The 1100D replaces the 1000D, Canon's basic starter SLR. It adds a slightly higher resolution 12-megapixel sensor and standard HD (not full HD movies).
There's a revised version of the 18-55mm kit lens too. The new Feature Guide pitches this camera straight at beginners, and it looks like a cautious upgrade designed not to undermine the more expensive cameras in the range.
- Launched: February 2008
- Type: Digital SLR
- Sensor: APS-C 22.2 x 14.7mm
- Resolution: 12.2 megapixels
- Lenses: Canon EF-S, EF
- Key features: Standard HD movies, Feature Guide
- Links: Press release, Product page
The 1600D replaces the 550D as Canon's top amateur/beginners SLR. On the surface, it's not much different to the 550D, offering the same sensor size and resolution, but adding a Feature Guide for novices and an articulating display. It's a step-down from the EOS 60D and EOS 7D, which have sturdier metal construction and faster continuous shooting.- Launched: February 2008
- Type: Digital SLR
- Sensor: APS-C 22.3 x 14.9mm
- Resolution: 18.0 megapixels
- Lenses: Canon EF-S, EF
- Key features: Full HD movies, Feature Guide, articulating LCD
- Links: Press release, Product page
