Canon EOS 6.3MP Digital Rebel Camera (Body Only)
by Canon
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list price: $1,199.99
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Editorial Review

The Canon EOS Digital Rebel brings advanced digital performance and SLR controls to everyday photographers. Whether you're new to digital cameras, SLR cameras, or even photography itself, you'll find that the EOS Digital Rebel is powerful, yet fun and easy to use. It features a 6.3-megapixel sensor, automatic and manual controls, and compatibility with Canon's range of EF lenses. This model does not include a lens.

Optics and Resolution
A large-format, high-resolution CMOS sensor captures 6.3 million pixels to deliver up to 3027 x 2048 pixel images. Other resolution modes include 2048 x 1360 and 1536 x 1024. As it captures images, the sensor amplifies each pixel's electric charge, for ultra-fast image scanning. The large sensor also has a 3:2 aspect ratio, traditional to 35mm film, for a familiar compositional feel.

Canon's exclusive DIGIC image processor offers advanced signal processing algorithms that heighten precision and detail, smooth gradation in highlight areas, and create color reproduction that is as vivid as it is utterly natural. Additionally, the DIGIC's speedier processing improves the camera's battery performance, and adds to the camera's overall responsiveness and agility.

More Features
With the 1.8-inch LCD screen, you can zoom images from 1.5x all the way to 10x, moving up, down, left and right to see any area up close. You can even advance to the next shot in the enlarged view with no need to zoom again. The Digital Rebel also generates JPEG Small/Normal image files to make the image playback faster on the camera's LCD monitor.

Advanced controls will keep experienced photographers motivated and inspire beginners to flex their SLR skills. Creative Zone modes include A-DEP (automatic depth of field auto exposure) to set a "zone of sharpness," Manual, Aperture Priority AE to set the aperture, Shutter Priority AE to set shutter speed, and Program AE to let the camera select different shutter/aperture combinations while maintaining a constant exposure.

The camera's controls are intelligently arranged. A mode dial gives you easy access to shooting controls to make even one-handed shooting comfortable.

Other features include:

• Built-in, pop-up flash with an approximate 3-second recycle time
• Continuous shooting speed of approximately 2.5 frames per second with a maximum burst mode of 4 shots
• ISO speed range of 100 to 1600
• 7-point autofocus with the following modes: One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF (Automatically selects One-Shot AF or AI Servo AF selected according to shooting mode), Manual Focusing (MF)

Printing
Canon has introduced a series of printers designed to work directly with its lineup of digital cameras, including the Digital Rebel. Using these printers, no computer is required--simply connect the camera to the printer and start printing. Printers include Canon's bubble jet direct printers i900D and i960, and card photo printer CP-200 and CP-300. New PictBridge compatibility allows you to connect the camera to any PictBridge-conforming printer and access a wide range of printing media, modes, and styles.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on CompactFlash Type I or II memory card; the Digital Rebel is MicroDrive compatible. The Digital Rebel does not include a memory card.

Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (BP-511, included). It measures 5.6 by 3.9 by 2.9 inches and weighs 19.7 ounces (excluding battery).

What's In The Box
This package includes the EOS Digital Rebel digital camera, rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (BP-511) and battery charger (CB-5L), USB and AV cables, and wide neck strap. It also comes with Adobe Photoshop Elements and Digital Camera Solutions CD-ROMs with imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac. ... Read more

Features

• Perfect white balance for clear, true color
• Reproducing and sharing your images is as exciting as creating them
• Dazzling resolution: the 6.3 megapixel CMOS sensor
• The speed to capture the shots that won't wait

Reviews (176)

Best bang for the buck - all purpose and Astrophotography
I did quite some extensive research before commiting to the Digital Rebel. I wanted a digital SLR mostly for family photos but also for Astrophotography. I signed in a lot of forums were this camera was the most recommended in digital astrophotography (non-CCD) as well as the best cost-benefit as all purpose camera.

I have intentions to modify this camera to take best advantage in astrophography. This means that I will carefully remove the included IR-filter in order to get better astrophotos. This means I won't be able to take terrestrial (all purpose) pictures as the photos will result redish looking without the IR-filter. As a consequence, I will probably get the Digital Rebel XT for family pictures.

A great camera for its intended audience
This really is a great camera and to really appreciate it you have to understand its target audience.It seems clear that Canon has aimed this camera primarily at novices.Its point and shoot are as simple as you will find on any consumer compact digicam.Its creative setting should offer enough control and flexibility to keep most intermediate and advance photographers happy.First though lets go over some of the complaints people are writing about the camera.

