Page 1 INSTRUCTION The “Software Start Guide” and “Quick Reference Guide” are MANUAL provided at end of this manual.
Page 2: Introduction
After shooting, playback and check whether the images have been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Page 3: Item Check List
Item Check List Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Camera (with eyecup and body cap) Wide Strap EW-100DB III EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software CD-ROM) * Battery Charger LC-E8 or LC-E8E is provided.
Page 4: Conventions Used In This Manual
Conventions Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual <6> <V> <0> 0, 9, 7, 8 : Indicates that the respective function remains * In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials, and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the LCD monitor.
Page 5: Chapters
Chapters For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction Getting Started Basic Shooting and Image Playback Creative Shooting Advanced Shooting Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) Shooting Movies Handy Features Wireless Flash Photography Image Playback Post-Processing Images...
Page 6: Contents At A Glance
Contents at a Glance Shooting Shoot automatically Shoot continuously Take a picture of yourself in a group Freeze the action Blur the action Blur the background Keep the background in sharp focus p.96 Adjust the image brightness (exposure) Shoot in low light Shoot without flash Photograph fireworks at night Shoot while viewing the LCD monitor...
Page 7 Take many pictures Focusing Change the point of focus Shoot a moving subject Playback View the images with the camera Search for pictures quickly Rate images Prevent important images from accidental deletion Delete unnecessary images Auto play images and movies View the images or movies on a TV set Set the LCD monitor brightness Printing...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Index to Features Power Battery • Charging • Installing/Removing • Battery check Power outlet Auto power off Card Inserting/Removing Format Release shutter without card Lens Attaching/Detaching Zoom Image Stabilizer Basic Settings Dioptric adjustment Language Date/Time Beeper Using the LCD monitor LCD Off/On LCD brightness adjustment...
Page 9 Mirror lockup Automatic Depth-of-field Metering mode Remote control Exposure Adjustments Exposure compensation AE lock Flash Built-in flash • Flash exposure compensation • FE lock External flash Flash control • Wireless flash Live View Shooting Live View shooting Focusing Aspect ratio Grid display Quick Control Shooting Movies...
Page 10 Contents Introduction Item Check List... 3 Conventions Used in this Manual ... 4 Chapters ... 5 Contents at a Glance... 6 Index to Features ... 8 Handling Precautions ... 14 Quick Start Guide ... 16 Nomenclature ... 18 Getting Started Charging the Battery ...
Page 11 Creative Shooting d: Program AE...74 Setting the Image-recording Quality...76 Z: Changing the ISO Speed ...79 A Selecting the Subject’s Optimal Image Characteristics (Picture Style) ...81 E: Changing the Autofocus Mode (AF Mode) ...83 S Selecting the AF Point ...85 Subjects Difficult to Focus...87 MF: Manual Focusing ...87 i Continuous Shooting ...88 j Using the Self-timer ...89...
Page 12 Contents Shooting Movies k Shooting Movies... 142 Shooting Function Settings ... 149 Setting the Movie-recording Size... 150 Using Movie Digital Zoom... 152 Taking Video Snapshots ... 153 Menu Function Settings... 157 Handy Features Handy Features ... 166 Silencing the Beeper ... 166 Card Reminder ...
Page 13 k Playing Movies...212 X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes ...214 Slide Show (Auto Playback)...215 Viewing the Images on TV ...218 K Protecting Images ...222 L Erasing Images ...224 C Shooting Information Display ...226 Post-Processing Images U Creative Filters ...230 S Resize ...233 Printing Images Preparing to Print ...236...
Page 14: Handling Precautions
The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
Page 15: Lcd Monitor
Besides dust entering the camera from outside, in rare cases lubricant from the camera’s internal parts may adhere to the front of the sensor. In case visible spots still remain after the automatic sensor cleaning, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Handling Precautions Contacts...
Page 16: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide White index Insert the battery. To charge the battery, see page 26. Insert a card. With the card’s label facing toward the camera back, insert it into the slot. Attach the lens. Red index Align the lens’ white or red index with the camera’s index in the matching color.
Page 17 To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View Shooting” (p.123). To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.71). To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.224). Flip out the LCD monitor. When the LCD monitor displays the date/time setting screen, see page Focus the subject.
Page 18: Nomenclature
Nomenclature The names in bold indicate the parts mentioned up until the “Basic Shooting and Image Playback” section. Power switch (p.32) Display button (p.47,152,167,179) <Z> ISO speed setting button (p.79) Main Dial <6> Shutter button (p.40) Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp (p.91/89) Remote control sensor...
Page 19 Eyecup (p.262) Viewfinder eyepiece Info button <C> (p.47,71,126,146,175) Menu <M> button (p.43) LCD monitor (p.31,43,167) <O> Aperture/ Exposure compensation button (p.99/103) Tripod socket Quick Control button/ <Q/l> Direct print button (p.41/241) Playback button <x> <0> Setting button (p.43) Cross keys <S>...
Page 20: Drive Modes
Nomenclature Shooting Settings Display Shutter speed Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount (p.103) AEB range (p.105) Shooting mode Picture Style (p.81) AF mode (p.83) One-Shot AF AI Focus AF AI Servo AF Manual Focusing Quick Control icon (p.41) White balance (p.117) Auto W Daylight...
Page 21: Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Information Spot metering circle Focusing screen <A> AE lock/ AEB in-progress Flash-ready <D> 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 The display will show only the settings currently applied.
Page 22 Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial includes the Basic Zone modes, Creative Zone modes, and the Movie shooting mode. Creative Zone These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects. : Program AE (p.74) : Shutter-priority AE (p.94) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.96) : Manual exposure (p.99) 8: Automatic depth-of-field AE (p.101)
Page 23 Lens Lens without a distance scale Focusing ring (p.87,138) Hood mount (p.294) Filter thread (front of lens) (p.294) Image Stabilizer switch Lens mount index Lens with a distance scale Hood mount (p.294) Filter thread (front of lens) (p.294) Zoom ring (p.37) Focusing ring (p.87,138) Image Stabilizer switch...
Page 24 Nomenclature Battery Charger LC-E8 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E8 (p.26). Power plug Battery pack slot Charge lamp Full-charge lamp Battery Charger LC-E8E Charger for Battery Pack LP-E8 (p.26). Battery pack slot Charge lamp Full-charge lamp Power cord Power cord socket...
Page 25: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting 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.
Page 26: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery LC-E8 LC-E8E It takes approx. 2 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery at 23°C / 73°F. The time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient temperature and the battery’s charge level. For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (6°C - 10°C / 43°F - 50°F) will take a longer time (up to 4 hours).
Page 27 3 sec. Do not charge any battery other than a Battery Pack LP-E8. The Battery Pack LP-E8 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable.
Page 28: Installing And Removing The Battery
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E8 into the camera. Removing the Battery After opening the battery compartment cover, be careful not to swing it back further. Otherwise, the hinge might break. Open the cover.
Page 29: Installing And Removing The Card
Installing and Removing the Card The card (sold separately) can be an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. The captured images are recorded onto the card. Make sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. Installing the Card Write-protect switch Possible shots The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the...
Page 30: Removing The Card
Installing and Removing the Card Removing the Card Access lamp When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to or read by the card, being erased, or data is being transferred. Do not open the card slot cover during this time. Also, never do any of the following while the access lamp is lit or blinking.
Page 31: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD Monitor After you flip out the LCD monitor, you can set menu functions, use Live View shooting, shoot movies, and playback images and movies. You can change the direction and angle of the LCD monitor. 180° 90° 175°...
Page 32: Turning On The Power
Turning on the Power If you turn on the power switch and the date/time setting screen appears, see page 34 to set the date/time. About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, the sensor cleaning will be executed automatically.
Page 33: Checking The Battery Level
z Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels: Battery Life Temperature No Flash 50% Flash Use The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E8, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera &...
Page 34: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time has been reset, the Date/Time setting screen will appear. Follow steps 3 and 4 to set the date/time. Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based on this date/time setting.
Page 35: Selecting The Interface Language
Selecting the Interface Language Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen. Under the [6] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the key to select the [6] tab. Press the <V> key to select [Language the top), then press <0>. Set the desired language.
Page 36: Attaching And Detaching A Lens
Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens White index Red index Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.
Page 37: Zoom
About Zooming Detaching the Lens Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause loss of vision. If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do not touch the rotating part. Image Conversion Factor Since the image sensor size is smaller than the 35mm film...
Page 38: About The Lens Image Stabilizer
About the Lens Image Stabilizer When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens as an example. * IS stands for Image Stabilizer. The Image Stabilizer may not be effective if the subject moves at the time of exposure.
Page 39: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types, sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.
Page 40: Shutter Button
Basic Operation Shutter Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Preventing Camera Shake Hand-held camera movement during the moment of exposure is called camera shake. It can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake, note the following: •...
Page 41: Q Quick Control For Shooting Functions
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control screen. Basic Zone modes For the functions settable in Basic Zone modes and the setting procedure, see page 64.
Page 42 Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions Settable Functions on Quick Control Screen White balance correction* (p.119) Shutter speed (p.94) Shooting mode* (p.22) Exposure compensation/ AEB setting (p.103, 105) Picture Style (p.81) AF mode (p.83) White balance (p.117) Drive mode (p.88, 89) Metering mode (p.102) Asterisked functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen.
Page 43: Menu Operations
Menu Operations With menus, you can set various functions such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M> button, <S> cross keys, and < back to operate the menus. <M> button LCD monitor Menu Screen In the Basic Zone, Movie shooting mode, and Creative Zone, the tabs and menu options displayed will be different.
Page 44 3 Menu Operations Menu Setting Procedure In step 2, you can also turn the <6> dial to select a menu tab. The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen. For details about each menu item, see page 270.
Page 45: Formatting The Card
Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep.
Page 46 3 Formatting the Card Execute [Format] in the following cases: The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed (p.287). About Low-level Formatting Do low-level formatting if the card’s recording or reading speed seems slow or if you want to totally erase all data in the card.
Page 47: Switching The Lcd Monitor Display
Switching the LCD Monitor Display The LCD monitor can display the shooting settings screen, menu screen, captured images, etc. Shooting Settings Menu Functions Appears when you press the <M> button. Press the button again to return to the shooting settings screen. You can set [5 LCD off/on btn] so that the shooting settings display does not keep turning off and on (p.179).
