With the introduction of the Canon Digital Rebel T1i, many potential digital SLR buyers are sentence recalcitrant decide trapped between the Rebels T1i and the Rebel XSi cameras. T1i categorically packs more punch, but has a value, then the question is: “Is it worth it?”.

Prior to highlight the main differences will have a quick look at the similarities. Both cameras will be delivered exactly the same size and the two embark on a 3 edge of your Way LCD screen. Canon’s 9 points autofocus and 35-area ordered evaluative metering most remains unchanged.

The great advantage ordered EOS Integrated Cleaning and Dust Delete Data collection was implemented in both cameras. Highlight Tone Priority mode is useful in both cameras, but implemented slightly differently on T1i – has remained essentially the same though. Both devices have the same kit lens, the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS and as usual, both devices are fully compatible with Canon EF and EF-S range.

Almost everyone stuck obvious difference between the XSi and T1i and CMOS APS-C sensor with the purpose of updating was 12.2 million pixels in the XSi _15.1 megapixels in T1i. Personally, I am not a hunter megapixels and is not a party decides to use me, but the goal is, unfortunately, could repeat? The area of the camera is free running and it sells. The T1i boasts with its new DIGIC 4 CPU, which is much faster than its predecessor DIGIC III is in XSI. The central processing unit unlocks could repeat? It is probably the most exciting quality T1i – Full HD recording on cassette. This unique quality improves the versatility of T1i than XSi margin thick and very soon we are on soil quality video of the baby and birthday parties for children all over the internet. Although not a replacement for a band used this camera yet adequate quality at low reduced the number of occasions where both digital and SLR cameras scored tape around.

Another addition to the DIGIC 4 central processing unit is the talent T1i zoom up to 170 JPEG pictures continuously, compared to 53 of XSI. Sports photographers or parents shooting their children’s, football game are categorically increase the value of this quality.

Although LCDs are the same size, the 920,000 pixels on the screen T1i is much better than the 230,000 pixel LCD XSI. This improves the readability of the menu with a reduction of more ideal conditions and improves the parade of images and live view accordingly. This is a very profitable use for photographers who are now vaguely disappointed, and then the images focus in front handing out.

The range of ISO on XSI has been increased from 100-1600 to 100-3200, expandable to 12,800. This quality, fresh, with enhanced noise reduction cameras allowed T1i used to unlock the photographer, in order to provide both been lost with the XSI. Together, these skins allow the photographer to zoom in low light conditions they face.

Looking at each of the improvements in an inconsistent way, I can not say the purpose of attendance is a unique quality to justify the extra expense, but all Cool Skin works for the consumer bazaar gift a level of welfare DSLR-balanced with the statement ‘ objective is versatile and cool to operate, but the same scene all the skins of vital importance to provide the user with a thickness range of creative options. If I had to buy my DSLR fundamental to the well again, I’d probably go used T1i.

A superb kit!, February 18, 2009
By Guillemot

This device gives me satisfaction. Initially, the use of automatic modes (auto, portrait, sport …) can become familiar with the handling of the device. It then slid into the other modes (PASM) gently. The picture quality is stunning. You just take the time to read the instructions to fully exploit the possibilities of the device. If the PASM modes does not interest you or you do not intend to change lenses for different situations, take a good bridge: investment in such equipment is not justified. However, if the portraits, macro or any other area of the photo you want, please! Many forums (including this one pixel) are mines of valuable info to guide your choices (technologies, equipment, objectives …).

The purpose of the kit is already widely used. For other uses more specific, we may invest in other targets present on the Amazon site!

I purchased a Nikon D90 Lens + 18-105 + 70-300 mm really great, great dive, the pictures are superb, and with the RAW system can immediately edit your photos, magic!

I do not regret my purchase at all, nothing like a little digital.
Navigating the camera is simple and logical, I really recommend this device.

I bought this camera a few weeks ago and I had the opportunity to try it in various circumstances in France and during my travels. I am absolutely delighted to have made the step from a compact to a DSLR and SLR what! So far, so good, I found a compagnion robust, intuitive, fast and accurate even in low light. Would recommend.

First hands on experience…Very positive!
By Hiram Grant, April 29, 2009

Here’s a quick, first impressions (from hands on shooting) of the Rebel T1i. Although we’ll need more scientific examinations to determine ultimate image quality and usability, I’ll try to give a hint into the camera’s potential.

I’ll not go in to any real detail on the kit lens, which has been well reviewed. Let’s just agree that $100 for a good quality IS (image stabalized) lens is a very reasonable value it you don’t have another option. There are no obvious reasons this kit lens should make or break your choice of this camera over a competitor’s.

Styling and build wise, the T1i is an XSi made over, which is not a bad thing. Some found that camera to be a bit on the small size for their hands, or a bit lacking in weight, but most like the size and weight (include me). It uses the same, proven battery and accessories of the XSi. I’ve already used some generic batteries that worked well in an XSi, with similar good results, but I do not want to lump all generics in the “good to go” category.

