8.3 out of 10

Canon EOS 1000D / Rebel XS / Kiss F

10.1 megapixels

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Best Price: $442

  • User Score (2483)
    9.1 9.1 from 2483 reviewers
  • Expert Score (48)
    8.2 8.2 from 48 reviewers
  • Design (49)
    7.6 7.6 from 49 reviewers
  • Value for money (355)
    8.2 8.2 from 355 reviewers
  • Features (301)
    7.9 7.9 from 301 reviewers
  • Ease of use (305)
    8.4 8.4 from 305 reviewers
  • Performance (69)
    7.9 7.9 from 69 reviewers
  • Picture quality (298)
    8.7 8.7 from 298 reviewers
  • Durability (17)
    7.7 7.7 from 17 reviewers
  • Reliability (27)
    8.6 8.6 from 27 reviewers
  • Overall quality (68)
    8.1 8.1 from 68 reviewers
  • Battery performance (28)
    8.6 8.6 from 28 reviewers
  • Display (66)
    8.1 8.1 from 66 reviewers
  • Video quality (30)
    7.6 7.6 from 30 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (55)
    7.9 7.9 from 55 reviewers
  • Equipment (21)
    8.1 8.1 from 21 reviewers
  • Portability (11)
    7.6 7.6 from 11 reviewers
  • Customer support (3)
    7.4 7.4 from 3 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
(20)
7-8
(25)
5-6
(3)
3-4
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1-2
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Users:
9-10
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7-8
(505)
5-6
(48)
3-4
(38)
1-2
(35)

  • Expert Reviews

  1. DPexpert

    7 July 2011

    Stupid gimmicks apart, this is a good way to buy into a system than will grow with the user’s expertise. And when the time comes to move up to a better body the Canon lenses will still be in the bag to use on the new camera. And as decent lenses generally cost more than the price of the EOS 1000D camera body this is an important consideration. Read more

    • The picture quality is excellent, especially when a better quality Canon lens is fitted. Dynamic range is wide and the Auto Lighting Optimiser is useful in tricky situ...
    • The “live view” is ridiculous. The user guide recommends manual focussing in live view and yet Canon claim that they include the function because compact camera owners...

  2. PC Authority

    7.1/10
    26 July 2011

    Strong on value but weak on high ISO performance, the Canon EOS 1000D makes the Pentax K-x look like a better deal Read more

  3. goodgearguide.com.au

    review.goodgearguide.com.au
    15 February 2009

    Canon has recently revamped its SLR line-up with a new entry-level product, the EOS 1000D. Replacing the 400D at the bottom of its SLR range, this new product is yet to be given an official price. However, given the general cost structure of Canon's SLR line, it is sure to be quite affordable. Read more

    • Sharp pictures, fast operation, Live View, dust reduction
    • Focus in live view still takes some time, menu can be unclear

  4. PhotoReview

    8.8/10
    10 October 2008

    Replacing the popular EOS 400D at the entry level of Canon's DSLR range, the EOS 1000D brings yet another level to Canon's DSLR nomenclature, reflecting the days of film, when Canon's lowest-priced SLR cameras had four-figure model names. The 1000D has been designed for photographers who want to upgrade from a digicam to a more capable, better performing DSLR. It boasts the same 10.1-megapixel imager as the 400D but is smaller and lighter and supports Live View shooting. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Canon EOS 1000D

    CNET
    Reviewer: Australia, CNET
    16 February 2009

    i know no sepia mode but you can try monochrome mode...which does nearly the same .... Read more

  2. MyShopping.com.au

    MyShopping.com.au
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: MyShopping.com.au
    18 October 2008

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    • Good images, professional looking camera
    • Some levels of overexposure found in images

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A 10.1 megapixel Canon developed CMOS sensor and DiG!C III Image Processor combine to deliver the high image quality for first time DSLR users. LiveView offers the familiarity of a compact camera, enabling the photographer to preview images in real time and to compose images in confined spaces or over crowds. The EOS 1000D will take first time DSLR users to the next level of photography.

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