Canon 7D Instruction Manual

This basic manual covers only the most basic operations. For other features and more details, see the Camera Instruction Manual PDF le in the CD-RO

101Introduction 2Item Check List... 3Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs ...

100If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighti

101This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high

3 Setting Noise ReductionN102Noise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer.1Select [Long exp. noise reduction]. Under the [z3]

103You can reduce overexposed highlight areas.1Select [Highlight tone priority]. Under the [z3] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press <

104Peripheral light fall-off is a phenomenon that makes the image corners look darker due to the lens characteristics. Color fringing along subject ou

1053 Correction of Lens Peripheral Illumination and Aberrations1Select the setting. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the attac

106If 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

1075GPS SettingsThis chapter explains the camera’s built-in GPS settings. The EOS 7D Mark II (G) can receive satellite navigation signals from GPS sat

108Note the following when using the GPS function. In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore, be sure to use GPS

109To 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,

11Contents423Basic Shooting 67A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...68A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)

Acquiring GPS Signals1101Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press <0>.2Select [GPS information displa

111Acquiring GPS SignalsPlay back the images and press the <B> button to display the shooting information screen (p.155). Then tilt <9> up

112The interval (time) to update the geotag information can be set. Although updating the geotag information at shorter intervals will make it more ac

113Camera orientation information (the direction the camera is facing) can be appended to the image.1Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Ena

114When using the GPS logging function, the geotag information of the route the camera traveled is automatically recorded in the camera’s internal mem

1156Advanced OperationsIn the <d> <s> <f> <a> <F> shooting modes, you can select the shutter speed, aperture, and other

116The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.*<d> stands for Prog

117In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure matching the brightness of t

118In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure suiting the subject

119In 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

Contents12765GPS Settings 107GPS Precautions... 108Acquiring GPS Signals ...

a: Manual Exposure120If the ISO speed is set to A (AUTO), you can set exposure compensation (p.122) as follows.•[z2: Expo. comp./AEB]• Under [83: Cust

121You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. In the <A> mode, evaluative metering is set automatically.1Press the &l

122Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera.Exposure compensatio

123By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successiv

124Use 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

125In the <d> <s> <f> <a> <F> modes, just press the <D> button to raise the built-in flash for flash photography.

D Using the Built-in Flash126Effective Range of Built-in Flash(Approx. in meters/feet)ISO SpeedEF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STMEF-S15-85mm f/3-5.6 IS USM

1277Shooting 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 sh

1281Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <A>.2Display the Live View image. Press the <0> button.X The Live View image will

129A Shooting with the LCD MonitorSet [z5: Live View shoot.] (the [z3] tab in <A>) to [Enable].Number of Possible Shots with Live View Shooting(

13Contents1098Shooting Movies 139k Shooting Movies ...140Autoexposure Shooting...

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor130 Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.Information DisplayISO speedPossible

131You can select an AF method to suit the shooting conditions and your subject. The following AF methods are provided: [u(face)+Tracking] (p.132), [F

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)132The camera detects and focuses on human faces. If a face moves, the AF point <p> also moves to track the face.1D

133Using AF to Focus (AF Method)4Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128)

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)134You can focus over a wide area with up to 31 AF points (automatic selection). This wide area can also be divided into

135Using AF to Focus (AF Method)4Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128)

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)136The camera focuses with a single AF point. This is effective when you want to focus on a particular subject.1Display t

137You 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 Manually1385Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens’s focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press

1398Shooting MoviesMovie shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <k>. For cards that can record movies,

14Camera 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

140When the shooting mode is set to <A>, <d>, or <F>, autoexposure control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness.

141k 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 Movies142When the shooting mode is <f>, you can manually set the aperture for movie shooting. The ISO speed and shutter speed will be

143k 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 Movies144 Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.* Applies to a single movie clip.Information Displ

145With [z4: Movie rec quality] (the [z2] tab in <A>), you can set the movie recording format, movie recording size (size, frame rate, compressi

3 Setting the Movie Recording Size146You can select the movie’s size, frame rate, and compression method. Image SizeL 1920x1080Full High-Definition (

1473 Setting the Movie Recording Size Compression MethodW ALL-I (For editing/I-only)Compresses one frame at a time for recording. Although the file s

3 Setting the Movie Recording Size148Records the movie at a frame rate of 24.00 fps. Applies to Full HD quality.If [Enable] is set, the movie is recor

1493 Setting the Movie Recording Size In MOV Format (Approx.) In MP4 Format (Approx.)Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per MinuteMovie Record

15Handling Precautions If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions before using it. If you have not used the camer

3 Setting the Movie Recording Size150 Movie Files Exceeding 4 GBEven if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting without interruption.

