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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Before using the camera, be sure to test it first. Check that the images are properly recorded on the CF card. If the camera or CF card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or read by a personal computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.

  • Page 4: Equipment Check List

    Be sure all the following equipment and accessories have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. ¢ EOS DIGITAL REBEL/EOS 300D DIGITAL camera body (with Eyecup, body cap and lithium backup battery for the date and time) ¢...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Equipment Check List ... 3 Handling Precautions ... 8 Nomenclature ... 10 Conventions Used in this Manual ... 16 Before You Start ... 17 Recharging the Battery ... 18 Installing and Removing the Battery ... 20 Using a Household Power Supply ...
  • Page 6 Drive Mode Selection ... 65 TProgram AE ... 66 RShutter-Priority AE ... 68 EAperture-Priority AE ... 70 Depth-of-field Preview ... 71 WManual Exposure ... 72 QAutomatic Depth-of-Field AE ... 74 Setting Exposure Compensation ... 75 Auto Exposure MENU Bracketing ... 76 jAE Lock ...

  • Page 7: Safety Warnings

    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 8 • 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 9: Handling Precautions

    The camera is not waterproof and should not be used in wet conditions or underwater. If the camera gets wet, take it to your nearest Canon dealer as soon as possible. If small amounts of water splash onto the camera, wipe it with a clean dry cloth. If the camera is exposed to salty air, wipe it thoroughly with a slightly damp cloth.
  • Page 10 Always store your CF cards in a case or cabinet to protect the data stored on them. • Non-Canon CF cards may not be able to record and playback images. If this happens, use a CF card made by Canon.

  • Page 11: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature Reference page numbers are indicated by (p.∗∗). Mode dial (p.14) Power switch (p.26) Drive mode selection button (p.65) 〈l〉 Main dial (p.27) Shutter button (p.26) Red-eye reduction /Self-timer lamp (p.82/44) Remote control sensor Grip (Battery compartment) DC coupler cord hole (p.22) Mirror (p.34) Contacts (p.9)
  • Page 12 Dioptric adjustment knob (p.36) Eyecup (p.46) Viewfinder eyepiece LCD panel (p.12) 〈m〉 Menu button (p.28) 〈 〉 Info button (p.60, 86) 〈 〉 Jump button (p.90) 〈 〉 Playback button (p.86) 〈 〉 Erase button (p.95) monitor (p.31) Tripod socket 〈...

  • Page 13: Lcd Panel

    Nomenclature LCD Panel Shutter speed Busy ( Date/time battery level warning ( ISO Speed Camera starting ( White balance Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten bulb White fluorescent light Flash Custom Battery level Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount AEB level CF card writing status The actual display will show only the applicable items.

  • Page 14: Viewfinder Information

    Viewfinder Information Focusing screen 〈 〉 AE lock / FE lock AEB in progress 〈M〉 Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning 〈 〉 High-speed sync (FP flash) Shutter speed FE lock ( Busy ( Aperture value AF point display indicator 〈 . 〉 AF points Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation...

  • Page 15: Image Zone

    Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial is divided into two functional zones. 1 1 1 1 1 Basic Zone • All you do is press the shutter button. Y: Full Auto (p.38) Allows you fully automatic shooting—the camera makes all the settings. Image Zone Allows you fully automatic shooting in specific...
  • Page 16 Battery Charger CB-5L This is a battery pack charger. (p.18) Power cord Power cord socket AC Adaptor Kit ACK-E2 (optional) Supplies power to the camera from a household power outlet. (p.22) AC Adaptor AC-E2 DC coupler socket DC coupler plug DC coupler cord DC coupler DR-400 DC coupler...

  • Page 17: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions Used in this Manual • This icon <l> indicates the main dial. • The <å> and <µ> icons indicate the cross keys. The <ß>, <∂>, <ƒ>, and <©> icons indicate the respective cross key (up, down, left, and right). •...

  • Page 18: Before You Start

    Before You Start This chapter explains a few preliminary steps and basic camera operations. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 19: Recharging The Battery

    Recharging the Battery – < > mark Connect the power cord. • Connect the power cord to the charger. • Connect the power plug to an AC outlet. Remove the cover. • If you remove the battery from the camera, be sure to reattach the cover to protect against short circuit.
  • Page 20 • Do not recharge any battery pack other than Battery Pack BP-511 or BP-512. • If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period without the camera being used, a low electrical current may be discharged excessively and the battery’s service life may be affected. When not using the camera, remove the battery and attach the protective cover to prevent shorting.

