Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
Page 2 After shooting, playback and check whether the image has been properly recorded. If the camera or CF card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to the personal computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. Copyrights Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded images of people and certain subjects for anything but private enjoyment.
Page 3: Item Check List
2 CD-ROMs EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk Software Instruction Manual Pocket Guide Quick start guide to shooting. EOS 40D Instruction Manual CD-ROM Guide Guide to the bundled software and Software Instruction Manual. Camera Warranty Card Lens Warranty Card * Be careful not to lose any of the above items.
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 SET button. 0, 9 or 8 indicates that the respective function remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., or 16 sec.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Item Check List ...3 Conventions Used in this Manual...4 Index to Features ...8 Handling Precautions ...12 Quick Start Guide...14 Nomenclature...16 Getting Started Recharging the Battery ...24 Installing and Removing the Battery ...26 Installing and Removing the CF Card ...28 Mounting and Detaching a Lens ...30 Basic Operation...32 Menu Operations...36...
Page 6 Contents Setting the AF and Drive Modes Selecting the AF Mode ... 76 Selecting the AF Point ... 78 When Autofocus Fails... 80 Manual Focusing ... 80 Selecting the Drive Mode ... 81 Self-timer Operation ... 82 Advanced Operations Program AE ... 84 Shutter-Priority AE...
Page 7 Sensor Cleaning Automatic Sensor Cleaning...128 Appending Dust Delete Data...129 Manual Sensor Cleaning...131 Direct Printing from the Camera/Digital Print Order Format Preparing to Print ...134 Printing ...136 Trimming the Image ...141 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)...143 Direct Printing with DPOF ...146 Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Transferring Images to a Personal Computer ...148 Customizing the Camera...
Page 8: Index To Features
Index to Features Power Battery • Charging • Battery check Power outlet Auto power off Menus & Basic Settings Menus Camera setting display LCD brightness adjustment Language Date/Time Beeper Shoot w/o card Recording Images CF card formatting File No. Image Quality Image-recording quality ISO speed •...
Page 9 Exposure adjustment Exposure compensation AE lock Exposure level increments Flash Built-in flash External flash External flash control • Flash settings • Flash Custom Functions Live View shooting Live View shooting • Grid • Silent shooting • AF • Exposure simulation Image playback Image review time Single image playback...
Page 10 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 11 • 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 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 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.116). To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.124). Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.46) 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.92/67) <o> AF mode selection/Drive mode selection button (p.76/81) <m> ISO speed set/ Flash exposure compensation button (p.59/101) <6> Main Dial (p.33) Shutter button (p.32)
Page 17 <V> Focal plane mark <9> Multi-controller (p.34) Dioptric adjustment knob (p.35) Eyecup (p.97) Viewfinder eyepiece <l> Print/ Share button (p.139,149) <M> Menu button (p.36) LCD monitor (p.36, 125) <C> Jump button (p.119) <L> Erase button (p.124) <x> Playback button (p.116) Extension system terminal ...
Page 18: Lcd Panel
Nomenclature LCD Panel Shutter speed Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (buSY) Image-recording quality Large/Fine Large/Normal Medium/Fine Medium/Normal Small/Fine Small/Normal 1 RAW D Small RAW White balance Q Auto W Daylight E Shade R Cloudy Y Tungsten light U White fluorescent light I Flash O Custom P Color...
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 applicable.
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, x, or y. (p.165) Image Zone 2 : Portrait (p.49) 3: Landscape (p.50) 4 : Close-up (p.51) 5 : Sports (p.52) 6 : Night Portrait (p.53) 7: Flash Off (p.54)
Page 21 EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens Focusing ring (p.80,110) Hood EW-60C (sold separately) mount 58 mm filter thread (front of lens) Image Stabilizer switch (p.31) Lens mount index (p.30) EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens Focus mode switch (p.30) Hood EW-73B (sold separately) mount 67 mm filter thread...
Page 22 Nomenclature Battery Charger CG-580 This is a battery pack charger. (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 preliminary 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 Remove the cover.
Page 25 514, BP-511, or BP-512. Battery Packs BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, and BP-512 are dedicated to Canon products. Using it with a non-Canon battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable. Recharging the Battery...
