Canon MARK II User Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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This manual is for the EOS 5D Mark II installed with
firmware Version 2.0.0 or later.
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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
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The EOS 5D Mark II is a high-performance, digital SLR camera with a
full-frame (approx. 36mm x 24mm) CMOS sensor with 21.10 effective
megapixels. Other features include DIGIC 4, high-precision and highspeed, 9-point AF (plus six Assist AF points); approx. 3.9 fps
continuous shooting; Live View shooting; and Full HD (Full HighDefinition) movie shooting.
The camera is highly responsive to any shooting situation at anytime,
provides many features for demanding shoots, and expands shooting
possibilities with system accessories.
Take a Few Test Shots to Familiarize Yourself with the
Camera
With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have
captured. While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how
they come out. You can then better understand the camera.
To avoid botched pictures and accidents, read the Safety Warnings
(p.242,243) and Handling Precautions (p.12,13).
Testing the Camera Before Using and Liability
After shooting, playback and check whether the image has been
properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the
images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a personal computer,
Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Copyrights
Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded
images of people and certain subjects for anything but private
enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions,
etc., may prohibit photography even for private enjoyment.
CF Card
In this manual, “card” refers to the CF card. The CF card (for
recording images) is not included. Please purchase it separately.
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Item Check List
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Before starting, check that all the following items have been included
with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
Camera
(with eyecup and
body cap)
Wide Strap
EW-EOS5DMKII
EOS DIGITAL
Solution Disk
(Software)
* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a
power cord.)
If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lens is included.
Depending on the Lens Kit type, the lens instruction manual might also be
included.
Be careful not to lose any of the above items
Battery Pack LP-E6
(with protective cover)
Interface Cable
IFC-200U
Software Instruction
Manual
(1) Instruction Manual (this booklet)
(2) Pocket Guide
Quick start guide to shooting.
(3) CD-ROM Guide
Guide to the bundled software (EOS DIGITAL
Solution Disk) and Software Instruction Manuals.
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Battery Charger
LC-E6/LC-E6E*
Stereo Video Cable
STV-250N
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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.
<9> : Indicates the Multi-controller.
<0> : Indicates the setting button.
0, 9, , 8: Indicates that the respective function remains
* In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials,
and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the
LCD monitor.
3 : Indicates a function which can be changed by pressing the
<M> button and changing the setting.
M : When shown on the right of the page, it indicates that the
function is available only when the Mode Dial is set to d, s,
f, a, or F.
* Function which cannot be used in the fully-automatic modes (1/C).
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.
: Tip or advice for better shooting.
: Problem-solving advice.
: Warning to prevent shooting problems.
: Supplemental information.
Basic Assumptions
All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch
is already set to <1> or <J> (p.27).
<5> operations explained in this manual assume that the power
switch is already set to <J>.
It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are
set to the default.
For explanatory purposes, the instructions show the camera attached
with an EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens (or EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM).
active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 16 sec.
respectively after you let go of the button.
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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
Camera basics.
Getting Started
Basic Shooting
Fully automatic shooting.
Image Settings
Setting the AF and Drive Modes
Advanced Operations
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Shooting features for specific types of subjects.
Live View Shooting
Shoot still photos while viewing the LCD monitor.
Shooting Movies
Shoot movies while viewing the LCD monitor.