  • Page 21: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged BP-511 battery pack into the camera. Battery Pack BP-512 can also be used. Battery Level Icons The level of charge remaining is shown in three stages when the Power switch is set to <1>.

  • Page 22: Removing The Battery

    Temperature Normal (20°C/68°F) Low (0°C/32°F) • The figures above are based on Canon’s standard testing conditions (w/fully charged battery, EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, image review [ON], review time of [2 sec.], and image quality at [Large a]). • The number of shots may be less than indicated in some cases, due to differences in shooting conditions.

  • Page 23: Using A Household Power Supply

    Using a Household Power Supply With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery becoming exhausted. Do not connect or disconnect the power cord while the camera's Power switch is set to <1>...

  • Page 24: 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 The EF-S lens is dedicated to this camera. It cannot be attached to other EOS cameras. Remove the caps. • Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.

  • Page 25: Installing And Removing The Cf Card

    • Slide the cover in the direction shown by the arrow, and open it. Insert the CF card. • Using CF cards made by Canon is recommended. • With the CF card label side (the side with the printed the rear of the camera, slide the card in the direction of the slot.

  • Page 26: Removing The Cf Card

    Removing the CF Card Access lamp • A blinking access lamp indicates that data is being read, written, or erased on the CF card or that data is being transferred. To prevent damage to the image data, CF card, or camera, never do the following while the access lamp is blinking: •...

  • Page 27: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Power Switch The camera operates only after the Power switch is set to <1>. • To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button.

  • Page 28: Using The Electronic Dials

    • Camera movement during the moment of exposure is called camera shake. Camera shake can cause blurred pictures. To prevent blurred pictures due to camera shake: · Hold the camera steady. · Use your finger tip to touch the shutter button, grasp the camera with your entire right hand, then press the shutter button gently.

  • Page 29: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations The on-screen menus enable you to set various settings such as the image-recording quality, date and time, etc. Basically, you look at the LCD monitor and use the <m> button, <5> button, Cross keys <å> <µ>, and <p> button to proceed to the next step. <m>...
  • Page 30 Setting Procedure Display the menu. • Press the < m> button to display the menu. To turn off the menu, press the button again. Select a tab. • Press the <5> button to select a tab. • When a tab is highlighted, you can also use the <µ>...

  • Page 31: Menu Settings

    Menu Operations Menu Settings <˙> (Shooting) Quality Large Large Medium a Medium s Small Small Red-eye on/off 1/3-stop increments, ±2 stops WB-BKT whole-stop increments, ±3 stops Beep Custom WB Manual setting of white balance Parameters Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Adobe RGB Set 1 Set 2 Set 3...

  • Page 32: Lcd Monitor

    LCD Monitor The color LCD monitor on the back of the camera enables you to review and select recorded images and set various menu settings. • The LCD monitor cannot be used as a viewfinder to shoot. • The LCD monitor’s brightness can be adjusted with the menu’s [LCD Brightness] setting (∆).

  • Page 33: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Set the date and time as shown below. Each captured image is recorded with the date and time it was taken. If the date and time are not set, they cannot be recorded correctly. Make sure you set the date and time correctly.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Date/Time Battery

    Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time battery maintains the camera’s date and time. The battery’s service life is about 5 years. When the date/time battery’s power is low, “ ” will appear on the LCD panel. Replace the battery with a new CR2016 lithium battery as described below. The date/time setting will also be reset, so you must set the correct date/time.

  • Page 35: Cleaning The Image Sensor (Cmos)

    To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the image sensor. Note that the image sensor is a very delicate component. If possible, you should have it cleaned by a Canon Service Center. While you clean the image sensor, the camera must be turned on. Use the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional accessory, see page 128) or a battery.
  • Page 36 • During the sensor cleaning, never do any of the following that would turn off the power. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and it may damage the shutter curtains and image sensor. • Do not turn the Power switch to <2>. •...

  • Page 37: Dioptric Adjustment

    Dioptric Adjustment By adjusting the diopter to suit your eyesight (with or without eyeglasses), the viewfinder image will look clearer. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range is –3 to +1 dpt. If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a clear viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types) is recommended.

