Amazon.com has the following deal available on the Canon Digital Rebel XS (black)kit. Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) $474.98 Amazon is offering an instant $100 rebate for the camera kit with additional lens purchase combo [A Canon promo see below]. They also are providing the UV filter for free. Both discounts will be reflected at check out. Item(s) Subtotal: $627.09 This package with an extra lens comes out cheaper than the Rebel XS kit, which lists for $599.95, can be found elsewhere. The lens does get marginal reviews (4 stars)from Amazon users, but seems to be a good entry level package for someone moving into dSLR. Folks mainly complain about softness and lack of image stabilization. However, the lens after discount coming to $45 helps me overcome some of those reservations. Sure, you can buy a better lens, but it will be much more money. The availablity of the lens from Amazon and not 3rd party sellers seems to be coming and going. The lens price also seems to be going up and down a little. It has been available for short periods of time, three or four times over the last two days. Twice I couldn't get the deal completed before the lens went out of stock. The offer is part of a Canon promotion, which is running until January 17. So if you watch the item, you should be able to get this deal. If you want to try to use the Canon discount at another retailer the info on the instant rebate can be found Canon Link |
