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- Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL E E INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 2
camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they come out. You can the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to the personal computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. Copyrights - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 3
this booklet) (2) Pocket Guide Quick start guide to shooting. (3) CD-ROM Guide Guide to the bundled software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) and Software Instruction Manual. * Battery Charger LC-E5 or LC-E5E is provided. (The LC-E5E comes with a power cord.) If you purchased the Lens Kit, check that the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 4
prevent shooting 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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 6
Contents 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 7
the Image-recording Quality 64 Selecting a Picture Style 67 4 More Advanced Techniques 69 Action Shots ...70 Changing the Depth of Field 72 Manual Exposure 75 Automatic Depth-of-Field AE 76 Changing the Metering Mode 77 Setting Exposure Compensation 78 Auto Exposure Bracketing 80 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 8
Features 108 Silencing the Beeper 108 Card Reminder 108 Setting the Image Review Time 108 Setting the Auto Power-off Time 109 Setting the Control 116 Automatic Sensor Cleaning 118 Appending Dust Delete Data 119 Manual Sensor Cleaning 121 7 Image Playback 123 Searching for Images - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 9
Reference 161 When Autofocus Fails 162 Using a Household Power Outlet 163 Remote Control Shooting 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 11
Focusing Change the point of focus Shoot a moving subject Îp.61 (S AF point selection) 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 important images from accidental deletion Delete - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 12
physical shock. The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a well-wrung wet cloth - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 13
Handling Precautions LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there might be a few dead pixels among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc., are not a malfunction. They do - Canon 2756B003 | 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 15
Quick Start Guide 6 Set the Mode Dial to (Full Auto). (p.44) All the necessary camera 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 LCD monitor. - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 16
Nomenclature The names in bold indicate the parts explained up until the "Basic Shooting and Image Playback" section. Mode Dial (p.20) Power switch (p.27) ISO speed set button (p.57) Main Dial (p.4) Shutter button (p.37) Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp (p.59/53) Remote control sensor (p. - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 17
Nomenclature Eyecup (p.165) Viewfinder eyepiece Display-off sensor (p.115) Shooting settings display/ Trimming orientation button (p.42,113/141) Menu button (p.38) Dioptric adjustment knob (p.36) Aperture/Exposure compensation button (p.75/78) AE lock/ FE lock button/ Index/ - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 18
during WB bracketing Self-timer countdown Bulb exposure time AF mode (p.60) 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 metering e Center-weighted average metering The display will show only the settings - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 19
Viewfinder Information Spot metering circle Focusing screen Nomenclature AF point display indicator < > AF points ISO speed AE lock/ AEB in-progress Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning High-speed sync (FP flash) FE lock/ FEB in-progress Flash exposure compensation Shutter - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 21
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 2756B003 | 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 slack and make sure the strap will not loosen from the buckle. The eyepiece cover is - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 23
1 Getting Started This chapter explains preliminary steps and basic camera operations. 23 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 24
Recharging 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 25
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. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D 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 battery contacts. Insert the battery until - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 27
and take a picture. If you turn on/off the power switch / at a 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 28
Turning on the Power Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to , the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels: z : Battery level OK. x : Battery level is slightly down, but adequate power remains. c : Battery will be exhausted soon. n : Battery must be recharged. - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 29
3 Setting the Date and Time When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time has been reset, the Date/Time setting screen will appear. Follow steps 3 and 4 to set the date/time. Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based on this Date/Time setting. Be sure to - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 32
Installing and Removing the Card Removing the Card Access lamp 1 Open the cover. Set the power switch to . Check that "Recording..." is not displayed on the LCD monitor. Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover. 2 Remove the card. Gently push in the card, then let go. The card - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 33
EF lens mount index EF lens mount index. 3 On the lens, set the 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 at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause loss - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 34
Mounting and Detaching a Lens About Zooming Detaching the Lens To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers. If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zoom ring after achieving focus may throw off the focus slightly. While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 35
