Canon EOS 6D User Guide

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INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

ENGLISH

EOS 6D (WG) EOS 6D (N)

The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions.

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Introduction

The EOS 6D (WG/N) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a full-frame (approx. 35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, DIGIC 5+, high-precision and high-speed 11-point AF, approx. 4.5 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full HighDefinition (Full HD) movie shooting, Wi-Fi*, and GPS*.

* The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions.

Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following

To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety Precautions” (p.382-384) and “Handling Precautions” (p.16, 386). Also, read this manual carefully to ensure that you use the camera correctly.

Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with the Camera

While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they come out. You can then better understand the camera. Be sure to store this manual safely, too, so that you can refer to it again when necessary.

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

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.

The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:

• SD memory cards

• SDHC memory cards*

• SDXC memory cards*

* UHS-I cards compatible.

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.216) 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 website.

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Item Check List

Battery Pack

LP-E6

(with protective cover)

Battery Charger

LC-E6/LC-E6E*

Interface Cable IFC-200U Stereo AV Cable

AVC-DC400ST

Camera

(with body cap)

Wide Strap

EW-EOS6D

EOS Solution Disk

(Software)

When you need Lens Instruction Manuals, download them from the Canon website (p.5). The lens instruction manuals (PDF) are for lenses sold individually. Note that when purchasing the Lens Kit, some of the accessories included with the lens may not match those listed in the Lens Instruction Manual.

Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.

EOS Solution Disk XXX

CEL-XXX XXX

XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX

Windows XXX XXX

Mac OS X XXX XXX

e d

* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a power

cord.)

 The Instruction Manuals 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, lens instruction manuals may also be included.  Be careful not to lose any of the above items.

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Instruction Manuals

Camera Basic Instruction Manual, Wi-Fi Function Basic Instruction Manual and GPS Function Instruction Manual

The booklet is composed of Camera Instruction Manual (Basic-version), Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Basicversion), and GPS Function Instruction Manual (Fullversion). More detailed Instruction Manuals (PDF files) can be downloaded from the Canon website.

Downloading and Viewing the Instruction Manuals (PDF Files)

1 Download the Instruction Manuals (PDF files).

 Connect to the Internet and access the following Canon website.

www.canon.com/icpd

 Select your country or region of residence and download the

Instruction Manuals.

Instruction Manuals Available for Download

• Camera Instruction Manual

• Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual

• Camera Basic Instruction Manual, Wi-Fi Function Basic Instruction Manual and GPS Function Instruction Manual

• Lens Instruction Manuals

• Software Instruction Manuals

2 View the Instruction Manuals (PDF files).



Double-click a downloaded Instruction Manual (PDF file) to open it.

 To view the Instruction Manuals (PDF files), Adobe Acrobat

Reader DC or other Adobe PDF viewer (most recent version recommended) is required.

 Adobe Acrobat Reader DC can be downloaded free from the

Internet.

 To learn how to use a PDF viewer, refer to its Help section.

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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> : Indicates the Multi-controller and the push

direction.

<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> button and changing the setting.

M : When shown on the upper right of a page, it indicates that the

function is available only in the Creative Zone modes (p.24).

(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.

: Warning to prevent shooting problems.

: Supplemental information.

: Tips or advice for better shooting.

: Problem-solving advice.

Basic Assumptions

All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch

has been set to < left (Multi function lock released) (p.34, 47).

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 an

EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens as an example.

remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 16 sec. respectively after you let go of the button.

1> and the <R> switch has been set to the

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Chapters

345

67891011121314

For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.

Introduction

Getting Started

Basic Shooting

Setting the AF and Drive Modes

Image Settings

Advanced Operations

Flash Photography

Shooting with the LCD Monitor

Shooting Movies

Image Playback

Post-Processing Images

Sensor Cleaning

Printing Images

Customizing the Camera

Reference

(Live View Shooting)

101

141

169

179

203

235

271

279

285

301

331

Downloading Images to Your Computer

387

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Introduction 2

Compatible Cards............................................................................. 3

Item Check List................................................................................. 4

Instruction Manuals .......................................................................... 5

Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 6

Chapters........................................................................................... 7

Index to Features ........................................................................... 14

Handling Precautions .................................................................... 16

Quick Start Guide ........................................................................... 18

Nomenclature ................................................................................. 20

Getting Started 27

Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 28

Installing and Removing the Battery............................................... 30

Installing and Removing the Card .................................................. 31

Turning on the Power ..................................................................... 34

Setting the Date, Time, and Zone................................................... 36

Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 38

Attaching and Detaching a Lens..................................................... 39

About the Lens Image Stabilizer..................................................... 42

Basic Operation.............................................................................. 43

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 49

3 Menu Operations.................................................................. 51

Before You Start ............................................................................. 53

Formatting the Card .................................................................... 53

Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off ................................ 55

Setting the Image Review Time .................................................. 55

Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On ................................................. 56

Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings ............................ 56

Q Displaying the Electronic Level............................................... 60

Feature Guide and Help................................................................. 63

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Basic Shooting 65

A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...................66

A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)..........................69

C Creative Auto Shooting.............................................................71

8: Special Scene Mode .............................................................74

2 Shooting Portraits ......................................................................75

3 Shooting Landscapes ...............................................................76

4 Shooting Close-ups....................................................................77

5 Shooting Moving Subjects ........................................................78

6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod) ....................................79

F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)............................................80

G Shooting Backlit Scenes............................................................81

Q Quick Control.............................................................................83

Shoot by Ambience Selection.........................................................84

Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type....................................................87

Setting the AF and Drive Modes 91

f: Selecting the AF Operation .....................................................92

S Selecting AF Points ..................................................................94

When Autofocus Fails.....................................................................96

MF: Manual Focusing ..................................................................97

i Selecting the Drive Mode..........................................................98

j Using the Self-timer .................................................................100

Contents

Image Settings 101

Setting the Image-Recording Quality............................................102

i: Setting the ISO Speed .........................................................106

A Selecting a Picture Style ...................................................... 112

A Customizing a Picture Style .................................................115

A Registering a Picture Style ................................................... 118

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Contents

Setting the White Balance............................................................ 120

O Custom White Balance ....................................................... 121

P Setting the Color Temperature ........................................... 122

White Balance Correction............................................................. 123

Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast................................. 125

Noise Reduction Settings............................................................. 126

Highlight Tone Priority .................................................................. 130

Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction.... 131

Creating and Selecting a Folder................................................... 134

File Numbering Methods .............................................................. 136

Setting Copyright Information....................................................... 138

Setting the Color Space................................................................ 140

Advanced Operations 141

d: Program AE ............................................................................ 142

s: Shutter-Priority AE................................................................ 144

f: Aperture-Priority AE ............................................................. 146

Depth of Field Preview .............................................................. 147

a: Manual Exposure................................................................... 148

q Selecting the Metering Mode.................................................. 149

Setting Exposure Compensation.................................................. 151

h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)........................................... 152

A AE Lock................................................................................... 153

