Canon EOS-1D X Mark II User Manual

EOS-1D X Mark II (G)ENGLISHINSTRUCTIONMANUAL This manual is for the EOS-1D X Mark II installed with firmware version 1.1.0 or later. Instruction man

101Introduction 2Item Check List... 3Instruction Manuals ...

100The camera’s AF sensor has 61 AF points. The illustration below shows the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. When using lenses with

101AF SensorThese focusing sensors are geared to obtain higher precision focusing for lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or faster. A diagonal cr

102Autofocusing with 61 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Dual cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior an

103Lenses and Usable AF PointsAutofocusing with 61 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable.:Dual cross-type AF point. Subje

Lenses and Usable AF Points104Autofocusing with 61 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Cross-type AF point. Subject t

105Lenses and Usable AF PointsAutofocusing with only the 47 points shown in the diagram is possible. (Not possible with all 61 AF points.) All the AF

Lenses and Usable AF Points106Autofocusing with only the 13 points shown in the diagram is possible. Only the following AF area selection modes are se

107Lenses and Usable AF PointsAutofocusing with only the 9 points shown in the diagram is possible. Only the following AF area selection modes are sel

Lenses and Usable AF Points108AF is possible with the center AF point and the adjacent AF points above, below, on the left, and on the right. Only the

109Lenses and Usable AF PointsEF14mm f/2.8L USM BEF14mm f/2.8L II USM BEF15mm f/2.8 Fisheye BEF20mm f/2.8 USM BEF24mm f/1.4L USM AEF24mm f/1.4L II USM

11Contents23Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings...77l Displaying the Grid in the Viewfinder ...

Lenses and Usable AF Points110EF300mm f/4L USM+ Extender EF2x III I (f/8)EF300mm f/4L IS USM CEF300mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender EF1.4x I/II/III FEF300mm

111Lenses and Usable AF PointsEF1200mm f/5.6L USM+ Extender EF1.4x I/II/III J (f/8)*EF8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM CEF11-24mm f/4L USM EEF16-35mm f/2.8L US

Lenses and Usable AF Points112EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM CEF70-200mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender EF1.4x I/II/III FEF70-200mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender EF2x I/II J (

113You can easily fine-tune AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or shooting scene just by selecting an option from case 1 to case 6. This feature

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics114Standard setting suited for any moving subject. Works with various subjects and scenes.Select [Case 2] to [C

1153 Selecting AI Servo AF CharacteristicsOnce an AF point starts tracking the subject, this setting enables the camera to consecutively focus on subj

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics116Even if the target subject moves dramatically up, down, left, or right, the AF point will switch automatical

1173 Selecting AI Servo AF CharacteristicsGeared for tracking moving subjects whose speed can change dramatically and suddenly. Also, if the target su

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics118 Tracking sensitivitySets the subject-tracking sensitivity during AI Servo AF when an obstacle cuts across

1193 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics Acceleration/deceleration trackingThis sets the tracking sensitivity for moving subjects whose speed can m

Contents1245O Custom White Balance ...180P Setting the Color Temperature...

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics120 AF point auto switchingThis sets the switching sensitivity of the AF points as they track the subject movi

1213 Selecting AI Servo AF CharacteristicsYou can manually adjust each case’s three parameters: 1. Tracking sensitivity, 2. Acceleration/deceleration

122With the [22] to [25] menu tabs, you can set the AF functions to suit your shooting style or subject.You can set the AF operation characteristics a

1233 Customizing AF FunctionsWith AI Servo AF for continuous shooting, you can preset the AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing for

3 Customizing AF Functions124With the following USM and STM lenses equipped with electronic manual focusing function, you can set whether to use elect

1253 Customizing AF FunctionsEnables or disables the EOS dedicated external Speedlite’s AF-assist beam.ON: EnableThe external Speedlite emits the AF-a

3 Customizing AF Functions126You can set the AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing for One-Shot AF.: Focus priorityThe picture will

1273 Customizing AF FunctionsEOS iTR* AF performs autofocus by recognizing faces and subject colors. EOS iTR AF works when the AF area selection mode

3 Customizing AF Functions128 If [EOS iTR AF (Face priority)] or [EOS iTR AF] is set, the camera may take longer to focus than when [Disable] is set.

1293 Customizing AF FunctionsIf focus cannot be achieved with autofocus, you can have the camera keep searching for the precise focus or have it stop

13Contents678q Selecting the Metering Mode ...238O Setting the Desired Exposure Compensation...

3 Customizing AF Functions130You can change the number of manually selectable AF points. With Zone AF, Large Zone AF, or Automatic selection AF set, A

1313 Customizing AF FunctionsYou can limit the selectable AF area selection modes to suit your shooting preferences. Select the desired selection mode

3 Customizing AF Functions132You can set the method for changing the AF area selection mode. 9 M-Fn buttonAfter you press the <S> button, pressi

1333 Customizing AF Functions: Separate AF pts: Area+ptThe AF area selection mode and AF point (or zone) can be set separately for each camera orienta

3 Customizing AF Functions134You can set the AI Servo AF’s starting AF point for when the AF area selection mode is set to Auto selection AF.: Initial

1353 Customizing AF FunctionsYou can set either to stop the selection at the outer edge, or it can cycle around to the opposite side in AF point selec

3 Customizing AF Functions136: Normal: BrighterThe AF points in the viewfinder will be displayed brighter.k: Displayed, l: Not displayedAF point displ

1373 Customizing AF FunctionsThe AF status icon indicating AF operation can be displayed in the viewfinder’s field of view or outside the field of vie

138Fine adjustment of the AF’s point of focus is possible for viewfinder shooting. This is called “AF Microadjustment”. Before making the adjustment,

1393 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus4Make the adjustment. Set the adjustment amount. The adjustable range is ±20 steps. Setting it toward “-:

Contents149Setting the Sound Recording ... 322Silent Control...

3 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus140You can make the adjustment for each lens and register the adjustment in the camera. You can register the a

1413 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of FocusEntering the Serial Number Select the digit to be entered, then press <0> so <r> is displayed.

3 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus1424Make the adjustment. For a zoom lens, select the wide-angle (W) or telephoto (T) end. Pressing <0>

1433 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of FocusWhen [ Clear all] appears at the bottom of the screen, pressing the <L> button will clear all the ad

144Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (viewfinder’s focus indicator <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjects Difficult

145When Autofocus Fails1Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <MF>.2Focus on the subject. Focus by turning the lens’s focusing ring until the sub

146Single and continuous drive modes are provided. You can select the drive mode suiting the scene or subject.1Press the <o> button (9).2Select

147i Selecting the Drive Mode6(B): Single: Silent shootingYou can shoot one image at a time while suppressing the mechanical sound during viewfinder s

i Selecting the Drive Mode148Under [84: Continuous shooting speed], with [High speed] set to [14 (16) fps] (p.433), the maximum speed for <o> hi

149i Selecting the Drive Mode The continuous shooting speed for <o> high-speed continuous shooting may become slower depending on the power sou

15Contents10131211Post-Processing Images 393R Processing RAW Images with the Camera ...394S Resizing JPEG Images ...

150Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.1Press the <o> button (9).2Select the self-timer. While looking at the top LCD panel o

1513Image SettingsThis chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighti

152If either a CF card or CFast card is inserted in the camera, you can start recording captured images. When only one card is inserted, you do not ha

1533 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback StandardImages will be recorded to the card selected with [Record/play]. Auto switch cardSame as

3 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback154If [Record func.] is set to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the card for recording and play

155You can set the image size (number of recorded pixels for JPEG/RAW) and JPEG quality (compression rate).JPEG is indicated by 3, K, 5, and 6, and RA

Setting the Image-Recording Quality156 Using the Menu Screen to Set the Image Size 1Select [Img type/size]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Img type/siz

157Setting the Image-Recording QualityImage-recording Quality Setting Examples3 only61+51+31 only If [-] is set for both the RAW and JPEG image sizes

Setting the Image-Recording Quality158 The number of possible shots is based on Canon’s testing standards and an 8 GB card. The maximum burst is wit

159Setting the Image-Recording Quality Even if you use a UDMA CF card or CFast card, the maximum burst indicator remains the same. However, the maxim

Contents161514Reference 479B Button Functions... 480Checking the Battery Information ..

