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- Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL The "Quick Start Guide" and "CD-ROM Guide" are at the back of E E this manual. The "Quick Start Guide" helps you start using your new camera right away. It starts on the last page of this manual. INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 2
you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D is a high-performance, digital singlelens reflex camera featuring fine-detail to Familiarize Yourself with the Camera With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual, take a few test - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 3
AVC-DC400 EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software) Software Instruction Manual Instruction Manual (this booklet) * Battery Charger LC-E5 or LC-E5E is provided. (The LC-E5E comes with a power cord.) If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lens is included. Depending on the Lens Kit type, the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 4
Assumptions All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch is already set to . It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are set to the default. For explanatory purposes, the instructions show the camera attached with an EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens. 4 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 5
Chapters For first-time users, chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera's basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction 2 Camera basics. 1 Getting Started 23 2 Basic Shooting and Image Playback Fully automatic shooting for different subjects. 43 3 Advanced Shooting Techniques Shooting - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 6
Conventions Used in this Manual 4 Chapters ...5 Contents at a Glance 10 Handling Precautions 12 Quick Start Guide 14 Nomenclature 16 1 and Removing the SD Card 31 Attaching and Detaching a Lens 33 About the Lens Image Stabilizer 35 Basic Operation 36 3 Menu Operations 38 Formatting - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 7
AF Mode 64 S Selecting the AF Point 66 MF: Manual Focusing 67 i Continuous Shooting 68 j Using the Self-timer Field 78 Depth of Field Preview 80 a: Manual Exposure 81 8: Automatic Depth-of-Field AE Correction 98 Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction 100 0 Using the Quick - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 8
Image Review Time Camera to the Default Settings 136 About Copyright Information 137 Preventing the LCD Monitor from Turning off Automatically 138 Changing the Shooting Settings Screen Color 138 Setting the Flash 139 f Automatic Sensor Cleaning 142 Appending Dust Delete Data 143 Manual - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 9
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF 173 Direct Printing with DPOF 176 d Transferring Images to a Computer 177 10 Customizing the Camera 181 196 Function Availability Table 198 Menu Settings 200 Troubleshooting Guide 203 Error Codes...209 System Map 210 Specifications 212 Index - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 10
Contents at a Glance Shooting Shoot automatically Î p.43 - 55 (Basic Zone modes) Shoot continuously Î p.47, 50, 68 (i Continuous shooting) Take a picture of myself in a group Î p.69 (j Self-timer) Freeze the action Blur the action Î p.76 (s Shutter-priority AE) Blur the background Keep the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 11
point of focus Shoot a moving subject Î p.66 (S AF point selection) Î p.50, 65 (AI Servo AF) Playback View the images with the camera Î p.56 (x Playback) Search for pictures quickly Î p.148 (H Index display) Prevent important images from accidental deletion Î p.158 (K Image protect) Delete - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 12
, and focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center. Do not touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 13
camera Lens After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid Contacts scratching the lens camera may become hot. Although this is not a malfunction, holding the hot camera camera from outside, in rare cases lubricant from the camera - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 14
Quick Start Guide 1 Insert the battery. (p.26) To charge the battery, see page 24. 2 For EF-S lens For EF lens Attach the lens. (p.33) When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with the white index on the camera. For other lenses, align it with the red index. 3 Set the lens focus mode switch to - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 15
aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will focus the subject. 8 Take the picture. (p.37) Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. 9 Review the picture. (p.130) The captured image will be displayed for about 2 sec. on the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 16
-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.62/139) EF Lens mount index (p.33) EF-S Lens mount index (p.33) Flash-sync contacts Hot shoe Lens mount Lens lock pin Terminal cover Lens release button (p.34) Depth-of-field preview button (p.80) Body cap (p.33) Remote control terminal (p.194) Audio/video OUT/ Digital - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 17
Nomenclature Eyecup (p.195) Viewfinder eyepiece Display-off sensor (p.138) Shooting settings display button (p.42,135) Menu button (p.38) LCD monitor (p.38,131) Dioptric adjustment knob (p.36) Aperture/Exposure compensation button (p.81/84) AE lock/ FE lock button/ Index/Reduce - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 18
shooting i Continuous shooting Q Self-timer/ Remote control l Self-timer:2 sec q Self-timer:Continuous AF mode (p.64) X One-Shot AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF g Manual Focusing Battery check (p.28) zxcn The display will show only the settings currently applied - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 19
Viewfinder Information Spot metering circle Focusing screen Nomenclature AF point display indicator < > AF points ISO speed White balance correction AE lock/ AEB in-progress Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning High-speed sync (FP flash) FE lock/ FEB in-progress Flash - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 20
These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects. d : Program AE (p.58) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.76) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.78) a : Manual exposure (p.81) 8: Automatic depth-of-field AE (p.82) Basic Zone All you do is press the shutter button. Fully-automatic shooting suitable - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 21
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens Focusing ring (p.67,118) Hood mount (p.217) Nomenclature Focus mode switch (p.33) Zoom ring (p.34) Zoom position index (p.34) 58 mm filter thread (front of lens) Image Stabilizer switch (p.35) Lens mount index (p.33) Contacts (p.13) EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 22
intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 23
Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera's strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap's buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 24
Charging the Battery 1 Remove the protective cover. LC-E5 LC-E5E 24 2 Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely. To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse. 3 Recharge the battery. For LC-E5 As shown by the arrow, flip out the battery charger's - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 25
charger from the power outlet. When not using the camera, remove the battery. If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount of LP-E5. Battery Pack LP-E5 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 26
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E5 into the camera. 1 Open the battery compartment cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrow and open the cover. 2 Insert the battery. Insert the end with the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 27
interval, the icon might not be displayed. This is normal and not a problem. About Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 30 seconds of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway (p.37). You can change the auto - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 28
Battery Pack LP-E5, shooting through the viewfinder, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. The actual number of shots frequent use of the LCD monitor. The lens operation is powered by the camera's battery. Depending on the lens used, the number of possible shots may - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 29
the button to return to the shooting settings display. The date/time set will start from when you press in step 4. If you store the camera without the battery or if the camera's battery becomes exhausted, the date/time might be reset. If this happens, set the date/time again. 29 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 30
3 Selecting the Interface Language 1 Display the menu. Press the button to display the menu. 2 Under the [6] tab, select [Language ]. Press the key to select the [6] tab. Press the key to select [Language ] (the third item from the top), then press . 3 Set the desired language. Press - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 31
Installing and Removing the SD Card The captured image is recorded onto the card (sold separately). Make sure the card's write protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. Installing the Card 1 Open the cover. Slide the cover as shown by the arrow to open it. Card's write protect - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 32
do any of the following. Doing so may damage the image data. It may also damage the card or camera. • Opening the card slot cover. • Removing the battery. • Shaking or banging the camera around. If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might not start from 0001 (p.132). Do not - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 33
