. I was expecting the camera to have a delay like all the other digitals that I had before. There is a delay but it's like half a second and you are able to turn it off! The clarity of the photos are remarkable! I have done two birthday parties, school photos, and a wedding. Every client has been very pleased with the photo clarity. In the stock photo the camera does look bulky and possibly heavy. I was taking a risk on my purchase. It is very light, considering. and its not that bulky. I have small hands, not as the average female. I am able to hold the camera with no problems, and I am able to do my work quickly. Its a great camera and the additional gear I got with it, is very helpful as well. If you purchase the camera make sure you get a guide, it is very self explainable. And it gave me some great tips I never knew to do! I am very pleased!

My first SLR camera canon film rebel XT is a great camera for beginners who are interested in shooting fabulous pictures from a single-reflex camera. The canon digital rebel XTi is a step ahead with all the latest technology to help beginners to hone their photography skills. I would definitely recommend a canon digital rebel XTi over a Nikon D80. Anyone can see how canon digital rebel XTi is better than Nikon D80 for beginners through a simple google search. If you consider yourself a beginner in photography and have interest in becoming an SLR user (rather than point-and-shoot camera user) then canon digital rebel XTi is the way to go.

I have been wanting a digital SLR for some time now and this was just absolutely perfect. Shipping was just within 5 days time with everything promised!

Thank you!

good to deal with, communication is not good, fast delivery. My complaint is that the bad communication, when you call them to confirm the order, the custom representative always ask you to buy this and buy that.

Have always wanted a SLR camera and this one was not only digital but can be used as an auto focus camera, so that someone like me with no training can point and shoot while also taking good pictures. Have not found anything I don’t like about this camera. Found this camera at Costco for alot more money, this is a great buy.

Everything came as ordered. Thanks for the great camera. Fast shipping. Just got home from vacation with awesome pictures.

very nice camera,,,,,, have been wanting a digital cam for some years, have a non-dig SLR,,,,,,,,good dialogue with seller Thanks

little bit of a jingle from inside when you move it but aesthetically in perfect shape with good function.

I'm not a camera-expert. I am a great photographer, but all the F stops are hard for me to figure out sometimes. This camera is awesome -- let me get right into taking pictures, opening on my computer etc. I plan to learn everything I can do with it eventually, but for now it's just as easy as could be.

The Canon EOS Digital Rebel with the 10.1 Megapixel is a Mega mode camera!
This is a huge upgrade from the regular pocket digital camera, and has a fantastic array of features including some of the old time ones from the old SLR's. You get to personalize each photo by choosing certain features (f-stop variables), plus the pop-up flash covers in case you need the extra light but don't want to pack in a flash set up (which this camera has the option for, to be used for professional shots). The pic's are crystal clear thanks to the 10.1 megapixels and the color detail is stunning.
Haven't found any negative things to report, but do suggest the up-grade to a five hour battery (camera comes with a standard 20 minute charge battery), because you won't want to put this baby down!!
Take the time to learn about this camera (unlike the last one you bought), it will only give you better pictures in the end, and a better handle on what all this camera can do.
I bought several lenses with this, and suggest you consider the wide angle on top of the standard lense.
Extra lenses are an expensive proposition, so consider getting them in a package deal if possible.

Excellent buy. Now I just need to figure out how to use all the features. Liked the package deals. Thanks