After shooting, playback and check whether the image has been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Item Check List Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Camera (with eyecup, body cap, and battery compartment cap) Wide Strap L6 Cable Protector EOS DIGITAL (with attaching Solution Disk screw, p.26)
Conventions Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual <6> : Indicates the Main Dial. <5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial. <9> : Indicates the Multi-controller. <0> : Indicates the setting button. 9, 8 : Indicates that the respective function remains active for 6 sec.
Chapters Introduction Camera basics. Getting Started Image Settings Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc. Setting the AF and Drive Modes Setting the AF mode, AF point, and drive mode. Exposure Control Metering mode, shooting mode, flash, and other settings. Live View shooting Shoot photos while viewing the LCD monitor.
Contents Introduction Item Check List... 3 Conventions Used in this Manual ... 4 Chapters ... 5 Index to Features ... 10 Handling Precautions ... 12 Quick Start Guide ... 14 Nomenclature ... 16 Getting Started Charging the Battery ... 28 Installing and Removing the Battery...
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A Registering a Picture Style...70 Setting the White Balance...72 O Custom White Balance...73 P Setting the Color Temperature...78 u White Balance Correction ...79 White Balance Auto Bracketing ...80 Auto Lighting Optimizer...81 Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction ...82 Creating and Selecting a Folder...84 Changing the File Name ...86 File Numbering Methods ...88 Setting Copyright Information...90...
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Contents Live View Shooting z Preparing for Live View Shooting ... 126 z Live View Shooting ... 127 Shooting Function Settings ... 129 Menu Function Settings... 130 Using AF to Focus ... 131 Focusing Manually... 138 Shooting Movies k Preparing to Shoot Movies ... 142 k Shooting Movies...
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Sensor Cleaning f Automatic Sensor Cleaning ...184 Appending Dust Delete Data...185 Manual Sensor Cleaning...187 Printing Images Preparing to Print ...190 wPrinting...192 Trimming the Image ...197 W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) ...199 Direct Printing with DPOF ...202 Customizing the Camera Setting Custom Functions ...204 Custom Functions ...205 Custom Function Settings ...208...
Index to Features Power Battery • Charging • Calibration • Battery check • Battery information Power outlet Auto power off Lens Attaching/Detaching Basic Settings (Menu Functions) Menus Language Date/Time LCD brightness adjustment Beeper Release shutter without card Clear camera settings Recording Images Format Select card...
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Drive Drive modes Maximum burst Self-timer Shooting Program AE Shutter-priority AE Aperture-priority AE Manual exposure Bulb Mirror lockup Depth-of-field preview Exposure adjustment Exposure compensation AE lock Safety shift Flash External flash Flash control Flash Custom Functions Live View shooting Still photo shooting •...
The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
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LCD Panel and LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there might be a few dead pixels among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc., are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded.
Quick Start Guide Install the battery. Take off the cap and insert a fully- charged battery. To charge the battery, see page 28. Attach the lens. (p.39) Align it with the red dot. Set the lens focus mode switch to <AF>. (p.39) Insert the card.
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Shooting will be possible with either a CF card or SD card in the camera. To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.156). To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.179). Set the camera to the default settings.
Nomenclature Viewfinder Information Center spot metering circle Focusing screen <i> ISO speed icon <q> Metering mode <q> Manual exposure <w> AE lock AEB in-progress Multi-spot metering <D> Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning <e> High-speed sync (FP flash) <r> FE lock FEB in-progress AF point selection mode AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
Top LCD Panel Shutter speed Bulb (buLb) Bulb exposure time (min.:sec.) FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Error (Err) Sensor cleaning (CLn) ISO speed - - - - Dust Delete Data acquisition ( Shooting mode d : Program AE f : Aperture-priority AE a : Manual exposure s : Shutter-priority AE ISO speed...
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Nomenclature Rear LCD Panel External media selection icon* SD card indicator SD card selection icon CF card indicator CF card selection icon Image size Large Medium1 5 Medium2 Small 1 RAW K1 Medium RAW 61 Small RAW Wired LAN connection* Wireless LAN connection* *1: Displayed when Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II A/B/C/D or WFT-E2/E2A is used.
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Shooting Settings Display ISO speed Shutter speed BULB: Bulb Shooting mode d : Program AE f : Aperture-priority a : Manual exposure s : Shutter-priority Metering mode q Evaluative metering w Partial metering r Spot metering e Center-weighted average metering Drive mode Single shooting o High-speed...
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Nomenclature Battery Pack LP-E4 Lock lever Contacts Battery release handle Protective cover Handle end Contact end...
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Battery Charger LC-E4 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E4 (p.28). Battery pack slot Power cord socket Protective covers (2) Calibration (Discharge) status indicator/ Performance check lamp Charge lamp Calibration/Performance check button Car battery cable socket Power cord Nomenclature Charge level/...
Nomenclature Attaching the Neck Strap and Hand Strap Using the Cable Protector Strap Hand strap (Sold separately) After attaching the strap, pull it at the buckle to take up the slack and to make sure it does not loosen. Cable Protector HDMI cable (Sold separately) System extension terminal Interface cable...
Getting Started This chapter explains preliminary steps and basic camera operations. Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it quickly in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.
Charging the Battery Connect the charger to a power outlet. Connect the power plug to a power outlet, and connect the power cord to the charger. When no battery is attached, all the indicator lamps will be off. Remove the protective covers from the charger and battery.
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Tips for Using the Battery and Charger Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used. Even during storage, a charged battery will gradually discharge and lose its power. After recharging the battery, detach it and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Charging the Battery Use the Car’s Cigarette Lighter Socket to Recharge the Battery With Car Battery Cable CB-570 (sold separately), you can connect the charger’s car battery cable socket (<DC IN> terminal) to your car’s cigarette lighter socket. When recharging the battery this way, be sure that the car’s engine is running.
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CHARGE> lamp) and the battery cannot be recharged. The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E4. Battery Pack LP-E4 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with a non-Canon battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable.
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Insert a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E4 into the camera. Removing the Battery If the battery’s rubber lining (to repel water) is not clean, use a moist cotton swab to wipe it clean. Remove the battery compartment cap.
Using a Household Power Outlet (Sold separately) With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. The DC Coupler is not water-resistant, so do not get it wet when using it outdoors.
Turning on the Power Power/Quick Control Dial Switch About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor About Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after approx. 1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway (p.41). You can change the auto power-off time with the menu’s [5 Auto power off] setting (p.52).
Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels: Battery Life Temperature At 23°C / 73°F Possible shots The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E4, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera &...
Installing and Removing the Card The camera can use a CF card and SD card. Images can be recorded when at least one card is installed in the camera. If both card slots have a card, you can select which card to record images with or record the same images simultaneously on both cards (p.56, 57).
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Shots remaining Card selection icon Card selection icon CF card indicator SD card indicator SDHC memory cards can be used with the camera. Although the thickness is different between the two types of CF (CompactFlash) cards, either one can be inserted into the camera.
Installing and Removing the Card Removing the Card The access lamp lights or blinks while data is being transferred to the card and when data is being recorded, read, or erased on the card. While the access lamp is lit or blinking, never do any of the following.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Detaching the Lens Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause loss of vision. The camera cannot be used with EF-S lenses. Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.
Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens Eg (sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera Horizontal shooting 1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly. 2.
