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EOS 70D (W)
EOS 70D (N)
The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function explained in this manual.
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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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Introduction

The EOS 70D (W/N) is a high-performance, digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, DIGIC 5+, high-precision and high-speed 19-point AF (all cross-type focusing), approx. 7.0 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full High-Definition (Full HD) movie shooting, and Wi-Fi function*. The camera is highly responsive to any shooting situation at any time, provides many features for demanding shots, and expands shooting possibilities with various system accessories.
* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function.
Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with the Camera
With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they come out. You can then better understand the camera. To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety Warnings” (p.445-447) and “Handling Precautions” (p.18, 19).
Testing the Camera Before Use and Liability
After shooting, play images back and check whether they have been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Copyrights
Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded images or copyrighted music and images with music in the memory card for anything other than private enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions, etc., may prohibit photography even for private enjoyment.
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Compatible Cards

The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:
• SD memory cards
• SDHC memory cards*
• SDXC memory cards*
* UHS-I cards supported.
Cards that Can Record Movies
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/ writing speed as shown in the table.
Compression Method (p.265) Card
IPB 6 MB/sec. or faster
ALL-I (I-only) 20 MB/sec. or faster
If you use a slow-writing card when shooting movies, the movie may
not be recorded properly. Also, if you play back a movie on a card with a slow reading speed, the movie may not play back properly.
If you want to shoot still photos while shooting a movie, you will need
an even faster card.
To check the card’s reading/writing speed, refer to the card
manufacturer’s Web site.
In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards. * The camera does not come with a card for recording images/
movies. Please purchase it separately.
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Item Check List

Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
Battery Pack
Camera
(with body cap)
Wide Strap
EW-EOS70D
* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a
power cord.)
The Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs provided are listed on the next page. If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lenses are included. Depending on the Lens Kit type, a lens instruction manual may also be
included.
Be careful not to lose any of the above items.
LP-E6
(with protective cover)
Interface Cable
Battery Charger
LC-E6/LC-E6E*
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Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs

The instruction manual consists of booklets and electronic manuals (PDF files on the CD-ROM). Basic operations are explained in the
booklets. For detailed instructions on all functions and operations, see the detailed version manuals on the CD-ROM.
Camera Basic
Instruction Manual
Quick Reference Guide
* Not provided with the EOS 70D (N).
Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains the following manuals in PDF:
• Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Quick Reference Guide Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM are on page 452.
Software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk)
Contains various software. For outlines and installation procedure of the software, see pages 456-458.
Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains software manuals in PDF . Instructions for viewing the Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM are on page
459.
Wi-Fi Function
Instruction Manual*
(Basic)
Wi-Fi Cautions*
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Quick Start Guide

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Insert the battery (p.30).
To charge the battery, see page 28.
Insert a card (p.31).
With the card’s label facing
toward the back of the camera, insert it into the card slot.
White index Red index
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5
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Attach the lens (p.40).
Align the lens’ white or red mount
index with the camera’s mount index of the same color.
Set the lens focus mode switch to <f> (p.40).
Set the power switch to <1>, then set the Mode Dial to <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto)
Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the lock release button at the center.
All the necessary camera settings
will be set automatically.
(p.72).
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Quick Start Guide
Flip out the LCD monitor (p.34).
When the LCD monitor displays the
date/time/zone setting screens, see page 37.
Focus the subject (p.45).
Look through the viewfinder and
aim the viewfinder center over the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
The camera will focus the subject.
If necessary, the built-in flash will be
raised.
Take the picture (p.45).
Press the shutter button completely
to take the picture.
Review the picture (p.60).
The captured image will be
displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.
To display the image again, press
the <x> button (p.290).
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View
Shooting” (p.215).
To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.290). To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.322).
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Conventions Used in this Manual

Icons in this Manual
<6> : Indicates the Main Dial. <5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial. <9> <V> <U> : Indicates the Multi-controller and the push
<0> : Indicates the Setting button. 0, 9, 7, 8 : Indicates that the corresponding function
* In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials,
and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the LCD monitor.
3 : Indicates a function that can be changed by pressing the
M : When shown on the upper right of a page, it indicates that
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.
Basic Assumptions
All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch
is set to <1> and the <R> switch is set down (Multi function lock released) (p.35, 48).
It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are
set to their defaults.
The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example.
<M> button and changing the setting.
the function is available only in the Creative Zone modes (p.24).
: Warning to prevent shooting problems. : Supplemental information. : Tips or advice for better shooting. : Problem-solving advice.
direction.
remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 16 sec. respectively after you let go of the button.
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Chapters

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For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.
Introduction Getting Started Basic Shooting
2
Setting the AF and Drive Modes
3
Image Settings Advanced Operations Flash Photography Shooting with the LCD Monitor
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Shooting Movies
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Image Playback
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Post-Processing Images
0
Sensor Cleaning Printing Images
2
Customizing the Camera Reference
(Live View Shooting)
2
27
71
99
115
157
187
215
251
289
327
339
345
361
393
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
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Downloading Images to Your Computer
451
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Contents

Introduction 2
Compatible Cards............................................................................. 3
Item Check List................................................................................. 4
Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs ................................................... 5
Quick Start Guide............................................................................. 6
Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 8
Chapters........................................................................................... 9
Index to Features ........................................................................... 16
Handling Precautions ..................................................................... 18
Nomenclature................................................................................. 20
Getting Started 27
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Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 28
Installing and Removing the Battery............................................... 30
Installing and Removing the Card .................................................. 31
Using the LCD Monitor................................................................... 34
Turning on the Power..................................................................... 35
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone .................................................. 37
Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 39
Attaching and Detaching a Lens .................................................... 40
Lens Image Stabilizer..................................................................... 43
Basic Operation.............................................................................. 44
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions....................................... 50
3 Menu Operations.................................................................. 52
d Using the Touch Screen............................................................. 54
Before You Start............................................................................. 57
Formatting the Card..................................................................... 57
Disabling the Beeper ................................................................... 59
Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off................................. 59
Setting the Image Review Time................................................... 60
Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On.................................................. 60
Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings............................. 61
Displaying the Grid......................................................................... 64
Q Displaying the Electronic Level............................................... 65
Feature Guide and Help................................................................. 69
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Basic Shooting 71
2
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)...................72
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto).........................75
7 Disabling Flash .........................................................................77
C Creative Auto Shooting.............................................................78
8: Special Scene Mode.............................................................81
2 Shooting Portraits ......................................................................82
3 Shooting Landscapes...............................................................83
4 Shooting Close-ups....................................................................84
5 Shooting Moving Subjects........................................................85
6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod)....................................86
F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)............................................87
G Shooting Backlit Scenes............................................................88
Q Quick Control.............................................................................90
Shoot by Ambience Selection.........................................................92
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type ......... ...........................................96
Setting the AF and Drive Modes 99
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f: Selecting the AF Operation ...................................................100
S Selecting the AF Area.............................................................103
AF Area Selection Modes.............................................................106
When Autofocus Fails...................................................................109
MF: Manual Focus .....................................................................110
i Selecting the Drive Mode........................................................111
j Using the Self-timer .................................................................113
Contents
Image Settings 115
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Setting the Image-Recording Quality............................................116
i: Setting the ISO Speed..........................................................120
A Selecting a Picture Style.......................................................126
A Customizing a Picture Style..................................................129
A Registering a Picture Style ...................................................132
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Setting the White Balance............................................................ 134
O Custom White Balance........................................................ 135
P Setting the Color Temperature............................................ 137
White Balance Correction............................................................. 138
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast................................. 140
Setting Noise Reduction............................................................... 141
Highlight Tone Priority.................................................................. 145
Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction .. 146
Creating and Selecting a Folder................................................... 149
File Numbering Methods .............................................................. 151
Setting Copyright Information....................................................... 153
Setting the Color Space ............................................................... 155
Advanced Operations 157
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d: Program AE............................................................................ 158
s: Shutter-Priority AE................................................................ 160
f: Aperture-Priority AE............................................................. 162
Depth-of-Field Preview.............................................................. 163
a: Manual Exposure................................................................... 164
q Selecting the Metering Mode.................................................. 165
Setting Exposure Compensation.................................................. 167
h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)........................................... 168
A AE Lock................................................................................... 170
F: Bulb Exposures....................................................................... 171
w: HDR (High Dynamic Range) Shooting.............................. 172
P Multiple Exposures................................................................. 175
2 Mirror Lockup ........................................................................ 182
Using the Eyepiece Cover............................................................ 183
F Using a Remote Switch............................................................ 184
R Remote Control Shooting.......................................................... 184
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Flash Photography 187
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D Using the Built-in Flash.............................................................188
D Using an External Speedlite......................................................193
Setting the Flash...........................................................................195
Using Wireless Flash....................................................................203
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) 215
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A Shooting with the LCD Monitor...............................................216
Shooting Function Settings...........................................................222
U Shooting with Filter Effects......................................................224
Menu Function Settings................................................................228
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) ...................................................233
x Shooting with the Touch Shutter.............................................245
MF: Focusing Manually.................................................................247
Shooting Movies 251
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k Shooting Movies.....................................................................252
Shooting Function Settings...........................................................263
Setting the Movie Recording Size.................................................265
Using Movie Digital Zoom.............................................................267
Setting the Sound Recording........................................................268
Setting the Time Code..................................................................270
Menu Function Settings................................................................273
Shooting Video Snapshots............................................................277
Contents
Image Playback 289
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x Image Playback......................................................................290
B: Shooting Information Display .............................................292
H I Searching for Images Quickly............................................296
u/y Magnified View ...................................................................298
d Playing Back with the Touch Screen ........................................299
b Rotating the Image ..................................................................301
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Setting Ratings............................................................................. 302
Q Quick Control for Playback..................................................... 304
k Enjoying Movies..................................................................... 306
k Playing Movies....................................................................... 308
X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes ................................. 310
Slide Show (Auto Playback)......................................................... 312
Viewing Images on a TV Set........................................................ 316
K Protecting Images................................................................... 320
L Erasing Images........................................................................ 322
Changing Image Playback Settings ............................................. 324
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness....................................... 324
Auto Rotation of Vertical Images............................................... 325
Post-Processing Images 327
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R Processing RAW Images with the Camera .......................... 328
S Resizing JPEG Images........................................................... 333
U Applying Creative Filters......................................................... 335
Sensor Cleaning 339
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f Automatic Sensor Cleaning.................................................. 340
Appending Dust Delete Data........................................................ 341
Manual Sensor Cleaning.............................................................. 343
Printing Images 345
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Preparing to Print ......................................................................... 346
w Printing................................................................................... 348
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)......................................... 355
W Direct Printing of Print-Ordered Images ................................. 358
p Specifying Images for a Photobook......................................... 359
Customizing the Camera 361
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Setting Custom Functions ............................................................ 362
Custom Functions ........................................................................ 363
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Custom Function Settings .............................................................365
C.Fn I: Exposure ........................................................................365
C.Fn II: Autofocus ......................................................................368
C.Fn III: Operation/Others..........................................................375
8: Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus.................................377
8: Custom Controls ....................................................................383
Registering My Menu....................................................................389
w: Register Custom Shooting Modes...........................................390
Reference 393
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B Button Functions.................................................................394
Checking the Battery Information..................................................396
Using a Household Power Outlet..................................................400
H Using Eye-Fi Cards.................................................................401
Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode..............404
Menu Settings...............................................................................408
System Map..................................................................................416
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................418
Error Codes...................................................................................432
Specifications................................................................................433
Handling Precautions: EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM,
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM .................................................443
Safety Warnings............................................................................445
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
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Downloading Images to Your Computer 451
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM .......................452
Downloading Images to a Computer.............................................454
Software Overview........................................................................456
Installing the Software...................................................................458
Software Instruction Manual .........................................................459
Index.............................................................................................460
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Index to Features

