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Canon Digital Rebel XTi / Canon 400D (Body Only)
Canon Digital Rebel XTi / Canon 400D (Body Only)
B
HQ Grade: B
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"Very good starter camera"
  • 4 out of 5
"New toy for old timer"
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Answered Questions for the Canon 400D

Q: canon xti gets the busy sign after flash is used is this normal
A: Hi Robco,You're not the only one who's had this issue. At least one other XTi... read more
Q: Does anyone know if the Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM is compatible with the Canon 400D. I am getting conflicting answers from people. Thanks
A: S-Good for 400D.It covers a superwide angle of view 102.4° to 63.8°A pretty good ultra-wide... read more
Q: I have a question ... everytime i take pictures outside i always get a shaded face or dark pictures why is that
A: Check the type of exposure compensation you're using. I would switch it to spot compensation... read more
Q: will canon EF100-300mm 1:4.5-5.6 lens work on my xti
A: Hi,The lens are new ? If they are new, try clean the bayonet (camera mount... read more
Q: what lenses are compatable with the canon 400d
A: It also fit with 400D some of Sigma, Tamron, Tokina or Zeiss lens (if specified... read more
Q: Can I use older Canon lens on the Canon xti
A: Hi Larry,Short answer is, not really, not without losing image quality or creating a huge... read more
Q: Would the lens from my regular SLR fit this camera?
A: Lens for AE-1 are known as FD lens and will not fit Canon digital cameras.If... read more
Q: How can i make my 400d display the date on the photo?
A: The date is saved in the EXIF file of the picture.To show the date, copy... read more
Q: what is the main difference between the rebel and the 30d, besides the mp? To shoot sports is the rebel fast enough without the blur?
A: e baum,I've shot sports with both the Rebel XT and the XTi. They work great... read more
Q: Can I use EF-S lenses on my 10D
A: The 10D has the older EF mount, and it doesn't look like it's going to... read more
Q: HUGE CONFLICT! (or maybe not) Canon 20D or Canon 400D (Digital Rebel Xti)??
A: First, it's important to understand that there are three parallel generations of Canon SLRs:* 10D... read more
Q: can 4ood shoot timelapse? can it be programmed to shoot a frame every ten seconds over a period of many hours?
A: If you had made up your mind to buy 400D and for some reasons want... read more
Q: I have been on the processing side for eight years. Now I'm going into photography. What would be the best camera,setting and lenses for weddings?
A: Dee,The Canon XSi listed above would be a fantastic fit. I've shot a few weddings... read more
Q: I have a non digital eos rebel. Some documentation lead me to believe you could use these lenses on the digital. Is this true? Only certain types?
A: Absolutely! Your Rebel takes EF lenses and they can be used on all Canon DSLRs. read more
Q: the LCD on the camera, is this for reviewing the photo only or can you use it to view before taking the picture ?
A: Its for viewing only. The XSi will let you take pictures through the screen. read more
Q: Canon Lens Information Needed
A: Paulie,I don't suspect that you will have any issues with the quality. I shoot with... read more
Q: i cannot shut off the red eye reductin feature in the pop-up flash. How do I shut it off?
A: I have the 40D and it is a standard feature when set in the Point... read more
Q: Should I buy the xti or wait for the new rebel xsi due out in April?
A: Well it depends. What kind of photos are you going to be taking? If 99... read more
Q: can i get camera with optical focus more than 12x & megapixel more than 10
A: There is'nt a camera made like that yet. The s5is is 12x and 8mp... read more
Q: Why Error 99 with this camera w/ lens included?
A: I found a good error 99 post on a blog which gets into it pretty... read more

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Open Questions for the Canon 400D

Q: BUSY when I try to take pix
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Blurry View Finder
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: What Battery compatible with 400D, the battery included in kit is not upto expectation(720mAH)
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Autofocus does not work when using manual settings.
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: My Canon xsi got a busy signal when I was formatting the memory card.
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: My Canon xsi got a busy signal when I was formatting the memory card.
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: can I change the ISO while on auto on canon 400d ?
5 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: I just got a Canon 400D. When i put in the CF it says there is an error.Wont let me take pictures.Dont know what to do. HELP
20 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: 'Old' Canon Rebel G (35mm) lenses OK with Canon XTi?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Canon Rebel XTi or XT?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: what is the newest version of this camera
12 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: XTi and moving objects. How do I get the best pictures of moving objects?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: this question is fo deadwolfbones the lenses are 18-55 and a 75 -300 and i just went to a canon web site
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How do you compare the New Canon Rebel to the Nikon D80 for low light action pictures
30 points for best answer - 5 replies
Q: how does the new canon digital rebel XTi compare to the Nikon D80
30 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: it is possible to buy a international waranty for a camera
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