Canon EOS 40D User Manual

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10Safety WarningsFollow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.Preventing Serious Injury or Dea

100Using the Built-in FlashEffective Range of Built-in Flash [Approx. meters/feet]Using the red-eye reduction lamp before taking a flash picture can r

101Using the Built-in FlashIn the same way as normal exposure compensation, you can set exposure compensation for flash. You can set flash exposure co

102Using the Built-in FlashFE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject.1Press the <D>

103The built-in flash and external Speedlite can also be set with the menu. The menu for the external Speedlite will be applicable only to EX-series S

1043 Flash ControlN E-TTL IIFor normal flash exposures, set it to [Evaluative].If [Average] is set, the flash exposure will be averaged for the entir

105Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation.When an EX-series Speedlite is attached to the camera, almost all the autoflash control

106External SpeedlitesSync SpeedThe camera can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/ 250 sec. or slower shutter speeds. With large stu

1076Live View ShootingYou can shoot while viewing a real-time image on the camera’s LCD monitor or on a personal computer screen. This is called “Live

108Instead of looking through the viewfinder, you can look at a real-time image on the camera’s LCD monitor while shooting. Live View shooting does no

109Live View ShootingNWith the camera ready to shoot, press <0>.X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor in real-time with approx. 1

11• 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 elect

110Live View ShootingN1Move the focusing frame to the position where you want to focus. Use <9> to move the focusing frame in full view. If you

111Live View ShootingN1Check the composition. Press the <u> button to check the image composition in full view.2Check the shutter speed and ape

112Live View ShootingN Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.About the Information DisplayFocusing frameHisto

113Live View ShootingNInstructions for setting the [6 Live View function settings] menu’s [Silent shoot.] are explained below. Mode 1The shooting sou

114Live View ShootingNIf the [8C.Fn III -6] (AF during Live View shooting) setting is set to [Enable], you can focus with the <p> button.Be sure

115 7Image PlaybackThis chapter explains how to playback images, including how to erase images and how to display images on a TV screen.For images tak

1161Playback the image. Press the <x> button.X The last captured image or last image viewed will appear.2Select the image. To playback images

117x Image Playback About the Highlight AlertWhen the [4 Highlight alert] menu is set to [Enable], overexposed highlight areas will blink. To obtain

118x Image Playback About the HistogramThe brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution, overall brightness, and gradation. And

119x Image Playback1Turn on the index display. During image playback, press the <I> button.X The 4-image index display will appear. The current

12Camera 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

120x Image PlaybackMagnify the image. During image playback, press the <u> button to magnify the image. If you keep pressing the <u> but

121x Image PlaybackYou can playback the CF card’s images in an automatic slide show. Each image will be displayed for about 4 sec.1Select [Auto play].

122x Image PlaybackBy connecting the camera to a TV set with the video cable (provided), you can view the captured images on a TV set. Turn off the ca

123This prevents the image from being erased accidentally.1Select [Protect images]. Under the [3] tab, select [Protect images], then press <0>.

124You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.123) will not be erased.Once an image is erased,

125You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to read.1Select [LCD brightness]. Under the [6] tab, select [LCD brightness], t

126Changing Image Playback SettingsVertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and personal

1278Sensor CleaningThe camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit attached to the sensor’s front layer (low-pass filter) to shake off dust automatically.

128Whenever you set the power switch to <1/J> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates (approx. 1 sec.) to automatically shake off t

129Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still remains, yo

13Handling PrecautionsLCD Panel and LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effecti

1303 Appending Dust Delete DataN3Photograph a solid-white object. At a distance of 20 - 30 cm / 0.7 - 1.0 feet, fill the viewfinder with a patternles

131Dust which could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a blower, etc.The surface of the image sensor is extr

1323 Manual Sensor CleaningN While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutte

1339Direct Printing from the Camera/Digital Print Order FormatYou can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images in the CF card

134You do the direct printing procedure entirely with your camera while you look at the LCD monitor.1Set the camera’s power switch to <2>.2Set u

135Preparing to Print6Playback the image. Press the <x> button.X The image will appear, and the <w> icon will appear on the upper left to

136The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer’s i

137wPrinting Turn the <5> dial to select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>.X The paper type screen will appear.

