its a really good camera not good in low light (if you don't long expouse) because of noise but i really like it and its on a professsional level trust me ! buy it if you are on a budget just get a prime lens with F1.4 or 2 and you are in the game
You are seriously the best camera reviewer on the net. You're very fair, you cover everything important and above all your reviews are easy to understand someone relatively new to photography like myself. Thank-you!
Thank you for your review. It is still relevant in 2018! I stumbled upon a 550D/T2i this week. No sense in buying the latest & greatest retail model offered, just upgrade as availability and budget allows. They all do much more than I am capable of utilizing anyway.
No, we didn't have video production classes at school. We hardly had any computers either. Consider yourself lucky. What we did have though were English language classes which are still amazingly useful.
If you're into wildlife photography, having the right lenses will be more important than a full-frame body. The smaller APS-C sensor is actually beneficial for shots of distant subjects.
Shot this with my t2i, definitely a good starter camera. Check out the photo let me know what you guys think! www.jetphotos.net/viewphoto.php?id=7723302
skbenergy Thanks! Just got into it about 6 months ago snapping pics, always loved aviation though hah. I see on your avatar you have a pic of BA looks like 777! Check out more pics on the page by clicking "more" from my name, I also have a pg on airliners.net and planespotters.net as well. let me know if you have a page i'll check out etc!
MOHAMMED ZAHEER wow cool :), this is my aviation channel, i use a canon T3I bu i just got a 55 to 250 zoom lens i have always been using the smaller lens, i love doing videos in my free time. I live on a small island in the Caribbean name St Kitts and i love to show of what we have to offer :) feel free to check it out when u get some time
I wish this guy would hold a class on how to review, well, anything. So many reviews today are simply some guy trying to cram in as many catchy adjectives as possible, which results in me watching a 10 minute video with about 30 seconds of useful information. This reviewer actually spent the majority of the time reviewing the camera. Much thanks!
@hbuglilly If its clicking, that could be the lens aperture adjusting as the brightness changes. Try shooting with manual exposures and fix the aperture - see the manual. The stabilisaiton motor can also sometimes be heard,. so you may want to switch off IS.
@VideoDocR It's an interesting observation, but I'm certainly not hiding anything myself! I haven't noticed one brand being particularly more prone to failure or returns than another. You'll hear more complaints about the bigger brands in any category though as they simple sell more units. Most reviewers look at a product at the start of its life, so the best people to comment are the stores which handle the returns.
Just last Saturday, I purchased the Canon EOS Rebel T2i, my first DSLR camera and must say that I was very impressed with the features after trying it out. The photos were very detailed and clear, which was what I was looking for a camera that takes crisp clear photos. I enjoy watching this review and I am glad that I purchased this camera for it is above my expectations. Thanks for sharing.
Gordon, you are the God of camera reviews. After watching your videos I'm actually hoping for more cameras to come out, simply so you can make reviews of them. Truly, you have made purchasing my first DSLR an easy task. Thank you.
@davidcapi Thanks for trying to support us! You may also want to try B&H through cameralabs . com when they are back in stock. An imported model will only be guarenteed for the country it's from (so if it breaks in the warranty period, it'll need to go back to the USA), and it'll come with a US mains plug, but you can swap the cable for a local one if preferred, or use an adapter plug. The charger will work anywhere.
Learned more about Canon's 2Ti from this 20min review than I would have after hours of trying to process the manual through an ADD gray-matter haze. Very helpful, clear and concise information along with a pleasant and highly informed presentation. Invaluable, thanks for taking the time to put in the hard work, you should be on the tele. Brilliant!
Hi Gordon, After all the reserch, I finally got my T2i 18-135mm from New egg, This is my first DSLR Camera, and thanks to you, I learn a lot from your show ! agian thank you !!
In Live Vire the mirror stays up and the sensor and screen remain active. This all consumes power and heats up the sensor, so most live view modes switch off after a set time.
@Sa6ee The remote control program is called EOS Utility and comes with al recent Canon DSLRs including your 500D - it should be on the main software CD which came with it.
@Rocknthebounce Blimey, he's a postive kind of guy! Yes the 5D and 7D are tougher cameras - they're semi-pro models - but the 550D / T2i will be fine for many years so long as you don't drop it or give it a hard bash.
