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The “Quick Reference Guide” is included at the end of this manual.
E
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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Introduction
The EOS REBEL T5/EOS 1200D is a digital single-lens reflex camera
featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 18.0 effective
megapixels, DIGIC 4, high-precision and high-speed
9-point AF, approx. 3.0 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting,
and Full High-Definition (Full HD) movie shooting.
Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following
To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety
Precautions” (p.307-309) and “Handling Precautions” (p.20-21).
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 or copyrighted music and images with music in the memory
card for anything other than private enjoyment. Also be aware that
certain public performances, exhibitions, etc., may prohibit photography
even for private enjoyment.
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Item Check List
Before starting, check that all the following items have been included
with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
Battery Pack LP-E10
Camera
(with eyecup and body cap)
Wide Strap
* Battery Charger LC-E10 or LC-E10E is provided. (The LC-E10E 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, lens instruction manuals may also be
included.
Be careful not to lose any of the above items.
(with protective cover)
Interface Cable
Battery Charger
LC-E10/LC-E10E*
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Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs
The instruction manual consists of a booklet and PDF manuals in
electronic form (provided on the CD-ROM disc). 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
Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains the following instruction manuals in PDF:
• Camera Instruction Manual
• Quick Reference Guide
Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual
CD-ROM are on page 314.
EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software CD-ROM)
Contains software such as image-editing software and
software instruction manuals in PDF format.
For more information and installation procedures of the
software, see pages 318-320.
Instructions for viewing the Software Instruction Manual
are on page 321.
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Compatible Cards
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.50).
• SD memory cards
• SDHC memory cards
• SDXC memory cards
The camera can use UHS-I cards, but since it is not compatible with the
UHS-I standard, reading/writing speeds will be equivalent to SD Speed
Class 10 at most.
Cards that Can Record Movies
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity SD card rated SD
Speed Class 6 “ ” or higher.
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.
In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory
cards, and SDXC memory cards.
* The camera does not come with a card for recording images/
movies. Please purchase it separately.
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Quick Start Guide
1
2
Insert the battery (p.32).
To charge the battery, see page 30.
Insert a card (p.32).
With the card’s label facing toward
the back of the camera, insert it into
the card slot.
White index Red index
3
4
5
6
Attach the lens (p.40).
Align the lens’s white or red index
with the camera’s index in the
matching color.
Set the lens’s focus mode
switch to <AF>
Set the power switch to <1>
(p.35).
When the LCD monitor displays the
date/time/zone setting screens, see
page 37.
(p.40).
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Quick Start Guide
Set the Mode Dial to <A>
6
7
8
9
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View
Shooting” (p.133).
To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.80).
To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.227).
(Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.56).
All the necessary camera settings
will be set automatically.
Focus on the subject (p.45).
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 automatically.
Take the picture (p.45).
Press the shutter button completely
to take the picture.
Review the picture (p.180).
The image just captured will be
displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD
monitor.
To display the image again, press
the <x> button (p.80).
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Conventions Used in this Manual
Icons in this Manual
<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.
<W><X><Y><Z> : Indicates the <S> cross keys on the top,
bottom, left, and right.
<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 and changing the setting.
M : Shown at the upper right of a page title to indicate a
function that is available only in the Creative Zone modes
(p.26).
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.
: Warning to prevent shooting problems.
: Supplemental information.
: Tips or advice for better shooting.
: Problem-solving advice.
Basic Assumptions
All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch
is <1> (p.35).
It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are
set to their defaults.
The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens as an example.
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Chapters
1
6
1011
14
For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s
basic operations and shooting procedures.
Introduction
Getting Started
Basic Shooting and Image Playback
2
Creative Shooting
3
Advanced Shooting
4
Shooting with the LCD Monitor
5
Shooting Movies
Handy Features
7
Image Playback
8
Post-Processing Images
9
Printing Images
Customizing the Camera
Reference
12
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
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Downloading Images to Your Computer
Quick Reference Guide and Index
(Live View Shooting)
2
29
55
81
103
133
153
179
203
233
239
255
267
313
323
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Contents at a Glance
Shooting
Shoot automatically Î p.55-79 (Basic Zone modes)
Shoot continuously Î p.98 (i Continuous shooting)
Take a picture of yourself in a group
Freeze the action Î p.104 (s Shutter-priority AE)
Blur the action
Blur the background Î p.62 (C Creative Auto)
Keep the background in sharp focus
Adjust the image brightness (exposure)
Shoot in low light Î p.56, 101 (D Flash photography)
Shoot without flash Î p.61 (7 Flash Off)
Shoot fireworks at night Î p.110 (Bulb exposure)
Shoot while viewing the LCD monitor
Shoot movies Î p.153 (k Movie shooting)
Image Quality
Shoot with image effects Î p.91 (Picture Style)
matching the subject
Make a large-size print of the picture
Î p.100 (j Self-timer)
Î p.106 (f Aperture-priority AE)
Î p.112 (Exposure compensation)
p.88 (ISO speed setting)
p.64, 72 (b Flash off)
Î p.133 (A Live View shooting)
Î p.84 (73, 83, 1)
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Take many pictures Î p.84 (7a, 8a, b, c)
Focusing
Change the point of focus Î p.95 (S AF point selection)
Shoot a moving subject Î p.68, 94 (AI Servo AF)
Playback
View the images on the camera Î p.80 (x Playback)
Search for pictures quickly Î p.204 (H Index display)
Rate images Î p.208 (Ratings)
Prevent important images Î p.225 (K Image protection)
from accidental deletion
Delete unnecessary images Î p.227 (L Delete)
Auto play images and movies Î p.218 (Slide show)
View the photos or movies on a TV set
Adjust the LCD monitor brightness
Apply special effect to images Î p.234
p.205 (I Image browsing)
Î p.222 (High-Definition TV set)
Î p.181 (LCD monitor brightness)
(Creative filters)
Printing
Print pictures easily Î p.239 (Direct printing)
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Index to Features
Power
Battery
• Charging Î p.30
• Installing/Removing Î p.32
• Battery check Î p.36
Household power outlet Î p.268
Auto power off Î p.35
Cards
Installing/Removing Î p.32
Formatting Î p.50
Release shutter
without card Î p.180
Lens
Attaching/Detaching Î p.40
Zoom Î p.41
Image stabilizer Î p.43
Basic Settings
Dioptric adjustment Î p.44
Language Î p.39
Date/Time/Zone Î p.37
Beeper Î p.180
LCD off/on button Î p.193
LCD brightness
adjustment Î p.181
Recording Images
Creating/Selecting
a folder Î p.182
File numbering Î p.184
Image Quality
Image-recording quality Î p.84
Picture Style Î p.91
White balance Î p.127
Color space Î p.131
Image enhancement features
• Auto Lighting Optimizer Î p.119
• Lens peripheral
illumination correction Î p.120
• Noise reduction for
long exposures Î p.260
• Noise reduction for
high ISO speeds Î p.261
• Highlight tone priority Î p.261
AF
AF operation Î p.93
AF point selection Î p.95
Manual focusing Î p.97
Drive
Drive mode Î p.24
Continuous shooting Î p.98
Self-timer Î p.100
Maximum burst Î p.86
Shooting
Shooting mode Î p.26
ISO speed Î p.88
Feature guide Î p.53
Bulb Î p.110
Metering mode Î p.111
Quick Control Î p.46
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Index to Features
Exposure Adjustment
Exposure compensation Î p.112
AEB Î p.114
AE lock Î p.116
Flash
Built-in flash Î p.101
• Flash exposure
compensation Î p.113
• FE lock Î p.117
External flash Î p.270
Flash control Î p.194
Live View Shooting
Live View shooting Î p.133
Autofocusing (AF)
methods Î p.142
Aspect ratio Î p.140
Grid display Î p.139
Quick Control Î p.138
Movie Shooting
Movie shooting Î p.153
Sound recording Î p.174
Grid display Î p.175
Manual exposure Î p.156
Still photo shooting Î p.161
Quick Control Î p.163
Video snapshot Î p.166
Playback
Image review time Î p.180
Single-image display Î p.80
Shooting information
display Î p.229
Index display Î p.204
Image browsing
(Jump display) Î p.205
Magnified view Î p.206
Image rotation Î p.207
Rating Î p.208
Movie playback Î p.214
Editing out movie’s
first/last scene Î p.216
Slide show Î p.218
Viewing images on a
TV set Î p.222
Protect Î p.225
Erase Î p.227
Quick Control Î p.210
Image Editing
Creative filters Î p.234
Resize Î p.237
Printing
PictBridge Î p.242
Print Order (DPOF) Î p.249
Photobook Set-up Î p.253
Customization
Custom Functions (C.Fn) Î p.256
My Menu Î p.265
Software
Downloading images to a
computer Î p.316
Software instruction
manual Î p.321
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Contents
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
Contents at a Glance...................................................................... 10
Index to Features ........................................................................... 12
Handling Precautions ..................................................................... 20
Nomenclature ................................................................................. 22
Getting Started 29
1
Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 30
Installing and Removing the Battery and Card............................... 32
Turning on the Power..................................................................... 35
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone .................................................. 37
Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 39
Attaching and Detaching a Lens .................................................... 40
Lens Image Stabilizer..................................................................... 43
Basic Operation.............................................................................. 44
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 46
3 Menu Operations.................................................................. 48
Formatting the Card ....................................................................... 50
Switching the LCD Monitor Display................................................ 52
Feature Guide ................................................................................ 53
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Basic Shooting and Image Playback 55
2
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto).................... 56
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)..........................59
7 Disabling Flash .........................................................................61
C Creative Auto Shooting.............................................................62
2 Shooting Portraits ...................................................................... 65
3 Shooting Landscapes ...............................................................66
4 Shooting Close-ups ................................................................... 67
5 Shooting Moving Subjects........................................................68