Page 48: Feature Guide
Feature Guide The Feature guide is a simple description of the respective function or option. It is displayed when you change the shooting mode or use the Quick Control screen to set a shooting function, Live View shooting, movie shooting, or playback. When you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen, the Feature guide description is displayed.
Page 49: Basic Shooting And Image Playback
Basic Shooting and Image Playback This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results and how to playback images. With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically (p.64, 268).
Page 50: A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It is a fully-automatic mode. Even with moving subjects, the camera will automatically continue to focus the subject (p.53). AF point Focus confirmation light Set the Mode Dial to <A>.
Page 51: Take The Picture
The <A> mode makes the colors look more impressive in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes. If the desired color tone is not obtained, use a Creative Zone mode and select a suitable Picture Style (p.81). The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.
Page 52 A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) Although it is daylight, the flash popped up. For a backlit subject, the flash may pop up to help lighten the subject’s dark areas. In low light, the built-in flash fired a series of flashes. Pressing the shutter button halfway may trigger the built-in flash to fire a series of flashes to assist autofocusing.
Page 53: A Full Auto (Scene Intelligent Auto) Techniques
A Full Auto (Scene Intelligent 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 <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked.
Page 54: The Lcd Monitor
A Full Auto (Scene Intelligent Auto) Techniques A Live View Shooting Live View shooting allows you to shoot while looking at the image on the LCD monitor. For details, see page 123. You can also rotate the LCD monitor in different directions (p.31). Normal angle Display the Live View image on the LCD monitor.
Page 55: Disabling Flash
7 Disabling Flash In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for capturing the particular ambience of a scene, such as candlelight scenes. Shooting Tips Prevent camera shake if the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks.
Page 56: C Creative Auto Shooting
C Creative Auto Shooting Unlike the <A> Scene Intelligent Auto mode where the camera sets everything, the <C> Creative Auto mode enables you to easily change the depth of field, drive mode, and flash firing. You can also choose the ambience you want to convey in your images. The default settings are the same as the <A>...
Page 57: Battery Check
Shutter speed Aperture ISO speed Battery check Image-recording quality Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following: (1) Shoot by ambience selection You can set the ambience you want to convey in your images. Press the key or turn the <6> dial to select the desired ambience.
Page 58 C Creative Auto Shooting (3) Drive mode/Flash firing Drive mode: Press the key or turn the <6> dial to set it as desired. Single shooting : Shoot one image at a time. Continuous shooting: <Q> Self-timer:10sec/Remote control : <q>...
Page 59: Shooting Portraits
2 Shooting Portraits The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and the hair look softer. Shooting Tips The further the distance between the subject and background, the better. The further the distance between the subject and background, the more blurred the background will look.
Page 60: Shooting Landscapes
3 Shooting Landscapes Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, or to have everything in focus from near to far. For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images. Shooting Tips With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end. When using the wide-angle end of a zoom lens, objects near and far will be in focus better than at the telephoto end.
Page 61: 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 62: Shooting Moving Subjects
5 Shooting Moving Subjects To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Shooting Tips Use a telephoto lens. Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar. Use the center AF point to focus.
Page 63: Shooting Portraits At Night
6 Shooting Portraits at Night To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Shooting Tips Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view.
Page 64: Q Quick Control
Q Quick Control Example: Portrait mode Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode. Press the <Q> button. The Quick Control screen will appear. Set the function. Press the <V> key to select a function. (Step not necessary in the A/7 mode.) The selected function and Feature guide (p.48) will be displayed.
Page 65: Shoot By Ambience Selection
Shoot by Ambience Selection Except in the <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) and <7> (Flash Off) Basic Zone modes, you can select the ambience for shooting. Ambience A 7 C 2 3 4 5 6 (1) Standard setting (2) Vivid (3) Soft (4) Warm (5) Intense (6) Cool...
Page 66 Shoot by Ambience Selection The Live View image shown with the ambience setting applied will not look exactly the same as the actual photo. Using flash may minimize the ambience effect. In bright outdoors, the Live View image you see on the screen might not have exactly the same brightness or ambience as the actual photo.
Page 67 Ambience Settings (1) Standard setting Standard image characteristics for the respective shooting mode. Note that <2> has image characteristics geared for portraits and <3> is geared for landscapes. Each ambience is a modification of the respective shooting mode’s image characteristics. (2) Vivid The subject will look sharp and vivid.
Page 68: Shoot By Lighting Or Scene Type
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type In the <2> (Portrait), <3> (Landscape), <4> (Close-up), and <5> (Sports) Basic Zone modes, you can shoot while the settings match the lighting or scene type. Normally, [Default setting] is adequate, but if the settings match the lighting condition or scene, the picture will look more accurate to your eye.
Page 69 If you use flash, the setting will switch to [Default setting]. (However, the shooting information will display the lighting or scene type that was set.) If you want to set this together with [Shoot by ambience selection], set the [Shoot by lighting or scene type] which best matches the ambience you have set.
Page 70 Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type Lighting or Scene Type Settings (1) Default setting The default setting. (2) Daylight For subjects under sunlight. Gives more natural-looking blue skies and greenery and reproduces light-colored flowers better. (3) Shade For subjects in the shade. Suitable for skin tones, which may look too bluish, and for light-colored flowers.
Page 71: Image Playback
x Image Playback The easiest way to playback images is explained below. For more details on the playback procedure, see page 201. No information Histogram Playback the image. When you press the <x> button, the last image captured will be displayed. Select an image.
Page 73: Creative Shooting
Creative Shooting In the Basic Zone modes, to prevent spoiled shots, most functions are set automatically and cannot be changed. In the <d> (Program AE) mode, you can set various functions and be more creative. In the <d> mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and aperture automatically to obtain a standard exposure.
Page 74: D: Program Ae
d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE. Set the Mode Dial to <d>. Focus the subject. Look through the viewfinder and aim the selected AF point over the subject.
Page 75: Shooting Tips
Shooting Tips Change the ISO speed or use the built-in flash. To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the ISO speed (p.79) or use the built-in flash (p.90). In the <d> mode, the built-in flash will not fire automatically. So under low light, press the ...
Page 76: Setting The Image-Recording Quality
* Figures for the file size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst are based on Canon’s 4GB test card and testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style). These figures will vary depending on the subject, card brand, aspect ratio, ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom Functions, and other settings.
Page 77: Maximum Burst
I want to select the image-recording quality matching the paper size for printing. Paper size A2 (42x59.4cm/16.5x23.4in.) A3 (42x29.7cm/ 16.5x11.7in.) 1+73 A4 (29.7x21cm/11.7x8.3in.) 12.7x8.9cm/5.0x3.5in. What’s the difference between It indicates a different image quality due to a different compression rate. Even with the same number of pixels, the image quality.
Page 78 3 Setting the Image-recording Quality About 1 1 is the raw image data before it is made into 73 or other images. Although 1 images require software like Digital Photo Professional (provided, p.302) so they can be displayed on the computer, they also offer flexibility for image adjustments possible only with 1.
Page 79: Z: Changing The Iso Speed
Z: Changing the ISO SpeedN Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. In Basic Zone modes, the ISO speed is set automatically (p.80). ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed Shooting Situation 100 - 400 400 - 1600 Overcast skies or evening time 1600 - 6400, H...
Page 80 Z: Changing the ISO SpeedN ISO [AUTO] Shooting Mode A/7/C/3/4/5/6 d/s/f/a* With flash *1: Fixed at ISO 400 for bulb exposures. *2: Depends on the maximum ISO speed limit set. *3: If fill flash results in overexposure, ISO 100 or a higher ISO speed will be set. *4: If bounce flash is used with an external Speedlite in a Basic Zone (except <6>) mode, <d>...
Page 81: A Selecting The Subject's Optimal Image Characteristics (Picture Style)
A Selecting the Subject’s Optimal Image CharacteristicsN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject. In Basic Zone modes, you cannot select the Picture Style. Picture Style Characteristics D Auto The color tone will be adjusted to suit the scene. The colors will look vivid, especially for blue skies, greenery, and sunsets in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes.
Page 82 A Selecting the Subject’s Optimal Image CharacteristicsN R Landscape For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images. Effective for impressive landscapes. S Neutral This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer.
Page 83: E: Changing The Autofocus Mode (Af Mode)
E: Changing the Autofocus ModeN You can select the AF (autofocus) mode to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the most suitable 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 84: Ai Servo Af For Moving Subjects
E: Changing the Autofocus ModeN If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will blink. If this occurs, a picture cannot be taken even if the shutter button is pressed completely. Recompose the picture and try to focus again.
Page 85: S Selecting The Af Point
S Selecting the AF Point N In Basic Zone modes, the camera will normally focus the closest subject automatically. Therefore, it might not always focus your target subject. In the <d>, <s>, <f>, and <a> modes, you can select the AF point and use it to focus the target subject.
Page 86 S Selecting the AF Point N Shooting Tips When shooting a portrait up close, use One-Shot AF and focus the eyes. If you focus the eyes first, you can then recompose and the face will remain sharp. If it is difficult to focus, select and use the center AF point. The center AF point is the most sensitive among the nine AF points.
Page 87: Subjects Difficult To Focus
Subjects Difficult to Focus Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (viewfinder’s focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: Very low-contrast subjects. (Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.) Subjects in very low light Extremely backlit or reflective subjects (Example: Car with a highly reflective body, etc.) Near and far subjects covered by an AF point (Example: Animal in a cage, etc.)
Page 88: Continuous Shooting
i Continuous ShootingN You can shoot up to about 3.7 shots per sec. This is effective for shooting a child running toward you or capturing different facial expressions. Shooting Tips Also set the AF mode (p.83) matching the subject. • For a moving subject When AI Servo AF is set, focusing will be continuous during continuous shooting.
Page 89: Using The Self-Timer
j Using the Self-timer Two seconds before the picture is taken, the self-timer lamp will stay on and the beeper will sound faster. With <q>, the interval between the multiple shots may be prolonged depending on the shooting functions settings such as the image-recording quality or flash. After taking self-timer shots, you should check the image for proper focus and exposure (p.71).
