Basic Instruction Manual
This basic manual covers only the most basic operations.
For other features and more details, see the
Camera Instruction Manual pdf file in the CD-ROM.
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The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions explained in this
manual.
EOS 6D (WG)
EOS 6D (N)
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The EOS 6D (WG/N) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a
full-frame (approx. 35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2
effective megapixels, DIGIC 5+, high-precision and high-speed 11-point
AF, approx. 4.5 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full High-
Definition (Full HD) movie shooting, Wi-Fi*, and GPS*.
* The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions.
Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following
To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety
Precautions” (p.138-140) and “Handling Precautions” (p.12-13).
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.
Introduction
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The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:
• SD memory cards
• SDHC memory cards*
• SDXC memory cards*
* UHS-I cards compatible.
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/
writing speed as shown in the table.
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.
Compatible Cards
Cards that Can Record Movies
Compression Method (p.116) Card
IPB 6 MB/sec. or faster
ALL-I (I-only) 20 MB/sec. or faster
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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Before starting, check that all the following items have been included
with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a power
cord.)
The Instruction Manuals 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.
Item Check List
Battery Pack
LP-E6
(with protective cover)
Battery Charger
LC-E6/LC-E6E*
Interface Cable IFC-200U Stereo AV Cable
AVC-DC400ST
Camera
(with body cap)
Wide Strap
EW-EOS6D
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The instruction manuals are provided in both paper and electronic (PDF
file) forms.
* Not provided with the EOS 6D (N).
Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains the following manuals (PDF files):
• Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• EF24-70mm f/4L IS USM Instruction Manual
Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual
CD-ROM are on pages 128-129.
EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software CD-ROM)
Contains software such as image-editing software and
Software Instruction Manuals (PDF files).
For more information and installation procedures of the
software, see pages 132-134.
Instructions for viewing the Software Instruction Manual
are on page 135.
Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs
Camera Basic
Instruction Manual
(this booklet)
Pocket Guide
Explains the camera’s basic function settings
and basic shooting/playback instructions.
Wi-Fi (Basic)/
GPS Function
Instruction Manual*
The Basic Instruction Manual explains the basic procedures and features.
For detailed instructions, see the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM.
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Icons in this Manual
<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.
<
5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.
<9> <V> <U> : Indicates the Multi-controller and the push
direction.
<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 : When shown on the upper right of a page, it indicates that the
function is available only in the Creative Zone modes (p.20).
(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
has been set to <
1> and the <R> switch has been set to the
left (Multi function lock released) (p.30, 43).
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 an
EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens as an example.
Conventions Used in this Manual
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For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s
basic operations and shooting procedures.
Chapters
Introduction
2
Getting Started
23
Basic Shooting
57
Setting the AF and Drive Modes
77
Image Settings
83
Advanced Operations
95
Shooting with the LCD Monitor
(Live View Shooting)
103
Shooting Movies
113
Image Playback
119
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
Downloading Images to Your Computer
127
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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1
Introduction 2
Compatible Cards............................................................................. 3
Item Check List................................................................................. 4
Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs.................................................. 5
Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 6
Chapters........................................................................................... 7
Handling Precautions ..................................................................... 12
Quick Start Guide ........................................................................... 14
Nomenclature ................................................................................. 16
Getting Started 23
Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 24
Installing and Removing the Battery............................................... 26
Installing and Removing the Card .................................................. 27
Turning on the Power ..................................................................... 30
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone .................................................. 32
Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 34
Attaching and Detaching a Lens .................................................... 35
About the Lens Image Stabilizer .................................................... 38
Basic Operation.............................................................................. 39
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 45
3 Menu Operations.................................................................. 47
Before You Start............................................................................. 49
Formatting the Card..................................................................... 49
Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off ................................. 51
Setting the Image Review Time................................................... 51
Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On.................................................. 52
Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings ............................. 52
Contents
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Contents
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3
Q Displaying the Electronic Level ...............................................53
Feature Guide and Help..................................................................54
Basic Shooting 57
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...................58
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) ......................... 61
C Creative Auto Shooting.............................................................63
8: Special Scene Mode .............................................................66
2 Shooting Portraits ......................................................................67
3 Shooting Landscapes ...............................................................68
4 Shooting Close-ups....................................................................69
5 Shooting Moving Subjects ........................................................70
6 Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod) ....................................71
F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)............................................72
G Shooting Backlit Scenes............................................................73
Q Quick Control............................................................................. 75
Setting the AF and Drive Modes 77
f: Selecting the AF Operation .....................................................78
S Selecting AF Points ..................................................................79
MF: Manual Focusing .....................................................................80
i Selecting the Drive Mode..........................................................81
j Using the Self-timer ...................................................................82
Contents
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7
6
4
5
Image Settings 83
Setting the Image-Recording Quality ............................................. 84
i: Setting the ISO Speed ........................................................... 86
A Selecting a Picture Style ........................................................ 87
Setting the White Balance .............................................................. 88
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast................................... 89
Noise Reduction Settings ............................................................... 90
Highlight Tone Priority .................................................................... 92
Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction .... 93
Advanced Operations 95
d: Program AE .............................................................................. 96
s: Shutter-Priority AE.................................................................. 97
f: Aperture-Priority AE ............................................................... 98
a: Manual Exposure ..................................................................... 99
Setting Exposure Compensation.................................................. 100
A AE Lock................................................................................... 101
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) 103
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor .............................................. 104
Using AF to Focus (AF Method)................................................... 106
Focusing Manually ....................................................................... 111
Shooting Movies 113
k Shooting Movies..................................................................... 114
Setting the Movie-Recording Size................................................ 116
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Contents
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Image Playback 119
x Image Playback ......................................................................120
H Searching for Images Quickly.................................................121
u Magnified View ........................................................................122
k Playing Movies........................................................................ 123
L Erasing Images........................................................................125
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
Downloading Images to Your Computer 127
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM .......................128
Downloading Images to a Computer.............................................130
About the Software .......................................................................132
Installing the Software...................................................................134
Software Instruction Manual .........................................................135
Safety Precautions........................................................................ 138
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Camera Care
This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical
shock.
The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you
accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult the nearest Canon
Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera
has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such
as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near
anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong
magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.
Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight.
High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.
The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera yourself.
Do not block the 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.
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.
Handling Precautions
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Handling Precautions
LCD Panel and 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 having a strong magnetic field
such as a TV set, speakers, or magnet. Also avoid places prone to having
static electricity.
Do not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heat source.
Store the card in a case.
Do not store the card in hot, dusty, or humid locations.
Lens
After detaching the lens from the camera, put down the
lens with the rear end up and attach the lens caps to
avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.
Cautions regarding Prolonged Use
If you use continuous shooting, Live View shooting, or movie shooting for a
prolonged period, the camera may become hot. Although this is not a
malfunction, holding the hot camera for a long period can cause slight skin
burns.
Contacts
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Quick Start Guide
1
Insert the battery (p.26).
To charge the battery, see page 24.
2
Insert a card (p.27).
With the card’s label facing
toward the back of the
camera, insert it into the
card slot.
3
Attach the lens (p.35).
Align it with the red dot.
4
Set the lens focus mode switch
to <f> (p.35).
5
Set the power switch to <1>
(p.30)
.
When the LCD monitor displays the
date/time/zone setting screens, see
page 32.
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Quick Start Guide
6
While holding down the center
of the Mode Dial, set it to <A>
(Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.58).
All the necessary camera settings
will be set automatically.
7
Focus the subject (p.40).
Look through the viewfinder and
aim the viewfinder center over the
subject.
Press the shutter button halfway,
and the camera will focus the
subject.
8
Take the picture (p.40).
Press the shutter button completely
to take the picture.
9
Review the picture (p.51).
The captured image will be
displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD
monitor.
To display the image again, press
the <
x> button (p.120).
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View
Shooting” (p.103).
To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.120).
To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.125).
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Nomenclature
LCD panel (p.18)
<i> ISO speed
setting button (p.86)
<q> Metering mode
selection button
<U> LCD panel
illumination button (p.44)
<6> Main Dial
(p.41)
Shutter button
(p.40)
Self-timer lamp
(p.82)
Remote control
sensor
Grip (Battery
compartment)
DC coupler cord hole
Depth-of-field preview button
Mirror
Body cap (p.35)
<q/C>Audio/video OUT/
Digital terminal (p.130)
<F> Remote control terminal (N3 type)
<Y> External microphone IN terminal
<D> HDMI mini OUT terminal
Contacts (p.13)
Lens mount
Lens lock pin
Lens release
button (p.36)
Microphone
Speaker
(p.123)
Strap mount
(p.23)
Mode Dial (p.20)
Mode Dial lock release
button (p.41)
Hot shoe
Flash-sync contacts
Lens mount index (p.35)
<f> AF operation selection button (p.78)
<R> Drive mode selection button (p.81)
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Nomenclature
<V> Focal plane mark
<M>
Menu button (p.47)
<B>
Info button
(p.44, 53, 55, 120)
Dioptric adjustment knob (p.39)
Eyecup
Power switch (p.30)
LCD monitor (p.47)
Tripod socket
<u> Index/Magnify/Reduce
button (p.121/122)
<x> Playback button (p.120)
<9> Multi-controller (p.43)
<L> Erase button (p.125)
<5> Quick Control Dial (p.42)
<0> Setting button (p.47)
Multi function lock
switch (p.43)
Access lamp (p.29)
Battery compartment
cover (p.26)
Card slot
cover (p.27)
Strap mount
(p.23)
<Q> Quick Control
button (p.45)
<S> AF point selection
button (p.79)
<A> AE lock/
FE lock button (p.101)
<p> AF start button
(p.40, 105)
Battery
compartment
cover release
lever (p.26)
Card slot (p.27)
Viewfinder eyepiece
<A/k> Live View shooting/
Movie shooting switch (p.103/113)
<0> Start/Stop button (p.104, 114)
Nomenclature
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LCD Panel
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
Drive mode (p.81)
u Single shooting
i Continuous shooting
B Silent single shooting
M Silent continuous
shooting
Q Self-timer: 10 sec./
Remote control
k Self-timer: 2 sec./
Remote control
<h> AEB
A
F operation (p.78)
X
One-Shot AF
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A
I Focus AF
Z
A
I Servo AF
4L
Manual focus
Wi-Fi function
<k/l>
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<r> GPS
acquisition status
<x> Logging function
<M> Multi Shot Noise
Reduction (p.90)
<P> Multiple-exposure
shooting
Aperture
Battery check (p.31)
ISO speed (p.86)
<g> ISO speed (p.86)
<A> Highlight tone priority (p.92)
<w>
HDR shooting
Electronic level
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation amount
(p.100)
AEB range
Flash exposure compensation
amount
Metering mode
q Evaluative metering
w Partial metering
r Spot metering
e Center-weighted
average metering
Possible shots
Self-timer countdown
Bulb exposure time
Error No.
