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Canon EOS 1100D reviews
You can find here the most interesting reviews / ratings from the well-known expert sites about the Canon EOS 1100D Camera. Here are the reviewers:
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- 21 July 2011 - |
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- 3.5 |
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- 20 July 2011 - |
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- 0 |
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- 03 July 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 13 April 2011 - |
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- 3.5 |
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- 13 April 2011 - |
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- 4 |
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- 11 April 2011 - |
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- 3 |
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- 24 March 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 23 March 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 16 March 2011 - |
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- 4.5 |
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- 07 February 2011 - |
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- 0 |
TrustedReviews 's conclusion / rating - 21 July 2011 |
The EOS 1100D is a competent entry-level DSLR that currently offers the cheapest way into the Canon DSLR system. Fairly easy to use and able to produce consistently good image quality there isn't much that's inherently wrong with the 1100D. Yes, the shiny plastic finish doesn't score highly in the style stakes and the small, low-resolution LCD monitor isn't much of a selling point either, however the camera itself remains solid enough. If you're a firs-time DSLR buyer and really want to get on board with Canon then it may well be worth saving up a bit more and lavishing it on the 550D - it might be a year older, but for the extra £100 or so, it's also quite a bit more camera. If your budget can't stretch that far then the 1000D remains a decent enough camera to learn the ropes with...
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- 3.5 |
Complete review here
Steves Digicams 's conclusion / rating - 20 July 2011 |
Canon continues to produce powerful, yet affordable dSLRs for the masses, and the Canon EOS Rebel T3 is no exception. If you are looking for your first dSLR, the T3 is a worthy candidate that will offer you superior performance and image quality compared to your point-n-shoot, along with a broad range of exposure options that will help you further your photography skills. With a MSRP of just $599.99 US for the EOS Rebel T3 and EF-S 18-55mm IS II kit lens, the T3 is hard to beat in your are looking for an extremely affordable dSLR. If you love the T3, but would like a bit more versatility in both the still image and video departments, we highly recommend you look at its big brother, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i...
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- 0 |
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CameraLabs 's conclusion / rating - 03 July 2011 |
Canon's EOS Rebel T3 / 1100D is a solid entry-level DSLR which ticks the boxes of most first-time buyers without breaking the bank. By employing numerous parts from previous models, there's no surprises in terms of performance, but the 12 Megapixel sensor with Canon's latest metering system deliver good-looking images, and you also get a decent Live View mode and the opportunity to film 720p HD video, albeit with auto exposures and manual focusing only.
Unlike some entry-level models, the T3 / 1100D also presents several ways to directly access settings like the ISO, white balance and AF area. If you're an enthusiast on a budget, you'll definitely appreciate being able to access these quickly and easily, although on the flipside, if you're a beginner, you'll find the hand-holding GUIDE mode of the rival Nikon D3100 much more friendly.
For me, this is the big difference between these two cameras: sure there's a number of specifications where numerically the Nikon comes out on top, but in my tests only a handful made any difference in real-life conditions. But where the cameras significantly differ are in their approach to controls and beginners. The Canon is better for those who know what they want to adjust, whereas the Nikon is better for those who want more guidance.
Of course the decision could simply be made on price. The Nikon D3100 may be classier in a number of respects (and addresses most of the negative points below), but you'll be paying more for it, and again if you need to quickly change lots of settings you might find it frustrating over time. Close to the D3100's price you could alternatively go for a mirrorless 'EVIL' model like the Panasonic Lumix G3, which with full-time live view and effective face and scene detection is arguably superior for beginners shooting in Auto. Heading in the other direction, there are a handful of DSLRs which are cheaper, including the Sony Alpha A290, but while it does sport built-in stabilisation, it's lacking Live View and movies which many entry-level buyers want.
Ultimately while some of the EOS Rebel T3 / 1100D's specifications are fairly basic, it does offer good image quality, Live View and 720p HD movies from a big-name at an affordable price. As such it represents a good choice for entry-level DSLR buyers, but if you want anti-shake, make sure you go for the kit with the IS lens...
Complete review here
DPReview 's conclusion / rating - 13 April 2011 |
The Canon EOS 1100D is a solid entry-level performer but doesn't offer anything out of the ordinary. The image quality is decent, it's easy to use and beginners will find their way around the user interface pretty quickly. However, as usual it is worth having a closer look at other options in the market as well.
The competition in the entry-level bracket is fierce and some rivals offer arguably better specifications at very similar price points. Our new camera comparison tool gives you a good overview of the specification differences between the Canon EOS 1100D and its closest competitors. The Nikon D3100, which is from a price point of view quite close to the 1100D, comes with a larger screen, a 1080p full HD video mode, higher maximum ISO, more AF points and a more powerful built-in flash. The Pentax K-r is only slightly more expensive and comes, like the 1100D, with a 720p video mode but puts a higher screen resolution, faster continuous shooting, a larger viewfinder and a more customizable user interface on top.
Despite the, on paper, comparatively weak specification we quite enjoyed shooting with the EOS 1100D during the four weeks or so we have been working on this review, which shows that, at least in the entry-level bracket, good ergonomics and a thought-out user interface can be more important than some additional bells and whistles. Nevertheless there are other very good products available at this level and if you're not limited in your choices by owning a stack of EOS lenses, we'd recommend you have a good look at the alternatives as well
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Complete review here
ePhotozine 's conclusion / rating - 13 April 2011 |
The Canon EOS 1100D delivers great image quality, with excellent noise levels, right upto ISO3200. It's not until ISO6400 that you start seeing noise artefacts, or hot black and white pixels. The colour produced in images is excellent with very rich colours, high levels of saturation and good contrast, sharpness, and tone. The options can be altered, although the default settings are good enough that you shouldn't need to alter this.
