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Q: What memory card do you recommend with this camera? Brand and size?

Really depends on how you intend to use the camera. I take a lot of pictures of my kids. Also depends on what resolution you set your camera to take photos. You should be fine with a 4GB card, but I have purchased 32 and 64GB cards just so I can keep most pictures in one place. Any brand of SD card that you trust is fine.

Q: I want to know what is in the box? Does it contain Eyecup Ef,Battery Pack LP-E12,Battery Charger LC-E12,Wide Neck Strap EW-300D and some other things?

The eye piece is the standard rubber ring. You have to go to Hoodman to get a cup. One battery and charger are included. The neck strap is narrower than others, only about an inch wide ... but the camera and lens are so light that you don't need a wide neck strap, the one in the box is fine. It says Canon and EOS on it. The box also contains the manual (which you don't need) and CD with software and USB cable and warranty card. The kit lens is great ... not the fastest focusing lens, but small and very light and good IS. Any other lens makes the setup heavy and front-heavy. You can carry the SL1 and kit lens around all day and not know it's there. I usually keep the SL1 and a 220EX speedlite in a smallish holster bag.

Q: Besides price and weight, what's the difference between this camera and the T3i ?

These two cameras are very similar. The advantages of the T3i: It has a flip-out screen, and a battery with a longer life than the SL1. But the SL1 is "newer" than the T3i, and therefore it has some tech advantages: (1) It is 30% lighter and smaller than the T3i (and this is a significant advantage when you carry the camera all day); (2) It provides continuous auto-focus for videos (which the T3i does not provide); (3) It has a "touch screen" for enlarging and shrinking shot playback; and (4) It offers in-camera HDR. Since technology is constantly improving the quality of cameras and sensors, I would opt for the "newer" vs. the "older" DSLR releases.

Q: Can I capture still shoots while recording a video? Or do I have to switch back to photo mode to do so?

Yes, but... In move mode mirror is lifted up. If you press photo capture button, camera will lower mirror, adjust focus and exposure, lift up mirror back and finally capture image...then will continue roll your movie. It will make about 1-2 second gap in move sequence (kind of disappointing). You dont have to switch modes.

Specifications

Connectivity Technology	HDMI, USB
Wireless Technology	EyeFi
Video Output	HDMI
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	2
Shooting Modes	Aperture Priority, Automatic, Manual, Shutter Priority
Digital-Still	Yes
Movie Mode	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Night vision	No
Auto Focus Technology	Hybrid
Focus Features	Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points	9
Focus Type	Auto Focus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Autofocus	Yes
Aspect Ratio	3:2
File Format	JPEG, RAW
Effective Still Resolution	18 MP
JPEG Quality Level	Fine
Bit Depth	8 Bit
Total Still Resolution	18 MP
Maximum Focal Length	300 Millimeters
Lens Type	Canon EF
Zoom	Optical Zoom
Camera Lens	Canon EF mount 18-55mm and 75-300mm lenses, with a maximum focal length of 300mm, maximum aperture of f/4, and a minimum focal length of 18mm and aperture range of f/4-f/5.6.
Minimum Focal Length	18 Millimeters
Lens Construction	11 elements in 9 groups
Exposure Control	Aperture Priority, Auto, Flash Off, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority
White Balance Settings	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash torch
Self Timer	10 seconds
Screen Size	3 Inches
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	1040000
Display Fixture Type	Tilting
Touch Screen Type	Capacitive
Display Resolution Maximum	18 MP
Has Color Screen	Yes
Write Speed	4 fps
Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum	64 GB
Compatible Mountings	Canon EF
Sensor Type	CMOS
Image stabilization	Optical
Maximum Aperture	4 f
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Photo Sensor Resolution	18 MP
Photo Sensor Size	APS-C
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/60 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds
Form Factor	DSLR
Special Feature	Lightweight
Color	Black
Item Weight	1.5 Kilograms
Video Resolution	FHD 1080p
Viewfinder	Optical
Flash Modes	Automatic
Camera Flash	Automatic
Skill Level	Professional
Compatible Devices	Canon EF
Continuous Shooting	4 fps
Aperture modes	F4.0-F5.6
Viewfinder Magnification	0.87x
Audio Input	Microphone
Video Capture Format	AVC
Expanded ISO Maximum	25600
Battery Weight	34 Grams
Delay between shots	0.25 seconds
Battery Cell Type	Lithium
Battery Average Life	380 Photos
Battery Type	Lithium Ion

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

What memory card do you recommend with this camera? Brand and size?

I want to know what is in the box? Does it contain Eyecup Ef,Battery Pack LP-E12,Battery Charger LC-E12,Wide Neck Strap EW-300D and some other things?

Besides price and weight, what's the difference between this camera and the T3i ?

Can I capture still shoots while recording a video? Or do I have to switch back to photo mode to do so?

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