Canon 550D (1 Viewer)

[pete]

I think it might be time to upgrade the old 400D...

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[Space]

I'm still rocking this lad, that does look nice though.

 

[pete]

just got sent the press release from the irish launch:

18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800)
Continuous shooting at 3.7fps
Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates
7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots
iFCL metering System with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering Sensor
Quick Control screen to change shooting settings
Exposure compensation +/-5 stops.
Select maximum value for Auto ISO
External Microphone socket
Movie crop function
Eye-Fi connected functions compatibility

As the ability to record Full HD video becomes increasingly important, Canon continues to deliver DSLR technology that sets the industry benchmark for multimedia functionality. The EOS 550D records video in full 1920x1080p HD resolution, allowing photographers to select the frame rate preferred from 30, 25 and 24fps, as well as offering 720p video at 60 and 50fps. The EOS 550D also includes a 3.5mm stereo microphone socket, enabling the use of an external microphone when capturing video.

Pricing and Availability
The EOS 550D body only is available from 24th February 2010 priced at €899.00 RRP inc. VAT.
The EOS 550D, EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens kit is available from 24th February 2010 priced at €999.00 RRP inc. VAT.
The EOS 550D, EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens kit is available from 24th February 2010 priced at €1,249.00 RRP inc. VAT.
The EOS 550D, EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS & EF-S 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS double lens kit is available from 24th February 2010 priced at €1,349.00 RRP inc. VAT.

 

[washingcattle]

A mate in college has one. He shoots on a mamiya 6x6 most of the time though. Still if you can really pick one up for $999 or €738 it would be worth considering.

http://www.digitalrev.com/en/canon-eos-550d-ef-s-18-55mm-f3-dot-5-5-dot-6-is-kit-7823.html