Canon EOS 7D User Guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

● The “Software Start Guide” is included at the end of this

manual.

● This manual is for the EOS 7D installed with firmware version

2.0.0 or later.

ENGLISH

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.

The EOS 7D is a high-performance, digital SLR camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with about 18.0 effective megapixels, Dual “DIGIC 4”, approx. 100% viewfinder coverage, high-precision and highspeed 19-point AF (all cross-type), approx. 8 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, and Full HD (Full High-Definition) movie shooting. The camera is highly responsive to any shooting situation at anytime, provides many features for demanding shoots, and expands shooting possibilities with system accessories.

Take a Few Test Shots to Familiarize Yourself with the Camera

With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they come out. You can then better understand the camera. To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the Safety Warnings (p.277,278) and Handling Precautions (p.12,13).

Testing the Camera Before Using and Liability

After shooting, playback and check whether the image has 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 of people and certain subjects for anything but private enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions, etc., may prohibit photography even for private enjoyment.

CF Card

In this manual, “card” refers to the CF card. The CF card (for recording images) is not included. Please purchase it separately.

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 eyecup and

body cap)

Wide Strap

EW-EOS7D

EOS Solution Disk

(Software)

EOS Software

Instruction Manuals

Disk

(1) Camera Instruction Manual (this booklet) (2) Pocket Guide

(1) (2)

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

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

EOS Solution Disk XXX

CEL-XXX XXX

XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX

Windows XXX XXX

Mac OS X XXX XXX

power cord.)

 If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lens is included.  Depending on the Lens Kit type, the lens instruction manual might also be

included.

 Be careful not to lose any of the above items

CEL-XXX XXX

XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX

EOS Software Instruction Manuals Disk XXX

Conventions Used in this Manual

Icons in this Manual

<6> : Indicates the Main Dial. <5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial. <9> : Indicates the Multi-controller. <0> : Indicates the setting button. 0, 9, 7, 8: Indicates that the respective function remains

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

* 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 which can be changed by pressing the

<M> button and changing the setting.

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

function is available only when the Mode Dial is set to d, s, f, a, or F.

* Function which cannot be used in the fully-automatic modes (1/C).

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

: Tip or advice for better shooting. : Problem-solving advice. : Warning to prevent shooting problems. : Supplemental information.

Basic Assumptions

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

is already set to <1> (p.27).

<5> operations explained in this manual assume that the Quick

Control Dial switch is already set to <J>.

It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are

set to the default.

For explanatory purposes, the instructions show the camera attached

with an EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens.

Chapters

123

789

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

Introduction

Camera basics.

Getting Started

Basic Shooting

Fully automatic shooting.

Image Settings

Setting the AF and Drive Modes

Advanced Operations

Advanced shooting features.

Live View shooting

Shoot while viewing the LCD monitor.

Shooting Movies

Image Playback

Post-Processing Images

Sensor Cleaning

Printing Images

Customizing the Camera

Reference

135

153

165

191

199

205

219

243

Software Start Guide

281

Contents

Introduction 2

Item Check List.................................................................................................. 3

Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................................... 4

Chapters............................................................................................................ 5

Index to Features ............................................................................................ 10

Handling Precautions ...................................................................................... 12

Quick Start Guide ............................................................................................ 14

Nomenclature .................................................................................................. 16

Getting Started 23

Charging the Battery ....................................................................................... 24

Installing and Removing the Battery................................................................ 26

Turning on the Power ...................................................................................... 27

Installing and Removing the CF Card.............................................................. 29

Attaching and Detaching a Lens ..................................................................... 31

About the Lens Image Stabilizer...................................................................... 33

Basic Operation............................................................................................... 34

Q Using the Quick Control Screen ................................................................ 38

3 Menu Operations................................................................................... 40

Before You Start.............................................................................................. 42

Setting the Interface Language .................................................................... 42

Setting the Date, Time, and Zone ................................................................ 43

Formatting the Card ..................................................................................... 45

Set the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off ....................................................... 46

Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings.............................................. 47

Displaying the Grid and Electronic Level......................................................... 49