Setting the Image-Recording Quality160A RAW image is raw data output by the image sensor converted to digital data. It is recorded to the card as is,

161Setting the Image-Recording QualityWith Custom Controls, you can assign the image size to the <B> button, Multi function button 2, or depth-o

Setting the Image-Recording Quality162For JPEG images, the recording quality (compression rate) can be set separately for each image size: 3, K, 5, an

163Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level.Regarding the ISO speed during movie shooting, see pages 29

i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still Photos164 As H1 (equivalent to ISO 102400), H2 (equivalent to ISO 204800), and H3 (equivalent to ISO 409600) are e

165i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still PhotosIf the ISO speed is set to “A” (Auto), the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the

i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still Photos166You can set the manually-settable ISO speed range (minimum and maximum limits). You can set the minimum li

167i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still PhotosYou can set the automatic ISO speed range for ISO Auto within ISO 100 - ISO 51200. You can set the minimum

i: Setting the ISO Speed for Still Photos168You can set the minimum shutter speed so that the shutter speed set automatically will not be too slow whe

169By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject.1Select [Picture Style]. U

17PowerCharging the battery  p.42Battery level  p.54Battery information check  p.484Household power outlet  p.485Auto power off  p.76CardFo

3 Selecting a Picture Style170R LandscapeFor vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images. Effective for impressive landscapes.u Fine Detai

1713 Selecting a Picture StyleThe Picture Style selection screen has icons for [Strength], [Fineness], or [Threshold] of [Sharpness], [Contrast], and

172You can customize the Picture Styles. You can change or adjust the parameter settings of Picture Styles such as [Strength], [Fineness], or [Thresho

1733 Customizing a Picture Style4Set the parameter. Adjust the parameter as desired, then press <0>. Press the <M> button to save the ad

3 Customizing a Picture Style174Besides the effects described on the preceding page such as [Contrast], or [Strength], [Fineness] and [Threshold] of [

175You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User

3 Registering a Picture Style1765Select a parameter. Select the parameter (such as [Sharpness] - [Strength]) to be set, then press <0>.6Set the

177White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the Auto [Q] (Ambience priority) or [Qw] (White priority) setting will obtai

B: Setting the White Balance178To the human eye, a white object looks white regardless of the type of lighting. With a digital camera, the white for c

179B: Setting the White BalanceWith [Q] (Ambience priority), you can increase the intensity of the image’s warm color cast when shooting a tungsten-li

18Index to FeaturesFile name  p.203File numbering  p.206Image QualityImage size  p.155JPEG quality (Compression rate)  p.162ISO speed (still

180Custom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source. Make sure to perform this procedure under the light

181O Custom White Balance 4Photograph a solid-white object. Look through the viewfinder and aim the entire dotted line box (shown in the illustration

O Custom White Balance182 Select image on card1Shoot a solid-white object. Follow step 4 on the preceding page and photograph a solid-white object.2

183O Custom White Balance1Select the Custom WB number. On the [Set Custom WB] screen, select the number of the registered Custom white balance.2Selec

O Custom White Balance184You can also append a name (caption) to the five registered Custom white balance data (Custom WB No. 1-5).1Select the Custom

185You can set the white balance’s color temperature numerically. This function is for advanced users.1Press the <B> button (9).2Select <P>

186You can correct the white balance that is set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature conver

187u White Balance CorrectionWith just one shot, three images with different color tones can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temperatur

u White Balance Correction188 During white balance bracketing, the maximum burst for continuous shooting will be lower. Since three images are recor

189If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighti

19Index to FeaturesLine input  p.322Headphones  p.324Wind filter  p.323Attenuator  p.323Silent control  p.325Time code  p.326HDMI output

190This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high

1913 Setting Noise ReductionFor images exposed for 1 sec. or longer, noise (dots of light and banding) typical of long exposures can be reduced.1Selec

3 Setting Noise Reduction192 With [Auto] and [Enable], the noise reduction process after the picture is taken may take the same amount of time as tha

193You can reduce overexposed, clipped highlights.1Select [Highlight tone priority]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press

194Peripheral light fall-off is a phenomenon that makes the image corners look darker due to the optical characteristics of the lens. Color fringing a

1953 Correction of Lens Aberrations1Select [Chromatic aberr corr].2Select [Enable]. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the attac

3 Correction of Lens Aberrations1961Select [Diffraction correction].2Select [Enable]. Select [Enable], then press <0>.3Take the picture. The i

1973 Correction of Lens AberrationsThe lens correction data for lens aberration corrections is registered (stored) in the camera. With [Enable] select

198If you shoot an image with a fast shutter speed under a light source such as fluorescent light, the blinking of the light source causes flicker and

1993 Reducing Flicker If the subject is against a dark background or if there is a bright light in the image, flicker may not be properly detected.

2The EOS-1D X Mark II (G) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a full-frame CMOS sensor (approx. 35.9 mm x 23.9 mm) with approx. 20.2 effe

20The following precautions are provided to prevent harm or injury to yourself and others. Make sure to thoroughly understand and follow these precaut

200The range of reproducible colors is called “color space”. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB. F

201You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved.This operation is optional since a folder will be created aut

3 Creating and Selecting a Folder202 Select a folder on the folder selection screen, then press <0>. The folder where the captured images will

203The file name has four alphanumeric characters followed by a four-digit image number (p.206) and extension. The first four alphanumeric characters

3 Changing the File Name204 Operate the <5>, <6>, or <9> to move the and select the desired character. Then press <0> to en

2053 Changing the File NameThe first character cannot be an underscore “_”.User setting2When you select the “*** + image size” registered with User se

206The captured images are assigned a sequential four-digit file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in one folder. You can change how the file number

2073 File Numbering MethodsRestarts the file numbering from 0001 each time the card is replaced or a new folder is created.When you replace the card,

208When you set the copyright information, it will be recorded to the image as Exif information.1Select [Copyright information]. Under the [54] tab,

2093 Setting Copyright InformationWhen you select [Display copyright info.] in step 2, you can check the [Author] and [Copyright] information that you

21Safety Precautions When the camera or accessories are not in use, make sure to remove the battery and disconnect the power plug from the equipment

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2114GPS SettingsThis chapter explains the camera’s built-in GPS settings. The EOS-1D X Mark II (G) can receive satellite navigation signals from GPS s

212 Geotag information*1 (latitude, longitude, elevation) and coordinated universal time*2 can be appended to images. Shooting locations of geotagge

213GPS FeaturesWith Map Utility (EOS software, p.550), you can view the shooting locations and the route traveled on a map displayed on a computer.Vie

214 Countries and Regions Permitting GPS Function UseUse of GPS function is restricted in some countries and regions, and illegal use may be punishab

215To acquire GPS signals, take the camera outside where the sky is unobstructed. Face the top of the camera toward the sky while keeping your hands,

Acquiring GPS Signals216The GPS acquisition status is indicated by the [r] icon displayed on the camera’s rear LCD panel.Constant r: Signal acquiredBl

217Acquiring GPS SignalsPoor GPS CoverageUnder the following conditions, the GPS satellite signal will not be properly acquired. As a result, the geot

Acquiring GPS Signals2181Check the [GPS] setting. Check that [GPS] is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].2Select [GPS information display]. The GPS informa

219Acquiring GPS SignalsPlay back the images and press the <B> button to display the shooting information screen (p.347). Then tilt <9> up

Safety Precautions22 Cautions:Follow the cautions below. Otherwise, physical injury or property damage may result. Do not use or store the product i

220The interval (time) to update the geotag information can be set. Although updating the geotag information at shorter intervals will record more acc

221Convenient when you want to continue geotagging the image with the location information even when the satellite signal is disrupted when you move f

222The time information obtained from GPS signals can be set in the camera. The margin of error is approx. ±0.02 sec.1Check the [GPS] setting. Check

223When using the GPS logging function, the geotag information of the route the camera travels is automatically recorded in the camera’s internal memo

Logging the Route Traveled224Geotag information for the route the camera travels is recorded at the intervals set with [Position update intvl] (p.220)