Excellent review!! ...i have just recently bought my T2i but i'm having a little problem with while recording video.... it's just that it says " movie recording has been stopped automatically" once i have recorded a few ten seconds of the video... this did not happen earlier.... i've been trying to see if it's any settings error but ...no luck...... I hope you have the answer to this one ....thanks!!
To shot with the screen you need to put it in Live View - see your manual. But using the 'hole' is the way this kind of camera was meant to be used for most of the time and you'll find the focusing is very slow when using the screen.
That was a serious review! I went to the full review at cameralabs & was amazed. I bought a T2i back in Oct and was just looking at reviews to see what people where saying. Its my 1st DSLR and I enjoy it. Your review is awesome! I learned about the pros & cons. I have been taking DSLR youtube tutorials for about 2 weeks and now have a better understanding of what makes a good camera good compared to my entry T2i. I love the review and I think the T2i is a great beginner DSLR.
I'm up in the air over the 550d and the 60d. Not going to make a decision until you post a review of the 60d.. Your reviews are the best on the net. Thanx Gordon!
how come you're not a partner, your reviews are the most proffesional work I've seen in youtube universe, filled with unboxing videos from 12 year old. Thanks for the great job.
I bought myself 550D last year as a birthday present and it never disappointed me. I know it's not the best camera out there but I think it's a brilliant camera to learn and love photography. I learned from my 550D that talent is not in the camera but the photographer himself. So don't distress yourself about deciding which camera to buy. Just buy the camera which you think is the best for you. It can be canon, nikon, etc. But thumbs up if you are a canon fan. =]
Excellent review - have just gone and bought one of these. My first DSLR since the Canon 300D... way back. Not been into photography over the last few years and just getting back into it so hoping this model is going to meet my expectations and get me back into aviation photography. Thanks again for a very informative review, certainly helped with my decison making.
Great review! my teacher recommended this camera as a good starter on digital (I'm used to film but I've been planning to switch to digital because it takes too much time and energy to develop film these days) Your video has officially persuaded me to upgrade my system! Thanks so much!
@mickysim123 It's not that they break at that point, it's just a guarenteed number before the timing of the shutter may not be as acurate - you're looking at about 100k shots for consumer mode, 150k for semi-pro and 300k for pro bodies.
@BurgarProduction Do you mean in the live view segment? It was on a tripod, but the 10x magnified view is very powerful, so even blowing on the lens will show a wobble!
I just want to say THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I visited your web page by accident through Google and bang. I have spent days looking for a good all purpose lens for the Canon 550D, and what took me days just took less than hour to have a clear idea. Not only that you also highlight other lenses that can suit different purpose, so Thank You!
Hi Gordon, I watched this review yesterday, a full day after you posted it, and it was still at the lowest res..... it's amazing how long it takes TH-cam to convert it to 1080p. I'm now loading it again, and will watch it at 1080p. I was dead set on the 7D, but you have convinced me the 550D is the way to go - From the rave reviews of this camera, I'm going to say it's getting the same hoopla that the Canon G2 did back in 2001 , and what an amazing camera it was. Thanks Gordon
You may think it's redundant, and I certainly don't like repeating it all the time, but judging from all the questions asking if they're the same thing, it's necessary!
Tough decision... I'd go for the D3200 if you're a beginner who'd appreciate the guide mode. I'd go for the other two if the flip out screens would be useful to you. I have no personal preference!
@HappyDude224 The 50mm f1.8 becomes a short telephoto lens on the 600D / 550D, so while it's great for portraits, it's too long for general-purpose shots. As such I wouldn't recommend it as your only lens. So if those are your only two choices, get the 550D with the 18-55, then buy the 50mm later if you get into portraits or low light work.
@cameralabs Thanks for the help man! I've decided on getting this camera thanks to all your video reviews and your full reviews. You speak very clearly and show off all the features in an easy to understand way. As easy as it can be explained for such an advanced camera anyway. Keep it up!
@awsomepossum1340 Sadly not, the viewfinder on a DSLR requires the mirror to be down - and when filming video, the mirror is up. If you want to film video with a viewfinder, you'll need a mirrorless ILC like a Sony NEX or Micro Four Thirds.
@SeanThomasTV I can assure you that all of the video you see here was filmed by me. I provide originals at cameralabs . com, but if people are uploading them here and claiming them as their own, then they are violating my copyright. Please provide usernames.
