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Canon EOS 1100D Rebel T3

Based on 41 reviews

Excellent:

8
Good:

16
Average:

13
Bad:

4

Pros

Good ergonomics; varied button-shapes make it easy to operate by feel, Solid build for a plastic-bodied camera, Generally good image quality for its class, Reasonably wide sensitivity range for an entry-level model, Excellent detail from RAW files.
Responsive, good quality 12.2-megapixel DSLR, 720p HD Videos at 30 fps, 3fps burst mode.
Loads of advanced features.
Quick and easy access to many settings, Live View and HD video recording (albeit at 720p only), Supplied with decent RAW and remote control software.

Cons

Control dial is very stiff, and not ideally angled for comfort, Flash button is easy to miss, since it lacks a screen-printed label, New viewfinder has slightly less magnification, much narrower diopter adjustment range.
No front AF Assist lamp (uses built-in flash), Images not super sharp, Awkward control placement.
A nothing-but-the-basics feature set and claustrophobic viewfinder leave the camera an uninspiring shooter.
Sloppy grip, Small LCD.
Continuous shooting buffer small. Slows down for RAW, Relatively small 2.7in screen, Weaker popup flash than many rivals.
Combined battery.

By evogadget.com on June 01, 2012

The Canon EOS Rebel T3 (1000D) will definitely lose in a competition with what's currently on sale. So yes, this camera is indeed Canon's least inspired...

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By Shutterbug on February 09, 2012

“We’ve got to consider the pros and cons, make a list, get advice…” —Jim Backus in Rebel Without a Cause I don’t blame you for being confused. I just tested the EOS Rebel T3i, which I really, really liked, and along...

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By Photo Answers on January 02, 2012

Earlier this year Canon refreshed its entry-level lineup with the 1100D, which sits just below the 600D in the companys D-SLR range....

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By PC Advisor on October 25, 2011

The Canon EOS Rebel T3 is a solid albeit unexciting, entry-level DSLR that is—for the most part—easy to use. Beginner photographers or those who want a little help along the way will appreciate the camera's on-board Feature Guide;...

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By PC Mag on October 19, 2011

The Canon EOS Rebel T3 is a decent entry-level D-SLR, but spending just a little more can get you a better-performing compact interchangeable lens camera with a smaller build....

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By The Imaging Resource on September 26, 2011

Although it occupies the entry-level position in Canon's SLR lineup, the Rebel T3 has a fairly rich feature set, and offers a significant step forwards from the earlier Rebel XS. Handling is good, with a comfortable grip, although those with larger...

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By ThinkDigit on September 20, 2011

As it stands, the 1100D is a good camera to buy for upgraders from a 1000D, or even Nikon shooters with a D60 who want to change over. If you are using a compact camera and looking to upgrade to a dSLR, the 1100D will expand your shooting...

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By Macworld UK on September 19, 2011

This 12.2-megapixel DSLR upgrades the 1000D and slots in at the start of the EOS range, where it does battle with Nikon’s equally beginner-friendly D3100. As this is supposed to be Canon’s most affordable DSLR, it unsurprisingly features a...

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By Smarthouse on August 02, 2011

Key Features * 12.2-megapixels * DIGIC 4 image processor * 9-point AF system * ISO 100 - 6400 * 1280 x 720 HD movies at 30fpsThe 1100D is aimed primarily at first-time DSLR buyers on a budget, and at compact users looking to upgrade to...

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By DigitalCameraInfo on July 29, 2011

The Canon T3 is an entry-level DSLR camera, coming in at just $499 for the body only. As such, we weren’t expecting miracles, though the camera does suffer from obvious cost-cutting in production and a truncated feature-set that keeps the T3...

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