Lightweight
Easy feature to change Apature and Shutter speed.
Inexpensive
Even in Manual mode, lense autofocuses

If wrong external flash is used, Automatic features do not work well in low light.
Limited information concerning this SLR on Canon's site or anyother for that matter
No internal flash for short distance shots

This review is strictly for the SLR Canon Rebel X. I'm actually very happy with this product; however, I can't seem to find any information on it and am left to assume it has been discontinued. I have only had problems with it and narrowed it down to the wrong flash; it was not compatible
Some of these reviews in this catagory, I think, are not truly for the Rebel X as they mention internal flashes for this model. One of the only true weaknesses I have found with this model is the LACK of a built in flash. The AF works great even in Manual mode. But if you don't have the correct flash, it messes up the shot in Auto. I am currently having to use the camera in Manual Mode with the shutter speed set to 125 and the Apeture set to 11 or 5.6 with 400 speed film depending on distance. Seems to be working great. I am looking for my next investment: a flash that works well in Auto mode. The only thing that seems to even be close is a Sunpack 355AT (Retail approx 80.00). I'm currently inquiring with technical support at Canon about the compatablity of a Canon Speedlite 200E, as it says it is EOS compatible.
All in all, even in Auto Mode, with enough lighting this camera takes great pictures.

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Lots of features, light weight, easy to use.

-no depth of field preview
-uses up batteries quickly (compared to my non AF models)
-picture quality is average
-no PC terminal

A pretty good camera though not on top of my list when it comes to picture quality. A great camera though for travel and has a lot of features. I find that it works best with NON-dedicated flash units. I tried the 300EZ (I have 2 of these) and the faces of people come out over exposed!!!!! I tried all modes (P,Av,Tv, M) and still the same results. Shifting to a non-dedicated flash and setting the camera to manual solved the problem.
I would highly recommend the use of a Battery Pack (BP-8) which allows the use of AA ni-cad batteries since the CR123s that are normally used with the camera get used up quickly and are hard to find in the countryside (AA batteries though can be bought almost anywhere). The BP-8 also gives a better grip on the camera - great for folks with big hands.

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Minolta AF
Canon A series
Minolta X series
Pentax

*Very affordable
*Very large selection of lenses
*Lightweight, great for outdoor use
*Easy to use
*Lack of flimsy pop-up flash is a nice touch
*I used what i saved to buy lenses and an underwater camera

*It may break one day due to rough use, but the good point is it will be very cheap to replace.
*At least slightly higher fps would be nice

This is a really wonderful camera. The low cost of the body and basic lenses is a major selling point. I can take this camera with me on any rough outdoor excursion without worry of damage cost. The cheaper lenses are not the "best" but I have taken some incredible shots with them because once again I can take them anywhere without fear. With some of the higher end lenses available, the results will amaze you! (I'm a liitle more careful of where i take them though!)
Ive use this camera for wildlife photography with a great Sigma 50-500 lens (spend less on the body and buy a better lens) as well as the inexpensive 80-200mm with great results! I have also taken some amazing landscape and weather shots with a variety of wide angle lenses (in all price ranges)as well as some limited work with models in outdoor settings with great success. Although I have not tried it, I do not think it would be very useful as a primary studio camera. Overall,I would say this camera is a great purchase to anyone at any level. Im driven to pursue photography as a career, and although I may one day replace my rebel X with what is considered a high end camera for a more specialized purpose, I know I will always be able to depend on my rebel and "cheap" lenses to allow me to never find the perfect shot with no camera to shoot it (or at least I could drop it in a gorge and not feel to bad!). Enjoy!

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none needed

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Price
Entrance into the Canon range
metering

size
lack of credibility
1fps drive.

When upgrading from manual focus but on a budget, it was alway going to come down to the EOS 3000 or the Nikon F60. I tried both, and while the Nikon definitely feels better in the hand, the Canon beat it hands down in terms of features. The clincher for me was the cable release, an accessory which has been invaluable to me in the past, but which for some reason is not an option on the F60.
Many people have questioned the durability of the 3000, but after dragging it around Southern Mexico for a few weeks without a problem, it seems that these fears may well be unfounded. It is however slow, and anyone wanting to shoot action will be craving more fps very soon. I have managed to get some good shots of mototsport (Indycars on the Gold Coast)using the camera, but it's strictly a case of a one-shot pan, preferably with the AF switched off to prevent hunting.
Finally, while many people praise the size and weight, I'm one of those who like a little extra heft in their cameras. The addition of the BP-8 battery pack is a godsend, and makes the camera feel more solid and,I think, makes it look better as well.
The bottom line is that a camera is primarily the box you stick behind a good quality lens, so unless you have a need for speed, or want to run with the pros, the EOS 3000 should meet most people's needs.

