Canon 1D X User Manual

EINSTRUCTIONMANUALEINSTRUCTION MANUALThe “Software Start Guide” is included at the end of this manual.COPY

10Contents1211109Viewing the Images on TV ... 269J Protecting Images...

3 Customizing AF Functions100You can set whether or not to display the AF point(s) in the following cases: 1. When selecting the AF point(s), 2. When

1013 Customizing AF FunctionsThe AF points and grid in the viewfinder can be illuminated in red when focus is achieved.AUTO: AutoThe AF points and gri

102Fine adjustment of the AF’s point of focus is possible for viewfinder shooting and in Live View shooting’s [Quick mode]. This is called “AF Microad

1033 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus4Make the adjustment. Turn the <5> dial to make the adjustment. The adjustable range is ±20 steps.

3 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus104You can perform AF Microadjustment for each lens and register the adjustment in the camera. You can registe

1053 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of FocusEnter the serial number. Turn the <5> dial to select the digit, then press <0> to display <

3 Fine Adjustment of AF’s Point of Focus1064Make the adjustment. For a zoom lens, turn the <5> dial and select the wide-angle (W) or telephoto (

1073 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

108Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the viewfinder’s focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjec

109When Autofocus Fails1Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>.2Focus the subject. Focus by turning the lens focusing ring until the subject lo

11Contents1314Custom Function Settings... 320C.Fn1: Exposure ...

110Single and continuous shooting drive modes are provided.1Press the <o> button. (9)2Select the drive mode. While looking at the top LCD panel

111R: Selecting the Drive Mode6 : Single: Silent shootingThe shooting sound for single shooting is quieter than <u>. The internal mechanical ope

112Use 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,

113Image SettingsThis chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lightin

114If a card is inserted in either Card f or Card g, you can start shooting. When only one card is inserted, the procedures described on pages 114 to

1153 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback StandardImages will be recorded to the card selected with [Record/play]. Auto switch cardSame as

1163 Selecting the Card for Recording and PlaybackIf [Record func.] is set to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the card for recording and play

117You can set the image size (number of recorded pixels for JPEG/RAW) and JPEG quality (compression rate).3, H, 5, or 6 will record the image as a JP

118Setting the Image-Recording Quality Using the Menu Screen to Set the Image Size 1Select [Img type/size]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Img type/size

119Setting the Image-Recording QualityImage Size Setting Examples3 only61+51+31 only If [–] is set for both RAW and JPEG, 3 will be set. The number

12Power Charging the battery Î p.30 Battery check Î p.39 Battery information checkÎ p.360 Power outlet Î p.361 Auto power off Î p.57Card Format Î p.55

120Setting the Image-Recording Quality The file size, possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting are based on Canon’s 8 GB testing

121Setting the Image-Recording QualityA RAW image is raw data output by the image sensor converted to digital data. The image data is recorded to the

122Setting the Image-Recording QualityCustom Controls let you assign image-recording quality to the <B> button, Multi-function button 2, or dept

123Setting the Image-Recording QualityFor JPEG images, the recording quality (compression rate) can be set separately for each image size: 3, H, 5, an

124Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. Regarding the ISO speed during movie shooting, see pages 2

125i: Setting the ISO SpeedIf the ISO speed is set to “A” (Auto), the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button h

126i: Setting the ISO SpeedYou can set the manually-settable ISO speed range (minimum and maximum limits). You can set the minimum limit within L (ISO

127i: Setting the ISO SpeedYou can set the ISO speed range for Auto ISO within ISO 100 - 51200. You can set the minimum limit within ISO 100 - 25600,

128i: Setting the ISO SpeedWhen Auto ISO is set, you can set the minimum shutter speed (1/250 sec. to 1 sec.) so that the automatically-set shutter sp

129By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject.1Select [Picture Style]. U

13Index to FeaturesShooting Shooting mode Î p.24 Multiple exposures Î p.180 Mirror lockup Î p.187 Depth-of-field preview Î p.170 Remote Switch Î p.179

1303 Selecting a Picture StyleR LandscapeFor vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images. Effective for impressive landscapes.S NeutralThi

1313 Selecting a Picture StyleThe symbols of the Picture Style selection screen refer to parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. The numerals i

132You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test sh

1333 Customizing a Picture Style4Set the parameter. Turn the <5> dial to set the parameter as desired, then press <0>. Press the <M&g

1343 Customizing a Picture StyleFor Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explain

135You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User

1363 Registering a Picture Style5Select a parameter. Turn the <5> dial to select a parameter such as [Sharpness], then press <0>.6Set the

137White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natur

138Custom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy. Perform this procedure under th

139O Custom White Balance4Photograph a solid-white object. The plain, white object should fill the spot metering circle. Focus manually and set the

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

140O Custom White Balance Select image on cardFirst follow step 4 under “Record and register WB” (p.138) to take a picture of a plain, white object. T

141O Custom White Balance1Select the Custom WB Number. On the Custom WB registration screen, select the number of the registered Custom WB.2Select [S

142O Custom White Balance2Select [Edit WB name]. Turn the <5> dial to select [Edit WB name], then press <0>.3Enter text. Press the <Q

143You can set the white balance’s color temperature numerically in Kelvins. This function is for advanced users.1Press the <B> button. (9)2Sele

144You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature

145u White Balance CorrectionWith just one shot, three images having a different color balance can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temp

146If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighti

147This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high

1483 Noise Reduction SettingsNoise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer.1Select [Long exp. noise reduction]. Under the [z2]

1493 Noise Reduction Settings With [Auto] and [Enable], after the picture is taken, the noise reduction process may take the same amount of time as t

15Handling PrecautionsLCD Panel and LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effecti

