Summary: You can't get a better camera for the price!

Comment: This camera has all the features (such as Multiple exposure, Self timer, high speed flash sync. etc.) that
one could possibly expect from a 35mm SLR at a price that is extremely competitive.
You would have to pay $150 to $200 more to get the same versatility from another manufacturer such as Nikon or Canon. Not even to mention the accessories, which inevitably one will feel the urge to buy. I personally use this camera with Sigma lenses that work like a dream with this equipment.
Sure, there are more expensive cameras out there, but if one takes the time to compare features it is hard to justify another $500 + for only minor differences which the average photographer will never even use.
The 14 segment honeycomb pattern metering is very accurate and produces great results.
The various preset programs produce great pictures, but if you prefer to take over the controls you'll find that this camera offers easy to understand manual functions and allows you to select various modes with aperture or shutter speed priority.

Summary: Minolta Maxxum XTsi QD

Comment: After doing a lot of searching (and driving my husband crazy with all the research), I opted for this camera because we had an older Minolta and all the lenses which would be interchangeable with our new camera. The day I got the camera I took pictures - and they turned out great. Just point and shoot. Our vacation pictures are terrific and very clear and sharp. I love the automatic eye focus. The only drawback, which won't be a drawback once I know all the different options, is that there is so much you can do with this camera. I can hardly wait to start experimenting.

Summary: I Love This Camera!!

Comment: After days of research on the net, I decided my camera purchase would be the xtsi. I have been very happy with this camera for over a year. It is a great camera to grow with. It is very easy to learn. My instruction booklet is worn out. I purchased the 28-105mm sigma lens. I just recently purchased another sigma lens 100-300mm. My pictures turn out great. If any of my pictures don't turn out it's do to my error. I play around with the different features all the time. I stopped using the flash on the camera and purchased the Maxxum flash 3500xi. I highly recommend this flash.

Summary: Excellent, full-featured choice, provides excellent results

Comment: I was really pleased with my Minolta 7000i (bought used six years ago), great photos, no problems. When I wanted to get the next stage camera, I only looked at Minoltas. I chose the XTsi for it's ability to be used as an everyday camera (automatic, program mode), and all the features that make the manual photography so fun. Photos (developed at home or by processing plant) come out crystal clear, sharp, vibrant. The camera is sooo light in comparison to similar models. Batteries last a long time (although I did prefer the common AAA batteries of it's predicesor). While I love Minolta's cameras, I admit to using only Sigma lenses (look at the Sigma 28-105 Aspherical - a great universal lens for this camera)

Summary: Minolta XTsi

Comment: This is a good camera. Many features for the price. I bought it to replace a Minolta 5000i that died after 10 years. The camera is much lighter than the 5000i. It almost feels delicate but has held up well so far. The autofocus is much improved and will work in situations where the 5000i was confused. I thought the eye start animation would be a nuisance but it is great for travel. The only feature I don't like is the auto pop up flash which pops up even in bright sunlight. The Auto pop up flash and the eye start animation can be quickly disabled. The manual features are much more complete than the 5000i. The spot metering is also a great feature. This camera just about does it all and is a great buy.