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Welcome to Michael Andrew’s Blog!
Welcome to Michael's blog. Michael Andrew, (aka Michael The Maven) is a freelance photography instructor and tech innovator. Read More
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Canon Rebel XSI vs Canon 40D |
| With the recent announcement of a $200 rebate now available for the Canon 40D, it is necessary to do a side by side comparison of the two cameras because they are so close ($240) to each other in cost. I own both cameras and know them inside and out, so I thought I would provide this chart for your consideration. |
Camera Model
Current Price (BH Photo)
Megapixels
Max Frames per Second
ISO Range (including Expansion)
Max Shutter Speed
Body Construction
Custom Mode Dial Sets
Max Flash Sync Speed
Secondary Selector
Weight
ISO Selection Increments
Timer Differences
Menu Differences
Other Significant Features
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Canon Rebel XSi
$700
12.2 MP
3.5
100-1600
1/4000
Plastic, Not Weather Sealed
No
1/200
Directional Pad
16 oz.
1 Stop
Continuous Shooting
Ample
Highlight Tone Priority
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Canon 40D
$939
10.1 MP
6.5
100-3200
1/8000
Magnesium, Shock/Water Resistant
Yes
1/250
Wheel and Joystick
26 oz
1/3rd stop
10 Second Timer
Loaded to the Gills
Top LCD Readout
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| I think the extra $240 is worth the body alone for the 40D, but throw in all the other goodies, this is a no brainer. I do not see the extra pixels enough to save the XSi in a head to head competition. That said, the XSi is a sweet and very light camera, the extra $240 would be great to put towards a new lens. My suggestion is, if you can swing the extra cost, go for the 40D, if not the XSI is simply awesome. |
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