Page 26: Installing And Removing The Battery
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged BP-511A battery pack into the camera. Battery Pack BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512 can also be used. Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1> or <J> (p.32), the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels: Open the battery compartment cover.
Page 27: Removing The Battery
Battery Life Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F The figures above are based on a fully-charged BP-511A, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. The actual number of shots may be fewer than indicated above depending on the shooting conditions.
Page 28: Installing And Removing The Cf Card
Installing and Removing the CF Card The captured image is recorded onto the CF card (sold separately). Although the thickness is different between the Type I and Type II CF cards, either one can be inserted into the camera. The camera is also compatible with Microdrive (hard disk-type) and CF cards with 2 GB or higher capacity.
Page 29: Removing The Card
Removing the Card Access lamp When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that the images are being written to or read by the CF card, being erased, or data is being transferred. While the access lamp is lit or blinking, never do any of the following.
Page 30: Mounting And Detaching A Lens
Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens EF-S lens mount index EF lens mount index Detaching the Lens When attaching or detaching the lens, take care to prevent dust from entering the camera through the lens mount. Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.
Page 31 About the Image Stabilizer Lenses If an Image Stabilizer (IS) lens is attached and the lens IS switch is set to <1>, the Image Stabilizer will operate when you press the shutter button halfway. When the image in the viewfinder looks steady, take the picture.
Page 32: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Power/Quick Control Dial Switch 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 a logo. To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 1 minute of non-operation.
Page 33 If you press the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway first or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it completely immediately, the camera will take a moment before it takes the picture. Even during the menu display, image playback, and image recording, you can instantly go back to shooting-ready by pressing the shutter button halfway.
Page 34 Basic Operation < > Using the Quick Control Dial for Selecting Before using the < You can also operate (1) when the power switch is set to <1>. < > Operating the Multi-controller > dial, set the power switch to <J>. After pressing a button, turn the <5>...
Page 35: Dioptric Adjustment
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 36: Menu Operations
Menu Operations By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set the image-recording quality, Picture Style, the date/time, Custom Functions, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the <M> button on the camera back and the <6> < <M>...
Page 37 Menu Setting Procedure Display the menu. Press the <M> button to display the menu. Select a tab. Turn the < > dial to select a tab. Select a menu item. Turn the < > dial to select the menu item, then press < Select the setting.
Page 38: Menu Settings
Menu Operations Menu Settings 1 Shooting 1 (Red) Quality Red-eye On/Off Beep Shoot w/o card Review time 2 Shooting 2 (Red) White balance Custom WB WB SHIFT/BKT Color space Picture Style Dust Delete Data 3 Playback 1 (Blue) Protect images Rotate Erase images Print order...
Page 39 4 Playback 2 (Blue) Highlight alert AF point disp. Histogram Auto play 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow) Auto power off File numbering Auto rotate INFO button Format WFT settings Recording func.+media select 6 Set-up 2 (Yellow) LCD brightness Date/Time Language Video system Sensor cleaning Live View function settings...
Page 40 Menu Operations 7 Set-up 3 (Yellow) Camera user setting Clear all camera settings Firmware Ver. 8 Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure C.Fn II: Image C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive C.Fn IV: Operation/Others Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn) 9 My Menu (Green) My Menu settings The [2] Shooting 2, [7] Set-up 3, [8] Custom Functions, and [9] My Menu screens (tabs) are not displayed in Basic Zone modes.
Page 41: 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 42: Set The Power-Off Time/Auto Power Off
Before You Start 3 Set the power-off time/Auto power off You can change this 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 43 When the CF card is formatted or erased, only the file management information is changed. The actual data is not completely erased. Be aware of this when selling or discarding the card. When discarding the CF card, destroy the card physically to prevent personal data from being leaked.
Page 44: Resetting Camera Settings
Resetting Camera SettingsN The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reset to the default settings. Shooting Settings AF mode One-Shot AF AF point selection Automatic selection Metering mode q (Evaluative metering) Drive mode u (Single shooting) Exposure 0 (Zero) compensation Canceled Flash exposure...
