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  • Page 1 EOS M2 (W) Basic Instruction Manual This basic manual covers only the most basic operations. For detailed information, refer to the “Camera Instruction Manual” available for download from the Canon Web site (p.5).

  • Page 2: Introduction

    After shooting, play images back and check whether they 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: Compatible Cards

    Compatible Cards The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity. If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, formatting the card with this camera is recommended (p.49). • SD memory cards • SDHC memory cards* •...

  • Page 4: Item Check List

    Interface Cable EM-100DB * Battery Charger LC-E12 or LC-E12E is provided. (The LC-E12E comes with a power cord.) Software is not provided with the camera. Download it from the Canon Web site at the following URL. http://www.canon.com/icpd/  For information on how to download or install the software and Software Instruction Manual PDFs, see “Software Start Guide”...

  • Page 5: Instruction Manuals

    Downloading and Viewing the Instruction Manual PDFs Download the Instruction Manual PDFs.  Connect to the Internet from a computer and access the Canon Web site at the following URL. http://www.canon.com/icpd/  Select your country or region of residence and download the Instruction Manual PDFs.

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Insert the battery (p.26) To charge the battery, see page 24. Insert a card (p.26) With the card’s label facing toward the front of the camera, insert it into the card slot. Attach a lens (p.36) Align the lens’ mount index with the camera’s mount index.
  • Page 7 Quick Start Guide Set the Mode Dial to <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.54) All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically. Focus the subject (p.41) Aim the LCD monitor’s center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. The camera will focus the subject.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual <5> : Indicates the Main Dial. <W><X><Y><Z><S> : Indicates the Main Dial’s top, bottom, left, and right keys. <Q>/<0> : Indicates the Main Dial’s center button. 0, 9, I, 7, 8 : Indicates that the corresponding function remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 8 sec., 10 sec., or 16 sec.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Compatible Cards ..................3 Item Check List ..................4 Instruction Manuals .................. 5 Quick Start Guide..................6 Conventions Used in this Manual............. 8 Contents....................9 Handling Precautions ................11 Nomenclature..................14 Getting Started Charging the Battery ................24 Installing and Removing the Battery and Card........
  • Page 10 Contents 3 Shooting Landscapes (Landscape) ..........66 4 Shooting Close-ups (Close-up)............67 5 Shooting Moving Subjects (Sports) ..........68 C Shooting Children (Kids) ..............69 P Shooting Food (Food) ............... 70 6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod) ........... 71 F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld) ..........

  • Page 11: Handling Precautions

    The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult the nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry and clean cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well- wrung wet cloth.
  • Page 12 If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the camera checked by the nearest Canon Service Center or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly.
  • Page 13 If visible spots still remain after the automatic sensor cleaning, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Lens Mount Periodically cleaning the camera’s body and lens mount with a soft lens...

  • Page 14: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature Microphone (p.89) Power button (p.29) Mode Dial (p.18) Flash sync contacts Shutter button Hot shoe (p.41) <V> Focal plane mark (p.67) Speaker Wi-Fi antenna (p.99) Self-timer lamp (p.75)/ AF-assist lamp Strap mount (p.21) Remote control sensor Terminal cover Grip EF-M lens mount index (p.36) Contacts (p.13)
  • Page 15 Nomenclature LCD monitor/Touch screen (p.46/p.50, 97, 99) Power/Access lamp (p.27) <k> Wi-Fi lamp <M> Menu button (p.46) <o> Movie start/stop button (p.88) <x> Playback button (p.96) <Q/0> Quick Control/ Set button (p.42, 76/p.32, 46) <B> Info button (p.44, 56, 90, 96) DC Coupler terminal cover Tripod socket Card slot/Battery compartment cover...
  • Page 16 Nomenclature Information Display 1: Basic Information (in Creative Zone modes, p.18) Number of possible shots Maximum burst Number of possible shots during WB bracketing Battery check (p.31) zxcn Self-timer countdown QQuick Control Shooting mode AF point (FlexiZone - Single) (p.79) Touch shutter Magnified view (p.86)
  • Page 17 Nomenclature Information Display 2: Detailed information (in Creative Zone modes, p.18) e High-speed sync Creative filters d FE lock/FEB in-progress Eye-Fi transmission status AF method (p.79) d FlexiZone - Single Picture Style c u+Tracking o FlexiZone - Multi White balance Q Auto W Daylight AF operation...
  • Page 18 Nomenclature Mode Dial A: Scene Intelligent Auto k: Movie Shooting Modes This is a fully automatic You can shoot movies mode. (p.88). The camera analyzes the k : Movie auto scene and sets the optimum exposure settings automatically (p.54). M : Movie manual exposure v: Basic Zone Modes All you do is press the shutter button.
  • Page 19 Nomenclature Lens EF-M Lens (Lens with no focus mode switch and no Image Stabilizer switch.) Focusing ring (p.78) Zoom ring (p.37) Hood mount Zoom position index (p.37) Filter thread (front of lens) Lens mount index (p.36) Contacts (p.13)
  • Page 20 Nomenclature Battery Charger LC-E12 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E12 (p.24). Power plug Charge lamp Full-charge lamp Battery pack slot IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet, if needed.
  • Page 21 Nomenclature Attaching the Strap Attach the strap’s metallic ring to the camera.  Fit the strap’s metallic ring over the camera’s strap mount. Lock the strap’s metallic ring.  Use a coin or similar tool to turn the stopper clockwise until it stops (the index marks are aligned).
  • Page 22 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 pack).

