The Canon EOS 550D is the perfect camera for those looking to enter the creative world of DSLR photography. With intuitive technology, anyone can capture breathtaking images that truly inspire everyone around you.

The EOS 550D is the perfect stepping stone for those wishing to take their photography further.

Canon 550DB EOS 550D Body Only

"..If your wanting to enter the world of DSLR then search no more. The Canon 550D is( in my opinion) the best entry level - mid level camera body. With the same sensor as the 7D and the same image quality and HD capabilities, you can't go wrong with the 550D. With EF-S and EF lens mount you can either stick with the kit lens or use an L series lens. This camera just feels right in your hands and even with an L lens mounted, it may feel a bit heavy on the front end. But you get use to that. When I got this camera I fell in love with it from the first click. With the right lens and the right accessories you will find it hard to put it down. Everyone I talked to loves the 550D and always compares it to the 7D. So if you are wanting a camera that has loads of options and features with the ability to choose automatic settings or creative settings, I deffinately recommend this camera. A must-have for the new DLSR photographer.." - Canon Review

• Canon 550DB EOS 550D Body Only 18.0MP Cmos Dig!C 4 3.7fps Live View Full HD Movies

Imaging Sensor/Effective Pixels Effective Sensor Size

CMOS / 18.0 MP 22.3x 14.9 mm

A/D Resolution Power Colour Filter Size

14-bit Primary Colours, APS-C

35mm Focal Length Equivalent

1.6X

Medium

SD/SDHC/SDXC

Large / Fine

5184 X 3456 / Approx 17.9 MP

Medium / Fine Small / Fine RAW

3456 X 2304 / Approx 8.0 MP 2592 X 1728 / Approx 4.5MP 5184 X 3456 / Approx 17.9 MP

RAW & JPEG Simultaneous Recording

Yes

1920 x 1080

30/25/24 fps, 12min @ 330MB/min

1280 x 720

60/50 fps, 12min @ 330MB/min

640 x 480

60/50 fps, 24min @ 165MB/min

640 x 480 (movie crop)

60/50 fps, 24min @ 165MB/min

Coverage (vertical/horizontal)

95%

Dioptic Adjustment

-3 to +1 dpt

Interchangeable Focusing Screens

No

AF Points

9

Shooting Modes

14 standard modes

Metering Segments

63

Metering Modes

Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Centre-weighted average

ISO Speed Range

ISO 100-6400 (H: 12800)

Exposure Compensation

1/3 or 1/2-stop increments Normal: ¦5; Manual, AEB: ¦3

Shutter Speed

1/4000 sec û 30, bulb, X-sync 1/200 sec.

E-TTL II Autoflash

Yes

Built-in Flash / Guide Number

Yes / 13

Shooting Speed

3.7 fps

Settings

8

WB Bracketing

Yes

LCD Monitor

3" Wide Clear View (Approx. 1,040,000 dots)

Custom Functions/Settings

12 and 36

Start Up Time

0.1 sec

Integrated Cleaning System

Yes

Live View

Yes (Quick, Live & Live face detection AF Modes)

External Interface

Hi-Speed USB/ HDMI mini/ Audio/Video OUT/ PC Terminal/ Remote control/External Mic

Remote Control Terminal

Yes (RS-E60E3 compatible)

Battery

Lithium Ion LP-E8

Chassis Material

Stainless Steel and polycarbonate resin with glass fibre

Dimensions (W x H x D) mm

128.8 x 97.5 x 75.3

Weight excl. battery (g)

475

Note: This machine satisfies the test requirements for powder dust, ozone, TVOC, styrene and benzene emissions. Further information in relation to emissions data, return of spare parts or consumables or any specific further information regarding this product can be made available upon request from Technical Services on 0800 222 666 (NZ) or 13 13 83 (AU)