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AF Setting Guidebook
Detailed explanations of settings for utilizing
improved high-performance AF features to
capture that perfect moment
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  • Page 1 AF Setting Guidebook Detailed explanations of settings for utilizing improved high-performance AF features to capture that perfect moment...
  • Page 2 CONTENTS Features of the EOS-1D X Mark II New AF algorithm and AI Servo AF III+ New AF Setting Operability Chapter 1 AF Configuration Tool [Presets] Chapter 2 AF Configuration Tool [Parameters] Chapter 3 AF area selection modes Chapter 4 EOS-1D X Mark II 61-Point Reticular AF Cross-type Points Chapter 5...
  • Page 3 Features of the EOS-1D X Mark II New AF Custom Guide Functions that Control 61-Point Reticular AF The EOS-1D X Mark II is equipped with a newly- developed 61-Point High-Density Reticular AF II. By arranging the 61 AF points in a high concentration, the level of composition freedom, and tracking performance of fast moving subjects is improved.
  • Page 4 AI Servo AF III + New algorithm of Improved support capability for difficult to capture movement of subjects that come close, then move away The main improved point of the AF system on the EOS- 1DX Mark II is the use of AI Servo AF III + with an even more sophisticated predictive AF algorithm.
  • Page 5 AI Servo AF III + effective scenes Continuously capture motorcycles as they approach and move away Hints & Tips With Case 1, support for even more scenes is possible. Case 2 to 6 also provide improved support for subjects coming close, and moving away. As predictive AF is improved in AI Servo AF III + , the AF Configuration Tool [Case 1] can provide support for a variety of shooting scenes.
  • Page 6 EOS-1D X Mark II AF setting operability All AF-related menu functions now in a separate menu Displays the tab position AF-related setting items in the AF menu Tab name The AF1 tab includes the AF Configuration Tool The AF1 tab is important when shooting moving subjects using the AI Servo AF on the EOS-1D X Mark II.
  • Page 7 The Various AF-related functions are now incorporated into an AF menu tab On the EOS-1D X Mark II, the various AF-related settings have been incorporated into the AF menu tab, the same as the EOS-1D X. This makes smooth access to AF- re l a t e d s e t t i n g s p o s s i b l e .
  • Page 8 Various settings for AF-related features can be made with AF menus [AF2] – [AF5] AF2 AI Servo Settings related to shutter-release timing when using AI Servo AF and continuous shooting The [AF2] tab includes settings related to the camera priority concerning shutter-release timing when using AI Servo AF.
  • Page 9 Includes general settings related to AF point selection Select which and how AF points are selected. This menu includes settings related to [Auto AF pt sel.:EOS iTR AF] [AF area selection mode] [Automatic AF point selection criteria], [Selectable AF points], [AF area selection mode], [AF area selection method], and [Orientation linked AF point].
  • Page 10 Chapter AF Configuration Tool [Presets] Overview of AF Configuration Tool [Presets] Case 1 Versatile multi-purpose setting Case 2 Continue to focus-track even when the subject momentarily moves from the AF points Case 3 Focus instantly on subjects that move into the AF points Case 4 Focus track subjects that accelerate or decelerate quickly...
  • Page 11 Overview of AF Configuration Tool [Presets] A c o m b i n a t i o n o f p a r a m e t e r s t o b e s t s u i t t h e characteristics of subject movement have been used to create the presets from Case 1 –...
  • Page 12 Select from Case 1 - Case 6 to match subject scenarios When the [AF1] tab on the EOS-1D X Mark II is opened, six icons representing sports disciplines are displayed. These are the presets of the AF Configuration Tool. Different presets to match the characteristics of the type of s ub je c t a nd i t s m ove ment , and t he s hooti ng conditions, can be selected from Case 1 –...
  • Page 13 Hints & Tips By pressing the button while any Case is displayed on the screen, text information of AF setting characteristics or examples of shooting scenes can be confirmed. Moving the purple square over Case 1 – Case 6 will display the name of each case, for example [Case1 Versatile multi-purpose setting].
  • Page 14 Case 1 Versatile multi-purpose setting The [AF Configuration Tool] [Case 1] is the basic AI Servo AF setting on the EOS-1D X Mark II. Precise and accurate focusing is possible for a wide range of subjects Parameter default settings Subject tracking sensitivity Accelerate / decelerate Tracking AF point auto switching The [AF Configuration Tool] [Case 1] is the basic AI...
  • Page 15 Equipped with AI Servo AF III + , the EOS-1D X Mark II has improved flexibility in handling a variety of moving subjects, and superior prediction of movement for more accurate focusing. Even with a variety of difficult elements such as extremely fast movement, sudden changes in speed, and interruptions by obstacles, it is able to capture the subject.