1).I can't set up my photo through the LCD-----No you surely can't.SLR's are designed specifically to direct the light and image from the lens to the view finder.To the best of my knowledge, there is not a true digital SLR which allows you to do this.And there shouldn't be.You can keep the camera a lot more steady and get a much better view of what your image will look like through the view finder then you ever could looking at an LCD six to eight inches from your body.
2).Complaint number two is just as silly.Canon does not include a CF card with the camera.I've yet to see a digital SLR manufacturer that includes any media with the camera.Also when you consider that about the only card they could include without affecting the price much is a 128mb card with is next to useless in a camera like this.

Now to some more reasonable complaints

1).This camera is slow to start up (compared to many current DSLR's by Canon and Nikon).There really was not much that Canon could have done about that.It uses the same first generation DIGIC processing chip and same 6.3mp CMOS as the Canon D10.The D10 has similar short comings.If you can't live with this (about 3 seconds from power up till you can take a photo) you might want to consider the new Rebel XT or D20.You'll also have to decide if the extra responsiveness is worth an extra 200-300.00 bucks.
2).For continuous shooting you only get 2.5PFS and 4 frame bursts.Much of this is also do to the DIGIC.The D10 isn't much faster (though it does have a larger buffer (the images are stored in the buffer before they can be written to your media) which does allow it to continue shooting while the dRebel is catching its breath.I was very much aware of this "Shortcoming" before I bought the camera and understand it as a cost cutting method (larger buffers cost more money) and decided to accept this short coming rather then pay an extra 200-300. bucks.
3).Canon has crippled the camera by removing many manual control features(through software-The camera is physically able to carry out many of these functions but Canon removed the ability by programing the DIGIC chip (the firmware) to disallow these features.Clearly a business decision and one that make some sense.You really would not want to release a low cost camera with all the same features as your higher end camera.On the other hand, I really wished they would have kept some of the features they removed (like the ability for the user to adust the flash settings).
4).I can't shoot RAW images in the automatic settings.I can understand this.Most of the people using the fully automatic settings are probably novices.RAW images cannot be printed from the camera directly to a printer.RAW images require quite a bit of post shooting work before they're usable.If some one that really does not know much about photography were to shoot a couple of hundred RAW images they would be pretty upset when they found out they could not print their images and didn't know how to change that.
5).The Nikon D70 supports higher ISO's then the Canon.The ISO adjusts the camera's sensitivity to light (on film cameras it's the film speed).My answer to that is that the D70 does not support an ISO of 100 and the dRebel does.Personally, I would much rather have an ISO range of 100-1600 like the dRebel then an ISO range of 200-3200.The higher the ISO setting the more digital noise you're likely to get and an ISO of 3200 would seem to affect you're quality considerably.On the other hand, Canon's 100 ISO is perfect for bright sunny days.

I'm sure I missed some other complaints though I'm not sure what they are.To sum it up, this is a very easy camera to use even for a novice.The controls to adjust your camera settings and image quality are very easy to use and very intuitive.If you do understand photo editing are really want to shoot RAW images but don't want to have to manually set all the camera settings (aperture, shutter speed etc.), the P-AE mode only requires that you set the ISO which isvery simple (keep it as low as light conditions allow while retaining a high shutter speed). My main complaint is lack of documentation for include software (particularly the File viewer App which is required for converting RAW images).Granted downloading the PDF's from Canon's web site is not a problem but it should not be necessary.

Overall, an excellent camera for its intended consumer.The camera has all the image quality that the pros have come to expect from Canon's digital SLR's.The auto focus is very fast and accurate (especially compare to compact point and shoot cameras).The shutter lag is virtually non existent so when you press the shutter release it pretty much instantly shoots so you won't miss the shot (again unlike the vast majority of compact P&S which seem to take forever from the time you depress the shutter from the time it actually goes.One quick piece of advise whether you get this camera or the Rebel XT.Get the 18-55mm lens.For the money this is an excellent wide a angle lens, and it is only available with the camera.

Edit to review.I wanted to add that I was incorrect concerning lack of documentation for the software suite included with the camera.The camera does indeed come with full and complete documentation. In addition, for those interested in shooting RAW, Canon's File Viewer which is included with the camera is less then stellar.If, like me, you can't afford or justify the cost for Photoshop CS or the any number of RAW converters out there (most that cost over 100.00) you can head over to Canon's website and download Canon's new Digital Photo Professional.This is the RAW converter included with Canon's high-end cameras (and the dRebel XT).It is a free download and is vastly superior to File Viewer.It is much more intuitive, has a far better interface, is much faster and most importantly (at least to me) it allows you to perform corrections in real time so you can make changes on the fly.It has much better white balance control, and allows you to easily adjust hue and saturation, and lightness and contrast all while the file is in a RAW format.The only down side is that you cannot download the images to Digital Photo Professional directly from the camera as you can with File Viewer.You must either download from a card reader, or download using another application (such as Image Browser (included with the camera.

