From a good friend I have now as a longtime user of the Canon EOS 1000D lent me the successor model 1100D for a multi-day test. I was full of curiosity and as full of surprise if the negative reviews of some writers. Well- it is clear from the outset that it is not about to see an outrageously expensive top product but rather a very successful entry into the Spiegelrefelex photograph. The camera fits comfortably in your hand, is small and handy, also due to the plastic housing has little weight. Who has rightly associated with the 1000D also with the 1100D no problems. The most important seems to be the very good image quality and the higher light sensitivity. This can now film quality in HDready is another incentive to switch. Paired with a zoom lens with focal length of 18-200 mm is the Cannon 1100 D the ideal travel companion. The arguments concerning the high price to have been put into perspective in the meantime. With many data to shine here does not seem to me to be appropriate, this can always read. Equally inappropriate is the nitpicking in this now moderate price range. As a single negative point I see now missing automatic sensor cleaning while the camera is turned off. I'll order the 1100D (body only) Coming Soon Amazaon, perhaps the price falls again. From me a clear recommendation for a practice Gerecht product.