Page 45: 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.172) Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, camera settings cannot be changed in the Basic Zone modes.
Page 46: 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 47 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.80) If you are too close to the subject, move away and try again.
Page 48: 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 49: 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 further the distance between the subject and background, the better.
Page 50: Shooting Landscapes
3 Shooting Landscapes Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, and to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also become more vivid and sharp than with <1> (Full Auto). Shooting Tips With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end.
Page 51: 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 52: Shooting Moving Subjects
5 Shooting Moving Subjects To photograph a moving subject whether it be a child running or an auto race, 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 53: 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. If you use a zoom lens, set it to the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view.
Page 54: 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 obtain the candlelight effect. Shooting Tips If the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks, take care to prevent camera shake.
Page 55: Image Settings
This chapter explains the digital image settings for the image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, and color space. In the Basic Zone modes, only the image-recording quality (except RAW/sRAW, RAW/sRAW+JPEG) and the file numbering method can be set as explained in this chapter. The asterisk M on the right of the page title indicates that the respective feature is available only in Creative Zone modes (d, s, f, a, 8).
Page 56: File No.
Setting the Image-recording Quality Set the image-recording quality to suit the intended image size for printing, etc. In the Basic Zone modes, only the following image- recording quality settings can be set: 73, 83, 74, 84, 76, 86. They are all JPEG images. In the 1/D modes, the image will require processing with the software provided.
Page 57: Maximum Burst
The single image size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting are based on Canon’s testing standards (ISO 100, Picture Style: Standard). On the LCD panel, you can check the remaining number of images the CF card can record.
Page 58 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 CF card as is. The RAW image is transferred to a personal computer where software (provided) is used to adjust the image as needed.
Page 59: Setting The Iso Speed
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. For example, when you increase the ISO speed (higher number) for low light, a faster shutter speed can be used and camera shake will be less prone to occur.
Page 60 i: Setting the ISO SpeedN About “Auto” ISO Speed If the ISO speed is set to “Auto”, the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button halfway. As indicated below, the ISO speed will be set automatically to suit the shooting mode.
Page 61: Selecting A Picture Style
A Selecting a Picture StyleN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain the desired image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject. In the Basic Zone modes, the Picture Style is set automatically, so the operation explained on this page to page 66 cannot be done. You can also use the [2 Picture Style] menu to select the Picture Style.
Page 62: About The Symbols
A Selecting a Picture StyleN Faithful The image is dull and subdued. When the subject is captured under a color temperature of 5200K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to match the subject’s color. This Picture Style assumes that you will do post-processing with a personal computer.
Page 63: Customizing The Picture Style
A Customizing the Picture StyleN You can customize the Picture Style by adjusting the individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To customize [Monochrome], see the next page. Parameter Settings and Effects g Sharpness h Contrast i Saturation j Color tone Press the <A>...
Page 64: Filter Effect
A Customizing the Picture StyleN By selecting [Default set.] in step 3, you can revert the respective Picture Style to its default parameters. To shoot with the Picture Style you modified, follow step 2 on the preceding page to select the Picture Style and then shoot. Monochrome Adjustment For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast].
Page 65: Registering The Picture Style
A Registering the 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 parameters such as sharpness and contrast are different.
Page 66 A Registering the Picture StyleN If a Picture Style has already been registered under [User Def. *], changing the base Picture Style in step 4 will nullify the parameters of the registered contents of the Picture Style. To shoot with the registered Picture Style, follow step 2 on the preceding page to select [User Def.
Page 67: 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 68: 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. Spot metering circle Photograph a white object. The plain, white object should fill the spot metering circle.
Page 69: 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.62), 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 70: 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. Users familiar with using color temperature conversion or color compensating filters will find this feature handy.
Page 71: 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 72: 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 also change how the file number is assigned.
Page 73: Auto Reset
Auto Reset Resets the file numbering to 0001 whenever the CF card is replaced Each time the CF card is replaced, the file numbering starts from 0001. This is convenient if you want to organize images according to CF cards. If the replacement CF card contains images recorded previously, the file numbering of the new images might continue from the file numbering of the existing images in the card.