the camera's white EF-S lens mount index and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it clicks in place. When attaching a lens other than an EF-S lens, align the lens with the red EF lens mount index. 3 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to (autofocus). If it is set to (manual focus - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 34
slightly. Detaching the Lens While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow. Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it. Attach the rear lens cap to the detached lens. To owners of the EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS kit lens: You can prevent the lens from extending out - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 35
based on the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens as an example. * IS stands for Image Stabilizer. 1 Set the IS switch to . Set the camera's power switch to camera is mounted on a monopod. Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the shooting conditions. However, the EF-S18-55mm - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 36
E (10 types, sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake. Horizontal shooting Vertical shooting 1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly. 2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand. 3. Press the shutter - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 37
the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway first or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it completely immediately, the camera will take a moment before it takes the picture. Even during the menu display, image playback, and image recording, you can instantly go back - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 38
as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the button, cross keys, and button on the camera back. button LCD monitor button Cross keys Menu Screen Basic Zone modes Movie shooting mode * In the Basic Zone modes and Movie shooting - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 39
3 Menu Operations Menu Setting Procedure 1 Display the menu. Press the button to display the menu. 2 Select a tab. Press the key to select a tab. You can also turn the dial to select a tab. 3 Select the desired item. Press the key to select the item, then press . 4 Select the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 40
3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 41
3 Formatting the Card Execute [Format] in the following cases: The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed (p.209). About Low-level Formatting Do low-level formatting if - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 42
press the button to turn off the monitor. If a fluorescent light is nearby, the LCD monitor might turn off. If this happens, take the camera away from the fluorescent light. Menus Captured Image Appears when you press the button. Press the button again to return to the previous screen. 42 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 43
the Mode Dial for best results and how to playback images. With the Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically (p.198). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, major shooting settings cannot be changed in the Basic Zone modes - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 44
will be focused. Aiming the center AF point over the subject will make focusing easier. 3 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the lens will adjust the focus. X The dot inside the AF point achieving focus flashes briefly in red. At the same time, the beeper will sound and - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 45
to shoot a moving subject in focus. Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus the subject. When the focus mode switch on the lens is set to (Manual Focus), the camera does not focus. Set the focus mode switch to (Auto Focus). Although it is daylight, the flash popped up. For - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 46
lock is also possible in other Basic Zone modes (except Sports). Shooting a Moving Subject In the (Full Auto) mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) during or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus the subject continuously. As long as you keep aiming the AF - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 47
background, the more blurred the background will look. The subject will also stand out better in front of a plain, dark background. Use a telephoto lens. If you have a zoom lens, use the telephoto end to fill the frame with the subject from the waist up. Move in closer if necessary. Focus the face - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 48
end of a zoom lens, objects near and far will be in focus better than at the telephoto end. It also adds breadth to landscapes. Shooting night scenes. Since the built-in flash will be disabled, this mode is also good for night scenes. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. If you want - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 49
for its minimum focusing distance. Some lenses have indications such as . The lens minimum focusing distance is measured from the (focal plane) mark on the camera to the subject. If you are too close to the subject, the focus confirmation light will blink. Under low light, the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 50
vehicle, use the (Sports) mode. Shooting Tips Use a telephoto lens. Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar. Use the center AF point and autofocusing will take effect. Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display on the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 51
(Night Portrait) mode. Shooting Tips Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view. Also, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Keep the person within 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. Under low light, the built-in flash will fire - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 52
shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display will blink. Hold the camera steady or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to reduce blur caused by camera shake. Taking portraits without flash. Under low light, the person must not move until the picture is - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 53
C Creative Auto Shooting Basic Zone modes except (Creative Auto) take care of everything, whereas the Creative Auto mode enables you to easily change the picture's brightness, depth of field, color tone (Picture Style), etc. The default settings are the same as the (Full Auto) mode. * CA - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 54
the right, the background will look more in focus. If you want to blur the background, see "Shooting Portraits" on page 47. Depending on the lens and shooting conditions, the background might not look so blurred. This cannot be set (grayed out) while the built-in flash is popped up. When - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 55
C Creative Auto Shooting (4) Image effects Besides the standard image effect, you can set it for portraits, landscapes, or black-and-white photos. (p.73: Picture Style) (Standard): Standard image effect applicable to most scenes. (Smooth skin tones): Effective for close-ups of women or - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 56
x Image Playback The easiest way to playback images is explained below. For more details on the playback procedure, see page 147. 1 Playback the image. When you press the button, the last captured image will be displayed. 2 Select the image. To view images starting with the last image, press the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 57
cannot be changed. In the (Program AE) mode, you can set various functions and be more creative. In the (Program AE) mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and aperture automatically to obtain the standard exposure. The difference between the Basic Zone modes and is explained on page - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 58
d: Program AE To obtain a good exposure of the subject, the camera sets the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) automatically. This is called Program AE. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus the subject. Look through the viewfinder - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 59
d: Program AE Shooting Tips Changing the ISO speed and using the built-in flash. To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the ISO speed (p.60) or use the built-in flash (p.62). In the mode, the built-in flash will not fire automatically. So under low light, press the ( - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 60
set the ISO speed in the viewfinder while turning the dial. With "AUTO" selected, the ISO speed will be set automatically (p.61). ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed 100 - 200 400 - 800 1600 - 6400, H Shooting Situation (No flash) Sunny outdoors Overcast skies, evening Dark indoors or night Flash Range - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 61
Z: Changing the ISO SpeedN About "AUTO" for Automatic ISO Speed If the ISO speed is set to "AUTO", the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button halfway. As indicated below, the ISO speed will be set automatically to suit the shooting mode. Shooting Mode - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 62
- 1/200 sec.) will be set automatically to prevent camera shake. 1 Press the button. In Creative Zone modes Effective Flash Range [Approx. in meters / feet] ISO Speed 100 EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS / EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Wide Angle: 18mm Telephoto: 55mm 1 - 3.5 / 3.5 - 12 1 - 2.5 / 3.5 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 63
