177, System Map | Canon EOS 450D specification

System Map

Remote	Remote
Controller	Controller	Remote Switch
RC-1	RC-5	RS-60E3

EF lenses

EF-S lenses

Video Cable
VC-100			TV/Video
			TV/Video
EOS DIGITAL	EOS DIGITAL
Solution Disk	Software Instruction
	Manuals Disk	PictBridge-compatible printer
Interface Cable
IFC-200U
Interface Cable IFC-500U
			Personal
		USB port	computer
			Windows Vista
			Windows XP
Original Data			Windows 2000
Original Data			Mac OS X
Security Kit	Card reader	PC card slot	Mac OS X
Security Kit
OSK-E3
OSK-E3
SD memory card	PCMCIA adapter

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EOS 450D specifications

The Canon EOS 450D, also known as the Rebel XSi in North America, is a DSLR that made its debut in early 2008. Positioned as an entry-level digital SLR, the EOS 450D was designed to cater to both photography enthusiasts and beginners looking to elevate their skills.

One of the standout features of the Canon EOS 450D is its 12.2-megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS sensor, which provides an impressive resolution for capturing high-quality images. This sensor allows photographers to print large formats and crop images significantly without losing detail. Coupled with Canon’s DIGIC III image processor, the camera delivers excellent performance in terms of image quality, noise reduction, and overall responsiveness.

The camera offers a robust ISO range of 100 to 1600, expandable to 3200, allowing for flexibility in various lighting conditions. Its nine autofocus points provide fast and accurate focusing, essential for capturing action shots and ensuring sharp images. The 450D also features a 3-inch LCD monitor, which is user-friendly and allows for easy navigation through menus and settings.

In terms of shooting capabilities, the EOS 450D supports continuous shooting at around 3.5 frames per second, making it suitable for capturing dynamic scenes. Additionally, the camera includes a variety of picture styles, enabling users to customize their images based on the desired effect.

For those interested in advanced photography techniques, the EOS 450D includes a range of exposure modes, including manual, aperture priority, shutter priority, and program mode. The camera also features built-in digital photo features such as automatic exposure compensation, which helps in achieving optimal results.

The build quality of the 450D is commendable for its class, featuring a comfortable grip and lightweight polycarbonate body, which enhances portability. Moreover, the camera supports a wide range of interchangeable lenses, allowing users to explore different photography styles and subjects.

Overall, the Canon EOS 450D stands out for its combination of user-friendly features, image quality, and solid performance. It remains a popular choice for amateur photographers looking to grow their skills and experience the world of DSLR photography. With its blend of technology and practicality, the EOS 450D has cemented its place in the hearts of many photography enthusiasts.