  • Page 38: Fully Automatic Shooting

    Fully Automatic This chapter describes how to use the camera’s Basic Zone modes <Y> < U> <I> <O> <P> <A> <S> for quick and easy shooting. In these modes, all you do is point and shoot. In addition, to help prevent mistakes caused by operating the camera improperly, the <6>...

  • Page 39: Yfully Automatic Shooting

    Y Fully Automatic Shooting All you do is point the camera and press the shutter button. Everything is automatic so it is easy to photograph any subject. With seven AF points to focus the subject, anyone can just point and shoot. AF point Shutter speed Aperture value...
  • Page 40 LCD panel. Fix this by setting the power switch to off and on. • Using a non-Canon EF lens with an EOS camera may not result in proper camera or lens operation. • When focus is achieved, the autofocus and auto exposure setting will also be locked.

  • Page 41: Programmed Image Control Modes

    Programmed Image Control Modes Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results. For the functions available in the Basic Zone modes, see the “Function Availability Table” (p.122). Portrait Landscape Close-up This mode blurs the background to make...

  • Page 42: A Night Portrait

    Sports Night Portrait Flash off In the <A> mode, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. In the <I> or <S> mode, use a tripod if the shutter speed display blinks. Programmed Image Control Modes This is for fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the action.

  • Page 43: Menu Reviewing Images

    Reviewing Images Image Review The image can be displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after you shoot. You can set one of three image review options: [On] to display the image, [On (Info)] to display both the image and shooting information, and [Off] to not display the image.

  • Page 44: Changing The Review Time

    Changing the Review Time You can set the image review time to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] which keeps the image displayed on the LCD monitor. • The [Hold] setting keeps displaying the image until you press the shutter button halfway.

  • Page 45: Qself-Timer Operation

    q Self-timer Operation You can use self-timer in any Basic mode or Creative mode. We recommend using a tripod when you use the self-timer. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer. Doing so prevents the camera from focusing on the subject.

  • Page 46: Kwireless Remote Control

    K Wireless Remote Control With the optional Remote Controller RC-5 (optional), you can shoot remotely from up to about 5 meters/16.4 ft. in front of the camera. Transmit button Transmitter Remote control sensor • Remote control shooting cannot be done continuously. After taking one shot, wait until the access lamp turns off before taking another shot.

  • Page 47: Using The Eyepiece Cover

    Using the Eyepiece Cover During self-timer or remote control operation when your eye does not cover the viewfinder eyepiece, stray light may enter the eyepiece and affect the exposure when the image is captured. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover (attached to the neck strap) to cover the eyepiece. Remove the eyecup.

  • Page 48: Settings For Shooting

    Settings for Shooting This chapter explains the settings for shooting digital images: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, white balance, processing parameters, file numbering, and auto rotation. For Basic Zone modes, only the image-recording quality (except <h>), file numbering, auto rotation, and camera setting checking will apply in this chapter.

  • Page 49: Image-Recording Quality

    Image-Recording Quality The widely-used JPEG format is used for image-recording quality settings other than <h>. Images captured in the <h> format must later be processed by a personal computer. For example, when [Large a] is selected, the LCD panel will display <da>.
  • Page 50 • The image size and CF card’s maximum capacity are based on Canon’s testing standards (at ISO 100 with [Parameter 1] set). The actual image file size and the CF card’s maximum capacity varies depending on the subject, shooting mode, ISO speed, and processing parameters.

  • Page 51: Dsetting The Iso Speed

    D Setting the ISO Speed The ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light. A higher ISO speed number indicates a higher sensitivity to light. Therefore, a high ISO speed is suited for moving subjects or shooting in low-light conditions.

  • Page 52: 6Selecting The White Balance

    To the human eye, a white object still looks white regardless of the type of lighting. With a digital camera’s white balance setting, you can compensate for the color temperature so that the colors in the image look more natural.

  • Page 53: Menu

    Custom White Balance With custom white balance, you shoot a white object that will serve as the standard for the white balance. By selecting this image, you import its white balance data for the white balance setting. Shoot a white object. •...

  • Page 54: White Balance Auto Bracketing

    Custom White Balance / White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the current white balance mode’s standard color temperature, the white balance setting can be changed from 0 to + / –...

