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INSTRUCTION MANUAL E E INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 2
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D is a high-performance, digital single-lens reflex camera with a 12.20-megapixel image sensor. The camera provides many features such as Picture Styles to expand your photographic expression, fast and high-precision 9-point - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 3
. Camera (with eyecup and body cap) Battery Pack LP-E5 (with protective cover) Battery Charger LC-E5/LC-E5E* Wide Strap EW-100DB III Interface Cable IFC-200U Video Cable VC-100 EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk Software Instruction Manual (1) Instruction Manual (this booklet) (2) Pocket Guide Quick - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 4
problems. : Supplemental information. Basic 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 Basic - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 6
Introduction Item Check List 3 Conventions Used in this Manual 4 Chapters ...5 Contents at a Glance 10 Handling Precautions 12 Quick Start Guide 14 Nomenclature 16 1 Getting Started 23 Recharging the Battery 24 Installing and Removing the Battery 26 Turning on the Power 27 Setting the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 7
the Picture Style 85 Setting the Color Space 87 AE Lock...88 FE Lock ...89 Setting the White Balance 90 White Balance Correction 92 Preventing Camera Shake 94 5 Live View Shooting 95 Preparing for Live View Shooting 96 Focusing Manually 98 Shooting ...99 Using AF to Focus 102 7 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 8
Review Time 108 Setting the Auto Power-off Time 109 Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness 109 File Numbering Methods 110 Auto Image Rotation 112 Checking Camera Function Settings 113 Reverting the Camera Preparing to Print 134 Printing ...136 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF 143 Direct - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 9
Contents 9 Customizing the Camera 151 Setting Custom Functions 152 Custom Function Settings 154 Registering 164 External Speedlites 166 Menu Settings 168 Function Availability Table 170 Troubleshooting Guide 172 Error Codes...175 System Map 176 Specifications 178 Index ...191 9 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 10
Contents at a Glance Shooting Shoot automatically Î p.43 - 52 (Basic Zone modes) Shoot continuously Î p.47, 50, 63 (i Continuous shooting) Take a picture of myself in a group Îp.53 (j Self-timer) Freeze the action Take a blurred action shot Îp.70 (s Shutter-priority AE) Blur the background - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 11
) Îp.50, 60 (AI Servo AF) Playback View the images with the camera Îp.54 (x Playback) Search for pictures quickly Îp.124 (H Index display) Prevent Îp.129 (K Image protect) Îp.130 (L Delete) Îp.128 (Video OUT) Îp.109 (LCD Brightness) Printing Print pictures easily Îp.133 (Direct printing - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 12
the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center. Do not touch the camera's bag. If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and battery from the camera - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 13
pixels among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc., are not a malfunction. They do not affect the what was displayed. However, this is only temporarily and will disappear when the camera is left unused for a few days. Cards Cards are precision devices. - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 14
Quick Start Guide 1 Insert the battery. (p.26) To recharge 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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.108) The captured image will be displayed for about 2 sec. on the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 16
(front of lens) Focusing ring (p.62) Zoom ring (p.34) Depth-of-field preview button (p.74) Lens lock pin Video OUT terminal (p.128) Remote control terminal (p.164) Focus mode switch (p.33) Image Stabilizer switch (p.35) Digital terminal (p.134,147) Lens mount index (p.33) Contacts (p.13) 16 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 17
38,109) DC cord hole (p.163) Tripod socket Playback button (p.54) Setting button (p.38) Access lamp (p.32) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.26) Battery compartment cover (p.26) Cross keys (p.38) Erase button (p.130) Metering mode/Jump selection button (p.77/125 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 18
timer/ Remote control l 2-sec. self-timer q Continuous shots after self-timer Battery check (p.28) zxcn Picture Style (p.67) Image-recording quality (p.64) 73 X One-Shot AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF g Manual Focusing Metering mode (p.77) q Evaluative metering w Partial metering r Spot - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 19
sync (FP flash) FE lock/ FEB in-progress Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (D buSY) Focus confirmation light Max. Burst White balance correction ISO speed Monochrome shooting Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 20
Zone These modes give you more control over the result. d : Program AE (p.56) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.70) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.72) a : Manual exposure (p.75) 8 : Automatic depth-of-field AE (p.76) Full Auto Basic Zone All you do is press the shutter button. Fully automatic - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 21
-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 the proper configuration for the power outlet. Battery Charger LC-E5E Battery pack slot Charge lamp Power cord Power cord socket 21 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 22
Nomenclature 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 to take up any - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 23
1 Getting Started This chapter explains preliminary steps and basic camera operations. 23 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 24
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 prongs and insert the prongs into a power - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 25