Power
Charging the battery Î p.28 Battery check Î p.36
Battery information check
Household power outlet Î p.400 Auto power off Î p.59
Î p.396
Card
Formatting Î p.57 Release shutter
without card Î p.32
Lens
Attaching/Detaching Î p.40 Zoom Î p.41 Image Stabilizer Î p.43
Basic Settings
Language Î p.39 Date/Time/Zone Î p.37 Beeper Î p.59 Copyright information Î p.153 Clear all camera settings Î p.61
Viewfinder
Dioptric adjustment Î p.44 Eyepiece cover Î p.183 Electronic level
(During shooting) Î p.66
Electronic level
(Before shooting) Î p.67
LCD Monitor
Brightness adjustment Î p.324 Touch screen Î p.54 Electronic level Î p.65 Feature guide Î p.69 Help Î p.70
AF
AF operation Î p.100
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AF area selection mode Î p.103 AF point selection Î p.105 AF Microadjustment Î p.377 Manual focusing Î p.110
Metering
Metering mode Î p.165
Drive
Drive mode Î p.111 Self-timer Î p.113 Maximum burst Î p.119
Recording Images
Creating/Selecting
File numbering Î p.151
a folde
r
Î p.149
Image Quality
Image-recording quality Î p.116 ISO speed Î p.120 Picture Style Î p.126 White balance Î p.134 Auto Lighting Optimizer Î p.140 Noise reduction for high
ISO speeds Î p.141
Noise reduction for long
exposures Î p.143
Highlight tone priority Î p.145 Peripheral illumination
correction Î p.146
Chromatic aberration
correction Î p.147
Color space Î p.155
Shooting
Shooting mode Î p.24 HDR Î p.172 Multiple exposures Î p.175 Mirror lockup Î p.182 Depth-of-field preview Î p.163
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Index to Features
Remote control Î p.184 Quick Control Î p.50
Exposure Adjustment
Exposure compensation Î p.167 AEB Î p.168 AE lock Î p.170 Safety shift Î p.367
Flash
Built-in flash Î p.188 External flash Î p.193 Flash function settings Î p.195 Wireless shooting Î p.203
Live View Shooting
Live View shooting Î p.215 Focusing Î p.233 Continuous AF Î p.228 Aspect ratio Î p.229 Creative filters Î p.224 Touch Shutter Î p.245
Movie Shooting
Movie shooting Î p.251 Movie Servo AF Î p.273 Movie recording size Î p.265 Digital zoom Î p.267 Sound recording Î p.268 Time code Î p.270 Still photo shooting Î p.261 Video snapshot Î p.277
Playback
Image review time Î p.60 Single-image display Î p.290 Shooting information
display Î p.292
Index display Î p.296 Image browsing
(Jump display) Î p.297
Magnified view Î p.298 Image rotate Î p.301 Rating Î p.302 Movie playback Î p.308 Slide show Î p.312 Viewing images on a
TV set Î p.316
Protect Î p.320 Erase Î p.322 Touch playback Î p.299
Image Editing
RAW image processing Î p.328 Resize Î p.333 Creative filters Î p.335
Printing
PictBridge Î p.345 Print Order (DPOF) Î p.355 Photobook Set-up Î p.359
Customization
Custom Functions (C.Fn)Î p.362 Custom Controls Î p.383 My Menu Î p.389 Custom shooting mode Î p.390
Sensor Cleaning and Dust Reduction
Sensor cleaning Î p.340 Append Dust Delete DataÎ p.341
Software
Overview Î p.456 Installation Î p.458
Wi-Fi*
Wi-Fi Î Separate booklet
* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the
Wi-Fi function.
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Handling Precautions

Camera Care
This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult the nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry and clean cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such
as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near anything emitting strong radio waves, such as a large antenna. Strong magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.
Do not leave the camera in excessive heat, such as in a car in direct
sunlight. High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.
The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera yourself.
Do not block the mirror operation with your finger, etc. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and
focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center.
Do not touch the camera’s electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to
prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera misoperation.
If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room,
condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag.
If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid
damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and battery from the camera, and wait until condensation has evaporated before using the camera.
If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery
and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to check that the camera is still working.
Avoid storing the camera where there are chemicals that result in rust and
corrosion such as in a chemical lab.
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Handling Precautions
If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions
before using it. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly.
If you use continuous shooting, Live View shooting, or movie shooting for a
prolonged period, the camera may become hot. This is not a malfunction.
LCD Panel and LCD Monitor
Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision
technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there may be a few dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc. among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded.
If the LCD monitor is left on for a prolonged period, screen burn-in may occur
where you see remnants of what was displayed. However, this is only temporary and will disappear when the camera is left unused for a few days.
The LCD monitor display may seem slow in low temperatures, or look black
in high temperatures. It will return to normal at room temperature.
Cards
To protect the card and its recorded data, note the following:
Do not drop, bend, or wet the card. Do not subject it to excessive force,
physical shock, or vibration.
Do not touch the card’s electronic contacts with your fingers or anything
metallic.
Do not affix any stickers, etc., on the card. Do not store or use the card near anything having a strong magnetic field,
such as a TV set, speakers, or magnet. Also avoid places prone to having static electricity.
Do not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heat source. Store the card in a case. Do not store the card in hot, dusty, or humid locations.
Lens
After detaching the lens from the camera, put down the lens with the rear end up and attach the lens caps to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.
Contacts
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Nomenclature

