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  • Page 2: Digital Camera Operating Steps And Reference Guides

    Start taking pictures Check your pictures Software Starter Guide Help Install the software from the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk Connect your camera to a computer Load your images onto the computer Process the images with the software...
  • Page 3 Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that your Canon EOS D30 camera is intended for personal use and should never be used in a way that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that photographing performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties may contravene copyright or other legal rights, even if the photograph was taken for personal use.

  • Page 4: Check Your Accessories

    Check Your Accessories Before using your camera, make sure you have all the accessories shown on this and the following page. If any are missing, contact the store where you purchased your camera. q EOS D30 Camera w Strap (with eyepiece cover) e Battery Pack BP-511 r Compact Power Adapter CA-PS400...

  • Page 5: Interface Cable

    Check Your Accessories u Interface Cable i Video Cable VC-100 IFC-200 PCU o Canon Digital Camera !0 EOS D30 Camera User’s Solution Disk, Adobe Guide (this document) Photoshop LE Disk !1 Software Starter Guide !2 Warranty...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Sports Mode ..........51 Introduction Night Scene Mode........52 Digital Camera Operating Steps and Reference Guides ........2 Check Your Accessories.........4 Advanced Operations ....53 Precautions for Handling ......12 Quality Selection........54 Quick Guide ..........14 About ISO Speed .........55 Nomenclature..........16 Selecting Parameters ......56 Conventions Used in This Manual ....22 Parameters..........57 AF Mode Selection ........58 One-Shot AF for Still Subjects ....59...
  • Page 7 Modeling Flash..........99 Message List..........145 Wireless Multi-Light/E-TTL System Map ..........146 Autoflash Photography......99 Index ............147 Using Non-Canon Flash Units ....100 Playing and Erasing Recorded Images ..101 Viewing Recorded Images......102 Viewing a Single Image .....102 Viewing the Index ......102 Viewing Enlarged Images....103 Jumping to Another Image...103...
  • Page 8 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 Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 10 • Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire. • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

  • Page 11: Preventing Malfunctions

    CAUTIONS • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries.

  • Page 12: Precautions For Handling

    (2) 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. If the camera is exposed to salty air, wipe it thoroughly with a slightly damp cloth.

  • Page 13: Lithium Backup Battery

    (4) Do not spill liquids onto CF cards. (5) Always store your CF cards in a case or cabinet to protect the data stored on them. (6) Use only CF cards specified by Canon. Otherwise, you may be unable to record or play back images.

  • Page 14: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide See the page indicated ( ) for more information. Charge the battery pack Insert the battery pack. Connect the power cord to the Open the battery chamber cover and adapter, then attach the battery. slide the battery pack into position When the charge lamp stops blinking until it locks into place.
  • Page 15 Quick Guide Open the CF card slot cover. Insert the CF card. Slide the cover in the direction Insert the CF card, then close the shown by the arrow, then open it. cover. ( 31) ( 31) Set the Main Switch to Set the Mode Dial to ON .

  • Page 16: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature DRIVE Drive mode button ( 67) AF mode/WB button ( 58, 70) Metering mode button/ Lens mount index ( 30) Flash exposure compensation Built-in flash ( 90) button ( 65, 95) LCD panel ( 18) Hot shoe ( 96) Main dial ( 34) Flash button ( 90)
  • Page 17 Nomenclature Eyecup ( 86) Diopter adjustment knob ( 40) Viewfinder ( 19) Quick control dial switch ( 35) Main switch ( 33) AE lock button/FE lock button ( 84, 94) MENU Menu button ( 36) Focusing point selector ( 61) INFO.

  • Page 18: Lcd Panel

    Nomenclature LCD Panel Shutter speed ( Data processing ( Backup battery warning ( Cleaning warning ( Aperture value ( Parameters ( ISO Speed ( Drive mode CF full warning ( One-shot CF error warning ( Continuous Focusing point ( Self-timer Error code ( Cleaning ( Possible images that can still be taken...

  • Page 19: Viewfinder Information

    Nomenclature Viewfinder Information New laser matte screen Focusing points Partial metering circle AE lock/FE lock indicator In-focus indicator Flash-ready indicator Exposure level FE lock underexposure warning Exposure compensation amount AEB level Red-eye reduction lamp indicator High-speed sync indicator (FP flash) CF full warning ( CF error warning ( Focusing point indicator...

  • Page 20: Mode Dial

    Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial is divided into two functional zones. Full Auto q Easy shooting zone w Creative zone All you do is press the shutter button. Lets you make a variety of settings. :Full Auto ( 42) : Program AE ( 72) Lets you take fully automatic pictures—...

  • Page 21: Dc Coupler

    Nomenclature Compact Power Adapter CA-PS400 Battery pack connectors ( 25) Attach battery packs for charging. Power cord ( 25, 29) Power cord socket ( 25, 29) Plug in power cord here. Charge lamp ( 25) Back DC coupler socket ( 29) Plug in cord for DC coupler here.

  • Page 22: Conventions Used In This Manual

    See "Nomenclature" on page 16. Reference page numbers are shown in parentheses ( The procedures in this user’s guide use a Canon EF 24-85mm F3.5-4.5 USM lens for reference. The descriptions also assume that the menu functions and custom functions are set to the default settings.

