Canon T1i introduction

The Canon EOS T1i like all digital rebels prior, is a highly capable DSLR. The important thing to remember is a DSLR is not an upgraded point and shoot. Unlike compact point and shoots, one must understand what they are doing when using a digital SLR. Shooting in the automatic modes is just a waste of your purchase.

The Canon EOS T1i Specifications:

Sensor:
15.1 million effective pixels
15.5 million total pixels
22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor
Built-in low-pass filter with self cleaning unit and anti-dust sensor coating
ISO 100 – 12,800

Autofocus:
EOS T1i auto focus is identical to the Canon XSi / 450D
9-point CMOS sensor
F5.6 cross-type at center, extra sensitivity at F2.8
AF working range: -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°C, ISO 100)
Predictive AF up to 10 m

The Canon T1i is capable of taking up to 3.4 photos per second, with a buffer that will slow down that rate once you have taken 9 photos in RAW format or over 100 photos when shooting in JPEG format.

In order to use your new Canon EOS T1i you will need to begin understanding the different modes on the dial located on top of your camera. You will learn to avoid the “auto modes” those with the icons such as a green box, portrait, landscape mountain, etc… these modes are useless and will hold you back.

You need to learn to use Av mode which is aperture priority. Beginning with aperture priority, you will begin to unlock your camera and master your photography.