Canon Digital Rebel SLR
The Canon Digital Rebel SLR is no doubt, still the best digital SLR on the market for those who want both the combination of quality at an affordable cost. Since my purchase of the camera nearly a year ago I have found it to be quite a splendid camera, the 6.3 Mega pixel image sensor delivers great resolution with vivid, accurate colours. The lens which comes with most of the rebel packages (Canon EF 18-55mm lens) also delivers surprisingly good captures (don't be fooled just because of the cheap price of the lens sold separately) The Interface of the Rebel is very simple to use and has features for both the new photographers and semi-professionals. Highly recommended.

P.S. I believe that it is advantageous to purchase the Rebel along with the EF 18-55mm lens as well as the 75-300mm zoom lens, both made by Canon.
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Canon EF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 II Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
by Canon Cameras US
Average Customer Review:
Electronics
list price: $220.99 -- our price: $112.22
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Features

• Quiet Autofocus with DC motor and rubber belt-drive
• EF mount; standard zoom lens
• Environmental-friendly lead-free optical glass system
• 28-80mm focal length
• f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture

Reviews (8)

Get the 50mm/1.8 instead
This was the kit lens with my film rebel camera. Its decent, but not worth the price. Get the 50mm f/1.8 from Camera - its much better than this.

Poor quality
Very poor quality lens.Came with a Rebel kit.Inoperable after a year of ownership.$120 repair estimate -- more than the new cost.I recommend you avoid this lens.

not bad.... but you should consider paying a little more
I, like most people, got this lens when buying a kit.Unlike one review, I found this lens to have excellent optics.While not quite like a Nikon lens, the quality of pictures the lens produces is more than enough for most users.For the past 4 years, I have thouroughly enjoyed using it.Unfortunately, something is not ligning up on the connections between the lens and the camera body and the camera is unable to read/set the aperture on the lens, therebye making it impossible to take pictures.I have used other lenses on the body, and they work fine, so I'm assuming it is a problem with the lens.Consider paying a little more when buying a lens... in the long run, it might save you money. ... Read more

Asin: B00004THCX
Sales Rank: 3892
Subjects:  1. Zoom    2. EOs    3. Telephoto    4. (2)USM    5. Photograph Photography    6. Filter (Filters)   

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX HSM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
by Sigma Corporation of America
Average Customer Review:
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list price: $1,139.99
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Features

• Number of blades in diaphragm: 9
• Angle of View: 34.3 degrees -12.3 degrees
• Lens Constructions: 14 Groups 17 Elements
• Mount: Canon EF (AutoFocus)
• Minimum Aperture: 32

Reviews (3)

Super lens for the money
I bought this lens shortly after buying my Canon 20d.Given the weather in Moscow, wasn't able to give it a real trial.First impressions were not exciting.A few weekends ago, I went "candid hunting" in Red Square.With a polarizer attached, this lens blew me away.The boken was nice and the lens seemed sharp enough.I compare it favoribly to my 100-400 canon L lens. If you are looking for a fast reasonably priced high quality zoom in this range, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to you.Of course I would rather have the Canon L with IS, but for the money, I am pleased with the lens.

Average lens for an average price...
Let me start by saying that the lens looks very nice.It's build quality seems ok.The zoom ring has a little play to it when zoomed out and there is a little play when attached to my Canon 20D.The lens is not very sharp at f/4 or 2.8, but you can get by with sharpening in photoshop.I also bought a Sigma 1.4x comverter and I have to shoot at f/8 to get a sharp image.The focus is very quiet but is not that fast.It searches a lot and seems to focus just behind fast moving subjects.I switched over from Nikon and I didn't have a ton of money to buy all of the Canon EF lenses.If you have the extra money buy the Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8.I'm sure it's focus is right on and is tack sharp.But if you're on a budget like me you'll have to settle for the Sigma.You always get what you pay for and I feel that I should shelled out the extra money for the Canon.I hope this will save a few people the mistake that I made.

Great Lens/Great Price. Don't hesitate to consider this lens
First the technical data
Specifications

Filter Size 77mm
F-Stop Range 2.8 - 32
Minimum Focus Distance 72" (6')
Magnification 1:7.8
Zoom/Focus Control Two-Touch (Twist)
Angle Of View 43.3 (70mm) - 12.3 (200mm)
Groups/Elements 14 / 17
Length 7.1"
Max. Diameter 3.4"
Weight 49 Oz.
Specialties "Hyper Sonic Motor" For Quiet And Smother AF, Instant Manual Focus Override In AF Mode, Low Dispersion Glass, Non-Rotating Front Ring, Tripod Collar

I have owned this lens for about a year now in the Canon EOS mount. When first considering this lens, I debated over buying it or the more expensive Canon version. After reading numerous reviews, it was obvious that many other users felt this to be a great lens, comparable to Canon's, but at a much lower cost. So, I decided to get the Sigma version. I have never been sorry for that decision.

