http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/ Engadget Comments for Canon's EOS Rebel XS DSLR gets official, a price tag http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 10:40AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
Canon XS - $699 (little lower street price likely)
Nikon D60 - $629
Sony A200 - $499
Sony A300 - $599
Pentax K200D - $646

With only the Canon/Sony a300 having live view. I'm surprised that Sony is actually cheaper.]]>Jul 8th 2008 10:52AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 11:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 1:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 1:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 2:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 8:05PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 10:52AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 10:53AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 11:49AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 11:05PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 10:54AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 10:55AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 11:10AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
Personally I think if you can afford a DSLR you should consider getting one that's a little better, maybe a nice Nikon or a nicer Canon. Lenses can be expensive too, but it all depends on your budget and interests. If you're only half keen on a DLSR then it's also possible that you're looking for something else.

I'm gonna check out the reviews of this one and see how it stacks up to others in the field, should be interesting!]]>Jul 8th 2008 11:23AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
"XSi Build quality = 8.0" (same as Pentax's K100d) - dpreview
"In terms of build quality, the XTi has more of a "plastic" feel than other entry-level SLRs." - dcresource
"...I find the XSi's body and general layout to be the least appealing of any of the current generation of entry-level cameras from the big players." - digitalcamerareview.com
"the (XTi's) plastic build quality feels cheap compared to Canon's 20/30/40D/5D bodies" -photographybay.com]]>Jul 8th 2008 12:41PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
Then again, I've never been impressed with Canon ergonomics either, particularly in their high-end models.

I know that's not scientific analysis by any means, but perception is a strong motivator when an average Joe buys a product.]]>Jul 8th 2008 2:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
I have seen similar deals at Circuit City as well with 10% off coupon instead of 12%. If you are in the market the XSi is a great starter camera or backup camera (as in my case). The XS looks like another good camera, but I cannot see it being worth the price until it has been on the market a few months and drops a bunch on street price.]]>Jul 8th 2008 11:33AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
XSi Body 799 on sales 750 - 12% = $660
XSi w/lens 899 on sale 850 - 12% = $748
40D w/lens 1499 on sale 1299 - 12% = 1143

If you looking for a camera keep these in mind with Best Buy. I have seen these deals come up twice in the last 2 months.]]>Jul 8th 2008 11:44AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
No one wants a silver camera, its so cheap looking. For the money I would rather buy a sony alpha. ]]>Jul 8th 2008 11:52AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 8:12PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/Jul 8th 2008 12:01PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
Canon isn't known for including decent lenses, so needing so spend $500 on an accessory is relevant to my purchasing decision. Maybe they're finally hit "good enough".]]>Jul 8th 2008 12:18PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/canon_18-55_3p5-5p6_is_c16/]]>Jul 8th 2008 12:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
My biggest peeve with this lens would be the focus ring. Rotates on focus (pain for filter use, 3mm thin, no M/A override option. These are all deal breakers for me.]]>Jul 8th 2008 2:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/08/canons-eos-rebel-xs-dslr-gets-official-a-price-tag/
Canon®
Digital Rebel XT Silver also silver.



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