F: Bulb Exposures....................................................................... 154

w: HDR (High Dynamic Range) Shooting.............................. 155

P Multiple Exposures................................................................. 158

2 Mirror Lockup ........................................................................ 165

Using the Eyepiece Cover............................................................ 166

F Using a Remote Switch............................................................ 167

R Remote Control Shooting.......................................................... 167

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Flash Photography 169

D Flash Photography.................................................................... 170

Setting the Flash...........................................................................172

Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) 179

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor...............................................180

Shooting Function Settings...........................................................185

Menu Function Settings ................................................................ 187

Using AF to Focus (AF Method) ...................................................192

Focusing Manually........................................................................199

Shooting Movies 203

k Shooting Movies ....................................................................204

Shooting Function Settings...........................................................215

Setting the Movie-Recording Size.................................................216

Setting the Sound Recording........................................................218

Setting the Time Code ..................................................................220

Menu Function Settings ................................................................ 223

Shooting Video Snapshots............................................................225

Image Playback 235

x Image Playback .....................................................................236

B: Shooting Information Display ............................................238

He Searching for Images Quickly ............................................242

u Magnified View .......................................................................244

b Rotating the Image .................................................................246

Setting Ratings..............................................................................247

Q Quick Control for Playback ..................................................... 249

k Enjoying Movies .....................................................................251

k Playing Movies .......................................................................253

Contents

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Contents

X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes ................................. 255

Slide Show (Auto Playback)......................................................... 257

Viewing the Images on TV............................................................ 261

K Protecting Images .................................................................. 265

L Erasing Images........................................................................ 267

Changing Image Playback Settings ............................................. 269

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness ...................................... 269

Auto Rotation of Vertical Images .............................................. 270

Post-Processing Images 271

R Processing RAW Images with the Camera........................... 272

S Resize..................................................................................... 277

Sensor Cleaning 279

f Automatic Sensor Cleaning .................................................. 280

Appending Dust Delete Data........................................................ 281

Manual Sensor Cleaning.............................................................. 283

Printing Images 285

Preparing to Print.......................................................................... 286

w Printing................................................................................... 288

Trimming the Image .................................................................. 293

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) ......................................... 295

W Direct Printing of Print-Ordered Images ................................. 298

p Specifying Images for a Photobook......................................... 299

Customizing the Camera 301

Setting Custom Functions ............................................................ 302

Custom Functions ........................................................................ 303

Custom Function Settings ............................................................ 304

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C.Fn I: Exposure .......................................................................304

C.Fn II: Autofocus .....................................................................307

C.Fn III: Operation/Others .........................................................311

8: AF Microadjustment ...............................................................314

8: Custom Controls ....................................................................320

Registering My Menu....................................................................327

w Register Custom Shooting Modes ..........................................328

Reference 331

B Button Functions ................................................................332

Checking the Battery Information..................................................334

Using a Household Power Outlet..................................................338

Using Eye-Fi Cards.......................................................................339

Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode ..............342

Menu Settings...............................................................................346

System Map ..................................................................................354

Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................356

Error Codes...................................................................................370

Specifications................................................................................371

Safety Precautions .......................................................................382

Handling Precautions: EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM ................385

Downloading Images to Your Computer 387

Downloading Images to a Computer.............................................388

About the Software .......................................................................390

Installing the Software...................................................................392

Index .............................................................................................394

Contents

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Index to Features

Power

Charging the battery  p.28 Battery check  p.35

Battery information check

 Household power outlet  p.338 Auto power off  p.55

 p.334

Card

Format  p.53

Release shutter without

card  p.32

Lens

Attaching/Detaching  p.39 Zoom  p.40 Image Stabilizer  p.42

Basic Settings

Language  p.38 Date/Time/Zone  p.36 Beeper  p.346 Copyright information  p.138 Clear all camera settings  p.56

Viewfinder

Dioptric adjustment  p.43 Eyepiece cover  p.166 Electronic level  p.61

LCD Monitor

Brightness adjustment  p.269 Electronic level  p.60 Feature guide  p.63 Help  p.64

AF operation  p.92 AF point selection  p.94 AF Microadjustment  p.314 Manual focusing  p.97

Metering

Metering mode  p.149

Drive

Drive mode  p.98 Self-timer  p.100 Maximum burst  p.105

Recording Images

Create/select a folder  p.134 File numbering  p.136

Image Quality

Image-recording quality  p.102 ISO speed  p.106 Picture Style  p.112 White balance  p.120 Auto Lighting Optimizer  p.125

Noise reduction for

high ISO speeds  p.126

Noise reduction for long

exposures  p.128

Highlight tone priority  p.130

Peripheral illumination

correction  p.131

Chromatic aberration

correction  p.132

Color space  p.140

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Index to Features

Shooting

Shooting mode  p.24 HDR  p.155 Multiple exposures  p.158 Mirror lockup  p.165 Depth-of-field preview  p.147 Remote control  p.167 Quick Control  p.49

Exposure Adjustment

Exposure compensation  p.151 AEB  p.152 AE lock  p.153 Safety shift  p.306

Flash

External flash  p.169

External flash function

settings  p.172

External Speedlite

Custom Functions  p.177

Live View Shooting

Live View shooting  p.179 Focusing  p.192 Aspect ratio  p.188

Movie Shooting

Movie shooting  p.203 Movie recording size  p.216 Sound recording  p.218 Time code  p.220 Still photo shooting  p.213 Video snapshot  p.225

Playback

Image review time  p.55 Single-image display  p.236 

Shooting information display

Index display  p.242 

Image browsing (Jump display)

Magnified view  p.244 Image rotate  p.246 Rating  p.247 Movie playback  p.253 Slide show  p.257 Viewing images on TV  p.261 Protect  p.265 Erase  p.267

 p.238

 p.243

Image Editing

RAW image processing  p.272 Resize  p.277

Printing

PictBridge  p.286 Print Order (DPOF)  p.295 Photobook Set-up  p.299

Customization

Custom Functions (C.Fn)  p.303 Custom Controls  p.320 My Menu  p.327 Custom shooting mode  p.328

Sensor Cleaning and Dust Reduction

Sensor cleaning  p.280 Append Dust Delete Data  p.281

Wi-Fi/GPS*

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual



GPS

GPS Function Instruction Manual



* The EOS 6D (N) does not have the

Wi-Fi and GPS functions.

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Handling Precautions

Also read “Handling Precautions” on page 386.

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.  To maximize the camera's dust- and drip- resistance, keep the terminal

cover, battery compartment cover, card slot cover, and all other covers firmly closed.

 This camera is designed to be dust- and drip- resistant, in order to help

prevent sand, dust, dirt, or water that falls on it unexpectedly from getting inside, but it is impossible to prevent dirt, dust, water, or salt from getting inside at all. As far as possible, do not allow dirt, dust, water, and salt to get on the camera.

 If water gets on the camera, wipe it off with a dry and clean cloth. If dirt, dust,

or salt gets on the camera, wipe it off with a clean, well-wrung wet cloth.