138wPrinting4Set the printing effects. Set as necessary. Turn the <5> dial to select the item on the upper right, then press <0>. If th

139wPrinting5Set the date and file number imprinting. Set as necessary. Turn the <5> dial to select <I>, then press <0>. Turn the

14Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery. (p.26)To recharge the battery, see page 24.2Attach the lens. (p.30)When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with

140wPrintingIn step 4 on page 138, select the printing effect. When the <e> icon is displayed next to <z>, press the <B> button. You

141wPrintingYou can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed. Do the trimming right before printing. If you se

142wPrinting Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area might not be printed as you specified. The smaller you make the trimming frame, the gr

143Set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot be set i

144W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)4 Exit the setting. Press the <7> button.X The print order screen will reappear. Next, select [Sel.Image

145W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Sel.ImageSelect and order images one by one.Press the <I> button to display the three-image view. To ret

146With a PictBridge printer, you can easily print images with DPOF.1 Prepare to print. See page 134.Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printer”

14710Transferring Images toa Personal ComputerYou can use the camera to select images in the CF card and transfer them directly to a personal computer

148Before connecting the camera to the personal computer, be sure to first install the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk software (in the CD-ROM provided with

149d Transferring Images to a Personal ComputerThe images transferred to the personal computer will be organized according to the shooting date and sa

15Quick Start Guide6Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.46)All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically.7Focus the subject.

150d Transferring Images to a Personal ComputerUnder the [3] tab, you can use [Transfer order] to select the images to be transferred to a personal co

15111Customizing theCameraWith Custom Functions, you can change the camera functions according to your preference. Also, the current camera settings c

1521Select [8]. Turn the <6> dial to select the [8] tab.2Select the group. Turn the <5> dial to select C.Fn I - IV, then press <0>

1533 Setting Custom FunctionsNCustom FunctionsC.Fn I: Exposure1 Exposure level increments2 ISO speed setting increments3 ISO expansion4 Bracketing aut

154Custom Functions are organized into four groups based on the function type: C.Fn I: Exposure, C.Fn II: Image, C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive, C.Fn IV:

1553 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn I -4 Bracketing auto cancel0: OnThe AEB and WB-BKT settings will be canceled if you set the power switch to <

1563 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II: ImageC.Fn II -1 Long exposure noise reduction0: Off1: AutoFor 1 sec. or longer exposures, noise reduction i

1573 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II -3 Highlight tone priority0: Disable1: EnableImproves the highlight detail. The dynamic range is expanded fr

1583 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn III -2 Lens AF stop button function0: AF stop1: AF startAF operates only while the button is pressed. While the

1593 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn III -3 AF point selection method0: NormalPress the <S> button and use <9> to select the AF point.1:

16For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**).NomenclatureDigital terminal (p.134,148)Video OUT terminal (p.12

1603 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn III -6 AF during Live View shooting0: Disable1: EnableDuring Live View shooting, you can interrupt the Live Vie

1613 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn IV -2 AF-ON/AE lock button switch0: Disable1: EnableThe functions of the <p> and <A/y> buttons will

1623 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn IV -5 Focusing ScreenThe camera provides interchangeable focusing screens. This Custom Function must be set so

1633 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn IV -6 Add original decision data0: Off1: OnData for verifying whether the image is original or not is appended

164For faster access, you can register up to six menus and Custom Functions which you change frequently.1Select [My Menu settings]. Under the [9] tab

165Under the Mode Dial’s <w>, <x>, and <y> positions, you can register most of the current camera settings containing your preferred

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16712ReferenceThis chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to

168When the camera is ready to shoot, press the <B> button and “Camera set.” and “Shoot. func.” will appear.When “Shoot. func.” is displayed, yo

169B Checking Camera SettingsIf you press the <m>, <o>, <n>, or <S> button, the setting screen will appear and you can turn th

17NomenclatureTripod socketExtension system terminalBattery compartment cover (p.26)Battery compartment cover release lever (p.26)<V> Focal plan

170With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level.1Connect

171The date/time (back-up) battery maintains the camera’s date and time. Its service life is about 5 years. If the date/time is reset when the battery

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174If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer o

175Troubleshooting Guide The CF card is not properly inserted. (p.28) If the CF card is full, replace the card or delete unnecessary images to make

176Troubleshooting Guide When using Live View shooting, use a CF card (a hard disk-type CF card such as MicroDrive is not recommended). A hard disk-t

177If there is a problem with the camera, an error message appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.To recover from the error screen, turn the power

178System MapEyecup EbRubber Frame EbEyepiece Extender EP-EX15Angle Finder CDate / time CR2016 lithium batteryE-series Dioptric Adjustment LensesWide

179System MapEF-SlensesEF lensesCF cardCard readerPCMCIA adapterInterface CableIFC-200UInterface Cable IFC-500UWireless FileTransmitterWFT-E3Wireless

18NomenclatureLCD PanelThe display will show only the settings currently applicable.Shutter speedBusy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (buSY)Custom Fun

180If you plan to use the camera with Battery Grip BG-E2, originally dedicated to the EOS 20D and EOS 30D, read the following. For instructions other

181•TypeType:Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flashRecording media: Type I or II CF card*Compatible with Microdrive and 2GB and

