Canon EOS-1Ds User Manual

English EditionINSTRUCTION MANUALINSTRUCTION MANUALEECT1-1237-000© CANON INC. 2002 PRINTED IN JAPANThis Instruction Manual booklet is current as of Se

10Handling CautionsCamera Care(1) The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock.(2) This camera is not waterpro

100 Self-timer OperationDrive Modes Selection/ Self-timer Operation•When you take a picture, the image is first stored in the camera’s internal memo

101Exposure Control5Using the Eyepiece Shutter Self-timer Operation / Using the Eyepiece ShutterPress the shutter button fully.•The self-timer lamp wi

102Bulb Exposures•Bulb exposures may result in rough-looking images due to picture noise. How-ever, picture noise can be reduced with menu (noise redu

103Exposure Control5LCD Panel IlluminationThe top and rear LCD panels are provided withillumination so you can read the panels in the dark.The <>

104Mirror LockupMirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12. (→p.136) This prevents mirror-caused vibrations whichmay blur the image during close-ups or whe

105Flash Photography66An EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite makes flash photographyas easy as any AE mode. EX-series Speedlites enable E-TTLautoflash

106Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EXWith Speedlite 550EX, flash photography is easy as any AE mode, and you can use thefollowing features:• E-TTL

107Flash Photography6Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EXE-TTL AutoflashUsing E-TTL autoflash in the < > Program AE mode is described below. F

108Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX High-Speed Sync (FP Flash)When the Speedlite 550EX is set to the high-speed sync mode ( ), it can synchroniz

109Flash Photography6Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX FE LockFE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for a

Introduction11Handling CautionsContactsCF Cards(1) CF cards are precision appliances. Do not subject the card to physical shock or vibration.Doing so

110Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX Flash Exposure CompensationWith the camera, you can set the EOS-dedicated Speedlite’s flash exposure compens

111Flash Photography6Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EXModeling FlashBy firing a modeling flash, you can see the shadows and other flash lighting

112Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EXMetered Manual Flash PhotographyWith manual flash exposures, you can set the correct flash exposure by referr

113Flash Photography6Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EXSet the correct flash exposure level.•Adjust the Speedlite’s manual flash output and thecam

114Using Non-Canon Flash UnitsSync SpeedThe EOS-1Ds can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/250 sec. or slowershutter speeds. With la

115Playback Images77You can view or erase the images you capture with the camera.You can even make a sound recording for an image.115Playback ImagesPl

116Playback ImagesYou can playback any image on the LCD monitor. A single image or an image index can bedisplayed.Playback an image.•Press the < &g

117Playback Images7Playback Images•If you playback images and then go away without operating or turning off thecamera, the LCD monitor will turn off a

118Playback ImagesImage with Shooting InformationAbout the HistogramA histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. The horizontal axis indi

119Playback Images7 Image ProtectionProtecting a Single ImageThis prevents the image from being erased accidentally.Select the image to be protected.•

12Quick Start GuideTake the picture.Press the shutter button fully totake the picture. (→p.29)Focus the subject.Aim the Area AF over the subjectand pr

120 Image ProtectionProtecting All Images in a Folder or CF CardMENUYou can protect all the images in a folder or CF card all at once. In the case of

121Playback Images7 Sound Recording for an ImageWith the camera’s built-in microphone, you can record your voice for any image. The sounddata is attac

122 Sound Recording for an Image / Erasing an ImageErasing an Image•A sound recording is not possible on a protected image.•The EOS-1Ds camera itself

123Playback Images7Erasing an ImageErase the image.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < > dialto select “OK.” Then let go of the <

124Erasing an ImageOn the erase menu, select “ALL.”•While pressing the < > button, turn the < > dialto select “ALL.” Then let go of the &l

125Playback Images7Erasing an ImageErasing All Images on the CF CardMENUOn the menu, select “Erase all on CFcard.”•Press the < > button.•While p

126Formatting a CF CardOn the menu, select “Format.”•Press the < > button.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select

