Canon EOS 750D: Entry-level DSLR with advanced features

Buy this camera if you can afford; but you need to buy better lenses to realise its full potential

DSLR is the new guitar, I read somewhere recently. The growing interest in photography has forced camera makers to introduce powerful entry-level DSLRs. People are more sensitive towards detailing and the quality of images they capture. Thus, brands such as Canon, Nikon and Sony are trying to bundle in features of advanced cameras in lower-priced models.

Canon's latest entry-level DSLR, the EOS 750D, promises to be an improved version of the 700D and 1200D. Is it good enough? Let's find out:

The innards
The 750D boasts the new APS-C format CMOS sensor with a pixel count of 24.2 million, a Digic 6 processing engine and an autofocus system with 19 cross-type points for use when focusing images in the viewfinder. You can use the AF mode for auto focus or you may set it in groups in Zone AF mode (there are five groups of points for selection) or individually in Single point AF mode. The camera also comes with the Hybrid CMOS AF III system (with Face detection, Tracking AF, Flexi Zone-Multi and Flexi Zone-Single modes) for use when images or video are composed on the screen in Live View mode.

The Wi-Fi and NFC are built in to make it easier for us to share images. The 750D can shoot continuously at up to 5fps, which is not bad at the price point.

User experience
The 750D has a chassis built from aluminium alloy and polycarbonate resin with glass fibre. It looks sturdy, but is on the heavier side. The control is built around the standard PASM mode dial and one primary control dial, which is placed behind the shutter button for easy access.

The three-inch display is touch-sensitive and with a flexible hinge, which helps with focusing, menu operation, and image playback. You can expect about 350 shots with a fully charged LP-E17 lithium-ion battery if you are using the optical viewfinder. In case you use the Live View on a regular basis, you may be able to take 180 shots per charge.

Shooting in poor light conditions is decent as ISO settings can go up to 12,800. The auto focus did a reasonable job as it located the right subject in 19-point mode. Overall, the device managed to click some sharp and vivid images.

Verdict
The Canon EOS 750D enables the user to click sharp pictures even in difficult light conditions. Features such as touch-sensitive LCD panel and Wi-Fi connectivity make Canon 750D an interesting entry-level DSLR. At Rs 55,995, we would say it is worth checking out if you have the cash for it. Remember that the device comes with just the 18-55mm kit lens. Hence, you will have to invest some more in better lenses so that you can exploit the full potential of the camera.

SPECIFICATIONS
Price: Rs 55,995 (with 18-55mm kit lens)
Sensor: 24MP APS-C CMOS
Processor: Digic 6
AF points: 19 cross-type
ISO range: 100-12,800
LCD: Three-inch touchscreen
Weight: 555g
Connectivity: Wi-Fi & NFC