Remaining images to record
Shutter speed
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L)
No card warning (Card)
Error code (Err)
Cleaning image sensor (CLn)
AF point selection
(
[ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
Card full warning (FuLL)
Card error warning (Card Err)
--
-
-
--
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Nomenclature
Viewfinder Information
The display will show only the settings currently applied.
AF point selection
(
[ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)
Card full warning (FuLL)
Card error warning (Card)
No card warning (Card)
--
-
-
-
-
Shutter speed (p.97)
FE lock (FEL)
Busy (buSY)
Multi function lock warning (L)
<y> Flash exposure
compensation
<d> FE lock/
FEB in-progress
<e> High-speed sync
<D> Flash-ready
Improper FE lock warning
<A> AE lock (p.101) /
AEB in-progress
<z> Battery check (p.31)
<h> Warning symbol
Aperture (p.98)
Exposure level indicator
Exposure compensation amount (p.100)
AEB range
Flash exposure compensation amount
Electronic level
<A> Highlight tone priority (p.92)
ISO speed (p.86)
Max. burst
Number of remaining multiple
exposures
<o> Focus
confirmation
light (p.59)
<g> ISO speed
(p.86)
Spot metering circle
AF points (p.79)
(Superimposed display)
Focusing screen
Nomenclature
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Mode Dial
Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial
lock release button).
Basic Zone
All you do is press the shutter
button. The camera sets everything
to suit the subject or scene.
A: Scene Intelligent Auto (p.58)
C : Creative Auto (p.63)
8: Special scene (p.66)
2 : Portrait (p.67)
3 : Landscape (p.68)
4 : Close-up (p.69)
5 : Sports (p.70)
6 : Night Portrait (p.71)
F :
Handheld Night Scene (p.72)
G : HDR Backlight Control (p.73)
Creative Zone
These modes give you more control
for shooting various subjects.
d : Program AE (p.96)
s : Shutter-priority AE (p.97)
f : Aperture-priority AE (p.98)
a : Manual exposure (p.99)
F : Bulb
Custom shooting mode
You can register the shooting
mode (d/s/f/a/F), AF
operation, menu settings,
etc., to the w or x Mode
Dial setting and shoot.
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Nomenclature
Lens
EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Focus mode switch (p.35)
Hood mount (p.37)
Focusing ring (p.80, 111)
Image Stabilizer switch (p.38)
Lens mount index (p.35)
Contacts (p.13)
Zoom position
index (p.36)
Zoom ring (p.36)
Infrared index
Distance scale
φ77mm filter thread
(front of lens)
Nomenclature
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Battery Charger LC-E6
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.24).
Battery Charger LC-E6E
Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.24).
Battery pack slot
Charge lamp
Power plug
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.
Power cord
Power cord socket
Battery pack slot
Charge lamp
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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.
Eyepiece cover
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1
Remove the protective cover.
Detach the protective cover provided
with the battery.
2
Attach the battery.
As shown in the illustration, attach the
battery securely to the charger.
To detach the battery, follow the
above procedure in reverse.
3
Recharge the battery.
For LC-E6
As shown by the arrow, flip out the
battery charger’s prongs and insert
the prongs into a power outlet.
For LC-E6E
Connect the power cord to the
charger and insert the plug into a
power outlet.
X Recharging starts automatically and
the charge lamp blinks in orange.
It takes approx. 2.5 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 (5°C - 10°C /
41°F - 50°F) will take longer (up to approx. 4 hours).
Charging the Battery
LC-E6
LC-E6E
Charge Level
Charge Lamp
Color Indicator
0 - 49%
Orange
Blinks once per second
50 - 74% Blinks twice per second
75% or higher Blinks three times per second
Fully charged Green Lights up
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Charging the Battery
Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.
Recharge the battery before using.
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.
You can attach the cover in a different
orientation to indicate whether the battery
has been recharged or not.
If the battery has been recharged, attach the
cover so that the battery-shaped hole < > is
aligned over the blue sticker on the battery. If the battery is
exhausted, attach the cover in the opposite orientation.
When not using the camera, remove the battery.
If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount
of power current is released, resulting in excess discharge and shorter
battery life. Store the battery with the protective cover attached. Storing
the battery 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.
Check the battery’s recharge performance and purchase a new
battery.
Tips for Using the Battery and Charger
After disconnecting the charger’s power plug, do not touch the prongs for
approx. 10 sec.
If the battery’s remaining capacity is 94% or higher, the battery will not be
recharged.
The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N
.
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Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 (or LP-E6N) into the camera.
1
Open the cover.
Slide the lever as shown by the
arrows and open the cover.
2
Insert the battery.
Insert the end with the battery
contacts.
Insert the battery until it locks in
place.
3
Close the cover.
Press the cover until it snaps shut.
Open the cover and remove the
battery.
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.24) to
the battery.
Installing and Removing the Battery
Installing the Battery
Removing the Battery
Only Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N can be used.
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The camera can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. UHS-I
Speed Class SDHC and SDXC memory cards can also be used. The
captured images are recorded onto the card.
Make sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to
enable writing/erasing.
1
Open the cover.
Slide the cover as shown by the
arrows to open it.
2
Insert the card.
As shown by the illustration, face
the card’s label side toward you
and insert it until it clicks in place.
3
Close the cover.
Close the cover and slide it in the
direction shown by the arrows until it
snaps shut.
When you set the power switch to
<1>, the number of possible shots
(p.31) will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Installing and Removing the Card
Installing the Card
Write-protect switch
Possible shots
Installing and Removing the Card
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1
Open the cover.
Set the power switch to <2>.
Make sure the access lamp is off,
then open the cover.
If [Recording...] is displayed, close
the cover.
2
Remove the card.
Gently push in the card, then let go to
eject it.
Pull the card straight out, then close
the cover.
Removing the Card
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.
Access lamp
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Installing and Removing the 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 cover during this time. 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.
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 and then format the card with the camera (p.49). The card
may then return to normal.
Do not touch the card’s contacts with your fingers or metal objects.
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If you turn on the power switch and the Date/Time/Zone setting screen
appears, see page 32 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.
Whenever you set the power switch
to <1> or <2>, sensor
cleaning will be executed
automatically. (A small sound may be
heard.) During the sensor cleaning,
the LCD monitor will display <f>.
You can still shoot during sensor
cleaning by pressing the shutter
button halfway (p.40) to stop the
sensor cleaning and take a picture.
If you repeatedly turn the power switch <1>/<2> at a short
interval, the <f> icon may not be displayed. This is normal and
not a problem.
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1
minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the
shutter button halfway (p.40).
You can set the auto power off time with [52: Auto power off]
(p.51).
Turning on the Power
About the Automatic Self-Cleaning Sensor
3 About Auto Power Off
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
When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be
indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates
that the battery will be exhausted soon.
Number of Possible Shots [Approx. number of shots]
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live
View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing
standards.
Possible shots with Battery Grip BG-E13
• With LP-E6 x 2: approx. twice the shots without the battery grip.
• With size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries at room temperature (23°C / 73°F):
approx. 480 shots.
z Checking the Battery Level
Icon
Level (%) 100 - 70 69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0
Temperature
Room Temperature
(23°C / 73°F)
Low Temperature
(0°C / 32°F)
Possible shots 1090 980
The number of possible shots will decrease with any of the following
operations:
• 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 number of possible shots may be lower.
For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 105.
See [54: Battery info.] to check the battery’s condition in detail.
If size-AA/LR6 batteries are used in Battery Grip BG-E13, a four-level
indicator will be displayed. ([x/m] will not be displayed.)
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When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone
have been reset, the Date/Time/Zone setting screens 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 update 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.
1
Display the menu screen.
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
2
Under the [52] tab, select [Date/
Time/Zone].
Press the <U> key to select the
[52] tab.
Press the <V> key to select [Date/
Time/Zone], then press <0>.
3
Set the time zone.
[London] is set by default.
Press the <U> key to select the
time zone box.
Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Press the <V> key to select the time
zone, then press <0>. (Returns to
<s>.)
3
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
The menu setting procedure is explained on pages 47-48.
The time displayed on the upper right 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
Set the date and time.
Press the <U> key to select the
number.
Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Press the <V> key to set the
number, then press <0>. (Returns
to <s>.)
5
Set the Daylight Saving Time.
Set it if necessary.
Press the <U> key to select [Y].
Press <0> so <r> is displayed.
Press the <V> key 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.
6
Exit the setting.
Press the <U> key 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 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.
If you store the camera without the battery or if the camera’s battery
becomes exhausted, the date/time/zone may be reset. If this happens, set
the time zone and date/time again.
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1
Display the menu screen.
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
2
Under the [52] tab, select
[LanguageK].
Press the <U> key to select the
[52] tab.
Press the <V> key to select
[Language
K], then press <0>.
3
Set the desired language.
Press the <V> key to select the
language, then press <0>.
X The interface language will change.
3 Selecting the Interface Language
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The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera
cannot be used with EF-S and EF-M lenses.
1
Remove the caps.
Remove the rear lens cap and the
body cap by turning them as shown
by the arrows.
2
Attach the lens.
Align the red dots on the lens and
camera and turn the lens as shown by
the arrow until it clicks in place.
3
Set the lens focus mode switch to
<AF>.
<AF> stands for Autofocus.
If it is set to <MF> (manual focus),
autofocus will not operate.
4
Remove the front lens cap.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens
Do not look at the sun directly through any lens. Doing so may cause
loss of vision.
If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens rotates during autofocusing, do
not touch the rotating part.
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.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens
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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 slightly.
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.
To owners of the EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens:
You can prevent the lens from extending
out while you are carrying it around. Set
the zoom ring to the 24mm wide-angle
end, then slide the zoom ring lock lever
to <LOCK>. The zoom ring can be
locked only at the wide-angle end.
