At A Glance

The Rebel Xsi provides a strong range of capabilities, but it may cost more money than entry-level buyers want to spend

Manufacturer’s Description

New Technology for Outstanding Images. Outstanding Image Quality: New Canon 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC III Image Processor, 14-bit conversion for smooth tone, gradations, extensive noise reduction technology, and new Auto Optimization for superior highlight-shadow control. Canon's CMOS sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range, and offers the most pixels in its class. It offers many of the same new technologies to maximize each pixel's light gathering efficiency that were first seen with the professional EOS-1D Mark III model. It's an APS-C size sensor , and there's an effective 1.6x increase in the lens's marked focal length when attached. Canon's DIGIC III Image Processor dramatically enhances image quality and speeds up all camera operations for intuitive operation. It works in concert with the EOS Rebel XSi's sensor to achieve unprecedented levels of performance in all lighting situations.

The Specs

Display
Display size 3.0 inches
Viewfinder Optical
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Ports and Connections
Available Interfaces
  • No
  • Remote Terminal
  • USB
  • Video - Out (Unspecified)
Power
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 5.1 inches
Depth 3.8 inches
Height 2.4 inches
Weight 1.6125 pounds
Lens Features
Focal length conversion factor (SLR) 1.6 X
Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) 18.0 mm
Maximum aperture 3.5
Lens mount Interchangeable
Focus features Yes
Storage Media
SD card SD Memory Card
Supported Image Formats
JPG Yes
Warranty
Warranty information 1 Year Limited Warranty

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Very Good
Color Very Good
Sharpness Very Good
Distortion Good
Performance
Image Quality, Exposure 58.3
Number of Shots 500
Battery Life (minutes) 273.5
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise 71
Image Quality, Sharpness 55.6
Image Quality, Exposure--Flash 63.9
Image Quality, Color--Adjusted 57.2
Image Quality, Color--Auto 58.5
Image Quality, Distortion--Sharp Interpolation 70.4
Image Quality, Color 57.9
Image Quality, Overall 57.6
Number of Batteries 1
Image Quality, Exposure--Normal 56
Image Quality, Distortion 71.2
Image Quality Score Very Good
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise Reduction 74.7