Canon EOS ELAN7NE-30V Instructions Manual

Canon EOS ELAN7NE-30V Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 3 • EOS cameras have a lens mount for dedicated operation (autofocusing, exposure control, etc.) with Canon EF lenses. Using a non-Canon lens with an EOS camera may not result in proper camera or lens operation. Note that the warranty does not cover any camera malfunction or damage occurring with the use of non-Canon products.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Handling Cautions ...6 Quick Start Guide ...8 Nomenclature ...10 Conventions Used in this Instructions ...16 Before You Start...17 Installing the Batteries ...18 Checking the Battery Level ...19 Mounting and Detaching a Lens ...20 Mounting a Lens...20 Detaching the Lens ...20 How the Shutter Button Works...21 5Loading and Unloading Film...22 Loading Film...22...
  • Page 5 Focusing Off-Center Subjects...50 When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) ...51 8Manual Focusing ...51 ZMetering Modes...52 User-Controlled Shooting...53 S Program AE...54 R Shutter-Priority AE...56 E Aperture-Priority AE ...58 Depth-of-field Preview ...59 W Manual Exposure ...60 Q Depth-of-field AE ...62 Depth-of-field AE with a Manually-Selected AF Point ...62 Depth-of-field AE with Eye Control ...64 Exposure Compensation ...67...
  • Page 6: Handling Cautions

    • The camera is not waterproof and should not be used in wet conditions or underwater. If the camera gets wet, take it to your nearest Canon dealer as soon as possible. If small amounts of water splash onto the camera, wipe it with a clean dry cloth.
  • Page 7: Lcd Displays

    LCD Displays LCD displays operate more slowly at low temperatures, and may appear dark at high temperatures. The display will return to normal at room temperature. Batteries • Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery contacts to remove any fingerprints and smudges. This is to prevent faulty connections and corrosion.
  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide – Install the batteries. Refer to the battery orientation diagram on the battery chamber cover, and insert two CR123A lithium batteries as shown. (p.18) Load the film. Align the edge of the film leader with the orange mark on the camera and close the camera back until it snaps shut.
  • Page 9 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to <AF>. (p.20) Take the picture. Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. (p.21) Turn the Mode Dial to <Y> (Full Auto). Keep pressing the Mode Dial’s lock button while turning the dial.
  • Page 10: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature • Reference page numbers are in parentheses. • The camera controls are indicated as icons in brackets < >. AF mode dial (p.15, 38) **Eye Control switch (p.15, 43, 48) Red-eye reduction lamp / Self-timer/ Remote control lamp (p.32/33/76) LCD panel (p.12) <l>...
  • Page 11 Eyecup (p.25, 34) Viewfinder eyepiece *Date display panel (p.35) <0> Function button (p.23, 32, 68, 72, 73, 74, 80) <Z> Metering mode button (p.52) Film check window <6> Midroll rewind button (p.24) *<q> button (p.35) *<6> button (p.36) *<7> button (p.36) Tripod socket <u>...
  • Page 12: Lcd Panel

    Nomenclature LCD Panel <K> Remote control mark Shutter speed (D - K, y) Depth-of-field AE ISO film speed (U - F) Custom Function No. (p - P) **Calibration ***FE lock Metering mode Evaluative metering Partial metering Center-weighted averaging metering AF point mark Battery level mark <5>...
  • Page 13: Viewfinder Information

    Viewfinder Information AF points (Superimposed display for 7 AF points) <m> **Eye Control <j> AE lock / ***FE lock AEB in progress <M> Flash-ready ***Improper FE lock warning <N> ***High-speed sync (FP flash) <a> Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed (D∼K, y) ***FE lock **Calibration indicator (g - Y, h - Y)
  • Page 14: Mode Dial

    Nomenclature Mode Dial • The dial has modes in two zones. • The dial is locked when it is set to <2>. To release the lock, hold down the Mode Dial lock release button and turn the dial. Mode Dial lock release button Custom Function Set 1 Basic Zone...
  • Page 15: Af Mode Dial