About Zooming
Detaching the Lens
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
A lens hood can block unwanted light and protect the front of the lens
from rain, snow, dust, etc. Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can
attach the hood in reverse.
1
Align the red dots on the hood
and lens edges, and turn the
hood as shown by the arrow.
2
Turn the hood as shown in the
illustration.
Turn the hood clockwise until it
attaches securely.
Attach the hood.
Turn the hood as shown by the arrow
until it attaches securely.
Attaching a Lens Hood
If the Lens Hood and Lens Have a Mount Index
If Neither the Lens Hood Nor the Lens Have a Mount Index
If the lens has a mount index and 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.
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When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is
corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is
based on the EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens as an example.
* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.
1
Set the Image Stabilizer switch to
<1>.
Also set the camera’s power switch to
<1>.
2
Press the shutter button halfway.
X The Image Stabilizer will operate.
3
Take the picture.
When the picture looks steady in the
viewfinder, press the shutter button
completely to take the picture.
About the Lens Image Stabilizer
The Image Stabilizer cannot correct “subject blur”, when 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 may not be effective when you use the EF24-
105mm f/4L IS USM lens for panned shots.
The Image Stabilizer can operate with the lens 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.
With the EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, the Image Stabilizer mode
may switch automatically to suit the shooting conditions.
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Turn the dioptric adjustment
knob.
Turn the knob left or right so that the
AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.
If the knob is difficult to turn, remove
the eyecup.
To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera
shake.
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.
Basic Operation
Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity
Holding the Camera
If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder
image, using E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses (10 types, sold
separately) is recommended.
Vertical shooting
Horizontal shooting
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 103.
Basic Operation
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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
and on the LCD panel (0).
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.
Shutter Button
In Creative Zone modes, pressing the <p> button is the same as
pressing the shutter button halfway.
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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Basic Operation
Turn the dial while holding down
the lock release button at the
center of the dial.
(1)
After pressing a button, turn the
<6> dial.
When you press a button such as <f>
<R> <i>, the respective function
remains selected for the duration of the
timer (9). During this time, you can
turn the <6> dial to set the desired
setting.
When the function selection ends or if
you press the shutter button halfway, the
camera will be ready to shoot.
Use this dial to select or set the AF
operation, drive mode, ISO speed,
metering mode, AF point selection,
etc.
(2)
Turn the <6> dial only.
While looking at the viewfinder or LCD
panel, turn the <6> dial to set the
desired setting.
Use this dial to set the shutter speed,
aperture, etc.
Mode Dial
6 Main Dial
The operations in (1) are also possible while the <R> switch is set to
the right (Multi function lock, p.43).
Basic Operation
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(1)
After pressing a button, turn the
<5> dial.
When you press a button such as <f>
<R> <i>, the respective function
remains selected for the duration of the
timer (9). During this time, you can
turn the <5> dial to set the desired
setting.
When the function selection ends or if
you press the shutter button halfway, the
camera will be ready to shoot.
Use this dial to select or set the AF
operation, drive mode, ISO speed,
metering mode, AF point selection,
etc.
(2)
Turn the <5> dial only.
While looking at the viewfinder or LCD
panel, turn the <
5> dial to set the
desired setting.
Use this dial to set the exposure
compensation amount, the aperture
setting for manual exposures, etc.
5 Quick Control Dial
The operations in (1) are also possible while the <R> switch is set to
the right (Multi function lock, p.43).
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Basic Operation
The Multi-controller <9> has eight keys which tilt in the directions
shown by the arrows.
Use the eight keys to select the AF
point, correct the white balance,
move the AF point or magnifying
frame during Live View shooting,
scroll around magnified images
during playback, etc.
For menus and the Quick Control, the
Multi-controller works only in the
vertical and horizontal directions
<V> <U>. It does not work in
diagonal directions.
With [8C.Fn III -3: Multi function lock] set and the <R> switch
set to the right, it prevents the Main Dial, Quick Control Dial, and Multi-
controller from moving and changing a setting inadvertently.
<R> switch set to the left:
Lock released
<R> switch set to the right:
Lock engaged
9 Multi-controller
R Multi function Lock
If the <R> switch is set to the right and you try to use one of the locked
camera controls, <L> will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel. On the shooting function settings display (p.44), [LOCK] will be
displayed.
Basic Operation
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Turn on (9)/off the LCD panel
illumination by pressing the <U> button.
During a bulb exposure, pressing the
shutter button completely will turn off the
LCD panel illumination.
After you press the <B> button a number of times, the shooting
function settings will be displayed.
With the shooting settings displayed, you can turn the Mode Dial to see
the settings for each shooting mode.
Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting
function settings (p.45).
Press the <B> button again to turn off the display.
U LCD Panel Illumination
Displaying Shooting Function Settings
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You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the
LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control screen.
1
Press the <Q> button.
X The Quick Control screen will appear
(7).
2
Set the desired function.
Press the <V> <U> key to select
a function.
X The setting of the selected function is
displayed.
Turn the <6> or <5> dial to
change the setting.
3
Take the picture.
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
X The captured image will be displayed.
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions
Basic Zone modes Creative Zone modes
For the functions settable in Basic Zone modes and the setting procedure,
see page 75.
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions
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Select the desired function and press
<0>. The function’s setting screen
will appear.
Turn the <
6
> or <
5
> dial to
change the setting. You can also press
the <
U
> key 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.
When you select < > (Custom
Controls) or < > (AF point, p.79) and
press the <
M
> button, the shooting
function settings display will reappear.
Sample Quick Control Screen
Function Setting Screen
Shutter speed (p.97)
AF operation (p.78)
White balance correction
Shooting mode*
1
(p.20)
Highlight tone priority*
1
(p.92)
Metering mode
Picture Style (p.87)
Exposure
compensation/AEB
setting (p.100)
Flash exposure compensation
ISO speed (p.86)
Aperture (p.98)
Wi-Fi function*
2
Drive mode (p.81)
Custom Controls
White balance (p.88)
AE lock*
1
(p.101)
AF point (p.79)
Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.89)
Image-recording
quality (p.84)
White balance bracketing
*1: These functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen.
*2: Refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual for Wi-Fi function settings.
<0>
Ð
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You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-
recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use
the <M> button, <V> <U> keys, and <
0> button on the
camera back.
* Some menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in Basic Zone modes.
3 Menu Operations
Menus in Basic Zone Modes
Menus in Creative Zone Modes
<V> <U>
LCD monitor
<0> button
<M> button
Tab
Menu items
Menu settings
z Shooting
5
Set-up
9 My Menu
3 Playback
8 Custom
Functions
A Live View shooting
3 Menu Operations
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1
Display the menu screen.
Press the <M> button to display
the menu screen.
2
Select a tab.
Press the <U> key to select a
menu tab.
For example, the [z4] tab refers to
the screen displayed when the forth
tab from the left [ ] is selected.
3
Select the desired item.
Press the <V> key to select the
item, then press <0>.
4
Select the setting.
Press the <V> or <U> key to
select the desired setting. (Some
settings require you to press either
the <V> or <U> key to select
them.)
The current setting is indicated in blue.
5
Set the desired setting.
Press <0> to set it.
6
Exit the setting.
Press the <M> button to return to
the shooting function settings display.
Menu Setting Procedure
In step 2, you can also turn the <6> dial to select a menu tab. In step
4, you can also turn the <5> dial to select certain settings.
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.
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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.
1
Select [Format card].
Under the [51] tab, select [Format
card], then press <0>.
2
Format the card.
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].
Before You Start
3 Formatting the Card
Before You Start
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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.
Execute [Format card] in the following cases:
About 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 in the card must be
installed in 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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Before You Start
To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set
time of idle operation elapses. If you do not want the camera to turn off
automatically, set this to [Disable]. After the power turns off, you can
turn on the camera again by pressing the shutter button or other
buttons.
1
Select [Auto power off].
Under the [52] tab, select [Auto
power off], then press <0>.
2
Set the desired time.
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor
immediately after capture. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To
not have the image displayed, set [Off].
1
Select [Image review].
Under the [z1] tab, select [Image
review], then press <0>.
2
Set the desired time.
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
3 Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off
3 Setting the Image Review Time
Even if [Disable] is set, the LCD monitor will turn off automatically after 30
min. to save power. (The camera’s power does not turn off.)
If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time
elapses.
Before You Start
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The shooting settings display (p.44) can be set to remain on even when
you press the shutter button halfway.
Under the [52] tab, select [LCD off/on
btn], then press <0>. The available
settings are described below. Select one,
then press <0>.
[Remains on] : Display remains on even when you press the shutter
button halfway. To turn off display, press the
<B> button.
[Shutter btn.] : When you press the shutter button halfway, the
display will turn off. When you let go of the shutter
button, the display will turn on.
The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to
their defaults.
1
Select [Clear all camera settings].
Under the [54] tab, select [Clear all
camera settings], then press <0>.
2
Select [OK].
Select [OK], then press <0>.
3 Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On
3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN
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1
Press the <B> button.
Each time you press the <B>
button, the screen display will
change.
Display the electronic level.
If the electronic level does not
appear, set [53: z button
display options] so that the
electronic level can be displayed.
2
Check the camera’s tilt.
The horizontal tilt is displayed in 1°
increments.
When the red line turns green, it
indicates that the tilt is corrected.
Q Displaying the Electronic Level
Displaying the Electronic Level on the LCD Monitor
Horizontal level
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While you set some function, the feature’s description can be displayed.
The Feature guide displays a simple description of the respective
shooting mode, function or option. It appears when you change the
shooting mode or set a shooting function, Live View shooting, Movie
shooting, or Quick Control for playback. When you select a function or
option on the Quick Control screen, the Feature guide description
appears. When you proceed with the operation, the Feature guide will
disappear.
Shooting mode (Sample)
Quick Control (Sample)
Select [Feature guide].
Under the [53] tab, select [Feature
guide], then press <0>.
Select [Disable], then press <0>.
Feature Guide and Help
Feature Guide
3 Disabling the Feature Guide
Shooting settings Live View shooting Playback
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Feature Guide and Help
When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen,
pressing the <B> button displays the function’s description (Help). If
the Help fills more than one screen, a scroll bar will appear on the right
edge. You can turn the <5> dial to scroll down.
