Any Canon Rebel xsi users????

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  1. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Just bought a new camera. I've never had any formal photography lessons. I'm going to have to figure it out by pushing buttons.
     
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  2. KatrinaMiller

    KatrinaMiller Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I am looking at purchasing either a Canon or a Nikon DSLR, so I will be going through the same thing very soon! Good luck, and I can't wait to see some gorgeous pictures!
     
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    I have a 2 year old Rebel XTI 10Mp digital SLR
    I learn something new every time I use it!
     
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    Do you have an iPhone? If so nikon makes a free app that has tons of tutorials
     
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    I shot the Canon Rebel line for a few years. If you have any questions just ask.
     
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    I actually have that same camera. I like it a lot, but am still getting to know how to use it. I have found that the custom white balance has come in quite handy, especially when shooting blue corals or fish. It allows you to get the true color of the coral. I also recommend using the manual mode the "M" on the wheel so you can set your own white balance, ISO and shutter speed etc.
     
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    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    What are you using to set your white balance? I've been learning pretty quickly. Definitely in manual mode. Anyone can use auto modes;D
     
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    I use either a white part of the sand or find a white plastic lid or something similar and hold it in the water. You can achieve different white balances by the angle you hold the lid at and the depth.
     
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    You just need the center circle in the view finder to be the color you want to use.
     
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