1519Image PlaybackThis chapter explains basic procedures to play back images and movies.Images shot and saved with another deviceThe camera may not be

1521Play back the image. Press the <x> button.X The last image captured or played back will appear.2Select an image. To play back images start

153x Image Playback3Exit the image playback. Press the <x> button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state.With the shooti

154 Basic information displayB: Shooting Information DisplaySample Information for Still PhotosShutter speedFolder number - File numberRatingEye-Fi c

155B: Shooting Information Display Shooting information display • Detailed informationExposure compensation amountShutter speedShooting mode/Multiple

B: Shooting Information Display156• Lens/Histogram information• GPS informationHistogram display (Brightness)Lens nameFocal lengthHistogram display (R

157B: Shooting Information Display• < > and < > modes: Shutter speed, aperture and ISO speed are not displayed.• < > mode: Aperture

158You can search for images quickly with the index display showing 4, 9, 36, or 100 images on one screen.1Press the <u> button. During image p

159You 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

16Nomenclature<o> Drive mode selection/AF operation/AF method selection button (p.89/74/131)<m> Flash exposure compensation/ISO speed sett

1601Play back the image. Press the <x> button to display an image.2Select a movie. Turn the <5> dial to select the movie to be played.

161k Playing MoviesMovie Playback PanelOperation Playback Description7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop.8 Slow motionAdjust the s

162You can either select and erase unnecessary images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images will not be erased.Once an image is eras

16310Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals /Downloading Images to Your ComputerThis chapter explains how to install the Camera Instruction Manual CD-

164The Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM contains the following electronic manuals (PDF): Camera Instruction ManualExplains all the camera functions a

165Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM3Double-click the START file.X The screen shown in step 4 will appear. The icon displayed will differ

166You can use EOS software to download the images in the camera to your computer. There are two ways to do this.1Install the software (p.170).2Use th

167Downloading Images to a ComputerYou can use a card reader to download images to your computer.1Install the software (p.170).2Insert the card into t

168EOS DIGITAL Solution DiskThis disk contains various software for EOS DIGITAL cameras.With the camera connected to a computer, EOS Utility enables y

169Software OverviewAn Internet connection is necessary to install the software below. Insert the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk into your Internet-connect

17Nomenclature<B> Info button (p.52, 63, 66, 111, 113, 130, 144, 152)<p> AF area selection lever (p.50)LCD panel (p.19-20)EyecupViewfinder

1701Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, then double-click on [Ca

171Contains the Software Instruction Manuals.1 Insert the [Software INSTRUCTION MANUAL] CD-ROM into your computer.2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. For

172Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corpora

173Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Is RecommendedThis product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories.C

174Safety WarningsFollow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.Preventing Serious Injury or De

175• Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to prevent electrical shoc

176Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage• Do not leave equipment inside a car under the hot sun or near a heat source. The equipment may become hot an

177Digital Camera Model DS126461 SystemsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)

178USA 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 re

179MEMOCOPY

18NomenclatureDioptric adjustment knob (p.46)Speaker (for sound)<b/X>Creative Photo/ Comparative playback (Two-image display) button (p.98)<c

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19NomenclatureLCD Panel* The display will show only the settings currently applied.Shutter speedFE lock (FEL)Busy (buSY)Built-in flash recycling (buSY

2The EOS 7D Mark II (G) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, Dual DIGIC

Nomenclature20<J> CF card selection iconISO speed (p.97)<i> ISO speed (p.97)<A> Highlight tone priority (p.103)Exposure level indica

21NomenclatureViewfinder Information* The display will show only the settings currently applied.Electronic level (p.64)Spot metering circle (p.121)Gri

Nomenclature22<z> Battery check (p.38)<A> AE lock (p.124) AEB in-progress (p.123)<D> Flash-ready(p.125) Improper FE lock warning<

23NomenclatureMode DialYou can set the shooting mode. Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button).A : S

Nomenclature24EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM LensEF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM LensFocusing ring (p.88, 137)Focus mode switch (p.42) Zoom position index

25NomenclatureBattery Charger LC-E6Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30).Battery Charger LC-E6ECharger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30).Bat

Nomenclature26Pass 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

27NomenclatureWhen connecting the camera to a computer, printer or Wireless File Transmitter, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon.When

Nomenclature28Using a Genuine Interface Cable (sold separately)If you use a genuine interface cable (sold separately), run the cable through the clamp

291Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.Minimizing Dust When changing lenses,

3Before starting, check that all the following items are included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.* Battery Charger LC-E

301Remove the protective cover. Detach the protective cover provided with the battery.2Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the

31Charging the Battery Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.Charge the battery before use. Recharge the battery on the day before or on th

32Load a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N (or LP-E6) into the camera. The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and darkens

33The camera can use a CF card and an SD card. Images can be recorded when at least one card is installed in the camera.If both types of card are inse

Installing and Removing the Card343Close the cover. Close the cover and slide it in the direction shown by the arrows until it snaps shut.X When you

35Installing and Removing the Card1Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover. If [Re

Installing and Removing the Card36 When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to, read from, or erased from

37If you turn on the power switch and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 39 to set the date/time/zone.<1> : The camera turns on

Turning on the Power38When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b)

39When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone are reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the steps be

4The instruction manual consists of a booklet, leaflets, and electronic manuals (PDF files on the CD-ROM). The booklet is the Basic Instruction Manual

3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone404Set the date and time. Turn the <5> dial to select the number. Press <0> so <r> is displayed.