225Logging the Route TraveledThe log data in the camera’s internal memory can be downloaded to a computer with EOS Utility (EOS software, p.550) or do

Logging the Route Traveled226 When connecting the camera to a computer, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon (p.487). When connecting t

2275Exposure Control forPhotographic ExpressionsYou can change various settings of the camera as you desire to obtain a wide variety of shooting resul

228The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.*<d> stands for Prog

229d: Program AE Using Single Silent (p.147), mirror lockup (p.256), or Silent LV shooting (p.281) is effective. For continuous shooting, using Sile

23Camera 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

d: Program AE230 The focus indicator <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.Aim the Area AF frame over an area having good contrast, then press t

231In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure matching the brightness of t

s: Shutter-Priority AE232 If the lowest f/number blinks, it indicates underexposure.Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the a

233In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure matching the subject

f: Aperture-Priority AE234 If the “30"” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure.Turn the <6> dial to set a faster aperture (lowe

235f: Aperture-Priority AEThe aperture opening (diaphragm) changes only at the moment when the picture is taken. Otherwise, the aperture remains fully

236In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewf

237a: Manual ExposureIf the ISO speed is set to A (AUTO) for manual exposure shooting, you can set exposure compensation (p.241) as follows:• Under [8

238You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness.1Press the <Q> button (9).2Select the metering mode. While looking at t

239q Selecting the Metering Moder Spot meteringEffective when metering a specific part of the subject or scene. Spot metering covers approx. 1.5% of t

Handling Precautions24 Do not block the mirror operation with your finger, etc. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Use only a commercially-available

q Selecting the Metering Mode240With multiple spot meter readings, you can see the relative exposure levels of multiple areas in the picture and decid

241Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera.Exposure compensatio

O Setting the Desired Exposure Compensation242If [z2: Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.189) is set to any setting other than [Disable], the image may still

243By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successiv

h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)244 During AEB shooting, the <A> icon in the viewfinder and the <h> icon on the top LCD panel will blink.

245You can lock the exposure when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the

246In this mode, the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter button. This

247bulb: Bulb Exposures With [z2: Long exp. noise reduction], you can reduce the noise generated during long exposures (p.191). For bulb exposures,

248You can shoot two to nine exposures to be merged into one image. With Live View shooting (p.271), you can see in real time how the exposures are me

249P Multiple Exposures3Set [Multi-expos ctrl]. Select the desired multiple-exposure control method, then press <0>. AdditiveThe exposure of e

25Handling PrecautionsLCD Panel and LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effecti

P Multiple Exposures2505Set the images to be saved. To save all the single exposures and the merged multiple-exposure image, select [All images], the

251P Multiple Exposures8Shoot subsequent exposures. When [On:Func/Ctrl] is set, the merged multiple-exposure image will be displayed. Live View shoo

P Multiple Exposures252 The image-recording quality (image size and JPEG quality), ISO speed, Picture Style, high ISO speed noise reduction, and colo

253P Multiple ExposuresYou can select a 1 image recorded on the card as the first single exposure. The image data of the selected 1 image will remain

P Multiple Exposures254When [On:Func/Ctrl] is set and you have not finished shooting the set number of exposures, you can press the <x> button t

255P Multiple Exposures Are there any restrictions on the image-recording quality?All JPEG image-recording quality settings can be selected. If 41 or

256Camera vibrations caused by the mirror’s reflex action when the picture is taken is called “mirror shock”. Mirror lockup keeps the mirror up before

2572 Mirror Lockup Do not point the camera toward an intense light source, such as the sun or an intense artificial light source. Doing so may damage

258When you take a picture without looking through the viewfinder, such as when you use the self-timer, bulb exposure, or a remote switch, stray light

2596Flash PhotographyThis chapter explains how to shoot with external EX-series Speedlites (sold separately) and how to set Speedlite settings on the

26NomenclatureMirror (p.256, 407)Movie shooting microphone (p.296)Lens lock pinLens release button (p.60)Lens mountTripod socketContacts (p.24)Serial

260Using an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) makes flash photography easy.For detailed instructions, refer to the EX-series Speedlite’s Instructi

261D Flash Photography With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series Speedlite set to A-TTL or TTL autoflash mode, the flash can be fired at full output only.Set the

D Flash Photography262 If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate prope

263With an EX-series Speedlite having compatible flash function settings, you can use the camera’s menu screen to set the Speedlite’s functions and Cu

3 Setting the Flash Function264You can set the flash-sync speed for flash photography in the aperture-priority AE <f> mode. : AutoThe flash syn

2653 Setting the Flash FunctionThe screen display and setting options will vary depending on the Speedlite model, current flash mode, Speedlite’s Cust

3 Setting the Flash Function266 Wireless functions / Flash ratio controlWireless (multiple) flash shooting is possible with radio or optical transmis

2673 Setting the Flash Function Shutter synchronizationNormally, set this to [First-curtain synchronization] so that the flash fires immediately afte

3 Setting the Flash Function268For details on the Speedlite’s Custom Functions, refer to the Speedlite’s Instruction Manual.1Select [Flash C.Fn settin

2693 Setting the Flash Function1Select [Clear settings].2Select the settings to be cleared. Select [Clear flash settings] or [Clear all Speedlite C.F

27Nomenclature<B> White balance selection button (p.177)<U> LCD panel illumination button (p.67)Flash sync contactsEyecup (p.61)LCD monito

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2717Shooting with the LCD Monitor(Live View Shooting)You can shoot while viewing the image on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shoo

2721Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <A>.2Display the Live View image. Press the <0> button. The Live View image will

273A Shooting with the LCD MonitorSet [z4: Live View shoot.] to [Enable].Number of Possible Shots with Live View Shooting The figures above are based

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor274 Do not point the camera toward an intense light source, such as the sun or an intense artificial light source. Doi

275A Shooting with the LCD MonitorEach time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.* The display will show only the setti

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor276 WarningsDo not hold the camera in the same position for long periods of time.Even if the camera does not feel too h

277A Shooting with the LCD MonitorFinal image simulation is a function that shows the Live View image as it will look with the current settings for Pi

278When the Live View image is displayed, if you press the <W>, <o>, <Q>, <h>, <i>, <O>, or <B> button, the

279Shooting Function SettingsWith the Live View image displayed, you can press the <Q> button to set the AF mode, drive mode, metering mode, whi

Nomenclature28<Q> Flash exposure compensation/Metering mode selection button (p.260/238)<W> Shooting mode selection button (p.228, 272, 29

280z4When the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch is set to <A>, menu options exclusive to the Live View shooting will appear under the [z4

2813 Menu Function Settings Exposure simulationExposure simulation simulates and displays how the brightness (exposure) of the actual image will look

3 Menu Function Settings282•Mode 2When the shutter button is pressed completely, only one shot will be taken. While you keep holding down the shutter

2833 Menu Function Settings Metering timerYou can change how long the exposure setting is displayed (AE lock time). LV touch controlDuring Live View

284You can set the AF method to [u+Tracking] (p.285) or [FlexiZone - Single] (p.287) to suit the shooting conditions or subject.If you want to achieve

285Focusing with AF (AF Method)The camera detects and focuses on human faces. If a face moves, the AF point <p> also moves to track the face.1Di

Focusing with AF (AF Method)2864Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.272).

287Focusing with AF (AF Method)The camera focuses with a single AF point. This is effective when you want to focus on a particular subject.1Display th

Focusing with AF (AF Method)2884Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.272).