    AF Mode Dial Eye Control Switch Film Advance Mode Lever Self-timer / Remote control mode Continuous (p.73) Single-frame (p.73) ONE SHOT AF (p.39) AI FOCUS AF (p.40) AI SERVO AF (p.39) (m Model only) Eye Control OFF (p.49) Eye Control ON (p.48) Calibration (p.43) (p.33, 76)
  • Page 16: Conventions Used In This Instructions

    Creative Zone modes (S, R, E, W, Q). • In this instruction booklet, a Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 lens is used for example purposes. • The procedures explained in this booklet assume that the Custom Functions are set to the default settings.
  • Page 17: Before You Start

    Before You Start This chapter explains a few preliminary steps and basic camera operations. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 18: Installing The Batteries

    Installing the Batteries ∗ In the Americas, batteries are not included with the camera. The camera uses two lithium CR123A (or DL123A) batteries. For places where CR123A (or DL123A) batteries may not be easily available, take spare batteries with you. Also carry spare batteries for extended shooting sessions.
  • Page 19: Checking The Battery Level

    125 (115) rolls At –20˚C 70 (65) rolls • The battery life shown above is based on Canon’s testing conditions with new batteries. • Figures in parentheses apply when the Eye Control switch is • If nothing is displayed on the LCD panel, the batteries may have been installed incorrectly.
  • Page 20: Mounting And Detaching A Lens

    Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens Red dots Detaching the Lens • Keep the removed caps where you will not lose them. • <AF> stands for “Auto Focus,” and <MF> stands for “Manual Focus.” • An EF-S lens cannot be attached to the camera. Remove the caps.
  • Page 21: How The Shutter Button Works

    How the Shutter Button Works The shutter button has two stages. You can press it down halfway or fully. The two levels of shutter button operation are as follows: If an Extender (sold separately) is used and the maximum aperture (the lowest f/number) of the lens becomes smaller than f/5.6, autofocusing will not operate.
  • Page 22: 5Loading And Unloading Film

    5Loading and Unloading Film Loading Film When you load the film, it advances automatically to the first frame. With DX-coded film, the camera automatically sets the film’s ISO speed. Orange mark Wrong Turn the Mode Dial to any setting except <2>. •...
  • Page 23: Checking The Film Speed

    • The shutter curtains have been manufactured with very high precision. Never touch them with your fingers. When loading film, do not touch or damage the curtains with your fingers or film. • In hot and humid environments, do not remove the film packaging until you are ready to load the film.
  • Page 24: Unloading Film

    5Loading and Unloading Film Unloading Film After the film’s last frame is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. 6Midroll Rewind To rewind the film in midroll, follow the procedure below. During film rewind, pressing the <6> button toggles between high-speed and low-speed (silent) rewind.
  • Page 25: Dioptric Adjustment

    Dioptric Adjustment By adjusting the diopter, eyeglass wearers will not need their eyeglasses to see a sharp viewfinder image. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range is –2.5 to +0.5 dpt. If the dioptric adjustment knob still cannot make the viewfinder look clear, use a Dioptric Adjustment Lens Ed (10 types sold separately).
  • Page 26: Holding The Camera

    Holding the Camera To avoid taking blurred pictures, hold the camera steady to minimize camera shake. Horizontal shooting • Firmly grasp the camera grip with your right hand, and press your both elbows lightly against your body. • Hold the lens at the bottom with your left hand. •...
  • Page 27: Fully Automatic Shooting

    Fully Automatic Shooting This chapter describes how to use the camera’s Basic Zone modes <Y> <U> <I> <O> <P> <A> for quick and easy shooting. In these modes, all you do is point and shoot. Also, these modes override the camera’s <l> <u> and AF Mode dials, film advance mode lever (except <p>), and buttons (except <...
  • Page 28: Yfull Auto Mode

    YFull Auto Mode All you do is point the camera and press the shutter button. Everything is automatic so it is easy to photograph any subject. With seven AF points to focus the subject, you just point and shoot. AF point Shutter speed Aperture value AF point mark...
  • Page 29: Af-Assist Beam With The Built-In Flash

    • If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zooming ring after achieving focus may throw off the focus. • If the built-in flash’s pop-up operation is obstructed, the <r> icon will blink on the LCD panel. Press the shutter button halfway to resolve the problem. •...
  • Page 30: Programmed Image Control Modes