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, the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens switches the IS mode automatically. 35 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 36
Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity Turn the dioptric adjustment knob. Turn the knob left or right so that the nine AF points in the viewfinder look sharp. If the camera's dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types, sold - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 37
Basic Operation Shutter Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Pressing halfway This activates autofocusing and automatic exposure metering that sets the shutter speed and aperture. The exposure - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 38
Menu Operations and Settings By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set 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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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. If necessary, - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 42
Switching the LCD Monitor Screen The LCD monitor can display the shooting settings screen, menu screen, image, etc. Shooting Settings Displayed when the camera is turned on. When your eye nears the viewfinder eyepiece, the display-off sensor turns off the LCD monitor automatically. This prevents the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 43
2 Basic Shooting and Image Playback This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on 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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 45
subject in focus. Pressing the shutter button halfway will 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 . Although it is daylight, the flash popped up. For a backlit subject, the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 46
1 Full Auto Techniques Recomposing the Shot Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective. In the (Full Auto) mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked. You can - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 48
3 Shooting Landscapes Use the (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, or to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also become more vivid and sharp than with (Full Auto). Shooting Tips With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end. When using a zoom lens, use the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 49
4 Shooting Close-ups When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macro lens (sold separately). Shooting Tips Use a simple background. A simple background makes the flower, etc., stand out better. Move to - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 50
5 Shooting Moving Subjects To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving 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 to focus. Aim the center AF point - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 51
6 Shooting Portraits at Night To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the (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. Use a tripod to prevent - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 52
7 Disabling Flash In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for candlelight scenes when you want to obtain the candlelight effect. Shooting Tips If the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks, take care to prevent camera shake. Under - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 55
3 Advanced Shooting Techniques In the Basic Zone modes, to prevent spoiled shots, most functions are set automatically and 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 56
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 Take the picture. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus. X The exposure setting (shutter - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 58
Using the Built-in Flash In indoors, low light, or backlit conditions, just pop-up the built-in flash and press the shutter button to take flash pictures. In the mode, the shutter speed (1/60 sec. - 1/200 sec.) will be set automatically to prevent camera shake. 1 Press the button. In - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 60
E: Changing the AF ModeN You can change the AF mode to suit different subjects such as group photos, animals, and sports. 1 Press the button. X [AF mode] will appear. 2 Select the AF mode. Press the key to select the AF mode, then press . 3 Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 61
S Selecting the AF PointN In 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 62
AF point to focus. If the subject moves away from 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 . 2 Focus the subject. Focus by turning the lens focusing ring until the subject - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 63
i Continuous ShootingN You can shoot up to about 3.5 shots per sec. This is effective for shooting your child running toward you and capturing the different facial expressions. 1 Press the button. 2 Select . Press the key to select , then press . 3 Take the picture. The camera - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 64
modes, 1 and 1+73 will not be displayed as an option. Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings Quality Pixels File Size Possible (Approx. MB .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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 65
3 Setting the Image-recording Quality FAQ I want to select the quality matching the paper size for printing. Paper size A3 (42x29.7cm/16.5x11.7in.) 73 A4 (29.7x21cm/ 83 11.7x8.3in.) 74 1 1+73 76 84 86 Refer to the diagram on the left when choosing the image-recording quality. If you - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 66
3 Setting the Image-recording Quality About 1 1 is the raw data before it is 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, they also offer flexibility for image adjustments possible only with 1. - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 68
A Selecting a Picture StyleN S Neutral This is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer. When the subject is captured under a color temperature of - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 71
s: Action Shots Shooting Tips To freeze the action or moving subject. Use a fast shutter speed such as 1/500 sec. to 1/4000 sec. To blur a running child or animal giving the impression of fast movement. Use a medium shutter speed such as 1/30 sec. to 1/250 sec. Follow the moving subject through the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 72