289Focusing with AF (AF Method)Shooting Conditions that Make Focusing Difficult Subject with low-contrast such as the blue sky, solid-color flat surf

29Nomenclature<B> Info button (p.275, 305, 344, 480) <M> Menu button (p.71)Strap mount (p.37)<Y>Network lamp (9 Wired LAN Instructi

Focusing with AF (AF Method)290In the [FlexiZone - Single] mode, either press the <u> button or tap on [d] displayed on the bottom right of the

291You can magnify the image and focus precisely with MF (manual focus).1Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens’s focusing rin

MF: Focusing Manually2925Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens’s focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press

293General Live View Shooting CautionsImage Quality When you shoot at high ISO speeds, noise (such as dots of light and banding) may become noticeabl

294General Live View Shooting CautionsLive View ImageUnder low- or bright-light conditions, the Live View image may not reflect the brightness of the

2958Shooting MoviesMovie shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <k>. Before shooting movies, see page 3

296When the shooting mode is set to <d> or <bulb>, autoexposure control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness. The autoe

297k Shooting MoviesWhen the shooting mode is <s>, you can manually set the shutter speed for movie shooting. The ISO speed and aperture will be

k Shooting Movies298When the shooting mode is <f>, you can manually set the aperture for movie shooting. The ISO speed and shutter speed will be

299k Shooting MoviesISO Speed in the <d>, <s>, <f>, and <bulb> ModesL: Full HD movie shooting The ISO speed will be set autom

3Before starting, check that all the following items are included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Attach the Eyecup Eg

Nomenclature30Viewfinder Information* The display will show only the settings currently applied.* The AF points light up in red.Electronic level (p.83

k Shooting Movies300Notes for <d><s><f><bulb> Modes You can lock the exposure (AE lock) by pressing the <A> button. Aft

301k Shooting MoviesYou can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for a

k Shooting Movies302ISO Speed in the <a> ModeL: Full HD movie shooting With [AUTO] (A), the ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100

303k Shooting Movies For movie shooting, the ISO speed cannot be expanded to L (equivalent to ISO 50) or H3 (equivalent to ISO 409600). When switchi

k Shooting Movies304The settable shutter speeds in the <s> shutter-priority AE and <a> manual-exposure shooting modes vary depending on th

305k Shooting MoviesEach time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.* Applies to a single movie clip. The display will

k Shooting Movies306 When [AF method] is [FlexiZone - Single], you can press the <B> button to display the electronic level (p.82).Note that i

307k Shooting Movies WarningsDo not hold the camera in the same position for long periods of time.Even if the camera does not feel too hot, prolonged

k Shooting Movies308Final image simulation is a function that shows the movie as it will look with the current settings for Picture Style, white balan

309If you press the <W>, <o>, <i>, <O>, or <B> button with the image displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting screen wi

31Nomenclature<i> ISO speed (p.163)Manual exposure<A>AE lock (p.245)AEB in-progress (p.243)Multi-spot metering (p.240)<D> Flash-rea

Shooting Function Settings310While the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can press the <Q> button and set the following: AF method, mov

311With [z4: Movie rec quality], you can set the movie-recording format, movie-recording size (movie size, frame rate, movie-recording format, compres

3 Setting the Movie Recording Quality312You can select the movie’s size, frame rate, and compression method. Image SizeH 4096x2160The movie will be r

3133 Setting the Movie Recording Quality 4K movie shootingShooting 4K movies requires a high-performance card. When shooting H 8/7 movies, use a CFa

3 Setting the Movie Recording Quality314 For 4K movie shooting, [z2: High ISO speed NR] will not take effect. Therefore, noise may be more noticeable

3153 Setting the Movie Recording Quality Movie recording method/Compression rateJ MJPGSelectable when the movie recording format is [MOV]. Motion JPE

3 Setting the Movie Recording Quality316When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a reading/writing speed (required card performance) shown

3173 Setting the Movie Recording QualityRecords the movie at a frame rate of 24.00 fps.When [Enable] is set, you can select the movie-recording qualit

3 Setting the Movie Recording Quality318At Full HD quality, you can shoot movies at a high frame rate of 119.9 fps or 100.0 fps. Good for shooting mov

3193 Setting the Movie Recording Quality In MOV Format (Approx.) In MP4 Format (Approx.)Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per MinuteMovie Rec

Nomenclature32Top LCD Panel* The display will show only the settings currently applied.Shutter speedBulb (buLb)Bulb exposure time (min.:sec.)FE lock (

3 Setting the Movie Recording Quality320 Movie Files Exceeding 4 GBEven if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting without interrupti

3213 Setting the Movie Recording Quality Movie Shooting Time Limit When shooting movies other than High Frame Rate moviesThe maximum recording time

322You can shoot movies while recording sound with the built-in monaural microphone or an external stereo microphone. You can also freely adjust the s

3233 Setting the Sound RecordingWind filter : When [Enable] is set, it reduces the wind noise when recording outdoors. This feature works only when yo

3 Setting the Sound Recording324 Using headphonesBy connecting headphones (commercially-available) equipped with a 3.5 mm diameter mini plug to the c

325You can change the settings of the ISO speed, sound-recording level, etc. while suppressing the operation sound during movie shooting.When [z5: Sil

326The time code is a time reference recorded automatically to synchronize the movie during movie shooting. It is recorded at all times in the followi

3273 Setting the Time CodeYou can select what to display on the movie shooting screen.Rec time : Displays the elapsed time from the start of the movie

3 Setting the Time Code328 Time codeThe time code can be appended to a movie that is output via HDMI.Enable: Appends time code to HDMI video output.

3293 Setting the Time CodeIf the frame rate is set to 2 (119.9 fps), 8(59.94 fps), or 6(29.97 fps), the time code’s frame count causes a discrepancy b

33Nomenclature<i> ISO speed (p.163)<A> Highlight tone priority (p.193)White balance (p.177)Q Auto: Ambience priorityQw Auto: White priorit

330z2When the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch is set to <k>, the [z2: ISO speed settings] options will change to [ISO speed], [Range fo

3313 Menu Function Settingsz4When the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch is set to <k>, the [z4] and [z5] tabs dedicated to movie shooting

3 Menu Function Settings332Cautions When [Movie Servo AF] is Set to [Enable] Shooting Conditions that Make Focusing Difficult• A fast-moving subject

3333 Menu Function Settings AF methodYou can select [u+Tracking] or [FlexiZone - Single]. See page 284 for the AF method. Grid displayWith [3x3 l] o

3 Menu Function Settings334 Movie Servo AF SpeedYou can set the Movie Servo AF’s AF speed and its operation conditions.This function is settable when

3353 Menu Function Settings Movie Servo AF tracking sensitivityYou can change the Movie Servo AF’s tracking sensitivity to one of seven levels. This

3 Menu Function Settings336z5 Metering timerYou can change how long the exposure setting is displayed (AE lock time). LV touch controlDuring Live Vi

3373 Menu Function Settings Silent controlWhen [Enable h] is set, you can use the <h> touch pad with the Quick Control to change settings while

3 Menu Function Settings338 HDMI displayThis function enables you to select the display option while recording HDMI video output with an external rec

3393 Menu Function SettingsTo continue the HDMI output for longer than 30 min., select [a] or [awithout info], then set [52: Auto Power Off] to [Disab

Nomenclature34Rear LCD Panel*1: Appears when the built-in GPS is used.*2: Appears when the camera is connected to a wired LAN.*3: Appears when a compu

3 Menu Function Settings34053 HDMI frame rateFor HDMI output, you can set the frame rate to [Auto], [59.94i/50.00i], [59.94p/50.00p], or [23.98p]. Se

341General Movie Shooting CautionsRed <E> Internal Temperature Warning Icon If the camera’s internal temperature increases due to prolonged mov

342General Movie Shooting CautionsRecording and Image Quality If you use a card with a slow writing speed, a five-level indicator may appear on the r

3439Image PlaybackThis chapter explains how to play back and erase the images (still photos/movies), how to view them on a TV screen, and other playba

3441Play back the image. Press the <x> button. The last image captured or played back will appear.2Select an image. To play back images start

345x Image Playback3Exit the image playback. Press the <x> button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state.With the shooti

346 Basic information displayB: Shooting Information DisplaySample Information for Still PhotosShutter speedFolder number -File numberRatingPlayback

347B: Shooting Information Display Shooting information display• Detailed information* When you shoot in RAW+JPEG image quality, the RAW image file s

B: Shooting Information Display348Histogram display(Brightness)Lens nameFocal lengthHistogram display(RGB)• Lens/Histogram information• White balance

349B: Shooting Information Display• Color space / Noise reduction information• Lens aberration correction information 1• Lens aberration correction in

35NomenclatureBattery Pack LP-E19Protective coverBattery release handleContactsLock leverTo charge the provided Battery Pack LP-E19, use the provided

