Canon EOS Rebel T2i

Released in early 2010, this new camera from Canon, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i is really a follow-up of the widely popular flagship of Canon’s consumer-oriented EOS Rebel camera series, the Canon Rebel T1i. Outwardly, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i looks almost identical to its predecessor. Yet beneath that deceptive shell is a number of features that have been taken from Canon’s prosumer Canon EOS 7D, hence resulting in what many term as the “Mini 7D”.

Design

With a build almost identical to the Canon Rebel T1i’s, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i is easily the smallest and lightest amongst its peers in the same DSLR range, weighing approximately 527g for the body (including battery).

Most existing Canon users will already know what to expect when it comes to the Canon EOS Rebel T2i. It is well assembled and owns a fairly solid build with no creaks to worry about. However, users looking for weather proofing at this price range of cameras, will be slightly disappointed.

The grip and thumb rest provide comfortable rubber grips which allow users to hold the camera securely, even in just one hand if the lens isn’t too large. When it comes to the controls, they are large similar to its predecessor’s, the Canon EOS Rebel T1i, except the flash-off option has been shifted to sit between the Auto and Portrait preset options on the Command dial.

The AE/AF lock and AF point selection buttons remain in the top right hand corner of the rear and just as most Canon DSLRs, they serve as zoom controls during playback. A great add on is that users will no longer have to hold on to the AE/AF lock button to autofocus in Live View, a feature already present in the Canon EOS 7D.

The Canon EOS Rebel T2i’s rear is mostly dominated by its 3-inch wide LCD screen that sports a wider 3:2 aspect ratio and its control layout which features two minor differences. The Direct Print button now activate the Quick Access menu instead of Live View which now has a dedicated button on the right of the optional viewfinder. Most of all, the exposure compensation, Direct Print, Q and Play buttons now sport larger squarish shapes as compared to their previous conventional circles.

Features

The Canon EOS Rebel T2i features a class-leading 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and speedy DIGIC 4 Image Processor, allowing users to capture images with extraordinary clarity and also creating an effective 1.6x field of view due to its APS-C size sensor. With a first class sensor used in professional Canon cameras and an ISO rating of up to 6400, expandable to 12800, there is increased light sensitivity for low light photography.

Users can now capture HD Video on the Canon EOS Rebel T2i with an advanced HD Movie mode for Full HD movies with manual exposure control for more control, even with taking full advantage of the creative features native to DSLRs. Canon users can make full use of Canon EF and EF-S lenses, including Macro and Fisheye lenses, to capture creative video even under poor lighting conditions. The Canon EOS Rebel T2i also features a built-in microphone for simple mono recordings.

This new Canon DSLR features Canon’s latest Dual-layer metering system sensor with 63 zones, set to deliver a very high level of accuracy for better results each time. Also, it owns a high-precision 9-point AF system that utilizes a high-precision, f/2.8 cross-type center point.

Looking at the back of the camera, you will find a high-resolution 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor that features spectacular detail with a 3:2 aspect ratio. A brand new Quick Control Screen button also provides users with easy access to frequently used camera settings such as ISO, Exposure and Flash Exposure compensation while a dedicated Live View/Movie shooting button allows users to transition effortlessly between still and movie mode.

The Canon 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, capturing rapidly unfolding scenes with ease with speeds of up to 1/4000 sec.

Bottom Line

Considering the line of features the Canon EOS Rebel T2i offers, plus the fact that it is compatible with the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses, this camera is a great buy for photographers who wish to be able to use a wide array of lenses for every occasion and purpose, providing users with lots of flexibility and options for a relatively cheap price tag.

Average User Rating:

• “T2i is amazing. Whether you want a nice HD camera for fun, to take some pictures, to start a Photo/Video business or to produce an Indie Film…the T2i is a great option for the price. If used correctly the Video can come out looking VERY Cinematic. Slap on a nice L Series lens, shoot in 24p and use a Glidetrack for some dolly shots and you won’t believe the results. I loved it so much I bought a second one. My only gripe is the sound and the lack of manual control in that area…but I record all of my audio on an external device anyways so it’s not THAT big of a deal. It’s just that, every once in a while I’d like to go out and throw on any old mic and get some decent audio…and I have yet to really do that. Small gripe for me personally. You may need to invest in a Rode Shotgun mic to get some decent audio if you don’t record externally.” – L.D.Neumann (USA)
• “I think that all of the approx 6 improvements over an XSi (used earlier) and T1i are significant. The sensor and the image processor definitely improve the picture quality in various difficult conditions. The increased mega-pixels help if you need to do crops or large prints else you can use it at around 8megs. The HD video is smooth. The LCD is pretty good. The quick setting button etc are very handy. The native eye-fi interface is neat when used with a wifi SD card. I’m using it with a Tamron “AF 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical IF Macro Zoom Lens” and so far I really like the results.” – T.Tyagi (USA)

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