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*Price, price ,price.
*Lightweight.
*The grip w/ BP-8
*Good AF in normal light.
*Great durability
*Great Slides.

*The AF doesn't work well in dim light.
*No DOF preview.
*No MLU

I'm a dentist. I use my EOS 500 for backup of my EOS A2. The EOS 500 works very well in manual focus, with my amazing lens EF 100 mm f/2.8 macro USM and my excellent lens 105 mm f/2.8 macro SIGMA EX and ring flash ML-3 to shot mouth. Generally I take slides of mouth in manual mode, sinc flash with 1/90 (to avoid mirror vibrations) and about f/8 - f/16. The results of shot with the EOS 500 are not different of shot with EOS A2 when using Provia, Velvia, Sensia II or Ektachome 64.
What more can I say?? Excellent lenses + some knowledge + cheap camera = fantastic slides. Results seems with a semi pro camera.The BP-8 also gives a better grip on the camera.
I think the EOS 500 is a excellent camera for backup for the low price and big results.

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I Never needed in Brazil

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Cheap, Easy to use, Fairly accurate Metering in Daylight. (Partial 9.5%)

Built in flash only works badly.

I chose this camera second hand over a brand new EOS 88. (EOS 3000) As a beginner, this camera suits all my current needs. The pop up flash is dissapointing. Indoors, its too harsh. At night its worse. I bought a Metz AF 40 mecablitz and that solved the problem.
I use the partial metering/manual mode for landscapes. Expose nicely on Fuji Sensia II 100 slides.

Customer Service

Have not broke down despite the years

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Price
Compatible w/ all EOS lenses and accessories
Lightweight

No DOF preview

I have used this camera in various outdoor and indoor situations and it has always worked properly, even though I do not take good care of it as reccomended... It has gone through water spills, dust, beach sand, very hot and humid weather.

Despite general reccomendations concerning the need of circular-polarizer filters for autofocus cameras, I have always used linear ones with my 3 lenses and they all work fine (I do not know if this is due to the body, though).

Technical problems include some sort of failure on the ON/OFF switch, so I must always remove the camera's batteries after a day using it, otherwise they will wear out in 48 hours (even if it is kept on the LOCK position).

Built-in flash is weak and causes shades when used with large diameter lenses (the lenses' manufacturers do warn users of this risk).

After less than one year of use, the LCD started showing some dark spots, but this has caused no further problems.

Overall, it is a camera with all the basic (and some additional) features for intermediate level photographers. I even use it for some professional indoor services (e.g. hotel rooms) with excellent results.
I will soon buy a new body (EOS 5?), but will definetely keep this one!

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Easy to use
flexible settings
lightweight
inexpensive for what you get
Compatible with many, many lenses

no built in flash (Rebel X)
would like faster fps

This is a great camera for those switching from point and shoots to an SLR. While it doesn't have the super fast fps or as many auto focus points, the Rebel X is inexpensive ($199.00 with a Canon 35-80mm lens compared to $460 for the A2 or $1800 for the 1V) and offers many manual controlled features (aperature, exposure, shutter speed, and film speed to name a few) as well as adequate auto modes. The model I have has no pop-up flash but the Canon 200E flash works very well with this camera. The main factor in picture quality is the lens, and I have gotten excellent results by using excellent lenses-Sigma 17-35EX, 70-300DL, and 28-35 DL. I recently took this camera on vacation with lots of hiking and it handled the negligible abuse just fine. I have had no problems with it and use it primarily for outdoor/nature and family shoots.

Customer Service

Have experienced no problems whatsoever

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Lightweight,Ease of use, Has basic settings, Preset functions, Adjustable from fully auto to manual.

Has no night time preset function, the aperture setting is a bit irritating.

Has been using it for 8 months now, found it to be a very user-friendly camera, photos being produced are satisfying. And finally, the camera quality is not the main thing that produces good photographers..... it's the person, the setting, the type of film, the scenery, and the right time plus the ability to see a good sight/scenery that produces real natural good photos.

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Great price, lightweight, very quite for the price and ggret selection of EOS lenses available. I am using the X S and find the pop up flash good for most situations.

Poor auto focus in dim light situations. Not crazy over the plastic lens mount but never had any real problems with it. Gobbles up batteries.

For the price the X S is a real bargan. Very good picture sharpness even with the 28-80 lens. Very good pictures using the 70-210. I use the BP-8 battery pack for two reasons, a better grip and takes cheaper AA batteries which are available everywhere. I use thei camera with the cheap 200E flash and get great portrait shots, I do a lot of weddings using both the X S and the Rebel 2000 without problem. The X S is a great camera for the beginner or seasoned amateur.

Customer Service

Never had to have a Canon serviced in almost 20 tears.

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