I should note that I have used both this lens and the Canon equivalent, so comparisons can be drawn from this. I have not used any comparable Nikon or other lenses in this focal range.

This lens allows for great versatility. There are numerous scenarios in which this lens performs well. Below are just a few.

Positives
1) The 2.8 aperture allows for great low light photography, or dusk/dawn outdoor photos
2) In the 85-135mm range, the constant 2.8 aperture makes this a very good portrait lens; throwing the background out of focus and making the subject stand out.
3) With the Sigma 2x APO teleconverter, this lens becomes a very nice 140-400mm 5.6. It will still autofocus with all Canon EOS bodies, and produces sharp photos despite the 2X converter.
4) High Speed focusing motor, rivals Canon's USM technology
5) APO, low dispersion glass produces top quality images with clear, contrasty images
6) Full time manual focus
7) Tripod mount is included, something that Canon will make you pay for...
8) Very sturdy lens design, solidly constructed

Negatives
1) Tends to hunt just slightly more than the Canon Version. This is easily overcome with full time manual focus
2) When the hood is attached in the "storage" position (reversed on the end of the lens) the full time manual focus ring is hard to manipulate
3) HSM is just slightly slower than USM (Canon's ultrasonic focusing technology)
4) Lens is heavy, but so are all similar lenses. I suggest a monopod if prolonged use is expected

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Sigma also has a new 100-300mm F4 lens that is similar in quality and design to this 70-200mm version. If you tend to stay at the longer focal lengths and don't need the extra 2.8 f stop, then I would suggest looking into the 100-300 F4 lens that is new to the market.

Overall, I am very happy with the performance of this lens. In my opinion it is well worth the price tag and with the money you save over the Canon version can be spent it in other areas. I used the extra savings to purchase the 2X teleconverter and a few 77mm filters.

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Sales Rank: 2120
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Sigma 14mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical HSM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
by Sigma Corporation
Average Customer Review:
Electronics
list price: $1,119.99
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Features

• Accepts rear slip-in gelatin filters
• Dedicated to Canon AF SLR cameras
• Extra-wide aspherical lens provides higher optical performance
• Antiflare features and crisp-to-the-edges images
• World's shortest, nonfisheye, wide-angle focal length AF lens

Reviews (2)

Good on a digital SLR
My copy of this lens gives good image quality, though it does have slight barrel distortion (things near the edge of the field of view bulge out very slightly). This is typical for this wide of a lens, and isn't noticeable unless viewing something with lots of straight lines near and parallel to the edge of the frame.
I like the lens, but do make sure you really want a lens with a field of view THIS WIDE. It's nice for landscapes, but they will all have everything but the kitchen sink in each shot. You can't use this lens to isolate a particular feature of interest like you can with a standard or a telephoto lens.
One feature nobody seems to pay much attention to on this lens is that it can focus very close! You can do a sort of wide-angle macro work with this lens, if the light is good.
I recommend it as a relatively affordable alternative to the Canon or Tamron equivalents, if you are sure a 14mm lens is something you really want. I like mine, but occasionally have second thoughts about needing a lens this wide. Finally, I should mention that I use a digital SLR which only uses the central 2/3 of the lens.I've seen reports from others saying that edge distortion on this lens is unacceptable with a full-frame film camera.

What a wonderful piece of glass
To echo what is said about the new release SIGMA lenses - WOW.

Canon look out. I was shopping for a new toy for XMAS and settled on the CANON 14mm F2.8L lens. It was very nice but for the price hard to justify. I asked for an eval of the Canon and this, the Sigma alternative at 1/3rd the price. Head to head testing of the lenses on my Canon EOS 50 (ELAN) using ISO 200 film resulted in the Sigma producing a crisper image with better definition and colour saturation. Both lenses have a little "flattening" of the image at the edges as they try to compensate for curvature but the Sigma in my opinion is closer to true.Neither lens had any trouble Auto-Focusing during the day (Canon felt a little faster). The Sigma was a little unsure of itself on when I went for a night/bulb exposure of the starscape. Switched to Manual, set for infinity and away we went. My only other issue with the Sigma is the lens hood is not quite big enough where the Canon is spot on. Still you have to be looking really hard for faults to find them.

Tooling around with the lens has been lots of fun. I had never considered using the lens for indoors shots but it is magic. Architecture photography is going to be a new thing for me I think. ... Read more

Asin: B0000501T0
Sales Rank: 7718
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Canon Speedlite 420EX Flash for Canon EOS SLR Cameras
by Canon Cameras US
Average Customer Review:
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list price: $299.99 -- our price: $186.94
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Editorial Review

Though TTL compatible with all Canon EOS cameras and the manual-focus T90 SLR, the Canon Speedlite 420EX flash is also E-TTL compatible with all A-type bodies: EOS-1v, EOS-3, Elan 7 / 7E, Elan II/IIE, Rebel 2000, Rebel G, and EOS IX and IX Lite. The E-TTL function gives you features like high-speed FP sync mode and FE lock (spot/partial flash metering). The swivel head of the 420EX lets you bounce the light off the surrounding surfaces, giving your images soft, professional-quality lighting.