  • Page 16 Case 1 Photo Touch to enlarge image Case 1 can be used to great advantage when shooting moving subjects, making it possible to accurately capture fast subjects. Hints & Tips AI Servo AF III + makes it possible to carry out precise focus for subjects in a wide variety of conditions AF on the EOS-1D X Mark II is equipped with an improved focus tracking algorithm, AI Servo AF III + .
  • Page 17 Case 2 Continue to focus-track even when the subject momentarily moves from the AF points Case 2 is an effective setting for shooting fast moving subjects when they move away from the selected AF point, or when obstacles may momentarily obscure the subject. Effective when shooting scenes with fast moving subjects, or when an obstacle momentarily appears in front...
  • Page 18 Sometimes when the subject moves from the selected AF point, focus can shift to the background (resulting in an out of focus subject), similarly when an obstacle obscures the subject, focus can shift to the obstacle. By selecting Case 2 in situations like these, the camera will attempt to continue to focus-track the desired subject.
  • Page 19 Example of a fast moving subject where the focus has shifted to the background (photo). By selecting Case 2 for situations like this, the camera will be less likely to immediately re-focus on the background, if the AF point momentarily leaves the actual subject.
  • Page 20 Case 3 Focus instantly on subjects that move into the active AF points Case 3 is the ideal setting for situations when you want to focus immediately upon a new subject. Effective when you want to continuously photograph targeted athletes one after the other Parameter default settings [Responsive: + 1] Subject tracking sensitivity...
  • Page 21 In other shooting situations, this setting can be extremely effective when switching between different subjects you want to shoot (for example, at the start of a bicycle road race, when you want to shoot continuously and switch from cyclist to cyclist while focusing). When set to Case 3, if the subject moves away from the AF points, the camera may quickly refocus on a different subject or background, in contrast to Case 2.
  • Page 22 Change the target in sequence and shoot continually 1. Shoot the whole group while focusing on the cyclist in the center 2. Focus on the lead cyclist...
  • Page 23 3. Focus on the right side cyclist 4. Focus on the left side cyclist A scene with cyclists coming towards the camera. While focusing on the lead cyclist, you may wish to switch focus to the other cyclists within the group whilst shooting continuously with AF.
  • Page 24 Case 4 Focus track subjects that accelerate or decelerate quickly Subjects suddenly going from static to moving, or suddenly stopping, can occur in various sports and situations. In these situations, Case 4 is most effective. Effective when a subject's speed changes rapidly Parameter default settings Subject tracking sensitivity...
  • Page 25 In these situations, Case 4 is most effective. With the [Accel./decel. tracking] parameter set to [+1], the AI Servo AF will work to focus track any changes in speed, including sudden stops and acceleration. This makes Case 4 the most effective setting for shooting soccer, rugby, basketball or sports where there is a lot of running and stopping, as well as changes of direction which was difficult for Case 1 to track.
  • Page 26 Continuously track runners as they suddenly speed up to run in a short-distance sprint.
  • Page 27 Case 5 Focus on subjects with erratic movement Case 5 is most effective for subjects which may move side-to-side, or up and down — and, you're using a wide AF Area like Automatic AF point selection, Large Zone AF, or Zone AF. *With Single-point AF and Spot AF, as AF point auto switching is unavailable, in the default setting operation will be the same as Case 1.
  • Page 28 In Case 5, [AF pt auto switching] is set to [+1]. This means that in AF Area settings where the camera automatically can change the active AF point — Automatic AF point selection, Large Zone AF, and Zone AF — the AF system will speed-up changing points to follow a moving subject.
  • Page 29 It is possible to focus on subjects that move erratically in any direction Inline skating on a half-pipe. Capturing the moments when the skater is jumping and twisting is easier with Case 5. Remember: "erratic movement" refer to subjects that will change location within the frame. Case 5 is able to address this when the camera is using a AF Area that allows automatic switching from one AF point to another:...
  • Page 30 Case 6 Focus on subjects with erratic movement and changes in speed Case 6 is a setting that combines features of both Case 4, and Case 5. Effective when shooting sports that feature lots of quick movements Parameter default settings Subject tracking sensitivity Accelerate / decelerate Tracking [+1]...
  • Page 31 Therefore, Case 6 is an effective setting for subjects that stop and start suddenly, and also have erratic movement which could change a subject's location in the frame, and it is recommended when using Auto selection AF, Large Zone AF, Zone AF, and AF point expansion. This scene is rhythmic gymnastics with large jumping movements from a resting position.
  • Page 33 Chapter AF Configuration Tool [Parameters] Subject tracking characteristics Accelerate / decelerate Tracking characteristics AF point auto switching characteristics...
  • Page 34 Subject tracking characteristics [Tracking sensitivity] dictates AF response to sudden changes at the active AF point. If you suddenly are focused upon a background, or an obstacle blocks your view of a subject, how will the AF respond? [Locked on] can be effective when an obstacle crosses in front of the subject and preventing focus jumps to the background [Locked on: –...