Example: [z4: Long exp. noise reduction]
Example: [8C.Fn I -1: Exposure level increments]
Example: [8C.Fn II -1: Tracking sensitivity]
Help
B
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Scroll bar
B
Î
B
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2
Basic Shooting
This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes
on the Mode Dial for best results.
With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot while the
camera sets everything automatically (p.75). Also, to prevent
botched pictures due to mistaken operations, the main
shooting function settings cannot be changed.
B
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Z
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<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.61).
1
Set the Mode Dial to <A>.
Turn the Mode Dial while holding
down the lock release button at the
center.
2
Aim any AF point over the
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.
3
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway. The
lens elements will shift to focus.
X 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.
A
Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)
AF point
Focus confirmation light
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A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)
4
Take the picture.
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
X The captured image will be displayed
for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor.
The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not
achieved.
Aim the AF point over an area having good contrast, then press the
shutter button halfway (p.40). 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.61) will not work in this case.
Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus the subject.
If the focus mode switch on the lens is set to <MF> (manual focus),
set it to <AF> (autofocus).
FAQ
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.87).
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)
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The shutter speed display is blinking.
Since it is too dark, taking the picture may result in a blurred subject
due to camera shake. Using a tripod or a Canon EX-series Speedlite
(sold separately) is recommended.
When the external flash was used, the bottom part of the
picture came out unnaturally dark.
If a hood is attached to the lens, it can obstruct the flash coverage. If
the subject is close, detach the hood before taking the picture with
flash.
In Basic Zone modes except <G>, using a Canon EX-series Speedlite
(sold separately) in low-light or backlit conditions can capture the subject
brightly while avoiding camera shake or reduce backlit shadows.
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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
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> Sports).
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 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.
A
Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)
Recomposing the Shot
Shooting a Moving Subject
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)
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You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is
called “Live View shooting”. For details, see page 103.
1
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
shooting switch to <A>.
2
Display the Live View image on
the LCD monitor.
Press the <0> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
3
Focus the subject.
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.
4
Take the picture.
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 <0> button to end the
Live View shooting.
A Live View Shooting
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In the <C> mode, you can easily change the depth of field and drive
mode. 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.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <C>.
2
Press the <Q> button. (7)
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
3
Set the desired function.
Press the <V> key to select a
function.
X The selected function and Feature
guide (p.54) will appear.
For setting procedure and details on
each function, see pages 64-65.
4
Take the picture.
Press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
C Creative Auto Shooting
C Creative Auto Shooting
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Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following:
(1) Ambience-based shots
You can choose the ambience you want to convey in your images.
Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select the desired ambience. You
can also select it from a list by pressing <0>.
(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 67. Set it by pressing the <U> key. You can
also use the <6> or <5> dial to move the mark.
Depending on the lens and shooting conditions, the background
may not look so blurred. If flash is used, this setting will not be
applied.
Shutter speed
(1)
(2)
Battery check
Possible shots
ISO speed
Image-recording quality
Aperture
(3)
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C Creative Auto Shooting
(3) Drive mode: Press the <U> key to select the desired drive mode.
You can also select the drive mode by turning the <6> or <5>
dial, or pressing <0> to select it from a list.
<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. 4.5 shots per
second.
<B> Silent single shooting:
Single shooting with less shooting sound than <u>.
<M> Silent continuous shooting:
Continuous shooting (max. approx. 3.0 shots per second) with
less shooting sound than <i>.
<> Self-timer: 10 sec./Remote control:
<> Self-timer: 2 sec./Remote control:
The picture is taken 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press
the shutter button. A remote controller can also be used.
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When you set a shooting mode suiting the scene, the camera sets the
optimum settings automatically.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <8>.
2
Press the <Q> button. (7)
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
3
Select the shooting mode.
Press the <V> key to select the
shooting mode section.
Turn the <6> or <5> dial to select
a shooting mode.
You can also select a shooting mode
from a list by selecting the shooting
mode section and pressing <0>.
Available Shooting Modes in the <8> Mode
8: Special Scene Mode
Shooting Mode
Page
Shooting Mode
Page
2 Portrait p.67 6 Night Portrait p.71
3 Landscape p.68 F Handheld Night Scene p.72
4 Close-up p.69 G HDR Backlight Control p.73
5 Sports p.70
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The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human
subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and the hair look softer.
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 in front of a plain, 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 in red. For close-
ups of the face, focus the eyes.
2 Shooting Portraits
Shooting Tips
The default setting is <i> (Continuous shooting). If you hold down the
shutter button, you can shoot continuously to obtain different poses and
facial expressions (max. approx. 4.5 shots/sec.).
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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.
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 better than at the telephoto end. It also adds breadth
to landscapes.
Shooting night scenes.
When shooting night scenes, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
3 Shooting Landscapes
Shooting Tips
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When you want to photograph 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).
Use a simple background.
A simple background makes the flower, etc., 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>. The lens minimum
focusing distance is measured from the <V> (focal plane) mark on
the top left of the camera to the subject. If you are too close to the
subject, the focus confirmation light <o> will blink.
With a zoom lens, use the telephoto end.
If you have a zoom lens, using the telephoto end will make the
subject look larger.
4 Shooting Close-ups
Shooting Tips
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To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a
moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode.
Use a telephoto lens.
Using a telephoto lens is recommended so you can shoot from afar.
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.
The default setting is <i> (Continuous shooting). When you want
to take the picture, press the shutter button completely. If you hold
down the shutter button, continuous shooting (max. approx. 4.5
shots per sec.) and autofocusing will take effect to capture the
movement of the subject.
5 Shooting Moving Subjects
Shooting Tips
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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To shoot people at night and obtain a natural-looking night scene in the
background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Flash is required.
Using a tripod is also recommended.
Use a wide-angle lens, Speedlite, 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.
Also shoot in another shooting modes.
Since camera shake is prone to occur with night shots, shooting also
with <A> and <F> is recommended.
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Shooting Night Portraits (With a Tripod)
Shooting Tips
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.
During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus dots of light such as
in a night scene. In such a case, you should set the AF method to [Quick
mode] and shoot. If it is still difficult to focus, set the lens’ focus mode
switch to [MF] and focus manually.
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Normally, a tripod is necessary to steady your camera when shooting a
night scene. However, with the <F> (Handheld Night Scene) mode,
you can shoot night scenes while handholding the camera. In this
mode, four shots are taken continuously for each picture, and a
resulting bright image with reduced camera shake is recorded.
Hold the camera firmly.
While shooting, hold the camera firmly and steadily. If any of the four
shots are greatly misaligned due to camera shake, etc., they may
not align properly in the final image.
When including a human subject:
With flash, you can shoot both the human subject and night scene
background while handholding the camera. To take a nice portrait,
the first shot will use flash. Tell the person not to move until all four
continuous shots are taken.
F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)
Shooting Tips
See the cautions on page 74.
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When shooting a scene having both bright and dark areas, use the
<G> (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take a picture, three
continuous shots are taken at different exposures, and the resulting
image with the least loss of shadow detail due to backlighting and
widest tonal range is recorded.
Hold the camera firmly.
While shooting, hold the camera firmly and steadily. If any of the
three shots are greatly misaligned due to camera shake, etc., they
may not align properly in the final image.
G Shooting Backlit Scenes
Shooting Tips
Even if a Speedlite is attached to the camera, it will not fire.
See the cautions on page 74.
HDR stands for High Dynamic Range.
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Cautions for <F> (Handheld Night Scene)
During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus dots of light such as
in a night scene. In such a case, you should set the AF method to [Quick
mode] and shoot. If it is still difficult to focus, set the lens’ focus mode
switch to [MF] and focus manually.
When shooting flash photography, if the subject is too close to the
camera, the picture may come out extremely bright (overexposure).
If you use flash when shooting dimly lit night scenes, or human subjects
in situations where the subject and background are both near enough to
be illuminated by the flash, the shots may not align correctly. This can
result in a blurry photo.
Regarding flash coverage:
• When using a Speedlite with automatic flash coverage setting, the zoom
position will be fixed to the wide end, regardless of the lens’ zoom position.
• When using a Speedlite with manual flash coverage switch, shoot with
the flash head retracted to the wide (normal) position.
Cautions for <G> (HDR Backlight Control)
Note that the image may not be rendered with a smooth gradation and
may look irregular or have significant noise.
HDR Backlight Control may not be effective for excessively backlit
scenes or extremely high-contrast scenes.
Cautions for both <F> (Handheld Night Scene) and <G> (HDR
Backlight Control)
Compared with other shooting modes, the shooting area will be smaller.
You cannot select RAW and RAW+JPEG. In other shooting modes, if
RAW is set, the image quality will be 73. Also, if RAW+JPEG is set, the
image will be recorded in the set JPEG quality.
If you shoot a moving subject, the subject’s movement will leave
afterimages.
The image alignment may not function properly with repetitive patterns
(lattice, stripes, etc.), flat or single-tone images, or greatly misaligned
shots caused by camera shake.
Recording the image to the card will take longer than with normal
shooting. During the processing of the images, “buSY” will be displayed
in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel and you cannot take another
picture until the processing is completed.
If the shooting mode is set to <F> or <G>, direct printing is not
possible. Select another shooting mode and do direct printing.
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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 below
indicates the functions that can be set
with the Quick Control screen in each
Basic Zone mode.
1 Set the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode.
2Press the <Q> button. (7)
X The Quick Control screen will appear.
3Set the function.
Press the <V> key to select a function. (This step is not
necessary in the A mode.)
X The selected function and Feature guide (p.54) will appear.
Functions can also be selected with the <6> or <5> dial.
Settable Functions in Basic Zone Modes
o: Default setting k: User selectable : Not selectable
* If you change the shooting mode or set the power switch to <2>, it will revert
to the default settings (except the self-timer).
Q Quick Control
Function A C
8
2 3 4 5 6 F G
Drive mode
(p.81)
u: Single shooting
o o k o o k o o o
i: Continuous shooting
k k o k k o k k k
B: Silent single shooting
k k k k k k k k k
M: Silent continuous shooting
k k k k k k k k k
Self-timer (p.82)
Q
k k k k k k k k k
k
k k k k k k k k k
Ambience-based shots
k k k k k k k
Light/scene-based shots
k k k k
Blurring/sharpening the background (p.64)
k
Example: Portrait mode
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3
Setting the AF and
Drive Modes
The viewfinder has 11 AF points.