  • Page 55: Canceling White Balance Auto Bracketing

    White Balance Auto Bracketing White balance bracketing will not work if the image-recording quality is < h>. • During continuous shooting, the number of images recorded will be three times as many as the number of shots taken. • Since three images are recorded for one shot, the CF card will take longer to record the shot.

  • Page 56: Selecting The Processing Parameter

    Selecting the Processing Parameter The image you capture can be processed to look more vivid or more subdued. The processing parameters can be set according to the preset Parameter 1, Parameter 2, and Adobe RGB. Or they can be set to Set 1, 2, or 3 that you can set yourself.

  • Page 57: Setting Processing Parameters

    Setting Processing Parameters The image you capture can be processed automatically by the camera in accordance with the parameter settings you set (five settings each for [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], and [Color tone]). You can register and save up to three sets of processing parameters. Parameter Contrast Sharpness...
  • Page 58 [Parameter 1] sets the contrast, sharpness, and color saturation by +1 stop. [Parameter 2] sets all the parameters to . Setting Processing Parameters Select the parameter. • Press the <å> keys to select the parameter, then press <p>. Set the parameter. •...

  • Page 59: Menu File Numbering

    File Numbering The images you take are automatically assigned a file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in a folder (created automatically) that can hold up to 100 images. The file number is akin to the frame number of film images.

  • Page 60: Menu Setting Auto Rotation

    Setting Auto Rotation Vertical shots can be rotated automatically so that they are displayed upright during playback. Auto rotation will work only with vertical images captured while [Auto rotate] was [On]. It will not work with vertical images captured while [Auto rotate] was [Off]. If a vertical image is taken while the camera is pointed up or down, the image might not rotate automatically for playback.

  • Page 61: Settings

    INFO. Checking Camera Settings When the camera is ready to shoot, press the < 4> button to view the current camera settings on the LCD monitor. Camera Setting Information CF card remaining capacity Auto power off time (p.30) For viewing image with shooting information during playback, see “Image with Shooting Information”.

  • Page 62: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations With Creative Zone modes, you can set the desired shutter speed or aperture value to obtain the exposure you want. You take control of the camera. Before starting, turn the power switch to <ON>. • Depth-of-field preview, exposure compensation, AEB, AE lock, bulb, and white balance bracketing are possible only in Creative Zone modes.

  • Page 63: 3Selecting An Af Point

    3Selecting an AF Point The AF point is used for focusing. The AF point can be selected automatically by the camera or manually by you. In the Basic Zone modes and <Q> mode, the AF point selection is automatic only. In the <T>, <R>, <E>, and <W>...

  • Page 64: Focus Lock

    Automatic AF point Selection Focus Lock After achieving focus, you can lock the focus on a subject and recompose the shot. This is called “focus lock.” Set the camera to a Creative Zone mode. • Set a Creative Zone mode except <Q>. Select the desired AF point.

  • Page 65: When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)

    When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light <n> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: (a) Low-contrast subjects (blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.). (b) Subjects in low light. (c) Extremely backlit and reflective subjects (car with a reflective body, etc.).

  • Page 66: Drive Mode Selection

    Drive Mode Selection The drive mode can be set to single or continuous (2.5 frames per sec.). • During continuous shooting, the captured images are first stored in the camera's internal memory and then successively transferred to the CF card. When the internal memory becomes full during continuous shooting, “...

  • Page 67: Tprogram Ae

    TProgram AE AF point Shutter speed Aperture value Like <Y> (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose shooting mode. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to suit the scene’s brightness. This is called Program ∗ T stands for Program ∗...

  • Page 68: Shifting The Program

    • If “ underexposure. Increase the ISO speed or use flash. • If “ overexposure. Decrease the ISO speed or use an ND filter to reduce the amount of light entering the lens. • Refer the “Function Availability Table” (p.122) for difference between Creative Zone modes and Basic Zone modes.

  • Page 69: Rshutter-Priority Ae

    RShutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture value to suit the brightness of the subject. This is called Shutter-Priority AE. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
  • Page 70 • If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <l> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the blinking stops. Or increase the ISO speed. • If the minimum aperture blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the <l> dial to set a faster shutter speed until the blinking stops.

  • Page 71: Eaperture-Priority Ae

    E Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture value and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. The larger or brighter the aperture value (lower f/number) the more blurred the background will become. This effect is ideal for portraits. The smaller or darker the aperture value (higher f/number), the clearer the focus will be for both near and far objects (wider depth of field).