f: Changing the Depth of Field To obtain a blurry background or to make everything near and far look sharp, set the Mode Dial to (Aperture-priority AE) to adjust the depth of field (range of acceptable focus). * stands for Aperture value which is the size of the diaphragm hole inside the - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 73
f: Changing the Depth of Field Shooting Tips When using a high aperture, note that camera shake can occur in low light scenes. A higher aperture will make the shutter speed slower. Under low light, the shutter speed can be as long as 30 sec. In such cases, increase the ISO speed and hold the camera - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 74
f: Changing the Depth of Field Using the Built-in Flash To obtain a correct flash exposure, the flash output will be set to match the set aperture (autoflash exposure). The shutter speed will set automatically between 30 sec. - 1/200 sec. to suit the scene's brightness. In low light, the main - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 77
q Changing the Metering ModeN The metering mode is the method of measuring the brightness of the subject. Normally, evaluative metering is recommended. 1 Press the button. X [Metering mode] will appear. 2 Select the metering mode. Press the key to select the metering mode, then press . q - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 78
Setting Exposure CompensationN Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure set by the camera. You can make the image look brighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). This feature can be used in the Creative Zone modes (except ). The exposure compensation setting - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 84
A Customizing the 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. Filter Effect With a filter effect applied to a monochrome image, you can make white clouds or - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 87
file name will start with "_MG_" (first character is an underscore). The ICC profile is not appended. The ICC profile is explained in the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 87 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 94
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 [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] and setting [Mirror - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 95
connect the 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 in the CD-ROM. 95 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 modes. 2 Select [Live View function settings]. Under the [6] tab, select [Live View function settings], then - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 97
Preparing for Live View ShootingN During Live View shooting, do not point the camera toward the sun. The sun's heat can damage the camera's internal components. Live View shooting will disable a few Custom Function settings. (p.153) Under low light or bright light conditions, the Live View image - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 99
. Press 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 100
or TS-E lens. Doing so can cause irregular or unintended exposures. FE lock and modeling flash (with an external Speedlite) cannot be used. A non-Canon flash will not fire. A grid can be displayed. Under [6 Live View function settings], set [Grid display] to [On]. You can change the metering timer - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 101
ShootingN About the Information Display Each time you press the button, the information display will change. Drive mode White balance Picture Style Image-recording quality Live View exposure simulation AE lock Shutter speed Flash-ready Aperture Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Focusing frame - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 103
Using AF to FocusN 3 Focus the subject. Aim the selected 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. 4 Return to the Live View image - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 106
Using AF to FocusN With Live mode, AF can fail to achieve focus in the following cases: Low-contrast subject such as a blue sky and solid-color surfaces. Subjects in low light. Stripes and other patterns where there is contrast only in the horizontal direction. Under a light source whose brightness, - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 107
6 Handy Features Silencing the Beeper (p.108) Card Reminder (p.108) Setting the Image Review Time (p.108) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.109) Setting the LCD Monitor Flash Control (p.116) Automatic Sensor Cleaning (p.118) Appending Dust Delete Data (p.119) Manual Sensor Cleaning (p.121) 107 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 108
no card installed and you press the shutter button, "Card" will be displayed in the viewfinder, and you cannot release the shutter. 3 Setting the Image Review Time How long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture can be set. If [Off] is set, the image - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 109
screen displayed, press the key to adjust the brightness, then press . When checking the exposure of an image, prevent the ambient light from affecting the reviewed image. Also, setting the LCD monitor brightness at the center of the adjustment scale is recommended. 109 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 112
on the personal computer. [Off] : The vertical 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, but the image does not rotate during playback - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 113
Handy Features B Checking Camera Function 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 shutter button - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 114
Handy Features 3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN This is for reverting all the camera's shooting settings and Custom Functions to the default settings. This works in the and other Creative Zone modes. 1 Select [Clear settings]. Under the [7] tab, select [Clear settings], then - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 116
3 Flash ControlN The built-in flash and external Speedlite can also be set with 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 . - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 117
]. 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 [External flash C.Fn setting - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 118
