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Rating: - Canon Digital Rebel XTi
Received my order quickly and without problems. The camera has exceeded my expectations. Used a telephoto lens at a soccer game, and was able to capture some great shots. At home, and in low light, could manipulate the settings to get either sharp or soft images. Easy to use, even for a first time digital SLR user. Loaned it to a friend and she wants one now. No regrets, love the camera.

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Rating: - Great SLR for amateurs!!
This camera is my first SLR camera and I absolutley love it. I love the fact that there are many manual setting that you can choose from, such as setting the white balance, to the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture settings. It's great all around, and my friends think i look like a pro, although I insist i am not.

As for the kit lens, it has good sharpness, fast focusing, not the quietest though(I'm not sure wheter or not it has the USM), but that really doesn't matter to me.

If i could rate it out of 10, I'd give it a 9, it'll earn the last one after i fugure out the rest of it.

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Rating: - Amazing
My buddy helped me build this camera and I am so happy with it.
I had no clue what I was doing as for as buying a camera.
With all the reviews and his help I never miss a shot.
I would tell anyone looking for a camera to but this.
I Love It!!!

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Rating: - Best budget choice for first DSLR!
I'm new to the DSLR world but I've used an SLR before for a traditional photography class. Before the XTI, I was using the Panasonic-FZ18 but it just wasn't cutting it for me. I've read and own "The Digital Photography Book Vol. 2" and "The Betterphoto Guide to Digital Photography" so I know a little bit about photography and cameras. I've done quite a lot of research before making my purchase and I'm very please with my decision.

Pros:
- Great Price
- Images are sharp and low noise at higher ISOs
- Dust Removal System
- 9 point AF system
- 10MP
- Picture styles
- Good looking camera with good handling (It looks just like the XSI to me, except smaller lcd screen)

Cons:
- No Live View
- Exposure is off all the time(In low light situation it underexposes and in bright situation it overexposes making the situation worst; this can be easily fixed by stopping at about -1 or +1 but I would still prefer to have the 0 be the right exposure for most of the time so that I don't have to take several shots to find the right exposure)
- No image stabilization with kit lens (gonna need that tripod all the time until I get a new lens!)
- Viewfinder is not that bright (not like the D80 or the XSI)
- No spot metering
- Auto mode is horrible (not that you should use it anyways!)
- Auto and preset white balances are not so good either
In general this camera is pretty "dumb" and gets fooled pretty easily but if you like to set everything manually than it's not a problem. It's actually a plus if you're an amateur photographer because it forces you to get to know and utilizes many technical aspects of photography.

Compare against other cameras?
I didn't get a Nikon because the D80 cost too much (I would rather get the XSI). The D60 doesn't compare to the XTI (quality and features). I think the XT and the D40 are ancient by now. Sony and Olympus entry-level dslrs are packed with features and have good prices but the image quality is not quite as good as a Canon or Nikon. So in conclusion, for the price I think the XTI is an excellent choice for a beginner. But if I had some more money I would definitely go with the XSI. It pretty much solves all the problems that the XTI has and it also has 14-bit conversion which gives the image bit more detail and makes the gradients softer. I tested out the XSI at Best Buy and it's worth the extra money. I'm happy with the XTI for now, all the images I take are worlds apart from any point and shoot camera (like my Panasonic FZ-18 Super Zoom) and I'm only using the poor kit lens. I can't wait to see what this camera can do with a good lens.

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Rating: - Great Value for Money
This camera is great value for money. I previously owned the Canon EOS 50E (film camera), 10D, 20D, and 5D.

In terms of image quality, this model certainly is en par with the 20D, even though the noise is noticably bigger than with the excellent 5D. Also, the lack of a rear-side control wheel and the unavailability of any ISO information in the viewfinder are drawbacks.

Also, the hand grip is small, but not too small. I am using this camera with the rather heavy Canon 24-70/2.8L lens and it works, even though obviously not as well as with a more professional body.

On a positive note, I had no problems with the infamous ERR 99 so far a software bug that frequently surfaced with the 10D, 20D, and 350D, although never with the 5D. If anyone is interested, just google for "ERR 99". This seems to have been finally resolved by Canon.

The best thing about the camera is the build in sensor cleaning mechanism, which I often missed in the 5D. So far, the sensor is spotless. All in all, highly recommended due to its price. If you have the money, go for the 40D or 5D instead.