Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi / 450D DSLR - Canon Digital Cameras

The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi / 450D digital SLR features 12.2-megapixel on a 22.2 x 14.8 mm CMOS image sensor. Though outwardly similar to the Digital Rebel XTi / 400D that it is replacing, this digital SLR is much improved with Canon's decision to finally equip it with the features photo enthusiasts require in a DSLR.

In fact, Canon has taken a number of high-end functions and technology from its professional DSLR models and incorporated them into the XSi:

Though still using a Pentamirror, the viewfinder is larger. There is also an extra large 3.0-in. LCD with a high 230,000 pixels resolution and a wide 170° viewing angle. The larger LCD screen displays larger and more legible text fonts. It also now features Live View, which makes the transition from point-and-shoot (P&S) digital cameras easier. There are two AF modes:

Maximum brightness of the LCD is about 30% brighter. A Display-Off sensor automatically turns the LCD monitor off whenever the camera is at the photographe’s eye. For those occasions when pin-point sharpness is required, 5x and 10x magnification allows precise manual focusing using Live View.

Startup times is near instantaneous, autofocus is fast and shutter lag is minimal. Continuous shooting is 3.5fps (max. of 45 large/fine JPEGs or 6 RAW files).

Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System is comprised of three parts to ensure as dust-free a sensor as possible:

Those upgrading from the XT1 / 400D should note that the EOS Rebel XSi now uses SD and SDHC Memory cards (instead of Compact Flash card) and a new high-capacity LP-E5 lithium ion battery pack for longer life.

The XSi is constructed of a rugged and lightweight combination of stainless steel and polycarbonate embedded with glass fiber. It is fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses, as well as EX-series Speedlites, an optional Battery Grip (takes 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E5 batteries), and remote control and viewfinder accessories.

The EOS XSi / 450D is available in body-only configuration or, for only US $100 more, in a lens kit version which includes everything in the body-only kit plus the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens. Choose silver or black finishes.

The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi / 450D should appeal to serious photographers making the jump into DSLR photography; it provides all the pro features they require at an entry-level price tag.

TIPA Award: The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi / 450 landed a 2008 TIPA Award as "Best D-SLR Advanced."

Note: Note: All the specifications above are based on Canon's Standard Test Method.
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