150You can minimize overexposed highlight areas.1Select [Highlight tone priority]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press &

151Peripheral light fall-off occurs in lenses whose characteristics make the image corners look darker. Color fringing along subject outlines is anoth

1523 Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction1Select the setting. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the a

1533 Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration CorrectionThe camera already contains lens peripheral illumination correction data and chroma

154You 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

1553 Creating and Selecting a Folder With the folder selection screen displayed, turn the <5> dial to select the desired folder, then press <

156The file name has four alphanumeric characters followed by a four-digit image number (p.158) and extension. The first four alphanumeric characters

1573 Changing the File Name 4Exit the setting. Enter the required number of alphanumeric characters, then press the <M> button.X The new file n

158The four-digit file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 to 9999

1593 File Numbering MethodsThe file numbering restarts from 0001 each time the card is replaced or a new folder is created.When you replace the card,

16Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery (p.34). To charge the battery, see page 30.2Insert a card (p.35). Two cards can be inserted.3Attach the lens (p

160When you set the copyright information, it will be recorded to the image as Exif information.1Select [Copyright information]. Under the [54] tab,

1613 Setting Copyright InformationWhen you select [Display copyright info.] in step 2 on the preceding page, you can check the [Author] and [Copyright

162The range of reproducible colors is called the color space. With this camera, the color space for captured images can be set to sRGB or Adobe RGB.

163Exposure ControlSelect the shooting mode to suit the subject or shooting objective. You can set the shutter speed and/or aperture to obtain the exp

164The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.* <d> stands for Pro

165d: Program AE4Take the picture. Compose the shot and press the shutter button completely. If the “30"” shutter speed and the maximum apertur

166d: Program AE The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.Aim the center of the Area AF frame over an area with good c

167In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure suiting the brightness of th

168s: Shutter-Priority AE If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the

169In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure suiting the subject

17Quick Start Guide6Set the shooting mode to <d> (p.164). Press the <W> button. Look at the top LCD panel and turn the <6/5> dial to

170f: Aperture-Priority AEThe aperture opening (diaphragm) changes only at the moment when the picture is taken. Otherwise, the aperture remains fully

171In 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

172a: Manual Exposure4Set the exposure. Check the exposure level and set the desired shutter speed and aperture. If the difference with the standard

173You can select one of four methods to measure the subject’s brightness.1Press the <Q> button. (9)2Select the metering mode. While looking at

174q Selecting the Metering ModeWith multiple spot meter readings, you can see the relative exposure levels of multiple areas in the picture and set t

175Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera.Exposure compensatio

176By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successiv

177Use 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

178When bulb shooting is set, the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter

179Bulb ExposuresIf you use the self-timer or bulb and take a picture without looking through the viewfinder, stray light entering the eyepiece can th

18NomenclatureSelf-timer lamp (p.112)Contacts (p.15)Lens mountLens lock pinGripVertical-grip Main Dial (p.49, 47)Vertical-grip Multi-function button 2

180You can shoot two to nine exposures to be merged into one image. If you shoot multiple-exposure images with Live View shooting (p.199), you can see

181P Multiple Exposures3Set [Multi-expos ctrl]. Select the desired multiple-exposure control method, then press <0>. AdditiveThe exposure of e

182P Multiple Exposures5Set the images to be saved. To save all the single exposures and the merged multiple-exposure image, select [All images], the

183P Multiple Exposures8 Shoot subsequent exposures.X When [On:Func/Ctrl] is set, the merged multiple-exposure image will be displayed. With Live Vie

184P Multiple ExposuresYou can select an image recorded in the card as the first single exposure. The original of the selected image will remain intac

185P Multiple ExposuresWhen [On:Func/Ctrl] is set and you have not finished shooting the set number of exposures, you can press the <x> button t

186P Multiple Exposures Are there any restrictions on the image-recording quality?All JPEG image-recording quality settings can be selected. If 41 or

187Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations (mirror shock) can also h

1882 Mirror Lockup In very bright light such as at the beach or a ski slope on a sunny day, take the picture promptly after mirror lockup. Do not po

189Flash PhotographyThis chapter explains how to shoot with an EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) or non-Canon flash unit and how to

19NomenclatureFlash-sync contactsHot shoe<6> Main Dial (p.47)<O> Exposure compensation/Aperture button (p.175/171)<B> White balance

190An EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) makes flash photography as easy as normal shooting.For detailed instructions, refer to the EX-series Speed

191D 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

192D Flash Photography If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate prope

193With 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

1943 Setting the FlashYou can set the flash-sync speed for flash photography in the aperture-priority AE (f) mode. : AutoThe flash sync speed is set

1953 Setting the FlashThe information and available functions displayed on the screen will differ depending on the Speedlite, current flash mode, flas

1963 Setting the Flash Wireless functionsWireless (multiple) flash shooting is possible with radio or optical transmission. For details on wireless f

1973 Setting the Flash Flash exposure compensationThe same setting as “Flash exposure compensation” on page 190 can be set.For details, refer to the

1983 Setting the FlashFor details on the Speedlite’s Custom Functions, refer to the Speedlite’s instruction manual.1Select [Flash C.Fn settings]. Sel

199Shooting 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 shoot

2The EOS-1D X is the top-of-the-line EOS DIGITAL high-performance digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a full-frame (approx. 36 x 24 mm) CMOS s

20Nomenclature<Q> Metering mode selection/Flash exposure compensation button (p.173/190)<W> Shooting mode selection button (p.164, 201, 22

200During Live View shooting, you can take still photos. To shoot movies, see page 219.1Select [LV z/k set.]. Under the [z4] tab, select [LV z/k set.

