A Review On The New Canon Rebel XTi

The Digital Rebel XTi, the newer version of the Digital Rebel XT, looks like its predecessor in some ways.  It offers a 10.1-megapixel sensor, bigger eye-friendly LCD screen, and many new features.  Tiny body molding changes in the XTi maybe makes a difference in the ergonomics of the camera ; depending on your hand size, you'll find the XTi comfy or unbalanced and cramped.

Two of the most significant changes from the XT are readily apparent on the back of the unit : the LCD screen is a bigger 2.5 inches, and the dedicated standing LCD is missing ; instead the XTi uses the main LCD as the standing display.  The camera automatically turns on or deactivates the LCD screen as your eye moves to or away from the viewfinder.  In addition, the newer version shows flash exposure lock and white balancing in its viewfinder's standing bar. 

The imperative shooting functions are easily accessible thru the four-way buttons and LCD screen on the back of the camera.  Program shift, exposure compensation, exposure lock, drive mode, and focus-point selection all have dedicated buttons.

The menus are easier and better to navigate than with the XT.  Additionally, the Picture Styles feature has been added, offering predefined image parameter sets for shooting in particular scenarios.  For example, the Portrait style provides settings appropriate for reproducing skin tones.

Several features from the previous 2 versions of the Digital Rebel have been added or enhanced.  The auto rotate During Playback mode permits users to magnify and pan around the image that appears immediately after shooting.  Users can view the histogram display in luminance ( lightness ), RGB or monochrome.  And users have new long-exposure noise-reduction options. 

The XTi has a 10.1-megapixel sensor, upgraded from the XT's 8-megapixel. 

The Xti features a triple self-cleaning sensor system.  First, the sensor has an antistatic, dust-repelling coating.  Second, a clear component in front of the sensor vibrates ultrasonically when the camera is turned on or off, to shake off dust.  Third, users can create'dust referencea' shot that allows the digital removal of dust spots during later editing.

Users have versatile lens options, as this camera will accept all Canon EF and EF-S line lenses, which include everything from ultra-wide-angle to super-telephoto functions.  The unit is also compatible with EX-Series Speedlite flashes.

This camera has a tendency to retail in the $500 to $800 range.

Features and specifications include.

Camera Type:  SLR/professional
Image Sensor:  CMOS
Dimensions:  3.71” high x 4.98” wide x 2.56” deep
Weight:  1.12 lbs
Exposure Speed:  3 frames per second
Shutter Speed:  30 – 1/4000 second
White Balance:  Auto, Manual, Daylight / Sunny (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Fluorescent (Preset), Tungsten (Preset), Shade (Preset), Flash (Preset), Color Temperature Adjust
Flash Type:  Built-in and External
Flash Functions:  Flash Off, Auto Flash, Red-eye Reduction, Manual
ISO Speeds:  Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Image Resolutions:  3888 x 2592, 2816 x 1880, 1936 x 1288
Microphone:  no built-in microphone
Self-Timer:  10 seconds
Interface:  USB 2.0
Video Interface:  video out
Focus Type:  auto and manual
Lenses:  Interchangeable
Power Type:  NB-2LH
Power Duration:  360 Images
Memory Type:  CompactFlash Card, Types I and II
LCD Screen Resolution:  230,000 pixels
Viewfinder:  Optical (Through the lens)

Users generally give this camera enthusiastic reviews.  Users who are transitioning from point-and-shoot cameras give the XTi particularly great reviews, quoting the great picture standard and simplicity of use.  Some users lament the lack of an inborn anti-shake feature, and although lenses are available with this feature, they're high-priced.  Possible purchasers, especially those transitioning from point-and-shoot cameras, should remember that fully realizing the potential of this and similar cameras does need purchasing multiple lenses, the selection being not especially simple or cheap.  That having been claimed, there's not much buyer-remorse for those that do wish to speculate in this camera and the lenses suitable to their photographic goals.

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