For the most part the Canon EOS 800D is a very good camera which does pretty much everything it's supposed to do, and does it well. It's not a massive upgrade on the 750D, but the tweaks that have been made add up to enough of a difference to make it worth thinking about splashing out on it. The biggest improvement is to the AF system - a 45 point all cross-type design is pretty impressive for an entry-level model, and it compares well to plenty of other cameras in this regard. Budding videographers will be disappointed that it's lacking in 4K video capability - but perhaps adding it would have upped the price just out of reach of the average beginner. And that's where our main problem with this camera lies - its price. The 750D was launched with an RRP of £600 body-only - but the equivalent 800D costs £780. That's a pretty hefty price hike, Brexit or not. Add a lens and you're looking at £870, and by that time you're firmly out of entry-level territory. OK, so the 800D isn't Canon's absolute bottom-of-the-range model, but nor is it packing enough features that it'll satisfy really advanced shooters. What you're left with is a very good camera for beginners, which may well be priced out of their range. Wait for it to drop by a few hundred quid, though, and it'll be a great option for those looking to take their first step into the world of DSLR photography. Buy the EOS 800D here from Canon
Excellent autofocus; Lovely picture quality; Easy to shoot with;
Price is too high; No 4K video; Distinctly dull styling;