2011Select the shooting mode. Press the <W> button and turn the <6> or <5> dial to select the shooting mode.2Focus the subject. Wh

202A Shooting with the LCD MonitorBattery Life with Live View Shooting [Approx. number of shots] The figures above are based on a fully-charged Batt

203A Shooting with the LCD Monitor Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.About the Information DisplayISO spe

204A Shooting with the LCD MonitorThe final image simulation reflects the effects of the Picture Style, white balance, etc., in the Live View image so

205While the Live View image is displayed, if you press the <W>, <o>, <Q>, <S>, <i>, <O>, or <B> button, the

206Function settings particular to Live View shooting are explained here. The menu options under the [z4] tab are explained on pages 206-208. The func

2073 Menu Function Settings Exposure simulationExposure simulation displays and simulates how the brightness of the actual image (exposure) will look

2083 Menu Function Settings Silent LV shooting• Mode 1The shooting operation noise is quieter than with normal shooting. Continuous shooting is also

209The AF modes available are [Live mode], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.210), and [Quick mode] (p.214).If you want to achieve precise focus, set t

21Nomenclature　 　* Instructions for using the Cable Protector are on page 353.Strap mount (p.29)<M> Menu button (p.53)Terminal cover<x> Pl

210Using AF to Focus3Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.X When focus is achieved, the AF point

211Using AF to Focus2Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus the face covered by the <p> frame.X When foc

212Using AF to FocusAF operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the shutter button halfway will foc

213Using AF to FocusShooting conditions that make focusing difficult Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color, flat surfaces. Subj

214Using AF to FocusThe dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in One-Shot AF mode (p.67), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting.Although

215Using AF to Focus3Select the AF point. Use the <9> to select an AF point. If you press <9> straight down, the center AF point (or cent

216You can magnify the image and focus precisely with manual focus.1Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focu

217Live View Shooting CautionsImage Quality When you shoot at high ISO speeds, noise (such as dots of light and banding) may become noticeable. Shoot

218Live View Shooting CautionsLive View Image Under low- or bright-light conditions, the Live View image may not reflect the brightness of the captur

219Shooting MoviesThe live image displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor can be recorded as a movie to the card. The movie recording format will be MOV.

22NomenclatureViewfinder InformationThe display will show only the settings currently applied.Spot metering circle (p.173)Focusing screen (p.327)Grid

220Set the camera so it can record the live image displayed on the LCD monitor as a movie. To shoot still photos, see page 199.1Select [LV z/k set.].

221When the shooting mode is set to <d> or <BULB>, autoexposure control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness. Autoexpos

222k Shooting MoviesWhen the shooting mode is <s>, you can manually set the shutter speed for movie shooting. The ISO speed and aperture will be

223k Shooting MoviesWhen the shooting mode is <f>, you can manually set the aperture for movie shooting. The ISO speed and shutter speed will be

224k Shooting MoviesISO speed in the d, s, f, and BULB modes The ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100 - 25600. Under [z2: ISO speed set

225k Shooting MoviesYou can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for a

226k Shooting MoviesISO speed during manual-exposure shooting With [Auto] (A), the ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100 - 25600. You c

227k Shooting Movies Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.* Applies to a single movie clip.Information Displa

228k Shooting MoviesNotes on Movie Shooting The camera cannot autofocus continuously like a camcorder. Autofocusing during movie shooting may moment

229k Shooting MoviesNotes on Movie ShootingThe final image simulation is a function that allows you to see the effects of the Picture Style, white bal

23Nomenclature<A> AE lock (p.177) AEB in-progress (p.176) Multi-spot metering (p.174)<D> Flash-ready (p.190) Improper FE lock warning<

230k Shooting MoviesWhile shooting a movie, you can also take a still photo by pressing the shutter button completely.Taking still photos during movie

231k Shooting Movies AEB cannot be used. Even if an external Speedlite is used, it will not fire. Continuous still photo shooting is possible durin

232If you press the <W>, <o>, <S>, <i >, <O>, or <B> button while the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, the s

233With [z4: Movie rec. size], you can set the movie’s image size, frame rate per second, and compression method. The frame rate switches automaticall

2343 Setting the Movie-Recording Size About Movies Exceeding 4 GBEven if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting without interruption

2353 Setting the Movie-Recording Size An increase of the camera’s internal temperature may cause movie shooting to stop before the maximum recording

236You can shoot movies while recording sound with the built-in monaural microphone or with a commercially-available stereo microphone. You can also f

2373 Setting the Sound Recording Using the microphoneThe built-in microphone records monaural sound. Stereo sound recording is possible by connecting

238This function is convenient when you want to change the ISO speed, sound-recording level, etc., silently while shooting a movie.When [z5: Silent Co

239The time code is a time reference recorded automatically to synchronize the video and audio during movie shooting. It is recorded at all times in t

24NomenclatureTop LCD PanelThe display will show only the settings currently applied.ApertureAEB amountDust Delete Data acquisition (- -)Shooting mode

2403 Setting the Time CodeYou can select what to display on the movie playback screen.[Rec time] : Displays the recording time and playback time durin

241[z4] MenuWhen you select [Movies] under [z4: LV z /k set.], the [z4] [z5] tabs for movie shooting will appear. The menu options are as follows. AF

2423 Menu Function Settings Silent LV shootingThis function applies to still photo shooting. For details, see page 208. Metering timerYou can change

243Movie Shooting CautionsWhite <s> and Red <E> Internal Temperature Warning Icons If the camera’s internal temperature increases due to

244Movie Shooting CautionsRecording and Image Quality If you use a card with a slow writing speed, a five-level indicator may appear on the right of

245Image PlaybackThis chapter explains how to play back and erase photos and movies, how to display them on a TV screen, and other playback-related fu