  • Page 35 This setting allows obstacles that pass in front of the subject to be ignored, as well as focusing on new subjects With the AF Configuration Tool on the EOS-1D X Mark II, not only can you select from Case 1 – Case 6, but three parameters for each can be adjusted individually.
  • Page 36 An example where [Locked on: - 2 or - 1] is effective When another rider, or a photographer, crosses in front of the subject, focus can shift to the foreground/ background. Example where a photographer momentarily comes in front of the rider being tracked, then the rider appears again.
  • Page 37 An example where [Responsive: + 1 or + 2] is effective When you want to quickly switch from one athlete or subject to another, without halting AI Servo AF: Example where a soccer player dribbling the ball passes it to a teammate, and the player that received the ball dribbles it in a different direction.
  • Page 38 Accelerate / decelerate Tracking characteristics [Accel./decel. tracking] sets AI Servo AF to expect either steady, consistent speed and movement, or movement that will tend to change speeds or stop and start [ - 1 or - 2]: especially effective for distant subjects, at steady speeds [-2] Choose any [Case] and push...
  • Page 39 A minus setting for subjects with a long shooting distance such as soccer provides more stable focus The default setting is [0], which is best for shooting su bj ect s t ha t m ov e a t s te ady speeds , o r do not experience significant changes in speeds.
  • Page 40 Examples where the [ - ] setting is effective S p o r t s w i t h f a r- a w a y subjects that experience relatively minor changes in speed, and obstructions that often pass in front of the subject.
  • Page 41 Examples where the [0] setting is effective Track and field events where constant speed is common Photo Touch to enlarge image A track and field example where an athlete is running directly towards the camera, at a steady and consistent speed.
  • Page 42 Examples where the [ + ] setting is effective Sports where athletes’ movement suddenly stops or startsf Photo Touch to enlarge image Example of a long-jump landing. As a result of the athlete suddenly decelerating as they land, a normal setting may not be able to capture it, however, it is possible to continue focusing on the athlete with [Accelerate / decelerate Tracking] set to [ + 1].
  • Page 43 AF pt auto switching characteristics The [AF pt auto switching] parameter defines how quickly the AF system will change from one AF point to another, to follow subjects moving around the frame — when you're using a wide AF Area setting. [+1/+2] setting is most effective for sports with lots of movement where the subject can easily move away from the selected AF point...
  • Page 44 Set how rapidly the AF point switches to a new AF point for moving subjects The [AF pt auto switching] parameter is only for switching between multiple AF points, so it is unavailable when using AF area selection modes [Single-point Spot AF] and [Single-point AF].
  • Page 45 Examples where [0] is most effective Sports with comparatively big movements, and not very fast Photo Touch to enlarge image Example of an athlete warming up or moving around. The [0] setting is recommended when shooting subjects that do not move significantly.
  • Page 46 Examples where [+] is effective Fast moving sports with big movements, where the AF points can lose the subject easily A rhythmic gymnast showing lots of movements in all directions. Use the [+1] setting in order to capture the movement by taking advantage of rapidly shifting AF points.
  • Page 47 Tip for AF setting Change the level of “Accelerate / decelerate Tracking” and “AF point auto switching” for appropriate shooting results. “Accelerate / decelerate Tracking” and “AF point auto switching” are part of the camera's automatic functions. Therefore, it is not always possible that these automatic functions reflect 100% of your intended idea.
  • Page 48 Chapter AF area selection modes Overview of AF area selection modes Single-point Spot AF Single-point AF AF point expansion (up, down, left, and right) (surrounding points) Zone AF Large Zone AF Auto selection AF EOS iTR AF...
  • Page 49 Overview of AF area selection modes Change the AF Area — the size of your AF point — to match your shooting style and subject AF area selection modes can be selected to match the subject and conditions Using only one AF point Using multiple AF points (zone) The AF area selection modes make it possible to set how many of the 61-point AF are available to be used.
  • Page 50 How to set the AF area selection mode After pressing the button, each time the button is pressed, the [AF area selection mode] changes. If you prefer, you can switch the mode with the Main Dial after button, by setting [AF area selection pressing the method] to [ ->...
  • Page 51 Choose whether only one AF point is used, or select from a vast array of AF selection options The EOS-1D X Mark II is equipped with 61-point AF. This flexible system allows the following, via the [AF area selection mode] setting: •...
  • Page 52 Single-point Spot AF It is possible to focus on a very narrow area with a single manually selected point. Single-point AF The default setting. With this mode it is possible to focus with a single manually selected point. AF point expansion (four surrounding points) Focus using one manually selected point assisted by 4 other AF points (up, down, left, and right).
  • Page 53 AF point expansion (eight surrounding points) Focus using one manually selected point assisted by the surrounding points. Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) A group of AF points is active, and the camera focuses on nearest subject within the zone of AF points.