This flash also works as a wireless "slave" flash with EOS-1v, EOS-3, Elan 7 / 7E, and D30 bodies. The remote flash firing is controlled entirely by a master unit--such as the Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2, Speedlite 550EX, or Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX--connected to the camera, making it fast and simple to set up. When used with the EOS-1V, EOS-3, or EOS D30 cameras, additional features such as lighting ratio control and modeling flash are also supported by the 420EX. ... Read more

Features

• TTL compatible with all Canon EOS bodies
• E-TTL features with some Canon EOS bodies
• Uses 4 AA batteries
• Works with all Canon EOS bodies
• Swivel head for bounce flash photography

Reviews (23)

420 with G3
I've used a 420 with my G3 for about 2 years:
the two things that have most improved the quality of my photos are (1) external flash and (2) tripod...... mostly take the usual home photos (proms, birthday parties and so on) and some garden pics...... use rechargeable batteries with the 420 and have taken more than 100 pics on a full charge (have never used them up but carry a spare set of alkalines anyway)..... also have a diffuser for the 420 but have not found it to be useful..... now looking into getting a 20D or digital rebel and the 420 will work with either

Can never have enough light!
The greatest shortcoming of the Canon Digital Rebel Camera is its built in, pop-up flash. The pop-up flash is too weak for many situations - and often is not spaced high enough from the camera body to avoid red-eye, lens hoods or telephoto lens bodies shadow. I purchased the 420EX to improve on these situations.

After a year of use - I LIKE my purchase of the 420EX.

Things I enjoy with my 420 EX:

1. More powerful than the built in flash of the Digital Rebel
2. Swivel/Bounce head offers great flexability for many different situations.
3. Synchs perfectly to the Digital Rebel's exposure computer through the hot-shoe or hot shoe extender cord. Measures zoom level of standard zoom camera lens - and gives a good overall automatic exposure.
4. Light enough to mount on an L/U aluminum bracket without throwing the camera out of balance. Use of a BGE-1 battery grip is highly recommended with a portrait photographers U bracket.
5. Not a power hog. Can get up to 150-200 photos out of a set of four 2300 amp/hr Ni-Mh AA rechargables. (Always have a second set ready to go if on assignment - with a charger for the expended batteries.)
6. Works well in slave mode. This is where it earns its money for me!
7. Works well with a bounce light diffuser hood for portrait work.
8. Height above lens eliminates most red-eye situations.
9. GREAT VALUE for the money!
10. Hot shoe mount eliminates all but the longest telephoto lens shadows.

Things I 'd like to see improve:

1. Not powerful enough. You can NEVER have enough light. The 580EX gains a full F-stop (or more) over the 420 EX - though you pay a price almost double in cost.
2. Battery door is flimsy - and sometimes fails to latch securely. (This is embarassing when you're shooting for a client and batteries are rolling all over the place - I know... I need to be more careful!!!)
3. Tends toward underexposure in large or high ceilinged rooms. (You can never have enough light!)
4. Lacks strobe, LCD display functions of the more expensive EX580.

A good solid product for most occasions. A great value for the money. Improves on the Digital Rebel's anemic pop-up flash. Eliminates most red-eye situations. Still not powerful enough for the discriminating photographer.

Got a Canon SLR? Shoot Inside? Get a 420EX.
It doesn't matter if you shoot film or digital. It doesn't matter if you have an old Rebel XS film SLR or even a PowerShot Pro1 digicam (Not even an slr)!, if your canon camera has a hotshoe, This will work on it. And not just "yeah, it works", it'll be a "HOLY COW, look at that shot!" Bounce Flash is so easy it made me want to cry. And I use a 1986 manual focus T90 side by side with an Elan 7n. All you do is point the the flash head at SOMETHING white, and shoot. You'll never go back to direct flash. Care for wireless flash? the 420EX is the PERFECT slave, and with a 550/580EX or a ST-E2, you can control the light output without even leaving your camera.
Stop using the built in flash. Treat yourself to something nice. ... Read more

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The prepackaged assortments provide a range of artistic possibilities. Makes colors vibrant. ... Read more

Features

• Enhancing filter
• UV protector
• Circular polarizer
• 58mm diameter
• 812-color warming filter

Asin: B00004ZCKG
Subjects:  1. Filter (Filters)    2. Tiffen (Tifen)   

The prepackaged assortments provide a range of artistic possibilities. Makes colors vibrant. ... Read more

