Canon EOS R User Manual

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Advanced User Guide

Introduction

Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following

To avoid shooting problems and accidents, first read the “Safety Instructions” (p.25–27) and “Handling Precautions” (p.28–30). Also, read this manual carefully to ensure that you use the camera correctly.

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

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

Testing the Camera Before Use and Liability

After shooting, play images back and check whether they have been properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or imported 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.

Connecting Other Devices

Use the included interface cable or a genuine Canon cable when connecting the camera to a computer or other device. When connecting an interface cable, also use the included cable protector (p.37).

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Item Check List

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

Camera			Battery Pack			Battery Charger
			LP-E6N			LC-E6/LC-E6E*
(with eyecup and body cap)			(with protective cover)

Strap

Interface Cable

Cable Protector

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

ooThe camera does not come with a memory card (p.10) or HDMI cable. ooFor details on the Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals, see the next

page.

ooIf you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lenses are included. ooBe careful not to lose any of the above items.

When you need Lens Instruction Manuals, download them from the Canon website (p.4).

The Lens Instruction Manuals (PDF files) are for lenses sold individually. Note that when purchasing the Lens Kit, some of the accessories included with the lens may not match those listed in the Lens Instruction Manual.

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Instruction Manuals

The Instruction Manual included with the camera provides basic instructions for the camera and Wi-Fi

functions.

The Advanced User Guide (this PDF file), which provides complete instructions, can be downloaded from the Canon website to a computer or other device.

Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals

The Advanced User Guide and instruction manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded from the Canon website to a computer or other device.

zzDownload site

Advanced User Guide

Lens Instruction Manual

Software Instruction Manual ggwww.canon.com/icpd

ooTo view the PDF files, an Adobe PDF viewing software such as

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC (most recent version recommended) is required.

ooAdobe Acrobat Reader DC can be downloaded for free from the Internet. ooDouble-click the downloaded PDF file to open it.

ooTo learn how to use PDF viewing software, refer to the software’s Help section or the like.

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Instruction Manuals

Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals Using QR Code

The Advanced User Guide and instruction manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded to a smartphone or tablet using the QR code.

ggwww.canon.com/icpd

ooA software application is required to read the QR code.

ooSelect your country or region of residence, then download the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals.

ooSelect [Manual/software URL] under the [56] tab to display the QR code on the camera screen.

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Quick Start Guide

1	Insert the battery (p.43).
	zzUpon purchase, charge the
	battery to start using (p.40).
2	Insert the card (p.44).
	zzWith the card’s label facing
	toward the back of the
	camera, insert it into the
	card slot.
3	Attach the lens (p.50).
	zzAlign the red mount index on the
	lens with the red mount index on
	the camera to attach the lens.
	zzMake sure the lens’s focus mode
	switch is set to <2> (p.50).
4	Set the power switch to <1>
	(p.48).
5	Flip out the screen (p.47).
	zzWhen the date/time/zone setting
	screen is displayed, see page
	380.

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Quick Start Guide

6	Set the shooting mode to [A]
	(p.123).
	zzPress the <W> button and
	turn the <6> dial to select [A],
	then press <0>.
	zzAll the necessary camera settings
	will be set automatically.
7	Focus on the subject (p.56).
	zz<p> (an AF point) appears over
	any face detected.
	zzPress the shutter button halfway,
	and the camera will focus on the
	subject.
8	Take the picture (p.56).
	zzPress the shutter button
	completely to take the picture.
9	Review the picture.
	zzThe image just captured will be
	displayed for approx. 2 sec. on
	the screen.
	zzTo display the image again, press
	the <x> button (p.304).

zzTo view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.304). zzTo delete images, see “Erasing Images” (p.335).

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About This Manual

Chapter Organization

Chapters 2–7 correspond to the functions in camera menus.

Icons in this Manual

<W>	: Indicates the Mode button.
<6>	: Indicates the Main dial.
<5>	: Indicates the Quick control dial.

<W><X><Y><Z> : Indicates the corresponding direction on the <V> cross keys.

