Digital Home Thoughts: Canon EOS Rebel XSi Digital SLR

"Canon U.S.A., Inc.'s EOS Rebel series of digital single lens reflex cameras – the cameras that defined and refined what it means to be an "entry level" digital SLR – have now redefined the gateway prowess and "pro-ness" of the DSLR category with the introduction of the line's new leader, the 12.2-megapixel EOS Rebel XSi camera. Incorporating a number of high-end functions and technology found in Canon's professional SLR models, the EOS Rebel XSi camera boasts an improved autofocus sensor, enhanced 14-bit A/D conversion, an advanced Live View function, and the proprietary DIGIC III image processor. When paired with any of the more than 60 compatible Canon EF and EF-S lenses, including optically image stabilized EF-S lenses like the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS – now included in the EOS Rebel XSi kit – or the new EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS, the EOS Rebel XSi DSLR delivers images that will delight and inspire family and friends at an entry level price tag."

We talked about the new Canon EOS XSi briefly yesterday. Here is a more in-depth story on the feature set and specifications of the brand new addition specially targeted at the prosumers of the world. Canon has upgraded the XTi in almost every category, really. The battery life is quite amazing - about 500 shots on a single charge. It will be available to users in April or so. One interesting thing to keep in mind is that this camera will not use CF cards (which is quite a departure from Canon's EOS line of products), instead it supports SD/SDHC cards.