, decrease the ISO speed. If the exposure setting in the viewfinder blinks, decrease the ISO speed. Detach the lens hood and keep at least 1 meter/3.3 feet away from the subject. If the lens has a hood attached or you are too close to the subject, the bottom of the picture might look dark - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 64
. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF mode is set automatically. 1 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to . 2 Press the button. X [AF Suited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. When focus is achieved, the dot inside the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 65
subject will be focused continuously. The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken. When the AF point selection (p.66) is automatic, the camera first uses the center AF point to focus. During autofocusing, if the subject moves away from the center AF point, focus tracking continues as long - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 66
the Basic Zone modes, all the AF points are active. Generally, the AF point covering the closest subject will be selected to focus. Therefore, the camera sometimes may not focus the subject you want. With the (Program AE), , , and modes, you can select one AF point to focus where you - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 67
point. To make it easier to focus a moving subject, set the camera to automatic AF point selection and AI Servo AF. First use the center automatically. MF: Manual Focusing 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . Focusing ring 2 Focus the subject. Focus by turning the lens focusing ring until - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 68
focusing will be continuous during continuous shooting. · For still subjects When One-Shot AF is set, the camera will focus only once during continuous shooting. Flash can also be used. Since the flash will require speed may become slightly slower depending on the subject and the lens used. 68 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 69
j Using the Self-timer 1 Press the button. 2 Select the self-timer. Press the key to select the desired self-timer, then press . Q: 10-sec. self-timer The remote control can also be used. (p.194) l: 2-sec. self-timerN (p.104) q: 10-sec. self-timer plus continuous shots Press the key - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 70
will be displayed. Select the desired quality, then press . Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings (Approx.) Quality Pixels 73 High 740 610 610 1190 1190 1080 1080 2030 2030 90 9 72 4 * Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB card, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style. * - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 71
be fewer than indicated. The possible shots displayed is only an estimate. Does the camera display the maximum burst? The maximum burst is displayed in the viewfinder's right side. Since it is only a single-digit indicator 0 - 9, any number higher than 9 will be displayed only as "9." Note that this - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 72
into a 73 or other images. Although 1 images require software like Digital Photo Professional (provided) so they can be displayed on the computer can be viewed or printed even with a computer which does not have the camera's provided software. 1 image 73 image 0001 . CR2 0001 . JPG File number - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 73
A Selecting a Picture StyleN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject. 1 Press the button. X [Picture Style] will appear. 2 Select a Picture Style. Press the key to select a Picture Style, then press . 3 Take the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 74
A Selecting a Picture StyleN S Neutral This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. When the subject is captured under a color - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 75
More Advanced Techniques This chapter builds on the previous chapter and introduces more ways to shoot creatively. The first half of this chapter explains how to use the modes on the Mode Dial. Except for , all the shooting modes can be used in combination with the functions - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 76
s: Action Shots You can either freeze the action or create motion blur with the (Shutter-priority AE) mode on the Mode Dial. * stands for Time value. Frozen action (Fast shutter speed) Blurred motion (Slow shutter speed) 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the desired shutter speed. See " - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 77
to 1/30 sec. Follow the moving subject through the viewfinder and press the shutter button to take the picture. If you use a telephoto lens, hold it steady to prevent camera shake. How to blur a flowing river or water fountain. Use a slow shutter speed of 1/15 sec. or slower. Use a tripod to prevent - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 78
stands for Aperture value which is the size of the diaphragm hole inside the lens. Sharp foreground and background (With a small aperture opening) Blurred background (With a large differ depending on the lens. If no lens is attached to the camera, "00" will be displayed for the aperture. 78 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 79
and hold the camera steady or use a tripod. The depth of field depends not only on the aperture, but also the lens and subject distance. sharp picture from the foreground to the background. On the other hand, a telephoto lens has a narrow depth of field. And the closer the subject, the narrower the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 80
slow-speed flash sync). If you are handholding the camera, keep it steady to prevent camera shake. Using a tripod is recommended. If you of Field PreviewN Press the depth-of-field preview button to stop down to the lens's current aperture setting. You can check the depth of field (range of acceptable - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 81
to match the aperture that was set. The flash sync speed can be set within 1/200 sec. to 1/30 sec. or to bulb. * stands for Manual. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . + 2 Set the shutter speed and aperture. To set the shutter speed, turn the dial. To set the aperture, hold down - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 82
FAQ The aperture display in the viewfinder blinks. The exposure is correct, but the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Either use a wide-angle lens or move farther away from the subjects. The shutter speed display in the viewfinder blinks. If the "30"" shutter speed blinks, it means that the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 83
the metering mode, then press . q Evaluative metering This is an all-around metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene. This metering mode is set automatically in the Basic Zone modes. w Partial metering Effective - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 84
(increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation setting will not be automatically canceled when you turn off the camera. After taking the picture, reset the exposure compensation to zero. O Setting Exposure Compensation Set exposure compensation if the exposure - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 85
Setting Exposure CompensationN y Flash Exposure CompensationN Set flash exposure compensation if the flash exposure of the subject does not come out as desired. 1 Select [Flash control]. Under the [1] tab, select [Flash control], then press . 2 Select [Built-in flash func. setting]. Select [Built - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 86
3 Auto Exposure BracketingN This feature takes exposure compensation a step further by varying the exposure automatically with three shots as shown below. You can then choose the best exposure. This is called AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing). Standard exposure AEB amount 86 Darker exposure ( - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 87
3 Auto Exposure BracketingN Canceling AEB Follow steps 1 and 2 to turn off the AEB amount display. The AEB setting will be canceled automatically if the power switch is set to , flash recycling is complete, etc. Shooting Tips Using AEB with continuous shooting. If continuous shooting (p.68) - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 88
A Customizing a Picture StyleN You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see page 90. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [2] tab, select [Picture Style], then press - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 89
A Customizing a Picture StyleN Parameter Settings and Effects Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. To make it less sharp, set it toward the E end. The closer it is to E, the softer the image will look. To make it sharper, set it toward the F end. The closer it is to F, the sharper the image - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 90
A Customizing a Picture StyleN Monochrome Adjustment For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explained on the preceding page. kFilter Effect With a filter effect applied to a monochrome image, you can make white clouds or - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 91
as for sharpness and contrast are different. You can also adjust the parameters of a Picture Style which has been registered to the camera with the provided software. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [2] tab, select [Picture Style], then press . X The Picture Style selection screen will appear - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 92
A Registering a Picture StyleN 5 Select a parameter. Select a parameter such as [Sharpness], then press . 6 Set the parameter. Press the key to adjust the parameter as desired, then press . For details, see "Customizing a Picture Style" on pages 88-90. Press the button to register the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 93
