The EOS 1300D is Canon's latest entry-level DSLR, and slots in as a direct successor to the 1200D that came out in 2014. On the face of things, there doesn't appear to be a huge difference between the two, with both models sharing the same 18-million-pixel sensor, nine-point AF system and 95%...

Competitively priced; Highly intuitive and easy to use; Provides access to a huge range of Canon lenses; Excellent image quality

Resolution a little limited compared to that of rivals; Build quality a little plasticky

Few DSLR cameras feature built-in Wi-Fi, particularly entry-level DSLRs, and this makes the price of the Canon EOS 1300D all the more impressive. The built-in Wi-Fi is easy to use with a compatible smartphone and the built-in NFC makes it all the more accessible for those with a compatible Android...

Excellent value for money; Wi-Fi and NFC built-in; Good colour reproduction; Good ergonomics and handling; Easy to use; Decent battery life; Auto White Balance options of warm or white

Disappointing ISO range; and poor ISO performance at ISO3200 and above; Only 3fps continuous shooting; 6 raw shots; Entry level kit lens lacks image stabilisation; Lacks auto-HDR shooting

Canon's latest entry-level model DSLR represents excellent value, and provides many photographers with the opportunity to get on the first rung of the DSLR ladder. It features an APS-C-sized sensor and some other interesting features, but nothing too revolutionary.

Great value; Entry into huge range of EOS accessories; Built-in Wi-Fi

95% viewfinder; Screen isn't touch-sensitive; Limited burst shooting rate

Thanks to smartphones, everyone's a photographer these days – but what happens when you hit your iPhone or Galaxy's imaging limits and realise you need something a bit beefier? Chances are, your first thought is to buy yourself what used to be known as a "real camera": a DSLR.

Accessibly priced; cecent all-round image quality; hardy and lightweight plastic body; simple control layout with large buttons; detail-rich LCD screen; Wi-Fi and NFC for easy smartphone hookup

Uninspiring styling; screen doesn't fare well in sunshine; slow continuous shooting speed; just nine autofocus points; limited ISO range; not much different to earlier 1200D model

The Canon EOS 1300D (otherwise known as the Digital Rebel T6 in North America) updates the EOS 1200D / Rebel T5 as Canon's entry-level DSLR marketed squarely at first-time DSLR buyers. The new camera is more evolution than revolution though, as it carries over many of its predecessor's key features.

Despite their low price point 'entry-level' cameras are incredibly important for manufacturers. These are the cameras with which the consumer starts their journey with a brand – and many of those consumers will stay with that brand for a very long time.

I had no idea there was a I could have not only a camera, but two lenses and a shoulder bag for this price! I was expecting to pay a lot more. I enjoyed using my mother's Canon DSLR T3 and wanted to have something similar, but figured I could never afford one since I would have to purchase...

My wife is always wanting to do photography and I got this as a early birthday present for her she is so happy with how the camera handles and the

This is a small but very power DSLR kit supplied with an 18-55mm lens. I always enjoy my testing of such items as once past the initial learning curve – when I use the Auto settings – in whatever review time remains I extend myself with the range of manual mode choices.

Fallen in love with photography all over again. DSLR is the wy to go. The 1300d is brilliant, daunting at first for this old schooler but WOW!! Love love love it.