Canon EOS 7D Mark II Basic Manual

EOS 7D Mark II (G)

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Basic Instruction Manual

This basic manual covers only the most basic operations.
For other features and more details, see the
Camera Instruction Manual PDF le in the CD-ROM.

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Introduction

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The EOS 7D Mark II (G) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a
fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, Dual
DIGIC 6, approx. 100% viewfinder coverage, high-precision and high­speed 65-point AF (Cross-type AF point: Max. 65 points), approx. 10.0
fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full High-Definition (Full
HD) movie shooting, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and GPS function.

Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following

To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety
Warnings” (p.174-176) and “Handling Precautions” (p.14-15).

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.

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 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.

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Item Check List

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

Camera

(with body cap)

Wide Strap

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

power cord.)

The Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs provided are listed on the next page.
If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lenses are included.
Depending on the Lens Kit type, a lens instruction manual may also be

included.

Be careful not to lose any of the above items.

Eyecup Eg

Interface Cable

Battery Pack

LP-E6N

(with protective cover)

IFC-150U II

Battery Charger

LC-E6/LC-E6E*

Cable

protector

Connecting to Peripheral Devices

When connecting the camera to a computer or printer, use the provided
interface cable or one from Canon. When connecting an interface cable, also
use the provided cable protector (p.27).

In this manual, “CF card” refers to CompactFlash cards and “SD
card” refers to SD/SDHC/SDXC cards. “Card” refers to all memory
cards used to record images or movies.
* The camera does not come with a card for recording images/

movies. Please purchase it separately.

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Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs

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The instruction manual consists of a booklet, leaflets, and electronic
manuals (PDF files on the CD-ROM). The booklet is the Basic
Instruction Manual. For more detailed instructions, see the Camera
Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM disc.

Camera Basic

Instruction Manual

(this booklet)

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GPS Cautions

Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM

Contains the following manuals in PDF format:

• Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version)

• Quick Reference Guide
Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual
CD-ROM are on pages 164-165.

Software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk)

Contains various software. For more information and
installation procedures of the software, see pages 168-

170.

Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM

Contains software manuals in PDF format. Instructions for
viewing the Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM are on
page 171.

Quick Reference Guide

Compatible Cards

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The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity: If the
card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or
computer, it is recommended that you format the card with this
camera (p.58).

CF (CompactFlash) cards

* Type I, UDMA mode 7-compatible.

SD/SDHC*/SDXC* memory cards

* UHS-I cards supported.

Cards that Can Record Movies

When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/
writing speed as shown in the table.

Movie Recording Size (p.145)

ALL-I (For editing) 30 MB/sec. or faster

IPB (Standard)

Movie Recording Size (p.145)

IPB (Standard)

If you use a slow-writing card when shooting movies, the movie may

not be recorded properly. Also, if you play back a movie on a card
with a slow reading speed, the movie may not play back properly.

If you want to shoot still photos while shooting a movie, you will need

an even faster card.

To check the card’s reading/writing speed, refer to the card

manufacturer’s Web site.

L : 8 7 30 MB/sec. or faster
Other than above 10 MB/sec. or faster

IPB (Light) - 10 MB/sec. or faster

ALL-I (For editing) 20 MB/sec. or faster

L : 8 7 20 MB/sec. or faster
Other than above 6 MB/sec. or faster

IPB (Light) - 4 MB/sec. or faster

CF Card: Recording Formats

MOV MP4

SD Card: Recording Formats

MOV MP4

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Quick Start Guide

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Insert the battery (p.32).

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* Shooting is possible with either a CF card or an SD card in the camera.

To charge the battery, see page 30.

Insert the card (p.33).

The camera-front side slot is

for a CF card, and the
camera-back side slot is for
an SD card.

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White index Red index

Attach the lens (p.42).

Align the lens’s white or red mount

index with the camera’s index of the
same color.

Set the lens’s focus mode
switch to <f> (p.42).

Set the power switch to <1>

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(p.37)

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While holding down the center
of the Mode Dial, set it to <A>
(Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.23).

All the necessary camera settings

will be set automatically.

Focus on the subject (p.47).

Look through the viewfinder and

aim the viewfinder center over the
subject.

Press the shutter button halfway,

and the camera will focus on the
subject.

If necessary, the built-in flash will be

raised.

Take the picture (p.47).

Press the shutter button completely

to take the picture.

Review the picture.

The image just captured will be

displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD
monitor.

To display the image again, press

the <x> button (p.152).

Quick Start Guide

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

Shooting” (p.127).

To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.152).
To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.162).

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Conventions Used in this Manual

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Icons in this Manual

<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.
<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.
<p> : Indicates the AF area selection lever.
<9> : Indicates the Multi-controller.
<0> : Indicates the Setting button.
0/9/7/8 : Indicates that the corresponding 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 that can be changed by pressing the

<M> button to change its settings.

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

the function is available only in the <d>, <s>, <f>,
<a>, or <F> mode.

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

: Warning to prevent shooting problems.

: Supplemental information.

: Tips or advice for better shooting.

: Troubleshooting advice.

Basic Assumptions

All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch

is set to <1> and the <R> switch is set to the left (Multi
function lock released) (p.37, 51).

It is assumed that all the menu settings, Custom Functions, etc. are

set to their defaults.

The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the

EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example.

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Chapters

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

Introduction

Getting Started

Basic Shooting

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Setting the AF and Drive Modes

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Image Settings

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GPS Settings

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Advanced Operations

Shooting with the LCD Monitor

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Shooting Movies

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Image Playback

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Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /

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Downloading Images to Your Computer

(Live View Shooting)

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91

107

115

127

139

151

163

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Contents

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Introduction 2

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

Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs ................................................... 4

Compatible Cards............................................................................. 5

Quick Start Guide............................................................................. 6

Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 8

Chapters........................................................................................... 9

Handling Precautions ..................................................................... 14

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

Getting Started 29

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Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 30

Installing and Removing the Battery............................................... 32

Installing and Removing the Card .................................................. 33

Turning on the Power..................................................................... 37

Setting the Date, Time, and Zone .................................................. 39

Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 41

Attaching and Detaching a Lens .................................................... 42

Lens Image Stabilizer..................................................................... 45

Basic Operation.............................................................................. 46

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 53

3 Menu Operations.................................................................. 55

Before You Start............................................................................. 58

l Displaying the Grid .................................................................. 62

Q Displaying the Electronic Level............................................... 63

Setting the Viewfinder Information Display..................................... 65

Help........................................................................................... 66

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Basic Shooting 67

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A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...................68

A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) .........................71

Setting the AF and Drive Modes 73

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f: Selecting the AF Operation ..................................................... 74

S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point .........................................78

AF Sensor....................................................................................... 82

Lenses and Usable AF Points.........................................................83

Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics ............................................87

MF: Manual Focus ..........................................................................88

o Selecting the Drive Mode........................................................89

j Using the Self-timer ...................................................................90

Image Settings 91

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Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback .............................92

Setting the Image-Recording Quality..............................................95

i: Setting the ISO Speed............................................................97

A Selecting a Picture Style.........................................................98

B: Setting the White Balance......................................................99

Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast .................................100

Setting Noise Reduction ...............................................................101

Highlight Tone Priority...................................................................103

Correction of Lens Peripheral Illumination and Aberrations..........104

Reducing Flicker ...........................................................................106

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GPS Settings 107

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GPS Precautions.......................................................................... 108

Acquiring GPS Signals................................................................. 109

Setting the Positioning Interval..................................................... 112

Using the Digital Compass........................................................... 113

Logging the Route Traveled......................................................... 114

Advanced Operations 115

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d: Program AE ............................................................................ 116

s: Shutter-Priority AE................................................................ 117

f: Aperture-Priority AE ............................................................. 118

a: Manual Exposure................................................................... 119

q Selecting the Metering Mode.................................................. 121

O Setting Exposure Compensation............................................. 122

h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)........................................... 123

