Mode Dial - Canon EOS 5D Mark III Instruction Manual

Mode Dial

Main Dial
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The operations in (1) are also possible while the <R> switch is set to
the right (Multi function lock, p.47).
Turn the dial while holding down
the lock release button at the
center of the dial.
(1) After pressing a button, turn the
<6> dial.
When you press a button such as
<n> <o> <m>, the
respective function remains selected for
6 seconds (9). During this time, you
can turn the <6> dial to set the desired
setting.
When the function selection ends or if
you press the shutter button halfway, the
camera will be ready to shoot.
Use this dial to select or set the
metering mode, AF mode, ISO
speed, AF point, etc.
(2) Turn the <6> dial only.
While looking at the viewfinder or LCD
panel, turn the <6> dial to set the
desired setting.
Use this dial to set the shutter speed,
aperture, etc.
Basic Operation
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