Image Playback
Sensor Cleaning
Printing Images and Transferring Images to a Computer
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Customizing the Camera
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107
125
143
165
171
189
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Reference
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Contents
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Introduction
Item Check List.................................................................................................. 3
Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................................... 4
Chapters............................................................................................................ 5
Index to Features ............................................................................................ 10
Handling Precautions ...................................................................................... 12
Quick Start Guide ............................................................................................ 14
Nomenclature .................................................................................................. 16
Getting Started 23
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Charging the Battery ....................................................................................... 24
Installing and Removing the Battery................................................................ 26
Turning on the Power ...................................................................................... 27
Installing and Removing the CF Card.............................................................. 29
Attaching and Detaching a Lens ..................................................................... 31
About the Lens Image Stabilizer...................................................................... 33
Basic Operation............................................................................................... 34
9 Using the Quick Control Screen ................................................................ 38
3 Menu Operations................................................................................... 40
Before You Start.............................................................................................. 42
Setting the Interface Language .................................................................... 42
Setting the Date and Time............................................................................ 42
Formatting the Card ..................................................................................... 43
Set the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off ....................................................... 44
Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings.............................................. 44
About Copyright Information......................................................................... 46
Basic Shooting 47
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1 Fully Automatic Shooting .......................................................................... 48
1 Full Auto Techniques ................................................................................ 50
C Creative Auto Shooting ............................................................................. 51
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Image Settings 53
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Setting the Image-recording Quality.................................................................54
i: Setting the ISO Speed..............................................................................57
A Selecting a Picture Style ..........................................................................59
A Customizing a Picture Style .....................................................................61
A Registering a Picture Style.......................................................................63
B: Setting the White Balance .......................................................................65
O Custom White Balance .........................................................................66
P Setting the Color Temperature ...............................................................67
u White Balance Correction ...........................................................................68
Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction ...........................................................70
Creating and Selecting a Folder.......................................................................72
File Numbering Methods ..................................................................................74
Setting the Color Space ...................................................................................76
Setting the AF and Drive Modes 77
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f: Selecting the AF Mode..............................................................................78
S Selecting the AF Point ...............................................................................81
When Autofocus Fails ......................................................................................84
MF: Manual Focusing ...................................................................................84
i Selecting the Drive Mode...........................................................................85
j Self-timer Operation....................................................................................86
Advanced Operations 87
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d: Program AE................................................................................................88
s: Shutter-Priority AE ...................................................................................90
f: Aperture-Priority AE.................................................................................92
Depth of Field Preview..................................................................................93
a: Manual Exposure.......................................................................................94
q Selecting the Metering Mode .....................................................................95
Setting Exposure Compensation......................................................................96
h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ..............................................................97
A AE Lock ......................................................................................................98
F: Bulb Exposures ..........................................................................................99
Mirror Lockup .................................................................................................101
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R Remote Control Shooting ........................................................................... 102
D Flash Photography .................................................................................... 103
Setting the Flash ........................................................................................... 105
Live View Shooting (Still photo shooting with the LCD monitor) 107
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A Preparing for Live View Shooting............................................................ 108
A Live View Shooting.................................................................................. 110
Shooting Function Settings ........................................................................... 112
Menu Function Settings................................................................................. 113
Using AF to Focus......................................................................................... 115
Focusing Manually......................................................................................... 122
Shooting Movies 125
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k Preparing to Shoot Movies ...................................................................... 126
k Shooting Movies...................................................................................... 128
Auto Exposure Shooting............................................................................. 128
Shutter-priority AE Shooting....................................................................... 129
Aperture-priority AE Shooting..................................................................... 130