 Using the camera in a location with large amounts of dirt or dust may cause

a malfunction.

 Cleaning the camera after use is recommended. Allowing dirt, dust, water, or

salt to remain on the camera may cause a malfunction.

 If you accidentally drop the camera into water or are concerned that

moisture (water), dirt, dust, or salt may have gotten inside it, promptly consult the nearest Canon Service Center.

 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.

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Handling Precautions

 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.

 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.

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Quick Start Guide

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.

Attach the lens (p.39).

 Align it with the red dot.

Set the lens focus mode switch to <f> (p.39).

Set the power switch to <1>

(p.34)

 When the LCD monitor displays the

date/time/zone setting screens, see page 36.

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Quick Start Guide

While holding down the center of the Mode Dial, set it to <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.66).

 All the necessary camera settings

will be set automatically.

Focus the subject (p.44).

 Look through the viewfinder and

aim the viewfinder center over the subject.

 Press the shutter button halfway,

and the camera will focus the subject.

Take the picture (p.44).

 Press the shutter button completely

to take the picture.

Review the picture (p.55).

 The captured image will be

displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.

 To display the image again, press

x> button (p.236).

the <

 To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View

Shooting” (p.179).

 To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.236).  To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.267).

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Nomenclature

LCD panel (p.22)

ISO speed setting button (p.106)

<q> Metering mode selection button (p.149)

LCD panel illumination button (p.48)

<6> Main Dial (p.45)

Shutter button (p.44)

Self-timer lamp (p.100)

Remote control sensor (p.167)

Grip (Battery compartment)

DC coupler cord hole (p.338)

Depth-of-field preview button (p.147)

Mirror (p.165, 283)

<F> Remote control terminal (N3 type) (p.167)

> Drive mode selection button (p.98)

<f> AF operation selection button (p.92)

<q/C>Audio/video OUT/

Lens mount index (p.39)

Flash-sync contacts

Hot shoe (p.170)

Lens lock pin

Lens mount

Contacts (p.17)

Digital terminal (p.264/286, 388)

Mode Dial lock release button (p.45)

Mode Dial (p.24)

Strap mount (p.27)

Speaker (p.253)

Microphone (p.219)

Lens release button (p.40)

Body cap (p.39)

<Y> External microphone IN terminal (p.219)

<D> HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.261)

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Nomenclature

<V> Focal plane mark

<A/k> Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch (p.179/203) <0> Start/Stop button (p.180, 204)

Dioptric adjustment knob (p.43)

Eyecup (p.166)

Viewfinder eyepiece

Power switch (p.34)

<M> Menu button (p.51)

Info button (p.48, 60, 64, 182, 210, 236, 332)

LCD monitor (p.51, 269)

Tripod socket

Index/Magnify/Reduce button (p.242/244)

<x> Playback button (p.236)

<9> Multi-controller (p.47)

<L> Erase button (p.267)

AF start button (p.44, 181, 211)

<A> AE lock/ FE lock button (p.153/170)

<S> AF point selection button (p.94)

<Q> Quick Control button (p.49)

Strap mount (p.27)

Card slot cover (p.31)

Battery compartment cover release lever (p.30)

Battery compartment cover (p.30)

Access lamp (p.33)

Multi function lock switch (p.47)

<0> Setting button (p.51)

<5> Quick Control Dial (p.46)

Card slot (p.31)

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Nomenclature

Drive mode (p.98)

u Single shooting i Continuous shooting B Silent single shooting M Silent continuous

shooting Q Self-timer: 10 sec./ Remote control k Self-timer: 2 sec./ Remote control

<h> AEB (p.152)

AF operation (p.92)

One-Shot AF

AI Focus AF

AI Servo AF

4L

Manual focus

Wi-Fi function <k/l>

12

<r> GPS acquisition status

<x> Logging function

<M> Multi Shot Noise Reduction (p.126)

Multiple-exposure shooting (p.158)

Aperture

Battery check (p.35)

ISO speed (p.106)

<g> ISO speed (p.106)

<A> Highlight tone priority (p.130)

<w> HDR shooting (p.155)

Electronic level

Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount (p.151) AEB range (p.152) Flash exposure compensation amount (p.170)

Metering mode (p.149)

q Evaluative metering w Partial metering r Spot metering e Center-weighted

average metering

Possible shots Self-timer countdown Bulb exposure time Error No. Remaining images to record

Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Multi function lock warning (L) No card warning (Card) Error code (Err) Cleaning image sensor (

CLn)

AF point selection (

[ ]

AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)

Card full warning (FuLL) Card error warning (Card Err)

- - - -

- -

LCD Panel

The display will show only the settings currently applied.

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Viewfinder Information

Focusing screen (p.312)

<h> Warning symbol (p.313)

<z> Battery check (p.35)

<A> AE lock (p.153) / AEB in-progress (p.152)

<D> Flash-ready (p.170) Improper FE lock warning

<d> FE lock (p.170) / FEB in-progress (p.176) <e> High-speed sync (p.175)

<y> Flash exposure compensation (p.170)

Shutter speed (p.144) FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Multi function lock warning (L)

Nomenclature

AF points (p.94) (Superimposed display)

Spot metering circle (p.150)

<g> ISO speed (p.106)

<o> Focus confirmation

light (p.67)

Max. burst (p.105) Number of remaining multiple

exposures (p.160)

ISO speed (p.106)

<A> Highlight tone priority (p.130)

Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount (p.151) AEB range (p.152) Flash exposure compensation amount (p.170) Electronic level (p.61)

AF point selection

- - - -

[ ]

AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)

(

Card full warning (FuLL) Card error warning (Card) No card warning (Card)

Aperture (p.146)

The display will show only the settings currently applied.

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Nomenclature

Basic Zone

All you do is press the shutter button. The camera sets everything to suit the subject or scene.

A: Scene Intelligent Auto (p.66) C : Creative Auto (p.71)

8: Special scene (p.74)

2 : Portrait (p.75) 3 : Landscape (p.76) 4 : Close-up (p.77) 5 : Sports (p.78) 6 : Night Portrait (p.79) F :

Handheld Night Scene (p.80)

G : HDR Backlight Control (p.81)

Creative Zone

These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects.

d : Program AE (p.142) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.144) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.146) a : Manual exposure (p.148)

F : Bulb (p.154)

Custom shooting mode

You can register the shooting mode (d/s/f/a/F), AF operation, menu settings, etc., to the w or x Mode Dial setting and shoot (p.328).

Mode Dial

Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button).

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Lens

EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM

Focus mode switch (p.39)

Hood mount (p.41)

φ77mm filter thread (front of lens)

Distance scale

Infrared index

Zoom ring (p.40)

Nomenclature

Zoom position index (p.40)

Focusing ring (p.97, 199)

Image Stabilizer switch (p.42)

Contacts (p.386)

Lens mount index (p.39)

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Nomenclature

Battery pack slot

Charge lamp

Power plug

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.