Basic Shooting 51

1 Fully Automatic Shooting .......................................................................... 52

1 Full Auto Techniques ................................................................................ 54

C Creative Auto Shooting ............................................................................. 55

Setting the Image Review Time ................................................................... 58

Image Settings 59

Setting the Image-recording Quality ................................................................ 60

i: Setting the ISO Speed ............................................................................. 64

A Selecting a Picture Style ......................................................................... 66

A Customizing a Picture Style ..................................................................... 68

A Registering a Picture Style.......................................................................70

B: Setting the White Balance ....................................................................... 72

O Custom White Balance ...........................................................................73

P Setting the Color Temperature...............................................................74

u White Balance Correction ...........................................................................75

Auto Lighting Optimizer....................................................................................77

Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction ...........................................................78

Creating and Selecting a Folder.......................................................................80

Changing the File Name ..................................................................................82

File Numbering Methods ..................................................................................84

Setting the Color Space ...................................................................................86

Setting the AF and Drive Modes 87

f: Selecting the AF Mode..............................................................................88

S Selecting the AF Area ................................................................................91

AF Area Selection Modes ................................................................................93

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

MF: Manual Focusing ...................................................................................96

i Selecting the Drive Mode ...........................................................................97

j Using the Self-timer ....................................................................................98

Advanced Operations 99

d: Program AE..............................................................................................100

s: Shutter-Priority AE .................................................................................102

f: Aperture-Priority AE...............................................................................104

Depth of Field Preview................................................................................105

a: Manual Exposure.....................................................................................106

q Selecting the Metering Mode ...................................................................107

Setting Exposure Compensation....................................................................108

h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ............................................................109

A AE Lock ....................................................................................................110

F: Bulb Exposures ........................................................................................111

Mirror Lockup .................................................................................................113

R Remote Control Shooting............................................................................114

D Using the Built-in Flash ..............................................................................115

Setting the Flash ............................................................................................119

Using Wireless Flash .....................................................................................123

External Speedlites ........................................................................................133

Contents

Live View Shooting 135

A Live View Shooting.................................................................................. 136

Shooting Function Settings ........................................................................... 139

z Menu Function Settings........................................................................... 140

Using AF to Focus ......................................................................................... 142

Focusing Manually......................................................................................... 149

Shooting Movies 153

k Shooting Movies...................................................................................... 154

Shooting Function Settings ........................................................................... 159

x Menu Function Settings......................................................................... 160

Image Playback 165

x Image Playback....................................................................................... 166

B Shooting Information Display............................................................. 167

H I Searching for Images Quickly ............................................................ 169

u/y Magnified View................................................................................... 171

b Rotating the Image ................................................................................... 172

Setting Ratings .............................................................................................. 173

Q Quick Control During Playback................................................................ 175

k Enjoying Movies ...................................................................................... 177

k Playing Movies ........................................................................................ 179

X Editing the Movie’s First and Last Scenes ............................................... 181

Slide Show (Auto Playback) .......................................................................... 182

Viewing the Images on TV............................................................................. 184

K Protecting Images.................................................................................... 186

L Erasing Images......................................................................................... 187

Changing Image Playback Settings............................................................... 189

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness ....................................................... 189

Auto Rotation of Vertical Images................................................................ 190

Post-Processing Images 191

R Processing RAW Images with the Camera ........................................... 192

S Resize...................................................................................................... 197

Sensor Cleaning 199

f Automatic Sensor Cleaning ................................................................... 200

Appending Dust Delete Data ......................................................................... 201

Manual Sensor Cleaning ............................................................................... 203

Printing Images 205

Preparing to Print ...........................................................................................206

wPrinting......................................................................................................208

Trimming the Image .................................................................................... 213

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) ...........................................................215

W Direct Printing with DPOF ........................................................................218

Customizing the Camera 219

Setting Custom Functions ..............................................................................220

Custom Functions ..........................................................................................221

Custom Function Settings ..............................................................................222

C.Fn I : Exposure ................................................................................222

C.Fn II : Image .....................................................................................224

C.Fn III : Autofocus/Drive......................................................................225

C.Fn IV : Operation/Others....................................................................231

C.Fn IV -1 : Custom Controls ....................................................................233

Registering My Menu .....................................................................................238

w Register Camera User Settings................................................................239

