Canon's cheapest DSLR at 18MP with basic non-IS zoom, Canon EF access at essentially zero used cost.
The Canon EOS 1200D (Rebel T5) with 18-55mm III is a basic 18-megapixel DSLR kit from 2014 — Canon's most affordable DSLR providing genuine Canon quality at the lowest possible interchangeable lens price. The 18-55mm III is the most basic non-IS kit zoom.
The 18MP sensor delivers good Canon image quality with DIGIC 4 processing. The 9-point AF handles everyday focusing, and the Canon EF mount provides access to the world's largest lens ecosystem. The basic 18-55mm III lacks IS stabilisation.
Build quality is Canon's most basic DSLR with streamlined specification. The camera provides genuine Canon DSLR capability — sensor quality, colour science, lens system — at the absolute lowest possible investment.
The 1200D with basic zoom offers the cheapest complete Canon DSLR kit on the used market. The Canon EF access and 18MP sensor provide genuine capability at essentially zero cost, though the non-IS zoom limits handheld shooting.