Canon EOS 550D + EF-S 18-55 IS II CB

Canon EOS 550D + EF-S 18-55 IS II CB

EOS 550D + EF-S 18-55 IS II CB, 18MP, CMOS, 3:2, 7.62 cm (3 ") LCD TFT, Full HD, Black

Manufacturer
Canon
SKU
4463B102
03-11-2011
18 MP CMOS sensor
Ideal for those who want to create large, poster-size prints – or crop images without losing any of the detail necessary for printing – EOS 550D’s 18MP CMOS sensor is outstanding in low light, and produces images with incredibly low noise.

DIGIC 4
Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor works with the CMOS sensor to deliver 14-bit image processing, for smooth gradations and natural looking colours. DIGIC 4 also powers advanced Noise Reduction when shooting at higher ISO speeds, plus split-second start-up times and near-instant image review after shooting.

High ISO for low light
When light levels fall, the EOS 550D offers an ISO range of up to 6400 – expandable to 12800 for those environments where using flash is undesirable.

Full HD movie recording
The EOS 550D combines exceptional still shooting with the ability to shoot Full HD (1080p) video. To satisfy your creativity the EOS 550D features full manual control and selectable frame rates. You can also shoot high speed 50/60fps movies at 720P for when the action is really fast. An HDMI connection allows High Definition playback of footage and images on any HDTV. Also with compatible TVs playback can be controlled using the TV’s remote control.

7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD
Detailed checks on images and video are possible with a 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD screen, which features an ultra-high 1,040,000 dots for increased clarity. Switch to Live View mode and use the real-time visual feed to shoot from awkward angles.

iFCL metering system
A new 63-zone dual layer metering sensor analyses Focus, Colour and Luminance information, providing accurate and consistent metering.

Quick Control screen
Accessible using a dedicated button it provides easy access to commonly used functions, ensuring that you are ready to take the shot as it happens.

External Microphone Socket
Add an additional microphone for better quality sound using the 3.5mm stereo jack socket.

Movie Crop
Shoot VGA movies with an effective zoom of 7x. Movie crop uses only the centre part of the sensor and allows long distance shooting without having to change lenses.

Create a shooting system as unique as you are
The EOS 550D is compatible with Canon’s full range of EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites.

Video

Full HD 
Y
Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Video resolutions 
640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Video formats supported 
H.264

Technical details

Colour of product 
Black
ISO sensitivity 
100, 6400, 12800
Weight 
530g
Focal length range (f-f) 
68.5 x 70 mm
Analog signal format system 
NTSC, PAL
Auto Exposure (AE) lock
Y
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam
Y
Camera shutter type 
Electronic
Compatible operating systems 
Windows XP (SP2/SP3), Vista inc SP1 Starter Edition, 7 Starter Edition, OS X v10.4-10.6
Display 
LCD
Flash exposure compensation
Y
Flash exposure lock
Y
Flash modes 
Auto, Manual
Flash sync-speed
0.005s
Focus
TTL
Light exposure control
Program AE
Megapixel 
18 MP
Optical zoom 
5.6x
PictBridge 
Y
Self-timer 
2, 10s
Sensor type 
CMOS
Video capability 
Y
Total megapixels 
18.7 MP
Viewfinder type 
Electrical
White balance 
Auto

Ports & interfaces

Built-in microphone 
Y

Power

Power source type 
Battery
Battery type 
LP-E8

Display

Field of view
160%

Technical details

Display diagonal 
7.62 cm (3")

Lens system

Lens structure (elements/groups) 
11/9
Image stabilizer 
Y
Lens mount interface 
Canon EF-S
Maximum aperture number 
38
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv) 
8.8 cm
Minimum aperture number 
22
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv) 
2.9 cm
Number of diaphragm blades
6

Camera

Camera type 
SLR Camera Body
Direct printing 
Y
Languages support 
ARA, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, THA, TUR
Built-in processor
DIGIC 4

Focusing

Auto Focus (AF) lock
Y

Light exposure

Light exposure modes 
Auto, Manual
ISO sensitivity (max)
12800
ISO sensitivity (min)
100

Flash

Built-in flash 
Y
External flash connector
Y
Flash exposure correction
±2EV (1/2, 1/3 EV step)

Shutter

Fastest camera shutter speed 
1/4000s
Slowest camera shutter speed 
30s

System requirements

Mac compatibility 
Y

Operational conditions

Operating relative humidity (H-H)
0 - 40%

Battery

Battery life (CIPA standard)
440 shots

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Picture quality

Maximum image resolution 
5184 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s) 
2592 x 1728, 3456 x 2304, 5184 x 3456
Supported aspect ratios 
3:2
Image sensor size (W x H)
23.3 x 14.9 mm

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
5.8 cm
Width 
12.88 cm
Depth 
6.2 cm
Height 
9.73 cm

Other features

USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1
HDMI ports quantity 
1
Magnification 
0.87x

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