Setting Copyright Information.........................................................................241

Reference 243

B Button Functions....................................................................................244

Checking the Battery Information...................................................................246

Using a Household Power Outlet ...................................................................250

Replacing the Date/Time Battery ...................................................................251

System Map ...................................................................................................252

Function Availability Table .............................................................................254

Menu Settings ................................................................................................256

Troubleshooting Guide...................................................................................261

Error Codes....................................................................................................267

Specifications .................................................................................................268

Contents

Software Start Guide 281

Software Start Guide......................................................................................282

Index ..............................................................................................................286

Index to Features

Power

Battery

• Charging  p.24

• Battery check  p.28

•

Battery information check

Power outlet  p.250 Auto power off  p.46

 p.246

Lens

Attaching/Detaching  p.31 Zoom  p.32 Image Stabilizer  p.33

Basic Settings (Menu Functions)

Language  p.42 Date/Time/Zone  p.43

LCD brightness

adjustment  p.189

Beeper  p.256

Release shutter

without card  p.29

Recording Images

Format  p.45 Create/select a folder  p.80 File name  p.82 File No.  p.84

Image Quality

Image-recording quality  p.60 One-touch RAW+JPEG  p.63 ISO speed  p.64 Picture Style  p.66 White balance  p.72

Color space  p.86

Image improvement features

• Auto Lighting Optimizer  p.77

• Lens peripheral illumination

correction  p.78

• Noise reduction

for long exposures  p.224

• Noise reduction

for high ISO speeds  p.224

• Highlight tone priority  p.225

AF mode  p.88 AF point selection  p.91 AF area selection mode  p.93

• Limited  p.228

Manual focusing  p.96

Metering

Metering mode  p.107

Drive

Drive modes  p.97 Maximum burst  p.62

Shooting

Electronic level  p.50 Creative Auto  p.55 Program AE  p.100 Shutter-priority AE  p.102 Aperture-priority AE  p.104 Manual exposure  p.106 Bulb  p.111 Mirror lockup  p.113 Quick Control screen  p.38

Index to Features

Self-timer  p.98 Remote control  p.114

Exposure adjustment

Exposure compensation  p.108 AEB  p.109 AE lock  p.110

Flash

Built-in flash  p.115

• Flash exposure

compensation  p.117

• FE lock  p.118

External flash  p.133 Flash control  p.119

• Wireless flash  p.123

Live View shooting

Live View shooting  p.135 AF  p.142 Manual focusing  p.149 Exposure simulation  p.140 Grid display  p.140 Silent shooting  p.141

Movie shooting

Movie shooting  p.153 Movie-recording size  p.160 Sound recording  p.162 Still photo shooting  p.158

Image playback

Image review time  p.58 Single image display  p.166

• Shooting information

display  p.167

Movie playback  p.179

Movie first/last scene

editing  p.181

Index display  p.169

Image browsing

(Jump display)  p.170

Magnified view  p.171 Rating  p.173 Auto playback  p.182

Viewing the images

on TV  p.184

Protect  p.186 Erase  p.187

Image Editing

RAW image processing  p.192 Resize  p.197

Customization

Custom Function (C.Fn)  p.220 Custom Controls  p.231 My Menu  p.238

Camera user setting

registration  p.239

Sensor cleaning/ Dust reduction

Sensor cleaning  p.199 Add Dust Delete Data  p.201

Viewfinder

Dioptric adjustment  p.34 Grid display  p.49 Electronic level  p.237

Handling Precautions

Camera Care

 This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical

shock.

 The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you

accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.

 Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such

as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.

 Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight.

High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.

 The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to

disassemble the camera yourself.

 Do not block the mirror operation with your finger, etc. Doing so may cause a

malfunction.

 Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and

focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center.

 Do not touch the camera’s electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to

prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera misoperation.

 If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room,

condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag.

 If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid

damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and battery from the camera, and wait until the 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 corrosive chemicals such as a

darkroom or 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 coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly.

Handling Precautions

Contacts

LCD Panel and LCD Monitor

 Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision

technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there might be a few dead pixels among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc., are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded.