127Menu Settings88On-screen menus enable you to customize the camera’s varioussettings and functions. The mark you see in these InstructionManual giv

128Menu SettingsMENUCustom WBSelect the image to be used for the custom white balancesetting. (→p.43)Color temp.Set the desired color temperature from

129Menu Settings8Menu SettingsMENUReview timeWhen “Review” is set to “On” or “On (Info),” you can set thenumber of seconds the image is displayed on t

Introduction13Quick Start Guide•To review previous images, see “Play-back Images” on page 116.•To erase an image, see “Erasing anImage” on page 122

130Menu SettingsAuto power offTo avoid exhausting the battery, “Auto power off” turns off thecamera automatically after the camera is left unused for

131Menu Settings8Menu SettingsMENUCustom FunctionsThis is for setting the camera’s Custom Functions according toyour preferences. (→p.132)Personal Fun

132Setting a Custom FunctionMENUOn the menu, select “Custom Function(C.Fn).”•Press the < > button.•While pressing the < > button, turn the

133Menu Settings8Custom Function SettingsMENUC.Fn-01 Finder display during exposure1: Displays the exposure information and number of remainingshots d

134When both C.Fn-04 and C.Fn-07 are set, electronic manualfocusing will be enabled or disabled as follows:∗ When in focus/Not in focus E: Enabled

135Menu Settings8Custom Function SettingsMENUC.Fn-08 Top LCD panel / Back LCD pane1: Displays the ISO speed at all times. It also displays thenumber o

136Custom Function SettingsMENUC.Fn-11 AF point selection method1: This reverses the functions of the < > button and < >button.2:•While ex

137Menu Settings8Custom Function SettingsMENUC.Fn-14 Auto reduction of daylight sync0: Obtains a natural-looking fill-flash automatically.1: This prev

138Custom Function SettingsMENUC.Fn-18 Switch to registered AF point1: Press the < > button to switch to the registered AF point.2: You can swit

139Menu Settings8Custom Function Settings / Clearing All Custom FunctionClearing All Custom FunctionsMENUC.Fn-00 Focusing screen0: For New

14NomenclatureThe reference page is in parentheses.Lens mount index (→26) Mirror (→104)White balance sensorLens lock pin Lens release button (→26)

140Registering Custom Function GroupsMENURegistering Custom Function GroupsMENUYou can register up to three groups of Custom Function settings. A grou

141Menu Settings8Registering Custom Function GroupsSelect the group number.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select a gr

142Registering Custom Function GroupsMENUUsing a Custom Function GroupMENUAfter following the procedure on the preceding page to register a Custom Fun

143Menu Settings8Registering Custom Function GroupsMENUSelect “OK.”•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select “OK.” Then l

144Personal FunctionsPersonal FunctionsP.Fn No.Description00 Custom Function group registration.01 Disables the shooting modes.03 Specifies the meteri

145Menu Settings8Clearing and Resetting Personal FunctionsMENUYou can clear or reset Personal Functions set and registered with the dedicated software

146Clearing All Personal FunctionsMENUYou can clear all the Personal Function settings set or registered with the dedicated software.On the menu, sele

147Maintenance99Learn how to set the camera’s date and time, back-up battery andclean the CMOS sensor.147MaintenanceMaintenance9

148Setting the Date and TimeOn the menu, select “Date/time.”•Press the < > button.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial t

149Maintenance9Replacing the Back-up BatteryThe back-up battery maintains the camera’s date and time. The battery’s service life is about10 years. If

Introduction15NomenclatureHot shoeMain Dial (→30)Top LCD panel (→17)Eyepieceshutter lever(→101)Quick Control Dial switch (→20)Quick ControlDial (→

150Cleaning the CMOS SensorMENUThe CMOS sensor corresponds to the film in a film-based camera. If any dust or other foreignmatter adheres to the CMOS

