14 DAY TRIAL // It's been a while since Canon brought forth an interesting new addition to its DSLR lineup, and in order to make up for the lost time, the company's decided to now launch not one, but two such cameras at the same time, namely the EOS Rebel T3i and EOS Rebel T3, the latter being a more budget-friendly version of the former. The new Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR camera packs an APS-C-sized 18-megapixel CMOS sensor, accompanied by a DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor, a 9-point Autofocus system and a 63-zone dual-layer metering system.
These advanced features enable the camera to record up to 34 consecutive full resolution JPEG still images or up to 11 consecutive RAW images at speeds up to 3.7-frames-per-second (100-6400 ISO range supported), but also to shoot 1920 x 1080 full HD videos at 24p, 25p or 30p speeds.
Moving on to the budget version, we'll have to point out that the new EOS Rebel T3 DSLR features a 12.2-megapixel Canon CMOS image sensor, a proprietary DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor, a 9-point Autofocus system and a 63-zone dual-layer metering system.
The DSLR saves photos and videos on SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards, being able to record 1280x720 HD movies, and also features an ISO range from 100-6400.
"Everyone today is a photographer, and for those looking to capture stunning images and do more with photography, Canon has introduced the EOS Rebel T3i and T3, offering the right balance of high-end features and easy-to-use guidance at a great price. So regardless of experience level or budget, there is a Canon Rebel camera suited to a user's needs and lifestyle," stated Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies and Communications Group, Canon U.S.A.
The Canon EOS T3i Digital SLR camera is slated to hit the shelves in early March, and will be sold in a body-only configuration at an estimated retail price of $799.99, but users will also be able to opt for a kit version with Canon's new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II zoom lens at an estimated retail price of $899.99, a second kit version pairing the DSLR body with Canon's EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens at an estimated retail price of $1099.00.
Since the Canon EOS Rebel T3 Digital SLR camera is touted as a more affordable option, it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that it will sell for just $599.99 when sold in a kit with Canon's new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II zoom lens, also starting with early March.
