Canon EOS 550D + EF 18-55mm IS + EF 55-250mm IS SLR Camera Kit 18,7 MP CMOS 5184 x 3456 pixels Black

Canon EOS 550D + EF 18-55mm IS + EF 55-250mm IS SLR Camera Kit 18,7 MP CMOS 5184 x 3456 pixels Black

Brand : Canon
Product family : EOS
Product name : 550D + EF 18-55mm IS + EF 55-250mm IS
Article code : 4463B037
Category : Digital Cameras ✚
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Specs

Picture quality
Camera type	SLR Camera Kit
Megapixel	18,7 MP
Sensor type	CMOS
Maximum image resolution	5184 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	5184 x 3456
Image stabilizer
Supported aspect ratios	3:2
Image sensor size (W x H)	22,3 x 14,9 mm

Lens system
Focal length range	18 - 55 mm
Minimum aperture number	3,5
Maximum aperture number	5,6
Lens structure (elements/groups)	11/9
Filter size	58 mm
Number of diaphragm blades	6

Focusing
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Selective Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam

Exposure
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Spot

Shutter
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	30 s
Camera shutter type	Electronic

Flash
Flash modes	Auto, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Second curtain synchro
Flash exposure lock

Video
Video recording
Maximum video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
HD type	Full HD
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Video formats supported	MOV

Memory
Compatible memory cards	sd, sdhc, sdxc

Display
Display	LCD
Display diagonal	7,62 cm (3")
Display resolution (numeric)	1040000 pixels
Field of view	100%

Viewfinder
Viewfinder type	Electronic
Magnification	0,87x

Ports & interfaces
I/O ports	1x video out PAL/ NTSC 1x HDMI mini 1x 3.5mm
PictBridge
USB version	2.0

Camera
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Scene modes	Close-up (macro), Night portrait, Portrait, Sports, Landscape
Photo effects	Neutral
Camera playback	Movie, Single image, Slide show
Playback zoom (max)	10x
Histogram
Image processor	DIGIC 4

Design
Product color	Black
Material	Stainless steel

Battery
Battery technology	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery type	LP-E8

System requirements
Mac compatibility

Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 80%

Weight & dimensions
Width	128,8 mm
Depth	62 mm
Height	97,3 mm
Weight	530 g

Packaging content
Bundled software	ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser Image Processing Digital Photo Professional PhotoStitch EOS Utility Picture Style Editor

Other features
Video capability
Interface	USB 2.0
Lens system	EF/EF-S
Built-in flash
Camera shutter speed	30 - 1/4000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	29 - 88 mm
Compatible operating systems	Win XP (SP2/SP3) / Vista / 7 Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.6
Digital SLR
HDMI ports quantity	1
Power source type	Battery

Reviews

photo.net

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:25

Average rating:0

The Canon Rebel T2i is the latest (spring 2010) addition to Canon’s entry level “Rebel” line of Digital SLRs. Each new Digital Rebel seems to add more and more features and the T2i is no exception. In fact it’s getting increasing difficult to regard th...

The Digital Rebel T2i is an impressive camera for the price. In terms of image quality it’s very close to the EOS 7D (which costs twice as much). It has a high resolution sensor, low noise, excellent HD video capabilities, ISO settings up to 12800, 3.5...

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microfilmmaker.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:28

Average rating:83

Two years ago, Canon introduced the 5D Mark II camera that revolutionized the video industry. This was the most groundbreaking announcement to the film making community since Panasonic introduced the DVX100 in 2002 bringing 24 frames per second to unde...

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DigitalReviews.net

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:29

Average rating:0

Canon EOS 550D & 18-135mm KitThe Canon EOS 550D has been around for a little while now, but we got our hands on the 18-135mm IS Kit, thanks to the folks at ImagingWorld.com.au We've given it a bit of a work out over the last week or so, and here's wha...

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electronicsme.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:33

Average rating:92

Canon EOS T2i EF-S 18 MP CMOS APS-C Digital SLR Camera. Winner of the PC Magazine Service & Reliability Award, this camera offers high-end functionality at a mid-range price. If you are ready to enter the world of Digital SLRs or just upgrade your came...

