Canon EOS Rebel T1i/500D For Dummies aims squarely at first-time dSLR users looking for a guide to help them better understand their camera’s controls. The book introduces users to the camera’s main functions and offers examples on how to use them to create effective digital photos. Coverage includes: Exploring the on-board controls Shooting in auto mode Using live view and playback modes Dialing in exposure and lighting controls Manipulating focus and color controls Situational shooting Getting pics onto a PC for editing Printing, posting online, and other ways to share images Part of Tens including ten editing tricks and pro functions

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New to digital SLR cameras? Relax! This book improves your dSLR skills Excited about your new camera, but a little intimidated by all its options? You’ve come to the right book! From how to change lenses and understand all the controls to usingCustom Functions and shooting Raw files, this fr (more…)

It’s obvious that the cleaner the lens, the sharper your pictures will be. Dirt, dust, and fingerprints will degrade the image quality of even the finest optics. However, it’s important to avoid using incorrect cleaning materials which can permanently damage your photo equipment. Used properly, the cleaning supplies in this kit are certified safe for use on your valuable digital and film photo-equipment and optics. The environmentally-friendly Hurricane Air Blower is a real dust-blaster. It’s nothing like those tiny blower brushes which are capable of producing only a gentle breath of air. When you squeeze this deluxe Air Blower you get a focused gust of air that really pushes the dust off. Using the blower should always be the first step in cleaning your photo equipment. Use it to remove dust and dirt from the surface of your lenses before you attempt to clean them with lens tissue. Otherwise you may find that you are grinding grit onto the delicate lens surface and m (more…)

DiCAPac is the trusted, reliable and affordable case that will convert your camera in to a waterproof and weatherproof camera in no time. No matter how messy the situation is, this JIS IPX8 approved case will protect your camera against water, sand, and dust while also allowing you to take crystal clear pictures underwater. The patented Roll & Velcro zipper closure system provides two levels of protection to keep your case completely watertight, while the clear panels and flexible material allows you to maintain complete control over all your cameras functions. It even floats when you drop it in water! This DiCAPac case is specially engineered to fit most popular SLR & DSLR cameras.

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QuickPro’s mission is to make sure SLR consumers realize the potential these cameras have by empowering them with camera and photography skills through our high-quality tutorials. –Landon Bradfield, QuickPro Sales Manager

A tutorial DVD intended to help customers unlock the true potential of their camera. This professionally scripted, hosted, and designed tutorial will effectively improve the fundamental knowledge, picture quality, and enthusiasm of the user. As of 2008, QuickPro added an extensive index system to its tutorials so users can easily locate whatever information they wish to find. QuickPro has also created fun interactive camera-body tours so the photographer can easily become familiar with the buttons and viewfinder information. Along with these great features QuickPro’s new camera guides include hundreds of professionally shot pictures.

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Canon’s new EOS Rebel T1i is packed with features, both refined and new. In addition to its admirable performance with an all-new 15.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD with anti-reflective and scratch resistant coating, and compatibility with the EOS System of lenses and Speedlites, the EOS Rebel T1i adds remarkable Full HD video capture at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080. An HDMI port allows for quick connections to high definition TVs and monitors for easy viewing of your stills and video. The entire operation is simple and easy even if you are a beginner. You’ll have uncompromised EOS Digital performance with power and flexibility right in the palm of your hand. EOS Rebel T1i Highlights New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor Canon’s CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range and offers the most pixels (more…)

Offering a comprehensive combination of speed, accuracy and image quality, the EOS-1D Mark IV is the perfect choice for professional photographers and subjects on the move. With a completely redesigned 45-point AF system including 39 cross-type points, a new AI Servo II AF focus tracking system with improved algorithm combined with 10 fps continuous shooting, the EOS-1D Mark IV can handle even high speed situations with ease. An APS-H sized 16.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, Dual DIGIC 4 image processors, a spectacular ISO range of 100-12800 (up to 102400 in H3 mode) with an advanced noise reduction system helps ensure sharp, low-noise images in even low-light situations. Add advanced Live View shooting, Full HD movie recording with selectable frame rates and manual exposure control plus a host of new features that enhance every facet of the shooting process. The EOS-1D Mark IV is the choice of professionals looking for the ultimate in SLR performance. EO (more…)

Canon’s new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and you’ll experience true digital inspiration! Canon EOS 50D Digital SLR Highlights New 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with improved noise reduction The EOS 50D features a newly-designed 15.1-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor which is capable of recording up to 4752 x 3168 pixels with full 14-bit A/D conversion for (more…)

Lightweight and affordable, the Canon EF 50mm lens–which offers a fast f/1.8 aperture–is an excellent lens for people who prefer a fixed focal length. Canon’s lightest EF lens at a mere 4.6 ounces, the lens boasts a traditional Gauss-type optical design that delivers a sharp performance even when wide open. As a result, the lens provides an image that’s extremely close to how your eye perceives a subject, making it excellent for portraits and images that require a natural depth of field. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 18 inches, helping you take extreme close-ups. Finally, the lens offers an excellent color balance. As with all Canon lenses, the lens carries a one-year warranty. Focal length: 50mm Maximum aperture: 1:1.8 Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups Diagonal angle of view: 46 degrees Focus adjustment: Overall linear extension system with Micromotor Closest focusing distance: 1.5 feet Filter size: 52mm Dimensions: (more…)

For stunning photography with point and shoot ease, look no further than Canon’s EOS Rebel XSi. The EOS Rebel XSi brings staggering technological innovation to the masses. It features Canon’s EOS Integrated Cleaning System, Live View Function, a powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, plus a new 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and is available in a kit with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens with Optical Image Stabilizer. The EOS Rebel XSi’s refined, ergonomic design includes a new 3.0-inch LCD monitor, compatibility with SD and SDHC memory cards and new accessories that enhance every aspect of the photographic experience. Canon EOS Rebel XSi Highlights New Technology for Outstanding Images 12.2-megapixel APS-C Size CMOS sensorNew Canon 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC III image processor Canon’s CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range, and offers the most pixels in its c (more…)

Smile and say – Canon EOS! This guide has everything you need to learn about Canon EOS cameras quickly. With a full- color photo insert and illustrated diagrams, this comprehensive guide fits inside a camera bag but is packed with information on every feature and setting; exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and depth of field; maximizing lighting and creating different effects; choosing the best lenses; converting RAW images, editing, printing, and much more. –The most complete and up-to-date coverage of the Canon EOS line, with a higher page count and a lower price than the competitors –Features information on the most popular Canon EOS cameras as well as basic digital photography advice –Provides information on producing the best-quality photos through digital editing –Includes a full-color insert that illustrates the capabilities of the Canon EOS line

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