LCD panel (p.22) <i>
ISO speed
setting button (p.120) <q> Metering mode
selection button (p.165) <B> AF area
selection mode button (p.104)
<6> Main Dial (p.46)
<U> LCD panel illumination button (p.49)
Shutter button (p.45)
Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp (p.190/113)
Remote control sensor (p.184)
Grip (Battery compartment)
DC coupler cord hole (p.400)
Depth-of-field preview button (p.163)
Mirror (p.182, 343)
<Y> External microphone IN terminal (p.269)
Body cap (p.40)
<R> Drive mode selection button (p.111)
<f> AF mode selection button (p.100)
EF lens mount index (p.40)
Built-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.188/203)
EF-S lens mount index (p.40)
Flash sync contacts
Hot shoe (p.193)
<D> Flash button (p.188)
Microphone (p.269)
Mode Dial lock-release button (p.46)
Lens lock pin
Lens mount
Contacts (p.19)
<F> Remote control terminal (p.184)
HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.316)
Audio/video OUT/Digital terminal
<D>
<q/C>
(p.319/346, 454)
Mode Dial (p.24)
Strap mount (p.27)
Speaker (p.308)
Lens release button (p.41)
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Nomenclature
/
<V> Focal plane mark
<A/k> Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch (p.215/251) <0> Start/Stop button (p.216, 252)
Dioptric adjustment knob (p.44)
Eyecup (p.183)
Viewfinder eyepiece
Power switch (p.35)
<M> Menu button (p.52)
<B> Info button (p.49, 65, 70, 218, 258, 290,
394)
LCD monitor (p.52, 324)
Tripod socket
<Q> Quick Control button (p.50)
<x> Playback button (p.290)
<9> <V> <U> Multi-controller (p.48)
<L> Erase button (p.322)
<p> AF start button (p.45, 100, 217, 259)
<A> AE lock/FE lock button <y> Index/Reduce button (p.170, 192/296, 298)
<S> AF point selection/ <u> Magnify button (p.105/298)
Access lamp (p.33)
Strap mount (p.27)
Card slot cover (p.31)
Battery compartment cover release lever (p.30)
Battery compartment cover (p.30)
<5> Quick Control Dial (p.47)
Multi function lock switch (p.48)
<0> Setting button (p.52)
Card slot (p.31)
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Nomenclature
A
A A
LCD panel
Drive mode (p.111)
u Single shooting o High-speed continuous shooting i Low-speed continuous shooting B Silent single shooting M Silent continuous shooting
Q Self-timer: 10 sec./remote control
k Self-timer: 2 sec./remote control
<A> Highlight tone priority (p.145)
<g> ISO speed (p.120)
ISO speed (p.120)
Possible shots Self-timer countdown Bulb exposure time
Error number/Error code (Err) Remaining images to record
F operation (p.100)
X
One-Shot AF
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I Focus AF
Z
I Servo AF
4 L
Manual focus
<M> Multi Shot Noise Reduction (p.141)
<w> HDR shooting (p.172)
<P> Multiple-exposure shooting (p.175)
Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY)
Built-in flash recycling (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L) No card warning (Card) Card full warning (FuLL) Error code (Err) Cleaning image sensor (CLn)
<h> AEB (p.168)
Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount (p.167) AEB range (p.168)
Aperture
AF point selection
--
(
[ ]
AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
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* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function (Not Displayed). * The display will show only the settings currently applied.
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Metering mode (p.165)
q Evaluative metering w Partial metering r Spot metering e Center-weighted
average metering
Wi-Fi function* <k/l>
1 2
Battery check (p.36)
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Viewfinder Information
Spot metering circle (p.165) Single-point AF (Manual selection)
(p.103) Zone AF points (p.103) Focusing screen
Grid (p.64)
Nomenclature
Zone AF (Manual zone selection) (p.103)
19-point automatic selection AF (p.103)
AF points (p.103)
Electronic level (p.66)
<z> Battery check
(p.36) <A> AE lock (p.170) /
AEB in-progress (p.168)
<D> Flash-ready (p.188, 193) Improper FE lock warning
<d> FE lock (p.192) / FEB in-progress (p.201) <e> High-speed sync (p.200)
<y> Flash exposure compensation (p.190, 193)
Shutter speed (p.160)
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Built-in flash recycling (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L)
No card/card error warning (Card)
Card full warning (FuLL)
Error code (Err)
<A> Highlight tone priority (p.145)
Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount (p.167) AEB range (p.168)
Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator
AF point selection
----
[ ]
AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
(
--
Aperture (p.162)
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
Warning symbol (p.376)
<g> ISO speed (p.120)
<o> Focus confirmation light (p.73)
Max. burst (p.119) Number of remaining multiple exposures (p.177)
ISO speed (p.120)
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Nomenclature
Mode Dial
Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button).
Creative Zone
These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects.
d : Program AE (p.158) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.160) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.162) a : Manual exposure (p.164)
F : Bulb (p.171)
Basic Zone
Custom shooting mode
You can register the shooting mode (d/s/ f/a/F), AF operation, menu settings, etc., to w and shoot (p.390).
All you do is press the shutter button. The camera sets everything to suit the subject or scene.
A : Scene Intelligent Auto (p.72) 7 : Flash Off(p.77)
C : Creative Auto (p.78)
8 : Special scene (p.81)
2 : Portrait (p.82) 3 : Landscape (p.83) 4 : Close-up (p.84) 5: Sports (p.85) 6 : Night Portrait (p.86) F : Handheld Night Scene (p.87) G : HDR Backlight Control (p.88)
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Lens
Lens without a distance scale
Hood mount (p.42)
Filter thread (front of lens)
Zoom ring (p.41)
Image Stabilizer switch (p.43)
Lens mount index (p.40)
Nomenclature
Focusing ring (p.110, 247)
Focus mode switch (p.40)
Zoom position index
Contacts (p.19)
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Nomenclature
Battery Charger LC-E6
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.28).
Power plug
Battery pack slot
Charge Lamp
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet, if needed.
Battery Charger LC-E6E
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.28).
Charge lamp
Battery pack slot
Power cord socket
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Power cord
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Getting Started

This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.
Attaching the Strap
Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any slack and make sure the strap will not loosen from the buckle.
The eyepiece cover is also
attached to the strap (p.183).
Eyepiece cover
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Charging the Battery

Remove the protective cover.
1
Detach the protective cover provided
Attach the battery.
2
As shown in the illustration, attach the
To detach the battery, follow the
LC-E6
LC-E6E
Recharge the battery.
3
For LC-E6
As shown by the arrow, flip out the
For LC-E6E
Connect the power cord to the
X Recharging starts automatically and
with the battery.
battery securely to the charger.
above procedure in reverse.
battery charger’s prongs and insert the prongs into a power outlet.
charger and insert the plug into a power outlet.
the charge lamp blinks in orange.
Charge Level
0-49%
50-74% Blinks twice per second 75% or higher Blinks three times per second Fully charged Green Lights up
It takes approx. 2.5 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery at room temperature (23°C / 73°F). The time required to recharge the battery will vary greatly depending on the ambient temperature and the battery’s remaining cap acity.
For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (5°C - 10°C /
41°F - 50°F) will take longer (up to approx. 4 hours).
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Color Display
Orange
Charge Lamp
Blinks once per second
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Charging the Battery
Tips for Using the Battery and Charger
Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.
Charge the battery before use.
Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used.
Even during storage, a charged battery will gradually drain and lose its capacity.
After recharging the battery, detach it and disconnect the
charger from the power outlet.
You can attach the cover in a different
orientation to indicate whether the battery has been recharged or not.
If the battery has been recharged, attach the cover so that the battery-shaped hole < > is aligned over the blue sticker on the battery. If the battery is exhausted, attach the cover in the opposite orientation.
When not using the camera, remove the battery.
If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount of power current is released, resulting in excess discharge and shorter battery life. Store the battery with the protective cover attached. Storing the battery when it is fully charged may lower the battery’s performance.
The battery charger can also be used in foreign countries.
The battery charger is compatible with a 100 V AC to 240 V AC 50/60 Hz power source. If necessary, attach a commercially-available plug adapter for the respective country or region. Do not attach any portable voltage transformer to the battery charger. Doing so can damage the battery charger.
If the battery becomes exhausted quickly even after being fully
charged, the battery has reached the end of its service life.
Check the battery’s recharge performance (p.396) and purchase a new battery.
After disconnecting the charger’s power plug, do not touch the prongs for approx. 10 sec.
If the battery’s remaining capacity (p.396) is 94% or higher, the battery
will not be recharged.
The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E6.
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Installing and Removing the Battery

Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 into the camera. The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and darkens when the battery is removed.
Installing the Battery
Open the cover.
1
Slide the lever as shown by the
arrows and open the cover.
Insert the battery.
2
Insert the end with the battery
contacts.
Insert the battery until it locks in
place.
Close the cover.
3
Press the cover until it snaps shut.
Only Battery Pack LP-E6 can be used.
Removing the Battery
Open the cover and remove the battery.
Press the battery lock lever as shown
by the arrow and remove the battery.
To prevent short circuiting of the
battery contacts, be sure to attach the provided protective cover (p.28) to the battery.
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Installing and Removing the Card

The camera can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card (sold separately). An UHS-I Speed Class SDHC or SDXC memory card can also be used. The captured images are recorded onto the card.
Make sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing.
Installing the Card
Open the cover.
1
Slide the cover as shown by the
arrows to open it.
Write-protect switch
Possible shots
Insert the card.
2
As shown by the illustration, face the card’s label side toward you and insert it until it clicks in place.
Close the cover.
3
Close the cover and slide it in the
direction shown by the arrows until it snaps shut.
When you set the power switch to
<1>, the number of possible shots will be displayed on the LCD panel.
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Installing and Removing the Card
The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the
card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc.
Setting [z1: Release shutter without card] to [Disable] will prevent
you from forgetting to insert a card (p.408).
Removing the Card
Access lamp
Open the cover.
1
Set the power switch to <2>. Make sure the access lamp is off,
then open the cover.
If [Recording...] is displayed, close
the cover.
Remove the card.
2
To eject the card, gently push it in and
then let go.
Pull the card straight out, then close
the cover.
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Installing and Removing the Card
When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are
being written to or read by the card, being erased, or data is being transferred. Do not open the card slot cover during this time. Also, never do any of the following while the access lamp is lit or blinking. Otherwise, it can damage the image data, card, or camera.
• Removing the card.
• Removing the battery.
• Shaking or banging the camera around.
If the card already contains recorded images, the image number may not
start from 0001 (p.151).
If a card-related error message is displayed on the LCD monitor, remove
and reinsert the card. If the error persists, use a different card. If you can transfer all the images on the card to a computer, transfer all the images and then format the card with the camera (p.57). The card may then return to normal.
Do not touch the card’s contacts with your fingers or metal objects. Multimedia cards (MMC) cannot be used (card error will be displayed).
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Using the LCD Monitor

After you flip out the LCD monitor, you can set menu functions, use Live View shooting, shoot movies, and play back images and movies. You can change the direction and angle of the LCD monitor.
Flip out the LCD monitor.
1
180°
90°
175°
Rotate the LCD monitor.
2
When the LCD monitor is swung out,
you can rotate it up or down or face it forward toward the subject.
The indicated angles are only
approximate.
Face it toward you.
3
Normally, face the LCD monitor
toward you.
Be careful not to force and break the hinge when rotating the LCD monitor.
When not using the camera, close the LCD monitor with the screen
facing inward. This will protect the screen.
During Live View shooting or movie shooting, facing the LCD monitor
toward the subject will display a mirror image on the screen.
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Turning on the Power

