Canon T50 User Manual

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Welcome to the world of SLR photography! Your new T50

combines built-in power winding with the sophisticated

for interesting and professional-looking photo

graphs. The

Before you begin, take a few minutes to read these

It is a good idea to acquaint yourself with the camera by

When reading these instructions, unfold the front and back flaps or this booklet

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electronics of Canon's programmed SLRs. It is as easy to use as a compact camera, yet affords the special flexibility that only SLRs give: lens interchangeability. The T50 takes care of every exposure worry for you from regular daylight shooting, to flash photography when accompanied by the Canon Speedlite 244T. Even film loading is automatic. You'll find the built-in power winder very helpful when taking "action" pictures or shooting by remote control with the Remote Switch 60 T3. And because it is an SLR, you can use the T50 with any of Canon's over 50 interchangeable FD lenses.

for easy reference to the camera's parts.

T50 is truly the camera for all and everyone, regardless of experience.

instructions. They have been written so that you can quickly master the operations of the camera, while also providing some tips and explanations on photography.

first taking some pictures without any film loaded in the camera. Load film once you feel comfortable with the camera

Table of Contents

Attaching the Lens

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2. Setting the Lens for Programmed AE 8

3. Loading the Batteries 9

4. Checking the Batteries 10

5. Selector Dial 11

6. Setting the Film Speed 12

7. Loading the Film 13

8. Learning to Hold the Camera Correctly 15

9. Shooting 16

10. Continuous Shooting 18

11. The T50's Viewfinder 19

12. Focusing Aids 20

13. Viewfinder Information 21

14. Self-Timer 22

15. Rewinding the Film 23

16. Dedicated Flash Photography with the 244T 24

17. Photography with the Remote Switch 60 T3 26

18. Other Accessories 27

19. Carrying the Camera 29

20. Caring for Your Camera 30

21. Specifications 32

1. Attaching the Lens

Turn the rear lens cap in the di-

rection of the arrow until it stops.

To reattach the rear lens cap, align it

This camera is designed for use with

Fish-eye 7.5 mm f/5.6

AE signal pins

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Then pull it off the lens.

Remove the body cap.

with the lens as illustrated. Then lightly push it in and turn it clockwise until it stops.

Canon FD lenses only. Lenses and accessories shown below cannot be used with the T 50.

FL series lenses TS35 mm f/2.8

Reflex 500 mm f/8 Macrophoto 20 mm f/3.5 Macrophoto 35 mm f/2.8 Close-up system accessories such as Extension Tubes or Bellows without

To mount the lens, first align the

red positioning point on the lens

Then turn the lens in the direc

tion

To dismount the lens, turn the lens

After mounting the lens, make

Be sure to place the lens with its

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with the red dot above the camera mount as illustrated.

of the arrow until it stops and the lens release button pops out with a click.

in the direction of the arrow while pressing the lens release button.

sure the lens release button has popped out. Otherwise, the lens will not work properly. DO NOT press the lens release button while mounting, or it may not pop out.

front end down (as illustrated) to avoid damaging the protruding pins

2. Setting the Lens for Programmed AE

Remove the front lens cap

While pressing in the AE lock pin,

"A" will be in line with the red dot

Note:

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turn the aperture ring in the direction of the arrow until "A" click-stops at the distance index.

on the camera. If you forget to do this, automatic exposure will be impossible. Since programmed AE requires this setting, be sure to always check that the lens is set at "A"

If you disengage the aperture ring from the "A" mark, the camera's shutter speed will remain set at 1/60 sec. At the same time, a red "M" will appear in the viewfinder when you depress the shutter button halfway.

3. Loading the Batteries

The T50 needs batteries to power it.

Use two new penlight (size AA, 1.5V)

Push the battery chamber cover

Load the batteries so that their

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batteries of the same brand. We recommend Alkaline-manganese (LR6) batteries for longer battery life. Carbon-zinc batteries may also be used, but their life is shorter. DO NOT use Ni-Cd batteries.

opening latch. The battery chamber cover will flip open.

terminals face the directions indicated on the back of the battery chamber cover. The camera will not function if the batteries are loaded incorrectly.

4. Checking the Batteries

Hints:

1. Wipe the battery terminals and the

If you hear beeping sounds, you can

Battery Life

Figures = shooting in normal temperatures (20°C, or 68°F)

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camera contacts with a clean, dry cloth before loading to ensure proper contact.

2. When shooting in temperatures below 0°C (32°F), keep your camera and spare batteries close to your body or in a pocket until you are ready to take a picture. Although batteries may not function well in low temperatures, do not throw them away. They may work perfectly again once they are restored to room temperature.

3. Remove the batteries if you do not expect to use the camera for about three weeks or longer.

start taking pictures. If the beeping sounds are not emitted, battery power is insufficient. In this case, replace the batteries. (The selector dial automatically returns to "L" when you remove your finger.)

Rotate the selector dial to "B.C."

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