My New Canon EOS 400D aka Digital Rebel XTi
By The Parodist | February 8, 2007
It’s a sheer delight that I am now a proud owner of a Canon EOS 400D! (Or the Canon Digital XTi for North America or Canon EOS Kiss Digital X for Japan)
I bought it last Tuesday, 6 February. Abe and Jayvee went with me to Hidalgo, which I really I appreciate apart from the fact that I wanted company, these two people own a Canon of their own, so, going to a place in Quiapo is not foreign for them (unlike me — funny cuz I studied in UST!)
Anyway, soon after I paid for it, a makeshift photo session was in order — right in the middle of busy Quiapo! They showed me how to put the lens (kit) on the body and left me alone to get acquainted with my new baby. However, street kids swarmed us, seemingly fascinated with the new toy themselves and asked us to have their photo taken (no choice really cuz they wouldn’t leave us in peace! LOL) So, I just played along with it, getting a feel of the light, the equipment and the subjects. Cool experience, I tell you!
Abe already posted his photos, now, it’s my turn.
Group hug! Hehehe.
Thanks to these two people for showing their support and excitement as I venture further into photography.
Purchases of the day:
- Canon EOS 400D Digital
- Canon EF-S 18-55 Kit
- Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II
- Ridata Compact Flash Card 1GB
And, of course, I won’t forget Rico. His excitement somehow matches mine that it’s actually funny and sweet. Thanks for making it happen for me! *hug*
Yea, people. The RAZR was just the beginning. Wait till you see what else is in store with as I continue my trek in problogging.
BTW, you can click on them photos for a larger view.
Humour Me:
Topics: Blogs & Blogging, Gallyvanting Episodes, Photography |
February 8th, 2007 at 9:34 am
is this the rebel that blogging bought?
pahiram! inggit ako…….
have.to.save.up.4.rebel.
February 8th, 2007 at 9:48 am
Nice choice for a camera! I bought the same, but it’s the “Kiss Digital X” because it’s the Japanese model. I went with the same 50mm 1.8 but I chose the Tamron 17-50 f2.8 as my main lens. Your pictures look great.
February 8th, 2007 at 9:49 am
Congratulations dear!
I really like your first pictures! Especially the stolen shot of Jayvee.
And that’s probably the best picture of me! Notice how it hides my high hairline.
I can’t wait to see what else you can capture with the Rebel!
February 8th, 2007 at 10:10 am
wow. ang galing. congratulations. here’s to more stuff problogging will buy you…cheers!! (gulping cyber bottle of san mig super dry)
off topic: ayos yang t-shirt in JV ah, meron bang “no BF since birth counterpart yan”? he he.
February 8th, 2007 at 10:38 am
The camera that blogging bought!
Congrats! Let’s shoot!
February 8th, 2007 at 3:22 pm
Jun: I can say it’s not if it makes everyone feel better. LOL. Kidding. Er, you want to borrow it?! Sure, if you can manage to pry it from my steel grip! It’s like a mum and her newborn me thinks. HAHAHA.
Did I tell you that I need a Flickr Pro? Ack.
Gdog: Thanks! If you have a flickr account let us know so we can check out your photos! BTW, how did the Tamron fare?
Rico: Thanks, sweetie! Your forehead shows people how intelligent you are!
Gloria: Cheers! (bottoms up!!
)Thanks, Glo!
I reckon there should be!! Let’s ask Jayvee. He bought it in Cebu! LOL.
Elber: Luis! Let’s!! Hahaha.
February 8th, 2007 at 5:46 pm
I thought you were gonna get the 400D at their booth in Photoworld?
Anyway, congrats!
Shoot na tayo!
February 8th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
Markku: Thanks to Abe, I found a sweeter deal in Quiapo! Plus they were willing to go with me, so, how can I say no? LOL. Thanks po! Can’t wait for Saturday!
February 9th, 2007 at 3:29 am
what’s with the trend of bloggers owning Canon digital SLRs… damn! congrats with your new toy!!!
February 9th, 2007 at 3:41 am
[...] I was caught in traffic along the SLEX stretch, busy playing around with my 400D (taking photos of my brother, billboards and, of course, other cars) when I got a call from Jayvee demanding to know where I was! Fine. That’s overstating it. LOL. He just wanted me to join him and Aileen for a Google-sponsored night out over at Cafe Ne Moso in Better Living. [...]
February 9th, 2007 at 3:50 am
Marcvill: Can’t really answer for the rest but I decided to get a Canon since, apart from its features, there is a community of people I know who can help me understand the camera better! LOL. Thanks po! Will you be next?