Page 90: D Using The Built-In Flash
D Using the Built-in Flash In indoors, low light, or backlit conditions in daylight, just raise the built- in flash and press the shutter button to take flash pictures. In the <d> mode, the shutter speed (1/60 sec. - 1/200 sec.) will be set automatically to prevent camera shake.
Page 91: Red-Eye Reduction
Shooting Tips If the subject is far away, increase the ISO speed (p.79). By increasing the ISO speed, you can extend the flash range. In bright light, decrease the ISO speed. If the exposure setting in the viewfinder blinks, decrease the ISO speed.
Page 93: Advanced Shooting
Advanced Shooting This chapter builds on Chapter 3 and introduces more ways to shoot creatively. The first half of this chapter explains how to use the <s>, <f>, <a>, and <8> modes on the Mode Dial. All the functions explained in Chapter 3 can also be used in the <s>, <f>, and <a>...
Page 94: S: Action Shots
s: Action Shots You can either freeze the action or create motion blur with the <s> (Shutter-priority AE) mode on the Mode Dial. * <s> stands for Time value. Blurred motion (Slow shutter speed: 1/30 sec.) Shutter Speed Display The LCD monitor displays the shutter speed as a fraction. However, the viewfinder displays only the denominator.
Page 95 Shooting Tips To freeze the action or moving subject. Use a fast shutter speed such as 1/4000 sec. to 1/500 sec. To blur a running child or animal giving the impression of fast movement. Use a medium shutter speed such as 1/250 sec. to 1/30 sec. Follow the moving subject through the viewfinder and press the shutter button to take the picture.
Page 96: F: Changing The Depth Of Field
f: Changing the Depth of Field To blur the background or to make everything near and far look sharp, set the Mode Dial to <f> (Aperture-priority AE) to adjust the depth of field (range of acceptable focus). * <f> stands for Aperture value which is the size of the diaphragm hole inside the lens. Blurred background (With a low aperture f/number: f/5.6) Aperture Display...
Page 97 f: Changing the Depth of Field Shooting Tips When using an aperture with a high f/number, note that camera shake can occur in low light scenes. A higher aperture f/number will make the shutter speed slower. Under low light, the shutter speed can be as long as 30 sec. In such cases, increase the ISO speed and hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Page 98: Depth Of Field Preview
f: Changing the Depth of Field D Using the Built-in Flash To obtain a correct flash exposure, the flash output will be set automatically to match the set aperture (autoflash exposure). The shutter speed will be set automatically between 1/200 sec. - 30 sec. to suit the scene’s brightness.
Page 99: A: Manual Exposure
a: Manual Exposure You can set both the shutter speed and aperture manually as desired. While referring to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder, you can set the exposure as desired. This method is called manual exposure. * <a> stands for Manual. <6>...
Page 100: Bulb
a: Manual Exposure I Using the Built-in Flash To obtain a correct flash exposure, the flash output will be set automatically (autoflash exposure) to match the manually-set aperture. The flash sync speed can be set from 1/200 sec. to 30 sec. and bulb. BULB: Bulb Exposures During the bulb exposure, do not point the lens toward the sun.
Page 101: 8: Automatic Depth-Of-Field Ae
8: Automatic Depth-of-Field AE Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture required to attain the necessary depth of field will be set automatically. * <8>...
Page 102: Changing The Metering Mode
q Changing the Metering ModeN Four methods (metering modes) to measure the subject’s brightness are provided. Normally, evaluative metering is recommended. In Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering is set automatically. w Partial metering r Spot metering With q, the exposure setting will be locked when you press the shutter button halfway and focus is achieved.
Page 103: O Y Setting Exposure Compensation
Setting Exposure CompensationN O Setting Exposure Compensation Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash) does not come out as desired. This feature can be used in Creative Zone modes (except <a>). You can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Increased exposure for a brighter image Decreased exposure for a darker image Dark exposure...
Page 104: Compensation
Setting Exposure CompensationN y Flash Exposure Compensation Set flash exposure compensation if the flash exposure of the subject does not come out as desired. You can set the flash exposure compensation up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments. If [2 Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.109) is set to any setting other than [Disable], the image may look bright even if a decreased exposure compensation or decreased flash exposure compensation has been set.
Page 105: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)
Auto Exposure BracketingN This feature takes exposure compensation a step further by varying the exposure automatically (up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments) with three shots as shown below. You can then choose the best exposure. This is called AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing). Standard exposure AEB amount Darker exposure...
Page 106: Canceling Aeb
3 Auto Exposure BracketingN Canceling AEB Follow steps 1 and 2 to turn off the AEB amount display. The AEB setting will also be canceled automatically if the power switch is set to <2>, flash recycling is completed, etc. Shooting Tips Using AEB with continuous shooting: If ...
Page 107: A Locking The Exposure (Ae Lock)
A Locking the ExposureN You can lock the exposure 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 108: A Locking The Flash Exposure (Fe Lock)
This is when you should use FE lock. After setting the proper flash exposure for the subject, you can recompose (put the subject toward the side) and shoot. This feature can also be used with a Canon EX- series Speedlite.
Page 109: Correcting The Brightness And Contrast Automatically (Auto Lighting Optimizer)
Correcting the Brightness and Contrast AutomaticallyN If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This feature is called Auto Lighting Optimizer. The default setting is [Standard]. With JPEG images, the correction is done when the image is captured.
Page 110: Correcting The Image's Dark Corners
Correcting the Image’s Dark Corners Due to the lens characteristics, the four corners of the picture might look darker. This phenomenon is called lens light fall-off or drop in peripheral illumination and can be corrected automatically. The default setting is [Enable].
Page 111: Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction
Depending on shooting conditions, noise might appear on the image periphery. When using a non-Canon lens, setting the correction to [Disable] is recommended, even if [Correction data available] is displayed. Lens peripheral light correction is also applied when an Extender is attached.
Page 112: A Customizing Image Characteristics (Picture Style)
A Customizing Image CharacteristicsN You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see page 114. Press the <XA> button. Select a Picture Style. Select a Picture Style, then press the <C>...
Page 113 Parameter Settings and Effects Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. To make it less sharp, set it toward the E end. The closer it is to E, the softer the image will look. To make it sharper, set it toward the F end. The closer it is to F, the sharper the image will look.
Page 114 A Customizing Image CharacteristicsN V Monochrome Adjustment For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explained on the preceding page. kFilter Effect Filter N: None Normal black-and-white image with no filter effects. The blue sky will look more natural, and the white clouds will look Ye: Yellow crisper.
Page 115: A Registering Preferred Image Characteristics (Picture Style)
A Registering Preferred Image CharacteristicsN You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User Def. 2], or [User Def. 3]. You can create Picture Styles whose parameter settings such as sharpness and contrast are different.
Page 116 A Registering Preferred Image CharacteristicsN If a Picture Style has already been registered under [User Def. *], changing the base Picture Style in step 4 will nullify the parameter settings of the registered Picture Style. If you execute [Clear all camera settings] (p.176), all the [User Def. *] settings will revert to the default.
Page 117: B: Matching The Light Source (White Balance)
B: Matching the Light SourceN The function adjusting the color tone so that white objects look white in the picture is called white balance (WB). Normally, the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natural-looking colors cannot be obtained with <Q>, you can select the white balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white object.
Page 118 B: Matching the Light SourceN If the exposure obtained in step 1 is way off, a correct white balance might not be obtained. An image captured while the Picture Style was set to [Monochrome] (p.82) or an image processed with a Creative filter cannot be selected in step 3.
Page 119: Adjusting The Color Tone For The Light Source
2 Adjusting the Color Tone for the Light SourceN 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.
Page 120: White Balance Auto Bracketing
2 Adjusting the Color Tone for the Light SourceN White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color balance can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temperature of the current white balance setting, the image will be bracketed with a blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias.
Page 121: Setting The Color Reproduction Range (Color Space)
Setting the Color Reproduction RangeN The range of reproducible colors is called the color space. With this camera, you can set the color space to sRGB or Adobe RGB for captured images. For normal shooting, sRGB is recommended. In Basic Zone modes, sRGB is set automatically. About Adobe RGB This color space is mainly used for commercial printing and other industrial uses.
Page 122: Mirror Lock-Up To Reduce Camera Shake
Mirror Lock-up to Reduce Camera ShakeN The camera’s mechanical shake caused by the reflex mirror action can blur images taken with a super telephoto lens or close-up (macro) lens. In such cases, mirror lockup is effective. Mirror lockup is enabled by setting [8: Mirror lockup] to [1: Enable] in the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] (p.255).
Page 123: Shooting With The Lcd Monitor (Live View Shooting)
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) You can shoot while viewing the image on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. Live View shooting is effective for still subjects which do not move. If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images.
Page 124: A Shooting With The Lcd Monitor
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor The image’s field of view is approx. 99% (when the image-recording quality is set to JPEG 73). The metering mode will be fixed to evaluative metering for Live View shooting. In Creative Zone modes, you can check the depth of field by pressing the depth-of-field preview button.
Page 125: Enabling Live View Shooting
Enabling Live View Shooting Battery Life with Live View Shooting Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E8 and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E8, continuous Live View shooting is possible as for approx.
Page 126 A Shooting with the LCD Monitor About the Information Display Each time you press the <C> button, the information display will change. AF mode • d : Live mode • c : Face detection Live mode • f : Quick mode Shooting mode Drive mode White balance...
Page 127 Final Image Simulation The final image simulation reflects the effects of the Picture Style, white balance, etc., in the Live View image so you can see what the captured image will look like. During shooting, the Live View image will automatically reflect the function settings listed below.
Page 128: Shooting Function Settings
Shooting Function Settings Function settings particular to Live View shooting are explained here. Q Quick Control While the image is displayed on the LCD monitor in Creative Zone modes, pressing the <Q> button will enable you to set the AF mode, drive mode, white balance, Picture Style, Auto Lighting Optimizer, image-recording quality, and built-in flash settings.
Page 129: Menu Function Settings
z Menu Function Settings Live View shooting You can set Live View shooting to [Enable] or [Disable]. AF mode You can select [Live mode] (p.131), [u Live mode] (p.132), or [Quick mode] (p.136). Grid display With [Grid 1l] or [Grid 2m], you can display grid lines. It can help you level the camera vertically or horizontally.