Such a detailed and helpful review/tutorial! You have donated so much of your time towards helping the needy! ;) Keep up the great work and thank you for your generous time!
Wow, what can i say. Awesome video. I'm a noob and looking to get into this photography lark and have pretty much decided on a 550d. Your tone and voice is super clear and demeanour for presenting is excellent. Just away to check out your cameralab site now. Thanks again.
For a general purpose EF-S lens I really like the 15-85mm, but it really depends what you want it for. Head over to cameralabs . com and click on the lenses section, then on the big Canon square to see my guide to buying the right Canon lens!
@AETrainingDavid97 $780 is the cheapest price you'll find for the 550D / T2i, but always check the stores as you may not like their reputation. You may prefer to shop at the more famous ones, in which case the price will be closer to 899. Either way though, please do go through my site - thanks!
@ibo852 You can mount a DSLR on many telescopes, but they tend to be bigger models with removeable eyepieces and 2in focusing tubes. Ask at your local telescope shop...
@Mastamarek I never went away! Remember I do many more reviews at cameralabs . com - only a handful are shown here. I won't be doing any pro bodies though.
You have been an invaluable source of information about the camera and lens I have learned a lot and continue to do so as I go back to your tutorials time and time again, Thanks a million..You are brilliant.
@FIGHTTHECABLE Did you look at the results pages on my review? I compared it against the D90 which has the same image quality as the D5000, and I think you'd agree the 550D is far from terrible. Also, while the D5000 only has 720p video at 24fps, the 550D has 720 and 1080p at a choice of frame rates. But as I said at the end of this video, that's not to say it's for everyone.
@criticaltinker Glad to be of service! I hope you clicked the Amazon link at cameralabs . com before ordering - the price is the same, but they pay a little commission, and that's the only thing which pays for my work and these reviews! Please see the partner stores page at cameralabs . com!
@griffinn2 The lens used throughout this video was the EF-S 18-135mm IS - this is the kit lens in some parts of the world. I have a full review of it at cameralabs . com.
This has easily been the most informative review of any product I've seen on TH-cam and a clear example of how this stuff should be done. Keep it up! Would you still recommend this camera for video now at the price point? Thanks again!
@MaghoxFr You just won't be able to zoom-in as much, that's all. You can always buy a telephoto zoom later. PS - don't forget you can support me by shopping for anything at the partner stores page at cameralabs . com! Thanks!
@TechCuber That's good to know... Some SanDisk Extreme 3's are Class 6 - definitely worth checking. Maybe yours was a 'failed' class 6, which performs better than average Class 4s...
@ayudan24688 You can do the computer-based remote control with ANY of the current Canon DSLRs - the software is called EOS Utility and comes with the camera.
@ptlofts Here are the "extra" features that the 7D offers: 1.) Magnesium body. The 550D is sturdy, but it's not made of magnesium, like the 7D. However, that also makes the 550D a lighter camera. 2.) Higher burst rate. Due to the 7D's sensor (exact same size as the 550D - crop factor = 1.6), you can shoot 8 frames per second on the 7D (only 3.7 fps on the 550D). 3.) The 7D has a 100% viewfinder, so what you see is what will appear on the image. The 550D's viewfinder only shows about 98%.
I have the Eos 550D for over 1 year now (bought it in june 2010) and it's still a superb camera! In a matter of fact, I am glad i didn't spend much more for a 7D because with my 70-200mm L lens it's just the right weight for on the go. The battery lasts forever (which was important for me) and ofcourse the image quality. Also the screen is really good compared with my Eos 450D (good for histogram readings). I don't think i would upgrade to the Eos 600D since it is not a big improvement atm.
Hi, there is a very useful video, one question what does the EXP SIM in the bottom right screen stand for. I have it showing a lot on my 550d. Is my SIM card getting full up, or is it something else? Many thanks .Mike.
Can't believe I watched the whole video... only wanted to see a few minutes of it, but you made it really interesting, as always. I'm happy with my 500D for now, though.
I'm a moderate beginner in photography as well and I bought the 550D last friday. I can report that for photography, this camera is as great as for the videomaking. I was recommended by several people (salesmen and canon-using friends) that the 550D was better for beginners with some experience, because it would give you more possibilities than the D3100. I didn't have the opportunity to compare it with the very similar D3100, so if you do, grab it! But as far as the Canon concernes, it great!
