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  • Page 1 English Edition INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 Welcome to the World of the EOS-1 N, The Flagship Camera of the EOS Series Thank you for selecting a Canon EOS camera. Thousands of professional photographers throughout the world are devot- ed users of the EOS-1 — a flexible, high-precision tool responsible for recording on film countless decisive moments and masterpieces of photo- graphic art.
  • Page 3 The EOS-1 N will give optimum performance together with exclusively designed Canon EF lenses, flash and other Canon brand accessories. It is possible that the use of incom- patible lenses or other accessories may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to your EOS-1 N.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Camera Care and Precautions ..6 3. Blinking “ ” Display ....7 5. Camera Operation with a Low 1. Handling, Cleaning and Storage ..6 4. Battery Information ....8 Battery ........8 2. Liquid Crystal Display Information..7 Nomenclature .......9 ● Attaching the Strap ....13 ●...

  • Page 6: Camera Care And Precautions

    • This camera is a high-precision instrument. Be careful not to drop it or subject it to shock. • The Canon EOS-1 N has been designed for increased resistance to moisture. However, this camera is not waterproof and must therefore be handled with reasonable care.

  • Page 7: Liquid Crystal Display Information

    If this occurs, have it replaced at an authorized Canon service facility. Replacement is at the owner’s expense in case of out of warranty term.
  • Page 8 Camera Care and Precautions 4. Battery Information This camera requires battery power for operation. Always check the battery at the following times: 1. When loading a new battery 2. After lengthy storage 3. If the shutter will not release 4. In cold weather 5.
  • Page 9 Nomenclature • Page numbers of sections related to each component are indicated in parentheses. Lens Attachment Mark (red) (→ page 18) Focusing Screen Lens Mount Mirror (→ page 72) Lens Lock Pin Shutter Button (→ page 20) Self-Timer Indicator Strap Fixture (→ page 13) (→...
  • Page 10 Nomenclature X Contacts Eyepiece Shutter Lever (→ page 71) Accessory Shoe LCD Panel (→ page 11) Shooting Mode Selector (→ page 17) LCD Panel Illumination Button ( ) (→ page 74) AF Mode Selector (→ page 32) Exposure Compensation Button ( ) (→...
  • Page 11 Nomenclature Shooting Modes Shutter Speed Manual Exposure: M Film Speed Shutter-priority AE: Tv Battery Check ( BulbExposure: Bulb ( Program AE: P Aperture-priority AE: Av * Depth-of-Field AE ( * Depth-of-Field AE: DEP Custom Function Control Focusing Points ISO Indicator Aperture Value AF Mode Indicator Custom Function...
  • Page 12 Nomenclature Focusing Points/Spot Metering Position Indicators Exposure Level Display Fine Spot Metering Area Laser-matte Screen Ec-CII In-focus Indicator Manual Exposure Indicator Flash Charge Completion Indicator AE Lock / AEB Indicator Exposure Compensation Indicator Shutter Speed Flash Exposure Compensation Indicator * Depth-of-Field AE Indicator Aperture Value Exposure Step Indicator : 1-stop,...

  • Page 13: Attaching The Strap

    I Shooting Preparations and Basic Operation This section explains the preparations neces- sary to set up the camera before use, as well as the basic operation of the camera. ● Attaching the Strap Thread the ends of the strap through the strap fixtures as shown.
  • Page 14 1. Loading the Battery This camera operates on a 6-volt, 2CR5 lithium battery, housed in the grip. • Refer to page 93 for additional information on the batteries of the EOS-1 N DP model and page 96 for the EOS-1 N HS model and the EOS-1 N RS model. Using a coin or similar object, turn the grip screw counterclockwise to loosen the grip.

  • Page 15: Checking The Battery Level (Film Shooting Capacity)

    75 (50) Low (–20°C/–4°F) 12 ( 8) • Data based on Canon’s Standard Test Method using a new battery, EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens and 24-exposure film. Values in parentheses are for 36-expo- sure film. • Repeated autofocus operation without taking any pictures will reduce the overall shooting capacity.

  • Page 16: Operating The Main Switch

    3. Operating the Main Switch The main switch has three settings, as described below: : The power is off and the cam- era does not operate. Set the main switch to this position when not using the camera. Setting the switch to pre- vents unintentional power drain which can be caused by objects...