A AE Lock................................................................................... 124

D Using the Built-in Flash............................................................. 125

Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting)

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A Shooting with the LCD Monitor .............................................. 128

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)................................................... 131

MF: Focusing Manually ................................................................ 137

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Shooting Movies 139

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k Shooting Movies .....................................................................140

Autoexposure Shooting..............................................................140

Shutter-priority AE...................................................................... 141

Aperture-priority AE....................................................................142

Manual Exposure Shooting........................................................143

Setting the Movie Recording Size.................................................145

Image Playback 151

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x Image Playback......................................................................152

B: Shooting Information Display.............................................154

x Searching for Images Quickly (Index Display)........................158

u Magnifying Images ..................................................................159

k Playing Movies........................................................................160

L Erasing Images........................................................................162

Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /

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Downloading Images to Your Computer 163

Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM .......................164

Downloading Images to a Computer.............................................166

Software Overview........................................................................168

Installing the Software...................................................................170

Software Instruction Manual .........................................................171

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Certification Logo

Select [54: Certification Logo Display] and press <0> to display some
of the logos of the camera’s certifications. Other certification logos can be
found in this Instruction Manual, on the camera body, and on the camera’s
package.

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Handling Precautions

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Camera Care

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

shock.

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

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

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

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

Do not leave the camera in excessive heat, such as in a car in direct

sunlight. High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.

The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to

disassemble the camera yourself.

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

malfunction.

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

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

Do not remove the focusing screen unless you are changing it. When

changing the focusing screen, do not touch it with bare hands. Instead use
the dedicated tool that came with the interchangeable focusing screen (sold
separately).

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

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

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

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

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

damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and
battery from the camera, and wait until condensation has evaporated before
using the camera.

If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery

and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the
camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to
check that the camera is still working.

Avoid storing the camera where there are chemicals that result in rust and

corrosion such as in a chemical lab.

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If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions

before using it. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is
an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the camera
checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure
it is working properly.

If you use continuous shooting, Live View shooting, or movie shooting for a

prolonged period, the camera may become hot. This is not a malfunction.

If there is a bright light source inside or outside the image area, ghosting

may occur.

LCD Panel and LCD Monitor

Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision

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

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

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

The LCD monitor display may seem slow in low temperatures, or look black

in high temperatures. It will return to normal at room temperature.

Cards

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

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

physical shock, or vibration.

Do not touch the card’s electronic contacts with your fingers or anything

metallic.

Do not affix any stickers, etc., on the card.
Do not store or use the card near anything that has a strong magnetic field,

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

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

Lens

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

Contacts

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<m> Flash exposure
compensation/ISO speed
setting button (p.97)

<U> LCD panel
illumination button (p.52)

<B> AF area
selection/
Multi-function button
(p.80)

<6> Main Dial
(p.48)

Shutter button
(p.47)

Self-timer lamp
(p.90)

Remote control
sensor

Grip
(Battery
compartment)

DC coupler cord hole

<o> Drive mode selection/
AF operation/AF method selection button (p.89/74/131)

<n> White balance selection/
Metering mode selection button (p.99/121)

EF lens mount index (p.42)

Built-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.125/77)

EF-S lens mount index (p.42)

GPS antenna

Flash sync contacts

Hot shoe

Mode Dial lock-release
button (p.48)

Mode Dial
(p.23, 48)

Strap mount
(p.26)

Built-in
microphone

<D> Flash
button (p.125)

Depth-of-field preview button

Body cap (p.42)

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Lens release button (p.43)

Lens lock pin

Lens mount

Contacts (p.15)

Mirror

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<B> Info button
(p.52, 63, 66, 111,
113, 130, 144, 152)

Power switch (p.37)

<M> Menu button
(p.55)

Terminal cover

<p> AF area selection lever (p.50)

LCD panel (p.19-20)

Eyecup

Viewfinder eyepiece

Touch pad (p.51)

<Y> External microphone IN terminal

<n> Headphone terminal
<g> Digital terminal (p.166)
<D> PC terminal

<D> HDMI mini OUT terminal

Cable protector socket

<p>
AF start button
(p.47)

<A> AE lock
button (p.124)

<S>
AF point
selection
button
(p.80-81)

<Q> Quick
Control
button (p.53)

<5> Quick
Control Dial (p.49)

<0> Setting button
(p.55)

<F> Remote control terminal (N3 type)

When connecting the interface cable to a digital terminal, also use the
provided cable protector (p.27).

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Nomenclature

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Dioptric adjustment knob (p.46)

Speaker (for sound)

<b/X>
Creative Photo/
Comparative playback
(Two-image display)
button (p.98)

<c>
Rating button

<u>
Index/Magnify/
Reduce button
(p.158/159)

<x> Playback
button (p.152)

<L> Erase button
(p.162)

Speaker (for beeper)

LCD monitor (p.55, 128,
140, 152)

Tripod socket

Ambient light sensor

Serial number

SD card slot (p.33)

CF card slot (p.33)

<V> Focal plane mark

<A/k> Live View shooting/
Movie shooting switch
(p.127/139)
<0> Start/Stop button
(p.128, 140)

<9> Multi-controller
(p.50)

Strap mount
(p.26)

Card slot
cover (p.33)

Battery
compartment
cover release
lever (p.32)

Battery compartment
cover (p.32)

Access lamp (p.36)

Multi function lock switch (p.51)

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CF card eject button (p.35)

LCD Panel

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Shutter speed
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Built-in flash recycling (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L)
No card warning (Card)
Error code (Err)
Cleaning image sensor (CLn)
Logging function (LOG)

White balance
(p.99)

Q Auto

W Daylight
E Shade
R Cloudy
Y Tungsten

light

U White

fluorescent
light

I Flash
O Custom
P Color temperature

<h> AEB (p.123)

<r> GPS acquisition
status (p.109)

<u> White balance correction

Aperture

AF point selection
([ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
AF point registration
([ ] HP, SEL [ ], SEL HP)
Card warning (Card 1/2)
Card full warning (FuLL 1/2)

Possible shots
Self-timer countdown
Bulb exposure time
Card error warning (Err)
Error number
Remaining images to record

<H> Interval timer shooting

Nomenclature

Metering mode (p.121)

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

average metering

Battery check (p.38)

<J> Bulb timer shooting

<N> Auto Lighting Optimizer
(p.100)

<w> HDR shooting

<P> Multiple-exposure

shooting

* The display will show only the settings currently applied.

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<f> CF card indicator

<J> CF card selection icon

ISO speed (p.97)

<i> ISO speed
(p.97)

<A>
Highlight tone priority
(p.103)

Exposure level indicator
(Setting value)

Exposure compensation am ount (p.122)
AEB range (p.123)
Flash exposure compensation amount

<y> Flash exposure
compensation

<z> Warning symbol

<J> SD card selection icon

<g> SD card indicator

AF operation (p.74)

X

One-Shot AF

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AI Focus AF

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AI Servo AF

4 L

Manual focus

Drive mode (p.89)

u Single shooting
o High-speed

continuous shooting

i Low-speed

continuous shooting

B Silent single

shooting

M Silent continuous

shooting

Q Self-timer: 10 sec./

remote control

k Self-timer: 2 sec./

remote control

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Electronic level (p.64)

Nomenclature

Large Zone AF frame (p.79)

Spot metering circle (p.121)

Grid (p.62)

Area AF frame

(p.79)

Shooting mode

White balance (p.99)

Drive mode (p.89)

AF operation (p.74)

Metering mode (p.121)

JPEG/RAW (p.95)

Focusing screen

* The display will show only the settings currently applied.