February 9th, 2007 at 3:55 am
Luis it is, then. Here we go again… same circles, different name.
February 9th, 2007 at 5:27 am
Luis: Aww. I just want to call you by your real name!
Soon, people will recognise both names, Elber and Luis (or the guy behind drivebyshooter.net) 
February 9th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
congrats on your purchase of the eos 400d
February 9th, 2007 at 4:52 pm
Karla: Thanks! Next EB, we all have cameras na. Hehe.
February 11th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
[...] What is it with bloggers and their cameras?! [...]
February 11th, 2007 at 11:30 pm
Whenever you guys come over our place showing off your Canon digital SLRs, Gail and I are so soooo tempted to join in the bandwagon. But we have to work on fixing the house first… hehe
February 12th, 2007 at 7:31 pm
Marcvill: I understand the hierarchy of priorities. LOL. I’m sure given the chance, you’ll buy one soon! Hope all goes well in your house renovation!
February 15th, 2007 at 5:23 am
[...] Since it’s my first try to somewhat test my photo-ing skills using my new camera, I tried taking balloon photos but was not particularly happy with them, so, I turned to taking photos of the bloggers while they lavish on the opportunity to indulge their lust for photography instead. [...]
March 10th, 2007 at 7:15 am
[...] Anyway, I requested Abe to take a decent photo of me in a bikini and it turned out into the bikini photoshoot that it was. I left my 400D in his care, it got a lil wet (EGAD!) but no major damage (thank god!) and I got some fabulous looking photos. Yay! Sharm and Aileen looked gorgeous as well. Heehee! [...]
March 10th, 2007 at 10:00 am
[...] Could it have slid out of the bag’s pocket? (cuz that’s the only reason it would have gotten out it without someone else taking it out) Well, no. If you see how deep the pocket is and how upright the bag was (my 400D was holding it up) the possibility of it falling out is out of the question. [...]
March 20th, 2007 at 7:21 am
[...] And since this event will be held at a posh place, I’m hoping to keep an eye out on the fashion for the night. I’ll be on paparazzi-mode, armed with my 400D, hopefully successfully photo documenting the event, fashion-wise. [...]
March 21st, 2007 at 9:04 pm
[...] I got introduced to a lot of people (most I can’t remember the names. Eeep. Sorry.), saw familiar faces like really old friends (Hi, Charisse and Brian!), finally placed who Arlo (Rico’s co-worker at Microwarehouse) is, bumped into Jed Quiambao with her cute date, Arthur, (naks!) on my way to the club — showed her my 400D! — and saw a lot of people from MaPalad including Sharon and Reggie of DoPod. And oh, yea — I even got to talk to a Palm Singapore Exec. [...]
March 21st, 2007 at 9:19 pm
[...] However, I did accomplish what I had planned to do during the event. I was wearing my fashion bloggerazzi hat and took advantage of my 400D and roving fashion eye. I loved every minute of it. [...]
March 22nd, 2007 at 11:07 am
[...] Not to waste the photos I took using my 400D, I’ve resorted back to using Multiply for uploads to share them online (cuz it’s free!). But I still miss the community that Flickr has. I love spending time browsing and commenting on photos I see on Flickr. And, believe me, I’ve seen tonnes of gorgeous photos there! [...]
April 4th, 2007 at 6:45 am
[...] First up on my list is food writer/blogger Lori of dessert comes first with her cream long formal that’s simply so chic. When I stepped out of the auditorium to do my rounds, as one of the hosts of the Philippine Blog Awards, on the foyer during cocktails, I already noticed what she was wearing and took mental notes (my camera wasn’t with me at that time). Yes. I knew I had to feature her here on my fashion blog. [...]
April 12th, 2007 at 11:19 am
i found your blog looking for boracay 2007 pictures, anyway you captured that girl’s smile (1st pic) perfectly, she’s pretty. i hope you get to post more Palawan beach shots with you new toy.
im planning to visit palawan on my next Philippine trip.
thanks.
April 14th, 2007 at 10:27 am
[...] Seemingly Popular The Parody takes on a RockinTheme! A Look Into Network Blogging Recognizing the finest blogs in the Philippines My New Canon EOS 400D aka Digital Rebel XTi Blogging bought me a RAZR The ‘Send’ Button Are you being opinionated or simply being catty? Mindoro Slings, Blogging Chismis, Bikini Photoshoots and a Drunken Podcast Me & My Filipino Wedding The Blogger Beach Weekend http://www.flickr.com [...]
