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Review summary: Canon's SLR fails to make the enormous splash of its predecessors, but it's still a great camera in its own right.

Verdict: Among the other minor changes is the presence of a nine-point auto-focus system, borrowed from its big brother the EOS 30D. The 350D's seven-point system was adequate but occasionally struggled; the newer system seems a little faster and more sure ...

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Verdict: The 400D is a fully featured camera that yields excellent image quality at a very reasonable price. But we'd recommend getting your hands on a model before committing to a purchase, to check you like the size and feel.

Review summary: Budget digital SLRs just keep getting better

Pros: High resolution; Great quality images

Cons: Anti-dust system not 100% effective; Anti-shake lenses cost more

Verdict: This improves on the superb 350D, but it's up against some tough new rivals.

Pros: Snappy autofocus response ; best image quality in price class ; automatic dust-removal system

Cons: Uncomfortable grip ; controls are more difficult to learn than Nikon D40x's

Verdict: Although the design is slightly clunky, the Digital Rebel XTi is the best in its price class in terms of image quality.

Review summary: Fast, simple to use and with good image quality for those it's intended for, the 400D will make Canon fans as well as amateur photographers happy.

Pros: - Good noise control, - Very reactive (startup and focus), - Good image quality/anti-dust system, - Easy handling/interesting style functions, - Large range of AF-S lenses

Cons: - Only one adjustment dial, - Narrow viewfinder (although bright), - Capricious white balance indoors, - No optical stabilization, - 18-55 mm optic a bit tight for a 10 MP sensor