<S> Single AF point
<O> Spot AF point

Exposure level
indicator (Metering/
Flash metering)

Flicker detection
(p.106)

<i> AF status
indicator (p.77)

<z>
Warning symbol

Standard exposure index

Exposure level scale

: 1 stop
: 1/3 stop

Overexposure

Flash
overexposure

Exposure level

Flash exposure
level

Flash
underexposure

Underexposure

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<z> Battery check

(p.38)

<A> AE lock (p.124)

AEB in-progress
(p.123)

<D> Flash-ready

(p.125)
Improper FE lock
warning

<d>FE lock

FEB in-progress

<e> High-speed sync

<y> Flash exposure

compensation

ISO speed (p.97)

<A> Highlight tone priority (p.103)

Exposure level indicator

Exposure compensation amount (p.122)
AEB range (p.123)
Flash exposure compensation

Red-eye reduction lamp ON

<i> ISO speed

(p.97)

<o>Focus

indicator
(p.68, 75)

<e> AF status indicator

Maximum burst
Number of remaining
multiple exposures

Shutter speed (p.117)
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Built-in flash recycling (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L)
No card warning (Card)
Error code (Err)

Aperture (p.118)

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AF point selection
([ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
AF point registration
([ ] HP, SEL [ ], SEL HP)
Card warning (Card 1/2)
Card full warning (FuLL 1/2)

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Mode Dial

You can set the shooting mode. Turn the Mode Dial while holding down
the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button).

F : Bulb

a : Manual exposure (p.119)

f : Aperture-priority AE (p.118)

s : Shutter-priority AE (p.117)

d : Program AE (p.116)

A : Scene Intelligent Auto (p.68)

Custom shooting mode

You can register the shooting mode (d/s/f/a/F), AF
operation, menu settings, etc., to w, x, y Mode Dial positions.

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EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Focusing ring (p.88, 137)

Hood mount (p.44)

Filter thread
(front of lens)

Focus mode switch (p.42)

Zoom position index

Zoom ring lock lever
(p.43)

Zoom ring (p.43)

Image Stabilizer switch (p.45)

Lens mount index (p.42)

EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens

Filter thread
(front of lens)

Hood mount (p.44)

Zoom ring (p.43)

Focusing ring (p.88, 137)

Image Stabilizer switch (p.45)

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Contacts (p.15)

Focus mode switch (p.42)

Zoom position index

Distance scale

Contacts (p.15)

Lens mount index (p.42)

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Battery Charger LC-E6

Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30).

Power plug

Battery pack slot

Charge lamp

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the power outlet, if needed.

Battery Charger LC-E6E

Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30).

Charge lamp

Battery pack slot

Power cord socket

Power cord

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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.

Eyepiece cover

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Using the Cable Protector

When connecting the camera to a computer, printer or Wireless File
Transmitter, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon
When connecting the interface cable, also use the provided cable
protector. Using the cable protector prevents the cable from accidental
disconnection and the terminal from getting damaged.

Using a Provided Interface Cable and a Genuine HDMI Cable (sold
separately)

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2

.

3

5

HDMI cable (sold separately)

Clamp

Cable protector

4

Provided
interface cable

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Using a Genuine Interface Cable (sold separately)

If you use a genuine interface cable (sold
separately), run the cable through the clamp
before attaching the clamp to the cable
protector.

Clamp

Connecting interface cable without using the cable protector may

damage the digital terminal.

Do not use a USB 2.0 cable equipped with a Micro-B plug. It may

damage the camera’s digital terminal.

As shown in the lower-right illustration for step 4, check that the interface

cable is securely attached to the digital terminal.

To connect the camera to a TV set, using HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold
separately) is recommended. Using the cable protector is recommended
even when connecting an HDMI cable.

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Getting Started

This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start
shooting and basic camera operations.

Minimizing Dust

When changing lenses, do it quickly in a place with minimal dust.
When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to

attach the body cap to the camera.

Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.

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Remove the protective cover.

1

Detach the protective cover provided

Attach the battery.

2

As shown in the illustration, attach the

To detach the battery, follow the

LC-E6

LC-E6E

Recharge the battery.

3

For LC-E6

As shown by the arrow, flip out the

For LC-E6E

Connect the power cord to the

X Recharging starts automatically and

with the battery.

battery securely to the charger.

above procedure in reverse.

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

charger and insert the plug into a
power outlet.

the charge lamp blinks in orange.

Charge Level

0-49%

50-74% Blinks twice per second
75% or higher Blinks three times per second
Fully charged Green Lights up

It takes approx. 2 hr. and 30 min. to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery at
room temperature (23°C / 73°F).

greatly 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 hr.).

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Color Display

Orange

Charge Lamp

Blinks once per second

The time required to recharge the battery will vary

Charging the Battery

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Tips for Using the Battery and Charger

Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.

Charge the battery before use.

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

Even during storage, a charged battery will gradually drain and lose its capacity.

After recharging the battery, detach it and disconnect the

charger from the power outlet.

You can attach the cover in a different

orientation to indicate whether the battery
has been recharged or not.

If the battery has been recharged, attach the
cover so that the battery-shaped hole < > is
aligned over the blue sticker on the battery. If the battery is
exhausted, attach the cover in the opposite orientation.

When not using the camera, remove the battery.

If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount
of power current is released, resulting in excess discharge and shorter
battery life. Store the battery with the protective cover attached. Storing
the battery when it is fully charged may lower the battery’s performance.

The battery charger can also be used in foreign countries.

The battery charger is compatible with a 100 V AC to 240 V AC 50/60 Hz
power source. If necessary, attach a commercially-available plug adapter for
the respective country or region. Do not attach any portable voltage
transformer to the battery charger. Doing so can damage the battery charger.

If the battery becomes exhausted quickly even after being fully

charged, the battery has reached the end of its service life.

Check the battery’s recharge performance and purchase a new battery.

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

approx. 10 sec.

If the battery’s remaining capacity is 94% or higher, the battery will not be

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

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Load a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N (or LP-E6) into the camera.
The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed,
and darkens when the battery is removed.

Installing the Battery

Open the cover.

1

Slide the lever as shown by the

arrows and open the cover.

Insert the battery.

2

Insert the end with the battery

contacts.

Insert the battery until it locks in

place.

Close the cover.

3

Press the cover until it snaps shut.

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

Removing the Battery

Open the cover and remove the
battery.

Press the battery lock lever as shown

by the arrow and remove the battery.

To prevent short circuiting of the

battery contacts, be sure to attach the
provided protective cover (p.30) to
the battery.

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The camera can use a CF card and an SD card. Images can be
recorded when at least one card is installed in the camera.

If both types of card are inserted, you can select which card to record
images to, or simultaneously record images on both cards (p.92-94).

If you use an SD card, be sure the card’s write-protect switch
is set upward to enable writing/erasing.

Installing the Card

Open the cover.

1

Slide the cover as shown by the

arrows to open it.

CF card

SD card

Write-protect switch

Insert the card.

2

The camera-front side slot is for a CF

card, and the camera-back side slot
is for an SD card.

Face the CF card’s label 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.

X The CF card eject button will stick

out.

With the SD card’s label facing

you, push in the card until it clicks
in place.

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Close the cover.

3

Close the cover and slide it in the

direction shown by the arrows until it
snaps shut.

X When you set the power switch to

<1> (p.37), the number of possible

Card
selection icon

CF card indicator

SD card indicator

Possible
shots

shots and the loaded card(s) will be
displayed on the LCD panel.

The images will be recorded to the
card indicated by the arrow < >
icon.

The camera cannot use Type II CF cards or hard disk-type cards.

Ultra DMA (UDMA) CF cards can also be used with the camera. UDMA

cards enable faster data writing.

SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are supported. UHS-I SDHC or SDXC

memory cards can also be used.

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

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

Even if shooting 2,000 or more shots is possible, the indicator will display

only up to 1999.

Setting [z1: Release shutter without card] to [Disable] will prevent

you from forgetting to insert a card.

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Access lamp

CF card eject button

Installing and Removing the Card

Open the cover.

1

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

then open the cover.

