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Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.6 stars
(based on 16 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Easy to use(14), Fast / accurate auto-focus(10), Fast shutter speed(9), Good image quality(12), High ISO performance(5)
Best Uses:
Landscape/scenery(9), Low light(5), Sports/action(7), Travel(11), Weddings(6)
Describe Yourself:
Casual photographer(5), Photo enthusiast(10)
Was this a gift?:
No(3)
 
After 1 year of working with the XSi
By iamsville from Maryland on 6/2/2011
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Continuous shooting, Custom menufeature, Dioptic view finder, Fast Auto focus, Image stabilization, Interchangeable lenses, Low-light shooting, Manual focus, Manual saturation, Manual sharpness
What do you do with your digital images?:
Display on digital picture frame, Email to friends and family, Print using a home printer, Print using an in-store photo service via kiosk or live person, Save to disk, Use in professional publications
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
9
Ease of Operation:
8
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
8
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
7
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
8
Overall Experience:
9
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I first thought the autofocus feature didn't work very well with the Tamron 2.8 and Tokina 11-16 2.8 lenses I purchased for this camera. Finally, after a year of random focusing, then switching to manual focus, I read the manual! Setting the auto focus function so that it uses the center cross point corrected all of my troubles! For all of my lenses, the focus is fast and sure. The 2.8 lenses no longer hunt. The lens drive pins and locks super sharp. VERY happy now.
Color is superb. Reds are not over cooked. Battery life is exceptional. I sometimes forget I need to charge it! Good software that and allows some tweaking in RAW mode. Still need to play around a bit with the depth of field view feature (switch) as I haven't found it very useful. Guess I'll read about that next!

 
Superb camera
By Pat from Incline Village, NV on 5/8/2011
Pros:
Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Cons:
Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

Excellent camera. easy to use menu on screen, switching between settings is a breeze. Excellent action shots it sport mode. Durable. Good battery life, cannot say enough about it. [...]

 
Great Camera but get an external flash
By ANCORAVerified Purchaser from Indianapolis, IN on 1/13/2011
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD, Quiet, Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons:
Poor In Low Light
Best Uses:
Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
Yes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

The standard lighting on the flash is not powerful enough. I recommend purchasing an external flash for this camera if you're going to be doing outdoor photography. other than that it's a great camera.

 
Great Camera, Great Buy
By Matt from New York, NY on 9/18/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Large Clear LCD, Quiet
Cons:
Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

After 2 years and thousands of photos I still love my STi as much as the day I bought it. I plan on buying another one, as most of the new Canon's come with Video and I'm strictly a still photographer.

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Great camera
By CrissyVerified Purchaser from Knoxville, TN on 5/11/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Cons:
Poor In Low Light
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I use this camera for portrait work in natural light, and I find the image quality to be great! Sometimes it gets "busy" when I am continuously shooting, but that's really the only problem I've had with it. I am very happy otherwise. I also like how light it is.

 
First DSLR
By RadmanVerified Purchaser from Exton, PA on 4/24/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD, Quiet
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I'm very pleased with the performance of the camera and lens (Canon 18-135) combo I purchased. A few of features I've found particularly fun to play with are the burst action shooting (used this during skiing/boarding), multiple image shots with timer (so I don't have to get up and down to take several shots) and automatic bracketing.

 
great first DSLR.
By m.Verified Purchaser from washington state. on 4/18/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Good Image Quality, Large Clear LCD
Best Uses:
Everything
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

this is a great first DSLR camera body. canon is my preferred brand and this body only increases my brand loyalty. i skipped the kit lens and opted for the 50mm f/1.8 which has suited my needs and my photography style very well.

 
Canon XSi
By Clarence the WorriorVerified Purchaser from Honolulu, HI on 4/12/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Quiet
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I use the Canon XSi for varies events and am pleased with the quality of my photos. The only drawback is it is hard to see the images on the LCD on a sunny day.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good bang for the buck
By Frank the UnderwriterVerified Purchaser from NYC on 2/21/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Macro Photography, Sports/Action, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

Excellent, relatively compact and lightweight DSLR, consumer model so not especially robust but should last for years with reasonable care. Very easy to use with most buttons readly accessible. Picture quality with decent lens very good. Very good battery life even with using camera outdoors around freezing.

 
good buy
By ggVerified Purchaser from new bedford ma on 2/21/2010
Pros:
Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

does what I bought it for

 
Great product at a great price
By Ed the skipperVerified Purchaser from Jax, fl on 1/25/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD, Quiet
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Macro Photography, Travel, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I am just a weekend photographer. I love my new xsi. It is used but it looks brand new. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another used product from adorama.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Really great camera
By KVerified Purchaser from Canada on 1/12/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Large Clear LCD
Best Uses:
Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

Really great camera for getting those action shots.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great travel camera
By EveVerified Reviewer from Tasmania, Australia on 12/22/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Cons:
Not for action
Best Uses:
Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Travel, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

This is my first DSLR. Have had several film SLR's in the past and having been waiting for the prices to drop and the issues to be ironed out. In the meantime I've been using an Olympus compact point and shoot. So far I love the 450D/Rebel XSi. I've been using it for nearly 2 months with the EFS 18-135 IS lens and the images are turning out great. Fantastic image quality, of a weight that can be taken places (think travel), and quick to autofocus. I wouldn't recommend it for fast action shots with a frame rate of only 3.5FPS but for everything else its sweet. If you want a DSLR that you actually take places rather than leave at home, gives you excellent images at a reasonable price then the 450D is your camera. I'd only spend the extra money on the 500D/Rebel XTi if you care about movie mode and a slightly higher resolution. Otherwise save the cash and put the money towards another lens.

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Camera
By Chuck from Dallas, TX on 11/4/2009
Pros:
Bright LCD, Great Image Quality
Best Uses:
Fun, Landscape, Portraits, Sports, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

My first digital SLR. Had been watching them since the 10d came out and waiting for the prices to drop. Used three digital point and shoots in the meantime, including a canon S5. I could get some nice looking shots with those cameras but the SLR is in a different league. Use of interchangeable lenses dramatically increases low light capabilities and speed of taking and recording pictures when time counts. Of course the lenses can be expensive but you can start with one and add more later. The cost of this SLR is no more than the cost of many p&s's now.
I found quality Tamron lenses to work as well on the camera as Canon's own lenses also. I have used the canon 50mm 1.4, 100mm 2.0, 70-200mm 4.0L, 20-35mm 2.8L, 28-135mm IS, and the tamron 28-75mm 2.8
I found the external battery pack to make the camera much more comfortable. My pinky finger didn't have a place to rest before it and now vertical pictures are much easier also. The extra battery can save you on a day of heavy picture taking such as sporting events.
Resolution is high enough to allow a lot of cropping and included DPP software is pretty powerful.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Love it
By SmokeyVerified Purchaser from WI on 9/3/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Fun
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

I've had several Canons before but this is my first Rebel, I love that is is easy to use.

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Excellent
By TobyVerified Purchaser from Niagara Falls,NY on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Easy to Use, Excellent in Low Light, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Battery Life, Good sized screen, Great Resolution, Great Zoom, Nice Features and Settings
Best Uses:
Everyday Photos, Home, Outdoors, Portraits, Sports/Action, Travel, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Digital Rebel XSi SLR Camera Body, 12.2 Megapixels, 3" LCD Monitor, Black:

Perfect replacement for my film camera.

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