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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS 50D is a high-performance, digital SLR camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with 15.10 effective megapixels, DIGIC 4, high-precision and high-speed 9-point AF (all cross-type points), high- speed 6.3 fps continuous shooting, and Live View shooting.

  • Page 3: In The Box

    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 and body cap) Wide Strap EW-EOS50D EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software) * Battery Charger CG-580 or CB-5L is provided. (The CB-5L comes with a power cord.) If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lens is included.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Manual

    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. 0, 9, 8 : Indicates that the respective function remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., or 16 sec.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapters For first-time users, chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction Camera basics. Getting Started Basic Shooting Fully automatic shooting for different subjects. Image Settings Setting the AF and Drive Modes Advanced Operations Shooting features for specific types of subjects. Live View Shooting Shoot while viewing the LCD monitor.
  • Page 6 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 Recharging the Battery... 24 Installing and Removing the Battery... 26 Turning on the Power ...
  • Page 7 Image Settings Setting the Image-recording Quality...60 i: Setting the ISO Speed...63 A Selecting a Picture Style ...65 A Customizing a Picture Style ...67 A Registering a Picture Style...69 B: Setting the White Balance ...71 Custom White Balance ...72 Setting the Color Temperature ...73 White Balance Correction ...74 Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction ...76 Creating and Selecting a Folder...78...
  • Page 8 Contents D Using the Built-in Flash... 107 Flash Control ... 111 External Speedlites ... 113 Live View Shooting A Preparing for Live View Shooting... 116 Shooting ... 118 Using AF to Focus ... 121 Focusing Manually... 127 Silent Shooting ... 128 Image Playback x Image Playback...
  • Page 9 Printing Images and Transferring Images to a Computer Preparing to Print ...154 w Printing...156 Trimming the Image ...161 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)...163 Direct Printing with DPOF ...166 d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer...167 Customizing the Camera Setting Custom Functions ...172 Custom Functions ...173 Custom Function Settings ...174 C.Fn I : Exposure ...174...

  • Page 10: Index To Features

    Index to Features Power Battery • Charging • Battery check Power outlet Auto power off Lens Attaching/Detaching Zoom Image Stabilizer Basic Settings (Menu Functions) Language Date/Time LCD brightness adjustment Beeper Shoot w/o card Recording Images Format Create/select a folder File No. Image Quality Image-recording quality ISO speed...
  • Page 11 Shooting Creative Auto Quick Control screen Self-timer Program AE Shutter-priority AE Aperture-priority AE Manual exposure Bulb Mirror lockup Exposure adjustment Exposure compensation AE lock Exposure level increments Flash Built-in flash • Flash exposure compensation • FE lock External flash Flash control Live View shooting Live View shooting •...

  • Page 12: Handling Precautions

    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.
  • Page 13 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.

  • Page 14: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide For EF-S lens EF- S レンズ Insert the battery. To recharge the battery, see page 24. Attach the lens. For EF lens When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with the white index on the camera. For other lenses, align it with the red index.
  • Page 15 To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.132). To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.144). Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.48) All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically. Focus the subject. Look through the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject.

  • Page 16: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**). <n> Metering mode selection/White balance selection button (p.100/71) <o> AF mode selection/Drive mode selection button (p.84/89) <m> ISO speed setting/ Flash exposure compensation button (p.63/109) <6> Main Dial (p.36) Shutter button (p.35)
  • Page 17 <V> Focal plane mark <9> Multi-controller (p.36) Dioptric adjustment knob (p.34) Eyecup (p.97) Viewfinder eyepiece <A/l> Live View shooting/Print/Share button (p.117/159,168) <M> Menu button (p.40) LCD monitor (p.40, 145) <B> Info/ Trimming orientation button (p.120,132,188/ 161) <x> Playback button (p.132) <L>...

  • Page 18: Lcd Panel

    Nomenclature LCD Panel Shutter speed Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (buSY) Image-recording quality (p.60) Large/Fine Large/Normal Medium/Fine Medium/Normal Small/Fine Small/Normal 1 RAW D Small RAW White balance (p.71) Q Auto W Daylight E Shade R Cloudy Y Tungsten light U White fluorescent light I Flash O Custom...

  • Page 19: Viewfinder Information

    Viewfinder Information Focusing screen <A> AE lock/ AEB in-progress <D> Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning <e> High-speed sync (FP flash) <d> FE lock/ FEB in-progress <y> Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (D buSY) Aperture The display will show only the settings currently applied.
  • Page 20 Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial has the Basic Zone modes and Creative Zone modes. Camera User Settings Most camera settings can be registered under w or x (p.186). Image Zone 2 : Portrait (p.51) 3: Landscape (p.52) 4 : Close-up (p.53) 5 : Sports (p.54) 6 : Night Portrait (p.55) 7: Flash Off (p.56)
  • Page 21 Nomenclature for Kit Lenses EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS and EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Focusing ring (p.88,127) Hood mount (p.209, 210) Filter thread (front of lens) (p.209, 210) Image Stabilizer switch (p.33) Lens mount index (p.31) EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM and EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Focus mode switch (p.31) Hood mount (p.209, 210)
  • Page 22 Nomenclature Battery Charger CG-580 Charger for Battery Pack BP-511A (p.24). Battery pack slot Charge lamp This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps and basic camera operations. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any slack and make sure the strap will not loosen from the buckle.

  • Page 24: Recharging The Battery

    Recharging the Battery Battery pack slot index CG-580 CB-5L Recharge Level Charge Lamp 0 - 50% Blinks once per second 50 - 75% Blinks twice per second Blinks three times 75 - 90% per second 90% or higher Lights on * The numbers and markings on the battery charger correspond to the table above.
  • Page 25 Do not recharge any battery pack other than Battery Pack BP-511A, BP- 514, BP-511, or BP-512. Battery Pack BP-511A is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable.

  • Page 26: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged Battery Pack BP-511A into the camera. Battery Pack BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512 can also be used. Removing the Battery After opening the battery compartment cover, be careful not to swing it back further.