: Indicates the <B> Multi-function bar.

: Indicates the lens control ring.

>: Indicates the Setting button.

*: Indicates the duration (in seconds) of the operation for the button you pressed, as timed after you

release the button.

•In addition to the above, the icons and symbols used on the camera’s buttons and displayed on the screen are also used in this manual when discussing relevant operations and functionality.

M: A Micon to the right of a page title indicates that the function is available only in [t], [d], [s], [f], [a], or [BULB] mode.

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

: Warning to prevent shooting problems.

: Supplemental information.

: Tips or advice for better shooting.

: Troubleshooting advice.

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About This Manual

Basic Assumptions for Operational Instructions, Sample Photos

zzBefore following any instructions, make sure the power switch is set to <1> and no controls are locked with the Multi-function lock (p.48, 60).

zzIt is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are set to their defaults.

zzThe illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM lens as an example.

zzThe sample photos used in this manual are for instructional purposes only.

zzIn references to using EF or EF-S lenses, it is assumed that a mount adapter is used.

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Compatible Cards

The following cards can be used with the camera regardless of capacity. If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera

(p.373).

zzSD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards

* UHS-II and UHS-I cards supported.

Cards that Can Record Movies

When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with good enough performances (fast enough writing and reading speeds) to handle the movie recording quality. For details, see page 611.

In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards.

*The camera does not come with a card for recording photos/ movies. Please purchase it separately.

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Chapters

	Introduction	2
1	Preparation and Basic Operations	39
2	Shooting	69
3	AF	255
4	Playback	301
5	Set-up	361
6	Wi-Fi (Wireless Communication) Functions	423
7	Custom Functions / My Menu	539
8	Reference	571

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Contents
Introduction	2
Item Check List..........................................................................	3
Instruction Manuals....................................................................	4
Quick Start Guide.......................................................................	6
About This Manual.....................................................................	8
Compatible Cards....................................................................	10
Chapters..................................................................................	11
Index to Features.....................................................................	21
Safety Instructions...................................................................	25
Handling Precautions...............................................................	28
Part Names..............................................................................	31
1 Preparation and Basic Operations	39
Charging the Battery................................................................	40
Inserting/Removing the Battery................................................	43
Inserting and Removing the Card............................................	44
Using the Screen.....................................................................	47
Turning on the Power...............................................................	48
Attaching and Detaching a Lens..............................................	50
Attaching and Detaching EF/EF-S Lenses..............................	52
Using the Viewfinder................................................................	54
Basic Operations......................................................................	55
Menu Operations and Settings................................................	63

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dTouch-Screen Operation......................................................	67
QQuick Control......................................................................	68
2 Shooting	69
2-1 Shooting Still Photos	70
Tab Menus: Still Photo Shooting..............................................	71
Index to Features: Still Photo Shooting....................................	74
Setting Image Quality...............................................................	75
Setting Up Dual Pixel RAW Shooting......................................	78
Setting Cropping/Aspect Ratio.................................................	80
i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still Photos.............................	83
Selecting a Picture Style..........................................................	88
Customizing a Picture Style.....................................................	92
Registering a Picture Style.......................................................	95
B: Setting the White Balance...............................................	97
uWhite Balance Correction ................................................	102
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast .........................	104
Setting Noise Reduction .......................................................	105
Highlight Tone Priority............................................................	109
Correction of Lens Aberrations due to
Optical Characteristics ..........................................................	110
Reducing Flicker ..................................................................	115
Setting the Color Space .......................................................	117

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Card Reminder.......................................................................	118
Setting the Image Review Time.............................................	118
Setting the Metering Timer.....................................................	119
Exposure Simulation..............................................................	120
Appending Dust Delete Data.................................................	121
AFully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)...........	123
AFull Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto).................	126
xShooting with the Touch Shutter......................................	130
d: Program AE......................................................................	132
s: Shutter-Priority AE.........................................................	134
f: Aperture-Priority AE.......................................................	136
a: Manual Exposure.............................................................	138
t: Flexible-Priority AE.........................................................	140
iSelecting the Drive Mode.................................................	144
jUsing the Self-Timer ........................................................	147
Selecting the Display Speed for High-Speed Continuous
Shooting.................................................................................	149
Silent Live View Shooting......................................................	150
Silent Shooting.......................................................................	151
qSelecting the Metering Mode...........................................	152
OSetting the Desired Exposure Compensation...................	154
hAuto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)....................................	155
ALocking the Exposure for Shooting (AE Lock)..................	157

