One more thing. I just downloaded the 5D Mk III manual and on page 203 it speaks of Final Image Simulation (page 202 speaks of Exposure Simulation). On page 203 down below it says "Exposure (with [Expo. simulation: Enable]) and page 207 shows how to...
I can only speak for the T3i, but mine does what you are asking for. It does it in M mode with the ISO set to a value (not automatic). I can sit here at my computer in live view and see the image on the LCD lighten or darken as I change settings,...
On both the 300D and the 350D, settings 2 should have the CLEAR settings option. Also, the users manual for the 300D shows only four tabs as you've described while the 350D has five tabs. In either case the Settings 2 option has the clear option. P...
Couple of good answers so far, but there is one more thing. Check what your Mode Dial switch is set to. Several of those positions do not allow for pop up just like you're describing. Select the P mode and then try the button for flash pop up. Phi...