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Canon EOS Rebel GII

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The Bottom Line

This is a quality, feature packed entry level SLR camera.

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Pros
  • Good AE / AF performance
  • Strong on features
  • Uses full line of Canon EF lenses
Cons
  • No depth of field preview

Description

  • Body: Designed to be lightweight and compact with controls in easy to reach positions.
  • Lens Mount: Canon EF
  • Viewfinder: Fixed Eye Level Pentaprism. 90% horizontal and vertical picture coverage.
  • Exposure Metering Modes: 6-zone, 3 modes(1, Evaluative; 2, Partial; 3, Center Weighted Average).
  • Exposure Control: 9 Exposure modes, including full auto and metered manual.
  • Focus: TTL Area AF with 3 Focusing Points, Manual.
  • Flash: Built-In pop-up, Hotshoe.
  • Film Transport: Auto Rewind, Mid Roll Rewind, Auto Advance, Continuous Shooting @ 1fps.
  • Format: 35mm.
  • Dimensions: 5.7”x3.6”x2.5”, 12.35 oz.

Guide Review - Canon EOS Rebel GII

Canon EOS (Electro Optical System) technology is one of the most popular metering systems available. The EOS Rebel series is currently the most purchased SLR camera series. The reason for this is that they are easy to use, use the full line of Canon EF lenses and are relatively inexpensive. Lens compatibility is important because you can change camera bodies within the Canon EOS line all the way up to their professional flagship model (Canon EOS 1v) as well as their professional digital SLR models. The body design fits comfortably into the hand, and the controls are placed for easy and logical reach. This camera offers features found on more expensive cameras, but at a very low price, which makes it a great entry-level camera.

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