Shutter Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Preventing Camera Shake Camera movement during the moment of exposure is called camera shake. Camera shake can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake, note the following: •...
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Basic Operation Making Selections with the Main Dial Operating the Multi-controller You can use <9> to set menu options (except [3 Erase images] and [5 Format]) (p.45). After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial. When you press a button, its function remains selected for 6 seconds (9).
Making Selections with the Quick Control Dial Before using the < > dial, set the power switch to <J>. You can do step (1) even when the power switch is set to <1>. Vertical Shooting The camera bottom has vertical-grip buttons and a dial (p.16, 17). After pressing a button, turn the <5>...
Menu Operations You can set various settings with the menus such as the beeper, date/ time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M> button on the camera back and the <6> < <M> button LCD monitor 4 Playback 2 3 Playback 1 2 Shooting 2 1 Shooting 1...
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Menu Setting Procedure The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen. You can use <9> to set menu options (except [3 Erase images] and [5 Format]). Display the menu. Press the <M>...
Menu Settings 1 Shooting 1 (Red) White balance Custom WB registration Manual registration of white balance data WB SHIFT/BKT Color space Picture Style Peripheral illumination correction 2 Shooting 2 (Red) JPEG quality Image size Review time Beep Release shutter without card Dust Delete Data External Speedlite control...
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4 Playback 2 (Blue) Highlight alert AF point display Histogram Enlarge display Image jump w/6 Slide show 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow) Auto power off Record func+media/ folder sel. File numbering File name setting Auto rotate Format 6 Set-up 2 (Yellow) LCD brightness Date/Time LanguageK...
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Menu Settings 7 Set-up 3 (Yellow) Save/load settings on media Regist/apply basic settings Clear all camera settings Copyright information Sensor cleaning Firmware Ver. WFT settings 8 Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure C.Fn II: Image/Flash exposure/Display C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive C.Fn IV: Operation/Others Clear all Custom Functions (C.Fn) C.Fn setting register/...
Before You Start 3 Setting the Interface Language 3 Setting the Date and Time Check if the camera’s date and time are set correctly. If necessary, set the correct date and time. It is important to set the correct date/time because it will be recorded together with each captured image.
Before You Start 3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or personal computer, formatting the card with the camera is recommended. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased.
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When the card is formatted or data is erased, only the file management information is changed. The actual data is not completely erased. Be aware of this when selling or discarding the card. When discarding the card, execute low-level formatting or destroy the card physically to prevent the data from being leaked.
Before You Start 3 Set the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a certain time of non-operation. You can change this auto power-off time. If you do not want the camera to turn off automatically, set this to [Off]. After the power turns off, you can turn on the camera again by pressing the shutter button or other button.
3 Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to the default. Shooting Settings Shooting mode d (Program AE) AF mode One-Shot AF AF point Automatic selection q (Evaluative Metering mode metering) Drive mode u (Single shooting)
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Before You Start Camera Settings Auto power off Beep Release shutter without card Review time Highlight alert AF point display Registered AF point Histogram Enlarge display Image jump w/6 Auto rotate Slide show LCD brightness Date/Time Language Video system Basic settings My Menu settings Display from My Menu...
Image Settings This chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, lens peripheral illumination correction, etc.
Selecting the Card to Record or Playback This Instruction Manual assumes that a CF card or SD card is in the camera. When an external media is used via the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II A/B/C/D or WFT-E2/E2A (both sold separately), the <u>...
3 Recording Method with Two Cards Inserted If both the CF card and SD card are inserted into the camera, you can set the recording method for the cards. Standard Images will be recorded to the card selected with the procedure on the preceding page.
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Selecting the Card to Record or Playback When [Auto switch media] is set, the card for recording will switch from f to g to u. When [Rec. separately] or [Rec. to multiple] is set, the image will be recorded under the same file number to both the CF and SD cards. Also, the top LCD panel and viewfinder will display the number of possible shots of the card having the lower number.
Setting the Image-recording Quality You can set the image size (recorded pixels), image type (JPEG or RAW), and JPEG quality (compression rate). Selecting the Image Size 3/4/5/6 will record the image as a JPEG image. In the 1/K1/ 61 mode, the image will require processing with the software provided.
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Setting the Image-recording Quality Using the Menu Screen to Set the Image Size Image Size Setting Examples 3 only If [–] is set for both RAW and JPEG, 3 will be set. If [Record func.] is set to [Rec. separately] (p.57), the setting screen will be different.
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61+6 Figures for the file size, possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting are based on Canon’s 4GB testing card and Canon’s testing standards (JPEG quality 8, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style). These figures will vary depending on the subject, card brand, ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom Functions, and other settings.
Setting the Image-recording Quality About RAW A RAW image is the raw data output by the image sensor, converted to digital data and recorded on the card as is. You can select from 1, K1, or 61 (Commonly referred as RAW in this manual). With RAW images, you can use the provided software to make various adjustments as desired and then generate a JPEG, TIFF, etc., image.
3 Setting the JPEG Quality (Compression Rate) The recording quality (compression rate) can be set for each image size 3/4/5/6. The higher the recording quality, the fewer the number of possible shots will be. On the other hand, the lower the recording quality, the higher the number of possible shots will be.
Z: Setting the ISO Speed Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. ISO Speed Guide (No flash) ISO Speed 100 - 400 400 - 1600 Overcast skies or evening time 1600 - 12800, H1, H2, H3 If [8C.Fn II -3: Highlight tone priority] is set to [1: Enable], the settable ISO speed range will be ISO 200 - 12800 (p.215).
About “A” (Auto) ISO Speed Default ISO Speed Shooting Mode ISO 100 - 12800 d/s/f/a Bulb Fixed at ISO 400 With flash Fixed at ISO 400* * If the shooting mode is <d> and bounce flash is set with an external Speedlite, ISO 400-1600 will be set automatically.
A Selecting a Picture Style By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject. You can also use the [1 Picture Style] menu to select the Picture Style. Picture Style Effects P Standard The image looks vivid, sharp, and crisp.
S Neutral This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. When the subject is captured under a daylight color temperature of 5200K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to match the subject’s color.
A Customizing a Picture Style You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see the next page. Parameter Settings and Effects g Sharpness h Contrast i Saturation j Color tone...
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By selecting [Default set.] in step 3, you can revert the respective Picture Style to its default parameter settings. To shoot with the Picture Style you modified, follow step 2 on the preceding page to select the modified Picture Style and then shoot. Monochrome Adjustment For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast].
A Registering a Picture Style You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User Def. 2], or [User Def. 3]. You can create Picture Styles whose parameter settings such as for sharpness and contrast are different.
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If a Picture Style has already been registered under [User Def. *], changing the base Picture Style in step 4 will nullify the parameter settings of the registered Picture Style. To shoot with the registered Picture Style, follow step 2 on the preceding page to select [User Def.
To the human eye, a white object looks white regardless of the type of lighting. With a digital camera, the color temperature is adjusted with software to make the white areas look white. This adjustment serves as the basis for the color correction.
O Custom White Balance Custom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy. Up to five Custom white balance data can be registered to the camera. You can also append a name (caption) to the registered Custom white balance data.