Features

• 77mm diameter
• UV protector
• Circular polarizer
• 812-color warming filter
• Enhancing filter

Asin: B00005061N
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Canon BGE1 Battery Grip for use with the Digital Rebel Camera
by Canon
Average Customer Review:
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list price: $140.99
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Features

• Battery grip for Digital Rebel
• Accepts up to two BP-511 or BP-512 battery packs
• Vertical shutter release makes shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally
• Offers double-length shooting time with two batteries

Reviews (9)

Portrait Photographers - this is your ticket
Purchased over 14 months ago - the BGE-1 Battery grip has become a permanent fixture on my Digital Rebel. The ability to power the Digital Rebel with a second battery gives me the insurance I need to NEVER look at the power bar at any event I shoot.

Things I like about the Battery Grip:
1. Second battery means never having to worry about power.
2. Portrait photography - which I do much of -- becomes less of a chore with secondary shutter controls available in the "portrait" position.
3. Great balance - using the 420EX Speedlight and a series of telephoto lenses - the grip brings better balance and lessens hand fatigue by bringing a lower center of gravity to a long lens shooting assignment.
4. Shooting portraits- using an aluminum "L/U" bracket to put the speedlight higher than just using the "hotshoe" mount - the battery access is blocked when screwing the bracket to the camera tripod mount. The Battery grip enables access to both batteries in all situations.
5. "The look for public access": When tricked out with an "L" series telephoto, a battery grip and a BG-15 eyepiece extender - one rarely needs to show credientals while covering all but the most secure public or private events. You are "in the business".

Things I'd like to see improved:
1. Plastic battery door feels flimsy.
2. Extra weight and size is not needed for the casual photographer.
3. Use of battery extender grip disallows use of a standard Canon camera case.
4. Would like similar features to its Rebel XT battery grip counterpart- ability to use AA batteries in lieu of a second Canon battery would be great! Four AA Ni-Mh's are cheaper than even the Canon knockoff recharagables.

Great accesory
This grip is fantastic. It gives your digi reb all the bulk that it was missing out of the box. The vertical shutter release are quite useful, in fact, I wish i would have bought my camera with the grip because it is difficult to retrain yourself to use the second set of shutter controls.

Also, the camera quickly converts back to gripless in about 15 seconds, because the original battery door has a secure little spot inside of the grip.

Also, it makes your camera feel and look a lot more "pro".

Good item if you need your batteries last longer.
I love this grip. As a professional photographer I often shoot for long hours and carry chargers to keep my batteries full. I got this and it has extended the time I need to break to recharge which makes my clients happy. If your a professional or need more charge then definately this is for you. It offers a shutter as well as other controls making it easier to use your digital rebel. Five stars is all I could put but would put more if I could. ... Read more

Asin: B0000CC65P
Sales Rank: 593
Subjects:  1. Digital Camera (Cameras)    2. Photograph (Photography)   

SanDisk SDCFH-1024-901 1 GB Ultra II CompactFlash Card
by SanDisk
Average Customer Review:
Electronics (11 September, 2003)
list price: $349.99 -- our price: $94.04
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Features

• High-density flash memory and optimized controller technology lets you save large image files faster
• Ultra fast up to 9 Mb/sec data transfer rate
• Small size
• Holds up to 200 high resolution images
• Works with any compact flash enabled device

Reviews (25)

Must Keep the Camera On to Save Images
I've known and happily used SanDisk CF cards before, high quality, good price.This Ultra II card comes with some worries.Since CF doesn't write at 9MB/sec, it uses a "buffer" to write a small amount (like 4 megs) to an ultra-fast buffer, then the image is slowly transferred to the main card.And there's the problem.

I lost every "last image" on my trip to Italy.When I powered on the camera, took say 5 pictures, it would record 4 and lose the last image.This is because I was turning the camera off after taking the 5th picture.I needed to leave the camera on another 20 seconds to be sure the memory card finished transfer of the images.So it's very fast, for a small burst of pictures, but LEAVE THE CAMERA ON.I did a lot of "that's cool!" pictures... you turn the camera on, take a picture, turn the camera off to save battery life.Mistake.Make sure you REVIEW the images (and not just the temporary image displayed after the picture is taken) before POWERING DOWN.

Amazon Lies
What's the deal with Amazon displaying a list price of $349.99 for this item? Good luck to somebody finding this item for $150, even at the most expensive outlets.

Liars!

First CF Card
I got lucky! After purchasing a Rebel XT, I wanted a CF card that was roomy and priced right. AT the time and place, the Sandisk Ultra II 1GB was the ticket. I was not well versed with the different write/read speads of different CF cards. The Rebel XT specs indicate 3 FPS up to 14 pictures. In high resolution JPEG mode (no RAW), my rebel XT never stopped to wait for an image to be written to the Ultra II CF card. I'm guessing I could've held the shutter release and kept on going 'til the card was full.