May 4th, 2007 at 9:56 pm
hi, thanks for opening this topic for us. i’m actually been taking some time to research about rebel xti. like you, im very much new to this world of photog. havent really given much effort but im planning to buy my very first slr (very first camera in fact!!!) hehehe and take this fascination to the next level. anyway, i’ve been eyeing canon 400D but i wana get some feedbacks where to get it best first. i saw online it was up for $659, but a friend of mine told me about that place in qiuapo (by the way im from ust too but never been there aswell hehehe) he told me they sell pretty good cams at very reasonable price there… so is it true? hollaback okei =) much thanks in advance!
May 11th, 2007 at 6:47 pm
Ann: No worries.
Yes, it’s true. I bought mine over at Quiapo, a street near Hidalgo and the Quiapo Church. Relatively, they sell the cameras cheaper than the ones in the mall. Hope you enjoy photography! 
May 17th, 2007 at 1:14 pm
congratulations on the not-so-new-anymore purchase!
mind if i ask how much you got the camera+kit lens for? and the 50mm 1.8? and the 1G CF? and which store in quiapo?
i”ve been planning a trip to quiapo to canvass but i havent gotten around to doing it yet.
thanks!
May 24th, 2007 at 1:28 am
Cher: The cam+kit costed me around Php 40K, the lens around 5K, and the CF, just over a thousand. But the lot was simply priced at Php 45K flat. Package price.
May 31st, 2007 at 2:20 am
[...] It’s purrrfect! It’s stylish. It’s durable. AND it’s practical. Why practical? Because I can easily fit in my camera, which happens to be a Canon EOS 400D aka Digital Rebel XTi. So, yea — it IS a little big for just a Hobo. Hehe. [...]
June 1st, 2007 at 2:45 pm
hi! im planning to get the same model, mind if i ask if you paid in cash? Im also considering on buying it at Canon since they have the 0% installment now, but then im still looking for other options. thanks!
June 1st, 2007 at 6:07 pm
hi.. how much is the EOS 400D? where in Quiapo did you buy it? What store? hehe.. nice shots!
June 2nd, 2007 at 2:33 am
Happy: Yes, I did pay in cash but I think they also accept CC there.
See here on how much I got my package and the location. Store is Mayer’s.
Yumi: Thanks!
July 16th, 2007 at 11:19 am
Hi! gud that u guys have the means to buy it. me un ipon ko, napupunta sa fam…huhuhu.. hope someday i’ll have 400D or D80.
August 5th, 2007 at 6:09 am
Abaraicristi: If you’re a true Nikon fan, a D80 sounds good.
August 17th, 2007 at 11:27 am
[...] So here’s my addition to the list of things that blogging bought — may it forever be cached in Google, along with the house, the car, the laptop, the mobile phones, the Canon 400D, and well, there’s a lot more I’m sure. Yay me!
[...]
August 19th, 2007 at 11:58 pm
[...] Almost everyone on the Philippine Blogosphere who’s earning from advertisements or freelance works have blogged about what blogging bought them - the laptop, the dSLR, the car, the mobile phones, the Canon 400D and what not! [...]
September 13th, 2007 at 12:09 am
hi i am thinking of buying a sdlr…is it safe to buy there in quiapo? how much?thanks!
September 13th, 2007 at 12:21 am
DSLR in Quiapo? yes, it actually is. They do have actual shops similar to ones you see in the mall. Price depends on the brand you’ll get.
September 13th, 2007 at 11:44 pm
how much did you got it in hidalgo?
September 14th, 2007 at 10:40 am
Check it here.
October 9th, 2007 at 8:28 am
[...] I’ve owned my Canon EOS 400D since February of this year but it was only over the weekend did I buy a tripod. I’m a n00b and a half about camera equipment so I asked a friend about store locations in the Ortigas area, specifically in Megamall, since I was there. I didn’t want to put off buying the tripod, so, I relied on good common sense and comprehensive questioning of the sales person regarding the product. And yes, I did “handle” the tripod before pulling out my wallet. [...]
November 29th, 2007 at 8:14 pm
The eos rebel 4 is best
November 30th, 2007 at 2:34 am
Just want to ask how much you bought this for (if that’s allowed, sorry newbie) and where in Quiapo. Also if this is the same as the Canon EOS 40D, what’s the difference if any. Hope you don’t mind. Thanks!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:38 am
Dato: Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Erika: Please see here. 400D and the 40D are different models.
December 21st, 2007 at 4:17 am
where did you buy it, and how much?
December 21st, 2007 at 5:27 am
The answer to your questions are actually found here.