However the camera is designed to meet an entry level price point, and unfortunately, you can tell when you pick the camera up, it feels as though the body is made out of budget plastic. If you switch to RAW+JPEG shooting the continuous shooting speed drops to 2fps, discouraging users from shooting RAW with this camera, one of the key growth areas for entry level photographers. Live view focusing is also noticeably slower than the high speed focusing when used without live view, making it less appealing to use the live view mode.
The Canon EOS 1100D is a great entry level camera, and image quality is excellent, however I feel you get a much more well rounded package from other SLRs, especially as the entry level kit lens does not feature image stabilisation, and to get that feature you have to spend an extra £60-£70. If the price of the camera plus IS kit lens drops to match the competition, or if you already have a lens to use with the body then this camera is Recommended...
Complete review here
Digitalversus 's conclusion / rating - 11 April 2011 |
The EOS 1100D is a nice upgrade of Canon's entry-level SLR. It meets all the current market standards but offers nothing more than its competitors. For example, there's no high-def screen, no stereo microphone, and a non-stabilised kit lens that still has everything to prove...
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- 3 |
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PhotographyBLOG 's conclusion / rating - 24 March 2011 |
The EOS 1100D / T3 is a great entry-level DSLR camera that's well-suited to its beginner target audience. The combination of proven metering, auto-focus and processing systems with a sensible 12 megapixel sensor and simplified control layout is a winning one. There are some notable downsides - the low-resolution LCD screen, lack of an integrated cleaning system, too smooth hand-grip, no spot metering mode, no manual video settings, and the puzzling omission of Scene Intelligent Auto mode - but the EOS 1100D / T3 ultimately delivers great image quality with the minimum of fuss at a very competitive price.
The small body, large buttons and intuitive external controls, Creative Auto mode and on-screen Feature Guide make the EOS 1100d more appealing to owners of compacts looking to upgrade to a DSLR, but we'd also have liked to see an integrated cleaning system and the Scene Intelligent Auto mode included too, both features which would have made this camera even more beginner-friendly. On the other hand, the EOS 1100D / T3 offers a number of key features that have made their way down the EOS range, most notably the 63-zome metering, 9-point AF system and Digic 4 processor, which help to make this a reliable and responsive camera.
The sensible 12 megapixel CMOS sensor may not make any headlines, but it does result in a very usable ISO range of 100-6400, with only the top setting really suffering from objectionable levels of noise. 720p video is another conservative choice, with no manual control over exposure and no auto-focusing during recording, but it does provide a solid enough introduction to the world of movie-making. We would have liked to have seen a higher-resolution LCD screen, though, with the 2.7 inch, 230K fixed screen looking rather under-specced compared to the competition and also the next model up the Canon range.
It's pretty hard to complain, however, when less than £500 / $600 buys you a DSLR camera with a standard zoom lens, which is easy and quick to operate, has most of the features that you'll actually use everyday, and delivers excellent image quality even in low light. The Canon EOS 1100D / T3 is in many ways a bigger leap forward than the 600D model that was announced at the same time, bringing a compelling DSLR experience to a much wider audience. Highly Recommended...
PhotographyBLOG's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
PhotoReview 's conclusion / rating - 23 March 2011 |
Buy this camera if:
- You're looking for a keenly-priced entry-level DSLR camera with most of the sophisticated functions provided by pro-sumer level models.
- You want excellent performance in all kinds of lighting, including high resolution and low noise levels at high ISO settings.
- You'd like the ability to shoot 720p HD video clips.
- You're interested in shooting raw files.
Don't buy this camera if:
- You require high burst speeds and buffer capacity.
- You require a more robustly built camera...
PhotoReview's rating: |
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
Pocket-lint 's conclusion / rating - 16 March 2011 |
Out of the four main budget/entry DSLRs on the market - also including the Sony Alpha 390, Pentax K-x and Nikon D3100 - the Canon 1100D comes good right across the board. And thats something that each of its competitors lacks to quite the same degree.
In isolation and its the 1100D that combines decent and swift autofocus as well as attractive final image quality throughout the ISO range. The kit lens may be the weakest link but, hey, there are so many other Canon EF-S lenses out there that its hardly tricky to upgrade in the future.
Despite not liking the smooth and plasticy build quality, the 1100D otherwise delivers plenty for the cash. It may currently be £500 to buy in the first place, making it towards the top-end of the price bracket, but this will naturally come down over time.
Although the 1100D may be slightly less accessible than the Nikon D3100 for the brand brand new photographer, it also happens to be the more advanced model. And with that said, it would be fair to say that the 1100D certainly raises the bar for the entry-level DSLR market. Its not totally perfect, but, all things considered, its a great option for first time buyers that we like a whole lot...
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- 4.5 |
Complete review here
Imaging Resource 's conclusion / rating - 07 February 2011 |
We found the Canon T3 to be an excellent entry-level model, with good handling characteristics, good image quality, and an unusually rich feature set for its price point. Rare to find at its bargain price point, this is a model that's approachable for beginners but could be interesting and rewarding for enthusiasts as well. We always withhold final judgement on cameras until we've had a chance to test a production sample, but in the case of the Canon T3, we're comfortable recommending it from day one: This is a very solid entry-level SLR that will please a wide range of users...
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- 0 |
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