Canon EOS 200D: The Canon EOS 200D is a solid performer at an attractive price

High image quality, Responsive and straightforward in live view mode, Class-leading video autofocus

Autofocus with the viewfinder is relatively basic, Some manual controls are hard to access

The new Canon EOS 200D represents a big step forward from the 4-year-old 100D / SL1 model, with a deeper hand-grip, vari-angle LCD screen, faster Dual Pixel Live View auto-focusing system, 1080p movies at 60fps, Bluetooth connectivity and longer battery life.

Beginner friendly DSLR with superb vari-angle screen

World’s lightest DSLR with vari-angle screen, Fast focusing performance in Live View, Intuitive layout of buttons and dials, Guided user interface helps beginners learn the key controls and settings

Basic arrangement of 9 AF points, Single scroll dial on the top plate

A great first option for beginners who prefer DSLR-style handling and features over those on mirrorless cams

Compact size for a DSLR, Has an optical viewfinder, Good image quality in most conditions, Big range of lenses

Still larger than mirrorless rivals, Only nine AF points

Canon is having an absolute stonker of a year so far, with a plethora of new releases and the number one DSLR, CSC and full-frame cameras – the 1300D, M10 and 5D MkIV respectively.

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is an entry-level digital SLR that packs a lot of Canon's latest tech into a compact, portable body. It has solid image quality, an easy-to-use interface and good wireless connectivity.

Those seeking a portable and easy-to-use interchangeable lens camera with an optical viewfinder. Travelers who want to effortlessly share their photos with friends on social media.

Those taking photos of subjects moving quickly or unpredictably. Moviemakers who want a decent set of video capture tools.

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is a very functional and portable entry-level DSLR, which is easy to fit into a camera bag (or even a large coat pocket) and use. It is clearly directed at users who may wish to learn a little more about photography.

+ Very moderate sharpening gives images a natural look, + Good dynamic range: above 10 f/stops up to ISO 800, + Consistent color and auto white balance performance up to ISO 6400, + Highly affordable for beginner and amateur photographers, + Easy video recording

- Noticeable artifacts at ISO 1600 and above, - Slowdown of recording after 10 JPEG and six Raw images in continuous mode, - No headphone jack for video recording

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is the smallest SLR camera in the company's lineup. It boasts a modern 24MP image sensor, but its autofocus system isn't as good as the larger T7i.

Really small and light., 24MP APS-C image sensor., Dual Pixel AF in Live View., Vari-angle touch LCD., Microphone input., Guided user interface., Wi-Fi.

Dated nine-point focus system., Some focus lag in live view., Small Raw shooting buffer., Video limited to 1080p.

“With plenty of new features and tech, the SL2 easily outshines its predecessor -- but not much else.”

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is a solid entry-level choice for photographers who want an ultracompact DSLR that's easy to use.

Compact and lightweight, Improved autofocus in Live View and Movie mode, Fully articulated LCD, Up to 5 fps continuous shooting, Feature Assistant, External microphone jack

Modest number of AF points, Small optical viewfinder, No 4K video