B: Shooting Information Display350< / >: Shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed are not displayed.< / >: Aperture and ISO speed are not di

351B: Shooting Information Display AF Point DisplayWhen [33: AF point disp.] is set to [Enable], the AF point that achieved focus will be displayed i

352Search for images quickly with the index display showing 4, 9, 36, or 100 images on one screen.1Press the <u> button. During image playback

353x Searching for Images QuicklyIn the single-image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images forward or backward according

x Searching for Images Quickly3543Browse by jumping. Press the <x> button to play back images. In the single-image display, turn the <6>

355You can magnify a captured image by approx. 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor.1Magnify the image. The image can be magnified as follows: 1. During im

u Magnifying Images356Under the [33] tab, when you select [Magnificatn (apx)], you can set the initial magnification ratio and position for the magnif

357You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation.1Select [Rotate image]. Under the [31] tab, select [Rotate image], then press <0&

358By protecting the images, you can prevent the important images from being accidentally erased.1Select the image to be protected. Press the <3&g

359J Protecting Images1Select [Protect images]. Under the [31] tab, select [Protect images], then press <0>.2Select [Select images]. An image

Nomenclature36Battery Charger LC-E19Charger for Battery Pack LP-E19 (p.42).Charge lamp/Performance check lamp/Discharge time lampCalibration (Discharg

J Protecting Images360You can protect all the images in a folder or on a card at once.When you select [All images in folder] or [All images on card] i

361You can rate images (still photos and movies) with one of the five rating marks: l/m/n/o/p. This function is called rating.1Select [Rating]. Under

Setting Ratings362Under [86:J/Kbutton function], if you set [Rating (J and K disabled)] (p.440), you can press the <J/K> button to rate images/m

363You can append (record) a voice memo to a captured image. The voice memo will be saved as a WAV sound file having the same file number as the image

K Recording and Playing back Voice Memos364When [86: J/K button function] is set to [Play memo (Hold: Rec. memo)] (p.440), the voice memo appended to

365During playback, you can press the <Q> button to set the following: [J: Protect images], [b: Rotate image], [9: Rating], [R: RAW image proces

Q Quick Control for Playback366To rotate an image, set [51: Auto rotate] to [OnzD]. If [51: Auto rotate] is set to [OnD] or [Off], the [b Rotate imag

367You can play back movies in the following three ways:By connecting the camera to a TV set with HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately), you can play b

k Enjoying Movies368The movie files recorded on the card can be transferred to a computer and played back or edited with pre-installed or general-purp

3691Play back the image. Press the <x> button to play back images.2Select a movie. Turn the <5> dial to select the movie to be played ba

37NomenclaturePass 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 t

k Playing Back Movies370Movie Playback PanelOperation Playback Description7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop.8 Slow motionAdjust

371k Playing Back MoviesFull HD movies shot at a high frame rate (119.9 fps or 100.0 fps) will be played back at 1/4-speed slow motion (29.97 fps or 2

372You can edit out the first and last scenes of a movie in approx. 1-sec. increments.1On the movie playback screen, select [X]. The movie editing pa

373X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes4Save the edited movie. Select [W], then press <0>. The save screen will appear. To save it as a

374From a 4K movie, you can select any desired frame to save it as an approx. 8.8 megapixel (4096x2160) still photo (JPEG image). This function is cal

375Grabbing a Frame from 4K Movies6Save the frame. Select [OK] to save the frame displayed on the screen as a still photo (JPEG image). Check the de

376You can play back the images on the card as an automatic slide show.1Select [Slide show]. Under the [32] tab, select [Slide show], then press <

3773 Slide Show (Auto Playback)3Set the playback as desired. Select [Set up], then press <0>. Set the [Display time] and [Repeat] settings for

3 Slide Show (Auto Playback)3784Start the slide show. Select [Start], then press <0>. After [Loading image...] is displayed, the slide show wi

379By connecting the camera to a TV set with an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back the camera’s still photos and movies on the TV set. Fo

Nomenclature38When connecting the camera to a computer or the Connect Station, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon (shown in the System

Viewing Images on a TV Set380If the TV set connected to the camera with an HDMI cable is compatible with HDMI CEC*, you can use the TV set’s remote co

381Viewing Images on a TV Set4Press the camera’s <x> button. An image will appear on the TV screen and you can use the TV set’s remote control

382You can copy the images recorded on one card (save duplicates) to the other card.1Select [Image copy]. Under the [31] tab, select [Image copy], th

383a Copying Images3Select the folder. Select the folder containing the image you want to copy, then press <0>. Check the images displayed on

a Copying Images3847Select the target folder. Select the target folder to which you want to copy the images, then press <0>. To create a new f

385a Copying Images If an image is being copied to a target folder/card which has an image with the same file number, the following will be displayed

386You can either select and erase unnecessary images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.358) will not be erased.1Select the i

387L Erasing ImagesBy adding checkmarks <X> to the images to be erased, you can erase multiple images at once.1Select [Erase images]. Under the

L Erasing Images388You can erase all the images in a folder or on a card at once.When [31: Erase images] is set to [All images in folder] or [All imag

389You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to view.1Select [LCD brightness]. Under the [51] tab, select [LCD brightness],

39NomenclatureUsing a Genuine Interface Cable (sold separately)If you use a genuine interface cable (sold separately, p.487), run the cable through th

Changing Image Playback Settings390You can change the LCD monitor’s color tone from standard tone to warm or cool tone.1Select [LCD color tone]. Unde

391Changing Image Playback SettingsImages shot in vertical orientation are rotated automatically to the proper orientation for viewing, so they will n

392

39310Post-ProcessingImagesThis chapter explains RAW image processing, JPEG image resizing, and JPEG image cropping. The camera may not be able to pro

394You can process 1 images with the camera and save them as JPEG images. As the RAW image itself does not change, you can apply different processing

395R Processing RAW Images with the CameraDisplaying the setting screen Press <0> to display the selected function’s setting screen. Turn the &

R Processing RAW Images with the Camera396 Brightness adjustmentYou can adjust the image brightness up to ±1 stop in 1/3-stop increments. The displa

397R Processing RAW Images with the Camera Color space (p.200)You can select either sRGB or Adobe RGB. Since the camera’s LCD monitor is not compati

R Processing RAW Images with the Camera398 Chromatic aberration correction (p.195)Chromatic aberrations (color fringing along the subject’s outline)

399You can resize a JPEG image to make the pixel count lower and save it as a new image. Resizing an image is possible with JPEG 3/K/5 images. JPEG 6

4Instruction ManualsInstruction manuals (PDF files) can be downloaded from the Canon website. Instruction manual (PDF files) download site:• Camera I

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S Resizing JPEG Images4004Save the image. Select [OK] to save the resized image. Check the destination folder and image file number, then select [OK

401You can crop a captured JPEG image and save it as another image. You can crop the JPEG images captured in 3, K, 5, and 6. RAW images and frame-grab

N Cropping JPEG Images402 Switching the Cropping Frame OrientationPressing the <B> button will toggle the cropping frame between the vertical a

40311Sensor CleaningThe camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit to automatically shake off dust adhered to the image sensor’s front layer (low pass fil

404Whenever you set the power switch to <1/R> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit is activated to automatically shake off the dust on th

405Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that may be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still

3 Appending Dust Delete Data4063Shoot a solid-white object. At a distance of 20 cm - 30 cm (0.7 ft. - 1.0 ft.), fill the viewfinder with a patternles

407Dust that could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a commercially-available blower, etc. Before cleaning

3 Manual Sensor Cleaning408 While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutter

40912Transferring Images to aComputer and Print Ordering Transferring Images to a Computer (p.410)You can connect the camera to a computer and operat

411Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and the basic camera operations.

