- CANON EOS REBEL T3I DSLR CAMERA REVIEW MOVIE
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The Canon Rebel series have always been favorites as relatively compact models that provide the benefits of SLR shooting (image quality, fast focusing, low-light ability, etc.) without the bulk of many higher-end SLRs. Offering exceptional functionality at an entry-level price, the new Canon T3 will be a great choice for anyone on a budget, whether the proverbial Soccer Mom or serious enthusiast. An enhanced menu guide system makes it perhaps the most approachable Canon SLR to date for novice users, yet there are more than enough advanced features to keep more sophisticated users happy.
The Canon T3 is much more than just a compact SLR, though it's a good quality camera with a rich feature set that just happens to carry an entry-level price. Virtually every aspect of the camera has been revamped and improved, while still retaining the compact styling that's made the Rebel models favorites with those looking for compact ease of use. As you might expect given the amount of time that's passed, this is quite an upgrade. More than two years after announcing the Rebel XS, Canon has upgraded its entry-level SLR offering with the new Canon Rebel T3. Henceforth, the new Rebel lineup will start with the Canon T3, with step-up models being the Rebel T2i and T3i, both of which offer 18 megapixel resolution.īy Dave Etchells, Shawn Barnett and Mike Tomkins The older Rebel XS model is currently still available on store shelves for a while longer with a discounted price tag that's $50 below the Rebel T3 kit, but we understand that will only be the case until stock runs out. The Rebel T3's pentamirror viewfinder has a narrower dioptric adjustment range of -2.5 to +0.5 diopters, along with ever so slightly decreased 0.80x magnification, and while burst shooting speed is barely changed at 3 frames per second, the manufacturer-specified burst depth has fallen to just 4-5 large/fine JPEG or two Raw frames. Not all the changes are entirely positive, though.
CANON EOS REBEL T3I DSLR CAMERA REVIEW MOVIE
There's also a slightly larger 2.7-inch LCD display, a 720p HD movie mode, and a revamped version of Canon's image-stabilized 18-55mm kit lens. The updated AF system sits alongside Canon's current generation 63 segment, dual layer iFCL metering chip, and the company has also gifted the Rebel T3 with an expanded +/-5 EV exposure compensation range, an adjustable Auto Lighting Optimization function, and its useful Highlight Tone Priority mode.
There's also a new nine-point autofocus system with a single f/5.6 cross-type point at the center of the array, and a wider working range of EV 0 ~ 18.
CANON EOS REBEL T3I DSLR CAMERA REVIEW ISO
Together, these allow a much wider ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 6,400 equivalents. Perhaps most significantly, the Rebel T3 has an increased sensor resolution of twelve megapixels, and also switches to a current-generation DIGIC 4 processor. It's been about 18 months since the Rebel XS shipped in August of 2008, and although the Rebel T3 now has an even lower price, you get a lot more for your money. Imaging Resource ratingīy Shawn Barnett, Dave Etchells, Zig Weidelich, and Mike TomkinsĪ major revamp to their previous Rebel XS entry-level SLR, the new Canon T3 is significantly more advanced than its predecessor, and looks to offer a great choice for both novices and enthusiast users on a budget.
The Canon Rebel T3 shipped from early March 2011, priced at US$599.99 with the 18-55mm IS II kit lens. Consįrame rate and burst depth not the best, especially for raw Weak flash for an SLR No sensor cleaning function No spot metering. Well-considered ergonomics and control layout Solid build Good image quality Great battery life High-def movie capture. In all, a fairly easy recommendation for the first-time SLR buyer. Although its burst-shooting capabilities don't match the best-in-class, and has a few omissions such as dust removal and spot metering, these are fairly easy to overlook given the entry-level pricetag. Marking a new entry point to the Rebel line, the Canon T3 offers good image quality, a friendly design, and excellent battery life.