By selecting the optimum AF point,
you can compose the picture as
desired while autofocusing.
You can also select the AF operation and drive mode
that best match the shooting conditions and subject.
The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes (d/
s/f/a/F).
In Basic Zone modes, the AF operation and AF point are
set automatically.
<AF> stands for autofocus. <MF> stands for manual focus.
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You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting
conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF operation
is set automatically for the respective shooting mode.
1
Set the lens focus mode switch to
<AF>.
2
Turn the Mode Dial to a Creative
Zone mode.
3
Press the <f> button. (9)
4
Select the AF operation.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> or <5> dial.
X : One-Shot AF
9 : AI Focus AF
Z : AI Servo AF
f: Selecting the AF OperationN
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You can select an AF point for focusing from among eleven AF points.
In Basic Zone modes, the AF point will be selected automatically and
you cannot select the AF point.
1
Press the <S> button. (9)
X The selected AF point will be
displayed in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel.
When all the AF points light up,
automatic AF point selection will be
set.
2
Select an AF point.
You can either use <9> or turn the
<6> or <5> dial to select an AF
point.
You can use <9> to select an AF
point.
If all the AF points light up, automatic
AF point selection will be set.
Press <0> to toggle between the
center AF point and automatic
selection.
Turn the <6> dial to select an AF
point on the left or right or turn the
<5> dial to select an AF point above
or below.
If all the AF points light up, automatic
AF point selection will be set.
S Selecting AF PointsN
Selecting with the Multi-controller
Selecting with the Dials
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1
Set the lens focus mode switch to
<MF>.
X <4 L> will be displayed on the
LCD panel.
2
Focus the subject.
Focus by turning the lens focusing
ring until the subject looks sharp in
the viewfinder.
MF: Manual Focusing
Focusing ring
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Single and continuous drive modes are provided.
1
Press the <R> button. (9)
2
Select the drive mode.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> or <5> dial.
u : Single shooting
When you press the shutter button completely, only one shot will
be taken.
i : Continuous shooting (Max. approx. 4.5 shots/sec.)
While you hold down the shutter button completely, shots will be
taken continuously.
B : Silent single shooting
Single shooting with less shooting sound than <u>.
M : Silent continuous shooting (Max. approx. 3.0 shots/sec.)
Continuous shooting with less shooting sound than <i>.
Q : 10-sec. self-timer/Remote control
k: 2-sec. self-timer/Remote control
For self-timer shooting, see page 82.
i Selecting the Drive Mode
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Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.
1
Press the <R> button. (9)
2
Select the self-timer.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> or <5> dial to select the
self-timer delay.
Q : 10-sec. self-timer
k : 2-sec. self-timer
3
Take the picture.
Look through the viewfinder, focus
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 panel.
X Two seconds before the picture is
taken, the self-timer lamp will light up
and the beeper will sound faster.
j Using the Self-timer
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4
Image Settings
This chapter explains image-related function settings:
Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white
balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, lens peripheral
illumination correction, chromatic aberration correction,
and other functions.
The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes (d/
s/f/a/F).
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You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG
image-recording quality settings:
73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c.
There are three RAW image quality settings: 1, 41, 61
.
1
Select [Image quality].
Under the [z1] tab, select [Image
quality], then press <0>.
2
Select the image-recording quality.
To select a RAW setting, turn the
<6> dial. To select a JPEG setting,
press the <U> key.
On the upper right, the “**M
(megapixels) **** x ****” numbers
indicate the recorded pixel count, and
[***] is the number of possible shots
(displayed up to 9999).
Press <0> to set it.
3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
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3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
Guide to Image-Recording Quality Settings (Approx.)
*1: b is suitable for playing the images on a digital photo frame.
*2: c is suitable for emailing the image or using it on a Web site.
b and c will be in 7 (Fine) quality.
The file size, possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting
are based on Canon’s testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO 100 and
Standard Picture Style) using an 8 GB card. These figures will vary
depending on the subject, card brand, aspect ratio, ISO speed, Picture
Style, Custom Functions, and other settings.
Figures in parentheses apply to an UHS-I class 8 GB card based on Canon’s
testing standards.
Image
Quality
Pixels
Recorded
Printing Size
File Size
(MB)
Possible
Shots
Maximum
Burst
JPEG
73
20M A2
6.0 1250 73 (1250)
83 3.1 2380 2380 (2380)
74
8.9M A3
3.2 2300 2300 (2300)
84 1.7 4240 4240 (4240)
7a
5.0M A4
2.1 3450 3450 (3450)
8a 1.1 6370 6370 (6370)
b
*1
2.5M 9x13 cm 1.2 6130 6130 (6130)
c
*2
0.3M - 0.3 23070 23070 (23070)
RAW
1 20M A2 23.5 300 14 (17)
41 11M A3 18.5 380 8 (10)
61 5.0M A4 13.0 550 12 (17)
RAW
+
JPEG
1
73
20M
20M
A2
A2
23.5+6.0 240 7(8)
41
73
11M
20M
A3
A2
18.5+6.0 290 8 (9)
61
73
5.0M
20M
A4
A2
13.0+6.0 380 10 (12)
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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.
1
Press the <i> button. (9)
2
Set the ISO speed.
While looking at the LCD panel or the
viewfinder, turn the <6> or <5>
dial.
ISO speed can be set within ISO 100
- 25600 in 1/3-stop increments.
“A” indicates ISO Auto. The ISO
speed will be set automatically. You
can also press the <B> button to
set it to “A (AUTO)”.
ISO Speed Guide
* High ISO speeds will result in grainier images.
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN
ISO Speed
Shooting Situation
(No flash)
Flash Range
L, ISO 100 - 400 Sunny outdoors
The higher the ISO speed,
the farther the flash range
will be.
ISO 400 - 1600
Overcast skies or
evening time
ISO 1600 - 25600, H1, H2 Dark indoors or night
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By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics
matching your photographic expression or the subject.
In Basic Zone modes, <D> (Auto) is set automatically.
1
Select [Picture Style].
Under the [z4] tab, select [Picture
Style], then press <0>.
X The Picture Style selection screen will
appear.
2
Select a Picture Style.
Press the <V> key to select a
Picture Style, then press <0>.
X The Picture Style will be set and the
menu will reappear.
A Selecting a Picture StyleN
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White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally,
the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natural-
looking colors cannot be obtained with <Q>, you can select the white
balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white
object.
In Basic Zone modes, <Q> is set automatically.
1
Select [White balance].
Under the [z3] tab, select [White
balance], then press <0>.
2
Select the white balance.
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
3 Setting the White BalanceN
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If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and
contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto
Lighting Optimizer. The default setting is [Standard]. With JPEG
images, the correction is applied when the image is captured.
In Basic Zone modes, [Standard] is set automatically.
1
Select [Auto Lighting Optimizer].
Under the [z3] tab, select [Auto
Lighting Optimizer], then press
<0>.
2
Select the setting.
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
3
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with the
brightness and contrast corrected if
necessary.
3
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast
N
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This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise
reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high
ISO speeds. At low ISO speeds, the noise in the darker parts of the
image (shadow areas) is further reduced.
1
Select [High ISO speed NR].
Under the [z4] tab, select [High ISO
speed NR], then press <0>.
2
Set the level.
Select the desired noise reduction
level, then press <0>.
X The setting screen closes and the
menu will reappear.
[M: Multi Shot Noise Reduction]
Noise reduction with higher image quality than when [High] is
applied. For a single photo, four shots are taken in a burst and
merged automatically into a single JPEG image.
3
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with noise
reduction applied.
3 Noise Reduction SettingsN
High ISO Speed Noise Reduction
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3 Noise Reduction SettingsN
Noise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer.
1
Select [Long exp. noise
reduction].
Under the [z4] tab, select [Long
exp. noise reduction], then press
<0>.
2
Set the desired setting.
Select the desired setting, then press
<0>.
X The setting screen closes and the
menu will reappear.
[Auto]
For 1 sec. or longer exposures, noise reduction is performed
automatically if noise typical of long exposures is detected. This
[Auto] setting is effective in most cases.
[Enable]
Noise reduction is performed for all exposures of 1 sec. or longer.
The [Enable] setting may be able to reduce noise that cannot be
detected with the [Auto] setting.
3
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with noise
reduction applied.
Long Exposure Noise Reduction
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You can minimize overexposed highlight areas.
1
Select [Highlight tone priority].
Under the [z4] tab, select
[Highlight tone priority], then press
<0>.
2
Select [Enable].
Select [Enable], then press <0>.
Highlight details are improved. The
dynamic range is expanded from the
standard 18% gray to bright
highlights. The gradation between the
grays and highlights becomes
smoother.
3
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with
highlight tone priority applied.
3 Highlight Tone PriorityN
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Peripheral light fall-off is a phenomenon that makes the image corners
look darker due to the lens characteristics. Color fringing along subject
outlines is called chromatic aberration. Both lens aberrations can be
corrected. The default settings are [Enable] for both corrections.
If [Cannot correct - no data] is displayed, see “About the Lens
Correction Data” on page 94.
1
Select [Lens aberration
correction].
Under the [z2] tab, select [Lens
aberration correction], then press
<0>.
2
Select the setting.
Check that [Correction data
available] is displayed for the
attached lens.
Select [Peripheral illumin.], then
press <0>.
Select [Enable], then press <0>.
3
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with the
peripheral illumination corrected.
3
Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction
Peripheral Illumination Correction
3 Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction
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1
Select the setting.
Check that [Correction data
available] is displayed for the
attached lens.
Select [Chromatic aberration], then
press <0>.
Select [Enable], then press <0>.
2
Take the picture.
The image will be recorded with the
chromatic aberration corrected.
The camera already contains lens peripheral illumination correction
data and chromatic aberration correction data for approx. 25 lenses. If
you select [Enable], the peripheral illumination correction and
chromatic aberration correction will be applied automatically for any
lens whose correction data is registered in the camera.
With EOS Utility (provided software), you can check which lenses have
their correction data registered in the camera. You can also register the
correction data for unregistered lenses. For details, refer to the EOS
Utility Instruction Manual (p.135).
Chromatic Aberration Correction
About the Lens Correction Data
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5
Advanced Operations
In Creative Zone modes, you
can set the shutter speed and/or
aperture to set the exposure as
desired. By changing the
camera settings, you can obtain
various results.
