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Canon EOS Rebel XSi User Manual

Canon EOS Rebel XSi
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Introduction
Contents at
a Glance
Downloading
Images
Camera
Settings
Remote
Shooting
Reference
Preferences
Index
Communication Software for the Camera
EOS Utility
Ver. 2.9
Instruction Manual
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O Content of this Instruction Manual
O EU is used for EOS Utility.
O Camera model is displayed as an icon.
Example: EOS-1D Mark IV
O displays the relevant camera model.
O
In this manual, the windows used in the examples
are from Windows Vista.
O The selection sequence of menus is displayed in
procedures.
(Example: Select the [Window] menu
[Main Window].)
O Square brackets are used to indicate items such as
menu names, button names and window names
that appear on the computer screen.
O Text inside < > indicates a camera switch name or
icon, or a keyboard key name.
O ** indicates a reference page.
Click to move to the relevant page.
O
: Marks information that should be read before use.
O
: Marks additional information you may find helpful.
1D Mk IV
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Canon EOS Rebel XSi Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.2 MP
Camera typeSLR Camera Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size- \
Supported aspect ratios3:2
Maximum image resolution4272 x 2848 pixels
Still image resolution(s)2256 x 1504, 3088 x 2056, 4272 x 2848
MeteringEV 0-20
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Power source7.4 V, DC
Power supply typeAC
Camera shutter speed1/60 - 1/4000 s
Compatible operating systems-
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)- mm
Filter size58 mm
Digital zoom- x
FocusTTL
Auto focusing (AF) modesCentre weighted Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Flexible Spot Auto Focus, Monitoring Auto Focus, Multi Point Auto Focus, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance0.25 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted
ISO sensitivity100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, Auto
Light exposure modesaperture priority AE, auto
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Manual
Flash recharging time3 s
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC
Maximum video resolution- pixels
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
Magnification0.87 x
Scene modesPortrait, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effectsNeutral
Start-up time100 ms
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorSilver
Battery typeLP-E5
Battery capacity1080 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)600 shots
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 85 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth61.9 mm
Width128.8 mm
Height97.5 mm
Weight475 g

Summary

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Introduction to EOS Utility

Main Features of EU

Overview of the primary functionalities of EOS Utility software.

System Requirements

Details the necessary hardware and software specifications for running EOS Utility.

Supported Camera

Lists the camera models compatible with EOS Utility.

Downloading Images to Your Computer

Connecting the Camera and Computer

Steps to physically link the camera and computer using the interface cable.

Starting up EU

Instructions for launching the EOS Utility software.

Batch Downloading Images to Your Computer

Procedure to download all images from the camera memory at once.

Downloading Selected Images to Your Computer

Process to select and download specific images from the camera.

Downloading Images with a Card Reader

Methods for downloading images using a third-party card reader.

Exiting EU

Steps to close the EOS Utility application.

Setting the Camera from Your Computer

Setting the Camera Owner's Name, Copyright Notice and Date/Time

How to set camera owner, copyright, and date/time via EU.

Available Settings by Camera Model

Lists settings configurable by camera model using EOS Utility.

Setting Picture Styles and Applying to the Camera

How to select and apply Picture Styles to the camera.

Registering Personal White Balance in the Camera

Registering saved white balance files as personal white balances on the camera.

Setting My Menu and Registering to the Camera

Customizing the camera's My Menu with frequently used functions.

Remote Shooting by Controlling the Camera from Your Computer

Remote Live View Shooting

Controlling the camera and shooting still images remotely via EU.

Focusing Manually

How to manually focus while viewing the live image.

Focusing Using AF

Using autofocus modes in Quick, Live, and Face Detection Live AF.

Checking the Depth of Field and Exposure

How to check depth of field and exposure during remote shooting.

Adjusting the Horizontal/Vertical Alignment of the Camera

Using gridlines to align camera horizontally and vertically.

Shooting Movies

Controlling movie shooting remotely via EU.

Timer-controlled Shooting

Setting up automatic shots at specified intervals or counts.

Flash Shooting

Setting camera and flash functions for flash photography.

Preferences

Basic Settings

Configuring EU startup behavior and auto power off function.

Destination Folder

Specifying the save location for downloaded or remotely shot images.

File Name

Customizing naming rules for downloaded or remotely shot image files.

Download Images

Selecting image download behavior when starting the download process.

Remote Shooting

Setting preferences for operations during remote shooting.

Linked Software

Selecting software to launch automatically after image download or remote shooting.

Reference

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common issues and problems with EOS Utility operation.

Uninstalling the Software

Steps to properly remove EOS Utility from the computer.

Fixing the Plug to the Camera

Instructions for securing the USB cable to prevent detachment during shooting.

List of Main Window Functions

Explanations of the functions available in the main EU window tabs.

List of Viewer Window Functions

Details on the elements and functions within the image viewer window.

List of Capture Window Functions

Explanations of the various controls and displays within the capture window.

Function for Use with the Accessories

Function for Use with Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3

Starting up the OSK-E3 software from EU.

Picture Style Editor

Starting up the Picture Style Editor software from EU.

Index

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