410You can connect the camera to a computer and operate the camera to transfer images on the card to the computer. This is called direct image transfe

411d Transferring Images to a Computer3Set the power switch to <1>. When the computer displays a screen to select the program, select [EOS Util

d Transferring Images to a Computer412 Sel.Image1Select [Image transfer]. Under the [32] tab, select [Image transfer], then press <0>.2Select

413d Transferring Images to a Computer5Transfer the image. On the computer screen, check that EOS Utility’s main window is displayed. Select [Direct

d Transferring Images to a Computer414 All imagesIf [All images] is selected and you select [Select images not transferred], all the images in the ca

415DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded on the card according to your printing instructions such as the image select

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)4164Exit the setting. Press the <M> button. The print order screen will reappear. Next, select [Sel.Image]

417W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Sel.ImageSelect and order images one by one.If you press the <u> button and turn the <6> dial coun

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)418 All imagesIf you select [Mark all on card], one copy of all the images on the card will be set for printing.If

41913Customizing theCameraYou can make fine adjustments to various camera functions and change the functionality of buttons and dials to suit your pic

421Connect the charger to a power outlet. Connect the power cord to the charger and insert the power plug into a power outlet. When no battery is at

4203 Custom Functions81: ExposureA LV Shootingk Movie ShootingExposure level incrementsp.423k kISO speed setting increments k In aBracketing auto canc

4213 Custom Functions84: DriveA LV Shootingk Movie ShootingContinuous shooting speed p.433 kLimit continuous shot countp.434kRestrict drive modes k85:

3 Custom Functions422*1: [Timer after release] onlySelecting [88: Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)] will clear all the Custom Function settings.87: Other

423Under the [8] tab, you can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. Any settings different from the default will

3 Custom Function Settings424Bracketing auto cancel C.Fn1ON: EnableWhen you set the power switch to <2>, the AEB and white balance bracketing se

4253 Custom Function SettingsNumber of bracketed shots C.Fn1The number of shots taken with AEB and white balance bracketing can be changed from the de

3 Custom Function Settings426C.Fn2: ExposureSafety shift C.Fn2OFF: DisableTv/Av: Shutter speed/ApertureTakes effect in the shutter-priority AE <s&g

4273 Custom Function SettingsSame exposure for new aperture C.Fn2If the <a> mode (manual exposure shooting) is set and the ISO speed is set manu

3 Custom Function Settings428Tv: Shutter speedIf you perform 1, 2, or 3, a slower shutter speed will automatically be set to compensate for the number

4293 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn3: ExposureRestrict shooting modes C.Fn3You can restrict the shooting modes selectable with the <W> button.Sele

43Charging the Battery Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.Charge the battery before use. Recharge the battery on the day before or on t

3 Custom Function Settings430Set shutter speed rangeC.Fn3You can set the shutter speed range. In the <s> and <a> modes, you can set the sh

4313 Custom Function SettingsAE MicroadjustmentC.Fn3You can fine-tune the standard exposure level. The adjustment can help if the camera’s “standard e

3 Custom Function Settings432FE MicroadjustmentC.Fn3You can fine adjust the camera’s standard flash exposure level. The adjustment can help if the cam

4333 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn4: DriveContinuous shooting speedC.Fn4You can set the continuous shooting speed for <o> High-speed continuous s

3 Custom Function Settings434Limit continuous shot countC.Fn4You can limit the maximum burst for continuous shooting. With continuous shooting set, wh

4353 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn5: Display/OperationFocusing ScreenC.Fn5You can change the focusing screen with an Ec-series focusing screen (sold se

3 Custom Function Settings436Viewfinder info. during exposureC.Fn5For viewfinder shooting, you can set whether to display the shooting information in

4373 Custom Function SettingsRecording card, image size settingC.Fn5When you press the <H> button to select the card or set the image size, you

3 Custom Function Settings438C.Fn6: OperationWarnings z in viewfinderC.Fn6When any of the following functions are set, the <z> icon can be displ

4393 Custom Function SettingsAv setting without lensC.Fn6You can set whether the aperture can still be set when no lens is attached to the camera.OFF:

Charging the Battery44 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

3 Custom Function Settings440J/Kbutton functionC.Fn6You can change the function of the <J/K>button. During image playback, you can protect image

4413 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn7: OthersAdd cropping informationC.Fn7If you set the cropping information, vertical lines for the aspect ratio you se

3 Custom Function Settings442Timer durationC.Fn7You can change how long a function setting associated with a button remains in effect after you let go

4433 Custom Function SettingsMemo audio qualityC.Fn7When you record a voice memo, you can set the audio quality.High quality (48 kHz)You can record th

3 Custom Function Settings444Retract lens on power offC.Fn7This is to set the lens retraction mechanism for when a gear-driven STM lens (such as EF40m

445You can assign often-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to your preferences.1Select [Custom Controls]. Under the [86] tab, select

7 Custom Controls446Assignable Functions to Camera ControlsFunctionPageMetering and AF start 450 k k*1k*1AF stop 451 kkSwitch to registered AF functio

4477 Custom Controlskkk kk*2k*2k*2k*3k*3k*3k*4k*4k*4k*5k*6k*7k kkk k k kk k k kk kkkkkkkkkkk< > stands for “AF stop button” provided on super te

7 Custom Controls448FunctionPageImage size selection 456One-touch image quality setting457One-touch image quality (hold)Record function+card/folder se

4497 Custom Controlskk*8k*8k*8k*8k*8k*8kkkk kk k kkk kk kkkkkkk kk kk kk kk kk*10kk k k k k k k< > stands for “AF stop button” provided on super

45Charging the Battery This is a recommendation that you calibrate (discharge) the battery so that the camera can accurately determine its capacity a

7 Custom Controls450When you press the button assigned to this function, metering and AF are performed.*1: When assigned to the <p> or <A>

4517 Custom Controls AI Servo AF characteristics (p.113)Press the <p> or <A> button to perform AF with the set case from [Case 1] to [Cas

7 Custom Controls452Only while holding down the button assigned with this function, you can apply AF with the following settings: AF area selection mo

4537 Custom ControlsIf the metering timer is active, you can select an AF point directly with the <5> or <9> dial without pressing the <

7 Custom Controls454During Movie Servo AF, you can pause the AF when you press the button assigned to this function. Press the button again to resume

4557 Custom ControlsFor flash photography, pressing the button assigned to this function will fire a preflash and record the required flash output (FE

7 Custom Controls456You can set the exposure compensation by holding down <0> and turning the <6> dial. Useful when you want to set exposu

4577 Custom ControlsPressing the button assigned to this function will switch to the image size set here. While the camera switches the image size, th

7 Custom Controls458Pressing the button assigned to this function will stop down the lens aperture so you can check the depth of field (p.235).If you

4597 Custom ControlsEven when the power switch is set to <R>, as long as the button assigned to this function is held down, you can use the came

Charging the Battery46 If the charging starts and only the lamp with the <100%> mark lights up in green right away, it means the battery’s inte

7 Custom Controls460Assigns the same function as the <B> button.Assigns the same function as the <L> button.Assigns the same function as t

461On the standard Quick Control screen (p.67), preset shooting functions are displayed in the default layout. On the Custom Quick Control screen, you

Custom Quick Control4624Add an item. Press the <Q> button. Turn the <5> dial or use <9> to select the item to be added, then press

463Custom Quick Control Repeat steps 4 and 5 to position other items as desired. To delete an item already in position, select it, then press the &l

Custom Quick Control464Available Items and Display Sizes for the Screen Layout(Vertical x horizontal cells)Item and Size 1x1 1x2 1x3 1x5 2x2 2x3 3x1 4

465Under My Menu tab, you can register menu items and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. You can also name the registered menu tab

3 Registering My Menu4662Select [Select items to register].3Register the desired items. Select the desired item, then press <0>. Select [OK] o

4673 Registering My Menu Delete tabYou can delete the My Menu tab currently displayed. Select [Delete tab] to delete the [MY MENU*] tab. Rename tabY

3 Registering My Menu468You can delete all My Menu tabs or all My Menu items you created. Delete all My Menu tabsYou can delete all My Menu tabs you

4693 Registering My MenuYou can select [Menu display] to set the menu screen that is to appear first when you press the <M> button. Normal disp

47Load a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E19 or LP-E4N/LP-E4 into the camera.The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and dar

470The camera’s shooting functions, menu functions, Custom Functions, and other camera settings can be saved to the card as a camera settings file. Wh

4713 Saving and Loading Camera Settings Shooting functionsShooting mode, Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO speed, AF operation, AF area selection mode, AF

