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Canon - EOS Digital Rebel XS 10.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(242 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 242 reviews
5 Stars
189
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
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1 Star
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95%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Canon - EOS Digital Rebel XS 10.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera - Black
Customer Rating
4
Best Camera I have ever owned
on October 28, 2010
Posted by: Dan
from Michigan
I have had this camera for about 1 and 1/2 years. I have yet to take a bad picture with this camera. I especially love the sport mode setting. I used this function on a vacation to Florida and Cherry Festival in Traverse City Michigan at the air show featuring the Blue Angels. For the Florida sport mode shot,it was used for a musket demostration at the fort in St. Augustine. The camera was able to capture the complete firing sequence with no distortion. For the air show, sport mode captured many passes of the Blue Angels going through their manouvers. Loved how the auto focus functioned flawlessy while holding the shutter button down for the series of shots it took. Nothing whatsoever as of now has disappointed me in any way. Have taken close to 7000 pics with this camera and I am impressed that i have yet had to use any kind of photoshop or editing programs for my photos. I just just say enough about this camera.
Cons: wish it had an option for live view in auto mode.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
A great step up
on February 28, 2009
Posted by: Digi Cam
from Newington, CT
I have owned (and produced some of my best photo work) with the Canon PowerShot S50. It has been my work horse for about 5 years. This was my first expierence with digital.
The only problem was the lack of lens flexability.
This past December I decided that it was time to step up to a DSLR. After much research into other Mfg's, and a limited budget, I decided to go with the Canon EOS REBEL XS, with the optional 75-300 lens.
This camera has exceded my expections. I am an outdoor nature lover and take many landscape and wildlife pictures.
The ability to quick change from the 55 mm to the 300mm, and still have auto focus, has given me some pictures that I might have missed. e.g. A LYNX that stayed for 2 days prowling our back yard for an easy meal, to the winter birds that feed at our many feeders.
I love the live view feature. This lets me preset my pix, the camera is tripod mounted, so that I'm ready for that moment. A plus plus feature.
I also like the light weight of the camera. Easy to carry but yet it still has, looks, and feels rugged.
The design and looks of this camera makes me look like a professional. Taking pictures at my Grandsons basketball game, a parent wanted to know if I was from a local newspaper and if they could get pictures.
I can't get over the battery life. I compare this to my S50. I had bought a second battery for that camera because of the short life. I think I've only charged it once in 2 1/2 months, and I've shot a lot of pixs.
The large LCD monitor is also a plus for instant review of pix.
The only problem was the lack of lens flexability.
This past December I decided that it was time to step up to a DSLR. After much research into other Mfg's, and a limited budget, I decided to go with the Canon EOS REBEL XS, with the optional 75-300 lens.
This camera has exceded my expections. I am an outdoor nature lover and take many landscape and wildlife pictures.
The ability to quick change from the 55 mm to the 300mm, and still have auto focus, has given me some pictures that I might have missed. e.g. A LYNX that stayed for 2 days prowling our back yard for an easy meal, to the winter birds that feed at our many feeders.
I love the live view feature. This lets me preset my pix, the camera is tripod mounted, so that I'm ready for that moment. A plus plus feature.
I also like the light weight of the camera. Easy to carry but yet it still has, looks, and feels rugged.
The design and looks of this camera makes me look like a professional. Taking pictures at my Grandsons basketball game, a parent wanted to know if I was from a local newspaper and if they could get pictures.
I can't get over the battery life. I compare this to my S50. I had bought a second battery for that camera because of the short life. I think I've only charged it once in 2 1/2 months, and I've shot a lot of pixs.
The large LCD monitor is also a plus for instant review of pix.
I like the idea of a camera that offers full auto for the snap shots at birthday partys etc., to full manual for a composed picture. This camera will make a novice look like a pro., and at the same time will not destroy your bank account.
For me the only down side of this camera is the SD card. It just might be me, but I like the sturdy feeling of the compact flash card. They are also much eaiser to insert in the various card reader devices.
At this time I'm basing the quality and longevity of this camera on my experience of the Powershot S50 and the name Canon. Time will tell, but I hope it will be a long marriage
I have already recommended this camer to many of my friends whom are also contemplating a new camera.