  • Page 17: Setting And Adjusting Basic Functions

    4. Setting and Adjusting Basic Functions This camera’s shooting mode, AF mode and metering mode are set and changed as follows: Set the main switch to “A”. Press the shooting mode selector (or AF mode selector or metering mode selector) and hold it down while turning the main dial to the left or right until the desired setting appears in the LCD panel.

  • Page 18: Removing The Lens

    5. Lens Attachment Remove the lens' rear dust cap and the camera's body cap by turning them counterclockwise. Align the red dots on the lens and camera body, then rotate the lens clockwise until it locks in place with a click. Set the lens’...

  • Page 19: Dioptric Adjustment

    6. Dioptric Adjustment The viewfinder has a built-in dioptric adjustment mechanism that lets you adjust the eyesight correction to achieve a sharp viewfinder image. This also allows near- or far-sighted users to take pictures without wearing glasses. The diopter can be adjusted within a range of –3~+1 dpt. Press inward on both sides (nonslip grip sections) of the eyecup frame.

  • Page 20: Shutter Button Operation And Autofocus

    7. Shutter Button Operation and Autofocus The shutter button has a two step construction. Press halfway (to the first step) to activate focusing and metering, and press completely (to the sec- ond step) to release the shutter and make the exposure. 1.
  • Page 21 • The shutter button stroke (height) can be changed according to your preference by tak- ing the camera to an authorized Canon service center (modification will be at the own- er's expense).

  • Page 22: Film Loading

    8. Film Loading When DX film is loaded, the film speed is set automatically according to the DX code on the film cartridge. • The automatic film speed setting range is ISO 25~5000. • If non-DX film is loaded, the ISO indicator and the numbers for the previously-set film speed blink in the LCD panel.
  • Page 23 Film Loading Set the main switch to “A”. Open the back cover by using your thumb to press the back cover lock release button while sliding the latch down. • If you find it difficult to perform both operations with one finger, use one fin- ger to press the back cover release button and another finger to operate the latch.
  • Page 24 Film Loading After checking that the film tip is aligned with the orange mark and that the film perforations are engaged with the sprockets, close the back cover until it clicks shut. CORRECT • DO NOT pull the film tip past the orange mark.
  • Page 25 Film Loading ● Removing Film The film automatically rewinds at the end of the roll. When rewinding starts, the film rewind indicator moves from right to left to show that the film is rewind- ing. At the same time, the LCD panel’s frame counter counts down the number of frames.
  • Page 26 10. Program AE mode [P] In Program AE mode the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value according to the subject brightness. This mode allows anyone to start taking pictures quickly without worrying about exposure settings. Five focusing points provide a wide focusing area, making it easy to try out various picture compositions.
  • Page 27 Program AE mode [P] [Exposure Warnings] • If a shutter speed of 30” and the maximum aperture value blink in the display, the sub- ject is too dark. Switch to flash photography, referring to “V. Using Flash” on page 76. •...
  • Page 28 II Selecting the AF and Metering Modes This camera’s wide-zone autofocus system lets you freely select from five focusing points, allowing you to keep the scene composed as desired while concentrating on the subject. Also, a rich selection of exposure options lets you select the metering mode appro- priate for the subject or shooting situ- ation, and flexible exposure compen-...

  • Page 29: Selecting The Five Focusing Points

    1. Selecting the Five Focusing Points This camera incorporates a high-precision AF sensor called Multi-BASIS (Multi Base-Stored Image Sensor), equipped with five focusing points for wide autofocusing coverage. You can freely select any of the focusing points to compose the scene as desired, or you can let the camera select the focusing point for you (auto- matic focusing selection mode).
  • Page 30 Selecting the Five Focusing Points • Turning the main dial selects the focusing points in the following order: automat- ic focusing point selection (all five focusing points are displayed) ↔ far left ↔ left center ↔ center ↔ right center ↔ far right. •...

  • Page 31: Focus Lock

    Selecting the Five Focusing Points ● Focus Lock When you want to compose a scene with the main subject positioned out of the zone covered by the five focusing points, follow the procedure below to first lock the focus on the subject before composing the scene and taking the picture.

