New Canon Rebel - Canon Rebel T2i Review

Canon has released its newest entry level DSLR, the Canon Rebel T2i. It has been less than a year since the previous Canon Rebel descended upon the digital camera community. It would seem that Canon may very well be jumping the gun (pun intended) by issuing one more version in its entry level classification, especially since the previous one, the Canon Rebel T1i, was received so well. Sales are actually really good, as have been buyer evaluations.Consequently, is this particular release really required? And will the camera buying public respond favorably?While it now continues to be known, the basic answers would seem to be, Yes, it is time for the new launch, and, Yes, the consumer will grab up this brand new release with gusto.Here are the facts, and the facts are indisputable ("A Few Good Men").1. There is now no question that HD Movie mode is now part of the package that photographers will be seeking in their new DSLR acquisitions. And movie mode in the T2i has been enhanced... not just a little, but to match up with the movie mode in the 7D semi-professional version (a 7D will cost you two times as much). With respect to the Canon press launch: "The Rebel T2i DSLR captures videos in both NTSC (National Television System Committee) and PAL (Phase Altering Line) standards at selectable frame rates including Full HD 1920 x 1080 at 30 (29.97), 25 or 24 (23.976) fps, and HD 1280 x 720 or Standard Definition 640 x 480 quality video, at 60 (59.94) or 50 fps."This is really an advancement over the older model which had video capabilities of 1080p at only 20fps that supplied unacceptable level of quality for the majority of viewers. 2. An external mic jack has been added for better sound recording in video mode. This was the significant complaint from reviewers of the previous model. Canon sales people heard the criticism and heeded the cries for betterment in this area.3. Megapixels have increased to the exact same degree as the 7D (again... cost is twice as much) at 18.7 megapixels. This is the greatest quantity of pixels in the entry level category, and, while megapixels are not the end-all of attributes for selection specifications, this is rather impressive. The younger sibling had an already impressive 15 megapixel sensor.4. ISO has been improved to a choice of sensitivity of 100 to 6400 (up from 3200 in the older model) with the possibility of increasing to 12800. This makes capturing images in low light considerably more possible. For example at concerts or indoor images without using a flash.5. Exposure compensation has been increased from 2 stops plus or minus to 5 stops. This is genuinely exciting information for photo lovers who do HDR work. 6. Improved quality LCD panel. The resolution of the panel has been increased to 1.02 million dots. This indicates that there is superior excellent screen resolution.7. A slight increase in the burst rate from 3.4 fps to 3.7 frames per second. This is a superior feature for stop action shooting.All of these improvements add up to a good reason for a new release. The price is a bit higher than the competitors in the entry level market, but the new Canon Rebel T2i has features that none of the competition can claim.If you are especially looking for a camera that can take quality video (and you should), still photo quality that matches that of the pros, and a full feature package that nearly matches a significantly more pricey DSLR, consider the NEW Rebel T2i (550D) from Canon.The prediction is that the Canon Rebel T2i will take the photography market by storm. Photographers love new gear, and this newest Rebel is a gem, and even though it is officially categorized as an entry level DSLR, it is a camera that photographers at every level of proficiency will want to have in their gear bag.