I see 40Ds on sale on ebay for about 250-350 bucks. The problem is there's since been a 50D, 60D and now a 70D is coming soon. The 40D is an old camera in digital terms and you may not get much for it anymore.
@dragongundam88 Well the 1.2 will gather more light than the 1.4, but only a little and it costs a LOT more. I think of the three Canon 50mm lenses, the 1.4 strikes the best balance of price and performance. PS - just remember to buy it through one of the partner stores at cameralabs . com to support me - thanks!
@TylerVanderkooy Use the lowest ISO and really close down the aperture, maybe like f22. A 30 minute exposure is very long and will let in a LOT of light, You may need to try some shorter exposures first, like 5 minutes, or even 1 minute until you get a feel of the correct exposure.
@sayrith yes you can. you can install magic lantern onto your t2i but there's no guarantee as to if your camera will work properly after the installation,and you will void your warranty in the process. by hiss i mean audio hiss, not grain hiss (noise). the audio hiss is extremely hard to fix. you may want look into a camera that has no audio gain control (agc) such as the t3i. you can buy it used for the same price as a new t2i. but it's really up to you how important no hiss is in your videos.
Extra comments: 1.) IQ (image quality) of the 7D and the 550D are exactly the same! 2.) Added bonus of high-resolution APS-C cameras like the 550D and 7D: More zoom with zoom lenses (500 mm x 1.6 = 800 mm) than with the (more expensive) full-sensor 5D or 1D series! Less vignetting (darkening around the image's edges) as well. I am getting the Canon EOS 5D Mark III when it comes out (probably in 2011) for macro, portrait and wide-angle work, but my 550D is great value for money! I love it!
@criticaltinker Thanks, much appreciated! PS - nice lens too... make sure you tell us why you went for that one in the 'which 50mm did you buy' thread in the Canon section of the cameralabs forum...
@sayrith the t2i has a mic input, manual focus, iso, aperture, shutter speed control. these features apply to the movie mode too. the t2i both supports FULL manual control for video. the only downside to the t2i for video is that it has auto gain control, so you get a lot of hiss in the background since the camera tries to adjust to keep volume at the same level. video quality: the t2i has 1080p at 30/24fps, 720p with up to 60fps. excellent video quality- look up some examples!
@castingsinkers Doesn't anyone read the manual anymore?! It's been a while since I tested it, but I think it was High ISO expansion in custom settings.
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its a really good camera not good in low light (if you don't long expouse) because of noise but i really like it and its on a professsional level trust me ! buy it if you are on a budget just get a prime lens with F1.4 or 2 and you are in the game
You are seriously the best camera reviewer on the net. You're very fair, you cover everything important and above all your reviews are easy to understand someone relatively new to photography like myself. Thank-you!
Thank you for your review. It is still relevant in 2018! I stumbled upon a 550D/T2i this week. No sense in buying the latest & greatest retail model offered, just upgrade as availability and budget allows. They all do much more than I am capable of utilizing anyway.
You're welcome, thanks for finding it! Ah, the good old days when one of my camera reviews could gather over a million views!
No, we didn't have video production classes at school. We hardly had any computers either. Consider yourself lucky. What we did have though were English language classes which are still amazingly useful.
Very informative review, thanks Gordon.
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If you're into wildlife photography, having the right lenses will be more important than a full-frame body. The smaller APS-C sensor is actually beneficial for shots of distant subjects.
Shot this with my t2i, definitely a good starter camera. Check out the photo let me know what you guys think!
www.jetphotos.net/viewphoto.php?id=7723302
awesome photo are you into aviation ?
skbenergy Thanks! Just got into it about 6 months ago snapping pics, always loved aviation though hah. I see on your avatar you have a pic of BA looks like 777! Check out more pics on the page by clicking "more" from my name, I also have a pg on airliners.net and planespotters.net as well. let me know if you have a page i'll check out etc!
MOHAMMED ZAHEER wow cool :), this is my aviation channel, i use a canon T3I bu i just got a 55 to 250 zoom lens i have always been using the smaller lens, i love doing videos in my free time. I live on a small island in the Caribbean name St Kitts and i love to show of what we have to offer :) feel free to check it out when u get some time
@RetroRepair Thankyou! Yes, I'd still recommend it, but if you want a flip-out screen, do also consider the 600D / T3i.
Wow!! It has been that long my friend. Maybe TH-cam thought I need some touch of nostalgia.