  • Page 27: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the Power About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the sensor cleaning will be executed automatically. During the sensor cleaning, the LCD monitor will display <f>. Even during the sensor cleaning, you can still shoot by pressing the shutter button halfway (p.35) to stop the sensor cleaning and take a picture.

  • Page 28: Checking The Battery Level

    Turning on the Power Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1> or <J>, the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels: Battery Life Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack BP-511A, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera &...

  • Page 29: Installing And Removing The Cf Card

    Installing and Removing the CF Card Although the thickness is different between the two types of CF cards, either one can be inserted into the camera. Also, Ultra DMA (UDMA) cards and hard disk-type cards can be used. Installing the Card Label side Card ejection button Shots remaining...

  • Page 30: Removing The Card

    Installing and Removing the CF Card Removing the Card Access lamp Card ejection button The access lamp lights or blinks while the picture is taken, when 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.

  • Page 31: Attaching And Detaching A Lens

    Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens EF-S lens mount index EF lens mount index Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera.

  • Page 32: Zoom

    Attaching and Detaching a Lens About Zooming Detaching the Lens To owners of the EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS kit lens: Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause loss of vision. If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do not touch the rotating part.

  • Page 33: About The Lens Image Stabilizer

    About the Lens Image Stabilizer The procedure explained here is based on the EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens as an example. * IS stands for Image Stabilizer. The Image Stabilizer is not effective for moving subjects. The Image Stabilizer may not be effective for excessive shaking such as on a rocking boat.

  • Page 34: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types, sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.

  • Page 35: Shutter Button

    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: •...
  • Page 36 Basic Operation < > Using the Main Dial for Selecting < > Operating the Multi-controller After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial. When you press a button, its function remains selected for 6 seconds (9). During this time, you can turn the <6> dial to set the desired setting.
  • Page 37 < > Using the Quick Control Dial for Selecting Before using the < > dial, set the power switch to <J>. You can also do step (1) when the power switch is set to <1>. After pressing a button, turn the <5>...

  • Page 38: Using The Quick Control Screen

    Using the Quick Control Screen The shooting settings are displayed on the LCD monitor where you can quickly select and set the functions. This is called the Quick Control screen. Basic Zone modes Creative Zone modes If [8C.Fn III -3: AF point selection method] is set to [1: Multi-controller direct] (p.179), the Quick Control screen cannot be displayed.
  • Page 39 Quick Control Screen Nomenclature Aperture (p.96) Shutter speed (p.94) Exposure compensation/ AEB setting (p.102) Shooting mode (p.20) Image-recording quality (p.60) AF point (p.86) Picture Style (p.65) Function Setting Display <0> <A> (Highlight tone priority) cannot be set with the Quick Control screen. Using the Quick Control Screen ISO speed (p.63) Highlight tone priority (p.177)

  • Page 40: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations By setting various functions with the menus, you can set the image- recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the <M> button on the camera back and the <6> < <M> button LCD monitor Basic Zone Mode Menu Screen * The [2/8/9] tabs are not displayed in the Full Auto and Basic Zone modes.
  • Page 41 Menu Setting Procedure The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen. Display the menu. Press the <M> button to display the menu. Select a tab. Turn the < > dial to select a tab. Select the desired item.

  • Page 42: Before You Start

    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.

  • Page 43: Formatting The Card

    3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or personal computer, format the card with the camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep.

  • Page 44: Set The Power-Off Time/Auto Power Off

    Before You Start 3 Set the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off You can change the auto power-off time for the camera to turn off automatically after a certain period of non-operation. 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.

  • Page 45: Reverting The Camera To The Default Settings

    3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to the default. Shooting Settings AF mode One-Shot AF Metering mode q (Evaluative metering) Drive mode u (Single shooting) Exposure 0 (Zero) compensation Canceled Flash exposure...

  • Page 46: About Copyright Information

    Before You Start Camera Settings Auto power off 1 min. Beep Shoot w/o card Review time 2 sec. Highlight alert Disable AF point display Disable Histogram Brightness About Copyright Information If you use EOS Utility (provided software) to set your copyright information, the copyright information will be added to the image’s Exif information.

  • Page 47: Basic Shooting

    Basic Shooting This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results. With the Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically (p.196). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, shooting settings cannot be changed in the Basic Zone modes.

  • Page 48: Fully Automatic Shooting

    1 Fully Automatic Shooting AF point Focus confirmation light Set the Mode Dial to <1>. Aim any AF point over the subject. All the AF points will operate, and focus will generally be achieved at the AF point covering the closest object.
  • Page 49 1 Fully Automatic Shooting The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved. Aim the AF point over an area having good contrast between light and dark, then press the shutter button halfway (p.88). If you are too close to the subject, move away and try again.

  • Page 50: Full Auto Techniques

    1 Full Auto Techniques Recomposing the Shot Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective. In the <1> (Full Auto) mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked. You can then recompose the shot and press the shutter button completely to take the picture.

  • Page 51: Shooting Portraits

    2 Shooting Portraits The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes flesh tones and the hair look softer than with the <1> (Full Auto) mode. Shooting Tips The farther the distance between the subject and background, the better.

  • Page 52: Shooting Landscapes

    3 Shooting Landscapes Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, or to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also become more vivid and sharper than with <1> (Full Auto). Shooting Tips With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end.

  • Page 53: Shooting Close-Ups

    4 Shooting Close-ups When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macro lens (sold separately). Shooting Tips Use a simple background. A simple background makes the flower, etc., stand out better. Move to the subject as close as possible.

  • Page 54: Shooting Moving Subjects

    5 Shooting Moving Subjects To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Shooting Tips Use a telephoto lens. Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar. Use the center AF point to focus.

  • Page 55: Shooting Portraits At Night

    6 Shooting Portraits at Night To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Shooting Tips Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view.

  • Page 56: Disabling Flash

    7 Disabling Flash In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for candlelight scenes when you want to capture the ambient light. Shooting Tips If the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks, take care to prevent camera shake.

