Canon EOS 1000 F User Manual

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1. Battery Load and Check

Guide Number (ISO 100): 39 ft/12 m Flash Coverage Angle: Covers the angle of view of a 35 mm lens Recycling Time: Approx. 2 sec.Flash Duration: 1 ms o

All data are based on Canon’s Standard Test Method.Subject to change without notice.

Viewfinder EyepieceFilm Check Window62

[1] PreparationsThe camera operates on a 2CR5 lithiumbattery.1) Slide the battery cover lock down to open. The cover cannot be removed fro

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Battery Check Symbols Panelthe LCcr_]^ « XBattery power sufficient. Have a new battery handy. Replace the battery.dzi™(blinking): See p. 55.• When

2. Lens Attachment2) CAtlon

1) Remove the rear lens cap by turning it counterclockwise.2) Remove the body cap by turning it counterclockwise.3) Align the lens’ red

3. Holding the Camera10

Sharp pictures require that the camera be held still to prevent unnecessary movement called “camera shake” that can ruin your pictures. Try the

4. Focusing

Before practicing, set the command dial to“ a ” (Green Zone).1) Look through the viewfinder and cover the subject with the focus mark (cd).2) P

IntroductionThank you for selecting a Canon autofocus SLR camera.EOS 1000F, developed as Canon’s new standard model autofocus SLR ca

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Shutter button action plays an important part in taking good pictures. A quick stroke with the tip of your finger may cause “camera sha

Difficult Subjects for Autofocus [Manual Focusing]sctsLow-contrast subjects—misty scenes, light-colored or white objects.Subjects in extremely low-hig

1. Film Loading14

[2] Taking Pictures•Always load film out of direct sunlight. • Never touch the shutter curtain. Itsprecision design makes it sensitive to p

1) Make sure the command dial is not at L.2) Open the back cover by sliding the latch down.3) Insert the film as shown with the flat end of the cartri

2. Basic Picture Taking - Green ZoneThis setting for basic operation allows you to begin shooting immediately without making any settings before

Blinking shutter speed icamotf. snahr warnirial)In Green Zone and Programmed Image Control modes, the shutter speed will blink on the LCD pane

• The instructions in this book assume use of the EF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6 zoom lens; however, operations with a different lens are basically the

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This camera focuses on the subject covered by the focus mark in the center of the viewfinder. For off-center subjects, use focus lock t

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' IWhen the last picture is taken, the remaining film automatically rewinds into the cartridge. When completed, rewinding stops and the f

3. Programmed image Control (P.I.C.)With P.I.C., focus and film wind settings as well as shutter speed and aperture value settings ar

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Landscape Settings; One-shot AF/Sin- gle franne wind/Evaluative meteringDeep depth of field is usually the primary concern in landscape phot

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Sports Settings; Al focus AF/Continuous wind/Evaluative, nneteringFaster shutter speeds are emphasized to help you keep up with all the

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Nomenclature. Built-in Flash LCD PanelAccessory ShoeElectronic Input Dialx Shutter Button.^Grip-— ______^Manual Focusing RingEF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6 Len

1. Creative ZoneThe command dial’s “Creative Zone’’ provides five shooting modes, enabling you to select the mode and values which best match your su

In the Creative Zone, an exposure level scale and exposure level mark appear in the viev\/finder and LCD panel in addition to the exposure data

arri111In Program AE mode, the automatically set shutter speed and aperture combination (program) can be changed while maintaining the same expos

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Tv : Shutter-priority AE Settings: Alfocus AF/Continuous wind/Evaluative meteringIn this mode the user selects the shutter speed and the c

Av: Aperture-priority AE Settings: Alfocus AF/Continuous wind/Evaluative meteringIn this mode the user selects the aperture value and the came

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Wl: Manual Exposure Settings; Ai to- cus AF/Continuous wind/Center-weighted average metering.This creative mode allows you to completely control

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Table of ContentsI. BASIC OPERATION[1] Preparations1. Battery Load and Check...72. Lens Attachment...

Adjust the exposure according to the position of the exposure level mark.Metered standard exposure: The current settings will result in a c

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DEP: Depth-of-Field AE Settings: One-shot AF/Single frame wind/Evaluative meteringDepth-of-Field AE mode places everything between user set p

1) Set the command dial to “DEP”.2) Place the focus mark on the first point (a) and press the shutter button halfway.• Remove your finger

Checking the Exposyre• If the minimum aperture value of the lens in use blinks, clear the focus points by turning the command dial to ano

.. . , , :. .. .Additional Information• To cancel Depth-of-Field AE in midoperation, set the command dial

2. (i) ; Self-timer

Ci) : Self-timer Settings; One-shot AF/Evaluative meteringUse the self-timer function to delay shutter release for 10 seconds and include

3. Flash PhotographyWhen the “ ^ ” mark blinks in the viewfinder, pull the built-in flash up manually for flash photography. When pulled up, the flash