to the battery charger. Doing so can damage the battery charger. If the battery becomes exhausted quickly even after being fully charged, the battery has worn out. Purchase a new battery. Do not charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E5. Battery Pack LP-E5 is dedicated to Canon products only - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 26
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 battery contacts. Insert the battery until it locks - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 27
short 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. You can change the auto power-off - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 28
shots. The number of possible shots will decrease with more frequent use of the LCD monitor. The lens operation is powered by the camera's battery. Using certain lenses can reduce the number of possible shots. Using the Image Stabilizer of the lens will decrease the number of possible shots (shorter - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 Select the desired language. Press - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 31
Installing and Removing the 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. 2 Insert the Card. As shown - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 32
the following. Doing so may damage the image data. It may also damage the card or camera. • Opening the card slot cover. • Opening the battery compartment cover. • Shaking or banging the camera around. If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might not start from 0001. (p.110 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 33
cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow. EF-S lens mount index 2 Attach the lens. Align the EF-S lens with the camera's white EF-S focus mode switch to (autofocus). If it is set to (manual focus), autofocus will not operate. 4 Remove the front lens cap. Do not look - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 34
until it stops, then detach it. Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it. Image Conversion Factor Since the image size - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 35
to either or . If the camera is mounted on a tripod, you can save battery power by switching the IS switch to . The Image Stabilizer can operate even when the camera is mounted on a monopod. Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the shooting conditions. However - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 36
. 3. Press the shutter button lightly with your right hand's index finger. 4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body. 5. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder. 6. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot in front of the other. For shooting - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 38
the imagerecording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the button, cross keys, and button on the camera back. button LCD monitor button Cross keys Basic Zone Mode Menu Screen * The [2/7/9] tabs are not displayed in the Full Auto and Basic - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 39
Menu Operations and Settings Menu Setting Procedure 1 Display the menu. Press the button to display the menu. 2 Select a tab. Press the key to select a menu tab. You can also turn the dial to select a tab. 3 Select a menu item. Press the key to select the menu item, then press . 4 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 40
3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or personal computer, format the card with the camera. Formatting the card will erase everything in the card. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep. - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 41
3 Formatting the Card About Low-level Formatting Do low-level formatting if the card's recording or reading speed seems slow. Since low-level formatting will erase all recordable sectors in the card, the formatting will take slightly longer than normal formatting. You can stop the low-level - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 display the shooting settings. 42 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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. Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, shooting settings cannot be changed in the Basic Zone modes. The settings - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 44
1 Fully Automatic Shooting 1 Set the Mode Dial to . AF point 2 Aim any AF point over the subject. All the AF points will operate, and focus will generally be achieved at the AF point covering the closest object. Aiming the center AF point over the subject will make focusing easier. 3 Focus the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 45
focus confirmation light also does not light.) It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving subject. (The focus confirmation light When the focus mode switch on the lens is set to (Manual Focus), the camera does not focus. Set the focus mode switch to . Although it - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 47
2 Shooting Portraits The (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes flesh tones and the hair look softer than with the (Full Auto) mode. Shooting Tips The farther the distance between the subject and background, the better. The farther the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 48
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 to photograph a person against a night scene, set the Mode Dial to (Night Portrait) and use a tripod. (p.51) 48 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 49
as close as possible. Check the lens 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 50
button completely. If you hold down the shutter button, continuous shooting (max. approx. 3.5 shots per sec.) and autofocusing will take effect. Under low light if camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display on the bottom left will blink. Hold the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 51
to obtain a good exposure of the person. The effective distance of the built-in flash is 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. Shoot also with (Full Auto). Since camera shake is prone to occur with night shots, shooting also with (Full Auto) is recommended. If the self-timer is also - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 52