182SpecificationsRecording functions:With the WFT-E3 attached, image recording to the CF card and to USB external media connected to the WFT-E3 will b

183SpecificationsAF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selectionSelected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD p

184SpecificationsFlash coverage: 17mm lens angle of viewFlash exposure compensation: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop incrementsFE lock: Provided• Externa

185Specifications•LCD MonitorType: TFT color liquid-crystal monitorMonitor size: 3.0 in.Pixels: Approx. 230,000Coverage: Approx. 100%Brightness adjust

186Specifications• Power SourceBattery:Single Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512* AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2* Wit

187SpecificationsWorking humidity: 85% or lessDimensions (W x H x D):91 x 67 x 31 mm / 3.6 x 2.6 x 1.2 in.Weight: Approx. 115 g / 4.1 oz.• Battery Cha

188SpecificationsMax. diameter x length: 78.5 x 92 mm / 3.1 x 3.6 in.Weight: Approx. 475 g / 16.8 oz.Hood: EW-73BCase: LP1116 All specifications abov

189European Union (and EEA) only.This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Dir

19NomenclatureViewfinder InformationThe display will show only the settings currently applicable.Spot metering circleAF points (Superimposed display)&

190IndexAAC Adapter Kit ... 170Access lamp ...29A-DEP (Automatic depth-of-field AE)...

191IndexExternal Speedlite...105Eyepiece cover ...23, 97FFaithful ...

192IndexISO speed...59, 169Automatic setting...60ISO expansion ... 154JJump di

193IndexSwitch ...32Printing...133Layout...

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This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of August 2007. For information on the camera’s compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced

2Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The EOS 40D is a high-performance, digital SLR camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with 10.10 effecti

20NomenclatureMode DialThe Mode Dial has the Basic Zone modes and Creative Zone modes.Full AutoBasic ZoneAll you do is press the shutter button. Fully

21NomenclatureEF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lensEF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens Focus mode switch (p.30)Lens mount index (p.30)Contacts (p.13)Hood EW-60C

22NomenclatureBattery Charger CG-580This is a battery pack charger. (p.24)Battery Charger CB-5LThis is a battery pack charger. (p.24)Battery pack slot

231Getting StartedThis chapter explains preliminary steps and basic camera operations.Attaching the StrapPass the end of the strap through the camera’

241Remove the cover. When you remove the battery from the camera, be sure to reattach the cover to protect against short circuiting.2Attach the batte

25Recharging the Battery Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used.A charged battery unused will still gradually lose its

26Load a fully charged BP-511A battery pack into the camera.1Open the battery compartment cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrow and open the c

27Installing and Removing the BatteryBattery Life [Number of shots • approx.] The figures above are based on a fully-charged BP-511A, no Live View sho

28The captured image is recorded onto the CF card (sold separately).Although the thickness is different between the Type I and Type II CF cards, eithe

29Installing and Removing the CF Card1Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover.2Remo

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

301Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.2Attach the lens. Align the EF-S lens with the c

31Mounting and Detaching a LensIf an Image Stabilizer (IS) lens is attached and the lens IS switch is set to <1>, the Image Stabilizer will oper

32<2>: The camera is turned off and does not operate. Position for when you do not use the camera.<1> : The camera operates.<J> : Th

33Basic OperationPressing completelyThis releases the shutter and takes the picture.(1)After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial.When you press

34Basic OperationBefore using the <5> dial, set the power switch to <J>.(1)After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial.When you press

35Basic OperationTurn the dioptric adjustment knob. Turn the knob left or right so that the AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.To obtain sharp im

36By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set the image-recording quality, Picture Style, the date/time, Custom Functions, etc. W

37Menu Operations1Display the menu. Press the <M> button to display the menu.2Select a tab. Turn the <6> dial to select a tab.3Select a

38Menu Operations1 Shooting 1 (Red) Page2 Shooting 2 (Red)3 Playback 1 (Blue)Menu SettingsQuality73 / 83 / 74 / 84 / 76 / 86 / 1 / D1+(73 / 83 / 74 /

39Menu Operations4 Playback 2 (Blue) Page 5 Set-up 1 (Yellow)6 Set-up 2 (Yellow)Highlight alert Disabled / Enable 117AF point disp.Disabled / Enable 1

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

40Menu Operations7 Set-up 3 (Yellow) Page8 Custom Functions (Orange)9 My Menu (Green)Camera user settingRegister current camera settings to the Mode D

411Select [Language]. Under the [6] tab, select [Language] (the third item from the top), then press <0>.2Set the desired language. Turn the &

42Before You StartYou can change this auto power-off time for the camera to turn off automatically after a certain period of non-operation. If you do

43Before You Start2Select [OK]. Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], then press <0>.X The CF card will be formatted (initialized).X When the

