Canon EOS 1000D with 18-55mm Lens Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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This digital camera is a good all rounder. “This is virtually muppet proof, very easy to use but provides exceptional quality…” Andy, Lowestoft View all 192 real customer reviews

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192 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
96% of people recommend it.

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Build Quality	8.9
Ease of use	8.7
Features	8.7
Image quality	9.1
Value for money (at time of purchase)	9.3
Overall rating	9.1

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Experienced amateur (11)

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James, Dover , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Loads of features for the price

- found the battery hatch very easy to open by accident but extremely minor point

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purchased 30 Apr 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Easy to use for a slr beginner. Good picture quality

- Reviewer left no comment

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 13 Mar 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ EASY TO USE
EXCELLENT PICTURE QUALITY AND SPEED

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purchased 17 Dec 2008

janet, lichfield , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ This produce is good for some just starting photography but then you realize after a few weeks into your course you are better spending a little bit more and getting more features.

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 14 Apr 2009

Carol, northampton , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ ease of use, excellent build quality.

- none found yet

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purchased 29 Apr 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ The camera is wonderful - well built, easy to use with pretty much all the features I need for astrophotography.

- I use it for astrophotography, so one thing it could use is a setting for night vision on the LCD - its a bit too bright even on the lowest brightness setting.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 25 May 2009

Paul, Warminster , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ easy to use, great pictures, cost

- cant seem to get hold if it now!

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Feb 2009

Phil, Earl Shilton , “Keen amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Great for DSLR beginners like myself. Easy to use menus, straightforward options. Auto-focus and optional Live View modes really aid "point and shoot" snaps, as well as the manual options for more calculated shots.

- Perhaps a little bit "plasticky"? I couldn't find any real problems at all with this camera!

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purchased 18 Jun 2009

Hollie, Norfolk/West Sussex , “Keen amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ 1. Lens 2. Quality of the photos 3. Changing the level of brightness of the flash is very handy

- 1. Automatic focus takes too long 2. Automatic flash comes on too often. There is plenty of light but it normally still comes on

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purchased 09 Sep 2009

Mark, Suffolk , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Typical Canon quality. Easy to use with clear viewing screen. I bought this as my move from 500N into digital SLR's.

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purchased 24 Jul 2009

Daniel, Hull , “Keen amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Well put together, image quality really is excellent, the lens I ended up with (the 18-55 IS) really is quite good.

- The non-IS lens wouldn't have been anywhere near as good.

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purchased 30 Jun 2009

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Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	10.1

Optical Zoom Ratio	1
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	2.5
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital Zoom Ratio	1
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Face Recognition	No
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media Format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	No
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	No
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Dimensions (mm)	97.5x126.1x61.9
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	450
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	No
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
Resolution (Pixels)	3888x2592
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/4000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	30"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f3.5-5.6
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
Filter Diameter (mm) Lens 1	58
If you want to protect your camera or camcorder lens from getting scratched you will need a filter. A filter screws on to the front of the lens. The filter diameter is the distance across the lens.
USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components

Also known as: Canon EOS 1000D With 18-55mm IS Lens, Canon EOS 1000D 18-55 Lens

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Manufacturer's Description

With a 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor and technology inherited from Canon’s professional models, the EOS 1000D offers EOS imaging power in an affordable, easy-to-use package.

Features

10.1 MP CMOS sensor
Up to 3fps
7-point wide-area AF
Self-Cleaning Image Sensor
2.5” LCD with Live View mode
DIGIC III processor
SD/SDHC card slot
Picture Styles processing
Compact and lightweight
Compatible with EF/EF-S lenses and EX Speedlites

The gateway to your creativity.

10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
A 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail to make A4-size prints, even when cropping your image. Canon’s CMOS sensor technology also ensures crisp, sharp images even in low-light conditions.

Up to 3 frames per second
For dramatic mid-action shots, the EOS 1000D allows continuous shooting of large JPEG images at speeds of up to 3 frames per second, until the memory card is full. With a 2GB card, this lets you shoot up to 514 images without a pause.

7-point wide-area AF
A wide-area Auto Focus system uses 7 separate focusing points to lock onto subjects fast. The central focus point enables focusing even under low-light or low-contrast conditions.

EOS Integrated Cleaning System
Canon’s built-in dust prevention system guards images against the effects of dust in three ways: reducing dust generated inside the camera, shaking dust from the sensor each time the camera is turned on or off, and mapping stubborn dust spots for removal with the provided Digital Photo Professional software.

2.5" LCD with Live View mode
In Live View mode, use the bright 2.5” LCD to frame and take shots from awkward angles. During playback, the LCD provides detailed review of shots, and features a wide viewing angle for easy sharing with friends.

Large viewfinder
A large, bright viewfinder allows framing of subjects even in the brightest conditions.

DIGIC III processing
Canon’s cutting-edge DIGIC III processor – as used in professional EOS models – delivers rapid operation, accurate colour reproduction, fast start-up times, and low power consumption.

SD/SDHC memory card compatible
Shooting to the popular SD/SDHC memory card formats, the EOS 1000D is ideal for those who already own SD-compatible devices.

Total image control
Take control over the look and feel of your images with easy to use Picture Style presets. Contrast, sharpness and saturation can be customized in-camera or with Canon’s comprehensive software suite, supplied with the EOS 1000D.

Compact, ultra-lightweight body
The smallest and lightest Digital EOS model yet, the EOS 1000D weighs just 450g – and is ergonomically designed for comfortable handling.

EF lenses and accessories
The EOS 1000D is compatible with the complete range of EF/EF-S lenses, Speedlite EX flash units and EOS system accessories.

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