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Description
Canons new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and youll experience true digital inspiration!

Features
- 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with improved noise reduction
- Body only; lenses sold separately
- Enhanced Live View shooting includes Face Detection Live mode
- New Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction setting; HDMI output
- Capture images to Compact Flash Type I or II memory cards (not included)

Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit

Features
- 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
- Kit includes 3x 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
- 2.5-inch LCD with three display options; built-in flash and hot shoe
- Fast startup with instant shutter response; shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second
- Powered by one rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL9 (included); stores images on SD memory cards (memory card not included)

Technical Details
Image Resolution: 3008x2000 pixels
Image Resolution: 2,256 x 1,496
Image Resolution: 1,504 x 1,000
Storage Media: Secure Digital
Storage Media: SDHC
Compressed Format: DPOF
Compressed Format: EXIF 2.21
Compressed Format: Compliant DCF 2.0
Focal Length: 1.5 times lens focal length
Focus Mode: Single Area AF
Focus Mode: Dynamic Area AF
Focus Mode: Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority
Optical Viewfinder: Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach mirror type
LCD Monitor: 2.5-inches

Reviews :
Wonderful Camera

This camera takes great photos you just point and shoot and it takes care of the rest.

I love this item

This Camera is wonderful it takes awesome pictures and the pictures print out great as well they really capture the moment. "a picture you can hold is way more powerful than a picture you can only see"

Great Camera!

You never know what you are going to get when you purchase something used. Plus, some people lie. But I was amazed at the kindness of my seller and the almost perfectly new-ness of the camera I ordered from her. It was still in the original box and came with lots of extra goodies for it. I'm not even sure if she's actually used it. It was shipped and received here days before I was even expecting it. I was quite happy. Camera works great for someone who doesn't know the technical side to photography---which is me. I wanted it mostly for my Africa mission trip this summer, but I have been playing with it already and am loving it. The only thing i miss is that there is no video on it---and I like to take short video clips.

Canon Digital Rebel XSI 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Silver)

Features
- 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
- Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
- DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and - framing rate
- EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
- Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Sensor: 12.2 Megapixel
Image Resolution: 4272 x 2848
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG, RAW
Focus Mode: Manual focus
Focus Mode: One-shot AF
Focus Mode: AI Focus AF
Focus Mode: AI Servo AF
Optical Viewfinder: Eye-level pentamirror
LCD Monitor: 3.0-inches
LCD Coverage: 95%
Shutter Speed: 1/60 - 1/4000 sec.
Light Metering Method: Evaluative
Light Metering Method: Partial metering
Light Metering Method: Spot Metering
Light Metering Method: Center-Weighted Metering

Reviews :
Big Things Come in Small Packages

I have to say, I am totally and utterly in love with my camera. I bought this beauty in Feb of this year (2009). I bought it along with a couple of lenses and a speedlight. It is very easy to learn on. The camera takes wonderful photo's. Any issues have been totally user related. That camera does exactly what it is told to do. The software it comes with is easy to use. What more can I say, I just LOVE it!

GREAT!
First DSLR. Coming from a AE-1 Program to the XSi. Could not be happier... Easy to use and included lens good enough to take most pictures of family, pets, parties. Would recommend to anyone looking for plenty of options and great quality pictures.

Canon Leads, Nikon, Others in the Industry Follow
Canon has come a long way since it first turned the DSLR, the consumer digital version of 35 mm cameras, on it's ear about a half a decade ago. While competitors like Nikon and others have attempted to keep up, equal, or top Canon with a slightly better feature here or there, Canon still leads, the the industry follows. So the question when buying is this, do you want to buy the leader, or are you just a follower. Myself, personally, am not into imitation, and I've tried some of the other units including Nikon DSLRs, which their images always look hard, cold, and slightly off. Sony comes to bat with a lower entry price but not as much support sadly or features, Olympus as well. There's others of course, but really there's Canon and then everyone else.

I like this camera, a lot, but have to deduct a half point as it's quality is even cheaper than the original 300D (Rebel XT), the plastics make it feel very toy-like. The other half a point is this camera has quite possibly the loudest shutter ever, next to perhaps those cameras that make the supposed shutter closing sound effect turned up to 11. I've shot with other consumer-grade Canon and Nikons that are much more quiet than this, it's really uncalled for on Canon's part. Perhaps their shutters are made of the same cheap plastic they're using for their cases. The 450D (XSi) is so loud, it borders on frustratingly annoying. Don't use this camera for even slightly hushed performances or places where some degree of silence is required, you'll only irk people. If shooting in even remotely quiet places requires no disturbance you may need to upgrade to a 5D or some such to retain the Canon quality edge and a quieter shutter.

