Digital Rebel XT
I know some of you thought I would not actually buy the thing, I talked about it too much… but I did. And WOW is it cool.
The only negative criticism I have seen anywhere on the internet about this camera seems to revolve around, �??It’s not a Canon 20D�?�
Well, Duh. A 20D is about $600 more, and is target at the low end professional market, where as the Digital Rebel XT (350D) is targeted at the high end consumer level. The 350D is also smaller and lighter, so much so that some has proclaimed it a problem, but the size fits my hand fine, and if I were to take it backpacking, yes, every ounce counts.
I don’t have a nice lens yet, but I was still somewhat impressed by what I could get accomplished with the el-cheapo kit lens.
Here’s a few examples:
This is the VERY first shot I ever took, and is presented ONLY for historical reasons.
And continuing my recent trend of Moon shots… not terribly impressive, but considering that I was only using a 55mm lens (not much zoom)
This would be Delaney’s best friend, Sasha. Just about to kill the ball. 
This is Sammy, who lives with Sasha, and has far too much sense to chase Delaney and Sasha all over the park.
This is Precious Lou, who also lives with Sasha, and loves to bite Delaney on the leg. No, I don’t know why, she just does. And Delaney hasn’t killed her yet, so I guess it’s ok.
I know this appears to be Sasha and her three groupies, but I don’t think it is. It’s Sasha, with her groupie (Delaney) being followed by her groupies (Ellie and Precious)
Hey I’ve only had the camera for one day, so what did you expect? Variety?