3 Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to or , the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not be aware of this operation. However, you can execute the sensor cleaning at anytime as well as - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 119
3 Appending Dust Delete DataN Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 120
important shoot, you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. For erasing dust spots automatically with the bundled software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. The Dust Delete Data appended to the image is so small that it hardly affects the image file size. Be sure - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 121
not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a blower, etc. The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. If the sensor needs to be cleaned directly, having it done by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the lens from - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 122
3 Manual Sensor CleaningN While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutter - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 123
7 Image Playback This chapter explains features related to viewing images. Learn more about image playback as discussed in chapter 2 "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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 128
Viewing the Images on TV With the video cable provided with the camera, you can connect the camera to a TV set and view 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 ( - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 129
3 Protecting Images Protecting the image prevents it from being erased accidentally. 1 Select [Protect images]. Under the [3] tab, select [Protect images], then press . X The protect setting screen will appear. Image protect icon 2 Protect the image. Press the key to select the image to be - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 133
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 image selection, quantity to print, etc - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 134
at the LCD monitor. Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 Set the camera's 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 135
the interface cable provided. If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the printer. To find out what's wrong, do the following: Press the button to playback . For direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately) to power the camera is recommended. 135 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 137
loaded 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 The print 2, 4, 8, 9, 16, or 20 images on one sheet. 20-upc 35-upp On A4 or Letter size paper, 20 or 35 thumbnails of the images ordered through - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 138
enables finer printing adjustments than with "Natural." EDefault The printing will differ depending on the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. * The screen display may differ depending on the printer. * When you change the printing effects, it is reflected in the image - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 142
resume printing but it does not resume, operate the buttons on the printer to resume printing. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Error Messages If a problem occurs during printing, an error message will appear on the camera's LCD monitor. Press to stop printing. After fixing the - Canon 2756B003 | 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. (They cannot be set individually for each image.) Setting the Printing Options 1 Select [Print order]. X Under the [3] tab, select [Print - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 144
and photofinishers might not be able to print the images as you specified. If this happens with your printer, refer 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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 button to display the three-image view. To return to the singleimage display, press the button. After completing the print order, - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 146
light if it is imprinted on a bright background or on the border. Under [Adjust levels], [Manual] cannot be selected. If you stopped the printing and want to resume printing the remaining images, select was low when the printing was stopped. If a problem occurs during printing, see page 142. 146 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 147
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 camera to the personal computer. Turn off the camera's power switch before - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 148
a Personal Computer Shooting will be disabled while the direct transfer screen is displayed. If the [EOS Utility] screen does not appear, see Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera. Pull out the cable by grasping the plug (instead of the cord - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 150
d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer About [All image] 3 Select the image to be transferred. Press the key to select an image, then press the key to place a checkmark on the upper left. Repeat this step for all the images you want to transfer. You can select up to 998 images to - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 153
3Setting Custom FunctionsN Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure 1 Exposure level increments 2 Flash sync. speed in Av mode C.Fn II: Image 3 Long exposure noise reduction 4 High ISO speed noise reduction 5 Highlight tone priority 6 Auto Lighting Optimizer C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive 7 AF-assist beam - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 154
3 Custom Function SettingsN Custom Functions are organized into four groups based on the function type: C.Fn I: Exposure, C.Fn II: Image, C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive, C.Fn IV: Operation/Others. C.Fn I: Exposure C.Fn-1 Exposure level increments 0: 1/3-stop 1: 1/2-stop Sets 1/2-stop increments for the - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 157
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive C.Fn-7 AF-assist beam firing The AF-assist beam can be emitted by the 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- - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 158
