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Canon EOS 500D / Digital Rebel T1i with 18-55mm lens

Canon Rebel T1i / EOS 500D Digital Camera with 18-55mm lens

Nikon D3S Body only

Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera

From $545.00  |  6 stores
From $5,196.95  |  5 stores
Product Description
Canon's EOS Rebel T1i is packed with many features. In addition to its admirable performance with a 15.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD... More
Canon's EOS Rebel T1i is packed with many features. In addition to its admirable performance with a 15.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD with anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coating, and compatibility with the EOS System of lenses and Speedlites, the EOS Rebel T1i adds remarkable Full HD video capture at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080. An HDMI port allows for quick connections to high definition TVs and monitors for easy viewing of your stills and video. The entire operation is simple and easy even if you are a beginner. You'll have uncompromised EOS Digital performance with power and flexibility right in the palm of your hand. Less
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and... More
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and engineered for demanding professional use at up to 9 fps, the D3S' rugged magnesium alloy construction, comprehensively sealed against dust and moisture, delivers on its promises of superiority. Exacting moments in time are captured to an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom - Without Digital Zoom
HD Recording Format 1080p (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type SLR/Professional SLR/Professional
Weight 1.06 lb. 2.73 lb.
LCD Screen Size 3 in. 3 in.
Resolution 15.5 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Features Image Stabilization • Motion Detection • Red-eye Correction • Face Detection -
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 15.5 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Image Resolutions 3456 x 2304 • 4752 x 3168 • 2352 x 1568 1776 x 1184 • 3552 x 2368 • 4256 x 2832 • 3184 x 2120 • 2128 x 1416 • 2784 x 1848 • 2080 x 1384 • 1392 x 920
Video   
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720 • 320 x 216 • 640 x 424
Video Format QuickTime • HD (High Definition) AVI • Motion JPEG • HD (High Definition)
Video Speed - 24 fps
Lens   
Focus Type Autofocus -
Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Focal Length 18 - 55 mm -
35mm Zoom Lens 29 - 88 mm -
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f22/f38 (w/t) -
Shutter Speed 1/60 - 1/4000 sec 30 - 1/8000 sec
Frames Per Second 3.4 Frames 9 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Sunset (Preset) • Flash (Preset) • Colour Temperature Adjust
Flash   
Flash Functions Auto Flash Front Sync Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type Built-In & External External
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 3200 • 6400 • 12800 Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 12800 • 25600
Storage   
File Size (High Res.) 20.2 MB (6 images on 128MB card) -
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0 JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Memory Type SD Card • SDHC Card CompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II • IBM Microdrive
File Size (Low Res.) 0.9 MB (about 142 images on 128MB card) -
Compression Modes Fine • Uncompressed Normal • Uncompressed • Basic
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 10 Sec. 2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Tripod Mount - With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens) Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 920,000 pixels 921,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 • HDMI USB 2.0 • HDMI
Power Supply   
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life 500 Images 4,700 Images
Dimensions   
Weight 1.06 lb. 2.73 lb.
Depth 2.4 in. 3.4 in.
Height 3.8 in. 6.2 in.
Width 5.1 in. 6.3 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 579769965696 0018208913558
Product ID 84124229 90831632
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Strap • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery Software • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Charger • Strap • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
Release Date May, 2009 2009
Family Line Canon EOS Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN 3818B002 1647767
 
Consumer Reviews
Canon EOS 500D / Digital Rebel T1i with 18-55mm lens
Canon Rebel T1i / EOS 500D Digital Camera with 18-55mm lens
From $545.00
Nikon D3S Body only
Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera
From $5,196.95

Product Review Summary

4.8
Based on 25 user reviews
92% recommend this product
5 stars
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Pros
  • Excellent Picture Quality (9)
  • Great Design (7)
  • Rich Features (6)
  • Easy to Use (4)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Stylish (3)
  • Powerful Zoom (3)
  • Rechargeable (2)
  • Nice Screen (2)
  • Quality Construction (2)
Cons
  • Shutter Lag (1)
  • expensive (1)
  • Slower in continuous shooting (1)
  • Limited video capabilites (1)
  • Heavy (1)
  • Bulky (1)
Good For
  • Everyday Use (8)
  • Outdoors (7)
  • Travel (6)
  • Special Events (6)
  • Action (3)
  • Portraits (3)
  • Home (2)
  • pictures to put on Websites (2)
  • Beach (2)
  • Gifts (2)
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Consumer Reviews

872

Canon EOS 500D / Rebel T1i 15-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm IS Lens

bydkozin Jun 16, 2009
45 Helpfuls 46 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Excellent-looking photos, build quality, compact and light for SLR, resolution, HD movie...
Cons Price, 1080p at only 20 fps
Recommended it? Yes

Technology is a great thing. Whether deflation is here is a subject of debate among economists. If properly defined as a contraction of money supply and credit, then it is. But regardless of this, digital cameras definitely provide ever increasing amounts of features and performance for the... Read full review »

2

Good overall Camera for beginners with money!

byhgw139 Jul 18, 2011
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros very light, easy to navigate the menu, good ergonomic design
Cons expensive, manual over complicated
Recommended it? Yes

I have recently purchased the Canon 500D, I bought the standard kit so came with the main body, 18-55mm lens (with covers), battery, battery charger and camera strap (need to purchase SD card/memory card separately). I took it out of the box and was pleasantly surprised how light it was even with... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
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Consumer Reviews

116

Nikon D3S: Spectacular for those who need its power

bydaviddennis May 6, 2012
17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Takes beautiful images; fast and powerful; rugged and durable
Cons Big, heavy and more expensive than many used cars
Recommended it? Yes

It surprised me that nobody has written a good review of this camera, and it's a bit late since it's already replaced by the D4. Still, there are a few D3Ss left on camera store shelves, and in view of the horribly bad availability of the D4, you might still be tempted to buy one. Should you?
... Read full review »

2

Great camera!!

byderekhcchoy Sep 29, 2009
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast AF, great sensor in high-ISO situations, solid body build, compatible with new/old...
Cons Nothing really
Recommended it? Yes

If you're a professional looking for a reliable and high-performance workhorse, I highly recommend this camera.

The camera is solid, it has great features that you find useful in your day-to-day sessions and it's very reliable. Read full review »

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