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O Custom White Balance Spot metering circle Custom WB data can also be registered as follows: 1. Press the <B> button and turn the <5> dial to select <O> (p.72). 2. Then turn the <6> dial to select the No. under which the Custom WB is to be registered.
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Register image on card First follow step 4 under “Capture and register the image” (p.73, 74) to take a picture of a plain, white object. This image saved in the card can then be registered for Custom WB. The procedure up to step 2 is the same as with “Capture and register the image”.
O Custom White Balance 3 Selecting and Shooting with the Custom WB data Registered image You can also select the Custom WB No. while looking at the rear LCD panel. Press the <B> button and turn the <5> dial to select <O>. Then turn the <6>...
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Entering a name which indicates the Custom WB’s place or light source type makes it convenient. Select [Edit caption]. Turn the <5> dial to select [Edit caption], then press <0>. Enter any name. Press the <H> button, and the text palette will be highlighted in a color frame and text can be entered.
P Setting the Color Temperature You can set the white balance’s color temperature numerically in Kelvin. This is for advanced users. When setting the color temperature for an artificial light source, set white balance correction (magenta or green) as necessary. If you want to set <P>...
u White Balance Correction You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature conversion filter or color compensating filter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. This is for advanced users who are familiar with using color temperature conversion or color compensating filters.
u White Balance Correction White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color balance can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temperature of the current white balance setting, the image will be bracketed with a blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias.
Auto Lighting Optimizer If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. With JPEG images, the correction is done when the image is captured. Setting information is appended to RAW images and automatic correction is possible with Digital Photo Professional (provided software).
Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction Due to the lens characteristics, the four corners of the picture might look darker. This is called lens light fall-off or drop in peripheral illumination. With JPEG images, the correction is done when the image is captured. Setting information is appended to RAW images and automatic correction is possible with Digital Photo Professional (provided software).
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About the Lens Correction Data The camera already contains lens peripheral illumination correction data for approx. 25 lenses. In step 2, if you select [Enable], the peripheral light correction will be applied automatically for any lens whose correction data has been registered in the camera. With EOS Utility (provided software), you can check which lenses have their correction data registered in the camera.
Creating and Selecting a Folder You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved. This is optional since a folder will be created automatically for saving captured images. Create a Folder Select [Record func+media/folder sel.].
Selecting a Folder Lowest file number Number of images in folder Folder name Highest file number About Folders As with “100EOS1D” for example, the folder name starts with three digits (folder number) followed by five alphanumeric characters. A folder can contain up to 9999 images (file No.
Changing the File Name The file name has four alphanumeric characters followed by a four-digit image number (p.88) and extension. The first four alphanumeric characters are set upon factory shipment and unique to the camera. However, you can change it. With “User setting1,”...
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Settings About User setting2 When you select the “*** + image size” registered with User setting2 and take pictures, the image size character will be automatically appended as the file name’s fourth character from the left. The meaning of the image size characters is as follows: “*** L”...
File Numbering Methods The four-digit file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in one folder. You can change how the file number is assigned. Continuous Continues the file numbering sequence even after the card is replaced or a new folder is created.
Auto Reset The file numbering restarts from 0001 each time the card is replaced or a new folder is created. Even after you replace the card, create a folder, or switch the target card (such as f → g), the file numbering continues in sequence from 0001 for the images saved.
Setting Copyright Information When you set the copyright information, it will be appended to the image as Exif information. You can check the entered copyright information with the camera. Select [Copyright information]. Under the [7] tab, select [Copyright information], then press <0>. Select the desired option.
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Checking the Copyright Information Deleting the Copyright Information When you select [Delete copyright information] in step 2 on the preceding page, you can delete the [Author] and [Copyright] information. You can also enter the copyright information with EOS Utility (provided software).
Setting the Color Space The color space refers to the range of reproducible colors. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB. For normal shooting, sRGB is recommended. About Adobe RGB This color space is mainly used for commercial printing and other industrial uses.
Setting the AF and You can also select the AF mode and drive mode best matching the shooting conditions and subject. <f> stands for auto focus. <g> stands for manual focus. Drive Modes The Area AF frame has 45 AF points (39 high-precision cross- type points and 6 AF points).
E: Selecting the AF Mode Select the AF mode suiting the shooting conditions or subject. On the lens, set the focus mode switch to <AF>. Press the <o> button. Select the AF mode. While looking at the top LCD panel, turn the <6>...
One-Shot AF for Still Subjects AF point Focus confirmation light If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will blink. If this occurs, a picture cannot be taken even if the shutter button is pressed completely. Recompose the picture and try to focus again.
E: Selecting the AF Mode AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects Focus Tracking with AI Servo AF If the subject approaches or retreats from the camera at a constant rate, the camera tracks the subject and predicts the focusing distance immediately before the picture is taken.
S Selecting the AF Point Select one of the 45 AF points to autofocus. Manual selection enables you to select one of the 45 AF points. And automatic selection has the camera automatically select one of the 45 AF points. Automatic selection: Manual selection : SEL...
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S Selecting the AF Point Selecting with the Dial With [8C.Fn III -10: Selectable AF point], the selectable AF points can be limited to 19 or 11 AF points or to the inner or outer 9 AF points (p.223). With [8C.Fn III -8: AF expansion w/selected pt], you can change the AF expansion to the left/right AF points, surrounding AF points, or all 45 AF points (p.222).
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Maximum f/stop: Up to f/2.8 With the 39 AF points indicated by , high-precision, [Manual selection] cross-type AF (both horizontal- and vertical-line sensitive) is possible during manual AF point selection. The cross-type sensors’ vertical-line sensitivity is approx. two times higher than their horizontal-line sensitivity.
When Autofocus Fails Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: Subjects difficult to focus Very low-contrast subjects (Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.) Subjects in very low light Extremely backlit or reflective subjects (Example: Car with a highly reflective body, etc.) Near and far subjects covered by an AF point...
R: Selecting the Drive Mode u : Single shooting When you press the shutter button completely, one shot will be taken. o : High-speed continuous shooting (Max. 10 shots per sec.) p : Low-speed continuous shooting (Max. 3 shots per sec.) In the o and p modes, the camera will shoot continuously while you hold down the shutter button completely.
j Using the Self-timer If you will not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter button, close the eyepiece shutter before shooting (p.117). If stray light enters the viewfinder when the picture is taken, it may throw off the exposure. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer.
Exposure Control Select the shooting mode to suit the subject or shooting objective. You can set the shutter speed and/or aperture to obtain the exposure you want. Also, with an EX-series Speedlite, you can take flash pictures as easily as shooting without flash. First set the power switch to <J>.
q Selecting the Metering Mode You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. q Evaluative metering This is a general-purpose metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene. w Partial metering Effective when the background is much brighter than the subject due to backlighting, etc.
Multi-Spot Metering With multiple spot meter readings, you can see the relative exposure levels of multiple areas in the picture and set the exposure to obtain the desired result. Set the metering mode to r spot metering. Press the <I> button. Aim the spot metering circle over the area where you want a relative exposure reading, then press the <I>...
d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE. * <d> stands for Program. * AE stands for Auto Exposure. Set the shooting mode to <d>. Press the <W> button and turn the <6/5>...