Nikon D90 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

Features
- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS imaging sensor
- Body only; lenses sold separately
- D-Movie Mode; Cinematic 24fps HD with sound
- 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Color: Black
Image sensor format: DX
Image sensor type: CMOS
Sensor size: 15.8 x 23.6mm
Total pixels: 12.9 megapixels

Effective pixels: 12.3 megapixels
Image area (DX format): Large: 4288 x 2848; medium: 3216 x 2136; small: 2144 x 1424

LCD monitor size: 3 inches diagonal

Monitor resolution: 920,000 pixels

Expanded ISO sensitivity options: Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV; Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Storage media: SD, SDHC

Storage system: JPEG: JPEG-baseline compliant, can be selected from size priority and optimal quality; AVI

Exposure compensation: +/-5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 1

Movie modes: HD 1280 x 720 at 24 fps, VGA 640 x 424 at 24 fps, QVGA 320 x 216 at 24 fps

White balance: Sun, shade, fluorescent, incandescent, flash, preset, ...

Autofocus system: Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including 1 cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range of approximately 0.5 to 3 meters)

Built-in flash: Yes

Battery type: Rechargeable lithium-ion

Tripod socket: 1/4-20
Supplied software: Software Suite CD-ROM
Item width: 5.2 inches
Item height: 4.1 inches
Item depth: 3.0 inches
Item weight: 22 ounces

Reviews :
D300/D90 are fantastic .... from a long time Canon shooter
I'm a long time Canon shooter, about 20 years actually. I decided to go "to the dark side" a few months ago due to ongoing quality control problems w/ Canon. I recently purchased a D300, D90, Sigma 150 macro, Nikon 16-85 VR and Nikon 70-300 VR to replace my Canon 1D Mark II, 40D and assorted lenses. The D300 is by far the best camera I think I've ever used and the D90 is almost as good. While the D90 doesn't have the weather sealed build or AF system of the D300, it is still built very well and also has a nice accurate AF system. I'd say the D90 offers 80% of what the D300 does at a much better price point for most people. Even the kit lens for the D90 is better than I expected, though I do wish it had a metal mount instead of plastic. Nice job Nikon. The only thing I miss from the Canon line-up is their pro-quality F4L lineup (17-40, 24-105, 70-200) but the above mentioned Nikon consumer glass comes very very close to the quality of the Canon pro glass at a fraction of the cost so I'm not complaining.

Nikon D90

This camera is the best camera I have ever owned. It was everything I expected and even more. I would recommend this camera to anyone interested in improving their photography and adding a whole new level to it.

amazing...

This is a wonderful camera... I owned (and still own) a nikon D50 which I will use as a backup. My wife no longer needs to put on her glasses when I take a picture and show her on the 3 inch (incredible resolution) screen. I cant go on and on like other people about cameras, all I can say is I am not disappointed in this product. I bought it for the camera itself I have not taken any HD video with it... that was never my intent. Its like a "nice backup" if i ever need it. My only regret? Buying a camera that has anything to do with any association with Aston Kutcher... This camera has allot more talent than he has.

Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit

Features
- 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
- Kit includes 3x 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
- 2.5-inch LCD with three display options; built-in flash and hot shoe
- Fast startup with instant shutter response; shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second
- Powered by one rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL9 (included); stores images on SD memory cards (memory card not included)

Technical Details
Image Resolution: 3008x2000 pixels
Image Resolution: 2,256 x 1,496
Image Resolution: 1,504 x 1,000
Storage Media: Secure Digital
Storage Media: SDHC
Compressed Format: DPOF
Compressed Format: EXIF 2.21
Compressed Format: Compliant DCF 2.0
Focal Length: 1.5 times lens focal length
Focus Mode: Single Area AF
Focus Mode: Dynamic Area AF
Focus Mode: Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority
Optical Viewfinder: Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach mirror type
LCD Monitor: 2.5-inches

Reviews :
Wonderful Camera
This camera takes great photos you just point and shoot and it takes care of the rest.