The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes (d/
s/f/a/F).
After you press the shutter button halfway and let go, the
exposure values will remain displayed in the viewfinder and
on the LCD panel for 4 sec. (0).
Set the <R> switch to the left.
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The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit
the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.
*<d> stands for Program.
* AE stands for Auto Exposure.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <d>.
2
Focus the subject.
Look through the viewfinder and aim
the selected AF point over the
subject. Then press the shutter button
halfway.
X The AF point which achieves focus
flashes in red, and the focus
confirmation light <o> in the
viewfinder’s bottom right lights up
(when in One-Shot AF mode).
X The shutter speed and aperture will
be set automatically and displayed in
the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
3
Check the display.
A standard exposure will be obtained
as long as the shutter speed and
aperture display do not blink.
4
Take the picture.
Compose the shot and press the
shutter button completely.
d:
Program AE
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In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically
sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure suiting the brightness
of the subject. This is called shutter-priority AE. A faster shutter speed
can freeze the action or a moving subject. A slower shutter speed can
create a blurred effect, giving the impression of motion.
* <s> stands for Time value.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <s>.
2
Set the desired shutter speed.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> dial.
3
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
X The aperture is set automatically.
4
Check the viewfinder display and
shoot.
As long as the aperture is not
blinking, a standard exposure will be
obtained.
s:
Shutter-Priority AE
Blurred motion
(Slow shutter speed: 1/30 sec.)
Frozen action
(Fast shutter speed: 1/2000 sec.)
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In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter
speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure suiting the subject
brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE. A higher f/number (smaller
aperture hole) will make more of the foreground and background fall within
acceptable focus. On the other hand, a lower f/number (larger aperture hole)
will make less of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus.
* <f> stands for Aperture value (aperture opening).
1
Set the Mode Dial to <f>.
2
Set the desired aperture.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> dial.
3
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
X
The shutter speed is set automatically.
4
Check the viewfinder display and
shoot.
As long as the shutter speed is not
blinking, a standard exposure will be
obtained.
f:
Aperture-Priority AE
Sharp foreground and background
(With a high aperture f/number: f/32)
Blurred background
(With a low aperture f/number: f/5.6)
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In
this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To
determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the
viewfinder or use a commercially-available exposure meter. This
method is called manual exposure.
* <a> stands for Manual.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <a>.
2
Set the ISO speed
(p.86)
.
3
Set the shutter speed and
aperture.
To set the shutter speed, turn the
<6> dial.
To set the aperture, turn the <
5
> dial.
If it cannot be set, set the <R>
switch to the left, then turn the <6>
or <5> dial.
4
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
X
The exposure setting will be displayed
in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
The exposure level mark <
h
> indicates
how far the current exposure level is
from the standard exposure level.
5
Set the exposure and take the
picture.
Check the exposure level indicator
and set the desired shutter speed and
aperture.
If the exposure level exceeds ±3
stops, the end of the exposure level
indicator will display <I> or <J>.
a:
Manual Exposure
Exposure level mark
Standard exposure index
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Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken
(decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera.
Exposure compensation can be set in the d/s/f shooting modes.
Although you can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-
stop increments, the exposure compensation indicator in the viewfinder
and on the LCD panel can only display the setting up to ±3 stops. If you
want to set the exposure compensation setting beyond ±3 stops, you
should use the Quick Control (p.45) or follow the instructions for [z3:
Expo.comp./AEB].
1
Check the exposure level
indicator.
Press the shutter button halfway
(0) and check the exposure level
indicator.
2
Set the exposure compensation
amount.
While looking at the viewfinder or
LCD panel, turn the <5> dial.
If it cannot be set, set the <R>
switch to the left, then turn the <5>
dial.
3
Take the picture.
To cancel the exposure
compensation, set the exposure
compensation amount back to <E>.
Setting Exposure Compensation N
Increased exposure for a brighter image
Decreased exposure for a darker image
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Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure
metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the same
exposure setting. Press the <A> button to lock the exposure, then
recompose and take the shot. This is called AE lock. It is effective for
backlit subjects.
1
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
X The exposure setting will be
displayed.
2
Press the <A> button. (0)
X The <A> icon lights up in the
viewfinder to indicate that the
exposure setting is locked (AE lock).
Each time you press the <A> button,
the current autoexposure setting is
locked.
3
Recompose and take the picture.
If you want to maintain the AE lock
while taking more shots, hold down
the <A> button and press the shutter
button to take another shot.
A
AE Lock
N
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6
Shooting with the LCD Monitor
(Live View Shooting)
You can shoot while viewing the
picture on the camera’s LCD
monitor. This is called “Live View
shooting”.
Live View shooting is enabled by
setting the Live View shooting/
Movie shooting switch to <A>.
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1
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
shooting switch to <A>.
2
Display the Live View image.
Press the <0> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
The Live View image will closely
reflect the brightness level of the
actual image you capture.
3
Focus the subject.
When you press the shutter button
halfway, the camera will focus with
the current AF method (p.106).
4
Take the picture.
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 <0> button to exit Live
View shooting.
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor
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A Shooting with the LCD Monitor
Set [A1: Live View shoot.] to
[Enable].
Number of Possible Shots with Live View Shooting
[Approx. number of shots]
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6 and CIPA
(Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.
With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, continuous Live View shooting is
possible for approx. 1 hr. 45 min. at room temperature (23°C / 73°F).
Enabling Live View Shooting
Temperature
Room Temperature
( 23°C / 73°F)
Low Temperature
(0°C / 32°F)
Possible shots 220 190
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The AF methods available are [FlexiZoneAF (Single)], [u Live
mode] (face detection, p.107), and [Quick mode] (p.109).
If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to
<MF>, magnify the image, and focus manually (p.111).
Select the AF method.
Under the [A1] tab, select [AF
method].
While the Live View image is
displayed, you can also press the
<f> button to select the AF method
on the setting screen.
The image sensor is used to focus. Although AF is possible with the
Live View image displayed, the AF operation will take longer than
with the Quick mode. Also, achieving focus may be more difficult than
with the Quick mode.
1
Display the Live View image.
Press the <0> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
X The AF point < > will appear.
2
Move the AF point.
You can use <9> to move the AF
point to where you want to focus. (It
cannot go to the edges of the picture.)
To return the AF point to the center,
press the <0> or <L> button.
Using AF to Focus (AF Method)
Selecting the AF Method
FlexiZone - Single: d
AF point
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Using AF to Focus (AF Method)
3
Focus the subject.
Aim the AF point over the subject and
press the shutter button halfway.
X When focus is achieved, the AF point
will turn green and the beeper will
sound.
X If focus is not achieved, the AF point
will turn orange.
4
Take the picture.
Check the focus and exposure, then
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture (p.104).
This is the same AF method as with FlexiZone - Single. It detects the
human face and focuses. Have the target person face the camera.
1
Display the Live View image.
Press the <0> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
When a face is detected, the <p>
frame will appear over the face to be
focused.
If multiple faces are detected, <q>
will be displayed. Use <9> to move
the <q> frame over the target face.
u (Face detection) Live mode: c
Using AF to Focus (AF Method)
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2
Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway and
the camera will focus the face
covered by the <p> frame.
X When focus is achieved, the AF point
will turn green and the beeper will
sound.
X If focus is not achieved, the AF point
will turn orange.
If a face cannot be detected, the AF
point < > will be displayed and AF
will be executed at the center.
3
Take the picture.
Check the focus and exposure, then
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture (p.104).
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Using AF to Focus (AF Method)
The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in One-Shot AF mode, using
the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting.
Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image
will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation.
You can use eleven AF points to focus (automatically selected). You
can also select one AF point to focus and focus only the area covered
by that AF point (manually selected). In Basic Zone modes, the AF point
will be selected automatically. You cannot select the AF point.
1
Display the Live View image.
Press the <0> button.
X The Live View image will appear on
the LCD monitor.
The small boxes are the AF points.
2
Select the AF point.N
Press the <S> button.
You can either use <9> or turn the
<6> or <5> dial to select an AF
point.
Press <0> to toggle between the
center AF point and automatic
selection.
Quick Mode: f
AF point
Using AF to Focus (AF Method)
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3
Focus the subject.
Aim the AF point over the subject and
press the shutter button halfway.
X The Live View image will turn off, the
reflex mirror will go back down, and
AF will be executed. (No picture is
taken.)
X When focus is achieved, the beeper
will sound and the Live View image
will reappear.
X The AF point used to focus will light
up in green.
X If focus is not achieved, the AF point
will blink in orange.
4
Take the picture.
Check the focus and exposure, then
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture (p.104).
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You can magnify the image and focus precisely with manual focus.
1
Set the lens focus mode switch to
<MF>.
Turn the lens focusing ring to focus
roughly.
2
Display the magnifying frame.
Press the <u> button.
3
Move the magnifying frame.
Press <9 > to move the magnifying
frame to the position where you want
to focus.
To return the magnifying frame to the
center, press <0> or the <L>
button.
4
Magnify the image.
Each time you press the <u> button,
the magnification within the frame will
change as follows:
Focusing Manually
Magnifying frame
AE lock
Magnified area position
Magnification
5x 10x Normal
view
1x
Focusing Manually
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5
Focus manually.
While looking at the magnified image,
turn the lens focusing ring to focus.
After achieving focus, press the <u>
button to return to the normal view.
6
Take the picture.
Check the focus and exposure, then
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture (p.104).
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Shooting Movies
Movie shooting is enabled by
setting the Live View shooting/
Movie shooting switch to <k>.
The movie recording format will
be MOV.
For cards which can record movies, see page 3.
Under the [53] tab, if you set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], you cannot shoot
movies. Before shooting movies, set [Wi-Fi] to [Disable].
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When the shooting mode is set to other than <a>, autoexposure
control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness.
1
Set the shooting mode.
Set the Mode Dial to any shooting
mode except <a>.
2
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
shooting switch to <k>.
X The reflex mirror will make a sound,
then the image will appear on the
LCD monitor.
3
Focus the subject.
Before shooting a movie, focus with
AF or manual focus (p.106-112).
When you press the shutter button
halfway, the camera will focus with
the current AF method.
4
Shoot the movie.
Press the <0> button to start
shooting a movie.
X While the movie is being shot, the
“o” mark will be displayed on the
upper right of the screen.
