As the top model in the Canon EOS Rebel line-up, the Rebel T2 replaces the Rebel Ti model and includes improvements such as faster shutter speeds, better auto focusing, and for the first time custom functions that are user friendly and appropriate for a wide range of shooting environments.
The T2 is the first EOS Rebel that lets users select AF modes independently, from a choice of 7 points. A four-position keypad on the back of the camera also makes autofocus point selection more intuitive and faster, providing overall better performance for users.
The improved high-speed shutter on the Rebel T2 model boasts a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000 second and X-sync at 1/125 sec. 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.
Also incorporated in the Rebel T2 is the E-TTL II autoflash metering system, which is used for both the built-in flash and external EX-series Speedlites. The E-TTL II flash system, which is compatible with most EF lenses, consistently produces accurate flash exposures, even when shooting light, dark or highly reflective subjects.
Other features which make the camera more user friendly and worry-free include a shutter lock that prevents shooting if there is no film in the camera or if no lens is attached to the camera, and an anti-shake warning which can be turned on to prevent the user from taking a picture if the shutter speed is too low for hand-held photography according to the focal length of the lens.
| Type | 35mm SLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Focus Modes | Single shot AF, Predictive AF, AI Servo (automatic switching between the two) & Manual |
| Focus Type | Area AF with 7 focusing points (with red illumination) |
| Focusing Sensitivity Range | EV 1-18 @ ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE (with variable shift), Full auto (Green zone), Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Depth of field AE, Program image zone (portrait, landscape, closeup, sports, nighttime & flash off), Manual & E-TTL II program flash AE |
| Exposure Metering |
- 35-Zone evaluative (linked to focusing points) - Centerweighted averaged - 9.5% Partial - Pre-flash metering (set automatically with E-TTL II) |
| Metering Range | EV 1-20 @ ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens |
| Shutter Speed |
1/4000th to 30 Second + Bulb with flash sync at 1/125th second Flash sync up to 1/4000th second with EX flashes |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV in 1/2 EV increments |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±3 EV in 1/2 EV increments |
| ISO Range |
25-5000 (DX) 6-6400 in Manual setting |
| Built-in Flash | Yes (GN 42.6' with 28mm coverage) |
| Film Wind | Auto single mode & Continuous at 3 frames per second in fixed focus and 2.8 fps in AI Servo |
| Focusing Screen | Fixed laser matte with AF points |
| Diopter Correction | Yes (-2.5 to +0.5) |
| Self Timer | 10-Second delay |
| Remote Control | Remote switch RS-60E3 |
| PC Terminal | No |
| Depth-of-Field Preview | Yes |
| Mirror Lock-Up | No |
| Multiple Exposure | Yes (up to 9 exposures per frame) |
| Viewfinder Info | 7 Focusing points, Exposure scale, Aperture, Shutter speed, Focus confirmation, AE/FE Lock, HP High-speed sync & Flash readiness (which acts as a "Beyond flash working range warning" during FE Lock) |
| LCD Information | Orange backlit LCD; Shooting mode, Shutter speed, FE Lock, ISO, AF Point selection, Film advance mode, Battery level, Film indicator, Focusing mode, Aperture, Redeye reduction, Beeper setting, AEB, Multiple exposures, Function pointer, Exposure level/compensation scale, Safety Shutter Lock, Film transport indicator, Frame counter, Selftimer & Remote control countdown |
| Color | Metalic grey & black |
| Power Source |
Two CR2 3-Volt lithium batteries Optional BP-220 Battery Pack converts camera to "AA" power |
| Dimensions | 5.1 x 3.5 x 2.5" (130 x 90 x 64mm) WxHxD |
| Weight | 12.9 oz (365 g) Without batteries |