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn IV: Operation/Others C.Fn-10 Shutter/AE lock button 0: AF/AE lock 1: AE lock/AF Convenient when you want to focus and meter separately. Press the button to autofocus and press the shutter button halfway to attain AE lock. 2: AF/AF lock, no AE lock In the AI Servo - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 159
appended with the verification data is displayed (p.131), the icon will appear. To verify whether the image is original, the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 (sold separately) is required. The images are not compatible with the image encryption/decryption features of Original Data Security - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 162
recomposing. (p.46) (2) Set the lens focus mode switch to and focus manually. If an Extender (sold separately) is attached and the maximum aperture of the lens is 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 163
Using 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 - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 165
Remote Control Shooting Using the Eyepiece Cover If you take a picture 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 166
camera. In other 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 167
AE and shoot. When using a Speedlite which has manual flash mode, shoot in the manual flash mode. With an EX-series Speedlite set to TTL autoflash with the flash's Custom Function, the flash will fire at full output only. Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The camera can synchronize with - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 169
Settings 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow) page Auto power off 30 sec. / 1min. / 2 min. / 4 min. / 8 min. / 15 min. / Off 109 File numbering Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset 110 Auto rotate On PD / On D / Off 112 Format Initialize and erase data in the card 40 LCD auto off Enabled / Disabled - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 173
Troubleshooting Guide Shooting No images can be shot or recorded. The card is not in the viewfinder blinks, a picture cannot be taken. Press the shutter button halfway again to focus, or focus manually. (p.37, 62) Slide the card's write-protect switch to the Write/Erase setting. The LCD monitor does - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 175
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) resolve the problem. If the same error keeps occurring, there may be a problem. Write down the error code and consult your nearest Canon Service Center. - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 176
-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 ACK-E5 DC Coupler DR-E5 Car Battery Charger CBC-E5 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 177
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/Video PictBridge-compatible printer USB - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 178
the image sensor, non-removable (1) Automatic sensor cleaning (2) Manual cleaning of sensor (3) Dust Delete Data appended to the size: File numbering: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 JPEG, RAW (14-bit Canon original) Provided (1) Large/Fine : Approx. 4.3 MB (4272 x 2848 pixels) (2) - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 179
verification data: Provided (Verified by Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3) • Viewfinder Type: Eye-level pentamirror -Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF) AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selection Selected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility) Focusing: Manual focus Autofocus (Quick mode, Live mode) Metering modes: Evaluative - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 182
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 Grip BG-E5, size-AA batteries can be used 182 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 183
Specifications Battery life: [Number of shots • approx.] Temperature Shooting Conditions No Flash 50% Flash Use At 23°C / 73°F 600 500 At 0°C / 32°F 500 400 * With fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E5 * The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 184
. 200 g / 7.1 oz. Hood: EW-60C Case: LP814 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. 184 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 185
countries. The 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 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 186
not to get burned in the process. • Prevent any battery leakage from contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing, flush the affected area with lots of clean water without rubbing it. See a physician - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 187
is attached to a tripod. Doing so may cause injury. Also 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 not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center. 187 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 188
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 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 the Industry Canada. When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK- - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 189
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 INSTRUCTION Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified serviceman. USA and Canada - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 190
MEMO 190 - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 191
Index A Access lamp 32 A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE)..........76 Adobe RGB 87 AE lock 88 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)....80 AF J Focusing AI Focus AF 60 Angle of view 34 Aperture-priority AE 72 Auto Lighting Optimizer 156 Auto playback 127 Auto power off 27, 109 Auto rotate of - Canon 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | 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 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 194
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 172 Program AE 56 Program shift 56 Protect (image erase-protection).. 129 R RAW 64, 66 RAW+JPEG 64, 66 Recharge 24 Red-eye reduction - Canon 2756B003 | EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D Instruction Manual - Page 195
information display.........131 Shooting mode 20 A-DEP 76 Aperture-priority AE 72 Close-up 49 Flash off 52 Full Auto 44 Landscape 48 Manual exposure 75 Night Portrait 51 Portrait 47 Program AE 56 Shutter-priority AE 70 Sports 50 Shutter button 37 Shutter-priority AE 70 Simultaneous - Canon 2756B003 | 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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