effect. Shooting Tips If the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks, take care to prevent camera shake. Under low light when camera 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 53
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.164) l: 2-sec. self-timerN (p.94) q: 10-sec. self-timer plus continuous shots Press the key - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 54
x Image Playback The easiest way to playback images is explained below. For more details on image playback methods, see page 123. 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 55
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 56
) automatically. This is called Program AE. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Take the picture. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus. X The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) set automatically is displayed in the viewfinder. Press the shutter button completely. Shooting - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 57
the ISO speed in the viewfinder while turning the dial. ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed Normal (No flash) 100/200 Sunny outdoors 400/800 1600 to suit the shooting mode and ambient light level. For flash and (manual) exposures, ISO 400 is set. When you press the shutter button halfway, - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 58
- 1/200 sec.) will be set automatically to prevent camera shake. 1 Press the button. In Creative Zone /Auto 800 1600 EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Wide Angle: 18mm Telephoto: 55mm 1 - 3.7 / 3.3 - 12.1 1 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.5 1 - 5.3 / 3.3 - 17.4 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.8 1 - 7.4 / 3.3 - 24.3 1 - 4.6 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 59
Using the Built-in Flash Shooting Tips If the subject is far away, increase the ISO speed. This will increase the flash range. In bright light, 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 60
Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The camera will then autofocus in the selected AF mode. Selecting the Best AF Mode One for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. You can also recompose the shot. AI Focus - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 61
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 62
AF 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 AF point, the other AF points will continue to focustrack the subject automatically. Manual Focusing Focusing ring 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 63
shooting. For still subjects: When One-Shot AF is set, the camera will focus only once during continuous shooting. Flash can also be used. be slower. If "buSY" is displayed in the viewfinder, wait a few seconds before resuming. When you press the shutter button halfway and "buSY" is not displayed - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 64
(6.3M) 1.3 770 1470 770 1470 76 Low Approx. 3.4 1.6 86 quality megapixels (3.4M) 0.8 1190 2290 1190 2290 1 High Approx. 12.2 15.3 120 6 1+73 quality megapixels (12M) 15.3+4.3 99 4 * Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB card, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 65
shots 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 66
made into a 73 or other images. Although 1 images require software like Digital Photo Professional (provided) so they can be displayed on the computer, processed image, you can view it as is on a personal computer without the bundled software or print it as is. With 1+73, the two images are saved - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 67
A Selecting a Picture StyleN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain the desired 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 the Picture Style, then press . 3 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 68
of 5200K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to match the subject's color. The image is dull and subdued. V Monochrome For black-and-white images. Other than with 1, the black-and-white image cannot be reverted to color. If you want to later shoot pictures in color, make sure the [Monochrome - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 69
4 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 70
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 Blurred action 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the desired shutter speed. See "Shooting Tips" for advice on setting the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 71
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 to 1/15 sec. or slower. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Set the shutter speed so that the aperture display does not blink in - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 72
the f/number, the smaller the aperture opening will be. The apertures displayed will differ depending on the lens. If no lens is attached to the camera, "00" will be displayed for the aperture. 72 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 73
as 30 sec. In such cases, increase the ISO speed 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. Since wide-angle lenses have a wide depth of field, you need not set a high aperture to obtain a - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 74
set automatically. Both the subject and background look properly exposed (automatic slow-speed flash sync). If you are handholding the camera, keep it steady to prevent camera shake. Using a tripod is recommended. To prevent slow-speed sync, select the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [Flash sync - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 75
to match the aperture that was set. The flash sync speed can be set to bulb, or from 30 sec. to 1/200 sec. * 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 76
8: Automatic Depth-of-Field AE Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture required to attain the necessary depth of field will be set automatically. * stands for Auto-Depth of field. This mode - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 77
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 78
used in the Creative Zone modes (except ). 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. Setting Exposure Compensation Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 79