Page 74: 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 images, sRGB is recommended. About Adobe RGB This is mainly used for commercial printing and other industrial uses.
Page 75: 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 asterisk M on the right of the page title indicates that the respective feature is available only in Creative Zone modes (d, s, f, a, 8).
Page 76: 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 77: 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 and focus again. Or see “When Autofocus Fails” (p.80). If the [1 Beep] menu is set to [Off], the beeper will not sound when focus is achieved.
Page 78: 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 79 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 80: 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 and reflective subjects Example: Car with a reflective body, etc.
Page 81: Selecting The Drive Mode
i Selecting the Drive Mode Single and continuous drive modes are provided. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum drive mode is set automatically. When the internal buffer memory becomes full during continuous shooting, “buSY” will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder and shooting will be disabled temporarily.
Page 82: 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. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer.
Page 83: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations The asterisk M on the right of the page title indicates that the respective feature is available only in 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 84: 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 85 If “30"” shutter speed and the maximum aperture blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO speed or use flash. If “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 86: 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 87 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 88: 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 89: 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>...
Page 90: 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 91: 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 92: Selecting The Metering Mode
q Selecting the Metering ModeN Four metering modes are provided: Evaluative, partial, spot, and center-weighted average metering. 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 93: 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 Decreased exposure The exposure compensation amount will remain in effect even after you...
Page 94: 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 stands for Auto Exposure Bracketing. AEB amount Canceling AEB Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB amount to <...
Page 95: 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 96: 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 97: 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 attached to the camera strap. Connecting the Remote Switch You can connect Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) or any EOS accessory equipped with an N3-type terminal to the camera and shoot with it.
Page 98: 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 -7] (Mirror lockup) is set to [1:Enable] (p.160), shooting with mirror lockup will be possible.
Page 99: 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 100 Using the Built-in Flash Effective Range of Built-in Flash EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Wide Angle: Speed 18mm 1 - 3.7 / 3.3 - 12.1 1 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.5 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.8 1 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.5 1 - 5.3 / 3.3 - 17.4 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.8 1 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.1 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.8 1 - 7.4 / 3.3 - 24.3 1 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.1 1 - 6.5 / 3.3 - 21.3 1 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.1 1 - 10.5 / 3.3 - 34.4 1 - 6.6 / 3.3 - 21.7 1 - 9.2 / 3.3 - 30.2 1 - 6.6 / 3.3 - 21.7...
Page 101: Take The Picture
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 you set flash exposure compensation with both the EX-series Speedlite and camera, the Speedlite’s flash exposure compensation setting will override the camera’s.
Page 102 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 103: Flash Control
Flash ControlN The built-in flash and 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. [Flash firing] [Built-in flash func. setting] Shutter sync.
Page 104: External Flash
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 is for advanced users. Setting the External Speedlites Select either [External flash func.
Page 105: External Speedlites
Type-A camera that can use all the features of EX-series Speedlites. Shoe-mount Speedlites 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 manual or aperture-priority AE and...
Page 106 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] (p.113). The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].
Page 107: Live View Shooting
Live View Shooting You can shoot while viewing a real-time image on the camera’s LCD monitor or on a personal computer screen. This is called “Live View shooting.” When using Live View shooting, using a hard disk-type CF card (such as MicroDrive) is not recommended. If Live View shooting is done under direct sunlight or other high- temperature environments, the <...
Page 108: Live View Shooting
During Live View shooting, do not point the camera toward the sun. The sun’s heat can damage the camera’s internal components. If you handhold the camera like a compact digital camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images.
Page 109: Setting The Shooting Functions
Displaying Live View Image on the LCD Monitor During Live View image display, if you point the camera in a different direction, it might throw off the correct brightness momentarily and the image might not look right. Wait until the image stabilizes at the correct brightness before shooting. If you shoot while the image brightness is not yet stable, the resulting image might be overexposed or underexposed.
Page 110 Live View ShootingN Magnifying the Image for Manual Focusing Magnification: Approx. 10x AE lock Magnified area Magnification High temperatures, high ISO speeds, or long exposures may cause noise or irregular colors in the captured image shot with Live View shooting. During continuous shooting, the exposure set for the first shot will also be applied to subsequent shots.