Page 130 z Menu Function Settings Quality 5184x3456 (18.0 megapixels) 3456x2304 (8.0 megapixels) 2592x1728 (4.5 megapixels) 1920x1280 (2.5 megapixels) 720x480 (350,000 pixels) Asterisked image-recording qualities do not exactly match the set aspect ratio. The image area displayed for asterisked image-recording qualities is slightly larger than the recorded area.
Page 131: Changing The Autofocus Mode
Changing the Autofocus Mode Selecting the AF Mode The AF modes available are [Live mode], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.132), and [Quick mode] (p.136). If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>, magnify the image, and focus manually (p.138). Live Mode: d The image sensor is used to focus.
Page 132 Changing the Autofocus Mode u (Face detection) Live Mode: c With the same AF method as the Live mode, human faces are detected and focused. Have the target person face the camera. Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.
Page 133: Focusing
If the focus is way off, face detection will not be possible. If the lens enables manual focusing even while the lens focus mode switch is set to <f>, turn the focusing ring to attain rough focus. The face will then be detected and ...
Page 134 Changing the Autofocus Mode Live Mode and u (Face Detection) Live Mode Notes AF operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the shutter button halfway will focus again. The image brightness may change during and after the AF operation.
Page 135 Changing the Autofocus Mode Shooting conditions which can make focusing difficult: Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color, flat surfaces. Subjects in low light. Stripes and other patterns where there is contrast only in the horizontal direction. Under a light source whose brightness, color, or pattern keeps changing.
Page 136 Changing the Autofocus Mode Quick Mode: f The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in One-Shot AF mode (p.83), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting. Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation.
Page 137 You cannot take a picture during autofocusing. Take the picture while the Live View image is displayed. Changing the Autofocus Mode Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The Live View image will turn off, the reflex mirror will go back down, and AF will be executed.
Page 138: Mf: Focusing Manually
MF: Focusing Manually You can magnify the image and focus precisely manually. Magnifying frame AE lock Magnified area position Magnification Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly. Move the magnifying frame. Press the <S>...
Page 139 Live View Shooting Cautions White <s> and Red <E> Internal Temperature Warning Icons If the camera’s internal temperature increases due to prolonged Live View shooting or a high ambient temperature, a white <s> icon will appear. If you continue shooting while this icon is displayed, the image quality of still photos may deteriorate.
Page 140 Live View Shooting Cautions Shooting Result Cautions When you shoot continuously with the Live View function for a long period, the camera’s internal temperature may increase and it can degrade image quality. Terminate Live View shooting when not shooting images. Before taking a long exposure, stop Live View shooting temporarily and wait several minutes before shooting.
Page 141: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies Cards which can record movies When shooting movies, use a large-capacity SD card rated SD Speed Class 6 “ If you use a slow-writing card when shooting movies, the movie might not be recorded properly. And if you playback a movie on a card having a slow reading speed, the movie might not playback properly.
Page 142: Shooting Movies
k Shooting Movies Connecting the camera to a TV set is recommended to playback the movies shot (p.218, 221). Autoexposure Shooting Recording movie Microphone Set the Mode Dial to <k>. The reflex mirror will make a sound, then the image will appear on the LCD monitor.
Page 143 During movie shooting, do not point the lens toward the sun. The sun’s heat can damage the camera’s internal components. Cautions for movie shooting are on pages 163 and 164. If necessary, also read the Live View shooting cautions on pages 139 and 140.
Page 144: Manual Exposure
k Shooting Movies Manual Exposure Shooting You can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for advanced users. <6> <O> + <6> Set the Mode Dial to <k>. The reflex mirror will make a sound, then the image will appear on the LCD monitor.
Page 145 AE lock and exposure compensation cannot be set. Changing the shutter speed or aperture during movie shooting is not recommended since the changes in the exposure will be recorded. If you use a lens whose maximum aperture changes while you zoom, you should not zoom while shooting a movie.
Page 146 k Shooting Movies About the Information Display Each time you press the <C> button, the information display will change. AF mode • d : Live mode • c : Face detection Live mode • f : Quick mode Movie shooting mode White balance Auto Lighting...
Page 147 Notes for Both Autoexposure and Manual Exposure Shooting A movie file is recorded each time you shoot a movie. The image’s field of view is approx. 99%. The sound will be recorded by the camera’s built-in monaural microphone (p.142). Stereo sound recording is possible by connecting an external microphone (commercially available) equipped with a stereo mini plug (3.5mm dia.) to the camera’s external microphone IN terminal (p.18).
Page 148: Shooting Still Photos
k Shooting Movies Shooting Still Photos Shooting Stills in the <k> Mode If you take a still photo during movie shooting, the movie will record a still moment lasting approx. 1 sec. The captured still photo will be recorded to the card, and the movie shooting will resume automatically when the Live View image is displayed.
Page 149: Shooting Function Settings
Shooting Function Settings Function settings particular to movie shooting are explained here. Q Quick Control While the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can press the <Q> button to set the AF mode, white balance, Picture Style, Auto Lighting Optimizer, image-recording quality (for still photos), movie- recording size, movie digital zoom, and video snapshots.
Page 150: Setting The Movie-Recording Size
Setting the Movie-recording Size Image size [1920x1080] : Full High-Definition (Full HD) recording quality. [1280x720] : High-Definition (HD) recording quality. [640x480] : Standard-definition recording quality. The aspect ratio will be 4:3. Frame rate (fps: frames per second) [8] [6] : For areas where the TV format is NTSC (North America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, etc.).
Page 151 Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute Due to limitations of the file system, movie shooting will stop automatically if the file size of a single movie clip reaches 4GB. To resume movie shooting, press the <A> button. (A new movie file starts being recorded.) Movie-recording Size...
Page 152: Using Movie Digital Zoom
Using Movie Digital Zoom When the image size is set to [1920x1080] (Full HD), you can shoot with an approx. 3x to 10x digital zoom. Using a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake. The image cannot be magnified for focusing. Even if the AF mode has been set to [Quick mode], it will switch automatically to [Live mode] during movie shooting.
Page 153: Taking Video Snapshots
Taking Video Snapshots You can easily create a short movie with the video snapshot function. A video snapshot is a short movie clip lasting 2 sec., 4 sec., or 8 sec. A collection of video snapshots is called a video snapshot album and can be saved to the card as a single movie file.
Page 154 3 Taking Video Snapshots Creating a Video Snapshot Album Shooting duration Shoot the first video snapshot. Press the <A> button to shoot. The blue bars indicating the shooting duration will gradually decrease. After the set shooting duration elapses, the shooting stops automatically. After the LCD monitor turns off and the access lamp stops blinking, the confirmation screen will appear.
Page 155 Options in Steps 4 and 5 Option Save as album (Step 4) Add to album (Step 5) W Save as a new album (Step 5) 1 Playback video snapshot (Steps 4 and 5) Do not save to album (Step 4) Delete without saving to album (Step 5) [Playback video snapshot] Operations...
Page 156 3 Taking Video Snapshots You can add to an album only video snapshots having the same duration (approx. 2 sec., 4 sec., or 8 sec. each). If you stop shooting a video snapshot before the set shooting duration elapses, the video snapshot will be added to the preceding album.
Page 157: Menu Function Settings
Menu Function Settings The menu options displayed under the [n], [o], and [Z] tabs are explained below. [n] tab Movie exposure Normally, set this to [Auto]. Setting it to [Manual] enables you to manually set the ISO speed, shutter speed, and aperture for movie shooting (p.144). AF mode The AF modes will be the same as described on pages 131-137.
Page 158 3 Menu Function Settings kShutter/AE lock button You can change the function assigned to the shutter button’s halfway position and to the AE lock button. • AF/AE lock: Normal function. Press the shutter button halfway to execute AF. Press the <w> button for AE lock. •...
Page 159 3 Menu Function Settings Remote control You can use the Remote Controller RC-6 (sold separately, p.261) to start and stop the movie shooting. Set the release mode switch to <2>, then press the transmit button. If the switch is set to <o> (immediate shooting), still photo shooting will take effect.
Page 160: Sound Recording
3 Menu Function Settings [o] tab Sound recording Level meter [Sound rec.] options [Auto] : The sound recording level will be adjusted automatically. Auto level control will operate automatically in response to the sound level. [Manual] : For advanced users. You can adjust the sound recording level to one of 64 levels.
Page 161: Grid Display
[Wind filter] When [Enable] is set, outdoor wind noise entering the microphone will be reduced. Note that some low-tone noise might also be reduced. When shooting in places where there is no wind, set this to [Disable] for a more natural sound recording. The sound volume balance between L (left) and R (right) cannot be adjusted.
Page 162 3 Menu Function Settings [Z] tab Exposure compensation Although exposure compensation can be set up to ±5 stops, exposure compensation for movies is restricted only up to ±3 stops. For still photos, exposure compensation may extend up to ±5 stops. Auto Lighting Optimizer The Auto Lighting Optimizer can be set as explained on page 109.
Page 163 White <s> and Red <E> Internal Temperature Warning Icons If the camera’s internal temperature increases due to prolonged movie shooting or a high ambient temperature, a white <s> icon will appear. Even if you shoot a movie while this icon is displayed, the movie’s image quality will not be affected.
Page 164 Movie Shooting Cautions Recording and Image Quality If you use a card having a slow writing speed, a five-level indicator might appear on the right of the screen during movie shooting. It indicates how much data has not yet been written to the card (remaining capacity of the internal buffer memory).
Page 165: Handy Features
Handy Features Silencing the Beeper (p.166) Card Reminder (p.166) Setting the Image Review Time (p.166) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.167) Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness (p.167) Creating and Selecting a Folder (p.168) File Numbering Methods (p.170) Setting Copyright Information (p.172) Auto Rotation of Vertical Images (p.174) Checking Camera Settings (p.175) Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings (p.176)
Page 166: Handy Features
Handy Features 3 Silencing the Beeper You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved or during self-timer operation. 3 Card Reminder This prevents shooting if there is no card in the camera. 3 Setting the Image Review Time You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture.
