Customer Reviews

Canon EOS Rebel G Date 35mm SLR Camera Deluxe Kit w/ 28-80mm Lens

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Even though my wife gave me this camera for Christmas, I did the research on the prices so that I would get the most out of my gift. I could not find all the stuff included in this kit anywhere else for under [PRICE]. I always liked the shots I got with my other cameras, but what great pics this one produces (this is my first SLR camera). Lots of settings to play and experiment with. Also, look closely at the picture of the lens. It is a 28 x 90, not the 35 x 80 that is advertised. Just try to find that lens with this body for this price anywhere else. The 28 makes a BIG difference for your indoor shots. I hope I don't have the problems Craig Prater wrote about in his review. I know a few people who also own this model and have not had a problem, so HOPEFULLY, his cameras problem was a fluke. I've shot many rolls since Christmas and love the quality. I'll keep my fingers crossed at the year and a half mark.

I bought this camera specially for learning professional photography, the Canon EOS Rebel G Date gave me more than I expected. Its light weight body and comfortable design makes it ideal for holding steady in those low shutter speed shots and overall carrying, my first roll was amazing! the colors were vivid and the subjects very sharp, I couldn't believe a beginner like me took those proffesional-looking pictures so easily. I definitively recommend the Canon EOS Rebel G

I am the mother of two young children. I wanted an SLR camera that provided me with more options and better pictures that my point and shoot has. I shopped for months before choosing one that I liked. Canon has a reputation for producing the best. I am very pleased with my Rebel G. I especially like the quartz date option. It is easy to use for a beginner and the quality is great. I highly recommend this camera for ease, quality, and value.

I bought the Rebel G nearly 2 years ago and loved it immediately. I took it on a 16-day trip to Great Britain a year ago, and unfortunately lost the camera and all my undeveloped film on the way home. I was heartbroken, but the pictures were replaced by those taken by others on the trip, and I went out and bought the same terrific camera again. The pictures are so clear, the metering is very accurate, and it's comfortable to hold and use. Having a camera this good encourages me to take more pictures than I did with my old point & shoot.

I gave this camera to my sister for her high school graduation. She has already shot about 10 rolls of film in two months. All the pictures have come out crystal clear regardless of who took the pictures. She's still learning how to use all the options, but using the automatic flash and focus hasn't lessened her joy.

I purchased this camera in April 2002, and I loved the initial rolls of film developed. I have twins and needed an automatic camera so I would not miss important shots. In the first few months, the pictures were sharp with vivid colors and I was extremely satisfied with the camera. In July, the pictures started to develop a gray hue and it was barely noticeable until September when it was evident there was a problem. Looking back at my photo album, I now see the gradual grayness in the photos. I sent it in for repair, as Canon honored the warranty. It took a couple of weeks turn around time. However, the very first roll after repair developed with very dark shadows and the flash was operating! Unfortunately, the camera has been sent again for repairs. I hope Canon will send me a new one because I do believe I bought a lemon.

I bought this kit at a higher price but I still love it. It's a good starter to an "amateur-serious" photographer. The settings are easy to learn and fun to play with. I've just bought a 70mm-300mm lens and wide-angle lens to do more experimentation.

I realized this is a pretty old model, so the price was pretty attractive to me. I liked the idea that I would not need to shop around for the basic gadgets too. However, both the camera bag and tripod have obviously been replaced by cheaper alternatives in the kit that I received. Usually when substitutions occur they are for equivalent or better products. Not in this case.
Also, I notice that the flash (built-in, pop-up) is really only good for fill-in flash - I had to borrow a "full size" flash to take any serious low-light pictures. Thankfully it does include a hot-shoe as well as the pop-up!
One positive point to balance my overall almost disappointed rating, is the lens that was shipped with the kit. It was a 28-90mm rather than the advertised 28-80mm. I'm not sure if the quality is any better/worse, but the extra 'range' is a nice touch.
Will probably try to write an update after I've had chance to really use it over the holidays.

We were taking awesome pictures within minutes with this great camera. One thing that takes some getting used to is you have to press the "shoot" button HALFWAY down to auto focus - then press down completely to shoot. A bit weird - but after a few rolls I am sure it will be second nature.

I started to use this camera the day I recieved it and it works great. The pictures that I took with it were so clear and sharp. I especially like how easy it is to use. What I liked the most was that I didn't have to pay a lot to get a great camera. Plus it came with all those accessories. I would recommend this, or any other Canon product for everyone