  • Page 32: Selecting The Af Mode

    2. Selecting the AF Mode Two types of autofocus are available: One-shot AF and AI Servo AF. Select the mode most appropriate for the subject and shooting situation. • To use the camera’s AF modes, the lens’ focus mode switch must be set to “AF”.
  • Page 33 Selecting the AF Mode ● AI Servo AF Use this mode when taking pictures of AI SERVO moving subjects. The lens focuses the subject continuously while the shutter button is pressed halfway. AI Servo’s predictive focus control* can track sub- jects moving toward or away from the camera.

  • Page 34: Difficult Subjects For Autofocus

    3. Difficult Subjects for Autofocus This camera’s autofocus system is very accurate and can quickly focus most subjects with the high-precision Multi-BASIS (Base-Stored Image Sensor) AF sensor equipped with five focusing points as shown below. However, the system may have difficulty focusing the subjects listed below.
  • Page 35 Difficult Subjects for Autofocus have vertical sensors, focus the subject, then recompose the picture using the focus lock function. 3) In the case of (f), use the center focusing point which has a horizontal sensor, focus the subject, then recompose the picture using the focus lock function.

  • Page 36: Manual Focusing

    4. Manual Focusing Use manual focusing when the subject is difficult to focus with the cam- era’s autofocus system, or when you need to control the focus for alterna- tive focus effects. Set the lens’ focus mode switch to “M”. •...

  • Page 37: Selecting The Metering Mode

    5. Selecting the Metering Mode Three metering modes are available: evaluative metering ( ), partial metering ( ) and fine spot metering ( ). Center-weighted average metering as well as spot metering linked to the focusing points can also be set with the corresponding custom function. In all metering modes, pressing the shutter button halfway activates the built-in metering system and determines the exposure.

  • Page 38: Evaluative Metering

    Selecting the Metering Mode ● Evaluative Metering ( Use this mode for general subjects and backlit scenes. By dividing the viewfinder into 16 metering zones linked with the five focusing points, the camera evaluates factors such as sub- ject size, position (based on the focus- ing point in use), brightness, back- ground, front lighting and back lighting to determine the best exposure setting.
  • Page 39 Selecting the Metering Mode ● Fine Spot Metering ( This mode limits the metering area to the center of the viewfinder as defined by the fine spot metering mark (approx. 2.3% of the image area). Use this mode when you need an accurate exposure reading of a specific subject area.
  • Page 40 6. AE Lock The EOS-1 N's evaluative metering system is coupled to the five focusing points. It controls the exposure according to the subject's position, based on the focusing point in use. If you want to determine the exposure independently from the focusing operation, use AE lock.

  • Page 41: The Picture

    AE Lock Refocus the subject, change the composition as desired, and take the picture. • When you change the scene composi- tion, the difference between the locked exposure value and the continuously metered exposure value is displayed in the viewfinder in real-time. AE lock indicator AE lock exposure value Current metered exposure value...
  • Page 42 7. Exposure Compensation When taking pictures in an AE shooting mode, you can compensate the exposure according to the subject conditions either by using the quick control dial while looking through the viewfinder or by using the exposure compensation button and the main dial. Exposure can be compensated up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments.

  • Page 43: Take The Picture

    Exposure Compensation • The exposure level indicator and expo- sure compensation symbol are dis- played in the viewfinder, and the com- pensation amount is displayed in the LCD panel’s exposure level indicator. • In the LCD panel, “+” indicates overex- posure and “–”...

  • Page 44: Using The Exposure Compensation Button

    Exposure Compensation ● Using the Exposure Compensation Button Exposure compensation can also be carried out using the exposure com- pensation button ( ) together with the main dial. Focus the subject and confirm the exposure. Press and release the exposure compensation button, then turn the main dial (while the six-second timer is activated) to set the desired expo-...
  • Page 45 8. Auto Exposure Bracketing [AEB] Use auto exposure bracketing to take a sequence of pictures at different exposures. When this function is set, the camera automatically takes three exposures in sequence while shifting the exposure for each picture. The bracketing amount can be set in 1/3-stop increments up to ±3 stops from the metered exposure value.
  • Page 46 Auto Exposure Bracketing [AEB] Open the palm door and simultane- ously press the battery check button and film winding mode selector. • AEB appears in the LCD panel. • The display remains for six seconds after you release the buttons. Turn the main dial to set the desired bracketing amount.
  • Page 47 Auto Exposure Bracketing [AEB] • The compensation amount for each shot is also displayed in the viewfinder by the exposure level indicator. • It is possible to take one shot at a time even in continuous exposure mode. The AEB indicator ( ) blinks contin- uously until all three exposures are completed.
  • Page 48 III Selecting the Shooting Mode This section describes the camera’s various shooting modes and provides guidelines on how to select the appropriate mode for differ- ent subjects. • First make sure the camera's main swich is set to “A” or “ ”...