Power cord

Power cord socket

Battery pack slot

Charge lamp

Battery Charger LC-E6

Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.28).

Battery Charger LC-E6E

Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.28).

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Eyepiece cover

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.166).

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Charging the Battery

LC-E6

LC-E6E

Remove the protective cover.

 Detach the protective cover provided

Attach the battery.

 As shown in the illustration, attach the

 To detach the battery, follow the

Recharge the battery.

For LC-E6

 As shown by the arrow, flip out the

For LC-E6E

 Connect the power cord to the

 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 depending on the ambient temperature and the battery’s remaining capacity.

 For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (5°C - 10°C /

41°F - 50°F) will take longer (up to approx. 4 hours).

Color Indicator

Orange

C / 73°F). The time required to recharge the battery will vary greatly

Charge Lamp

Blinks once per second

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Charging the Battery

 After disconnecting the charger’s power plug, do not touch the prongs for

approx. 10 sec.

 If the battery’s remaining capacity (p.334) is 94% or higher, the battery

will not be recharged.



The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N.

Tips for Using the Battery and Charger

 Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.

Recharge the battery before using.

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.334) and purchase a new battery.

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Installing and Removing the Battery

Only Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N can be used.

Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 (or LP-E6N) into the camera.

Installing the Battery

Open the cover.

 Slide the lever as shown by the

arrows and open the cover.

Insert the battery.

 Insert the end with the battery

contacts.

 Insert the battery until it locks in

place.

Close the cover.

 Press the cover until it snaps shut.

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

Write-protect switch

Possible shots

The camera can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. UHS-I Speed Class SDHC and SDXC memory cards 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.

 Slide the cover as shown by the

arrows to open it.

Insert the card.



As shown by the illustration, face the card’s label side toward you and insert it until it clicks in place.

Close the cover.

 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 (p.35) will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

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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.346).

Access lamp

Removing the Card

Open the cover.

 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.

 Gently push in the card, then let go to

eject it.

 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.136).

 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.53). The card may then return to normal.

 Do not touch the card’s contacts with your fingers or metal objects.

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Turning on the Power

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.

If you turn on the power switch and the Date/Time/Zone setting screen appears, see page 36 to set the Date/Time/Zone.

<1> : The camera turns on. <2> : The camera is turned off and

does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera.

About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor

 Whenever you set the power switch

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>.

 You can still shoot during sensor

cleaning by pressing the shutter button halfway (p.44) to stop the sensor cleaning and take a picture.

 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 problem.

3 About 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.44).

 You can set the auto power off time with [52: Auto power off]

(p.55).

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Turning on the Power

 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 181.  See [54: Battery info.] to check the battery’s condition in detail (p.334).  If size-AA/LR6 batteries are used in Battery Grip BG-E13, a four-level

indicator will be displayed. ([x/m] will not be displayed.)

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.

Icon

Level (%) 100 - 70 69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0

Number of Possible Shots

Temperature

Room Temperature

(23°C / 73°F)

Possible shots 1090 approx. shots 980 approx. shots

 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-E13

• 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. 480 shots.

Low Temperature

(0°C / 32°F)

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 The menu setting procedure is explained on pages 51-52.  The time displayed on the upper right 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.

When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone have been reset, the Date/Time/Zone setting screens 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.

 Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Under the [52] tab, select [Date/

Time/Zone].

 Press the key to select the

[52] tab.

 Press the <V> key to select [Date/

Time/Zone], then press <0>.

Set the time zone.

 [London] is set by default.  Press the 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>.)

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3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone

 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.

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.

Set the date and time.

 Press the 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 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 key to select [OK],

then press <0>.

 The Date/Time/Zone and daylight

saving time will be set and the menu will reappear.

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3 Selecting the Interface Language

Display the menu screen.

 Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Under the [52] tab, select

[LanguageK].

 Press the key to select the

[52] tab.

 Press the <V> key to select

[Language

Set the desired language.

 Press the <V> key to select the

language, then press <0>.

 The interface language will change.

K], then press <0>.

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Attaching and Detaching a Lens

 Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause

loss of vision.

 If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do

not touch the rotating part.

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.

The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-S and EF-M lenses.

Remove the caps.

 Remove the rear lens cap and the

body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows.

Attach the lens.



Align the red dots on the lens and camera and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it clicks in place.

Set the lens focus mode switch to

<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

About Zooming

To zoom, 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 slightly.

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 EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens:

You can prevent the lens from extending out while you are carrying it around. Set the zoom ring to the 24mm wide-angle end, then slide the zoom ring lock lever to <LOCK>. The zoom ring can be locked only at the wide-angle end.

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Attaching and Detaching a Lens

 If the lens has a mount index and 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.

Attaching a Lens Hood

A lens hood can block unwanted light and protect the front of the lens from rain, snow, dust, etc. Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can attach the hood in reverse.

If the Lens Hood and Lens Have a Mount Index

Align the red dots on the hood

and lens edges, and turn the hood as shown by the arrow.

Turn the hood as shown in the

illustration.

 Turn the hood clockwise until it

attaches securely.

If Neither the Lens Hood Nor the Lens Have a Mount Index

Attach the hood.

 Turn the hood as shown by the arrow

until it attaches securely.

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About the Lens Image Stabilizer

 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 may not be effective when you use the

EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens for panned shots.

 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.

 With the EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, the Image Stabilizer mode

may switch automatically to suit the shooting conditions.

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 EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens as an example.

* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.

Set the Image Stabilizer switch to

<1>.

 Also set the camera’s power switch to

<1>.

Press the shutter button halfway.

 The Image Stabilizer will operate.

Take the picture.

 When the picture looks steady in the

viewfinder, press the shutter button completely to take the picture.

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Basic Operation

If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses (10 types, sold separately) is recommended.

Vertical shooting

Horizontal shooting

To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 179.

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.166).

Holding the Camera

To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.

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.

6. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.

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Basic Operation

 In Creative Zone modes, pressing the 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.

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.

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Mode Dial

The operations in (1) are also possible while the <R> switch is set to the right (Multi function lock, p.47).

6 Main Dial

Basic Operation

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> , 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.

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Basic Operation

The operations in (1) are also possible while the <R> switch is set to the right (Multi function lock, p.47).

5 Quick Control Dial

After pressing a button, turn the

(1)

<5> dial.

When you press a button such as <f> <R> , 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

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Basic Operation

If the <R> switch is set to the right 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.48), [LOCK] will be displayed.

9 Multi-controller

The Multi-controller <9> has eight keys which 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> . It does not work in diagonal directions.

R Multi function Lock

With [8C.Fn III -3: Multi function lock] set (p.313) and the <R> switch set to the right, it prevents the Main Dial, Quick Control Dial, and Multi-controller from moving and changing a setting inadvertently.

<R> switch set to the left: Lock released <R> switch set to the right: Lock engaged

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Basic Operation

U LCD Panel Illumination

Turn on (9)/off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the 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 button a number of times, the shooting function settings will be displayed. With the shooting settings displayed, you can turn the Mode Dial to see the settings for each shooting mode (p.333). Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting function settings (p.49). Press the button again to turn off the display.

