Canon EOS 620 User Manual

Display Panel Illumination Button (EOS 620 Only)Partial Metering ButtonGripAttachment Screwo o e oAF Ca• «0« #o Film Rewind Button0AF Mode Selector

1. Autofocus a substitute subject at the samedistance from the camera as your main subject, and then recompose the picture ...(A)2. Hold t

10. Manual Focusing1) Slide the lens focus mode switch to “M”• The panel display automatically changes to “M. FOCUS” and the AF mode cannot b

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1. SeH-timer PhotographyThe self-timer allows you to delay shutter release for ten seconds.To set;1) Put the camera on a table, tripod, or othe

3) Open the switch cover and press the blue film winding mode selector (see p. 26).4) Turn the electronic input dial until"Ci)” mark appears in

5) Focus the subject in either the ONE SHOT or SERVO mode.6) Make sure the exposure is correct and then press the shutter button. The self

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2 Dedicated Flash PhotographySpeedlite 420EZ%)eedhte 300EZ60

(1) Use the Canon Speedlites 420EZ and 300EZas fill-in flash in outdoor settings as well as for normal flash when shooting at night or in a dimly-li

Carrying the Camera1) Thread the ends of the neckstrap through the rings on the camera as shown.Semi-hard case SSemi-hard case LL87

Upon flash charge completion in the Program AE mode, the aperture value and the X-sync shutter speed are automatically set. X-sync shutt

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(2) Other Canon SpeedlitesFollow the steps below for photography;automatic flash1) Set the camera's shooting mode to “M”.2) Set the desire

(3) other Manufacturers’ FlashesThe X-sync speed can be set to 1/125 or slower with the EOS 650 and 1/250 sec or slower with the E

3. Bulb (Long Exposure)Use the bulb mode for exposures longer than 30seconds like astro or night photography.1) Set the shooting mode to “M”2) Turn

MbuLfi г.a „ONEShot«5 sec displayMileLfa C'.fl „OHESHOT30 sec displaybutb г.8 _OW SHOT,n ^a_ U40 sec displayMb U L b ^ONE SHOT. -II120 sec displa

4. Shooting with infrared FilmWhen using black-and-white infrared film make a slight adjustment in focus with the red infrared index.For

When using infrared fiim, use a deep red fiiter as specified by the manufacturer. The infrared index mark position has been computed for infrared fiim

AccessoriesSpeedlite 420EZSpeedlite 300EZ

These are high-performance, electronic flash units featuring A (Advanced)-TTL automatic fiash output controi, which respond to a wide r

2) Keep the camera in its case to protect it while carrying.Camera CasesCanon offers three semi-hard cases.1. Semi-hard case S stores the camera with

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The greatest feature of SLR cameras is that they accept a variety of interchangeable ienses ranging from fish-eye to teiephoto. Canon provi

EF Lens LineupLens Angle of ViewC№iiuctntMinimumApertureClosest Focusing DistanceFilter Size(mm)Length Weight(m)(ft)(mm)(in )(gr)(ozs )Fish-eye EF 15m

Interchangeable Focusing ScreensThe Overall New Laser-Matte/AF Frame screen comes with your camera. You can change the focusing screen acc

H. Laser Matte/ScaleMatte field with vertical and horizontal scale in millimeters. Recommended for close-ups, etc. where it is useful to kn

Quartz Date Back ETechnical Back E / Interface Unit TB / Keyboard Unit EThe Quartz Date Back E is a fully automatic data back which imprin

Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Circular Polarizing Filters PL-C Interchangeable GripsTen eyesight correction lenses are available in powers of +3,

Caring for Your CameraAs with any precision instrument proper care and maintenance involve a few simple rules and good common sense. Obser

PRECAUTIONS• Be careful NEVER to touch the shutter curtain• After using the camera at the beach, clean it thoroughly Salt and sand are

other Notes1. Liquid Crystai DispiayThe display panel uses a liquid crystal to display exposure information. After about five years, the display may

Preliminary Preparations

3. Lithium Battery Pack (1)This camera uses one, six-volt lithium battery pack (2CR5) Try to make a habit of checking the battery at the following ti