The Canon EOS Rebel T2i Digital-SLR camera almost has too many features to list, with a 18-megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, DIGIC 4 image processor for high image quality and speed, ISO of 100-6400 (expandable to 12800), enhanced 63-zone, dual-layer mete...

pdnonline.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:34

Average rating:0

Watch Video Please note, the video requires that you have QuickTime 7 installed.If you are using Safari and are having problems viewing this video, Option+Click here to download the video.Editor's Note: PDN Photo Editor Amber Terranova recently had a...

g4tv.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:36

Average rating:80

Video Review: Utilizing an 18 megapixel sensor and Digick 4 image processor, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i DSLR camera offers crystal clear pictures, HD video recording and more. Chris Hardwick and Carrie Keagan find out if this camera is worth the $750 pric...

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Laptopmag.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:38

Average rating:80

Among the first DSLRs to include HD video recording, Canon's EOS Rebel T1i (now $799) won a high rating from us, thanks to both its moving and still image quality, as well as its easy interface. The T2i ($899) improves on that, upgrading from 720p vide...

Fast performance, Excellent image quality, Full HD video recording, Lightweight design...
Autofocus doesn't work in Movie mode...
A step above entry-level DSLRs, this camera captures stellar photos and HD video while still being easy to use.

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steves-digicams.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:40

Average rating:0

Canon's latest EOS Digital Rebel model, the T2i is an entry-level dSLR that offers many of the same features we saw on its predecessor, the T1i. New improvements include an 18-megapixel CMOS image sensor (same one used on the 7D), a new 63-zone Dual La...

Canon's continues to improve their entry-level line of EOS Digital Rebel dSLRs, with the latest version being the Rebel T2i (aka EOS 550D). This unit replaces the T1i from last year with several upgrades, many of which have been borrowed from it's big...

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dv.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:41

Average rating:90

print ShareThis rss The HD-capable DSLR race finds a great new entry-level option. When I was first invited to attend a special press meeting about a new Canon product last year, I was bursting with excitement hoping that it would be the new versio...

Affordable, HD video specs identical to more expensive Canon 7D; 1920x1080 24p; high ISO.
Smaller form size, almost too light, plasticy.
Purely as an HD-shooter, an amazing camera for the price...

tbreak.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:42

Average rating:90

Possibly the best entry level camera in the market right now Launched in February 2010, The Canon EOS 550D (also known as the Rebel T2i) enters the market with a bang making it a revolutionary upgrade to the almost one year old Canon EOS 500D (also kn...

Features wise, the Canon EOS 550D is the best entry level camera on the market right now. With a whopping 18mp sensor, top notch image quality, fantastic LCD screen and full HD video capabilities, it can almost be called a mid range consumer DSLR. Wha...

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macworld.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:44

Average rating:80

It's tempting to refer to Canon's T2i as an evolutionary upgrade to its predecessor, the T1i. That is, until you review its pictures and video on your computer screen. Yes, Canon has added incremental refinements to its latest Rebel, but they add up to...

Higher resolution and improved image quality over previous Rebels, Improved video mode with external mic capability, LCD with high resolution and new 3:2 dimensions, Excellent software bundle for both Mac and Windows users, Snappy 3.7 fps in burst mode...
Relatively expensive for entry level camera kit, Light plastic feel is a turn off for some photographers...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:46

Average rating:80

It's tempting to refer to Canon's T2i as an evolutionary upgrade to its predecessor, the Canon EOS Rebel T1i. That is, until you review its pictures and video on your computer screen. Yes, Canon has added incremental refinements to its latest Rebel, bu...

