Canon T2i (specs and info) is an improved version from Canon T1i. It improves overall functions of camera, especially video feature.
Here is the comparison table comparing Canon T2i and T1i:
| Canon T2i | Canon T1i | |
|---|---|---|
| Image | 18 MP | 16 MP |
| ISO range | 100-3200 (12800) | 100-6400 (12800) User selectable max ISO |
| Cont. Shooting | 3.7 fps | 3.4 fps |
| Body | Plastic | Plastic |
| Metering | TTL 63-zone SPC | TTL 35-zone SPC |
| Auto Focus | 9 points system | 9 points system |
| LCD screen | 3″ 1040k | 3″ 920k |
| Video related | Full HD (1080p) at 24, 25, 30 fps HD (720p) at 50, 60 fps External mic jack Movie crop function 7x magnification Manual Exposure control |
Full HD (1080p) at 20 fps HD (720p) at 24 fps Built-in mono microphone |
| Battery Grip | new with extra button (BG-E8 ) | same with XS, XSi (BG-E5) |
| Exposure Comp. | +/-5 stops | +/- 2 stops |
Canon T2i has been improved in many aspects. I am not a fans of high megapixel count because it tends to lower image quality in high ISO, however, there are many aspects that most photographers will love such as user selectable max ISO. Before, the Canon camera limits the max ISO in auto-ISO mode to ISO 3200 in T1i or 800 in XSi.
It also inherited new metering system from Canon 7D. In theory, metering function will be more accurate. Exposure compensation improvement is also quite nice, and usually available only in advanced model. LCD screen gets subtle resolution boost and new grip.
The major improvement is in video related feature. Now, T2i shooters can enjoy recording full HD movie with higher fps up to 30fps, it also has manual exposure control. So, if you are multimedia artist on budget but can’t afford 7D or 5D mark ii, Canon T2i / 550D will be a nice one to get.
However, if you are shooting photography stills and prefer a camcorder to record video, Canon T1i or XSi will be sufficient.
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