 If the LCD monitor is left on for a prolonged period, screen burn-in may occur

where you see remnants of what was displayed. However, this is only temporary and will disappear when the camera is left unused for a few days.

 In low or high temperatures, the LCD monitor display may seem slow or it

might look black. It will return to normal at room temperature.

Cards

To protect the card and its recorded data, note the following:

 Do not drop, bend, or wet the card. Do not subject it to excessive force,

physical shock, or vibration.

 Do not store or use the card near anything having a strong magnetic field

such as a TV set, speakers, or magnet. Also avoid places prone to having static electricity.

 Do not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heat source.  Store the card in a case.  Do not store the card in hot, dusty, or humid locations.

Lens

After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.

Cautions During Prolonged Use

If you use continuous shooting, Live View shooting, or movie shooting for a prolonged period, the camera may become hot. Although this is not a malfunction, holding the hot camera for a long period can cause slight skin burns.

Quick Start Guide

For EF lens

For EF-S lens

Insert the battery. (p.26)

To charge the battery, see page 24.

Attach the lens. (p.31)

When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with the white index on the camera. For other lenses, align it with the red index.

Set the lens focus mode switch to <AF>. (p.31)

Open the slot cover and insert a card. (p.29)

Face the label side toward you and insert the end with the small holes into the camera.

Set the power switch to <1>.

(p.27)

Quick Start Guide

Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.52)

All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically.

Focus the subject. (p.35)

Look through the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will focus the subject. If necessary, the built-in flash will popup automatically.

Take the picture. (p.35)

Press the shutter button completely to take the picture.

Review the picture. (p.58)

The captured image will be displayed for about 2 sec. on the LCD monitor. To display the image again, press the <x> button (p.166).

 To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.166).  To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.187).

Nomenclature

For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**).

<o> AF mode selection/Drive mode selection button (p.88/97)

<m>

ISO speed setting/ Flash exposure compensation button (p.64/117)

LCD panel illumination button (p.37)

<6> Main Dial (p.36)

Multi-function button (p.92,118)

Shutter button (p.35)

Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp (p.116/98)

Remote control sensor (p.114)

Grip (Battery compartment)

DC coupler cord hole (p.250)

Mirror (p.113,203)

Audio/video OUT/Digital terminal (p.184,206)

Remote control terminal (p.112) (N3 type)

<n> Metering mode selection/White balance selection button (p.107/72)

LCD panel (p.18)

EF lens mount index (p.31)

Built-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.115/90)

EF-S lens mount index (p.31)

Flash-sync contacts

Hot shoe (p.133)

Lens lock pin

Lens mountContacts (p.13)

External microphone IN terminal (p.155)

PC terminal (p.134)

HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.185)

Mode Dial (p.20)

Strap mount (p.23)

Microphone (p.162)

<D> Flash button (p.115)

Terminal cover

Lens release button (p.32)

Depth-of-field preview button (p.105)

Body cap (p.31)

Nomenclature

<A/l> Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch (p.135/153)/ <0> Start/Stop button (p.136,154)

Dioptric adjustment knob (p.34)

Viewfinder eyepiece

Speaker (p.179)

<P/l> One-touch RAW+JPEG/ Direct print button (p.63/211)

Power switch (p.27) <Q> Quick Control

button (p.38)

<M> Menu button (p.40)

<A> Picture Style selection button (p.66)

Info button (p.50,138, 156,166,244)

<x> Playback button (p.166)

<L> Erase button (p.187)

Extension system terminal

LCD monitor (p.40, 189)

Quick Control Dial switch (p.37)

Eyecup (p.112)

Tripod socket

Light sensor (p.189)

<0> Setting button (p.40)

Card slot (p.29)

<V> Focal plane mark

AF start button (p.35,89,137,155)

<A/I> AE lock button/ Index/Reduce button (p.110/169/171,213)

<S/u> AF point selection/ Magnify button (p.91/171,213)

<9> Multi-controller (p.36)

Battery compartment cover release lever (p.26)

Battery compartment cover (p.26)

Access lamp (p.30)

<5> Quick Control Dial (p.37)

Strap mount (p.23)

Card slot cover (p.29)

Card ejection button (p.30)

Nomenclature

Shutter speed

Busy (buSY)