  • Page 57: C Creative Auto Shooting

    C Creative Auto Shooting The <C> (Creative Auto) mode enables you to easily change the picture’s brightness, etc. The default settings are the same as the <1> (Full Auto) mode. * CA stands for Creative Auto. Set the Mode Dial to <C>. The Creative Auto screen appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 58: Battery Check

    C Creative Auto Shooting Shutter speed and aperture Battery check (1) Flash firing <a> (Auto firing), <D> (Flash on), or <b> (Flash off) can be selected. If you set <b>, see “Disabling Flash” on page 56. (2) Blurring/sharpening the background If you move the index mark toward the left, the background will look more blurred.

  • Page 59: Image Settings

    This chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Styles, white balance, color space, etc. In the Basic Zone modes, you can only set the image- recording quality and lens peripheral illumination correction, create and select folders, and set the file numbering as explained in this chapter.

  • Page 60: Setting The Image-Recording Quality

    Setting the Image-recording Quality You can select the pixel count and the image quality. The following JPEG quality settings can be set: 73, 83, 74, 84, 76, 86. RAW images captured as 1, D1, or D2 must be processed with the provided software (p.62). Image-recording Quality Setting Example 73 only 1+73...
  • Page 61 ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom Functions, etc. The maximum burst applies to high-speed continuous shooting. Figures in parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) 2GB card based on Canon’s testing standards. If you select both RAW and JPEG, the same image will be captured in both types at the selected image-recording quality.

  • Page 62: Maximum Burst

    3 Setting the Image-recording Quality About RAW The RAW image is the data output by the image sensor and converted to digital data which is recorded on the card as is. You can select it from among 1, D1, or D2. “RAW” written in the text will refer to all three RAW settings: 1, D1, and D2.

  • Page 63: I: Setting The Iso Speed

    The maximum burst is displayed even when a card is not in the camera. Make sure that a card is loaded before taking a picture. The maximum burst for <o> is displayed regardless of the drive mode setting. If [8C.Fn II -2: High ISO speed noise reduction] is set to [2: Strong], the maximum burst will be reduced (p.176).
  • Page 64 i: Setting the ISO SpeedN ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed 100 - 200 400 - 800 1600 - 3200, H1, H2 If [8C.Fn II -3: Highlight tone priority] is set to [1: Enable], the settable ISO speed range will be ISO 200 - 3200 (p.177). Using a high ISO speed or shooting in high-temperature conditions may result in more grainy images.

  • Page 65: A Selecting A Picture Style

    A Selecting a Picture StyleN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain the image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject. In the Basic Zone modes (except for C), you cannot select the Picture Style. You can also use the [2 Picture Style] menu to select the Picture Style. Picture Style Effects P Standard (C: Standard) The image looks vivid, sharp, and crisp.

  • Page 66: About The Symbols

    A Selecting a Picture StyleN S Neutral This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer.

  • Page 67: A Customizing A Picture Style

    A Customizing a Picture StyleN 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...
  • Page 68 A Customizing a Picture StyleN 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] explained on the preceding...

  • Page 69: A Registering A Picture Style

    A Registering a Picture StyleN 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.
  • Page 70 A Registering a Picture StyleN 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.

  • Page 71: B: Setting The White Balance

    About White Balance 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.

  • Page 72: Custom White Balance

    B: Setting the White BalanceN Custom White Balance Custom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy. Do this procedure under the actual light source to be used. Spot metering circle Photograph a white object.

  • Page 73: Setting The Color Temperature

    If the exposure obtained in step 1 is way off, a correct white balance might not be obtained. If the image was captured while the Picture Style was set to [Monochrome] (p.66), it cannot be selected in step 3. Instead of a white object, an 18% gray card (commercially available) can produce a more accurate white balance.

  • Page 74: White Balance Correction

    White Balance CorrectionN 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.

  • Page 75: Wb Bracketing

    White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color tone 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.

  • Page 76: Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction

    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 drops in peripheral illumination. This can be corrected. For JPEG images, lens light fall-off is corrected when the image is captured.
  • Page 77 About the Lens Correction Data The camera already contains lens peripheral light correction data for about 20 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 the EOS Utility (provided software), you can check which lenses have their correction data registered in the camera.

  • Page 78: Creating And Selecting A Folder

    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 [Select folder]. Under the [5] tab, select [Select folder], then press <0>.

  • Page 79: Selecting A Folder

    Selecting a Folder Lowest file number Quantity of images in folder Folder name Highest file number About Folders As with “100CANON” 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.

  • Page 80: File Numbering Methods

    File Numbering Methods The 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. The file number will appear on a personal computer in this format: IMG_0001.JPG.

  • Page 81: Auto Reset

    Auto Reset The file numbering restarts from 0001 each time the card is replaced or a new folder is created. Whenever the card is replaced or a new folder created, the file numbering starts from 0001. This is convenient if you want to organize images according to cards or folders.

  • Page 82: Setting The Color Space

    Setting the Color SpaceN 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. In the Basic Zone modes, sRGB is set automatically. About Adobe RGB This color space is mainly used for commercial printing and other industrial uses.

  • Page 83: Setting The Af And Drive Modes

    Setting the AF and You can also select the AF mode and drive mode best matching the shooting conditions and subject. The M icon on the right of the page title indicates that the respective feature is available only in the Creative Zone modes (d, s, f, a, 8).

  • Page 84: F: Selecting The Af Mode

    f: Selecting the AF ModeN Select the AF mode suiting the shooting conditions or subject. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF mode is set automatically. One-Shot AF for Still Subjects Suited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once.

  • Page 85: Ai Servo Af For Moving Subjects

    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. Or see “When Autofocus Fails” (p.88). If the [1 Beep] menu is set to [Off], the beeper will not sound when focus is achieved.

  • Page 86: S Selecting The Af Point

    S Selecting the AF PointN Select one of the nine AF points to autofocus. In the Basic Zone and <8> modes, automatic AF point selection will take effect automatically. You cannot select the AF point. Selecting with the Dial Selecting with the Multi-controller Press the <S>...
  • Page 87 When looking at the LCD panel to select the AF point, note the following: Automatic selection right , top If focus cannot be achieved with the external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite’s AF-assist beam, select the center AF point. AF-Assist Beam with the Built-in Flash Under low-light conditions, when you press the shutter button halfway, the built-in flash fires a brief burst of flashes.

