Canon EOS 1500D User manual

Troubleshooting Steps
A.Images seem to be out of focus.
Solution:
1.Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press fully down to click, also make sure the AF
switch position is at AF on the lens.
2.Make sure you are the distance to achieve the focus, very close to subject while in zoom in position
may lead to hunting of focus.
B.Images not very impressive in dark situations.
Solution:
1.In low light the shutter value goes down to adjust the exposure when you are using mode other than
M & Tv where the adjustment is pre decided.
2.You can also adjust the brightness towards '+' through exposure compensation in applicable modes.
3. Make sure that the shooting stability is maintained either handheld or by use of tripod.
- Understand the logic of 1/Focal length
- Example : For 18-55mm lens, use at least 1/15s shutter speed while using 18mm and at
least 1/60s when you have zoomed in the lens.

C.Subject still dark with above consideration.
Solution:
1.Use all steps of 'B'
2.Increase ISO as well in that case.
D.Pictures look Grainy - Pixelated and full of colorful dots on the images.
Solution:
1.Set the resolution to highest/recording pixels/Image Size to 'L'.
2.Reduce ISO while maintain shooting etiquettes with due consideration for requisite light.
E.Image Quality does not Impress
Solution:
1.Quality is very subjective, it could be dealt by gaining basic understanding of Photography
fundamentals 2.It is an Ideal package for beginners who want to start the photography journey with
interchangeable lens camera system.
3.Easy preset option in basic modes as per type of photography can be a easy way to embark the
photography journey.