Canon EOS 1100D

• Launched: February 2011 Type: Digital SLR Sensor: APS-C 22.2 x 14.7mm Resolution: 12.2MP Lenses: Canon EF-S, EF Movies: Standard HD Links: Press release, Product page

Summary: The 1100D is Canon's basic starter SLR, and it usually comes with an 18-55mm kit lens. It's a good, inexpensive introduction to digital SLR photography.

Canon EOS 600D

• Launched: February 2011 Type: Digital SLR Sensor: APS-C 22.3 x 14.9mm Resolution:18.0MP Lenses: Canon EF-S, EF Movies: Full HD Links: Press release, Product page

Summary: The 600D's 18MP sensor, articulating rear LCD and full HD movies make it Canon's top amateur/enthusiasts SRL, and it's just one step down from the more advanced EOS 60D and EOS 7D.