    Programmed Image Control Modes Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results. Portrait Landscape Close-up This mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. • Holding down the shutter button executes continuous shooting.
  • Page 31: P Sports

    Sports Night Portrait • A blinking shutter speed indicates that the shutter speed is too slow to prevent a blurred picture caused by camera shake. Hold the camera steady and press the shutter button smoothly, or use a tripod. (The shutter speed indicator still blinks when you use a tripod, but camera shake will not be a problem.) •...
  • Page 32: Fusing Red-Eye Reduction

    FUsing Red-eye Reduction When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may come out red in the photograph. “Red eye” happens when the light from the flash reflects off the retina of the eyes. The camera’s red-eye reduction feature turns on the red-eye reduction lamp to shine a gentle light into the subject’s eyes to narrow the pupil diameter or iris.
  • Page 33: Qusing The Self-Timer

    qUsing the Self-timer You can use self-timer in any Basic Zone mode or Creative Zone mode. We recommend using a tripod when you use the self-timer. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer.
  • Page 34: Using The Eyepiece Cover

    Using the Eyepiece Cover When using the self-timer or optional wireless remote control, you should use the eyepiece cover (p.17) to prevent stray light from entering the eyepiece and affecting the exposure reading. Remove the eyecup from the eyepiece. • Push up both sides at the bottom of the eyecup.
  • Page 35: Imprinting The Date Or Time

    Imprinting the Date or Time Month, day, year Day, month, year Year, month, day Day, hour, minute Hyphens • <W> is displayed above the month. • When a picture is taken, the bar <9> will blink to indicate that the date or time has been imprinted.
  • Page 36: Setting The Date And Time

    Imprinting the Date or Time Setting the Date and Time Replacing the Date Battery When the date/time on the imprinted photograph looks faded, replace the CR2025 lithium battery as follows. Battery life is about 3 years. (DATE Model only) Select the date or time display. •...
  • Page 37: Af Modes And Metering Modes

    AF Modes and Metering ★ • symbol indicates that the respective feature can be used only in Creative Zone modes (S, R, E, W, Modes The viewfinder has seven AF points. You can select the AF point closest to the subject to make it easier and faster to compose the picture.
  • Page 38: Selecting The Af Mode

    Selecting the AF Mode The AF mode is the autofocusing method. The camera has three AF modes: 1. One Shot AF for still subjects, 2. AI Servo AF for moving subjects, and 3. AI Focus AF that switches automatically from One-Shot AF to AI Servo AF if the subject starts to move.
  • Page 39: One-Shot Af For Still Subjects

    One-Shot AF for Still Subjects AF point Focus confirmation light If focus has not been achieved, the focus confirmation light viewfinder will blink. In this case, you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully. Recompose the shot and try and focus again. Also see “When Autofocus Fails”...
  • Page 40: Ai Focus Af For Automatic Af Mode Switching

    Selecting the AF Mode • When focus is achieved, the focus confirmation light <n> in the viewfinder will not light and the beeper will not sound. • If the focus confirmation light <n> in the viewfinder blinks, it means focus has not been achieved.
  • Page 41: 3Selecting An Af Point

    3Selecting an AF Point The AF point is used for focusing. The AF point can be selected automatically by the camera or manually by you. In the Basic Zone modes and <Q> mode, the AF point selection is automatic only. In the <...
  • Page 42: Automatic Selection

    3Selecting an AF Point Automatic Selection Manual Selection Automatic Selection Automatic Selection • C.Fn-10-1 can disable the AF point from flashing in red. (p.87) • C.Fn-11-1 enables you to select a AF point directly with the <h> keys without having to press the <3> button first. (p.87) •...
  • Page 43: Eye Control Calibration

    e Eye Control Calibration With Eye Control, the camera detects which AF point your eye is looking at. That AF point is then selected and used to focus the subject. Calibration Procedure Before using Eye Control, you must calibrate the camera so that it can correctly detect the movements of your eye looking through the eyepiece.
  • Page 44 e Eye Control Calibration (m Model only) Keep looking at the blinking AF point in the viewfinder and press the shutter button. • The right-most AF point will blink first. While looking at the blinking AF point, press the shutter button. The AF point will stop blinking and stay lit.
  • Page 45 If the camera does not detect your eye movement properly during the calibration, the beeper will sound and the CAL No. will blink on the LCD panel. In such a case, press the shutter button and start from step • If you do the calibration procedure only for the horizontal orientation, Eye Control during vertical picture-taking might not be so accurate.
  • Page 46: Eye Control Calibration And Operation Tips