4. Lithium Battery Pack (2)Even if one blinking bar mark or no bar mark appears in the dispiay panel during battery check, exposure will be corr

Appendix

This camera uses a liquid crystal display panel to indicate shooting information The diagram below shows all the information for explanat

ever, the display never actually looks like this. Normally, the panel displays only the information required at the time. ® (jj)Film w

2. Viewfinder information DispiayThe bright and easy-to-read viewfinder displays only necessary information outside the field of view.The diagram her

3. Shooting CapacityFtor one, new 2CR5 lithium battery pack in the continuous film winding mode.Temperature 24-exp. rolls 36-exp. rollsNormal(

4. Evaluative Metering CharacteristicsAs shown below, the evaluative metering system automatically measures light in six different zones, a

5. Comparisons between AF Mode and Film Winding Mode (in the evaluative met^'ing mode)AF modeFilmwinding mode^’'\..ONE SHOT AFSERVO AFS: sin

m|6. Program Line (program^ characteristics]»This camera is equipped with the advanced "in- teiiigent Program AE” which chooses the

1. Attaching the Lens'ijm.1) Turn the rear lens cap in the direction of the arrow until it stops and remove it from the lens.•

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21EV22Black: When using the EF 35-70mm f/3.5-4.580

Program shift characteristics (EOS 620 only)(EF50mm f/1 8, — example with shift at EV13)7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21EV22• indicates t

Type;35mm autofocus, single-lens reflex camera with electronically-controlled automatic exposure, focal plane shutter, and built-in motor drive. Forma

Mirror:Quick-return half-mirror with shock and noise absorber.Viewfinder information:Displayed at the bottom of the viewing area.(1) 7-segment LCD d

Exposure Modes:Shutter-Priority AE Aperture-Priority AE inteiiigent Program AE Program Shift Function (EOS 620 oniy)Depth of Fieid AE (EOS 650 oniy)Ma

tinuous exposures are taken in sequence of underexposure, correct exposure according to camera’s meter and overexposure.Multiple Exposures (

Shutter:Vertical-travel focal plane shutter with soft-touch electromagnetic release. All speeds electronically controlled.Shutter Speed:EOS

Film Rewind:Automatic using the built-in miniature motor. Starts when the film end is reached and then stops (with 24-exp. film, approx.

Depth-of-Field Check:By pressing the depth-of-field check button.LCD Display Panel:Displays only the information required at the time, e.g. shooting m

(All data are based on Canon's Standard Test Method.)Subject to change without notice.This equipment has been tested and found to comply w

4) Then turn the lens clockwise until it stops and the lens is locked with a click.5) Remove the front lens cap.To remove the lens, turn it coun

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2. Loading the BatteryThis camera uses one, six-volt lithium battery pack (2CR5).1) Remove the grip with a coin or similar object.When replacing the

3. Checking the Battery1) Set the main switch to the green "A” or ‘'(c*))” mark. The display will come on at this time. If the dis

4. Loading the Film1) To open the back cover, push the back cover latch down while pressing the back cover lock button.2) Insert the

4) Make sure that the film has no slack and that its perforations are properly engaged with the sprocket teeth.5) Close the back co

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Automatic Film Speed SettingThe camera automatically sets film speed by sensing the DX code marked on the film cartridge (ISO 25-5000 accordi

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1. Setting the Main Switch to the “Full Auto” Position1) Slide the lens focus switch to “AF"mode 2) Set the camera’s main switch to the “

2. Holding the CameraYour pictures will not be sharp if the camera moves as the shutter is pressed. This movement is called “camera-s

3) Lightly hold the camera against your cheek or forehead and look into the viewfinder,4) Spread your feet slightly apart, one foot ahead of the oth

3. AF Focusing1) Center the AF frame (“[ main subject.mark) over theDo not touch the lens' moving parts during AF focusing.16

2) Press the shutter button halfway and automatic focus (AF) starts. When correct focus is obtained, the green AF in-focus indicato

4. Exposure1) Gently press the shutter button halfway to bheck the exposure.Once the shutter button is pressed halfway, the display is held on f

Correct exposure displayApertane17

2) Compose the picture and while continuing to hold down the shutter button gently press the shutter button completely to take the pictu

Table of ContentsPreliminary Preparations1. Attaching the Lens... 62. Loading the Battery ...

