Canon XSi/450D
Soft digital images
Get sharper images with the Canon XSi/450D by finding the “sweet spot” of each lens you own. When editing, sharpening can bring out subtle detail if present in the original image.
Canon interchangeable lens designations
Understanding the Canon interchangeable lens designations can be difficult for a new Canon DSLR user. But once you do, be forewarned, you’ll get the phrase “lens envy.”
XSi flash and manual mode
Switch to Manual mode to get the best results when using the Canon XSi/450D flash.
XSi quick tips
Some things I discovered when learning to use the Canon Rebel XSi/450D.
DSLR compose then focus
Focusing first and recomposing is okay with a compact digital camera but sometimes it’s the other way around with a digital single lens reflex camera.
XSi AE/AF lock
Using AF Lock on the Canon XSi/450D can be trickier than using AE Lock.
Highlight Tone Priority
Highlight Tone Priority sounds impressive. But use it sparingly, if at all, on the Canon Rebel XSi/450D.
XSi Live View modes
Using Live View on the Canon XSi is much different than using the LCD on a compact digital camera.