  • Page 54 Automatic selection AF All AF points are active, and the camera selects which point(s) to use, and focuses automatically. The thin outline in the viewfinder, surrounding the entire AF point array, always indicates Automatic AF point selection is active.
  • Page 55 Single-point Spot AF [Single-point spot AF] mode can be used to focus on a small, precise area of the subject AF Focusing on a small or narrow area When set to [Single-point spot AF], a small rectangle is displayed inside the manually selected AF point.
  • Page 56 Hints & Tips Modes other than [Single-point spot AF] are recommended when shooting fast moving subjects As [Single-point Spot AF] only focuses on one very small area, it is not really suited to capturing fast moving subjects when set to AI Servo AF and may take longer to focus than other AF area selection modes.
  • Page 57 [Single-point Spot AF] is effective when there is something like the edge of the helmet, or visor near the eye you want to focus on. With standard AF systems this can result in the AF system focusing on these edges rather than eye of the subject.
  • Page 58 Single-point AF Single-point AF is an easy to use mode for still life photos, etc. in One-shot AF Single-point AF is a mode where one manually selected AF point is used to focus. Using a full, single AF point is the EOS-1D X Mark II's default AF Area setting.
  • Page 59 AF point expansion (up, down, left, and right) (surrounding points) [AF point expansion] is an AF area selection mode that is best selected when shooting sports. For fast moving subjects that are difficult to track with a single AF point AF point expansion (up, down, left, and right) AF point expansion (surrounding points) Viewfinder display of [AF point expansion].
  • Page 60 AF Point Expansion provides a larger cluster of active AF points — either four or eight surrounding, "assist" points — in addition to your central, primary AF point. AF always begins with the central primary AF point alone. If this AF point is either moved away from the subject momentarily, or falls upon a plain area of a subject with little detail or contrast, the AF system immediately calls upon the sourrounding four or eight...
  • Page 61 This mode is ideal for sports photography [AF point expansion] mode can be used for a wide range of sporting events with erratic movement. [AF point expansion (Up, down, left, and right)] was able to accurately capture the dribbling soccer player.
  • Page 62 The wider area covered by AF Point Expansion means that even if a subject moves away from the central, primary AF point, the outer points are available to continue to focus upon it. This high jump athlete was captured with [AF point expansion (surrounding)] — that is, eight surrounding "assist"...
  • Page 63 Zone AF With the [Zone AF] mode, one of nine focusing zones can be selected, and the AF point is automatically selected from within that zone. Effective for focusing upon the nearest subject within a zone The selected AF points display in [Zone AF].
  • Page 64 [Zone AF]: Nine possible locations you can manually move the active zone to The 61 AF points are divided into three blocks, left, center, and right, and each has upper, central, and lower zones, and the desired location can be selected from these nine zones.
  • Page 65 For larger subjects or subjects that move over a larger area Zone AF Photo Touch to enlarge image A photo of a moment of action as runners jump over hurdles shot with [Zone AF], using AI Servo AF. In order to focus on the closest runner, as well as compose the runner in the back on the right of the frame, this shot was taken by selecting the upper left zone.
  • Page 66 Large Zone AF With the [Large Zone AF] mode, one of three large focusing zones (left, center, or right) can be selected, and the camera focuses on the nearest subject within that zone. This mode is effective when you want to capture subjects in a large area consisting of left, center, or right.
  • Page 67 Three possible [Large Zone AF] locations, which you can manually select The 61 AF points are divided into three main zones, left, center, and right, and the camera automatically focuses on the nearest subject within the selected zone.
  • Page 68 A broad area of active AF points, for focus on a variety of subjects Large Zone AF Photo Touch to enlarge image Vertically shot photo of a motorcycle coming towards the camera around a corner in a motorsport event. The bottom area of [Large Zone AF] was selected, and the photo shot with the background composing a large portion of the upper part of the screen.
  • Page 69 Auto selection AF Indicated by a thin outline surrounding the entire 61-point AF array, all 61 points are active. Whether in [One-Shot AF] or [AI Servo AF], the camera will automatically select what to focus upon, and which AF point(s) to use. [Auto selection AF] in [One-Shot AF] vs.
  • Page 70 With [AI Servo AF], the camera normally begins focusing on a moving subject at a user-defined single AF point, and will then change AF points automatically to follow the subject if it moves around the frame. However, depending on the shooting conditions or if the subject is small, this side-to-side tracking around the AF array may not be possible, so caution is necessary.
  • Page 71 Begin focusing on the subject with an AF point near the center, and then by moving the camera to the left, you can compose a photo with space on the left side of the frame. Shooting started by pinpointing focus on the leader of a cycling road race with a manually selected AF point.