I love this item

This Camera is wonderful it takes awesome pictures and the pictures print out great as well they really capture the moment.

"a picture you can hold is way more powerful than a picture you can only see"

Great Camera!

You never know what you are going to get when you purchase something used. Plus, some people lie. But I was amazed at the kindness of my seller and the almost perfectly new-ness of the camera I ordered from her. It was still in the original box and came with lots of extra goodies for it. I'm not even sure if she's actually used it. It was shipped and received here days before I was even expecting it. I was quite happy. Camera works great for someone who doesn't know the technical side to photography---which is me. I wanted it mostly for my Africa mission trip this summer, but I have been playing with it already and am loving it. The only thing i miss is that there is no video on it---and I like to take short video clips.

Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)

Features
- 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
- Large 2.5-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
- DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; Live View Function
- EOS Integrated Cleaning system and Canon-designed Self Cleaning Sensor Unit, plus Dust
- Delete Data Detection in included software
- Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Color: Black
Type: Digital, single-lens reflex AF/AE camera with built-in flash
Recording media: SD memory card, SDHC memory card
Image sensor size: 22.2 x 14.8 mm
Compatible lenses: Canon EF (including EF-S lenses); 35mm-equivalent focal length is approximately 1.6x the lens focal length
Image sensor: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor
Effective pixels: Approximately 10.10 megapixels
Total pixels: Approximately 10.5 megapixels
Aspect ratio: 3:2
Color filter system: RGB primary color filters
Dust deletion filter: Yes
Image type: JPEG, RAW (12-bit Canon original), RAW+JPEG
File size: Large/fine: approximately 3.8 MB (3,888 x 2,592 pixels); large/normal: approximately 2.0 MB (3,888 x 2,592 pixels); medium/fine: approximately 2.3 MB (2,816 x 1,880 pixels); medium/normal: approximately 1.2 MB (2,816 x 1,880 pixels); small/fine: approximately 1.3 MB (1,936 x 1,288 pixels); small/normal: approximately 0.8 MB (1,936 x 1,288 pixels); RAW: approximately 9.8 MB (3,888 x 2,592 pixels)
Picture style: Standard, portrait, landscape, neutral, faithful, monochrome, user-defined 1-3
Auto white balance: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten, white fluorescent light, flash, custom
Viewfinder type: Eye-level pentamirror
Viewfinder coverage: Approximately 95 percent vertical/horizontal
Magnification: Approximately 0.81x (-1m with 50mm lens at infinity)
Focusing screen: Fixed, precision matte
Autofocus type: TTL secondary image registration, phase detection
Metering range: EV 0.5 to 18
Focusing modes: One-shot AF, AI servo AF, AI focus AF, manual focusing (MF)
AF-assist beam: Small series of flashes fired by built-in flash
ISO speed: Basic Zone modes: ISO 100 to 800, set automatically; Creative Zone modes: ISO 100 to 1,600 (in one-stop increments)
Shutter speeds: 1/4,000 second to 30 seconds, bulb, X-sync at 1/200 seconds (total shutter speed range; available range varies by shooting mode)
Shutter release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release
Self-timer: 10-second or 2-second delay, or 10-second delay plus continuous shooting
Remote control: Remote switch RS-60E3
Flash type: Retractable, auto popup
Flash metering: E-TTL II autoflash
Guide number: 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet)
Recycling time: Approximately 3 seconds
Flash-ready indicator: Flash-ready icon lights in viewfinder
Continuous shooting speed: Approximately 3 shots per second (single shots possible)
Focusing: Manual, autofocus (quick mode, live mode)
LCD monitor type: TFT color liquid-crystal display
Monitor size: 2.5 inches
Dots: Approximately 230,000
Coverage: Approximately 100 percent (170-degree viewing angle)
Direct image transfer: Yes, with JPEG and RAW images
Interface: USB 2.0 high speed, video out (NTSC/PAL selectable)
Battery: LP-E5 battery pack (AC power is available with optional ACK-E5 AC adapter kit)
Item width: 4.96 inches
Item height: 3.8 inches
Item depth: 2.4 inches
Weight: 15.9 ounces

Reviews :
great entry-level DSLR

I've had my canon XS for about a month, and I'm in love with it. I upgraded from a Canon point-and-shoot after becoming more serious about photography. I researched for quite a while, and I found that while the XSi seemed to be the best choice for a first DSLR, the price difference didn't make the jump seem worth it. (I'm a poor college student and I wanted/needed a camera for a class, so I didn't have a lot of money to save up.) One of my flatmates and another friend both have canon XSi's that I've played around with, and I can honestly say that I'm just as pleased with mine. The other reviews make extensive notes on the features, so I won't bother with that, but I will say the only drawback (well, to any canon product) is the software. If you have a Mac, don't bother using it and import through iPhoto.

