Canon EOS Rebel T4i 18.0 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera

Description

The Canon EOS Rebel T4i DSLR has been designed to make advanced photography simple and fun, the new Rebel T4i delivers phenomenal image quality, high performance, and fast, intuitive operation. This EOS Rebel amps up the speed with the powerful DIGIC 5 Image Processor that helps make high-speed continuous shooting of up to 5.0 fps possible—great for capturing fast action. An 18.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor ensures that every image is shot in superb, high resolution; and an extended ISO range of 100–12800 gives photographers the opportunities to take the Rebel T4i into more shooting situations than ever before. A 9-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision dual cross f/2.8 center point) delivers improved autofocus performance, and a new Hybrid CMOS AF System increases autofocus speed when shooting photos and video in Live View. For users interested in creating impressive videos, the Rebel T4i is ready to help you create your next masterpiece. Movie Servo AF provides continuous focus of moving subjects, so you never miss a moment. A built-in stereo microphone and manual audio level adjustment helps ensure that your audio will match the stunning quality of your video. First ever for an EOS Rebel, the Rebel T4i features a Vari-angle Touch Screen 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor II, which allows fast and intuitive camera operation. Add compatibility with Canon’s proven EF and EF-S lenses and a slew of EOS accessories, the Rebel T4i is an incredibly versatile tool for creating the images and videos you

Features

• 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, ISO 100-12800; expandable to 25600 (H) for shooting from bright to dim light and high performance DIGIC 5 Image Processor for exceptional image quality and speed
• High speed continuous shooting up to 5.0 fps allows you to capture all the action
• Improved autofocus performance with a 9-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision dual-cross f/2.8 center point), and new Hybrid CMOS AF increases autofocus speed when shooting photos and movies in Live View
• Enhanced EOS Full HD Movie mode with Movie Servo AF for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p)
• New 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touch Screen Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation and Touch AF for an easy and intuitive experience, flexible positioning, and clear viewing even when outdoors

What's In The Box

• Canon EOS Rebel T4i Digital Camera
• EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens
• Eyecup Ef for Digital Rebel Cameras
• R-F-3 Camera Cover
• EW-100DB IV Wide Strap
• LC-E8E Battery Charger
• LP-E8 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1120mAh)
• USB Interface Cable IFC-130U
• EOS Digital Solution Disk v.25.1
• Camera Instruction Manual
• Software Instruction Manual CD
• 1-Year Limited Warranty.

User's Experience

"PROS:
Outstanding Image Quality. Even at higher ISO
Touchscreen
Ease Of Use
5 Frames Per Second Shooting
Auto Focus
CONS:
Built in stereo mic is kind of pointless unless you use an STM lens. Maybe even then.
The bezel around the touchscreen is uneven, but that has nothing to do with function. It's just poor design.
Learning curve on the touchscreen
Feature guide...It makes touchscreen control unbearable. Just disable it as soon as you turn the camera on and save yourself the frustration of being told why you need to change ISO every time you touch the button for it.
FINAL WORD:
If you were holding back or looking for a reason to upgrade your digic 4 based camera this is the one you are looking for. Compared to the t2i/t3i/60D this camera will offer you better image quality, focus, low light performance and ease of use. Yes the 60D is an "upgrade" over the rebel line but as of now, you'd only gain size, weight and one stop of shutter speed over the t4i with the 60D. With the t4i you'd gain better images, video, high ISO performance, touchscreen, shutter lag and a few other things. This camera offers many new technologies and additions from Canon that aren't seen on any other camera in their line up. If you are a beginner or someone with a previous rebel looking for a nice camera you will find this camera to offer many things that you will enjoy in a first camera or an upgrade. This camera can make your photos better by taking the same photos as you would have with the previous models just with the improvements and that is what you should look for. The t3i was a small upgrade form the t2i and Canon has made up for it with this rebel."

"Image quality: Although there may be improvement in DIGIC 5 according to Canon AD, I could not tell much difference between DIGIC 4 and DIGIC 5.
Low light performance: solid performance so far but I want to test more.
Auto focus for video: As you can see in many reviews (search YouTube), AF is working but fairly slow. Yes, STM works. I mean it is more silent zooming noise.
5 frame speed: I haven't test seriously this function.
Portability : No problem with body and 18-135 lens. To me, it's a main reason to choose this against 60D.
Build quality: It looks same as T3i to me.
Touch screen: It's convenient but not a "deal-maker"."

Overall: The T4i continues the success of the T2 & T3i with improvements to image quality and ease of use. All though improvements to the auto focus function have been made some users feel it could be better. The new technology that gives it a point 'n' shoot feel makes this camera is suitable for someone looking for their first DSLR.

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