2461Play back the image. Press the <x> button.X The last captured image or last image viewed will appear.2Select an image. To play back images

247x Image Playback3Exit the image playback. Press the <x> button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state.With single-ima

248* When you shoot in RAW+JPEG image quality, the RAW image file size will be displayed.* During flash photography without flash exposure compensatio

249B: Shooting Information Display About the Highlight AlertWhen [33: Highlight alert] is set to [Enable], overexposed highlight areas will blink. To

25NomenclatureMetering mode (p.173)q Evaluative meteringw Partial meteringr Spot meteringe Center-weighted average metering<y> Flash exposure co

250B: Shooting Information Display About the HistogramThe brightness histogram shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness. The RGB

251You can search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen.1Press the <u> button. During image playb

252x Searching for Images QuicklyWith the single-image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images forward or backward accordi

253You can magnify a captured image by approx. 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor.1Magnify the image. The image can be magnified during image playback (s

254u Magnified ViewUnder the [33] tab, when you select [Magnificatn (apx)], you can set the starting magnification and initial position for the magnif

255You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation.1Select [Rotate image]. Under the [31] tab, select [Rotate image], then press <0&

256You can rate images and movies with one of five rating marks: l/m/n/o/p. This function is called rating.1Select [Rating]. Under the [32] tab, sele

257Setting RatingsUnder [85:J/Kbutton function], if you set [Rating (J and K disabled)] (p.330), you can press the <J> button to rate images/mov

258During playback, you can press the <Q> button to set the following: [K: Protect images, b: Rotate image, 9: Rating, R: RAW image processing (

259Q Quick Control During PlaybackTo rotate an image, set [51: Auto rotate] to [OnzD]. If [51: Auto rotate] is set to [OnD] or [Off], the [b Rotate im

26NomenclatureRear LCD panel*1 : Displayed when GPS Receiver GP-E1/GP-E2 is attached to the camera or when a commercially-available Bluetooth GPS devi

260You can play back movies in the following three ways:Use the provided AV cable or an HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect the camera to

261k Enjoying MoviesThe movie files recorded on the card can be transferred to a personal computer and played with ImageBrowser EX.Playback and Editin

2621Play back the image. Press the <x> button to display images.2Select a movie. Turn the <5> dial to select the movie to be played. Wi

263k Playing MoviesFunction Playback Description2 Exit Returns to the single-image display.7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop.8 S

264You can edit out the first and last scenes of a movie in 1-sec. increments.1On the movie playback screen, select [X].X The movie editing panel will

265X Editing the Movie’s First and Last Scenes4Save the movie. Select [W], then press <0>.X The save screen will appear. To save it as a new m

266You 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 <

2673 Slide Show (Auto Playback)3Set the play time and repeat option. Turn the <5> dial to select [Set up], then press <0>. For still pho

2683 Slide Show (Auto Playback)4Start the slide show. Turn the <5> dial to select [Start], then press <0>.X After [Loading image...] is d

269You can view the still photos and movies on a TV set.HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required.1Connect the HDMI cable to the camera. With

27NomenclatureBattery Pack LP-E4NProtective coverBattery release handleContactsLock leverCOPY

270Viewing the Images on TV5Press the <x> button.X The image will appear on the TV screen. (Nothing will be displayed on the camera’s LCD monito

271Viewing the Images on TV2Connect the camera to a TV set. Use an HDMI cable to connect the camera to the TV.X The TV’s input will switch automatica

272Viewing the Images on TV1Connect the provided AV cable to the camera. With the plug’s <Canon> logo facing the back of the camera, insert it

273Protecting an image prevents it from being erased accidentally.1Select the image to be protected. Press the <3> button to play back images,

274J Protecting Images3Protect the image. Turn the <5> dial to select the image to be protected, then press <0>.X The image will be protec

275You can append a voice memo to a captured image. The voice memo will be saved as a WAV sound file with the same file number as the image. It can be

276K Recording and Playing Voice MemosWhen [85: J/K button function] is set to [Play memo (Hold: Rec. memo)] (p.330), you can play back a voice memo a

277The images recorded on one card can be copied to the other card.1Select [Image copy]. Under the [31] tab, select [Image copy], then press <0>

278a Copying Images 4Select the images to be copied. Turn the <5> dial to select an image to be copied, then press <0>.X The <X> ic

279a Copying Images8Select [OK]. Check the copy source and target card’s information. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], then press <0>.X

28NomenclatureBattery Charger LC-E4NCharger for Battery Pack LP-E4N (p.30).Car battery cable socketCalibration/Performance check buttonCharge lampChar

280You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.273) will not be erased.Once an image is erased,

281L Erasing Images2Select [Select and erase images]. Select [Select and erase images], then press <0>.X The images will be displayed. If you

282You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to read.1Select [LCD brightness]. Under the [52] tab, select [LCD brightness],

283Changing Image Playback SettingsVertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and on the p

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285Post-ProcessingImagesYou can process RAW images with the camera or resize (shrink) JPEG images. The camera may not be able to process images taken

286You can process 1 images with the camera and save them as JPEG images. While the RAW image itself does not change, you can process the RAW image ac

287R Processing RAW Images with the CameraDisplaying the setting screen Press <0> to display the selected function’s setting screen. Turn the &

288R Processing RAW Images with the Camera Brightness adjustmentYou can adjust the image brightness up to ±1 stop in 1/3-stop increments. The displa

289R Processing RAW Images with the Camera Color space (p.162)You can select either sRGB or Adobe RGB. Since the camera’s LCD monitor is not compati

29Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.Attaching the StrapPass the end of the

290R Processing RAW Images with the Camera Chromatic aberration correctionWhen [Enable] is set, the lens’ chromatic aberrations (color fringing alon