  • Page 72 Auto selection AF is effective to include the background (on the right or left) in the photo Hints & Tips With AF4 [Initial AF pt for AI Servo AF during Auto selection AF], it is possible to have Auto selection AF start from a manually selected AF point.
  • Page 73 EOS iTR (intelligent tracking and recognition) AF This is the algorithm used to determine AF point auto switching during [Auto selection AF], [Large Zone AF], and [Zone AF]. By detecting people's faces and subject's colors, extremely accurate subject detection and tracking is possible. EOS iTR AF does not operate outside of [Auto selection AF], [Large Zone AF], and [Zone AF].
  • Page 74 Automatic selection: EOS iTR AF [EOS iTR AF (Face priority)] The RGB color metering system prioritizes detection of human faces, and combines with the 61-point AF system to keep focus upon faces, even if they move around the AF array. In scenes without faces, it defers to using the initially-detected subject's shape and color.
  • Page 75 Track and focus on the athlete’s face with [EOS iTR AF (Face priority)] A p h o t o o f a n a t h l e t e photographed in the center of the frame as she leaps during the long-jump.
  • Page 76 Chapter 61-point AF Overview of EOS-1D X 61-Point High-Density Reticular AF II 61-point AF (1) The number and placement of cross-type points when using f/2.8 lenses 61-point AF (2) The number and placement of cross-type points when using f/4 lenses 61-point AF (3) The number and placement of cross-type points when using...
  • Page 77 Overview of EOS-1D X 61-Point High-Density Reticular AF II The 61-point AF has numerous cross-type points for great tracking performance Up to 41-point cross-type AF points, enabling superior tracking performance with most lenses An important aspect for pro photographers is the AF system's high-precision AF points.
  • Page 78 Newly developed 61-point AF sensor In order to achieve even higher performance AF than the EOS-1D X, a newly developed AF sensor is included on the EOS-1D X Mark II. There's added vertical AF coverage in the frame, for freedom of composition, and the large number of cross-type AF points achieves great tracking performance.
  • Page 79 AF points with high precision focusing. Please note that f/8 AF performance at all 61 AF points does depend upon using specific compatible Canon EF lenses and Canon version III tele extenders.
  • Page 80 61-point AF (1) The number and placement of cross-type points when using f/2.8 lenses 41-point cross-type AF points and 5 Dual Cross -f/2.8 AF points can be used with many lenses Most wide-aperture lenses with a maximum aperture up to f/2.8 are in Group A. With this group, the five vertical f/2.8 dual-cross AF points, and the left and right f/4 and f/5.6 cross-type AF points (20 points) can be used.
  • Page 81 Group A 41-point cross-type AF, with five f/2.8 dual-cross AF points at the center AF focusing is possible with all 61 points. All AF area selection modes can be chosen. f/2.8 and f/5.6/f/8 (dual-cross AF) f/4 and f/5.6/f/8 (cross-type AF) f/5.6 and f/8 (cross-type AF) f/5.6 and f/8...
  • Page 82 Group B 41-point cross-type AF, with one f/2.8 dual-cross AF point at the center AF focusing is possible with all 61 points. All AF area selection modes are available. Major lenses in Group B EF14mm F2.8L USM EF14mm F2.8L II USM EF15mm F2.8 Fisheye EF20mm F2.8 USM EF24mm F2.8...
  • Page 83 61-point AF (2) The number and placement of cross-type points when using f/4 lenses 41-point cross-type AF points can be used In Group C, 41-point cross-type AF points can be used with lenses having an f/4 maximum aperture (or many f/2.8 maximum aperture lenses using the EF 1.4x Extenders).
  • Page 84 Group C 41-point cross-type AF points available, and they can be used with a high level of tracking performance AF focusing is possible with all 61 points. All AF area selection modes are available. Major lenses in Group C EF50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro EF100mm F2.8 Macro EF100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM EF300mm F4L USM...
  • Page 85 Group E 31-point cross-type AF points available, with 10 cross-type points supported f/4 + f/5.6 AF can be carried out using 61 points You can choose all AF area selection modes. Major lenses in Group E EF11-24mm F4L USM EF200-400mmF4L IS USM Ext 1.4×...
  • Page 86 61-point AF (3) The number and placement of cross-type points when using f/5.6 lenses The majority of lenses can make use of the central 21-point cross-type AF With the exception of a small group of lenses (groups G and H), almost all lenses that have a maximum aperture up to f/5.6 are included in Group F, and can use all 61 AF points, including the 21-point cross-type AF (f/5.6 cross-type) in the central area.
  • Page 87 Group E The central 21-point cross-type AF can be used AF focusing is possible with 61 points. All AF area selection modes are available. Major lenses in Group E EF 50mm f/2.5 compact macro + EF100mm F2.8 Macro USM life size converter EF EF400mm F5.6L USM EF500mm F4.5L USM EF300mm F4L USM + Ext EF1.4x...
