The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is an entry-level digital SLR that packs a lot of Canon's latest tech into a compact, portable body. It has solid image quality, an easy-to-use interface and good wireless connectivity.

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  Those seeking a portable and easy-to-use interchangeable lens camera with an optical viewfinder. Travelers who want to effortlessly share their photos with friends on social media.

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  Those taking photos of subjects moving quickly or unpredictably. Moviemakers who want a decent set of video capture tools.

Is there room for budget DSLRs in a mirrorless world? Canon's Rebel SL2 wonders

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  Compact size, Fast live-view autofocus, Articulating touchscreen, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, Easy to use

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  Nine-point AF system when using viewfinder, Small viewfinder, Outclassed by mirrorless rivals

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is a very functional and portable entry-level DSLR, which is easy to fit into a camera bag (or even a large coat pocket) and use. It is clearly directed at users who may wish to learn a little more about photography.

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  + Very moderate sharpening gives images a natural look, + Good dynamic range: above 10 f/stops up to ISO 800, + Consistent color and auto white balance performance up to ISO 6400, + Highly affordable for beginner and amateur photographers, + Easy video recording

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  - Noticeable artifacts at ISO 1600 and above, - Slowdown of recording after 10 JPEG and six Raw images in continuous mode, - No headphone jack for video recording

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is a solid entry-level choice for photographers who want an ultracompact DSLR that's easy to use.

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  Compact and lightweight, Improved autofocus in Live View and Movie mode, Fully articulated LCD, Up to 5 fps continuous shooting, Feature Assistant, External microphone jack

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  Modest number of AF points, Small optical viewfinder, No 4K video

Canon's EOS 200D / Rebel SL2 is a compact DSLR aimed at photographers and vloggers buying their first interchangeable lens camera. Replacing the four-year-old EOS 100D / SL1, it offers a more sophisticated point-of-entry than the cheapest DSLRs and a smaller body to boot.

If compactness matters most and you’re willing to pay a premium for it, the 200D is certainly a more powerful and desirable camera than its predecessor. It would be ideal for beginners and for travel photography.

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  Vari-angle touchscreen, Excellent Dual Pixel live view AF, New 18-55mm STM lens

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  Only 9 AF points for viewfinder shooting, You're paying for compactness, Size advantage reduced

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is the smallest SLR camera in the company's lineup. It boasts a modern 24MP image sensor, but its autofocus system isn't as good as the larger T7i.

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  Really small and light. 24MP APS-C image sensor. Dual Pixel AF in Live View. Vari-angle touch LCD. Microphone input. Guided user interface. Wi-Fi.

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  Dated nine-point focus system. Some focus lag in live view. Small Raw shooting buffer. Video limited to 1080p.

The Canon EOS 200D is the perfect camera for those wanting to make the transition to a smaller DSLR!

The smallest and lightest EOS DSLR camera to feature both an APS-C sensor and a Vari-angle LCD, the EOS Rebel SL2 is easy to bring with you. With improvements in design and construction, the EOS Rebel SL2 is portable and lightweight with no compromise in performance.

I know, you've been wanting to ask the question since hearing the model name of this camera. What does the "SL" in the SL2 model name mean? Canon's official answer is: "It doesn't have a meaning". I hate to leave you disappointed, so ...

I tried the SL2 out this Winter. As a long time Canon shooter I was looking to get back into lenses having taken a PowerShot only hiatus with the G1X III. The SL2 does not disappoint. Some notable thoughts: 1.

Just like all of the other reviews you'll read, this camera is exactly what they say. I am a professional photographer in the San Francisco Bay Area and I use this for lifestyle and wedding photography. This camera has amazing capability, and you will not be sorry!

I own two other, more expensive cameras for studio work, and one for travel. But the traveling camera lacks a mic input and fully articulating screen. The SL2 has them. Based on landscape photographer Thomas Heaton’s Review, I evaluated the camera, then purchased it from Dodd Camera.

This is a very good travel camera. It very light weight with some awesome features. Only only drawback is the focal points. It could have used a little more.

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  Light weightGreat Picture quality

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  Focal point

The body and the kit lens are AMAZING. This camera is the best bang for buck especially for a beginner looking to learn. The case that comes with it is alright, but literally all the other products are garbage. The memory cards work for a bit then corrupt pictures and videos.

This is a great buy if you are looking for a starter DSLR camera. The camera body is great, and the touch screen might be my favorite part of the camera. Strengths are the lightness of the camera and the beautiful display/touch screen on the back of the camera, and the quickness it is able to focus.

I don't do much video so this is what I want for a travel camera, a cross between my 80D and M5... On a recent trip to SE Asia my carry-on was over weight!! it had my 80D a couple lenses flash and M3 and it's lenses plus a laptop... So next trip it will be the M3 plus SL2 and netbook....

I got this camera as a replacement for my canon T5 to film skateboarding and snowboarding this things auto focus was the best, it didn't make noise when i was focusing and it made a good camera for follow cam and slow-mo.

This is a greatly improved camera over the SL1 I own the SL2 does what the SL1 does but even better and has more features now.The new auto focus is right on and keeps focus clear when doing movies now.Awesome little camera!

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  great features improved a lot over the older SL1 version.

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  The little metal on off knob is my only con it feels cheap compared to the older SL1 knob system

Great DSLR for the money. The BEST value in a 1st camera. I bought it for video quality, but love the photo quality. I quality camera that seems to grow as my knowledge/skills do. Message me at GodlogicProject.com and product reviews during my studio build!