  • Page 88: When Autofocus Fails

    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 Low-contrast subjects (Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.) Subjects in low light Extremely backlit or reflective subjects (Example: Car with a reflective body, etc.) Near and far subjects covered by an AF point (Example: Animal in a cage, etc.)

  • Page 89: Selecting The Drive Mode

    i Selecting the Drive ModeN Single and continuous drive modes are provided. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum drive mode is set automatically. u : Single shooting When you press the shutter button completely, one shot will be taken. o: High-speed continuous shooting i : Low-speed continuous shooting In the o and i modes, the camera will shoot continuously...

  • Page 90: Self-Timer Operation

    j Self-timer Operation Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture. The <j> (10 sec. timer) can be used in all shooting modes. After taking self-timer shots, you should check the image for proper focus and exposure (p.132). If you will not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.105).

  • Page 91: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations The M icon on the right of the page title indicates that the respective feature is available only in the Creative Zone modes (d, s, f, a, 8). After you press the shutter button halfway and let go, the LCD panel and viewfinder information will remain displayed for about 4 sec.

  • Page 92: D: Program Ae

    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 Mode Dial to <d>. Focus the subject. Look through the viewfinder and aim the selected AF point over the subject.
  • Page 93 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.

  • Page 94: S: Shutter-Priority Ae

    s: Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the correct exposure matching 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.
  • Page 95 If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture stops blinking or set a higher ISO speed. If the minimum aperture blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a faster shutter speed until the aperture stops blinking or set a lower ISO speed.

  • Page 96: F: Aperture-Priority Ae

    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.

  • Page 97: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    If the “30"” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a larger aperture (smaller f/number) until the blinking stops or set a higher ISO speed. If the “8000” shutter speed blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a smaller aperture (larger f/number) until the blinking stops or set a lower ISO speed.

  • Page 98: A: Manual Exposure

    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 handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * <a>...

  • Page 99: 8: Automatic Depth-Of-Field Ae

    8: Automatic Depth-of-Field AE Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture required to attain the necessary depth of field will be set automatically. * <8>...

  • Page 100: Selecting The Metering Mode

    q Selecting the Metering ModeN The metering mode is the method of measuring the brightness of the subject. In the Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering is set automatically. This is an all-around metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene.

  • Page 101: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Setting Exposure CompensationN Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure set by the camera. You can make the image look brighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). You can set the exposure compensation up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Increased exposure for a brighter image Decreased exposure for a...

  • Page 102: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)N By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive shots. This is called AEB. AEB amount Canceling AEB Follow steps 1 and 2 to turn off the AEB amount display. AEB will be canceled automatically when you set the power switch to <2>...

  • Page 103: A Ae Lock

    A AE LockN 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.

  • Page 104: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while 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.

  • Page 105: Using The Eyepiece Cover

    Using the Eyepiece Cover If you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover (p.23) attached to the camera strap. Connecting the Remote Switch You can connect the 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.

  • Page 106: Mirror Lockup

    Mirror LockupN Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations can also help when you use a super telephoto lens or shoot close ups. When [8C.Fn III -6: Mirror lockup] is set to [1: Enable] (p.180), shooting with mirror lockup will be possible.

  • Page 107: D Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash E-TTL II autoflash obtains high-precision and consistent flash shots. Using the Built-in Flash in the Basic Zone If necessary, the built-in flash will pop-up automatically in low-light or backlit conditions. (except in <3> <5> <7> modes) Using the Built-in Flash in the Creative Zone Regardless of the light level, you can press the <D>...

  • Page 108: Using Red-Eye Reduction

    Using the Built-in Flash Effective Range of Built-in Flash Aperture f/3.5 3.7 / 12.1 5.3 / 17.4 7.4 / 24.3 10.5 / 34.4 14.9 / 48.9 21.0 / 68.9 29.7 / 97.4 3.3 / 10.8 4.6 / 15.1 6.5 / 21.3 9.2 / 30.2 13.0 / 42.7 18.4 / 60.4 26.0 / 85.3 f/5.6 2.3 / 7.5 3.3 / 10.8 4.6 / 15.1 6.6 / 21.7...

  • Page 109: Compensation

    y Flash Exposure CompensationN In the same way as normal exposure compensation, you can set exposure compensation for flash. You can set flash exposure compensation up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Increased exposure Decreased exposure If [8C.Fn II -4: Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.177) has been enabled, the effect of the exposure compensation and flash exposure compensation might be minimized.

  • Page 110: Take The Picture

    Using the Built-in Flash A FE LockN FE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject. If the subject is too far away and beyond the effective range of the flash, the <D>...

  • Page 111: Flash Control

    Flash ControlN The built-in flash and an external Speedlite can also be set with the menu. The menu for the external Speedlite will be applicable only to EX-series Speedlites whose functions can be set with the camera. About [Flash firing] About [Built-in flash func.
  • Page 112 3 Flash ControlN E-TTL II For normal flash exposures, set it to [Evaluative]. If [Average] is set, the flash exposure will be averaged for the entire metered scene as with an external metering flash. Flash exposure compensation may be necessary depending on the scene, so this setting is for advanced users. Setting an External Speedlite Select either [External flash func.

  • Page 113: External Speedlites

    When the flash metering mode is set to TTL autoflash with the flash’s Custom Function, the flash will fire at full output only. Canon Speedlites other than the EX-series With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series Speedlite set in the TTL or A-TTL autoflash mode, the flash can be fired at full output only. Set the camera’s shooting mode to <a>...

  • Page 114: Using Non-Canon Flash Units

    PC Terminal Cautions for Live View shooting When using a non-Canon flash unit for Live View shooting, set the [6 Live View function settings] menu’s [Silent shoot.] to [Disable]. The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].

  • Page 115: Live View Shooting

    Live View Shooting You can shoot while viewing the picture 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.

