Rebel XT (350D)
You have had several years to inadvertently set something that could be causing a problem.
Instead of trying to guess what is causing the problem, you should restore the camera to Factory Settings.
Dig out your Instruction Manual and go to page 35.
Restore the camera's default settings.
Then try the camera and see if things have improved.
If not, go to page 147 and Reset All Custom Settings.
Cross your fingers and try the camera again.
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I have a canon rebel XT EOS digital camera. I love it and have taken many great pictures with it. Recently all my pictures are overexposed and my flash goes off even when it's not needed. This happens in basic and creative zones. If I take a picture in bright sunlight it will still pop up and flash. I never took a photo course, I've just read the booklet and fooled around myself to find things out. I may have inadvertantly changed a setting without knowing it. I do get a clear picture with low light but it is still a little overexposed. If I push the flash back down then take the picture than the shutter stays open for much too long. Any ideas are greatly appreciated.
Thanks, lisa-b

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