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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions

Basic Zone modes Creative Zone modes

For the functions settable in Basic Zone modes and the setting procedure, see page 83.

You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control screen.

Press the <Q> button.

 The Quick Control screen will appear

(7).

Set the desired function.

 Press the <V> key to select

a function.

 The setting of the selected function is

displayed.

 Turn the <6> or <5> dial to

change the setting.

Take the picture.

 Press the shutter button completely to

take the picture.

 The captured image will be displayed.

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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions

Shutter speed (p.144)

AF operation (p.92)

White balance correction (p.123)

Shooting mode*

(p.24)

Highlight tone priority*

(p.130)

Metering mode (p.149)

Picture Style (p.112)

Exposure

compensation/AEB

setting (p.151, 152)

Flash exposure compensation (p.170)

ISO speed (p.106)

Aperture (p.146)

Wi-Fi function*

Drive mode (p.98)

Custom Controls (p.320)

White balance (p.120)

AE lock*

(p.153)

AF point (p.94)

Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.125)

Image-recording quality (p.102)

White balance bracketing (p.124)

*1: These functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen. *2: Refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual for Wi-Fi function settings.

<0>



Sample Quick Control Screen

Function Setting Screen

 Select the desired function and press

<0>. The function’s setting screen

will appear. Turn the <6> or <5> dial to



change the setting. You can also press the < settings. Also, some functions can be set by pressing the <

 Press <0> to finalize the setting and

return to the Quick Control screen. When you select < > (Custom Controls,



p.320) or < > (AF point, p.94) and press the < function settings display will reappear.

> key to change some of the

> button, the shooting

> button.

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3 Menu Operations

<V>

LCD monitor

<0> button

<M> button

Ta b

Menu items

Menu settings

z Shooting

5 Set-up

9 My Menu

3 Playback

8 Custom

Functions

A Live View shooting

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> keys, and < camera back.

Menus in Basic Zone Modes

* Some menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in Basic Zone modes.

Menus in Creative Zone Modes

0> button on the

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3 Menu Operations

 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.

 The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have

pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen.

 To cancel, press the <M> button.  For details about each menu item, see page 346.

Menu Setting Procedure

5 6

Display the menu screen.

 Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Select a tab.

 Press the key to select a

menu tab.

 For example, the [z4] tab refers to

the screen displayed when the forth tab 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> or key to

select the desired setting. (Some settings require you to press either the <V> or key to select them.) The current setting is indicated in blue.



Set the desired setting.

 Press <0> to set it.

Exit the setting.

 Press the <M> button to return to

the shooting function settings display.

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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 in 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].

 Under the [51] tab, select [Format

card], then press <0>.

Format the card.

 Select [OK], then press <0>.

 The card will be formatted.  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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Before You Start

About Low-level Formatting

 Perform low-level formatting if the card’s recording or reading speed seems

slow or if you want to totally erase data in the card.

 Since low-level formatting will format all recordable sectors in 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 in 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.

Execute [Format 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.370).

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Before You Start

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.)

If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time elapses.

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].

 Under the [52] tab, select [Auto

power off], then press <0>.

Set the desired time.

 Select the desired setting, then press

<0>.

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].

 Under the [z1] tab, select [Image

review], then press <0>.

Set the desired time.

 Select the desired setting, then press

<0>.

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Before You Start

3 Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On

The shooting settings display (p.48) can be set to remain on even when you press the shutter button halfway.

Under the [52] tab, select [LCD off/on btn], then press <0>. The available settings are described below. Select one, then press <0>.

[Remains on]: Display remains on even when you press the shutter

button halfway. To turn off display, press the button.

[Shutter btn.]: When you press the shutter button halfway, the

display will turn off. When you let go of the shutter button, the display will turn on.

3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN

The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to their defaults.

Select [Clear all camera settings].

 Under the [54] tab, select [Clear all

camera settings], then press <0>.

Select [OK].

 Select [OK], then press <0>.

 Setting [Clear all camera settings]

will reset the camera to the following default settings:

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Shooting Settings

AF operation One-Shot AF

AF point selection

Metering mode

ISO speed Auto

ISO speed range

Auto ISO range

ISO Auto minimum shutter speed

Automatic selection

q (Evaluative metering)

Minimum limit: 100 Maximum limit: 25600

Minimum limit: 100 Maximum limit: 12800

Auto

Before You Start

Drive mode

Exposure compensation/AEB

Flash exposure compensation

Multiple exposure Disable

HDR Mode Disable HDR

Mirror lockup Disable

Custom Functions

Flash function settings

u (Single shooting)

Canceled

0 (Zero)

Unchanged

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Before You Start

Wi-Fi and GPS settings are explained in their respective instruction manuals.

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)

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 Auto cleaning Enable Dust Delete Data Erase Eye-Fi transmission Disable

Standard

Enable/ Correction data retained

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

Magnification (Approx.)

Control over HDMI Disable Image jump w/6 e Auto rotate OnzD LCD brightness LCD off/on button Remains on Date/Time/Zone Unchanged

Video system Unchanged Feature guide Enable z button display

options

Custom shooting mode

My Menu settings Unchanged Display from My Menu GPS Disable Wi-Fi Disable

Enable

(10 images)

All items selected

Unchanged

Disable

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Before You Start

Live View Shooting Settings Movie Shooting Settings

Live View shooting

AF method FlexiZone - Single

Grid display Off Metering timer 16 sec.

Aspect ratio 3:2 Grid display Off

Exposure simulation

Silent LV shooting

Metering timer 16 sec. Count up Unchanged

Enable

Mode 1

AF method FlexiZone - Single

Silent LV shooting

Movie recording size

Sound recording Auto

Time code

Start time setting

Movie recording count

Movie playback count

Drop frame Unchanged

Video snapshot Disable

Mode 1

1920x1080/IPB

Unchanged

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Q Displaying the Electronic Level

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

bigger.

With this same procedure, you can display the electronic level during Live View shooting and before shooting a movie (p.182, 210). Note that the electronic level cannot be displayed during movie shooting. (The electronic level will disappear when you start shooting a movie.)

You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor, and in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel 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 button.

 Each time you press the

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.332).

Check the camera’s tilt.

 The horizontal tilt is displayed in 1°

increments.

 When the red line turns green, it

indicates that the tilt is corrected.

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Q Displaying the Electronic Level

Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder

The electronic level display in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel uses the exposure level indicator. Note that the electronic level is only displayed when shooting in horizontal orientation. It is not displayed in vertical orientation.

Select Custom Functions III.

 Under the [8] tab, select [C.Fn III:

Operation/Others], then press

<0>.

Select C.Fn III -5 [Custom

Controls].

 Press the key to select [5:

Custom Controls], then press <0>.

Select [e].

 Select [e: DOF preview button],

then press <0>.

Select [Q].

 Select [Q: VF electronic level],

then press <0>.

 Press the <M> button to exit the

menu.