LCD with high resolution and new 3:2 dimension, Excellent software for both Mac and Windows, Improved video mode with external mic capability, Higher resolution than previous Rebel cameras, Higherquality images and video than older Rebels, Snappy 3.7...
Light plastic feel, Expensive for entry level camera kit...
Canon's incremental refinements to its latest Rebel add up to improved image quality and movie recording that is a notable step forward. Shop for the EOS Rebel T2i (EF-S 18-55mm IS Lens Kit) MerchantPriceMerchant Rating $899.99 Learn More » 5 Reviews...

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imaging-resource.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:50

Average rating:0

Once again, Canon has raised the bar at the consumer level, providing even more still-image resolution, and a high-def video mode with full control over exposure, resolution and frame rate, plus the ability to use autofocus during videos. Though it com...

Excellent 18 megapixel sensor with impressively low noise and superb detail, Very good high ISO performance, especially for 18-megapixel subframe sensor, Live View mode works very well, Live View mode offers a choice between phase-detect, contrast-dete...
Main dial has too much resistance, is uncomfortable in use, No rear control dial, Evaluative metering tends to blow highlights, often requires 1/3 to 2/3EV of negative exposure compensation, No dedicated AF-assist lamp (flash is used), and AF-assist ad...
Once again, Canon has raised the bar at the consumer level, providing even more still-image resolution, and a high-def video mode with full control over exposure, resolution and frame rate, plus the ability to use autofocus during videos. Though it com...

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techworld.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:54

Average rating:0

If you’re in the market for a digital SLR that’s as ‘future proof’ as possible and reassuringly expensive without being prohibitively so at under a grand, the 550D, which slots into the middle of Canon’s EOS range, is worth your attention. Not least b...

For those aspiring pros who want a capable multimedia tool that still resembles a conventional DSLR, the Canon EOS 550D should come near the top of your list as a safe option. If you don’t already own a set of lenses, laying out almost £900 for your f...

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digital-photography-school.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:57

Average rating:0

Background on the Canon EOS T21/550DWith entry-level DSLRs, Canon has long walked a path of gradual development. When a new model pops out of the factory, the model it replaces stays in the catalogue but is sold at a lower price. It’s smart marketing...

Does Canon have a winner? Yes. The market Canon is targeting with the Rebel T2i / EOS 550D is the buyer who wants quality equipment but doesn’t get carried away with the finer points and the creative possibilities they offer. Think of this camera as a...

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camcorderinfo.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:37:59

Average rating:0

The Canon Rebel T2i succeeds in delivering high-quality video performance with a fairly simple video mode interface. The camera wasn't quite as strong in our testing as it's more expensive cousin—the Canon 7D—but it definitely represents a strong mid-r...

In terms of video performance and capability the Canon Rebel T2i represents a huge upgrade over its predecessor, the Rebel T1i. The fact that the T2i records Full HD video with options for 24p and 30p recording is its biggest improvement compared to th...

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digitalcamerainfo.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:03

Average rating:98

The 18-megapixel Canon Rebel T2i has the same high-res sensor as the more upscale Canon 7D, but the new Rebel isn't actually all that different from last year's T1i. High-quality video shooting at 1080p is a big improvement, but dynamic range and long...

The Canon Rebel T2i (MSRP $899.99) doesn't offer many improvements over last year's Rebel T1i. The most significant, however, is the new 18-megapixel CMOS sensor borrowed from last year's Canon 7D. This change increased the sharpness quality, but the...

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wired.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:10

Average rating:70

At first glance Canon's newest entry-level DSLR, the Rebel T2i, might trick you into thinking that it's merely a repackaged version of its predecessor. That's a mistake. This new Rebel definitely has a cause. It's been hopped up under the hood with a r...

Imagestabilized kit lens. Threeinch 3:2 aspect ratio LCD with a slightly greater viewing angle than the old version. Dedicated Live View/Movie Record button. Quick Control Screen. External microphone jack. Quicktime H.264 video format. SD memorycard slot handles speedy SDXC memory cards. AV output and HDMI connections. Video in 1080p at 30 and 24 fps; 720p at 60 fps, 640 x 480 at 60 fps and VGA...
Lack of quick control wheel (you have to get Canon's 7D or a higher model to have one). Bothersome autofocus assist flash. Build quality not as robust as feature set.

techcrunch.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:12

Average rating:0

Short version: An outstanding consumer DSLR and liberating video recorder, the T2i is a powerhouse media device in a small and relatively affordable package. What I think of as killer features, however, may not be viewed as such by the buying populatio...