If [Recording...] is displayed, close

the cover.

Remove the card.

2

To remove the CF card, push the

eject button.

To remove the SD card, push it in

gently and release it. Then pull it out.

Pull the card straight out, then close

the cover.

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When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are

being written to, read from, or erased from the card, 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.

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.58). The card
may then return to normal.

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

Do not expose the contacts to dust or water. If smudges adhere to the
contacts, contact failure may result.

Multimedia cards (MMC) cannot be used (card error will be displayed).

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If you turn on the power switch and the date/time/zone setting
screen appears, see page 39 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.

Automatic Sensor Cleaning

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.47) to stop 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 malfunction.

3 Auto Power Off

To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1

minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the
shutter button halfway.

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

(p.60).

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
recording finishes.

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z Checking the Battery Level

When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be
indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates
that the battery will be exhausted soon.

Display

Level (%)

Number of Possible Shots (Approx. number of shots)

Temperature

No Flash 800 760

50% Flash Use 670 640

The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N, no Live View
shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.

Possible shots with Battery Grip BG-E16 (sold separately)

• With LP-E6N x 2: approx. twice the shots without the battery grip.

• With size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries at room temperature (23°C / 73°F):
approx. 300 shots with no flash, approx. 250 shots with 50% flash use.

Doing any of the following will exhaust the battery sooner:

• 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 battery may exhaust faster.

For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 129.
See [53: Battery info.] to check the battery’s condition in detail.
With Battery Grip BG-E16 (sold separately) loaded with size AA/LR6

batteries, a four-level indicator will be displayed. ([x] [m] will not
be displayed.)

100 - 70

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

Room Temperature

(23°C / 73°F)

Low Temperatures

(0°C / 32°F)

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When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone are
reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the steps
below, making sure to set the time zone first. Set the camera to the time
zone in which you currently live so that, when you travel, you can simply
change the setting to the correct time zone for your destination and the
camera will automatically adjust the date/time.

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.

Display the menu screen.

1

Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Under the [52] tab, select [Date/

2

Time/Zone].

Press the <Q> button and select the

[5] tab.

Turn the <6> dial to select the [52]

tab.

Turn the <5> dial to select [Date/

Time/Zone], then press <0>.

Set the time zone.

3

[London] is set by default.
Turn the <5> dial to select [Time

zone].

Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Turn the <5> dial to select the time

zone, then press <0>.

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4

5

6

Set the date and time.

Turn the <5> dial to select the number.

Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Turn the <5> dial to select the

desired setting, then press <0>
(Returns to <s>).

Set the daylight saving time.

Set it if necessary.
Turn the <5> dial to select [Y].
Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Turn the <5> dial 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 hr. If [Y] is set, the
daylight saving time will be canceled
and the time will go back by 1 hr.

Exit the setting.

Turn the <5> dial to select [OK],

then press <0>.

X The date/time/zone and daylight

saving time will be set and the menu
will reappear.

The date/time/zone settings may be reset when the camera is stored

without the battery, when its battery becomes exhausted, or when it is
exposed to below freezing temperatures for a prolonged period. If this
happens, set the date/time/zone again.

After changing the time zone, check that the correct date/time are set.
When performing [Sync time between cameras] via Wireless File

Transmitter, using another EOS 7D Mark II is recommended. If you
perform [Sync time between cameras] using different models, the time
zone or time may not be set correctly.

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The date/time that were set will start from when you press <0> in step

6.

In step 3, the time displayed on the upper right of the screen is the time

difference compared with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). If you do
not see your time zone, set the time zone while referring to the difference
with UTC.

The time can be set using the GPS auto time setting function.

3 Selecting the Interface Language

Display the menu screen.

1

Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Under the [52] tab, select

2

[LanguageK].

Press the <Q> button and select the

[5] tab.

Turn the <6> dial to select the [52]

tab.

Turn the <5> dial to select

[LanguageK], then press <0>.

Set the desired language.

3

Turn the <5> dial to select the

language, then press <0>.

X The interface language will change.

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

Attaching a Lens

Remove the caps.

1

Remove the rear lens cap and the

body cap by turning them as shown
by the arrows.

White index

Red index

Image Conversion Factor

Since the image sensor size is
smaller than the 35mm film
format, the angle of view of an
attached lens will be equivalent
to that of a lens with approx. 1.6x
of the focal length indicated.

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Attach the lens.

2

Align the lens’s red or white mount
index with the camera’s mount index
of the same color. Turn the lens as
shown by the arrow until it clicks in
place.

Set the lens’s focus mode switch

3

to <AF>.

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

Autofocus will not operate.

Remove the front lens cap.

4

Image sensor size (Approx.)
(22.4 x 15.0 mm / 0.88 x 0.59 in.)

35mm image size
(36 x 24 mm / 1.42 x 0.94 in.)

Zooming

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Detaching the Lens

Attaching and Detaching a Lens

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.

While pressing the lens release
button, turn the lens as shown by
the arrow.

Turn the lens until it stops, then

detach it.

Attach the rear lens cap to the

detached lens.

To owners of the EF-S18-135mm 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 18mm wide-angle end, then slide
the zoom ring lock lever to <LOCK>. The zoom ring can be locked
only at the wide-angle end.

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

loss of vision.

When attaching or detaching a lens, set the camera’s power switch to

<2>.

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

not touch the rotating part.

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Attaching a Lens Hood

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

If the Lens and the Lens Hood Have a Mount Index

Align the red dots, then turn the

1

hood as shown by the arrow.

Align the red dots on the hood and

lens edge, then turn the hood as
shown by the arrow.

Turn the hood as shown in the

2

illustration.

Turn the hood clockwise until it

attaches securely.

If the hood is not attached properly, it may obstruct the image’s

periphery, making the image look dark.

When attaching or detaching the hood, grasp the base of the hood when

turning it. Grasping the hood’s edges when turning it may deform the
hood, resulting in failure to turn.

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When you use the IS lens’s built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is
corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is
based on the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example.

* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.

Set the IS switch to <1>.

1

Also set the camera’s power switch to

<1>.

Press the shutter button halfway.

2

X The Image Stabilizer will operate.

Take the picture.

3

When the picture looks steady in the

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

The Image Stabilizer will not be effective if the subject moves during the

exposure.

For bulb exposures, set the IS switch to <2>. If <1> is set, Image

Stabilizer misoperation may occur.

The Image Stabilizer may not be effective for excessive shaking such as

on a rocking boat.

The Image Stabilizer can operate with the lens’s 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 EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM or EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

USM lens, the Image Stabilizer mode may switch automatically to suit
the shooting conditions.

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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.

If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder
image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens Eg (sold separately) is
recommended.

Holding the Camera

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

Horizontal shooting

1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly.

2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand.

3. Rest your hand’s right index finger lightly on the shutter button.

4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body.
To maintain a stable stance, place one foot slightly ahead of the other.

5.

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

To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 127.

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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 for 4 sec.
(metering timer/0).

Pressing Completely

This releases the shutter and takes the
picture.

Preventing Camera Shake

Hand-held camera movement during the moment of exposure is called
camera shake. It can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake,
note the following:

• Hold and steady the camera as shown on the preceding page.

• Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus, then slowly press the
shutter button completely.

In the <d> <s> <f> <a> <F> shooting modes, pressing the

<p> button will execute the same operation 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

go back to shooting-ready by pressing the shutter button halfway.

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Mode Dial

6 Main Dial

Turn the dial while holding down
the lock release button at the
center of the dial.

Use it to set the shooting mode.

After pressing a button, turn the

(1)

<6> dial.

When you press a button such as
<n> <o> <m>, the
respective function remains selected for
6 sec. (9). During this time, you can
turn the <6> dial to change the 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

metering mode, AF operation, ISO
speed, AF point, etc.

Turn the < 6> dial only.

(2)

While looking at the viewfinder or LCD
panel, turn the <6> dial to change the
setting.