  • Page 23: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin This chapter describes preparations and settings you need to make before you begin shooting, as well as how the shutter button operates. Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the strap eyelet from beneath, then back in Eyepiece cover and out of the strap clasp as shown.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Backup Battery

    Replacing the Backup Battery When the backup battery’s power level runs low, the message “ ” appears on the camera’s LCD panel. If this happens, you will need to purchase a replacement CR2025 battery and replace the backup battery in your camera as follows. If you replace the backup battery while the camera is connected to a battery pack with power remaining or to a DC coupler, the date, time, and other menu functions will retain their settings.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack Connect the power cord. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. Insert the plug into a power outlet. Remove the cover. Store the cover in a place where it will not be lost. If you remove the battery from the camera, be sure to reattach the cover to protect against shorting.
  • Page 26 Charging the Battery Pack When the DC coupler is connected to the compact power adapter, the adapter cannot be used to charge battery packs. Do not charge any battery packs other than model BP-511. When the battery pack is in the camera, it discharges slightly over time even when the camera is not used.

  • Page 27: Inserting And Removing The Battery Pack

    Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack Inserting the Battery Pack Load a fully charged BP-511 battery pack into the camera. Open the battery chamber cover. Slide the lever in the direction shown by the arrow in the diagram, and open the cover as shown.

  • Page 28: Removing The Battery Pack

    Approx. 480 Approx. 400 The above figures were obtained under Canon test conditions (fully charged battery, EF 50mm F1.4 USM lens, Review function [On], Review Time [2 sec.], Quality [Large Playback on the LCD monitor is available for approximately 140 minutes at normal temperature (continuous auto playback).

  • Page 29: Using A Household Power Supply

    Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack Using a Household Power Supply You can operate the EOS D30 from a household power outlet by using the DC coupler. This enables you to use the camera as long as you like without a battery. Connect the DC coupler.

  • Page 30: Mounting And Detaching A Lens

    Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows in the diagram. Attach the lens. Align the red dots on the lens and camera Lens mount index and turn the lens as shown by the arrow in the diagram until it clicks in place.

  • Page 31: Inserting A Cf Card

    Inserting a CF Card The EOS D30 stores pictures on a CompactFlash (CF) card. The camera can use either Type 1 or Type 2 CF cards. Open the cover. Slide the cover in the direction shown by the arrow, and open it as shown in the diagram.

  • Page 32: File Numbering System

    File Numbering System The pictures you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900 and stored in folders of 100 images each. Each folder on the CF card is numbered from 100 to 998. Automatic file numbering can be either by continuous numbering or auto reset numbering (the default setting is continuous numbering): 3 images are recorded on the CF card (1) Continuous: Numbering...

  • Page 33: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Main Switch The camera operates only after the Main Switch is set to ON . ON : Set to this position when the camera is in use. OFF : The camera does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera. To save battery power, the camera automatically turns off if you do not operate it for approximately one minute (Auto power off function).

  • Page 34: Using The Electronic Dials

    Basic Operation Using the Electronic Dials Basic Operations with the Dial dial is used to make settings only when taking pictures. It can be used in two ways. (1) Press a button and turn the dial. When you press a button, its function remains active while a timer ( ) runs.

  • Page 35: About The Lcd Monitor

    Basic Operation Basic Operations with the dial. You can only use the dial when the Quick Control Dial switch is set to ON . Use the dial to select and set shooting mode operations and menu functions from the LCD monitor. When using the dial to carry out basic operations, you can use it in two ways.

  • Page 36: Menu Functions And Settings

    Basic Operation Menu Functions and Settings The Canon EOS D30 uses menu functions to set functions such as the quality, the date and time, and Custom Function settings. To use the menu functions, look at the LCD monitor and use the MENU button, dial and button as shown below.

  • Page 37: Menu Selections And Default Settings

    Basic Operation Menu Selections and Default Settings On the Menu screen, items and settings are shown in different colors according to the functions they control. Selected items are enclosed in a frame. Menu item Setting indicated by color Color Setting type Description Recording Menu items related to...

  • Page 38: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Set the date and time as shown. The date and time are recorded with the image data for each photographed image. From the Menu, select [Date/Time]. Press the MENU button. Turn the dial to select [Date/Time]. Press the button.
  • Page 39 Setting the Date and Time Press the button. The date and time are set, and the display returns to the menu. Press the MENU button to clear the screen and exit the menu. Each photographed image is recorded with the date and time it was taken. If the date and time are not set, they cannot be recorded correctly.

  • Page 40: Dioptric Adjustment In The Viewfinder

    Dioptric Adjustment in the Viewfinder Use the dioptric adjustment in the viewfinder to best suit your vision. This adjustment can enable eyeglass wearers to see through the viewfinder clearly, even without their eyeglasses. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range is –3 to +1 dpt. Turn the Dioptric Adjustment Knob Turn the knob right or left until the focusing point or the center spot metering circle appears...

  • Page 41: Simple Picture Taking

    Simple Picture Taking This chapter describes how to use the Mode Dial’s Easy Shooting zone simple picture taking. In this zone, anyone can take pictures easily by simply pressing the shutter button. In addition, to help prevent mistakes caused by operating Easy Shooting zone the camera improperly, the dial, and the...

  • Page 42: Fully Automatic Picture Taking

    You can easily and confidently take pictures of any subject, with no need to do anything but press the shutter button. The Canon EOS D30 can capture subjects at any of three focusing points, so that anybody can take great pictures easily.