6 Shooting Night Portraits.............................................................69
Q Quick Control............................................................................. 71
Shoot by Ambience Selection.........................................................73
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type....................................................77
x Image Playback ........................................................................80
Creative Shooting 81
3
d: Program AE...............................................................................82
Setting the Image-Recording Quality..............................................84
i: Changing the ISO Speed........................................................88
A
Optimal Image Characteristics for the Subject (Picture Style)
f: Changing the Autofocus Operation (AF Operation) ................. 93
S Selecting the AF Point ..............................................................95
Subjects Difficult to Focus...............................................................97
MF: Manual Focus .......................................................................97
i Continuous Shooting.................................................................98
j Using the Self-timer .................................................................100
D Using the Built-in Flash.............................................................101
Contents
...91
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Contents
Advanced Shooting 103
4
s: Conveying the Subject’s Movement ..................................... 104
f: Changing the Depth of Field ................................................ 106
Depth of Field Preview............................................................... 108
a: Manual Exposure................................................................... 109
q Changing the Metering Mode................................................. 111
Setting Exposure Compensation.................................................. 112
Auto Exposure Bracketing............................................................ 114
A Locking the Exposure ............................................................. 116
A Locking the Flash Exposure.................................................... 117
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast (Auto Lighting Optimizer)
Correcting the Image’s Dark Corners........................................... 120
A Customizing Image Characteristics (Picture Style) .............. 122
A
Registering Preferred Image Characteristics (Picture Style)
B: Matching the Light Source (White Balance)......................... 127
u Adjusting the Color Tone for the Light Source ........................ 129
Setting the Color Reproduction Range (Color Space).................. 131
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) 133
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A Shooting with the LCD Monitor .............................................. 134
Shooting Function Settings .......................................................... 138
Menu Function Settings................................................................ 139
Using AF to Focus (AF Method)................................................... 142
MF: Focusing Manually ................................................................ 150
... 119
... 125
Shooting Movies 153
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k Shooting Movies..................................................................... 154
Autoexposure Shooting ............................................................. 154
Manual Exposure Shooting........................................................ 156
Shooting Still Photos.................................................................. 161
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Shooting Function Settings...........................................................163
Setting the Movie Recording Size.................................................164
Shooting Video Snapshots............................................................166
Menu Function Settings ................................................................172
Handy Features 179
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Handy Features ............................................................................180
Disabling the Beeper ................................................................. 180
Card Reminder...........................................................................180
Setting the Image Review Time .................................................180
Setting the Auto Power-off Time ................................................181
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness .......................................181
Creating and Selecting a Folder ................................................182
File Numbering Methods ............................................................184
Setting Copyright Information.....................................................186
Auto Rotation of Vertical Images................................................188
Checking Camera Settings ........................................................189
Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings............................190
Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On ................................................193
Changing the Shooting Settings Screen Color...........................193
Setting the Flash...........................................................................194
Appending Dust Delete Data ........................................................198
Manual Sensor Cleaning...............................................................200
Contents
Image Playback 203
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H I Searching for Images Quickly............................................204
u/y Magnified View ...................................................................206
b Rotating the Image ..................................................................207
Setting Ratings..............................................................................208
Q Quick Control for Playback......................................................210
k Enjoying Movies......................................................................212
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Contents
k Playing Movies ....................................................................... 214
X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes ................................. 216
Slide Show (Auto Playback)......................................................... 218
Playback on a High-Definition TV set........................................... 222
K Protecting Images................................................................... 225
L Erasing Images........................................................................ 227
B Shooting Information Display .............................................. 229
Post-Processing Images 233
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U Applying Creative Filters......................................................... 234
S Resizing JPEG Images........................................................... 237
Printing Images 239
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Preparing to Print ......................................................................... 240
w Printing................................................................................... 242
Cropping the Image ................................................................... 247
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) ......................................... 249
W Direct Printing of Print-Ordered Images................................. 252
p Specifying Images for a Photobook......................................... 253
Customizing the Camera 255
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Setting Custom Functions ............................................................ 256
Custom Function Settings ............................................................ 258
C.Fn I: Exposure........................................................................ 258
C.Fn II: Image............................................................................ 260
C.Fn III: Autofocus/Drive............................................................ 262
C.Fn IV: Operation/Others......................................................... 263
Registering My Menu ................................................................... 265
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Reference 267
12
Using a Household Power Outlet..................................................268
F Using the Remote Switch..........................................................269
External Speedlites.......................................................................270
H Using Eye-Fi Cards .................................................................272
Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode..............274
System Map ..................................................................................276
Menu Settings...............................................................................278
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................284
Error Codes...................................................................................296
Specifications................................................................................297
Safety Precautions........................................................................307
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
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Downloading Images to Your Computer 313
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM .......................314
Downloading Images to a Computer.............................................316
Software Overview........................................................................318
Installing the Software...................................................................320
Software Instruction Manual .........................................................321
Quick Reference Guide and Index 323
14
Quick Reference Guide.................................................................324
Index .............................................................................................336
Contents
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Handling Precautions
Camera Care
This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical
shock.
The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you
accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult 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 built-in flash, mirror operation with your finger, etc. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.
Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and
focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean
the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest
Canon Service Center.
Do not touch the camera’s electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to
prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera
misoperation.
If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room,
condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent
condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to
the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag.
If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid
damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, card and
battery from the camera, and wait until condensation has evaporated before
using the camera.
If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery
and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the
camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to
check that the camera is still working.
Avoid storing the camera where there are chemicals that result in rust and
corrosion such as in a chemical lab.
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Handling Precautions
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.
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
Smudges Adhering to the Front of the Sensor
Besides dust entering the camera from outside, in rare
cases lubricant from the camera’s internal parts may adhere
to the front of the sensor. If visible spots remain on the
image, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service
Center is recommended.