Use this dial to set the shutter speed,

aperture, etc.

The operations in (1) are possible even when the <R> switch is set to
the right (Multi function lock, p.51).

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Basic Operation

(1)

After pressing a button, turn the
<5> dial.

When you press a button such as
<n> <o> <m>, the
respective function remains selected for
6 sec. (9). During this time, you can
turn the <5> dial to change the 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 white

balance, drive mode, flash exposure
compensation, AF point, etc.

(2)

Turn the < 5> dial only.

While looking at the viewfinder or LCD
panel, turn the <
setting.

Use this dial to set the exposure

compensation amount, the aperture
setting for manual exposures, etc.

5> dial to change the

The operations in (1) are possible even when the <R> switch is set to
the right (Multi function lock, p.51).

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p AF Area Selection Lever

The <p> lever can be tilted to the right. Use it to select the AF area
selection mode.

After pressing the <S> button,
tilt the <p>.

Pressing the <S> button will make

the AF area selection mode and AF
point selectable for 6 sec. (9).
Then, when you tilt the <p> to the
right within that time, you can change
the AF area selection mode.

You can also press the <S> button and then press the <B> button to

select the AF area selection mode.

9 Multi-controller

The <9> consists of an eight-direction key and a button at the center.

Use it 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, operate the
Quick Control screen, etc.

You can also use it to select and set

menu items.

For menus and Quick Control, the

Multi-controller works only in the
vertical and horizontal directions
<V> <U>. It does not work in
diagonal directions.

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h Touch Pad

During movie shooting, the touch pad provides a quiet way to adjust the
shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO speed, sound
recording level, and headphone volume.
This function works when [z5: Silent Control] is set to [Enable h].

After pressing the <Q> button,
tap the <5> dial’s inner ring at
the top, bottom, left, or right.

R Multi Function Lock

By setting [83: Multi function lock] and moving the <R> switch
to the right, you can prevent the Main Dial, Quick Control Dial, Multi­controller, and AF area selection lever from moving and changing a
setting inadvertently.

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

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 settings display (p.52), [LOCK] will be displayed.

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U LCD Panel Illumination

Turn on (9) or off the LCD panel
illumination by pressing the <U> button.
During a bulb exposure, pressing the
shutter button completely will turn off the
LCD panel illumination.

Displaying Shooting Function Settings

After you press the <B> button a number of times, the shooting
function settings will be displayed.
With the shooting function settings displayed, you can turn the Mode
Dial to see the settings for each shooting mode.
Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting
function settings (p.53).
Press the <B> button again to turn off the display.

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

Press the <Q> button (7).

1

X The Quick Control screen will appear.

Set the desired functions.

2

Use <9> to select a function.

X The setting of the selected function is

displayed.

Turn the <5> or <6> dial to

change the setting.

<A> mode <d/s/f/a/F> modes

Take the picture.

3

Press the shutter button completely to

take the picture.

X The captured image will be displayed.

In the <A> mode, you can only select the recording function and card, and
set the image-recording quality, drive mode, and flash firing.

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Settable Functions on Quick Control Screen

Aperture (p.118)

Shutter speed (p.117)

Shooting mode* (p.23)

Exposure

compensation/

AEB setting
(p.122/123)

Picture Style (p.98)

AF operation (p.74)

White balance (p.99)

Metering mode (p.121)

White balance correction /

White balance bracketing

* Functions marked with an asterisk cannot be set with the Quick Control

screen.

AE lock* (p.124)

Highlight tone priority* (p.103)

ISO speed (p.97)

Flash exposure
compensation

Custom Controls/
Flash firing (A mode)

Image-recording quality

Recording function/Card selection
(p.92)

Auto Lighting Optimizer
(p.100)

Drive mode (p.89)

(p.95)

Function Setting Screen

Select a function and press <0>.

The function setting screen will
appear.

Turn the <6> or <5> dial to

change some of the settings. There
are also functions that are set by

Ð

<0>

pressing the button.

Press <0> to finalize the setting and

return to the previous screen.

When you select < > and press

the <M> button, the previous
screen will reappear.

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You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording
quality, date/time, etc.

<M> button

LCD monitor

<Q> button

<6> Main Dial

<5> Quick Control Dial

<0> button

A Mode Menu Screen

* Certain menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in the <A> mode.

d/s/f/a/F Mode Menu Screen

3: Playback

2: AF

z: Shooting

Secondary

tabs

Menu items

5: Set-up

8: Custom Functions

9: My Menu

Main tabs

Menu settings

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Menu Setting Procedure

Display the menu screen.

1

Press the <M> button to display

the menu screen.

Select a tab.

2

Each time you press the <Q> button,

the main tab will switch.

Turn the <6> dial to select a

secondary tab.

For example, the [z4] tab refers to

the screen displayed when the z
(Shooting) tab’s fourth dot “ ” from the
left is selected.

Select the desired item.

3

Turn the <5> dial to select the item,

then press <0>.

Select the setting.

4

Turn the <5> dial to select the

desired setting.

The current setting is indicated in

blue.

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Adjust the setting.

5

Press <0> to set it.

Exit the setting.

6

Press the <M> button to exit the

menu and return to shooting-ready.

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The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have

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

You can also use <9> to operate and set menu functions. (Except for

[31: Erase images] and [51: Format card].)

To cancel the operation, press the <M> button.

Dimmed Menu Items

Example: When Multi Shot
Noise Reduction is set

Dimmed menu items cannot be set. The
menu item is dimmed if another function
setting is overriding it.

You can see the overriding function by
selecting the dimmed menu item and
pressing <0>.
If you cancel the overriding function’s
setting, the dimmed menu item will
become settable.

Some dimmed menu items will not show the overriding function.

With [54: Clear all camera settings], you can reset the menu functions to
the default settings (p.61).

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3 Formatting the Card

If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or
computer, format the card with this camera.

When the card is formatted, all images and data on the card
will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make
sure there is nothing you need to keep. If necessary, transfer
the images and data to a computer, etc., before formatting the
card.

Select [Format card].

1

Under the [51] tab, select [Format

card], then press <0>.

Select the card.

2

[f] is the CF card, and [g] is the SD

card.

Select the card, then press <0>.

Select [OK].

3

X The card will be formatted.

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When [g] is selected, low-level

formatting is possible (p.59).
For low-level formatting, press the
<L> button to append [Low level
format] with a checkmark <X>, then
select [OK].

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Format the card in the following cases:

The card is new.
The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer.
The card is full with images or data.
A card-related error is displayed.

Low-level Formatting

Perform low-level formatting if the SD card’s reading or writing speed

seems slow or if you want to totally erase all data on the card.

Since low-level formatting will erase all recordable sectors on the SD 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 SD card as
usual.

When the card is formatted or data is erased, only the file management

information is changed. The actual data is not completely erased. Be
aware of this when selling or discarding the card. When discarding the
card, execute low-level formatting or destroy the card physically to
prevent the personal data from being leaked.

Before using a new Eye-Fi card, the software on the card must be

installed on your computer. Then format the card with the camera.

The card capacity displayed on the card format screen may be smaller

than the capacity indicated on the card.

This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.

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3 Disabling the Beeper

You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved or
during self-timer operation.

Select [Beep].

1

Under the [z1] tab, select [Beep],

then press <0>.

Select [Disable].

2

Select [Disable], then press <0>.

X The beeper will not sound.

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. The default setting is 1 min., but this
setting can be changed. If you do not want the camera to turn off
automatically, set this to [Disable]. After the power turns off, you can
turn on the camera again by pressing the shutter button or other
buttons.

Select [Auto power off].

1

Under the [52] tab, select [Auto

power off], then press <0>.

Set the desired time.

2

Select the desired setting, then press

<0>.

Even if [Disable] is set, the LCD monitor will turn off automatically after 30
min. to save power. (The camera’s power does not turn off.)