  • Page 72: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    • • Aperture Value Display The larger the f/number, the smaller the diaphragm will be. The aperture display will differ depending on the lens. When no lens is attached to the camera, “ ” will be display for the aperture value. Depth-of-field Preview •...

  • Page 73: Manual Exposure

    f Manual Exposure Exposure level mark In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture value as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure.
  • Page 74 If the exposure level mark <v> blinks at the <z> or <b> level, it indicates that the difference between the standard exposure exceeds +/–2 stops. Determine the exposure. • Check the exposure level and set the desired shutter speed and aperture value.

  • Page 75: Depth-Of-Field Ae

    Q Automatic Depth-of-Field AE This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes. The camera uses the seven AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in focus.

  • Page 76: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Setting Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. You can make the image look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation amount can be set up to + / – 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments.

  • Page 77: Auto Exposure Bracketing

    Auto Exposure Bracketing With auto exposure bracketing (AEB), the camera automatically changes the exposure level up to +/–2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive shots. Standard exposure AEB range standard exposure decreased exposure increased exposure Decreased exposure Select [AEB]. •...

  • Page 78: Canceling Aeb

    Neither flash nor bulb exposures can be used in AEB mode. • If the drive mode is set to continuous, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously and then the shooting will stop. If the drive mode is set to single image, you must press the shutter button three times. •...

  • Page 79: Jae Lock

    jAE Lock AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the desired exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects. In Creative Zone modes, partial metering will be used automatically for AE lock.

  • Page 80: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter is open during the time you keep pressing the shutter button fully. Bulb is useful when a long exposure is necessary for capturing night scenes, fireworks, the night sky, etc. Since bulb exposures will have more noise than usual, the image will look rough or grainy.

  • Page 81: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash Using the Built-in Flash in the Basic Zone In the Basic Zone modes (except < I> < P> < S>), the built-in flash pops up and fires automatically in low-light and backlit conditions. Using the Built-in Flash in the Creative Zone When using a Creative Zone mode, press the <M>...
  • Page 82 Built-in Flash Range ISO Speed Wide-angle: 18 mm Approx. 0.7-3.7 m (2.3-12.1 ft) Approx. 0.7-5.3 m (2.3-17.4 ft) Approx. 0.7-7.4 m (2.3-24.3 ft) Approx. 0.7-10.5 m (2.3-34.5 ft) Approx. 0.7-6.6 m (2.3-21.6 ft) 1600 Approx. 0.7-14.9 m (2.3-48.9 ft) Approx. 0.7-9.2 m (2.3-30.2 ft) Flash Sync Speed and Aperture Settings Mode Shutter speed setting...

  • Page 83: Using Red-Eye Reduction

    Using the Built-in Flash Using Red-eye Reduction When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may come out red in the image. “Red eye” happens when the light from the flash reflects off the retina of the eyes. The camera’s red-eye reduction feature turns on the red-eye reduction lamp to shine a gentle light into the subject’s eyes to narrow the pupil diameter or iris.

  • Page 84: Jfe Lock

    j FE Lock FE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject. It works in Creative Zone modes. If the subject is too far away and beyond the effective range of the flash, the <...

  • Page 85: Metering Modes

    Metering Modes The camera has three metering modes: Evaluative, partial, and centerweighted average metering. Evaluative metering This is the camera’s standard metering mode suited for most subjects even under backlit conditions. After detecting the main subject’s position, brightness, background, front and back lighting conditions, camera orientation (horizontal or vertical), etc., the camera sets the proper exposure.

  • Page 86: Image Playback

    Image Playback This chapter explains how to view and erase images and how to connect the camera to a TV monitor. Images not taken with the camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a personal computer for image processing or changing the file name.

  • Page 87: Image Playback

    Image Playback You can select any image to view. You can view a single image, the image information, an index display, or a magnified view. ] Single image In any image display mode, you can turn the <l> dial to view another image.

  • Page 88: Highlight Alert

    Image Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture value Shutter speed Images recorded / Total images recorded Image-recording quality Image protect Exposure compensation amount Histogram A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. The horizontal axis indicates the brightness level (darker on the left and brighter on the right), while the vertical axis indicates how many pixels exist for each brightness level.