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Nomenclature
Power switch (p.35)
<D> Flash button
(p.101)
<6> Main Dial
Shutter button
(p.45)
Red-eye
reduction/
Self-timer lamp
(p.102/100)
Grip
Mirror (p.200)
Mode Dial (p.26)
Contacts (p.21)
Built-in flash/AF-assist beam
(p.101/96)
EF Lens mount index (p.40)
Lens mount
Lens lock pin
Remote control terminal (p.269)
Digital terminal (p.240)
EF-S Lens mount index (p.40)
Flash sync contacts
Hot shoe (p.270)
Microphone
(p.154, 174)
<V> Focal plane
mark (p.67)
Terminal cover
Lens release button
(p.41)
Speaker
(p.214)
Stra p m oun t
(p.29)
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Body cap (p.40)
HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.222)
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Nomenclature
<A> Live View shooting/
Movie shooting button (p.134/154)
Dioptric adjustment knob (p.44)
Eyecup (p.269)
Viewfinder eyepiece
LCD monitor
(p.48, 181)
<O/L> Aperture/
Exposure compensation button/
Erase button (p.109/112/227)
<Q> Quick Control
button (p.46)
Tripod socket
<M> Menu button (p.48)
<x> Playback button (p.80)
<0> Setting button (p.48)
<W><X><Y><Z>: <S> Cross keys (p.48)
<Wi> ISO speed setting button (p.88)
<XB> White balance selection button (p.127)
<Yi/j> Drive/Self-timer selection button (p.98, 100)
<Zf> AF operation selection button (p.93)
<B> Display button
(p.52, 80, 136, 158, 189)
<A/Hy> AE lock/
FE lock button/Index/
Reduce button
(p.116/117/204/206, 247)
<S/u> AF point
selection button/
Magnify button
(p.95/206, 247)
Card slot/Battery
compartment cover (p.32)
Card slot/Battery compartment
cover release lever (p.32)
Access lamp (p.34)
Card slot (p.32)
Battery compartment (p.32)
DC cord hole
(p.268)
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Nomenclature
Shooting Settings (in Creative Zone modes, p.26)
c Main Dial pointer (p.103)
Shooting mode
Exposure level indicator
Exposure
compensation
amount (p.112)
AEB range (p.114)
Picture Style (p.91)
AF operation (p.93)
X:
One-Shot AF
9:
AI Focus AF
Z:
AI Servo AF
MF:
Manual Focusing
Quick Control icon
(p.46, 71)
Battery check (p.36)
zxcn
White balance (p.127)
Q Auto
W Daylight
E Shade
R Cloudy
Y Tungsten light
U White fluorescent light
I Flash
O Custom
Drive/Self-timer (p.98, 100)
u Single shooting
i Continuous shooting
j Self-timer:10 sec
l Self-timer:2 sec
q Self-timer:Continuous
Shutter speed
Aperture
Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.119)
u White balance correction (p.129)
B White balance bracketing (p.130)
Metering mode (p.111)
q Evaluative metering
w Partial metering
e
Center-weighted average metering
GPS connection indicator (p.280)
Eye-Fi transmission status (p.272)
ISO speed (p.88)
Highlight tone priority
(p.261)
y Flash exposure
compensation (p.113)
0 External flash
exposure compensation
Raise built-in flash (p.47)
Image-recording quality
(p.84)
73 Large/Fine
83 Large/Normal
74 Mediu m/Fine
84 Medium/Normal
7a Small 1/Fine
8a Small 1/Normal
b Small 2 (Fine)
c Small 3 (Fine)
1+73
RAW+Large/Fine
1 RAW
Number of possible shots
Number of possible shots
during WB bracketing
Self-timer countdown
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
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Nomenclature
Viewfinder Information
Focusing screen
<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)
Built-in flash recycling (D buSY)
AF point activation indicator <•>
AF points
<o> Focus
Max. burst
<0> Monochrome
ISO speed
<A> Highlight tone priority
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation amount
AEB range
Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator
Aperture
Card full warning (FuLL)
Card error warning (Card)
No card warning (Card)
<i>
ISO speed
<u>
White balance
correction
confirmation light
shooting
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
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Nomenclature
Mode Dial
The Mode Dial includes the Basic Zone modes, Creative Zone modes,
and the Movie shooting mode.
Creative Zone Modes
These modes give you more control for
shooting various subjects.
d : Program AE (p.82)
s : Shutter-priority AE (p.104)
f : Aperture-priority AE (p.106)
a : Manual exposure (p.109)
Basic Zone Modes
All you do is press the shutter
button. The camera sets everything
to suit the subject or scene.
A : Scene Intelligent Auto (p.56)
7 : Flash Off (p.61)
C : Creative Auto (p.62)
k: Movie Shooting
(p.153)
Image Zone Modes
2 : Portrait (p.65)
3 : Landscape (p.66)
4 : Close-up (p.67)
5 : Sports (p.68)
6 : Night Portrait (p.69)
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Lens
Lens without a distance scale
Focusing ring (p.97, 150)
Hood mount (p.42)
Filter thread
(front of lens)
Nomenclature
Focus mode switch (p.40)
Zoom ring (p.41)
Zoom position index
Image Stabilizer switch (p.43)
Lens mount index (p.40)
Contacts (p.21)
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Nomenclature
Battery Charger LC-E10
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E10 (p.30).
Power plug
Charge lamp
Full-charge lamp
Battery pack slot
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-E10E
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E10 (p.30).
Battery pack slot
Power cord
Full-charge lamp
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Charge lamp
Power cord socket
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1
Getting Started
This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start
shooting and basic camera operations.
Attaching the Strap
Pass the end of the strap through
the camera’s strap mount eyelet
from the bottom. Then pass it
through the strap’s buckle as shown
in the illustration. Pull the strap to
take up any slack and make sure
the strap will not loosen from the
buckle.
The eyepiece cover is also
attached to the strap (p.269).
Eyepiece cover
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Charging the Battery
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-E10
Full-charge lamp
Charge lamp
LC-E10E
Recharge the battery.
3
For LC-E10
As shown by the arrow, flip out the
For LC-E10E
Connect the power cord to the
X Recharging starts automatically and
X When the battery is fully recharged,
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 lights up in orange.
the full-charge lamp will light up in
green.
It takes approx. 2 hours to fully recharge a completely
exhausted battery at room temperature (23°C / 73°F). The time
required to recharge the battery will vary greatly depending on
the ambient temperature and the battery’s remaining capacity.
For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (6°C - 10°C /
43°F - 50°F) will take longer (up to approx. 4 hours).
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Charging the Battery
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.
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
(provided) 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.
Purchase a new battery.
After disconnecting the charger’s power plug, do not touch the prongs for
at least 3 sec.
Do not charge any battery other than a Battery Pack LP-E10.
Battery Pack LP-E10 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 and Card
Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E10 into the camera. The camera
can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card (sold separately). The
captured images are recorded onto the card.
Make sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to
enable writing/erasing.
Installing the Battery and Card
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.
Write-protect switch
Insert the card.
3
As shown by the illustration, face
the card’s label side toward the
back of the camera and insert it
until it clicks in place.
Close the cover.
4
Press the cover until it snaps shut.
When you set the power switch to
<1>, the number of possible shots
(p.36) will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
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Installing and Removing the Battery and Card
After opening the card slot/battery compartment cover, be careful not to
swing it back further. Otherwise, the hinge may break.
The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the
card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc.
Setting [z1: Release shutter without card] to [Disable] will prevent
you from forgetting to insert a card (p.180).
Removing the Battery and Card
Set the power switch to <2>
1
(p.35).
Open the cover.
2
Make sure the access lamp is off,
then open the cover.
If [Recording...] is displayed, close
the cover.
Remove the battery.
3
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.
Remove the card.
4
Gently push in the card, then let it go
to eject.
Pull the card straight out.
Close the cover.
5
Press the cover until it snaps shut.
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Installing and Removing the Battery and Card
When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are
being written to or read by the card, being erased, or data is being
transferred. Do not open the card slot/battery compartment cover.
Also, never do any of the following while the access lamp is lit or
blinking. Otherwise, it can damage the image data, card, or camera.
• Removing the card.
• Removing the battery.
• Shaking or banging the camera around.
If the card already contains recorded images, the image number may not
start from 0001 (p.184).
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, then format the card with the camera (p.50). The card may
then return to normal.
Do not touch the card’s contacts with your fingers or metal objects. Do
not expose the contacts to dust or water. If a smudge adheres to the
contacts, contact failure may result.
The camera cannot use MultiMediaCards (MMC). (A card error will
appear.)
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Turning on the Power
If you turn on the power and the date/time/zone setting screen
appears, see page 37 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.
3 Auto Power Off
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after
approx. 30 seconds of non-operation. To turn on the camera again,
just press the shutter button halfway (p.45).
You can set the auto power off time with [51: Auto power off]
(p.181).
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
z Checking the Battery Level
When the power is turned on, the battery level will be indicated in one of
the four levels.
z : Battery level is sufficient.
x : Battery level is low, but the
camera can still be used.
c : Battery will be exhausted soon.
(Blinks)
n : Recharge the battery.
Number of Possible Shots (Approx. number of shots)
Temperature
Room Temperature
(23°C / 73°F)
No Flash 600 580
50% Flash Use 500 410
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10, no Live
View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing
standards.
Low Temperatures
(0°C / 32°F)
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 power may be consumed faster.
For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 135.
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3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone
have been reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow
the steps below to set the time zone first. If you set the camera to the
correct time zone for where you currently live, when you travel to
another time zone you can simply set the camera to the correct time
zone for your destination to adjust the camera’s date/time automatically.
Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based
on this date/time setting. Be sure to set the correct date/time.
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 <Y> <Z> keys to select
the [52] tab.
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[Date/Time/Zone], then press <0>.
Set the time zone.
3
[London] is set by default.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select
the time zone box.
Press <0> so <a> is displayed.
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
the time zone, then press <0>.
(Returns to <b>.)
The menu setting procedure is explained on pages 48-49.
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.
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3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
4
5
6
Set the date and time.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select
the number.
Press <0> so <a> is displayed.
Press the <W> <X> keys to set the
number, then press <0>. (Returns
to <b>.)
Set the daylight saving time.
Set it if necessary.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select [Y].
Press <0> so <a> is displayed.
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[Z], then press <0>.
When the daylight saving time is set
to [Z], the time set in step 4 will
advance by 1 hour. If [Y] is set, the
daylight saving time will be canceled
and the time will go back by 1 hour.
Exit the setting.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys 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 in the following cases. If this
happens, set the date/time/zone again.
• When the camera is stored without the battery.
• When the camera’s battery becomes exhausted.
