Canon T 60 User Manual
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INSTRUCTIONS
Precautions
1) This camera is not resistant to water,
and cannot be used underwater or
outdoors if raining or snowing. If ac
cidentally dropped in water, contact
an authorized Canon service facility
as quickly as possible. Remove water
droplets from the camera with a
clean dry cloth. If exposed to salt
spray, clean it thoroughly afterward
with a clean, damp, well-rung cloth.
2) Store the camera in a cool, dry, dustfree place. Be sure to keep the
camera out of direct sunlight, and
away from “hot spots" such as the
trunk or rear window shelf of a car.
Avoid places where moth balls are
used, and in excessive humidity, use
a desiccant.
3) Do not attempt to disassemble the
camera yourself. Always take it to an
authorized Canon service facility for
repair.
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4) Use a blower brush to remove dust
and sand from the lens and inside the
camera. Do not apply any fluids to
the lens or body. Take it to a Canon
service facility for more cleaning if
necessary.
5) Film passing through x-ray examina
tions at airports may be exposed and
ruined even when loaded in the
camera. Request a hand-checked in
spection to avoid damage.
6) Color reproduction may be adverse
ly affected if film is left in the camera
for a long time. Always develop ex
posed film promptly.
See p. 40 for camera care.
Introduction
The Canon T60, a single-lens reflex (SLR)
camera designed for first-time users,
places an emphasis on providing basic
SLR functions. It is equipped with simple
controls and functions in a lightweight,
compact body. The viewfinder provides
all necessary camera setting and ex
posure information.
The T60 features “Aperture-priority AE’’
mode providing uncomplicated automat
ic exposure operation for beginning
users, and “Manual” mode allowing full
control of the camera to give the more ex
perienced user free reign in exploring
creative ideas.
Lastly, the T60 employs an FD mount
which accepts lenses from Canon’s large
FD lens line-up used by professionals
worldwide.
T60 Features
1. Aperture-priority AE and Manuai ex
posure modes
2. FD mount accepts FD ienses
3. Lightweight, compact body for ease
of handling
Please read these instructions carefully
for a thorough understanding before tak
ing pictures.
Whiie reading this booklet, unfold the
front and back flaps for easy reference
to the camera’s parts.
NOMENCLATURE
Selector Dial
A; Automatic
L: Lock
1000-1; Shutter speeds (manual)
B: Bulb (long exposure)
Film Advance Lever
Shutter Button
Frame Counter
Strap Fixture
Grip
Self-timer Button
(Red Lamp)
Aperture Ring
Selector Dial Mark
Accessory Shoe
Rewind Crank/Knob
Film Speed Dial
Aperture Scale
Zooming Ring
Focusing Ring
Viewfinder
Eyepiece
Film Guide Rail
Rewind Shaft
Film Chamber
Lens Release
Button
Sprocket
Film Take-up Spool
Pressure Plate
Film Window
Battery Compartment
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Attaching the Neckst rap
1) Attach the neckstrap rings to the
strap fixtures on the camera.
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2) As shown in the illustration, attach
the ends of the neckstrap to the neckstrap rings so that they come to the
inside of the neckstrap.
Table of Contents
Preparations
1. Loading the Batteries 6
2. Lens Attachment............................ 7
3. Checking the Batteries................... 8
4. Viewfinder information
5. Hoiding the Camera
6. Focusing and Shutter
Button Action
7. Setting the Fiim Speed 15
8. Loading the Film
Taking Pictures
1. Automatic Exposure Operation 20
2. Removing the Film
3. Manual Exposure Operation 24
4. Self-timer Function . . 28
5. Bulb (Long Exposure) Shooting . 29
6. Using Infrared Film 31
7. Flash Photography . . 32
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Appendix
1. Understanding Depth of Field . . .34
2. Film Plane Indicator
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Interchangeable Lenses
Accessories
1. Cases
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2. Dioptric Adjustment Lenses . . . . 39
Camera Care...........................................40
Specifications ........................................40
Attaching the Neckstrap .......................43
Preparations
1. Loading the Batteries
This camera uses two LR44 alkaline bat
teries or two SR44 silver batteries.
1) Remove the battery holder by turning
it counterclockwise with a coin or
similar object.
2) As shown on the diagram on the out
side of the battery holder, insert two
batteries into the holder with the ©
side of each battery facing up.
3) Replace the battery holder and turn
it clockwise using a coin or similar ob
ject to secure it in place.
When changing the batteries, be sure
to replace both batteries with new
ones of the same brand.
Remove the batteries if the camera
is not to be used for an extended peri
od of time.
2,
Lens Attachment
1) Remove the rear lens cap and body
cap by turning counterclockwise.
2) Align the red dots on the lens and the
camera, and then turn the lens clock
wise until it stops and locks in place.
• To remove the lens, hold the lens
release button down and turn the
lens counterclockwise,
3) Remove the lens cap.
3.
Checking
1) Set the selector dial to “A”.
2) Rotate the winding lever until it stops.
3) While looking through the viewfinder,
press the shutter button halfway.
• If at least two of the red LEDs in
side the viewfinder are lit or blink
ing, the batteries are okay.
• If none of the LEDs light up, either
the batteries were inserted upside
down or the batteries are exhaust
ed and need to be replaced.
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• Battery life is approximately 1 year
under normal use.
When the camera Is not being used,
be sure to set the selector dial to "L”
(Lock) to prevent unnecessary bat
tery drain.
4.
Viewfinder information
Split-image Rangefinder
Microprism Rangefinder
Matte Screen
The LEDs in the viewfinder iight up or
blink when necessary to infornn you of
various exposure information. The infor
mation provided in the viewfinder is
shown in the illustration at the left.
■ : These LEDs light or blink to in
dicate camera settings and con
ditions.
AUTO; This LED lights when the selec
tor dial is set to A (automatic ex
posure).
M: This LED lights when the selec
tor dial is set to a manual ex
posure position (any position
other than “A” or “L").
OVER: This LED lights to warn of over
exposure.
1000-1: The LED corresponding to the
set shutter speed lights.
All shutter speeds are actually
the reciprocal of the numerals
displayed. For example, “125”
Indicates a shutter speed of
1/125 sec.
60V: This Is the fastest shutter speed
that can be used with a flash.
Flash Is synchronized at all
shutter speeds 1/60 sec or
slower.
LT: This LED lights when a Long
Time shutter speed of 2-8 se
conds is set.
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B: This LED lights when the
camera is set to Bulb mode.
When the selector dial is set to
“B” (Bulb), the shutter will re
main open for as long as the
shutter button is held pressed.
5.
Holding the Camera
If the camera moves while a picture is be
ing taken, the resulting picture may be un
clear. Sharp pictures require that the
camera be held very still when the shut
ter button is pressed. Try the following
camera-holding technique to avoid disap
pointments.
1) Grasp the camera grip securely with
the right hand.
2) Use your left hand to support both the
camera body and the lens, and keep
your left elbow close to your body.
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3) Lightly hold the camera against your
nose and look into the viewfinder,
4) With your feet spread slightly apart,
place one foot in front of the other to
stabilize your stance.
■ There is no absolute camera holding
technique which is right for every in
dividual. Practice holding the camera
in different ways to determine which
is the best technique for you. Prac
ticing in front of a mirror is helpful.
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6.
Focusing and Shutter Button Action
By rotating the lens’ focusing ring, you
can focus on objects located in any part
of the viewfinder image area.
1) Set the selector dial to “A”.
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2) While looking through the viewfinder,
rotate the lens’ focusing ring until the
viewfinder image appears sharp.
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