Setting Exposure CompensationN y Flash Exposure CompensationN Set flash exposure compensation if the flash exposure of the subject does not come out as desired. This feature also works with external EX-series Speedlites. 1 Select [Flash exp comp]. Under the [2] tab, select [Flash exp comp], then - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 80
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 Darker exposure (Decreased exposure) - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 81
Canceling AEB 3 Auto Exposure BracketingN Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB amount to < >. The AEB setting will be canceled automatically if the power switch is set to , obtain flash-ready, etc. Shooting Tips Using AEB with continuous shooting. If (p.63) has been set and you press - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 82
A Customizing the 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 84. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [2] tab, select [Picture Style], then - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 83
A Customizing the 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 84
to a monochrome image, you can make white clouds or green trees stand out more. Filter N: None Ye: Yellow Or: Orange R: Red G: Green Sample Effects Normal black-and-white image with no filter effects. The blue sky will look more natural, and the white clouds will look crisper. The blue sky will - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 85
A Registering the Picture StyleN You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User Def. 2], or [User Def. 3]. You can create Picture Styles whose parameter settings such as for sharpness and contrast are - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 86
A Registering the 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 the Picture Style" on pages 82-84. Press the button to register - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 87
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 personal profile is not appended. The ICC profile is explained in the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 87 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 88
, it locks the current exposure setting. 2 Recompose and take the picture. AE Lock Effects Metering Mode (p.77) AF Point Selection Method Automatic Selection Manual Selection q* AE lock is applied at the AF AE lock is applied at the point that achieved focus. selected AF point. wre AE lock - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 89
A FE LockN FE lock locks the flash exposure setting over the desired area of the subject. This feature also works with external EX-series Speedlites. * FE stands for Flash Exposure. 1 Press the button to pop-up the built-in flash. Press the shutter button halfway and look in the viewfinder to - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 90
Kelvin) displayed for the selected white balance is the respective color temperature. O Custom White Balance Custom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy. Do this procedure under the actual light source to be - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 91
B: Setting the White BalanceN 2 Select [Custom WB]. Under the [2] tab, select [Custom WB], then press . X The SET screen will appear. 3 Import the white balance data. Select the image that was captured in step 1, then press . X On the dialog screen which appears, select [OK] and the data will - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 92
3 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 93
3 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 94
button locks up the mirror before the shot is taken 2 sec. later. With RC-1, set it to 2-sec. delay, then shoot. Do not point the camera toward the sun. The sun's heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains. If you use bulb exposures, the self-timer, and mirror lockup in - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 95
If you handhold the camera like a compact digital camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred camera to the personal computer and shoot remotely while viewing the computer screen instead of the camera's viewfinder. For details, see the Software Instruction Manual - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 96
Preparing for Live View ShootingN Set the camera for Live View shooting. 1 Set the shooting mode. Set the shooting mode to a Creative Zone mode. Live View shooting does not work in Basic Zone - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 97
power off]. (p.109) If [5 Auto power off] is set to [Off], the Live View shooting will stop automatically after 30 min. (camera power remains on). The image's field of view is about 100%. With the video cable (provided) connecting the camera to a TV set, you can view images on the TV. (p.128) 97 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 98
. Each time you press the button, the display format will change as follows: 5x 10x Full view AE lock Magnified area Magnification 4 Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press the button to return to the full - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 99
the shutter button completely. X The picture will be taken and the captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor. X After the image review ends, the camera will return to Live View shooting automatically. 3 Exit Live View shooting. With the Live View image displayed, press . About the Shooting - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 100
based on a fully-charged LP-E5 battery and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. . The focus preset feature on super telephoto lenses cannot be used. For Live View shooting, with an external Speedlite) cannot be used. A non-Canon flash will not fire. A grid can be displayed - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 101
Picture Style Image-recording quality Live View exposure simulation AE lock Shutter speed Flash-ready Aperture Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Focusing frame Battery check ISO speed Shots remaining Flash exposure compensation Exposure level When < > is displayed in white, it indicates that the Live - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 102