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If the “30"” shutter speed and the maximum aperture blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO speed or use flash. If the “8000” shutter speed and the minimum aperture blink, it indicates overexposure. Lower the ISO speed or use an ND filter (sold separately) to reduce the amount of light entering the lens.
s: Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the correct exposure suiting the brightness of the subject. This is called shutter-priority AE. A faster shutter speed can freeze the action or moving subject. Or a slower shutter speed can create a blurred effect, giving the impression of motion.
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Shutter Speed Display The shutter speeds from “8000” to “4” indicate the denominator of the fractional shutter speed. For example, “125” indicates 1/125 sec. Also, “0"5” indicates 0.5 sec. and “15"” is 15 sec. s: Shutter-Priority AE If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure.
f: Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the correct exposure suiting the subject brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE. A higher f/ number (smaller aperture hole) will make more of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus.
Aperture Display The higher the f/number, the smaller the aperture opening will be. The apertures displayed will differ depending on the lens. If no lens is attached to the camera, “00” will be displayed for the aperture. Depth-of-Field Preview A higher f/number will make more of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus.
a: Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a commercially-available exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * <a>...
O Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation can increase (brighter) or decrease (darker) the standard exposure set by the camera. You can set the exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Exposure compensation can be set in the <d/s/f> shooting modes. Increased exposure Decreased exposure If [8C.Fn II -4: Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.81) is set to a setting other...
h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive shots. This is called AEB. * AEB stands for Auto Exposure Bracketing. Standard Decreased Increased...
A AE Lock Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the same exposure setting. Press the <A> button to lock the exposure, then recompose and take the shot.
Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter button. This is called bulb exposure. Use bulb exposures for night scenes, fireworks, the heavens, and other subjects requiring long exposures.
Using the Eyepiece Shutter Connecting the Remote Switch You can connect Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) or any EOS accessory equipped with an N3-type terminal to the camera and shoot with it. To operate the accessory, refer to its instruction manual. If you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure.
2 Mirror Lockup Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations (mirror shock) can also help when you use a super telephoto lens or shoot close ups (macro photography). When [8C.Fn III -17: Mirror lockup] is set to [1: Enable] or [2: Enable: Down with SET] (p.226), shooting with mirror lockup is possible.
D Flash Photography EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlites An EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) makes flash photography as easy as shooting without flash. For detailed instructions, see the EX-series Speedlite’s instruction manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features of EX-series Speedlites.
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Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The camera can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/300 sec. or 1/250 sec. or slower. With large studio flash units, since the flash duration is longer than compact flash units, set the sync speed within 1/125 sec.
Setting the Flash When an EX-series Speedlite (such as the 580EX II, 430EX II, and 270EX) settable by the camera is attached, you can use the camera’s menu screen to set the Speedlite’s flash function settings and Custom Functions. First attach the Speedlite to the camera and turn on the Speedlite.
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3 Setting the Flash Functions settable under [Flash function settings] On the screen, the settable functions and what’s displayed will differ depending on the Speedlite, current flash mode, flash Custom Function settings, etc. To see which functions your Speedlite provides, refer to the Speedlite’s instruction manual.
While the flash output is changed automatically, three flash shots are taken. For details, see the instructions for FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) in your Speedlite’s instruction manual. Flash exposure compensation The same setting as “Flash exposure compensation” on page 119 can be done.
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3 Setting the Flash Flash C.Fn Settings Select [Flash C.Fn settings]. Turn the <5> dial to select [Flash C.Fn settings], then press <0>. Set the flash function. Turn the <5> dial to select the function number, then set the function. The procedure is the same as setting the camera’s Custom Functions (p.204).
Live View Shooting You can shoot while viewing the image on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting.” Live View shooting is effective for still subjects which do not move. If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images.
z Preparing for Live View Shooting This sets the camera for Live View shooting of still photos. To shoot movies, see page 141. Select [Live View/Movie func. set.]. Under the [6] tab, select [Live View/ Movie func. set.], then press <0>. Select [LV z/k set.].
z Live View Shooting During Live View shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun’s heat can damage the camera’s internal components. Cautions for using Live View shooting are on pages 139-140. You can also focus by pressing the <p> button. The image’s field of view is approx.
z Live View Shooting B About the Information Display Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. Image size White balance Picture Style Auto Lighting Optimizer • : Standard • : Low • : Strong • : Disable AE lock Shutter speed...
Shooting Function Settings As with normal shooting through the viewfinder, while the Live View image is displayed, you can still use the camera buttons to change settings and playback images. When you press the <B> button, turn the <6> dial to set the card and turn the <5>...
Menu Function Settings During the Live View display, you can still set the menu options. Live View functions are listed below. AF mode (p.131-137) You can select [Live mode], [u Live mode], or [Quick mode]. Grid display With [Grid 1l] or [Grid 2m], you can display grid lines. You can check the camera tilt before shooting.
Using AF to Focus Selecting the AF Mode The AF modes available are [Live mode], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.132), and [Quick mode] (p.136). If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>, magnify the image, and focus manually (p.138). This can also be set with the AF mode menu option explained on the preceding page.
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Using AF to Focus u (Face detection) Live Mode: c With the same AF method as the Live mode, human faces are detected and focused. Have the target person face the camera. Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.
If the focus is way off, face detection will not be possible. If the lens enables manual focusing even while the lens focus mode switch is set to <f>, turn the focusing ring to attain rough focus. The face will then be detected and <p>...
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Using AF to Focus When you press < (p.131). You can tilt <9> to move the AF point. If you press <9> straight down again, it will switch back to u (face detection) Live mode. Since AF is not possible with a face detected near the edge of the picture, the <p>...
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Using AF to Focus Shooting conditions which can make focusing difficult: Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color, flat surfaces. Subjects in low light. Stripes and other patterns where there is contrast only in the horizontal direction. Under a light source whose brightness, color, or pattern keeps changing.
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Using AF to Focus Quick Mode: f The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in the One-Shot AF mode (p.95), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting. Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation.
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AF point Magnifying frame You cannot take a picture during autofocusing. Take the picture only while the Live View image is displayed. Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The Live View image will turn off, the reflex mirror will go back down, and AF will be executed.
Focusing Manually You can magnify the image and focus precisely manually. Magnifying frame AE lock Magnified area position Magnification Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly. Move the magnifying frame. Use <9> to move the magnifying frame to the position where you want to focus.
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Live View Shooting Cautions Notes About the Live View Image Under low or bright light conditions, the Live View image might not reflect the brightness of the captured image. If the light source within the image changes, the screen might flicker. If this happens, stop and resume the Live View shooting under the actual light source to be used.
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Live View Shooting Cautions Notes About the Shooting Results When you shoot with the Live View function at high ISO speeds, noise (horizontal banding, dots of light, etc.) or irregular colors may appear. When you shoot continuously with the Live View function for a long period, the camera’s internal temperature may increase and it can degrade image quality.
Shooting Movies The Live View image can be recorded to the card as a movie. A movie can be shot with automatic exposure or manual exposure. The movie recording format will be MOV. Cards which can record movies When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast writing/reading speed.
k Preparing to Shoot Movies Set the camera to record the Live View image as a movie. To shoot still photos, see page 125. Select [Live View/Movie func. set.]. Under the [6] tab, select [Live View/ Movie func. set.], then press <0>. Select [LV z/k set.].
k Shooting Movies Autoexposure Shooting When the shooting mode is set to a shooting mode other than <a>, autoexposure control will take effect to fit the scene current brightness. Autoexposure control will be the same for all shooting modes. Recording movie Movie microphone Set a shooting mode other than <a>.
k Shooting Movies During movie shooting, you can lock the exposure (AE lock) by pressing the <A> button (p.115). After applying AE lock during movie shooting, you can cancel it by pressing the <S> button. If you set the power switch to <J> and turn the <5> dial, you can set the exposure compensation.
