Canon EOS 1100D Detailed Review

Also EOS 1100D was introduced by Canon in February 2011. It belongs to the Beginner DSLRs category.

Canon is well-known and shouldn’t require further introduction, please see our manufacturer’s page for more digital cameras by Canon.

The EOS 1100D has a APS-C CMOS sensor with size of 22 x 15 mm² (0.88″ x 0.59″).

Picture of EOS 1100D’s sensor compared to popular format.

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The EOS 1100D’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 12 megapixel. This resolution is far below average.

The EOS 1100D does not have a mechanism for automatic sensor cleaning. Dust that collects on the sensor has to be removed with a blower or brush.

The EOS 1100D has an optical viewfinder with a penta mirror. Viewfinders with a penta mirror are typical for entry level cameras. The viewfinder covers 95% of the field of view and has a magnification of 0.50x, an average value for a viewfinder like this.

The EOS 1100D’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 30s.

The EOS 1100D’s sensitivity goes from 100 ISO und 6400 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The EOS 1100D supports all general exposure modes.

The EOS 1100D’s auto focus processor uses 9 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. when picking a single face in a crowd).

Manual focus is also possible with the Canon, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom.

The EOS 1100D has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 9m (31 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion.

The EOS 1100D features a monitor with a diagonal of 76.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.23 megapixel. That rather low resolution is no longer state of the art and will make it difficult to evaluate images on the display.

Unfortunately, the EOS 1100D’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies.

The EOS 1100D does not feature a touch screen.

Display characteristics at a glance:

EOS 1100D video supported the resolution with 1280 x 720 pixel.

ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone.

Canon EOS 1100D Video parameters:

Built-in wireless connectivity is not available with the Canon. You will need appropriate accessories to wirelessly transfer images between camera and smartphone.

However, the camera can be controlled over a wired connection.

Connect the Canon to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Canon supports USB 2.0.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Canon EOS 1100D has a LP-E10 LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 700 shots. It`s enough for one day or more.

The EOS 1100D’s battery battery parameters:

The Canon EOS 1100D’s size is 130 x 100 x 77.9mm³. (5.1″ x 3.9″ x 3.1″). That dimensions are without lens. The weight of camera is 5.1″ x 3.9″ x 3.1″ grams (495 oz.) without lens weight.

Here is front and top view of the EOS 1100D:

For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image.