44The camera’s shooting settings and menu settings can be reset to the default settings.1Select [Clear all camera settings]. Under the [7] tab, selec

452Basic ShootingThis chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results.With the Basic Zone modes, all you do is poin

461Set the Mode Dial to <1>.2Aim any AF point over the subject. All the AF points will operate, and focus will generally be achieved at the AF

471 Fully Automatic Shooting The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.Aim the AF point over an area having good contras

48Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective.In the <1> (Full Au

49The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes flesh tones and the hair look softer than with

5321IntroductionItem Check List ...3Conventions Used in

50Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, and to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also becom

51When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macr

52To photograph a moving subject whether it be a child running or an auto race, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Use a telephoto lens.Using a telepho

53To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Use a wide-angle lens a

54In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for candlelight scenes when you wan

553Image SettingsThis chapter explains the digital image settings for the image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, and color

56Set the image-recording quality to suit the intended image size for printing, etc. In the Basic Zone modes, only the following image-recording quali

573 Setting the Image-recording Quality The number of possible shots and maximum burst apply to a 1GB CF card based on Canon’s testing standards. The

583 Setting the Image-recording QualityThe RAW image is the data output by the image sensor and converted to digital data which is recorded on the CF

59Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. For example, when you increase the ISO speed (higher number

6Contents7654Setting the AF and Drive Modes 75Selecting the AF Mode ...

60i: Setting the ISO SpeedNIf the ISO speed is set to “Auto”, the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button halfw

61By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain the desired image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject.In the Basic Zone modes,

62A Selecting a Picture StyleN FaithfulThe image is dull and subdued. When the subject is captured under a color temperature of 5200K, the color is a

63You can customize the Picture Style by adjusting the individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To customize [Monochrome], see the next

64A Customizing the Picture StyleNFor Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast].[Filt

65You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User

66A Registering the Picture StyleN6Set the parameter. Turn the <5> dial to set the parameter as desired, then press <0>. Press the <M

67White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natura

68B: Setting the White BalanceNCustom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy.1Pho

69B: Setting the White BalanceNYou can numerically set the white balance’s color temperature.1Select [White balance]. Under the [2] tab, select [Whit

7Contents89101112Sensor Cleaning 127Automatic Sensor Cleaning...128Appending

70You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature c

713 White Balance CorrectionNWith just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color tempera

72The 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 and saved in

733 File Numbering MethodsResets the file numbering to 0001 whenever the CF card is replacedEach time the CF card is replaced, the file numbering star

74The color space refers to the range of reproducible colors. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB.

754Setting the AF andDrive ModesThe viewfinder has 9 AF points. By selecting a suitable AF point, you can shoot with autofocus while framing the subje

76Select the AF mode suiting the shooting conditions or subject. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF mode is set automatically.1On the lens, set t

77f: Selecting the AF ModeNThis AF mode is for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shutter button halfw

78Select one of the nine AF points to autofocus. In the Basic Zone and <8> modes, automatic AF point selection will take effect automatically. Y

79S Selecting the AF PointNUnder low-light conditions, when you press the shutter button halfway, the built-in flash fires a brief burst of flashes. I

8Power Battery• Charging Î p.24• Battery check Î p.26 Power outlet Î p.170 Auto power off Î p.42Menus & Basic Settings Menus Î p.38 Camera setting

80Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjects difficult t

81Single and continuous drive modes are provided. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum drive mode is set automatically.1Press the <o> button. (9

82Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture. The <j> (10 sec. timer) can be used in all shooting modes.1Press the <o> button.

835Advanced OperationsWith Creative Zone modes, you can set the desired shutter speed or aperture to obtain the result you want. You take control of t

84The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.*<d> stands for Progr

85d: Program AE If “30"” shutter speed and the maximum aperture blink, it indicates underexposure.Increase the ISO speed or use flash. If “8000

86In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the correct exposure matching the brightness of the

87s: Shutter-Priority AE If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure.Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the a

88In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the correct exposure suiting the subject br

89f: Aperture-Priority AEPress the depth-of-field preview button to stop down to the current aperture setting. You can check the depth of field (range

9Index to FeaturesExposure adjustment Exposure compensation Î p.93 AEB Î p.94 AE lock Î p.95 Exposure level increments Î p.154Flash Built-in flash Î p

90In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfi

91Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture req

92Four metering modes are provided: Evaluative, partial, spot, and center-weighted average metering. In the Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering is s

93Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure set by the camera. You can make the image look brighter (increased exposure) or darker

94By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive

95Use 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 s

96When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter button. This i

97Bulb ExposuresIf you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use

98Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations can also help when you use

99E-TTL II autoflash obtains high-precision and consistent flash shots.If necessary, the built-in flash will pop-up automatically in low-light or back