Canon EOS Rebel T3i Digital Camera

 

Pros:
• New Scene Intelligent Auto mode
• Video Snapshot feature
• Full HD video recording
• Vari-angle LCD
• Wireless flash photography
Cons
• Slightly heavy at 515 grams
• Body is not constructed of metal

Overview

Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera is equipped with seemingly endless features to capture outstanding images with exceptional clarity and tonal range. Among its high-end features are the Picture Style Auto, Automatic White Balance, Automatic Lighting Optimizer, Autofocus and Automatic Exposure. It is capable of analyzing image using its advanced EOS Scene Detection System, which considers faces, colors and brightness for the analysis. Apart from its 18 megapixels CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor, the T3i has a DIGIC 4 image processor, which allow for crisp and clear photos that suit large printouts and posters. It provides crystal clear display and high quality sound for shooting HD quality movies as well. Additional features include rotating rear LCD screen, Video Snapshot mode, in-camera processing and remote flash firing. The ISO range allows shooting without using flash even in low-light situations. Overall, it is suitable for professional or more experienced photographers rather than beginners.

Aesthetics

Canon is constructed from high quality materials to ensure durability. It has a polycarbonate body and a stainless steel frame. The robust construction and sturdy frame are capable of withstanding travel use and a lot of outdoor activities.

Features

High resolution: It has an 18 Megapixel CMOS sensor that captures clear images with high resolution, which allows for enlargements and crops. The sensor is based on advanced technologies of Canon’s professional cameras and is capable of maximizing the light-gathering efficiency of every single pixel.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor: The DIGIC 4 image processor accelerates the camera’s operation by working intuitively to render enhancements in fine details and reproduction of natural colors. It operates in harmony with the CMOS image sensor to perform well in any situation.
ISO range: An expanded ISO range facilitates shooting in bright as well as dim light without using flash. Enhanced noise-reduction technology and Optical Image Stabilization technology allow for further expansion in shooting capabilities.
High Definition videos: Its EOS Full HD Movie mode allows manual exposure control. The Movie Digital zoom feature and Video Snapshot feature allow for enhanced shooting options. The Video Snapshot feature allows you to capture short clips, which are automatically combined into a video file to serve as a snapshot album. The compiled video doesn’t need editing and can be shared online or displayed on the HDTV via the HDMI port provided in the camera. The CMOS sensor is compatible with more than 60 lenses, allowing for a number of options for depth-of-field.
Vari-angle LCD monitor: The EOS Rebel T3i features a flip-out Vari-angle 3-inch LCD monitor, which allows shooting at different angles. The monitor can just be rotated and held at lower angles for children or held up for above-the-crowd shooting at concerts. A complete rotation makes it perfect for self-portraits. It enables angle adjustments when the camera is placed on a tripod stand or attached to a battery grip.
Automatic Scene Analysis: The Scene Intelligent Auto mode combines digital cameral technologies namely, Picture Style Auto, Automatic White Balance, Autofocus, Automatic Lighting Optimizer and Automatic Exposure to provide a powerful tool for professional photographers. The camera can automatically analyze the image by considering the face, color, brightness, contrast and movement. The Scene Intelligent Auto selects the enhancing features and creates the best picture, with life-like skin tones and vivid colors.
Intelligent Scene Analysis: The 63-zone Dual-layer sensor of the EOS Rebel T3i camera adds to the 9-point Autofocus system. It delivers a high accuracy level even in unfavorable lighting situations, by considering the color and luminosity around the selected Autofocus points. As the metering sensor is capable of measuring colors, focusing errors and exposure errors caused by varying light sources are diminished. The camera renders a stable exposure even for backlit scenes, by balancing the subject and background.
Memory card compatibility: The camera uses SD, SDXC and SDHC memory cards, which are compact, economical and readily available in larger capacities. Besides, its compatibility with Eye-Fi SD cards allows wireless uploading with ease.
The Best Optics using EF lenses: Its compatibility with the EF line of Canon lenses allows the utilization of a wide range of lenses for travel, still life, sports and any other type photography. It is also compatible with the lightweight EF-S lenses that include ultra-wide angles and super telephoto lenses. Select lenses from Canon employ Image Stabilization technology that minimizes the effects of shaking.
Wireless Flash: The wireless flash triggering feature incorporatedin the camera allows you to trigger several off camera flashes, that too at various output levels.

In-camera Feature Guide: A Feature Guide appears on the camera’s LCD and displays descriptions about the respective function. It appears for all shooting modes and for Quick Control screen functions.

Conclusion

Featuring the latest DIGIC 4 Image Processor and 18.0 mp CMOS Image Sensor, apart from advanced technologies like Full HD video recording, Wireless flash features, articulating LCD monitor and Scene Intelligent Auto mode, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Cameraoffers the best in its compact package.