I am not a camera expert, but rather, I'm a busy mom who likes to take pictures and who adores my subjects. This, then, is a review from a mom/amateur's point of view. MY GOALS/EXPECTATIONS: I have always been a photo fiend, taking my camera everywhere and pulling it out at any opportunity.

This was (is) my first DSLR and I absolutely love it. Sure, a 7D would be nice; but for someone who doesn't want to spend 1.5k+ on a camera, this is a wonderful alternative. It's worked very well for me, and I don't think I've had one "glitch" or technical issue with it thus far.

good battery life; Nice features/settings; Quick Start-up time; excellent image quality; Solid Operation; Lightweight/Portable; Simple controls/menu; easy to use

noisy

I use this camera for taking pictures of quilts for my wife. I also find that I take it with me to take picturs when I get the chance.

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Fast Shutter Speed; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; High ISO Performance; Large Clear LCD

No Cons

I have been a photography enthusiast since SLR's used film. And I've owned many Digial SLR's i

Inexpensive (especially if purchasing body only) ; Excellent Image Quality; Ease of Use

Prefer the dial on higher end Canon line but for cost can't complain

Haven't used the video but it takes great pictures. I use the auto setting and it does great in setting the right light etc.

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; Good Instructional Manual; High ISO Performance; Large Clear LCD

No lens cap holder; Program Software Confusin

Got this camera for my husband for Father's Day to use for photographing our toddler. Really wish I would have bought it when he was a newborn so we'd have these beautiful photos from day 1. My only complaint is the Auto Focus feature when using the LCD screen.

Easy To Use; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; High ISO Performance; Large Clear LCD

Slow autofocus

Wow, this is an amazing camera for any beginner photographer and advanced photographers. I am amazed at the features Canon has packed into this camera and how well it does in low light conditions. I would recommend getting other zoom lenses.

What are you waiting for??!! This camera is amazing!! It will do anything you could possibly want it to do. Do not let the price scare you. Price all of this separately and you will be blown away at this value. Amateur photographers will achieve professional results just by leaving it on Auto.

For amateurs wanting to achieve professional looking photos, and, increasingly, video, the digital SLR remains king. Canon's newest entry level DSLR comes after last year's equally accessible EOS 550D, which remains just below it in the EOS range.

Canon has had an admirably tight grip on the DSLR market ever since the phenomenally successful EOS 300D dived below the four-figure price barrier back in 2003. The success of the EOS D range has never been simply about price however, but the high quality kit you get for your money.