  • Page 43: Automatic Built-In Flash

    Fully Automatic Picture Taking If the CF card becomes full, the CF Full message “ ” appears on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder, and the camera will not take any more pictures. Replace the CF card with another CF card that has capacity available. When the in-focus indicator is blinking, the camera will not take pictures.

  • Page 44: Check The Image Immediately

    Check the Image Immediately You can view the images you take immediately, on the LCD monitor on the back of the camera. Take the picture. After the picture is taken, the image as it was shot appears on the LCD monitor. The image is shown for approximately 2 seconds.

  • Page 45: Checking The Image After It Is Taken

    Check the Image Immediately Checking the Image After it is Taken You can set the camera to display each image on the LCD monitor as soon as it is taken. You can do this two ways: Select [On] to display the image by itself, or select [On (Info)]( 104) to display the image with its recording information.

  • Page 46: Time Images Are Displayed For Checking

    Check the Image Immediately Time Images Are Displayed for Checking You can control how long images are displayed by setting the review time to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] which keeps the image on the monitor screen. The default setting is [2 sec.]. From the Menu, select [Review time].

  • Page 47: Erasing A Recorded Image (Single Image Erase)

    Erasing a Recorded Image (Single Image Erase) Set the camera to Play mode. Press the button to enter Play mode. The most recent image appears. Select the image you want to erase. Turn the dial to select the image you want to erase.

  • Page 48: Portrait Mode

    Portrait Mode This mode blurs the background to make the subject stand out. Set the Mode Dial to The way you take pictures is the same as in (Full Auto) mode. ( 42) The AF mode is automatically set to ONE SHOT , the drive mode to , and the metering mode to...

  • Page 49: Landscape Mode

    Landscape Mode This mode is for sweeping scenery, sunsets, etc. Set the Mode Dial to The way you take pictures is the same as in (Full Auto) mode. ( 42) The AF mode is automatically set to ONE SHOT , the drive mode to (Single shot), and the metering mode to The Quality setting is automatically set to...

  • Page 50: Close-Up Mode

    Close-Up Mode This mode is for taking close-up shots of flowers, insects, or other small subjects. Set the Mode Dial to The way you take pictures is the same as in (Full Auto) mode. ( 42) The AF mode is automatically set to (ONE SHOT), the drive mode to (Single shot), and the metering mode to...

  • Page 51: Sports Mode

    Sports Mode This mode is used for sports photography and capturing fast-moving subjects. Set the Mode Dial to The way you take pictures is the same as in (Full Auto) mode. ( 42) The AF mode is automatically set to (AI Servo), the drive mode to , and the metering mode The Quality setting is automatically set to...

  • Page 52: Night Scene Mode

    Night Scene Mode This mode is for taking pictures of people at sunset or at night. It uses flash to illuminate the subject and a slow shutter speed to expose the background, resulting in a natural-looking exposure. Set the Mode Dial to The way you take pictures is the same as in (Full Auto) mode.

  • Page 53: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Creative zone The Creative zone features shooting modes that let you select the shutter speed or aperture value and change the exposure yourself, providing you with more flexibility to set up the camera for a variety of shooting styles. This chapter describes how to make effective use of each of these functions.

  • Page 54: Quality Selection

    – 3.4 Mbyte Approx. 3 shots Based on Canon testing standards (ISO 100 setting). Recording capacity is the number of shots that can be stored on the CF card/FC-16M provided with the EOS D30 camera. The number of images that can be recorded depends on the subject and modes used.

  • Page 55: About Iso Speed

    Conversely, lower speeds are less suited to moving subjects or dim conditions, but produce sharper, more detailed images. The Canon EOS D30 provides ISO-equivalent speed settings from ISO 100 to ISO 1600, in one-step increments. Select [ISO Speed].

  • Page 56: Selecting Parameters

    Selecting Parameters In addition to the standard parameters automatically applied by the camera for processing images recorded, you can register up to three sets of your own parameters. Parameter settings are made using a computer and the software supplied with your EOS D30 camera, and stored in the camera by connecting the computer and camera with the proper interface cable provided with the camera.

  • Page 57: Parameters

    Selecting Parameters Parameters The camera can store up to three sets of parameters, each a combination of settings for Contrast, Sharpness, and Color Saturation. For details, see the Software Starter Guide. Up to 3 sets of parameters can be stored. Set the contrast in three levels.

  • Page 58: Af Mode Selection

    AF Mode Selection The AF mode setting controls how the autofocus functions operate. The camera has two AF modes: One-shot AF for still subjects, and AI Servo AF for moving subjects. AF mode selection is available in all Creative zone settings except for Set the lens focus mode switch to AF .

  • Page 59: One-Shot Af For Still Subjects

    AF Mode Selection One-Shot AF for Still Subjects In-focus indicator Focusing point indicator Press the shutter button down halfway to activate AF operation and focus once. When the camera has focused, the focusing point indicator and the in-focus indicator in the viewfinder light at the same time.

  • Page 60: Ai Servo Af For Moving Subjects

    AF Mode Selection AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects Press and hold the shutter button down halfway, and the camera focuses continuously. This mode is suited for moving subjects when focusing distance keeps changing. With its predictive AF function, the camera can also track a subject that is steadily approaching or retreating from the camera.