  • Page 88 Group G 21-points cross-type available, total of 47 AF points available to select AF focusing is possible with 47 points (61-point AF is not possible). All AF area selection modes are available. Major lenses in Group G EF800mm F5.6L IS USM EF35-350mm F3.5-5.6L USM Group H 15-points cross-type available, total of...
  • Page 89 Group K Single cross-type AF point available You can carry out AF focusing with five points, but it is not possible to manually select the points above, below, to the left and right. The following AF area selection modes are available: Single-point Spot AF, Single-point AF, and AF point expansion (the points above, below, left, and right).
  • Page 90 X Mark II, AF is possible using all 61 points, even with a maximum effective aperture of f/8. Combining many Canon EF lenses with f/4 max. apertures with a 2x extender, or f/5.6 lenses with a 1.4x extender, you can still autofocus using some or all of the 61 AF points.
  • Page 91 Group F (f/8 supported AF points) AF is possible with all 61 points Cross-type AF is possible with 21 points AF focusing is possible with all 61 points. All AF area selection modes can be chosen. Major lens + extender combinations in Group F EF400mm F2.8L IS II USM+ Ext EF2x EF400mm F2.8L IS USM+ Ext EF2x EF400mm F4 DO IS II USM+ Ext EF1.4x EF400mm F4 DO IS USM+ Ext EF1.4x...
  • Page 92 Group I AF is possible with 13 points AF is possible with the center point AF focusing is possible with 13 points. The following AF area selection modes are available: Single-point Spot AF, Single-point AF, Shooting with AF point expansion (up, down, left, and right), Zone AF (manual selection of zone), and Auto selection of 13 AF points.
  • Page 93 Group J AF is possible with 9 points AF is possible with the center point AF focusing is possible with 9 points. The following AF area selection modes are available: Single-point Spot AF, Single-point AF, Shooting with AF point expansion (up, down, left, and right), and Auto selection of 9 AF points.
  • Page 94 Capability of f/8 supported AF points When using an extender and a maximum aperture of f/8, all 61 AF points and AF area selection mode can be fully utilized on most lenses. As indicated in the chart on P. 92 "Group F (f/8 supported AF points,"...
  • Page 95 Chapter Release property settings and anti-flicker shooting AF operation and shutter-release timing settings Anti-fl icker shooting...
  • Page 96 AF operation and shutter-release timing settings You can set whether focusing or shutter-release has priority Shutter-release parameters during AI Servo [Set in the AF 2 tab] 1st image parameter [AI Servo 1st image priority] Equal priority This setting gives an equal priority to both focus and shutter- release, for the first shot in an AI Servo AF sequence.
  • Page 97 Parameters during continuous shooting [AI Servo 2nd image priority] Equal priority For 2nd and subsequent shots in a continuous sequence, this setting gives equal priority to both focus and shooting speed. The FPS rate of continuous shooting may slow down when it is dark, or in low contrast.
  • Page 98 Shutter-release parameter for One-Shot AF [Set in the AF3 tab] [One-Shot AF release priority] Focus priority You cannot shoot a picture unless the camera has confirmed sharp focus. It is effective when you want to shoot only after ensuring sharp focus. This is the factory-default setting for One- Shot AF in most EOS cameras.
  • Page 99 Anti-flicker shooting This feature can detect the rapid on-off-on flicker of fluorescent and similar artificial lights, and make slight changes in shutter timing so that each shot is captured at the lighting's peak brightness. It's for still images only. Anti-flicker shooting [Set in the tab] Anti-flicker shooting...
  • Page 100 Reduction of exposure and color irregularities during anti-flicker shooting Anti-flicker shooting Anti-flicker shooting [Enable] [Disable] When compared to [Disable], photos shot with Anti- flicker shooting set to [Enable] can be shot continuously with stable exposure and color. Please note that it does not operate while shooting with the mirror locked up, during Live View shooting, or during movie shooting.
  • Page 101 Chapter Utilizing the AF and Movie Servo AF Other useful functions (1) Memorize and immediately change AF points Automatic switching of AF points for horizontal and vertical shooting Memorize and immediatey change AF points [Separate AF points: Point only] is added to [Orientation linked AF point] Memorize and immediately change AF points Instantly recall AF points using...
  • Page 102 Chapter Custom Controls Rotation setting of functions Movie servo AF Using ISO Auto Exposure compensation is possible in M mode and ISO Auto Using ISO Auto Minimum shutter speed during ISO Auto expanded to 1/8000 sec.
  • Page 103 Memorize and immediately change AF points Automatic switching of AF points for horizontal and vertical shooting [Orientation linked AF point] is an outstanding feature for photographers who quickly change from horizontal to vertical compositions. Separate AF points can be memorized for each, and the camera will automatically switch from one to another as its orientation is rotated.