  • Page 49: Shutter-Priority Ae [Tv]

    1. Shutter-priority AE [Tv] In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture according to the lighting conditions. While pressing the shooting mode selector, turn the main dial until “Tv” appears in the LCD panel. ONE SHOT Release the shooting mode selec- tor.

  • Page 50: Exposure Warnings

    Shutter-priority AE [Tv] After confirming the aperture value, press the shutter button completely to take the picture. • If the aperture value is not blinking, proper exposure will be obtained. [Exposure Warnings] • When the number for the maximum aperture of the lens blinks in the display, the image will be underexposed.
  • Page 51 Shutter-priority AE [Tv] Shutter Speed Display Shutter speeds are set in 1/3-stop increments. From 8000 to 4, the shutter speeds are dis- played as the reciprocal of the actual time values. For example, 125 on the display indi- cates a shutter speed of 1/125 sec. For shutter speeds slower than 4, actual times are dis- played.

  • Page 52: Aperture-Priority Ae [Av]

    2. Aperture-priority AE [Av] In this mode, you set the aperture and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the lighting conditions. While pressing the shooting mode selector, turn the main dial until “Av” appears in the LCD panel. ONE SHOT Release the shooting mode selec- tor.
  • Page 53 Aperture-priority AE [Av] After confirming the shutter speed, press the shutter button completely to take the picture. • If the shutter speed is not blinking, proper exposure will be obtained. • Caution: Camera shake may produce an unsharp picture if the shutter speed becomes slower than “1/focal length of the lens in use.”...
  • Page 54 Aperture-priority AE [Av] Aperture Value Display Apertures are set in 1/3-stop increments. Larger numbers indicate smaller lens apertures. The following aperture settings are provided in the camera, but the actual aperture range available depends on the lens in use. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.8 3.2 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.6 6.3 7.1 8.0 9.0 10 11 13 14 16 18 20 22 25 29 32 36 40 45 51 57 64 72 81 91 Custom Function...
  • Page 55 3. Depth-of-Field AE [DEP] This mode places everything between two freely set points in the fore- ground and background within the zone of focus, effective for making sure everyone in a large group picture or everything in a landscape photo is rendered sharp.
  • Page 56 Depth-of-Field AE [DEP] Place the selected focusing point on the nearest point you want in focus (Point 1) (point 1), then press the shutter but- ton halfway. • When the in-focus indicator and “ ” light up in the viewfinder, remove your fin- ger from the shutter button.
  • Page 57 Depth-of-Field AE [DEP] Compose the picture and press the shutter button halfway to set the ONE SHOT aperture and focus for the designat- ed depth of field. • The correct aperture value for the des- ignated depth of field and the corre- sponding shutter speed are displayed in both the viewfinder and LCD panel.

  • Page 58: Warning Indications

    Depth-of-Field AE [DEP] [Warning Indications] • If the aperture value blinks, the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Use a wide- angle lens or move farther from the subject and repeat steps 4 through 6. • If the shutter speed of 30” and the maximum aperture of the lens blink, the scene will be underexposed and Depth-of-Field AE cannot be carried out.
  • Page 59 4. Manual Exposure [M] This mode lets you set both the shutter speed and aperture. Use this mode when you need complete control of exposure for creative effects or when using a hand-held exposure meter. The main dial sets the shutter speed and the quick control dial sets the aperture.
  • Page 60 Manual Exposure [M] Press the shutter button halfway to focus the subject. “M” and the expo- sure values are displayed in the viewfinder. The exposure level indi- cator at the right of the viewfinder shows how far the current exposure setting is from the exposure value metered by the camera.
  • Page 61 5. Bulb Exposure [ The shutter stays open for as long as you press the shutter button. By connecting the optional Remote Switch 60T3 to the camera’s remote con- trol socket, you can keep the shutter open without holding the shutter but- ton pressed.
  • Page 62 Bulb Exposure [ • In bulb exposure mode, the LCD panel’s frame counter display counts the elapsed time from when the shutter was released, starting over every 30 seconds. One battery check bar ( ) appears on the display after every 30 seconds, allowing time measurement up to 120 seconds using all three bars.
  • Page 63 6. Multiple Exposures [ Up to nine exposures can be made on one frame by presetting the number of multiple exposures with the main dial. Multiple exposures are possible in any shooting mode. Press the shooting mode selector and metering mode selector/flash exposure compensation button at the same time.
  • Page 64 Multiple Exposures [ Release the shooting mode selector and metering mode selector/flash exposure compensation button. Select a shooting mode and take the desired number of exposures. When the preset number of multiple • Three exposures are set exposures is completed, the film automatically advances to the next frame.
  • Page 65 IV Configuring the Camera This section describes how to change vari- ous camera settings such as the film speed and film winding and rewinding modes, allow- ing you to precisely configure the camera for specific shooting situations. • First make sure the camera's main swich is set to “A”...