Display Panel Illumination (EOS 620 Oniy)Press the display panel illumination button to il- liminate the display panel for approximately eight seconds

5. Automatic Film RewindTh« film automatically rewinds at the end of the roll.sequence from right to left to indicate the function in progress wh

3) Remove the film cartridge.20

Rewinding Mid-RoiiPress the film rewind button (Qss) to rewind before the roll ends. The function begins immediately

Making the Most of Your EOS 620/650Detailed explanation of other modes to make picture-taking fun.21

1. Main Switch FunctionsThe main switch has four positions.L(OFF): Turns off the camera. Be sure to set at this position to prevent accid

A(ON):Activates the camera. (The electronic beeper tone does not sound at this position.)

((•>)(ON): In addition to being the same ON position as “A”, the electronic beeper tone sounds in the following cases;1) When correct fo

D(ON): Full auto position. The setting will be as follows automatically regardless of the mode1) AF mode - ONE SHOT2) AE mode - P (Progr

2. Setting the AF modeThis camera has two AF modes and the manual focus mode.ONE SFIOT: Normal set position. The lens stops moving onc

5. Partial Metering... 446. Exposure Compensation... 467. Auto Exposure Bracketing...

To set the AF mode, follow these steps:1) Set the lens focus mode switch to “AF.”

AF SC'«> t=a •«00 •2) Open the switch cover and press the yellow AF mode selector.The display will be held on for approximately eig

ONE SHOTSERVO3) Turn the electronic input dial to select either “ONE SHOT” or “SERVO"25

3. Setting the Film Winding ModeThis camera has two automatic film winding modes.S: Single exposure. The film automatically advances to t

d12) Turn the electronic input dial to set either “S" or “C” in the display panel.

4. Setting the Shooting ModeTo set the shooting mode, press the shooting mode selector while turning the eiectronic input dial until th

(1) Program AE [PURPOSE]The camera automatically sets shutter speed/ aperture combinations according to subject brightness. This mode par

[VIEWFINDER INFORMATION]Make sure that both values remain continuously littes ifln. „ifl.•гs гвWhen both values blink, exposure is incorr

When the automatically-set shutter speed is too slow to hand-hold, the camera will sound a long beeper tone to warn you. We recommend using

introductionThank you for purchasing the Canon EOS 620/650. Designed with the most advanced and innovative technoiogy available, this h

(2) Program Shift Function (EOS 620 Oniy) [PURPOSE]With the EOS 620, you can change the automatically-set shutter speed/aperture comb

[SETTING]Simply turn the electronic input dial until the desired shutter speed or aperture value appears ^fter pressing the shutter

Example:Displays when the shutter button is pressed haifwayp185 8,8__^ONC SHOTTurn the eiectronic input diai.P858' O' rr\ONE SHOTei____

After shutter release, the program shift function automatically clears.The program shift function cannot be used in flash photography.For f

(3) Shutter-Priority AE [PURPOSE]In this mode the shutter speed is manually set and the camera automatically chooses the correct aperture for

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[VIEWFINDER INFORMATION]Make sure that both values remain continuously lit.TvrnnDUU¿Bsiowe SHOT 1UJSOS i.8Underexposure — The lens maximum

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(4) Aperture-Priority AE [PURPOSE]In this mode, the aperture is set manually and the camera chooses correct shutter speed for the lighting cond

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In addition, your photographic options are further expanded by exclusive accessories such as the Speedlites 420EZ and 300EZ that respond to a v

[VIEWFINDER INFORMATION]Make sure that both values remain continuously lit.Av(iSONE SHOTliS ?,SUnderexposure — The shutter speed of 30” s

When the automatically-set shutter speed is too slow to hand-hold, the camera-shake warning sounds. We recommend using a tripod.35

Depth of FieldWhen your subject is in focus, there is a certain area in front of it and behind it which will also be in focus. This range of

