New - Canon Rebel T2i Released - Canon Rebel T2i Review

It has been less than a year since the last Canon Rebel descended upon the camera world. It would seem that Canon may be jumping the gun (pun intended) by releasing another version in its entry level category, especially since the last one, the Canon Rebel T1i, has been received so well. Sales have been really good, as have been user reviews.

So, is this release really necessary? And will the camera buying public respond positively?

While it still remains to be seen, the simple answers would seem to be, Yes, it is time for the new release, and, Yes, the public will snatch up this newest release with gusto.

Here are the facts, and the facts are indisputable ("A Few Good Men").

1. There is now no question that HD Movie mode is now part of the package that photographers will be seeking in their new DSLR purchases. And movie mode in the T2i has been improved... not just a little, but to match the movie mode in the 7D semi-professional model (a 7D will cost you twice as much).

According to the Canon press release: "The Rebel T2i DSLR captures video in both NTSC (National Television System Committee) and PAL (Phase Altering Line) standards at selectable frame rates including Full HD 1920 x 1080 at 30 (29.97), 25 or 24 (23.976) fps, and HD 1280 x 720 or Standard Definition 640 x 480 quality video, at 60 (59.94) or 50 fps."

This is quite an improvement over the older version which had video capabilities of 1080p at only 20fps which delivered unacceptable quality for most viewers.

1a. An external mic jack has been added for better sound recording in video mode. This was the major complaint from reviewers of the previous model. Canon marketers heard the complaint and heeded the cries for improvement in this area.

2. Megapixels have increased to the same level as the 7D (again... cost is twice as much) at 18.7 megapixels. This is the highest number of pixels in the entry level category, and, while megapixels are not the end-all of features for selection criteria, this is pretty impressive. The younger sibling had an already impressive 15 megapixel sensor.

3. ISO has been improved to a selection of sensitivity of 100 to 6400 (up from 3200 in the older model) with the possibility of extending to 12800. This makes taking photos in low light much more manageable. For instance at concerts or indoor images without using a flash.

4. Exposure compensation has been increased from 2 stops plus or minus to 5 stops. This is really exciting news for photo enthusiasts who do HDR work.

5. Upgraded quality LCD panel. The resolution of the panel has been increased to 1.02 million dots. This means that there is better quality screen resolution.

6. A slight increase in the burst rate from 3.4 fps to 3.7 frames per second. This is a good feature for stop action shooting.

All of these upgrades add up to a great reason for a new release. The price is a bit higher than the competition in the entry level market, but the new Canon Rebel T2i has features that none of the competitors can claim.

If you are especially looking for a camera that can take quality video (and you should), still photo quality that matches that of the pros, and a full feature package that nearly matches a much more expensive DSLR, consider the NEW Rebel T2i (550D) from Canon.

The prediction is that the [http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/rebelT2i.html]Canon Rebel T2i will take the photography market by storm. Photographers love new gear, and this newest Rebel is a gem, and even though it is officially categorized as an entry level DSLR, it is a camera that photographers at every level of proficiency will want to have in their gear bag.

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Canon EOS 450D Review - Brand New

Here is a Canon EOS 450D Review for anyone who might consider buying this camera.

The Canon EOS 450D Digital SLR camera is classified as a consumer or entry-level model. In other words, Canon's target market when they designed this camera was the average consumer, someone relatively new to photography, but ready to step up from the point-and-click pocket-sized cameras.

They are also a good choice for anyone that is tired of using their phone for taking photos. In some cases, the shots turn out well, but they are simply not the best quality.

If you are a newbie, you might be wondering why some cameras create better images than others. Part of that has to do with the number of megapixels. For example, this model has 12.2 megapixels per image. A camera-phone might have as many as 3 megapixels. The average phones have only about 1-1.5 MPs.

But, it is not simply the number of MPs that make the images from a real camera better than those you can take with a phone. It is also the size and quality of the lens. In phones and many point-and-shoot cameras, the lenses are simply too small.

So, that's why you want a camera. Now, if you want to take some good photos and you are trying to figure out the difference between the cameras on the market, let me tell you a little about the Canon EOS 450D Digital SLR camera and how it compares to other brands.

12.2 megapixels is good. By comparison the Nikon D90 has 12.3 MP, but retails for nearly twice as much.

The 76mm LCD monitor, which is what you will use to preview your photos, and for the live view feature, is a good size. Anything smaller can be difficult to see.

It is the standard size found on entry level and mid-priced brands. In other words, buying something that costs more than the Canon EOS 450D Digital SLR camera will probably not give you a larger LCD monitor.

In my Canon EOS 450D review, I also want to touch on the following: The flash pops up, which is one of the things that make it more compact. It might not fit in a small pocket, but you can easily carry it in a purse, backpack or a deep jacket pocket. The pop-up flash is a standard feature on most comparably priced brands.

Canon's newer models have not improved that much. The only feature that makes the 500D more attractive to some people is the ability to record short movies or videos and play them on a high definition TV.

Other than the movie feature, which can be frustrating to use, the Canon EOS 450D Digital SLR camera has everything found on the 500D. As long as it is still available and sells for a lower price, I believe that it is your best buy.

You can take amazing photos with it. It is lightweight, but durable. The majority of the consumer reviews have been positive. Even the few negatives are not that critical. It is an excellent camera and it sells for a reasonable price.

A Canon EOS 450D review would not be complete without telling you where you can get great deals on this camera.

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