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BULB: Long (Bulb) Exposures..............................................	158
w: HDR (High Dynamic Range) Shooting........................	161
PMultiple Exposures...........................................................	166
Remote Control Shooting.......................................................	174
Using a Remote Switch..........................................................	176
DFlash Photography.............................................................	177
Setting the Flash Function.....................................................	179
2-2 Shooting Movies	188
Tab Menus: Movie Shooting...................................................	189
Index to Features: Movie Shooting........................................	191
Setting the Movie Recording Quality......................................	192
Setting the Sound Recording.................................................	202
Setting the Time Code...........................................................	205
kShooting Movies..............................................................	209
Movie Cropping......................................................................	219
Movie Digital IS......................................................................	220
Shooting HDR Movies............................................................	222
aShooting Time-lapse Movies..........................................	224
Shooting Movies Set to Canon Log.......................................	236
Menu Function Settings .......................................................	244
3 AF	255
Tab Menus: AF (Still Photos)..................................................	256

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Contents
Tab Menus: AF (Movies)........................................................	259
Selecting the AF Operation....................................................	262
Selecting the AF Method........................................................	265
Setting the AF Point Size.......................................................	276
Focusing on People’s Eyes....................................................	277
Setting Continuous AF...........................................................	278
Setting Touch & Drag AF........................................................	279
MF: Focusing Manually..........................................................	281
Setting Movie Servo AF.........................................................	286
Customizing AF Functions.....................................................	288
4 Playback	301
Tab Menus: Playback.............................................................	302
Index to Features: Playback and Related Operations...........	303
xImage Playback...............................................................	304
Customizing Playback Information Display............................	307
HIndex Display (Multiple-Image Display)............................	310
eJump Display (Jumping Through Images)........................	311
tFiltering Images for Playback..........................................	313
uMagnifying Images...........................................................	315
bRotating Images................................................................	317
KProtecting Images............................................................	318
pSetting Ratings.................................................................	321

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kEnjoying Movies...............................................................	324
kPlaying Back Movies........................................................	325
XEditing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes...........................	327
IGrabbing a Frame from 4K Movies or
4K Time-Lapse Movies..........................................................	329
Slide Show (Auto Playback)...................................................	331
Viewing Images on a Television.............................................	333
LErasing Images.................................................................	335
RProcessing RAW Images with the Camera....................	339
SResizing JPEG Images....................................................	345
NCropping JPEG Images....................................................	346
dTransferring Images to a Computer/FTP Server.............	348
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)..................................	353
pSpecifying Images for a Photobook..................................	357
5 Set-up	361
Tab Menus: Set-up.................................................................	362
Creating and Selecting a Folder............................................	365
File Numbering Methods........................................................	367
Renaming Files......................................................................	370
Setting the Auto Rotation of Vertical Images..........................	372
Formatting the Card...............................................................	373
Setting Eco Mode...................................................................	376

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Contents

Setting Power-Saving Features.............................................	377
Adjusting the Screen Brightness............................................	378
Adjusting the Screen Color Tone...........................................	379
Setting the Date, Time, and Time Zone.................................	380
Setting the Interface Language..............................................	383
Setting the Video System.......................................................	384
Setting the Touch Control Response.....................................	385
Disabling Beeps for Camera Operations...............................	386
Checking the Battery Information...........................................	387
fSensor Cleaning.............................................................	391
Setting the HDMI Output Resolution......................................	395
RAW Playback on an HDR TV...............................................	396
Customizing Information Displayed When Shooting..............	397
Setting a Priority for Shooting Display Performance..............	402
Setting the Viewfinder Display Format...................................	402
Setting the Display Mode.......................................................	403
Customizing Shutter Button Functionality..............................	404
1 Help..................................................................................	405
Setting Wireless Features......................................................	407
Geotagging Images................................................................	411
RSetting the Multi-Function Lock....................................	416
w: Registering Custom Shooting Modes..............................	417
Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings ......................	419

