Canon EOS 300D - Expert Reviews

Verdict: The Digital Rebel is an excellent camera at a remarkably low price given the cost of other DSLRs. No doubt prices will drop further and cameras will improve over the next few years, but right now the Digital Rebel sets a price/performance standard that's

Review summary: When the Canon EOS 300D (called the Canon Digital Rebel in the US) digital single lens reflex was announced in late 2003 it caused a small sensation. It was the first digital SLR to sell for under $2000, even if only by one dollar.

Pros: : Canon's CMOS sensor is superb. dpexpert never fails to be astonished at the low-light capability of Canon SLRs. ISO1600 images are so clean, well-exposed and with spot-on white balance that a flash is almost superfluous.

Cons: The flexible plastic body does not feel as reassuring as the construction of the competition. The kit lens, which works well enough, does not have a high quality feel and compares poorly with the lens supplied with the Nikon D70. However the price of the

Verdict: With the arrival of the Canon EOS 350D the 300D has not disappeared from the catalogue but has been moved down a notch in price. It is a fine camera, with or without the optional battery grip. A visit to dpreview's review of the camera and owners' comment

Pros: Cost, features

Cons: Casing, memory buffer

Verdict: A good starting point however certain element let the side down

Pros: Cost, features

Cons: Casing, memory buffer

Verdict: A good starting point however certain element let the side down