The Canon EOS 250D in silver is a 24.2-megapixel APS-C DSLR with a DIGIC 8 processor, a fully articulating 3-inch touchscreen, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, a 9-point autofocus system, and a native ISO range of 100โ25600 โ all in a polycarbonate body weighing 449g body-only.
Key Specifications
- Sensor: 24.2MP APS-C CMOS, 22.3 ร 14.9 mm, 1.6ร crop factor
- Processor: DIGIC 8
- Autofocus: 9-point AF system with Live View Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- ISO Range: 100โ25600, expandable to 51200
- Burst Speed: Up to 5 fps at full resolution
- Video: Up to 4K UHD (3840ร2160) at up to 60fps in Full HD; codec H.264/MPEG-4, MP4/MOV
- Screen: 3-inch fully articulating touchscreen, 1,040,000-dot resolution
- Viewfinder: Optical, 95% coverage, 0.87ร magnification
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mini HDMI (Type C), microphone jack, micro USB
- Battery: LP-E17, rated ~1,070 shots per charge
- Lens Mount: Canon EF (EF and EF-S lenses compatible)
- Dimensions/Weight: 122 ร 93 ร 70 mm, 449g body-only (664g with battery and card)
What makes the Canon 250D special?
The Canon EOS 250D โ also sold as the Rebel SL3 in North America and EOS Kiss X10 in Japan โ offers strong entry-level value. Its DIGIC 8 processor delivers noticeably cleaner high-ISO files compared with older beginner DSLR cameras like the Canon 2000D or Canon 4000D. The 250D gives you sharper detail, better dynamic range, and more natural JPEG colour processing.
The articulating touchscreen is rare at this price point. Most entry DSLRs use a fixed, non-touch LCD; the 250D lets you flip the screen out for overhead or low-angle shots and tap to focus or fire the shutter โ useful for vlogging, family shots, or macro work. That screen, combined with Dual Pixel CMOS AF in Live View, makes handheld video and live-view shooting straightforward.
Battery life stands out as well. The LP-E17 cell delivers around 1,070 shots per charge under standard CIPA testing โ more than enough for a full day without hunting for a power outlet. Compare that with many mirrorless competitors at the same price, where 250โ400 shots is typical. Through the Canon EF mount you have access to a wide range of lenses; Canon EF-S lenses fit without an adapter too.