mode], you can focus with AF. Quick mode and Live mode use a different AF method. If you want precise focusing, magnify the image and focus manually. (p.98) C.Fn-8-1: Quick mode This is the same as using AF (p.60, 61) as usual with the dedicated AF sensor. Although you can focus the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 103
focusing frame, press the button. Although you can set the AF mode to AI Servo AF or AI Focus AF, AF will stop when the camera returns to the Live View image display (step 4), so you cannot focus the moving subject. If you want AF and AE lock to work separately - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 104
Using AF to FocusN C.Fn-8-2: Live mode The image sensor is used to focus. Although AF is possible with the Live View image displayed, the AF operation will take longer than with Quick mode. Also, achieving focus may be more difficult than with Quick mode. Set to Live mode and the lens focus mode - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 105
Using AF to FocusN About the AF point with Live mode You can press the keys to move the AF point to where you want to focus (it cannot go to the edges of the picture). To move to the center AF point, press the button. To magnify the image at the AF point, press the button. If focusing is - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 106
points, 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 leaving the camera. When AF is used for an extremely out-of-focus subject. When shooting a soft-focus image with a soft-focus lens - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 107
108) Card Reminder (p.108) Setting the Image Review Time (p.108) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.109) Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness (p.109) File Numbering Methods (p.110) Auto Image Rotation (p.112) Checking Camera Function Settings (p.113) Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings (p.114 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 108
. If [Hold] is set, the image review will be displayed up until the [Auto power off] time. The LCD monitor display will turn off when your eye nears the viewfinder eyepiece, press the shutter button, or do any camera operation. Under the [1] tab, select [Review time], then press . Set the time - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 109
turn off the camera yourself or press the button to turn off the shooting settings display to save battery power. If [Off] has been set and the camera is not used image, prevent the ambient light from affecting the reviewed image. Also, setting the LCD monitor brightness at the center of - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 110
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 the personal - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 111
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 folder No. 999 is created, [Folder number full] will appear on the LCD monitor - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 112
image is not automatically rotated at all. FAQ The vertical image is not rotated during the image review immediately after it is captured. The vertical image is rotated only for playback. [OnPD] is set used is not compatible with image rotation. Use the camera's bundled software instead. 112 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 113
Settings 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 114
settings, select [Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)], then press . 3 Select [OK]. Select [OK], then press to clear the camera settings. X When [Clear all camera settings] is set, the camera will be reset as shown in the table below. Shooting Settings Image Settings AF mode One-Shot AF AF - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 115
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 116
the menu. The menu for the external Speedlite will be applicable only to EX-series Speedlites whose functions can be set with the camera. Select [Flash control]. Under the [6] tab, select [Flash control], then press . X The flash control screen will appear. [Flash firing] Normally, set this to - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 117
or [External flash C.Fn setting]. For details on which external Speedlite settings the camera can set, see the compatible EX-series (such as the 580EX II) Speedlite's instruction manual. Attach the Speedlite to the camera and turn on the Speedlite. 1 Select either [External flash func. setting] or - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 118
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 surface at a perpendicular angle. Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning, the result will not improve that much - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 119
still remains, you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image to later erase the dust spots. The Dust Delete Data is used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software) to erase the dust spots automatically. Preparation Get a solid-white object (paper, etc.). Set the lens focal length to 50mm - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 120
still 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 it again. For erasing dust spots automatically with the bundled software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. The Dust Delete Data - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 121
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 122
• Opening the battery compartment cover. • Opening the card slot cover. The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. Clean the sensor with care. Use a plain blower without any brush attached. A brush can scratch the sensor. Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 123
"Basic Shooting and Image Playback" and how to view images on a TV set. You can also erase images. 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 personal computer or whose file name was changed. 123 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 124
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 Turn on the index display. During image playback, press the button. X The 4-image index display will appear. The - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 125
