Canon EOS 700D/Rebel T5i Hands-on Preview: Digital Photography Review

Canon EOS 700D / Rebel T5i specifications

Price
MSRP	$899.99/£849 with 18-55mm STM
Body type
Body type	Compact SLR
Body material	Stainless Steel and polycarbonate resin with glass fiber
Sensor
Max resolution	5184 x 3456
Other resolutions	5184 x 2912, 4608 x 3456,3456 x 3456, 3456 x 2304, 3456 x 1944, 3072 x 2304, 2592 x 1728, 2592 x 1456, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 2304, 1920 x 1280, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1728, 1696 x 1280, 1280 x 1280, 720 x 480, 720 x 400, 640 x 480, 480 x 480
Image ratio w:h	1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels	18.0 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	18.5 megapixels
Sensor size	APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor type	CMOS
Processor	Digic 5
Color space	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array	RGB Color Filter Array
Image
White balance presets	6
Custom white balance	Yes (1)
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
File format	JPEG: Fine, Normal (Exif 2.3 compliant) Design rule for Camera File system (2.0), RAW: 14bit RAW Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 compliant
Optics & Focus
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Face Detection Live View
Autofocus assist lamp	by built-in flash
Digital zoom	No
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	9
Lens mount	Canon EF/EF-S mount
Focal length multiplier	1.6×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated
Screen size	3″
Screen dots	1,040,000
Touch screen	Yes
Screen type	Clear View II TFT LCD
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder type	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage	95 %
Viewfinder magnification	0.85×
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/4000 sec
Exposure modes	Program AE Shutter priority AE Aperture priority AE Manual (Stills and Movie) Scene Intelligent Auto (Stills and Movie) No Flash Creative Auto Portrait Landscape Close-up Sports SCN
Scene modes	Night Portrait Handheld Night Scene HDR Backlight Control)
Built-in flash	Yes (Pop-up)
Flash range	13 m
External flash	Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus Sync connector)
Flash modes	Auto, On, Off, Red-eye
Flash X sync speed	1/200 sec
Drive modes	Single Continuous Self timer (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)
Continuous drive	Yes (5 fps)
Metering modes	Multi Center-weighted Spot Partial
Exposure compensation	±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	±2 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis)
Videography features
Format	H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone	Stereo
Speaker	Mono
Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Storage
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI	Yes (HDMI mini)
Wireless	Eye-Fi Connected
Remote control	Yes (RC-6 connector)
Physical
Battery	Battery Pack
Battery description	Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	440
Weight (inc. batteries)	580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Dimensions	133 x 100 x 79 mm (5.24 x 3.94 x 3.11″)
Other features
Orientation sensor	Yes
Timelapse recording	Yes (by USB cable and PC)
GPS	Optional
GPS notes	via GPE2

Comments

Total comments: 143

Thinking of getting the T5i but the SL1 is great for women and for entry level. It is the lightest and smallest dslr today. http://runningshoereview.hubpages.com/hub/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL1-Review

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The last cameras that I have are the Canon 1D MK IV’s. I bought the Canon T5i/700D for its compatibility to use the group feature for my 5-600 EX-RT Speedlites coupled with the Canon ST-E3-RT transmitter. This little camera just works great for when I want to use the group feature, a lot cheaper than updating to the Canon 1DX, or the Canon 5D MK III although I will probably update at a later date this year depending if Canon releasing anything new.

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I've read a lot of great things about the Canon T5i, but those who already got the T4i are complaining that it only has a few enhancements. I've seen a great review about it at http://runningshoereview.hubpages.com/hub/Canon-Eos-Rebel-T5i-Review

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i'm not getting a lens with a plastic mount!

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Unless maybe you have the 650D, it is worth it to buy the 700D. There are only few upgrades from its predecessor but the quality is still great. I think it is officially available to the public for purchase: http://www.squidoo.com/canon-eos-rebel-t5i-review

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is it worth to buy 700D?

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Judging from samples (flickr.com and dpreview.com) this camera has very good IQ.

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I thought 700D will hv a built in WIFI n DUAL CARDs, larger screen, and 7fps? Its not happening... Perhaps the next one 750D, hv all the features i mentioned.

