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Wel co me t o th e Wo r ld of th e EO S- 1 N, T he F la gs hi p C am er a of t he E OS S er ie s
Thank you for selecting a Canon EOS camera.
Thousands of professional photographers throughout the world are devot
ed users of the EOS-1 — a flexible, high-precision tool responsible for
recording on film countless decisive moments and masterpieces of photo
graphic art. The EOS-1 N continues the EOS-1 tradition and extends the
state of the art even further by combining all of the superb features of the
EOS-1 with several new functions and mechanisms requested by EOS-1
users to create the ultimate professional photographic tool.
New Features include:
1. Advanced Multi-BASIS AF (autofocus) sensor with five selectable
focusing points for wide-area coverage.
2. Improved focus prediction and object tracking performance.
3. Improved shooting speed (up to 6 frames/sec. with Power Drive
Booster El).
4. Choice of five metering patterns, including 16-zone evaluative, cen
ter-weighted average, 9% partial, 3.5% spot metering linked to
each focusing point, and 2.3% fine spot metering.
5. Enhanced multiple-zone TTL flash sensor plus built-in flash expo
sure compensation control up to ±3 steps in 1/3-step increments.
6. Silent drive mechanism for super-quiet film rewinding.
7. Improved and expanded custom functions for greatly enhanced
operational flexibility, letting you customize many facets of the cam
era's operation to match your shooting style. New custom functions
include;
• Choice of silent or high-speed rewind
• Mirror lock
• Flash output reduction control
• Ability to set shutter speeds and aperture values in 1-step, 1/2-step or
1/3-step increments
• Ability to select individual focusing points with quick control dial
• Ability to change AEB exposure order and prevent cancellation
8. Built-in eyepiece shutter.
The EOS-1 N family consists of the following three models in addition to
the standard model:
• EOS-1 N DP: This model combines the BP-E1* AA-size battery pack with the
EOS-1 N, allowing the user to switch between the standard
2CR5 lithium battery or AA-size batteries depending on the
shooting situation. (Refer to page 93.)
• EOS-1 N HS: This model combines the Power Drive Booster El* with the
EOS-1 N, providing high-speed continuous shooting and
increased shooting capacity. (Refer to page 96.)
• EOS-1 N RS**: This model features a non-moving, hard-coated new pellicle mirror
which provides non-interrupted viewing through the viewfinder and
rapid-fire continuous shooting at 10 frames/sec. Moreover, the
camera’s release time lag (the time between when the shutter but
ton is pressed and when the exposure occurs) is reduced to a
mere 0.006 sec. (Refer to page 100.)
• BP-E1 and Power Drive Booster El must be purchased separately in North America.
**The EOS-1 N RS is scheduled for availability in Spring 1995.
General Precautions
Before an important event such as a trip or wedding, be sure to test the camera to make
sure it is operating correctly.
The EOS-1 N will give optimum performance together with exclusively designed Canon
EF lenses, flash and other Canon brand accessories. It is possible that the use of incom
patible lenses or other accessories may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to
your EOS-1 N. We therefore suggest the use of Canon EF lenses and accessories.
Damage to your Canon camera as a result of malfunction or improper connections caused
by the use of incompatible products may void its warranty.
Throughout this manual special precautions relating to the various camera
operations are enclosed In boxes marked with the following symbols.
41: Cautionary measures to ensure proper camera use and prevent undesired
results or malfunction.
: Reference information for helping you gain maximum functionality from your
camera.
Helpful hints for using your camera productively and with maximum efficiency.
To keep your camera in top working condition, be sure to read the Camera Care
and Precautions section on page 6.
After reading this manual, store it in a convenient place that is quick and easy to
access when necessary.