• When the camera is exposed to below freezing temperatures for a
prolonged period.
The date/time that was set will start from when you press <0> in step 6.
After changing the time zone, check that the correct date/time has been set.
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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 <Y> <Z> keys to select
the [52] tab.
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[Language
Set the desired language.
3
Press the <S> cross keys to select
the language, then press <0>.
X The interface language will change.
K], then press <0>.
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
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
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.
40
Attach the lens.
2
Align the lens’s red or white index
with the camera’s index matching 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.
If it is set to <MF> (manual focus),
autofocus will not operate.
Remove the front lens cap.
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
Zooming
To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens
with your fingers.
If you want to zoom, do it before
focusing. Turning the zoom ring after
achieving focus may throw off the
focus.
Detaching the Lens
While pressing the lens release
button, turn the lens as shown by
the arrows.
Turn the lens until it stops, then
detach it.
Attach the rear lens cap to the
detached lens.
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.
Image Conversion Factor
Since the image sensor size is
smaller than the 35mm film
format, it will look like the lens
focal length is increased by
approx. 1.6x.
Image sensor size (Approx.)
(22.3 x 14.9 mm / 0.88 x 0.59 in.)
35mm image size
(36 x 24 mm / 1.42 x 0.94 in.)
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
Attaching a Lens Hood
A lens hood can block unwanted light and diminish 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 there is no index mark on the lens and hood:
Attach the lens hood.
Turn the hood as shown by the arrow
to attach it securely.
If there is an index mark on the lens and hood:
Align the red dots on the hood
1
and lens edges, 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 you do not attach the hood properly, it may obstruct the image’s
periphery, making it look dark.
When attaching or detaching the hood, grasp the base of the hood when
turning it. Grasping the hood’s edges when turning it may deform the
hood, resulting in failure to turn.
When using the camera’s built-in flash, detach the hood. Otherwise, the
hood will obstruct part of the flash.
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Lens Image Stabilizer
When you use an Image Stabilizer (IS) lens, camera shake is corrected
to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on the
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens as an example.
* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.
Set the IS switch to <1>.
1
Set also 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 is not effective if the subject moves at the time of
exposure.
For bulb exposures, set the IS switch to <2>. If <1> is set, Image
Stabilizer misoperation may occur.
The Image Stabilizer may not be effective for excessive shaking such as
on a rocking boat.
The Image Stabilizer 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.
Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the
shooting conditions. However, the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II or EFS55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II switches the IS mode automatically.
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Basic Operation
Adjusting the Viewfinder Sharpness
Turn the dioptric adjustment
knob.
Turn the knob left or right so that the
AF points (nine boxes) in the
viewfinder look sharp.
If the camera dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder
image, using E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses (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.
5.
To maintain a stable stance, place one foot slightly ahead of the other.
6. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 133.
Vertical shooting
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Basic Operation
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
(0).
While you press the shutter button
halfway, the LCD monitor will turn off
(p.193).
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.
If you press the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway
first, or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it
completely immediately, the camera will take a moment before it takes
the picture.
Even during menu display, image playback, or image recording, you can
instantly go back to shooting-ready by pressing the shutter button
halfway.
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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions
You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the
LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control.
Press the <Q> button.
1
X The Quick Control screen will appear
(7).
Set the desired function.
2
Press the <S> cross keys to select a
function.
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.53) will appear.
Turn the <6> dial to change the
setting.
Basic Zone Modes Creative Zone Modes
Take the picture.
3
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
X The captured image will be displayed.
For the functions settable in Basic Zone modes and the setting procedure,
see page 71.
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Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions
Sample Quick Control Screen
Aperture (p.106)
Shutter speed (p.104)
Shooting mode* (p.26)
Exposure compensation/
AEB setting (p.112, 114)
Picture Style (p.91)
AF operation (p.93)
White balance (p.127)
Drive/self-timer (p.98, 100)
* These functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen.
When you select <s> and press <0>, the built-in flash will pop-up.
Highlight tone priority* (p.261)
ISO speed (p.88)
Flash exposure
compensation (p.113)
Raise built-in flash
Image-recording quality
(p.84)
Auto Lighting Optimizer
Metering mode (p.111)
(p.119)
Function Setting Screen
Select the desired function and press
<0>. The function setting screen will
appear.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to change some of the
settings. Also, some functions can be
set by pressing the <B> button.
Press <0> to finalize the setting and
return to the Quick Control screen.
Ð
<0>
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3 Menu Operations
You can set various settings with the menus such as the imagerecording quality, date/time, etc.
<0> button
LCD monitor
<S> cross keys
<M> button
Menu Screen
The menu tabs and items displayed will differ depending on the
shooting mode.
Basic Zone Modes Movie Shooting Mode
Creative Zone Modes
3 Playback
z Shooting
Ta b
Menu items
5 Set-up
9 My Menu
Menu settings
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3 Menu Operations
Menu Setting Procedure
Display the menu screen.
1
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
Select a tab.
2
Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select a
tab (group of functions).
For example, in this manual, “the [z3
tab” refers to the screen displayed
when the third
the left [ ] is selected.
Select the desired item.
3
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
the option, then press <0>.
Select the setting.
4
Press the <W> <X> or <Y> <Z>
keys to select the desired setting.
(Some settings require you to press
either the <W> <X> or <Y> <Z>
keys to select it.)
The current setting is indicated in blue.
Set the desired setting.
5
Press <0> to set it.
Exit the setting.
6
Press the <M> button to return to
the shooting function settings display.
In step 2, you can also turn the <6> dial to select a menu tab.
The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have
pressed the <M> button to display the menu screen.
To cancel, press the <M> button.
For details about each menu item, see page 278.
z
(Shooting) tab from
]
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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 the camera.
When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will
be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure
there is nothing you need to keep. If necessary, transfer the
images and data to a computer, etc., before formatting the card.
Select [Format card].
1
Under the [51] tab, select [Format
card], then press <0>.
Format the card.
2
Select [OK], then press <0>.
X The card will be formatted.
X When the formatting is completed,
the menu will reappear.
For low-level formatting, press the
<L> button to append [Low level
format] with a checkmark <X>, then
select [OK].
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3 Formatting the Card
Execute [Format card] in the following cases:
The card is new.
The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer.
The card is full with images or data.
A card-related error is displayed (p.296).
Low-level Formatting
Perform low-level formatting if the card’s recording or reading speed seems
slow or if you want to totally erase data in the card.
Since low-level formatting will format all recordable sectors in the card, the
formatting will take slightly longer than normal formatting.
You can stop the low-level formatting by selecting [Cancel]. Even in this
case, normal formatting will be completed and you can use the card as
usual.
When the card is formatted or data is erased, only the file management
information is changed. The actual data is not completely erased. Be
aware of this when selling or discarding the card. When discarding the
card, execute low-level formatting or destroy the card physically to
prevent the personal data from being leaked.
Before using a new Eye-Fi card, the software 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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Switching the LCD Monitor Display
The LCD monitor can display the shooting settings screen, menu
screen, captured images, etc.
Shooting Settings
When you turn on the power, the
shooting settings will be displayed.
When you press the shutter button
halfway, the display will turn off.
And when you let go of the shutter
button, the display will turn on.
You can also turn off the display by
pressing the <B> button. Press
the button again to turn on the
display.
Menu Functions Captured Image
Appears when you press the
<M> button. Press the
button again to return to the
shooting settings screen.
You can set [52: LCD off/on btn] so that the shooting settings display
does not keep turning off and on (p.193).
Even when the menu screen or captured image is displayed, pressing
the shutter button will enable you to shoot immediately.
Appears when you press the
<x> button. Press the button
again to return to the shooting
settings screen.
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Feature Guide
The Feature guide appears when you change the shooting mode or set
a shooting function, Live View shooting, movie shooting, or Quick
Control for playback, and displays a brief description of that mode,
function or option. It also displays a description when you select a
function or option on the Quick Control screen. The Feature guide turns
off when you further proceed with any operation.
Shooting mode (Sample)
Quick Control (Sample)
Shooting settings Live View shooting Playback
3 Disabling the Feature Guide
Select [Feature guide].
Under the [52] tab, select [Feature
guide], then press <0>.
Select [Disable], then press <0>.
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2
Basic Shooting and
Image Playback
This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes
on the Mode Dial for best results and how to play back
images.
With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot while the
camera sets everything automatically (p.72, 274). Also, to
prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations,
advanced shooting function settings cannot be changed
B
a
s
i
c
Z
o
n
Auto Lighting Optimizer
In Basic Zone modes, the Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.119) will
adjust the image automatically to obtain the optimum brightness
and contrast. It is also enabled by default in Creative Zone modes.
.
e
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A
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.59).
Set the Mode Dial to <A>.
1
AF point
Focus confirmation light
56
Aim any AF point over the
2
subject.