January 1st, 2008 at 10:28 pm
Am going to upgrade from my Lumix FZ7 to well, preferably, a Canon EOS40D. I haven’t done my research yet but what is the main diff between the EOS40D and the EOS400D, apart from the price? I saw the brochure of the EOS40D and there are a lot of good stuff it can do but you kinda have to pay for that. I want to know what I can and cannot live without. So far all the blogs and reviews of the EOS400D seem to be very positive and was a worthy buy for all of them. What’s your take? How did you decide to get the EOS400D? What were your major decision factors?
January 27th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
For the Canon 40D, check this.
As far as I know, the 400D is the best among its DSLR counterparts. Apart from handling and image quality, I like the 400D’s sensor cleaning system. I find the camera a great buy. Another reason why I chose Canon is because I’ve got friends whom I can talk to since they’re Canon users, too.
February 1st, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Hi!How are you? i accidentally visit you blogsite because I’m looking for sample shots of Canon EOS 400D and 350D. You shots are nice!
I’m planning to learn photography especially in weddings since my clients request on me alot.I hope you can help me, any suggestion. I will appreciate it alot
I need your feed back. how do you find Canon EOS 400D? do you have any idea the difference of Canon Eos 350d to 400d? How much is canon eos 400d when you bought it? Plus with the lens? Can i know what lens did you used?
Looking forward to hear from you soon. I will appreciate it alot.Email me please? Christine_palanca@yahoo.com
Thank you po!
Christine
February 8th, 2008 at 3:08 pm
Magkano ang nagastos mo, tsong?
Balak ko rin bumuli sa Hidalgo, same camera and all the accessories.
Email me, tsong, please.
February 26th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
hi,nice cam..ive been eyeing for that cam since january..im saving up some cash so i could buy that baby,my mom bought my samsung digimax L60.to get more extra cash..im a lomography enthusiast,,quite good actually,,but its better to have a real dslr..i cant wait to get my hands on it..woohpow!u mind if u send some insights on how to buy cam in hidalgo..what store and how to barat them..u know what i mean.they told me its 33k for a kit..is there more cheaper one
help?!
February 26th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
what u think bout nikon d40x kit,i think its more cheaper than rebel xti..pls help
March 5th, 2008 at 1:38 am
magkano ung eos 400d sa hidalgo??\
salamat!
March 11th, 2008 at 5:39 am
Nakabili na ako sa Hidalgo.
As of March 7, 2008, eto ang price:
400d with kit lens . . . . 33.5k
Canon battery grip . . . . 6.5k
CF card . . . . . . . . . Free
Generic battery . . . . . 600.00
March 11th, 2008 at 5:41 am
CF card is 1gb
April 28th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
just had my eos400d..so sad i don’t even know how to use it..i read “efs18-55mm & .28m/.9ft label on the lens..is that the normal lens to be used? should i purchase another lens other than the one i have?where should i go for a workshop?i don’t plan to be a pro.just want to be literate bout this damn thing.thanks!
May 10th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
to bunini: bibili-bili ka ng pagkamahal mahal na slr tapos di mo pala alam gamitin.. hay,pinoy nga naman mkasunod lang sa uso.. sayang lang yang slr mo dapat kumuha ka muna ng powershot at yun muna pinagpraktisan mo.. haaaaaaaaayyyyy!
July 12th, 2008 at 1:28 am
[...] I eventually did. I bought my very first camera two years later, February 2007. It was a realisation of one dream, taking me several steps closer. [...]
July 21st, 2008 at 4:43 am
[...] I eventually did. I bought my very first camera two years later, February 2007. It was a realisation of one dream, taking me several steps closer [...]
July 29th, 2008 at 1:33 am
hey! does anyone know how much this camera kit(including the EF-S 18-55mm lens) costs as of this month or this week maybe? I read the comments and it was about 33.5K last march 2008, i was just wondering if the price was raised…
To the Parodist: i think you bought the kit with the EF-S 18-55mm lens as a standard lens, i was just wondering if it had the auto focus and image stabilizer with it.
Please, i just need to know if the image stabilizer comes standard with the lens you bought along with this camera. i am planning to buy the same camera, with the same lens. Thank you.
August 15th, 2008 at 12:40 am
[...] but I have yet to upload it onto my lappytop to make sure, this one’s a handy alternate to my Canon 400D; SMS - d’oh! (Curiously, no calls yet. Be the first?) That’s it. At least, these are [...]
November 11th, 2008 at 11:38 pm
I just wanna know,
How much all of this costs…thanks..
” * Canon EOS 400D Digital
* Canon EF-S 18-55 Kit
* Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II
* Ridata Compact Flash Card 1GB
“
April 19th, 2009 at 10:48 am
[...] been using a Canon Rebel XTi 400D since February 2007 and an HP Pavilion dv9000 since March of 2008. I’ve managed to reach the [...]