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Q Displaying the Electronic Level

4° right tilt 4° left tilt

 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

bigger.

 If the Depth-of-field preview button has been assigned with the [VF

electronic level], depth-of-field preview will not work.

Display the electronic level.

 Press the Depth-of-field preview

button.

 The horizontal tilt up to ±9° in 1°

increments will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel using the exposure level indicator.

 Pressing the shutter button halfway

displays the exposure level.

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Feature Guide and Help

Shooting settings Live View shooting Playback

While you set some function, the feature’s description can be displayed.

Feature Guide

The Feature guide displays a simple description of the respective shooting mode, function or option. It appears when you change the shooting mode or set a shooting function, Live View shooting, Movie shooting, or Quick Control for playback. When you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen, the Feature guide description appears. When you proceed with the operation, the Feature guide will disappear.

 Shooting mode (Sample)

 Quick Control (Sample)

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



Scroll bar



Help

When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, pressing the 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 to scroll down.

 Example: [z4: Long exp. noise reduction]

 Example: [8C.Fn I -1: Exposure level increments]

 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 (p.83, 342). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, the main shooting function settings cannot be changed.

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AF point

Focus confirmation light

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.69).

Set the Mode Dial to <A>.

 Turn the Mode Dial while holding

down the lock release button at the center.

Aim any AF point over the

subject.

 All the AF points will be used to focus,

and generally the closest object will be focused.

 Aiming the center AF point over the

subject will make focusing easier.

Focus the subject.

 Press the shutter button halfway. The

lens elements will shift to focus.

 The AF point achieving focus flashes

briefly in red. At the same time, the beeper will sound and the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will light up.

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A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

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.112).

Take the picture.

 Press the shutter button completely to

take the picture.

 The captured image will be displayed

for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.

FAQ

 The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not

achieved.

Aim the AF point over an area having good contrast, then press the shutter button halfway (p.44). If you are too close to the subject, move away and try again.

 Multiple AF points flash simultaneously.

This indicates that focus is achieved at all those AF points. When the AF point covering the desired subject flashes, 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.69) 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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A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

In Basic Zone modes except <G>, using a Canon EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) in low-light or backlit conditions can capture the subject brightly while avoiding camera shake or reduce backlit shadows.

 The shutter speed display is blinking.

Since it is too dark, taking the picture may result in a blurred subject due to camera shake. Using a tripod or a Canon EX-series Speedlite (p.170) (sold separately) is recommended.

 When the external flash was used, the bottom part of the

picture came out unnaturally dark.

If a hood is attached to the lens, it can obstruct the flash coverage. If the subject is close, detach the hood before taking the picture with flash.

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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> Sports).

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 AF point 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 179.

Set the Live View shooting/Movie

shooting switch to <A>.

Display the Live View image on

the LCD monitor.

 Press the <0> button.

 The Live View image will appear on

the LCD monitor.

Focus the subject.

 Aim the center AF point < > on the

subject.

 Press the shutter button halfway to

focus.

 When focus is achieved, the AF point

will turn green and the beeper will sound.

Take the picture.

 Press the shutter button completely.

 The picture will be taken and the

captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor.

 After the image review ends, the

camera will return to Live View shooting automatically.

 Press the <0> button to end the

Live View shooting.

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C Creative Auto Shooting

In the <C> mode, you can easily change the depth of field and drive mode. 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>.

Press the <Q> button. (7)

 The Quick Control screen will appear.

Set the desired function.

 Press the <V> key to select a

function.

 The selected function and Feature

guide (p.63) will appear.

 For setting procedure and details on

each function, see pages 72-73.

Take the picture.

 Press the shutter button completely to

take the picture.

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C Creative Auto Shooting

Shutter speed

(1)

(2)

Battery check

Possible shots

ISO speed

Image-recording quality

Aperture

(3)

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 84.

(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. If you want to blur the background, see “Shooting Portraits” on page 75. Set it by pressing the key. You can also use the <6> or <5> dial to move the mark. Depending on the lens and shooting conditions, the background may not look so blurred. If flash is used, this setting will not be applied.

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C Creative Auto Shooting

When using the self-timer, see the notes on page 100.

(3) Drive mode: Press the key to select the desired drive mode.

You can also select the drive mode by turning the <6> or <5> dial, or pressing <0> to select it from a list.

Single shooting:

Shoot one image at a time.

Continuous shooting:

While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be taken continuously. You can shoot up to approx. 4.5 shots per second.

Silent single shooting:

Single shooting with less shooting sound than .

<M> Silent continuous shooting:

Continuous shooting (max. approx. 3.0 shots per second) with less shooting sound than .

<> 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.

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8: Special Scene Mode

When you set a shooting mode suiting the scene, the camera sets the optimum settings automatically.

Set the Mode Dial to <8>.

Press the <Q> button. (7)

 The Quick Control screen will appear.

Select the shooting mode.

 Press the <V> key to select the

shooting mode section.

 Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select

a shooting mode.

 You can also select a shooting mode

from a list by selecting the shooting mode section and pressing <0>.

Available Shooting Modes in the <8> Mode

Shooting Mode

2 Portrait p.75 6 Night Portrait p.79

3 Landscape p.76 F Handheld Night Scene p.80

4 Close-up p.77 G HDR Backlight Control p.81

5 Sports p.78

Page

Shooting Mode

Page

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2 Shooting Portraits

The default setting is (Continuous shooting). If you hold down the shutter button, you can shoot continuously to obtain different poses and facial expressions (max. approx. 4.5 shots/sec.).

The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and the 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 in front of a plain, 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 in red. For closeups of the face, focus the eyes.

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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.

When shooting night scenes, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

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4 Shooting Close-ups

When you want to photograph 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 the flower, etc., 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 <40.25m/0.8ft>. The lens minimum focusing distance is measured from the <V> (focal plane) mark on the top left of the camera to the subject. If you are too close to the subject, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink.

 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

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.

To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode.

Shooting Tips

 Use a telephoto lens.

Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar.

 Use the center AF point to focus.

Aim the center AF point over the subject, then press the shutter button halfway to autofocus. During autofocusing, the beeper will continue beeping softly. If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink. The default setting is (Continuous shooting). When you want to take the picture, press the shutter button completely. If you hold down the shutter button, continuous shooting (max. approx. 4.5 shots per sec.) and autofocusing will take effect to capture the movement of the subject.

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 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.

 During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus dots of light such as

in a night scene. In such a case, you should set the AF method to [Quick mode] and shoot. If it is still difficult to focus, set the lens’ focus mode switch to [MF] and focus manually.

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. Flash is required. Using a tripod is also recommended.

Shooting Tips

 Use a wide-angle lens, Speedlite, 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.

 Also shoot in another shooting modes.

Since camera shake is prone to occur with night shots, shooting also with <A> and <F> is recommended.

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F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)

See the cautions on page 82.

Normally, a tripod is necessary to steady your camera when shooting a night scene. 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. If any of the four shots are greatly misaligned due to camera shake, etc., they may not align properly in the final image.