3 Saving and Loading Camera Settings472[z4 (Movie)]Movie Servo AF, AF method, Grid display, Movie recording quality, Sound recording, AF speed with Mo

4733 Saving and Loading Camera Settings[81] Exposure level increments, ISO speed setting increments, Bracketing auto cancel, Bracketing sequence, Numb

474You can register current camera settings, such as the shooting functions, menu functions, and Custom Function settings, as Custom shooting modes un

475w: Registering Custom Shooting ModesIf you select [Clear settings] in step 2, the settings of respective modes can be reverted to the default setti

w: Registering Custom Shooting Modes476[z4 (Live View shooting)]Live View shooting, AF method, Grid display, Exposure simulation[z5 (Live View shootin

477w: Registering Custom Shooting Modes[51] File numbering, Auto rotate, LCD brightness, LCD color tone[52] Auto power off, Viewfinder display, z butt

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47914ReferenceThis chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc.Certification LogoSelect [54: Certification Log

Installing and Removing the Battery48Turn the battery release handle and take out the battery. Check that the power switch is set to <2> (p.53)

480When you press the <B> button with the camera being ready to shoot, you can switch the display as follows: Displays camera settings (p.481),

481B Button Functions* This icon is displayed when the transfer of some images failed.Camera Settings If you turn off the power with the Electronic l

B Button Functions482* The display will show only the settings currently applied.For the Custom Quick Control, see page 461.Quick Control ScreenCustom

483B Button FunctionsWhen you press the <W>, <o>, <Q>, <S>, <i>, <O>, or <B> button, the setting screen will

484You can check the conditions of the battery you are using on the LCD monitor.Select [Battery info.]. Under the [53] tab, select [Battery info.], t

485You can power the camera with a household power outlet by using the DC Coupler DR-E19 and AC Adapter AC-E19 (both sold separately).1Insert the DC c

486System MapEyecup EgAnti-FogEyepiece EgDioptric AdjustmentLenses EgAngle Finder CWide StrapHand Strap E2Focusing ScreenEc series*1: Cannot be charge

487System Map*4: With IFC-500U II, the communication speed will be equivalent to Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0).*5: Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E6 can also

488o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/DisabledFunction Availability Table by Shooting ModeStill Photo ShootingFunction d s f

489Function Availability Table by Shooting Mode*1: Settable only with viewfinder shooting.*2: Settable only with Live View shooting.*3: Settable only

49You can use CF cards and CFast cards with this camera. Images can be recorded when at least one card is installed in the camera.If cards are inserte

Function Availability Table by Shooting Mode490o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/DisabledMovie ShootingFunctiond/bulb s f a

491Function Availability Table by Shooting Mode*1: Settable only for Full HD movie shooting (not settable for 4K movie shooting).*2: Settable only wit

492z: Shooting 1 (Red) Page*1: During movie shooting, [WB Shift/Bkt.] will be set to [WB correction].*2: During movie shooting, [Color space] will not

493Menu Settingsz: Shooting 2 (Red) Page*1: During movie shooting, [ISO speed settings] will be [ISO speed], [Range for movies], and [Range for H].*2:

Menu Settings494z: Shooting 4 (Red) Pagez: Shooting 5 (Red)2: AF1 (Purple)Live View shooting Enable / Disable 273AF method u+Tracking / FlexiZone - Si

495Menu Settings2: AF2 (Purple) Page2: AF3 (Purple)AI Servo 1st image priorityRelease priority / Equal priority / Focus priority 122AI Servo 2nd image

Menu Settings4962: AF4 (Purple) Page2: AF5 (Purple)Auto AF point selection: EOS iTR AFEOS iTR AF (Face priority) / EOS iTR AF / Disable127Lens drive w

497Menu Settings3: Playback 1 (Blue) Page3: Playback 2 (Blue)3: Playback 3 (Blue)* The setting is linked to the [Movie play count] for [Time code] und

Menu Settings4985: Set-up 1 (Yellow) Page5: Set-up 2 (Yellow)Record function+card/folder selectionRecording function: Standard / Auto switch card / Re

499Menu Settings5: Set-up 3 (Yellow) Page*1: Not settable if [24.00p] for [Movie rec quality] is set to [Enable].*2: Displayed contents vary depending

5The following cards can be used with the camera regardless of capacity: If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camer

Installing and Removing the Card50 3Close the cover. Press the cover until it snaps shut.4Set the power switch to <1> (p.53). The number of po

Menu Settings5005: Set-up 4 (Yellow) Page8: Custom Functions (Orange)Save/load camera settings on cardSave to card / load from card 470Custom shooting

501Menu Settings9: My Menu (Green) PageAdd My Menu tab Add My Menu tabs 1-5 465Delete all My Menu tabs Delete all My Menu tabs 468Delete all items Del

Menu Settings502z: Shooting 2 (Movie) (Red) Pagez: Shooting 4 (Movie) (Red)* Not settable if [AF method] is set to [u+Tracking].Movie ShootingISO spee

503Menu Settingsz: Shooting 5 (Movie) (Red) Page*1: Setting is linked to the [Movie play count] under [x3] tab.*2: Displayed when 2(119.9fps), 8(59.94

504If a problem occurs with the camera, first consult this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact

505Troubleshooting Guide The charger cannot charge batteries other than the provided LP-E19 and LP-E4N/LP-E4. The three charge lamps and <CAL>

Troubleshooting Guide506 Use a fully-charged battery (p.42). The battery performance may have degraded. See [53: Battery info.] to check the battery

507Troubleshooting Guide The camera cannot be used with EF-S or EF-M lenses (p.59). Install a recharged battery in the camera (p.42). Make sure the

Troubleshooting Guide508 Set [z3: Mirror lockup] to [Disable]. Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <AF> (p.59). Press the shutter button gent

509Troubleshooting Guide Regarding the AF points lighting up or blinking when you press the <S> button, see page 95. The registered AF point a

51Installing and Removing the Card1Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Check that the access lamp is off, then open the cover. If [R

Troubleshooting Guide510 The maximum burst displayed in the viewfinder does not change when you change the card, even if it is a high-speed card. The

511Troubleshooting Guide If [85: Focusing screen] is set to [Ec-A, B, L] (p.435), the spot metering circle will not be displayed at the viewfinder ce

Troubleshooting Guide512 If you use a flash unit other than an EX-series Speedlite, the flash will always be fired at full output (p.261). When the

513Troubleshooting Guide It indicates that the camera’s internal temperature is high. If the red <E> icon is displayed, it indicates that the m

Troubleshooting Guide514 ISO speed will be set according to the setting of [Range for stills] for [z2:ISO speed settings] (p.166) during viewfinder

515Troubleshooting Guide For High Frame Rate movie shooting, if [Free run] is set for [Count up] under [z5: Time code] (p.326), the time code will no

Troubleshooting Guide516 Set the power switch to <1> (p.53). Check the [86: Multi function lock] setting (p.439). Set the vertical-grip opera

517Troubleshooting Guide [51: File name] is set to [*** + image size]. Select the camera’s unique file name (preset code) or the file name registered

Troubleshooting Guide518 [33: Highlight alert] is set to [Enable] (p.350). [33: AF point disp.] is set to [Enable] (p.351). When you play back an i

519Troubleshooting Guide If there is a drastic change in the exposure level during autoexposure movie shooting, the recording will stop momentarily u

Installing and Removing the Card52 When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to, read from, or erased from

Troubleshooting Guide520 Depending on your card reader and computer OS, large-capacity CF cards and CFast cards may not be properly recognized. In su

521Troubleshooting Guide When you select [Clean nowf], the shutter will make a mechanical sound during the cleaning, but the picture will not be reco

522You can check the camera’s serial number, firmware version, and shutter-release cycles on the screen. You can also check the status log for past er

5233 System Status Display 4Check the system status. Turn the <5> dial to select an Error or Caution, then press the <B> button to view t

5243 System Status DisplayIf you press the <L> button in step 3, you can delete all the log entries displayed.Erasing the Camera Status Log The

525If there is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions.* If the error still persists, write down t

526•TypeType: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE cameraRecording media: CF cards (Type I, UDMA 7 supported)CFast card (CFast 2.0 supported)Image senso

