Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Canon EOS Kiss M
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Rebel XT and Canon EOS Kiss M. 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 M was released 2018. That is a 13 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 M | 2018 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS Rebel XT is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS Kiss M is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
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 M | 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 M has 24 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 M |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss M has a 201 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel XT. 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
Canon EOS Kiss M has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel XT. Canon EOS Kiss M has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS Rebel XT has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 100-1600 |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 100-25600 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Kiss M belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
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 M
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 M can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2,8 |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS Kiss M. Sadly, the Canon EOS Rebel XT does not support this.
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 Rebel XT weighs 540 gr (equal to 1.19 lb) which is 38% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss M and its 390 gr (or 0.86 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Canon EOS Kiss M Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Rebel XT and Canon EOS Kiss M, 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 M |
Name | Canon EOS Rebel XT | Canon EOS Kiss M |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Release Year | 2005 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2018-02-26 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 779 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 8 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 100 - 25600 |
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 M |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 7 | 143 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M 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 M |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 1.8” | 3” |
Screen dots | 115000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Frames per second | 2,8 fps | 10 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 | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack NB-2LH
|
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 235 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 116 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 59 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 390 gram |