If you turn on the power switch and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 37 to set the date/time/zone.
<1> : The camera turns on. <2> : The camera is turned off and
Automatic Sensor Cleaning
Whenever you set the power switch
You can still shoot during sensor
If you repeatedly turn the power switch <1>/<2> at a short
interval, the <f> icon may not be displayed. This is normal and not a malfunction.
3 Auto Power Off
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1
minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway (p.45).
You can set the auto power off time with [52: Auto power off]
(p.59).
does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera.
to <1> or <2>, sensor cleaning will be executed automatically. (A small sound may be heard.) During the sensor cleaning, the LCD monitor will display <f>.
cleaning by pressing the shutter button halfway (p.45) to stop the sensor cleaning and take a picture.
If you set the power switch to <2> while an image is being recorded to the card, [Recording...] will be displayed and the power will turn off after the card finishes recording the image.
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Turning on the Power
z Checking the Battery Level
When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates that the battery will be exhausted soon.
Display
Level (%) 100 - 70 69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0
Number of Possible Shots [Approx. number of shots]
Temperature
No Flash 1300 1200
50% Flash Use 920 850
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.
Possible shots with Battery Grip BG-E14
• With LP-E6 x 2: approx. twice the shots without the battery grip.
• With size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries at room temperature (23°C / 73°F): approx. 490 shots with no flash, approx. 320 shots with 50% flash use.
The number of possible shots will decrease with any of the following
operations:
• Pressing the shutter button halfway for a prolonged period.
• Activating the AF frequently without taking a picture.
• Using the lens Image Stabilizer.
• Using the LCD monitor often.
The number of possible shots may decrease depending on the actual
shooting conditions.
The lens operation is powered by the camera’s battery. Depending on
the lens used, the number of possible shots may be lower.
For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 217. See [54: Battery info.] to check the battery’s condition in detail (p.396). If size-AA/LR6 batteries are used in Battery Grip BG-E14, a four-level
indicator will be displayed. ([x/m] will not be displayed.)
Room Temperature
(23°C / 73°F)
Low Temperatures
(0°C / 32°F)
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3
When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone have been reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the steps below to set the time zone first. If you set the camera to the correct time zone for where you currently live, when you travel to another time zone you can simply set the camera to the correct time zone for your destination to update the camera’s date/time automatically.
Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based on this date/time setting. Be sure to set the correct date/time.

Setting the Date, Time, and Zone

Display the menu screen.
1
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
Under the [52] tab, select [Date/
2
Time/Zone].
Press the <U> key to select the
[52] tab.
Press the <V> key to select [Date/
Time/Zone], then press <0>.
Set the time zone.
3
[London] is set by default. Press the <U> key to select the
time zone box.
Press <0> so <r> is displayed. Press the <V> key to select the time
zone, then press <0>. (Returns to <s>.)
The menu setting procedure is explained on pages 52-53. In step 3, the time displayed on the upper right of the screen is the time
difference compared with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). If you do not see your time zone, set the time zone while referring to the difference with UTC.
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3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
4
5
6
Set the date and time.
Press the <U> key to select the
number.
Press <0> so <r> is displayed. Press the <V> key to set the
number, then press <0>. (Returns to <s>.)
Set the daylight saving time.
Set it if necessary. Press the <U> key to select [Y]. Press <0> so <r> is displayed. Press the <V> key to select [Z],
then press <0>.
When the daylight saving time is set
to [Z], the time set in step 4 will advance by 1 hour. If [Y] is set, the daylight saving time will be canceled and the time will go back by 1 hour.
Exit the setting.
Press the <U> key to select [OK],
then press <0>.
X The date/time/zone and daylight
saving time will be set and the menu will reappear.
If you store the camera without the battery or if the camera’s battery becomes exhausted, the date/time/zone may be reset. If this happens, set the time zone and date/time again.
The date/time that was set will start from when you press <0> in step 6. After changing the time zone, check that the correct date/time has been
set.
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3 Selecting the Interface Language

Display the menu screen.
1
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
Under the [52] tab, select
2
[LanguageK].
Press the <U> key to select the
[52] tab.
Press the <V> key to select
[Language
Set the desired language.
3
Press the <V> <U> keys to
select the language, then press <0>.
X The interface language will change.
K], then press <0>.
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens

The camera is compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-M lenses.
Attaching a Lens
Remove the caps.
1
Remove the rear lens cap and the
body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows.
White index
Red index
Minimizing Dust
When changing lenses, do it quickly in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the
body cap to the camera.
Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.
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Attach the lens.
2
Align the lens’ red or white mount
index with the camera’s mount index of the same color. Turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it clicks in place.
Set the lens focus mode switch to
3
<AF>.
<AF> stands for autofocus. If it is set to <MF> (manual focus),
autofocus will not operate.
Remove the front lens cap.
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
Zooming
Turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers.
If you want to zoom, do it before
focusing. Turning the zoom ring after achieving focus may throw off the focus.
Detaching the Lens
While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrows.
Turn the lens until it stops, then
detach it.
Attach the rear lens cap to the
detached lens.
To owners of the EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens:
Y ou can prevent the lens from extending out while you are carrying it around. Set the zoom ring to the 18mm wide-angle end, then slide the zoom ring lock lever to <LOCK>. The zoom ring can be locked only at the wide-angle end.
Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause
loss of vision.
When attaching or detaching a lens, set the camera’s power switch to
<2>.
If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do
not touch the rotating part.
If you purchased a lens kit with the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
or EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, see “Handling Precautions” on page 443.
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
Image Conversion Factor
Since the image sensor size is smaller than the 35mm film format, it will look like the lens focal length is increased by approx. 1.6x.
Attaching a Lens Hood
A lens hood can block unwanted light and diminish rain, snow, dust etc. adhering to the front of the lens. Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can attach the hood in reverse.
If the Lens and the Lens Hood Have a Mount Index
Align the red dots on the hood
1
and lens edges, then turn the hood as shown by the arrow.
Turn the hood as shown in the
2
illustration.
Turn the hood clockwise until it
attaches securely.
Image sensor size (Approx.) (22.5 x 15.0 mm / 0.88 x 0.59 in.)
35mm image size (36 x 24 mm / 1.42 x 0.94 in.)
If you do not attach the hood properly, it may obstruct the image’s
periphery, making it look dark.
When attaching or detaching the hood, grasp the base of the hood when
turning it. Grasping the hood’s edges when turning it may deform the hood, resulting in failure to turn.
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Lens Image Stabilizer

When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example.
* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.
Set the IS switch to <1>.
1
Also set the camera’s power switch to
<1>.
Press the shutter button halfway.
2
X The Image Stabilizer will operate.
Take the picture.
3
When the picture looks steady in the
viewfinder, press the shutter button completely to take the picture.
The Image Stabilizer cannot correct “subject blur”, when the subject
moves at the time of exposure.
For bulb exposures, set the IS switch to <2>. If <1> is set, Image
Stabilizer misoperation may occur.
The Image Stabilizer may not be effective for excessive shaking such as
on a rocking boat.
The Image Stabilizer can operate with the lens focus mode switch set to
either <AF> or <MF>.
When using a tripod, you can still shoot with the IS switch set to <1>
with no problem. However, to save battery power , setting the IS switch to <2> is recommended.
The Image Stabilizer is effective even when the camera is mounted on a
monopod.
Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the
shooting conditions. However, the following lenses switch the IS mode automatically:
• EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM • EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
• EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
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Basic Operation

Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity
Turn the dioptric adjustment knob.
Turn the knob left or right so that the AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.
If the knob is difficult to turn, remove
the eyecup (p.183).
If the camera dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses (sold separately) is recommended.
Holding the Camera
To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.
Horizontal shooting
1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly.
2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand.
3. Rest your hand’s right index finger lightly on the shutter button.
4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot slightly ahead of the other.
5.
6. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see pages 76 and 215.
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Vertical shooting
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Basic Operation
Shutter Button
The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.
Pressing halfway
This activates autofocusing and the automatic exposure system that sets the shutter speed and aperture. The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel (0).
Pressing completely
This releases the shutter and takes the picture.
Preventing Camera Shake
Hand-held camera movement during the moment of exposure is called camera shake. It can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake, note the following:
• Hold and steady the camera as shown on the preceding page.
• Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus, then slowly press the shutter button completely.
In Creative Zone modes, pressing the <p> button is the same as
pressing the shutter button halfway. If you press the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway first, or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it completely immediately, the camera will take a moment before it takes the picture.
Even during menu display, image playback, or image recording, you can
instantly go back to shooting-ready by pressing the shutter button halfway.
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Basic Operation
Mode Dial
6 Main Dial
Turn the dial while holding down the lock release button at the center of the dial.
After pressing a button, turn the
(1)
<6> dial.
When you press a button such as <f> <R> <i> <q>, the respective function remains selected for the duration of the timer (9). During this time, you can turn the <6> dial to set the desired setting. When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot.
Use this dial to select or set the AF
operation, drive mode, ISO speed, metering mode, AF point selection, etc.
Turn the <6> dial only.
(2)
While looking at the viewfinder or LCD panel, turn the <6> dial to set the desired setting.
Use this dial to set the shutter speed,
aperture, etc.
The operations in (1) are possible even while the <R> switch is set upward (Multi function lock, p.48).
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5 Quick Control Dial
After pressing a button, turn the
(1)
<5> dial.
When you press a button such as <f> <R> <i> <q>, the respective function remains selected for the duration of the timer (9). During this time, you can turn the <5> dial to set the desired setting. When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot.
Use this dial to select or set the AF
operation, drive mode, ISO speed, metering mode, AF point selection, etc.
Turn the <5> dial only.
(2)
While looking at the viewfinder or LCD panel, turn the < desired setting.
Use this dial to set the exposure
compensation amount, the aperture setting for manual exposures, etc.
5> dial to set the
Basic Operation
The operations in (1) are possible even while the <R> switch is set upward (Multi function lock, p.48).
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Basic Operation
9 Multi-controller
The Multi-controller <9> has eight keys that tilt in the directions shown by the arrows.
Use the eight keys to select the AF
point, correct the white balance, move the AF point or magnifying frame during Live View shooting, scroll around magnified images during playback, etc.
For menus and the Quick Control, the
Multi-controller works only in the vertical and horizontal directions <V> <U>. It does not work in diagonal directions.
R Multi function Lock
With [8C.Fn III-2: Multi function lock] set (p.375) and the <R> switch set upward, it prevents the Main Dial, Quick Control Dial, and Multi-controller from moving and changing a setting inadvertently.
<R> switch set downward: Lock released <R> switch set upward: Lock engaged
If the <R> switch is set upward and you try to use one of the locked camera controls, <L> will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. On the shooting function settings display (p.49), [LOCK] will be displayed.
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Basic Operation
U LCD Panel Illumination
Turn on (9)/off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the <U> button. During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button completely will turn off the LCD panel illumination.
Displaying Shooting Function Settings
After you press the <B> button a number of times, the shooting function settings will be displayed. With the shooting function settings displayed, you can turn the Mode Dial to see the settings for each shooting mode (p.395). Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting function settings (p.50). Press the <B> button again to turn off the display.
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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions

You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control.
Press the <Q> button. (7)
1
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Set the desired functions.
2
Press the <V> <U> keys to
select a function.
X The setting of the selected function is
displayed.
Turn the <6> or <5> dial to
change the setting.
Basic Zone modes Creative Zone modes
Take the picture.
3
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
X The captured image will be displayed.
For the functions settable in Basic Zone modes and the setting
procedure, see page 91.
In steps 1 and 2, you can also use the LCD monitor’s touch screen
(p.54).
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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions
Settable Functions on Quick Control Screen
Aperture (p.162)
Shutter speed (p.160)
Shooting mode
Picture Style (p.126)
AF operation (p.100)
AF area selection mode (p.104)
White balance correction (p.138)
*1:This function cannot be set with the Quick Control screen when the
*2:These functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen. *3:Refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual.
*1 (p.24)
Exposure
compensation/
AEB setting
(p.167/168)
Return
White balance (p.134)
Drive mode (p.111)
Mode Dial is set to other than <8>.
Flash exposure compensation (p.193)
2
AE lock*
(p.170)
Highlight tone priority*2 (p.145)
ISO speed (p.120) Wi-Fi function* Custom Controls (p.383)
Image-recording quality (p.116)
Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.140)
Metering mode (p.165)
White balance bracketing (p.139)
Function Setting Screen
Select the desired function and press <0>. The function’s setting screen will appear. Turn the <6> or <5> dial or press the
U
> key to change the settings. There are
< also some functions that are set by pressing
B
>, <B>, or <L> button.
Ð
<0>
the <
Press <0> to finalize the setting and
return to the Quick Control screen. When you select < > (p.383) or < > (p.103) and press the < button, the shooting function settings display will reappear.
3
M
>
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3 Menu Operations

You can set various settings with the menus such as the image­recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M> button, <V> <U> keys, and < camera back.
<M> button
LCD monitor
Menus in Basic Zone Modes
0> button on the
<0> button
<V> <U> keys
* Some menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in Basic Zone modes.
Menus in Creative Zone Modes
3 Playback
A Live View shooting
z Shooting
Tab
Menu items
5 Set-up
8
Custom Functions
9 My Menu
Menu settings
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Menu Setting Procedure
1
2
3
4
5 6
3 Menu Operations
Display the menu screen.
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
Select a tab.
Press the <U> key to select a
menu tab. For example, in this manual, “the [z4] tab” refers to the screen displayed
z
when the fourth from the left [ ] is selected.
Select the desired item.
Press the <V> key to select the
item, then press <0>.
Select the setting.
Press the <V> <U> keys to select the desired setting. (Some settings require you to press either the < <
U
> keys to select them.)
The current setting is indicated in blue.
Adjust the setting.
Press <0> to finalize your changes.
Exit the setting.
Press the <M> button to return to
the shooting function settings display.
(Shooting) tab
V
>
In step 2, you can also turn the <6> dial to select a menu tab. In step
4, you can also turn the <5> dial to select certain settings.
In steps 2 to 5, you can also use the LCD monitor’s touch screen (p.54). The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have
pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen.
To cancel the operation, press the <M> button. For details about each menu item, see page 408.
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d Using the Touch Screen

The LCD monitor is a touch-sensitive panel that you can operate with your fingers.
Tap
Quick Control (Sample display)
Use your finger to tap (touch briefly
and then remove your finger from) the LCD monitor.
By tapping, you can select menus,
icons, etc., displayed on the LCD monitor.
When touch-screen operation is
possible, a frame will appear around the icon (except on menu screens). For example, when you tap [Q], the Quick Control screen appears. By tapping [2], you can return to the preceding screen.
Operations possible by tapping the screen
Setting menu functions after pressing the <M> button Quick Control Setting functions after pressing the <f>, <R>, <i>, <q>,
<S>, or <B> button
Touch shutter during Live View shooting Setting functions during Live View shooting Setting functions during movie shooting Playback operations
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Drag
Menu screen (Sample display)
Scale display (Sample display)
Operations possible by dragging your finger on the screen
Selecting a menu tab or item after pressing the <M> button Setting a scale control Quick Control Setting functions during Live View shooting Setting functions during movie shooting Playback operations
3 Silencing the Beep during Touch Operations
Slide your finger while touching the
LCD monitor.
If [z1: Beep] is set to [Touch to ], the beep will not sound during touch operations.
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3 Touch Control Settings
Select [Touch control].
1
Under the [53] tab, select [Touch
control], then press <0>.
Set the touch control setting.
2
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
[Standard] is the normal setting. [Sensitive] provides a better touch
response than [Standard]. Try using both settings and select the one you prefer.
To disable touch-screen operations,
select [Disable].
Cautions for Touch Screen Operations
Since the LCD monitor is not pressure sensitive, do not use any sharp
objects, such as your fingernail or a ballpoint pen, for touch operations.
Do not use wet fingers for touch screen operations. If the LCD monitor has any moisture or if your fingers are wet, the touch
screen may not respond or misoperation may occur. In such a case, turn off the power and wipe the LCD monitor with a cloth.
Do not attach any protective sheet (commercially available) or sticker on
the LCD monitor. It may make the touch operation response slow.
If you quickly perform touch operation when [Sensitive] is set, the touch
response may be slower.
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Before You Start

3 Formatting the Card
If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera.
When the card is formatted, all images and data on the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep. If necessary, transfer the images and data to a computer, etc., before formatting the card.
Select [Format card].
1
Under the [51] tab, select [Format
card], then press <0>.
Format the card.
2
Select [OK], then press <0>.
X The card will be formatted. X When the formatting is completed,
the menu will reappear.
For low-level formatting, press the
<L> button to append [Low level format] with a checkmark <X>, then
select [OK].
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Format the card in the following cases:
The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed (p.432).
Low-level Formatting
Perform low-level formatting if the card’s recording or reading speed seems
slow or if you want to erase all data on the card.
Since low-level formatting will format all recordable sectors on the card, the
formatting will take slightly longer than normal formatting.
You can stop the low-level formatting by selecting [Cancel]. Even in this
case, normal formatting will be completed and you can use the card as usual.
When the card is formatted or data is erased, only the file management
information is changed. The actual data is not completely erased. Be aware of this when selling or discarding the card. When discarding the card, execute low-level formatting or destroy the card physically to prevent the personal data from being leaked.
Before using a new Eye-Fi card, the software on the card must be
installed in your computer. Then format the card with the camera.
The card capacity displayed on the card format screen may be smaller
than the capacity indicated on the card.
This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
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3 Disabling the Beeper
You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved, during self-timer operation, and during touch screen operations.
Select [Beep].
1
Under the [z1] tab, select [Beep],
then press <0>.
Select [Disable].
2
Select [Disable], then press <0>.
X The beeper will not sound.
If [Touch to ] is selected, the
beeper will be silent for touch screen operations only.
3 Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. If you do not want the camera to turn off automatically, set this to [Disable]. After the power turns off, you can turn on the camera again by pressing the shutter button or other buttons.
Select [Auto power off].
1
Under the [52] tab, select [Auto
power off], then press <0>.
Set the desired time.
2
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
Even if [Disable] is set, the LCD monitor will turn off automatically after 30 min. to save power. (The camera’s power does not turn off.)
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3 Setting the Image Review Time
You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after capture. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the image displayed, set [Off].
Select [Image review].
1
Under the [z1] tab, select [Image
review], then press <0>.
Set the desired time.
2
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time elapses.
3 Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On
The shooting function settings screen (p.49) can be set to display or turn off when you press the shutter button halfway.
Select [LCD off/on btn].
1
Under the [52] tab, select [LCD off/
on btn], then press <0>.
Set the desired setting.
2
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
[Remains on]: Display remains on even when you press the shutter
button halfway. To turn off the display, press the
[Shutter btn.]: When you press the shutter button halfway, the
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<B> button.
display will turn off. When you let go of the shutter button, the display will turn on.
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3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN
The camera’s shooting function settings and menu settings can be reverted to their defaults.
Select [Clear all camera settings].
1
Under the [54] tab, select [Clear all
camera settings], then press <0>.
Select [OK].
2
Select [OK], then press <0>.
X Setting [Clear all camera settings]
will reset the camera to the following default settings:
Shooting Function Settings
AF operation One-Shot AF AF area selection mode Metering mode q ISO speed Auto HDR Mode Disable HDR
ISO speed range
Auto ISO range
Minimum shutter speed
Drive mode u Exposure
compensation/AEB Flash exposure
compensation
Auto selection:19 pt AF
(Evaluative metering)
Minimum limit: 100 Maximum limit: 12800
Minimum limit: 100 Maximum limit: 6400
Auto
(Single shooting)
Canceled
0 (Zero)
Red-eye reduction
Multiple exposure Disable
Mirror lockup Disable VF grid display Disable Viewfinder level Hide Custom Functions Flash control
Flash firing Enable Flash sync. speed
in Av mode
Disable
Unchanged
Auto
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Image-recording Settings Camera Settings
Image quality 73 Auto power off 1 min. Picture Style Auto Beep Enable
Auto Lighting Optimizer
Peripheral illumination correction
Chromatic aberration correction
White balance Q (Auto) Control over HDMI Disable Custom White
Balance White balance
correction White balance
bracketing Color space sRGB Language Unchanged Long exposure
noise reduction High ISO speed
noise reduction Highlight tone
priority File numbering Continuous My Menu settings Unchanged
Auto cleaning Enable Dust Delete Data Erase Wi-Fi* Disable
Standard
Enable/ Correction data retained
Enable/ Correction data retained
Canceled
Canceled
Canceled
Disable
Standard
Disable
Release shutter without card
Image review 2 sec. Highlight alert Disable AF point display Disable Playback grid Off Histogram display Brightness Movie playback count
Image jump w/6 e (10 images) Auto rotate OnzD LCD brightness LCD off/on button Remains on Touch control Standard Date/Time/Zone Unchanged
Video system Unchanged Feature guide Enable
z button display options
Custom shooting mode Copyright information Eye-Fi transmission Disable
Display from My Menu
* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the
Wi-Fi function (Not Displayed).
Enable
Unchanged
All items selected Unchanged Unchanged
Disable
Refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual for Wi-Fi function settings.
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Live View Shooting Settings Movie Shooting Settings
Live View shooting
AF method u+Tracking Continuous AF Enable Touch shutter Disable Metering timer 16 sec. Grid display Off Grid display Off Aspect ratio 3:2
Exposure simulation
Silent LV shooting
Metering timer 16 sec. Time code
Enable
Enable
Mode 1
AF method u+Tracking Movie Servo AF Enable
Silent LV shooting
Movie recording size
Digital zoom Disable Sound
recording
Count up Unchanged Start time
setting Movie
recording count Movie
playback count Drop frame Unchanged
Video snapshot Disable
Mode 1
1920x1080/IPB
Auto
Unchanged
Unchanged
Unchanged
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Displaying the Grid