  • Page 104 Set up steps Change the camera position and select the desired AF point or AF mode Horizontal position Vertical position with grip at the top Vertical position with grip at the bottom Select the AF point for each position...
  • Page 105 Set up steps [AF area selection mode] Select the [AF area selection mode] for each position...
  • Page 106 Set up steps F i r s t , s e l e c t [Separate AF pts: Area+pt] f r o m [Orientation linked AF point]. Next, select the AF area selection mode and manually select an AF point location for each of the positions (orientation): A) camera Horizontal;...
  • Page 107 Whether you shoot sports or portraits, wildlife or fashion, it's common to quickly rotate the camera from horizontal to vertical orientation. The EOS-1D X Mark II is equipped with an abundance of AF points to choose from — 61 points to be exact. This provides a high degree of freedom when composing shots.
  • Page 108 Memorize and immediately change AF points [Separate AF points: Point only] is added to [Orientation linked AF point] Two [Orientation linked AF point] options: • Choose a different AF point and AF Area for horizontal and vertical orientations • Keep same AF Area for horiz. and vert. Set different AF points, but use the same AF area selection mode in both vertical and horizontal positions.
  • Page 109 [Separate AF points: Point only] Once an AF Area is selected (here, AF Point Expansion), it stays the same for horizontal and vertical shooting. [Separate AF points: Area+Point] Separate AF Area settings, as well as AF points, can be set for horizontal and vertical...
  • Page 110 Memorize and immediately change AF points Instantly recall AF points using [Switch to registered AF point] Memorize an AF point location, and instantly return to it by pressing a user-defined button Store your preferred AF point for instant access at the touch of a button Use [Custom Controls] from [C.Fn5: operation] Using the [Custom Controls] option from the custom...
  • Page 111 Set up steps There are two options to customize the controls to register an AF point Assign [Metering - AF start] to the button, or the button then press info and select [Registered AF point] Assign [Switch to registered AF point] to the button, , or...
  • Page 112 Press the assigned button (selected in stage 1) to switch to the registered AF point. AF point registration and usage is described above. Also, for more advanced usage this setting can be combined with [Orientation linked AF point] setting (described on pages 103-110).
  • Page 113 Another function that is effective for quickly switching AF points while shooting is AF point registration and recall feature possible using [Custom Controls]. There are several methods to achieve this; one is to assign registered AF points to a button via [Custom Controls] function.
  • Page 114 Shooting the side to side movement of tennis strokes. After photographing the player positioned to the right side with a manually selected AF point at the upper right, it was switched to the AF point registered/ memorized at the upper left, with a single push of a button, then the player was photographed returning a backhand shot positioned to the right side.
  • Page 115 Instantly switching AF area selection modes By assigning an [AF area selection mode] to a specific button in the [Custom Control] screen, you can continue shooting and switch AF areas instantly with the press of single button without having to move your eye from the viewfinder.
  • Page 116 Buttons that can be assigned to switching AF area selection modes There are the five buttons that can be assigned to switch AF area selections modes. button and button can be assigned with [Custom Controls] to [Register/recall shooting functions], and the button and button can be assigned with [Switch to registered AF functions].
  • Page 117 Set up steps [Register/recall shooting functions] Assign to the button, or the button to [Register/recall shooting functions] Press the button Select the [AF area selection mode] Assign [Register/recall shooting functions] to the button or the button with the custom function’s [Custom Controls].
  • Page 118 Set up steps [Switch to registered AF functions] Assign to the depth-of-field preview button Press the button Select the [AF area selection mode] Assign [Switch to registered AF functions] to the button with [Custom Controls]. Press the button or button on the assign function’s selection screen, and from various AF functions, select the [AF area selection mode], and set to mode that you want to use.
  • Page 119 AF area selection modes such as [Single-point AF] and [AF point expansion] are effective for switching according to the size and type of subjects. While looking through the viewfinder it can be difficult to change the mode while tracking the subject. However, by assigning the AF area selection modes you want to use to specific buttons, you can switch instantly while continuing shooting.
  • Page 120 Intelligent Viewfinder II In addition to displaying an electronic level at the top of the viewfinder's display, various settings can be displayed at the bottom. Using a transmissive LCD, this viewfinder can display a variety of information in your field of vision. Important camera settings such as AF area selection mode, shooting mode, metering mode, white balance, drive mode, AF operation, and flicker detection can be...
  • Page 121 Synchronize initial AF point used for auto selection AF with manually selected point When switching to [Auto selection AF] from another [AF area selection mode], the setting [Manual AF pt] activates auto selection AF starting with the AF point selected before switching in [Initial AF pt.
  • Page 122 [Manual selection: 1 point AF] [Auto selection AF] For example, this is effective when switching from [Manual selection: 1 point AF] to [Auto selection AF] when continuously shooting an athlete to track and shoot.