    e Eye Control Calibration Eye Control Calibration and Operation Tips • Hold the camera as you always do while looking through the viewfinder. • Look through the viewfinder so you can see all four corners of the viewfinder. • Avoid squinting or blinking your eye. •...
  • Page 47: Deleting Eye Control Calibration Settings

    Deleting Eye Control Calibration Settings If you want to save new calibration settings under a CAL No. that already has calibration settings, follow the procedure below to first delete the previous calibration settings. You can then do the calibration procedure and save the new calibration settings under that CAL No.
  • Page 48: Gusing Eye Control

    gUsing Eye Control With Eye Control, you just look at the AF point where you want to focus. • Eye Control can be used in all shooting modes except < Y > (Full Auto). • In the < Y > (Full Auto) mode, Eye Control information is also added to the automatic AF point selection program for more precise automatic AF point selection.
  • Page 49: Eye Control Servo Af

    • If the camera fails to detect which AF point you are looking at, the <m> icon in the viewfinder will blink and automatic AF point selection will take effect. • If Eye Control does not work well, check if you are using the correct CAL No. and see “Eye Control Calibration and Operation Tips”...
  • Page 50: Focusing Off-Center Subjects

    Focusing Off-Center Subjects After achieving focus, you can lock the focus on a subject and recompose the shot. This is called “focus lock.” Focus lock works when the AF mode is set to One Shot AF. Focus lock also works in the Basic Zone modes (except <P>). Just start from step above.
  • Page 51: When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)

    When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light < n > blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: Difficult Subjects for Autofocusing • Low-contrast subjects. Example: Blue sky, flat surface with a solid color. •...
  • Page 52: Zmetering Modes

    ZMetering Modes The camera has three metering modes: Evaluative, partial, and center- weighted averaging metering. The Basic Zone uses evaluative metering. In the Creative Zone, any of the three modes can be selected. ZEvaluative metering This is the camera’s standard metering mode suited for most shooting including backlit conditions.
  • Page 53: User-Controlled Shooting

    User-Controlled Shooting ★ • symbol indicates that the respective feature can be used only in Creative Zone modes (S, R, E, W, • Press the shutter button halfway and release, and the exposure setting will be displayed for approximately 4 seconds on the LCD panel and viewfinder.
  • Page 54: S Program Ae

    S Program AE AF point Shutter speed Aperture value AF point mark Like the <Y> (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose mode to make picture-taking easy. It sets the shutter speed and aperture value automatically to suit the subject’s brightness.
  • Page 55: Take The Picture

    • If the “K” shutter speed and maximum aperture display blink, it means the subject is too dark. Use flash. • If the “D” shutter speed and minimum aperture display blink, it means the subject is too bright. Attach an ND filter (sold separately) to reduce the light entering the lens.
  • Page 56: R Shutter-Priority Ae

    R Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture value automatically to suit the subject brightness. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
  • Page 57 • If the maximum aperture value blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <l> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the blinking stops. • If the minimum aperture value blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the <l> dial to set a faster shutter speed until the blinking stops.
  • Page 58: E Aperture-Priority Ae

    E Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture value and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. The larger or brighter the aperture (lower f/number) the more blurred the background will become. This effect is ideal for portraits. The smaller or darker the aperture (higher f/number), the clearer the focus will be for both near and far objects (wider depth of field).
  • Page 59: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    Aperture Value Display The larger the f/number, the smaller the diaphragm will be. The aperture value display will differ depending on the lens. When no lens is attached to the camera, “Q” will be display for the aperture value. Depth-of-field Preview •...
  • Page 60: W Manual Exposure

