Introduction
The Canon EOS SL2 (also known as the 200D and Kiss X9) is one of the company`s most best-selling DSLRs. And it`s not surprising, as the SL2 was a low-priced, competent camera that you could slip into a purse or small bag.
The new SL3 (250D, Kiss X10) isn`t a dramatic departure from the SL2: it`s still small. inexpensive and mostly up-to-date in terms of features. It borrows many features from Canon`s EOS M50 mirrorless camera, including the DIGIC 8 processor and rather disappointing 4K video capabilities. But more on that later.
The Rebel SL3 will be available at the end of April for $599 body-only or $749 bundled with the EF-S 18-55mm F4-5.6mm IS STM lens. We`re featuring the white version in this article, because we think it looks snazzy.
Just a bit lighter
The SL3 is the same size and nearly the same weight as the SL2 (above right). Canon managed to shave 4 grams off of the weight (though only 2g off of the black one), so you won`t have to buy a new camera bag.
As you can see, changes to the design are very subtle. There`s a bit of an indent under the Canon logo on the SL3, and the often-irritating redeye reduction lamp (which also serves as a visual countdown for the self-timer) has been removed. Unlike its predecessor, the SL3 can`t use its flash as an AF-assist lamp, though it can use the infrared target if you buy an external flash.
The SL3 uses the same 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor and elderly 9-point autofocus system as the SL2 (when shooting through the viewfinder). In live view, the SL3 also has Dual Pixel AF, covering 88% of the frame horizontally and 100% vertically. The SL3 is Canon`s first DSLR to feature Eye AF in live view, as well.
Up top
There are a couple of cosmetic and feature differences between the SL3 and its predecessor on its top plate. The main differences are the removal of the Wi-Fi button and a reduction in the number of items on the mode dial.
Like the EOS M50, the SL3 has ...
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