All the AF points will be used to focus,
and generally the closest object will
be focused.
Aiming the center AF point over the
subject will make focusing easier.
Focus on the subject.
3
Press the shutter button halfway, and
the lens’s focusing ring will rotate to
focus.
X The dot inside the AF point achieving
focus flashes briefly in red. At the
same time, the beeper will sound and
the focus confirmation light <o> in
the viewfinder will light up.
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 the desired color tone is not obtained, use a Creative
Zone mode and select a Picture Style other than <D> and shoot (p.91).
FAQ
The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not
achieved.
Aim the AF point over an area with good contrast, then press the
shutter button halfway (p.45). If you are too close to the subject,
move away and try again.
Multiple AF points flash simultaneously.
This indicates that focus is achieved at all those AF points. When the
AF point covering the desired subject flashes, take the picture.
The beeper continues to beep softly. (The focus confirmation
light <o> does not light up.)
It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving
subject. (The focus confirmation light <o> does not light up.) You
can take sharp pictures of a moving subject.
Note that focus lock (p.59) will not work in this case.
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).
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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 Flash off
mode (p.61). Other than the flash setting, the camera will shoot with
the same settings as with <A>.
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 AF-assist
beam. Its effective range is approx. 4 meters/13.1 feet.
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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A
Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)
Recomposing the Shot
Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to
create a balanced background and good perspective.
In the <A> mode, while you press the shutter button halfway to focus
on a still subject, the focus will be locked. You can then recompose the
shot and press the shutter button completely to take the picture. This is
called “focus lock”. Focus lock is also possible in other Basic Zone
modes (except <5>).
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 aiming the AF point on the subject while pressing the
shutter button halfway, the focusing will be continuous. When you want
to take the picture, press the shutter button completely.
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A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)
A Live View Shooting
You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is
called “Live View shooting”. For details, see page 133.
Display the Live View image on
1
the LCD monitor.
Press the <A> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
Focus on the subject.
2
Aim the center AF point < > on the
subject.
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus.
X When focus is achieved, the AF point
will turn green and the beeper will
sound.
X If necessary, the built-in flash will be
raised automatically.
Take the picture.
3
Press the shutter button completely.
X The picture will be taken and the
captured image is displayed on the
LCD monitor.
X After the image review ends, the
camera will return to Live View
shooting automatically.
Press the <A> button to end the
Live View shooting.
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7 Disabling Flash
The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings
automatically. In places where flash photography is prohibited such as
in a museum or an aquarium, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This
mode is also effective for capturing the particular ambience of a scene,
such as candlelight scenes.
Shooting Tips
Prevent camera shake if the numeric display in the viewfinder
blinks.
Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the
viewfinder’s shutter speed display will blink. Hold the camera steady
or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to
reduce blur caused by camera shake even while handholding the
camera.
Take portraits without flash.
In low-light conditions, tell the subject to keep still until the picture is
taken. Any movement by the subject during shooting may result in
the subject being blurred in the picture.
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C Creative Auto Shooting
In the <C> mode, you can easily change the depth of field, drive/selftimer, and flash firing. You can also choose the ambience you want to
convey in your images. The default settings are the same as the <A>
mode.
* CA stands for Creative Auto.
Set the Mode Dial to <C>.
1
Press the <Q> button. (7)
2
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Set the desired function.
3
Press the <S> cross keys to select a
function.
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.53) will appear.
For the setting procedure and details
on each function, see pages 63-64.
Take the picture.
4
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
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C Creative Auto Shooting
Shutter speed
Aperture
ISO speed
(3)
Battery check
Image-recording quality
(1)
(2)
(4)
Possible shots
Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following:
(1) Ambience-based shots
You can set the ambience you want to convey in your images. Press
the <
Y
> <Z> keys or turn the <6> dial to select the desired
ambience. You can also select it from a list by pressing <
0
>. For
details, see page 73.
(2) Blurring/sharpening the background
If you move the index mark toward the left, the background will look
more blurred. If you move it toward the right, the background will
look more in focus. If you want to blur the background, see “Shooting
Portraits” on page 65. Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the <6>
dial to select the desired ambience.
Depending on the lens and shooting conditions, the background
may not look so blurred. This function cannot be set (grayed out) if
the built-in flash is raised and <a> or <D> has been selected. If
flash is used, this setting will not be applied.
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(3) Drive/self-timer: Press <0> and set it with <Y> <Z> or the
<6> dial.
<u> Single shooting : Shoot one image at a time.
<i> Continuous shooting:
While you hold down the shutter button
completely, shots will be taken continuously.
You can shoot up to approx. 3 shots per
second.
<j> Self-timer: 10 sec :The picture is taken 10 seconds after you
press the shutter button.
<q>Self-timer: Continuous:
Press the <W> <X> keys to set the number
of multiple shots (2 to 10) to be taken with
the self-timer. 10 seconds after you press the
shutter button, the set number of multiple
shots will be taken.
(4) Flash firing: Press <0> and set it with <Y> <Z> or the <6>
dial.
<a> Auto flash : The flash fires automatically when necessary.
<I> Flash on : The flash fires at all times.
<b> Flash off : The flash is disabled.
If you use an external Speedlite, [Flash firing] cannot be set.
When using the self-timer, see the notes on page 100.
When using <b>, see “Disabling Flash” on page 61.
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The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human
subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and hair look softer.
Shooting Tips
The further the distance between the subject and background,
the better.
The further the distance between the subject and background, the
more blurred the background will look. The subject will also stand
out better against an uncluttered dark background.
Use a telephoto lens.
If you have a zoom lens, use the telephoto end to fill the frame with
the subject from the waist up. Move in closer if necessary.
Focus the face.
Check that the AF point covering the face flashes. For close-ups of
the face, focus on the eyes.
If you hold down the shutter button, you can shoot continuously to
capture subtle changes in the subject’s pose and facial expression (max.
approx. 3 shots/sec.).
If necessary, the built-in flash will pop up automatically.
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3 Shooting Landscapes
Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery or to have
everything in focus from near to far. For vivid blues and greens, and
very sharp and crisp images.
Shooting Tips
With a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end.
When using the wide-angle end of a zoom lens, objects near and far
will be in focus. It also adds breadth to landscapes.
Shooting night scenes.
Since the built-in flash will be disabled, this
mode <3> is also good for night scenes.
Use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
If you want to shoot a person against a
night scene, set the Mode Dial to <6>
(Night Portrait) and use a tripod (p.69).
The flash will not fire even in backlit or low-light conditions.
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4 Shooting Close-ups
When you want to shoot flowers or small things up close, use the <4>
(Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a
macro lens (sold separately).
Shooting Tips
Use a simple background.
A simple background makes small objects such as flowers stand out
better.
Move as close as possible to the subject.
Check the lens for its minimum focusing distance. Some lenses
have indications such as <40.25m/0.8ft> on them. The lens
minimum focusing distance is measured from the <V> (focal
plane) mark on the top of the camera to the subject. If you are too
close to the subject, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink.
If you use flash and the bottom of the picture looks unusually dark,
move away from the subject.
With a zoom lens, use the telephoto end.
If you have a zoom lens, using the telephoto end will make the
subject look larger.
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5 Shooting Moving Subjects
Use the <5> (Sports) mode to shoot a moving subject, such as a
running person or a moving vehicle.
Shooting Tips
Use a telephoto lens.
The use of a telephoto lens is recommended for shooting from a
distance.
Use the center AF point to focus.
Aim the center AF point over the subject, then press the shutter
button halfway to autofocus. During autofocusing, the beeper will
continue beeping softly. If focus cannot be achieved, the focus
confirmation light <o> will blink.
When you want to take the picture, press the shutter button
completely. If you hold down the shutter button, you will be able to
maintain autofocusing during continuous shooting of the subject’s
movement (max. approx. 3 shots per sec.).
Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder’s
shutter speed display on the bottom left will blink. Hold the camera steady
and shoot.
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6 Shooting Night Portraits
To shoot people at night and obtain a natural-looking night scene in the
background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Using a tripod is
recommended.
Shooting Tips
Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod.
When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide
night view. Also, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
Check the subject’s brightness.
Under low light, the built-in flash will fire automatically to obtain a
good exposure of the subject.
It is recommended that you play back the image after the shooting to
check the image brightness. If the subject looks dark, move nearer
and shoot again.
Also shoot with the <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) mode.
Since camera shake is prone to occur with night shots, shooting also
in the <A> mode is recommended.
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During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus on dots of light such as
in a night scene. In such a case, it is recommended that you set the AF
method to [Quick mode] and shoot. If it is still difficult to focus, set the lens’s
focus mode switch to <MF> and focus manually.
Tell the subject to keep still even after the flash fires.
If you use the self-timer together with flash, the self-timer lamp will light
up briefly after the picture is taken.