In using the camera, the first thing you’ll notice over the previous Rebels in the marvelous LCD screen. Yep, the images look much cleaner even at the original size. Don’t get confused if you compare this camera side-by-side and think it’s images are all that much better. They just look much better on such a sharp LCD.

First looks at IQ (Image Quality) were very impressive. I tried using the camera in a variety of situtations (biased to how I would use it), and got very good results throughout. Focusing was typical for a better Rebel, and images looked good throughout the ISO range, based on reasonable expectations. I thought the Auto White Balance is a very good job compared to previous results I’d had with Canons in general. They weren’t perfect, but the tungsten areas seemed to look better than average. All in all, I’d say Canon made reasonable progress with the jump to 15 meg, but probably no reason to trade-in your XSi.

Live View never has been one of my biggest thrills, but the sharp LCD makes it a bit more enjoyable. If I was still shooting macros, I would like it much more.

But the biggest advantage of the newer screen for some will be while shooting videos. I only did videos in the 1080p mode, and was impressed by the quality. Sound was OK, and I was a bit disappointed that Canon doesn’t have an option audio input (ala the 5D mkII or camcorders with intellegent shoe). I’m also not sure how practical the videos will be, considering they aren’t using a “direct to HiDef player” format like AVCHD or AVCHD Lite. Also, 20fps is a bit odd for 1080p, but their software does support frame grapping, which should give nice 4×6 prints (there’s a bit more than 2meg per frame). The 720p is recorded in a more standard 30fps, which should also help with moving subjects. You can also shoot a full 15meg image while recording your videos. You videos are interrupted for about a second (you’ll see a still image for that length in the video playback), but the high quality image will be recorded in its own file (no need to frame grab). BTW, autofocusing did work during this recording, but the noise was picked up by the mic.

OK, so I liked the camera, but how would I rate it compared to the competition. Well, compared to the XSi, it’s better, but maybe not worth the money. The LCD is grand (that alone would get my money), and it’s a no brainer if you need video or shoot lots of macros. But with resent price drops and combo deals from Canon, the XSi should still be strong based on value.

I’ve also had a bit of experience with the new Nikon D5000 (but even less so). Although initial pricing is about $50 higher on the T1i, I thought the Canon was clearly more interesting. I like the way Sony incorporated an articulated LCD, but hate it on the D5000. I was constantly setting the camera down with the LCD back being the first thing to touch. You might never break it, but you’ll surely scratch the cosmetics. The D5000 doesn’t have the motor built into the body, so there’s a bit of a limitation to lens. However, the biggest drawback was that the D5000’s built-in flash doesn’t support their wireless flash system (with their new lineup, we’ll have to move up to the D90). The D5000 really needs to be lined up against the XSi, not the T1i.

The 14mp Sony Alpha 350 might be a good value oriented competitor (when Sony offers bundles), but the IQ of the Canon’s CMOS sensor is probably better in most moderate to low light conditions. I think you’ll be seeing something soon to replace this model.

Thus, it’s prime competitors should be Canon’s own XSi, the D5000 (especially if they drop the price about $100 more), and for those with a bit more money, the Nikon D90.

The T1i carries on the tradition of Canon Rebels with a lot of “curbside appeal” matched with solid performance.

By Rullo , 17 February 2009

I was used the EOS XS from November 2006 to November 2008, the camera can be excited. Then I bought the Rebel T1i kit with 18-200. This Camera is world class. It is somewhat difficult, but is still good in the hand.

the benefits:

• High resolution
• Interchangeable focusing screen
• Very good picture quality
• Quick batch recording (Very good possibility for use of children playing)
• Solid finish
• Live View (can be transferred to a PC monitor)
• Large 3-inch display
• Navigations joysick (with whose help can be quickly important values and attitudes involved.)
• Self-explanatory display
• Self-cleaning function of the sensor
• Car Lightning Optimizer (Corrects exposure problems by up to a F-stop)
• High ISO of 12800 (so it is possible even in poor light or to act without flashing)
• Noise reduction at high ISO (reduced image noise while recording up to 60%)
• 14-bit RAW format (Does a lot of dynamic range)
• CF memory cards (a boon in stability)
• Extension Diversity

Disadvantages are not really there, of course, but if you’re picky one is struck by the following:

• Unfortunately not a full frame (clear in the price range is not necessarily to But expect even desirable)
• Non-existent movie function (bringing many other manufacturers in this class function with a movie at Canon need to do this on the eos 5D Mark II) are With a little trick, but is also the EOS T1i at a high-performance digital camcorder.

Conclusion:
The eos T1i is a very Powerful camera with a lot of potential for both the amateur as well as the professional photographer and all at an affordable price. Anyone who can give up a full frame sensor with over 20 megapixels and a film function in FullHD here clearly buys the right camera.