Page 167: Setting The Auto Power-Off Time
3 Setting the Auto Power-off Time To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after the set time of idle operation elapses. You can set this auto power-off time. When the camera has turned off due to auto power off, you can wake it up by pressing the shutter button halfway or pressing any of the following buttons: <M>, , <x>, <A>...
Page 168: Creating And Selecting A Folder
Handy Features 3 Creating and Selecting a Folder You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved. This is optional since a folder will be created automatically for saving captured images. Create a Folder Select [Select folder].
Page 169: Selecting A Folder
Selecting a Folder Lowest file number Number of images in folder Folder name Highest file number About Folders As with “100CANON” for example, the folder name starts with three digits (folder number) followed by five alphanumeric characters. A folder can contain up to 9999 images (file No.
Page 170: File Numbering Methods
Handy Features 3 File Numbering Methods The image files will be numbered from 0001 to 9999 in the order the images are taken, then saved in a folder. You can change how the file number is assigned. The file number will appear on your computer in this format: IMG_0001.JPG.
Page 171 [Auto reset]: The file numbering is reset to 0001 whenever you replace the card or create a folder. Whenever the card is replaced or a new folder created, the file numbering starts from 0001. This is convenient if you want to organize images according to cards or folders.
Page 172: Setting Copyright Information
Handy Features 3 Setting Copyright InformationN When you set the copyright information, it will be appended to the image as Exif information. Select [Copyright information]. Under the [7] tab, select [Copyright information], then press <0>. Select the option to be set. Select [Enter author’s name] or [Enter copyright details], then press <0>.
Page 173 Text Entry Procedure Entering text: In the bottom area, press the <S> key or turn the <6> dial to select a character, then press <0> to enter it. Deleting a character: Press the <L> button to delete one character. Exiting: After entering the text, press the <M>...
Page 174: Auto Rotation Of Vertical Images
Handy Features 3 Auto Rotation of Vertical Images [OnPD] : The vertical image is automatically rotated during playback on both the camera’s LCD monitor and on the computer. [OnD] : The vertical image is automatically rotated only on the computer. [Off] : The vertical image is not automatically rotated.
Page 175: C Checking Camera Settings
C Checking Camera Settings While the shooting settings (p.47) are displayed, press the <C> button to display the camera’s major function settings. Settings display Beeper (p.166) Auto power off (p.167) Sensor cleaning (p.184) Card remaining capacity Color space (p.121) WB correction (p.119)/ WB bracketing (p.120) Live View shooting (p.123) Red-eye reduction (p.91)
Page 176: Reverting The Camera To The Default Settings
Handy Features 3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to the default. This option is available in Creative Zone modes. Clearing all camera settings: After the procedure above, select [Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)] in [7 Clear settings] to clear all the Custom Function settings (p.250).
Page 177: Shooting Settings
Shooting Settings AF mode One-Shot AF AF point selection Automatic selection Drive mode u (Single shooting) q (Evaluative Metering mode metering) ISO speed AUTO (Auto) ISO Auto Max.: 3200 Exposure Canceled compensation/AEB Built-in flash func. NormalFiring setting Flash exposure 0 (Zero) compensation Custom Functions Unchanged...
Page 178 Handy Features Live View Shooting Settings Live View shooting Enable AF mode Live mode Grid display Aspect ratio Metering timer 16 sec. Movie Shooting Settings Movie exposure Auto AF mode Live mode AF w/ shutter Disable button during k kShutter/AE lock AF/AE lock button Remote control...
Page 179: Turning The Lcd Monitor Off/On
3 Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On The shooting settings display (p.47) can be turned on or off by pressing the shutter button halfway. [Shutter btn.] : When you press the shutter button halfway, the display will turn off. And when you let go of the shutter button, the display will turn on.
Page 180: Setting The Flash
Setting the FlashN The built-in flash and external Speedlite settings can be set with the camera’s menu. You can use the camera’s menu to set the external Speedlite function settings only if the attached EX-series Speedlite is compatible with this function. The setting procedure is the same as setting a camera menu function.
Page 181 [Built-in flash func. setting] and [External flash func. setting] With [Built-in flash func. setting] and [External flash func. setting], you can set the functions listed in the table below. The functions displayed under [External flash func. setting] will vary depending on the Speedlite model.
Page 182 3 Setting the FlashN Shutter sync. Normally, set this to [1st curtain] so that the flash fires immediately after the exposure starts. If [2nd curtain] is set, the flash will fire right before the exposure ends. When this is combined with a slow sync speed, you can create a trail of light such as from car headlights at night.
Page 183 Clear flash settings With the [Built-in flash func. setting] or [External flash func. setting] screen displayed, press the <C> button to display the screen to clear the flash settings. When you select [OK], the settings for the flash will be cleared. Setting the External Speedlite Custom Functions The Custom Functions displayed under [External flash C.Fn setting] will vary depending on the Speedlite model.
Page 184: Automatic Sensor Cleaning
f Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the front of the sensor. Normally, you need not pay attention to this operation.
Page 185: Appending Dust Delete Data
Appending Dust Delete DataN Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that might be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still remains, you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image for erasing the dust spots later.
Page 186: Photograph A Solid-White Object
3 Appending Dust Delete DataN About the Dust Delete Data After the Dust Delete Data is obtained, it is appended to all the JPEG and RAW images captured thereafter. Before an important shoot, you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. For details about using Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.302) to erase dust spots, see the Software Instruction Manual (p.304) in the Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM.
Page 187: 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 188 If the battery level becomes low while you clean the sensor, the beeper will sound as a warning. Stop cleaning the sensor. If a smudge that cannot be removed with a blower remains, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended.
Page 189: Wireless Flash Photography
The camera’s built-in flash can work as a master unit with Canon Speedlites having a wireless slave feature and wirelessly trigger the Speedlite(s) to fire. Canceling the slave unit’s auto power off To cancel the slave unit’s auto power off, press the camera’s <A>...
Page 190: Using Wireless Flash
Regarding your Speedlite (slave unit), refer to its instruction manual and set it as follows. The settings other than the below for the slave unit’s control are all set with the camera. Different types of Canon Speedlite slave units can be used and controlled together.
Page 191: Easy Wireless Flash Shooting
Easy Wireless Flash Shooting An easy, basic, and fully-automatic wireless flash shooting is explained below. Fully Automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite Steps 1 to 4 and 6 apply to all wireless flash shooting. Therefore, these steps are omitted in the other wireless flash setups explained on the pages hereafter.
Page 192 Easy Wireless Flash Shooting Setting [E-TTL II meter.] to [Evaluative] is recommended. With [EasyWireless], even if you disable the built-in flash from firing, it will still fire to control the slave unit. Depending on shooting conditions, the flash fired to control the slave unit may appear in the picture. Firing a test flash is not possible with the slave unit.
Page 193: Basic Settings
Fully-automatic Shooting with Multiple External Speedlites You can have multiple slave units fire as if they were a single Speedlite. Convenient when you need a large flash output. Flash Exposure Compensation If the flash exposure looks too dark or too bright, you can set flash exposure compensation to adjust the slave units’...
Page 194: Custom Wireless Flash Shooting
Custom Wireless Flash Shooting Fully-automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite and Built-in Flash The 8:1 to 1:1 flash ratio is equivalent to 3:1 to 1:1 stops (1/2-stop increments). This describes fully-automatic wireless flash shooting with one external Speedlite and the built-in flash. You can change the flash ratio between the external Speedlite and built-in flash to adjust how the shadows look on the...
Page 195 Fully-automatic Shooting with Multiple External Speedlites Multiple Speedlite slave units can be treated as one flash unit or separated into slave groups whose flash ratio can be set. The basic settings are shown below. By changing the [Firing group] setting, you can shoot with various wireless flash setups with multiple Speedlites.
Page 196 Custom Wireless Flash Shooting [1 (A:B)] Multiple slave units in multiple groups If [Firing group] is set to [1 (A:B)], group C will not fire. The 8:1 to 1:1 to 1:8 flash ratio is equivalent to 3:1 to 1:1 to 1:3 stops (1/2- stop increments).
Page 197 Fully-automatic Shooting with the Built-in Flash and Multiple External Speedlites The built-in flash can also be added to wireless flash shooting explained on pages 195-196. The basic settings are shown below. By changing the [Firing group] setting, you can shoot with various wireless flash setups of multiple Speedlites complemented with the built-in flash.
Page 198: Other Settings
Other Settings Flash Exposure Compensation When [Flash mode] is set to [E-TTL II], flash exposure compensation can be set. The flash exposure compensation settings (see below) which can be set will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] and [Firing group] settings. FE Lock If [Flash mode] is set to [E-TTL II], you can press the <A>...
Page 199 Setting the Flash Output Manually for Wireless Flash When [Flash mode] is set to [Manual flash], the flash output can be set manually. The flash output settings ([1 flash output], [Group A output], etc.) that can be set will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] setting (see below).
Page 201: Image Playback
Image Playback This chapter explains features related to viewing photos and movies, going into more detail than in Chapter 2 “Basic Shooting and Image Playback.” Here you will find explanations about how to playback and erase photos and movies with the camera and viewing them on a TV set.
Page 202: H I Searching For Images Quickly
x Searching for Images Quickly H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index display) Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen. Playback the image. When you press the <x> button, the last image captured will be displayed.
Page 203: Single Image Display
Jump through Images (Jump display) With the single image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images forward or back according to the jump method that was set. Jump method Playback position To search images according to the shooting date, select [Date]. To search images according to folder, select [Folder].
Page 204: U/Y Magnified View
u/y Magnified View You can magnify a shot image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Magnified area position You can turn the <6> dial to view another image while the magnification is maintained. The image cannot be magnified during the image review immediately after shooting.
Page 205: Rotating The Image
b Rotating the Image You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation. If you have set [5 Auto rotate] to [OnzD] (p.174) before taking vertical shots, you need not rotate the image as described above. If the rotated image is not displayed in the rotated orientation during image playback, set [5 Auto rotate] to [OnzD].
Page 206: Setting Ratings
Setting Ratings You can rate images and movies with one of five rating marks: l/m/ n/o/p. Select [Rating]. Under the [4] tab, select [Rating], then press <0>. Select an image or movie. Press the key to select an image or movie to be rated. You can display three images by pressing the ...
