We’ve spent the past few weeks getting familiar with the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 — the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR. When the box arrived on my doorstep, I dove right in and started using it.
As a mom of three lively kids, I’m always trying to capture those special moments before they disappear, so I’m in the market for the fastest, easiest camera money can buy. My ideal camera has a plethora of options for those times I want full control of manual mode (like my food photos or close-up shots of nature or travel destinations), but I also want to be able to switch it to Auto so I can capture those must-see moments when my kids are doing something particularly cute or note-worthy. AND I want a camera that is small and lightweight enough to slip into my purse. Otherwise, I won’t carry it and I won’t have it when I need it. I don’t ask for much, do I??
After using the Canon Rebel to capture our family vacation to the Poconos last week, I can say that this camera is truly a breakthrough in the DSLR market. Between my husband and me, we have quite a few cameras. In fact, our home looks like the Camera Shop threw up in here half the time. So trust me when I tell you that I know what I’m talking about! The EOS Rebel SL1 has all the benefits of a full sized SLR packaged in a lightweight, compact body that won’t weigh you down or force you to buy a bigger handbag (not that I’d mind an excuse to shop for a new handbag!)
I posted some of our vacation photos last week in my Hello from Lake Naomi post. As you can see, the colors are bright and the images are crisp.
I’m not the most techy person on the planet, so it has to be easy to use or I won’t use it. This is my first experience with Canon, but so far I am impressed with its ease of use. There was hardly any learning curve at all. I also love that despite its small size, it has an optical view finder and a nice large touch screen LCD monitor.
The Canon EOS Rebel SL1 also takes excellent HD video. My husband is the videographer in the house, so I let him loose with it.
He’s impressed with the video capabilities and says it’s particularly easy to focus when it’s in auto mode. Because of some fancy feature on the lens (I told you I’m not a techie!!) it is super fast and gets a clear shot the first time. While the kit lens is adequate, we’re hoping to add the 40 mm pancake lens to our photography arsenal very soon.
I’m not kidding when I say that Paul and I have been arguing over who gets primary use of this new camera. It’s the perfect entry-level DSLR for the person who wants to upgrade from a point-and-shoot, but it’s also a great camera for the collector who wants something lightweight and fast to add to their stockpile!
Thanks to Canon for sponsoring this post.
I would capture my four kids playing & enjoying everyday life.
The funny things my dogs and cat do..running around chasing each other
Would be the best for my study abroad next semester!
I want to capture my 21st birthday 🙂
My family!
Fishing trips
grandkids school plays
When my husband gets back from deployment
My daughters are only 17 months apart and haven’t had any professional photos done yet. I’d love to take some awesome pictures of them before my youngest turns 2. Sister photos are the best!
I would LOVE to win this for capturing special moments with my 3 kids. My middle son graduates this year, so the first thing I’d probably do is try my hand at senior pictures for him 🙂
I would love a camera. Mine is an old Nikon that has been all over the united states with me photographing bands and lots of scenic shots.
I would love to capture some pictures of my kids
I want to capture our family vacations and birthday parties n holidays.
We are going to Hawaii in a few weeks. Would be perfect for that.
I would love to own my first camera to capture my family and all the memories yet to come. 🙂
The first few moments with my newborn son – due to arrive December, 2013 🙂
I have so many events coming up to celebrate. My best friend is due in October with her first baby, we have a vacation to Florida in November, I’m building my business, and hopefully (crossing fingers) we will be back in Italy next year! I’d love an amazing camera to capture all these moments with. Great giveaway! Thanks!
I would use the Canon Rebel for my blog pictures! thanks for the great giveaway!
With two kiddos, there are so many things I want to capture with a canon rebel EOS like school plays and soccer games.
I would want to take pics of my kiddos.
I would love to capture all of my new nephew’s big milestones!
I’d use it to capture a shot of my little man in motion, since my camera just captures a blur! :/
Thanks for the chance, nice camera to work with.
I like taking pictures at Buffalo Bills Games
If I snagged this bad boy, I’d put it through its paces, capturing pics of my ACD jumping after his discs! (Those in the know, know what I’m talking about.)
I would love to capture my son’s senior year of high school. 🙂
What a great giveaway! This would be great for fall. Thanks
My friend had this camera. She carried it with her everywhere, taking photos for her food blog. Great on the go camera.