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700D has 9 point AF Cross Focusing. On my 550D only the centre AF is cross. Using servo focus to photograph (for example) birds in flight having 9 point Cross focus is a distinct advantage.

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:::: anyone know what is the maximum Continuous Shooting Time? is true that is about 30 minutes? ::::::anyone know for sure if the camera have plug for headphones and plug for microphone ? :::::: Thanks a lot people ::::::::

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Way to open the door a little wider for Sony, Canon.

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The T5i spec is very similar to T4i. T5i is coming out about 1 year after T4i, it may imply that T4i has possible hardware problems which it cannot be fixed easily. Remember, T4i's price cut very often when it just came out. There is no better than T3i in Canon entry DSLR as of today - my opinion.

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The 700D is a marketing product... I bought a 650 D four months ago and the swivel-and-tilt screen is peeling, and I have only taken studio pictures and a few in the field... I have a 400D for years, and is impeccable. Canon launched 650D full of problems and using cheap quality materials; a camera that cost 750 €, is not cheap and compared to the 400D looks like a plastic toy ... I have been a Canon customer for years, but if I can sell my Canon lenses, I’ll go for Nikon and I advise those who are considering to buy a SLRD, to compare similar cameras and feel the differences. In high-end products Canon cameras are excellent... with entry or mid level cameras, Canon wants to make money and face competition, using cheap materials. It’s my opinion and I’m very disappointed with Canon.

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I bought a 650D within 30 mins it froze with liveview, replacement body did the same Canon said they had no knowledge of a problem. Maybe they have fixed the freeze fault on the 700D or maybe it was the STM 18-135 that had the problem. Canon just said get a refund. I am not sure if it would be wise to get a 700D just yet. As regards video its the large sensor that gives that film look which you cant get with a semi-pro camcorder you would have to go for C300, and some very expensive glass.

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Most of the sony NEX range of camcorders have a larger sensor than this Canon SLR. The range includes camcorders aimed at advanced amateurs through to professionals. The mount, through inexpensive converters, allows for a large range of glass to be used.

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Save yourself some cash. Buy a used Canon Rebel XT for $100. If you want to spend more invest in some high quality lenses that you can keep and use when you upgrade to a Canon 40 D. Both the XT and 40 D are great cameras and very well reviewed (read the DP Review archives). Both set the bench mark.

A true entry level camera should not cost nearly $1,000 with a basic lens. They offer more features than most consumers need. More mega pixels are not practical for best picture quality (high MP = too much noise). If you own a previous Rebel model and want to upgrade step up and get a used 40 D. If you buy the latest Rebel you are dropping a lot of dough and getting about the same thing as what you already have. Most folks who buy one will never use it and end up reselling it. They will be shocked at how little it is worth on the resale market.

If people want a video camera why are they shopping for a DSLR in the first place? Don't true video cameras take better video anyways?

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The T5i seems pointless. What was wrong with the T4i? Canon has not stuck with it for long at all. The Canon XT was and is a great camera. Look at the DP Review archives. Check out Ken Rockwell's blog posting on it. 6 MP is sufficient for great photo quality, the 8 MP that the Rebel XT offers is more than enough to take great consumer/hobby level photos. Camera companies are cramming more MP's into cameras in an attempt to keep up with the competition. Save some money and invest in high quality lenses. if you want to get a semi pro camera go out and buy a good quality Canon 40 D with a 28-135 or 17-85 lens. It has better image quality than the 50 D (see DP Review of 50D) and used versions sell for half what iused 50D 's are selling for.

If you really need a consumer level DSLR that shoots video buy a T2i save some money and get a good lens. No need to get a T5i. If you don't need a DSLR to shoot video save money and buy an old XT. You can always buy a video camera.

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canon are really Joking

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i am surprised to see canon 700d
there is no much time between 650d and 700d !!!!!
there are no differences between them and i think 650d is better than 700d and i don't know why????
canon just make many camera during short time with no much differences not like Nikon and others
compare between Nikon D5000 and Nikon D5200
you will see much differences during just 2 generation
while in canon 500d till 700d
4 generations with no much differences !!!!
i am really shocked

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I think Canon should have come with a better sensor but Sony have been using their 16MP sensor on too many models, too. and different from Nikon, Canon fab the sensors themselves which makes them less flexible.