is not recommended if you do not know about image processing, Adobe RGB, and Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 (Exif 2.21). Since the image will look very subdued with an sRGB computer environment is not appended. The ICC profile is explained in the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 93 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 94
button and press the shutter button to take another shot. AE Lock Effects Metering Mode (p.83) q* wre AF Point Selection Method (p.66) Automatic Selection Manual Selection AE lock is applied at the AF point that achieved focus. AE lock is applied at the selected AF point. AE lock is applied - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 95
A FE LockN FE lock locks the flash exposure setting over the desired area of the subject. This feature can also be used with a Canon EX-series Speedlite. * FE stands for Flash Exposure. 1 Press the button to pop up the built-in flash. Press the shutter button halfway and look - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 96
white balance. If naturallooking colors cannot be obtained with , you can select the white balance settings for different sources or set it manually by shooting a white object. In the Basic Zone modes, will be set automatically. 1 Press the button. X [White balance] will appear. 2 Select - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 97
was captured while the Picture Style was set to [Monochrome] (p.74), it cannot be selected in step 3. Instead of a white object, an 18% gray card (commercially available) can produce a more accurate white balance. The personal white balance registered with the provided software will be registered - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 98
2 White Balance CorrectionN You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature conversion filter or color compensating filter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. This is for advanced users - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 99
2 White Balance CorrectionN White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temperature of the current white balance setting, the image will be bracketed with a blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias. - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 100
off or drop in peripheral illumination. This can be corrected. For JPEG images, lens light fall-off is corrected when the image is captured. For RAW images, it can be corrected with Digital Photo Professional (provided software). The default setting is [Enable]. 1 Select [Peripheral illumin. correct - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 101
can check which lenses have their correction data registered in the camera. You can also register the correction data for unregistered lenses. For details, see the Software Instruction Manual (CD-ROM) for EOS Utility. Lens peripheral light correction cannot be applied to JPEG images already captured - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 102
0 Using the Quick Control Screen The shooting settings are displayed on the LCD monitor where you can directly select and set the functions. This is called the Quick Control screen. 1 Display the Quick Control screen. When the shooting settings are displayed, press . X The Quick Control screen - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 103
0 Using the Quick Control Screen Quick Control Screen Nomenclature Aperture (p.78) Shutter speed (p.76) Exposure compensation/ AEB setting (p.86) Shooting mode* (p.20) Image-recording quality (p.70) Picture Style (p.73) ISO speed (p.60) Highlight tone priority* (p.186) Flash exposure compensation - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 104
Preventing Camera ShakeN The camera's mechanical shake caused by the reflex mirror action can affect images taken with a super telephoto lens or close-up (macro) lens. In such cases, mirror lockup is effective. Mirror lockup is enabled by selecting the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [Mirror - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 105
. Using a tripod is recommended. About Remote Live View Shooting With EOS Utility (provided software) installed in your computer, you can connect the camera to the computer and shoot remotely while viewing the computer screen. For details, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 105 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 106
of view is about 100%. 3 Focus the subject. Before shooting, focus with AF or manual focus (p.111-118). Press the button to focus in the current AF mode. 4 on the LCD monitor. X After the image review ends, the camera will return to Live View shooting automatically. Press the button to - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 107
for about 1 hour at 23°C/73°F (with a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E5). During Live View shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun's heat can damage the camera's internal components. Cautions for using Live View shooting are on pages 119-120. In the following cases, the shutter will - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 108
time of the exposure setting. AF mode You can select [Live mode] (p.111), [u Live mode] (p.112), or [Quick mode] (p.116). Settable Functions when the Camera is ready to shoot While the Live View image is displayed on the LCD monitor, press so that the AF mode, Picture Style, white balance, - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 109
continuous shooting, the exposure set for the first shot will also be applied to subsequent shots. Using will be the same as using . If the camera is not operated for a prolonged period, the power will turn off automatically as set with [5 Auto power off] (p.131). If [5 Auto power off] is set - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 110
A Setting Shooting FunctionsN About the Information Display Each time you press the button, the information display will change. AF mode ·d : Live mode ·c : Face detection Live mode ·f: Quick mode AF point (Quick mode) Magnifying frame Picture Style White balance Drive mode Image-recording - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 111
[u Live mode] (face detection, p.112), and [Quick mode] (p.116). If you want to achieve precise focusing, set the lens focus mode switch to , magnify the image, and focus manually (p.118). Select the AF mode. Under [6 Live View function settings], select [AF mode]. While the Live View image is - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 112
(Face detection) Live Mode: c With the same AF method as the Live mode, human faces are detected and focused. Have the target person face the camera. 1 Display the Live View image. Press the button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. When a face is detected, the frame will - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 113
press the shutter button to take the picture (p.106). If the focus is way off, face detection will not be possible. If the lens enables manual focusing even while the lens focus switch is set to , turn the focusing ring to attain rough focus. The face will then be detected and will be - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 114
Using AF to FocusN Live Mode and u (Face Detection) Live Mode Notes AF operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the button will focus again. The image brightness may change during and after the AF operation. If the light source changes while the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 115
subject (such as an animal in a cage). Subjects which keep moving within the AF point and cannot keep still due to camera shake or subject blur. A subject approaching or moving away from the camera. Autofocusing while the subject is way out of focus. Soft focus effect is applied with a soft focus - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 116
Using AF to FocusN Quick Mode: f The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in the One-Shot AF mode (p.64), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting. Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation. AF point 1 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 117
Using AF to FocusN 3 Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject, and hold down the button. X The Live View image will turn off, the reflex mirror will go back down, and AF will be executed. X When focus is achieved, the beeper will sound and the Live View image will reappear. X The AF - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 118
. Each time you press the button, the display format will change as follows: 5x 10x Normal view 4 Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens focusing ring to focus. AE lock After achieving focus, press the Magnified area position button to return to the normal - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 119
. Note that if you shoot with the Live View function for a long period in high temperatures, the warning icon will appear earlier. Turn off the camera when not shooting images. If you shoot with the Live View function while the warning icon is displayed, the image quality of still photos may - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 120
Notes About the Shooting Results When you shoot continuously with the Live View function for a long period, the camera's internal temperature may increase and it can degrade image quality. Terminate Live View shooting when not shooting images. Before taking a long exposure, stop Live View - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 121
Shooting Movies Set the Mode Dial to to shoot movies. The movie file format will be MOV. SD Cards for Movie Shooting When shooting movies, use a card with an SD speed Class 6 " " or higher. If you use a card with a slower SD speed Class, the movie shooting and playback might not work - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 122