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Setting Copyright Information ..............................................	420
Checking Other Information...................................................	422
6 Wi-Fi (Wireless Communication) Functions	423
What You Can Do via Wi-Fi
(Wireless Communication) Functions....................................	424
Connecting to a Smartphone via Wi-Fi..................................	427
Connecting to a Computer via Wi-Fi......................................	461
Connecting to a Printer via Wi-Fi...........................................	469
Sending Images to a Web Service.........................................	481
Wi-Fi Connection via Access Points......................................	496
Reconnecting via Wi-Fi..........................................................	509
Changing or Deleting Connection Settings............................	513
Clearing Wireless Communication Settings to Default..........	515
View Info Screen....................................................................	516
Responding to Error Messages.............................................	517
Wireless Communication Function Notes..............................	528
Security..................................................................................	530
Checking Network Settings....................................................	531
[Wireless communication settings] Screen.......................	532
[Wi-Fi settings] Screen.........................................................	533
Virtual Keyboard Operation....................................................	534
Setting the IPAddress Manually............................................	535

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Contents
	Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Status Display..............................................	537
7	Custom Functions / My Menu	539
	Tab Menus: Customization.....................................................	540
	Custom Function Settings......................................................	542
	Customizing Operations.........................................................	555
	Tab Menus: My Menu.............................................................	565
	Registering My Menu.............................................................	566
8	Reference	571
	Software Overview.................................................................	572
	Importing Images to a Computer...........................................	574
	Charging a Battery in the Camera.........................................	576
	Using a Battery Grip...............................................................	578
	Troubleshooting Guide...........................................................	588
	Error Codes............................................................................	607
	Performance Data..................................................................	608
	Information Display................................................................	617
	Index......................................................................................	633

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Index to Features

Power

zz Charging the battery	Bp.40
zz Battery level	Bp.49
zz Checking battery
information	Bp.387
zz Household power
outlet	Bp.582
zz Eco mode	Bp.376
zz Power saving	Bp.377
Cards
zz Formatting	Bp.373
zz Releasing shutter
without card	Bp.118
zz Cards compatible
with movie recording	Bp.611
Lens
zz Attaching	B p.50, 52
zz Detaching	B p.51, 53
zz Releasing shutter
without lens	Bp.551
Basic Settings
zz Language	Bp.383
zz Date/Time/Zone	Bp.380
zz Beeper	Bp.386

zz Copyright information	Bp.420
zz Clear all camera
settings	Bp.419

Viewfinder

zz Dioptric adjustment	Bp.54
zz Information display in
viewfinder	Bp.397
zz Viewfinder vertical
display	Bp.399
zz Viewfinder display
format	Bp.402
Screen
zz Vari-angle	Bp.47
zz Touch control	Bp.67
zz Color tone	Bp.379
zz Brightness	Bp.378
zz Display settings	Bp.403
zz Electronic level	Bp.397
zz Help	Bp.405
AF
zz AF operation	Bp.262
zz AF method	Bp.265
zz AF point selection	Bp.271
zz AF frame size	Bp.276
zz Eye Detection AF	Bp.277
zz Continuous AF	Bp.278
zz Touch & drag AF	Bp.279
zz MF peaking settings	Bp.283
zz Focus guide	Bp.284
zz Customizing AF
functions	Bp.288
zz Manual focusing	Bp.281
zz Electronic manual
focus	Bp.293