Built-in flash recycling (buSY)

<A> Highlight tone priority (p.225)

Image-recording quality (p.60)

37 Large/Fine 38 Large/Normal 47 Medium/Fine 48 Medium/Normal 67 Small/Fine 68 Small/Normal 1 RAW a1 Medium RAW 61 Small RAW

Flash exposure compensation (p.117)

Battery check (p.28)

zxcm

White balance (p.72)

Q Auto W Daylight E Shade R Cloudy Y Tungsten light U

White

fluorescent light I Flash O Custom P Color

temperature

White balance correction (p.75)

Aperture

Card full warning (FuLL CF)

Card error warning (Err CF)

No card warning (no CF)

Error code (Err)

Cleaning image sensor (CLn)

Shots remaining

Shots remaining during WB bracketing

Self-timer countdown

Bulb exposure time

AF mode (p.88)

X One-Shot AF

9 AI Focus AF

Z AI Servo AF

Metering mode (p.107)

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

Drive mode (p.97)

u Single shooting o High-speed continuous

shooting i Low-speed continuous

shooting Q 10 sec. Self-timer/

Remote control k 2 sec. Self-timer/

Remote control

Exposure level indicator

Exposure compensation amount (p.108)

AEB range (p.109) Flash exposure compensation

amount (p.117)

<h> AEB (p.109)

<0> Monochrome shooting (p.67)

Card writing status

<g> ISO speed (p.64)

ISO speed (p.64)

LCD Panel

The display will show only the settings currently applied.

Viewfinder Information

Spot metering circle (p.107)

Focusing screen

Grid (p.49)

< > Battery check

<A> AE lock/ AEB in-progress

<D> Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning

<d> FE lock/ FEB in-progress <e> High-speed sync (FP flash)

<y> Flash exposure compensation

Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (D buSY)

Aperture

Card full warning (FuLL CF) Card error warning (Err CF) No card warning (no CF)

The display will show only the settings currently applied.

Area AF frame/ Zone AF frame (p.91)

<S> AF points <O> Spot AF points (p.91)

ISO speed

<A> Highlight tone priority

Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount AEB range Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator

Nomenclature

<g> ISO speed

White balance correction

<o> Focus confirmation light

Max. burst

<0> Monochrome shooting

Nomenclature

Fully-Automatic Modes

All you do is press the shutter button. Fully-automatic shooting suitable for the subject.

1: Full Auto (p.52)

C: Creative Auto (p.55)

F : Bulb (p.111)

a : Manual exposure (p.106)

f: Aperture-priority AE (p.104)

s : Shutter-priority AE (p.102)

d : Program AE (p.100)

Camera User Settings

Most camera settings can be registered under w, x, or y (p.239).

Mode Dial

Lens

Lens with a distance scale

Hood mount (p.274)

Filter thread (front of lens) (p.274)

Zoom ring (p.32)

Focusing ring (p.96,149)

Image Stabilizer switch (p.33)

Lens without a distance scale

Hood mount (p.274)

Nomenclature

Focus mode switch (p.31)

Zoom position index (p.32)

Distance scale

Contacts (p.13)

Lens mount index (p.31)

Focusing ring (p.96,149)

Focus mode switch (p.31)

Zoom position index (p.32)

Filter thread (front of lens) (p.274)

Zoom ring (p.32)

Image Stabilizer switch (p.33)

Lens mount index (p.31)

Contacts (p.13)

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 (p.24).

Battery Charger LC-E6E

Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.24).

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.112).

Charging the Battery

LC-E6

LC-E6E

Remove the protective cover.

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

battery securely.

above procedure in reverse.

battery charger’s prongs and insert the prongs into a power outlet.

charger and insert the plug into the power outlet.

the charge lamp blinks in orange.

Charge Level

0 - 50%

50 - 75% Blinks twice per second 75% or higher Blinks three times per second Fully charged Green Lights on

It takes about 2.5 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted



battery at 23°C / 73°F. The time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient temperature and battery’s charge level.

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

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

Color Indicator

Orange

Charge Lamp

Blinks once per second

Charging the Battery

 If the battery’s remaining capacity (p.246) is 94% or higher, the battery

will not be recharged.