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3 Setting the Image Review Time

You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor just
after shooting. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the
image displayed, set [Off].

Select [Image review].

1

Under the [z1] tab, select [Image

review], then press <0>.

Set the desired time.

2

Select the desired setting, then press

<0>.

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

3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN

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

Select [Clear all camera settings].

1

Under the [54] tab, select [Clear all

camera settings], then press <0>.

Select [OK].

2

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You can display a grid in the viewfinder to help you check the camera tilt
or compose the shot.

Select [Viewfinder display].

1

Under the [52] tab, select

[Viewfinder display], then press
<0>.

Select [VF grid display].

2

Select [Enable].

3

X When you exit the menu, the grid will

appear in the viewfinder.

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You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor and in the
viewfinder to help you correct camera tilt.

Displaying the Electronic Level on the LCD Monitor

Press the <B> button.

1

Each time you press the <B>

button, the screen display will
change.

Display the electronic level.

If the electronic level does not

appear, set [53: z button
display options] so that the

electronic level can be displayed.

Check the camera’s tilt.

2

The horizontal and vertical tilt are

displayed in 1° increments.

When the red line turns green, it

indicates that the tilt is almost
corrected.

Vertical level

Horizontal level

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3 Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder

An electronic level can be displayed on the upper part of the viewfinder.
Since this can be displayed while you shoot, you can correct the
camera tilt while shooting.

Select [Viewfinder display].

1

Under the [52] tab, select

[Viewfinder display], then press
<0>.

Select [Viewfinder level].

2

Select [Show].

3

Press the shutter button halfway.

4

X The electronic level will be displayed

in the viewfinder.

This also works with vertical shooting.

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4° or greater

1°

1°

7°

7.5° or greater

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Setting the Viewfinder Information Display

The shooting function settings (Shooting mode, White balance, Drive
mode, AF operation, Metering mode, Image quality: JPEG/RAW, Flicker
detection) can be displayed in the viewfinder.
By default, only Flicker detection is checkmarked [X].

Select [Viewfinder display].

1

Under the [52] tab, select

[Viewfinder display], then press
<0>.

Select [Show/hide in viewfinder].

2

Checkmark [X] the information to

3

be displayed.

Select the information to display and

press <0> to append a checkmark
<X>.

Repeat this procedure to append a

checkmark [X] to all the information
to be displayed. Then select [OK].

X When you exit the menu, the

checkmarked information will appear
in the viewfinder.

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When [z Help] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, the
feature’s description (Help) can be displayed. The Help screen is
displayed only while you hold down the <B> button. If the Help fills
more than one screen, a scroll bar will appear on the right edge. To
scroll, hold down the <B> button and turn the <5> dial.

Example: [21: Case2]

B

Î

Scroll bar

Example: [24: Orientation linked AF point]

B

Î

Example: [83: Multi function lock]

B

Î

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Basic Shooting

This chapter explains how to use the Mode Dial’s <A>
(Scene Intelligent Auto) mode for easy picture taking.

In the <A> mode, all you do is point and shoot and the
camera sets everything automatically. Also, to prevent botched
pictures due to mistaken operations, advanced shooting
function settings cannot be changed.

Auto Lighting Optimizer

In the <A> mode, the Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.100) will adjust
the image automatically to obtain the optimum brightness and
contrast. It is also enabled by default in the <d>, <s>, or
<f> mode.

Scene Intelligent Auto

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Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

<A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene
and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus

automatically by detecting whether the subject is still or moving (p.71).

Set the Mode Dial to <A>.

1

Turn the Mode Dial while holding

down the lock release button at the
center.

Area AF frame

Focus indicator

Aim the Area AF frame over the

2

subject.

All the AF points will be used to focus,

and the camera will focus on the
closest object.

Aiming the center of the Area AF

frame over the subject will make
focusing easier.

Focus on the subject.

3

Press the shutter button halfway. The

lens’s focusing ring will rotate to
focus.

X During the autofocus operation,

<i> will be displayed.

X The AF point that achieves focus will

be displayed. At the same time, the
beeper will sound and the focus
indicator <o> will light up.

X In low light, the AF point(s) will light

up briefly in red.

X If necessary, the built-in flash will be

raised automatically.

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Take the picture.

4

Press the shutter button completely to

take the picture.

X The captured image will be displayed

for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.

After you finish shooting, push down

the built-in flash with your fingers.

The <A> mode makes the colors look more impressive in nature, outdoor,
and sunset scenes. If you did not obtain the desired color tones, change the
mode to <d>, <s>, <f>, or <a>, set a Picture Style other than
<D>, then shoot again (p.98).

FAQ

The focus indicator <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.

Aim the Area AF frame over an area with good contrast, then press
the shutter button halfway (p.47). If you are too close to the subject,
move away and try again.

When focus is achieved, the AF points do not light up in red.

The AF points light up in red in low-light conditions.

Multiple AF points light up simultaneously.

Focus has been achieved at all those points. As long as the AF point
covering the desired subject lights up, you can take the picture.

The beeper continues to beep softly. (The focus indicator <o>

does not light up.)

It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving
subject. (The focus indicator <o> does not light up.) You can take
sharp pictures of a moving subject.
Note that focus lock (p.71) will not work in this case.

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Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus on the

subject.

If the focus mode switch on the lens is set to <MF> (manual focus),
set it to <AF> (autofocus).

The flash fired even though it was daylight.

For a backlit subject, the flash may fire to help lighten the subject’s
dark areas. If you do not want the flash to fire, use the Quick Control
to set [Flash firing] to [b] (p.53).

The flash fired and the picture came out extremely bright.

Move further away from the subject and shoot. When shooting flash
photography, if the subject is too close to the camera, the picture
may come out extremely bright (overexposure).

In low light, the built-in flash fired a series of flashes.

Pressing the shutter button halfway may trigger the built-in flash to
fire a series of flashes to assist autofocusing. This is called the AF­assist beam (p.77). Its effective range is approx. 4 meters/13.1 feet.
The built-in flash will make a sound when firing continuously. This is
normal and not a malfunction.

When flash was used, the bottom part of the picture came out

unnaturally dark.

The shadow of the lens barrel was captured in the picture because
the subject was too close to the camera. Move further away from the
subject and shoot. If a hood is attached to the lens, remove it before
taking the flash picture.

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Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)

Recomposing the Shot

Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to
create a balanced background and good perspective.
In the <A> mode, pressing the shutter button halfway to focus on a
still subject will lock the focus on that subject. Recompose the shot
while keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, and then press the
shutter button completely to take the picture. This is called “focus lock”.

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 on the
subject continuously. (The beeper will continue beeping softly.) As long
as you keep the Area AF frame positioned over 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 Live View Shooting

You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is
called “Live View shooting”. For details, see page 127.

Set the Live View shooting/Movie

1

shooting switch to <A>.

Display the Live View image on

2

the LCD monitor.

Press the <0> button.

X The Live View image will appear on

the LCD monitor.

Focus on the subject.

3

Press the shutter button halfway to

focus.

X When focus is achieved, the AF point

will turn green and the beeper will
sound.

Take the picture.

4

Press the shutter button completely.

X The picture is taken and the captured

image is displayed on the LCD
monitor.

X When the playback display ends, the

camera will return to Live View
shooting automatically.

Press the <0> button to end the

Live View shooting.

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Setting the AF and

Drive Modes

The AF points in the viewfinder
are arranged to make AF shooting
suitable for a wide variety of
subjects and scenes.

You can also select the AF operation and drive mode
that best match the shooting conditions and subject.

A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a

function that can be used only in these modes: <d> <s>
<f> <a> <F>.

In the <A> mode, the AF operation and AF area selection

mode are set automatically.

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

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You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting
conditions or subject. In the <A> mode, “AI Focus AF” is set
automatically.

Set the lens’s focus mode switch

1

to <AF>.

