Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i

" The new flagship of the EOS Rebel line, Canon EOS Rebel T2i brings professional EOS features into an easy to use, lightweight digital SLR that's a joy to use. Featuring a class-leading 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and increased light sensitivity for low light photography, the EOS Rebel T2i also has an advanced HD Movie mode for gorgeous Full HD movies. Able to capture up to 3.7 frames per second, it's ready to go the minute it's picked up. Advanced Live View, a new wide-area screen, plus features like Canon's brilliant Auto Lighting Optimizer and Highlight Tone features ensure brilliant photos and movies, easily. With some of the most advanced features of any digital SLR, it's simply the best Rebel Canon has ever created."

- Canon -

18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor

The EOS Rebel T2i has an 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (complementary metal oxide semi-conductor) sensor that captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range and offers more than enough resolution for big enlargements or crops. This first-class sensor features many of the same new technologies as used by professional Canon cameras to maximize each pixel's light-gathering efficiency. Its APS-C size sensor creates an effective 1.6x field of view (compared to 35mm format).

The Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor dramatically speeds up the entire EOS Rebel T2i's camera operations for intuitive operation and offers improvements in both fine detail and natural color reproduction. It works in concert with the EOS Rebel T2i's CMOS Image Sensor to achieve phenomenal levels of performance in nearly any situation.

ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12800) for shooting from bright to dim light

The EOS Rebel T2i features an expanded ISO range that makes shooting possible in situations previously unthinkable without flash. With an ISO rating up to 6400 (expandable to ISO 12800), along with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor's improved noise-reduction technology, creative possibilities abound. Combine the EOS Rebel T2i with one of Canon's EF or EF-S lenses with Optical Image Stabilizer and the shooting possibilities for both movies and stills expand even further.

Improved EOS Movie mode

Designed for the evolving, tech-savvy user, the EOS Rebel T2i features HD Video capture technologies – manual exposure control for more creative control, for example – borrowed directly from professional Canon SLRs to capture stellar video with all the benefits of shooting with an SLR. By shooting video with the EOS Rebel T2i, photographers as well as filmmakers can take advantage of the creative features native to SLR cameras. Along with its manual controls, the EOS Rebel T2i allows for full use of Canon EF and EF-S lenses, including Macro and Fisheye, providing a plethora of shooting options once reserved only for still photography. The resulting HD video is a standout in its beautiful depth-of-field characteristics and remarkable capture capability under poor lighting conditions. In a first for EOS cameras, a Movie Crop function is included: An SD-quality movie (640 x 480) can be cropped to the equivalent of about 7x magnification of regular shooting.

Video can be captured at a number of resolutions and frame rates for numerous applications. It can capture 1920 x 1080 Full HD video at frame rates of 24 (23.976), 25 or 30 (29.97) frames per second, for up to 4GB per clip. Movies are saved as MOV files and can be viewed in Full HD through the EOS Rebel T2i's HDMI output. Other recording sizes include HD at 1280 x 720 (50/60 (59.94) fps) or SD/VGA at 640 x 480 (50/60 (59.94) fps). The EOS Rebel T2i has a built-in microphone for simple mono recording and stereo sound can be recorded through a self-powered external microphone.

Enhanced iFCL 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system; and 9-point AF system utilizing a high-precision, f/2.8 cross-type center point

The EOS Rebel T2i features Canon's newest Dual-layer sensor, with 63 zones. By measuring not only the amount of light, but also taking into account color and luminosity, this new system delivers a very high level of accuracy for better results every time. Since the metering sensor has a color measurement function, exposure errors and focus errors caused by different light sources are minimized; the EOS Rebel T2i gives stable exposure from shot to shot in situations where light changes, such as sports on a cloudy day, or indoor holiday scenes.

Additionally, the EOS Rebel T2i has a high-precision, 9-point AF system utilizing a high-precision, f/2.8 cross-type center point. The 9-point AF system uses both normal and high-precision focus depending on the aperture and available light. The 9 focus points can be chosen automatically or manually selected.

Wide 3.0-inch (3:2 aspect ratio) Clear View LCD monitor (1.04 million dots) for improved viewing

The EOS Rebel T2i has a high-resolution 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor that features 1.04 million dots/VGA for spectacular detail. It also has the same aspect ratio (3:2) as the camera's sensor, making for clear and easy Live View composition. An anti-reflective and water-repellant coating provides a clearer and more smudge-resistant surface and screen brightness can be adjusted in 7 steps in accordance with ambient light.

