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Canon 550D Video Setup Guide

Introduction

The Canon 550D can shoot up to 1080p at 25fps. Select movie mode from the mode dial, then press the live-view button. All instructions below assume you are in movie mode.

White Balance
Shutter Speed
ISO
Movie Exposure
Aperture
Audio Recording
Focus Point
Resolution

White Balance

  • Press the Q button.
  • Select the top-most icon.
  • Use the front dial to rotate through the white balance presets.
  • Select AWB (Auto White Balance).

Shutter Speed

  • Use the front dial to adjust the shutter speed.

ISO

  • Press the ISO button located on the top of the camera.
  • Use the front dial to adjust ISO to Auto.

Movie Exposure

  • Press the MENU button.
  • Select the Movie 2 tab.
  • Select Movie Exposure.
  • Select Manual.

Aperture

  • Hold down the Av button.
  • Use the front dial to adjust the aperture.

Audio Recording

  • Press the MENU button.
  • Select the Movie 2 tab.
  • Select Sound Recording.
  • Ensure Sound Recording is set to On.

Focus Point

  • Use the arrow keys to select the focus point, indicated by the white rectangle on the screen.

Resolution

  • Press the MENU button.
  • Select the Movie 1 tab.
  • Select Movie Rec. Size.
  • Select 1920x1080 25 for Full HD at 25fps.

Recommended Accessories

  • APS-C Spare Memory Cards
  • Standard Zoom Lens
  • Small LED Panel
  • Tripod
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