Set the <d> <s> <f> <a>

2

<F> mode.
Press the <o> button. (9)

3

Select the AF operation.

4

While looking at the LCD panel or

through the viewfinder, turn the
<6> dial.

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

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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

that achieved focus will be displayed,
and the focus indicator <o> in the
viewfinder will also light up.

AF point

Focus indicator

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

locked. You can then recompose the shot if desired.

With evaluative metering (p.121), the

exposure setting will be set at the
same time as focus is achieved.

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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 camera will keep focusing on the subject continuously.

The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken.
When the AF area selection mode (p.78) is set to 65-point automatic

selection AF, focus tracking will continue as long as the Area AF
frame covers the subject.

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 start tracking the moving
subject.

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AF Operation Indicator

When you press the shutter button
halfway and the camera is focusing with
AF, the <i> icon will appear on the
lower right of the viewfinder.
In the One-Shot AF mode, the icon also
appears if you press the shutter button
halfway after focus is achieved.

AF Points Lighting Up in Red

The AF points light up in red in low-light conditions.

AF-Assist Beam with the Built-in Flash

Under low-light conditions, when you press the shutter button halfway,
the built-in flash may fire a brief burst of flashes. It illuminates the
subject to help autofocusing.

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The camera has 65 AF points for autofocusing. You can select the AF
area selection mode and AF point(s) suiting the scene or subject.

Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the number of
usable AF points and AF point patterns will differ. For details,
see “Lenses and Usable AF Points” on page 83.

AF Area Selection Mode

You can select one of seven AF area selection modes. For the setting
procedure, see page 80.

Single-point Spot AF
(Manual selection)

For pinpoint focusing.

Single-point AF
(Manual selection)

Select one AF point to focus.

AF point expansion
(Manual selection )

The manually-selected AF point <S>
and four adjacent AF points <w> (above,
below, on the left, and on the right) are
used to focus.

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AF point expansion (Manual
selection, surrounding points)

The manually-selected AF point <S>
and the surrounding AF points <w> are
used to focus.

Zone AF
(Manual selection of zone)

One of nine zones is used to focus.

Large Zone AF

(Manual selection of zone)

One of three zones (left, center, or right)
is used to focus.

65-point automatic selection
AF

The Area AF frame (entire AF area) is
used to focus. This mode is set

automatically in the <A> mode.

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Selecting the AF Area Selection Mode

Press the <S> button. (9)

1

Operate the <p> or <B>

2

button.

Look through the viewfinder and

operate the <p> or <B> button.

Each time you tilt <p> to the right,

the AF area selection mode changes.

Each time you press the <B>

button, the AF area selection mode
changes.

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Selecting the AF Point Manually

You can manually select the AF point or zone.

Press the <S> button.

1

X The AF points will be displayed in the

viewfinder.

In AF point expansion modes,

adjacent AF points will also be
displayed.

In the Zone AF mode, the selected

zone will be displayed.

Select an AF point.

2

The AF point selection will change in

the direction you tilt <9>. If you
press <9> straight down, the center
AF point (or center zone) will be
selected.

You can also select a horizontal AF

point by turning the <6> dial and
select a vertical AF point by turning
the <5> dial.

In the Zone AF mode, turning the

<6> or <5> dial will change the
zone in a looping sequence.

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The camera’s AF sensor has 65 AF points. The illustration below shows
the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. With f/2.8 or
larger maximum aperture lenses, high-precision AF is possible with the
center AF point.

Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the number of
usable AF points and AF pattern will differ. For details, see pages
83-86.

Diagram

Cross-type focusing: f/5.6 vertical + f/5.6 horizontal

Dual cross-type focusing:
f/2.8 right diagonal + f/2.8 left diagonal
f/5.6 vertical + f/5.6 horizontal

The focusing sensor is geared to obtain higher precision
focusing with f/2.8 or larger maximum aperture lenses. A
diagonal cross pattern makes it easier to focus on
subjects difficult for AF. It is provided at the center AF
point.

The focusing sensor is geared for f/5.6 or larger
maximum aperture lenses. Since it has a horizontal
pattern, it can detect vertical lines. It covers all 65 AF
points. The center AF point and the adjacent AF points at
the top and bottom are compatible with f/8 or larger
maximum-aperture lenses.

The focusing sensor is geared for f/5.6 or larger
maximum aperture lenses. Since it has a vertical pattern,
it can detect horizontal lines. It covers all 65 AF points.
The center AF point and the adjacent AF points on the
left and on the right are compatible with f/8 or larger
maximum-aperture lenses.

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Although the camera has 65 AF points, the number of usable AF

points and focusing patterns will differ depending on the lens. The
lenses are thereby classified into seven groups from A to G.

When using a lens in Groups E to G, fewer AF points will be usable.
To see which group a lens belongs to, refer to “Camera Instruction

Manual” (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM.

When you press the <S> button, the AF points indicated by the mark

will blink (The / AF points will stay lit).

Regarding new lenses marketed after the sales start of EOS 7D Mark II

in the second half of 2014, check the Canon Web site to see which group
they belong to.

Some lenses may not be available in certain countries or regions.

Group A

Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes
are selectable.

: Dual cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and the focusing
precision is higher than with other AF
points.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

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Group B

Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes
are selectable.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

Group C

Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes
are selectable.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

: AF points sensitive to horizontal

lines.

Group D

Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes
are selectable.

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: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

: AF points sensitive to horizontal

lines.

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Group E

Autofocusing with only 45 points is possible. (Not possible with all 65
AF points.) All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During
automatic AF point selection, the outer frame marking the AF area
(Area AF frame) will be different from 65-point automatic selection AF.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

: AF points sensitive to horizontal

lines.

: Disabled AF points (not displayed).

Group F

Autofocusing with only 45 points is possible. (Not possible with all 65
AF points.) All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During
automatic AF point selection, the outer frame marking the AF area
(Area AF frame) will be different from 65-point automatic selection AF.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

: AF points sensitive to vertical lines

(AF points in the horizontal array at
the top and bottom) or horizontal
lines (AF points in a vertical array on
the left and right).

: Disabled AF points (not displayed).

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Group G

AF is possible with the center AF point and the adjacent AF points
above, below, on the left, and on the right. Only the following AF area
selection modes are selectable: Single-point AF (manual selection),
Single-point Spot AF (manual selection), and AF point expansion
(manual selection ).
If an Extender is attached to the lens and the maximum aperture is f/8
(between f/5.6 and f/8), AF will be possible.

: Cross-type AF point. Subject

tracking is superior and high­precision focusing is achieved.

: AF point sensitive to vertical lines

(top and bottom AF points adjacent
to the center AF point) or horizontal
lines (left and right AF points
adjacent to the center AF point).
Not manually selectable. It works
only when “AF point expansion
(manual selection )” is selected.

: Disabled AF points (not displayed).

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Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics

You can easily fine-tune AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or
scene just by selecting an option from case 1 to case 6. This feature is
called the “AF Configuration Tool.”

Select the [21] tab.

1

Select a case.

2

Turn the <5> dial to select a case

icon, then press <0>.

X The selected case will be set. The

selected case is indicated in blue.

N

Case 1 to 6

Case 1 to 6 are six setting combinations of “Tracking sensitivity”,
“Acceleration/deceleration tracking”, and “AF point auto switching”.
Refer to the table below to select the case applicable to the subject or
scene.

Case Icon Description Applicable Subjects

Case 1 Versatile multi purpose setting For any moving subject.

Case 2

Case 3

Case 4

Case 5

Case 6

Continue to track subjects,
ignoring possible obstacles

Instantly focus on subjects
suddenly entering AF points

For subjects that accelerate or
decelerate quickly

For erratic subjects moving
quickly in any direction (disabled
in Single-point AF mode)

For subjects that change speed
and move erratically (disabled in
Single-point AF mode)

Tennis players, butterfly
swimmers, freestyle skiers,
etc.