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.

  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Remove the protective cover.  Detach the protective cover provided with the battery. Attach the battery.  Align the battery’s mark with the battery charger’s mark, then attach the battery securely.  To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse.
  • Page 25 Do not charge any battery other than a Battery Pack LP-E12.  Battery Pack LP-E12 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 26: Installing And Removing The Battery And Card

     Slide the cover as shown by the arrows and open it. Insert the battery.  The battery’s “Canon” logo must be toward the camera’s front side as you insert the battery with the battery contacts in first.  Insert the battery until it clicks and locks in place.
  • Page 27 Installing and Removing the Battery and Card Check the number of possible shots.  When you set the power to <1>, the remaining number of images you can Possible shots record to the card will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Removing the Battery and Card Set the power to <2>.

  • Page 28: The Camera (P

    Installing and Removing the Battery and Card  After opening the card slot/battery compartment cover, be careful not to swing it back further. Otherwise, the hinge may break.  When the access lamp is blinking in orange, it indicates that images are being written to or read by the card, being erased, or data is being transferred.

  • Page 29: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the Power If you set the power to <1> and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 33 to set the date/time/zone. Pressing the power button toggles between <1> and <2>. With the power <2>, holding down the <x>...
  • Page 30 Turning on the Power 3 Power-saving Features  To save power, the LCD monitor turns off automatically if you do not operate the camera. If you continue to not operate the camera, the power will turn off automatically. While the LCD monitor is off, operation such as pressing a button will turn on the LCD monitor again.

  • Page 31: Checking The Battery Level

    Turning on the Power z Checking the Battery Level When the power is turned on, the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels. z : Battery level is sufficient. x : Battery level is low, but the camera can still be used.

  • Page 32: 5> Main Dial And Button

    <5> Main Dial and <Q/0> Button Main Dial The Main Dial can be operated in two ways: by turning it or pressing the top, bottom, left, or right edge. Turn the Main Dial <5>.  When a function can be set (after pressing a button or tapping an icon on the screen), you can mainly make a horizontal selection by turning the <5>...

  • Page 33: Setting The Date, Time, And Zone

    Setting the Date, Time, and Zone When you turn on the camera for the first time or if the date/time/zone has been reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the steps below to set the time zone first. If you set the camera to the correct time zone for where you currently live, when you travel to another time zone you can simply set the camera to the correct time zone for your destination to update the camera’s date/time automatically.
  • Page 34 3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone Set the date and time.  Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select the number.  Press <0> so <a> is displayed.  Press the <W> <X> keys to set the number, then press <0>. (Returns to <b>.) Set the daylight saving time.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Interface Language

    Selecting the Interface Language Display the menu screen.  Press the <M> button. Under the [52] tab, select [LanguageK].  Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select the [52] tab.  Press the <W> <X> keys to select [LanguageK], then press <0>. Set the desired language.

  • Page 36: Attaching And Detaching A Lens

    Attaching and Detaching a Lens The camera is compatible with EF-M lenses. If you use Mount Adapter EF- EOS M, you can also use EF and EF-S lenses. Attaching a Lens Remove the caps.  Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows.

  • Page 37: Detaching The Lens

    Attaching and Detaching a Lens Detaching the Lens While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow.  Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it.  Attach the rear lens cap to the detached lens.