Fascinating how technology has progressed.
I wish this guy would hold a class on how to review, well, anything. So many reviews today are simply some guy trying to cram in as many catchy adjectives as possible, which results in me watching a 10 minute video with about 30 seconds of useful information. This reviewer actually spent the majority of the time reviewing the camera. Much thanks!
@hbuglilly If its clicking, that could be the lens aperture adjusting as the brightness changes. Try shooting with manual exposures and fix the aperture - see the manual. The stabilisaiton motor can also sometimes be heard,. so you may want to switch off IS.
@VideoDocR It's an interesting observation, but I'm certainly not hiding anything myself! I haven't noticed one brand being particularly more prone to failure or returns than another. You'll hear more complaints about the bigger brands in any category though as they simple sell more units. Most reviewers look at a product at the start of its life, so the best people to comment are the stores which handle the returns.
EXCELLENT review as always. Have had this camera for over a year now. It's been fantastic!..
Thanks for your review!!!
Just last Saturday, I purchased the Canon EOS Rebel T2i, my first DSLR camera and must say that I was very impressed with the features after trying it out. The photos were very detailed and clear, which was what I was looking for a camera that takes crisp clear photos. I enjoy watching this review and I am glad that I purchased this camera for it is above my expectations. Thanks for sharing.
Gordon, you are the God of camera reviews. After watching your videos I'm actually hoping for more cameras to come out, simply so you can make reviews of them. Truly, you have made purchasing my first DSLR an easy task. Thank you.
@davidcapi Thanks for trying to support us! You may also want to try B&H through cameralabs . com when they are back in stock. An imported model will only be guarenteed for the country it's from (so if it breaks in the warranty period, it'll need to go back to the USA), and it'll come with a US mains plug, but you can swap the cable for a local one if preferred, or use an adapter plug. The charger will work anywhere.
Learned more about Canon's 2Ti from this 20min review than I would have after hours of trying to process the manual through an ADD gray-matter haze. Very helpful, clear and concise information along with a pleasant and highly informed presentation. Invaluable, thanks for taking the time to put in the hard work, you should be on the tele. Brilliant!
Hi Gordon, After all the reserch, I finally got my T2i 18-135mm from New egg, This is my first DSLR Camera, and thanks to you, I learn a lot from your show ! agian thank you !!
@TechCuber If you don't have the H option you saw in the video, you may need to enable ISO expansion in the Custom menus. It's all in your manual.
In Live Vire the mirror stays up and the sensor and screen remain active. This all consumes power and heats up the sensor, so most live view modes switch off after a set time.
@Sa6ee The remote control program is called EOS Utility and comes with al recent Canon DSLRs including your 500D - it should be on the main software CD which came with it.
@Rocknthebounce Blimey, he's a postive kind of guy! Yes the 5D and 7D are tougher cameras - they're semi-pro models - but the 550D / T2i will be fine for many years so long as you don't drop it or give it a hard bash.
Excellent review!! ...i have just recently bought my T2i but i'm having a little problem with while recording video.... it's just that it says " movie recording has been stopped automatically" once i have recorded a few ten seconds of the video... this did not happen earlier.... i've been trying to see if it's any settings error but ...no luck......
I hope you have the answer to this one ....thanks!!
@TechCuber it's not in the manual mode, you need to enable ISO expansion in the custom menus - please read the ISOs ection in your manual.
To shot with the screen you need to put it in Live View - see your manual. But using the 'hole' is the way this kind of camera was meant to be used for most of the time and you'll find the focusing is very slow when using the screen.
That was a serious review! I went to the full review at cameralabs & was amazed. I bought a T2i back in Oct and was just looking at reviews to see what people where saying. Its my 1st DSLR and I enjoy it. Your review is awesome! I learned about the pros & cons. I have been taking DSLR youtube tutorials for about 2 weeks and now have a better understanding of what makes a good camera good compared to my entry T2i. I love the review and I think the T2i is a great beginner DSLR.
@xXxmidgexXx Yes, it refers to the speed. The card (or at least the packaging) should be labelled with the class number.
Just bought one of these and it is a truely great camera, small easy to use and good value for money. I recommend this camera to anybody.
I'm up in the air over the 550d and the 60d. Not going to make a decision until you post a review of the 60d.. Your reviews are the best on the net. Thanx Gordon!