151Maintenance9Cleaning the CMOS SensorClean the CMOS sensor.•Use a rubber blower to carefully blow away anydust, etc., adhering to the CMOS sensor.5A

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153Reference1010This section will help you understand your camera better. It coversbasic photography concepts, camera specifications, system acces-sor

154Basic TerminologyAEAbbreviation for auto exposure. It is an automatic metering and exposure system that sets theoptimum exposure (shutter speed and

155Reference10Basic TerminologyApertureThe aperture value (f/number) indicates the size of theaperture opening in the lens. It is equal to the focal l

156Basic TerminologyDepth of fieldThis is the range where acceptable focus can be achieved in front of and behind the point ofthe subject. The smaller

157Reference10Exposure Warning List1) Increase the ISO speed.2) Use flash.1) Decrease the ISO speed.2) Attach a neutral density filterto the lens.1) T

158Program LineThe program line below applies when the camera is used in the Program AE < > mode withan EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens.Program Line Desc

159Reference101/3-stop Increments 1/2-stop Increments Full-stop IncrementsShutter Speed ApertureShutter Speed Aperture Shutter Speed ApertureShutter S

16NomenclatureBattery compartment cap (→23)LCD monitor (→32,34)Eyecup (→35)CF card slot (→27)CF card slotcover (→27)CF card eject button (→28)Acc

160Error CodesOn-screen MessagesThe messages displayed on the LCD monitor are as follows:BusyThis is not an imageshot by EOS-1Ds“Folder number full”No

161Reference10Set enlargementmode of P.Fn-30 onthe cameraP.Fn-30 has not been set in the camera. Use the dedicated software toset P.Fn-30.On-screen Me

162The battery has almost exhausted.sRecharge the battery. (→p.22)Only the < >icon is displayed onthe top LCD panel.The batterycannot berecharge

163Reference10The CF card is not properly installed.sInstall the CF card properly. (→p.27)The CF card is full.sUse a new CF card or erase unnecessary

164Changing the Focusing ScreenYou can change the camera’s focusing screen to better suit the subject or shooting situation.You must also set C.Fn-00

165Reference10Changing the Focusing ScreenEc-A: Standard microprism Ec-H: Laser-matte with scaleLenses with a maxi-mum aperture smaller(higher f/numbe

166Major Accessories (optional)Ni-MH Pack NP-E3Dedicated, high-performance power pack with a ratedvoltage of 12 V. It can be recharged up to 500 times

167Reference10Major Accessories (optional)Remote Switch RS-80N3Remote switch with an 80-cm cord to prevent camerashake for super telephoto shots, macr

168System MapEyecup Ec-IIAnti-Fog Eyepiece EcRubber Frame EcEc-Series DioptricAdjustment LensesAngle Finder C220EXST-E2 420EX 550EX Macro Ring LiteMR-

169Reference10System MapCanon EF lensesTimer Remote ControllerTC-80N3Remote SwitchRS-80N3Wireless ControllerLC-4CF cardCard readerData VerificationKit

Introduction17NomenclatureTop LCD PanelThe LCD panel illustration above shows all the icons and indicators displayed. During actualuse, only the relev

170Specifications• TypeType Digital AF/AE SLRRecording medium Type I or II CF cardImage size 35.8 x 23.8 mm (1.4 x 1 in)Compatible lenses Canon EF le

171Reference10Specifications• ViewfinderType Glass pentaprismCoverage Approx. 100 percent vertically and horizontally with respect tothe effective pix

172Major SpecificationsBracketing methods1. Shutter speed or aperture 2. ISO speedManual: +/–3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (can be combinedwith AEB

173Reference10Major Specifications• Sound RecordingRecording method The voice narration recorded with the built-in microphone isattached to the image.

174IndexAAccessories ... 166AEB ... 94- canceling ...