  • Page 38: Image Stabilizer

    Image Stabilizer When you use a lens with built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. With <A>, the Image Stabilizer is automatically set to [Enable]. (It does not appear in the menu.) * Lenses with built-in Image Stabilizer have “IS” in their names. With an EF-M Lens Set it with the menu.
  • Page 39 Image Stabilizer With a Non-EF-M Lens Use the Image Stabilizer switch on the lens. Set the STABILIZER switch to <1>. Using the Image Stabilizer when Shooting Press the shutter button halfway.  The Image Stabilizer will operate. Take the picture. ...

  • Page 40: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake. Horizontal shooting Vertical shooting 1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly. 2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand. 3.

  • Page 41: 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. Pressing Halfway The camera will focus and adjust the exposure automatically (shutter speed and aperture set automatically).

  • Page 42: Quick Control

    Quick Control You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control. There are two types of Quick Control screens: Q Quick Control and B Quick Control. Hereafter, “Quick Control” refers to Q Quick Control. Q Quick Control With Q Quick Control, you can set functions while looking at the shooting screen.
  • Page 43 Quick Control Set the desired function setting.  Select the function setting by tapping an icon displayed at the bottom of the screen.  There are also functions with more settings when you tap [ze].  To return to the shooting screen, tap [2] or press <0>.
  • Page 44 Quick Control B Quick Control With B Quick Control, you can select a shooting function from a list and set it. Press the <B> button.  Each time you press the button, the displayed information will change.  Display the B Quick Control screen. Basic information Detailed information B Quick Control...
  • Page 45 Quick Control Set the desired function setting.  On the screen that appears, tap a function setting to set it.  There are also functions with more settings when you tap [zDetail set.]. Shutter speed Aperture Shooting mode (p.18) Highlight tone priority* Exposure ISO speed compensation/...

  • Page 46: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. Operate the menu functions with the <M> button, Main Dial, and <0> button. <M> button <0> button LCD monitor Main Dial Menu Screen The menu tabs and items displayed will differ depending on the shooting mode.
  • Page 47 3 Menu Operations Menu Setting Procedure Display the menu screen.  Press the <M> button. Select a tab.  Press the Main Dial’s <Y> <Z> keys to select a tab (group of functions).  For example, in this manual, “the [A3] tab”...
  • Page 48 3 Menu Operations Set the desired setting.  Press <0> to set it. Exit the setting.  Press the <M> button to return to the shooting function settings screen.  Even when the menu screen or captured image is displayed, pressing the shutter button will enable you to shoot immediately.

  • Page 49: Formatting The Card

    Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, formatting the card with the camera is recommended. 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 50: Using The Touch Screen

    d Using the Touch Screen The LCD monitor is a touch-sensitive panel that you can operate with your fingers. Quick Control (Sample display)  Use your finger to tap (touch briefly and then remove your finger from) the LCD monitor. ...
  • Page 51 d Using the Touch Screen Drag Menu screen (Sample display)  Slide your finger while touching the LCD monitor. Scale display (Sample display) Operations possible by dragging your finger on the screen  Selecting a menu tab or item after pressing the <M> button ...

  • Page 52: Feature Guide

    Feature Guide The Feature guide is a simple description of the respective shooting mode, function, or option. It is displayed when you change the shooting mode or use the Quick Control screen during still photo shooting, movie shooting, or playback. When you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen, the Feature guide description is displayed.

  • Page 53: Basic Shooting

    Basic Shooting This chapter explains how to shoot with Scene Intelligent Auto and Basic Zone modes. With <A>, you can shoot just by pressing the shutter button. With <v>, you can also blur the background (p.63), change the ambience, and match the lighting or scene. Scene Intelligent Auto Basic Zone Modes Checking the Shooting Mode Set for <v>...

  • Page 54: A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

    A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) <A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. Set the Mode Dial to <A>. Move the AF point. AF point  Tap the screen to move the AF point to where you want to focus.
  • Page 55 A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)  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 Picture Style other than <D> and shoot. ...

  • Page 56: Information Display

    A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) Information Display  Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. AF method Possible shots • d : FlexiZone - Single Battery check • c :u+Tracking Q Quick Control •...

  • Page 57: A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)

    A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) Recomposing the Shot Depending on the scene, instead of having the subject at the center, you can put the subject toward the right or left and include some background. This gives the picture more balance and depth. While you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked at the subject’s distance.