Manual Exposure Shooting ........................................................................ 131
Shooting Function Settings ........................................................................... 137
Menu Function Settings................................................................................. 138
Image Playback 143
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x Image Playback....................................................................................... 144
B Shooting Information Display ............................................................. 145
HI Searching for Images Quickly ............................................................. 147
u/y Magnified View................................................................................... 149
b Rotating the Image................................................................................... 150
k Enjoying Movies ...................................................................................... 151
k Playing Movies ........................................................................................ 153
Slide Show (Auto Playback) .......................................................................... 155
Viewing the Images on TV............................................................................. 157
K Protecting Images.................................................................................... 159
L Erasing Images......................................................................................... 160
Changing Image Playback Settings............................................................... 162
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness ....................................................... 162
Setting the Image Review Time ................................................................. 163
Auto Rotation of Vertical Images................................................................ 164
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Sensor Cleaning 165
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f Automatic Sensor Cleaning ....................................................................166
Appending Dust Delete Data..........................................................................167
Manual Sensor Cleaning................................................................................169
Printing Images and Transferring Images to a Computer
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Preparing to Print ...........................................................................................172
wPrinting......................................................................................................174
Trimming the Image ....................................................................................179
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) ...........................................................181
Direct Printing with DPOF ..............................................................................184
d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer..........................................185
Customizing the Camera 189
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Setting Custom Functions ..............................................................................190
Custom Functions ..........................................................................................191
Custom Function Settings ..............................................................................193
C.Fn I : Exposure .....................................................................................193
C.Fn II : Image........................................................................................... 195
C.Fn III : Autofocus/Drive ...........................................................................197
C.Fn IV : Operation/Others .........................................................................201
Registering My Menu .....................................................................................205
w Register Camera User Settings................................................................206
Reference 209
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B Checking Camera Settings ....................................................................210
Checking the Battery Information...................................................................212
Using a Household Power Outlet ...................................................................216
Replacing the Date/Time Battery ...................................................................217
Function Availability Table .............................................................................218
Menu Settings ................................................................................................220
Troubleshooting Guide...................................................................................223
Error Codes....................................................................................................231
System Map ...................................................................................................232
Specifications .................................................................................................234
Index ..............................................................................................................254
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Index to Features
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Power
Battery
• Charging Î p.24
• Battery check Î p.28
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Battery information check
Power outlet Î p.216
Auto power off Î p.44
Î p.212
Lens
Attaching/Detaching Î p.31
Zoom Î p.32
Image Stabilizer Î p.33
Basic Settings
(Menu Functions)
Language Î p.42
Date/Time Î p.42
LCD brightness
adjustment Î p.162
Beeper Î p.220
Shoot w/o card Î p.29
Recording Images
Format Î p.43
Create/select a folder Î p.72
File No. Î p.74
Image Quality
Image-recording quality Î p.54
ISO speed Î p.57
Picture Style Î p.59
Color space Î p.76
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Image improvement features
• Auto Lighting Optimizer Î p.196
• Lens peripheral illumination
correction Î p.70
• Noise reduction
for long exposures Î p.195
• Noise reduction
for high ISO speeds Î p.195
• Highlight tone priority Î p.196
White balance
White balance setting Î p.65
Custom WB Î p.66
Color temperature setting
White balance correction Î p.68
WB bracketing Î p.69
Î p.67
AF
AF mode Î p.78
AF point selection Î p.81
• Assist AF points Î p.80
• AF point expansion Î p.199
Manual focusing Î p.84
Metering
Metering mode Î p.95
Drive
Drive modes Î p.85
Maximum burst Î p.56
Shooting
Creative Auto Î p.51
Program AE Î p.88
Shutter-priority AE Î p.90
Aperture-priority AE Î p.92
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Manual exposure Î p.94
Bulb Î p.99
Mirror lockup Î p.101
Quick Control screen Î p.38
Self-timer Î p.86
Remote control Î p.102
Exposure adjustment
Exposure compensation Î p.96
AEB Î p.97
AE lock Î p.98
Exposure level
increments Î p.193
Flash
External flash Î p.103
Flash control Î p.105
Flash Custom Functions Î p.106
Live View shooting
Still photo shooting Î p.107
• AF Î p.115
• Manual focusing Î p.122
• Exposure simulation Î p.109
• Grid display Î p.113
Movie shooting
Movie shooting Î p.125
• Auto exposure Î p.128
• Shutter-priority AE Î p.129
• Aperture-priority AE Î p.130
• Manual exposure Î p.131
• Recording size Î p.139
• Frame rate Î p.139
• Sound recording Î p.140
Image playback
Image review time Î p.163
Single image display Î p.144
• Shooting information
display Î p.145
Movie playback Î p.153
Index display Î p.147
Image browsing
(Jump display) Î p.148
Magnified view Î p.149
Manual image rotation Î p.150
Auto image rotation Î p.164
Slide show Î p.155
Viewing the images
on TV Î p.157
Protect Î p.159
Erase Î p.160
Customization
Custom Function (C.Fn) Î p.189
My Menu Î p.205
Camera user setting
registration Î p.206
Sensor cleaning/
Dust reduction
Sensor cleaning Î p.165
Add Dust Delete Data Î p.167
Viewfinder
Dioptric adjustment Î p.34
Changing the focusing
screen Î p.203
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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 your nearest
Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the
camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such
as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near
anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong
magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.
Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight.
High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.
The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera yourself.
Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and
focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean
the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest
Canon Service Center.
Do not touch the camera’s electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to
prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera
misoperation.
If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room,
condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent
condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to
the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag.
If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid
damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and
battery from the camera, and wait until the condensation has evaporated
before using the camera.
If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery
and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the
camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to
check that the camera is still working.
Avoid storing the camera where there are corrosive chemicals such as a
darkroom or chemical lab.
If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions
before using it. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is
an important shoot coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon
dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly.
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Handling Precautions
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LCD Panel and LCD Monitor
Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision
technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there might be a few dead
pixels among the remaining 0.01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying
only black or red, etc., are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images
recorded.
If the LCD monitor is left on for a prolonged period, screen burn-in may occur
where you see remnants of what was displayed. However, this is only
temporary and will disappear when the camera is left unused for a few days.
In low or high temperatures, the LCD monitor display may seem slow or it
might look black. It will return to normal at room temperature.
Cards
To protect the card and its recorded data, note the following:
Do not drop, bend, or wet the card. Do not subject it to excessive force,
physical shock, and vibration.
Do not store or use the card near anything having a strong magnetic field
such as a TV set, speakers, or magnet. Also avoid places prone to having
static electricity.
Do not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heat source.
Store the card in a case.
Do not store the card in hot, dusty, or humid locations.
Lens
After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens
caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid
scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.
Contacts
Cautions During Prolonged Use
When you shoot continuously for a prolonged period or use Live View shooting
for a long period, the camera may become hot. Although this is not a
malfunction, holding the hot camera for a long period can cause slight skin
burns.
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Quick Start Guide
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2
3
4
5
Insert the battery. (p.26)
To charge the battery, see page 24.
Attach the lens. (p.31)
Align the red dot.
Set the lens focus mode switch
to <AF>.
(p.31)
Open the slot cover and
insert a card.
Face the label side toward you
and insert the end with the
small holes into the camera.
Set the power switch to <1>.
(p.27)
(p.29)
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Quick Start Guide
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7
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Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full
Auto).
(p.48)
All the necessary camera settings will
be set automatically.
Focus the subject. (p.35)
Look through the viewfinder and aim
the viewfinder center over the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway, and
the camera will focus the subject.
Take the picture. (p.35)
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
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To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.144).
To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.160).
Review the picture. (p.163)
The captured image will be displayed
for about 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.
To display the image again, press the
<x> button (p.144).
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Nomenclature
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For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in
parentheses (p.**).