Page 111: Taking The Picture
Taking the picture You can check the exposure and depth of field by pressing the depth-of- field preview button. Flash photography is also possible. However, FE lock are not possible. With the 580EX II, the wireless setting cannot be changed. Under low light or bright light conditions, the Live View image might not display the proper brightness.
Page 112: Battery Check
Live View ShootingN About the Information Display Each time you press the button, the information display will change. Live View exposure simulation (C.Fn IV -7) Battery check Picture Style AE lock Flash-ready Shutter speed When the [6 Live View function settings] menu’s [Grid display] is set to [On], a grid will appear to make it easier to align the horizontal or vertical shot.
Page 113: Silent Shooting
If flash is used and [Mode 1] or [Mode 2] has been set, the operation will be the same as the [Disable] setting. When using a non-Canon flash unit, set it to [Disable] (p.106). The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].
Page 114: Using Af To Focus
Live View ShootingN Using AF to Focus If the [8C.Fn III -6] (AF during Live View shooting) setting is set to [Enable], you can focus with the button. Be sure to set the lens focus mode switch to <f>, set the AF mode to <X>, and select the center AF point.
Page 115: Image Playback
Image Playback This chapter explains how to playback images, including how to erase images and how to display images on a TV screen. For 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 116: 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 117: Shooting Information Display
Shooting Information Display Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed Metering mode Shooting mode Color temperature if is set Image-recording quality File number/ Total images recorded White balance White balance correction About the Highlight Alert When the [4 Highlight alert] menu is set to [Enable], overexposed highlight areas will blink.
Page 118 x Image Playback About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution, overall brightness, and gradation. 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 119: Index Display/Jump Display
Index Display I Jump Display You can skip over images during playback to find the image you want faster. Browsing Through Images During image playback, press the <C> button and turn the <5> dial to select the jump method [1 image/10 images/100 images/Screen/ Date].
Page 120: Magnified View
x Image Playback u/y Magnified View Magnified area You can turn the <6> or <5> dial to view another image. Magnified view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. b Rotating an Image If the rotated image is not displayed in the rotated orientation during image playback, set the [5 Auto rotate] menu to [OnzD].
Page 121: Auto Playback
3 Auto Playback You can playback the CF card’s images in an automatic slide show. Each image will be displayed for about 4 sec. During pause, you can turn the <5> dial to view another image. During auto play, auto power off will not work. The display time may vary depending on the image.
Page 122: Viewing The Images On Tv
x Image Playback Viewing the Images on TV By connecting the camera to a TV set with the video cable (provided), you can view the captured images on a TV set. Turn off the camera and the television before connecting them. If the video system format does not match the TV’s, the image will not be displayed properly.
Page 123: Protecting Images
Protecting Images This prevents the image from being erased accidentally. Image protect Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera’s erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first cancel the protection. If you erase all the images (p.124), only the protected images will remain.
Page 124: Erasing Images
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.123) will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased accidentally, protect them.
Page 125: Changing Image Playback Settings
Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Setting 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.118). 3 Setting the Image Review Time How long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture can be set.
Page 126: Auto Rotate Of Vertical Images
Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Auto Rotate of Vertical Images Auto rotate will not work with vertical images captured while Auto rotate was [Off]. They will not rotate even if you later switch it to [On] for playback. Immediately after image capture, the vertical image will not be automatically rotated for the image review.
Page 127: Sensor Cleaning
Sensor Cleaning The camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit attached to the 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 remaining dust spots can be removed automatically by Digital Photo Professional (provided software).
Page 128: Automatic Sensor Cleaning
Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates (approx. 1 sec.) to automatically shake off the dust on the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not be aware of this operation.
Page 129: Appending Dust Delete Data
Appending Dust Delete DataN Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust 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 130: 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, RAW, and sRAW images captured thereafter. Before an important shoot, you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. For erasing dust spots automatically with the bundled software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM.
Page 131: 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 132 3 Manual Sensor CleaningN While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains and image sensor might get damaged. • Setting the power switch to <2>. •...