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To check the depth of field (1)Push the depth-of-field check button and the camera will stop-down the aperture to either the automaticall

To check the depth of field (2)Press the shutter button halfway and note the aperture value. Find the two aperture values on the depth-o

(5) Depth of Field AE (EOS 650 Only) [PURPOSE]This mode makes everything from a certain point in the foreground to the background in focus, us

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2) Compose the picture first.3) Focus the subject in either the ONE SHOT or SERVO mode.4) Center the AF frame ( '[ ]”) over the first point

6) Focus the second “B” point of the background (see illus. B as you would for step 4).DEPTHdEPONE SHOTdf P iThe display after the second “B" po

NOMENCLATURELCD Display PanelElectronic Input DialShutter ButtonGrip/Battery Chamber CoverSelf-timer Operation Indicator <LED)Distance IndexManual

[VIEWFINDER INFORMATION]If it is impossible to get the distance range in focus, the lens minimum aperture value \will start blinking. E

Make sure that both values remain continuous' iy iit.DEPTHso' ' r-lomsnQTa_2l[l-6D t J

When both values blink, exposure is incorrect. Use an ND filter in bright settings and switch to flash photography in dark settings.

When you try to focus extremely near and far points the automatically-set shutter speed will be comparatively slower and the long b

(5) Manual Override[PURPOSE]This creative mode aiiows you to controi exposure by setting both the shutter speed and aperture.[SETTING]1) Whiie press

3) Turn the electronic input dial to set the desired shutter speed.4) Press the manual aperture set button.• At this point, “ OP ”, " 0

5) While pressing the manual aperture set button, turn the electronic input dial until “ oo " displays. The corresponding ape

5. Partial MeteringThis camera has an evaluative metering function \«hich allows you to obtain the correct exposure without exposure co

1) Put the main subject in the center and cover with the patrial metering mark.2) Press the shutter button halfway.

Accessory ShoeMain Switch Film Plane Indicator\ eosBSDExposure Compensation Button Shooting Mode SelectorNeckstrap FixtureBack Cover Lock ButtonBack C

3) While pressing the shutter button halfway, press the partial metering button. (In the manual override, however, press the partial

4) Compose the picture while continuing to hold down the shutter button, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture.Seque

6. Exposure CompensationUse exposure compensation for high-key (intentionally overexposed) or low-key (intentionally underexposed) shots. T

I- 'n n raU.UQ1) Press the exposure compensation button and "0 0±" appears in the display panel

+ 1.5 steps of compensation applied2) While pressing the exposure compensation button, turn the electronic Input dial to the desired expos

—2.0 steps of compensation appliedThe mark indicating exposure compensation status appears in the viewfinder and in the display panel.Reset the

7. Auto Exposure Bracketing (EOS 620 Only)Use auto exposure bracketing when you want to choose the best exposure by changing the amount

2) Turn the electronic input dial to the desired bracketing value.• If you set 1.5 in the display panel, for example, the camera automatic

f1 cl.-l—2. The original focus remains locked during three continuous exposures regardless of the AF mode.3. To clear auto exposure bra

<Auto Exposure Bracketing Continued)-1.5 step of compensation applied± 0 step ofcompensation applied50

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,'h-.б/-.+1.5 step of compensation applied

Helpful Hints1. Use the exposure compensation function if, tor example, you want particular overexposing-bracket exposures such as ±0.5, +1.5

2. With the Technical Back E, auto exposure bracketing can be done up to nine exposures in 1/4-step increments.51

8. Multiple Exposures (EOS 620 Only)The EOS 620’s provision for muitiple exposures allo\A/s you to take two or more exposures on th

1) Press both the shooting mode selector and the exposure compensation button simultaneously. The "ME” mark indicating multiple expos

• While shooting, the “ME” mark will blink to indicate the camera is in the multiple exposure status.• After the preset number of

Number of exposuresExposure Compensation SettingDouble-1.0Triple-1.5Quadruple-2.0Notes1. The preceding table is a generai guideline. The actua

9. Difficult Subjects for AutofocusAlthough the AF system of the camera is very accurate, it is not'perfect The following subjects are di

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