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The EOS-1Ds is a high-performance, digital AF SLR camera with a large, 36x24mm (approx.),11.1-megapixel CMOS

English EditionINSTRUCTION MANUALINSTRUCTION MANUALEECT1-1237-000© CANON INC. 2002 PRINTED IN JAPANThis Instruction Manual booklet is current as of Se

18NomenclatureRear LCD PanelThe LCD panel illustration above shows all the icons and indicators displayed. During actualuse, only the relevant icons a

Introduction19NomenclatureViewfinder InformationArea AF ellipseAF point JPEG mark Focus confirmation lightExposure level indicatorMaximum burs

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The EOS-1Ds is a high-performance, digital AF SLR camera with a large, 36x24mm (approx.),11.1-megapixel CMOS

20•In the text, the < > icon indicates the main switch.All operations described in these Instruction Manual assume thatthe <> switch is al

21Before You Start11This chapter explains a few preliminary steps and the basic opera-tion of the EOS-1Ds camera.21Before You StartBefore You Start1

22Recharging the BatteryConnect the power cord.•Connect the power cord to the charger.•Connect the power plug to an AC outlet.sThe <POWER > lamp

23Before You Start1Installing and Removing the BatteryInstalling the BatteryDetach the battery compartment cap.•Grasp both sides of the cap and pull i

24Installing and Removing the BatteryBattery LifeTemperatureAt 20˚C / 68˚FAt 0˚C / 32˚FNumber of ShotsApprox. 600Approx. 450•The table shows the numbe

25Before You Start1Using an AC OutletWith the DC Coupler Kit, you can connect the camera to an AC outlet to supply power. Thenyou do not have to worry

26Mounting and Detaching a LensMounting a LensRemove the caps.•Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap byturning them as shown by the arrow.1Attach

27Before You Start1Installing and Removing the CF CardThe pictures you take are recorded on the CF card. The camera is compatible with Type I andType

28Installing and Removing the CF CardC.Fn-08, instead of displaying the number of remaining shots, you can display theISO speed. And instead of displa

29Before You Start1Basic OperationMain SwitchThe camera can operate only after the < > switch is turned on. This switch has three settings:<

Introduction3Equipment Check ListBe sure all the following equipment and accessories have been included with your camera. Ifanything is missing, conta

30Basic OperationUsing the Electronic DialsOperating the < > DialThe < > dial is used to set various settings for taking pictures.There ar

31Before You Start1Basic OperationOperating the < > DialThe < > dial is used for AF point selection, menu operations on the LCD monitor, a

32Menu OperationsBy setting various options with the on-screen menus, you can record an image simultaneouslyin both the RAW and JPEG formats, set the

33Before You Start1Menu OperationsSelect a menu tab ( ).•Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select a tab, then let go ofthe

34Menu OperationsAbout the LCD MonitorThe color LCD monitor on the back of the cameraenables you to review and select recorded imagesand set various m

35Before You Start1Dioptric AdjustmentIf the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a clear viewfinder image,using Dioptric Adjustment Lens

36Attaching the Neck Strap and Hand StrapAttaching the Hand Strap142536After attaching the strap, pull it to make sure it does not loosen at the buckl

37Settings for Images22This chapter explains the specific settings for shooting with a digitalcamera: Image-recording quality, white balance, ISO spee

38Image-Recording QualityFour image-recording quality settings are provided. Images recorded in the < >, < >, or< > mode do not requ

39Settings for Images2Image-Recording QualityImage-RecordingQuality Large/Fine Large/Normal Small/Fine RawImage Size(Pixels)4064 x 2704(Approx. 11.0 m

4Equipment Check List ... 3Handling Cautions ... 10Quick Start Guide ...