291You can resize an image to make the pixel count lower and save it as a new image. Resizing an image is possible only with JPEG 3/H/5 images. JPEG 6

292S ResizeResize Options According to Original Image SizeOriginal Image SizeAvailable Resize SettingsH 5 63 kkkHkk5kCOPY

293Sensor CleaningThe camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit attached to the image sensor’s front layer (low-pass filter) to shake off dust automatica

294Whenever you set the power switch to <1/R> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the fr

295Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that may be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still

2963 Appending Dust Delete Data3Photograph a solid-white object. At a distance of 20 cm - 30 cm (0.7 ft. - 1.0 ft.), fill the viewfinder with a patte

297Dust that could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a blower, etc. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the

2983 Manual Sensor Cleaning While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. Doing any of the following will cut off the power and close the

299Printing Images and TransferringImages to a Computer Printing (p.302)You can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images on

3Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.* Attach Eyecup

301Connect the charger to a power outlet. Connect the power plug to a power outlet, and connect the power cord to the charger. When no battery is at

300The direct printing procedure can be performed entirely with the camera while you look at the LCD monitor.1Set the camera’s power switch to <2&g

301Preparing to Print6Play back the image. Press the <x> button.X The image will appear, and the <w> icon will appear on the upper left t

302The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings may not be available. For details, refer to the printer’

303wPrinting Select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>.X The paper type screen will appear. Select the type of the pa

304wPrinting4Set the printing effects. Set if necessary. If you do not need to set any printing effects, go to step 5. What is displayed on the scre

305wPrinting5Set the date and file number imprinting. Set if necessary. Select <I>, then press <0>. Set as desired, then press <0>

306wPrintingIn step 4 on page 304, select the printing effect. When the <e> icon is highlighted next to <z>, you can press the <B> b

307wPrintingYou can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed.Set the trimming right before printing. If you se

308wPrinting Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area may not be printed as you specified. The smaller you set the trimming frame, the grain

309You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file number imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (Settings

31Charging the Battery Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.Recharge the battery before using. Recharge the battery on the day before or o

310W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)4Exit the setting. Press the <M> button.X The print order screen will reappear. Next, select [Sel.Image]

311W 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

312With a PictBridge printer, you can easily print images with DPOF.1 Prepare to print. See page 300. Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printer”

313You can connect the camera to a personal computer and operate the camera to transfer images on the card to the personal computer. This is called di

314d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer3Set the camera’s power switch to <1>. When the personal computer prompts you to select a progra

315d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Sel.Image1Select [Image transfer]. Under the [32] tab, select [Image transfer], then press <0>

316d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer5Transfer the image. On the computer screen, check that EOS Utility’s top screen is displayed. Select

317Customizing theCameraYou can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences with Custom Functions. Also, you can registe

3183 Custom Functions81: ExposureA LV Shootingk Movie ShootingExposure level incrementsp.320k kISO speed setting increments k In aBracketing auto canc

3193 Custom FunctionsSelecting [87: Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn)] will clear all the Custom Function settings.84: Display/OperationA LV Shootingk Mov

32Charging the BatteryWith Car Battery Cable CB-570 (sold separately), you can connect the charger’s car battery cable socket (<DC IN> terminal)

320Under the [8] tab, you can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. Any settings different from the default will

3213 Custom Function SettingsBracketing sequenceThe AEB shooting sequence and white balance bracketing sequence can be changed.0 - +: 0, -, +- 0+ : -,

3223 Custom Function SettingsSpot metering linked to AF pointYou can enable or disable AF point-linked spot metering in the <r> metering mode. C

3233 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn2: ExposureRestrict shooting modesYou can restrict the shooting modes selectable with the <W> button. Select a

3243 Custom Function SettingsSet shutter speed rangeYou can set the shutter speed range. In the <s> and <a> modes, you can set the shutter

3253 Custom Function SettingsAE MicroadjustmentNormally, this adjustment is not required. Perform this adjustment only if necessary. Note that perform

3263 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn3: DriveContinuous shooting speedYou can set the continuous shooting speed for <o> high-speed continuous shooti

3273 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn4: Display/OperationFocusing ScreenYou can change the focusing screen to an Ec-series focusing screen more suited for

3283 Custom Function SettingsViewfinder info. during exposureYou can enable or disable the viewfinder information displayed during the exposure.OFF: D

3293 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn5: OperationDial direction during Tv/Av Normal Reverse directionYou can reverse the dial’s turning direction when set

33Charging the Battery If the <CAL/CHARGE> lamp lights up but none of the status lamps do, the battery’s internal temperature is outside the re

3303 Custom Function SettingsCustom ControlsYou can assign often-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to your preferences. For details,

3313 Custom Function SettingsC.Fn6: OthersAdd cropping informationIf you set cropping information, vertical lines for the aspect ratio you have set wi

3323 Custom Function SettingsShutter release time lagNormally, the shutter release is controlled for a stable release time lag. By setting [Shortened]

333You can assign frequently-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to your preferences.1Select [85: Custom Controls]. Under the [85] ta

33485: Custom ControlsAssignable Functions to Camera ControlsFunctionPageMetering and AF start 338 k k*1k*1AF stop339kkSwitch to registered AF functio

33585: Custom Controls* The AF stop button ( ) is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses.*kkk kk*2k*2kk k kk*3k*3kk k*4kk k k kkkkkk k kkkkkkkk kC

33685: Custom ControlsFunctionPageImage size selection342One-touch image quality settingOne-touch image quality (hold)Record func+card/folder selectio

33785: Custom Controls* The AF stop button ( ) is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses.*kk*5k*5kk*5k*5kkkkk kkk kk k kkk k kkkkk k k kCOPY

33885: Custom ControlsWhen you press the button assigned to this function, metering and AF are executed.*1: If you assign the [Metering and AF start]

33985: Custom ControlsThe AF will stop while you hold down the button assigned to this function. Convenient when you want to lock the focus during AI

34Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E4N/LP-E4 into the camera. The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and darkens when

34085: Custom ControlsDuring metering, you can select an AF point directly with the <5> dial or <9> without pressing the <S> button.

