Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
 | Average Customer Rating: Recommend For stunning photography with point-and-shoot ease, look no further than Canon's EOS Rebel XSi. The EOS Rebel XSi brings staggering technological innovation to the masses. It features Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a 12.2-megapixel CMOS Sensor. The EOS Rebel XSi's refined, ergonomic design includes a 3.0-inch LCD monitor, compatibility with SD and SDHC memory cards and accessories… Product details and pricing info |
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225 Customer Reviews Posted
- WONDERFUL CAMERA
- the camera did not come when it was supposed to come but, when it finally arrived... it was great!!! I LOVE THIS CAMERA!!! I THINK AS A WHOLE THAT CANNON ARE THE BEST CAMERAS OUT THERE,AND EVERYONE SHOULD GET ONE!!
- 2008-10-24, 0 of 4 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Very satisfied but still learning
- I just switched from point and shoot to DSLR and am very happy with the XSI. It's great that you can get it from day one and start shooting in full auto and then learn to use all the other features and learn to really take pictures. The learning curve is not a steep as a thought it would be but it is continuous, meaning that there is always more to learn and additional interesting things to do with the camera. Now I just got to figure out lenses...
- 2008-10-24, 1 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Be aware of potential issues
- I purchased this camera as an update to an earlier mid-range ultrazoom I had - which was also a Canon. I have been a Canon fan for quite a while. My daughter had bought an earlier version of the digital Rebel and loved it, and convinced me it was time to upgrade.
On the first day I got the camera, I shot a few pictures and then transferred to a 75-300 lens I bought together with the camera and shot a few more pictures. After about the 3rd shot, the camera froze up. I shut it down and restarted it, and it took off fine. Over the next couple of weeks, it started to happen more and more frequently, and I could see an ERR99 on the back display, or in the viewfinder. I went online and found out this had been an issue not only with this Rebel but earlier versions as well. Recommendations said that it was an issue with contacts on the lens, and to try an eraser on the contacts. Initially this seemed to work, but within a few days I had to try taking the battery out as well. Eventually the camera totally locked up. I sent the camera to Canon under warranty and they have returned it - in perfect working condition. Several days in now, and no return of the problem - but they did not say what the issue was and there was no further information to be had. I am happy because it is working fine now, but I of course wonder about a repeat issue after the camera is out of warranty. I was impressed with their turn around time - they had the camera back to me in just a little over a week after I sent it out, and overnighted back when it was finished. It does take very good pictures - but an IS lens really improves everything - the original lens works great, but the zoom lens doesn't have the IS feature. It's ok, but it's not great.
Overall, I think anyone upgrading to this midrange SLR digital will be happy - but be aware there are some issues with them and I haven't read anything from Canon to indicate the nature of the problem, or how they resolve it. - 2008-10-23, 4 of 5 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- super canon
- this camera is freaking awesome.but {notice}:the lens that comes with it is good for starting but very limited depending on the things you are going to be getting into. weddings, sports, etc... you'll need to make sure to be ready to buy the necessary accessories for the camera. because the camera is really amazing and extremely user friendly for those slower than most. but you won't be able to utilize the camera's fullest potential without better lenses. great buy though!!
- 2008-10-22, 0 of 0 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- Great camera, great value.
- I bought this camera to use on my honeymoon and I was not disappointed. The resolution on the photos is great. The colors are true, even on the crazy blue of Crater Lake, and the low light performance is really good.
I have noticed a little vignetting with the kit lens, bit nothing to worry about. I'm sure that if I wanted to spend a bundle on lenses the camera would take great advantage of them.
Overall, I'm really happy with the Rebel XSi. - 2008-10-20, 1 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
