Introduction to the Canon T1I / 500D, Vol. 1: Basic Controls

by Blue Crane Digital

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002FCG5MS
• Item model number: zBC124
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 30, 2009

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Introduction to the Canon Rebel T1i / EOS 500D, vol. 1:  Basic Controls Training DVD
Take great pictures with your Canon Rebel T1i / 500D!  All you need is this training DVD and less than 90-minutes and you will have the knowledge and the confidence to create the images you want.  The topics are arranged in chapters so you can move at your own pace and revisit individual subjects.

Discover the settings that have the most impact on your shooting

Topics include:

• Creative auto
• Shutter-priority AE
• Aperture-priority AE
• Depth of field / DOF preview
• Focus alternatives
• Metering
• White balance/Color temperature
• Playback and image review
• Live View shooting
• Shooting video
• Exposure compensation
• Flash basics
• Custom functions introduction
• Shooting settings screen
• Quick control screens
• Composition
• Self timer
• Picture styles
• Menu functions
• And much more!

Learn how to capture the best images in a variety of settings

The Canon Rebel T1i/500D is a powerful camera.  A solid understanding of its features and controls can really unleash your potential.  Once you learn how the camera components work together you will have all the tools you need to capture the best images under a variety of conditions.

This DVD is intended for photographers moving up to a digital SLR from a point-and-shoot camera or for new Rebel T1i/500D owners who would like a basic introduction to the camera and an overview of the most important controls. 


Format:  NTSC video, All Regions
Running time: 85 minutes

Product Description

Take great pictures with your Canon Rebel T1i / 500D.All you need is this training DVD and about ninety minutes, and you will have the knowledge and the confidence to create the images you want. The topics are arranged in chapters, so you can move at your own pace, and return later to individual subjects. The Canon Rebel T1i / 500D is a powerful camera. A solid understanding of its features and controls can really unleash your potential. Once you learn how the camera components work together, you will have all the tools you need to capture the best images under all conditions. This DVD is intended for photographers moving up to a digital SLR from a point-and-shoot camera, or new Rebel T1i / 500D owners who would like a basic introduction to the camera and an overview of the most important controls. NTSC: All Regions. Running time: 85 minutes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great way to learn to use all the features of you camera, November 16, 2009

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Carol "kepela" (Chatsworth, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to the Canon T1I / 500D, Vol. 1: Basic Controls (DVD)

I read the manual, but I guess I must have missed a few things, cause this video showed me stuff I didn't even know the camera had. It shows you how to use the most basic features and how they differ from others. I wouldn't say this is for the professional photographer, but for the average user, I'm pretty sure that this video is going to show you things about your camera that you didn't know before.
It's extremely easy to follow. You'll want to watch it with your camera in hand and the remote to the DVD player in hand to stop the video OFTEN and try what you've just seem.
It's a really nice addition to the camera and I'm glad I got it. After watching it twice, I'm starting to use the camera in ways I never really thought I would; making more manual choices, cause I now understand why you might want to.
I highly recommend it to the newer users of DSLRs and think that most people with any DSLR will find it useful.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Canon EOS500D / T1i / Kiss X3 Training film, November 27, 2009

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Mr. D. Nicholson (Málaga, España) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Introduction to the Canon T1I / 500D, Vol. 1: Basic Controls (DVD)

This DVD does not replace the owners manual for this amazing camera, what it does is quickly teaches you how to drive it. I starts at basics but even experienced photographers will apreciate the insight that you get from using this DVD. The more advanced / New features of this camera are well covered to the extent that a point and shoot camera owner can proceed to fully use this versatile tool.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Video!, April 14, 2010

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R. Leviton "Rodster" (Yerevan, Armenia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to the Canon T1I / 500D, Vol. 1: Basic Controls (DVD)

Just what I needed because I am new to the world of DSLR photography. This should have come with the camera itself! Step by step instructions on how to use your camera.

I have already placed my order for Part 2.

Buy this DVD, you will not regret it!