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I think that this Joke of Canon called the new 700D came from the first 650D production which had a problem with body material used.
So 650D is linked to bad body material so asking canon for a replacement.
But since at least August 2012 all the 650D are perfect!

So if ever you have a doubt, don't buy that Joke 700D buy the 65OD. same camera but soon much cheaper.

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I am sorry, I'm late... what is upgraded? I have 650D and I can't find the difference. Just objective, viewfinder and firmware?

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There is no difference , but the label 700D in place of 650D and the molette, unlocked now, allowing 360° to choose your program!
That dad been more usefull on a 550D or a 600D than on the 650D which already had the Video program apart of the molette.
A Marketing joke job

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Good grief you people are seriously spoiled.

I'm still shooting quality shots with a 40D and a 400D. If you have a 650D, then this camera wasn't for you anyway. It's for new customers, and people with older cameras like mine. Companies don't make milestone cameras (smartphones, cars, etc.) every year for a reason. That kind of R&D takes a much longer view, so that when the truly revolutionary models come out, they actually ARE milestones. In the meantime, they can put out a refreshed model so that their 'latest' isn't three years old.

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Canon It's a Joke with the T2i with Service Pack 3

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Right and the 100D is T2I service Pack 1.5 (3/2) as it has to be less heavy lol

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Would be nice to see something that is innovative or exciting. Don't be afraid Canon. We'll wait and see what you do with the 70D and 7D MKII. Hopefully you increase performance and resolve movie making issues such as moire, rolling shutter, and focus. Try adding something useful that sets the cameras apart from their predecessors. Don't be boring.

In this day and age, by releasing camera bodies with these calculated, incremental upgrades will eventually alienate your customers. We know there's better technology out there, so quit holding back.

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surprised it doesn't have wifi as other like the fuji and the canon sx270 have then built in. or maybe even GPS like the 6d, doesn't seem much of an upgrade from a t4i.

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Oh, you should buy a $200 dongle I assume! (while my <$100 and < 100 grams phone has both Wifi and 3G)

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700D have 'Hybrid CMOS' sensor' Or ''Hybrid CMOS' sensor II' ???????????

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Canon and (what's the name of the other fellow? Aah, Nikon) are very good at:

Re-arranging the buttons and switches on an otherwise SAME camera...

...and here ladies and gentlemen, the 700D: the latest Musical Chair control bot.

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I don't know about that. The button arrangment is pretty similar to my 600D.

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This quick replacement of the 650D appears to vindicate my personal assessment the the 650D was actually far worse at focusing than the 550D.

http://www.videometry.net/650D_vs_550D/650D_vs_550D.jpg

Whether this was general, or the manufacturing process was unstable, and I got a one of the bad ones, I guess I'll never know.
Certainly if you were coming from anything other than a 2Meg phone, the results were not impressive. The touchscreen was great though, and the only thing I missed when I returned it.

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Reading through the majority of comments i can just see this scenario:
DPreview to Ansel Adams: hey Mr A, please try out this new model from Canon...
Ansel to DPreview... Oh my God! It still only has 18 megapixels! What a piece of junk! And hey it costs a whole whopping 20 bucks more then the 650D! Jeesh canon are ripping us off..I couldn't take a picture with this thing!!! The last model was amazing but this thing only added like real time view of creative filters...toss the junk! Shoot the bastards!

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Ansel: d5200 is much better

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For what reason do YOU need more than 18mp?? DR improvements would be welcome, no need for more pixels!!

We are NOT talking about your manhood, this is for taking pictures!! :)

Better to have a great 18mp than a mediocre 24mp ?!

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BTW, suspect NO Ansel Adams on this forum!! :)

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>DR improvements would be welcome, no need for more pixels!!

Actually, the Nikon D5200 and D3200 have more DR than the 650D, (just check the results right here or DXOMark), and until you have actually shot these higher megapixel cameras, one might want to reserve judgement - they produce stunning detail.

Finally, if you want to get serious about DR and color depth, go full frame and shoot raw.

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@Coyote_cody

Exactly what improvements have been made from 550D to 700D to make it better or great?

The sensor is the same outdated one which is 2-3 years behind competition (D5200 and even D3200) , not in pixels but in DR, Color Depth and low light performance.