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Q Quick Control
In Basic Zone modes when the shooting function settings screen is
displayed, you can press the <Q> button to display the Quick Control
screen. The table on the next page shows the functions that can be set
with the Quick Control screen in each Basic Zone mode.
Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone
1
mode.
Example: Portrait mode
Press the <Q> button. (7)
2
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
Set the functions.
3
Press the <W> <X> keys to select a
function. (This step is not necessary
in the A/7 mode.)
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.53) will appear.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to change the setting.
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Q Quick Control
Settable Functions in Basic Zone Modes
o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable
Function
u: Single shooting
i: Continuous shooting
Drive
mode
Flash firing
Ambience-based shots (p.73)
Light/scene-based shots (p.77)
Blurring/sharpening the background (p.63)
Self-timer
j
: 10 sec.
q
: Continuous
shooting*
a: Automatic firing
D: Flash on (Fires
at all times)
b: Flash off
* Use the <W> <X> keys to set the number of continuous shots.
A
(p.56)7(p.61)C(p.62)2(p.65)3(p.66)4(p.67)5(p.68)6(p.69)
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k k k k k k k k
o o o o o
k
o k o o
k k k k k k
k k k k
k
If you change the shooting mode or set the power switch to <2>, the
camera will revert to the default settings (except the self-timer).
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Shoot by Ambience Selection
Except in the <A> and <7> Basic Zone modes, you can select the
ambience for shooting.
Ambience
(1) Standard setting
(2) Vivid
(3) Soft
(4) Warm
(5) Intense
(6) Cool
(7) Brighter
(8) Darker
(9) Monochrome
A 7 C 2 3 4 5 6
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Set the Mode Dial to any of the
1
following modes: <C>, <2>,
<3>, <4>, <5>, or <6>.
Display the Live View image.
2
Press the <A> button to display the
Live View image.
On the Quick Control screen,
3
select the desired ambience.
Press the <Q> button (7).
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[
Standard setting
shots
] will appear on the screen.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the ambience.
X
The LCD monitor will display how the
image will look with the selected ambience.
Ambience Effect
No setting
Low / Standard / Strong
Low / Standard / Strong
Low / Standard / Strong
Low / Standard / Strong
Low / Standard / Strong
Low / Medium / High
Low / Medium / High
Blue / B/W / Sepia
]. [
Ambience-based
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Set the ambience effect.
4
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
the effect bar so that [Effect] appears
at the bottom.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the desired
effect.
Take the picture.
5
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
To return to viewfinder shooting,
press the <A> button to exit Live
View shooting. Then press the shutter
button completely to take the picture.
If you change the shooting mode or
set the power switch to <2>, the
setting will revert back to [Standard
setting].
The Live View image shown with the ambience setting applied will not
look exactly the same as the actual photo.
Using flash may minimize the ambience effect.
In bright outdoors, the Live View image you see on the LCD monitor may
not have exactly the same brightness or ambience as the actual photo.
Set [52: LCD brightness] to 4 and look at the Live View image so that
the LCD monitor is unaffected by outside light.
If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed when setting
functions, press the <Q> button after step 1 and set [Ambience-based
shots] and [Effect].
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Ambience Settings
(1) Standard setting
Standard image characteristics for the respective shooting mode.
Note that <2> has image characteristics geared for portraits and
<3> is geared for landscapes. Each ambience is a modification of
the respective shooting mode’s image characteristics.
(2) Vivid
The subject is given a sharp, vivid look. This results in a photo that
looks more impressive than the one taken with [Standard setting].
(3) Soft
The subject is de-emphasized, giving them a softer, daintier look.
Good for portraits, pets, flowers, etc.
(4) Warm
Colors are made warmer and the subject is de-emphasized, making
them seem warmer and gentler. Good for portraits, pets, and other
subjects to which you want to give a warm look.
(5) Intense
While the overall brightness is slightly lowered, the subject is
emphasized for a more intense feeling. Makes the human or living
subject stand out more.
(6) Cool
The overall brightness is slightly lowered with a cooler color cast,
giving the photo a dusky, quiet mood. Makes subjects in the shade
look more calm and impressive.
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(7) Brighter
The picture will look brighter.
(8) Darker
The picture will look darker.
(9) Monochrome
The picture will be monochrome. You can select the monochrome
color to be black and white, sepia, or blue. When [Monochrome] is
selected, <0> will appear in the viewfinder.
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Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type
In the <2>, <3>, <4>, and <5> Basic Zone modes, you can shoot
with settings that match the lighting or scene type. Normally, [Default
setting] is adequate, but if the settings match the lighting condition or
scene type, the picture will look more accurate to your eyes.
For Live View shooting, if you set both [Light/scene-based shots] and
[Ambience-based shots] (p.73), setting [Light/scene-based shots] at
first is recommended. This will make it easier to see the resulting effect
on the LCD monitor.
Lighting or Scene
(1) Default setting
(2) Daylight
(3) Shade
(4) Cloudy
(5) Tungsten light
(6) Fluorescent light
(7) Sunset
A 7 C 2 3 4 5 6
k k k k
k k k k
k k k k
k k k k
k k k
k k k
k k k k
Set the Mode Dial to any of the
1
following modes: <2>, <3>,
<4>, or <5>.
Display the Live View image.
2
Press the <A> button to display the
Live View image.
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Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type
On the Quick Control screen,
3
select the lighting or scene type.
Press the <Q> button (7).
Press the <W> <X> keys to select
[Default setting]. [Light/scenebased shots] will appear on the
screen.
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the lighting or
scene type.
X The resulting image with the selected
lighting or scene type will be
displayed.
Take the picture.
4
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
To return to viewfinder shooting,
press the <A> button to exit Live
View shooting. Then press the shutter
button completely to take the picture.
If you change the shooting mode or
set the power switch to <2>, the
setting will revert back to [Default
setting].
If you use flash, the setting will switch to [Default setting]. (However, the
shooting information will display the lighting or scene type that was set.)
If you want to set this together with [Ambience-based shots], set the
lighting or scene type that best matches the ambience you have set. In
the case of [Sunset], for example, warm colors will become prominent so
the ambience you set may not work well.
If you do not want the Live View image to be displayed when setting
functions, press the <Q> button after step 1 and set [Light/scene-based
shots].
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Lighting or Scene Type Settings
(1) Default setting
Default setting suited for most subjects.
(2) Daylight
For subjects under sunlight. Gives more natural-looking blue skies
and greenery, and reproduces light-colored flowers better.
(3) Shade
For subjects in the shade. Suitable for skin tones, which may look
too bluish, and for light-colored flowers.
(4) Cloudy
For subjects under overcast skies. Makes skin tones and
landscapes, which may otherwise look dull on a cloudy day, look
warmer. Also effective for light-colored flowers.
(5) Tungsten light
For subjects lit under tungsten lighting. Reduces the reddish-orange
color cast caused by tungsten lighting.
(6) Fluorescent light
For subjects under fluorescent lighting. Suited for all types of
fluorescent lighting.
(7) Sunset
Suitable when you want to capture the sunset’s impressive colors.
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x Image Playback
The easiest way to play back images is explained below. For more
details on the playback procedure, see page 203.
Play back the image.
1
Press the <x> button.
X The last captured image or last image
played back will appear.
Select an image.
2
To view images starting with the last
captured image, press the <Y> key.
To view images starting with the first
(oldest) image, press the <Z> key.
Each time you press the <B>
button, the display format will change.
80
With basic information
Histogram
Basic information +
Image quality/Playback number
Shooting information display
Exit the image playback.
3
Press the <x> button to exit the
image playback and return to the
shooting settings display.
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Creative Shooting
In the Basic Zone modes, to prevent spoiled shots,
most advanced functions are set automatically and
cannot be changed. In the <d> (Program AE) mode,
you can set various functions and be more creative.
In the <d> mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and
aperture automatically to obtain a standard exposure.
The difference between the Basic Zone modes and <d> is
explained on pages 274-275.
The functions explained in this chapter can also be used in
the <s>, <f>, and <a
The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes
(p.26).
*<d> stands for Program.
* AE stands for Auto Exposure.
> modes explained in Chapter 4.
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d: Program AE
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit
the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.
Set the Mode Dial to <d>.
1
Focus on the subject.
2
Look through the viewfinder and aim
the selected AF point over the
subject. Then press the shutter button
halfway.
X The dot inside the AF point achieving
focus lights up briefly in red, and the
focus confirmation light <o> on the
viewfinder’s bottom right lights up (in
One-Shot AF mode).
X The shutter speed and aperture will
be set automatically and displayed in
the viewfinder.
Check the display.
3
A standard exposure will be obtained
as long as the shutter speed and
aperture displays do not blink.
Take the picture.
4
Compose the shot and press the
shutter button completely.