34185: Custom ControlsDuring flash photography, pressing the button assigned to this function will fire a preflash and record the required flash outpu

34285: Custom ControlsIn manual exposure <a>, you can set the shutter speed with the <6> or <5> dial.In manual exposure <a>, y

34385: Custom ControlsPress <0> to display the [Record func+card/folder sel.] screen (p.114) on the LCD monitor.In the <o> drive mode, whi

34485: Custom ControlsWhen you press the button assigned to this function, the viewfinder will display a grid and an electronic level using the AF poi

34585: Custom ControlsWith [LV z/k set.] set to [Movies], pressing the button assigned with this function will start the movie shooting immediately. T

346Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently.1Select [My Menu settings]

347The camera’s shooting modes, menus, Custom Functions, and other camera settings can be saved to the card as a camera settings file. When this file

3483 Saving and Loading Camera Settings Shooting functionsShooting mode + exposure setting, ISO speed, AF mode, AF area selection mode, AF point, Met

3493 Saving and Loading Camera Settings[82]Restrict shooting modes, Restrict metering modes, Metering used in manual exposure, Set shutter speed range

35You can insert up to two cards. Images can be recorded when at least one card is installed in either slot in the camera.If you insert two cards, you

350You can register your preferred shooting mode, menu settings, Custom Function settings, and other current camera settings to the <w1>/<w2&

351w: Registering Custom Shooting Modes Shooting functionsShooting mode + exposure setting, ISO speed, AF mode, AF area selection mode, AF point, Met

352w: Registering Custom Shooting Modes My Menu settings will not be registered. When the shooting mode is <w1>, <w2>, or <w3>, yo

353ReferenceThis chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc.Using the Cable Protector2Interface cableHDMI cab

354o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/Disabled*1: If used during movie shooting, it will switch to d.*2: Works only before the

355Function Availability Table According to Shooting ModeFunctionViewfinder Shootingz LV Shootingk Movie Shootingd s f a BULBAFAF point selectionAutok

356System MapST-E2 270EX II 320EX 600EX-RT/600EX430EX IIST-E3-RTMacro Ring Lite MR-14EXMacro Twin Lite MT-24EXEyecup EgAnti-Fog Eyepiece EgDioptric Ad

357System MapGPS ReceiverGP-E2Timer RemoteControllerTC-80N3WirelessControllerLC-5RemoteSwitchRS-80N3EF lensesCF card Card readerGPS Receiver GP-E1LAN

358When you press the <B> button while the camera is ready to shoot, you can display [Displays camera settings], [Electronic level] (p.61), and

359B Button Functions Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting settings (p.51). If you press the <W>, <o>, <

36Installing and Removing the Card4Set the power switch to <1> (p.38).X The number of possible shots will be displayed on the top LCD panel and

360You can check the battery’s condition on the LCD monitor.Select [Battery info.]. Under the [53] tab, select [Battery info.], then press <0>.

361With the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the remaining battery

362The date/time (backup) battery maintains the camera’s date and time. Its service life is approx. 5 years. If the date/time is reset when camera is

363z: Shooting 1 (Red) Page* For movie shooting, [Multiple exposure] cannot be selected (grayed out).Menu SettingsFor Viewfinder Shooting and Live Vie

364Menu Settingsz: Shooting 2 (Red) Pagez: Shooting 3 (Red)JPEG quality Compression rate for 3, H, 5, 6 123Image type/size1 / 41 / 611183 / H / 5 /

365Menu Settingsz: Shooting 4* (Red) Page2: AF1 (Purple)2: AF2 (Purple)LV z/k setting Disable / Stills / Movies 200AF mode Live mode / u Live mode / Q

366Menu Settings2: AF3 (Purple) Page2: AF4 (Purple)USM lens electronic MFEnable after One-Shot AF / Disable after One-Shot AF / Disable in AF mode93AF

367Menu Settings2: AF5 (Purple) Page3: Playback 1 (Blue)3: Playback 2 (Blue)Manual AF point selection patternStops at AF area edges / Continuous 99AF

368Menu Settings3: Playback 3 (Blue) Page* The setting is linked to the [Time code]’s [Movie play count] under the [z5 (Movie)] tab.5: Set-up 1 (Yello

369Menu Settings5: Set-up 2 (Yellow) Page5: Set-up 3 (Yellow)Auto power off1 min. / 2 min. / 4 min. / 8 min. / 15 min. / 30 min. / Disable57LCD bright

37Installing 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

370Menu Settings5: Set-up 4 (Yellow) Page8: Custom Functions (Orange)9: My Menu (Green)Save/load camera settings on cardSave/load camera settings to/f

371Menu Settingsz: Shooting 4 (Movie) (Red) Pagez: Shooting 5 (Movie) (Red)* The setting is linked to [Movie play count] under the [x3] tab.For Movie

372If a problem occurs with the camera, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact

373Troubleshooting Guide Use a fully-charged battery pack (p.30). The battery performance may have degraded. See [53: Battery info.] to check the ba

374Troubleshooting Guide Make sure the card is properly inserted (p.35). If the card is full, replace the card or delete unnecessary images to make

375Troubleshooting Guide Depending on the attached lens, the number of usable AF points and patterns will differ. The lenses are categorized into eig