  • Page 66: Manually Setting The Film Speed

    1. Manually Setting the Film Speed The film speed can be set manually when using non-DX film or when you wish to set a film speed other than the DX-coded film speed. • Set the film speed after loading the film. •...

  • Page 67: Changing The Film Winding Mode

    2. Changing the Film Winding Mode Two film winding modes are available: single exposure mode and continu- ous exposure mode. ● Single Exposure ( The film advances one frame after each picture is taken. After taking a picture, return the shutter button to the half-pressed position to prepare for the next expo- sure while keeping the exposure value locked (possible only when camera is set to One-shot AF and evaluative metering mode).

  • Page 68: Film Winding Automatic Gear

    Changing the Film Winding Mode Turn the main dial to the left or right until the desired film winding mode is displayed in the LCD panel. To complete the setting, press the shutter halfway or wait until the six- second timer elapses. ONE SHOT Film Winding Automatic Gear Switching Function If film winding becomes an excessive burden to the camera due to a sharp drop in battery...
  • Page 69 3. Changing the Film Rewinding Mode In normal operation at the end of the roll, the camera automatically rewinds the film at high speed and winds the film leader completely into the cartridge. Using custom functions F-1 and F-2, however, you can change the camera’s film rewinding operation as described below: •...

  • Page 70: Using The Self-Timer

    4. Using the Self-Timer [ Two built-in self-timer modes let you delay the exposure 10 seconds or 2 seconds from when you press the shutter button. When using the self- timer, place the camera on a tripod or a steady surface. Open the palm door and press the film winding mode selector.
  • Page 71 Using the Self-Timer [ Looking into the viewfinder, com- pose the picture and press the shut- ter button halfway to focus the sub- ject and set the exposure. Press the shutter button completely. The self-timer lamp blinks to indi- cate that the self-timer function is operating.
  • Page 72 5. Locking the Mirror Up Setting custom function F-12 (refer to pages 90-91) lets you swing the mirror up before opening the shutter and starting the exposure. This elimi- nates the slight vibration caused by mirror shock, ensuring maximum sharpness when taking close-up photos or using super-telephoto lenses. •...
  • Page 73 6. Infrared Photography Infrared film (film with extended sensitivity to infrared light) can be used to achieve interesting effects not possible with general-purpose film. When using black-and-white infrared film, the film’s sensitivity to longer wave- lengths requires a slight adjustment in focus using the red infrared index on the lens.
  • Page 74 7. Checking the Depth of Field Depth of field is the range of focus in front of and behind the subject in which objects appear sharp. The depth of field varies from shallow to deep depending on the aperture setting, the angle of view of the lens in use and the camera to subject distance.

  • Page 75: Resetting The Camera To Its Initial Settings

    9. Resetting the Camera to Its Initial Settings ● Resetting All Camera Functions You can reset all of the camera’s func- tions (except for the custom functions) to their default settings by opening the palm door and pressing the clear but- ton.

  • Page 76: Using Flash

    V Using Flash Attaching an EOS dedicated speedlite to the camera’s accessory shoe enables advanced flash photography with the operational sim- plicity of normal AE shooting. In addition to overall exposure compensation, independent compensation of just the flash exposure is possible from the camera side.