New Quick Control Screen button for easy access to frequently used settings

The EOS Rebel T2i's refined button layout includes a dedicated button that directs the camera immediately to the Quick Control screen, where it's simple to navigate among any number of settings, including ISO, Exposure and Flash Exposure compensation, drive mode, white balance, image quality and much, much more.

Improved layout with dedicated Live View/Movie shooting button

Without the need to navigate through a bunch of menus, the EOS Rebel T2i transitions effortlessly between still and movie mode. By pressing the Live View/Movie button, a situation that had required menu access with other cameras, still images can change to a movie shoot and vice versa. It's literally as simple as the press of a button.

New compatibility with SDXC memory cards, plus new menu status indicator for Eye-Fi* support

The EOS Rebel T2i is compatible with both SDXC memory cards for greater storage capacity and with Eye-Fi SD cards, which are outfitted with a Wi-Fi transmitter (IEEE 802.11b/g) and internal antenna for wireless, high-speed transfer of images. With an Eye-Fi card installed, the EOS Rebel T2i can display the Eye-Fi's connection status and error notes with ease, for fully functional wireless uploading of images directly from the camera.

*Canon cameras are not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions, including wireless transfer. In case of an issue with the Eye-Fi card, please consult with the card manufacturer. The use of Eye-Fi cards may not be available outside the United States and Canada, please contact the card manufacturer for territory availability.

3.7 fps continuous shooting up to approximately 34 JPEGs or approximately 6 RAW

The EOS Rebel T2i can shoot up to 3.7 frames per second (fps) for up to approximately 6 consecutive RAW files or approximately 34 full-resolution JPEGs. Shooting at speeds of up to 1/4000 sec., the EOS Rebel T2i can capture even rapidly-unfolding scenes with ease.

Compatible with the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses

The EOS Rebel T2i is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF lineup, including compact and lightweight EF-S lenses, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver outstanding performance and deliver beautiful results. Special technologies like the Canon Image Stabilizer technology in select lenses helps to minimize the effect of camera shake, effectively adding up to four stops of light. With a dizzying array of lenses perfect for travel, sports, still life and everything in between, photographers can truly maximize the quality and performance of their EOS Rebel T2i with superlative Canon optics.

Type

Type
Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera

Recording Media
SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC Memory Card

Image Sensor Size
22.3mm x 14.9mm (APS-C size)

Compatible Lenses
Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6x the lens focal length)

Lens Mount
Canon EF mount

Image Sensor

Type
High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor

Pixels
Effective pixels: Approx. 18.00 Megapixels

Aspect Ratio
3:2 (Horizontal: Vertical)

Color Filter System
RGB primary color filters

Low-pass Filter
Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor

Dust Deletion feature
(1) Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit
(2) Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image
(3) Manual cleaning of sensor

Recording System

Recording Format
Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.21

Image Type
Still: JPEG, RAW (14-bit, Canon original), RAW+JPEG
Video: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM)

File Size
(1) Large/Fine: Approx. 6.4MB (5184 x 3456 pixels)
(2) Large/Normal: Approx. 3.2MB (5184 x 3456 pixels)
(3) Medium/Fine: Approx. 3.4MB (3456 x 2304 pixels)
(4) Medium/Normal: Approx. 1.7MB (3456 x 2304 pixels)
(5) Small/Fine: Approx. 2.2MB (2592 x 1728 pixels)
(6) Small/Normal: Approx. 1.1MB (2592 x 1728 pixels)
(7) RAW: Approx. 24.5MB (5184 x 3456 pixels)
Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc.

