Canon Rebel T2 35mm SLR Camera (Body Only) | 
| Brand: Canon
List Price: $249.99
Buy Used: $175.00
You Save: $74.99 (30%)
Rating:  24 reviews
Sales Rank: 16760
Media: Electronics
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8
Dimensions (in): 6.2 x 4.5 x 3.8
MPN: 9426A001AA
Model: 9426A001AA
UPC: 013803038620
EAN: 0013803038620
ASIN: B0002XRWRE
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Looks like new, works like new. New batteries. Excellent camera, lots of advanced functions for total control. Ships from Massachusetts.
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| Features:
| • | Fully automatic 35mm autofocus SLR camera | | • | 7-point high-speed, wide-area selectable autofocus | | • | Ergonomic design with secure grip, large backlit LCD screen | | • | Enhanced built-in flash with advanced E-TTL II autoflash | | • | Body only; Compatible with Canon EF lenses |
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Product Description
The EOS Rebel T2 brings together everything you want in a 35mm camera. It has the latest automation, a "souped-up" selection of powerful features, expanded shooting modes and state-of-the-art E-TTL II autoflash. It's what makes the Rebel T2 the most advanced SLR in its class. It boasts a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000 second and X-sync at 1/125 sec., compared to 1/2000 second and X-sync at 1/90 with previous models. Also, due to faster shutter cocking, the viewfinder blackout time has been shortened from 180 milliseconds to approx. 150 ms., which makes the shooting experience more pleasant and productive. A masterpiece of form and function, its luxurious design is both lightweight and ergonomic to make it truly user friendly. See for yourself, why the Rebel T2 is a camera that will change your expectations. Cross key selector and large backlit LCD for ease of use Safety release lock and camera shake warning for worry free operation Advanced E-TTL II autoflash and more powerful built-in flash Uses 35mm Film Lens not included Unit Size (W x H x D) 5.1 x 3.5 x 2.5 in./130 x 90 x 64mm; Weight 12.9 oz./365g (without batteries) Uses 2 CR2 Batteries
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| Customer Reviews: Read 19 more reviews...
 Impressed So Far - Excellent Camera! June 2, 2005
AJ Starling (Delaware, USA)
90 out of 94 found this review helpful
I purchased this camera recently as a replacement/upgrade from my EOS Rebel G, which is aging although it still works well. This camera has a few more features than my old Rebel G. Like all EOS gear, my other lenses and my speedlite work with it and have no problems.
The Rebel T2 is apparently available in two different models, the T2, and the T2 Date. I opted for the T2. While reading the manual (which covers both) I learned that the T2 Date has feature that is supposed to be specific to it, the compatibility with the Canon Wireless Remote RC-5. When I checked the web site for available accessories, the RC-5 came up as one for my model. I'm not certain if the manual is accurate or not. The manual also specifies that the wireless remote may be subject to unwanted shooting when in areas of fluorescent lighting. The camera does definitely support a wired remote (my personal preference).
The Rebel T2 came with the 28-90 mm lens as described here. This lens is super quick and does take very clear photos, though I've not tried to enlarge any thus far to examine for aberrations. My prints thus far did not show any problems. The auto-focus, as I mentioned, is very quick and very accurate. It seems to take me longer than I'd like to change the focusing points when the camera is focusing on the wrong object, but I believe that I'll get better as I practice it. The process is not complicated.
The camera has several modes that are fairly intuitive and well explained by the manual. The basic modes include night portrait, sports, close-up, portrait, landscape, and no-flash. The manual clearly explains all the different modes of operation in detail including tips such as using the flash for a portrait at night while not underexposing the background.
The biggest change on this camera that I'm having to adjust to is the aperture-preview button, which basically will frame the shot and adjust the aperture to show me what I can expect my picture to look like in the end. I've always had a good feel for this because I've been taking pictures for the last 15 years with SLR's, but with some work I may find it useful. I've heard students in photography classes gripe about owning a camera that didn't have one.
The camera is fairly light as SLR's go, and to me seems ergonomically well designed, though you may not think so if you are left-handed (all the controls are designed for right-handed manipulation - either thumb or forefinger). The large LCD display on the rear (as opposed to the tiny LCD screen on the top) is heaven compared to my previous Rebel G. It displays a wealth of information and is easy to read.
An added feature of this camera is a lock that prevent the user from trying to take a picture with no film in the camera or if the subject is moving too much. Personally, I don't like this feature but doubtlessly many people will love it. It is a selectable option for those who are not interested in it.
The only thing that I really don't like about this camera is the film cover release. On other cameras (including my Rebel G), the release was on the side next to the cover, on the non-hinged side of the body. On the Rebel T2, it's on the cover itself. So now I have to use my thumb to release it and simultaneously use my index finger to open it, as opposed to letting it pop open like on most cameras. Not really a big deal, but I hope they don't do it again.