  • Page 123 Assigning functions to button This introduces a few useful settings that can be assigned with customization function C.Fn5 [Custom Controls]. Detailed settings for button’s [AF/Metering start] Four settings can be assigned such as [AI Servo AF characteristics] Press the button when the Custom Controls is button In detailed settings,...
  • Page 124 This feature makes it possible to instantly switch between continuous shooting modes using the two adjacent buttons Assign Assign [Case1] to [Case2] to When usually using the button (Case1) to shoot, use the button (Case2) to shoot when there are many obstacles Example: Switch AI Servo AF characteristics with button and...
  • Page 125 Assign [ONE SHOT AI SERVO] to buttons It is possible to assign [ONE SHOT AI SERVO] to the buttons using Custom Controls You can switch the AF operation while the button is pressed.
  • Page 126 When it is difficult to press the buttons which could be used for assigning functions buttons can easily be used to switch to One Shot and AI Servo while looking through the viewfinder Although it is possible to assign [ONE SHOT SERVO] to the buttons, when it is difficult to press these buttons on the front of the camera, it is...
  • Page 127 There are many useful settings that can be assigned to each button with customization function C.Fn5 [Custom Controls]. For example, when using AF functions that can be assigned to the buttons on the back of the camera, you can instantly switch functions to match the subject and situation without changing how you hold the camera.
  • Page 128 Custom Controls detailed settings When assigning functions with Custom Controls, if the ] button displays at the bottom left of the screen, there are more detailed function settings available. Detailed setting items have been added to the EOS-1D X Mark II. Detailed settings added to the EOS-1D X Mark II Detailed settings to assign [ONE SHOT...
  • Page 129 When assigning functions to buttons with Custom Controls, the [< > detailed settings] item will display at the bottom left of the setting screen. By pressing the < > button at this time, it is possible to perform detailed settings for the assign function. With the EOS-1D X Mark II, [Switch only when btn is held] and [Switch each time btn is pressed] detailed settings have been added to [One-Shot...
  • Page 130 Custom Controls Rotation setting of functions By pressing the button, included functions such as ISO speed, white balance, and drive mode can be switched, and each of the settings can be changed. It is possible to switch by rotating through the shooting function settings. Setting of shooting functions is possible without searching with just button and the dials.
  • Page 131 Each time the button is pressed, it is possible to switch the shooting function settings. With [Cycle between the set function] assigned, press button and shooting function settings switch in the order of (1) ISO speed -> (2) Exposure compensation/ aperture value ->...
  • Page 132 Movie servo AF By using Dual Pixel CMOS AF, it is now possible to track the subject's movement with AF points and focus with [Movie Servo AF]. By tuning Movie Servo AF for AF speed and subject tracking sensitivity, etc., it is possible to handle a variety of shooting.
  • Page 133 [Movie Servo AF speed] settings AF speed and operating conditions of [Movie Servo AF] can be set. The [AF speed] setting can be adjusted seven steps in the slow direction, and two steps in the fast direction from the standard speed. For adjusting in the slow direction, when fast focusing would appear unnatural.
  • Page 134 [Movie Servo AF track sens.] settings When panning during movie servo AF, or when an obstacle moves into the AF points, the responsive characteristics of movie servo AF when the AF points lose the subject can be set to one of seven levels. When set to [Responsive: +2], as it will respond quickly to subjects captured by the AF points, it is effective when you want to shoot while switching subjects.
  • Page 135 Using ISO Auto Exposure compensation is now possible in M mode and ISO Auto As a result of exposure compensation by changing the ISO speed in M mode being made possible, exposure compensation with fixed aperture values and shutter speeds is possible. You can control exposure compensation to match your creative intentions...
  • Page 136 How to control exposure compensation in M mode and ISO Auto Exposure compensation from the quick setting (Q) button In M mode and ISO speed Auto Controlling exposure compensation parameters with the Q button Controlling exposure compensation parameters When M mode and ISO Auto are set, you can use the Q button to enter the quick settings screen to perform exposure compensation.
  • Page 137 Assign [Exposure compensation] to the SET button In M mode and ISO speed Auto Assign exposure compensation to the SET button using Custom Controls SET button Exposure compensation is available from the main dial Assign the exposure compensation function to the SET button using C.Fn5 [Custom Controls].
  • Page 138 Using ISO Auto Minimum shutter speed at ISO Auto capable of setting to 1/8000 sec. [Min. shutter spd.] can be set up to the fastest shutter speed of 1/8000 sec. as the minimum shutter speed setting. In Av and P modes, you can shoot with reduced subject blur and camera shake due to high shutter speeds.
  • Page 139 Set up steps In [ISO speed settings] [Min. shutter spd.], you can select the minimum shutter speed from 1/8000 sec. to 1 sec. in 1 step increments. [AF tab 2] From [ISO speed settings] Select [Min. shutter spd.] And choose a minimum shutter speed...

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