Testseek.com have collected 113 expert reviews of the Canon EOS 550D Rebel T2i and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon EOS 550D Rebel T2i.
March 2010
(85%)
113 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
High grade, semi professional specification in a manageable consumer level camera chassis, best-in-class 18MP stills resolution and 1920x1080 Full HD movies, compatible with a wide range of additional lenses
Plastic-y build compared with true semi pro models, requires period of familiarity
For those aspiring pros who want a capable multimedia tool that still resembles a conventional DSLR, the Canon EOS 550D should come near the top of your list as a safe option. If you don't already own a set of lenses, laying out almost £900 for your first...
High resolution for a consumer DSLR, Full HD video and HDMI output
LCD not angle adjustable, HD video requires fast, high capacity memory cards, No dedicated video record button
Robust, featured packed and user friendly, Canon stays true to maker's form whilst exceeding expectation in several areas. A safe option for those upgrading from a compact
Good-quality, large screen; great-looking pictures and video
Poor-quality kit lens; lacks fine control options of other EOS models
A good camera, but relatively expensive given the buyers it’s targeting Good points Good-quality, large screen; great-looking pictures and video Bad points Poor-quality kit lens; lacks fine control options of other EOS models ...
Canon’s EOS 550D raises the bar on features and resolution that all decent DSLRs in this enthusiast area must aim to be equipped with going forward. The high teens sensor, decent metering, customisable parameters and excellent video capabilities...
Detail in images, excellent video performance and controls, performance in ISO range, shooting mode to appeal to newbies and advanced photographers
Price, some of the advanced settings are well hidden in menus
Specs and performance that really comes to the fore, the Canon EOS 550D is a very capable camera worthy of the hefty price tag it demandsKey specs18 megapixels, HDMI, SD, SDHC...
Canon's EOS 550D is a very good camera that's packed to the gills with features, but we'd recommend avoiding the 18-55 IS kit lens because it doesn't do the camera justice. ...
Pluses, Electronic noise well handled up to 3200 ISO, 720p and 1080p HD video, Good quality LCD screen, Great battery life, Easy to use with great menus
Minuses, Autofocus struggles in low light, No rotating screen, Optical viewfinder a little narrow, Grip quite qmall, No autofocus assist lamp
