Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS
Last update: Review & Sample Photos @ DCI (04 September’08)
The Canon EOS 1000D aka Rebel XS a 10.1 Megapixel entry level DSLR Camera features 7-point wide-area AF, Self-Cleaning Image Sensor, DIGIC III processor, SD/SDHC card slot, Picture Styles processing, and a 2.5” LCD with Live View mode. For DSLR, the EOS 1000D is very compact and lightweight, it measures only 126.1 x 97.5 x 61.9 mm and weighs approx. 450g. (Download Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Brochure)
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Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Reviews
DCI reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“Likes: Good low light and dynamic range score, Access to a wide range of lenses, Live View and strong automatic mode make it friendly for new users, Decent results for an entry-level SLR. Dislikes: Plastic rather than rubber grips, Average color and resolution scores, Barely less expensive than the XSi, No spot metering”
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CNET.AU reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“the 1000D outperforms all but the Nikon D60 for shooting speed. It goes from power-to-photo in a bit less than 0.2 second. At 0.4 second in good conditions, the 1000D’s JPEG-shooting lag matches the rest; its 0.8 second duration in dim conditions is quite good for any class — just a bit slower than the D60 and inexplicably far better than the 450D“
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ComputerActive reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“Good points: Solid build despite lightweight plastic construction; relatively easy to use, and is responsive and reliable; good quality kit lens and good results
Bad points: Over-priced compared to closest rivals; activating Live View requires detective work; light sensitivity settings offered could be higher still
Overall: Everything you’d want from a beginner SLR is here – except a truly budget price”
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PCAuthority reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“So what you have in the 1000D is an exceptionally good value DSLR that has no real weakness. Despite stiff competition from the likes of the Nikon D60 and Olympus E-420, it puts Canon right back at the top of the budget pile..”
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Steve’sDigicams reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“With outstanding image quality, very robust performance, and loads of useful exposure options, the Rebel XS will make a great camera for anyone who is just stepping into the dSLR realm..Overall, I would highly recommend this model to anyone looking at purchasing their first dSLR. “
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CameraLabs reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“The 1000D / XS. It’s a decent performer and sports all the features most new buyers will look for. The only real problem is its launch price, which at the time of writing in mid-2008 was higher than most rivals, and too close to the 450D / XSi for anyone to seriously consider it..”
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CNET reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“The good: Excellent photo quality for its class; solid performance. The bad: Maximum ISO of 1600; no spot meter; annoying, in-viewfinder, focus-point display.The bottom line: The Canon EOS Rebel XS is a good entry-level dSLR, but only its photo quality stands out among the competition.”
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TrustedReviews reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“it does have some good qualities, including decent performance and excellent image quality, it doesn’t really stand out against competing entry-level cameras from other brands. Its limited feature-set, slightly disappointing build quality and overall feeling of cheapness do it no favours,”
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PhotographyBlog reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
” Image quality is on a par with the EOS 450D, with noise-free images up to ISO 800 and a very usable fastest speed of 1600.. It’s well suited to both beginners upgrading from a compact digicam and more experienced DSLR-owners looking for an inexpensive back-up body..”
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Outback reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“ISO 100-200 very smooth with hardly any noise. ISO 400 is nearly as good as the ISO 200 shot. ISO 800 shows a bit more noise but still very good. Even ISO 1600 is what we got in the past at ISO 800.”
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DigitalPicture reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
” I’m very pleased (actually somewhat surprised) with the improvements delivered by the Canon EOS Rebel XSi / 450D. It will be a worthwhile upgrade for many XTi / 400D owners - it is a lot of camera for the money for anyone purchasing it.”
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PhotoReview reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
“Flash output was well-balanced and exposures were even throughout the camera’s ISO range. Barrel distortion was quite obvious at the 18mm focal length but negligible by 35mm…Vignetting was only just apparent at 18mm and flare was generally well controlled.”
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GoodGearGuide reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
” The 1000D can capture some impressively crisp photos. Our shots didn’t quite rival those captured with higher-resolution sensors on other Canon units or some Nikon models, but they were certainly at the top of the pack in comparison to other 10Mp models..”
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ePhotozine reviews the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS and writes;
” In fact, noise isn’t showing until ISO800 which is a great result. ISO1600 has a few artefacts showing here and there, but it’s still a great performance. For an entry model, it’s also very expensive…I’ve marked the Overall score down for this very reason.”
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CNET has a preview of the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS;
“Strictly for newbies, the EOS 1000D looks like a good shooter for them to start advancing their photographic skills.”
Pocket-Lint has a preview of the Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS;
“In use and the camera is comfortable in the hand offering enough manual control without over-complicating the matter and the design is straightforward.”
Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Samples
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ DCI
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ Steve’sDigicams
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ CameraLabs
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ TrustedReviews
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ Digital-Picture
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ ePhotozine
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Sample Photos @ DPreview
Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS User Manual (PDF)
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- Download Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS User Manual (PDF - 5.46MB)
Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS User Guides
- Download Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Pocket Guide (PDF - 0.87MB)
- Download Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS CD-ROM Guide (PDF - 0.87MB)
- Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Magic Lantern Guides
Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Price Comparison
Canon EOS 1000D/Rebel XS Press Release
Sydney, 10 June, 2008 - Affordable and feature packed, the Canon EOS 1000D digital SLR is destined to become the camera of choice for users seeking more creative control and superior image quality than offered in their digital compact camera.
Successor to the applauded EOS 400D, which set the benchmark in entry level digital SLR cameras, the new model is an exciting addition to Canon’s highly acclaimed EOS range.
“The EOS 1000D is a high-quality, feature-packed digital SLR that is fun and simple to use”, said Chris Macleod, Product Manager, digital SLR, Canon Australia. “It includes essential functions for users looking to take their photography to the next level and is an easy step up for compact digital camera users looking to upgrade”.
The easy step up to DSLR photography
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