Camera Care and Precautions
1. Handling, Cleaning and Storage
2. Liquid Crystal Display information
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1 Shooting Preparations
and Basic Operation
(1 Selecting the AF and
Metering Modes
III Selecting the Shooting
Mode
• Attaching the Strap
1. Loading the Battery
2. Checking the Battery Level
(Film Shooting Capacity)
3.Operating the Main Switch.... 16
4. Setting and Adjusting Basic Functions .17
1. Selecting the Five Focusing
Points {C])
• Selecting a Focusing
Point
• Focus Lock
2. Selecting the AF Mode
• One-Shot Autofocus
1. Shutter-priority AE [Tv]
2. Aperture-priority AE [Av]........52
3. Depth-of-Field AE [DEP]
• Using Manual Focusing
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IV Configuring the
Camera
V Using Flash
VI Custom Functions
1. Manually Setting the Film Speed
2. Changing the Film Winding Mode....67
• Film Winding Automatic Gear
Switching Function
• Maximum Continuous Shooting
Speed in Different AF Modes
1. Using EOS Dedicated Speedlites ....77
• Automatic Flash Output
Reduction Control
1. Setting and Resetting Custom
Functions
• Setting a Custom Function..82
Additional Information for the
EOS-1 NDP Model.......................93
Additional Information for the
EOS-1 NHS Model.......................96
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• Now funoiions appearing on the EOS-1 N foi the first time are indicated by an (). If you
are already familiar with the operation of the EOS-1, you can quickly familiarize yourself with
4 the EOS-1 N by just reading the text sections indicated by an (g] )•
3. Blinking “ be ” Display
4. Battery Information
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5. Camera Operation with a Low
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Nomenclature
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5. Lens Attachment
• Removing the Lens
6. Dioptric Adjustment
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7. Shutter Button Operation
and Autofocus
8. Film Loading
• A1 Servo Autofocus
3. Difficult Subjects for Autofocus
4. Manual Focusing
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• Full-time Manual Focusing
with USM Lenses................36
5. Selecting the Metering Mode..
• Evaluative Metering (®)
Point Selection Mode
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• Using Automatic Focusing
Point Selection Mode
4. Manual Exposure [M]
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• Removing Film
• Removing Rim in Mid-Roll (
9. Custom Functions
10. Program AE mode [P]
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• Program Shift Function... ...27
• Partial Metering ([pj)
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• Fine Spot Metering
(H)(ia)
6. AE Lock...............................
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7. Exposure Compensation.... ...42
8. Auto Exposure Bracketing
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6. Multiple Exposures ( a )....
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(frames/sec.)
3. Changing the Film 6. Infrared Photography
Rewinding Mode ([j])
4. Using the Self-Timer (<S))
• Using the Eyepiece
Shutter (0).........................
2. Flash Exposure Compensation
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• Speedlites Capable of Flash
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5. Locking the Mirror Up ((a)... ..72
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7. Checking the Depth of Field .....74
8. Illuminating the LCD Panel
9. Resetting the Camera to Its
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Initial Settings
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Exposure Compensation
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Functions F-5 and F-11 ...
2. Custom Function Chart ( k] )..84
Attaching the Standard Grip
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Additional Information for the Specifications.............................
EOS-1 NRS Model
Troubleshooting
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Quick Guide to EOS-1 N Functions...115
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Camera Care and Precautions
1. Handling, Cleaning and Storage
• This camera is a high-precision instrument. Be careful not to drop it or subject
it to shock.
• The Canon EOS-1 N has been designed for increased resistance to moisture.
However, this camera is not waterproof and must therefore be handled with
reasonable care. Keep the camera out of salt spray and protect it from exces
sive moisture. If used at the beach, clean it thoroughly afterward with a dry
cloth. If dropped in water, contact an authorized Canon service facility.
• This camera contains high-precision circuits. Do not attempt to disassemble
the camera yourself. Always take it to an authorized Canon service facility for
repair.
• Do not touch the camera’s electronic contacts with your fingers. Touching the
contacts can cause corrosion and affect proper camera operation.
• After removing a lens from the camera, place it face down on a flat surface to
avoid damaging the electronic contacts on the lens mount.
• Condensation is a problem when bringing cold equipment into a warm place.
If the autofocus optics cloud over, accuracy may be seriously affected. Before
entering a warm place, put equipment in a plastic bag so condensation forms
on the outside of the bag.