<o> AF mode
selection/Drive mode
selection button (p.78/85)
<m>
ISO speed
setting/
Flash exposure
compensation button
(p.57/103)
<U> LCD panel
illumination button
(p.99)
<6> Main Dial
(p.36)
Shutter button
(p.35)
Remote control
sensor (p.102)
Self-timer lamp
(p.86)
Grip (Battery
compartment)
DC coupler cord
hole (p.216)
Mirror (p.101,169)
Contacts (p.13)
<n>
Metering mode selection
White balance selection button (p.95/65)
LCD panel (p.18)
EF lens mount index (p.31)
Flash-sync contacts (p.103)
Hot shoe (p.103)
Lens mount
Lens lock pin
/
<V> Focal plane mark
Mode Dial (p.20)
Strap mount
(p.23)
Terminal cover
Microphone
(p.128)
Date/time battery
(p.217)
Depth-of-field preview
button (p.93)
Lens release button (p.32)
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Body cap (p.31)
Audio/video OUT terminal (p.157)
PC terminal (p.104)
Digital terminal (p.172,185)
Remote control terminal (N3 type) (p.100)
HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.158)
External microphone IN terminal (p.140)
Nomenclature
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s
(
<
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T
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<9> Multi-controller (p.36)
Dioptric adjustment knob (p.34)
Speaker (p.153)
Eyecup (p.100)
Viewfinder eyepiece
A/l> Live View
hooting/Print/Share button
p.109/177,186)
M> Menu button
p.40)
A> Picture Style
election button (p.59)
B> Info/
rimming orientation
button
p.111,135,210/179)
<x> Playback
button (p.144)
<L> Erase button
(p.160)
Extension system terminal
LCD monitor (p.40, 162)
Light sensor (p.162)
Power/Quick Control Dial
switch (p.27)
<0> Setting/Movie shooting button (p.40/128)
Tripod socket
<p> AF start button
(p.35,79,110)
<A/I> AE lock/
FE lock button/Index/
Reduce button
(p.98/103/147/149,179)
<S/u>
AF point selection/
Magnify button
(p.81/149,179)
Battery compartment
cover (p.26)
Access lamp (p.30)
<5>
Quick Control Dial (p.37)
Strap mount
(p.23)
Card slot
cover (p.29)
Battery
compartment
cover release
lever
(p.26)
Card slot (p.29)
Card ejection button (p.30)
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LCD Panel
Shutter speed
Busy (buSY)
Image-recording quality (p.54)
37 Large/Fine
38 Large/Normal
47 Medium/Fine
48 Medium/Normal
67 Small/Fine
68 Small/Normal
1 RAW
D Small RAW
White balance (p.65)
Q Auto
W Daylight
E Shade
R Cloudy
Y Tungsten light
White
U
fluorescent light
I Flash
O Custom
P Color
temperature
Battery check (p.28)
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation
amount (p.96)
AEB range (p.97)
Flash exposure compensation
amount (p.103)
Card writing status
Metering mode (p.95)
q Evaluative metering
w Partial metering
r Spot metering
e Center-weighted average metering
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
AF point selection ([ - - - ])
Card full warning (FuLL CF)
Card error warning (Err CF)
No card warning (no CF)
Error code (Err)
Cleaning image sensor (CLn)
Aperture
ISO speed (p.57)
<0> Monochrome shooting (p.60)
<g> ISO speed (p.57)
<A> Highlight tone priority (p.196)
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-
Possible shots
Possible shots
during WB bracketing
Self-timer countdown
Bulb exposure time
White balance
correction (p.68)
AF mode (p.78)
X
One-Shot AF
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AI Focus AF
Z
AI Servo AF
Drive mode (p.85)
u Single shooting
i Continuous shooting
10-sec. self-timer/
Remote control
k
2-sec. self-timer/
Remote control
<h> AEB (p.97)
Flash exposure
compensation (p.103)
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Focusing screen
< > Battery check
<A> AE lock/
AEB in-progress
<D> Flash-ready
Improper FE lock
warning
<e> High-speed sync
(FP flash)
<d> FE lock/
FEB in-progress
<y> Flash exposure
compensation
Shutter speed
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Aperture
Spot metering circle
ISO speed
<A> Highlight tone priority
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation amount
Flash exposure compensation
amount
AEB range
Card full warning (FuLL CF)
Card error warning (Err CF)
No card warning (no CF)
Nomenclature
AF points
(Superimposed display)
<g>
ISO speed
White balance
correction
<o> Focus
confirmation
light
Max. burst
<0> Monochrome
shooting
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
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Mode Dial
Camera User Settings
Most camera settings can be registered under w,
x, or y (p.206).
F : Bulb (p.99)
a : Manual exposure (p.94)
f: Aperture-priority AE (p.92)
s : Shutter-priority AE (p.90)
d : Program AE (p.88)
Fully-Automatic Modes
All you do is press the shutter button.
Fully-automatic shooting suitable for the
subject.