 When including a human subject:

With flash, you can shoot both the human subject and night scene background while handholding the camera. To take a nice portrait, the first shot will use flash. Tell the person not to move until all four continuous shots are taken.

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G Shooting Backlit Scenes

 Even if a Speedlite is attached to the camera, it will not fire.  See the cautions on page 82.

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range.

When shooting a scene having both bright and dark areas, use the <G> (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take a picture, three continuous shots are taken at different exposures, and the resulting image with the least loss of shadow detail due to backlighting and widest tonal range is recorded.

Shooting Tips

 Hold the camera firmly.

While shooting, hold the camera firmly and steadily. If any of the three shots are greatly misaligned due to camera shake, etc., they may not align properly in the final image.

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Cautions for <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, you should set the AF method to [Quick mode] and shoot. If it is still difficult to focus, set the lens’ focus mode switch to [MF] and focus manually.

 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 when shooting dimly lit night scenes, or human subjects

in situations where the subject and background are both near enough to be illuminated by the flash, the shots may not align correctly. This can result in a blurry photo.

 Regarding 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 with manual flash coverage switch, shoot with the flash head retracted to the wide (normal) position.

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.

Cautions for both <F> (Handheld Night Scene) and <G> (HDR Backlight Control)

 Compared with other shooting modes, the shooting area will be smaller.  You cannot select RAW and RAW+JPEG. In other shooting modes, if

RAW is set, the image quality will be 73. 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 will leave

afterimages.

 The image alignment may not function properly with repetitive patterns

(lattice, stripes, etc.), flat or single-tone images, or greatly misaligned shots caused by 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 is not

possible. Select another shooting mode and do direct printing.

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Q Quick Control

Example: Portrait mode

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 below indicates the functions that can be set with the Quick Control screen in each Basic Zone mode.

1 Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode. 2Press the <Q> button. (7)

 The Quick Control screen will appear.

3Set the function.

 Press the <V> key to select a function. (This step is not

necessary in the A mode.)

 The selected function and Feature guide (p.63) will appear.

 Functions can also be selected with the <6> or <5> dial.

Settable Functions in Basic Zone Modes

o: Default setting k: User selectable : Not selectable

Function A C

u: Single shooting

i: Continuous shooting

Drive mode (p.98)

Ambience-based shots (p.84)

Light/scene-based shots (p.87)

Blurring/sharpening the background (p.72)

* If you change the shooting mode or set the power switch to <2>, it will revert

B: Silent single shooting

M: Silent continuous shooting

Self-timer (p.100)

to the default settings (except the self-timer).

2 3 4 5 6 F G

o o k o o k o o o k k o k 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 k k k k k k k k k k k

k k k k k k k

k k k k

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Shoot by Ambience Selection

Except in the <A> and <G> Basic Zone modes, you can select the ambience for shooting.

Ambience C

Standard setting

Vivid

Soft

Warm

Intense

Cool

Brighter

Darker

Monochrome

2 3 4 5 6 F

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2 3

Ambience Effect

No setting

Low / Standard / Strong

Low / Medium / High

Blue / B/W / Sepia

Set the shooting mode to <C> or <8>.

 If the shooting mode is <8>, set

one of the following: <2>, <3>, <4>, <5>, <6>, or <F>.

Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <A>.

Display the Live View image.

 Press the <0> button to display the

Live View image.

 You can check the ambience effect

on the screen.

On the Quick Control screen,

select the desired ambience.

 Press the <Q> button (7).  Press the <V> key to select [

Standard setting]. [Ambience- based shots] will appear on the

screen.

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Shoot by Ambience Selection

 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 screen 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 screen is unaffected by stray light.

If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed when setting functions, press the <Q> button after step 1. When you press the <Q> button, the Quick Control screen is displayed and you can set [Ambience- based shots] and [Effect], then shoot with the viewfinder.

 Press the key to select the

desired ambience.

 The LCD monitor will display how the

image will look with the selected ambience.

Set the ambience effect.

 Press the <V> key to select the

effect bar so that [Effect] appears at the bottom.

 Press the key to select the

desired effect.

Take the picture.

 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 setting will revert back to [ Standard setting].

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Shoot by Ambience Selection

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.

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. <h> can be displayed on the lower left in the viewfinder when [Monochrome] is set (p.313).

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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.84), 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

Daylight

Shade

Cloudy

Tungsten light

Fluorescent light

Sunset

2 3 4 5

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

Set the shooting mode to <8>.

 Set one of the following: <2>, <3>,

Set the Live View shooting/Movie

shooting switch to <A>.

Display the Live View image.

 Press the <0> button to display the

 You can check the resulting effect on

<4>, or <5>.

Live View image.

the screen.

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Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type

 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 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.

If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed when setting functions, press the <Q> button after step 1. Pressing the <Q> button will display the Quick Control screen. You can then set [Light/scene-based

shots] and shoot with the viewfinder.

On the Quick Control screen,

select the lighting or scene type.

 Press the <Q> button (7).  Press the <V> key to select [

Default setting]. [Light/scene- based shots] will appear on the

screen.

 Press the key to select the

desired lighting or scene type.

 The resulting image with the selected

lighting or scene type will be displayed.

Take the picture.

 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 setting will revert back to [ Default setting].

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Lighting or Scene Type Settings

Default setting

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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<AF> stands for autofocus. <MF> stands for manual focus.

Setting the AF and

Drive Modes

The viewfinder has 11 AF points. By selecting the optimum AF point, you can compose the picture as desired while autofocusing.

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 are

set automatically.

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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

<AF>.

Turn the Mode Dial to a Creative

Zone mode.

Press the <f> button. (9)

Select the AF operation.

 While looking at the LCD panel, turn

the <6> or <5> dial.

X : One-Shot AF 9 : AI Focus AF Z : AI Servo AF

One-Shot AF for Still Subjects

Suited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once.

 When focus is achieved, the AF point(s) that achieved focus will light

up in red, and the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will be displayed.

 With evaluative metering, the exposure setting will be set at the

same time focus is achieved.

 While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the focus will be

locked. You can then recompose the shot if desired.

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f: Selecting the AF OperationN

 If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> in the

viewfinder will blink. If this occurs, the picture cannot be taken even if the shutter button is pressed completely. Recompose the shot and try to focus again, or see “When Autofocus Fails” (p.96).

 If [z1: Beep] is set to [Disable], the beeper will not sound when focus

is achieved.



After achieving focus with One-Shot AF, you can lock the focus on a subject and recompose the shot. This is called “focus lock”. This is convenient when you want to focus a peripheral subject not covered by the AF points.

With AI Servo AF, the beeper will not sound even when focus is achieved. Also, the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will not light up.

When focus is achieved with AI Focus AF with the Servo operation active, the beeper will continue beeping softly. However, the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will not light up. Note that focus will not be locked in this case.

AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects

This AF operation is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the subject will be focused continuously.