The T2i is a great success and a great value. I know I’m biased as a Canon shooter, but I think it really is the best value on the market right now for an all-purpose imaging device. Stills are excellent, video is fun. As long as you are aware of the...

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dcresource.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:18

Average rating:0

The Canon EOS Rebel T2i ($899 with lens) is an entry-level digital SLR that doesn't skimp on features or performance. This camera, which is the follow-up to the popular Rebel T1i (which continues to be sold), borrows a lot of from the $1699 EOS-7D, an...

Very good photo quality, Excellent high ISO performance, especially considering the 18 Megapixel resolution of the camera, Compact body, welldesigned body, Ultrahigh resolution 3inch LCD with 3:2 aspect ratio, Fast startup, focus, shottoshot times, Full manual controls, with support for RAW image format, RAW format supported; good editing software included, Full HD movie recording with full manua...
JPEGs are soft at default settings; good lenses needed for best results, Redeye a problem; no way to remove it in playback mode, Small right hand grip not for everyone, LCD outdoor visibility could be better, Sluggish contrast detect autofocus in live view, Continuous shooting mode could be better, Very basic playback mode, Wireless flash control would've been nice...
Canon's Digital Rebel models have always been the leaders in the entry-level D-SLR category, and that tradition continues with the EOS Rebel T2i. This 18 Megapixel camera features excellent photo quality (even at high ISOs), a compact, well-designed b...

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ld2.ciol.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:19

Average rating:0

The entry to mid-range DSLR market is a crowded place. You can now get a digital SLR for as less as Rs 20k, lesser than many of the glitzy compact cameras around. And as any photography enthusiast will tell you, with an SLR, the quality of photo...

Full HD video with selectable frame rates...
Slow continuous shutter speed...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:24

Average rating:75

There haven’t been many recent DSLR introductions for less than $999. Sure you can spend four grand for a Canon EOS 1D Mark IV or a $5,000 Nikon D3s, two of the newer ones available, but those models are really for pros. News on the affordable DSLR fro...

Accurate colors, Quick response of 3.7 fps, Good control layout, Noise under control up to ISO 1600...
AF Assist lamp not on body, Kit lens is weak, Problematic videos...
The T2i delivers accurate colors and decent noise control, but it's hard to overlook its unreliable video performance...

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dpreview.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:28

Average rating:0

The Canon EOS 550D is a difficult product to categorize. Ostensibly designed to appeal to first-time DSLR buyers and enthusiasts, it offers a lot more technology, and at a higher price, than we might expect for a camera aimed squarely at this sector...

Excellent detail and resolution (especially in raw mode), Lovely new LCD screen - the 3:2 format really makes a difference, Capable, flexible AF system in both phase-detection and live view modes, High-spec video mode, including external microphone jack, Highly intuitive operation, refined ergonomics, Fast and responsive operation (although shooting in raw mode slows things down), Very reliable...
Auto Lighting Optimizer's effect is subtle to the point of being unnoticeable, No rear control dial (as found on higher-end Canon bodies), Entry-level ergonomics won't suit everyone (the EOS 50D and 7D just feel nicer), No in-camera raw conversion option, Slightly soft JPEG output at default settings (but this is far from unusual), Chroma noise takes a fairly big chunk out of resolution at ISO 12...
As I mentioned in the introduction to this review, Canon has pulled out all the stops with the EOS 550D, and has delivered the most highly specified Rebel-series DSLR we've ever seen. In practice, the camera does not disappoint, and in all respects it...

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photographyblog.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:30

Average rating:90

The Canon EOS 550D (called the Canon EOS Rebel T2i in North America) is a new DSLR camera that boasts a class-leading 18-megapixel and the ability to shoot 1080p high-definition videos. Other key features of the 550D / T2i include continuous shooting...