527SpecificationsWhite balance: Auto (Ambience priority), Auto (White priority), Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten light, White fluorescent li

528SpecificationsAF points: Max. 61 points (Cross-type AF point: Max. 41 points)* Number of available AF points, Dual cross-type AF points, and cross-

529SpecificationsShooting mode: Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Manual exposure, Bulb exposure, Custom shooting modes (C1/C2/C3

53If you turn on the power switch and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 55 to set the date/time/zone.<1> : The camera turns on

530SpecificationsContinuous shooting speed:High-speed continuous shootingViewfinder shooting:Maximum approx. 14.0 fps (settable within 2 fps to 14 fps

531Specifications* Based on Canon’s standard testing CF card (Standard: 8 GB/High speed: UDMA mode 7, 64 GB) and CFast card (CFast 2.0, 128 GB) and th

532Specifications• Movie ShootingRecording format: MOV, MP4Movie: 4K: Motion JPEGFull HD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Variable (average) bit rateAudio: MOV: Line

533SpecificationsFull HD (29.97p/25.00p/24.00p/23.98p)/IPB (Standard):10 Mbps or fasterFull HD (29.97p/25.00p)/IPB (Light) : 10 Mbps or fasterFocus me

534SpecificationsISO speed settings: Range for movie shooting and 4K settableTime code: AppendableDrop frames: Compatible with 119.9p/59.94p/29.97pSou

535Specifications•PlaybackImage display format:Single-image display (without shooting information), Single-image display (with basic information), Sin

536Specifications• Image TransferTransferrable files: Still photos (JPEG, RAW, RAW+JPEG images), Movies* Transferring only the protected images is pos

537Specifications• InterfaceDIGITAL terminal: SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0)Computer communication, Connect Station CS100 connectionHDMI mini OUT terminal:T

538Specifications• Operation EnvironmentWorking temperature range:0°C - 45°C / 32°F - 113°FWorking humidity: 85% or less• Battery Pack LP-E19Type: Rec

539Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corpora

Turning on the Power54When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon <

540Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Is RecommendedThis product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories.C

541Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your hous

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54915Software OverviewI

55When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone have been reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the st

550EOS Solution DiskVarious software for EOS cameras is contained on the EOS Solution Disk.(Software Instruction Manuals are not contained on the EOS

551Installing the Software Downloading from the Canon websiteYou can download the following software and Software Instruction Manuals from the Canon

552Numerics10- or 2-sec. self-timer... 1504, 9, 36, or 100 images...352H 4096x2160 (movie)...312AAC adapter

553IndexAuto time setting (GPS) ...222Autofocus 9 AFAutomatic selection (AF)...92, 98Av (Aperture-priority AE)...233, 298BB/W

554IndexCustom Functions...420, 423Custom Quick Control... 461Custom shooting modes ... 474Custom white bala

555IndexFlash exposure bracketing(FEB) ...267Flash exposurecompensation ...260, 267Flash mode...

556IndexErasing ... 386Highlight alert ...350Histogram ...351F

557IndexLive View Shooting ...271Exposure simulation ...281Face+Tracking...285FlexiZone - Sin

558IndexHDMI output ...338, 340Headphones ...324High Frame Rate ... 318Information disp

559IndexCharging ... 42Household power... 485Possible shots... 54, 158, 273Recharge perfor

3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone56 Turn the <5> dial to select [Zone], then press <0>. Turn the <5> dial to select the time zone

560IndexSound recording/Sound-Recording Level... 322Speaker ... 27, 364, 369Specifications ...

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573 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone5Set the daylight saving time. Set it if necessary. Turn the <5> dial to select [Y]. Press <0> so &

581Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Under the [52] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the <Q> butto

59The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-S or EF-M lenses.1Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap an

6Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery (p.47).To charge the battery, see page 42.2Insert the card (p.49).The left slot is for CF cards, and the right

Attaching and Detaching a Lens60While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow. Turn the lens until it stops, then detac

611Detach the eyecup. While grasping both sides of the eyecup, slide it upward to detach it.2Make the adjustment. Turn the knob left or right so tha

Basic Operation62The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.

63Basic Operation(1)After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial.When you press a button such as <W>, <o>, <Q>, or <i>, th

Basic Operation64(1)After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial.When you press a button such as <W>, <o>, <Q>, or <i>, th

65Basic OperationThe <9> consists of an eight-direction key and a button at the center. Use your thumb to tilt the <9> in the desired dire

Basic Operation66During movie shooting, the touch pad provides a quiet way to adjust the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO speed, so

67Basic OperationYou can illuminate the top and rear LCD panels by pressing the <U> button. Turn on (9) or off the LCD panel illumination by pre

68You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control.The basic operating procedures are

69Q Quick Control for Shooting FunctionsYou can customize the layout of the Quick Control screen. This feature lets you display and position the shoot

7Quick Start Guide6Set the shooting mode to <d> (p.228).Press the <W> button.Look at the top LCD panel and turn the <6> or <5&g

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions70 Select the desired function and press <0>. The function setting screen will appear. Turn the <6>

71You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc.3 Menu Operations<5> Quick Control Dial<M&g

3 Menu Operations721Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Select a tab. Each time you press the <Q>

733 Menu OperationsExample: Highlight tone priorityDimmed menu items cannot be set. The menu item is dimmed if another function setting is overriding

74If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera.1Select [Format card]. Under the [51

75Before You Start The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full of images or data. A card-related

Before You Start76You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved.1Select [Beep]. Under the [z3] tab, select [Beep], then press <0

77Before You StartYou can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after shooting. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold].

Before You Start78Shooting Function SettingsAFShooting mode d (Program AE)Case 1 - 6Case1/Parameter settings of all cases clearedAF operation One-Shot

79Before You StartImage Recording SettingsCamera SettingsImage size 3 (Large) Auto power off 1 min.JPEG quality 8 Beeper EnablePicture Style Standard

8Icons in this Manual<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.<9> : Indicates the Multi-controller.<0

Before You Start80Live View Shooting SettingsLive View shootingEnableAF method u+TrackingGrid display HideExposure simulationEnableSilent LV shootingM

81You can display a grid in the viewfinder to help you check the camera tilt or compose the shot.1Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, se

82You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder to help you correct the camera tilt.1Press the <B> button. Each

83Q Displaying the Electronic LevelAn electronic level can be displayed on the upper part of the viewfinder. Since this indicator is displayed during

84The shooting function settings (Shooting mode, Metering mode, White balance, Drive mode, AF operation, Flicker detection) can be displayed in the vi

85When [z Help] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, the feature’s description (Help) can be displayed. The Help screen is displayed only wh

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872Setting the AF andDrive ModesThe AF points in the viewfinder are arranged to make AF shooting suitable for a wide variety of subjects and scenes.Yo

88You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting conditions or subject.1Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <AF>.2Press th

89f: Selecting the AF OperationSuited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. The AF point wh

9ChaptersIntroduction2Getting Started41Setting the AF and Drive Modes87Image Settings151GPS Settings211Exposure Control for Photographic Expressions22

f: Selecting the AF Operation90This AF operation is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shut

91The camera has 61 AF points for autofocusing. You can select the AF area selection mode and AF point(s) suiting the scene or subject.You can select

S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point92 AF point expansion (Manual selection, surrounding points)The manually-selected AF point <S> and the surro

93S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point1Press the <S> button (9).2Press the <B> button. Look through the viewfinder and press the <B>

S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point94You can manually select the AF point or zone.1Press the <S> button (9). The AF points will be displayed i

95S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointPressing the <S> button lights up the AF points that are cross-type AF points for high-precision autofocus

96For pinpoint focusing over a narrower area than with single-point AF. Select one AF point <O> to focus.Effective for pinpoint focusing or focu

97AF Area Selection ModesThe manually-selected AF point <S> and surrounding AF points <w> are used to focus. Focusing is performed over a

AF Area Selection Modes98The AF area is divided into three focusing zones (left, center, and right) for focusing. Since the focusing area is larger th

99AF Area Selection Modes When AI Servo AF mode is set for Automatic selection AF, Large Zone AF, or Zone AF, the active AF point <S> will keep