I fell in love with this camera before I even saw it.
Until this moment, the best DSLR for it's price

Pros:

-Real 12.2MP Quality (You need to make sure you've got IS lenses or a fast shutter speed, and that you are focused correctly, in order to get 12.2MP JPEGs)

-In my experience with Canon, for professional-looking pictures, you've come to the right place.

-Long Lasting Battery. It took me five days for mine to run out (I was taking, on average, 5 pics per hour).

-Embedded Dust Removal Software

-Strong Flash

-Fastest Shutter speed available, 1/4000 sec.

-Low Noise (I haven't seen any noise yet)

Cons:

-No video. But, who needs video? I'll get myself a JVC GY-HD for that.

I can't think of any more.

Canon XSi Rebel - What a Great DSLR for a Beginner!
Add my voice to the chorus singing the praises of this little camera! This is my very first SLR, though I've had a string of digital point-and-shoots, and this camera is such a step up, it's like magic. There is so much to learn, and this is just the camera to learn on. You can put it all on auto and use it just like a point-and-shoot, and get better pictures. Or you can really delve into the art of photography; this camera is so user-friendly.

The kit lens is just fine for my needs -- I'm sure I'll want faster, longer, etc, but this is flexible enough to start on.

Canon XSi Rebel - Glad I Bought This Great Camera from Amazon.com
I am so glad I bought this camera from Amazon.com. The camera is top notch of course, but when I bought this camera it was selling for $794 on Amazon. Within 12 days, the price dropped to $709. With Amazon's price guarantee, I was refunded the $84 difference. Not even Newegg does that. Thanks Amazon!

The camera is just what I expected from Canon. It's easy to use, even in my novice hands. There are some functions that I still need to get a handle on but that's just my inexperience showing through. I bought the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens from Amazon as well and couldn't be happier with the results. I would highly recommend that purchase to any newbies out there that like to take portraits.

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