Why the XS?
The Canon EOS Rebel XS digital SLR camera introduced to the public in July, 2008. The XS is considered an entry level dSLR with high-end functions. Great for the consumer who wants to switch from a point and shoot camera to a dSLR. This camera has such flexibility that even experienced photographers will enjoy.
What are the basics?
The XS has 10.1 megapixels for clear detailed pictures. While, the EF-s 18-55mm lens comes with the camera it can support all Canon EOS series lenses. Currently, there are over 60 lenses in the Canon EOS line up. Optical Image Stabilizer lenses, that Canon does make, help you obtain clear, blurry-free precious memories. You have a wide range of automatic or manual modes to improve your picture taking. Reading the owner’s manual is an ideal place to start. I think trying out the functions is the fun part of picture taking. The large 2.5” LCD monitor makes viewing easier, so you can choose to save or remove the pictures. The XS uses a SDHC or SD memory card that needs to be purchased to keep your images before downloading to your computer.
Are you ready for distinctive features?
The XS has excellent distinctive features that can be difficult to find for the under $1,000 camera category. One such feature is Live View mode which has two focusing modes, Quick and Live. Live View modes are as the title states, pictures in real time. The pictures are viewed on the LCD Screen instead of using the viewfinder. These modes require you to hold the camera away from you as with a point and shoot camera. The stability needed for these modes would be easier accomplished by using a tripod instead of holding the camera yourself. If you are looking for continuous shots for that just right picture of a moving subject, the Rebel XS is the first in Canon’s EOS products. You can shoot until your memory card is full. Continuous Shooting mode, according to Canon, captures as many as 54 images as fast as 3 frames per second. The built in retractable flash with red-eye reduction has a topside shoe for an external flash. A fabulous option for those of us who forget to charge our batteries is the external hand grip/battery pack. Place six AA batteries will get you going again. The hand grip besides adding 1.5” of height to the camera offers additional secondary controls. The USB cable that comes with the XS offers 2.0 connectivity with TWAIN driver for the PC and Adobe Photoshop plug-in for Macintosh.
The Canon Rebel XS has a wide range of functions at an exceptional price point. If you are ready to take the next step into the world of SLR, then this camera would make an excellent fit.
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