File Numbering
Continuous numbering, auto reset, manual reset

Color Space
sRGB, Adobe RGB selectable

Picture Style
Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined 1-3

Image Processing

Type
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom

Color Temperature Compensation
White balance correction: ±9 stops in full-stop increments
White balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop increments
Blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possible

Color Temperature Information Transmission
Provided

Viewfinder

Type
Eye-level SLR (with pentamirror)

Coverage
Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95%

Magnification
Approx. 0.87x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1 m^-1 (dpt))

Eyepoint
Approx. 19mm (from eyepiece lens center)

Built-in Dioptric Adjustment
-3.0 to +1.0m^-1 (diopter)

Focusing Screen
Fixed, Precision Matte

Mirror
Quick-return half mirror (transmission: reflection ratio of 40:60, no mirror cut-off with EF600mm f/4L IS USM or shorter lenses)

Viewfinder Information
AF information

AF points and focus confirmation light
Exposure information

Shutter speed, aperture, ISO speed (always displayed), AE lock, exposure level, spot metering circle, exposure warning
Flash information

Flash ready, flash exposure compensation, high-speed sync, FE lock, red-eye reduction light
Image information

Highlight tone priority (D+), monochrome shooting, maximum burst (1-digit display), white balance correction, SD card information

Depth-of-Field Preview
Enabled with depth-of-field preview button

Autofocus

Type
TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS sensor

AF Points
9 AF points (center AF point is cross-type)

Focusing Modes
Auto, One-Shot AF, Predictive AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual Focusing (MF)

AF Point Selection
Automatic selection, manual selection

Selected AF Point Display
Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor

AF-assist Beam
Intermittent firing of built-in flash
Effective range: Approx. 4.0m/13.1 ft. at center, approx. 3.5m/11.5 ft. at periphery. When EOS-dedicated Speedlite attached, the Speedlite's AF-assist beam is emitted instead.

Exposure Control

Metering Modes
63-zone TTL full-aperture metering

Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point)

Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center)

Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center)

Center-weighted average metering

Metering Range
EV 1-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Exposure Control
(1) Program AE (shiftable)
(2) Shutter-priority AE
(3) Aperture-priority AE
(4) Depth-of-field AE (A-DEP, non-shiftable)
(5) Full Auto (Program AE, non-shiftable)
(6) Programmed Image Control modes (6 modes)

* Flash OFF, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait
(7) Manual exposure (including bulb)
(8) E-TTL II autoflash program AE

* Evaluative metering, Averaged metering

ISO Speed (Recommended Exposure Index)
ISO 100~6400 (in 1-stop increments), H: 12800
Basic Zone modes: ISO 100~3200 set automatically

Exposure Compensation
Manual: ±5 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments (can be combined with AEB)

AE Lock
(1) Auto AE lock

* In the One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering, AE lock takes effect when focus is achieved.
(2) Manual AE lock

* With AE lock button. (AE lock is updated each time you press the button.)
Enabled in all metering modes.

Shutter

Type
Vertical-travel, mechanical, focal-plane shutter with all speeds electronically controlled

Shutter Speeds
1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec., X-sync at 1/200 sec.
1/4000 sec. to 30 sec., bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)

Shutter Release
Soft-touch electromagnetic release

Self-timer
10-sec. or 2-sec. delay or 10-sec. delay plus continuous shooting

Remote Control
Remote Switch RS-60E3
Remote Controller RC-1/RC-5/RC-6

Built-in Flash

Type
Retractable, auto pop-up flash

Flash Metering
E-TTL II autoflash

Guide Number
13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet)

Recycling Time
Approx. 3 sec.

Flash-ready Indicator
Flash-ready icon lights in viewfinder

Flash Coverage
Up to 17mm lens focal length (equivalent to 27mm in 135 format)

FE Lock
Provided

Flash Exposure Compensation
±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
Flash exposure compensation for built-in flash and Speedlite can be set with the camera.

Drive System

Drive Modes
Single, continuous, self-timer (10 sec. or 2 sec. delay)/remote control

Continuous Shooting Speed
Max. 3.7 shots/sec. (with One-Shot AF or AI Servo AF)

Maximum Burst
JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 34, RAW: Approx. 6
Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB SD memory card, ISO 100 and Standard Picture Style
Varies depending on the subject, SD memory card brand, image-recording quality, etc.

