Just got a Canon XSi camera (cannot figure it out)

[Marcie9972]

Hi,

Is there a GREAT Starter DSLR Camera that someone would say is the Best to learn on?? And then I can go to my Canon

[Murtasma]

Read the manual and information on the exposure triangle online. You don't need to purchase another camera to learn on that would be a huge waste of money.

[autofocus]

Originally Posted by Marcie9972

Hi,

Is there a GREAT Starter DSLR Camera that someone would say is the Best to learn on?? And then I can go to my Canon

Wasn't this sufficiently answered on your last post asking the same question...the answer is still no!

[PowerPix]

.........everything about this post is just wrong.

[Jim Bryant]

Why don't you try reading the manual book that came with it. If you can't understand that, just put it on P for "Professional" like most folks.

[Raoul Isidro]

How to Use a Canon Rebel Xsi | eHow.com

Canon XSi Beginners/Help : Canon XSi | 450D Guide & FAQ | 50D Guide | Digital SLR Tutorial | Photography Guide

[inkista]

What are you having a problem learning? Maybe we can help explain it for you, or point you to some good basic material. If all the settings are a bit confusing, try starting out in full-green-box Auto, or P mode, and let the camera do most of the work.

Yes, using a dSLR is very different from using a P&S camera, and there is a steep learning curve. But most of us here would say that it's worth it.

[nickbedford]

Originally Posted by Jim Bryant

Why don't you try reading the manual book that came with it. If you can't understand that, just put it on P for "Professional" like most folks.

You'll be a professional in no time!

[Jim Bryant]

Originally Posted by nickbedford

You'll be a professional in no time!

Hahahaha, believe me...........there's plenty out there that shoot that way.

[doubleg]

I would recommend purchasing David Bush's book pertaining to your camera. He takes the users manual and breaks it down further and better explains how your camera works, and what the best settings are for a beginner. After purchasing my NIKON D60 and struggling with understanding the sometimes complicated world of a DSLR I found his book extremely helpful. Don't get discouraged, you need to use your camera every day and try it out. Here's a link to Barnes and Noble on line store. THen once you take some photos that you feel as though you could post for critic then post them on DPS. It's ok to use the programmed settings until you feel comfortable with manual settings. And don't be intimidated by some of the participants on this site who forget that they too started out learning. You'll get there.

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Dav.../9781598635782