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With manual exposure shooting, AE lock and exposure compensation cannot be set. Changing the aperture during movie shooting is not recommended since variations in the exposure, due to the drive of the lens aperture, will be recorded. If <Q> is set and the ISO speed or aperture changes during movie shooting, the white balance may also change.
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k Shooting Movies About the ISO speed during manual exposure The ISO speed can be set to [AUTO] (A) or within ISO 100-12800 in 1/3-stop increments. If the ISO speed is set to [AUTO] (A), the ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100-12800.
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k Shooting Movies Notes for autoexposure and manual exposure shooting The camera cannot autofocus continuously like a camcorder. During movie shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun’s heat can damage the camera’s internal components. Even if the [5 Record func+media/folder sel.] menu option has been set to [Rec.
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k Shooting Movies B About the Information Display Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. Still photo image size White balance Picture Style Auto Lighting Optimizer • : Standard • : Low • : Strong •...
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Taking Still Photos During Movie Shooting The still photo will record the entire screen including the semi- transparent mask. The still photo will be taken at the exposure setting displayed when you press the shutter button halfway. If a still photo is shot during movie shooting in manual exposure mode, the still photo will be taken with the exposure setting set for the movie.
k Shooting Movies For continuous shooting of still photos during movie shooting, using a high-speed CF card compatible with UDMA transfers is recommended. Setting a smaller image size for still photos and shooting fewer continuous still photos are also recommended. If the drive mode has been set to <k>...
Menu Function Settings During movie shooting, you can still set the menu options. Movie shooting functions are listed below. AF mode (p.131-137) You can select [Live mode], [u Live mode], or [Quick mode]. Note that the camera cannot focus a moving subject continuously.
3 Menu Function Settings Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute (Approx.) Movie-recording Size 1920x1080 6 5 4 1280x720 640x480 After you start shooting a movie, the movie shooting will stop automatically if the file size reaches 4 GB or if the movie time reaches 29 min. 59 sec. To start movie shooting again, press the <I>...
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Movie Shooting Cautions Recording and Image Quality If the attached lens has an Image Stabilizer, the Image Stabilizer will operate at all times even if you do not press the shutter button halfway. The Image Stabilizer may cause the total movie shooting time or the number of possible shots to decrease.
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Movie Shooting Cautions Camera’s internal temperature increase and image degradation When you shoot movies at high ISO speeds, noise (horizontal banding, dots of light, etc.) or irregular colors may appear. If you continue to shoot movies for a prolonged period, the camera’s internal temperature will increase.
Image Playback This chapter explains how to playback and erase photos and movies, how to view them on a TV screen, and other playback-related functions. About images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a computer or whose file name or file format was changed.
x Image Playback Single Image Display Single image display Histogram display Playback the image. Press the <x> button. The last captured image or last image viewed will appear. Select the image. To playback images starting with the last image, turn the <5> dial counterclockwise. To playback images starting with the first captured image, turn the dial clockwise.
B Shooting Information Display FE Microadjustment Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed/ Recording time Metering mode Shooting mode/ Movie/Still photo during movie shooting ISO speed Image size/ Movie-recording format Movie-recording size Frame rate Playback number/ Total images recorded Highlight tone priority File size...
x Image Playback About the AF Point Display When the [4 AF point disp.] menu option is set to [Enable], the AF point which achieved focus will be displayed in red. If automatic AF point selection was used, multiple AF points might be displayed in red. About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness.
x Searching for Images Quickly y Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index display) Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen. Turn on the index display. During image playback, press the <y>...
x Searching for Images Quickly I Jump through Images (Jump display) With the single image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images. Jump method Image location To search images according to the shooting date, select [Date]. Turn the <6>...
u/y Magnified View You can magnify the image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Magnified area position Magnified View’s Starting Position Normally, the magnified view starts at the image center. When the [4 Enlarge display] menu option is set to [Enlarge from selected AF point], the magnified view starts at the selected AF point.
b Rotating the Image You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation. If you have set [5 Auto rotate] to [OnzD] (p.182) before taking vertical shots, you need not rotate the image as described above. If the rotated image is not displayed in the rotated orientation during image playback, set the [5 Auto rotate] menu option to [OnzD].
k Enjoying Movies Basically, there are the following three ways to playback the movies you shot. Playback on a TV set Movies on a card can be played only by devices compatible with MOV files. Since hard disk recorders do not have an HDMI IN terminal, the camera cannot be connected with an HDMI cable.
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k Enjoying Movies Playback and Editing with a Personal Computer (See the PDF file instruction manual for ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser) To have the movie playback smoothly on a personal computer, the personal computer must be a high-performance model. Regarding the hardware requirements for ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, see the PDF file instruction manual.
k Playing Movies Speaker Playback the image. Press the <x> button to playback images. Select a movie. Turn the <5> dial to select an image. With the single-image display, the <1s> icon displayed on the upper left indicates that it is a movie. During the index display, the perforation on the left edge of the image indicates that it is a movie.
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k Playing Movies Function Exit Returns to the single-image display. 7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop. Adjust the slow motion speed by turning the <5> dial. The 8 Slow motion slow-motion speed is indicated on the upper right. 5 First frame Displays the movie’s first frame.
X Editing the Movie’s First and Last Scenes You can edit out the first and last scenes of a movie in 1-sec. increments. Since the editing is done in 1-sec. increments (position indicated by [X]), the exact position where the movie is edited may differ slightly from the position you specified. If the card does not have enough room, [New file] will not be selectable.
Slide Show (Auto Playback) You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. Number of images to be played Item jAll images All the still photos and movies in the card will be played back. Still photos and movies in the selected folder will be played nFolder back.
Play time To pause the slide show, press <0>. During pause, [G] will be displayed on the upper left of the image. Press <0> again to resume the slide show. During auto playback, you can press the <B> button to change the still photo display format.
Connect the provided AV cable to the camera. Connect the stereo AV cable to the camera’s <q/C> terminal. With the plug’s <Canon> logo facing the front of the camera, insert it into the <q/C> terminal. Connect the AV cable to the TV set.
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Viewing on HD (High-Definition) TV Sets The HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required. Do not connect any other device’s output to the camera’s <D> terminal. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Some TVs might not be able to display the captured images. In such a case, use the stereo AV cable provided.
J Protecting Images Protecting the image prevents it from being erased accidentally. Protecting a Single Image 3 Protecting All Images in a Folder or Card You can protect all the images in a folder or card at one time. Select the image to be protected. Press the <x>...
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J Protecting Images If you format the card (p.50), the protected images will also be erased. To protect an image, press and quickly let go of the <H> button. If you hold down the button for approx. 2 sec., a voice memo will be recorded. Images can also be protected individually when the [3 Protect images] menu option is set to [Select images].