  • Page 116: A Preparing For Live View Shooting

    Preparing for Live View ShootingN Set the camera for Live View shooting. Set the shooting mode. Set the shooting mode to a Creative Zone mode. Live View shooting does not work in Basic Zone modes. Select [Live View function settings]. Under the [6] tab, select [Live View function settings], then press <0>.

  • Page 117: Exposure Simulation

    About [Exposure simulation] Exposure simulation displays and simulates how the brightness of the actual image will look. The [Disable] and [Enable] settings are explained below: Disable The image is displayed at the standard brightness to make the Live View image easy to see. Enable The Live View image will closely reflect the brightness level of the actual image you capture.

  • Page 118: Shooting

    ShootingN Operations During Live View Display 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 <o > or <m> button, you can display and change the settings on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 119: Grid

    Pressing the <M> button will display the menu screen so you can set menu functions. Press the <M> button again to return to the Live View image. If you select [2 Dust Delete Data], [6 Sensor cleaning], [7 Clear settings], or [7 Firmware Ver.], the Live View shooting will be terminated.
  • Page 120 ShootingN About the Information Display Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. Live View exposure simulation Picture Style AF mode Drive mode White balance Image-recording quality Shutter speed Aperture Exposure level AEB range Flash exposure compensation About the <E>...

  • Page 121: Using Af To Focus

    Using AF to FocusN Selecting the AF Mode Three AF modes are provided: [Quick mode], [Live mode] (p.123), and [Liveu mode] (face detection) (p.124). If you want to achieve precise focusing, magnify the image and focus manually (p.127). Quick mode The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in the One-Shot AF mode (p.84) in the same way (AF method on p.84, 86) as with viewfinder shooting.
  • Page 122 Using AF to FocusN You cannot take a picture during autofocusing. Take the picture only while the Live View image is displayed. Autofocus will not work with the release button on the Remote Switch RS-80N3 and Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately). Select the AF point.

  • Page 123: Live Mode

    Live Mode The image sensor is used to focus. Although AF is possible with the Live View image displayed, the AF operation will take longer than with Quick mode. Also, achieving focus may be more difficult than with Quick mode. AF point Display the Live View image.
  • Page 124 Using AF to FocusN Liveu (Face Detection) Mode With the same AF method as with the Live mode, the human face is detected and focused. Have the person face the camera. Display the Live View image. Press the <A> button. The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 125 The face-detecting AF point might cover only part of the face. An object other than a human face might be detected as a face. Face detection will not work if the face is very small or large in the picture, too bright or too dark, titled horizontally or diagonally, or partially hidden.
  • Page 126 Using AF to FocusN Shooting conditions which can make focusing difficult: Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color 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.

  • Page 127: Focusing Manually

    Focusing ManuallyN Magnify the image and focus 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 to the position where you want to focus. Use <9>...

  • Page 128: Silent Shooting

    If you use flash, the [Disable] operation will take effect even if you had set it to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2]. When using a non-Canon flash unit, set it to [Disable]. (The flash will not fire if [Mode 1] or [Mode 2] is set.) Instructions for setting the [6 Live View function settings] menu’s [Silent shoot.]...
  • Page 129 Notes about the Live View image Under low light 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.
  • Page 130 Notes about Custom Functions Live View shooting will disable some Custom Function settings (p.173). If [8C.Fn II -4: Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.177) is not set to [3: Disable], the image will look bright even if a decreased exposure compensation has been set. Notes about lenses and flash The focus preset feature on super telephoto lenses cannot be used.

  • Page 131: Image Playback

    Image Playback This chapter explains how to playback and erase images, how to display images 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 personal computer or whose file name was changed.

  • Page 132: Image Playback

    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.

  • Page 133: B Shooting Information Display

    B Shooting Information Display Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed Metering mode Shooting mode Color temperature if <P> is set Image-recording quality Playback number/ Total images recorded White balance White balance correction * When you shoot in the RAW+JPEG mode, the JPEG image file size will be displayed.
  • Page 134 x Image Playback About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness. And the RGB histogram display is for checking the color saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with the [4 Histogram] menu. [Brightness] Display This histogram is a graph showing the distribution of the image’s brightness level.

  • Page 135: H I Searching For Images Quickly

    x Searching for Images Quickly H 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 <I>...
  • Page 136 x Searching for Images Quickly I Jump through Images (Jump display) With the single image display, index display, and magnified view, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images. Jump method Image location Select the jump method. With the [4 Image jump w/6] menu’s [1 image/10 images/100 images/Screen/Date/Folder] option,...

  • Page 137: Magnified View

    u/y Magnified View You can magnify the image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Magnified area position During the magnified view, you can turn the <5> (or <6>) dial to view another image at the same magnification and position (the display jumps according to the selected jump method).

  • Page 138: Rotating The Image

    b Rotating the Image You can rotate the image to the desired orientation. If you have set [5 Auto rotate] to [OnzD] (p.146) 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 [5Auto rotate] menu to [OnzD].

  • Page 139: Auto Playback (Slide Show)

    Auto Playback (Slide Show) You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. Quantity of images for playback Item All images All the images in the card will be played back. Images in the selected folder will be played back. nFolder Images taken on the selected shooting date will be played Date...

  • Page 140: Start The Slide Show

    3 Auto Playback (Slide Show) Play time During pause, you can turn the <5> dial to view another image. During the slide show, auto power off will not work. The display time may vary depending on the image. To view the slide show on a TV set, see page 141. Set the Play time and Repeat options.

  • Page 141: Viewing The Images On Tv

    Viewing the Images on TV You can also view the images on a TV set. Turn off the camera and the television before connecting them. * Depending on the TV monitor, part of the image might be cut off. Viewing on Non-HD (Hi-Definition) TV Sets AUDIO (Yellow) VIDEO...
  • Page 142 Viewing the Images on TV Viewing on HD (Hi-Definition) TV Sets The HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required. Do not connect any other device to the camera’s <D> terminal. Doing so may cause malfunction. Some TVs might not be able to display the captured images. In such a case, use the provided video cable to connect to the TV.

  • Page 143: K Protecting Images

    K Protecting Images Protecting the image prevents it from being erased accidentally. Image protect icon If you format the card (p.43), the protected images will also be erased. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera’s erase function.