You have the best camera reviews of any site. Please keep up the good work.
how come you're not a partner, your reviews are the most proffesional work I've seen in youtube universe, filled with unboxing videos from 12 year old. Thanks for the great job.
I bought myself 550D last year as a birthday present and it never disappointed me. I know it's not the best camera out there but I think it's a brilliant camera to learn and love photography. I learned from my 550D that talent is not in the camera but the photographer himself. So don't distress yourself about deciding which camera to buy. Just buy the camera which you think is the best for you. It can be canon, nikon, etc. But thumbs up if you are a canon fan. =]
Excellent review - have just gone and bought one of these. My first DSLR since the Canon 300D... way back. Not been into photography over the last few years and just getting back into it so hoping this model is going to meet my expectations and get me back into aviation photography. Thanks again for a very informative review, certainly helped with my decison making.
Great review! my teacher recommended this camera as a good starter on digital (I'm used to film but I've been planning to switch to digital because it takes too much time and energy to develop film these days) Your video has officially persuaded me to upgrade my system! Thanks so much!
@mickysim123 It's not that they break at that point, it's just a guarenteed number before the timing of the shutter may not be as acurate - you're looking at about 100k shots for consumer mode, 150k for semi-pro and 300k for pro bodies.
@BurgarProduction Do you mean in the live view segment? It was on a tripod, but the 10x magnified view is very powerful, so even blowing on the lens will show a wobble!
I just want to say THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
I visited your web page by accident through Google and bang. I have spent days looking for a good all purpose lens for the Canon 550D, and what took me days just took less than hour to have a clear idea. Not only that you also highlight other lenses that can suit different purpose, so Thank You!
Hi Gordon, I watched this review yesterday, a full day after you posted it, and it was still at the lowest res..... it's amazing how long it takes TH-cam to convert it to 1080p. I'm now loading it again, and will watch it at 1080p. I was dead set on the 7D, but you have convinced me the 550D is the way to go - From the rave reviews of this camera, I'm going to say it's getting the same hoopla that the Canon G2 did back in 2001 , and what an amazing camera it was. Thanks Gordon
You may think it's redundant, and I certainly don't like repeating it all the time, but judging from all the questions asking if they're the same thing, it's necessary!
I just ordered my Rebel T2i from Amazon. After watching this review, I feel that I made a good purchasing. Thanks & greetings from Mexico.
@MrJippaLippa It's an upper entry-level model, but feel free to tell Canon that they're wrong and you're right.
Tough decision... I'd go for the D3200 if you're a beginner who'd appreciate the guide mode. I'd go for the other two if the flip out screens would be useful to you. I have no personal preference!
@HappyDude224 The 50mm f1.8 becomes a short telephoto lens on the 600D / 550D, so while it's great for portraits, it's too long for general-purpose shots. As such I wouldn't recommend it as your only lens. So if those are your only two choices, get the 550D with the 18-55, then buy the 50mm later if you get into portraits or low light work.
@cameralabs Thanks for the help man! I've decided on getting this camera thanks to all your video reviews and your full reviews. You speak very clearly and show off all the features in an easy to understand way. As easy as it can be explained for such an advanced camera anyway. Keep it up!
So excited to get this camera
@Rob Scallon Of all the places I find you, was not expecting you to be here.
@@thomasjin1415 me too
@awsomepossum1340 Sadly not, the viewfinder on a DSLR requires the mirror to be down - and when filming video, the mirror is up. If you want to film video with a viewfinder, you'll need a mirrorless ILC like a Sony NEX or Micro Four Thirds.
@richardarichter123 Sadly not, there's no continuous AF while you're filming. I'd recommend a Sony SLT...
@SeanThomasTV I can assure you that all of the video you see here was filmed by me. I provide originals at cameralabs . com, but if people are uploading them here and claiming them as their own, then they are violating my copyright. Please provide usernames.
I have search high & low to get a decent review on this camera so THANK YOU! best review ive seen-and a great help.
Such a detailed and helpful review/tutorial! You have donated so much of your time towards helping the needy! ;) Keep up the great work and thank you for your generous time!
@dadiyoki if you're a beginner, get the 1100D or the Nikon D100, or the Panasonic G3
@Evansmustard Yes, that's the view from my office! I work in Queenstown, NZ, which is surrounded by mountains...