Starting line of a bicycle race,
alpine downhill skiers, etc.

Soccer, motor sports,
basketball, etc.

Figure skaters, etc.

Rhythm gymnastics, etc.

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1

Focusing ring

2

Set the lens’s focus mode switch
to <MF>.

X <4 L> will be displayed on the

LCD panel.

Focus on the subject.

Focus by turning the lens’s focusing

ring until the subject looks sharp in
the viewfinder.

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Single and continuous drive modes are provided. You can select the
drive mode suiting the scene or subject.

Press the <o> button. (9)

1

Select the drive mode.

2

While looking at the LCD panel or

viewfinder, turn the <5> dial.

u : Single shooting

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

o: High-speed continuous shooting

While you hold down the shutter button completely, the camera
will shoot continuously at a maximum of approx. 10.0 shots/

sec.

i : Low-speed continuous shooting

While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be
taken at a speed of approx. 3.0 shots/sec.

B : Silent single shooting

Single shooting with less shooting sound than <u> during
viewfinder shooting.

M : Silent continuous shooting

Continuous shooting with less shooting sound than <i> during
viewfinder shooting. The continuous shooting speed will be

approx. 4.0 shots/sec.

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

Press the <o> button. (9)

1

Select the self-timer.

2

While looking at the LCD panel or

viewfinder, turn the <5> dial.
Q : 10-sec. self-timer

k : 2-sec. self-timer

Take the picture.

3

Look through the viewfinder, focus on

the subject, then press the shutter
button completely.

X You can check the self-timer

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

X Two seconds before the picture is

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

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Image Settings

This chapter explains image-related function settings:
Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white
balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, noise reduction,
highlight tone priority, lens aberration correction, anti­flicker shooting, and other functions.

A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a

function that can be used only in these modes: <d> <s>
<f> <a> <F>.

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If either a CF card or SD card is already inserted in the camera, you
can start recording captured images. When only one card is
inserted, you do not have to follow the procedures described on
pages 92-94.

If you insert both a CF card and SD card, you can select the recording
method and select which card to use for recording and playing back
images.
[f] indicates the CF card, and [g] the SD card.

Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback

Recording Method with Two Cards Inserted

Select [Record func+card/folder

1

sel.].

Under the [51] tab, select [Record

func+card/folder sel.], then press

<0>.

Select [Record func.].

2

Select the recording method.

3

Select the recording method, then

press <0>.

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Standard

Images will be recorded to the card selected with [Record/play].

Auto switch card

Same as with the [Standard] setting, but if the card becomes full,
the camera will automatically switch to the other card to record
images. When the card is automatically switched, a new folder will
be created.

Rec. separately

You can set the image-recording quality for each card (p.95). Each
image is recorded to both the CF and SD cards at the image­recording quality you set. You can freely set the image-recording
quality, such as to 73 and 1, or c and 41.

Rec. to multiple

Each image is recorded to both the CF and SD cards simultaneously
at the same image size. You can also select RAW+JPEG.

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Selecting the CF or SD Card for Recording and Playback

If [Record func.] is set to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the
card for recording and playing images.
If [Record func.] is set to [Rec. separately] or [Rec. to multiple],
select the card for playing images.

Standard / Auto switch card

Select [Record/play].

Select [Record/play], then press

<0>.

f: Record images to and play

images back from the CF
card.

g : Record images to and play

images back from the SD
card.

Select the card, then press <0>.

Rec. separately / Rec. to multiple

Select [Playback].

Select [Playback], then press <0>.

f: Play back the CF card’s

images.

g : Play back the SD card’s

images.

Select the card, then press <0>.

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You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG
image-recording quality settings:
There are three RAW image quality settings:

73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c

Select [Image quality].

1

Under the [z1] tab, select [Image

1, 41, 61

quality], then press <0>.

.

.

Standard / Auto switch
card / Rec. to multiple

Rec. separately

Select the image-recording quality.

2

To select a RAW quality, turn the

<6> dial. To select a JPEG quality,
turn the <5> dial.

On the upper right, the “**M

x

(megapixels) ****
indicates the recorded pixel count,
and [***] is the number of possible
shots (displayed up to 9999).

Press <0> to set it.

Under [51: Record func+card/

folder sel.], if [Record func.] is set to
[Rec. separately], select CF card
[f] or SD card [g], then press
<0>.

Select the desired image-recording

quality, then press <0>.

****” number

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Guide to Image-Recording Quality Settings (Approx.)

Image

Quality

73
83 3.5 2060 2060 (2060)
74
84 1.8 3810 3810 (3810)

JPEG

7a
8a 1.2 5800 5800 (5800)

b
c

1 20M A2 24.0 290 24 (31)
41 11M A3 19.3 350 28 (31)

RAW

61 5.0M A4 13.3 510 35 (35)
1

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RAW

417311M

+

JPEG

61735.0M

*1: b is suitable for playing the images on a digital photo frame.
*2: c is suitable for emailing the image or using it on a Web site.

b and c will be in 7 (Fine) quality.
The file size, possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting

are based on Canon’s testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO 100 and
Standard Picture Style) using an 8 GB CF card. These figures will vary by

the subject, card brand, aspect ratio, ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom
Functions, and other settings.

The maximum burst applies to <o> high-speed continuous shooting.

Figures in parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) 7 CF card based on
Canon’s testing standards.

Pixels

Recorded

8.9M A3

5.0M A4

*1

2.5M 9x13 cm 1.3 5240 5240 (5240)

*2

0.3M - 0.3 20330 20330 (20330)

Printing

Size

20M A2

20M
20M

20M

20M

A2
A2

A3
A2

A4
A2

File Size

(MB)

6.6 1090 130 (1090)

3.6 2000 2000 (2000)

2.3 3060 3060 (3060)

24.0+6.6 220 18 (19)

19.3+6.6 260 18 (19)

13.3+6.6 340 18 (19)

Possible

Shots

Maximum

Burst

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i: Setting the ISO SpeedN

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Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the
ambient light level. With the <A> mode selected, the ISO speed will
be set automatically.

Press the <m> button. (9)

1

Set the ISO speed.

2

While looking at the LCD panel or in

the viewfinder, turn the <6> dial.

ISO speed can be set within ISO 100

- ISO 16000 in 1/3-stop increments.

“A” indicates Auto ISO. The ISO

speed will be set automatically.

ISO Speed Guide

ISO speed

ISO 100 - ISO 400 Sunny outdoors

ISO 400 - ISO 1600

ISO 1600 - ISO 16000, H1, H2 Dark indoors or night

* High ISO speeds will result in grainier images.

Shooting Situation

(No flash)

Overcast skies or

evening time

Flash Range

The higher the ISO
speed, the farther the
flash range will be.

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By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics
matching your photographic expression or the subject.
The Picture Style is set automatically to [D] (Auto) in the <A>
mode.

Press the <b> button.

1

Select [A].

2

X The Picture Style selection screen will

appear.

Select a Picture Style.

3

X The Picture Style will be set and the

camera will be ready to shoot.

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B: Setting the White BalanceN

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White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally,
the [Q] (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natural­looking colors cannot be obtained with [Q], you can select the white
balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white
object.
<A> is automatically set in the [Q] mode.

Press the <n> button. (9)

1

Select a white balance setting.

2

While looking at the LCD panel or

viewfinder, turn the <5> dial.

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3

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If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and
contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto
Lighting Optimizer. The default setting is [Standard]. With JPEG
images, the correction is applied when the image is captured.
[Standard] is automatically set in the <A> mode.

Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast

N

Select [Auto Lighting Optimizer

1

Under the [z2] tab, select [Auto

Lighting Optimizer], then press

<0>.

Select the setting.

2

Select the desired setting, then press

<0>.

Take the picture.

3

The image will be recorded with the

brightness and contrast corrected if
necessary.

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