Basic Operation; Dioptric Adjustment  - Canon EOS 7D Instruction Manual

Basic Operation

Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity
If the camera's dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder
image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens Eg (sold separately) is recommended.
Holding the Camera
To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera
shake.
Horizontal shooting
1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly.
2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand.
3. Press the shutter button lightly with your right hand's index finger.
4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body.
5. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.
6. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot in front of the other.
For shooting while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 135.
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Turn the dioptric adjustment
knob.
Turn the knob left or right so that the

AF points in the viewfinder look
sharp.
If the knob is difficult to turn, remove

the eyecup (p.112).
Vertical shooting