  • Page 77: Using Eos Dedicated Speedlites

    1. Using EOS Dedicated Speedlites EOS dedicated Speedlites (540EZ, 430EZ, 420EZ, 300EZ, etc.) make flash photography as simple as pointing and shooting. Moreover, built-in advanced functions make it easy to achieve professional fill-in flash effects in outdoor settings as well as automatic control of flash exposure when shooting at night or indoors.

  • Page 78: Flash Exposure Compensation

    2. Flash Exposure Compensation This function lets you vary the automatic flash exposure level of EOS ded- icated speedlites. The flash exposure can be compensated up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Custom Function Flash exposure compensation can also be set in 1/2-stop increments. (Refer to pages 86–87) Set the quick control dial switch to .
  • Page 79 TTL Hot Shoe Adapters 2 and 3. When using the 300TL Speedlite, set the flash mode button to a position other than MHi or MLo. TTL automatic flash exposure is possible. Canon Speedlites other than those mentioned above can be used in manual mode.
  • Page 80 EOS camera. • Use of flash units of other brands with a trigger circuit voltage in excess of 6 volts DC may damage your camera. Consult your nearest authorized Canon service facility to confirm the compatibility.

  • Page 81: Custom Functions Functions

    VI Custom Functions Custom function control is provided to let you customize the camera’s functions according to your personal preferences and shooting style.

  • Page 82: Setting A Custom Function

    1. Setting and Resetting Custom Functions ● Setting a Custom Function Set the main switch to “A” or “ ”. Open the palm door and press the custom function button. • A custom function number is displayed in the LCD panel. Turn the main dial to the left or right until the desired custom function number is displayed in the LCD...
  • Page 83 Setting and Resetting Custom Functions • Dots are displayed below the exposure scale to indicate custom function settings which have been selected. (CF1) (CF5) (CF10) (CF14) A dot below “–3” indicates that custom function No. 1 is set. Dots for other custom •...

  • Page 84: Custom Function Chart

    2. Custom Function Chart Custom Setting Sticker Type Affected Function LCD Panel Display Function Symbol Automatic film rewind operation Film Film leader retrieval after rewinding handling Film speed setting AF operation method Focus...
  • Page 85 Reference Operation Useful Situations Page No. High-speed automatic rewind. This function is useful for situations in which silence is required — for exam- ple, in a quiet theater or at a pro golf tournament — where the sudden noise of a camera’s rewind would cause dis- Automatic rewind prohibited.
  • Page 86 Custom Setting Sticker Type Affected Function LCD Panel Display Function Symbol AF activation Focus Shutter speed and aperture value setting method in manual exposure mode EV steps for the shutter speed, Exposure aperture, exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, and Manual focusing with the electronic manual focusing ring Focus...
  • Page 87 Custom Function Chart Reference Operation Useful Situations Page No. Autofocus starts when shutter button is 2: For sports photography using focus pressed halfway. Focus is locked when prediction in AI Servo AF mode, this AE lock button ( ) is pressed. option lets the photographer tem- porarily stop the focus.
  • Page 88 Custom Setting Sticker Type Affected Function LCD Panel Display Function Symbol Center-weighted average metering AEB exposure sequence Exposure Elimination of AF frame display Focus F-10...
  • Page 89 Custom Function Chart Reference Operation Useful Situations Page No. Evaluative metering. Setting this function to center-weighted average metering provides the photog- rapher with a predictable metering pat- tern for determining exposure. This is useful for experienced photographers Center-weighted average metering. who have over many years developed an ability to accurately determine expo- •...
  • Page 90 Custom Setting Sticker Type Affected Function LCD Panel Display Function Symbol Focusing point selection Focus F-11 Mirror up operation Mirror F-12 operation Beeping when in focus Beeping F-12 (RS) on/off Spot metering at the AF frame Exposure F-13 Fill-in flash control Flash F-14 operation...
  • Page 91 Custom Function Chart Reference Operation Useful Situations Page No. 0, 1:This option makes it possible to Focusing point selector ( ) + main dial match the EOS-1 N’s button opera- tions to the photographer’s existing camera (EOS-1 or EOS 5•A2/A2E). Exposure compensation button ( main dial Independent operation of quick control...
  • Page 92 Custom Function Chart ● Combined Use of Custom Functions F-5 and F-11 When custom functions F-5 and F-11 are combined, shutter speed and aperture value settings are carried out as shown in the following table. Custom function number Selection No. Shutter speed: Aperture value: Set by main dial...