The biggest advantage of this camera that I love over my other cameras is that the Rebel T2 will take 3 pictures per second through the whole roll (my Rebel G managed one picture every 1.5 seconds, I think). This makes a big difference for photographing sporting events. Despite what others may say, I've tested it, and I really do get 3 frames per second.
My biggest suggestion for anyone who purchases this camera is simply to sit down and take the 20 minutes to read the manual prior to doing any shooting with it, even if you have significant experience with other Canon models. There is a wealth of information in this manual and it's easy enough for everyone to understand, without being too boring even for the experienced photographers.
Also if you're interested in this camera, try to find a store that will let you rent one, or a fiend that will let you borrow one. Try to use all the features and see if it will do what you need.
 Beware - lens may not be as described December 15, 2004
Camera Shopper (USA)
45 out of 53 found this review helpful
The description of the 28-105mm lens says 'II USM or III', but beware many retailers, including the one on the amazon website as of 12/04, sell a lower quality lens (still EF 28-105mm, but with the MM class autofocus (slow and noisy and based around an electric motor driving a geartrain). The older lens is no longer sold separately by Canon, but is still in their "beginner" package as of 12/04. I have talked directly with the Amazon retailer, and their verbal claims are different than those on the amazon website. Beware! Also, this lens has plastic lens mounts.
Excellent Camera, beautiful pictures. March 29, 2006
T. Bux (Barnesville, PA United States)
29 out of 31 found this review helpful
I got this after switching from a digital camera. The digital cameras didn't offer the depth I wanted and not having proofs was a big drawback.
I am by no means an expert on photography, but I do know a great photograph when I see one, and this camera takes beautiful shots.
This is a beautiful camera. Elegant in design; the grey body with black accents is definately an attention grabber. People will look at your camera.
It definately has brains to back up it's beauty. Loading film is easy and quick. It has about 8 or so presets. There is the automatic "point and shoot" mode which you'll probably use the most. It automatically compensates for light, adjusting shutter speed and aperture for the perfect shot. The quick autofocus allows you to grab your shot quickly, without waiting for the camera to decide to take the picture.
It also has settings for portrait shots, close ups, night, landscape, no flash, and many others. Those are settings that maximize the camera's features for those particular shot. It also has a program setting where you can program shutter speed, aperture, flash and film advance. Though with the comprehensive presets, I don't think you'll ever need to use it.
The 28-90 lens that comes with the kit is nice, and has a selector for autofocus or manual focus. It also, of course, can be removed so you can add other lenses. The zoom is powerful and leads to beautiful shots.
Overall this is an unbelievable camera. Great price, features, and pictures will be the best you've ever seen. They are very crisp, clear and have almost a 3D lifelike quality to them, something I've never seen outside of a professionally taken photograph. This camera is awesome.
 I like it a lot! February 17, 2005
C. Adams (Warroad, MN United States)
28 out of 32 found this review helpful
I bought this camera just before Christmas and was anxious to take it on a trip to Vancouver Island the first week in January. It performed beyond my expectations. I went through a lot of film and found it very easy to load and get on with snapping more pictures of the beautiful scenery. Our last camera was an Olympus APS...nice and small and much more portable, so I kind of worried about the portability of the Canon...once we got into the sightseeing however, we never gave it a second thought...just got it out and slung it here and there with no ill effects. The pictures we got back are the real selling point. I am very pleased with the 12 rolls from that trip! All in all, I would recommend this camera. It's a lot of fun to use and does the job admirably.
A Wonderful Camera January 28, 2006
Digital Photographer (Brooklyn, NY)
25 out of 26 found this review helpful
Some years ago I bought a Canon Rebel, one of the earlier ones, it was not so great, kept if for a while and then sold it.
I have been into digital for some time now, but, its great, but it is not film, not by any chance.
I have a very old point and shoot, I started taking pictures with either Kodak of Fuji film, I then brought it into my one hour developer and had the negs developed and digitized onto a CD.
The results were gorgeous, at that point it was time for a new SLR, there are not so many left right now.
I saw The Eos Rebel T2 with the 28-90 Mark III zoom lens, it was impressive, light, but with just a touch of heft, great grip,viewfinder, very fast autofocus, it even looks great.
So forgetting my previous experience with a Rebel a long time ago I bought.
This is a superb camera, this is just no way to praise it, I love this camera.
Since getting it I,ve shot 10 rolls of film, all were digitized onto a disc, touched up where I felt they needed it, (a simple procedure.
I shot a roll in a hanger at a former Naval Aviation Base here, all kinds of aircraft were in different stages of reconstruction,it was a photographers paradise.
The results I am getting are better than a very expensive digital camera.
I cannot recommend the T2 even more, if you want one get it now, I think these cameras will be gone soon.
Canon you did great job.
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