40Simultaneous Capture in RAW and JPEG FormatsMENUIn the < > image-recording quality mode, you can capture the an image in both the RAWand JPEG

41Settings for Images2 Selecting the White BalanceThe following white balance settings are provided: Auto, daylight, shade, overcast, tungsten,fluores

42White Balance SettingsIcon Application Color Temperature (Kelvin)The camera sets the white balance automatically. Approx. 3000-7000 KFor sunny dayli

43Settings for Images2Custom White BalanceMENUWith custom white balance, you photograph a white object that will serve as the standard forthe white ba

44Custom White Balance / Setting the Color TemperatureMENUSelect the custom white balance.•While pressing the < > button, turn the <

45Settings for Images2Select the color temperature.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < > dialto select <>. Then let go of the

46White Balance Auto BracketingYou can bracket the white balance of three consecutive shots automatically within +/–3 stopsin full-stop increments. Fo

47Settings for Images2White Balance Auto BracketingCanceling White Balance Auto Bracketing•Follow steps 1 and 2 above to set the bracketingamount to &

481Sets a natural-looking hue and chroma. Effective for bringing out the subject’s naturalcolortone.2 Sets a hue and chroma suitable for portraits. Ef

49Settings for Images2Setting the ISO SpeedThe ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light. (→p.154)A higher ISO speed number indica

Introduction512345678910Contents Exposure Compensation with the < > Dial .. 92Exposure Compensation with the < > Button and < > Di

50Setting the Processing ParametersMENUThe image you capture can be processed automatically by the camera according to one ofthree sets of processing

51Settings for Images2Selecting the Processing ParametersMENUSelect the set No.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select

52Reviewing ImagesMENUImage ReviewThe image can be displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after you take the picture. Youcan set one of three image

53Settings for Images2Reviewing ImagesMENUChanging the Review TimeYou can change the number of seconds the image is displayed on the LCD monitor after

54 Creating and Selecting a FolderYou can create folders to organize your images according to shooting date or subjects. You canselect any folder to s

55Settings for Images2 Creating and Selecting a FolderCreate a new folder.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select “OK.”

56100XXX-0001101XXX-0001CF card 1XXX-0001CF card 1XXX-0001CF card 2File Numbering MethodsMENUThe pictures you take are automatically assigned a file n

57Settings for Images2If the last file number in the folder reaches 9999, themessage on the right will appear on the LCD monitorand you will not be ab

58File Numbering MethodsManual ResetMENUThis creates a new folder and starts the file numbering from XXX-0001. Subsequent imagesyou capture are stored

59Using Autofocus (AF)33The Area AF ellipse has 45 AF points. By selecting the optimum AFpoint, autofocusing can be executed while you maintain the de

6EOS-1DsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

60Selecting AF ModeAF stands for ‘autofocus’. The camera has two AF modes: One-Shot AF for still subjects, andAI Servo AF for moving subjects. (AI is

61Using Autofocus (AF)3Selecting AF ModeOne-Shot AF for Still SubjectsPressing the shutter button halfwayactivates AF operation and achievesfocus once

62Selecting AF ModeAI Servo AF for Moving SubjectsWhile you press the shutter buttonhalfway, the camera focuses continu-ously.•This AF mode suits movi

63Using Autofocus (AF)3Area AF Ellipse and AF PointsThe Area AF ellipse is the area where the camera can focus the subject. The Area AF ellipsehas 45

64 Selecting AF PointThe AF point can be selected automatically or manually.•Automatic SelectionFrom among the 45 AF points, the camera selects the AF

65Using Autofocus (AF)3 Selecting AF PointAutomatic SelectionPress the < > button and turn the< > dial.sTurn the < > dial until the

66 Selecting AF Point•You can select one of 11 AF points.•Select the AF point as described in “Basic Proce-dure for AF Point Selection.”(2) Manual sel

67Using Autofocus (AF)3 Selecting AF PointSelecting the center AF point•Press the < > button and press the < > button.sThe center AF point

68Registrating and Switching AF PointBy registering the AF point you often use, you can switch to it instantly. You can register an off-center AF poin

69Using Autofocus (AF)3Registrating and Switching AF PointSwitching to the Registered AF PointNormally, you press the < > button and < > b

Introduction7SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safetyprecautions described below. Alway

70AF Point Activation AreaC.Fn-17C.Fn-17 can be set to expand the AF point’s activation area to include more than one activeAF point. (→p.137) See “Se

