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Originally Posted by onetwo_threefour
Neither lens on the xSi is image stabilized. In the 18-55 that may not matter as much, except if shooting in any sort of low light, but on the zoom, no IS may lead to blurrier shots. I picked up an image stabilized 18-200 Sigma lens for my rebel for less than 300. Also the non-IS kit 18-55 lens with the xSi is likely a lower quality optically than the IS 18-55 you're getting with the XT (although that may be debatable) Given the diference, I'd probably pick the XT and save up for a decent IS zoom lens. That way you're getting the better video, the next generation of image processor and IS lens. The image processor is an important consideration. The DIGIC 4 allows for faster writing to your memory card and faster processing, meaning more shots per second which is great for sports. I believe that the DIGIC 4 also has better noise reduction, meaning better shots in low light and if you zoom in on them. The nice thing about having more megapixels is that if you are taking a shot and can't soom in as far as you like, having more MP allows you to do a zoom crop without losing detail as fast. Even if you're not going to bve a superstar photograper, you may appreciate the ability to zoom in on a more interesting area of a photo to print.
Still, it is definitely nice to have that zoom lens in your kit, and you're the one spending the money....
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the camera store link indicates the 18-55 is image stabilized. The 70-300 is not thought.
The video is ultimately the key here, if you want video (and it takes amazing video), go for the T1i.
The LCd screen on the T1i is also very very nice. It gives a much better representation on the image you just took. Useful if you want to get the depth of field just right.
The new processor will help with low light/night imaging and process you shot faster.
I have the XSi but i would recommend going for the T1i. The features are much nicer and if you need the extra zoom in the future, you can pick up a lense second hand.