Contents

English Copyrights Test the Camera Before Using and Liability Be careful not to lose any of the above items Item Check ListCamera Pocket Guide Icons in this Manual Conventions Used in this ManualBasic Assumptions Indicates the Main Dial Chapters Contents Advanced Shooting Techniques More Advanced TechniquesLive View Shooting Image Playback Handy Features107 123 Reference 161 Customizing the Camera 151 Contents at a Glance Focusing PlaybackPrinting Camera Care Handling Precautions LCD Monitor CardsLens Electrical Contacts Insert the battery. p.26 Set the power switch toQuick Start Guide Auto. p.44 Set the Mode Dial to 1 FullFocus the subject. p.37 Take the picture. p.37 EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is lens Nomenclature Dioptric adjustment knob p.36 Shutter speed Shooting Settings Display Viewfinder Information Creative Zone Mode DialAE p.76 Basic Zone Battery Charger LC-E5E Battery Charger LC-E5 Attaching the Strap Getting Started Remove the protective cover Attach the battery Recharging the BatteryRecharge the battery. For LC-E5 As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely Purchase a new battery Tips for Using the Battery and Charger Installing and Removing the Battery Turning on the Power About the Automatic Self-Cleaning SensorAbout Auto Power Off Checking the Battery Level Battery LifeTemperature Shooting Conditions Display the menu 3Setting the Date and TimeUnder the 6 tab, select Date/ Time Set the date and time 3Selecting the Interface Language Under the 6 tab, select LanguageSelect the desired language Installing the Card Open the cover Installing and Removing the CardInsert the Card Captured image is recorded onto the card sold separately Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover Removing the CardRemove the card Mounting and Detaching a Lens On the lens, set the focus mode switch to AF autofocusMounting a Lens Remove the caps Attach the lens To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers About ZoomingTurn the lens until it stops, then detach it Image Conversion Factor About the Lens Image Stabilizer Set the is switch toPress the shutter button halfway Take the picture Holding the Camera Basic Operation Pressing halfway Shutter ButtonPressing completely This releases the shutter and takes the picture Menu Operations and Settings Basic Zone Mode Menu ScreenCreative Zone Mode Menu Screen Select the setting Menu Setting Procedure Display the menuSet the desired setting Select a tab Select Format 3Formatting the CardFormat the card Under the 5 tab, select Format, then press About Low-level Formatting Switching the LCD Monitor Screen Shooting SettingsMenus Captured Image Zone About the Auto Lighting OptimizerFull Auto 1Fully Automatic Shooting Set the Mode Dial toAim any AF point over Subject Sometimes multiple AF points flash simultaneously Although it is daylight, the flash popped upLow light, the built-in flash fired a series of flashes 1Full Auto Techniques Recomposing the ShotShooting a Moving Subject Shooting Tips 2Shooting PortraitsUse a telephoto lens Focus the face 3Shooting Landscapes With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle endShooting night scenes Use a simple background 4Shooting Close-upsSimple background makes the flower, etc., stand out better Move to the subject as close as possible Use the center AF point to focus 5Shooting Moving Subjects Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod 6Shooting Portraits at Night Taking portraits without flash 7Disabling Flash Press the YiQ button Select the self-timer Using the Self-timer10-sec. self-timer Remote control can also be used. p.164 XImage Playback Playback the imageSelect the image Advanced Shooting Techniques Changing the ISO speed and using the built-in flash Set the Mode Dial to d Take the pictureProgram AE Program can be shifted. Program shift Press the Z button Changing the ISO SpeedNSelect the ISO speed ISO Speed Guide Using the Built-in Flash Press the D buttonEffective Flash Range If the subject is far away, increase the ISO speed 3Using Red-eye ReductionThis will increase the flash range Bright light, decrease the ISO speed Select the AF mode Changing the AF ModeNPress the ZE button SSelecting the AF PointN Press the S buttonSelect the AF point Set the lens focus mode switch to Manual FocusingFocus by turning the lens focusing Ring until the subject looks sharp Press the YiQ button Select IContinuous ShootingNPress the U key to select i, then press For still subjects Select Quality 3Setting the Image-recording QualitySelect the image-recording quality Quality Pixels File Size Possible Maximum What’s the difference between 7and 8? When do I use the 1 mode? About 1+73 About Press the XA button ASelecting a Picture StyleNSelect a Picture Style Picture Style Effects Faithful NeutralMonochrome For black-and-white images About the Main Dial Pointer More Advanced Techniques Set the Mode Dial to s Set the desired shutter speed Action ShotsAbout the Shutter Speed Display How to blur a flowing river or water fountain Using the built-in flashTo freeze the action or moving subject Use a fast shutter speed such as 1/500 sec. to 1/4000 sec Set the Mode Dial to f Set the desired aperture Changing the Depth of FieldAbout the Aperture Display Changing the Depth of Field Depth-of-Field PreviewN Manual Exposure Set the Mode Dial to aSet the exposure and take the picture Bulb Exposures Automatic Depth-of-Field AE Set the Mode Dial to Focus the subject Select the metering mode QChanging the Metering ModeNPress the WQ button Setting Exposure Compensation Setting Exposure CompensationNMaking it brighter Making it darker Select Flash exp comp YFlash Exposure CompensationNSet the exposure compensation amount Under the 2 tab, select Flash exp comp, then press Select AEB 3Auto Exposure BracketingNSet the AEB amount Under the 2 tab, select AEB, then press Using AEB with continuous shooting Canceling AEBUsing AEB with u single shooting Using AEB with exposure compensation Select Picture Style ACustomizing the Picture StyleNSelect a parameter Set the parameter Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image Parameter Settings and EffectsSaturation Image’s color saturation can be adjusted Color tone Skin tones can be adjusted Filter Effect Monochrome AdjustmentToning Effect Filter Sample Effects Select User Def ARegistering the Picture StyleNPress Select the base