Take the time to read the other reviews by individuals who've done their research and are more experienced. I'm convinced based on personal experience and reading about others' and will continue to purchase additional Sandisk Ultra II 1GB CF cards. Right now I need more batteries! ... Read more

Asin: B0000CD0B7
Sales Rank: 25
Subjects:  1. Flash Memory (Flashcard, Flashcards)    2. Compactflash (Compact Flash)    3. CPU Upgrade Card (Cards, Upgrades)   

Velbon VIDEOMATE-607 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Photographic/Video Tripod with Case
by Hakuba USA, Inc.
Average Customer Review:
Electronics
list price: $104.99 -- our price: $59.88
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Editorial Review

Engineered for use with all full-size camcorders, this heavy-duty tripodfeatures a deluxe fluid two-way panhead with a versatile handle design. Thesure-grip control handle can be set in any one of four positions for maximum"follow the action" camcorder control. Built with the enthusiast in mind, theVIDEOMATE-607 has an auto lock system with a camera-safe side-mount quick- release platform and a retractable camcorder alignment pin for convenient tripodsetup.

The radial leg braces allow for maximum stability, while the three-section 27- millimeter tubular aluminum legs contribute to overall sturdiness. The legs alsofeature quick side-lever leg locks for easy leg adjustments, steel ground spikeswith adjustable rubber tips for no-slip setups, and a titanium bronze-and-blackfinish. The maximum extended height is approximately 5.5 feet. ... Read more

Features

• Geared center column with preset friction control system for quick-and-easy vertical camera positioning
• Deluxe 2-way (Vel-flo 9 MINI-PRO fluid panhead) incorporates separate tension knobs for fluid, smooth pans and tilts
• 4-position sure-grip control handle for maximum camcorder control
• Auto lock system with camera-safe side-mount quick-release platform includes retractable camcorder alignment pin
• Bubble level is mounted on the tripod body

Reviews (5)

Solid for home movie affairs
Though it is mostly plastic, the tripod is surprisingly sturdy and the fluid head movement is great. You can perform smooth pans and tilts in almost any direction without it being jerky.(Only problem is that because it's so light, the tripod will get knocked onto its side if you pan too fast. The best way to counter that is to keep one hand on the base of the tripod.) This is a great tripod if you want to make more sophisticated looking home movies as opposed to the "turn-it-on-and-leave-it-there" look of most videos.

Better than you'd think.
For the price, this is a great tripod. I've used my previous velbon 587-C for 5 years straight, and found it light, easy to travel with, with a perfectly fluid head. Whoever wrote that it's jerky may not realize that there are individual tension settings for every component, so you can set the tension to be light & quick or rock-steady. I shoot with a canon GL1, mainly live events and bands, and I've found this to be a perfectly suited solution at an excellent price.

Good one for amateurs.
I liked it, though the absense of the tilting action is a drawback. However, with certain movements of the camera on the head, the tilting action can be achieved. Ideal for a camcorder, however, I would say a bit heavy for the casual photographer like me. ... Read more

Asin: B00004TYBM

Canon Wireless Remote Control RC1 for Digital Rebel
by Canon Cameras US
Average Customer Review:
Electronics
list price: $27.99 -- our price: $24.95
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Editorial Review

The Canon RC-1 remote control makes taking group photos easy by allowing you to take pictures away from the camera. The RC-1 allows the selection of either a 2-second shutter delay or instant shutter release. Compatible with the Canon EOS Elan II/Elan IIe, EOS Elan, EOS 10S, and EOS IX. ... Read more

Features

• Works with some Canon EOS models
• Makes group photos easy
• Allows for shutter release up to 16 feet
• Wireless camera operation
• 2-second shutter release delay

Reviews (8)

Useful Accesories
I decided to buy this remotre control after I got $10 gift certificate - so I wasn't able to leave it here for $15! It is good piece of plastic! It is very small remote but nothing is missing. The cool things I like is, you can simply add it to your strap (You may have little bit problem to put it in because there is not enough space but after little bit of playing, you can do it!). This small light black bloc has small red button to release the remote from the strap. Remote is small. In his inside side is small shutter button and you can choose from OFF, Normal Picture, or 2 Seconds delay picture. Second cool thing is, you can use the holder on the strap under your big heavy zoom lens. It is made for it and I think it is nice! You may have problem, because the strap is so short but it is possible to do it. I think Canon made this little thing very well and didn't forget anything. It is small, light, useful and helpful! One thing I would appreciate to be better is the actual remote button. You have to really reach the chip on your camera to activate the Shutter. The length is good enough but pressing it like from a sid (especially right side) is little bit complicated. But I am glad I bought it! It is good help!

wonderful...
This little piece of equipment is wonderful!It's so small and light that you won't even notice it when it's attached to your neck strap.Rather than using the RS-60E3 remote switch with a tiny 4ft. cord which can get tangled up, use this and have all the flexiblity in the world...well at least up to 16ft.You can use it like a standard shutter release or with a 2 second delay.But the main reason I purchased this remote was to use for bulb exposures--just push the button once to open the shutter and when you're done just push it again to close.And the best thing about the RC1 is the price.At just $20 you can't go wrong.