 The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken.  When the AF point selection (p.94) is automatic, the camera first

uses the center AF point to focus. During autofocusing, if the subject moves away from the center AF point, focus tracking continues as long as the subject is covered by another AF point.

AI Focus AF for Switching the AF Operation Automatically

AI Focus AF switches the AF operation from One-Shot AF to AI Servo AF automatically if a still subject starts moving.

After the subject is focused in One-Shot AF, if the subject starts moving,



the camera will detect the movement, change the AF operation automatically to AI Servo AF, and keep tracking the moving subject.

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S Selecting AF PointsN

You can select an AF point for focusing from among eleven AF points. In Basic Zone modes, the AF point will be selected automatically and you cannot select the AF point.

Press the <S> button. (9)

 The selected AF point will be

displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

 When all the AF points light up,

automatic AF point selection will be set.

Select an AF point.

 You can either use <9> or turn the

<6> or <5> dial to select an AF point.

Selecting with the Multi-controller

 You can use <9> to select an AF

point.

 If all the AF points light up, automatic

AF point selection will be set.

 Press <0> to toggle between the

center AF point and automatic selection.

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S Selecting AF PointsN

 When you press the <S> button, the LCD panel displays the following:

• Automatic selection: AF

• Manual selection: SEL (Center)/SEL AF (Off center)

 When using an EOS-dedicated external Speedlite, if focus cannot be

achieved with the AF-assist beam, select the center AF point.

If you use an Extender (sold separately) together with the lens and the f/number becomes higher than f/5.6, AF shooting will not be possible (except in [FlexiZoneAF



(Single)] and [u Live mode] during Live View

shooting). For details, refer to the Extender’s instruction manual.

Selecting with the Dials

 Turn the <6> dial to select an AF

point on the left or right or turn the <5> dial to select an AF point above or below.

 If all the AF points light up, automatic

AF point selection will be set.

AF Operation and Maximum Lens Apertures

Maximum lens aperture: f/3.2 - f/5.6

Cross-type focusing (vertical and horizontal lines detected simultaneously) is possible with the center AF point. The other AF points are either vertical- or horizontal-line sensitive.

Maximum lens aperture: f/1.0 - f/2.8

Besides cross-type focusing (vertical and horizontal lines detected simultaneously), the center AF point can also perform high-precision, vertical-line sensitive AF.* The other AF points are either vertical- or horizontal-line sensitive.

* Except with the EF28-80mm f/2.8-4L USM, and EF50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro.

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When Autofocus Fails

For conditions where AF can fail to achieve focus with [FlexiZoneAF (Single)]/[u Live mode] during Live View shooting, see page 196.

Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (viewfinder’s focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:

Subjects difficult to focus

 Very low-contrast subjects

(Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.)

 Subjects in very low light  Extremely backlit and reflective subjects

(Example: Car with a highly reflective body, etc.)

 Near and far subjects covered by an AF point

(Example: Animal in a cage, etc.)

 Repetitive patterns

(Example: Skyscraper windows, computer keyboards, etc.)

In such cases, do either of the following: (1) With One-Shot AF, focus an object at the same distance as the

subject and lock the focus before recomposing the shot (p.69).

(2) Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF> and focus manually (p.97).

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MF: Manual Focusing

Focusing ring

If you press the shutter button halfway during manual focusing, the AF point which achieved focus will flash briefly in red and the focus confirmation light <o> will light up in the viewfinder.

When Autofocus Fails

Set the lens focus mode switch to

<MF>.

 <4 L> will be displayed on the

LCD panel.

Focus the subject.

 Focus by turning the lens focusing

ring until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder.

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i Selecting the Drive Mode

Single and continuous drive modes are provided.

Press the <R> button. (9)

Select the drive mode.

 While looking at the LCD panel, turn

the <6> or <5> dial.

u : Single shooting

When you press the shutter button completely, only one shot will be taken.

i : Continuous shooting (Max. approx. 4.5 shots/sec.)

While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be taken continuously.

B : Silent single shooting

Single shooting with less shooting sound than .

M : Silent continuous shooting (Max. approx. 3.0 shots/sec.)

Continuous shooting with less shooting sound than .

Q : 10-sec. self-timer/Remote control k: 2-sec. self-timer/Remote control

For self-timer shooting, see page 100. For remote control shooting, see page 167.

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i Selecting the Drive Mode

 If or <M> is set, the time lag from when you press the shutter

button completely until the picture is shot will be longer than with normal single or continuous shooting.

 When the battery level is low, the continuous shooting speed may

become slightly slower.

 In AI Servo AF operation, the continuous shooting speed may become

slightly slower depending on the subject and the lens used.

 i: The maximum continuous shooting speed of approx. 4.5 shots/sec.

is attained under the following conditions*: At 1/500 sec. or faster shutter speed, and at the maximum aperture (varies depending on the lens). The continuous shooting speed may decrease due to shutter speed, aperture, subject conditions, brightness, lens, flash use, etc.

* With the AF mode set to One-Shot AF and the Image Stabilizer turned off when using the

following lenses: EF300mm f/4L IS USM, EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM, EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM.

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j Using the Self-timer

 The <k> enables you to shoot while not touching the camera

mounted on a tripod. This prevents camera shake while you shoot still lifes or bulb exposures.

 After taking self-timer shots, playing back the image (p.236) to check

focus and exposure is recommended.

 When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.69) on

an object at about the same distance as where you will stand.

 To cancel the self-timer after it starts, press the <R> button.

If you do not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.166). If stray light enters the viewfinder when the picture is taken, it may throw off the exposure.

Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.

Press the <R> button. (9)

Select the self-timer.

 While looking at the LCD panel, turn

the <6> or <5> dial to select the self-timer delay.

Q : 10-sec. self-timer

k : 2-sec. self-timer

Take the picture.

 Look through the viewfinder, focus

the subject, then press the shutter button completely.

 You can check the self-timer

operation with the self-timer lamp, beeper, and countdown display (in seconds) on the LCD panel.

 Two seconds before the picture is

taken, the self-timer lamp will light up and the beeper will sound faster.

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Canon EOS 6D User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Compatible Cards

Item Check List

Instruction Manuals

Conventions Used in this Manual

Chapters

Contents

Index to Features

Handling Precautions

Quick Start Guide

Nomenclature

Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Installing and Removing the Battery

Installing and Removing the Card

Turning on the Power

Setting the Date, Time, and Zone

3 Selecting the Interface Language

Attaching and Detaching a Lens

About the Lens Image Stabilizer

Basic Operation

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions

3 Menu Operations

Before You Start

Q Displaying the Electronic Level

Feature Guide and Help

Basic Shooting

Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)

C Creative Auto Shooting

2 Shooting Portraits

3 Shooting Landscapes

4 Shooting Close-ups

5 Shooting Moving Subjects

Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod)

F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)

G Shooting Backlit Scenes

Q Quick Control

Shoot by Ambience Selection

Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type

S Selecting AF PointsN

When Autofocus Fails

i Selecting the Drive Mode

j Using the Self-timer