If you use a TS-E lens to shift or tilt the lens or use an Extension Tube, the
standard exposure may not be obtained or an irregular exposure may result.
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d: Program AE
Shooting Tips
Change the ISO speed. Use the built-in flash.
To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the
ISO speed (p.88) or use the built-in flash (p.101). In the <d> mode,
the built-in flash will not fire automatically. When indoors or during
low light shooting, it is recommended that you press the <I> (flash)
button to raise the built-in flash. (You can also raise the built-in flash
by selecting <s> on the Quick Control screen.)
Change the program using Program shift.
After pressing the shutter button halfway, turn the <6> dial to
change the shutter speed and aperture setting combination
(program). Program shift is canceled automatically after the picture
is taken. Program shift is not possible with flash.
If the “30"” shutter speed and the lower f/number
blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO
speed or use flash.
If the “4000” shutter speed and the higher f/number
blink, it indicates overexposure. Decrease the ISO
speed.
Differences Between <d> and <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto)
In the <A> mode, many functions, such as the AF operation and metering
mode, are set automatically to prevent spoiled shots. The functions you can
set are limited. With <d> mode, only the shutter speed and aperture are set
automatically. You can freely set the AF operation, metering mode, and
other functions (p.274).
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3
You can select the pixel count and the image quality. Ten imagerecording quality settings are provided: 73, 83, 74, 84, 7a,
8a, b, c, 1+73, 1.
Setting the Image-Recording Quality
Select [Image quality].
1
Under the [z1] tab, select [Image
quality], then press <0>.
X [Image quality] will appear.
Recorded pixels (pixel count)
Possible shots
84
Select the image-recording
2
quality.
The respective quality’s pixel count
and number of possible shots will be
displayed to help you select the
desired quality. Then press <0>.
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Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings (Approx.)
Pixels
Image Quality
73
High
quality
83 3.2 2190 2190
74
Medium
quality
84 1.7 4100 4100
7a
8a 1.1 6210 6210
b
c
1+73
1 24.5 290 6
* Figures for the file size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst are
based on Canon’s 8 GB test card and testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO
100, and Standard Picture Style). These figures will vary depending on the
subject, card brand, aspect ratio, ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom
Functions, and other settings.
Low
quality
JPEG
High
quality
Recorded
(megapixels)
Approx. 17.9
(18M)
Approx. 8.0
(8.0M)
Approx. 4.5
(4.5M)
Approx. 2.5
(2.5M)
Approx. 0.35
(0.3M)
Approx. 17.9
(18M)
File
Size
(MB)
6.4 111 0 69
3.4 2100 2100
2.2 3270 3270
1.3 5440 5440
0.3 21060 21060
24.5+6.4 230 4
Possible
Shots
Maximum
Burst
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FAQ
I want to select the image-recording quality matching the paper
size for printing.
Paper size
A2 (59.4x42 cm/23.4x16.5 in.)
A3 (42x29.7 cm/
16.5x11.7 in.)
7a
8a
b
A4 (29.7x21 cm/11.7x8.3 in.)
12.7x8.9 cm/5.0x3.5 in.
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84
1+73
What’s the difference between
These settings indicate the different levels of image quality caused
by different compression rates. The
image quality with the same number of pixels. Although
a slightly lower image quality, this allows more images to be saved to
the card. Both b and c have 7 (Fine) quality.
I was able to take more shots than the number of possible shots
indicated.
Depending on the shooting conditions, you may be able to take
more shots than was indicated. It may also be fewer than indicated.
The number of possible shots displayed is only approximate.
Does the camera display the maximum burst?
The maximum burst is displayed in the viewfinder’s right side. Since
it is only a single-digit indicator 0 - 9, any number higher than 8 will
be displayed only as “9”. Note that this number will also be displayed
even when no card is installed in the camera. Be careful not to shoot
without a card in the camera.
When should I use
1 images must be processed on a computer. For details, see
“1” and “1+73” on the next page.
Refer to the diagram on the left when
choosing the image-recording quality. If
you want to crop the image, selecting a
73
higher quality (more pixels) such as 73,
83
83, 1+73, or 1 is recommended.
1
b is suitable for playing the image on a
digital photo frame.c is suitable for
emailing the image or using it on a Web
site.
7 and 8?
7 setting produces a higher
1?
8 produces
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3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
1
1
is the raw image data before it is made into 73 or other images.
1
images cannot be viewed on a computer without the use of EOS
software, such as Digital Photo Professional (provided, p.318). However,
you can perform various adjustments on them that are impossible with
other image types such as
73. 1
is effective when you want to
precisely adjust the image yourself or shoot an important subject.
1+73
1+73
two images are saved to the card simultaneously. The two images will be
saved in the same folder with the same file numbers (file extension .JPG
for JPEG and .CR2 for RAW).
even with a computer which does not have the EOS software installed.
records a 1 image and a 73 image with a single shot. The
73
images can also be viewed or printed
1 image
73 image
File number
RAW Image Processing Software
The use of “Digital Photo Professional” (EOS software, p.318) is
recommended when viewing RAW images on a computer.
Older versions of Digital Photo Professional may not be able to process
RAW images taken with this camera. If an older version of Digital Photo
Professional is installed on your computer, update (overwrite) it as follows.
• When the software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) is provided
with the camera:
Æ Install Digital Photo Professional from the CD-ROM.
• When the software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) is not
provided with the camera:
Æ Download a version of Digital Photo Professional compatible with this
camera from the Canon Web site.
Commercially-available software may not be able to display RAW images taken
with this camera. For compatibility information, contact the software manufacturer.
0001 . CR2
0001 . JPG
File extension
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i: Changing the ISO SpeedN
Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the
ambient light level. In Basic Zone modes, the ISO speed is set
automatically (p.89).
Press the <Wi> button.
1
X [ISO speed] will appear.
Set the ISO speed.
2
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the desired ISO
speed, then press <0>.
With [AUTO] selected, the ISO speed
will be set automatically (p.89).
ISO Speed Guide
ISO Speed
ISO 100 - 400 Sunny outdoors
ISO 400 - 1600 Overcast skies or evening time
ISO 1600 - 6400, H Dark indoors or night
* High ISO speeds will result in grainier images.
Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [2: ISO expansion] is set to
[1: On], “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) can also be set (p.258).
Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [10: Flash button function]
is set to [1: ISO speed], you can set the ISO speed with the <D> button.
Shooting Situation
(No flash)
Flash Range
The higher the ISO speed,
the farther the flash range
will extend (p.101).
Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [6: Highlight tone priority] is
set to [1: Enable], ISO 100 and “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) cannot be
selected (p.261).
Shooting in high temperatures may result in images that look grainier.
Long exposures can also cause irregular colors in the image.
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i: Changing the ISO SpeedN
When you shoot at high ISO speeds, noise (such as dots of light and
banding) may become noticeable.
If you use a high ISO speed and flash to shoot a close subject,
overexposure may result.
As “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) is an expanded ISO speed setting,
noise (such as dots of light and banding) and irregular colors will be more
noticeable, and the resolution will be lower than usual.
ISO [AUTO]
If the ISO speed is set to [AUTO], the
actual ISO speed setting will be
displayed when you press the shutter
button halfway. As indicated on the next
page, the ISO speed will be set
automatically to suit the shooting mode.
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i: Changing the ISO SpeedN
Shooting Mode ISO Speed Setting
A/7/C/3/4/5/6 Automatically set within ISO 100 - 3200
d/s/f/a
2 ISO 100
With flash ISO 800
*1: Fixed at ISO 800 for bulb exposures.
*2: Depends on the maximum ISO speed limit set.
*3: If fill flash results in overexposure, ISO 100 or a higher ISO speed will be set.
*4: If bounce flash is used with an external Speedlite in a Basic Zone (except
<6>) mode or <d>, ISO 800 - 1600 (or up to the maximum limit) will be set
automatically.
*5: Fixed at ISO 400 if the maximum limit is ISO 400.
When [AUTO] is set, the ISO speed is indicated in whole-stop
In the <2> mode, the ISO speed shown in the table is actually used
*1
increments. However, the ISO speed is actually set in finer increments.
Therefore, in the image’s shooting information (p.229), you may find an
ISO speed such as 125 or 640 displayed as the ISO speed.
even if ISO 100 is not displayed.
Automatically set within ISO 100 - 6400
*3*4*5
*2
3 Setting the Maximum ISO Speed for [ISO Auto]N
For ISO Auto, you can set the maximum ISO speed limit within ISO 400
- ISO 6400.
Under the [z3] tab, select [ISO Auto],
then press <0>. Select the ISO speed,
then press <0>.
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A
Optimal Image Characteristics for the Subject
By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics
matching your photographic expression or the subject.
In Basic Zone modes, you cannot select the Picture Style.
Select [Picture Style].
1
Under the [z2] tab, select [Picture
Style], then press <0>.
