Foreword:

The Canon Digital Rebel XSi DSLR camera is an update to the older XTi with a better resolution of 12.2 megapixels and a handful of additional new features. This includes a bigger 3-inch display screen, an improved autofocus system, and optical image stabilization in its kit lens. It is also the very first Canon Rebel camera to have a Live View mode, which provides the user live preview of the subject on the LCD display before taking the shot. Though the advantages over the XTi are not outstanding, there is an improvement in image quality as it offers pictures with plenty of details and superb colors.

+Ves:

• Great color and resolution in images
• Big, bright 3-inch LCD screen with wide viewing angle
• Comfortable to hold and good control placement
• Great full auto mode, plus manual modes
• Decent live view mode for point-and-shoot users
• Can save both RAW and JPEG files
• Supports SD and SDHC cards
• Decent value for money

-Ves:

• Significant noise
• Poor manual focus and Manual mode
• Manual mode is awkward to use
• No variable speed for burst mode
• Autofocus is slow and noisy with kit lens
• No separate control for resolution and quality
• Low resolution video output only
• Not the cheapest SLR available

Final Word:

The Canon EOS Rebel XSi DSLR camera is solidly-built but not too heavy. It feels nice in the hand and feels sturdy. It is ideal for the beginner who is new in DSLR but wants to be like a pro with the strong features of this camera. If you require shooting HD video without the need of another camera, you should consider the T1i model, which has almost the same capabilities plus the video function. The Xsi is certainly a camera worth the investment.