  • Page 89: ˆIndex Display

    Image Playback ˆ Index Display Nine thumbnail images are displayed on one screen. Switching from the index display to another display mode • To display a single image, press the <] > button. • To display the image with shooting information, press the < 4 > button.

  • Page 90: 7/Ø Magnified View

    7/ø Magnified View The selected image can be magnified by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Magnified portion While in the magnified view, you can maintain the same magnified position and magnification when you turn the <l > dial to view another image. Display the image to be magnified.

  • Page 91: 5Image Jump

    Image Playback Image Jump While single image, image with shooting information, index, or magnified image is displayed, you can jump images ahead or back. Jump bar Jumping in the single-image, image information, and magnified view modes: Press the <ƒ> key to jump ten images backward, or press the <©> key to jump ten images forward.

  • Page 92: Automated Playback Of Images (Auto Playback)

    Automated Playback of Images (Auto playback) This function automatically and continuously displays all images recorded on the CF card. Each image is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. • During auto play, auto power off will not work. • The display time may vary depending on the image. •...

  • Page 93: Menu Rotating An Image

    Image Playback Rotating an Image The Rotate function can rotate an image 90° or 270˚ clockwise. This allows you to display images with the correct orientation. • If you have set [Auto rotate] to [On] (p.59) before taking the vertical shots, you need not rotate the image as described above.

  • Page 94: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV By connecting the camera to a TV set with the video cable (provided), you can view the recorded images on a TV set. Always turn off the camera and the television before connecting or disconnecting them. Be sure the camera is set to the video system format (NTSC or PAL) compatible with the TV set.

  • Page 95: Menu Image Protection

    Image Protection You can protect images to prevent accidental erasure. Image protection icon • Once an image is protected, it cannot be removed by the camera’s Erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first remove the protection. • If you erase all the images (p.96), only the protected images will remain.

  • Page 96: 9Erasing An Image

    9 Erasing an Image You can erase images individually or erase all the images at one time in the CF card. Only protected images will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. So be careful when erasing an image. To prevent important images from being erased accidentally, protect it.
  • Page 97 9 Erasing an Image Erasing All Images Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. Set the camera for playback. • Press the < ]> button. Display the erase menu. •...

  • Page 98: Formatting The Cf Card

    • A non-Canon CF card or a CF card formatted with another camera or personal computer might not work with the camera. In such a case, format the CF card with the camera first. Then it might work with the camera.
  • Page 99 Formatting the CF Card About the “ ” Error Message If “ ” (CF error) is displayed on the LCD panel, it indicates a problem with the CF card that is preventing the image data from being recorded or read. Use another CF card instead. Or, if you have a commercially-available CF card reader that can read the CF card, use it to transfer the images in the card to a personal computer.

  • Page 100: Direct Printing From The Camera

    Direct Printing from the Camera By using the dedicated cable to connect the camera to a Canon printer (optional) compatible with direct printing, you can easily print images directly from the camera. The direct printing operation is all done with...

  • Page 101: Connect The Camera To The Printer

    Connect the Camera to the Printer Turn the Power switch to <2>. Set up the printer. • For details, refer to the printer’s manual. Connect the camera to the printer. • For information on which cable to use and how to connect it to the printer, refer to the printer’s instruction booklet.
  • Page 102 Indicates that a card photo printer is connected. • For direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional) to power the camera is recommended. • If a battery pack will be used to power the camera, be sure to fully recharge it first.

  • Page 103: Printing

    Printing You can specify the printing style (borders on/off, date on/off, etc.), print quantity, and image trimming. You do all the printing operations with the camera. Images in the h format cannot be printed directly from the camera. Connected printer icon Print setting screen Trimming frame: Appears when you want to trim the image.
  • Page 104 Select [Style]. • Set the desired settings for [Borders], [Date], and the BJ printer’s paper size. • For the setting procedure, see “Setting the Printing Style” on the next page. Print the image. • Press the <å> keys to select [PRINT], then press <p >.
  • Page 105 Printing Setting the Printing Style BJ printer • With BJ printers, [Paper] must be set to the paper size used. • With card photo printers, [Image] will appear instead of [Paper]. With the [Image] setting, you can print one image on one sheet or eight identical, smaller images on one sheet.
  • Page 106 [Paper] (BJ printer) [Borders] If you set “Bordered,” certain printers may print the date on the border. The date may be hard to see on a light background or on the border. • If [Date] is [On], the date recorded for the image will appear on the print. •...
  • Page 107 Printing Setting the Quantity Setting the Trimming You can trim the image and print only the trimmed portion. Before starting, you must first set the [Style] settings. If you change the [Style]/[Borders] after setting the trimming, the trimming setting will be lost.
  • Page 108 Rotating the trimming frame Press the <4> button to rotate the trimming frame. The button toggles between the vertical and horizontal image orientation. For example, a horizontal shot can be printed as a vertical shot. • If [Borderless] is set, certain printers might not print the trimmed image correctly.
  • Page 109 Printing Stopping the Printing When Stopping the Printing With a card photo printer: If only one print is being printed, you cannot stop the printing. If multiple prints are being printed, the printing will stop after the current print is finished printing.