You can display a grid in the viewfinder to help you straighten or compose the shot.
Select [VF grid display].
1
Under the [z1] tab, select [VF grid
display], then press <0>.
Select [Enable].
2
Select [Enable], then press <0>.
X When you exit the menu, the grid will
appear in the viewfinder.
A grid can also be displayed on the LCD monitor during Live View shooting and movie shooting (p.229, 276).
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Q Displaying the Electronic Level

You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder to help correct camera tilt. Note that you can check only the horizontal tilt and not the forward/backward tilt.
Displaying the Electronic Level on the LCD Monitor
Press the <B> button.
1
Each time you press the <B>
button, the screen display will change.
Display the electronic level.
If the electronic level does not
appear, set [53: z button display options] so that the
electronic level can be displayed (p.394).
Check the camera’s tilt.
2
The horizontal tilt is displayed in 1°
Horizontal level
Even when the tilt is corrected, there may be a margin of error of ±1°. If the camera is very tilted, the electronic level’s margin of error will be
larger.
increments. The tilt scale is marked in 5° increments.
When the red line turns green, it
indicates that the tilt is almost corrected.
During Live View shooting and before movie shooting (except with u+ Tracking), you can also display the electronic level as described above (p.218, 258). Note that the electronic level cannot be displayed during movie shooting. (The electronic level will disappear when you start shooting a movie.)
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3 Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder During Shooting
A simple electronic level using a camera icon can be displayed in the viewfinder at the center bottom. Since this can be displayed while you shoot, you can correct any tilt during handheld shooting.
Select [Viewfinder level].
1
Under the [z1] tab, select
[Viewfinder level], then press <0>.
Select [Show].
2
Select [Show], then press <0>.
Press the shutter button halfway.
3
X The electronic level will appear as
shown in the illustration.
Horizontal Tilt 1°
Electronic level
This also works with vertical shooting.
Tilt 2° or higher
Even when the tilt is corrected, there may be a margin of error of ±1°.
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3 Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder Before ShootingN
The viewfinder can display an electronic level and grid using the AF points. This is convenient to correct any camera tilt before shooting with a tripod.
Select Custom Functions III.
1
Under the [8] tab, select [C.Fn III:
Operation/Others], then press
<0>.
Select C.Fn III -4 [Custom
2
Controls].
Press the <U> key to select [4:
Custom Controls], then press <0>.
Select [e].
3
Select [e: DOF preview button],
then press <0>.
Select [Q].
4
Select [Q: VF electronic level],
then press <0>.
Press the <M> button to exit the
menu.
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5
Display the electronic level.
Press the Depth-of-field preview
button.
X The viewfinder will display an
electronic level and grid using the AF points.
1°
6° Over
Even when the tilt is corrected, there may be a margin of error of ±1°. If the camera is very tilted, the electronic level’s margin of error will be
larger.
If the Depth-of-field preview button has been assigned with [VF
electronic level], depth-of-field preview (p.163) will not work.
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Feature Guide and Help

The Feature guide and Help display information about camera features.
Feature Guide
The Feature guide appears when you change the shooting mode or set a shooting function, Live View shooting, movie shooting, or Quick Control for playback, and displays a brief description of that mode, function or option. It also displays a description when you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen. When you proceed with the operation, the Feature guide will disappear.
Shooting mode (Sample)
Quick Control (Sample)
Shooting function settings Live View shooting Playback
3 Disabling the Feature Guide
Select [Feature guide].
Under the [53] tab, select [Feature
guide], then press <0>.
Select [Disable], then press <0>.
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Feature Guide and Help
Help
When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, pressing the <B> button displays the function’s description (Help). If the Help fills more than one screen, a scroll bar will appear on the right edge. You can turn the <5> dial or press the <V> key to scroll.
Example: [z4: Long exp. noise reduction]
B
Î
Scroll bar
Example: [8C.Fn I-1: Exposure level increments]
B
Î
Example: [8C.Fn II-1: Tracking sensitivity]
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Basic Shooting

This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results.
With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot while the camera sets everything automatically prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, advanced shooting function settings cannot be changed.
When you set the Mode Dial to <8> while the LCD monitor is turned off, press the <Q> button (p.81) or <B> button (p.394) to check which shooting mode is set before shooting.
(p.91, 404). Also, to
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Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

<A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus
automatically by detecting whether the subject is still or moving (p.75).
Set the Mode Dial to <A>.
1
Turn the Mode Dial while holding
down the lock release button at the center.
Area AF frame
Aim the Area AF frame over the
2
subject.
All the AF points will be used to focus,
and generally the closest object will be focused.
Aiming the center of the Area AF
frame over the subject will make focusing easier.
Focus the subject.
3
Press the shutter button halfway. The
lens focusing ring will rotate to focus.
X The AF point(s) that achieve(s) focus
will be displayed. At the same time, the beeper will sound and the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will light up.
X In low light, the AF point(s) will light
up briefly in red.
X If necessary, the built-in flash will be
raised automatically.
Focus confirmation light
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Take the picture.
4
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
X The captured image will be displayed
for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.
After you finish shooting, push down
the built-in flash with your fingers.
The <A> mode makes the colors look more impressive in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes. If the desired color tone is not obtained, use a Creative Zone mode and select a Picture Style other than <D> and shoot (p.126).
FAQ
The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not
achieved.
Aim the Area AF frame over an area with good contrast, then press the shutter button halfway (p.45). If you are too close to the subject, move away and try again.
Multiple AF points light up simultaneously.
Focus has been achieved at all those points. As long as the AF point covering the desired subject lights up, you can take the picture.
The beeper continues to beep softly. (The focus confirmation
light <o> does not light up.)
It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving subject. (The focus confirmation light <o> does not light up.) You can take sharp pictures of a moving subject. Note that focus lock (p.75) will not work in this case.
Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus the subject.
If the focus mode switch on the lens is set to <MF> (manual focus), set it to <AF> (autofocus).
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The flash fired even though it was daylight.
For a backlit subject, the flash may fire to help lighten the subject’s dark areas. If you do not want the flash to fire, use the Quick Control to set [Flash firing] to [b] (p.90) or set the <7> (Flash Off) mode and shoot (p.77).
The flash fired and the picture came out extremely bright.
Move further from the subject and shoot. When shooting flash photography, if the subject is too close to the camera, the picture may come out extremely bright (overexposure).
In low light, the built-in flash fired a series of flashes.
Pressing the shutter button halfway may trigger the built-in flash to fire a series of flashes to assist autofocusing. This is called the AF­assist beam. Its effective range is approx. 4 meters/13.1 feet.
When flash was used, the bottom part of the picture came out
unnaturally dark.
The shadow of the lens barrel was captured in the picture because the subject was too close to the camera. Move further from the subject and shoot. If a hood is attached to the lens, remove it before taking the flash picture.
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Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)