Wow, what can i say. Awesome video. I'm a noob and looking to get into this photography lark and have pretty much decided on a 550d. Your tone and voice is super clear and demeanour for presenting is excellent. Just away to check out your cameralab site now. Thanks again.
@LELO202 It's called EOS Utility and comes with the camera.
For a general purpose EF-S lens I really like the 15-85mm, but it really depends what you want it for. Head over to cameralabs . com and click on the lenses section, then on the big Canon square to see my guide to buying the right Canon lens!
@AETrainingDavid97 $780 is the cheapest price you'll find for the 550D / T2i, but always check the stores as you may not like their reputation. You may prefer to shop at the more famous ones, in which case the price will be closer to 899. Either way though, please do go through my site - thanks!
@ibo852 You can mount a DSLR on many telescopes, but they tend to be bigger models with removeable eyepieces and 2in focusing tubes. Ask at your local telescope shop...
@Mastamarek I never went away! Remember I do many more reviews at cameralabs . com - only a handful are shown here. I won't be doing any pro bodies though.
You have been an invaluable source of information about the camera and lens I have learned a lot and continue to do so as I go back to your tutorials time and time again, Thanks a million..You are brilliant.
@meatwad4900 I hurt it! Unfortunately I shot the footage for several reviews around the same time, so you'll also see it in some upcoming videos!
@DIGItalColourMedia Thankyou, that's very kind! Spread the word!
@FIGHTTHECABLE Did you look at the results pages on my review? I compared it against the D90 which has the same image quality as the D5000, and I think you'd agree the 550D is far from terrible. Also, while the D5000 only has 720p video at 24fps, the 550D has 720 and 1080p at a choice of frame rates. But as I said at the end of this video, that's not to say it's for everyone.
@criticaltinker Glad to be of service! I hope you clicked the Amazon link at cameralabs . com before ordering - the price is the same, but they pay a little commission, and that's the only thing which pays for my work and these reviews! Please see the partner stores page at cameralabs . com!
@griffinn2 The lens used throughout this video was the EF-S 18-135mm IS - this is the kit lens in some parts of the world. I have a full review of it at cameralabs . com.
If size and weight is an issue, how about a Sony NEX 5N? It's a great camera and will match the quality of this DSLR.
@NatDede yep, visit dslrtips . com and cameralabs . com!
No, sadly you can't record in 1080p at 60fps on any Canon DSLR yet.
This has easily been the most informative review of any product I've seen on TH-cam and a clear example of how this stuff should be done. Keep it up!
Would you still recommend this camera for video now at the price point?
Thanks again!
@NoShadowOfDoubt - it needs about 5.5Mbyte per second. Canon quotes Class 6 or higher as being necessary.
@SurftheCity If the camera will be used on or near the board, you might want to seek out a waterproof model instead.
@MaghoxFr You just won't be able to zoom-in as much, that's all. You can always buy a telephoto zoom later. PS - don't forget you can support me by shopping for anything at the partner stores page at cameralabs . com! Thanks!
@TechCuber That's good to know... Some SanDisk Extreme 3's are Class 6 - definitely worth checking. Maybe yours was a 'failed' class 6, which performs better than average Class 4s...
@ayudan24688 You can do the computer-based remote control with ANY of the current Canon DSLRs - the software is called EOS Utility and comes with the camera.
No, I have just enabled 'ISO expansion' in the menus. Check your manual.
@ComradeDragon It's not sunny all of the time here, but it is quite a lot! It's in Queenstown, NZ.
@Anniekynz Hi Annie, I'm actually from the UK, but you generously allowed me to stay in your beautiful country!
@ezramajin nope they're all on loan and are returned to the manufacturers after testing.
@ptlofts Here are the "extra" features that the 7D offers:
1.) Magnesium body. The 550D is sturdy, but it's not made of magnesium, like the 7D. However, that also makes the 550D a lighter camera.
2.) Higher burst rate. Due to the 7D's sensor (exact same size as the 550D - crop factor = 1.6), you can shoot 8 frames per second on the 7D (only 3.7 fps on the 550D).
3.) The 7D has a 100% viewfinder, so what you see is what will appear on the image. The 550D's viewfinder only shows about 98%.
@JimmyJackFarm the equipment is listed in my channel profile...
@RegoParkpoet Thankyou! This video just scratches the surface of my full review at cameralabs . com!