  • Page 61: Focusing Point Selection

    Focusing Point Selection The focusing point is the frame in which the subject is focused. The focusing point can be selected automatically or manually. In the Easy Shooting zone and in mode, the selection is automatic, but in , and modes you can switch between automatic and manual focusing point selection.

  • Page 62: Focusing On An Off-Center Subject

    Focusing On an Off-Center Subject To focus on a subject not covered by one of the three focusing points, follow the procedure below. This technique is called Focus Lock. Focus lock is valid when the AF mode is set to One-shot AF. Select a focusing point.

  • Page 63: Problem Subjects For Autofocusing

    Problem Subjects for Autofocusing The EOS D30 has a precision AF system that can focus on most subjects. However, it may not be able to focus on subjects (in-focus indicator blinks) in particular conditions such as the following: Difficult-to-Focus Subjects Very low-contrast subjects, such as a blue sky or single-color wall Subjects in very dark locations Extremely backlit or reflective subjects, such as a shiny new car...

  • Page 64: Info. Checking Camera Settings

    Checking Camera Settings INFO. When the camera is ready to shoot, press the INFO. button to view the current camera settings on the LCD monitor. Camera Setting Information The following information is shown on the LCD monitor: Auto power off time ( 33, 121) Review ( 45), Review time ( 46) Parameters ( 56) (not displayed...

  • Page 65: Selecting A Metering Mode

    Selecting a Metering Mode Press the button. Select a metering mode. Look at the LCD panel as you turn the dial. :Evaluative :Partial :Center-weighted averaging Press the shutter button down halfway to return to ready-to-shoot mode. Turn the dial to set the flash exposure compensation for the built-in/optional flash ( 95).

  • Page 66: Metering Modes

    Metering Modes The EOS D30 uses three methods for metering: evaluative, partial, and center-weighted averaging. The Easy Shooting zone uses evaluative metering. In the Creative zone, any of the three modes can be selected. : Evaluative Metering This is an all-around metering mode suited even for backlit subjects.

  • Page 67: Selecting A Drive Mode

    Large/Normal Small/Fine Small/Normal Based on Canon testing standards (shutter speed of 1/250 second or faster, at ISO 100). The number of frames that can be recorded depends on the subject and modes used. Press the DRIVE button. Select the drive mode.

  • Page 68: Setting The White Balance

    Selecting a Drive Mode Images taken with continuous shooting are first stored in the camera’s internal memory, then on the CF card. When the internal memory is full, the “ ” message appears on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder, and no more images can be taken.

  • Page 69: White Balance Settings

    White Balance Settings In light from any source, the proportion of the primary colors (red, green, blue) in the light varies according to the color temperature. Higher color temperatures contain a greater proportion of blue, and lower color temperatures contain a greater proportion of red. Moving from low to high, the progression is red orange yellow...

  • Page 70: Custom White Balance Setting

    Custom White Balance Setting Custom white balance lets you set the white balance yourself by photographing a white subject to use as the basis for the camera’s white balance, and then selecting that picture for use as white balance data. Photograph a white subject.
  • Page 71 Custom White Balance Setting Select the white balance. Turn the dial to select [ The custom white balance is entered. For best results, use subjects such as plain white paper for white balance basis. White balance data is loaded from the partial metering zone ( 19). You can store white subjects photographed under various conditions on the CF card, then select these images as needed for the [Custom WB] function as an easy way of setting the ideal white balance for any lighting conditions.

  • Page 72: Program Ae

    Program AE Like (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose picture-taking mode. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to suit the scene’s brightness. This is called Program AE. stands for Program AE stands for Auto Exposure Set the Mode Dial to Focus on the subject.

  • Page 73: Shifting The Program

    Program AE Differences Between Program AE Mode and Full Auto Mode (Program AE) and (Full Auto) mode are alike in that both automatically determine the shutter speed and aperture values. The following functions can be used in mode but not in mode.

  • Page 74: Shutter Speed-Priority Ae

    Shutter Speed-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed, and the camera automatically sets the aperture value to suit the brightness of the subject. This is called Shutter Speed-Priority AE. 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 75 Shutter Speed Priority AE At shutter speeds slower than one second, the release time lag (between the time the shutter button is pressed completely and the start of the exposure) is approximately 1 second. The release time will be a little longer when the drive mode is continuous shooting, even if the shutter speed is faster than one second.

  • Page 76: Aperture-Priority Ae

    Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the aperture value, and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed to suit the brightness of the scene. This is called Aperture-Priority AE. By setting a smaller aperture value (larger aperture), you can blur the background to make the subject stand out as in a portrait.

  • Page 77: Checking The Depth Of Field

    Aperture-Priority AE If the 30” shutter speed blinks, the scene is too dark. Turn the dial to reduce the aperture value (larger aperture). If the 4000 shutter speed blinks, the scene is too bright. Turn the dial to increase the aperture value (smaller aperture).

  • Page 78: Manual Exposure

    Manual Exposure In this mode you set the shutter speed and aperture value yourself. The camera makes no settings automatically. You can determine the correct combination of shutter speed and aperture value by checking the exposure level displayed in the camera. stands for manual.
  • Page 79 Manual Exposure Determine the exposure. Set the shutter speed or aperture value manually. Standard exposure : This is the standard reference point for a correct exposure. Underexposure : Decrease the shutter speed or reduce the aperture value. Overexposure : Increase the shutter speed or increase the aperture value.