Page 133: Direct Printing From The Camera/Digital Print Order Format
Canon’s PictBridge Web Site The Web site below gives more information on using your Canon camera with various printers, such as which paper types to use. http://canon.com/pictbridge/...
Page 134: 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 135 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 136: 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 type of printer, settings such as the date and file number imprinting and trimming might not be available.
Page 137 Default With a Canon printer, the print will be borderless. * From the Exif data, the camera name, lens name, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation amount, ISO speed, white balance, etc., will be imprinted.
Page 138: Set The Printing Effects
wPrinting Item Same as the printing characteristics turned “On”. No automatic EOff correction will be performed. The image will be printed according to the printer’s standard colors. The image’s Exif data is used to make automatic corrections. The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce EVivid more vivid blues and greens.
Page 139: Start Printing
To print another image with the same settings, select the image and just press the <l> button lit in blue. Trimming will not be applied to 1-copy printing. The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer’s own default settings as set by the printer’s manufacturer. See the printer’s instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are.
Page 140 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 button to change the position of the <s>.
Page 141: Trimming The Image
Trimming the Image 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 shape of the trimming frame can be changed with [Paper settings]. Changing the trimming frame size When you press the ...
Page 142: 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. If the picture will be too grainy, the trimming frame will turn red.
Page 143: Digital Print Order Format (Dpof)
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) 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 144 W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Standard Index Print type Both Date File No. 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 CF card whose print order specifications have been set.
Page 145: Print Ordering
Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Check mark Index icon All image The print order for 1 copy of all the images in the CF card will be placed. If you select Clear all, the print order for all the images in the card will be canceled.
Page 146: Direct Printing With Dpof
W Direct Printing with DPOF Prepare to print. See page 134. Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printer” procedure up to step 5. Under the [3] tab, select [Print order]. Select [Print]. [Print] will be displayed only if the camera is connected to the printer and printing is possible.
Page 147: Transferring Images To A Personal Computer
Transferring Images to a Personal Computer You can use the camera to select images in the CF card and transfer them directly to a personal computer. If the computer software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk CD-ROM) provided with the camera has been installed in your personal computer, you can easily transfer the images without operating the...
Page 148: Transferring Images To A Personal Computer
d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Before connecting the camera to the personal computer, be sure to first install the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk software (in the CD-ROM provided with the camera) in the personal computer. Preparation for Image Transfer Shooting will be disabled while the direct transfer screen is displayed.
Page 149: Transferring Images To A Personal Computer
Transferring Images to a Personal Computer When the image transfer is completed, the blue lamp will stay lit. You can also press <0> instead of the <l> button to start the image transfer. All images All the images in the CF card will be transferred. New images Images which have not yet been transferred to the personal computer will be selected by the camera automatically and transferred.
Page 150: Transfer Order
d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer 3 Selecting the Images to be Transferred Sel.Image All image When you select Mark all, all the images in the CF card will be included in the transfer order. If you select Clear all, the transfer order for all the images in the card will be canceled.
Page 151: 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>, <x>, and <y> positions. The functions explained in this chapter apply to Creative Zone modes.
Page 152: 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 C.Fn IV -5 [Focusing Screen] will remain intact.
Page 153: Custom Functions
Custom Functions 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 C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive Lens drive when AF impossible Lens AF stop button function...
Page 154: Custom Function Settings
Custom Function SettingsN Custom Functions are organized into four groups based on the function type: C.Fn I: Exposure, C.Fn II: Image, C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive, C.Fn IV: Operation/Others. 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.
Page 155: Safety Shift
C.Fn I -4 Bracketing auto cancel 0: On The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be canceled if you set the power switch to <2> or clear the camera settings. AEB will also be canceled when the flash is ready to fire. 1: Off The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be retained even when the power switch is set to <2>.
Page 156: 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 1 sec.
Page 157: C.fn Iii: Auto Focus/Drive
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 - 1600.
Page 158 3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn III -2 Lens AF stop button function 0: AF stop 1: AF start AF operates only while the button is pressed. While the button is pressed, AF operation with the camera is disabled. 2: AE lock When the button is pressed, AE lock is applied.
Page 159 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 the <9> to select the desired AF point. Pressing the <S> button will set it to automatic AF point selection.
