Canon announces new EOS 550D digital SLR

Canon have this morning announce a new digital SLR, the EOS 550D. Full details will be available very soon, but the basic specs are:

  • 18 megapixel resolution
  • High-resolution 3-inch LCD screen (over 1million pixels)
  • Full HD video
  • Live view
  • ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12,800)
  • 3.7 frames per second
  • SDXC memory card capability (new format with greater capacity)
  • Available as body only, single IS lens kit (18-55mm), twin IS lens kit (18-55mm + 55-250mm), Platinum lens kit (15-85mm), Premium lens kit (18-200mm)

The 550D will sit between the existing 500D and 50D models.

We expect stock to arrive late in February, but will, as ever, be limited. Pricing TBA.