Page 207 The total number of a rating can be displayed up to 999. If there are 1,000 or more images for a rating, [###] will be displayed. Taking advantage of ratings With [4 Image jump w/6], you can display only the rated images and movies.
Page 208: Q Quick Control During Playback
Q Quick Control During Playback During playback, you can press the <Q> button to set any of the following: [ Protect images], [b Rotate], [9 Rating], [U Creative filters], [S Resize (JPEG images only)], and [e Image jump w/6]. For movies, only the functions in bold above can be set. To rotate an image, set [5 Auto rotate] to [OnPD].
Page 209 Q Quick Control During Playback Pressing the <Q> button during the index display will switch to the single-image display and the Quick Control icons will appear. Pressing the <Q> button again will return to the index display. For images taken with another camera, selectable functions may be limited.
Page 210: Enjoying Movies
k Enjoying Movies Basically, you can playback movies in the following three ways: Playback on a TV set Movies on a card can be played only by devices compatible with MOV files. Since hard disk recorders do not have an HDMI IN terminal, the camera cannot be connected to a hard disk recorder with an HDMI cable.
Page 211 Playback and Editing with a Personal Computer (See the PDF file instruction manual for ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, p.304) To have the movie playback smoothly on a personal computer, use a high-performance personal computer. Regarding the computer hardware requirements for ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, see the PDF file instruction manual.
Page 212: Playing Movies
k Playing Movies Speaker Playback the image. Press the <x> button to display images. Select a movie. Press the key to select a movie. On the single-image display, the <1s> icon displayed on the upper left indicates a movie. If the movie is a video snapshot, <...
Page 213 Function Exit Returns to the single-image display. Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop. Adjust the slow motion speed by pressing the key. Slow motion The slow-motion speed is indicated on the upper right. First frame Displays the movie’s first frame. Each time you press <0>, a single previous frame is Previous frame displayed.
Page 214: Editing A Movie's First And Last Scenes
X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes You can edit out the first and last scenes of a movie in 1-sec. increments. Since the editing is done in 1-sec. increments (position indicated by [X]), the exact position where the movie is edited may differ slightly from the position you specified. If the card does not have enough room, [New file] will not be selectable.
Page 215: Slide Show (Auto Playback)
Slide Show (Auto Playback) You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. Number of images to be played Item jAll images All the still photos and movies in the card will be played back. Still photos and movies taken on the selected shooting date iDate will be played back.
Page 216 3 Slide Show (Auto Playback) Display time Transition effect Set [Set up] as desired. Press the <V> key to select [Set up], then press <0>. Set the [Display time] (still photos), [Repeat], [Transition effect], and [Background music]. The background music selection procedure is explained on the next page.
Page 217: Start The Slide Show
Selecting the Background Music To hear a sample of a background music, press the <C> button. Press the <V> key to listen to another background music. To stop listening to the background music, press the <C> button again. Adjust the sound volume by turning the <6> dial. After selecting the setting, press the <M>...
Page 218: Viewing The Images On Tv
Viewing the Images on TV You can view the still photos and movies on a TV set. Adjust the movie’s sound volume with the TV set. The sound volume cannot be adjusted with the camera. Before connecting or disconnecting the cable between the camera and television, turn off the camera and TV set.
Page 219 Do not connect any other device’s output to the camera’s <D> terminal. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Certain TVs might not be able to playback the captured images. In such a case, use the provided AV cable to connect to the TV. The camera’s <...
Page 220 Viewing the Images on TV Still photo playback menu Movie playback menu : Return : 9-image index : Play movie : Slide show : Disp. shooting info : Rotate Some TV sets require you to first enable the HDMI CEC connection. For details, see the TV set’s instruction manual.
Page 221: The Camera
Set the proper video system format with [6 Video system]. Connect the provided AV cable to the camera. With the plug’s <Canon> logo facing the back of the camera, insert it into the < Connect the AV cable to the TV set.
Page 222: K Protecting Images
K Protecting Images Protecting an image prevents it from being erased accidentally. 3 Protecting a Single Image Image protect icon Select [Protect images]. Under the [3] tab, select [Protect images], then press <0>. The protect setting screen will appear. Select [Select images]. Select [Select images], then press <0>.
Page 223: Protecting All Images In A Folder Or Card
3 Protecting All Images in a Folder or Card You can protect all the images in a folder or card at one time. If you format the card (p.45), the protected images will also be erased. Movies can also be protected. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera’s erase function.
Page 224: L Erasing Images
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.222) 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 225 3 Erasing All Images in a Folder or Card You can erase all the images in a folder or card at one time. When [3 Erase images] is set to [All images in folder] or [All images on card], all the images in the folder or card will be erased. To also erase protected images, format the card (p.45).
Page 226: C Shooting Information Display
C Shooting Information Display Sample Image Taken in a Creative Zone Mode Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed Metering mode Shooting mode White balance Image-recording quality Playback number/ Total images recorded Eye-Fi transmission * With 1+73 images, the 1 file size is displayed. * For still photos taken in movie shooting mode, <G>...
Page 227 Sample Image Taken in a Basic Zone Mode Shooting mode * For images taken in Basic Zone modes, the information displayed differ depending on the shooting mode. * Photos taken in the <C> mode will show [Background blur]. Sample Movie Taken in Movie Mode Shooting time Movie/Playback Movie shooting...
Page 228: About The Histogram
C Shooting Information Display About the Highlight Alert When the shooting information is displayed, any overexposed areas of the image will blink. To obtain more image detail in the overexposed areas, set the exposure compensation to a negative amount and shoot again. About the Histogram The brightness histogram shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness.
Page 229: Post-Processing Images
Post-Processing After shooting, you can apply Creative filters or resize the images (downsize the pixel count). It may not be possible to process images shot with a different camera. Post-processing images as described in this chapter cannot be done while the camera is connected to a personal computer via the <C>...
Page 230: U Creative Filters
U Creative Filters You can apply the following Creative filters to an image and save it as a new image: Grainy B/W, Soft focus, Fish-eye effect, Toy camera effect, and Miniature effect. Select [Creative filters]. Under the [3] tab, select [Creative filters], then press <0>.
Page 231 With 1 or 1+73 images, the 1 image will be applied with the Creative filter and saved as a JPEG image. If an aspect ratio has been set for Live View shooting and a Creative filter is applied to the 1 image, the image will be saved in the aspect ratio that was set.
Page 232 U Creative Filters Creative Filter Features Grainy B/W Makes the image grainy and black and white. By adjusting the contrast, you can change the black-and-white effect. Soft focus Gives the image a soft look. By adjusting the blur, you can change the degree of softness.
Page 233: S Resize
S Resize You can resize an image to make the pixel count lower and save it as a new image. Resizing an image is possible only with JPEG 3/4/a/b images. JPEG c and RAW images cannot be resized. Target sizes Select [Resize].
Page 234 S Resize Resize Options According to Original Image Size Original Image Size About Image Sizes Images such as the [8.0M 3456x2304] image size displayed in step 3 (p.233) have a 3:2 aspect ratio. The image size according to aspect ratios is shown in the table below. The asterisked image-recording quality figures do not exactly match the aspect ratio.
Page 235: Printing Images
Printing Images Printing (p.236) You can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images in the card. The camera is compatible with “wPictBridge” which is the standard for direct printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (p.245) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing instructions such as the image selection, quantity to print,...
Page 236: Preparing To Print
Preparing to Print The direct printing procedure is done entirely with the camera while you look at the LCD monitor. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Set the camera’s power switch to <2>. Set up the printer. For details, see the printer’s instruction manual.
Page 237 PictBridge Movies cannot be printed. The camera cannot be used with printers compatible only with CP Direct or Bubble Jet Direct. Do not use any interface cable other than the one provided. If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the printer.
Page 238: Wprinting
wPrinting The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer’s instruction manual. Printer-connected icon Print setting screen The paper size, type, and layout you have set are displayed. * Depending on the printer, certain settings such as the date and file number imprinting and trimming might not be selectable.
Page 239 Q Setting the Paper Size Y Setting the Paper Type U Setting the Page Layout Bordered The print will have white borders along the edges. The print will have no borders. If your printer cannot print Borderless borderless prints, the print will have borders. The shooting information* Borderedc 9x13cm and larger prints.
Page 240: Set The Printing Effects
wPrinting Printing Effect The image will be printed according to the printer’s standard colors. The image’s Exif data is used to make automatic corrections. EOff No automatic correction will be applied. The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce EVIVID more vivid blues and greens.
Page 241: Start Printing
With Easy printing, you can print another image using the same settings. Just select the image and press the < number of copies will always be 1. (You cannot set the number of copies.) Also, any trimming (p.243) will not be applied. The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer’s own default settings as set by the printer’s manufacturer.
Page 242 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 <C> button to change the position of the <...
Page 243: Trimming The Image
Trimming the Image Tilt correction On the print setting screen, select [Trimming]. Set the trimming frame size, position, and aspect ratio. The image area within the trimming frame will be printed. The trimming frame’s aspect ratio can be changed with [Paper settings]. Changing the trimming frame size When you press the ...
Page 244: 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 in the print. While trimming the image, look at the camera’s LCD monitor. If you look at the image on a TV screen, the trimming frame might not be displayed accurately.
Page 245: W Digital Print Order Format (Dpof)
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot be set individually for each image.) Setting the Printing Options Print type Select [Print order].
Page 246 W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Standard Prints one image on one sheet. Index Print type Both Date File number Even if [Date] and [File No.] are set to [On], the date or file No. might not be imprinted depending on the print type setting and printer model. When printing with DPOF, you must use the card whose print order specifications have been set.
Page 247: Print Ordering
Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Check mark Index icon Select [Mark all in folder] and select the folder. A print order for one copy of all the images in the folder will be placed. If you select [Clear all in folder] and select the folder, the print order for that folder will all be canceled.
Page 248: W Direct Printing With Dpof
W Direct Printing with DPOF Prepare to print. See page 236. 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 a printer and printing is possible.
Page 249: Customizing The Camera
Customizing the Camera You can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences with Custom Functions. Custom Functions can be set and used only in Creative Zone modes.