  • Page 93: Additional Information For The Eos-1 N Dp Model

    Additional Information for the EOS-1 N DP Model A combination of the EOS-1 N with the compact Battery Pack BP-E1 pro- vides a switch that lets you power the camera either from the standard 2CR5 lithium battery stored in the grip or from four AA-size (LR6) alkaline- manganese or Ni-Cd batteries housed in the battery pack.
  • Page 94 Additional Information for the EOS-1 N DP Model Press the Battery Pack BP-E1’s bat- tery magazine release button and remove the battery magazine. Insert four AA-size batteries into the battery magazine as shown in the diagram. Insert the battery magazine into the Battery Pack BP-E1.
  • Page 95 • Canon recommends that AA-size lithium batteries not be used in this product since its initial high voltage may cause damage to the product. 2. Shooting Capacity Shooting capacity by battery type (rolls)

  • Page 96: Additional Information For The Eos-1 N Hs Model

    Additional Information for the EOS-1 N HS Model A combination of the EOS-1 N with the Power Drive Booster E1 expands the choice of film winding modes to three and benefits from higher shoot- ing capacity (refer to page 98). Moreover, the EOS-1 N HS is designed for improved operability with features such as a separate shutter button and AE lock button ( ) for vertical shooting.
  • Page 97 AA-size lithium batteries can only be used with the EOS-1 N combined with a power Drive Booster E1 that has a “ ”symbol printed on the AE lock button. Canon recommends that AA-size lithium batteries not be used in this product since its initial high voltage may cause damage to the product.
  • Page 98 6 (4) 45 (30) 90 (60) • Data based on Canon’s Standard Test Method using new batteries, EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens and 24-exposure film. Values in parentheses are for 36-expo- sure film. • Repeated autofocus operation without taking any pictures will reduce the overall...

  • Page 99: Attaching The Standard Grip

    Attaching the Standard Grip The Battery Pack BP-E1 or Power Drive Booster E1 can be removed and replaced with the EOS-1 N’s standard grip GR-E1 (optional) using the procedure below. Load a battery into the standard grip GR-E1 (see page 14). Turn the Battery Pack BP-E1/Power Drive Booster E1’s attachment knob to loosen, then pull the assembly...

  • Page 100: Additional Information For The Eos-1 N Rs Model

    Additional Information for the EOS-1 N RS Model In addition to all the features of the EOS-1 N, the EOS-1 N RS also has a fixed, hard-coat, new pellicle mirror, a high-speed motor drive, and the RS mode. The EOS-1 N RS is a single-lens reflex camera having the fastest AF (autofocus) operation.
  • Page 101 Additional Information for the EOS-1 N RS Model ● Nomenclature ON/OFF switch Grip Vertical grip shutter button Tripod socket Handstrap eyelet Vertical grip Battery magazine handle AE lock button Battery magazine ● Using the vertical grip To use the vertical grip and the corre- sponding shutter button and AE lock button, turn on the ON/OFF switch.

  • Page 102: Custom Functions

    Additional Information for the EOS-1 N RS Model 1. Batteries for the EOS-1 N RS • Load the batteries in the same way as for the EOS-1 N HS. See page 98. 2. The RS mode When the main switch is set to RS, the RS mode will be set and the following will be set automatically: (1) One Shot autofocus will be set.