  • Page 144: L Erasing Images

    L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.143) 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 it.

  • Page 145: Changing Image Playback Settings

    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, you should look at the histogram (p.134). 3 Setting the Image Review Time You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture.

  • Page 146: Auto Rotate Of Vertical Images

    Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Auto Rotate of Vertical Images Vertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and personal 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.

  • Page 147: Sensor Cleaning

    Sensor Cleaning The camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit attached to the image sensor’s front layer (low-pass filter) to shake off dust automatically. The Dust Delete Data can also be appended to the image so that the dust spots remaining can be erased automatically by Digital Photo Professional (provided software).

  • Page 148: Automatic Sensor Cleaning

    Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not be aware of this operation. However, you can execute the sensor cleaning at anytime as well as disable it.

  • Page 149: Appending Dust Delete Data

    Appending Dust Delete DataN 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.

  • Page 150: Photograph A Solid-White Object

    3 Appending Dust Delete DataN 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 bundled software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM.

  • Page 151: Manual Sensor Cleaning

    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.
  • Page 152 3 Manual Sensor CleaningN While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. Doing any of the following will cut off the power and close the shutter. The shutter curtains and image sensor might get damaged. • Setting the power switch to <2>. •...

  • Page 153: Printing Images And Transferring Images To A Computer

    Printing Images and Transferring Images to a Computer Printing (p.154) 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.163) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing...

  • Page 154: Preparing To Print

    Preparing to Print You do the direct printing procedure entirely with your 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.
  • Page 155 PictBridge The camera cannot be used with printers compatible only with CP Direct or Bubble Jet Direct. When connecting the camera to the printer, do not use any cable other than the interface cable provided. If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the printer.

  • Page 156: Printing

    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 will be displayed. * Depending on the printer, settings such as the date and file number imprinting and trimming might not be available.
  • Page 157 The paper type screen will appear. 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.

  • Page 158: Set The Printing Effects

    wPrinting Item The image will be printed according to the printer’s standard colors. The image’s Exif data is used to make automatic corrections. EOff No automatic correction will be performed. The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce EVivid more vivid blues and greens.

  • Page 159: Start Printing

    With Easy printing, you can print another image with the same settings. Just select the image and press the < printing, the number of copies will always be 1. Also, any trimming will not be applied. For details on trimming, see page 161. The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer’s own default settings as set by the printer’s manufacturer.
  • Page 160 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 <...

  • Page 161: Trimming The Image

    Trimming the Image Tilt correction On the print setting screen, select [Trimming]. Set the trimming frame size, position, and proportion. The image area within the trimming frame will be printed. The trimming frame’s vertical-to-horizontal proportion can be changed with [Paper settings]. Changing the trimming frame size When you press the <u>...

  • Page 162: Error Messages

    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.

  • Page 163: Digital Print Order Format (Dpof)

    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].
  • Page 164 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Standard Index Print type Both Date File number 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. When printing with DPOF, you must use the card whose print order specifications have been set.

  • Page 165: Print Ordering

    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.

  • Page 166: Direct Printing With Dpof

    Direct Printing with DPOF Preparing to print. See page 154. Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printer” procedure up to step 5. Under the [ ] tab, select [Print order]. Select [Print]. [Print] will be displayed only if the camera is connected to the printer and printing is possible.

  • Page 167: Transferring Images To A Personal Computer

    d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer By connecting the camera to a personal computer, you can transfer images from the camera’s card by operating the camera. This feature is called direct image transfer. Before connecting the camera to a personal computer, be sure to install the provided software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk on CD-ROM) in the personal computer.

  • Page 168: Transferring Images To A Personal Computer

    d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Shooting will be disabled while the direct transfer screen is displayed. If the [EOS Utility] screen does not appear, see Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera. Pull out the cable by grasping the plug (instead of the cord).
  • Page 169 Options other than [All Images] are explained below. To start the image transfer, press the <l> button. New images Images which have not yet been transferred to the personal computer will be selected by the camera automatically and transferred. Transfer order images You select the images and they are transferred to the personal computer in a batch.

  • Page 170: Selecting The Images To Be Transferred

    d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer 3 Selecting the Images to be Transferred Sel.Image Select [Byn] and select the folder. All the images in the folder will then be included in the transfer order. If you select Clear all and a folder, the transfer order for all the images in the folder will be canceled.

  • Page 171: Customizing The Camera

    Customizing the Camera With Custom Functions, you can change the camera functions according to your preference. Also, the current camera settings can be saved under the Mode Dial’s <w> and <x> positions. The functions explained in this chapter apply to Creative Zone modes.

  • Page 172: Setting Custom Functions

    Setting Custom FunctionsN 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 after all the Custom Functions are cleared, the setting for [8C.Fn IV - 5: Focusing Screen] will remain intact.

  • Page 173: Custom Functions

    Custom FunctionsN C.Fn I: Exposure Exposure level increments ISO speed setting increments ISO expansion Bracketing auto cancel Bracketing sequence Safety shift Flash sync. speed in Av mode C.Fn II: Image Long exposure noise reduction High ISO speed noise reduction Highlight tone priority Auto Lighting Optimizer C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive Lens drive when AF impossible...

  • Page 174: Custom Function Settings

    Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn I: Exposure C.Fn I -1 Exposure level increments 0: 1/3-stop 1: 1/2-stop Sets 1/2-stop increments for the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, AEB, etc. Effective when you prefer to control the exposure in less fine increments than 1/3-stop increments. The exposure level will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as shown below.

  • Page 175: Bracketing Sequence

    C.Fn I -5 Bracketing sequence The AEB shooting sequence and white balance bracketing sequence can be changed. 0: 0, -, + 1: -, 0, + 0 : Standard exposure - : Decreased exposure - : More blue + : Increased exposure + : More amber C.Fn I -6 Safety shift 0: Disable...

  • Page 176: C.fn Ii: Image

    3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II: Image 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. 2: On Noise reduction is performed for all exposures of 1 sec.

  • Page 177: Highlight Tone Priority

    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 in the shadow areas may be slightly more than usual. With setting 1, the settable ISO speed range will be 200 - 3200.