shot, the "o" mark will be displayed on the upper right of the screen. During movie shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun's heat can damage the camera's internal components. Cautions for movie shooting are on pages 127-128. If necessary, also read the Live View shooting cautions - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 123
be 4:3. Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute Movierecording Size Total Recording Time 4GB Card 16GB Card File Size [1920x1080] [1280x720] 12 min. 18 min. 49 min. 1 hr. 13 min. 330 MB/min. 222 MB/min. [640x480] 24 min. 1 hr. 39 min. 165 MB/min. At [1920x1080], the movie - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 124
. delay), then press the transmit button. If the switch is set to (immediate shooting), still photo shooting will take effect. Settable Functions During Camera Ready While the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, press so that the AF mode, Picture Style, white balance, movie-recording size - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 125
Movie Settings By holding down the button and turning the dial, you can set the exposure compensation. In the movie shooting mode and Creative Zone modes, the setting will be the same for the Picture Style, white balance, image-recording quality, and exposure compensation (except a). - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 126
mode) Exposure simulation Shutter speed Aperture Exposure compensation amount Battery check ISO speed Shots remaining If there is no card in the camera, the movie-recording size and movie shooting remaining time will be displayed in red. When movie shooting starts, the movie shooting remaining - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 127
button. (A new movie file starts being recorded.) If the attached lens has an Image Stabilizer, the Image Stabilizer will operate at all times , you should set the IS switch to . The camera's built-in microphone will also pick up camera operation sounds. If you do not want to record any - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 128
may appear on the screen. Note that if you shoot movies for a long period in high temperatures, the icon will appear earlier. Turn off the camera when not shooting movies. If you shoot movies while the icon is displayed, the image quality of the movies will not be degraded. However, if - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 129
Card Reminder (p.130) Setting the Image Review Time (p.130) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.131) Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness (p.131) File Numbering Methods (p.132) Auto Rotate of Vertical Images (p.134) Checking Camera Settings (p.135) Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings (p.136 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 130
image will not be displayed immediately after image capture. If [Hold] is set, the image review will be displayed up until the [Auto power off] time. During the image review, if you operate any camera controls such as pressing the shutter button halfway, the image display will end. Under the [1] tab - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 131
to turn off the shooting settings display to save battery power. If [Off] has been set and the camera is not used for 30 min., the LCD monitor will turn off automatically. To turn on the LCD monitor the LCD monitor brightness to 4 and prevent the ambient light from affecting the reviewed image. 131 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 132
Handy Features 3 File Numbering Methods The file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in one folder. You can change how the file number is assigned. The file number will appear on a computer in this - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 133
0001. This is convenient when you want to use different folders for the images taken yesterday and the ones taken today, for example. After the manual reset, the file numbering returns to continuous or auto reset. If the file number in folder No. 999 reaches 9999, shooting will not be possible - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 134
rotated at all. FAQ The vertical image is not rotated during the image review immediately after it is captured. Press the button and the image playback was set to [Off]. Also, if the vertical image is taken while the camera is pointed up or down, the image might not rotate for playback. In such - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 135
While the menu is displayed, press the button to display the camera's current settings. While the menu is displayed, press the button to display the settings. Press the button again to return to the menu. Press the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 136
[7] tab, select [Clear settings], then press . 2 Select the desired setting. To revert the shooting settings to the default, select [Clear all camera settings], then press . To revert the Custom Functions to the default settings, select [Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)], then press . 3 Select - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 137
Handy Features Camera Settings Auto power off Beep 30 sec. On Release shutter without card Enable Review time 2 sec. Image My Menu items will not change. 3 About Copyright InformationN If you use EOS Utility (provided software) to set your copyright information, the copyright information - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 138
Handy Features 3 Preventing the LCD Monitor from Turning off Automatically This prevents the display-off sensor from turning off the shooting settings display automatically when your eye nears the viewfinder eyepiece. Select [LCD auto off]. Under the [5] tab, select [LCD auto off], then press . - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 139
applicable only to an attached EX-series Speedlite compatible with the respective functions. The setting procedure is the same as setting a camera menu function. Select [Flash control]. Under the [1] tab, select [Flash control], then press . X The flash control screen will appear. [Flash firing - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 140
flash] enables you to set the flash output yourself. This is for advanced users. Regarding other flash modes, refer to your Speedlite's instruction manual. Shutter sync. Normally, set this to [1st curtain] so that the flash fires immediately after the exposure starts. If [2nd curtain] is set, the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 141
3 Setting the FlashN Flash exposure compensation See "y Flash Exposure Compensation" on page 85. E-TTL II For normal flash exposures, set it to [Evaluative]. If [Average] is set, the flash exposure will be averaged for the entire metered scene as with an external metering flash. Flash exposure - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 142
that the sensor is being cleaned. Although there will be a shutter sound, a picture is not taken. For best results, do the sensor cleaning while the camera bottom is placed on a table or other flat surface. Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning, the result will not improve that much. Right after - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 143
spots. The Dust Delete Data is used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software) to erase the dust spots automatically. Preparation Get lens focal length to 50mm or longer. Set the lens focus mode switch to and set the focus to infinity (∞). If the lens has no distance scale, look at the front of the lens - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 144
be obtained even if there is no card in the camera. X When the picture is taken, the camera will start obtaining the Dust Delete Data. When the Dust erase dust spots automatically with the provided software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. The Dust Delete Data appended to the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 145
directly, having it done by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the lens from the camera. 1 Select [Sensor cleaning]. Under the [6] tab, select [Sensor cleaning], then press . 2 Select [Clean manually]. Select [Clean manually], then press . 3 Select [OK - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 146
3 Manual Sensor CleaningN While cleaning the attached. A brush can scratch the sensor. Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens mount. If the power is turned off, the shutter will close and the shutter having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. 146 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 147
you will learn how to playback and erase photos and movies with the camera and viewing them on a TV set. About images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a computer or whose file name was changed. 147 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 148
x Searching for Images Quickly H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index display) Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen. 1 Playback the image. When you press the button, the last captured image will be displayed. 2 Turn on the index - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 149
x Searching for Images Quickly I Jump through Images (Jump display) With the single image display, you can turn the dial to jump through the images. 1 Select the jump method. In the [4 Image jump w/6] menu, select the desired jump method from [1 image/10 images/100 images/ Date/Movies/Stills], - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 150
display will return. You can turn the dial to view another image while the magnification is maintained. Magnified view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. A movie cannot be magnified. 150 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 151
b Rotating the Image You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation. 1 Select [Rotate]. Under the [3] tab, select [Rotate], then press . 2 Select the image. Press the key to select the image to be rotated. You can also select an image on the index display. 3 Rotate the image. - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 152
