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Canon 450D / Digital Rebel XSi
The new Canon Digital Rebel is a very compelling entry level digital single lens reflex camera, but it's also one of the most expensive. Will the extra cost be worth it?
Here are some of the key specifications:
- 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
- Lens kit: 18-55mm with built-in Image Stabilizaton
- Three-inch LCD @ 230K pixels; proximity sensor disables the LCD when composing with the viewfinder
- 9-point auto-focus system
- Secure digital and SDHC memory cards
- Spot-metering (first time on a Digital Rebel)
- Live View
- Integrated cleaning system (anti-dust)
- 5.1x3.9x2.4in / 129x98x62 mm
- 1.0 lb (474g) excluding battery and lens
- No built-in Image Stabilization*
Expected release date: April 15, 2008
Retail price at release: $899.99 with kit lens
Review summary: Available after its release
*To obtain the benefits of image stabilization, lenses with built-in image stabilization are required with this camera.