@BeActiveBros If you think you'd use the articulated screen, go for the T3i, otherwsie get the T2i.
I have the Eos 550D for over 1 year now (bought it in june 2010) and it's still a superb camera! In a matter of fact, I am glad i didn't spend much more for a 7D because with my 70-200mm L lens it's just the right weight for on the go. The battery lasts forever (which was important for me) and ofcourse the image quality. Also the screen is really good compared with my Eos 450D (good for histogram readings). I don't think i would upgrade to the Eos 600D since it is not a big improvement atm.
Hi, there is a very useful video, one question what does the EXP SIM in the bottom right screen stand for. I have it showing a lot on my 550d. Is my SIM card getting full up, or is it something else? Many thanks .Mike.
Don't worry, it's short for exposure simulation. The manual for your camera will explain more.
@Jackspadeproductions This is a great choice, but don't forget the 600D / t3i, which is almost the same but with an articulated screen.
Can't believe I watched the whole video... only wanted to see a few minutes of it, but you made it really interesting, as always.
I'm happy with my 500D for now, though.
I'm a moderate beginner in photography as well and I bought the 550D last friday. I can report that for photography, this camera is as great as for the videomaking. I was recommended by several people (salesmen and canon-using friends) that the 550D was better for beginners with some experience, because it would give you more possibilities than the D3100. I didn't have the opportunity to compare it with the very similar D3100, so if you do, grab it! But as far as the Canon concernes, it great!
I see 40Ds on sale on ebay for about 250-350 bucks. The problem is there's since been a 50D, 60D and now a 70D is coming soon. The 40D is an old camera in digital terms and you may not get much for it anymore.
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@dragongundam88 Well the 1.2 will gather more light than the 1.4, but only a little and it costs a LOT more. I think of the three Canon 50mm lenses, the 1.4 strikes the best balance of price and performance. PS - just remember to buy it through one of the partner stores at cameralabs . com to support me - thanks!
@AZNFlipy12 Yes it's moving - that's the effect of the Earth rotating.
@TylerVanderkooy Use the lowest ISO and really close down the aperture, maybe like f22. A 30 minute exposure is very long and will let in a LOT of light, You may need to try some shorter exposures first, like 5 minutes, or even 1 minute until you get a feel of the correct exposure.
You really should be on TV doing this for the Gadget Show or something. There's no need for any other review videos. Excellent!
my 550D max ISO's 6400, i can't find the 12800 expansion. i need some guide please...
@Fisk4Ever - When you're in film mode, go to the menu settings and there's an option to allow for auto focus during recording..
@sayrith yes you can. you can install magic lantern onto your t2i but there's no guarantee as to if your camera will work properly after the installation,and you will void your warranty in the process. by hiss i mean audio hiss, not grain hiss (noise). the audio hiss is extremely hard to fix. you may want look into a camera that has no audio gain control (agc) such as the t3i. you can buy it used for the same price as a new t2i. but it's really up to you how important no hiss is in your videos.
Extra comments:
1.) IQ (image quality) of the 7D and the 550D are exactly the same!
2.) Added bonus of high-resolution APS-C cameras like the 550D and 7D: More zoom with zoom lenses (500 mm x 1.6 = 800 mm) than with the (more expensive) full-sensor 5D or 1D series! Less vignetting (darkening around the image's edges) as well.
I am getting the Canon EOS 5D Mark III when it comes out (probably in 2011) for macro, portrait and wide-angle work, but my 550D is great value for money! I love it!
Fantastic quality review.
The 550D is currently the top of my wish list
I got this camera in 2019. I also have a Nikon D200. I like older cameras because there's still life in them.
@criticaltinker Thanks, much appreciated! PS - nice lens too... make sure you tell us why you went for that one in the 'which 50mm did you buy' thread in the Canon section of the cameralabs forum...
@sayrith the t2i has a mic input, manual focus, iso, aperture, shutter speed control. these features apply to the movie mode too. the t2i both supports FULL manual control for video. the only downside to the t2i for video is that it has auto gain control, so you get a lot of hiss in the background since the camera tries to adjust to keep volume at the same level. video quality: the t2i has 1080p at 30/24fps, 720p with up to 60fps. excellent video quality- look up some examples!
@castingsinkers Doesn't anyone read the manual anymore?! It's been a while since I tested it, but I think it was High ISO expansion in custom settings.