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DPReview Editors: On your spec sheet under Connectivity please note whether a camera has a mic connection. This is missing from your reviews and adds confusion until one zooms in on a photo of the camera to reveal a mic jack or not. You guys do a great job and are proud of the amount of detail in your reviews....please include all of the details in the spec sheet. Thank you for your kind consideration !!

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Correction: The EOS M had a stereo mic first. It has not been reviewed here.

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BORING….

Oh, sorry.. I was referring to the whinny-ass comments, not the camera….

Why do we have to hear from the gadgetographers every time a new camera is announced? Does a camera have to have more mp and speech recognition to be of benefit? Do we need 36mp to get great 2-8mp downsampled images? Is high-mp high-gain noise ok because it can look like 'grain'? The industry does not need film-like 'grain' at ISO-640 so some gadgetographers can have more mp - especially when 95% of everything they produce ends up a ~2mp image on a computer screen.
Why do people complain what the newest model 'needs' when they are not even capable of using the camera they have...?

What we - need - is better performance from current technology.
We need ISO-100 IQ up to ISO-6400.
We need less expensive better quality lenses.
We need people to stop buying these toys and force the manufacturers back to producing the most efficient, capable, digital photography tools they can for a reasonable price.

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I'm with you on the lens comment!

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Tough competitor for Nikon D5100!

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or D5000!

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Perhaps Canon's Next model will innovate by having a Sony sensor...

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ЛОЛ, ДАТЧИКИ СОНИ - УНЫЛОЕ ГОВНО. ЕСЛИ ТЫ НЕ СЛЕПОЙ.

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What he said...

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I wish they finally give up if they cannot play in sensor game.

They have good bodies and good software. The outdated sensor ruins all that.

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Next stop - EF-S 55-250/4-5.6 STM ?

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I was planning to buy the T4i/650D, now I've changed my mind and I'm getting this one instead. Why not get the latest model right?

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Actually save your money and get a 550d because in the context of Canon's inability to innovate that too would also be considered the latest model.

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Zigadiboom what a pile of absolute junk your comment is. What on earth do you expect from this line of camera? Go back and think about what you want from a camera...this is their budget retail line and it does that job very well...

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But for the same amount of money NIKON does the job better...and I am a Canon user!

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550D does not have some video capabilities & adjustments 650D has, now the 700D has 60p full HD & hopefully even more adjustments, so if you want a still/video cam, the 700D IS the better cam, stills only, only if AF is better.

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I don't get it. Why doesn't this new model incorporate the upgraded hybrid image sensor found in the 100D?

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Simply because Next year the 750D will come out with that Sensor! Canon is working with the Concept Milk your own customer until he is dry!

Look at the cheap entry to the full frame field, another joke called 6D when compared with the Nikon D600 (Same Price Range)

Now I almost regret I didn't get a NIKON!!!

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yaWNNN ! ! !
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wake up also me when something happen!!

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" (Note: these last two images are of the Canon 650D.)"

Right, why even bother with a preview? The list of new features, with pictures, would take half a page.

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Come on Canon, show us a new sensor for once, or have you lost your mojo?

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The samples are not really what I'd call awe-inspiring.

Maybe they should have posted one or two images, that were taken with a good lens.

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I am thrilled with the release of the T5i, it should hopefully bring down the cost of the T4i so I can get one. ;-)

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This camera should be called the EOS 650D Firmware Update Edition™

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Why not 550D-Sp3

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Canon
Recycled
Another
Product
!

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I like how the "Compared to Previous Model" chart has been omitted from this preview. That would be a really short list.

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Really strange, this mini-upgrade.

I hope the dpreview team will check whether the firmware has been improved; there certainly are some areas which deserve attention, such as f.e. the fact that on the 650D the continuous burst rate drops to 1 image per second after three images if the chromatic abberation correction is turned on. (This is documented nowhere, I had to figure it out myself.) I wish Canon added features like a digital ND filter or recording sound notes to the firmware, but I fear that's not the case - otherwise they would have mentioned it.

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Disappointing - at least!

What is wrong with Canon ?

