I’ve just started using a Canon digital SLR- and older 2005 model known as the Rebel XT. I normally use my Nikon D50 and that’s a very good camera. But the Rebel is great camera as well, with images very sharp & good color throughout. The viewfinder is not as bright as my Nikon’s but still very usable. The autofocus is fast but quite a bit different than Nikon’s, I had a little trouble with the vertical composition shots. I guess I’m still learning about Canons. The build quality is definitely of a lesser grade than my Nikon. But it’s not so bad really, not enough to keep me from using it. I like that the Rebel has a depth of field preview, and will work all Canon EF & EF-S lenses. You can use older Nikkor lenses with more expensive Nikons, and with the D50, but most newer consumer models don’t have the focus connection.
One nice feature about the Canon DSLR is the software included. You get an image browser, stitching application, wireless file utility, a computer utility that can control the camera, and best of all a RAW processing program to edit the RAW files. The Nikon equivalent is Capture NX, but it’s an additional purchase.
Erika