k Playing Movies 1 Playback the image. Press the button to display the image. Speaker 2 Select a movie. Press the key to select the image. During the single-image display, the icon displayed on the upper left indicates that it is a movie. During the index display, the perforation on - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 153
took a still photo when you shot the movie, the still photo will be displayed for about 1 sec. during the movie playback. If you connect the camera to a TV set (p.156-157) to playback a movie, adjust the sound volume with the TV set. (Turning the dial will not adjust the sound volume - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 154
3 Slide Show (Auto Playback) You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. 1 Select [Slide show]. Under the [4] tab, select [Slide show], then press . Number of images to be played 2 Select the images to be played back. Press the key to select the top menu item, then - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 155
3 Slide Show (Auto Playback) 3 Set the play time and repeat option. Press the key to select [Set up], then press . For still photos, set the [Play time] and [Repeat] options, then press the button. [Play time] [Repeat] 4 Start the slide show. Press the key to select [Start], then - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 156
Non-HD (High-Definition) TV Sets (Black) (Yellow) 1 Connect the provided AV cable to the camera. Connect the AV cable to the camera's terminal. With the plug's logo facing the back of the camera, insert it into the terminal. 2 Connect the AV cable to the TV set. Connect the AV - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 157
will be displayed automatically at the TV's optimum resolution. To playback movies, see page 152. Do not connect any other device's output to the camera's terminal. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Some TVs might not be able to display the captured images. In such a case, use the provided AV - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 158
reappear. If you format the card (p.40), the protected images will also be erased. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera's erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first cancel the protection. If you erase all the images (p.160), only the protected images will - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 159
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.158) will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 160
L Erasing Images 2 Select [Select and erase images]. Select [Select and erase images], then press . X An image will appear. Press the button to display the three-image view. To return to the single-image display, press the button. 3 Select the images to be erased. Select the images to be - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 161
B Shooting Information Display When you press the button during single-image playback, you can switch the shooting information display. The most detailed shooting information is shown below. Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed/ Recording time - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 162
B Shooting Information Display About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness. The RGB histogram display is for checking the color saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with the [4 Histogram] menu. [Brightness] - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 163
images in the card. The camera is compatible with "wPictBridge" which is the standard for direct printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (p.173) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing instructions such as the image selection - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 164
switch to . 2 Set up the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. 3 Connect the camera to the printer. Use the interface cable provided with the camera. When connecting the cable plug to the camera's terminal, the cable plug's icon must face the front side of the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 165
in blue. Movies cannot be printed. The camera cannot be used with printers compatible only with CP Direct or Bubble Jet Direct. Do not use any interface cable other than the one provided. If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the printer. To find out what's wrong - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 166
The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Printer-connected icon 1 Select the image to be printed. Check that the icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 167
in the printer, then press . When using a Canon printer and Canon paper, read the printer's instruction manual to check what paper types can be used. X type or its settings. * From the Exif data, the camera name, lens name, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation amount, - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 168
, this setting enables finer printing adjustments than with "Natural." The printing will differ depending on the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. * When you change the printing effects, it is reflected in the image displayed on the upper left. Note that the printed image - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 169
printer's own default settings as set by the printer's manufacturer. See the printer's instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are. Depending on the image's file then select [OK]. If you execute [Clear all camera settings] (p.136), all the settings will revert to the default. 169 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 170
is displayed will depend on the selection made in step 4. Brightness The image brightness can be adjusted. Adjust levels When you select [Manual], you can change the histogram's distribution and adjust the image's brightness and contrast. With the Adjust levels screen displayed, press the button - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 171
wPrinting Trimming the Image Tilt correction You can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed. Do the trimming right before printing. If you set the trimming and then set the print settings, you may have to set the trimming again. 1 On the print setting - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 172
occurs during printing, an error message will appear on the camera's LCD monitor. Press to stop printing. After fixing the problem, resume printing. For details on how to fix a printing problem, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Paper Error Check whether the paper is properly loaded in - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 173
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print- - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 174
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print type K Standard Prints one image on one sheet. to the printer's instruction manual. Or check with your photofinisher about compatibility when ordering prints. Do not insert into the camera a card whose print order was set by a different camera and then try - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 175
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Select and order images one by one. Press the button to display the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 176
1 Preparing to print. See page 164. Follow the "Connecting the Camera to a Printer" procedure up to step 5. 2 Under the [3] bright background or on the border. Under [Adjust levels], [Manual] cannot be selected. If you stopped the printing and want problem occurs during printing, see page 172. 176 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 177
This is called direct image transfer. Before connecting the camera to a computer, be sure to install the provided software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk on CDROM) in the computer. For instructions to install the provided software, see "CD-ROM Guide" on page 230. Preparation for Image Transfer 1 Set the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 178
on the computer, and the direct image transfer screen will appear on the camera's LCD monitor. If the [EOS Utility] window does not appear automatically, startup EOS Utility manually. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera. Pull out the cable by grasping the plug (instead of the cord - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 179
To start the image transfer, press the button. New images Images which have not yet been transferred to the computer will be selected by the camera automatically and transferred. Transfer order images You select the images and they are transferred to the computer in a batch. To select the images - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 180
all on card], the transfer order will be cleared for all the images in the card. Do not put into the camera any images whose transfer order was set by a different camera and then try to specify another transfer order. The images in the transfer order might all be overwritten. Also, depending - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 181
Creativ Customizing the Camera You can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. You can do it with Custom Functions. Custom Functions can be set and used only in Creative Zone modes. e Zone 181 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 182
3 Setting Custom FunctionsN 1 Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Under the [7] tab, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press . 2 Custom Function No. Select the Custom Function number. Press the key to select the Custom Function No., then press . 3 Change the setting as desired. - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 183
Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure 1 Exposure level increments 2 ISO expansion 3 Flash sync. speed in Av mode C.Fn II: Image 4 Long exposure noise reduction 5 High ISO speed noise reduction 6 Highlight tone priority 7 Auto Lighting Optimizer C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive 8 AF-assist beam firing 9 Mirror - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 184
AE (f), this prevents a slow flash-sync speed from being set automatically in low-light conditions. It is effective for preventing subject blur and camera shake. However, while the subject will be properly exposed with the flash, the background will come out dark. 2: 1/200 sec. (fixed) The flash - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 185
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II: Image C.Fn-4 Long exposure noise reduction 0: Off 1: Auto For 1 sec. or longer exposures, noise reduction is performed automatically if noise typical of long exposures is detected. This [Auto] setting is effective in most cases. 2: On Noise reduction is performed - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 186
from the standard 18% gray to camera can be reflected in RAW images when the images are processed with Digital Photo Professional (provided software). 0: Standard 1: Low 2: Strong 3: Disable Depending on the shooting conditions, noise might increase. This function will not work if manual - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 187
-dedicated Speedlite is attached, it will emit the AFassist beam when necessary. The camera's built-in flash will not fire the AF-assist beam. If the external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite's [AF-assist beam firing] Custom Function is set to [Disabled], the Speedlite will not emit the AF-assist beam even - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 188
prevents the AF from being thrown off by any obstacle passing between the camera and subject. The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken Assign SET button You can assign a frequently-used function to . When the camera is ready to shoot, you can press . 0: Quick Control screen When - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 189
button and turned off the camera while the LCD monitor was on, the shooting settings will be displayed when you turn on the camera again. C.Fn-13 Add original To verify whether the image is original, the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 (sold separately) is required. The images are not - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 190
3 Registering My MenuN Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. 1 Select [My Menu settings]. Under the [9] tab, select [My Menu settings], then press . 2 Select [Register]. Select [Register], then press . 3 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 191
Reference This chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to make it easier to look up needed information. 191 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 192
If an Extender (sold separately) is attached and the maximum aperture of the lens is f/5.6 or smaller (larger f/number), AF will not be possible (except Live mode/u Live mode AF). For details, see the Extender's instruction manual. For the situations where AF can fail to achieve focus with Live mode - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 193
a Household Power Outlet With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. 1 Connect the power cord. Connect the power cord as shown in the illustration. After using the camera, unplug the power plug from the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 194
Remote Control Shooting Remote Controller RC-6/RC-1/RC-5 (Sold separately) Remote controllers to shoot wirelessly up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. The RC-6/RC-1 can trip the shutter immediately or after a 2-sec. delay, and the RC-5 trips the shutter after a 2-sec. delay. RC-1 RC-6/RC - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 195
at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover (p.23) attached to the camera strap. During Live View shooting and movie shooting, attaching the eyepiece cover is unnecessary. 1 Remove the eyecup. Push the bottom of the eyecup - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 196
words, it is like a high-output flash attached externally in place of the built-in flash. For detailed instructions, see the EX-series Speedlite's instruction manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features of EX-series Speedlites. Shoe-mount Speedlites Macro Lites With an EX - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 197
-priority AE) and adjust the aperture setting before shooting. When using a Speedlite which has manual flash mode, shoot in the manual flash mode. Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The camera can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/ 200 sec. or slower. Be sure to test the flash - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 198
7 C d sf a8 k JPEG kkkkkkkkkkkk k k Quality RAW kkkkkkkkkkkk k k RAW + 73 kkkkkkkkkkkk k k ISO speed Auto ooooooookkkk k o Manual kkkk k Standard o ooookkkkk k k Portrait o kkkkk k k Picture Style Landscape o kkkkk k k Neutral kkkk k k Faithful kkkk k k Monochrome - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 199
k Self-timer/ Remote control k k k k k k k k k k k k k k*3 Self-timer:2 sec kkkk k Self-timer:Continuous k k k k k k k k k k k k k Auto oo o o k Built-in flash Manual kkkkk k Flash off o o ok o Red-eye reduction k k k k kkkkk k FE lock kkkk k Flash exposure compensation - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 200
/ 1+73 / 1 70 Beep On / Off 130 Release shutter without card Enable / Disable 130 Review time Off / 2 sec. / 4 sec. / 8 sec. / Hold 130 Peripheral illumination correction Metering mode q / w / r / e 83 Custom WB Manual setting of white balance 96 WB SHIFT/BKT WB correction: White - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 201
/ 8 min. / 15 min. / Off 131 File numbering Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset 132 Auto rotate OnPD / OnD / Off 134 Format Initialize and erase data in the Custom Functions (C.Fn) Customize the camera as desired 182 Clear settings Clear all camera settings / Clear all Custom Func - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 202
Menu Settings Movie Shooting Mode Menu k Movie (Red) Page Grid display Off / Grid 1l / Grid 2m 124 Metering timer 4 sec. / 16 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 10 min. / 30 min. 124 Movie recording size 1920x1080 / 1280x720 / 640x480 123 AF mode Live mode / u Live mode / Quick mode 123 Sound - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 203
Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power-Related Problems The battery cannot be recharged with the battery charger provided. Do not recharge any battery pack other than genuine Canon Battery Pack LP-E5. The camera - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 204
Troubleshooting Guide The camera turns off by itself. Auto power off is in effect. If you do not want auto power off to take effect, set [5 Auto power off] to [Off]. Even if [5 Auto power off] has been set to [Off], the LCD monitor will still turn off after the camera is idle for 30 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 205
Troubleshooting Guide The maximum burst during continuous shooting is lower. Set the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [High ISO speed noise reduction] to [Standard], [Low], or [Disable]. If - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 206
Troubleshooting Guide The camera makes a noise when it is shaken. The built-in flash's pop 1280x720 recording size (p.123). When the movie is played, camera operation noise can be heard. If you operate the camera's dial or lens during movie shooting, the respective operation noise will also be - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 207
Troubleshooting Guide Display & Operation Problems The LCD monitor does not display a clear image. If dust is adhering to the LCD monitor, wipe its surface with a lens cloth or soft cloth. In low or high temperatures, the LCD monitor display may seem slow or might look black. It will return to - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 208
Troubleshooting Guide The shooting date and time displayed is incorrect. The correct the camera (p.156). Printing-Related Problems There are fewer printing effects than listed in the instruction manual. What the screen will display may differ depending on the printer. This instruction manual lists - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 209
is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the onscreen instructions. Countermeasures No. Error Message & Solution Communications between the camera and lens is faulty. Clean the lens contacts. 01 Î Clean the electrical contacts on the camera and lens and use a Canon lens - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 210
Macro Twin Lite MR-14EX MT-24EX E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Bundled Accessories Eyecup Ef Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-100DB lll Semi Hard Case EH19-L Battery Pack LP size-AA/LR6 batteries AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 DC Coupler DR-E5 Car Battery Charger CBC-E5 Compact Power Adapter - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 211
EF-S lenses AV Cable AVC-DC400 HDMI Cable HTC-100 TV/Video EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Interface Cable PictBridge-compatible printer Interface Cable IFC-200U/500U Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 Card reader SD memory card/ SDHC memory card PCMCIA adapter - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 212
Specifications • Type Type: Recording media: Image sensor size: Compatible lenses: Lens mount: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash SD memory card, SDHC memory card 22.3 x 14.9 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 213