To stop shooting the movie, press the
<0> button again.
k Shooting Movies
Autoexposure Shooting
Recording movie
Microphone
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k Shooting Movies
You can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for
movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for
advanced users.
1
Set the Mode Dial to <a>.
2
Set the Live View shooting/Movie
shooting switch to <k>.
3
Set the ISO speed.
Press the <i> button.
X The ISO speed setting screen will
appear on the LCD monitor.
Turn the <6> dial to set the ISO
speed.
4
Set the shutter speed and aperture.
Press the shutter button halfway and
check the exposure level indicator.
To set the shutter speed, turn the
<
6
> dial. The settable shutter speeds
depend on the frame rate <
9
>.
• 6 5 4 : 1/4000 sec. - 1/30 sec.
• 8 7 : 1/4000 sec. - 1/60 sec.
To set the aperture, turn the <
5
> dial.
If it cannot be set, set the <R>
switch to the left, then turn the <6>
or <5> dial.
5
Focus and shoot the movie.
The procedure is the same as steps 3
and 4 for “Autoexposure Shooting”
(p.114).
Manual Exposure Shooting
Shutter speed
Aperture
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With [Z2: Movie rec. size], you can
set the movie’s image size, frame rate
per second, and compression method.
The frame rate switches automatically
depending on the [53: Video system]
setting.
Image size
A [1920x1080] : Full High-Definition (Full HD) recording quality.
The aspect ratio will be 16:9.
B [1280x720] : High-Definition (HD) recording quality. The
aspect ratio will be 16:9.
C [640x480] : Standard-definition recording quality. The
aspect ratio will be 4:3.
Frame rate (fps: frames per second)
6/8 : For areas where the TV format is NTSC (North America,
Japan, Korea, Mexico, etc.).
5/7 : For areas where the TV format is PAL (Europe, Russia,
China, Australia, etc.).
4 : Mainly for motion pictures.
Compression method
X IPB : Compresses multiple frames at a time
efficiently for recording. Since the file size will
be smaller than with ALL-I, you can shoot
longer.
W ALL-I (I-only) : Compresses one frame at a time for recording.
Although the file size will be bigger than with
IPB, the movie will be more suited for editing.
3 Setting the Movie-Recording Size
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3 Setting the Movie-Recording Size
About Movie Files Exceeding 4 GB
Even if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting
without interruption.
During movie shooting, approx. 30 sec. before the movie reaches
the 4 GB file size, the elapsed shooting time or time code displayed
in the movie-shooting image will start blinking. If you keep shooting
until the movie file size exceeds 4 GB, a new movie file will be
created automatically and the elapsed shooting time or time code
will stop blinking.
When you play back the movie, you will have to play each movie file
individually. Movie files cannot play back consecutively automatically.
After the movie playback ends, select the next movie to be played.
Movie Shooting Time Limit
The maximum recording time of one movie clip is 29 min. 59 sec. If
the movie shooting time reaches 29 min. 59 sec., the movie shooting
will stop automatically. You can start shooting a movie again by
pressing the <0> button. (A new movie file starts being recorded.)
Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute
Movie-
Recording Size
Total Recording Time (approx.)
File Size
(approx.)
4 GB Card 8 GB Card 16 GB Card
A
65
4
X 16 min. 32 min. 1 hr. 4 min. 235 MB/min.
65
4
W 5 min. 11 min. 22 min. 685 MB/min.
B
87 X 18 min. 37 min. 1 hr. 14 min. 205 MB/min.
87 W 6 min. 12 min. 25 min. 610 MB/min.
C65 X 48 min. 1 hr. 37 min. 3 hr. 14 min. 78 MB/min.
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8
Image Playback
This chapter explains basic procedures to play back
images and movies.
About images shot and saved with another device
The camera may not be able to properly display images captured
with a different camera, edited with a computer, or had their file
names changed.
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1
Play back the image.
Press the <x> button.
X The last captured image or last image
viewed will appear.
2
Select an image.
To play back images starting with the
last image, turn the <5> dial
counterclockwise. To play back
images starting with the first captured
image, turn the dial clockwise.
Each time you press the <B>
button, the display format will change.
3
Exit the image playback.
Press the <x> button to exit the
image playback and return to
shooting-ready state.
x Image Playback
Single-Image Display
No information
Histogram
With basic information
Shooting information display
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Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine
images on one screen.
1
Press the <u> button.
Press the <u> button during image
playback.
X [6u] will be displayed on the lower
right of the screen.
2
Switch to the index display.
Turn the <
6
> dial counterclockwise.
X
The 4-image index display will appear. The
selected image is highlighted in a orange frame.
If you turn the <
6
> dial further to the left,
the 9-image index display will appear. If you
turn the <
6
> dial to the right, the index
display will change as follows: 9-image, 4-
image, and single-image display.
3
Select an image or movie.
Turn the <
5
> dial to move the orange
frame and select the image. You can also
select it with the <
V
> or <
U
> key.
Press the <u> button to turn off the
[6u] icon, then turn the <6> dial
to go to the next or preceding screen.
Press <
0
> in the index display, and the selected
image will be displayed as a single image.
x Searching for Images Quickly
H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index Display)
Î
Î
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You can magnify a captured image by approx. 1.5x to 10x on the LCD
monitor.
1
Magnify the image.
The image can be magnified during
image playback (single-image
display), during image review after
image capture, and from shooting-
ready state.
Press the <u> button.
X The magnified view will appear. The
magnified area and [6u] will be
displayed on the lower right of the
screen.
The image magnification increases
as you turn the <6> dial clockwise.
You can magnify the image up to
approx. 10x.
The image magnification decreases
as you turn the <6> dial
counterclockwise. Turning the dial
further will display the index display
(p.121).
2
Scroll around the image.
Use <9> to scroll around the
magnified image.
To exit the magnified display, press
the <u> button or <x> button and
the single-image display will
reappear.
u Magnified View
Magnified area position
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1
Play back the image.
Press the <x> button to display
images.
2
Select a movie.
Turn the <5> dial to select the
movie to be played.
On the single-image display, the
<s1> icon displayed on the
upper left indicates a movie. If the
movie is a video snapshot, < >
will be displayed.
You can press the <B> button to
switch to the shooting information
display.
In the index display, perforations at
the left edge of a thumbnail indicate a
movie. As movies cannot be played
on the index display, press <0>
to switch to the single-image
display.
3
In the single-image display, press
<0>.
X The movie playback panel will appear
at the bottom of the screen.
4
Play back the movie.
Select [7] (Play), then press <0>.
X The movie will start playing.
You can pause the movie playback by
pressing <0>.
You can adjust the sound volume by
turning the <6> dial even during
movie playback.
For more details on the playback
procedure, see the next page.
k Playing Movies
Speaker
k Playing Movies
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Movie Playback Panel
* When background music is set, the movie’s sound will not be played.
Operation Playback Description
7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop.
8 Slow motion
Adjust the slow motion speed by pressing the <U> key.
The slow-motion speed is indicated at the upper right of the
screen.
5 First frame Displays the movie’s first frame.
3 Previous
frame
Each time you press <0>, the previous frame is displayed.
If you hold down <0>, it will rewind the movie.
6 Next frame
Each time you press <0>, the movie will play frame-by-
frame. If you hold down <0>, it will fast forward the movie.
4 Last frame Displays the movie’s last frame.
Background
music*
Play back a movie with the selected background music.
X Edit Displays the editing screen.
Playback position
mm’ ss”
Playback time (minutes:seconds with [Movie play count:
Rec time] set)
hh:mm:ss:ff
Time code (hours:minutes:seconds:frames with [Movie play
count: Time code] set)
9 Volume
You can adjust the built-in speaker’s (p.123) volume by
turning the <6> dial.
32
Pressing the <M> button returns to the single-image
display.
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You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in
one batch. Protected images will not be erased.
Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure
you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent
important images from being erased accidentally, protect
them. Erasing a RAW+JPEG image will erase both the RAW
and JPEG images.
1
Play back the image to be erased.
2
Press the <L> button.
X The Erase menu will appear at the
bottom of the screen.
3
Erase the image.
Select [Erase], then press <0>. The
image displayed will be erased.
L Erasing Images
Erasing a Single Image
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9
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
Downloading Images to Your Computer
This chapter explains how to view the Camera
Instruction Manual CD-ROM on your computer,
download images from the camera to your computer,
gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL
Solution Disk (CD-ROM), and explains how to install the
software on your computer. It also explains how to view
the Software Instruction Manuals.
EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk
(Software/Software Instruction Manuals)
Camera
Instruction Manual
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The Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM contains the
following instruction manuals (PDF files):
Camera Instruction Manual
Explains all the camera functions and procedures, including basic
content.
Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual
Explains all the Wi-Fi functions and procedures, including basic
content.
EF24-70mm f/4L IS USM Instructions Manual
If you bought the EF24-70mm f/4L IS USM lens kit, read this manual
before use.
To view the instruction manuals (PDF files), Adobe Reader 6.0 or higher
must be installed in your computer. Adobe Reader can be downloaded
free from the Internet. After installing Adobe Reader, follow the
procedure below.
1
Insert the “CAMERA INSTRUCTION
MANUAL” CD-ROM into your computer.
2
Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
For Windows, the icon is displayed in [(My)
Computer].
For Macintosh, the icon is displayed on the
desktop.
The icon displayed will differ depending on your
computer’s operating system.
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM
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Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
3
Double-click the START file.
X The screen shown in step 4 will appear.
The icon displayed will differ depending on your
computer’s operating system.
4
Click on the manual you want to view.
Click on the name of the manual under your
respective language.
X The instruction manual in your language will be
displayed.
You can save the PDF file to your computer.
To learn how to use Adobe Reader, see Adobe Reader’s Help section.
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You can use the provided software to download the images in the
camera to your computer. There are two ways to do this.
1
Install the software (p.134).
2
Use the provided interface cable
to connect the camera to your
computer.
Use the interface cable provided with
the camera.
Connect the cable to the camera’s
<C> terminal with the cable
plug’s <D> icon facing the front of
the camera.
Connect the cord’s plug to the
computer’s USB terminal.
3
Use EOS Utility to download the
images/movies.
For details, refer to the EOS Utility
Instruction Manual (p.135).