• To remove dust from the lens, viewfinder eyepiece, mirror, focusing screen or
film chamber, gently blow the dust away using a commercially-available bulbtype blower. Avoid directly touching any of these surfaces. Do not wipe the
camera body or lens with any type of cleaner containing organic solvents.
When further cleaning is necessary, consult your nearest Canon service center.
• The shutter curtain operates with extremely high precision and can be easily
damaged if touched. When loading or unloading film, be careful not to touch
the shutter curtain accidentally with your finger or the tip of the film. To
remove dust from the shutter curtain or surrounding area, only use a blower
and be careful not to blow air onto the curtain too strongly. Strongly blowing
air onto the curtain may deform or damage it. Aerosol spray dust removers
are not recommended for the shutter curtain.
• When storing the camera, wrap it in a clean, soft cloth and place it in a wellventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place. Be sure to keep the camera out of direct
sunlight, and away from “hot spots” such as the trunk or rear window shelf of
a car. Avoid places where moth balls are used, and in extreme humidity, use
a desiccant. To prevent corrosion, avoid storing the camera in a laboratory or
other location where chemicals are used. Also, do not store the camera in a
drawer or other non-ventilated place. Remove the battery if you do not expect
to use the camera for about three weeks or longer. It is also recommended to
take the camera out and release the shutter occasionally to prevent build up
of mold or corrosion.
Camera Care and Precautions
• A minute amount of battery power is used for the display even when the main
switch is set to B . This does not affect the camera’s shooting capacity (num
ber of film rolls possible per battery).
• Carefully check the camera’s operation after lengthy storage. When the cam
era has not been used for a long time, or before an important trip or shooting
assignment, we recommend having the camera thoroughly tested at a Canon
service center.
2. Liquid Crysia! Display information
The LCD panel uses liquid crystal to indicate camera settings. Due to the charac
teristics of the liquid crystal, the display may become difficult to read because of its
life span which varies according to the condition of use. If this occurs, have it
replaced at an authorized Canon service facility. Replacement is at the owner’s
expense in case of out of warranty term.
Liquid crystal may also respond relatively slowly in temperatures below 32°F/0°C. It
may also darken in temperatures of around 140°F/60°C. The LCD panel will return
when the temperature returns to normal.
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There are two conditions in which the blinking “ be ” will appear in the LCD panel:
(1) when the battery is nearly exhausted or (2) when the camera’s self-test process
detects an internal malfunction. If the blinking “ be ” indicator appears, perform the
following operations:
1. Press the battery check button to check the battery level. If the battery level is
low, replace the battery with a new one.
2. If the indicator shows a sufficient battery level, remove the battery, wipe the bat
tery terminals and reload it.
3. Release the shutter once.
If the “ be ” display stops blinking, the problem is corrected and you can contin
ue using the camera normally. If the blinking does not stop, the camera needs to
be examined by an authorized Canon service facility.
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Camera Care and Precautions
4. Battery information
This camera requires battery power for operation. Always check the battery at the
following times;
1. When loading a new battery
2. After lengthy storage
3. If the shutter will not release
4. In cold weather
5. Before an important shooting assignment
• Wipe the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth to ensure proper contact.
• The battery may explode or cause burns if disassembled, recharged, shorted,
exposed to high temperatures, or disposed of in fire. Be sure to observe all pre
cautions indicated on the battery package. Always keep batteries out of the
reach of children.
• Lithium battery performance deteriorates slightly in temperatures below
0°C/32°F. Keep the camera and especially a spare battery close to your body or
in an inside pocket to keep it warm until use.
5. Camera Operation with a Low Battery
Even if the battery indicator blinks or does not appear in the LCD panel during bat
tery check, exposure will be correct as long as the shutter releases. When the bat
tery power drops below a certain level, film advance and rewinding stop operating
and “ be ” blinks in the display. Film winding automatically resumes after a new
battery is loaded. To resume rewinding, press the film rewind button ( Qn ).
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Nomenclature
• Page numbers of sections related to each component are indicated in
parentheses.
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