  • Page 103: And Autofocus

    6 (4) 45 (30) 90 (60) • Figures are based on Canon tests using new batteries, an EF 50mm f/1.4 lens, and 24-exposure film. Figures in parentheses indicate the number of 36-expo- sure rolls. • Filmless camera operations and autofocus operations will reduce the above fig-...
  • Page 104 Guide No. x 0.8 / Subject distance = Aperture setting • When the Canon Speedlite 480EG is used for automatic flash photography, increase the normal aperture setting by 2/3 stop or decrease the 480EG’s ISO setting by 2/3 EV (open up) to compensate for the reduced amount of light reaching the film due to the pellicle mirror.
  • Page 105 Additional Information for the EOS-1 N RS Model • When custom function CF-4 is set to “1” (AF operation with the AE lock button and AE lock with the shutter button pressed halfway) and the RS mode is used, allow the auto- focus operation to be completed before pressing the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 106 If you run into a problem operating your camera, check the following table to see if you can find the cause of the problem. If the trouble persists, take the camera to your nearest Canon service center. (A list of service cen- ters is provided at the back of this instruction book.)
  • Page 107 • If the “ ” indicator does Back not stop blinking after cover repeating the above opera- tions several times, there is a malfunction in the camera. Take the camera to your nearest Canon service cen- ter for diagnosis and repair.
  • Page 108 Program Line Characteristics Program characteristics for Program AE [P] mode using an EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens. For EOS-1 N mounted with an EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens f / No 30" 15" 8" 4" 2" 1" 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 ¤...
  • Page 109 AF/AE single-lens reflex camera 24 mm × 36 mm Format: Usable Lenses: Canon EF lenses Lens Mount: Canon EF mount (fully electronic signal transfer system) ■ VIEWFINDER Type: Fixed eye-level pentaprism. Coverage: Gives 100% vertical and horizontal coverage of actual picture area.

  • Page 110: Partial Metering ( )

    Specifications (3) To the right of viewing area: Exposure level scale (±3 stops in 1/3-stop incre- ments), exposure level indicator (1 AE mode, expo- sure compensation amount, 2 AE lock, real-time meter deviation value, 3 manual exposure level, 4 AEB step amount, 5 background exposure when using flash), remaining frame number display Depth-of-Field Possible, by operation of depth-of-field preview button.

  • Page 111: Multiple Exposures

    Specifications (2) Manual compensation: ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments, by independent operation of quick control dial or combination of exposure compensation button + main dial; can be used together with AEB. AE Lock: (1) Auto AE lock: AE lock occurs simultaneously with AF completion in one-shot AF mode with evaluative metering.
  • Page 112 Specifications (3) Manual focusing: Possible by setting the lens’ focus mode switch to “M” and operating the lens’ manual focusing ring. In-focus indicator lights up when focus is achieved (with EF lenses having maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger). Manual focusing with the electronic ring is enabled during exposure and continuous shooting.

  • Page 113: Camera Body

    Specifications Film Rewind: Automatic rewind at end of roll using built-in motor. (Rewind speed with 24-exp. film: approx. 5 sec; with 36- exp. film: approx. 8 sec.); mid-roll rewind possible. Rewind noise: Normal mode: 59 dB; Silent mode: 48 dB. High-speed film rewind: Approx.
  • Page 114 6-5/16" (W) x 6-1/8" (H) x 3-1/16" (D) mm Weight: 855 gr / 30 oz without battery (body only, without lithium battery) 1,295 gr / 36.7 oz (including battery magazine without batteries) All data based on Canon’s Standard Test Method. Subject to change without notice.

  • Page 115: Quick Guide To Eos-1 N Functions

    Quick Guide to EOS-1 N Functions Make sure the main switch is set to “A” before performing the following operations: Check the battery level (refer to page 15) Check the set film speed (refer to page 22) Take pictures in rapid sequence (refer to page 67) Rewind the film in...
  • Page 116 Quick Guide to EOS-1 N Functions AI SERVO Select the AF mode ONE SHOT (refer to page 32) Focus the subject manually (refer to page 36) Select the shooting mode (refer to page 48) Select the metering mode (refer to page 37) Compensate the ONE SHOT exposure...
  • Page 117 Quick Guide to EOS-1 N Functions Use AE lock to lock the exposure reading (refer to page 40) Take multiple exposures on one frame (refer to page 63) Use automatic exposure bracket- (refer to page 45) Compensate the flash exposure (refer to page 78) Use the self-timer (refer to page 70)
  • Page 118 Quick Guide to EOS-1 N Functions Illuminating the LCD panel (refer to page 74) ONE SHO Reset all functions (clear button) [except for custom functions] (refer to page 75) Set a custom function (refer to page 82) ONE SHOT Check the current custom function settings (refer to page 83)
  • Page 119 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub- ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions.
  • Page 120 CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC. DEPTO DE VENTAS CENTRAL & 6505 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 325, Miami, FL33126 U.S.A. SOUTH AMERICA CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC. CENTRO DE SERVICIO Y REPARACION Apartado 2019, Zona Libre de Colón, República de Panamá CANON SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. ASIA 79 Anson Road #09-01/06 Singapore 079906 CANON AUSTRALIA PTY.

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