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Index to Features

Metering

zz Metering mode	Bp.152
Drive
zz Drive mode	Bp.144
zz Self-timer	Bp.147
zz Silent LV shooting	Bp.150
zz Silent shooting	Bp.151
zz Maximum burst	Bp.77
Image Recording Settings
zz Creating/Selecting
a folder	Bp.365
zz File numbering	Bp.367
Image Quality
zz Image quality	Bp.75
zz Dual Pixel RAW	Bp.78
zz Cropping/aspect ratio	Bp.80

zz ISO speed (still photos) Bp.83

zz Picture Style	Bp.88
zz White balance	Bp.97
zz Auto Lighting OptimizerBp.104
zz Noise reduction for
high ISO speeds	Bp.105
zz Noise reduction for long
exposures	Bp.107
zz Highlight tone priority	Bp.109
zz Lens aberration
correction	Bp.110
zz Reducing flicker	Bp.115
zz Color space	Bp.117

Shooting

zz Shooting mode	Bp.70
zz HDR mode	Bp.161
zz Multiple exposures	Bp.166
zz Bulb timer	Bp.159
zz Depth-of-field preview	Bp.137
zz Remote switch	Bp.176
zz Remote control	Bp.174
• Pairing	Bp.408
zz Quick Control	Bp.68
zz Touch Shutter	Bp.130
zz Magnified view	Bp.273
zz Grid display	Bp.399
zz Shooting information
display	Bp.397
zz Display settings	Bp.403
zz Multi-function lock	Bp.60
zz Error codes	Bp.607
Exposure
zz Exposure
compensation	Bp.154
zz Exposure compensation
with M+ISO Auto	Bp.139
zz AEB	Bp.155
zz AE lock	Bp.157
zz Safety shift	Bp.545
zz Exposure simulation	Bp.120

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Index to Features

Flash

zz External flash	Bp.177
zz Flash exposure
compensation	Bp.177
zz FE lock	Bp.177

zz Flash function settings Bp.182

zz Flash Custom Function
settings	Bp.187

Movie Shooting

zz Autoexposure shooting Bp.209 zz Shutter priority AE

shooting	Bp.210
zz Aperture priority AE
shooting	Bp.211
zz Manual exposure
shooting	Bp.213
zz ISO speed (movie)	Bp.246
zz Movie Servo AF	Bp.286
zz Movie Servo AF
tracking sensitivity	Bp.291
zz Movie Servo AF speed	Bp.292

zz Movie recording quality Bp.192

zz 24.00p	Bp.198
zz High Frame Rate	Bp.199
zz Movie cropping
shooting	Bp.219
zz HDR movie	Bp.222
zz Time-lapse movie	Bp.224
zz Canon Log	Bp.236
zz Sound recording	Bp.202
zz Microphone	Bp.203
zz Wind filter	Bp.202

zz Attenuator	Bp.203
zz Time code	Bp.205
zz Auto slow shutter	Bp.248

zz Av 1/8-stop increments Bp.249

zz HDMI output	Bp.251
zz Remote control
shooting	Bp.245
Playback
zz Image review time	Bp.118
zz Single-image display	Bp.304
zz Shooting information
display	Bp.305
zz Grid display	Bp.305
zz Touch playback	Bp.306
zz Playback information
display	Bp.307
zz Index display	Bp.310
zz Image browsing
(Jump display)	Bp.311
zz Setting image search
conditions	Bp.313
zz Magnified view	Bp.315
zz Image rotation	Bp.317
zz Protect	Bp.318
zz Rating	Bp.321
zz Movie playback	Bp.325
zz Editing a movie’s first
and last scenes	Bp.327
zz Frame Grab (4K)	Bp.329
zz Slide show	Bp.331
zz Viewing images on
a television	Bp.333
zz Erasing	Bp.335

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Index to Features

Image Editing

zz RAW image processing Bp.339

zz Resizing JPEGs	Bp.345
zz Cropping JPEGs	Bp.346
Image Transfer/Print Order
zz Image transfer to a
computer/FTP server	Bp.348
zz Print order (DPOF)	Bp.353
zz Photobook Set-up	Bp.357
Customization
zz Custom Functions
(C.Fn)	Bp.542

zz Customizing operationsBp.555

zz My Menu

Bp.566

zz Custom shooting mode Bp.417

Sensor Cleaning and Dust Reduction

zz Sensor cleaning	Bp.391
zz Appending Dust Delete
Data	Bp.121
zz Manual sensor
cleaning	Bp.393
Software
zz Downloading and
Installing	Bp.572
zz Software Instruction
Manuals	Bp.573