    W Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. In the <W> mode, the center-weighted averaging metering will be set automatically.
  • Page 61 Standard exposure index : This is the reference point for a standard exposure. : To set it to the standard exposure level, set a slower shutter speed or a larger aperture value (smaller f/number). : To set it to the standard exposure level, set a faster shutter speed or a smaller aperture value (larger f/number).
  • Page 62: Q Depth-Of-Field Ae

    Q Depth-of-field AE The depth-of-field AE mode is for obtaining wide depth of field between a near and far subject. It is effective for group shots and landscapes. The optimum point of focus, aperture, and shutter speed are set automatically to obtain the desired depth of field. For DEP, you can specify the AF points manually or with Eye Control AF.
  • Page 63 Focus the nearest subject. • Aim the selected AF point on the nearest subject, then press the shutter button. (0) The focus confirmation light <n> will light, and “s” will be displayed. • In steps shutter button completely will not take the picture.
  • Page 64: Depth-Of-Field Ae With Eye Control

    Q Depth-of-field AE Depth-of-field AE with Eye Control With Eye Control, you can easily set the desired depth of field without having to recompose so much. (m Model only) Turn the Mode Dial to <Q>. Set the Eye Control switch to <g>.
  • Page 65 Press the shutter button halfway. • While looking at the AF point where you want the exposure to be set, press the shutter button halfway. The optimum point of focus, aperture, and shutter speed to obtain the desired depth of field are set automatically.
  • Page 66 Q Depth-of-field AE • If you are using a zoom lens, do not zoom before the picture is taken. • If a slow shutter speed is set, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. • The <Q> mode cannot be used if the lens focus mode switch is set <MF>.
  • Page 67: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. You can make the picture look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation amount can be set up to +/–2 stops in half-stop increments. Increased exposure Decreased exposure •...
  • Page 68: Lauto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    LAuto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) With AEB, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range (up to +/-2 stops in 1/2-stop increments) for three successive frames. Standard exposure (0) AEB amount AEB range standard exposure decreased exposure increased exposure Decreased exposure (–1/2 stop) Move the <7>...
  • Page 69: Canceling Aeb

    Canceling AEB AEB cannot be used with flash or bulb exposures. • During AEB shooting, the <7> arrow will appear next to the <L> icon and the AEB level <x> will be displayed. In the viewfinder, the <j> icon will blink. •...
  • Page 70: Jae Lock

    ★ jAE Lock AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different spot from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the desired exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects.
  • Page 71: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter is open while you keep pressing the shutter button fully. Bulb exposures are useful when long exposures are required for night scenes, fireworks, astronomical photography, etc. • Remote Switch RS-60E3 (sold separately) is convenient for bulb exposures. •...
  • Page 72: 4Multiple Exposures

    4Multiple Exposures The film is not advanced after each shot, so you can expose multiple shots on the same frame. Shoot up to nine shots on a single frame. If you shoot multiple exposures on the first few or last few frames of a roll, the multiple exposures might not be precisely aligned due to the film curling.
  • Page 73: Hselecting The Film Advance Mode

    HSelecting the Film Advance Mode The film advance mode can be set to Single <J> or Continuous <H>. D Setting the ISO Film Speed If the film is not DX-coded or if you want to set a different film speed, load the film in the camera and set the film speed manually as follows.
  • Page 74: 9Silencing The Beeper

    9Silencing the Beeper The beeper can be silenced in all of the picture-taking modes. bLCD Panel Illumination If you use any button or dial for shooting while the LCD panel is illuminated, the illumination time will be extended. Move the <7> arrow to the <9> icon.
  • Page 75: Mirror Lockup

    Mirror Lockup Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-05-1. This prevents mirror-caused vibrations which may blur the image during close-ups or when a telephoto lens is used. To set this Custom Function, see “Setting a Custom Function” on page 84. When mirror lockup is set, the camera operates as follows.
  • Page 76: Kwireless Remote Control

    KWireless Remote Control With Remote Controller RC-1 (sold separately), wireless operation is possible up to 5 m/16.4 ft away from the front of the camera. Remote control sensor Certain types of fluorescent light may cause camera misoperation. During wireless remote control, try to keep the camera away from fluorescent light. •...
  • Page 77: Flash Photography