phase detection 9 AF points EV -0.5 - 18 (at 23°C/73°F, ISO 100) One-Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF) Small series of flashes Metering range: EV 1 - 20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) Exposure control: Program AE (Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close- - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 214
Guide No.: 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet) Flash coverage: 17mm lens angle of view Recycling time approx. 3 sec. External flash: EX-series Speedlite (Functions settable with the camera shots * Figures are based on Canon's testing standards (ISO 100 and difference detection) Manual focusing (5x/ - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 215
• Customization Custom Functions: My Menu registration: 13 Provided • Interface Digital terminal: For computer communication and direct printing (Hi- Speed USB) 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 * With Battery Grip BG-E5 attached, size-AA/LR6 batteries can be used 215 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 216
Specifications Battery life: (Based on CIPA testing standards) With viewfinder shooting: Approx. 400 shots at 23°C/73°F, approx. 380 shots at 0°C/32°F With Live View shooting: Approx. 170 shots at 23°C/73°F, approx. 160 shots at 0°C/32°F • Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (W x H x D): 128.8 x 97 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 217
(sold separately) Case: LP1116 (sold separately) All specifications above are based on Canon's testing standards. The camera's specifications and exterior are subject to change without notice. If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera, consult the respective lens maker. 217 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 218
mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. * This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of nongenuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 219
contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing, flush photograph an infant, keep at least 1 meter away. • Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 220
make sure the tripod is sturdy enough to support the camera and lens. • Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera under the sun without the lens cap attached. Otherwise, the lens may concentrate the sun's rays and cause requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center. 220 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 221
instructions core provided with the digital camera must be used with this manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 This Class B digital - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 222
charger to rain or snow. 5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 6. To reduce risk of . MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 223
image index display...........148 A A/V OUT terminal 156 AC Adapter Kit 193 Access lamp 32 A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE Camera Camera shake 104 Clear settings 136 Holding the camera 36 Settings display 135 Camera shake 35 - 37 Card 2, 13, 31 Card reminder 31, 130 Format 40 Problem - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 224
Index Depth-of-field preview 80 Digital terminal 164, 177 Dioptric adjustment 36 Direct printing point selection 66 AF-assist beam 45, 187 Beeper 130 Difficult-to-focus subjects.. 115, 192 Manual focusing 67, 118 Out of focus 45, 115, 192 Recompose 46 Format (card initialization 40 Full - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 225
Image area 34 Image dust prevention 143 Image review time 130 Image Zone 20 Image-recording quality display 18 Lens 21, 33 - 35 Attaching/Detaching 33 Lens peripheral M (Manual exposure 81 Magnified view 118, 150 Main Dial 16, 75 Malfunction 203 Manual exposure 81 Manual focusing - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 226
Index Microphone 124 Mirror lockup 104, 187 Mode Dial 20 Monochrome 74 Movie Playback 152 Recording size 123 Shooting 121 Still image shooting 125 View on TV 156 My Menu 190 N Neutral 74 Night Portrait 51 Night scene 48 Noise reduction High ISO speed 68, 72, 185 Long exposure 81, 185 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 227
161 Shooting mode 20 A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE) .....82 M (Manual exposure 81 Av (Aperture-priority AE 78 Tv (Shutter-priority AE 76 P 51 7 (Flash Off 52 k (Movie shooting 121 Shooting settings display 18 Shutter button 37 Shutter-priority AE 76 Slide show 154 Sound recording 124 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 228
is the icon displayed on the desktop. 3 Copy the [English] folder to your computer. Instruction Manual PDFs with the following names are copied. Windows Macintosh EOS Utility Digital Photo Professional ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser Picture Style Editor EUx.xW_E_xx DPPx.xW_E_xx ZBx.xW_E_xx PSEx - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 229
). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, and double-click on [Canon EOS Digital Installer]. 2 Click [Easy Installation] and follow the instructions on the screen to install. For Macintosh, click [Install]. 3 Click [Restart] and remove the CD once the computer - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 230
CD-ROM Guide EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk This disk contains various software for EOS DIGITAL. EOS Utility Software that lets you connect your computer and camera in order to download images (still images/movies) shot with the camera to the computer, set the various settings on the camera, and remotely - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 231
Image Playback y u y u Index Magnify Select image S L Erase xPlayback B Shooting information 231 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 232
k Shooting Movies Set the Mode Dial to . Press the button to focus. Press the button to start shooting the movie. To stop shooting the movie, press again. To shoot still photos, press the shutter button. Custom Functions 1 Exposure level increments 2 ISO expansion 3 Flash sync. - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 233
A Live View ShootingN Press the button to display the Live View image. Press the button to focus. Press the shutter button to take the picture. To change the Live View settings, use the [6 Live View function settings] menu. Battery Life with Live View Shooting Temperature At 23°C / 73°F - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 234
Z: ISO SpeedN Press the button. Turn the dial or press the key to select the ISO speed. When "AUTO" is selected, the ISO speed is set automatically. When you press the shutter button halfway, the ISO speed setting will be displayed. i Drive ModeN Press the button. Press the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 235
E: AF ModeN Set the lens focus mode switch to . Press the button. Press the key to select the AF mode, then press . S AF PointN X(One-Shot AF): For still - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 236
settings as desired to shoot in various ways. Creativ d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture in the same way as the mode. Set the Mode Dial to . s: Shutter-priority AE Set the Mode - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 237
Basic Zone Modes Basic Zone All the settings necessary for shooting are set automatically. You just press the shutter button, and the camera does the rest. 1 Full Auto C Creative Auto 2 Portrait 3 Landscape 4 Close-up 5 Sports 6 Night Portrait 7 Flash Off (Displayed only when is set.) Press - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 238
Shooting Settings Display Aperture Shutter speed Main Dial pointer ISO speed Exposure level indicator Shooting mode Picture Style Image-recording quality Quick Control icon Battery check zxcn OK NG Flash exposure compensation White balance Metering mode Drive mode Shots remaining AF mode - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 239
Nomenclature Power switch ISO speed setting button Main Dial Mode Dial Shutter button Flash button Aperture/Exposure compensation button Display-off sensor Live View shooting/ Movie shooting button Focus mode switch AE lock button AF point selection button Cross - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 240
Image-recording Quality Select [1 Quality], then press . Press the key to select the quality, then press . Image-recording quality Pixels Possible shots A Picture StyleN A Picture StyleN Press the button. Press the key to select the Picture Style, then press . Style - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 241
0 Quick Control Screen With the shooting settings are displayed, press . The Quick Control screen will appear. Aperture Shutter speed Exposure compensation/ AEB setting Shooting mode Image-recording quality Picture Style ISO speed Highlight tone priority Flash exposure compensation Metering - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 242
Quick Start Guide Menu Operations button LCD monitor button Cross keys 1. Press the button to display the menu. 2. Press the key to select the tab, then press the - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 243
AF Point Z: ISO Speed i Drive Mode A Live View Shooting k Shooting Movies Custom Functions Image Playback CD-ROM Guide EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk Installing the Software Software Instruction Manual p.242 p.241 p.240 p.240 p.239 p.237 p.237 p.236 p.236 p.236 p.236 p.235 p.235 p.234 p.234 p.233 p.232 - Canon EOS Rebel T1i | EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500D Instruction Manual - Page 244
New Zealand CANON MARKETING JAPAN INC. 16-6, Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of April 2009. For information on the camera's compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CT1
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
E
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
The “Quick Start Guide” and “CD-ROM Guide” are at the back of
this manual. The “Quick Start Guide” helps you start using your
new camera right away. It starts on the last page of this manual.