Picture Style ARegistering the Picture StyleN 3Setting the Color SpaceN Select Color spaceAbout Adobe RGB AAE LockN Focus, then press the a buttonRecompose and take the picture AE Lock Effects AFE LockN Press the D button to pop-up the built-in flashFocus the subject Press the a button Press the B button Setting the White BalanceNSelect the white balance OCustom White Balance Import the white balance data Select Custom WBSelect the custom white balance Press the B button Press the U key to select O, then press 3White Balance CorrectionN White Balance CorrectionSet the white balance correction White Balance Auto Bracketing Set the white balance bracketing amountBracketing Sequence Using the self-timer l with mirror lockup Remote control shootingPreventing Camera ShakeN About Remote Live View Shooting Live View Shooting Select Live View function settings Set the shooting modePreparing for Live View ShootingN Select Live View shootPage Move the focusing frame to Focusing ManuallyNPosition where you want to focus Magnify the image ShootingN About the Shooting SettingsCheck the exposure Exit Live View shooting 100 Battery Life with Live View Shooting 101 About the Information Display Using AF to FocusN Fn-8-1 Quick mode102 103 Return to the Live View image display and shoot Fn-8-2 Live mode Set to Live mode and the lens focus mode switch to f104 105 About the AF point with Live mode 106 107 Handy Features 3Setting the Image Review Time Handy Features3Silencing the Beeper 3Card Reminder Setting the Auto Power-off Time 3Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness109 3File Numbering Methods 110File numbering after replacing the card Card -1Card 111 112 3Auto Image RotationOnD Personal computer BChecking Camera Function Settings Settings Display113 Select Clear settings 3Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsNSelect the desired setting Select OK 3Preventing the LCD Monitor from Turning off Automatically 3Changing the Shooting Settings Screen ColorSelect LCD auto off Select Screen color 3Flash ControlN Built-in flash func. settingSelect Flash control Flash firing Setting the External Speedlites External flash func. setting External flash C.Fn setting117 Cleaning the Sensor Now 3Automatic Sensor CleaningSelect Clean nowf Disabling Automatic Sensor Cleaning Preparation 3Appending Dust Delete DataNObtain the Dust Delete Data Select Dust Delete Data 119 About the Dust Delete Data 120Select OK, and the menu will reappear Select Sensor cleaning 3Manual Sensor CleaningNSelect Clean manually End the cleaning 122 About images taken with another camera 123 XSearching for Images Quickly HDisplay Multiple Images on One Screen Index display124 Select the jump method Jump through Images Jump displayBrowse by jumping 125 BRotating the Image YMagnified ViewSelect Rotate Select the image and rotate it Select Auto play 3Auto PlaybackStart the auto play Stop the auto play Viewing the Images on TV Connect the camera to the TV128 Select Protect images 3Protecting ImagesProtect the image 129 Erase the image LErasing Images3Checkmarking X Images to be Erased in a Batch 3Erasing All Images in the Card Shooting Information Display 131About the Highlight Alert About the Histogram 132Brightness Display RGB Display 133 Printing p.134Digital Print Order Format Dpof p.143 134 Preparing to PrintWhile you look at the LCD monitor Some printers may make a beeping sound Press the x button 135Icon will appear on the upper left to To a printer WPrinting Select Paper settingsSelect the image to be printed 136 YSetting the Paper Type QSetting the Paper SizeUSetting the Page Layout 137 138 Set the printing effects Set the date and file number imprinting Start printing139 140 EAdjustment of Printing Effects Set the trimming frame size, position, and proportion Trimming the ImagePress 0 to exit the trimming 141 142 Handling Printer Errors Error Messages Select Set up Setting the Printing Options Select Print orderDigital Print Order Format Dpof Set the options as desired Exit the setting 144Press the 7 button 145 Print Ordering WDirect Printing with Dpof Set the Paper settings. p.136Prepare to print Under the 3 tab, select Print order Select Print 147 DTransferring Images to a Personal Computer 148 Transferring Images to a Personal ComputerNew images Transfer order images Select Transfer order 3Selecting the Images to be TransferredSelect Sel.Image 149 Select the image to be transferred 150About All image Customizing Camera Change the setting as desired 3Setting Custom FunctionsNSelect Custom Functions C.Fn Select the Custom Function No 153 Custom Functions 3Custom Function SettingsN Fn I Exposure154 155 Fn II ImageOff Auto Off Disable Enable Disable156 Disable Quick mode p.102 Live mode p.104 Enable DisableFn III Auto focus/Drive 157 158 Fn IV Operation/Others Retain power OFF status 159Display My Menu settings Select My Menu settings3Registering My MenuN Select Register Reference When Autofocus Fails Subjects difficult to focus162 Connect the power cord Using a Household Power OutletConnect the DC Coupler DR-E5 Insert the DC Coupler Remote Controller RC-1/RC-5 Sold separately Remote Control ShootingRemote Switch RS-60E3 Sold separately 164 Remove the eyecup Using the Eyepiece CoverAttaching the eyepiece cover 165 EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlites External Speedlites166 Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation Canon Speedlites other than the EX-series Using Non-Canon Flash Units167 Sync Speed 168 Menu Settings1Shooting 1 Red 2Shooting 2 Red 5Set-up 1 Yellow 1696Set-up 2 Yellow 7Set-up 3 Yellow 170 Function Availability Table AEB 171 Battery becomes exhausted quickly Troubleshooting Guide172 Camera turns off by itself 173 Built-in flash does not fire 174Image cannot be erased Shooting date and time displayed is incorrect 175 Error Codes System Map AccessoriesBundled 176 System Map 177 178 Specifications 179 ViewfinderAutofocus Exposure Control 180Shutter Built-in Flash External Speedlite 181Drive System Live View Functions 182 Battery Pack LP-E5 Dimensions and WeightBattery Charger LC-E5 183 Battery Charger LC-E5E 184EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is 185 Trademarks 186 Safety Warnings Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage 187 European Union and EEA only 188 189 Index 190 Image sensor 191 192 DEP 193 194 195 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