EOS 1000D - Very good beginner camera

EOS 1000D - Very good beginner camera

Canon EOS 1000D Digital SLR Camera (10 megapixels, Live View) Kit incl. EF-S 18-55mm IS (Electronics)

Customer Review

Having spent years on the road with different Canon Ixus models, we have almost 1.5 years ago a Bridgecam (Fuji Finepix S6500fd) gained. The camera was / is indeed thoroughly recommended, but soon the desire grew to even more possibilities (different lenses, rapid series image processing, etc.) and it was flirted with an SLR. Then, when some time ago, the EOS 1000D appeared, we have engaged ourselves in more detail with the topic. In the end we had to decide 1000D or 450D. Price difference was 120 Euro: 1000D - 429 Euro / 450D - 549 euros (both as a kit with the 18-55mm). Difference was 10 instead of 12 megapixels, 7 instead of 9-point AF, slightly smaller screen and slightly slower continuous shooting (3 instead of 3.5 per second). After much back and forth (read numerous opinions in forums, test and experience reports) we decided for us that we are not these "benefits" worth 120 euros and we would rather put the money in a nice lens (EF-S 55- 250mm IS). We have had in hand before buying both cameras and tested in the shop. From then on it was clear to us that it should be the 1000D.

The processing makes a good impression and the camera lies comfortably in your hand. The control elements are placed clearly and the key features quickly and easily accessible. Menu structure in the camera is logical and transparent and thus allows intuitive operation of the camera. Especially if you are a Canon had in hand before, you will feel at home immediately. Nevertheless never hurts a look at the manual, of course. ;-)

The camera with the supplied lens very good and sharp images. The Image Stabilizer of the lens provides consistently good job and also allows slightly longer exposure times from his hand. If necessary, you can turn off the image stabilizer also. The autofocus works quickly and precisely, but can also be switched on manually.

The battery life exceeds expectations - we did not think that the battery hold out so long.

With the camera we are absolutely satisfied. The price / performance ratio is currently unbeatable well and allows an affordable entry into the world of DSLR cameras. If you then as a "home camera" so receives a class product, which of course makes double joy!

PS. One thing, however, is something negative I noticed: The delivery is no SD card and also the lens hood for the lens is included.

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