  • Page 110: Dpof: Digital Print Order Format

    DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a standard for digital cameras to record the image selections, quantity of prints, and other print settings on a CF card or other recording media. Print settings with a DPOF-compatible digital camera enable the following: •...

  • Page 111: Menu Print Order

    Print Order First you set the printing options and select the images to be printed. The printing options give you a choice of making an index print (multiple, thumbnail images on one print), inserting the date, and inserting the image file No. The printing options will apply to all the images selected for printing.
  • Page 112 Select the set up option. • Press the <å> keys to select the option, then press <p>. The set up screen will appear. [Print Type] [File No.] Select the desired setting. • Press the <å> keys to select the desired setting, then press <p>. Exit the set up screen.
  • Page 113 Print Order • 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 type. (See the table below.) Print Type Standard Index* Both Standard Index* * With BJ printers, the date and file No.
  • Page 114 Selecting Individual Images When the print type is [Standard] or [Both], you can set the number of copies to be printed for each standard-type print. If [Index] is set, you can either include or not include the image to the index print. Select [Order].
  • Page 115 Print Order Indication when [Standard] and [Both] are set. Indication when [Index] is set. Set the print settings. • The settings will be different depending on the [Print Type] explained in “Printing Options” on page 110. Press the <å> keys to set the number of copies from 1 to 99.
  • Page 116 Selecting All Images You can select all the images in the CF card (except h images) for printing or cancel the [All] selection. For standard-type prints, only a single print will be available for each image. • The printing will start with the oldest image. •...

  • Page 117: Direct Printing With Dpof

    Direct Printing with DPOF With a printer (Optional) compatible with direct printing, you can print according to the DPOF settings. Printing style settings Connect the camera to the printer. (p.100) Select [Print Order]. • Select the <]> tab. • Press the <å> keys to select [Print Order], then press <p>.
  • Page 118 Print Order settings If you set “Bordered,” certain printers may print the date on the border. The date may be hard to see on a light background or on the border. • If [Print Type] is set to [Index], the number of thumbnail images that can be printed on the paper depends on the paper size: Credit card-size paper: 20 images, L size: 42, and postcard size: 63.
  • Page 119 Direct Printing with DPOF Stopping the Printing Stopping the Printing With a card photo printer: If only one print is being printed, the printing cannot be stopped. If two or more prints are being printed, the printing will stop with the next print. With BJ printers: The printing will stop and the paper being printed will be discharged.
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  • Page 122: Reference

    Reference This section will help you understand your camera better. It covers basic shooting concepts, camera specifications, system accessories, and other reference information.

  • Page 123: Function Availability Table

    Function Availability Table Mode Dial JPEG Auto Manual Auto WB Preset WB Custom WB WB-BKT Parameters One-Shot AI Servo AI Focus Auto point Manual selection Program shift Exposure compensation AE lock Depth-of-field preview Evaluative Partial Centerweighted average Single Continuous Auto Manual Flash off Red-eye reduction...

  • Page 124: Af Modes And Drive Modes

    AF Modes and Drive Modes Drive mode ONE SHOT AF An image cannot be taken unless focus is achieved. When focus is achieved, it is locked. With evaluative Single metering, the exposure setting is also locked. (The exposure setting is stored in memory before the shot is taken.) The above conditions...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. Power Source “The battery cannot be recharged.” • You are using the wrong battery. Use Battery Pack BP-511 or BP-512. • The battery is not properly attached to the charger. Attach the battery properly to the charger.
  • Page 126 ], see page 98. If it is [ ], see page 127. • You are using a non-Canon CF card. Using Canon CF cards is recommended. (p.2, 129) “The message “ ” appears on the LCD panel.” • The date/time battery is exhausted.
  • Page 127 Troubleshooting Guide Image Review “The image cannot be erased.” • The image is protected. Cancel the protection first. (p.94) “The date and time is wrong.” • The correct date and time has not been set. Set the correct date and time. (p.32) “No image appears on the TV screen.”...