  • Page 58: Scene Icons

    A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) Scene Icons When you shoot in the <A> mode, an icon representing the scene detected by the camera will be displayed on the upper left of the screen (at the position of the shooting mode icon). Subject Portrait Non-Portrait...

  • Page 59: Selecting A Shooting Mode (Basic Zone Mode)

    Selecting a Shooting Mode (Basic Zone Mode) Set the Mode Dial to <v>. Tap the shooting mode icon on the screen’s upper left corner.  The shooting mode selection screen will appear.  If this screen is not displayed, press the <B>...

  • Page 60: C Creative Auto Shooting

    C Creative Auto Shooting In the <C> mode, you can set the following functions before shooting: (1) Ambience-based shots, (2) Extra Effect Shot, (3) Flash firing, (4) Background blur, and (5) Drive/self-timer mode. The default settings are the same as the <A> mode. * CA stands for Creative Auto.
  • Page 61 C Creative Auto Shooting Tap the desired setting to select it.  The selected function and Feature guide (p.52) will appear.  For setting procedure and details on each function, see pages 61-64.  Select the function, then tap [2]. Take the picture.
  • Page 62 C Creative Auto Shooting (2) Extra Effect Shot • You can select any of the following effects before shooting: Creative filters, Picture Styles, and Ambience-based shots. • Select [c: Enable], then tap [2]. • Tap [e] and [f] to select a shooting effect. •...
  • Page 63 C Creative Auto Shooting Setting by Tapping the Screen  (4) Background blur • On the shooting screen, tap Background blur and set it. • If [2] is set, the degree of background blur will change depending on the brightness. •...
  • Page 64 C Creative Auto Shooting Setting by Pressing <j/i>  (5) Drive/self-timer mode Set by pressing <j/i>. [u] Single shooting: Shoot one image at a time. [i] Continuous shooting: While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be taken continuously. You can shoot up to approx. 4.6 shots per second.

  • Page 65: Shooting Portraits (Portrait)

    2 Shooting Portraits (Portrait) The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the person stand out better. It also makes skin tones and the hair look softer. Shooting Tips  The further the distance between the subject and background, the better.

  • Page 66: Shooting Landscapes (Landscape)

    3 Shooting Landscapes (Landscape) Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenes when you want everything to be 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 67: Shooting Close-Ups (Close-Up)

    4 Shooting Close-ups (Close-up) When you want to shoot flowers or small objects 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 with no other flowers or leaves, etc., makes small objects such as flowers stand out better.

  • Page 68: Shooting Moving Subjects (Sports)

    5 Shooting Moving Subjects (Sports) Use the <5> (Sports) mode to shoot a moving subject. Shooting Tips  Shoot continuously. When focus is achieved, the AF point will turn blue. While the camera focuses, the beeper will sound. If focus cannot be achieved, the AF point will turn orange.

  • Page 69: C Shooting Children (Kids)

    C Shooting Children (Kids) When you want to continuously focus and shoot children moving around, use <C> (Kids). Skin tones will look healthy. Shooting Tips  Shoot continuously. When focus is achieved, the AF point will turn blue. While the camera focuses, the beeper will sound. If focus cannot be achieved, the AF point will turn orange.

  • Page 70: P Shooting Food (Food)

    P Shooting Food (Food) When shooting food, use <P> (Food). The photo will look bright and vivid. Shooting Tips  Change the color tone. You can change [Color tone]. Food photos with a reddish tinge usually make the food look more vivid. To increase the food’s reddish tinge, set it toward [Warm].

  • Page 71: Shooting Night Portraits (With A Tripod)

    6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod) To shoot people at night and obtain a natural-looking night scene in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. A flash is required for shooting. Using a tripod is also recommended. Shooting Tips ...

  • Page 72: F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)

    F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld) Using a tripod when shooting a night scene gives the best results. However, the <F> (Handheld Night Scene) mode enables you to shoot night scenes even while handholding the camera. Four shots are taken continuously for each picture, and the resulting image with reduced camera shake is recorded.

  • Page 73: G Shooting Backlit Scenes (Hdr Backlight Control)

    G Shooting Backlit Scenes (HDR Backlight Control) When shooting a scene having both bright and dark areas, use the <G> (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take one picture in this mode, three continuous shots are taken at different exposures. This results in one image, with a wide tonal range, that has minimized the blocked-up shadows caused by backlighting.
  • Page 74 Cautions for <6> Night Portrait and <F> Handheld Night Scene  It may be difficult to focus dots of light such as in a night scene. In such a case, set the lens’s focus mode to [MF] and focus manually. Cautions for <F>...

