Canon Digital Rebel XT 8MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 Lens (Silver)

This camera was my first DSLR & it turned into my springboard into photography as a near addiction. Though Canon has rapidly expanded its entry-level EOS line, this is still a great camera 2 seek out as its price is falling pretty rapidly.

The obvious downside 2 buying this camera is that its screen is much smaller than just about any LCD screen currently on the market. Its a good screen, though, & be sure 2 check your histograms regardless of camera.

8MP is a fine pixel count, there is more 2 a good picture than the the number of pixels on the sensor, & if you shoot in raw you will be able 2 get decent sized prints, if you print at all (I rarely do). Even the "large JPEG" mode is great 4 smaller prints like 4x6/5x7 prints.

What this camera's low price allows you 2 do is spend more money 2 get the good lenses & other equipment that you will use well beyond the life of one camera (hopefully). Yes, the APS-C sized sensor creates that 'crop factor' but it is workable & there is a wide range of compatible lenses designed 4 Canon's EOS line. In addition, I would recommend picking up the 430EX flash, as your indoor photography will greatly improve with something better than the pop-up flash.

I have been very satisfied with the results & it is a great way 2 get started in DSLR photography, which is a different experience from point & shoot cameras. If you are unsure about what your shooting demands are, or whether you even want 2 pursue photography more as a hobby, the Rebel XT is great camera.

Been using this as my primary still camera 4 the last 2 years. At that time, it was the best selling entry level digital SLR camera. A sub-500$ with an 8 megapixel resolution. Uses CF card. It is an entry level camera but is considered quite an excellent performer in many levels.
It comes with a battery & a sleek compact charger. It uses the well known Digic II image processor. 7-point AF.


Pros:
- Very fast start-up time & shutter lag is almost negligeable
- Image quality is close 2 the more expensive EOS 20D. Color rendition & low-noise
- Lighter & smaller than its predecessor
- Can shoot RAW format
- Burst. 14 frames at 3 frames a second
- Impressive long battery life.

Cons:
- Cannot shoot using the LCD panel. You always have 2 use the viewfinder. LCD is 4 menu & playback only.
- Supplied lens is very basic. No image stabilizer. Slow.
- No movie capability

Seller was very helpful & great 2 work with. Product was in the condition stated in description. No complaints

I bought this camera used & am happily snapping away with a prime lense from a Rebel 2,ooo.

The pictures are great. Also, the experience with shipping & product representation were good. Thanks

I love this camera. Great 4 the family 2 take great quality photos. Very easy 2 use.

Want high digital-camera performance in an SLR format? For convenience, ease of use & no-compromise SLR performance, look no further than the EOS Digital Rebel XT. Featuring Canon's Digital Trinity 8.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor, Canon's own DIGIC II Image Processor & compatibility with over 50 EF Lenses the new Digital Rebel XT has an all new lightweight & compact body, improved performance across the board & the easiest operation in its class, simplifying complex tasks & ensuring a perfect shot every time. With intuitive simplicity, powerful performance & unprecedented affordability, the Rebel XT is 4 everyone. File Size - JPEG - (1) Large/Fine - Approx. 3.3 MB (3456 x 2304), (2) Large/Normal - Approx. 1.7 MB (3456 x 2304), (3) Medium/Fine - Approx. 2.0 MB (2496 x 1664), (4) Medium/Normal Approx. 1.0 MB (2496 x 1664), (5) Small/Fine - Approx. 1.2 MB (1728 x 1152), (6) Small/Normal - Approx. 0.6 MB (1728 x 1152); RAW - Approx. 8.3 MB (3456 x 2304) USB 2.0 HighSpeed Interface (maximum speeds vary) Exposure Control Systems - Program AE (shiftable), Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Automatic Depth-of Field AE, Full Auto, Programmed Image Control modes (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, Flash Off), E-TTL II Autoflash Program AE, & Manual Focusing Modes - One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF (Automatically selects One-Shot AF or AI Servo AF selected according 2 shooting mode), Manual Focusing (MF) Auto pop-up, retractable, built-in electronic-flash in the pentaprism (shoe available 4 adding optional Canon Speedlite Electronic-Flash) 10-Second Self-timer PictBridge & Canon DirectPrint compatible 1.8 LCD Viewscreen - Any of the following 15 languages can be selected - English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Italian, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean, Russian, & Japanese Dimensions (W x H x

For an uncompromising mix of ease of use, affordability & outstanding features, look no further than the Canon Digital Rebel XT. Featuring an 8.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor, Canon's DIGIC II Image Processor, & compatibility with over 50 EF Lenses, this digital SLR offers outstanding performance 4 both the serious photographer & the weekend photographer who just wants 2 take great pictures.

All controls & displays are right where you need them.

The camera is compatible with over 50 EF lenses. View larger.

CompactFlash card slot.

Easy-to-navigate menus.

For starters, the Rebel XT delivers 3,456 x 2,304-pixel images 4 images of 13x19 inches & larger. The camera features variable ISO -- 100, 200, 400, 800 & 1,600 settings -- & supports all Canon EOS series lenses. An optical viewfinder provides detailed information such as diopter adjustment & depth-of-field preview, while the 1.8-inch TFT LCD view finder offers a wealth of additional information as well as several playback features, including thumbnail view & zooming 2 10x magnification. Backlit with five level settings 4 brightness, the viewfinder is easy 2 read in dark environments.

While the Rebel XT is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup -- ranging from ultra-wide-angle 2 super-telephoto lenses --, the camera includes the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. This 18-55mm is a standard zoom designed exclusively 4 the Digital Rebel & features optimized coating 2 minimize ghost images & flare.

If action photography is your specialty, the Rebel XT offers a continuous shooting mode that captures as many as 14 images as fast as three frames per second (with shutter speeds of 1/250 second or faster.) The camera offers a shutter speed range from 1/4,000 2 30 seconds, & a bulb x-sync at 1/200 seconds. Best of all, it features an ultra-fast 0.2 seconds startup time, a shutter release lag of 100 milliseconds, & viewfinder blackout time of 175 milliseconds -- all of which means that you'll always be on top of the action.

Despite its wealth of advanced features, the Rebel XT is also one of the easiest, & most user-friendly digital SLRs you'll find anywhere. Its compact design -- 4.98 x 3.71 x 2.63 inches (W x H x D) -- & weight (less than two pounds) means that the camera body will fit snugly in your hands. The EOS Digital Rebel XT has a newly developed high-precision seven-point autofocus (AF) system 4 speedy & accurate focusing in any situation. You can easily choose your own point of focus or direct the camera 2 choose it automatically. You can even use predictive AF 2 ensure that moving subjects stay focused while you compose your shot. With a built-in dioptric adjustment mechanism & a new precision matte screen, achieving sharp focus is fast & easy with the Rebel XT, no matter where or when you're taking pictures.

A number of additional automatic setting & shooting modes -- including Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, & Flash Off -- allows you 2 concentrate on your subject & leave the camera 2 sort out the details. A redeye reduction via a built-in illuminator keeps your face shots on track, & USB 2.0 connectivity 4 both PC & Macintosh lets you upload your images with ease & without the need 4 additional software. The camera also supports direct printing with PictBridge compatible printers. In short, the Rebel XT is the ideal digital SLR choice 4 both the serious photographer who demands the ultimate in high-quality features, as well as the weekend picture taker who demands the ultimate in affordability & convenience.