    Flash Photography With the built-in flash or EOS- dedicated Speedlite, you can easily take flash pictures in the same way as normal AE shooting. In the Basic Zone modes (except <I> <P>), the built-in flash is fully automatic. In Creative Zone modes, it can be used at any time.
  • Page 78: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash In a Basic Zone Mode In low-light or backlit conditions, the built-in flash will pop up and fire automatically (except in <I> <P> modes). In a Creative Zone Mode Just pop-up the built-in flash to fire the flash regardless of the ambient light level.
  • Page 79 Flash Distance Range (With EF28-105mm f/3.5-4.5) 28mm Negative Film 1 - 5.2 / 3.3 - 17.2 1 - 7.4 / 3.3 - 24.3 1 - 10.5 / 3.3 - 34.4 1.2 - 7.4 / 3.9 - 24.3 1 - 8.1 / 3.3 - 26.8 •...
  • Page 80: Aflash Exposure Compensation

    Using the Built-in Flash aFlash Exposure Compensation Flash exposure compensation can be set in the same way as with exposure compensation. It can be set up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. Increased flash exposure Decreased flash exposure • The flash exposure compensation amount is retained even after the Mode Dial is set to <2>.
  • Page 81: Using An Eos-Dedicated Speedlite

    Using an EOS-dedicated Speedlite The camera is compatible with the EX/EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series EOS- dedicated Speedlites. For details on operating the Speedlite, refer to the Speedlite’s instruction booklet. Using an EX-series Speedlite With E-TTL II autoflash (AF point-linked, evaluative flash metering with preflash), you can easily take natural-looking flash pictures centering on the subject in the same way as normal AE shooting.
  • Page 82 Using an EOS-dedicated Speedlite • C.Fn-07-3 can disable the EOS-dedicated Speedlite from firing a flash. (p.86) • C.Fn-06-1 can set second-curtain flash synchronization for an EOS- dedicated Speedlite. (p.86) • With C.Fn-09-1, the flash sync speed will be fixed at 1/125 sec. in the <E> mode.
  • Page 83: Custom Functions (C.fn)

    Custom Functions (C.Fn) • Custom Function settings are applied in the Creative Zone modes. They are not applied in the Basic Zone modes. Custom Functions enable you to customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. In the previous text, the <V> symbol was used to point out relevant Custom Functions.
  • Page 84: Gsetting A Custom Function

    GSetting a Custom Function Function Setting No. “C.Fn” stands for Custom Function. Turn the Mode Dial to <G>. The <V> icon and Custom Function No. are displayed on the LCD panel. Select the Custom Function No. • Turn the <l> dial to select the Custom Function No.
  • Page 85: Custom Function Settings

    Custom Function Settings C.Fn-01 Film rewind speed Increase the film rewind speed. 0 : Normal (silent) rewind 1 : High-speed rewind C.Fn-02 Film leader position after film rewind Prevent the film leader from being rewound in the film cartridge after film rewind.
  • Page 86 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-05 Mirror lockup 0 : Disabled (Normal operation) 1 : Enabled Effective for close-up and telephoto shots to prevent camera shake caused by the mirror’s reflex action. See page 75 to use this feature. C.Fn-06 Shutter curtain sync with built-in flash/EOS-dedicated Speedlite 0 : 1st-curtain sync 1 : 2nd-curtain sync With second-curtain sync and a slow shutter speed, you can...
  • Page 87 C.Fn-08 Partial metering linkage with AF point/FE lock Partial metering and FE lock can be linked to the selected AF point. Effective for composing the shot. 0 : Disabled (Partial metering/FE lock linked to center AF point) 1 : Enabled C.Fn-09 Flash sync speed in Av mode 0 : Auto 1 : 1/125 sec.
  • Page 88 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-12 Switch to center AF point with the <3> button 0 : Disabled 1 : Enabled Press the <3> button to immediately switch to the center AF point. Convenient if you often use the center AF point. C.Fn-13 Lens AF stop button function 0 : AF stop 1 : AF start...
  • Page 89: Reference

    Reference Basic Photography Terms Abbreviation for auto exposure. It is an automatic metering and exposure system that sets the optimum exposure (shutter speed and/or aperture value) based on the reading by the built-in exposure meter. Exposure Exposure occurs when the film is exposed to light. Correct exposure is obtained when the film is exposed to a proper amount of light in accordance with the film’s sensitivity to light.
  • Page 90: Depth Of Field