1: Full Auto (p.48)
C: Creative Auto (p.51)
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EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens
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Focus mode switch (p.31)
Hood mount
(p.32)
77 mm filter thread
(front of lens)
Distance scale
Infrared index
Zoom ring (p.32)
Nomenclature
Zoom position index
(p.32)
Focusing ring (p.84,122)
Image Stabilizer switch (p.33)
Contacts (p.13)
Lens mount index (p.31)
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with
genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this
product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of nongenuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery
pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request
such repairs on a chargeable basis.
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Battery Charger LC-E6
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.24).
Power plug
Battery pack slot
Charge lamp
This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
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.
Battery Charger LC-E6E
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.24).
Charge lamp
Power cord
Battery pack slot
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Power cord socket
Getting Started
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This chapter explains preparatory steps and basic
camera operations.
Attaching the Strap
Pass the end of the strap through
the camera’s strap mount eyelet
from the bottom. Then pass it
through the strap’s buckle as shown
in the illustration. Pull the strap to
take up any slack and make sure
the strap will not loosen from the
buckle.
The eyepiece cover is also
attached to the strap (p.100).
Eyepiece cover
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Charging the Battery
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Remove the protective cover.
1
Attach the battery.
2
As shown in the illustration, attach the
To detach the battery, follow the
battery securely.
above procedure in reverse.
LC-E6
LC-E6E
Charge Level
0 - 50%
50 - 75% Blinks twice per second
75% or higher Blinks three times per second
Fully charged Green Lights on
It takes about 2.5 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted
battery at 23°C / 73°F. The time required to recharge the battery
depends on the ambient temperature and battery’s charge level.
For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (5°C - 10°C /
°
F - 50°F) will take a longer time (up to 4 hours).
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24
Color Indicator
Orange
Recharge the battery.
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For LC-E6
As shown by the arrow, flip out the
battery charger’s prongs and insert
the prongs into a power outlet.
For LC-E6E
Connect the power cord to the
charger and insert the plug into the
power outlet.
X Recharging starts automatically and
the charge lamp blinks in orange.
Charge Lamp
Blinks once per second
Charging the Battery
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Tips for Using the Battery and Charger
Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used.
Even during non-use or storage, a charged battery will gradually
discharge and lose its power.
After recharging the battery, detach it and unplug the power
cord or prongs from the power outlet.
You can attach the cover in a different
orientation to indicate whether the battery
has been recharged or not.
If the battery has been recharged, attach the
cover so that the battery-shaped hole < > is
aligned over the blue sticker on the battery. If the battery is
exhausted, attach the cover in the opposite orientation.
When not using the camera, remove the battery.
If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount
of power current is released, resulting in excess discharge and shorter
battery life. Store the battery with the protective cover attached. Storing
the battery after it is fully charged can lower the battery’s performance.
The battery charger can also be used in foreign countries.
The battery charger is compatible with a 100 V AC to 240 V AC 50/
60 Hz power source. If necessary, attach a commercially-available
plug adapter for the respective country or region. Do not attach any
portable voltage transformer to the battery charger. Doing so can
damage the battery charger.
If the battery becomes exhausted quickly even after being fully
charged, the battery has worn out.
Purchase a new battery.
The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E6.
Battery Pack LP-E6 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an
incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or
accidents for which Canon cannot be held liable.
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Installing and Removing the Battery
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Installing the Battery
Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 into the camera.
Open the battery compartment
1
cover.
Slide the lever as shown by the arrow
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 the Battery Pack LP-E6 can be used.
Removing the Battery
Open the cover and remove the
battery.
Press the battery release lever as shown
by the arrow and remove the battery.
To prevent short circuiting, be sure to
attach the protective cover to the battery.
After opening the battery compartment cover, be careful not to swing it back
further.
Otherwise, the hinge might break.
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Turning on the Power
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<2> : The camera is turned off and
<1> : The camera turns on.