  • Page 178: C.fn Iii: Autofocus/Drive

    3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive C.Fn III -1 Lens drive when AF impossible If autofocus is executed, but focus cannot be achieved, the camera can either keep trying to focus or stop. 0: Focus search on 1: Focus search off Prevents the camera from becoming grossly out of focus as it attempts to focus again.

  • Page 179: Af Point Selection Method

    C.Fn III -3 AF point selection method 0: Normal Press the <S> button and use <9> to select the AF point. 1: Multi-controller direct Without pressing the <S> button first, you can just use <9> to select the desired AF point. Pressing the <S> button will set it to automatic AF point selection.

  • Page 180: Mirror Lockup

    3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn III -6 Mirror lockup 0: Disable 1: Enable Prevents camera vibrations caused by the reflex mirror action which can disturb shooting with super telephoto lenses or close-up (macro) shooting. See page 106 for the mirror lockup procedure. C.Fn III -7 AF Microadjustment Normally, this adjustment is not required.

  • Page 181: C.fn Iv: Operation/Others

    It is best to make the adjustment at the actual place to be photographed. This will make the adjustment more precise. With setting 2, if an Extender is used, the adjustment will be registered for the lens and Extender combination. The registered AF microadjustments will be retained even if you use the Custom Function to clear all settings (p.172).

  • Page 182: Assign Set Button

    3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn IV -3 Assign SET button You can assign a frequently-used function to <0>. When the camera is ready to shoot, you can press <0>. 0: Normal (disabled) 1: Image quality Press <0> to display the image-recording quality setting screen on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 183: Focusing Screen

    Ef-A. Even if all the Custom Functions are cleared, this setting will be retained. Since the standard Ef-A focusing screen comes with the EOS 50D, C.Fn IV -5-0 is already set. To change the focusing screen, refer to the instructions that come with the focusing screen.

  • Page 184: Add Original Decision Data

    3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn IV -6 Add original decision data 0: Off 1: On Data for verifying whether the image is original or not is appended to the image automatically. When the shooting information of an image appended with the verification data is displayed (p.133), the <L> icon will appear.

  • Page 185: Registering My Menu

    Registering My MenuN For faster access, you can register up to six menus and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. About My Menu settings [Sort] and other settings displayed in step 2 are explained below: Sort You can change the order of the registered menu items in My Menu. Select [Sort] and select the menu item whose order you want to change.

  • Page 186: Register Camera User Settings

    Register Camera User SettingsN Under the Mode Dial’s <w> and <x> positions, you can register most of the current camera settings containing your preferred shooting mode, menus, Custom Function settings, etc. About Camera user setting’s [Clear settings] In step 2, if you select [Clear settings], the respective Mode Dial position will revert to the default setting effective before you registered the camera settings.

  • Page 187: Reference

    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 things.

  • Page 188: B Checking Camera Settings

    B Checking Camera Settings When the camera is ready to shoot, press the <B> button and “Camera settings” and “Shooting functions” screens will appear. When “Shooting functions” is displayed, you can set the shooting functions while looking at the LCD monitor. Camera Settings Red-eye reduction (p.108) Auto power off (p.44)

  • Page 189: Shooting Functions

    Shooting Functions Aperture Shutter speed Exposure level/ AEB range Shooting mode AF point Image-recording quality Quick Control icon Battery check White balance correction When you press <9> straight down, the Quick Control screen appears (p.38). If you press the <m>, <o>, <n>, or <S> button, the setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor and you can turn the <6>...

  • Page 190: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Using a Household Power Outlet With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. DC coupler cord hole Do not connect or disconnect the power cord while the camera’s power switch is set to <1>...

  • Page 191: Replacing The Date/Time Battery

    Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time (back-up) battery maintains the camera’s date and time. Its service life is about 5 years. If the date/time is reset when the battery is replaced, replace the back-up battery with a new CR2016 lithium battery as described below.

  • Page 192: Detaching Battery Compartment Cover

    Using the Battery Grip These are supplemental instructions for using Battery Grip BG-E2 with this camera. For instructions other than “Detaching the Battery Compartment Cover” and “Battery Life” explained below, refer to the Battery Grip BG-E2 Instruction Manual. If you have Battery Grip BG-E2N, read the BG-E2N’s Instruction Manual.

  • Page 193: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings 1 Shooting 1 (Red) Quality Red-eye On/Off Beep Shoot w/o card Review time Peripheral illumin. correct. 2 Shooting 2 (Red) Expo. comp./AEB White balance Custom WB WB SHIFT/BKT Color space Picture Style Dust Delete Data 3 Playback 1 (Blue) Protect images Rotate Erase images...
  • Page 194 Sensor cleaning Live View function settings * If you previously used a WFT-E3/E3A with the EOS 40D, you can use the WFT- E3/E3A with the EOS 50D after upgrading the WFT-E3/E3A firmware. Disable / Enable Disable / Enable Brightness / RGB...
  • Page 195 7 Set-up 3 (Yellow) INFO. button Flash control Camera user setting Clear settings Firmware Ver. 8 Custom Functions (Orange) C.Fn I : Exposure C.Fn II : Image C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive C.Fn IV : Operation/Others Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn) 9 My Menu (Green) My Menu settings Normal disp.

  • Page 196: Function Availability Table

    Function Availability Table o: Set automatically k: User selectable Mode Dial JPEG RAW + JPEG Auto Manual Standard Portrait Landscape Neutral Faithful Monochrome User Defined sRGB Adobe RGB Auto WB Preset WB Custom WB Color temperature setting WB correction WB bracketing Auto Lighting Optimizer One-Shot AI Servo...
  • Page 197 o: Set automatically k: User selectable Mode Dial 1 2 3 4 Evaluative Partial Spot Center-weighted average Program shift Exposure compensation AE lock Depth-of-field preview Single High-speed continuous Low-speed continuous 10 sec. self-timer 2 sec. self-timer Auto Manual Flash off Red-eye reduction FE lock Flash exposure...