The Canon EOS 550D / Rebel T2i is a solid mid-range camera whose main virtue is that it allows you to capture incredibly detailed photos without ever getting in the way or spoiling the fun of picture taking. Surely enough, it doesn't have the robust...

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whatdigitalcamera.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:34

Average rating:91

The Canon EOS 550D is the latest addition to the stable of beginner-to-amateur level DSLRs looking to capture imagination of users stepping up from advanced compacts or bridge models. The Canon EOS 550D improves on the previous model, the Canon EOS 500...

Fantastic image quality, very versatile, light and compact...
A touch too expensive...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:36

Average rating:90

Canon has done it again. Last year the Canon EOS Rebel T1i ($899.99, ) along with the Nikon D5000 ($729.95, ) led the D-SLR revolution by being the first sub-$1,000 models to offer high-definition video. Capture is limited to 720p, but both cameras ar...

Top-notch images. 18-MP resolution. Low noise levels through ISO 3200. Largest and sharpest LCD available on a D-SLR. Multiple HD video-capture modes. Manual exposure control available during video capture. Compatible with SDXC memory cards. HDMI-CEC supp...
Video recording is not as intuitive as with a dedicated camcorder. Frames-per-second capture is slower than the competition.
The Canon EOS Rebel T2i pumps out beautiful pictures and boasts full-featured 1080p video recording options that were previously only available with D-SLRs twice its price...

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cameralabs.com

Updated:
2011-07-31 02:38:39

Average rating:88

Canon's EOS 550D – or Rebel T2i as it's known in North America – is the company's latest upper entry-level DSLR. Announced in February 2010, it's numerically the successor to the EOS 500D / T1i, although the older model is expected to remain on-sal...

High resolution 18 Megapixel stills, Adjustable HD resolution and fps with mic input, Superb high resolution screen with 3:2 shape, Confident 63-zone metering system from 7D.
Modest 3.7fps shooting and small RAW buffer, Screen fixed in position, unlike several rivals, Average 9-point AF system and viewfinder, Compelling rivals if you don't care for 1080p movies.
Canon's EOS 550D / Rebel T2i continues the company's tradition of filtering-down features from a higher-end model into a more affordable body. As such, the 550D / T2i enjoys the same high resolution photos and flexible movie modes of the 7D, not t...

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photographybay.com

Updated:
2011-08-07 08:02:09

Average rating:0

The Canon Rebel T2i (aka 550D outside the US) is the follow-up entry-level DSLR to the great Rebel T1i. Even though the T2i follows just one year after the release of the T1i, it is not the typical, incremental upgrade you might expect. The Rebel T2i p...

As expected, Canon has taken its entry-level DSLR series to new heights. For someone who is looking to step up from a point and shoot camera, the Rebel T2i is very enticing. It also provides a gentle learning curve with very basic settings, while offer...

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consumersearch.com

Updated:
2011-08-31 02:01:21

Average rating:0

The 18-megapixel Canon Rebel T2i (known as the Canon EOS 550D outside of the U.S.) has many of the advanced features of the Canon EOS 7D (*Est. $1,800 with kit lens) digital SLR yet costs half as much. Critics rave about the quality of the T2i's still...

Great image quality, 1080p HD video at 30 fps, 3inch extra sharp LCD with Live View, Fast autofocus and camera speeds...
Relatively slow burst mode, Video controls could be easier to use, Some detail loss in very dark or bright conditions...

tech2.com

Updated:
2011-11-24 01:09:59

Average rating:75

Back in July, we saw the Canon EOS 600D DSLR camera, which offered some pretty amazing performances. The 600D is based on the EOS 550D, which launched at the start of last year. Though the 550D is a bit old, it still continues to sell in the market...

The Canon EOS 550D sells at a market operating price in India at Rs.38,700. This is a really good camera and it comes as no surprise that it is still widely sold in the market, despite being almost two years old. This was not intended as a replacement...

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