  • Page 80: Automatic Depth-Of-Field Ae

    Automatic Depth-of-Field AE When taking pictures of large groups or landscapes, the EOS D30 can automatically achieve a sharp focus over a wide depth of field. All the subjects covered by the focusing points, from those close to the camera to those far away from the camera, can be taken clearly. mode, the shutter speed and aperture value cannot be changed freely.

  • Page 81: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Setting Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting to make the picture brighter (overexposure) or darker (underexposure). Exposure compensation can be set up to ±2 stops, in 1/2-stop increments. Set the Quick Control Dial switch to ON .

  • Page 82: Autoexposure Bracketing

    Autoexposure Bracketing When using autoexposure bracketing, the camera automatically changes the exposure level within the set range (up to ±2 stops in 1/2-stop increments) for three successive frames. This is called AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing). The three bracketed shots are exposed in the selected drive mode ( 67) in the following order: correct exposure, underexposure, and overexposure.
  • Page 83 Autoexposure Bracketing Neither flash nor bulb exposures can be used in AEB mode. If you set mirror lockup with C.Fn-3-1 and then use AEB, single-frame shooting takes effect even if the drive mode is set to continuous shooting. To indicate that AEB is in progress, the AEB icon on the LCD panel and the indicator in the viewfinder blink until all three bracketed shots have been taken.

  • Page 84: Ae Lock

    AE Lock AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a place other than the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects. The effects of the AE lock depend on the focusing point and metering method selected.

  • Page 85: Self-Timer Operation

    Self-timer Operation The self-timer is convenient for group photographs. You can use it in any Easy Shooting mode or Creative mode. We recommend using a tripod when you use the self-timer. Select the self-timer. Press the DRIVE button ( ), and turn dial to select Focus on the subject.

  • Page 86: Using The Eyepiece Cover

    Self-timer Operation Using the Eyepiece Cover If you take a picture using the self-timer or remote switch (sold separately) without looking through the viewfinder, stray light can enter the eyepiece and affect the exposure. To prevent this, attach the eyepiece cover to the viewfinder eyepiece before taking the picture. Remove the eyecup.

  • Page 87: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures In a bulb exposure, the shutter remains open as long as you hold the shutter button down, and closes when you release it. Bulb exposures are useful for the long exposures required for night scenes, fireworks, etc. Set the Mode Dial to Set the shutter speed to [ Look at the LCD panel and turn the dial to select [...

  • Page 88: Mirror Lockup

    Mirror Lockup Mirror lock is enabled with C.Fn-3-1 ( 124). This function raises the mirror and exposes the picture, in separate operations. It is useful for close-up shots or when using a super telephoto lens, where the mirror shock could affect the picture. When using mirror lockup, we recommend you use the Remote Switch RS-80N3 (sold separately).

  • Page 89: Flash Photography

    Flash Photography The EOS D30 can take easy, natural-looking flash pictures with correct subject illumination using E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering in memory) and either the camera’s built-in flash or any EOS-dedicated EX- series Speedlite. The procedure is as easy as a normal AE shot. This chapter describes how to take flash pictures with the built-in flash, with the EOS-dedicated 550EX Speedlite, or other types of external flash.

  • Page 90: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash lets you take the following kinds of flash pictures with the ease of a normal AE shot. E-TTL autoflash E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering in memory) supplies the correct level of flash for the subject in the focusing point selected by AF.

  • Page 91: Built-In Flash Range

    Using the Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Range (using EF24-85mm F3.5-4.5 USM lens) ISO Speed Wide-angle: 24 mm Telephoto: 85 mm Approx. 1-3.4 m (3.3-11.2 ft) Approx. 1-2.6 m (3.3-8.5 ft) Approx. 1-4.8 m (3.3-15.7 ft) Approx. 1-3.7 m (3.3-12.1 ft) Approx.
  • Page 92 Using the Built-in Flash When using an EX-series Speedlite ( 96), press the built-in flash back into the camera before mounting the external flash. When using the built-in flash, keep at least 1 m/3.3 ft away from the subject. Otherwise the lens barrel may partially obstruct the flash and cause part of the photo to look dark.

  • Page 93: Red-Eye Reduction

    Using the Built-in Flash Red-eye Reduction When you use flash in low-light conditions, it can reflect off your subject’s pupils and make their eyes look red in the photograph. This effect is called “red-eye,” and is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the retina of the eye.

  • Page 94: Fe Lock

    Using the Built-in Flash FE Lock FE (flash exposure) Lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject. FE Lock is a function in the Creative zone. Make sure the icon in the viewfinder is on. In the Creative zone, press the button to pop up the built-in flash.

  • Page 95: Flash Exposure Compensation

    Using the Built-in Flash Flash Exposure Compensation The EOS D30 camera can adjust the level of the built-in flash or any EX-series Speedlite. The compensation amount can be up to ±2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. You cannot use flash exposure compensation in the Easy Shooting zone. Press the button.

  • Page 96: Flash Photography With The Eos-Dedicated 550Ex Speedlite

    Flash Photography with the EOS-Dedicated 550EX Speedlite The Canon 550EX Speedlite allows you to take high-quality flash pictures easily, in the same way as you would with a built-in flash. E-TTL Autoflash E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering in memory) supplies the correct level of flash for the subject in the focusing point selected by AF.