K Recording and Playing Voice Memos You can append a voice memo to a captured image. The voice memo will be saved as a WAV sound file having the same file number as the image. The sound can be played back with the camera or provided software. Recording a Voice Memo Voice memo microphone You cannot append a voice memo to a protected image.
Playing a Voice Memo When [8C.Fn IV -9: H button function] is set to [2: Play memo (hold: Record memo)] (p.231), the voice memo appended to the image can be played back. Speaker If the image has been appended with multiple voice memos, they will be played consecutively.
a Copying Images The images recorded in a card can be copied to the other card. 3 Copying Individual Images Lowest file number Number of images in folder Folder name Highest file number The copy source is the card selected by the [5 Record func+media/folder sel.] menu option’s [Record/play] ([Playback]) setting.
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Total images selected Select the image. Turn the <5> dial to select the image to be copied, then press <0>. The <X> icon will appear on the upper left of the screen. Press the <y> button to display the three-image view. To return to the single- image display, press the <u>...
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a Copying Images 3 Copying All Images in a Folder In step 2, select [Sel.n]. Select the source folder to be copied, then the target folder. 3 Copying All Images in a Card In step 2, select [All image]. All the folders and images in the source card will be copied to the target card.
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.172) will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased accidentally, protect them.
Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to read. To check the image’s exposure, looking at the histogram is recommended (p.158). During image playback, you can press the <U> button to display the screen in step 2 and adjust the brightness.
3 Setting the Image Review Time You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the image displayed, set [Off]. If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time elapses.
Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Auto Rotation of Vertical Images Vertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and computer instead of horizontally. The setting of this feature can be changed. OnzD The vertical image is automatically rotated on both the camera’s LCD monitor and on the personal computer.
In case visible spots still remain after the automatic sensor cleaning, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Even while the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit is operating, you can press the shutter button halfway to interrupt the cleaning and start shooting immediately.
f Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off any dust on the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not pay attention to this operation. However, you can execute the sensor cleaning at anytime as well as disable it.
Appending Dust Delete Data Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that might be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still remains, you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image to later erase the dust spots.
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3 Appending Dust Delete Data About the Dust Delete Data After the Dust Delete Data is obtained, it is appended to all the JPEG and RAW images captured thereafter. Before an important shoot, you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. To erase dust spots automatically with the provided software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM.
The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. If the sensor needs to be cleaned directly, having it done by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the lens from the camera.
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Never use canned air or gas to clean the sensor. The blowing force can damage the sensor or the spray gas can freeze on the sensor. If smear that cannot be removed with a blower remains, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended.
Printing Images Printing (p.190) You can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images in the card. The camera is compatible with “wPictBridge” which is the standard for direct printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (p.199) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing instructions such as the image selection, quantity to print,...
Preparing to Print The direct printing procedure is done entirely with the camera while you look at the LCD monitor. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Set the camera’s power switch to <2>. Set up the printer. For details, see the printer’s instruction manual.
PictBridge Movies cannot be printed. The camera cannot be used with printers compatible only with CP Direct or Bubble Jet Direct. Do not use any interface cable other than the one provided. If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the printer.
wPrinting The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer’s instruction manual. Printer-connected icon Print setting screen The paper size, type, and layout you have set are displayed. * Depending on the printer, certain settings such as the date and file number imprinting and trimming might not be available.
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Turn the <5> dial to select the type of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>. When using a Canon printer and Canon paper, read the printer’s instruction manual to check what paper types can be used. The page layout screen will appear.
wPrinting Printing Effect The image will be printed according to the printer’s standard colors. The image’s Exif data is used to make automatic corrections. Same as the printing characteristics turned “On”. No automatic EOff correction will be performed. The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce EVIVID more vivid blues and greens.
For details on trimming, see page 197. The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer’s own default settings as set by the printer’s manufacturer. See the printer’s instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are. When imprinting the shooting information c (p.193) for images shot at H2, H3 ISO speeds during ISO speed range expansion, the ISO speed setting may not be correctly printed.
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wPrinting e Adjustment of Printing Effects Brightness The image brightness can be adjusted. Adjust levels When you select [Manual], you can change the histogram’s distribution and adjust the image’s brightness and contrast. With the Adjust levels screen displayed, press the <B> button to change the position of the <h>.
Trimming the Image Tilt correction On the print setting screen, select [Trimming]. Set the trimming frame size, position, and aspect ratio. The image area within the trimming frame will be printed. The trimming frame’s aspect ratio can be changed with [Paper settings]. Changing the trimming frame size When you press the <u>...
wPrinting Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area might not be printed as you specified. The smaller you make the trimming frame, the grainier the picture will look on the print. While trimming the image, look at the camera’s LCD monitor. If you look at the image on a TV screen, the trimming frame might not be displayed accurately.
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot be set individually for each image.) Setting the Printing Options Print type Select [Print order].
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W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Option Standard Prints one image on one sheet. Index Print type Both Date [On] imprints the recorded date on the print. File number [On] imprints the file No. on the print. Even if [Date] and [File No.] are set to [On], the date or file No. might not be imprinted depending on the print type setting and printer model.
Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Check mark Index icon Select [Byn] and select the folder. A print order for 1 copy of all the images in the folder will be placed. If you select Clear all and a folder, the print order for all the images in the folder will be canceled.
W Direct Printing with DPOF Prepare to print. See page 190. Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printer” procedure up to step 5. Under the [3] tab, select [Print order]. Select [Print]. [Print] will be displayed only if the camera is connected to the printer and printing is possible.
Customizing the Camera To suit your shooting preferences, you can fine-tune the camera’s functions, save the camera settings to a card or register them to the camera.
Setting Custom Functions Custom Function No. Clearing All Custom Functions In step 2, select [Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)] to clear all the Custom Function settings. Even if all the Custom Functions are cleared, the setting for [8C.Fn IV -12: Focusing Screen] will remain unchanged.
Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure Exposure level increments ISO speed setting increments Set ISO speed range Bracketing auto cancel Bracketing sequence Number of bracketed shots Spot metering link to AF point Safety shift Select usable shooting modes Select usable metering modes Exposure mode in manual exposure Set shutter speed range Set aperture value range...
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3 Custom Functions C.Fn II: Image/Flash exposure/Display Long exposure noise reduction High ISO speed noise reduction Highlight tone priority Auto Lighting Optimizer E-TTL II flash metering Shutter curtain sync. Flash firing Viewfinder info. during exposure LCD panel illumination during Bulb INFO.
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AF point display during focus AF point brightness AF-assist beam firing Orientation linked AF point Mirror lockup Continuous shooting speed Limit continuous shot count C.Fn IV: Operation/Others Shutter button/AF-ON button AF-ON/AE lock button switch Quick Control Dial in metering Assign SET button Tv/Av setting for Manual exposure Dial direction during Tv/Av Av setting without lens...
Custom Function Settings Custom Functions are organized in four groups based on the function type: C.Fn I: Exposure, C.Fn II: Image/Flash exp (exposure)/Disp (Display), C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive, and C.Fn IV: Operation/Others. Note that some Custom Function numbers differ from the EOS-1D Mark III’s Custom Functions.
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C.Fn I -4 Bracketing auto cancel 0: On The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be canceled if you set the power switch to <2> or clear the camera settings. AEB will also be canceled when bulb exposure is set or the flash is ready to fire. 1: Off The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be retained even when the power switch is set to <2>.