<J> : The camera and <5> operate
About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor
Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the
sensor cleaning will be executed automatically. During the sensor
cleaning, the LCD monitor will display <f>. Even during the
sensor cleaning, you can still shoot by pressing the shutter button
halfway (p.35) to stop the sensor cleaning and take a picture.
If you turn on/off the power switch <1/J>/<2> at a short
interval, the <f> icon might not be displayed. This is normal and
not a problem.
does not operate. Set to this
position when not using the
camera.
(p.37).
About Auto Power Off
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about
1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press
the shutter button halfway (p.35).
You can change the auto power-off time with the menu’s [5 Auto
power off] setting (p.44).
If you set the power switch to <2> while an image is being recorded to
the card, [Recording ...] will be displayed and the power will turn off after
the card finishes recording the image.
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Turning on the Power
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Checking the Battery Level
When the power switch is set to <1> or <J>, the battery level will be
indicated in one of six levels:
Icon
Level (%)
100 - 70 Sufficient battery level
69 - 50 Battery level exceeds 50%
49 - 20 Battery level below 50%
19 - 10 Battery level is low
9 - 1
0 Recharge the battery
Battery Life
Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F
Possible shots Approx. 850 Approx. 750
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live View
shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.
The actual number of shots may be fewer than indicated above
depending on the shooting conditions.
Pressing the shutter button halfway for long periods or operating only the
autofocus can also reduce the number of possible shots.
The number of possible shots will decrease with more frequent use of
the LCD monitor.
The lens operation is powered by the camera’s battery. Depending on
the lens used, the number of possible shots may be lower.
Using the Image Stabilizer of the lens will decrease the number of
possible shots (shorter battery life).
For battery life with Live View shooting, see page 112.
See the [7 Battery info.] menu to further check the battery’s condition
(p.212).
If size-AA/LR6 batteries are used in Battery Grip BG-E6, a four-level
indicator will be displayed. ([ / ] will not be displayed.)
Indication
Battery will be exhausted soon
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Installing and Removing the CF Card
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Although the thickness is different between the two types of CF
(CompactFlash) cards, either one can be inserted into the camera.
Also, Ultra DMA (UDMA) cards and hard disk-type cards can be used.
Installing the Card
Open the cover.
1
Slide the cover as shown by the
arrow to open it.
Label side
Card ejection button
Possible shots
The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the
card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc.
Setting the [1 Shoot w/o card] menu option to [Off] will prevent you
from forgetting to install a card (p.220).
Insert the card.
2
As shown in the illustration, face
the label side toward you and
insert the end with the small holes
into the camera.
If the card is inserted in the wrong
way, it may damage the camera.
X The card ejection button will stick out.
Close the cover.
3
Close the cover and slide it in the
direction shown by the arrow until it
snaps shut.
X When you set the power switch to
<1> or <J>, the number of
remaining shots will be displayed on
the LCD panel.
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Installing and Removing the CF Card
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Removing the Card
Open the cover.
1
Set the power switch to <2>.
Make sure the access lamp is off,
then open the cover.
Access lamp
Remove the card.
2
Press the card ejection button.
X The card will come out.
Close the cover.
Card ejection button
The access lamp lights or blinks while the picture is taken, when
data is being transferred to the card and when data is being
recorded, read, or erased on the card. While the access lamp is lit
or blinking, never do any of the following. Doing so may damage
the image data. It may also damage the card or camera.
• Opening the card slot cover.
• Removing the battery.
• Shaking or banging the camera around.
If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might
not start from 0001 (p.74).
If a card-related error message is displayed on the LCD monitor, remove
and reinstall the card. If the error persists, use a different card.
If you can transfer all the images in the card to a personal computer,
transfer all the images and then format the card. The card may then
return to normal.
When holding a hard disk-type card, always hold its sides. You may
damage the card by holding its flat surfaces. Compared to CF cards,
hard disk-type cards are more vulnerable to vibration and physical
shock. If you use such a card, be careful not to subject the camera to
vibration or physical shock especially while recording or displaying
images.
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