x Searching for Images Quickly Jump through Images (Jump display) When the card contains many images, you can browse through them by 10 or 100 images at a time. Also, if the images were shot on different days, you can browse through them by date. This browsing technique is called jump. 1 Select - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 126
button. You can turn the dial to view another image with the magnification maintained. Magnified view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. b Rotating the Image 1 Select [Rotate]. Under the [3] tab, select [Rotate], then press . 2 Select the image and - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 127
3 Auto Playback You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. Each image will be displayed for about 4 sec. 1 Select [Auto play]. Under the [3] tab, select [Auto play], then press . X The auto play screen will appear. 2 Start the auto play. X After [Loading image...] is - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 128
images on the TV screen. Turn off the camera and the television before connecting them. 1 Connect the camera to the TV. Open the camera's terminal cover. Use the video cable (provided) to connect the camera's video OUT terminal to the TV monitor's VIDEO IN terminal. Insert the cable plug all the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 129
will reappear. If you format the card, 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.130), only the protected images will - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 130
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.129) 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 131
Shooting Information Display When you press the button during single-image playback, you can switch to the shooting information display. The most detailed shooting information is shown below. Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed Protect Folder - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 132
Shooting Information Display About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution, overall brightness, and gradation. And the RGB histogram display is for checking the color saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with the [3 Histogram] menu. [ - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 133
on using your Canon camera with various printers, such as which paper types to use. http://canon.com/pictbridge/ Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (p.143) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing instructions such as the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 134
power 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 that came 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 135
sure it is fully charged. With a fully charged battery, printing up to about 6 hours is possible. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera and printer first. Hold the plug (not the cord) to pull out the cable. For direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately) to power the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 136
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 137
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 printer type or its settings. * From the Exif data, the camera name, lens name, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 138
black-and-white with true blacks. 0 Cool tone Prints in black-and-white with cool, bluish blacks. 0 Warm tone Prints in black-and-white with warm, yellowish blacks depending on the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. * The screen display may differ depending on the printer - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 139
Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the 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 size and image-recording quality, it may take some time - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 140
or what 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 141
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 142
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 143
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. ( - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 144
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print type Date File No. K Standard Prints one 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 145
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Check mark Index icon Select and order images one by one. Press the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 146
. 1 Prepare to print. See page 134. Follow the "Connecting the Camera to a Printer" procedure up to step 5. 2 Under the [3] tab 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 142. 146 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 147
called direct image transfer. Before connecting the camera to the personal computer, be sure to install the bundled software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk/CD-ROM) in the personal computer. For instructions on how to install the software, see "CD-ROM Guide." Preparation for Image Transfer 1 Connect the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 148
[EOS Utility] screen does not appear, see Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera. Pull yet been transferred to the personal computer will be selected by the camera automatically and transferred. Transfer order images You select the images and - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 149
Select & transfer d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Press the key to select images one by one to be transferred to the personal computer. To exit, press the button. Wallpaper The image you select and transfer will appear as the personal computer's wallpaper. To exit, press the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 150
all on card] and press , all your image selections for transfer will be canceled. 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 151
9 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. 151 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 152
3Setting Custom FunctionsN 1 Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Under the [7] tab, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press . Custom Function No. 2 Select the Custom Function No. Press the key to select the number of the Custom Function to be set, then press . 3 Change the setting - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 153
