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March 2010
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The editors liked
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
Great image quality
1080p HD video at 30 fps
3inch extra sharp LCD with Live View
Fast autofocus and camera speeds
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
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...
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
Fast performance
Excellent image quality
Full HD video recording
Lightweight design
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...
Affordable
HD video specs identical to more expensive Canon 7D
1920x1080 24p
High ISO.
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
Accurate colors
Quick response of 3.7 fps
Good control layout
Noise under control up to ISO 1600
Excellent photo quality
Above average video-capture quality
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.
Fantastic image quality
Very versatile
Light and compact
The editors didn't like
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
Relatively slow burst mode
Video controls could be easier to use
Some detail loss in very dark or bright conditions
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
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...
Relatively expensive for entry level camera kit
Light plastic feel is a turn off for some photographers
Autofocus doesn't work in Movie mode
Video recording is not as intuitive as with a dedicated camcorder. Frames-per-second capture is slower than the competition.
Smaller form size
Almost too light
Plasticy.
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.
AF Assist lamp not on body
Kit lens is weak
Problematic videos
Annoying viewfinder
Irritating control layout for video capture
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.
Published: 2010-05-19, Author: matt , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: Canon's Rebel T2i is an incredible camera—everything a first DSLR should be. It takes fantastic photos (and, crucially, video) for the price, it's easy to use, and perhaps most importantly, it's a camera you can grow with.AdvertisementBut there's no shame...
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.
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 ...
Abstract: Just six months after Canon wowed us with the video capability of its EOS 7D, along comes the EOS Rebel T2i—with the same movie-making prowess at less than half the price. And this 18MP DSLR ($800, street, body only; $900 with 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6 EF IS l...
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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Published: 2010-04-12, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Fast performance; excellent photo quality; above average video-capture quality
Annoying viewfinder, irritating control layout for video capture
A great follow-up to the T1i, if you want the best photo and video quality in a dSLR for less than $1,000, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i is hard to beat.
Abstract: When Canon unveiled its T2i camera earlier this year, amateur photographers like myself got pretty excited. Sure, last year's T1i was an affordable DSLR with video recording, but the T2i looked like it was actually getting it right, promising better vi...
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...