Page 160: C.fn Iv: Operation/Others
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn III -6 AF during Live View shooting 0: Disable 1: Enable During Live View shooting, you can interrupt the Live View image display and focus for as long as you hold down the button. C.Fn III -7 Mirror lockup Prevents camera vibrations caused by the reflex mirror action which can...
Page 161 C.Fn IV -2 AF-ON/AE lock button switch 0: Disable 1: Enable The functions of the and <A/y> buttons will be switched with each other’s function. When set to 1, press the button to display the image index or to reduce the image display.
Page 162 If the lens is slower than f/2.8, the viewfinder will look darker than with Ef-A. Since the standard Ef-A focusing screen comes with the EOS 40D, C.Fn IV -5-0 is already set. To change the focusing screen, refer to the instructions that came with the focusing screen.
Page 163: Exposure Simulation
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.117), the <L> icon will appear.
Page 164: Registering My Menu
Registering My MenuN For faster access, you can register up to six menus and Custom Functions which you change frequently. My Menu settings [Sort] and other settings displayed in step 2 are as follows: Sort You can change the order of the registered items in My Menu. Select [Sort] and select the menu whose order you want to change.
Page 165: Register Camera User Settings
Register Camera User SettingsN Under the Mode Dial’s <w>, <x>, and <y> positions, you can register most of the current camera settings containing your preferred shooting mode, menus, Custom Function settings, etc. About [Clear settings] In step 2, if you select [Clear settings], the respective Mode Dial position will revert to default setting effective before you registered the camera settings.
Page 167: 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 168: Checking Camera Settings
B Checking Camera Settings When the camera is ready to shoot, press the button and “Camera set.” and “Shoot. func.” will appear. When “Shoot. func.” is displayed, you can set the ISO speed and other shooting functions while looking at the LCD monitor. Camera Settings Red-eye reduction (p.100) Auto rotate display (p.126)
Page 169: Shooting Functions
Shooting Functions Shutter speed Built-in flash recycling (BUSY) Shooting mode Exposure level indicator Picture Style Image-recording quality White balance Metering mode If you press the <m>, <o>, <n>, or <S> button, the setting screen will appear and you can turn the <6> or <5> dial to set it.
Page 170: 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. Do not connect or disconnect the power cord while the camera’s power switch is set to <...
Page 171: 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 172: 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 One-Shot AI Servo AI Focus...
Page 173 o: Set automatically k: User selectable Mode Dial Evaluative Partial Spot Center-weighted average Program shift Exposure compensation AE lock Depth-of-field preview Single High-speed continuous Low-speed continuous Self-timer 10 sec. Self-timer 2 sec. Auto Manual Flash off Red-eye reduction FE lock Flash exposure compensation Live View shooting...
Page 174: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power The battery cannot be recharged with the battery charger provided.
Page 175 Shooting No images can be shot or recorded. The CF card is not properly inserted. If the CF card is full, replace the card or delete unnecessary images to make room. p.28, 124 If you try to focus in the One-Shot AF mode while the focus confirmation light <o>...
Page 176 Troubleshooting Guide Live View shooting is not possible. When using Live View shooting, use a CF card (a hard disk-type CF card such as MicroDrive is not recommended). A hard disk-type CF card requires a lower temperature range for operation than with normal CF cards.
Page 177: Error Codes
Error code Countermeasures If the same error keeps appearing, there may be a problem. Write down the error code and consult your nearest Canon Service Center. If there is a problem with the camera, an error message appears. Follow the on- screen instructions.
Page 178: System Map
System Map Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 ST-E2 Rubber Frame Eb E-series Dioptric Bundled Adjustment Lenses Accessories Eyecup Eb Wide Strap Angle Finder C EW-100DGR Focusing Screen Ef-D Ef-S Battery Charger CG-580 or CB-5L Battery Grip BG-E2N Battery AC Adapter Magazine AC-E2 BGM-E2 AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2...
Page 179 System Map Timer Remote Remote Wireless Controller Switch Controller TC-80N3 RS-80N3 LC-5 EF-S EF lenses lenses TV/Video Wireless File Video Cable Transmitter VC-100 WFT-E3/WFT-E3A USB external media EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction USB GPS unit Solution Disk Manual Wireless LAN Interface Cable access point Wireless LAN adapter IFC-200U...