  • Page 97: Full Auto Flash

    Flash Photography with the EOS-Dedicated 550EX Speedlite Full Auto Flash This section describes how to use Full Auto E-TTL flash with (Program AE) mode. For instructions for operating the 500EX Speedlite, see the 550EX User’s Guide. Set the Mode Dial to Make sure the 550EX Speedlite’s MODE SELEC...

  • Page 98: High-Speed Sync (Fp Flash)

    Flash Photography with the EOS-Dedicated 550EX Speedlite High-Speed Sync (FP Flash) When the 550EX Speedlite is set to high-speed sync mode, it can automatically synchronize at any shutter speed of 1/200 second or faster, thus providing high-speed sync (FP) flash operation. When high-speed sync is On, the icon appears in the viewfinder.

  • Page 99: Fe Lock

    Flash Photography with the EOS-Dedicated 550EX Speedlite FE Lock Taking FE Lock pictures with the 550EX Speedlite is the same as described in “FE Lock” ( 94) for the built-in flash. In step 1, be sure the 550EX Speedlite pilot lamp is on. The flash mode may be either normal flash or high-speed sync.

  • Page 100: Using Non-Canon Flash Units

    Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The EOS D30 can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at shutter speeds of 1/200 second or slower. With larger studio flash units, the flash speed is 1/60 second or slower. Be sure to test the flash you are using beforehand, to make sure it synchronizes properly with the camera.

  • Page 101: Playing And Erasing Recorded Images

    Playing and Erasing Recorded Images This section explains how to view the images you have recorded with the EOS D30, how to erase images, and how to make settings for Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) digital printers or photo lab printing services. This section also describes how to connect the EOS D30 to a television and how to set the date and time.

  • Page 102: Viewing Recorded Images

    Viewing Recorded Images The EOS D30 can display recorded images on its LCD monitor. You can view these images in single-image format, index format, or enlarged format. Press the button to switch formats. Viewing a Single Image Check the image. Press the button.

  • Page 103: Viewing Enlarged Images

    Viewing Recorded Images Viewing Enlarged Images Recorded images can be enlarged approximately 3 . Select the image you want to enlarge from a single-image or index display. ( 102) Enlarge the image. Press the button twice from a single- image display, or once from an index display. The selected image is enlarged approximately 3 .

  • Page 104: Info

    Viewing Recorded Images Turning the Information Display On and Off INFO. When an image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can press the INFO. button to view information about that image. Image information is available only for single-image displays. Image Information Displayed During PLAY The following information is displayed: File number ( 32)

  • Page 105: Automated Playback Of Recorded Images (Auto Playback)

    Viewing Recorded Images Automated Playback of Recorded Images (Auto playback) This function automatically and continuously displays all images recorded on the CF card. Each image is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. From the menu, select [Auto playback]. Press the MENU button. Turn the dial to select [Auto playback].

  • Page 106: Rotating An Image

    Viewing Recorded Images Rotating an Image The Rotate function can rotate a picture 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. This allows you to play images with the correct orientation. From the menu, select [Rotate]. Press the MENU button. Turn the dial to select [Rotate]. Go to Rotate mode.

  • Page 107: Protecting An Image

    Protecting an Image This function lets you protect an image file to keep it from being accidentally deleted from the CF card. You can press the button to switch between single-image and index display in order to protect individual pictures. From the menu, select [Protect].

  • Page 108: Erasing Images (All Image Erase)

    Erasing Images (All Image Erase) You can erase images one image at a time, or you can erase all images on the CF card at once. This section describes how to erase all the images recorded on a CF card in one operation. To erase images one at a time, see “Erasing a Recorded Image (Single Image Erase)”.

  • Page 109: Formatting The Cf Card

    Formatting the CF Card The CF card must be formatted before it is used in the EOS D30 camera. Also, if you see the message “ ” (CF card error) on the LCD panel when you load a CF card, the CF card may need to be formatted before it can be used.

  • Page 110: Print Order

    You can mark the images on a CF card for printing, as well as specify the number of prints, print type, and the image data (date and file no.). The print specifications for the Canon EOS D30 camera conform to the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard.

  • Page 111: Selecting Images For Printing

    Print Order Selecting Images for Printing There are two ways to select images for printing. You can select images one at a time, or select all images. Selecting a Single Image From the menu, select [Print Order]. Press the MENU button. Turn the dial to select [Print Order].

  • Page 112: Selecting All Images

    Print Order Select the print quantity. Number of prints of the selected image If the Print Type ( 113) is [Index], you do not need to specify the print quantity. Turn the dial to select the quantity, then press the button.

  • Page 113: Print Type

    Print Order Print Type You can specify the following print types. Standard: Prints one image to each page. Index: Prints an index of the images in reduced size, on one page. Both: Prints the individual images and an index sheet. Follow steps 1 and 2 of the Selecting a Single Image procedure , to...

  • Page 114: Specifying Date Printing

    Print Order Specifying Date Printing You can specify printing of the date and time on each image. Follow steps 1 and 2 of the Selecting a Single Image procedure , to ( 111) display the Print Order screen. Turn the dial to select [Set up], then press the button.

  • Page 115: Specifying File Number Printing

    Print Order Specifying File Number Printing You can specify printing of file number information on each image. Follow steps 1 and 2 of the Selecting a Single Image procedure , to ( 111) display the Print Order screen. Turn the dial to select [Set up], then press the button.