Page 250: Setting Custom Functions
Setting Custom FunctionsN Custom Function No. Clearing All Custom Functions Under [7 Clear settings], select [Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)] to clear all the Custom Function settings (p.176). Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Under the [7] tab, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press <0>. Select the Custom Function No.
Page 251: Custom Functions
Custom Functions C.Fn I: Exposure Exposure level increments ISO expansion 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: Autofocus/Drive AF-assist beam firing Mirror lockup * If you use an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) equipped with a LED light, the LED light will turn on for AF-assist even in the d and c modes.
Page 252: 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: Autofocus/Drive, C.Fn IV: Operation/Others. C.Fn I: Exposure C.Fn-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, flash exposure compensation, etc.
Page 253 2: 1/200 sec. (fixed) The flash-sync speed is fixed to 1/200 sec. This more effectively prevents subject blur and camera shake than with setting 1. However, the background may come out darker than with setting 1. When 1 or 2 is set, high-speed sync cannot be used with an external Speedlite.
Page 254: Highlight Tone Priority
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn-5 High ISO speed noise reduction Reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high ISO speeds. At low ISO speeds, the noise in the shadow areas is further reduced. Change the setting to suit the noise level.
Page 255 C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive C.Fn-7 AF-assist beam firing The AF-assist beam can be emitted by the camera’s built-in flash or by an external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite. 0: Enable If necessary, the AF-assist beam will be emitted by the built-in flash or external Speedlite. 1: Disable The AF-assist beam is not emitted.
Page 256 3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn IV: Operation/Others C.Fn-9 Shutter/AE lock button 0: AF/AE lock 1: AE lock/AF Convenient when you want to focus and meter separately. Press the <A> button to autofocus, and press the shutter button halfway to apply AE lock. 2: AF/AF lock, no AE lock In the AI Servo AF mode, you can press the <A>...
Page 257 C.Fn-11 LCD display when power ON 0: Display on When the power switch is turned on, the shooting settings will be displayed (p.47). 1: Previous display status If you pressed the button and turned off the camera while the LCD monitor was off, the shooting settings will not be displayed when you turn on the camera again.
Page 258: Registering My Menu
Registering My MenuN Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. About My Menu settings Sort You can change the order of the registered items in My Menu. Select [Sort] and select the item whose order you want to change.
Page 259: Reference
Reference This chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc.
Page 260: Using A Household Power Outlet
Using a Household Power Outlet With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the remaining battery level. Do not connect or disconnect the power cord while the camera’s power switch is set to <...
Page 261: Remote Control Shooting
Remote Control Shooting Remote Controller RC-6 (Sold separately) This remote controller enables you to take pictures wirelessly up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. You can either shoot immediately or use a 2-sec. delay. Remote control sensor Set the self-timer to <Q> (p.89). Point the remote controller toward the camera’s remote control sensor and press the transmit button.
Page 262: Using The Eyepiece Cover
Remote Control Shooting F Remote Switch RS-60E3 (Sold separately) Remote Switch RS-60E3 (sold separately) comes with an approx. 60 cm/2.0 ft cord. When connected to the camera’s remote control terminal, Remote Switch RS-60E3 can be used to press the shutter button halfway and completely.
Page 263: External Speedlites
External Speedlites EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlites Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation. When an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) is attached to the camera, almost all the autoflash control is done by the camera. In other words, it is like a high-output flash attached externally in place of the built-in flash.
Page 264: Using Non-Canon Flash Units
Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The camera can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/200 sec. or slower shutter speeds. Use a sync speed slower than 1/200 sec. Be sure to test the flash unit beforehand to make sure it synchronizes properly with the camera.
Page 265: Using Eye-Fi Cards
Using Eye-Fi Cards With a commercially-available Eye-Fi card already set up, you can automatically transfer captured images to a personal computer or upload them to an online service via a wireless LAN. The image transfer is a function of the Eye-Fi card. For instructions on how to set up and use the Eye-Fi card or to troubleshoot any image transfer problems, refer to the Eye-Fi card’s instruction manual or inquire the card’s manufacturer.
Page 266 Using Eye-Fi Cards Transmission status icon (Gray) Not connected : No connection with access point. (Blinking) Connecting : Connecting with access point. (Displayed) Connected : Connection to access point ) Transferring Check the [Access point SSID:]. Check that an access point is displayed for [Access point SSID:].
Page 267 Using Eye-Fi Cards Cautions for Using Eye-Fi Cards If “J” is displayed, an error occurred while retrieving the card information. Turn the camera’s power switch off and on again. Even if [Eye-Fi trans.] is set to [Disable], it may still transmit a signal. In hospitals, airports, and other places where wireless transmissions are prohibited, remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera.
Page 268: Function Availability Table According To Shooting Modes
Function Availability Table According to Shooting Modes o: Set automatically k: User selectable Mode Dial All recording quality settings selectable Auto / ISO Auto Manual speed Settable maximum ISO speed limit Picture Automatic setting Style Manual selection Shoot by ambience selection Shoot by lighting or scene type Auto Preset...
Page 269 Mode Dial Metering Evaluative mode Metering mode selection Program shift Exposure compensation Exposure AEB AE lock Depth-of-field preview Single shooting Continuous shooting Drive j (10 sec.) l (2 sec.) q (Continuous) Fires automatically Flash on Flash off Built-in Red-eye reduction flash FE lock Flash exposure...
Page 270: Menu Settings
Menu Settings For Viewfinder Shooting and Live View Shooting 1 Shooting 1 (Red) Quality Beep Release shutter without card Image review Peripheral illumination correction Red-eye reduction Flash control 2 Shooting 2 (Red) Exposure compensation/AEB Auto Lighting Optimizer Metering mode Custom White Balance WB Shift/BKT Color space Picture Style...
Page 271 y Shooting 3 (Red) Dust Delete Data ISO Auto z Shooting 4 (Red) Live View shooting AF mode Grid display Aspect ratio Metering timer 3 Playback 1 (Blue) Protect images Rotate Erase images Print order Creative filters Resize 4 Playback 2 (Blue) Histogram Image jump w/6 Slide show...
Page 272 3 Menu Settings 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow) Auto power off Auto rotate Format File numbering Select folder Screen color Eye-Fi settings* * Displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is used. 6 Set-up 2 (Yellow) LCD brightness LCD off/on button Date/Time LanguageK Video system Sensor cleaning...
Page 273 k For Movie Shooting n Movie 1 (Red) Movie exposure AF mode AF with shutter button during k kShutter/AE lock button Remote control kHighlight tone priority o Movie 2 (Red) Movie recording size Sound recording Metering timer Grid display Video snapshot Auto / Manual Live mode / u Live mode / Quick mode Disable / Enable...
Page 274 3 Menu Settings Z Movie 3 (Red) Exposure compensation Auto Lighting Optimizer Custom White Balance Manual setting of white balance Picture Style 1 Shooting 1 (Red) Quality Beep Release shutter without card Image review Peripheral illumination correction 3 Playback 1 (Blue) Protect images Rotate Erase images...
Page 275 4 Playback 2 (Blue) Histogram Image jump w/6 Slide show Rating Bass boost Control over HDMI 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow) Auto power off Auto rotate Format File numbering Select folder Eye-Fi settings* * Displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is used. 6 Set-up 2 (Yellow) LCD brightness Date/Time...
Page 276: System Map
System Map ST-E2 270EX II 320EX Bundled Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15ll Accessories Rubber Frame Ef E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Wide Strap EW-100DB lll Angle Finder C Semi Hard Case EH19-L Battery Pack Hand Strap E2 Battery Magazine Battery Grip BGM-E8L for two BG-E8 LP-E8 battery packs 430EX II...
Page 277 Remote Controller Remote Switch RC-6 RS-60E3 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (1.3 m/4.3 ft.) EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Interface Cable (1.3 m/4.3 ft.) Interface Cable IFC-200U/500U (1.9 m/6.2 ft.) / (4.7 m/15.4 ft.) SD/SDHC/SDXC Card reader memory card EF lenses External microphone HDMI Cable...
Page 278: Troubleshooting Guide
Canon Service Center. Power-Related Problems The battery pack does not recharge. Do not recharge any battery pack other than a genuine Canon Battery Pack LP-E8. The battery charger’s lamp blinks. If there is a problem with the battery charger, the protective circuit will stop the charging operation and the charge lamp will blink in orange.
Page 279 The battery becomes exhausted quickly. Use a fully-charged battery pack (p.26). The rechargeable battery pack performance will degrade over repeated use. Purchase a new one. If you use Live View shooting or shoot movies for a prolonged period (p.123, 141), the number of possible shots will decrease. If you hold down the shutter button for a long time or often use only the AF without taking pictures, the number of possible shots will decrease.
Page 280: The Image Is Out Of Focus
Troubleshooting Guide The card cannot be used. If a card error message is displayed, see page 30 or 287. The file numbering does not start from 0001. If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might not start from 0001 (p.170). The image is out of focus.
Page 281 The maximum burst during continuous shooting is lower. Under [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)], set [5: High ISO speed noise reduction] to [Standard], [Low], or [Disable]. If it is set to [Strong], the maximum burst during continuous shooting will greatly decrease (p.254).
Page 282 Troubleshooting Guide When I use the <f> mode with flash, the shutter speed becomes slow. If you shoot at night when the background is dark, the shutter speed becomes slow automatically (slow-sync shooting) so that both the subject and background are properly exposed. If you do not want a slow shutter speed to be set, set [3: Flash sync.
Page 283 The shutter makes two shooting sounds during Live View shooting. If you use flash, the shutter will make two sounds each time you shoot (p.125). During Live View and movie shooting, a white <s> or red <E> icon is displayed. It indicates that the camera’s internal temperature is high.
Page 284 Troubleshooting Guide Playback Problems The LCD monitor does not display a clear image. If the LCD monitor is dirty, use a soft cloth to clean it. In low or high temperatures, the LCD monitor display may seem slow or might look black. It will return to normal at room temperature. Part of the image blinks in black.