  • Page 198: Troubleshooting Guide

    Power The battery cannot be recharged with the battery charger provided. Do not recharge any battery pack other than genuine Canon Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512. The camera does not operate even when the power switch is set to <1>.
  • Page 199 Shooting No images can be shot or recorded. The card is not properly inserted If the card is full, replace the card or delete unnecessary images to (p.29, 144) make room If you try to focus in the One-Shot AF mode while the focus confirmation light <o>...
  • Page 200 Troubleshooting Guide Live View shooting is not possible. When using Live View shooting, use a memory card (a hard disk-type card such as MicroDrive is not recommended). A hard disk-type card requires a lower temperature range for operation than normal memory cards.

  • Page 201: Error Codes

    Communications between the camera and lens is faulty. Clean the lens contacts. Err 01 Clean the electrical contacts on the camera and lens, use a Canon lens, or have the camera or lens checked or repaired. (p.13,16) There is a problem with the card. Replace the card.

  • Page 202: System Map

    System Map Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 ST-E2 Rubber Frame Eb E-series Dioptric Bundled Adjustment Lenses Accessories Eyecup Eb Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-EOS50D Focusing Screen Ef-D Ef-S Date / time CR2016 lithium battery Battery Grip BG-E2N Battery AC Adapter Magazine AC-E2 BGM-E2 AC Adapter Kit...
  • Page 203 Timer Remote Remote Wireless Controller Switch Controller TC-80N3 RS-80N3 Video Cable VC-100 EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Interface Cable IFC-200U Interface Cable IFC-500U Original Data Security Kit Card reader OSK-E3 CF card PCMCIA adapter LC-5 EF lenses HDMI Cable HTC-100 Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/WFT-E3A (Firmware Ver.

  • Page 204: Specifications

    Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash Type I or II CF card, UDMA-compatible 22.3 x 14.9 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens focal length) Canon EF mount CMOS sensor Approx.

  • Page 205: Registration

    • Viewfinder Type: Eye-level pentaprism Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% Magnification: Approx. 0.95x (-1 m Eye point: Approx. 22 mm (From eyepiece lens center at -1m Built-in dioptric adjustment: -3.0 - +1.0 m Focusing screen: Interchangeable (2 types sold separately), Ef-A standard focusing screen provided Mirror: Quick-return type...
  • Page 206 RAW: Approx. 16 shots (Approx. 16 shots), RAW+JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 10 shots (Approx. 10 shots) * Figures are based on Canon’s testing standards (ISO 100 and Standard Picture Style) using a 2GB card. * Figures in parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) 2GB card based on Canon’s testing standards.
  • Page 207 • LCD Monitor Type: TFT color liquid-crystal monitor (Brightness adjustable to 7 levels) Monitor size and dots: 3-in. with approx. 920,000 dots (VGA) Coverage: Approx. 100% Interface languages: • Image Playback Image display formats: Single, Single + Info (Image-recording quality, shooting information, histogram), 4-image index, 9-image index, image rotate possible Zoom magnification: Approx.

  • Page 208: Operation Environment

    Specifications • Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (W x H x D): 145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5 mm / 5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 in. Weight: • Operation Environment Working temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F Working humidity: •...
  • Page 209 • EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Angle of view: Diagonal extent: 74°20’ - 7°50’ Horizontal extent: 64°30’ - 6°30’ Vertical extent: 45°30’ - 4°20’ Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups Minimum aperture: f/22 - 36 Closest focusing distance: 0.45 m / 1.48 ft. (From image sensor plane) Max.
  • Page 210 All specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards. The camera’s specifications and 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. Diagonal extent: 75° - 18°...
  • Page 211 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...
  • Page 212 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.
  • Page 213 • 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.
  • Page 214 — 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.
  • Page 215 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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  • Page 223: Index

    Index AC Adapter Kit ...190 Access lamp...30 A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE)...99 Adobe RGB...82 AE lock...103 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)...102, 174, 175 Focusing AF Microadjustment ...180 AF start <AF-ON> button ...35, 181 AF stop button...178 AI Focus AF ...85 AI Servo AF...50, 85 Aperture-priority AE ...96 Auto Lighting Optimizer...47, 177 Auto playback...
  • Page 224 Index Date Date/Time Date/Time ...42 Date/time battery replacement...191 Depth-of-field preview...97 Dioptric adjustment ...34 Direct printing Printing Drive mode ...89, 189 Single / Continuous shooting Self-timer ...90 Dust Delete Data ...149 Easy printing ...159 Erase (image) ...144 Error codes ...201 Evaluative metering ...100 Exposure compensation ...101 1/2-stop increments...174 Exposure simulation ...117...
  • Page 225 Hi-Definition ...142 Highlight alert ...133 Highlight detail loss ...133 Highlight tone priority ...177 Histogram...134 Brightness / RGB Household power ...190 Illumination (LCD panel) ...104 Image AF point display ...133 Auto playback ...139 Auto rotate ...146 Erase ...144 Highlight alert...133 Histogram ...134 Index...135 Jump display...136 Magnified view...137...
  • Page 226 Index Metering mode...100, 189 Evaluative / Partial / Spot / Center-weighted average MF (Manual focusing) ...88 Mirror lockup ...106, 180 Mode Dial Shooting mode Monochrome image ...66, 68 Multi-controller ...36, 86 My Menu ...185 Neutral ...66 Night Portrait...55 Noise reduction...176 Nomenclature ...16 Number File number...
  • Page 227 Revert to default settings ...45 Review time ...145 Rotate (image) ...138, 146, 161 Safety shift ...175 Safety warnings ...212 Saturation...67, 160 Self-timer...90 Sensor cleaning ...147 Sepia (Monochrome) ...68 Sharpness...67 Shoot w/o card ...29 Shooting information display...133 Shooting mode...20 A-DEP...99 Aperture-priority AE ...96 Close-up ...53 Creative Auto...57 Flash off...56...
  • Page 228 CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan CANON U.S.A. INC. U.S.A. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042-1198, U.S.A. For all inquires concerning this product, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-OK-CANON CANON CANADA INC. HEADQUARTERS CANADA 6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1P7, Canada CANON CANADA INC.

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