Nice little gadget
I received this product a day ago and am happy with it.It's simple and reliably does what it's supposed to do.I bought it primarily for 'bulb' exposures [with my D-Rebel], but, of course, it is also useful when you want to avoid camera shake or to get yourself into the shot.

As others have noted, it is extremely light (15g) and tiny.Those reasons are why I picked this remote over the RC-5 and RS-60E3.Also, there is a camera strap clip included, so it will be quickly available.Canon is even kind enough to include batteries.This is definitely the one to buy. ... Read more

Asin: B00004WCIC

Dazzle LA ZiO USB 2.0 CompactFlash Portable Reader (DM-23100)
by Dazzle Multimedia/La Vision
Average Customer Review:
Electronics
list price: $24.99 -- our price: $24.99
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Reviews (1)

Fast, reliable, and a convenient form factor
I've had this reader for over a year now and have been very happy with it. It's fast, it's reliable (unlike others I have had) and its shape is very convenient -- no more fumbling around trying to get the proper angle when inserting the CF card. It works especially well if you attach it to your desk with some double-sided mounting tape. I'm buying my second one of these Dazzle CF readers right now, since a no-name brand one attached to my wife's computer stopped working. ... Read more

Asin: B000098XNR
Sales Rank: 32615

Adobe Photoshop 7.0
by Adobe
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (20 April, 2002)
list price: $609.00
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Editorial Review

Mixed-media professionals such as photographers, Web designers, andgraphic designers will not be disappointed in Adobe's latest incarnation ofPhotoshop. In this release, Adobe aims hard at addressing the issues of filemanagement, easy photo retouching, and smarter output for the Web. While Adobemanages to successfully address these issues, it also remains true to its photoediting roots. New and improved features and tools such as a painting option andan enhanced brush palette allow Photoshop to build on its reputation as theleading tool for image manipulators. New-school designers of wirelessapplications will smile when they discover that Photoshop 7.0 offers support forWBMP-formatted graphics.

Photoshop 7.0's new file management system comes in the form of a WindowsExplorer-like file browser that allows users to easily sort and locate theirimages within various projects. Users can now organize projects by name, date,resolution, and a number of additional parameters.

The enhanced brush palette allows users to create custom brushes and save themas presets that can be accessed from the Tools options bar. Users can easilyvary different aspects of the brush by changing the hue, opacity, or flow of thebrushes for pastels, oils, and charcoal. Photoshop 7.0 also introduces a newHealing Brush and Patch Tool. With these tools, users can easily "heal" theirimages by removing scratches, blemishes, and other imperfections whilepreserving shading, lighting, and texture attributes.

Adobe has taken great strides in revamping Photoshop 7.0 to be more Web-readythan ever before. With the help of its companion software Image Ready, users cannow easily create rollovers and complex navigation bars by using the newRollovers palette. Additional Web-ready features include enhanced Web exportfunctions that allow designers to preview images designed for PDAs and mobilephones in the WBMP format. Users can easily create a slide show of their imagesand post online using the new Web Gallery. People concerned about posting theirimages online can secure their images with the new password protection featurebefore sharing them.

Adobe has finally introduced a long overdue spell checker with wickedmultilingual spell-checking capabilities. A new search and replace featureallows users to search and replace across different layers in the same document.

While Photoshop 7.0 introduces an impressive array of features that allowphotographers, Web designers, and graphic designers to work more effectivelywith Web and wireless devices, it also remains the leading tool for anyoneserious about digital imaging. No other software package provides users with theability to create such high-quality images. --Rich Ting ... Read more

Features

Reviews (48)

Adobe Photoshop 7.0
This program is AWESOME!! I also have a Wacom Art Tablet. I love coloring digital and editing photos with this program!! It makes my art really come to life, and it very handy with all kinds of photo editing needs. Thanx Adobe!!!!!!!!

Worth the bucks
This is definitley the coolest program I have ever used! when you learn what you want/need to know, it becomes fun and easy to use! One of the best programs out there, especially if you need to restore an old photograph.

NO SERIAL #
When I try to instill I try to all a serial # the warning informed me that this software cannot instill bacause of too hits. I recived on 3/16/05. what to do. ... Read more

Asin: B000063EMG
Subjects:  1. Computer software (programs)    2. Graphics    3. Multimedia    4. Edit (Editing)