Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Rebel XT and Canon EOS Kiss Digital . We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS Rebel XT were released 2005 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital was released 2003. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2005 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2003 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS Rebel XT has a 8 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss Digital has 6,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
8 MP
7962624 pixels 3456 x 2304 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
6,3 MP
6291456 pixels 3072 x 2048 |
Canon EOS Rebel XT has a 27 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital . This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 100-1600 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 100-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel XT
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss Digital
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Rebel XT can shoot up to 2,8 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss Digital can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2,8 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Canon EOS Rebel XT or Canon EOS Kiss Digital can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS Kiss Digital weighs 645 gr (equal to 1.42 lb) which is 19% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel XT and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 645 gr 1.42 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Rebel XT and Canon EOS Kiss Digital , next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Name | Canon EOS Rebel XT | Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Release Year | 2005 | 2003 |
Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2003-08-20 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3456 x 2304 pixels | 3072 x 2048 pixels |
Megapixels | 8 MP | 6,3 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | DIGIC |
Image |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 7 | 7 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 1.8” | 1.8” |
Screen dots | 115000 | 118000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Frames per second | 2,8 fps | 2,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack NB-2LH
|
Battery Pack BP-511
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 400 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 142 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 645 gram |