  • Page 75: Using The Self-Timer

    j Using the Self-timer Press the <j/i> button.  You can also select the shooting mode on the B Quick Control screen. Tap the self-timer. Q: 10-sec. self-timer The remote controller can also be used. l: 2-sec. self-timer q: 10-sec. self-timer plus continuous shots Tap [d]/[f] to set the number of multiple shots (2 to 10) to be taken with...

  • Page 76: Functions That Can Be Set With Quick Control

    Functions that Can Be Set with Quick Control With <A> and in Basic Zone modes, you can set the following functions with Q Quick Control (p.42) and B Quick Control (p.44). Functions that Can Be Set with <A> and in Basic Zone Modes o: Default setting k: User selectable : Not selectable Basic Zone Modesv...

  • Page 77: Autofocus

    Autofocus You can select an AF method to suit the shooting conditions and your subject.

  • Page 78: Selecting A Focusing Method

    Selecting a Focusing Method With an EF-M Lens Select [Focus mode].  Under the [A2] tab, select [Focus mode].  [Focus mode] will be displayed when an EF-M lens is attached. It will not be displayed when an EF or EF-S lens is attached.

  • Page 79: Using Af To Focus (Af Method)

    Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Selecting the AF Method You can select an AF method to suit the shooting conditions and your subject. The following AF methods are provided: [FlexiZone - Single], [u (face)+ Tracking] (p.80), and [FlexiZone - Multi] (p.82). If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to [MF], magnify the image, and focus manually.
  • Page 80 Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Focus the subject.  Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.  When focus is achieved, the AF point turns green and the beeper sounds. (If [AF operation] is set to [Servo AF], the AF point turns blue and the beeper will not sound.) ...
  • Page 81 Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Focus the subject.  Press the shutter button halfway to focus.  When focus is achieved, the AF point turns green and the beeper sounds. (If [AF operation] is set to [Servo AF], the AF point turns blue and the beeper will not sound.) ...
  • Page 82 Using AF to Focus (AF Method) FlexiZone - Multi: o Up to 31 AF points (automatically selected) covering a wide area can be used to focus. This wide area can also be divided into 9 zones for focusing (zone selection). Select the AF zone.
  • Page 83 Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Take the picture.  Press the shutter button completely (p.54).  When the camera does not focus the desired target subject with automatic AF point selection, switch the AF method to zone selection or [FlexiZone - Single], and focus again.
  • Page 84 Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Notes About [FlexiZone - Single], [u (face)+Tracking], and [FlexiZone - Multi] AF Operation  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 85 In the above cases, if the camera cannot focus automatically, focus manually.  With some EF or EF-S lenses (Mount Adapter EF-EOS M required), it may take longer to achieve focus or correct focus may not be achieved. For more information, refer to Canon Web site.

  • Page 86: Shooting With The Touch Shutter

    x Shooting with the Touch Shutter Just by tapping the LCD monitor screen, you can focus and take the picture automatically. This works in all shooting modes. Enable the touch shutter.  Tap [y] on the screen’s bottom left. Each time you tap the icon, it will toggle between [y] and [x].

  • Page 87: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies Set the Mode Dial to <k> to shoot movies. The movie recording format will be MOV.  For information on which cards can record movies, see page 3. Full HD 1080 Full HD 1080 indicates compatibility with High-Definition featuring 1080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).

  • Page 88: Shooting Movies

    k Shooting Movies Connecting the camera to a TV set is recommended to play back the movies shot. Autoexposure Shooting When you select the movie shooting mode [k], autoexposure is set to adjust the brightness automatically. Set the Mode Dial to <k>. Tap the shooting mode icon on the screen’s upper left corner.
  • Page 89 k Shooting Movies  While shooting a movie, be careful not to cover the microphones with your finger. Microphones Using an EX-series Speedlite (Sold Separately) Equipped with an LED Light This camera is compatible with the function turning on the LED light automatically in low-light conditions during autoexposure shooting.
  • Page 90 k Shooting Movies Movie Shooting Screen  Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change. AF method Possible shots (still photos) • d : FlexiZone - Single Movie shooting remaining time*/ • c : u+Tracking Elapsed time •...