Page 180: Using The Battery Grip
Using the Battery Grip If you plan to use the camera with Battery Grip BG-E2, originally dedicated to the EOS 20D and EOS 30D, read the following. For instructions other than “Detaching the Battery Compartment Cover” and “Battery Life” explained below, refer to the Battery Grip BG-E2 Instruction Manual.
Page 181: Specifications
* Recording to USB external media enabled with Image sensor size: 22.2 x 14.8mm Compatible lenses: Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens focal length) Lens mount: Canon EF mount • Image Sensor...
Page 182: Registration
Specifications Recording functions: Backup recording: • White Balance Type: Auto white balance: Color temperature compensation: Color temperature information transmission: Provided • Viewfinder Type: Coverage: Magnification: Eyepoint: Built-in dioptric adjustment: -3.0 - +1.0 diopter Focusing screen: Mirror: Viewfinder information: AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), exposure Depth-of-field preview: Enabled with depth-of-field preview button •...
Page 183 AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selection Selected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel AF-assist beam: Small series of flashes fired by built-in flash Effective range: Approx. 4.0 m/13.1 ft. at center, approx. 3.5 m/11.5 ft. at periphery •...
Page 184 JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 75, RAW: Approx. 17 RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 14 * Based on Canon’s testing standards with 1GB CF card, high- speed continuous shooting, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style * Varies depending on the subject, CF card brand, image- recording quality, ISO speed, drive mode, Picture Style, etc.
Page 185 • Direct Printing Compatible printers: PictBridge-compatible printers Printable images: JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System (DPOF printing possible) and RAW/sRAW images captured with the EOS 40D Easy Print feature: Provided • Digital Print Order Format DPOF: Version 1.1 compatible...
Page 186: Operation Environment
Specifications • Power Source Battery: Battery life: Battery check: Power saving: Date/Time battery: Startup time: • 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 187 Working humidity: 85% or less Dimensions (W x H x D): 91 x 67 x 31 mm / 3.6 x 2.6 x 1.2 in. Weight: Approx. 115 g / 4.1 oz. • Battery Charger CB-5L Compatible battery: Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512 Power cord length: Approx.
Page 188 Case: 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. Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Page 189 — 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 190 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.
Page 191 MEMO...
Page 192: Index
Index Index AC Adapter Kit ...170 Access lamp ...29 A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE)...91 Adobe RGB...74 AE lock...95 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)...94 Focusing AF start <AF-ON> button...32, 160 AF stop button ...158 AI Focus AF ...77 Aperture-priority AE ...88 Auto play (auto playback) ...121 Auto power off...42 Auto rotate of vertical image ...126 Autofocus...
Page 193 External Speedlite ...105 Eyepiece cover ...23, 97 Faithful ...62 FE lock ...102 File number ...72 Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset File size...57, 117, 181 Filter effect (Monochrome)...64 Yellow / Orange / Red / Green Flash 2nd-curtain sync ...103 Custom Functions...104 Effective range...100 External Speedlite...104, 105...
Page 194 Index ISO speed...59, 169 Automatic setting...60 ISO expansion...154 Jump display...119 Landscape ...50, 61 Language selection...41 LCD monitor...13 Brightness adjustment...125 Image playback ...115 Menus...36 Shooting functions...169 LCD panel...18 Illumination ...96 LCD panel Illumination...96 Lens ...21, 30 Live View shooting...107, 160, 163 Long exposures Bulb M (Manual exposure)...90...
Page 195: Image Erase
Switch ...32 Printing...133 Layout...137 Paper settings...136 PictBridge ...133 Print Order (DPOF)...143 Printing effects ...138 Tilt correction ...141 Trimming...141 <l> button ...139, 149 Program AE ...84 Program shift ...85 Protect (image erase-protection) ..123 RAW...56, 58 RAW+JPEG ...57 Recharge ...24 Red-eye reduction...100 Remote control shooting ...97 Reset to default settings ...44 Rotate (image) ...120, 126, 141...
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