Canon 450D User Manual

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1
CHAPTER
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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Canon 450D Specifications

General

Sensor Type	CMOS
ISO Range	100-1600
Autofocus Points	9
LCD Screen Size	3.0 inches
Viewfinder Type	Optical
Continuous Shooting Speed	3.5 fps
Video Recording	No
Storage Type	SD/SDHC
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion LP-E5
Camera Type	DSLR
Image Stabilization	No
Lens Mount	Canon EF/EF-S
Shutter Speed	30-1/4000 sec
LCD Resolution	230, 000 dots
Built-in Flash	Yes
Weight	475 g (body only)
Image Processor	DIGIC III
Viewfinder Coverage	95%
Dimensions	129 x 98 x 62 mm
Sensor Resolution	12.2 Megapixel
Sensor Size	22.2 x 14.8 mm