Canon EOS 3 User Manual

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Nomenclature<[U> Metering mode button /< ® >Exposure compensation button (page 54, 97) ----------< MODE > Shooting mode selector

NomenclatureOn the LCD panel, the display boxes are colored to match the color of the camera controls.Shooting modePMTvDEPAv: Program AE

NomenclatureViewfinder InformationArea AF ellipseSpot metering focusing points (Lights at the required point)Center spot metering circleNew Lasermatt

Conventions Used in this instructions BookietAll the operations described in this booklet assume that the <©> switch is already set

The ((2)6) icon indicates that the respective function or setting remains effective for 6 seconds after you take off your finger f

Before You StartThis chapter explains a few preliminary steps and basic operations which you should know before you start taking pict

1. Basic OperationMain SwitchThe camera operates only after the <^> switch is turned on. This main switch has three settings:<H&g

Basic Operation(1) Halfway pressingWhen the shutter button is pressed halfway, autofocusing (AF) is activated to focus the subject. Auto

2. After pressing a button, turn the dial.When a button is pressed, its function turns on for 6 or 16 seconds. You then look at the LCD

There are two ways to use the <0>^1. While holding down a button, turn the <0> dial.2. After pressing and releasing a button, turn the &

Basic OperationTo reset the camera to the default settings:4 Open the side door and press the <CLEAR> button. This resets the camera to

2. Installing the Battery and Checking the Battery LevelThe battery is housed in the camera grip. Remove the grip to install one 2CR5 lit

Installing the Battery and Checking the Battery LevelChecking the Battery Level"I Set the <fe)> switch to < A>.2 Open the side co

3. Mounting and Detaching a LensRed dotsVT\ 1EOS ,\\\ 13})III il^Ê S1 fMounting a Lens1 Remove the rear lens cap and the “ camera body cap by t

4. Loading FilmSet the <^> switch to < A>.Use your thumb to press the camera back lock release button and slide the camera ba

Loading FilmWrong%(§LJwKCU^. .+1. .+2. +3After checking that the film leader edge is correctly aligned with the orange mark, close the c

Loading FilmCustom Function CF-8 can set the frame counter to count down the remaining number of exposures. If this function is set

Loading FilmCustom Function CF-3 can prevent the ISO film speed from being set automatically. See page 108.41Since an infrared sensor i

5. Unloading FilmAfter the film’s last frame is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically.1When the film starts to rewind, t

Quick Start With Program AEFor quick and easy picture-taking, use the Program AE mode. This mode sets both the shutter speed and aper

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Quick Start With Program AEWhile pressing the <MODE> button, turn the dial to <P>.Focusing pointIn-focus indicator —Area AF ellipseSh

Quick Start With Program AE[Exposure Warnings]\ /Zi n I ( It U\ /o n n n r< r<O U U U C tzIf the shutter speed or aperture blinks, it m

To obtain sharp pictures, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.• Firmly grasp the camera grip with your right hand.• Hold the lens with yo

Autofocus (AF)The area AF ellipse has 45 focusing points. By selecting the optimum focusing point, autofocusing can be executed while

1. AF Mode SelectionAF Mode Selection“I Set the lens focus mode switch to AF.While pressing the camera’s <AF> mode button, turn the

AF Mode SelectionAF ModesDifferent AF modes have different AF operation characteristics. The camera has two AF modes: One-Shot AF for

AF Mode SelectionA! Servo AF for Moving SubjectsWhile you press the shutter button halfway, the camera focuses continuously. This AF mode

2. Area AF Ellipse and Focusing PointsThe area AF ellipse is an area where the subject is focused. The area AF ellipse has 45 focusin

ContentsHandling Precautions...6Nomenclature...9Before You Start1. Basic Operation...

Conventions Used in this Instructions Booklet...134. Loading Film...24Setting

Handling PrecautionsCamera Care and Storage{ 1 ) The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock.

Handling Precautions(11) After detaching the lens from the camera, put on the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up

Handling PrecautionsThe camera operates only after the battery is properly installed (see page21). Check the battery power in the following cases;(1)

Nomenclature• Reference page numbers are indicated in parentheses.• In the text, camera controls are indicated by their respective icons.Lens mountL