413 Selecting the Interface Language The date/time that were set will start from when you press <0> in step 6. In step 3, the time displayed o

42The camera is compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-M lenses.1Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap a

43Attaching and Detaching a LensTurn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers. If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zoom ring a

Attaching and Detaching a Lens44A lens hood can block unwanted light and prevent rain, snow, dust, etc. adhering to the front of the lens. Before stor

45When you use the IS lens’s built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on t

46Turn 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 tur

47Basic OperationThe shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.

Basic Operation48Turn the dial while holding down the lock release button at the center of the dial.Use it to set the shooting mode.(1)After pressing

49Basic Operation(1)After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial.When you press a button such as <n> <o> <m>, the respective fun

5The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity: If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, it is re

Basic Operation50The <p> lever can be tilted to the right. Use it to select the AF area selection mode.After pressing the <S> button, tilt

51Basic OperationDuring movie shooting, the touch pad provides a quiet way to adjust the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO speed, so

Basic Operation52Turn on (9) or off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the <U> button. During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button c

53You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control.1Press the <Q> button (7).X

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions54 Select a function and press <0>. The function setting screen will appear. Turn the <6> or <5

55You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc.* Certain menu tabs and menu items are not displayed

3 Menu Operations561Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Select a tab. Each time you press the <Q>

573 Menu OperationsExample: When Multi Shot Noise Reduction is setDimmed menu items cannot be set. The menu item is dimmed if another function setting

58If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera.When the card is formatted, all image

59Before You Start 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-relat

6Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery (p.32). To charge the battery, see page 30.2Insert the card (p.33). The camera-front side slot is for a CF card,

Before You Start60You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved or during self-timer operation.1Select [Beep]. Under the [z1] tab,

61Before You StartYou can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor just after shooting. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not

62You 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

63You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder to help you correct camera tilt.1Press the <B> button. Each tim

Q Displaying the Electronic Level64An electronic level can be displayed on the upper part of the viewfinder. Since this can be displayed while you sho

65The shooting function settings (Shooting mode, White balance, Drive mode, AF operation, Metering mode, Image quality: JPEG/RAW, Flicker detection) c

66When [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

672Basic ShootingThis chapter explains how to use the Mode Dial’s <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) mode for easy picture taking.In the <A> mod

68<A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus automatically

69A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)4Take the picture. Press the shutter button completely to take the picture.X The captured image

7Quick Start Guide6While holding down the center of the Mode Dial, set it to <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.23). All the necessary camera setti

A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)70 Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus on the subject.If the focus mode switch on t

71Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective.In the <A> mode, pr

A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)72You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. For de

733Setting 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

74You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In the <A> mode, “AI Focus AF” is set automaticall

75f: Selecting the AF OperationNSuited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. When focus is

f: Selecting the AF OperationN76This AF operation is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shu

77f: Selecting the AF OperationNWhen you press the shutter button halfway and the camera is focusing with AF, the <i> icon will appear on the lo

78The camera has 65 AF points for autofocusing. You can select the AF area selection mode and AF point(s) suiting the scene or subject.Depending on th

79S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointNAF point expansion (Manual selection, surrounding points)The manually-selected AF point <S> and the surro

8Icons in this Manual<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.<p> : Indicates the AF area selection leve

S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN801Press the <S> button. (9)2Operate the <p> or <B> button. Look through the viewfinder and op

81S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointNYou can manually select the AF point or zone.1Press the <S> button.X The AF points will be displayed in t

82The camera’s AF sensor has 65 AF points. The illustration below shows the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. With f/2.8 or larger max

83Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Dual cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and

Lenses and Usable AF Points84Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Cross-type AF point. Subject tr

85Lenses and Usable AF PointsAutofocusing with only 45 points is possible. (Not possible with all 65 AF points.) All the AF area selection modes are s

Lenses and Usable AF Points86AF is possible with the center AF point and the adjacent AF points above, below, on the left, and on the right. Only the

87You can easily fine-tune AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or scene just by selecting an option from case 1 to case 6. This feature is called

881Set the lens’s focus mode switch to <MF>.X <4 L> will be displayed on the LCD panel.2Focus on the subject. Focus by turning the lens’s

89Single and continuous drive modes are provided. You can select the drive mode suiting the scene or subject.1Press the <o > button. (9)2Select

9For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.ChaptersIntroduction2Getting Started29Basic

90Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.1Press the <o > button. (9)2Select the self-timer. While looking at the LCD panel or vi

914Image SettingsThis chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lightin

92If either a CF card or SD card is already inserted in the camera, you can start recording captured images. When only one card is inserted, you do no

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

3 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback94If [Record func.] is set to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the card for recording and playi

95You 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

3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality96Guide to Image-Recording Quality Settings (Approx.)*1: b is suitable for playing the images on a digital photo

97Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. With the <A> mode selected, the ISO speed will be set

98By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject.The Picture Style is set aut

99White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the [Q] (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natural-look