Canon Rebel T2i DSLR Revealed

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Big day for the folks from Canon, as they not only showed off their new line of point-and-shoot PowerShot cameras, but at the high-end they also released information on their new DSLR, the Canon Rebel T2i. It’s got what you would expect from Canon’s new flagship DSLR camera, including a 18-megapixel censor.

In addition to the 18.1-megapixel still photos, the T2i will be able to take full HD 1080p video. Of course, the advantage of using a DSLR for video is that you’ve got full control over the exposure and the T2i will also offer selectable frame rates (30, 25 or 24 fps) and multiple, optional microphones. It records in H.264 – and cutting the resolution to 720p or standard def will let you record in 50 or 60 fps.

Regarding the new emphasis on video, Canon’s general manager of the consumer camera division said this in the press release, “There is no question that HD video is the biggest trend in DSLR technology and because of this we are seeing the creativity of still photographers transferring to the moving image. Still photographers are using the various lenses and accessories they are already familiar with to create amazing video footage.”

The T2i will offer an ISO range of 100 to 6400 (which can be extended up to 12,800). Other features to get the camera enthusiasts excited is the inclusion of an 9-point AF. The camera will also take bursts of 34 JPEG or 6 RAW at 3.7 FPS.

To round out the features, it’s got a 3-inch screen on the back, and it’ll take SDHC or SDXC memory cards. Canon is selling it for either $899 with a 18-55mm lens or simply $799 for the body. This camera will be Canon’s new high-end, with the T1i being the mid-level DSLR and the XS being changed to the entry-level camera. The XSi is being discontinued. Expect the T2i to land in March.