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My wonderful XTi is finally beaten by this:

• 12 MP
• Live on-screen preview
• Larger viewfinder
• Larger screen
• Spot metering
• Slightly more ergonomic
• Kit will use the new image-stabilized cheap lens
• A bunch of small improvements

But there’s a significant barrier for XTi upgraders with accessories:

• Uses SD cards instead of CF. Buy all new memory.
• Uses a different battery. Buy all new batteries and chargers.
• Needs a different grip. Buy a new grip.

Seems like a nice update for new buyers to choose, but existing XTi owners aren’t really given enough compelling reasons to upgrade. (Especially if you’re a two-camera family and would have to replace everything twice.)