3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn I -7 Spot metering link to AF point 0: Disable (use center AF point) 1: Enable (use active AF point) If [8C.Fn III -10: Selectable AF point] (p.223) is set to [1: 19 points], [2: 11points], [3: Inner 9 points] or [4: Outer 9 points], spot metering linked to the selected AF point is possible.
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C.Fn I -10 Select usable metering modes Disable: All the metering modes (q: Evaluative, w: Partial, r: Spot, e: Center-weighted average) will be selectable. Enable: Only the metering modes set with [Register] will be selectable. Register: To make a metering mode unselectable, uncheck the checkmark <X>.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn I -14 Apply shooting/metering mode While holding down the <A> (AE lock) button, you can switch to the registered setting (shooting mode, metering mode, shutter speed, aperture, or exposure compensation). Disable: Pressing the <A> button will lock the exposure (AE lock). Enable: By holding down the <A>...
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C.Fn I -16 AE Microadjustment Normally, this adjustment is not required. Do this adjustment only if necessary. Note that doing this adjustment may prevent correct exposure from being achieved. You can fine adjust the camera’s standard exposure level. The adjustment can help if the camera’s “standard exposure”...
3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn II: Image/Flash exposure/Display C.Fn II -1 Long exposure noise reduction 0: Off 1: Auto For 1 sec. or longer exposures, noise reduction is performed automatically if noise typical of long exposures is detected. This [Auto] setting is effective in most cases.
C.Fn II -3 Highlight tone priority 0: Disable 1: Enable Improves the highlight detail. The dynamic range is expanded from the standard 18% gray to bright highlights. The gradation between the grays and highlights becomes smoother. With setting 1, noise may be slightly more pronounced than usual. With setting 1, the settable ISO speed range will be 200 - 12800.
1/60 sec. or faster, 1st-curtain sync will be applied even if 1 is set. C.Fn II -7 Flash firing Enables or disables the firing of an external flash or non-Canon flash connected to the PC terminal. 0: Enable 1: Disable Convenient when you want to use the external flash’s AF-assist beam...
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C.Fn II -9 LCD panel illumination during Bulb 0: Off 1: On during Bulb If the LCD panel illumination is on (p.116) and you take a bulb exposure, the illumination will continue until the bulb exposure ends. This is convenient when you are taking a bulb exposure in low light and want to check the exposure time.
3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive C.Fn III -1 USM lens electronic MF The USM lens electronic MF can be enabled or disabled when you use any of the following lenses. EF50mm f/1.0L USM, EF85mm f/1.2L USM, EF85mm f/1.2L II USM, EF200mm f/1.8L USM, EF300mm f/2.8L USM, EF400mm f/2.8L USM, EF400mm f/2.8L II USM, EF500mm f/4.5L USM, EF600mm f/4L USM, EF1200mm f/5.6L USM,...
2: Release/Drive speed priority For the first shot, shutter release is given priority over focusing the subject. During continuous shooting, the continuous shooting speed is given priority more than with setting 1. 3: Release/Tracking priority For the first shot, shutter release is given priority over focusing the subject.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn III -6 Lens AF stop button function * The AF stop button is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses. 0: AF stop 1: AF start AF operates only while the button is pressed. While you hold down the button, AF will not work on the camera.
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C.Fn III -7 AF Microadjustment Normally, this adjustment is not required. Do this adjustment only if necessary. Note that doing this adjustment may prevent correct focusing from being achieved. With setting 1 or 2 selected, press the <B> button to view the register screen.
3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn III -8 AF expansion with selected point During manual AF point selection, it is possible to activate the AF points surrounding the selected AF point for AF. This function works in both the One-Shot AF and AI Servo AF modes. Convenient when it is difficult to track a moving subject with just one manually-selected AF point.
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C.Fn III -9 Multi-controller while metering 0: Off 1: AF point selection During viewfinder shooting while the metering is active, you can select the AF point directly with <9> instead of pressing the <S> button first. C.Fn III -10 Selectable AF point You can change the number of manually-selectable AF points.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn III -11 Switch to registered AF point You can instantly switch to the registered AF point with <9> or the <w> button while the metering timer is active. The AF will operate when the switch is made. 0: Disable 1: Switch with <9>...
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C.Fn III -13 AF point display during focus 0: On 1: Off The AF point will not light in red other than during AF point selection. 2: On (when focus achieved) During AF, the manually-selected AF point will no longer light faintly. After AF starts, the AF point will light only when it achieves focus.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn III -16 Orientation linked AF point You can either use the same AF point or a different AF point for vertical and horizontal shooting. 0: Same for both vertical/horizontal The same AF point is used for both vertical and horizontal shooting. 1: Select different AF points A different AF point can be set separately for vertical and horizontal shooting.
C.Fn III -19 Limit continuous shot count Disable: Continuous shooting is not limited to any number of shots. Continuous shooting will be possible up to the current maximum burst displayed. Enable: The continuous shooting will be limited to the number of shots set with [Register] after which the shooting will stop automatically.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn IV -3 Quick Control Dial in metering The Quick Control Dial’s function while the metering is active can be changed. 0: Exposure compensation/Aperture 1: AF point selection You can select the AF point directly with the <5> dial without first pressing the <S>...
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C.Fn IV -4 Assign SET button You can assign a frequently-used function to <0>. Press <0> when the camera is shooting-ready. 0: Normal (disabled) 1: White balance While looking at the rear LCD panel, you can change the white balance. 2: Image size While looking at the rear LCD panel, you can change the card and image size.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn IV -6 Dial direction during Tv/Av 0: Normal 1: Reverse direction The dial’s turning direction for setting the shutter speed and aperture can be reversed. In the manual exposure mode, the direction of the <6> and <5> dials will be reversed.
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C.Fn IV -9 H button function 0: Protect (hold: Record memo) When you hold down the <H> button for 2 sec., you can start recording a voice memo. When you let go of the button, the voice memo recording will stop. 1: Record memo (Protect: Disabled) When you press the <H>...
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn IV -11 Start movie shooting 0: Default (from LV) 1: Quick start (<I> button) If the [6 Live View/Movie func. set.] menu option has been set to enable movie shooting (p.142), press the <I> button to start shooting a movie immediately while the camera is ready to shoot.
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C.Fn IV -13 Timer length for timer How long the function setting remains in effect after you let go of the respective button can be changed. Disable: The timer length is set to the default. Enable: The timer length is set to the time set with [Register]. Register: You can set the 6-sec.
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3 Custom Function Settings C.Fn IV -15 Add aspect ratio information During Live View and movie shooting, vertical lines corresponding to the aspect ratio will be displayed. You can thereby simulate still photo framing for medium- and large-format film sizes such as 6x6 cm, 6x4.5 cm, and 4x5 This aspect ratio information will be appended automatically to the captured image.
Registering and Applying Custom Function Settings You can register up to three sets of Custom Function settings. You can register a different set of Custom Function settings for different shooting situations such as sports, snapshots, and landscapes. You can then instantly apply a registered set of Custom Function settings.
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3 Registering and Applying Custom Function Settings The settings for [8C.Fn I -16: AE Microadjustment], [8C.Fn I -17: FE Microadjustment], [8C.Fn III -7: AF Microadjustment], and [8C.Fn IV - 12: Focusing Screen] will not be included in the registered Custom Function settings.