  • Page 116: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV You can connect the EOS D30 to a television (using the video cable provided with your camera) to display your recorded images. Always turn off the camera and the television before connecting or disconnecting them. Open the cover. Connect the cable.

  • Page 117: Cleaning The Cmos Imaging Element

    Because the imaging element is very sensitive, we strongly recommend that you have the cleaning done by Canon service representatives. When cleaning the imaging element, always connect the EOS D30 camera to a household power outlet using the DC coupler.
  • Page 118 Cleaning the CMOS Imaging Element Select [1: Enable]. Turn the dial to select [1: Enable], then press the button. The message “ ” appears on the LCD panel. If “ ” is blinking on the LCD panel, set the Main Switch to OFF and remove the battery pack.

  • Page 119: Menu Function Settings

    Menu Function Settings You can make a variety of settings from the EOS D30’s menu. The menu includes special settings called Custom Functions that are related to camera operation. This booklet indicates these settings with the mark, and provides basic descriptions. This chapter lists the EOS D30’s menu functions and describes the use of the Custom Function settings.

  • Page 120: List Of Menu Functions

    List of Menu Functions Item Screen Description See page Quality Sets the size in pixels of the picture as recorded on the CF card, as well as the compression ratio. Select Large , Large , Small , Small , or RAW.
  • Page 121 List of Menu Functions Item Screen Description See page Parameters Allows the user to set up to three sets of parameters with the included software for processing recorded images, in addition to the standard parameters automatically stored in the camera. Protect Allows the user to protect image files against accidental erasure.
  • Page 122 List of Menu Functions Item Screen Description See page Review Determines whether images appear on the LCD monitor after they are taken. Select On, On (Info), or Off. The display time is set by the Review time setting (below). Review time When the Review function has been set to On or On (Info), this determines the time that images...
  • Page 123 List of Menu Functions Item Screen Description See page Video system Determines the video system format. Select NTSC or PAL. Format CF card Formats the CF card in the camera. Custom Sets custom functions that can functions adjust many of the camera functions to meet individual requirements.

  • Page 124: Custom Function Settings

    List of Menu Functions Custom Function Settings You can adjust many of the Canon EOS D30’s functions to meet your particular requirements using the Custom Function settings. To change Custom Functions, select [C.Fn] from the menu. Func. No. Item Screen Select no.
  • Page 125 List of Menu Functions Effects, remarks See Page Effective for reducing noise occurring in time exposure or bulb shots longer than one second. However, this requires processing time after the shot approximately equivalent to the exposure time. During processing, the message “ ”...
  • Page 126 List of Menu Functions Func. No. Item Screen Select no. Setting or change Shutter Automatic setting speed in Fixed at 1/200 second Av mode with flash – +/Enabled sequence /auto – +/Disabled cancellaton when Main Switch is – +/Enabled – +/Disabled 1st-curtain sync.
  • Page 127 List of Menu Functions Effects, remarks See Page Effective for using flash at night or in dark locations. Effective when you continue to take AEB shots with the first frame set at the correct exposure. Lets you take AEB shots from the lowest exposure first. Effective when you continue to take AEB shots from the lowest exposure first.
  • Page 128 List of Menu Functions Func. No. Item Screen Select no. Setting or change Menu Always show first menu item. button return Show the most recently set position menu item. (Set the Main Switch to Off to cancel, or On to show the first menu item.) Show the most recently set menu item.
  • Page 129 List of Menu Functions Effects, remarks See Page Enables prompt menu selection for items that are frequently changed. Enables prompt menu selection for items that are frequently changed. Convenient when you want to retain function settings, regardless of whether the power is On or Off.

  • Page 130: Reference

    REFERENCE Basic Terminology for Digital Cameras and Digital Photography Auto Exposure is a function that calculates the exposure automatically. The camera has a built- in exposure meter that automatically determines the correct exposure (the combination of shutter speed and aperture value). Auto Focus is a function that focuses the camera automatically.
  • Page 131 Digital Print Order Format is a standard format for ordering prints of digital camera images from photo lab printing services, as well as printing from household printers. The Canon EOS D30 is DPOF-compatible. You can specify printing from the camera itself and store the order information on the CF card.

  • Page 132: Iso Speed

    REFERENCE Format Formatting a CF card is the process of preparing the CF card to store image data. Be careful when formatting a CF card, because the formatting process erases all data stored on the card. ISO Speed An index number representing the photosensitivity of silver-halide photo film. This sensitivity standard is determined by the International Standards Organization (ISO), and is normally written as “ISO 100”, etc.

  • Page 133: Function Availability Table

    REFERENCE Function Availability Table : Automatic setting : Selection possible Focusing point Drive Metering mode selection Mode Dial Center- ONE SHOT AI SERVO AI FOCUS Auto Manual Single Continuous Evaluative Partial weighted averaging Built-in flash White balance Image size Compression Mode Dial Red-eye Auto...

  • Page 134: Exposure Warnings

    REFERENCE Exposure Warnings Mode Blinking warning Description Remarks Subject is too dark. Use flash. Subject is too bright. Use a neutral density filter. Picture will be underexposed. Turn the dial to a slower shutter speed. Picture will be overexposed. Turn the dial to a faster shutter speed.

  • Page 135: Program Line

    REFERENCE Program Line The following program line applies when the camera is in Program AE mode. Lens EF50mm F1.4 USM EF24–85mm F3.5–4.5 USM WIDE24mm EF24–85mm F3.5–4.5 USM TELE85mm –1 –2 –3 –4 –5 60 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 Shutter speed Program Line Description The lower horizontal axis represents the shutter speed, and the right-hand vertical axis...

