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C H A P T E R
Exploring and
Setting Up
the Rebel
XSi/450D
P
rofessional photographers know that an important
first step in photography is learning the camera so
thoroughly that they can operate the camera without hesitat-
ing or hunting for controls. By knowing the camera and lens
controls well, you can make adjustments instinctively and
confidently without missing a shot.
The simple design of the Rebel XSi/450D makes mastering it
both easy and fun; yet despite the simplicity, the camera offers
full-function features for exceptional creative control. Internally,
Canon’s 12.2-megapixel CMOS (complementary metal-oxide
semiconductor) sensor, DIGIC III Image Processor, and 14-bit
analog-to-digital conversion deliver dependably vivid, crisp
images, especially at the highest image-quality settings.
Anatomy of the Rebel
XSi/450D
Many of the Rebel XSi/450D’s controls are within a finger’s
reach for quick adjustment as you’re shooting. Less frequently
used functions are accessible only via the menus. The follow-
ing sections help you to explore and master the XSi/450D
controls.
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In This Chapter
Anatomy of the Rebel
XSi/450D
Setting up the Rebel
XSi/450D
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