X The Picture Style selection screen will
appear.
Select a Picture Style.
2
Press the <W> <X> keys to select a
Picture Style, then press <0>.
The Picture Style will be set and the
menu will reappear.
Picture Style Characteristics
D Auto
The color tones will be adjusted automatically to suit the scene.
The colors will look vivid, especially for blue skies, greenery and
sunsets, in nature, outdoor and sunset scenes.
If the desired color tone is not obtained with [
P Standard
The image looks vivid, sharp, and crisp. This is a general-purpose
Picture Style suitable for most scenes.
Q Portrait
For nice skin tones. The image looks softer. Suited for close-up
portraits.
By changing the [Color tone] (p.123), you can adjust the skin
tone.
Auto
], use another Picture Style.
N
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A Optimal Image Characteristics for the SubjectN
R Landscape
For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images.
Effective for impressive landscapes.
S Neutral
This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with
their computer. For natural colors and subdued images.
U Faithful
This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with
their computer. When the subject is captured under a color
temperature of 5200K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to
match the subject’s color. Images will appear subdued.
V Monochrome
Creates black-and-white images.
Black-and-white images shot in formats other than 1 cannot be
reverted to color. If you want to later shoot pictures in color, make
sure the [Monochrome] setting has been canceled. When
[Monochrome] is selected, <0> will appear in the viewfinder.
W User Def. 1-3
You can register a basic style such as [Portrait], [Landscape], a
Picture Style file, etc., and adjust it as desired (p.125). Any User
Defined Picture Style that has not been set will have the same
default settings as the [Auto] Picture Style.
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f: Changing the Autofocus OperationN
You can select the AF (autofocus) operation characteristics suiting the
shooting conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF
operation is set automatically for the respective shooting mode.
Set the lens’s focus mode switch
1
to <AF>.
Press the <Zf> button.
2
X [AF operation] will appear.
Select the AF operation.
3
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the desired AF
operation, then press <0>.
Focus on the subject.
4
Aim the AF point over the subject and
press the shutter button halfway. The
camera will then autofocus in the
selected AF operation.
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 dot inside the AF point achieving focus
lights up briefly in red, and the focus confirmation light <o> in the
viewfinder will also light up.
With evaluative metering (p.111), the exposure setting will be set at
the same time as focus is achieved.
While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the focus will be
locked. You can then recompose the shot if desired.
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f: Changing the Autofocus OperationN
If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light <o> in the
viewfinder will blink. If this occurs, the picture cannot be taken even if the
shutter button is pressed completely. Recompose the shot and try to
focus again, or see “Subjects Difficult to Focus” (p.97).
If [z1: Beep] is set to [Disable], the beeper will not sound when focus
is achieved.
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 point selection (p.95) is automatic, the camera first
uses the center AF point to focus. During autofocusing, if the subject
moves away from the center AF point, focus tracking continues as
long as the subject is covered by another AF point.
With AI Servo AF, the beeper will not sound even when focus is achieved.
Also, the focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will not light up.
AI Focus AF for Switching the AF Operation Automatically
AI Focus AF switches the AF operation from One-Shot AF to AI
Servo AF automatically if a still subject starts moving.
After the subject is focused in One-Shot AF, if the subject starts
moving, the camera will detect the movement, change the AF
operation automatically to AI Servo AF, and keep tracking the
moving subject.
When focus is achieved in the AI Focus AF operation with the Servo mode
active, the beeper will sound softly. However, the focus confirmation light
<o> in the viewfinder will not light up. Note that focus will not be locked in
this case.
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S Selecting the AF PointN
In Basic Zone modes, the camera will normally focus the closest subject
automatically. Therefore, it may not always focus on your target subject.
In the <d>, <s>, <f>, and <a> modes, you can select the AF
point and use it to focus on the target subject.
Press the <S> button. (9)
1
X The selected AF point will be
displayed on the LCD monitor and in
the viewfinder.
Select the AF point.
2
Use the <S> cross keys to select
the AF point.
While looking through the viewfinder,
you can select the AF point by turning
the <6> dial until the desired AF
point lights up in red.
When all the AF points light up,
automatic AF point selection will be
set. The AF point will be selected
automatically to focus on the subject.
Pressing <0> toggles the AF point
selection between the center AF point
and automatic AF point selection.
Focus on the subject.
3
Aim the selected AF point over the
subject and press the shutter button
halfway to focus.
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S Selecting the AF PointN
Shooting Tips
When shooting a portrait up close, use One-Shot AF and focus
on the eyes.
If you focus on the eyes first, you can then recompose and the face
will remain sharp.
If it is difficult to focus, select and use the center AF point.
The center AF point is the most sensitive among the nine AF points.
To make it easier to focus on a moving subject, set the camera
to automatic AF point selection and AI Servo AF (p.94).
The center AF point will first be used to focus on the subject. During
autofocusing, if the subject moves away from the center AF point,
focus tracking continues as long as the subject is covered by
another AF point.
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. This illuminates the
subject to enable easier autofocusing.
The AF-assist beam will not be fired from the built-in flash in the following
shooting modes: <7>, <3> and <5>.
The AF-assist beam cannot be emitted with AI Servo AF operation.
The effective range of the AF-assist beam emitted by the built-in flash is
approx. 4 meters/13.1 feet.
In Creative Zone modes, when you raise the built-in flash with the <I>
button (p.101), the AF-assist beam will be emitted when necessary. Note
that depending on the setting for [7: AF-assist beam firing] under [53:
Custom Functions (C.Fn)], AF beam will not be emitted (p.262).
If you use an Extender (sold separately) and the f/number becomes higher
than f/5.6, AF shooting will not be possible (except in [FlexiZone - Single]
and [u Live mode] during Live View shooting). For details, refer to the
Extender’s instruction manual.
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Subjects Difficult to Focus
Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (viewfinder’s focus confirmation light
<o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:
Very low-contrast subjects
(Example: Blue skies, solid-color flat surfaces, etc.)
Subjects in very low light
Extremely backlit and reflective subjects
(Example: Cars with highly reflective bodies, etc.)
Near and far subjects covered by an AF point
(Example: Animals in cages, etc.)
Repetitive patterns
(Example: Skyscraper windows, computer keyboards, etc.)
In such cases, do either of the following:
(1) With One-Shot AF, focus on an object at the same distance as the
subject and lock the focus before recomposing the shot (p.59).
(2) Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <MF> and focus manually.
For subjects difficult to focus during Live View shooting with [FlexiZone -
Single] and [uLive mode], see page 146.
MF: Manual Focus
Set the lens’s focus mode switch
1
to <MF>.
Focus on the subject.
2
Focus by turning the lens’s focusing
ring until the subject looks sharp in
Focusing ring
the viewfinder.
If you press the shutter button halfway during manual focusing, the AF point
achieving focus will light up briefly in red, the beeper will sound, and the
focus confirmation light <o> in the viewfinder will light up.
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i Continuous ShootingN
You can shoot up to approx. 3 shots per second. This is effective for
shooting a child running toward you or capturing different facial
expressions.
Press the <Yij> button.
1
Select <i>.
2
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select continuous
shooting <i>, then press <0>.
Take the picture.
3
The camera shoots continuously
while you hold down the shutter
button completely.
Shooting Tips
Also set the AF operation (p.93) matching the subject.
• For a moving subject
When AI Servo AF is set, focusing will be continuous during
continuous shooting.
• For a still subject
When One-Shot AF is set, the camera will focus only once during
continuous shooting.
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i Continuous ShootingN
Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [5: High ISO speed noise
reduction] is set to [2: Strong] (p.261), the maximum burst during
continuous shooting will greatly decrease. Also, the continuous shooting
speed may be slower.
When the battery level is low, the continuous shooting speed may
become slightly slower.
In AI Servo AF operation, the continuous shooting speed may become
slightly slower depending on the subject and the lens used.
The continuous shooting speed may also decrease indoors and under
low light.
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j Using the Self-timer
Press the <Yij> button.
1
Select the self-timer.
2
Press the <Y> <Z> keys or turn the
<6> dial to select the self-timer,
then press <0>.
j : 10-sec. self-timer
l: 2-sec. self-timerN
q: 10-sec. self-timer plus
continuous shots
Press the <W> <X> keys
to set the number of shots
(2 to 10) to be taken with
the 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 monitor.
X Two seconds before the picture is taken, the self-timer lamp will light
up and the beeper will sound faster.
With <q>, the interval between shots may be prolonged depending on
the shooting conditions such as the image-recording quality or flash.
If you do not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter
button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.269). If stray light enters the
viewfinder when the picture is taken, it may throw off the exposure.
After taking self-timer shots, playing back the image (p.80) to check
focus and exposure is recommended.
When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.59) on
an object at about the same distance as where you will stand.
To cancel the self-timer after it starts, press the <Yij> button.
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