Canon EOS Rebel XTi
Score: 36/100
Nikon D3000
Score: 59/100Rankings
The Nikon D3000 is an entry-level 10.2 MP APS-C DSLR introduced in 2009, aimed at beginners with its Guide Mode and user-friendly controls. It pairs a CCD sensor with the EXPEED processor and includes a VR kit lens, offering solid image quality but missing live view, video and modern focus motor features.
The Canon EOS Rebel XTi (EOS 400D) is a mid-range, entry-level DSLR launched in 2006 with a 10.1 MP APS-C sensor, DIGIC II processor and a 9-point AF system. It offers a larger 2.5-inch LCD, lightweight body and built-in sensor cleaning, targeting enthusiasts moving up from point-and-shoot cameras.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10.1 MP | 10.2 MPbest | |
3 fpsbest | 3 fpsbest | |
1,600 | 3,200best | |
1,100 shotsbest | 500 shots | |
9 | 11best | |
95 %best | 95 %best | |
2.5 in | 3 inbest | |
0.8 xbest | 0.8 xbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(2) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 10.1 MP | 10.2 MP |
Maximum ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 1100 shots | 500 shots |
Autofocus(1) | ||
AF Points | 9 | 11 |
Viewfinder(1) | ||
Viewfinder Magnification (x) | 0.8 x | 0.80 x |
Display(1) | ||
LCD Size (in) | 2.5 in | 3.0 in |
Lens & Mount(2) | ||
Lens Mount | Canon EF and EF‑S | F |
Kit Lens Focal Range | 18–55 mm (28.8–88 mm equivalent) | 18-55mm |
Professional reviewers found the XTi to be a solid step-up from the Rebel XT, lauding its image quality, compact chassis and upgraded LCD. However, they criticized the loss of the top status LCD, the noisy high-ISO performance and the inconsistent built-in flash.
Everyday users generally appreciate the camera's sharp images, lightweight feel and long battery life, but many echo the professional concerns about the missing top LCD, flash reliability and lack of video.
Professional reviewers commend the D3000 for its intuitive Guide Mode, reliable 11-point AF with 3D tracking, and useful in-camera editing tools, making it a solid starter DSLR. However, they criticize the omission of live view and video, the CCD sensor's limited high-ISO performance, and the lack of an in-body focus motor.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's ease of use, lightweight body, and the VR kit lens that helps produce sharp images. Common complaints focus on the missing video mode, higher noise at elevated ISO values, and incompatibility with older non-AF-S lenses.