    Basic Photography Terms Depth of field This is the range where acceptable focus can be achieved in front of and behind the point of focus. The smaller the aperture value (the higher the f/number), the deeper the depth of field. And the larger the aperture value (the lower the f/number), the shallower the depth of field.
  • Page 91: Feature Availability Table

    Feature Availability Table Mode Dial mode One-Shot AI Servo ● AI Focus ● Auto AF Point Manual Selection ∗ Control ● AF-Assist beam ● Evaluative Partial Center-weighted avg. ● Single Continuous ⃝ Self-timer ● Auto Firing Manual Firing Flash off Exposure Compensation AE Lock ISO Speed...
  • Page 92: Ae Lock Effects

    AE Lock Effects AF Point Selection Method Metering Mode Z Evaluative C.Fn-08-0 X Partial C.Fn-08-1 C Center-weighted averaging ∗ If you use Eye Control AF and press the <j> button before you press the shutter button halfway, AE lock will be applied to the center AF point. AF Mode and Film Advance Mode Combination Film Advance One-Shot AF...
  • Page 93: Program Line

    Program Line The program line below applies when the camera is used in the <S> Program AE mode with an EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 lens. Program Line Description The bottom horizontal axis represents the shutter speed and the right vertical axis represents the aperture value. On the left edge and top edge of the graph, the Exposure Value (EV) is indicated for the respective shutter speed and aperture value combination set by the Program AE mode and denoted by the program line.
  • Page 94: Troubleshooting Guide

    The battery level is very low. Replace the batteries with new ones. (p.18) A misoperation has occurred. Press the shutter button halfway. (p.21) / Remove the batteries and reload it. (p.18) If the blinking <r> icon does not turn off, consult your nearest Canon dealer.
  • Page 95: Major Specifications

    • Type Type...35 mm AF/AE SLR camera with built-in flash Recording media ...35 mm film Image size ...24 x 36 mm Compatible lenses...Canon EF lenses (except EF-S lenses) Lens mount ...Canon EF mount (electronic control) • Viewfinder Type...Eye-level pentaprism Coverage...90% vertical and 92% horizontal coverage Magnification ...0.7x (–1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity)
  • Page 96 Major Specifications • Exposure control Exposure metering modes...TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC Metering range ...EV 1 - 20 (normal temperature, 50mm f/1.4, ISO 100) Exposure control ...Program AE (Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Film speeds...ISO 6 - 6400 (Set automatically for DX-coded film within Exposure compensation...Manual exposure compensation: ±2 stops in 1/2-stop AE lock ...Auto AE lock: In One-Shot AF mode, AE lock applied Multiple exposures ...Max.
  • Page 97 Dimensions (W x H x D)...146.7 x 103 x 69 mm / 5.78 x 4.06 x 2.72 in. Weight (body only) ...Eye Control/DATE model: 585 g / 20.6 oz • All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing and measuring standards.
  • Page 98: Index

    Index AE ...89 AE Lock...70, 92 AEB ...68 AF Mode ...38 AF Mode Dial ...15 AF Point ...41 AF point selection key...16 AF-Assist Beam ...29 AI Focus AF ...40 AI Servo AF...39 Aperture value...89 Attaching the Strap ...17 A-TTL/TTL autoflash ...81 Automatic Selection ...42 Av ...58 Basic Photography Terms ...89...
  • Page 99: Shutter Button

    Manual Selection...42 Metering Modes ...52 MF ...20, 51 Midroll Rewind...24 Mirror Lockup ...75 Mode Dial ...14 Multiple exposures ...72 Night Portrait ...31 Nomenclature...10 One-Shot AF ...39 P (Program)...54 Partial metering...52 Portrait...30 Predictive AF...40 Program AE...54 Program Line...93 Program Shift ...55 Quick Control Dial ...16 Quick Start Guide...8 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 100 CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan U.S.A. CANON U.S.A. INC. For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-OK-CANON or write to: Customer Relations, Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, N.Y. 11042-1198 CANADA CANON CANADA INC.

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