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Summary: The Best and easiest camera to use
Review: this camera is great does all the hard work in taking pictures it is so easy to use I have never had any bad pictures
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Summary: Overall a good intro SLR with many features
Review: I have this kit for over a year and is happy with the results of the few rolls of film I shot. The body is extremely light for a SLR. The major criticism I have about the rebel 2000 body is in its manual mode setting. There's a dial on the right side of the camera top (where your index finger is) for changing f/stops or exposure time. While in manual mode, however, you have to press this little button on the camera back (right hand) to change aperture while the dial changes exposure time. I have very small hands but still find the button too small to get a good grip and located too far out to the side. If you are thinking of getting the kit, I would highly recommend buying the body and equip it with a much better lens such as the canon normal 50mm/f1.4 USM if you have the budget. It costs as much as the camera kit. The cheaper alternative would be the 50mm/f1.8 USM. Quality is similar except at larger apertures. I think a good normal lens would be a better starter kit than a low-range zoom.
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Summary: Exactly What I Was Looking For...
Review: I wanted a SLR kit that wouldn't break the bank, had everything I needed, produce great looking pictures, and make me look cool holding it. Just starting out in photography, I wanted something that I could grow with, and though I'm using mostly the automatic settings so far, the manual that comes with it is always in my bag and on my nightstand so that I can familiarize myself with the manual settings (I hear the Magic Lantern guide is great, mine's on order). The lens in pretty versatile thus far, and it also comes with batteries and a strap (which is blue and red and has the Canon logo on it, which works fine but is kind of goofy looking). I don't need the date feature, so I found the kit without it for about fifty dollars less at cameraworld.com. But if you want it and have an additional eighty dollars or so more to spend, I'd reccomend the Rebel 2000 Deluxe silver model, which is even cooler looking. I've been exposing about two rolls a week, and almost all of the photos are great and make me look like I know what I'm doing.
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Summary: Excellent Camera
Review: The Canon Rebel 2000 is a superb camera for everybody--whether you are a professional photographer or not. I am an amature photographer, aspriring to be somewhat of a professional and I have taken some excellent pictures with this camera--all of which I intend to include in a portfolio to colleges portraying one of my extracurricular activities. The camera is extremely easy to use and I have not had one problem with it for the year thus far that I have owned it. It and its accessories are worth every penny.
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Summary: Best all around camera system
Review: I have seen the pro models, in the Cannon line,and this unit was used to develop better Pro-line systems. I have noticed a lot of complaints concering grainy shots. The reson for that is improper film types,any beginner should use ISO 100 or 200 speed color negitive film,the grainyness comes from the emulsion base of that type of film.In other words ISO 100 has the least grain for color prints,this is an excellent choice for first timers.The higher speed films are recommended only for low-light condtions even when using flash,built-in or hot-shoe. Now back to the camera,this system can be confusing,but only when you treat it as a Point and Shoot camera.Read the manual carefully,don't try to rush things along,the best way is turn to a camera function reguardless of what that may be,read the manual for that function,then go step by step,this way it will make more sence. If you insist on going at warp speed you will miss out on all the great features this camera has to offer.My nabor is a pro shooter of 25+ years,he insits on manual everything,and thats ok for him,its second nature for him.I went digital for 5 years and none of the current digicams can even come close to 35mm photos.It would require a 9.5 Megapixel camera to match the quility of 35mm color prints.Back to the "Pro", he could'nt belive his eyes when he saw 1st hand how this system worked on full-auto modes.I quess the best part was when i had to show the Pro how to setup his Cannon,for all the features it has avalable,but relized later he does'nt read the manuals,he just does everything manualy...oh well.I could go on and on about this camera but i suggest that readers check out the other reviewers comments,mine seam to bounce around a bit. Thanks for your time,And most of all have fun!
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Summary: Wonderful for Creative Beginner
Review: I have had mine for several months and have produced some excellent photos with very little expertise. I purchased the Magic Lantern Guide for the EOS Rebel 2000 with the camera and it has really expanded my photographic horizons. I have used the camera for sporting, nature, and stills and have been very pleased with the outcome. I did find the lens has some difficulty auto focusing at dusk/dark conditions even though the manuals and books say that failure to auto-focus is very rare. I can't wait to get an additional lens and see what I can do next!
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Summary: Fun to use, but the picture quality???
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This camera is a lot of fun. It feels great in your hand and makes you look like a pro! It is an excellent camera for learning SLR. However, if you are like me and find that you rely on the automatic settings, then this camera will be a waste. If you use the automatic settings on this camera, your photographs will come out average. In fact, they have disappointed me. I get better picture quality with my Fuji point and shoot than with this camera in automatic mode. So if you want great picture quality with excellent automatic settings, go with a good point and shoot. I also found that this camera is just too bulky to carry on trips. I guess my point is: know what you're getting into with an SLR camera. Decide if you can handle all of the variables in taking good pictures on an SLR. Also, decide if a large camera with accessories is for you. You'll need to purchase a good camera bag. I found a great Tamrac for about $50.
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Summary: Definitely a Good Deal
Review: I am brand new to photography, and searched all over for the best deal for someone just getting started. This camera is definitely that. You get everything you need (except carrying case) to start out, and it's a great price. So it's working out for me, and it also made two of my friends who are really good amateur photographers jealous, so apparently it's good for others who aren't quite as green as me!
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Summary: Rebel is a Marvel!
Review: The Canon EOS Rebel 2000 is awesome! After months of research, trials and troubling salesmen at camera stores, I finally bought one recently and I am glad that I made the right choice. The pictures are excellent even with the standard 28-80mm lens included in the kit. My final choice was between a Canon Rebel 2000 and a Minolta Maxxum Stsi. Though the Minolta Maxxum Stsi comes with date and panoromic view mode, the rebel scored a few points over Minolta. One thing, most of the stores sell Minolta cameras with after market lenses like sigma and quantaray while you get a original manufacturer's lens with Canon. Buying a good camera with a bad lens is not a great idea! Moreover, it costs a fortune if you buy a Minolta 28-80mm lens separately. A long story short....I am a proud owner of a magnificent Rebel 2000 with an ORIGINAL Canon lens. If you are a beginner or an amateur, go ahead and buy a Rebel. You will not regret it, its great value for that price.
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Summary: Excellent introductory SLR camera
Review: I bought this camera about a year ago when I wanted something better than a point and shoot. The camera mates automatic and manual functions almost perfectly. This camera can therefore handle your transition from point 'n shoot to manual setting photography. The body is on the light side, even with the lens attached (mainly plastic components)and should therefore be handled by a responsible person.
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