Canon EOS Rebel X Film Camera

The Rebel X is a very lightweight, feature packed camera. Like other EOS series cameras, this can very easily be used in 'full auto' mode - where the camera can easily be used as a "Point & Shoot" camera. But this 35mm camera & lens combo produce MUCH better results than most P&S cameras, AND this one has the ability to add all sorts of lenses, as well as filters, powerful flash units, etc.

While the "full Auto" mode makes it VERY easy to take nice photos, I also like the ability to select shutter speeds and/or aperture size. I can choose a fast shutter speed to stop action (or a slow speed to show 'movement', eg: blurred streams) and the camera sets the corresponding aperture for proper exposure. I can also choose 'aperture' mode to set that, which determines depth of field - to either blur out the background (when it might be distracting) or to keep background details in focus, when it's important or adds to my photo). All of the setting are VERY easy to use and figure out.

The one thing to consider - this model does NOT have a built in flash (there are LOTS of Canon EOS models that DO offer this feature) I use this camera mostly outdoors, and the light weight and compact size make it easy to carry in a backpack or 'waist' bag while hiking around. For indoor use, you will need to add a flash, but I found that pretty much any 'accessory' flash is a lot nicer than the built in flash offered on most models. So, when I need the flash, I carry it, when I don't I save the weight of toting one around.

All in all, this is an excellent camera, and with the proliferation of digital cameras, these nice, 35mm film cameras are a real bargain! For what it's worth, I also have a digital, but the photos from this cameras are superior in most ways, and I don't have to mess with printing. For me, developing film & getting prints is less expensive and WAY less hassle than printing at home. (inks & paper get expensive!)

Plus, I frequently get CD's of my photos when I get the film processed (I usually use Costco or Wal-Mart because they're convenient, but most places offer a CD of your photos for $2-5/roll) The CD images are handy for e-mailing and posting on web sites... and for just a few $$s, I save myself the hassle of scanning!

Back to the camera - if you want a VERY capable, versatile, lightweight camera which is super easy to use, the Canon EOS series are great! And, this camera also makes it very easy (& intuitive) when you want to get more creative, and take control of the exposure settings. Plus... the Rebel X can be found pretty cheap! :-)

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