  • Page 128: Error Codes

    If the same error occurs often, something is probably wrong with the camera. Jot down the “xx” error code and take your camera to the nearest Canon Service Center. If an error occurs after you shoot, the camera might have missed the shot.

  • Page 129: Major Accessories (Optional)

    Major Accessories (optional) Battery Pack BP-511 Powerful, lithium-ion, recharegable power pack. When fully recharged, it enables approx. 500 shots to be taken (at 20˚C/ 68°F with 50% flash use). AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 Power source kit (AC adapter, DC coupler, power cord) for supplying power to the camera with a household power outlet.
  • Page 130 The switch has the same effect as pressing the shutter button halfway or completely. A shutter-release lock is also provided. CF Card Data storage device where the captured images are recorded. CF cards made by Canon are recommended.

  • Page 131: System Map

    System Map Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 ST-E2 Rubber Frame Ef E-series Dioptric Bundled Adjustment Lenses Accessories Eyecup Ef Neck Strap Angle Finder C EW-100DBII Battery Pack Semi-hard Case BP-511 EH-16L Battery Grip Battery Charger BG-E1 CB-5L Battery Pack BP-512 Compact Power Adapter AC Adapter CA-PS400...
  • Page 132 System Map CF card Card reader PC card adapter • EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk PC card slot • Adobe Photoshop Elements Disk Computer Windows XP USB port (Home Edition / Professional) Windows 2000 Professional Interface cable IFC-300PCU Windows ME Windows 98 Second Edition Mac OS 9.0-9.2 Mac OS X Video Cable...

  • Page 133: Specifications

    Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash Type I and II CF card 22.7 mm x 15.1 mm Canon EF-S and EF lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is equal to approx.1.6 times the marked focal length.) Canon EF mount High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large CMOS sensor Effective pixels: Approx.
  • Page 134 • Viewfinder Type: Coverage: Magnification: Eye point: Dioptric adjustment range: –3.0 - +1.0 diopter Focusing screen: Mirror: Viewfinder information: Depth-of-field preview: • Autofocus Type: AF points: AF working range: Focusing modes: AF point selection: Active AF point indicator: AF-assist beam: •...
  • Page 135 Specifications ISO speed: Exposure compensation: AE lock: • Shutter Type: Shutter speeds: Shutter release: Self-timer: Remote control: • Built-in Flash Type: Guide No.: Recycling time: Flash-ready indicator: Flash coverage: Flash metering system: • External Speedlite EOS-dedicated Speedlites: E-TTL autoflash set with EX-series Speedlites •...
  • Page 136 Single images can be protected or cancelled. Single image or all images in the CF card can be erased (except protected images). Canon card photo printers and BJ printers for direct printing from the camera JPEG images Print quantity, style (image, paper, borders, date),...

  • Page 137: Dimensions And Weight

    Max. diameter x length: Weight: Case: • All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards. • The camera’s specifications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice. 142 x 99 x 72.9 mm / 5.6 x 3.9 x 2.9 in 560 g / 19.7 oz (body only)
  • Page 138 — 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 139: Index

    Index AC Adaptor Kit ... 15, 22 Accessories ... 128 A-DEP ... 74 Adobe RGB ... 55 AE Lock ... 78 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) ... 76 AF Mode ... 123 AF Point ... 62 AF-Assist Beam ... 63 AI Focus AF ... 123 AI Servo AF ...
  • Page 140 Image-Recording Quality ... 48 Index Display ... 88 ISO Speed ... 50 Landscape ... 40 Language ... 30 LCD Monitor ... 9, 31 LCD Panel ... 9, 12 LCD Panel Illumination ... 84 Lens ... 23 Magnified View ... 89 Main dial ...
  • Page 141 CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan U.S.A. CANON U.S.A. INC. For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-OK-CANON or write to: Customer Relations, Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, N.Y. 11042-1198 CANADA CANON CANADA INC.

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