376Troubleshooting Guide If you shoot something that has fine detail (such as a field of grass), the file size will be larger and the actual maximum

377Troubleshooting Guide If you shoot at night when the background is dark, the shutter speed becomes slow automatically (slow-sync shooting) so that

378Troubleshooting Guide If you use flash, the shutter will make two sounds each time you shoot (p.202). It indicates that the camera’s internal tem

379Troubleshooting Guide If you shoot a movie when [Maximum: 51200] is set with [ISO speed range] and ISO speed is set to ISO 32000/40000/51200, the

38If you turn on the power switch and the Date/Time/Zone setting screen appears, see page 40 to set the Date/Time/Zone.<1> : The camera turns on

380Troubleshooting Guide To shoot still photos during movie shooting, using a CF card compatible with UDMA transfer rates is recommended. Setting a

381Troubleshooting Guide With [51: File name], select the camera’s unique file name or the file name registered under User setting 1 (p.156). If the

382Troubleshooting Guide [33: Highlight alert] is set to [Enable] (p.249). [33: AF point disp.] is set to [Enable] (p.249). If the image is protect

383Troubleshooting Guide Use the stereo AV cable that came with the camera (p.272). Make sure the stereo AV cable or HDMI cable’s plug is inserted a

384Troubleshooting Guide If you selected [Clean nowf], the shutter will make a noise, but no picture is taken (p.294). If you repeatedly turn the po

385You 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

3863 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

3873 System Status DisplayWhen you press the <L> button in step 3, you can delete all the log entries displayed.Erasing the Camera Status Log T

388If there is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions.* If the error still persists, write down th

389•TypeType: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE cameraRecording media: Type I or II CF card, UDMA mode 7-compatible* Dual CF card slotsImage sensor s

39Turning on the PowerWhen the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels.Battery Life [Approx. number

390SpecificationsNoise reduction: Applicable to long exposures and high ISO speed shotsAutomatic image brightness correction: Auto Lighting OptimizerH

391SpecificationsAI Servo characteristics: Tracking sensitivity, Acceleration/deceleration tracking, AF point auto switchingAF fine adjustment:AF Micr

392Specifications• Drive SystemDrive modes: Single, High-speed continuous, Low-speed continuous, 10-sec. self-timer, 2-sec. self-timer, Silent single

393Specifications• Movie ShootingMovie recording MPEG-4 AVC/H.264compression: Variable (average) bit rateAudio recording format: Linear PCMRecording f

394SpecificationsSound recording:Built-in monaural microphone, external stereo microphone terminal providedSound recording level adjustable, wind filt

395Specifications• Direct PrintingCompatible printers: PictBridge-compatible printersPrintable images: JPEG and RAW imagesPrint ordering: DPOF Version

396Specifications•PowerBattery: Battery Pack LP-E4N/LP-E4 (Quantity 1)* AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4Battery information:Remainin

397Specifications All the data above is based on Canon’s testing standards and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards and

398Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the Uni

399Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedThis product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories.

4Icons in this Manual<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.<9> : Indicates the Multi-controller.<0

40When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time has been reset, the Date/Time/Zone setting screen will appear. Follow steps 3 to 6

400Safety WarningsFollow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.Preventing Serious Injury or De

401• If you drop the equipment and the casing breaks open to expose the internal parts, do not touch the internal parts due to the possibility of elec

402Digital Camera Model DS126301 SystemsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)

403IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for Battery Charger LC-E

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409Software Start GuideThis chapter gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM) provided with the camera and explains

413 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone4Set the date and time. Turn the <5> dial to select the number. Press <0> so <r> is displayed.

410EOS DIGITAL Solution DiskThis disk contains various software for EOS DIGITAL cameras.With the camera connected to a personal computer, EOS Utility

411Software Start Guide1Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, then

412Software Start GuideSoftware Instruction ManualContains the Software Instruction Manuals.1 Insert the [Software INSTRUCTION MANUAL] CD-ROM into you

413IndexNumerics10-sec. or 2-sec. delay...1121280x720 ...2331920x1080 ...

414IndexCameraCamera shake ...187Clear camera settings ...58Holding the camera ...45Save/load cam

415IndexFE Microadjustment... 325Feature guide... 63File name ...156, 158Fi

416IndexImage dust prevention ... 293Image review ...57Image-recording qualityImage size ...

417IndexMetering mode...173Metering timer ...208, 242MF (Manual focusing) ...109, 216M-Fn...

418IndexPowerAuto power off ...57Battery check...39Battery info ...360

419IndexSingle-image display...246Single shooting ...110Single-point AF ...69, 72Sin

421Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Under the [52] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the <Q> butto

CPH-E011-001 © CANON INC. 2012The lenses and accessories mentioned in this Instruction Manual are current as of April 2012. For information on the cam

43The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-S lenses.1Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the bo

44Attaching and Detaching a LensWhile pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow. Turn the lens until it stops, then detac

451Remove the eyecup. While grasping both sides of the eyecup, slide it upward to remove.2Make the adjustment. Turn the knob left or right so that th

46Basic OperationThe shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.