I would recommend this camera to any one who is serious about photography.
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life
Cons: compact flash card would have been a better choice
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Wonderful First dSLR
on September 8, 2009
Posted by: Aryuu
from WV
Simply put, this camera helped me grow. Its simple, user-friendly features were easy to use, and being a beginner, I didn't notice any missing features. A more experienced photographer probably would have expected a few more features, but being a beginner I am content in my ignorance.
As other reviewers have mentioned, the camera is quite noisy. I feel like a distraction during performances, sacrificing stage action and waiting to snap a picture while the audience is cheering. Also, while not as light as say, a point and shoot, the camera does feel as if it has a certain fragility. I am almost certain that if I were to drop it even a short distance, it would damage it.
I have owned this camera for about seven months now and taken thousands of pictures. Still, I can count on both hands how many times I've charged the battery. Maybe I got lucky.
Overall, I am very satisfied with this camera. I would definitely recommend it to another beginning, or even a serious amateur.
As other reviewers have mentioned, the camera is quite noisy. I feel like a distraction during performances, sacrificing stage action and waiting to snap a picture while the audience is cheering. Also, while not as light as say, a point and shoot, the camera does feel as if it has a certain fragility. I am almost certain that if I were to drop it even a short distance, it would damage it.
I have owned this camera for about seven months now and taken thousands of pictures. Still, I can count on both hands how many times I've charged the battery. Maybe I got lucky.
Overall, I am very satisfied with this camera. I would definitely recommend it to another beginning, or even a serious amateur.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life
Cons: Poor build quality, noisy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Switched from Other Brand
on May 26, 2009
Posted by: 79 242GT
from Stratford, CT
I've used another major brand since 1973 and thought they were the best film cameras, but when I looked at DSLRs, this one just felt better. For me, it is a great value with features like live view, simple to use on auto but plenty of manual options, and a surprisingly good built-in flash. Point and shoot owners would be amazed at the difference in the results with this camera, and the price is not much more. Also, I thought AA batteries were best, but this camera changed my mind.
Pros: excellent image quality, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, good battery life, great value, adequate flash, live view
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
great, but needs more accessories
on July 13, 2009
Posted by: j
I'm a student and have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of this camera versus my previous point and shoot canon (although even that one was pretty pleasing). I'm continually impressed with the breathtaking images i have been able to create with the rebel xs. the battery life is amazing! i can shoot over 200 photos with flash and still have almost half of my battery life left. It also charges pretty quickly.
the one thing i would appreciate is for the company to produce a wireless remote that is compatible with the xs. the only other remote you have that will work with my camera is one with a cable that is only two feet long. i need a wireless one for the photography i am interested in (self portraiture).
Thank You!
Pros: excellent image quality, Simple controls/menu, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life
Cons: lack of accessories
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Excellent Camera
on December 31, 2010
Posted by: Hawkeye
Absolutely love this camera. Picture quality always a great thing. I never have any issues with it. The battery life will last for days. I bought this camera primarily because I like to take photos of family events. Took this camera with me on vacation to New York, easy to travel with. The shots from the Empire State Building down to the rest of the city was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend this camera to a friend/family member.
Pros: good battery life, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
Cons: Slow Start-up time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Very Pleased
on September 20, 2009
Posted by: aguyindurham
from Durham, NC
I bought this camera to capture my one year old boy. It works great as a "point and shoot" in auto mode for my wife, and lets me tinker with settings as much as I want.
It's fast, and with the addition of the 430EX, captures great photos both indoor and out.
The performance speaks for itself. In about a month, I've shot 2000 photos on two battery charges.
For a "starter" DSLR, I can't imagine what features I'd need in a more expensive camera. Great buy.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, quiet, Quick Start-up time, good battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great and Affordable
on March 18, 2009
Posted by: Earl
from Doylestown, PA
The only problem I have had with this camera is the lack of a spot metering system. my cat is black, and the camera always shows him as a silhouette.
Pros: Superior build quality, excellent image quality, quiet, Quick Start-up time, Solid Operation, easy to use, Lightweight/Portable, amazing battery
Cons: no spot metering
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com