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

power plug (prongs) for at least 3 sec.

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

Tips for Using the Battery and Charger



Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used.

Even during non-use or storage, a charged battery will gradually discharge and lose its power.

 After recharging the battery, detach it and unplug the power

cord or prongs 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 after it is fully charged can 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 worn out.

Check the battery’s recharge performance (p.246) and purchase a new battery.

Installing and Removing the Battery

Only the Battery Pack LP-E6 can be used.

Installing the Battery

Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 into the camera. The camera’s viewfinder will become bright when a battery is installed, and darken when the battery is removed.

Open the battery compartment

cover.

 Slide the lever as shown by the arrow

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 to close it.

Removing the Battery

Open the cover and remove the battery.



Press the battery release lever as shown by the arrow and remove the battery.

 To prevent short circuiting, be sure to

attach the protective cover to the battery.

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.

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

About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor

 Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, the sensor

cleaning will be executed automatically. During the sensor cleaning, the LCD monitor will display <f>. Even during the sensor cleaning, you can still shoot by pressing the shutter button halfway (p.35) 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 might not be displayed. This is normal and not a problem.

About Auto Power Off

 To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about

1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway (p.35).

 You can change the auto power-off time with the menu’s [5 Auto

power off] setting (p.46).

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

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.

• Often activating only the AF without taking a picture.

• Using the LCD monitor often.

• Using the lens Image Stabilizer.

 The lens operation is powered by the camera’s battery. Depending on

the lens used, the number of possible shots may be lower.

 For battery life with Live View shooting, see page 137.  See the [7 Battery info.] menu to further check the battery’s condition

(p.246).

 If size-AA/LR6 batteries are used in Battery Grip BG-E7, a four-level

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

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 (%)

Battery Life

Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F

No Flash Approx. 1000 Approx. 900

50% Flash Use Approx. 800 Approx. 750

 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.

 Battery Grip BG-E7 approximately doubles the number of possible shots with

two LP-E6 batteries installed. With size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries, the number of possible shots at 23°C / 73°F is approx. 400 shots without flash use and approx. 300 shots with 50% flash use.

100 - 70

69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0

Installing and Removing the CF Card

Label side

Card ejection button

Shots remaining

 The number of shots remaining depends on the remaining capacity of

the card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc.

 Setting the [1 Release shutter without card] menu option to [Disable]

will prevent you from forgetting to install a card (p.256).

Although the thickness is different between the two types of CF (CompactFlash) cards, the camera is compatible with both types. It is also compatible with Ultra DMA (UDMA) cards and hard disk-type cards.

Installing the Card

Open the cover.

 Slide the cover as shown by the

arrow to open it.

Insert the card.

 As shown in the illustration, face

the label side toward you and insert the end with the small holes into the camera. If the card is inserted in the wrong way, it may damage the camera.

 The card ejection button will stick out.

Close the cover.

 Close the cover and slide it in the

direction shown by the arrow until it snaps shut.

 When you set the power switch to

<1>, the number of remaining shots will be displayed on the LCD panel.

Installing and Removing the CF Card

Access lamp

Card ejection button

 The access lamp lights or blinks while the picture is taken, when

data is being transferred to the card and when data is being recorded, read, or erased on the card. While the access lamp is lit or blinking, never do any of the following. Doing so may damage the image data. It may also damage the card or camera.

• Opening the card slot cover.

• Removing the battery.

• Shaking or banging the camera around.

 If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might

not start from 0001 (p.84).

 If a card-related error message is displayed on the LCD monitor, remove

and reinstall the card. If the error persists, use a different card. If you can transfer all the images in the card to a computer, transfer all the images and then format the card (p.45). The card may then return to normal.



When holding a hard disk-type card, always hold its sides. You may damage the card by holding its flat surfaces. Compared to CF cards, hard disk-type cards are more vulnerable to vibration and physical shock. If you use such a card, be careful not to subject the camera to vibration or physical shock especially while recording or displaying images.

Removing the Card

Open the cover.

 Set the power switch to <2>.  Make sure the access lamp is off,

then open the cover.

Remove the card.

 Press the card ejection button.

 The card will come out.

 Close the cover.

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