  • Page 91: B Quick Control During Movie Shooting

    B Quick Control During Movie Shooting Aperture Sound recording Shutter speed Highlight tone priority* Movie shooting mode ISO speed Exposure Wind filter compensation White balance Attenuator AF method Movie recording size Battery check* Movie shooting time* Eye-Fi card* Auto Lighting Optimizer White balance correction/ Image-recording quality White balance bracketing...

  • Page 92: Setting The Movie Recording Size

    Setting the Movie Recording Size You can select the movie’s image size [****x****] and frame rate [9] (frames recorded per second). The 9(frame rate) switches automatically depending on the [52: Video system] setting. Display the Quick Control screen.  Press the <Q> button to display it. Tap the movie recording size.
  • Page 93 Setting the Movie Recording Size Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute Total Recording Time (approx.) Movie Recording File Size Size (approx.) 4 GB Card 8 GB Card 16 GB Card [1920x1080] 11 min. 22 min. 44 min. 330 MB/min.

  • Page 95: Image Playback

    Image Playback This chapter explains functions related to viewing photos and movies. Images shot and saved with another device The camera may not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera, edited with a computer, or that have had their file names changed.

  • Page 96: Image Playback

    x Image Playback Play back the image.  Press the <x> button.  The last captured image or last image played back will appear.  When the power is <2> and you hold down the <x> button for 2 seconds or longer, the power will turn <1>...

  • Page 97: Playback With The Touch Screen

    d Playback with the Touch Screen The LCD monitor is a touch-sensitive panel that you can touch with your fingers for playback operations. Press the <x> button to play back images. (The last captured image will appear.) If the power is off, you can hold down the <x> button for 2 sec. or longer to turn on the camera and display the playback screen.
  • Page 98 d Playback with the Touch Screen Reduce Images (Index Display) Pinch two fingers. Touch the screen with two fingers spread apart, and pinch your fingers together on the screen.  Each time you pinch your fingers, the screen changes from a single-image display to an index display of 4 images, 9 images, 36 images, then 100 images.

  • Page 99: Playing Movies

    k Playing Movies Play back the image.  Press the <x> button to display images. Select a movie.  Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select a movie.  In the single-image display, [Z1] displayed on the upper left of the screen indicates a movie.
  • Page 100 k Playing Movies Displaying the Movie Playback Panel In the single-image display, tap [Z1].  The movie playback panel will appear at the bottom of the screen. Movie Playback Panel Operation Playback Description 7 Play Press <0> to toggle between play and stop. Adjust the slow motion speed by pressing the <Y>...

  • Page 101: Downloading Images To Your Computer

    Software Start Guide / Downloading Images to Your Computer This chapter explains the following:  Overview of the software for EOS DIGITAL cameras  How to download and install the software on your computer  How to download and view the Software Instruction Manual PDFs ...

  • Page 102: Software Start Guide

    Software Start Guide Software Overview This section explains an overview of various software applications for EOS DIGITAL cameras. Internet connection is required to download and install the software. Download and installation are not possible in environments with no Internet connection. EOS Utility With the camera connected to a computer, EOS Utility enables you to transfer still photos and movies shot with the camera to the computer.
  • Page 103 (The newer version will overwrite the previous version.) Download the software.  Connect to the Internet from a computer and access the Canon Web site at the following URL. http://www.canon.com/icpd/ ...

  • Page 104: Downloading And Viewing The Software Instruction Manual Pdfs

    Internet connection is required to download the Software Instruction Manual PDFs. Download is not possible in environments with no Internet connection. Download the Software Instruction Manual PDFs.  Connect to the Internet from a computer and access the Canon Web site at the following URL. http://www.canon.com/icpd/ ...

  • Page 105: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Downloading Images to a Computer You can use EOS software to download the images in the camera to your computer. There are two ways to do this. Download by Connecting the Camera to the Computer Install the software (p.103). Use the provided interface cable to connect the camera to your computer.
  • Page 106 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images with a Card Reader If you have a commercially-available card reader, you can use it to download images to your computer. Install the software (p.103). Insert the card into the card reader. Use EOS software to download the images/movies.
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  • Page 109 Trademarks  Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.  Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • Page 110 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. Do not use any home-made or modified batteries.
  • Page 111 • Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center.
  • Page 112 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, U.S.A. Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B) When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK-E12 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 7.4...
  • Page 113 4. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
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  • Page 116 The lenses and accessories mentioned in this Instruction Manual are current as of October 2013. For information on the camera’s compatibility with any lenses and accessories introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CPH-E068-000 © CANON INC. 2013...

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