Wireless Features

zz Connect to
smartphones	Bp.427
zz Auto send images to
smartphones	Bp.446
zz Remote control
(EOS Utility)	Bp.461
zz Auto send images to
computers	Bp.466
zz Print from Wi-Fi
printers	Bp.469

zz Upload to Web services Bp.481 zz Clear wireless settings Bp.515

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Safety Instructions

Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely.

Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others.

WARNING: Denotes the risk of serious injury or death.

ooKeep the product out of the reach of young children.

A strap wrapped around a person’s neck may result in strangulation.

The parts or provided items of cameras or accessories are dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance.

The battery is dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance.

ooUse only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product. ooDo not disassemble or modify the product.

ooDo not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration. ooDo not touch any exposed internal parts.

ooStop using the product in any case of unusual circumstances such as the presence of smoke or a strange smell.

ooDo not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine or paint thinner to clean the product.

ooDo not get the product wet. Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into the product. ooDo not use the product where flammable gases may be present.

This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.

ooDo not leave a lens or a camera with a lens attached, exposed without the lens cap attached.

The lens may concentrate the light and cause fire.

ooDo not touch the product connected to a power outlet during lightning storms. This may cause electric shock.

ooObserve the following instructions when using commercially available batteries or provided battery packs.

•Use batteries/battery packs only with their specified product.

•Do not heat batteries/battery packs or expose them to fire.

•Do not charge batteries/battery packs using non-authorized battery chargers.

•Do not expose the terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects.

•Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs.

•When disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or other

means.

This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.

If a battery/battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or clothing, flush the exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with copious amounts of clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance.

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Safety Instructions

ooObserve the following instructions when using a battery charger or AC adapter.

•Periodically remove any dust buildup from the power plug and power outlet using a dry cloth.

•Do not plug in or unplug the product with wet hands.

•Do not use the product if the power plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.

•Do not expose the power plug and terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects.

ooDo not touch the battery charger or AC adapter connected to a power outlet during lightning storms.

ooDo not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not damage, break or modify the power cord. ooDo not wrap the product in cloth or other materials when in use or shortly after use

when the product is still warm in temperature. ooDo not unplug the product by pulling the power cord.

ooDo not leave the product connected to a power source for long periods of time. ooDo not charge batteries/battery packs at temperatures outside the range of 5–40 °C

(41–104 °F).

This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.

ooDo not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin for extended periods of time during use.

This may result in low-temperature contact burns, including skin redness and blistering, even if the product does not feel hot. The use of a tripod or similar equipment is recommended when using the product in hot places and for people with circulation problems or less sensitive skin.

ooFollow any indications to turn off the product in places where its use is forbidden. Not doing so may cause other equipment to malfunction due to the effect of electromagnetic waves and even result in accidents.

ooTo prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, explosions, and electrical shock, follow the safeguards below:

•Do not insert the battery’s plus and minus ends incorrectly. ooDo not leave any cords near a heat source.

It can deform the cord or melt the insulation and cause a fire or electrical shock. ooDo not fire the flash at anyone driving a car or other vehicle.

It may cause an accident.

ooDo not use or store the equipment in dusty or humid places. Likewise, keep the battery away from metallic items and store it with its protective cover attached to prevent short-circuit.

This is to prevent fire, excessive heat, electrical shock, and burns. ooTo prevent a fire and electrical shock, follow the safeguards below:

•Do not connect too many power plugs to the same power outlet.

•Do not use a cord whose wire is broken or insulation is damaged.

ooDo not connect the battery directly to an electrical outlet or a car’s cigarette lighter outlet. The battery may leak, generate excessive heat or explode, causing fire, burns, or injuries. ooA thorough explanation of how to use the product by an adult is required when the product is used by children. Supervise children while they are using the product.