Great entry dSLR

This is the first camera I've used that is a dSLR and I'm really enjoying it. If you've never used this kind of camera before, then I'd recommend getting a book on dSLR cameras to really begin to understand how it works. However, I love this camera. The images are crisp and it's a definite step forward as far photography goes.

Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)

Features
- 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
- Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
- DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
- EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
- Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Brand Name: Canon
Model: XSI Kit
Optical Sensor Resolution: 12.2 MP
optical_sensor_technology: CMOS
Optical zoom: 3 x
maximum_aperture_range: F/3.5-5.6
Minimum focal length: 18 millimeters
Maximum focal length: 55 millimeters
Lens Type: Zoom lens
optical_sensor_size: 14.8 x 22.2mm
Included Flash Type: Pop-up flash
Display Size: 3 inches
light_sensitivity: ISO 100-1600, ISO auto (100-800)
Image types: JPEG, RAW
Shooting Modes: Close-up, Landscape, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Night portrait
Exposure Control Type: Landscape, Portrait mode, Close-up, Night portrait, Sports mode
Viewfinder Type: Optical
Width: 5.1 inches
Depth: 2.4 inches
Height: 3.8 inches
Weight: 1.1 pounds

Reviews :
Big Things Come in Small Packages
I have to say, I am totally and utterly in love with my camera. I bought this beauty in Feb of this year (2009). I bought it along with a couple of lenses and a speedlight. It is very easy to learn on. The camera takes wonderful photo's. Any issues have been totally user related. That camera does exactly what it is told to do. The software it comes with is easy to use. What more can I say, I just LOVE it!

GREAT!
First DSLR. Coming from a AE-1 Program to the XSi. Could not be happier... Easy to use and included lens good enough to take most pictures of family, pets, parties. Would recommend to anyone looking for plenty of options and great quality pictures.

Canon Leads, Nikon, Others in the Industry Follow
Canon has come a long way since it first turned the DSLR, the consumer digital version of 35 mm cameras, on it's ear about a half a decade ago. While competitors like Nikon and others have attempted to keep up, equal, or top Canon with a slightly better feature here or there, Canon still leads, the the industry follows. So the question when buying is this, do you want to buy the leader, or are you just a follower. Myself, personally, am not into imitation, and I've tried some of the other units including Nikon DSLRs, which their images always look hard, cold, and slightly off. Sony comes to bat with a lower entry price but not as much support sadly or features, Olympus as well. There's others of course, but really there's Canon and then everyone else.

I like this camera, a lot, but have to deduct a half point as it's quality is even cheaper than the original 300D (Rebel XT), the plastics make it feel very toy-like. The other half a point is this camera has quite possibly the loudest shutter ever, next to perhaps those cameras that make the supposed shutter closing sound effect turned up to 11. I've shot with other consumer-grade Canon and Nikons that are much more quiet than this, it's really uncalled for on Canon's part. Perhaps their shutters are made of the same cheap plastic they're using for their cases. The 450D (XSi) is so loud, it borders on frustratingly annoying. Don't use this camera for even slightly hushed performances or places where some degree of silence is required, you'll only irk people. If shooting in even remotely quiet places requires no disturbance you may need to upgrade to a 5D or some such to retain the Canon quality edge and a quieter shutter.

Despite this and removing a star, it has most if not many the features the higher prosumer level cameras have no blurring the line further between the $1K+ set and the sub $1K set of choices. In terms of bang for the buck, you're not going to get anything better. Besides, the true testament to taking good shots is in your glass, so if you're taking the route of investing in lenses and skimping a bit on the camera body, this is the camera for you! The images are stunning, no doubt about, it's almost hard, other than perhaps upping their body quality and shutter quality, what Canon could do better with the Rebel series, but I'm sure Canon will figure something out, and all the other poor imitations out there (Nikon, et. al.) will continue to play catch up.