One of the things my Dad is always calling me and asking about while he’s shooting is how he sets the camera to have more or less in focus. So, this little feature on Canon’s new 50D caught my attention far more than the new DIGIC IV processor or the 15 megapixel sensor: Creative Auto.

Basically, you put the camera into this mode and it gets really easy. Want more in focus? Slide the Background slider around. Too light? No worries, slide the exposure slider. It’s all right there, no technical terms needed. A nice new feature for Canon digital SLR cameras, for sure.