Still the same sensor as in my good old EOS 550D (T2i)?!? So with the 700D you'll get the same image quality as in February 2010... Wow, Canon - respect!

CANON now has clearly fallen behind NIKON. It's a shame...

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its not totally disappointing , this camera still represents a good "upgrade" for those with older cameras like the T1i, XT,XTi etc

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Technically the T2i sensor was the highest rated APS-C sensor Canon has ever produced. Everything after the T2i has gone downhill.

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I have had no inclination to upgrade from my T2i. I am not into video so maybe that makes a difference. The only lens I have bought in 3 or 4 years is the 40mm 2.8. I hope I am not indicative of the Canon base because if i am.. they are in trouble.

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Nailed it on the t2i head. The image quality from the 550 still stands tall today- and i swear by it, guaranteed!

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So what is wrong with the IQ of feb 2010... are you just buying a camera because it is the best blah blah and is better then a Nikon...for goodness sake go take a great pic with an old twin-lens reflex...get a photographic life...jeesh it only has 18MP what a crisis!

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Nothing is wrong with my 3 years old EOS550D. But newer Nikons with SONY sensors have a much better dynamic range! And this is by far the most important difference in todays sensors.

And 3 "real" years are 30 years in camera development...

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Unbelievable.... As a 650D owner I am relieved that my camera has not been surpassed by the 'latest and greatest' flagship model, but I cannot understand why Canon would launch such a non-upgrade. For a camera company that was so innovative in bringing us affordable digital SLRs, this is really a disgrace. My heart goes out to the poor employees of their marketing department who were forced to promote the 'wonderful' creative filters and non-stopping mode dial as the only unique selling point this body has. What a flop! I hope this is not an indicator of poor upgrades of the 60D and 7D and that Canon will learn their lesson and put more effort into a 70D/7DII/800D.

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They cant just keep bringing out innovative improvements all the time because there really arent that many innovative ideas left they could bring , its not just Canon a similar thing happened on the iPhone when they announced the 4S version.

I think sooner or later this will start to be the norm with most camera makers ( and smartphones), if they keep bringing out "new" models almost yearly then we will reach points like this were the next model will hardly have much to distinguish it from the previous one.

Similar stuff is also happening with software which gets yearly releases .....

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I am really struggling here...unless the manufacturer doubles their whizz-bang factor on a new release it's crap??? take the canon G11 vs the G12... according to your standards the G12 is a rubbish upgrade as effectively all they added is that little finger wheel on the front? As an owner of both trust me, that little wheel turns the G11 into a spectacular improvement in every day use. It is a granular improvement on an exceptional product. Oh hang on...they didn't double the megapixels! oh no my new G12 will take crap pictures!!!

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Wow, this upgrade is a joke. Wasting a new number for it, why not 650D Mk II? What about an improved video mode, let´s see how long Canon will still implement their space-wasting 48MB/s H.264 Basic profile video mode with line skipping.
I have a 650D, it´s good but even this had only minor changes over the predecessor.

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The full review has already posted here!: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-650d-rebel-t4i

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Я НАШЕЛ ГЛАВНОЕ ОТЛИЧИЕ - ПРИСМОТРИТЕСЬ ВНИМАТЕЛЬНЕЕ - У НЕЕ ШЕРШАВЫЙ, А ЗНАЧИТ БОЛЕЕ КРЕПКИЙ ПЛАСТИК - КАК В 60Д. И РАЗГАДАЛ ГЛАВНЫЙ И ЕДИНСВЕННЫЙ СМЫСЛ ЭТОЙ 700Д... СМЫСЛ ЕЕ В ТОМ, ЧТО 650Д - ВРОДЕ КАК СНЯТ С ПРОИЗВОДСТВА...))) ВОТ И ВЕСЬ СЕКРЕТ...)))

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Which for those less linguistically minded in hindu means:
ध्यान से देखो - यह किसी न किसी, और इसलिए अधिक मजबूत प्लास्टिक में 60D मैं मुख्य अंतर पाया. और EDINSVENNY मुख्य और इस 700D का अर्थ सुलझाना ... इसका अर्थ है कि 650D - के रूप में ...) द्वारा बंद की तरह)) पूरे रहस्य है ...)))

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Errr... that would be Hindi, right? What would we do without Google translate?

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