Downloading Images to a Computer
Download by Connecting the Camera to the Computer
Under the [53] tab, if [Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], the camera cannot connect
to a computer. Set [Wi-Fi] to [Disable], then connect the interface cable.
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Downloading Images to a Computer
If you have a commercially-available card reader, you can use it to
download images to your computer.
1
Install the software (p.134).
2
Insert the card into the card
reader.
3
Use Canon software to download
the images/movies.
X Use Digital Photo Professional.
X Use ImageBrowser EX.
For details, refer to the Software
Instruction Manual (p.135).
Downloading Images with a Card Reader
When downloading images from the camera to your computer, with a card
reader without using Canon software, copy the DCIM folder on the card to
your computer.
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EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk
Various software for EOS DIGITAL cameras are contained
on the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk.
With the camera connected to a computer, EOS Utility enables you to
transfer still photos and movies shot with the camera to the computer.
You can also use this software to set various camera settings and shoot
remotely with the computer connected to the camera. Also, you can copy
background music tracks, such as EOS Sample Music*, to the card.
* Five original background music tracks are provided by Canon. Use EOS Utility
to copy the background music tracks to the card, and you can play the
background music during playback of video snapshot albums, movies, and slide
shows with the camera.
This software is recommended for users who mainly shoot RAW images.
You can view, edit, process, and print RAW images at high speed. You
can also edit JPEG images while retaining the original images.
You can edit Picture Styles, and create and save original Picture Style
files. This software is aimed at advanced users who are experienced in
processing images.
About the Software
EOS Utility
Digital Photo Professional
Picture Style Editor
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About the Software
An Internet connection is necessary to install the software below.
Insert the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk into your Internet-connected
computer.
Connect to the Internet to download and install the software*.
This software is recommended for users who mainly shoot JPEG
images. You can easily view still photos and play back MOV movies and
video snapshot albums, and also edit and print JPEG images.
* EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk is necessary for downloading and installing
ImageBrowser EX.
Connect to the Internet to download and install the software.
Shooting locations can be displayed on a map on a computer screen by
using the geotag information recorded using the GPS function.
ImageBrowser EX
Map Utility
The ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser programs that came with previous
cameras does not support the EOS 6D’s still photos and MOV movie files.
Use ImageBrowser EX.
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Insert the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk into your computer.
For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed
on the desktop, then double-click on [setup].
2 Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen
instructions to install.
If the install screen for “Microsoft Silverlight” is displayed during
installation, install “Microsoft Silverlight”.
3 Click [Restart] and remove the CD-ROM after the
computer restarts.
When the computer has restarted, the installation is complete.
Installing the Software
Do not connect the camera to your computer before you install the
software. The software will not be installed correctly.
Follow the procedure below to install ImageBrowser EX, Map Utility, and
other software on the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk. Software installation
requires an Internet connection. You cannot download and install the
software without an Internet connection.
Even if a previous version of ImageBrowser EX and Map Utility are
installed in your computer, follow the procedure below to install/update
ImageBrowser EX and Map Utility. They are optimized for this camera.
You can also use the auto update feature to add the latest functions.
If there is a previous version of the software already installed on your
computer, follow the procedure below to install the latest version. (The
previous version will be overwritten.)
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Software Instruction Manuals are contained on the EOS
DIGITAL Solution Disk. You can copy and view the
software instruction manual (PDF files) as follows:
1 Insert the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk into your
computer.
2 Close the install screen.
When the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk install screen appears,
close the install screen.
3 Open the CD-ROM.
4 Open the [Manual] folder.
5 Copy the [English] folder to your computer.
Instruction Manual PDFs with the names below are copied.
Instruction manual for ImageBrowser EX (ImageBrowser EX
User Guide) is included in the software.
6 Double-click the copied PDF file.
Adobe Reader (most recent version recommended) must be
installed on your computer.
Adobe Reader can be downloaded free from the Internet.
Software Instruction Manual
Windows Macintosh
EOS Utility EUx.xW_E_xx EUx.xM_E_xx
Digital Photo Professional DPPx.xW_E_xx DPPx.xM_E_xx
Picture Style Editor PSEx.xW_E_xx PSEx.xM_E_xx
Map Utility MUx.x_E_xx
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Trademarks
Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
HDMI, HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
About MPEG-4 Licensing
“This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be
used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video
that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a
video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video.
No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.”
* Notice displayed in English as required.
Certification Logo
Under the [54] tab, if you select [Certification Logo Display] and press
<0>, some of the logos of the camera’s certifications will appear. Other
certification logos can be found in this Instruction Manual, on the camera
body, and on the camera’s package.
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Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with
genuine Canon accessories.
Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such
as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories
(e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this
warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine
Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable
basis.
Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N 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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The following precautions are provided to prevent harm or injury to
yourself and others. Make sure to thoroughly understand and follow
these precautions before using the product.
If you experience any malfunctions, problems, or damage to the
product, contact the nearest Canon Service Center or the dealer
from whom you purchased the product.
Safety Precautions
Warnings:
Follow the warnings below. Otherwise, death or
serious injuries may result.
To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, explosions, and electrical shock,
follow the safeguards below:
• Do not use any batteries, power sources, or accessories not specified in the
Instruction Manual. Do not use any home-made or modified batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, or modify the battery. Do not apply heat or
solder to the battery. Do not expose the battery to fire or water. Do not subject the
battery to strong physical shock.
• Do not insert the battery’s plus and minus ends incorrectly.
• Do not recharge the battery in temperatures outside the allowable ambient
temperature range. Also, do not exceed the recharging time indicated in the
Instruction Manual.
• Do not insert any foreign metallic objects into the electrical contacts of the camera,
accessories, connecting cables, etc.
When disposing of a battery, insulate the electrical contacts with tape to prevent
contact with other metallic objects or batteries. This is to prevent a fire or an explosion.
If excessive heat, smoke, or fumes are emitted when recharging the battery,
immediately unplug the battery charger from the power outlet to stop recharging.
Otherwise, it may cause a fire, heat damage, or electrical shock.
If the battery leaks, changes color, deforms, or emits smoke or fumes, remove it
immediately. Be careful not to get burned in the process. It may cause a fire,
electrical shock or skin burn if you keep using it.
Prevent any battery leakage from contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can
cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or
clothing, flush the affected area with lots of clean water without rubbing it. See a
physician immediately.
Do not leave any cords near a heat source. It can deform the cord or melt the
insulation and cause a fire or electrical shock.
Do not hold the camera in the same position for long periods of time. Even if the
camera does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause
skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. Using a tripod is
recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when
using the camera in very hot places.
Do not fire the flash at anyone driving a car or other vehicle. It may cause an accident.
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Safety Precautions
When the camera or accessories are not in use, make sure to remove the battery
and disconnect the power plug from the equipment before storing. This is to prevent
electrical shock, excessive heat, fire, or corrosion.
Do not use the equipment where there is flammable gas. This is to prevent an
explosion or a fire.
If you drop the equipment and the casing breaks open to expose the internal parts,
do not touch the internal parts. There is a possibility of an electrical shock.
Do not disassemble or modify the equipment. High-voltage internal parts can cause
electrical shock.
Do not look at the sun or an extremely bright light source through the camera or
lens. Doing so may damage your vision.
Keep equipment out of the reach of children and infants, including when in use. Straps
or cords may accidentally cause choking, electrical shock, or injury. Choking or injury
may also occur if a child or infant accidentally swallows a camera part or accessory. If
a child or infant swallows a part or accessory, consult a physician immediately.
Do not use or store the equipment in dusty or humid places. Likewise, store the
battery with its protective cover attached to prevent short-circuit. This is to prevent a
fire, excessive heat, electrical shock, or burn.
Before using the camera inside an airplane or hospital, check if it is allowed.
Electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the plane’s
instruments or the hospital’s medical equipment.
To prevent a fire and electrical shock, follow the safeguards below:
• Always insert the power plug all the way in.
• Do not handle a power plug with wet hands.
• When unplugging a power plug, grasp and pull the plug instead of the cord.
• Do not scratch, cut, or excessively bend the cord or put a heavy object on the
cord. Also do not twist or tie the cords.
• Do not connect too many power plugs to the same power outlet.
• Do not use a cord whose wire is broken or insulation is damaged.
Unplug the power plug periodically and clean off the dust around the power outlet
with a dry cloth. If the surrounding is dusty, humid, or oily, the dust on the power
outlet may become moist and short-circuit the outlet, causing a fire.
Do not connect the battery directly to an electrical outlet or a car’s cigarette lighter
outlet. The battery may leak, generate excessive heat or explode, causing a fire,
burns or injuries.
A thorough explanation of how to use the product by an adult is required when the
product is used by children. Supervise children while they are using the product.
Incorrect usage may result in electrical shock or injury.
Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera in the sun without the lens cap
attached. Otherwise, the lens may concentrate the sun’s rays and cause a fire.
Do not cover or wrap the product with a cloth. Doing so may trap heat within and
cause the casing to deform or catch fire.
Be careful not to get the camera wet. If you drop the product in the water or if water
or metal get inside the product, promptly remove the battery. This is to prevent a fire
and an electrical shock.
Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the product.
Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard.
Safety Precautions
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Cautions:
Follow the cautions below. Otherwise, physical injury
or property damage may result.
Do not use or store the product inside a car under the hot sun or near a heat source.
The product may become hot and cause skin burns. Doing so may also cause
battery leakage or explosion, which will degrade the performance or shorten the life
of the product.
Do not carry the camera around when it is attached to a tripod. Doing so may cause
injury. Also make sure the tripod is sturdy enough to support the camera and lens.
Do not leave the product in a low-temperature environment for an extended period of
time. The product will become cold and may cause injury when touched.
Do not fire the flash near the eyes. It may hurt the eyes.
Never play the provided CD-ROM in a drive that is not compatible with the CD-ROM.
If you use it in a music CD player, you may damage the speakers and other
components. When using headphones, there is also a risk of injury to your ears from
excessively loud volume.
CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
USA and Canada only:
The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is
recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on
how to recycle this battery.
For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.
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Digital Camera Model DS126401 / DS126402 / DS126403 Systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
—
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used
with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part
15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, U.S.A.
Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666)
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The descriptions in this Instruction Manual are current as of March 2016. For
information on the compatibility with any products introduced after this date,
contact any Canon Service Center. For the latest version Instruction Manual, refer
to the Canon Web site.