7 AF-assist beam firing 8 AF during Live View shooting 9 Mirror lockup C.Fn IV: Operation/Others 10 Shutter/AE lock button 11 SET button when shooting 12 LCD display when power ON 13 Add original decision data p.154 p.155 p.156 p.157 p.158 p.159 The Custom Functions whose numbers are shaded do not - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 154
set automatically within a range of 30 sec. to 1/ 200 sec. to suit the scene's brightness. 1: 1/200 sec. (fixed) The flash picture can be taken without camera shake. 154 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 155
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II: Image C.Fn-3 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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 156
the image brightness and contrast are corrected automatically. (Depending on the shooting conditions, image noise may increase.) This function will not work with manual exposures nor 1 and 1+73 images. In the Basic Zone modes, the Auto Lighting Optimizer will operate automatically. B 1: Disable 156 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 157
camera's built-in flash or by the external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite. 0: Enable 1: Disable AF-assist beam not emitted. 2: Only external flash emits If an external, EOS Enable Prevents camera vibrations caused by the reflex mirror action which can disturb shooting with super telephoto lenses or close- - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 158
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 button when shooting You can assign a frequently-used function to . When the camera is ready to shoot, you can press . 0: Normal (disabled) 1: Change - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 159
4. When the camera is ready to shoot, pressing will show the Live View image instead. C.Fn-12 LCD display when turn on the power again. This helps to save battery power. The menu screens and image playback will is original, the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 (sold separately) is required - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 160
3 Registering My MenuN For faster access, you can register up to six menus 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 Register the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 161
10 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 things. 161 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 162
Subjects in low light Extremely backlit or reflective subjects Example: Car with a reflective body, etc. When both near and far subjects are covering the AF points Example mode AF). For details, see the Extender's instruction manual. For the cases AF can fail to achieve focus with Live mode AF, see page 106 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 163
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 XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 164
Remote Control Shooting Remote Controller RC-1/RC-5 (Sold separately) Remote controller to shoot wirelessly up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. The 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-5 Remote - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 165
without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover attached to the camera strap. 1 Remove the eyecup. Push the bottom of the eyecup upward. 2 Attaching the eyepiece cover. Slide the eyepiece cover down into the eyepiece - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 166
words, it is like a highoutput 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 Only [E-TTL - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 167
to make sure it synchronizes properly with the camera. Cautions for Live View shooting A non-Canon flash will not fire during Live View shooting. If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate properly and malfunction may - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 168
Off Off / On 59 Beep On / Off 108 Shoot w/o card On / Off 108 Review time Off / 2 sec. / 4 sec. / 8 sec. / Hold 108 2 Shooting stops 80 Flash exp comp 1/3-stop increments, ±2 stops 79 Custom WB Manual setting of white balance 90 WB SHIFT/BKT WB correction: White balance - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 169
the interface language 30 Video system NTSC / PAL 128 Auto cleaning / Clean now 118 Sensor cleaning Clean manually 121 Live View function 3 (Yellow) Custom Functions (C.Fn) Customize the camera as desired 152 Clear settings Clear all camera settings / Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn) 114 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 170
Zone Creative Zone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 d s f a8 JPEG kkkkkkkkkkkk Quality RAW kkkkk RAW + JPEG kkkkk ISO speed Auto oooooookkkkk Manual kkkkk Standard o ooookkkkk Portrait o kkkkk Picture Style Landscape o kkkkk Neutral kkkkk Faithful kkkkk Monochrome kkkkk User Defined - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 171
/ Remote control k k k k k k k k k k k k 2 sec. self-timer kkkkk Continuous shots after self-timer kkkkkkkkkkkk Auto oo o o Built-in flash Manual kkkkk Flash off o o o Red-eye reduction k k k k kkkkk FE lock Flash exposure compensation Live View shooting kkkkk kkkkk - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 172
Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power The camera does not operate even when the power switch is set to . The battery is not - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 173
Troubleshooting Guide button halfway again to focus, or focus manually. (p.37, 62) Slide the card's write display may seem slow or it might look black. It will return to normal at room temperature to . (p.33) To prevent camera shake, hold the camera still and press the shutter button gently. - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 174
Troubleshooting Guide The built-in flash does not fire. If you shoot continuously with the built-in flash at short intervals, the flash might stop operating to protect the flash unit. Image Review & Operation The image cannot be erased. If the image has been erase-protected, it cannot be erased. (p. - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 175
