@HeNKiSdaBro:
I was indeed referring to the 1.6x magnification factor. To a professional photographer or an amateur looking for professional results, “zoom out,” so to speak, is as technically important as “zoom in.”
So as I stated before- The Rebel does not maximize the potential of the EF lens system.
AND, as I also stated before, I do use the Rebel on certain assignments. The quality of the smaller CCD is impeccable, and the unit is compact and light, which makes it a great quick-switch backup unit for me.
@Willbrawn- remember that most camera recommendations are going to be pretty subjective, and most preferences are based on what the photog is used to. I’ve shot Canon digital SLRs from day one. Prior to that, I shot Pentax and Leica 35mm, Mamiya (and Holga :^D) medium, and a 4×5 large format landscape bellows box that I built at school and still use for various projects.
It’s all a toolbox, but Canon is a great digital.