Canon EOS Rebel XS 10MP Digital Camera
Canon USA has announced a new camera in the Rebel line – the Canon EOS Rebel XS. Clearly a replacement for the EOS Rebel XTi at the bottom of Canon's dSLR line, the new camera retains the 10MP CMOS sensor and 2.5-inch LCD while using the same body as the 12MP Rebel XSi.
While positioned as an entry-level dSLR, Rebel XS incorporates a range of technologies used in Canon's professional EOS-1 series cameras, including the DIGIC III image processor, and Live View mode. Battery (BG-E5) life has been improved also.
On the downside, Canon is shifting from the nine-point AF of the XTi to seven-point AF. Canon says the change provides a significant cost savings. While autofocus performance be impacted? We get won’t know until independent testers get their hands on the camera. It’s worth noting that the camera’s primary competitor, the Nikon D60, has only three AF points.
Features
- 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
- EOS Integrated Cleaning System
- 7-point wide-area AF system
- Up to 3 frames per second
- 2.5" LCD with Live View shooting
- DIGIC III image processor (12-bit)
- Compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards
- Compact and lightweight body
- Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software
- Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites
And, yes the Rebel XS uses the newer DIGIC III processing chip, however, the 12-bit processing remains from the XTi rather than going to the 14-bit processor used in the XSi.
What’s in the box?
- Rebel XS Body (Black or Silver)
- EF-S 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6 IS Lens (kit only)
- Eyecup Ef
- Wide Strap EW-100DBIII
- Video Cable VC-100
- USB Interface Cable IFC-200U
- Battery Pack LP-E5
- Battery Charger LC-E5
- EOS Digital Solution Disk and Instruction Manuals
- “Great Photography is Easy” Booklet and “Do More with Macro” Booklet
Price and Availability
The Canon Rebel XS will be available in August in black or black/silver colors; each in a body-only or kit (w/ EF-S 18-55mm lens) version. The price for the body-only is $649.99 (MSRP) while the kit is priced at $699.99 (MSRP).
