Only a year after the release of the Canon EOS Rebel T2i, here is its replacement -- the T3i. The T3i keeps the 18 megapixels and ISO range of its predecessor, so there is no difference in image quality.

Excellent image quality at all ISO settings; Articulated LCD screen; Ability to remotely control flashguns

White balance; Slow AF in Live View Mode

Some digital camera upgrades outperform their predecessors by leaps and bounds. Some camera upgrades move forward by inches. The Canon Rebel T3i falls into the latter camp. This follow-up to the Editors' Choice Rebel T2i ($799.99, 4.5 stars) adds a flip-out LCD, but otherwise doesn't change any of...

Quick; Good picture quality

Extremely slow Live View mode; Not as fast as the T2i, images aren't as sharp

Canon's latest Rebel T3i offers a robust feature set, a staggering 18MP APS-C sensor, good control over your photography, and an impressive array of movie modes. At just a little more than 18 ounces, the T3i feels very good in your hand.

Great feel in the hand; impressive video capabilities; good manual

Obtuse user interface

Canon's EOS 600D - or Rebel T3i as it's known in North America - is the company's latest upper entry-level DSLR. Announced in February 2011, it's numerically the successor to the EOS 550D / T2i, although the older model is expected to remain on-sale at a lower price point.

High resolution 18 Megapixel stills; Articulated screen with superb 1040k / 3:2 panel; HD video at multiple fps with mic input and adjustable levels; Wireless flash control; Neat Digital Zoom and Video Snapshot features

Modest 3.7fps shooting and small RAW buffer; Average 9-point AF system and viewfinder; Still no continuous AF for movies; Models on either side may be better for some photographers

It's time to really shake off the winter blahs and take some photos and video with the new Canon T3i DSLR. Is it worth the trip outdoors? We charge the battery and find out in our full review below, so read on.

Fine 18-megapixel images; Excellent 3-inch vari-angle LCD; Full HD video at 30 fps; 3.7 fps at full resolution

Tends to run warm indoors; Video is good but focusing is cumbersome; No burst mode in A+ auto

Canon's EOS 600D further blurs the line between a beginner and professional DSLR. Although it has a smaller frame and lacks a second control dial and screen, it still packs a lot of features.

Good image and video quality; handy 3in articulated screen; fast autofocus with viewfinder; can wirelessly control other flash units

Live View mode is slow to start up; Autofocus is noisy in video mode

The Rebel series has never been characterized by cutting-edge innovation or radical interpretations of what a camera can be - instead, the series' development seems to be driven by a calm, rational assessment of the features people want in a tolerably small package and at a price people are willing

Excellent image quality even at high ISO settings; Extremely high detail and resolution at base ISO; good per-pixel sharpness; Good dynamic range; improved by use of Highlight Tone Priority; On-screen Q-Menu offers good access to shooting settings; Excellent LCD screen is articulated (great for

Slow AF in Live Mode reduces benefit of articulated screen for stills shooting; White balance often excessively orange under artificial light; Button functions in live view mode very different from conventional mode; Key features and parameters hidden in Custom Function menu; Lacks the in-camera Raw

(1 items) The Canon EOS Rebel T3i with 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS optional kit lens is a complete picture taking machine. The latest Rebel features an LCD that swings out and can be positioned at a variety of angles, full HD video recording, wireless flash control, a respectable continuous shooting mode,...

Beautiful and useful Vari Angle 3-inch LCD; Wireless flash transmitter for multiple flashes; Robust movie recording options including full HD; External mic jack; Clear; easy to use menu system and onscreen controls; Excellent image quality; even at ISO 1600; Versatile 18-135mm kit lens option

Some physical controls (such as Display button) oddly placed; Lack of single button movie recording; Auto White Balance struggles in most indoor lighting conditions--a traditional Canon weakness

The price point of DSLR cameras have significantly dropped over the last few years. With the implementation of new technology, DSLRs are becoming increasingly simpler to use and customers buy them  for their superior image quality and manual controls.

In this arena the EOS Rebel T3i is pretty comparable to the Nikon D3200, although the Nikon lacks the Canon's swiveling screen and exposure bracketing. You can set the T3i to shoot three photos -- one at a normal exposure, one slightly lower and one slightly higher -- in case you don't like the way...

Superb image quality; even in low light; Compact and lightweight; Swiveling LCD screen; Shoots 1080p full HD video; Exposure bracketing

Tight optical viewfinder; Slow autofocus in live view; No continuous autofocus when shooting video