71Using Autofocus (AF)3AF Sensitivity and the Lens’ Maximum ApertureThe EOS-1Ds’s AF points are all horizontal-line sensitive. However, bright lensesw

72AF Sensitivity and the Lens' Maximum Aperture(3) With the following Extenders and L-series lenses whosemaximum aperture is faster than f/8, the

73Using Autofocus (AF)3When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light blinks) with certain su

74When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)Manual FocusingSet the lens focus mode switch to < >(or < > on older lenses).•The AF mode indicato

75Metering Modes44Evaluative, partial, spot, and centerweighted average meteringmodes are provided. Center spot metering, AF point-linked spotmetering

76 Selecting a Metering ModeMetering ModesWhile pressing the < > button, turnthe < > dial until the desired meteringmode icon appears.1Rel

77Metering Modes4Metering Modes Partial MeteringThis mode is effective when the background is muchbrighter than the subject (due to backlighting, etc.

78Metering ModesMulti-Spot MeteringWith multiple spot meter readings, you can see the relative exposure levels of multiple areasin the picture and set

79Metering Modes4Metering ModesExposure level indicator after taking three spot meter readings2 Window1 Ceiling3 Wall•While referring to the exposure

8• Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may leadto electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that

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81Exposure Control55You can set the shooting mode which best suits the subject or situation. Otherconvenient features are also provided.81Exposure Con

82 Program AESelect < > on the LCD panel.•While pressing the < > button, turn the < >dial to select <>. Then release the <

83Exposure Control5 Program AEIf the shutter speed or aperture blinks, it means a correct exposure cannot beobtained. Although the picture can be take

84 Shutter-Priority AEIn this mode, you set the desired shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture automati-cally to suit the subject brightness.A

85Exposure Control5 Shutter-Priority AEExposure Warnings•C.Fn-16 enables the safety shift feature. (→p.137)In the shutter-priority AE mode, if a corre

86 Aperture-Priority AEIn this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automati-cally to suit the subject brightness.

87Exposure Control5 Aperture-Priority AE / Depth-of-field Preview•C.Fn-16 enables the safety shift feature. (→p.137)If a correct exposure cannot be ob

88 Depth-of-field AEThis mode is effective when you want a wide depth of field to keep everything in focus nearand far.∗ DEP stands for “depth of fiel

89Exposure Control5 Depth-of-field AEExposure Warnings•If the aperture blinks, the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. (However,you can still t

Introduction9CAUTIONS•Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or hightemperatures, such as the dashboard or

90 Manual ExposureIn this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture for total exposure control. You canrefer to the exposure level indicator i

91Exposure Control5 Manual ExposureRefer to the exposure level indicatorand set the shutter speed and apertureto obtain the desired exposure level.5Ta

92 Setting Exposure CompensationThe exposure compensation amount you set will be effective until it is canceled manually. Tocancel the exposure compen

93Exposure Control5 Setting Exposure CompensationCustom Function C.Fn-06-2 enables the exposure compensation amount to be setin 1/2-stop increments. (

94 Auto Exposure BracketingWith auto exposure bracketing, the camera brackets the exposure automatically up to +/–3stops in 1/3-stop increments for th

95Exposure Control5 Auto Exposure BracketingTake the pictures.sThe AEB sequence will be standard exposure,decreased exposure, and increased exposure.s

96 Auto Exposure BracketingTake the pictures.sThe AEB sequence will be standard exposure,decreased exposure, and increased exposure.sThe viewfinder’s

97Exposure Control5 Auto Exposure Bracketing• C.Fn-06-2 enables the AEB amount to be set in 1/2-stop increments with theshutter speed or aperture. (→p

98 AE LockAE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. Afterlocking the exposure, you can recompose the shot

99Exposure Control5Drive Mode SelectionThree drive modes are provided: Single-frame: Only one shot is taken.Continuous shots are taken while you press