Error code Countermeasures If there is a problem with the camera, an error message appears. Follow the onscreen instructions. To recover from the error screen, turn the power switch off and on, or remove and reinstall the battery. If error 02 (Card problem) is displayed, remove and reinstall the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 176
Lenses Bundled Accessories Eyecup Ef Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-100DB lll Semi Hard Case EH19-L Battery Pack LP-E5 Battery Grip BG-E5 Battery Charger LC-E5 or LC-E5E Battery Magazine BGM-E5L for two LP-E5 battery packs 176 Battery Magazine BGM-E5A for size-AA batteries AC Adapter Kit - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 177
Controller RC-1 Remote Controller Remote Switch RC-5 RS-60E3 EF lenses EF-S lenses Video Cable VC-100 EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Interface Cable IFC-200U Interface Cable IFC-500U Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 Card reader SD memory card PCMCIA adapter TV - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 178
• 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 22.2 mm x 14.8 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 179
(Verified by Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3) • Viewfinder Type: with EF600mm f/4L IS USM or shorter lenses) Viewfinder information: AF information (AF points, Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF) AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selection Selected AF point display: - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 180
: When focus achieved with evaluative metering and One-Shot AF Manual: By AE lock button • Shutter Type: Shutter speeds: Shutter -60E3 Remote Controller RC-1/RC-5 • Built-in Flash Type: Flash metering: Guide No.: Recycle time: Flash-ready indicator: Flash coverage: Retractable, auto pop- - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 181
53, RAW: Approx. 6, RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 4 * Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB SD memory card, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style Live View shooting (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility) Focusing: Manual focus Autofocus (Quick mode, Live mode) Metering - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 182
Camera File System (DPOF printing possible) Provided • Digital Video OUT terminal: For personal computer communication and direct printing (Hi-Speed USB) NTSC/PAL selectable • Power Source Battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 (Quantity 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 * With Battery - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 183
-charged Battery Pack LP-E5 * The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards Battery check: . 50 g / 1.8 oz. (excluding protective cover) • Battery Charger LC-E5 Compatible battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 Recharging time: Approx. 2 hours Rated input: - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 184
Specifications • Battery Charger LC-E5E Compatible battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 Power cord length: Approx. 2 m / 6.6 ft. 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 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 185
SDHC logo is a trademark. All other corporate and product names and trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. * This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard that enhances - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 186
battery pack recharging, immediately unplug the battery charger from the power outlet to stop the recharging and prevent a fire. • If the battery pack or back-up battery 1 meter away. • Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 187
-up battery can also become hot and cause skin burns. • Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 188
the equipment unless otherwise specified in the 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 digital apparatus does not exceed the Class - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 189
shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified serviceman. USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 190
MEMO 190 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 191
J Focusing Av (Aperture-priority AE 72 B Basic shooting 43 Battery J Power Battery check 28 Beeper 108 Black-and-white image 69 Bracketing 80, 93 Bulb 75 Noise reduction 155 C Camera Clear camera settings 114 Holding the camera 36 Camera shake 35 - 37, 94 Image Stabilizer 35 Card 2, 13 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 192
154 Eyepiece cover 22, 165 F Faithful 69 FE lock 89 File Capacity 64 Number 110 Size 64 File number 110 Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset Filter effect 84 Flash 58 2nd-curtain sync 116 Effective range 58 External Speedlite 117, 166 FE lock 89 Flash exposure compensation 79, 116 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 193
124 Jump 125 Magnified 126 Playback 54, 123 Protect 129 Review time 108 Rotate 126 Shooting information 131 Transfer to personal computer Low level format 41 M M (Manual exposure 75 Magnified view 98, 126 Malfunction 172 Manual exposure 75 Manual focusing 62 Maximum burst 64, 65 Memory - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 194
High ISO speed Nomenclature Camera 16 Lens 16 Mode 159 Overseas (charger 25 P P Battery check 28 Household power 163 Possible shots 28, 100 Power switch 27 Printing 133 Page layout 137 Paper 137 Print Order (DPOF 143 Printing effects 138, 140 Tilt correction 141 Trimming 141 Problem - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 195
Close-up 49 Flash off 52 Full Auto 44 Landscape 48 Manual exposure 75 Night Portrait 51 Portrait 47 Program AE 56 Shutter-priority V Viewfinder 19 Dioptric adjustment 36 Eyepiece cover 165 Viewing on TV 128 Video system (NTSC/PAL)....... 128 W WB J White balance White balance 90 - Canon EOS Rebel XSi | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 196
2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of February 2008. For information on the camera's compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CT1-1020-000 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN JAPAN
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