47Basic Operation(1)After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial.When you press a button such as <W>, <o>, <Q>, or <i>, th

48Basic Operation(1)After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial.When you press a button such as <W>, <o>, <Q>, or <i>, t

49Basic OperationAfter pressing the <Q> button, tap the <5> dial’s inner ring at the top, bottom, left, or right.The <9> consists of

5ChaptersIntroduction2Getting Started29Setting the AF and Drive Modes65Image Settings113Exposure Control163Flash Photography189Shooting with the LCD M

50Basic OperationWith [85: Multi function lock] set (p.329) and the power switch set to <R>, you can prevent the current settings from changing

51You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control screen.1Press the <Q> bu

52Q Quick Control for Shooting FunctionsSettable Functions on Quick Control ScreenAperture (p.169)Metering mode (p.173)Shutter speed (p.167)White bala

53You can set various settings with the menus such as the beeper, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M> and <Q> bu

543 Menu Operations1Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Select a tab. Each time you press the <Q>

55If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera.When the card is formatted, all images

56Before 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

57Before You StartTo save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. If you do not want the camera

58Before You StartThe camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reverted to their defaults.1Select [Clear all camera settings]. Under the [

59Before You StartImage-recording Settings AF SettingsImage type/size 3 (Large)Case 1 - 6*Case1/Parameter settings of all cases clearedJPEG quality 8P

61Introduction 2Item Check List... 3Conventions Used in this Manual...

60Before You StartCamera Settings Live View Shooting SettingsAuto power off 1 min. LV z/k setting StillsBeep Enable AF mode Live modeRelease shutter w

61You can display a grid and electronic level in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor to help correct camera tilt.1Select [VF grid display]. Under t

62Displaying the Grid and Electronic Level1Press the <B> button. Each time you press the <B> button, the screen display will change. Dis

63When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, the Feature guide, offering explanations of menu options, can be displayed. The Feature

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65Setting the AF andDrive ModesThe 61 AF points in the viewfinder make AF shooting suitable for a wide variety of subjects and scenes.You can also sel

66You can select the AF mode to suit the shooting conditions or subject.1On the lens, set the focus mode switch to <AF>.2Press the <o> but

672: Selecting the AF ModeSuited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. When focus is achiev

2: Selecting the AF Mode68This AF mode is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shutter button

6961 AF points are provided for AF. You can select the AF point(s) suiting the scene or subject.Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the numb

7Contents23Setting the AF and Drive Modes 652: Selecting the AF Mode... 66S Selecting the AF

S Selecting the AF Area70AF point expansion (Manual selection, surrounding points)The manually-selected AF point <S> and the surrounding AF poin

71S Selecting the AF AreaYou can manually select the AF point or zone. With 61-point automatic selection AF, you can set the starting AF point for AI

72Although this is the same as Single-point AF, the selected AF point <O> covers a smaller area to focus. Effective for pinpoint focusing of ove

73AF Area Selection ModesThe manually-selected AF point <S> and adjacent AF points <w> are used to focus. The AF point expansion is larger

AF Area Selection Modes74All the AF points are used to focus.With One-Shot AF, pressing the shutter button halfway will display the AF point(s) <S&

75The camera’s AF sensor has 61 AF points. The illustration below shows the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. With f/2.8 or larger max

76Autofocusing with 61 points is possible. All of the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Dual cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior

77Lenses and Usable AF Points* Manual focus without tilt/shift.Autofocusing with 61 points is possible. All of the AF area selection modes are selecta

Lenses and Usable AF Points78* Manual focus without tilt/shift.Autofocusing with 61 points is possible. All of the AF area selection modes are selecta

79Lenses and Usable AF PointsAutofocusing with 61 points is possible. All of the AF area selection modes are selectable.: Cross-type AF point. Subject

8Contents456Creating and Selecting a Folder... 154Changing the File Name...

Lenses and Usable AF Points80Only 47 of the 61 AF points can be used for autofocusing. All of the AF area selection modes are selectable. During autom

81Lenses and Usable AF PointsOnly 33 of the 61 AF points can be used for autofocusing. All of the AF area selection modes are selectable. During autom

82You can easily fine-tune AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or scene just by selecting a case from 1 to 6. This feature is called the “AF Conf

833 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)Standard setting suited for any moving subject. Works with many subjects and scenes.Select [C

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)84Once an AF point starts tracking the subject, this setting enables the camera to focus consec

853 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)Even if the target subject moves dramatically up, down, left, or right, the AF point will swi

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)86Geared for tracking moving subjects whose speed can change dramatically and suddenly. Also, i

873 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject) Tracking sensitivitySets the subject-tracking sensitivity during AI Servo AF when an obstac

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)88 Acceleration/deceleration trackingThis sets the tracking sensitivity for moving subjects wh

893 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject) AF point auto switchingThis sets the switching sensitivity of the AF points as they track a

9Contents78Using AF to Focus ...209Focusing Manually ...

3 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics (For a Subject)90You can adjust each case’s three parameters (1. Tracking sensitivity, 2. Accel./decel. tracki

91With the [22] to [25] menu tabs, you can set AF functions to suit your shooting style or subject.You can set the AF operation characteristics and sh

3 Customizing AF Functions92You can set the AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing for subsequent shots during continuous shooting wi

933 Customizing AF FunctionsYou can set whether and how to use the electronic focusing ring when using one of the electronic focusing ring-equipped le

3 Customizing AF Functions94Enables or disables the EOS-dedicated Speedlite’s AF-assist beam.ON: EnableThe external Speedlite emits the AF-assist beam

953 Customizing AF FunctionsWhen the AF area selection mode is set to 61-point automatic selection AF or Zone AF, AF is possible while using the subje

3 Customizing AF Functions96If focus cannot be achieved with autofocus, you can have the camera keep searching for the correct focus or have it stop s

973 Customizing AF Functions: 15 pointsFifteen main AF points will be manually selectable.: 9 pointsNine main AF points will be manually selectable.Yo

3 Customizing AF Functions98: Manual select.:Zone AFThe 61 AF points are divided into nine zones for focusing.: Auto selection: 61 pt AFAll of the AF

993 Customizing AF Functions: Select separate AF pointsThe AF area selection mode and manually-selected AF point (or Zone) can be set separately for e