Capture your story in stunning detail with the EOS 550D. Now with Free delivery.

EOS 550D Features:

• 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor
• DIGIC 4
• ISO 100-6400, H:12800
• 3.7fps shooting
• Full HD movies
• 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots
• iFCL metering
• Quick Control screen
• Ext. Mic socket
• Movie crop
• Claim £30 CashBack from Canon UK

Stills or movies, capture your story

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.

Canon EOS 550D Lens is the first entry-level DSLR feature HD video, combined with 920,000dot LCD & Digic 4 processor provides serious specification.

What's in the box:

• EOS 550D Body,

• Canon EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS Lens,

• Eyecup Ef,

• Camera Cover R-F-3,

• Wide Strap EW-100DBIII,

• Battery Charger LC-E8E,

• AC Cable 1m,

• Battery Pack LP-E8,

• Battery Cover,

• Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST,

• Interface Cable IFC-130U

• Free Canon Custom Gadget Bag 100EG worth £49.99

Full Technical Specifications from Canon UK

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS Lens Features:

The EF-S 18-55mm  f/3.5-5.6 IS is a lightweight general-purpose zoom lens that is ideal for handheld photography in a wide range of lighting conditions.

• Lens construction (elements/groups) 11/9
• Minimum aperture 22-38
• Closest focusing distance (m) 0.25
• Maximum magnification (x) 0.34 (at 55mm)
• Image stabilizer 4-s

EAN Reference: 8714574549965

Specifications

Megapixels	18.7
Image Sensor	22.3 x 14.9mm CMOS
Maximum File Size (pixels)	5184x3456
File formats	JPEG: Fine, Normal (Exif 2.21 [Exif Print] compliant) / Design rule for Camera File system (2.0),  RAW: RAW (14bit, Canon original RAW 2nd edition),  Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 compliant
Image Processor	DIGIC 4
Viewfinder	Pentamirror Coverage (Vertical/Horizontal) Approx. 95% Magnification Approx. 0.87x Eyepoint Approx. 19mm (from eyepiece lens centre) Dioptre Correction -3 to +1 (1/m) (dioptre) Focusing Screen Fixed Mirror Quick-return half mirror (Transmission: reflection ratio of 40:60, no mirror cut-off with EF600mm f/4 or shorter) Viewfinder Information AF information: AF points, focus confirmation light Exposure information: Shutter speed, aperture value, ISO speed (always displayed), AE lock, exposure level/compensation, spot metering circle, exposure warning, AEB Flash information: Flash ready, high-speed sync, FE lock, flash exposure compensation, red-eye reduction light Image information: White balance correction, SD card information, monochrome shooting, maximum burst (1 digit display), Highlight tone priority (D+)
LCD Screen	7.7cm (3.0") 3:2 Clear View TFT, approx. 1040K dots Coverage Approx. 100% Viewing Angle (Horizontally/Vertically) Approx 160° Coating Dual Anti-reflection, anti smudge Brightness Adjustment Adjustable to one of seven levels Display Options (1) Quick Control Screen (2) Camera settings
Auto-Focus Points & System	TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated with a CMOS sensor AF System/ Points 9 AF points (f/5.6 cross type at centre, extra sensitivity at f/2.8) AF Working Range EV -0.5 -18 (at 23°C & ISO100) AF Modes AI Focus One Shot AI Servo AF Point Selection Automatic selection, Manual selection Selected AF Point Display Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD monitor Predictive AF Yes, up to 10m ¹ AF Lock Locked when shutter button is pressed half way in One Shot AF mode. AF Assist Beam Intermittent firing of built-in flash or emitted by optional dedicated Speedlite Manual Focus Selected on lens
ISO Sensitivity Range	AUTO(100-6400), 100-6400 Expandable to H (approx 12800) in 1-stop increments
Shutter and Drive Type - Speed Range	Electronically-controlled focal-plane shutter Speed 30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)
Frames per second	3.7
Image Stabilisation System
Lens Mount & Focal Length Adjustment	EF/EF-S Focal Length Equivalent to 1.6x the focal length of the lens
Exposure modes	TTL full aperture metering with 63-zone SPC (1) Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points) (2) Partial metering at center (approx. 9% of viewfinder) (3) Spot metering (approx. 4% of viewfinder at center) (4) Center weighted average metering
Metering system & Built-in Flash Performance	Built-in Flash GN (ISO 100, meters) 13 Built-in Flash Coverage up to 17mm focal length (35mm equivalent: 27mm) Built-in Flash Recycle Time Approx. 3 seconds Modes Auto, Manual Flash On/off Red-Eye Reduction Yes - with red eye reduction lamp X-Sync 1/200sec Flash Exposure Compensation +/- 2EV in 1/2 or 1/3 increments Flash Exposure Bracketing Yes, with compatible External Flash Flash Exposure Lock Yes Second Curtain Synchronisation Yes HotShoe/ PC Terminal Yes/ - External Flash Compatibility E-TTL II with EX series Speedlites, wireless multi-flash support External Flash Control via camera menu screen
Camera Body Weight & Dimensions	(WxHxD) 128.8 x 97.3 x 62 mm Weight (Body Only) Approx. 530g (CIPA testing standard, including battery and memory card)
Memory Card format	SD card, SDHC card or SDXC card
Battery model & Performance	1 x Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E8 Battery Life Approx. 440 (at 23°C, AE 50%, FE 50%) Approx. 400 (at 0°C, AE 50%, FE 50%)