Overview
The Canon EOS 550D digital SLR camera takes many of the features found in professional cameras and squeezes them into a smaller, more consumer friendly body. The 550D's 18 megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor is paired with Canon's advanced DIGIC IV image processor to give users superb image quality, unlimited creativity and Full 1920x1080p HD movie capability. The sensor and processor combination offers ISO settings of 100-6400 (expandable to 12800) and the clever in-camera noise reduction technology further improves the EOS 550D's low-light performance. The 3 inch Clear View LCD screen with 1040k dot resolution provides remarkable clarity for both composition with the 550D's Live View Mode and for reviewing your images and videos. Despite being considerably smaller than many Pro DSLRs, the Canon EOS 550D offers a continuous shooting rate of 3.7 frames per second and a 9 point auto-focus system, making it capable of grabbing fast-paced action shots that other cameras may struggle with.
Features
- 18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
- DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800)
- Continuous shooting at 3.7fps
- Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates
- 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots
- iFCL metering System with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering Sensor
- Quick Control screen to change shooting settings
- Exposure compensation +/-5 stops.
- Select maximum value for Auto ISO
- External Microphone socket
- Movie crop function
- Eye-Fi connected functions compatibility
Specification
- Megapixels 18
- Sensor type APS-C CMOS
- Autofocus points 9
- Crop factor 1.6x
- Lens mount EF/EF-S
- Metering system TTL full aperture metering with 63-zone SPC
- Frames per second 3.7
- ISO min 100
- ISO max 6400
- Screen size 3 inch
- Card format SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi
- Battery model Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E8
- Weight (g) 530
- Size 128.8 x 97.3 x 62mm
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Aspect ratio 3:2
- Sensor size 22.3 x 14.9mm
- Autofocus system 9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8)
- Screen resolution 1,040,000
- File formats JPEG: Fine, Normal (Exif 2.21 [Exif Print] compliant), RAW: RAW (14bit, Canon original RAW 2nd edition)
- Connectivity Hi-Speed USB, Video output (PAL/ NTSC), HDMI mini output (CEC compatible), External microphone (3.5mm Stereo mini jack)
- Flash type In-built, Hotshoe
- Flash guide number 13
- Flash metering E-TTL II with EX series Speedlites, wireless multi-flash support
- Flash sync speed 1/200 sec.
- Image stabilisation Yes
- Integrated cleaning Yes
- Live view Yes
- Shutter speed max 1/4000 sec
- Shutter speed min 30 sec
- VF coverage 95%
- Vertical grip BG-E8
Capture your story in stunning detail with the EOS 550D. With the creative freedom to capture the decisive shot, see all the detail of your holiday sunset or follow action in the local football match. Ideal for those who want to create large, poster-size prints – or crop images without losing any of the detail necessary for printing – EOS 550D’s 18MP CMOS sensor is outstanding in low light, and produces images with incredibly low noise. Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor works with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. DIGIC 4 also powers advanced Noise Reduction when shooting at higher ISO speeds, plus split-second start-up times and near-instant image review after shooting. When light levels fall, the EOS 550D offers an ISO range of up to 6400 – expandable to 12800 for those environments where using flash is undesirable. The EOS 550D combines exceptional still shooting with the ability to shoot Full HD (1080p) video. To satisfy your creativity the EOS 550D features full manual control and selectable frame rates. You can also shoot high speed 50/60fps movies at 720P for when the action is really fast. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on any HDTV. Also with compatible TVs playback can be controlled using the TV’s remote control.
Detailed checks on images and video are possible with a 7.7cm (3.0 inch) 3:2 Clear View LCD screen, which features an ultra-high 1,040,000 dots for increased clarity. Switch to Live View mode and use the real-time visual feed to shoot from awkward angles. A 63-zone dual layer metering sensor analyses Focus, Colour and Luminance information, providing accurate and consistent metering. Accessible using a dedicated button it provides easy access to commonly used functions, ensuring that you are ready to take the shot as it happens. Add an additional microphone for better quality sound using the 3.5mm stereo jack socket. Shoot VGA movies with an effective zoom of 7x. Movie crop uses only the centre part of the sensor and allows long distance shooting without having to change lenses. The EOS 550D is compatible with Canon’s full range of EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites.