  • Page 136: Shutter Speed And Aperture Value Readouts

    REFERENCE Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Readouts Shutter speed readout The shutter speed is normally displayed in 1/2-stop increments. Numbers from 4000 to 4 denote the denominator of the shutter speed fraction: for example, 125 is 1/125 seconds. In addition, 0"3 is 0.3 seconds, and 15" is 15 seconds. Aperture value readout The aperture value is normally displayed in 1/2-stop increments.

  • Page 137: Error Codes

    Main Switch to OFF and then set it to ON again. If an error code is displayed frequently, this indicates that a malfunction has occurred. Make a note of the error code and contact your nearest Canon Service Center (see back cover).

  • Page 138: Troubleshooting

    Unable to charge An incorrect battery pack is being used. battery pack. Use a Canon BP-511 battery pack. ( 4) Battery pack is not correctly attached to the compact power adapter. Attach the battery pack correctly. ( 25) The DC coupler is connected to the compact power adapter.
  • Page 139 Clean the monitor with a soft eyeglass cloth. are hard to see LCD monitor is worn out. Consult the store where you bought your camera, or a Canon Service Center. ( 12, back cover) Images are blurred Lens focusing mode switch set to MF (or M ).

  • Page 140: Major Accessories (Sold Separately)

    REFERENCE Major Accessories (Sold Separately) Battery Pack BP-511 This is a powerful lithium ion secondary battery pack. The rated voltage is 7.4V. You can use the Compact Power Adapter CA-PS400 to charge the BP-511 battery pack, and when fully charged it has enough power for you to take approximately 540 pictures (Normal, with 50% flash use).
  • Page 141 REFERENCE Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 The remote controller attaches with an 80-cm cord and includes built-in (1) self timer, (2) interval timer, (3) long- exposure timer, and (4) shutter release count-setting function. You can set the time from 1 second to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds, in 1-second increments.

  • Page 142: System Map

    REFERENCE System Map Eyecup Eb 220EX 380EX 550EX Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX Rubber Frame Eb E-series Dioptric Items included Adjustment Lenses with the Camera CF Card Eyepiece Extender FC-16M EP-EX15 Strap Angle Finder C Eyepiece Cover Lithium Backup Battery CR2025 type DC Coupler DR-400 Compact Power...
  • Page 143 REFERENCE CF Cards CF Card Reader • Canon Digital Camera PC Card Adapter Solution Disk • Adobe Photoshop LE Disk PC Card Slot Printer or Modem Port DIN-8 Pin Connector Macintosh USB Port Computer Interface Cable IFC-200 PCU PC Card Slot...

  • Page 144: Major Specifications

    (vertical travel), 36-bit full color (RGB each 12-bit), single-shot CMOS direct imaging sensor Picture size......22.7 15.1 mm (0.89 0.59 in) Compatible lenses ....Canon EF lens group Lens mount ......Canon EF mount Lens focal length ....Approx. 1.6 indicated lens focal length Imaging element Type ........High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor.

  • Page 145: Message List

    REFERENCE Focusing modes ....q One-shot AF: AF locks when focus is achieved. Shutter can be released only when focus is achieved. w AI servo AF: Tracks subject movement until the actual start of metering; includes predictive function; shutter can be released anytime regardless of focus (predictive drive has priority in continuous shooting), indicator blinks at 8 Hz if focus fails.

  • Page 146: System Map

    REFERENCE Exposure compensation ..q AEB: ±2 stops in 1/2- or 1/3-stop increments, Correct exposure, underexposure, overexposure w Manual compensation: ±2 stops in 1/2- or 1/3-stop increments AE Lock.......q Auto AE lock, w Press AE Lock button: Center partial metering and AE lock Shutter Type ........Vertical-travel focal-plane shutter with all speeds controlled electronically...
  • Page 147 Operating humidity range...Less than 85% Dimensions (W D) ..38.4 55.3 mm (1.51 0.83 2.18 in) Weight .........110 g (3.9 oz) All data is based on Canon standard testing conditions. All product specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 148: Index

    Index 4-second timer function ........22 6-second timer function ........22 16-second timer function ......22 Canon Service Centers....Back cover CF (CompactFlash) card ..3, 4, 13, 31, 130, 141 Formatting ........109, 131 Inserting ............31 Accessories ..........4, 140 Removing ..........31 AE..............130 Charge lamp ...........21, 25 AEB (Autoexposure bracketing) ....82...
  • Page 149 Household power supply ......29 Modeling flash..........99 Image information .........45, 104 Night Scene Mode ........52 Image zone ...........20 Non-Canon flash unit use ......100 Imaging element ........3, 117 Number of available shots ......28 Index printing ..........113 In-focus indicator ..........19 Interface cable ..........5 ISO speed........55, 120, 130...

  • Page 150: System Map

    Index Sync shutter speed.......91, 100 System Map ..........146 Parameter selection ........56 Partial metering ..........66 PC Card Adapter ........141 Television connection........116 PC terminal..........100 Test shots ............3 Portrait Mode..........48 Portrait position ........40, 106 Timer Remote Controller ......141 Trademarks .............3 Print order selection ........110 Date printing ...........114 File number printing........115 Print type ..........113...
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