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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS 600, an autofocus and auto exposure SLR camera designed with the most advanced electronic and computer technology.
The EOS 600 features a dedicated EF lens with a built-in motor, a newly-developed distance me tering sensor (BASIS; base-stored image sensor) and a high-speed super microprocessor, all com bined to offer accurate and fast focus. Its Predictive Focus control captures high-speed subjects even when coming head-on. The built-in motor drive lets you take approximately 5 frames per second for continuous shooting.
Other advanced functions include Programmed Image Oontrol that sets controls for 7 types of photos, and Oustom Function Oontrol that lets you re-program 7 operations to your Individual preference.
Please read this manual carefully for a full un derstanding before using the camera.
Important information
The Canon EOS 600 will give optimum per formance together with specially designed Canon EF lenses, flash units and other Canon brand accessories. It is possible that the use of incompatible lenses or other accessories may result in unsatisfactory performance or dam age to your Canon EOS 600. We, therefore suggest the use of Canon EF lenses and ac cessories. Damage to your camera, as a result of malfunction or improper connections caused by the use of incompatible products may void the product warranty.
NOMENCLATURE
LCD Display Panel
Electronic Input Dial
Shutter Button
Grip/
Battery Cover
Self-timer Operation
Indicator (LED)
Distance Index
lanual Focusing Ring
Accessory Shoe
Main Switch
Film Plane Indicator
Exposure Compensation Button
Shooting Mode Selector
Neckstrap Fixture
Back Cover Lock Button
Back Cover Latch
Focus Mode Switch
Lens Release Button
Depth-of-Field Check Button
lanual Aperture Set Button
Display Panel Illumination
Button
Viewfinder Eyepiece
Partial Metering Button
Grip Screw
O Filnn Rewind Button |
O Film Winding Mode Selector |
Q AF Mode Selector |
O Battery Check Button |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preliminary Preparations and Operation at the |
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Standard Position |
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Loading the Battery.............................................. |
6 |
Checking the Battery............................................ |
7 |
Attaching the Lens .............................................. |
8 |
Holding the Camera ............................................ |
10 |
AF Focusing ....................................................... |
11 |
Loading the Film ................................................. |
12 |
Manual Film Speed Setting ................................. |
13 |
Standard (Full-Auto) Position .............................. |
14 |
Focus Lock.......................................................... |
15 |
Automatic Film Rewind ....................................... |
16 |
Programmed Image Control................................ |
18 |
Setting the AF Mode ........................................... |
22 |
Setting the Film Winding Mode ........................... |
23 |
Self-timer Photography........................................ |
24 |
Difficult Subjects for Autofocus ........................... |
26 |
Manual Focusing................................................. |
28 |
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