III. APPLICATIONS1. Partial Metering...402. Exposure Connpensation...423. Multipl

4) “ ” will not blink in the “CreativeZone”, it will always fire regardless of the shooting conditions.5) In low-light conditions, the built-in

A subject’s eyes may appear red in flash photos due to the light reflected from the retina. To minimize this, have the subject avoid looking directl

Viewfinder IfitwHua!'«)'". V'' 'Shooting modeWarning dispiayCondition Note(P) Program AEDuring daylight fill-in flash p

X-sync Shutter Speed anHfi am:Shooting modeX-sync shutter speed Aperture valueProgram AEAutomatically set to 1/60 - 1/90 sec.Flash aperture value auto

With these functions you can expand your creativity by taiioring the operation of your camera to match shooting conditions or your photographic object

1. Partial Metering40

The main light metering system used in this camera is called “evaluative metering.’’ It evaluates the entire picture area by dividing it i

Partial Metering Area Mark

1) Compose the picture and focus the subject.2) Keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, place the partial metering area mark on the

Precautions1) This camera is not resistant to water and should not be used outdoors in snow or rain. If accidentally dropped in wat

2. Exposure Compensation42

Use exposure compensation for intentionally underexposed or overexposed pictures. The compensation range is up to + 1-2 stops in h

3. Multiple ExposuresTry this function for creative and dramatic effects. Up to nine exposures can be made on the same frame with minimal operat

ShootingFor best results, we recommend setting exposure compensation depending on the number of exposures.Number of exposuresExposure compens

• This table is a general guideline. The actual exposure connpensation annount varies according to the subject and desired effect. This ki

4. Bulb (Long Exposure)Use bulb for exposures longer than 30 seconds, such as for fireworks or night scenes. The exposure continues as long as

5. Manual Film Speed Setting46

When using non DX-coded filnn or when you want to set the effective speed of a film determined from your own tests, you can manually set

IV. REFERENCE1. Comparisons Between AF Mode and Film Wind ModeFilm wind modeOne-shotAl ServoSingleAF lock and AE lock in the evaluative metering mode

2. Film Shooting CapacityThe battery’s shooting capacity varies depending on the number of flash use and on the temperature of the environment. Refe

5) Carefully check the camera’s operation after lengthy storage.6) The battery may explode or cause burns if disassembled, recharged, s

3. Program Lines (Program Characteristics)This camera is equipped with advanced “Intelligent Program AE’’ which chooses the best shutter

Program Shift Cliaracteristics(EF 50 mm f/1.8 - example with shift at EV 13)• Indicates the shutter speed/aperture combinations with program shift.6 7

V. ACCESSORIESThe accessories described in this section are sold separately.1. Dedicated Canon SpeedlitesIf you need a flash with a little higher outp

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2. Grip Extension GR-70The grip extension increases the size of the grip to provide a more comfortable and secure hold for large hands. An adj

4. Lens Hoods and FiltersUse lens hoods and filters to keep unwanted light from entering the lens and provide special effects. Select the right

VL CAMERA CAREKeep your camera in top condition by following these suggestions for periodic cleaning. See the precautions on p. 5 f

3. Cleaning the film chamber—Use a blower brush to remove accumulated film dust particles that might scratch the film. Be careful NOT TO

Liquid Crystai Dispiay/Battery NotesThe LCD panel uses liquid crystal to show exposure information. After about five years, the display ma

First-time SLR users shouid read this section carefully.

Battery InformationLithium Battery CheckAlways check the battery at the following times:1. When loading a new battery2. After lengthy storage3.

4. The battery may explode or cause burns if disassembled, recharged, shorted, exposed to high temperatures, or disposed of in fire. Be sure to obse

Blinking “cn” DisplayThere are two conditions when the blinking “ «crzi” will appear in the LCD panel.1. If the battery is nearly exhaust

Thread the ends of the neckstrap through the fixtures as shown.57

VII. SPECIFICATIONSTYPE AND MAJOR COMPONENTSType: 35 mm focal plane shutter SLR (single-lens reflex) autofocus/auto exposure camera, with bu

Set in 1/2-stop increments. X-sync is 1/90 sec.AUTOFOCUSAF Control System: TTL-SIR (Secondary Image Registration) phase detection type us

EXPOSURE CONTROL Light Metering: TTL full-aperture metering using an SPC (Silicon Photocell). Three metering patterns available:3-zone evaluative m

Film Wind: Automatic. One of two modes is automatically set; Single Frame and Continuous (1 fps maximum).Film Rewind: Automatic rewind

LENSESEF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6EF 80-200 mm f/4.5-5.6Angle of ViewDiagonal63° - 30°30° - 12°Vertical30° - 17°17° - 7°Horizontal54° - 25°25° - 10°Optical Co