Incorrect usage may result in electrical shock or injury.

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Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Denotes the risk of injury.

ooDo not fire the flash near the eyes. It may hurt the eyes.

ooStrap is intended for use on the body only. Hanging the strap with any product attached on a hook or other object may damage the product. Also, do not shake the product or expose the product to strong impacts.

ooDo not apply strong pressure on the lens or allow an object to hit it. This may cause injury or damage to the product.

ooFlash emits high temperatures when fired. Keep fingers, any other part of your body, and objects away from the flash unit while taking pictures.

This may cause burns or malfunction of the flash.

ooDo not leave the product in places exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. The product may become extremely hot/cold and cause burns or injury when touched. ooOnly mount the product on a tripod that is sufficiently sturdy.

ooDo not carry the product when it is mounted on a tripod. This may cause injury or may result in an accident.

ooDo not look at the screen or through the viewfinder for prolonged periods of time. This may induce symptoms similar to motion sickness. In such a case, stop using the product immediately and rest for a while before resuming use.

ooDo not touch any parts inside the product. This may cause injury.

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Handling Precautions

Camera Care

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

zzThe camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. zzTo maximize the camera’s dustand dripresistance, keep the

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

zzThis camera is designed to be dustand dripresistant, in order to help prevent sand, dust, dirt, or water that falls on it unexpectedly from getting inside, but it is impossible to prevent dirt, dust, water, or salt from getting inside at all. As far as possible, do not allow dirt, dust, water, or salt to get on the camera.

zzIf water gets on the camera, wipe it off with a dry and clean cloth. If dirt, dust, or salt gets on the camera, wipe it off with a clean, wellwrung wet cloth.

zzUsing the camera in a location with large amounts of dirt or dust may cause a malfunction.

zzCleaning the camera after use is recommended. Allowing dirt, dust, water, or salt to remain on the camera may cause a malfunction. zzIf you accidentally drop the camera into water or are concerned that moisture (water), dirt, dust, or salt may have gotten inside it, promptly

consult the nearest Canon Service Center.

zzNever 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 malfunction or destroy image data.

zzDo not leave the camera in excessive heat, such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction. zzThe camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to

disassemble the camera yourself.

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Handling Precautions

zzDo not block shutter curtain operation with your finger or other objects. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

zzUse only a commercially available blower to blow away dust when it adheres to the lens, viewfinder, etc. 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.

zzDo not touch the camera’s electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera malfunction.

zzIf 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.

zzIf 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.

zzIf 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. zzAvoid storing the camera where there are chemicals that result in

rust and corrosion such as in a chemical lab.

zzIf 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 nearest Canon Service Center or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly. zzThe camera may become hot after repeated continuous shooting

or still photo/movie shooting over an extended period. This is not a malfunction.

zzIf there is a bright light source inside or outside the image area, ghosting may occur.

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Handling Precautions

Screen, Viewfinder, and LCD Panel

zzAlthough the screen and viewfinder are manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may be dead, and there may also be spots of black, red, or other colors. This is not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded.

zzIf the screen and viewfinder are 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.

zzThe screen display may seem slightly slow in low temperatures or may look black in high temperatures. It will return to normal at room temperature.

Shutter

zzShutter blades may become scuffed from shutter operations, but this does not indicate damage.

Cards

To protect the card and its recorded data, note the following:
zzDo not drop, bend, or wet the card. Do not subject it to excessive
force, physical shock, or vibration.
zzDo not touch the card’s electronic contacts with your fingers or
anything metallic.
zzDo not affix any stickers, etc. on the card.
zzDo not store or use the card near anything that has a strong
magnetic field, such as a television, speakers, or magnets. Also
avoid places prone to having static electricity.
zzDo not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heat source.
zzStore the card in a case.
zzDo not store the card in hot, dusty, or humid locations.	(1)
Lens
zzAfter detaching the lens from the camera, put down
the lens with the rear end up and attach the rear
lens cap to avoid scratching the lens surface and
electrical contacts (1).

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