Registering My Menu Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. About My Menu settings Sort You can change the order of the registered items in My Menu. Select [Sort] and select the item whose order you want to change.
Saving and Loading Camera Settings The camera’s shooting modes, menus, Custom Functions, and other camera settings can be saved in the card as a camera settings file. When this file is loaded by the camera, the saved camera settings will be applied.
Registering and Applying Basic Camera Settings You can set the basic settings of major functions such as the shooting mode, AF mode, metering mode, and drive mode and register them in the camera. This is convenient when you want to instantly switch to frequently-used shooting settings.
Reference This chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to make it easier to look up needed information.
Function Availability Table o: Set automatically k: User selectable Function JPEG Image size RAW+JPEG Auto ISO speed Manual Standard Portrait Landscape Picture Neutral Style Faithful Monochrome User Defined Auto WB Preset WB Custom WB White balance Color temperature setting WB correction WB-BKT sRGB Color...
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o: Set automatically k: User selectable Function One-Shot AI Servo Auto AF point selection Manual Live mode u Live mode Quick mode Evaluative Partial Metering Spot Center-weighted average Program shift Exposure compensation Exposure AE lock Depth-of-field preview Single shooting High-speed continuous shooting Low-speed Drive...
System Map ST-E2 270EX 430EX II Bundled Accessories Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Eg Anti-Fog Eyepiece Eg Wide Strap Eyecup Eg Angle Finder C Hand Strap AC Adapter Kit Focusing ACK-E4 Screen Ec 580EX II Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX CR2025 lithium battery EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk...
B Checking Camera Settings With [8C.Fn II -10: INFO. button when shooting] (p.217) set to [1: Displays camera settings], pressing the <B> button while the camera is ready to shoot will display image-related function settings. Auto rotate display (p.182) Number of possible shots for f CF card and g SD card (p.61) AF Microadjustment (p.221) * Displayed only if Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II A/B/C/D or WFT-E2/E2A is used and the transfer of some images failed.
Checking the Battery Information You can check the battery’s condition on a menu screen. Do not use any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E4. Otherwise, the camera’s full performance may not be attained or malfunction may result. The shutter count is the number of still photos taken. (Movies are not counted.) If [Calibration is recommended when charging battery next time] is displayed, see page 30.
Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time (back-up) battery’s service life is approx. 5 years. If the date/time is reset when camera is turned on, replace the back-up battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery as described below. The date/time setting will also be reset, so be sure to set the correct date/time (p.49).
Canon Service Center. Power-Related Problems The battery cannot be recharged with the battery charger provided. Do not recharge any battery pack other than a genuine Canon Battery Pack LP-E4. The battery charger’s <CAL/CHARGE> lamp blinks in red.
Troubleshooting Guide The camera turns off by itself. Auto power off is in effect. If you do not want auto power off to take effect, set [5 Auto power off] to [Off]. Shooting-Related Problems The lens cannot be attached. The camera cannot be used with EF-S lenses (p.39). The card cannot be used.
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A darker exposure was set with exposure compensation, but the image looks bright. Set [8C.Fn II -4: Auto Lighting Optimizer] to [3: Disable]. If it is set to [Standard/Low/Strong], the image might still come out bright even if you set a darker exposure with manual exposure, exposure compensation, or flash exposure compensation (p.81, 215).
Troubleshooting Guide The flash always fires at full output. If you use a flash unit other than an EX-series Speedlite, the flash will always be fired at full output (p.120). When the [Flash metering mode] flash Custom Function is set to [TTL (autoflash)], the flash will always be fired at full output (p.124).
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Movies cannot be shot with manual exposure. Set [LV z/k set.] to [Movies] and set the shooting mode to <a> (manual exposure) (p.142, 144). The movie shooting terminates by itself. If the card’s writing speed is slow, movie shooting may stop automatically.
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Troubleshooting Guide When the movie is played, camera operation noise can be heard. If you operate the camera’s dial or lens during movie shooting, the respective operation noise will also be recorded. Using an external microphone (commercially available) is recommended (p.153). Display &...
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The file numbering does not start from 0001. If you use a card which already has images recorded, the file numbering might start from the last image in the card (p.88). The shooting date and time displayed is incorrect. The correct date and time has not been set (p.49). No image appears on the TV screen.
50, 60, Operate the power switch, remove and install the battery pack 70, 80, again, or use a Canon lens (p.34, 32). * If the error still persists, write down the error No. and contact your nearest Canon Service Center.
SDHC memory card * With Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 II A/B/C/D or Image sensor size: 27.9 x 18.6 mm Compatible lenses: Canon EF lenses (except EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.3 times the lens focal length) Lens mount: Canon EF mount •...
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* Figures in parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) metering when focus is achieved (High-speed continuous, JPEG quality: 8, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style) and a 4GB card. mode 6 16GB card based on Canon’s testing standards. Specifications...
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Specifications • External Speedlite Compatible flash: Flash metering: Flash exposure compensation: FE lock: PC terminal: Standard flash exposure level adjustment: • Live View Shooting Focusing: Metering modes: Metering range: Grid display: • Movie Shooting Movie compression: Audio recording format: Linear PCM Recording format: Recording size and frame rate:...
ISO speed: During autoexposure shooting: Automatically set During manual exposure shooting: Auto (ISO Auto), manual setting within ISO 100 - 12800 (1/3- or whole-stop increments) and expandable to H1 (ISO 25600), H2 (ISO 51200), H3 (ISO 102400) Sound recording: Built-in monaural microphone External stereo microphone terminal provided Grid display: Two types...
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Specifications • Custom Functions Custom Functions: C.Fn setting registration: Three sets can be registered Save camera settings: Register basic camera settings: My Menu registration: Copyright information: • Interface Audio/video OUT/ Digital terminal: HDMI mini OUT terminal: Type C (Auto switching of resolution) External microphone IN terminal: Remote control terminal: Compatible with N3-type remote control...
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All specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards. Product specifications and the exterior are subject to change without notice. If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera, consult the respective lens maker. Specifications...
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All other corporate and product names and trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. * This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.21 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard that enhances compatibility between digital cameras and printers.
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Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non- genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery...
Safety Warnings Follow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage. Preventing Serious Injury or Death • To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, and explosions, follow the safeguards below: - Do not use any batteries, power sources, and accessories not specified in this booklet.
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• Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center.
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— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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4. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than by cord when disconnecting charger.
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Index Focusing AF mode...94 AF point display...158 AF point selection...97 AF-assist beam ...225 Beeper...52 Difficult-to-focus subjects...100, 135 Live View shooting ...131, 138 Manual focusing ...100, 138 Out of focus ...100, 135 Recompose ...95 Focusing screen ...232 Folder Create/Select...84 Format (card initialization) ...50 Frame rate ...151 Full HD...141 Full High-Definition ...151, 163, 171...
Index NTSC ...151, 170 Number of AF points...223 ONE SHOT (One-Shot AF)...95 One-Shot AF...95 P (Program AE) ...106 PAL ...151, 170 Paper settings (printing)...192 Partial metering...104 PC terminal ...120 Peripheral illumination correction...82 Personal white balance...72 PictBridge ...189 Picture Style...66, 71 Pixels ...60 Playback Image...
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