Page 285 The subject looks distorted during movie shooting. If you move the camera to the left or right quickly (high-speed panning) or shoot a moving subject, the image may look distorted. No image appears on the TV screen. Make sure the AV cable or HDMI cable’s plug is inserted all the way in (p.218, 221).
Page 286 Troubleshooting Guide The file name starts with “MVI_”. It is a movie file (p.171). The shooting date and time displayed is incorrect. The correct date and time has not been set (p.34). The date and time is not in the picture. The shooting date and time does not appear in the picture.
Page 287: Error Codes
50, 60, Operate the power switch, remove and install the battery pack 70, 80 again, or use a Canon lens (p.32, 28). * If the error still persists, write down the error No. and contact your nearest Canon Service Center.
Page 288: Specifications
Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card Approx. 22.3 x 14.9 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6 times the lens focal length) Canon EF mount CMOS sensor Approx.
Page 289 • Viewfinder Type: Eye-level pentamirror Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% (with Eye point approx. 19 mm) Magnification: Approx. 0.85x (-1 m Eye point: Approx. 19 mm (From eyepiece lens center at -1 m Built-in dioptric adjustment: Approx. -3.0 - +1.0 m Focusing screen: Fixed, Precision Matte Mirror:...
Page 290 JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 34 shots RAW: Approx. 6 shots RAW+JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 3 shots * Figures are based on Canon’s testing standards (ISO 100 and “Standard” Picture Style) using a 4GB card. 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1 Live mode, Face detection Live mode (Contrast detection), Quick mode (Phase-difference detection) Manual focusing (Approx.
Page 291 • Movie Shooting Movie compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Variable (average) bit rate Audio recording format: Linear PCM Recording format: Recording size and frame rate: 1920x1080 (Full HD) : 30p/25p/24p 1280x720 (HD) 640x480 (SD) * 30p: 29.97 fps, 25p: 25.00 fps, 24p: 23.976 fps, 60p: File size: 1920x1080 (30p/25p/24p) : Approx.
Page 292 Specifications • Playback Image display formats: Single image, Single image + Info (Basic info, shooting Zoom magnification: Image browsing methods: Single image, jump by 10 or 100 images, by shooting Highlight alert: Movie playback: Slide show: Background music: Bass boost: •...
Page 293 • Power Battery: Battery Pack LP-E8 (Quantity 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 * With Battery Grip BG-E8 attached, size-AA/LR6 Battery life: With viewfinder shooting: (Based on CIPA Approx. 440 shots at 23°C/73°F, approx. 400 shots at 0°C/32°F testing standards) With Live View shooting: Approx.
Page 294 Specifications • Battery Charger LC-E8E Compatible battery: Recharging time: Rated input: Rated output: Working temperature range: 6°C - 40°C / 43°F - 104°F Working humidity: Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 69 x 28 x 87.5 mm / 2.7 x 1.1 x 3.4 in. Weight: •...
Page 295 EW-73B (sold separately) Case: LP1116 (sold separately) All the data above is based on Canon’s testing standards and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards and guidelines. Dimensions, maximum diameter, length and weight listed above are based on CIPA Guidelines (except weight for camera body only).
Page 296 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non- genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery...
Page 297: 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 298 • Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center.
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Page 301: Software Start Guide
Software Start Guide This chapter gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM) provided with the camera and explains how to install the software in a personal computer. It also explains how to view the pdf files in the Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM.
Page 302: Software Start Guide
Also, you can copy background music tracks, such as EOS Sample Music*, to the card. * Five original background music tracks provided by Canon. Use EOS Utility to copy the background music tracks to the card, and you can play the background music during playback of video snapshot albums, movies, and slide shows with the camera.
Page 303: Install
(the newer version will overwrite the previous version). Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, then double-click on [Canon EOS Digital Installer]. Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen instructions to install.
Page 304: Software Instruction Manual
Software Start Guide Software Instruction Manual Contains the Software Instruction Manuals. Copying and Viewing the Instruction Manual PDFs Insert the [Software INSTRUCTION MANUAL] CD-ROM into your computer. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. For Windows, the icon is displayed in [(My) Computer]. For Macintosh, the icon is displayed on the desktop.
Page 305: Quick Reference Guide And Instruction Manual Index
Quick Reference Guide and Instruction Manual Index Menu Operations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - p.306 Image-recording Quality - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - p.307 A Picture Style- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - p.307 Q Quick Control Screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - p.308 Nomenclature - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - p.309...
Page 306: Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide Menu Operations <M> button monitor 1. Press the <M> button to display the menu. 2. Press the key to select a tab, then press the <V> key to select the desired item. 3. Press <0> to display the setting. 4.
Page 307: Image-Recording Quality
Image-recording Quality Select [1 Quality], then press <0>. Press the key to select the quality, then press <0>. A Picture StyleN Style Auto Color tones optimized for the particular scene. Standard Vivid colors and sharp images. Portrait Nice skin tones and slightly sharp images. Landscape Vivid blue skies and greenery and very sharp images.
Page 308: A Picture Style
Quick Reference Guide Q Quick Control Basic Zone Modes Shutter speed Shooting mode Exposure compensation/ AEB setting Picture Style AF mode White balance Drive mode In Basic Zone modes, the settable functions differ depending on the shooting mode. Press the <S> key to select a function, then turn the <6> dial to set it.
Page 309: Nomenclature
Nomenclature Power switch <Z> ISO speed setting button <6> Main Dial Shutter button <A> Live View shooting/ Movie shooting button <O> Aperture/Exposure compensation button Quick Reference Guide Mode Dial <D> Flash button Focus mode switch <A> AE lock button <S> AF point selection button <S>...
Page 310 Quick Reference Guide Shooting Settings Display Shutter speed Shooting mode Exposure level indicator White balance Picture Style AF mode Quick Control icon Battery check zxcn Viewfinder Information AF points AE lock Flash-ready Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed Aperture Aperture ISO speed Auto Lighting Optimizer Built-in flash...
Page 311: Basic Zone Modes
Basic Zone Modes Scene Intelligent Auto Flash Off Creative Auto Portrait Pressing the <Q> button will display the Quick Control screen. In the C/2/3/4/5/6 shooting mode, press the <V> key to select the function, then press the key or turn the <6>...
Page 312: Creative Zone Modes
Quick Reference Guide Creative Zone Modes d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture in the same way as the <A> mode. Set the Mode Dial to <d>. s: Shutter-priority AE f: Aperture-priority AE You can change the camera settings as desired to shoot in various ways.
Page 313: E: Af Mode
E: AF ModeN S AF PointN Set the lens focus mode switch to <f>. Press the <ZE> button. Press the key or turn the <6> dial to select the AF mode, then press <0>. X(One-Shot AF): For still subjects 9(AI Focus AF): Switches the AF mode automatically...
Page 314: Z: Iso Speed
Quick Reference Guide Z: ISO SpeedN i Drive ModeN Press the <Z> button. Press the key or turn the <6> dial to select the ISO speed, then press <0>. When [AUTO] is selected, the ISO speed is set automatically. When you press the shutter button halfway, the ISO speed setting will be displayed.
Page 315: A Live View Shooting
A Live View Shooting Live View shooting settings will appear under the [2] menu tab in Basic Zone modes and under the [z] menu tab in Creative Zone modes. Battery Life with Live View Shooting Temperature At 23°C / 73°F Press the <A>...
Page 316: Shooting Movies
Quick Reference Guide k Shooting Movies Recording movie Microphone Set the Mode Dial to <k>. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the <A> button to start shooting a movie. To stop movie shooting, press the <A> button again.
Page 317: Image Playback
Quick Reference Guide Image Playback Index Magnify Select image Playback Erase Shooting information...
Page 318: Index
Index 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay ...89 1280x720 ...150 1920x1080 ...150 1st-curtain sync...182 2nd-curtain sync ...182 4- or 9-image index display...202 640x480 ...150 9-point AF auto selection ...85 AC Adapter Kit ...260 Access lamp ...30 Accessories ...3 A-DEP (Automatic Depth-of-Field AE)...101 Adobe RGB...121 AE lock...107 AEB...105, 252...
Page 319 Cleaning (Image sensor)...184, 187 Clear camera settings ...176 Close-ups...61 Color space (color reproduction range)...121 Color temperature ...117 Color tone ...113 Continuous...170 Continuous shooting ...88 Contrast ...113 Copyright information...172 Creative Auto ...56 Creative filters ...230 M icon...4 Creative Zone modes...22 Custom Functions ...250 Custom WB...117 Date/Time ...34 DC coupler ...260...
Page 320 Index Focusing AF mode...83 AF point selection...85 AF-assist beam ...86, 255 Beeper...166 Difficult-to-focus subjects...87, 135 Manual focusing ...87, 138 Out of focus ...38, 39, 87, 135 Recompose ...53 Folder Create/Select...168 Format ...45 Format (card initialization) ...45 Frame rate ...150 Full Auto (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...50 Full High-Definition (Full HD) ...150, 210 Function availability table...268...
Page 321 Landscape ...60, 82 Language selection...35 Large (Image-recording quality)...76 LCD monitor...15 Brightness adjustment ...167 Image playback ...71, 201 Menu screen...43, 270 Screen color ...179 Shooting settings display...20, 47 Vari-Angle ...31, 54 Lens ...23, 36 Image Stabilizer ...38 Lock release ...37 Peripheral illumination correction...110 Live View shooting ...54, 123 Aspect ratio...129...
Page 322: Print Order (Dpof)
Night scene...60, 63 No..170 Noise reduction High ISO speed ...254 Long exposures...253 Nomenclature ...18 Non-Canon flash units ...264 Normal (Image-recording quality) ...76 NTSC ...150, 272 ONE SHOT (One-Shot AF)...83 P (Program AE) ...74 PAL ...150, 272 Paper settings (printing)...238 Partial metering...102...
Page 323 Shoot by ambience selection ...65 Shoot by lighting or scene type...68 Shooting information display...226 Shooting mode...22 A-DEP (Automatic Depth-of-Field AE)..101 Av (Aperture-priority AE) ...96 M (Manual exposure)...99 P (Program AE) ...74 Tv (Shutter-priority AE)...94 A (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...50 7 (Flash Off)...55 C (Creative Auto) ...56 2 (Portrait) ...59 3 (Landscape) ...60...
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