Recomposing the Shot
Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective. In the <A> mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus a still subject, the focus will be locked. You can then recompose the shot and press the shutter button completely to take the picture. This is called “focus lock”. Focus lock is also possible in other Basic Zone modes (except <5>).
Shooting a Moving Subject
In the <A> mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) while or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus the subject continuously. (The beeper will continue beeping softly.) As long as you keep aiming the Area AF frame on the subject while pressing the shutter button halfway, the focusing will be continuous. When you want to take the picture, press the shutter button completely.
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A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)
A Live View Shooting
You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. For details, see page 215.
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
1
shooting switch to <A>. Display the Live View image on
2
the LCD monitor.
Press the <0> button.
The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor.
X
Focus the subject.
3
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus.
X When focus is achieved, the AF point
will turn green and the beeper will sound.
Take the picture.
4
Press the shutter button completely.
The picture will be taken and the captured
X
image is displayed on the LCD monitor.
X After the image review ends, the
camera will return to Live View shooting automatically.
Press the <0> button to end the
Live View shooting.
You can also rotate the LCD monitor in different directions (p.34).
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7 Disabling Flash

<7> is a fully-automatic shooting mode that does not use flash. It is useful in museums, aquariums, and other places where flash is prohibited. This mode is also effective for capturing the particular ambience of a scene, such as candlelight scenes.
Shooting Tips
Prevent camera shake if the numeric display in the viewfinder
blinks.
Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder’s shutter speed display will blink. Hold the camera steady or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to reduce blur caused by camera shake even while handholding the camera.
Take portraits without flash.
In low-light conditions, tell the subject to keep still until the picture is taken. Any movement by the subject during shooting may result in the subject being blurred in the picture.
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C Creative Auto Shooting

In the <C> mode, you can easily blur the background and change the drive mode and flash firing. You can also choose the ambience you want to convey in your images. The default settings are the same as the <A> mode.
* CA stands for Creative Auto.
Set the Mode Dial to <C>.
1
Press the <Q> button. (7)
2
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Set the desired function.
3
Press the <V> <U> keys to
select a function.
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.69) will appear.
For the setting procedure and details
on each function, see pages 79-80.
Take the picture.
4
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
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Shutter speed Aperture ISO speed
Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following:
(1)Ambience-based shots
You can choose the ambience you want to convey in your images. Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select the desired ambience. You can also select it from a list by pressing <0>. For details, see page
92.
(2)Blurring/sharpening the background
If you move the index mark toward the left, the background will look more blurred. If you move it toward the right, the background will look more in focus. Set it by pressing the <U> key. You can also turn the <6> or <5> dial to move the mark. If you want to blur the background, see “Shooting Portraits” on page 82. Depending on the lens and shooting conditions, the background may not look so blurred. This function cannot be set (grayed out) while the built-in flash is raised in the <a> or <D> mode. If flash is used, this setting will not be applied.
(3)
Battery check
Image-recording quality
(1) (2)
(4)
Possible shots
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(3)Drive mode: Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select the desired drive
mode. You can also select it from a list by pressing <0>. <u> Single shooting:
Shoot one image at a time.
<o> High-speed continuous shooting:
While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be taken continuously. You can shoot up to approx. 7.0 shots per second.
<i> Low-speed continuous shooting:
While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be taken continuously. You can shoot up to approx. 3.0 shots per second.
<B> Silent single shooting:
Single shooting with less shooting sound than <u>.
<M> Silent continuous shooting:
Continuous shooting (max. approx. 3.0 shots per second)
with less shooting sound than <i>. <>Self-timer: 10 sec./remote control: <>Self-timer: 2 sec./remote control:
The picture is taken 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you
press the shutter button. A remote controller can also be
used.
(4)Flash firing: Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select the desired
setting. You can also select it from a list by pressing <0>. <a> Auto flash : The flash fires automatically when necessary. <I> Flash on : The flash fires at all times. <b> Flash off : The flash is disabled.
When using the self-timer, see the notes on page 113. When using <b>, see “Disabling Flash” on page 77.
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8: Special Scene Mode
The camera will automatically choose the appropriate settings when you select a shooting mode for your subject or scene.
Set the Mode Dial to <8>.
1
Press the <Q> button. (7)
2
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Select a shooting mode.
3
Press the <V> <U> keys to
select a shooting mode icon.
Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select
a shooting mode.
You can also select the shooting
Available Shooting Modes in the <8> Mode
Shooting Mode
2 Portrait p.82 6 Night Portrait p.86
3 Landscape p.83 F Handheld Night Scene p.87
4 Close-up p.84 G HDR Backlight Control p.88
5 Sports p.85
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mode icon and press <0> to display a list of shooting modes from which you can select one.
Shooting Mode
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2 Shooting Portraits

The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and hair look softer.
Shooting Tips
The further the distance between the subject and background,
the better.
The further the distance between the subject and background, the more blurred the background will look. The subject will also stand out better against an uncluttered dark background.
Use a telephoto lens.
If you have a zoom lens, use the telephoto end to fill the frame with the subject from the waist up. Move in closer if necessary.
Focus the face.
Check that the AF point covering the face flashes. For close-ups of the face, focus on the eyes.
The default setting is <i> (low-speed continuous shooting). If you hold down the shutter button, you can shoot continuously to capture subtle changes in the subject’s pose and facial expression (max. approx. 3.0 shots/ sec.).
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3 Shooting Landscapes

Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery or to have everything in focus from near to far. For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images.
Shooting Tips
With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end.
When using the wide-angle end of a zoom lens, objects near and far will be in focus better than at the telephoto end. It also adds breadth to landscapes.
Shooting night scenes.
The <3> mode is also good for night scenes because it disables the built-in flash. When shooting night scenes, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
The built-in flash will not fire even in backlit or low-light conditions. If you are using an external Speedlite, the Speedlite will fire.
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4 Shooting Close-ups

When you want to shoot flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macro lens (sold separately).
Shooting Tips
Use a simple background.
A simple background makes small objects such as flowers stand out better.
Move as close as possible to the subject.
Check the lens for its minimum focusing distance. Some lenses have indications such as <MACRO 0.39m/1.3ft> on them. The lens minimum focusing distance is measured from the <V> (focal plane) mark on the top of the camera to the subject. If you are too close to the subject, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink. If you use flash and the bottom of the picture looks unusually dark, move away from the subject.
With a zoom lens, use the telephoto end.
If you have a zoom lens, using the telephoto end will make the subject look larger.
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5 Shooting Moving Subjects

Use the <5> (Sports) mode to shoot a moving subject, such as a running child or a moving vehicle.
Shooting Tips
Use a telephoto lens.
The use of a telephoto lens is recommended for shooting from a distance.
Track the subject with the Area AF frame.
Aim the center AF point over the subject, then press the shutter button halfway to start autofocusing in Area AF frame. During autofocusing, the beeper will continue beeping softly . If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink. The default setting is <o> (high-speed continuous shooting). When you want to take the picture, press the shutter button completely. If you hold down the shutter button, you will be able to maintain autofocusing during continuous shooting of the subject’s movement (max. approx. 7.0 shots per sec.).
Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder’s
shutter speed display on the bottom left will blink. Hold the camera steady and shoot.
If you are using an external Speedlite, the Speedlite will fire.
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6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod)

To shoot people at night and obtain a natural-looking night scene in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Using a tripod is recommended.
Shooting Tips
Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod.
When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view. Also, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
Check the subject’s brightness.
Under low light, the built-in flash will fire automatically to obtain a good exposure of the subject. It is recommended to play back the image after the shooting to check the image brightness. If the subject looks dark, move nearer and shoot again.
Also shoot in another shooting modes.
Since camera shake is prone to occur with night shots, shooting also with <A> and <F> is recommended.
Tell the subject to keep still even after the flash fires. If you use the self-timer together with flash, the self-timer lamp will light
up briefly after the picture is taken.
See the cautions on page 89.
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F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)

Using a tripod for shooting a night scene yields the best results. However, with the <F> (Handheld Night Scene) mode, you can shoot night scenes while handholding the camera. In this mode, four shots are taken continuously for each picture, and a resulting bright image with reduced camera shake is recorded.
Shooting Tips
Hold the camera firmly.
While shooting, hold the camera firmly and steadily. In this mode, four shots are aligned and merged into a single image. However, if there is significant misalignment in any of the four shots due to camera shake, they may not align properly in the final image.
For shots of people, turn on the flash.
If you will include people in the picture, press the <Q> button and set <D> (Flash on). To take a nice portrait, the first shot will use flash. Tell the subject not to move until all four continuous shots are taken.
See the cautions on page 89.
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G Shooting Backlit Scenes

