Dioptric Adjustment; Holding The Camera - Canon EOS 1D MkII Instruction Manual

Dioptric Adjustment

If the camera's dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a clear viewfinder
image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types) is recommended. (p.169)

Holding the Camera

To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera
shake.
¡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.
¡Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.
¡To maintain a stable stance, place one foot in front of the other
instead of lining up both feet.
Remove the eyecup.
1
¡While grasping both sides of the
eyecup, slide it upward to remove.
Turn the dioptric adjustment
2
knob.
¡Turn the knob to the right or left until the
AF point or the center spot metering
circle looks sharp in the viewfinder.
Reattach the eyecup.
3
Horizontal shooting
Vertical shooting
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