Live View Functions

Shooting Modes
Still photo shooting and video shooting

Focusing
Autofocus (One-Shot AF): Live mode, Face Detection Live mode, Quick mode; Manual focus (5x or 10x manually)

Metering Modes
Real-time evaluative metering with image sensor

Metering Range
EV 0-20 (at 73°F/23°C with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100)

Grid Display
Provided (Two grid displays)

Exposure Simulation
Provided

Silent Shooting
Not provided

Video Shooting

File Format
MOV (image data: H.264; audio: Linear PCM (with internal mic: monaural, with external mic: stereo))

File Size
Recording Size: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD): 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 1280 x 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 640 x 480 (SD): 60p (59.94) / 50p), Movie Crop recording in 640 x 480

Continuous Shooting Time
Approx. 12 min. (1920 x 1080), 18 min. (1280 x 720), 24 min. (640 x 480)
Based on Canon's testing standards using a 4GB card

Focusing
Autofocus: Quick mode, Live mode, Face Detection Live mode; manual

Exposure Control
(1) Program AE for movie shooting
* For shooting modes other than manual exposure.
* Shutter speed (1/30 - 1/4000 sec., signal accumulation time), aperture, and ISO speed automatically set.
(2) Manual exposure
* For manual exposure.
* Shutter speed (signal accumulation time), aperture, and ISO speed (auto/ manual) manually set. The shutter speed (signal accumulation time) is limited to 1/4000 sec. at the maximum and to 1/30 sec. at the minimum for 24/25/30 fps or 1/60 sec. or higher for 50/60 fps.

Exposure Compensation
Up to ±3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
* Possible only with autoexposure.

Audio recording method
Linear PCM
(1) Internal monaural microphone
(2) External stereo microphone jack

* Recording level automatically adjusted.

* Sampling frequency: 48 KHz, Bits: 16 bit x 2 ch

* Compatible with a commercially-available external microphone with 3.5mm dia. stereo mini-jack.

Video Playback
Playback, slow motion (variable speed possible), jump to first frame, previous frame, next frame, jump to last frame, cut out first or last, frame, and audio volume (6 levels, including mute).
* The audio level when the camera is connected to a TV set is adjusted with the TV set.

LCD Monitor

Type
TFT color, liquid-crystal monitor

Monitor Size
3.0 in.

Dots
Approx. 1,040,000 dots (VGA)

Coverage
Approx. 100%
Viewing angle: 160°

Brightness Adjustment
7 levels provided

Interface Languages
English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Ukraine, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean and Japanese

Image Playback

Display Format
(1) Single image display
- Two types of single-image full display and two types of shooting information display.
(2) Index display
- 4-image index and 9-index image.
(3) Jump display
- 10/100 images, shooting date, movies, stills

Highlight Warning
Provided (Overexposed highlights blink)

Image Protection and Erase

Protect
Erase protect (or cancel) each image individually

Erase
Single image, selected images or all images in the SD card can be erased (except protected images)

Direct Printing

Compatible Printers
PictBridge-compatible printers

Printable Images
JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System (DPOF printing possible) and RAW images captured with the EOS Rebel T2i

Easy Print feature
Provided

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format

DPOF
Version 1.1 compatible

Direct Image Transfer

Compatible Images
JPEG and RAW images
Only JPEG images can be transferred as wallpaper on the personal computer screen

Customization

Custom Functions
Total 12

My Menu Registration
Up to 6 menus, Custom functions and other top-tier options can be registered

Interface

USB Terminal
For personal computer communication and direct printing (USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)

Video Out Terminal
(1) Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable
(2) mini-HDMI OUT terminal

Power Source

Battery
One Battery Pack LP-E8
AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E8
With Battery Grip BG-E8, AA-size batteries can be used

Number of Shots
Number of shots (approx.)

Temperature Shooting Conditions

AE 100% AE 50%, FA 50%

At 73°F/23°C 550 470

At 32°F/0°C 440 400

Live View shooting at 73°F/23°C 200 170

Live View shooting at 32°F/0°C 180 150

Movie Shooting Time 1 hr. 40 min. 1 hr. 20 min.

The above figures apply with a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E8.
The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.

Battery Check
Auto

Power Saving
Provided. Power turns off after 30 sec., 1, 2, 4, 8, 15 min.

Date/Time Battery
Built-in secondary battery

Start-up Time
Approx. 0.1 sec.

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions (WxHxD)
Approx. 5.1 x 3.8 x 3.0 in./128.8 x 97.5 x 75.3mm

Weight
Approx. 18.7 oz./530g (CIPA standard, includes battery and memory card.)

Operating Environment

Working Temperature Range
32-104°F/0-40°C

Working Humidity Range
85% or less