When shooting a scene having both bright and dark areas, use the <G> (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take one picture in this mode, three continuous shots are taken at different exposures. This results in one image, with a wide tonal range, that has minimized the blocked-up shadows caused by backlighting.
Shooting Tips
Hold the camera firmly.
While shooting, hold the camera firmly and steadily. In this mode, three shots are aligned and merged into a single image. However, if there is significant misalignment in any of the three shots due to camera shake, they may not align properly in the final image.
Flash shooting is not possible. In low light, the AF-assist beam may be
emitted (p.102).
See the cautions on pages 89-90.
HDR stands for High Dynamic Range.
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Cautions for <6> Night Portrait and <F> Handheld Night Scene
During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus dots of light such as
in a night scene. In such a case, set the lens’ focus mode switch to <MF> and focus manually.
Cautions for <F> Handheld Night Scene and <G> HDR Backlight Control
Compared with other shooting modes, the shooting area will be smaller. You cannot select RAW or RAW+JPEG. If RAW is set, the image will be
recorded in the 73 quality. Also, if RAW+JPEG is set, the image will be recorded in the set JPEG quality.
If you shoot a moving subject, the subject’s movement may leave
afterimages or the surrounding area of the subject may become dark.
The image alignment may not work properly with repetitive patterns
(lattice, stripes, etc.), flat or single-tone images, or images significantly misaligned due to camera shake.
Recording the image to the card will take longer than with normal
shooting. During the processing of the images, “buSY” will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel and you cannot take another picture until the processing is completed.
If the shooting mode is set to <F> or <G>, direct printing (p.346) is not
possible.
Cautions for <6> Night Portrait
During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus when the face of
the subject looks dark. In such a case, set the lens’ focus mode switch to <MF> and focus manually.
Cautions for <F> Handheld Night Scene
When shooting flash photography, if the subject is too close to the
camera, the picture may come out extremely bright (overexposure).
If you use flash to shoot a night scene with few lights, the shots may not
align correctly. This can result in a blurry photo.
If you use flash and the human subject is close to the background that is
also illuminated by the flash, the shots may not align correctly. This can result in a blurry photo. Unnatural shadows and unsuitable colors may also appear.
External Speedlite flash coverage
• When using a Speedlite with automatic flash coverage setting, the zoom position will be fixed to the wide end, regardless of the lens’ zoom position.
• When using a Speedlite requiring manual flash coverage setting, set the flash head to the wide (normal) position.
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Q Quick Control

Cautions for <G> HDR Backlight Control
Note that the image may not be rendered with a smooth gradation and
may look irregular or have significant noise.
HDR Backlight Control may not be effective for excessively backlit
scenes or extremely high-contrast scenes.
Q Quick Control
In Basic Zone modes when the shooting function settings screen is displayed, you can press the <Q> button to display the Quick Control screen. The table on the next page shows the functions that can be set with the Quick Control screen in each Basic Zone mode.
Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone
1
mode. Press the <Q> button. (7)
2
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Example: Portrait mode
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Set the desired functions.
3
Press the <V> <U> keys to
select a function.
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.69) will appear.
Functions can also be selected with
the <6> or <5> dial.
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Settable Functions in Basic Zone Modes
o: Default setting k: User selectable : Not selectable
Function A 7 C
u: Single shooting o: High-speed continuous shooting i: Low-speed continuous shooting
Drive
B: Silent single shooting
mode
M: Silent continuous shooting Self-timer (p.113) a: Automatic firing
Flash
D: Flash on (Fires at all times) k k k
firing
b: Flash off k o k k o
Ambience-based shots (p.92) Light/scene-based shots (p.96) Blurring/sharpening the background (p.79)
Q
k
o o o k o k k k k k k k k o k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k o o o
Q Quick Control
8
2 3
k k k
k k
k
Function
u: Single shooting o: High-speed continuous shooting i: Low-speed continuous shooting
Drive
B: Silent single shooting
mode
M: Silent continuous shooting Self-timer (p.113) a: Automatic firing
Flash
D: Flash on (Fires at all times) k k
firing
b: Flash off k o o o
Ambience-based shots (p.92) Light/scene-based shots (p.96) k k Blurring/sharpening the background (p.79)
* If you change the shooting mode or set the power switch to <2>, it will revert
to the default settings (except the self-timer).
Q
k
4 5 6 F G
o k o o o k o k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k o o
k k k k
8
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Shoot by Ambience Selection

Except in the <A>, <7>, and <G> Basic Zone modes, you can select the ambience for shooting.
Ambience C
Standard setting kkkkkkk Vivid kkkkkkk Soft kkkkkkk Warm kkkkkkk Intense kkkkkkk Cool kkkkkkk Brighter kkkkkkk Darker kkkkkkk Monochrome kkkkkkk
2 3 4 5 6 F
8
Set the shooting mode to <C> or <8>.
1
If the shooting mode is <8>, set
one of the following: <2>, <3>, <4>, <5>, <6>, or <F>.
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
2
shooting switch to <A>. Display the Live View image.
3
Press the <0> button to display the
Live View image.
On the Quick Control screen,
4
select the desired ambience.
Press the <Q> button (7). Press the <V> key to select [
Standard setting]. [Ambience­based shots] will appear on the
screen.
Press the <U> key to select the
desired ambience.
Ambience Effect
No setting Low / Standard / Strong Low / Standard / Strong Low / Standard / Strong Low / Standard / Strong Low / Standard / Strong Low / Medium / High Low / Medium / High Blue / B/W / Sepia
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Shoot by Ambience Selection
X The LCD monitor will display how the
image will look with the selected ambience.
Set the ambience effect.
5
Press the <V> key to select the
effect bar so that [Effect] appears at the bottom.
Press the <U> key to select the
desired effect.
Take the picture.
6
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
To return to viewfinder shooting,
press the <0> button to exit Live View shooting. Then press the shutter button completely to take the picture.
If you change the shooting mode or
set the power switch to <2>, the
The Live View image shown with the ambience setting applied will not
look exactly the same as the actual photo.
Using flash may minimize the ambience effect. In bright outdoors, the Live View image you see on the LCD monitor may
not have exactly the same brightness or ambience as the actual photo. Set [52: LCD brightness] to 4 and look at the Live View image while the LCD monitor is unaffected by outside light.
setting will revert back to [ Standard setting].
If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed while setting functions, press the <Q> button after step 1 and set [Ambience-based shots] and [Effect].
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Ambience Settings
Standard setting
Standard image characteristics for the respective shooting mode. Note that <2> has image characteristics geared for portraits and <3> is geared for landscapes. Each ambience is a modification of the respective shooting mode’s image characteristics.
Vivid
The subject will look sharp and vivid. It makes the photo look more impressive than with [ Standard setting].
Soft
The subject will look softer and more dainty. Good for portraits, pets, flowers, etc.
Warm
The subject will look softer with warmer colors. Good for portraits, pets, and other subjects to which you want to give a warm look.
Intense
While the overall brightness is slightly lowered, the subject is emphasized for a more intense feeling. Makes the human or living subject stand out more.
Cool
The overall brightness is slightly lowered with a cooler color cast. A subject in the shade will look more calm and impressive.
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Brighter
The picture will look brighter.
Darker
The picture will look darker.
Monochrome
The picture will be monochrome. You can select the monochrome color to be black and white, sepia, or blue. When [Monochrome] is selected, <z> will appear in the viewfinder.
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Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type

In the <2>, <3>, <4>, and <5> Basic Zone modes, you can shoot while the settings match the lighting or scene type. Normally, [ Default setting] is adequate, but if the settings match the lighting condition or scene, the picture will look more accurate to your eye. For Live View shooting, if you set both [Light/scene-based shots] and [Ambience-based shots] (p.92), you should first set [Light/scene- based shots]. This will make it easier to see the resulting effect on the LCD monitor.
Lighting or scene
Default setting k k k k Daylight k k k k Shade k k k k Cloudy k k k k Tungsten light k k k Fluorescent light k k k Sunset k k k k
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8
2 3 4 5
Set the shooting mode to <8>.
1
Set one of the following: <2>, <3>,
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
2
shooting switch to <A>. Display the Live View image.
3
Press the <0> button to display the
<4>, or <5>.
Live View image.
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Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type
On the Quick Control screen,
4
select the lighting or scene type.
Press the <Q> button (7). Press the <V> key to select [
Default setting]. [Light/scene­based shots] will appear on the
screen.
Press the <U> key to select the
desired lighting or scene type.
X The resulting image with the selected
lighting or scene type will be displayed.
Take the picture.
5
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
To return to viewfinder shooting,
press the <0> button to exit Live View shooting. Then press the shutter
If you use flash, the setting will switch to [ Default setting]. (However,
the shooting information will display the lighting or scene type that was set.)
If you want to set this together with [Ambience-based shots], set the
lighting or scene type that best matches the ambience you have set. In the case of [Sunset], for example, warm colors will become prominent so the ambience you set may not work well.
button completely to take the picture.
If you change the shooting mode or
set the power switch to <2>, the setting will revert back to [ Default setting].
If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed when setting functions, press the <Q> button after step 1 and set [Light/scene-based shots].
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Lighting or Scene Type Settings
Default setti ng
Default setting suited for most subjects.
Daylight
For subjects under sunlight. Gives more natural-looking blue skies and greenery and reproduces light-colored flowers better.
Shade
For subjects in the shade. Suitable for skin tones, which may look too bluish, and for light-colored flowers.
Cloudy
For subjects under overcast skies. Makes skin tones and landscapes, which may otherwise look dull on a cloudy day, look warmer. Also effective for light-colored flowers.
Tungsten light
For subjects lit under tungsten lighting. Reduces the reddish-orange color cast caused by tungsten lighting.
Fluorescent light
For subjects under fluorescent lighting. Suited for all types of fluorescent lighting.
Sunset
Suitable when you want to capture the sunset’s impressive colors.
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Setting the AF and
Drive Modes
The 19 AF points in the viewfinder make AF shooting suitable for a wide variety of subjects and scenes.
You can also select the AF operation and drive mode that best match the shooting conditions and subject.
The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes (d/ s/f/a/F).
In Basic Zone modes, the AF operation and AF point (AF
area selection mode) are set automatically.
<AF> stands for autofocus. <MF> stands for manual focus.
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f: Selecting the AF OperationN
You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF operation is set automatically for the respective shooting mode.
Set the lens focus mode switch to
1
<AF>.
Turn the Mode Dial to a Creative
2
Zone mode. Press the <f> button. (9)
3
Select the AF operation.
4
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> or <5> dial.
X : One-Shot AF 9 : AI Focus AF Z : AI Servo AF
In Creative Zone modes, you can also press the <p> button to autofocus.
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