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Canon EOS Digital Rebel Xt SLR Camera

by donnyshoupe Sep 29, 2005 5:28AM PDT

I am considering purchasing this camera. I am concerned however about the all plastic body. Isn't a all metal camera body better than a plastic one? Will this camera be as durable? I do see that CNET and Consumer Reports give this camera a very high rating.
I a would appreciate some feedback from anyone who would like to give me their opinions. Thank you.

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Yes, a metal body is probably better. I'm sure that's part
by Kiddpeat Sep 29, 2005 7:10AM PDT

of the reason for the price. The 20D has a metal body, but costs $500 more. I am using an older Rebel film camera in addition to the 20D. The plastic body seems able to handle the heavy lenses just fine.

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Canon Rebel XT
by donnyshoupe Sep 29, 2005 7:35AM PDT

Thank you for your comments. They were helpful.

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great camera
by photog4funn Sep 30, 2005 1:59AM PDT

I've had my XT for 4 months and love it!

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Had mine for about that long too
by Acts7 Sep 30, 2005 7:39AM PDT

I LOVE my Rebel XT (Digital) as well. I take it with me almost everywhere I go. If I felt safe taking it to work I probably would. But for fear of leaving it in the office and disappearing overnight I dont.

I love the ability to capture bw and sepia etc images. I was quite disappointed when I saw the RAW files remained in full color if shooting BW but then found this to be an exceptional value as I will always have the full color option if I desire but I can get the lighting right with the BW preview.

Something I only recently learned about the camera is that if you want your image to appear in BW or the other assigned parameters? you have to have RAW+jpg. So in that sense you get the best of both worlds (full-color AND your BW image). Or you can capture in pure jpg for the same effect but then lose the backup full color).

I will say this the lens you use will make all the difference in the world. I dont know that the kit lens is any different perhaps just newer than the ones in the original DigiRebel kit.

The first lens I purchased was a portrait lens (EF 50mm f/1.8 II)http://consumer.usa.canon.com/ir/controller?act=ModelDetailAct&fcategoryid=152&modelid=7306

Not more than $74 ( I think I got it on sale for $60). OH what a difference that made especially in low light situations or when I wanted my field of view very tight.

Hope this helps!

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