EOS 7D Mark II (G) C Y P O Basic Instruction Manual This basic manual covers only the most basic operations. For other features and more details, see the Camera Instruction Manual PDF file in the CD-ROM.
Introduction The EOS 7D Mark II (G) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, Dual DIGIC 6, approx. 100% viewfinder coverage, high-precision and highspeed 65-point AF (Cross-type AF point: Max. 65 points), approx. 10.0 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full High-Definition (Full HD) movie shooting, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and GPS function.
Item Check List Before starting, check that all the following items are included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Eyecup Eg Camera (with body cap) Wide Strap C Battery Charger Battery Pack LP-E6N LC-E6/LC-E6E* (with protective cover) Y P O Interface Cable IFC-150U II Cable protector * Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a power cord.) The Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs provided are listed on the next page.
Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs The instruction manual consists of a booklet, leaflets, and electronic manuals (PDF files on the CD-ROM). The booklet is the Basic Instruction Manual. For more detailed instructions, see the Camera Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM disc.
Compatible Cards The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity: If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, it is recommended that you format the card with this camera (p.58). CF (CompactFlash) cards * Type I, UDMA mode 7-compatible. SD/SDHC*/SDXC* memory cards * UHS-I cards supported. Cards that Can Record Movies When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/ writing speed as shown in the table. Movie Recording Size (p.
Quick Start Guide Insert the battery (p.32). 1 To charge the battery, see page 30. Insert the card (p.33). 2 The camera-front side slot is for a CF card, and the camera-back side slot is for an SD card. * Shooting is possible with either a CF card or an SD card in the camera. 3 4 5 6 White index Red index Y P O Attach the lens (p.42). C Align the lens’s white or red mount index with the camera’s index of the same color. Set the lens’s focus mode switch to (p.42).
Quick Start Guide While holding down the center of the Mode Dial, set it to (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.23). 6 All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically. Focus on the subject (p.47). 7 8 9 Look through the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will focus on the subject. If necessary, the built-in flash will be raised. C Y P O Take the picture (p.47). Press the shutter button completely to take the picture.
Conventions Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual <6> <5>
<9> <0> 0/9/7/8 : : : : : : Indicates the Main Dial. Indicates the Quick Control Dial. Indicates the AF area selection lever. Indicates the Multi-controller. Indicates the Setting button. Indicates that the corresponding function remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 16 sec. respectively after you let go of the button.
Chapters For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.
Contents Introduction 2 Item Check List................................................................................. 3 Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs ................................................... 4 Compatible Cards............................................................................. 5 Quick Start Guide ............................................................................. 6 Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 8 Chapters.............
Contents 2 Basic Shooting 67 A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...................68 A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) ......................... 71 3 Setting the AF and Drive Modes 73 f: Selecting the AF Operation ..................................................... 74 S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point ......................................... 78 AF Sensor .......................................................................................
Contents 5 GPS Settings 107 GPS Precautions.......................................................................... 108 Acquiring GPS Signals ................................................................. 109 Setting the Positioning Interval..................................................... 112 Using the Digital Compass ........................................................... 113 Logging the Route Traveled .........................................................
Contents 8 Shooting Movies 139 k Shooting Movies .....................................................................140 Autoexposure Shooting ..............................................................140 Shutter-priority AE ......................................................................141 Aperture-priority AE.................................................................... 142 Manual Exposure Shooting ........................................................
Handling Precautions Camera 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 underwater. If you accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult the nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry and clean cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe it with a well-wrung wet cloth.
Handling Precautions If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions before using it. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly. If you use continuous shooting, Live View shooting, or movie shooting for a prolonged period, the camera may become hot. This is not a malfunction.
Nomenclature Drive mode selection/ AF operation/AF method selection button (p.89/74/131) Flash exposure compensation/ISO speed setting button (p.97) White balance selection/ Metering mode selection button (p.99/121) EF lens mount index (p.42) Built-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.125/77) LCD panel illumination button (p.52) EF-S lens mount index (p.42) AF area selection/ Multi-function button (p.80) GPS antenna Flash sync contacts Hot shoe <6> Main Dial (p.
Nomenclature
AF area selection lever (p.50) LCD panel (p.19-20) Eyecup
AF start button (p.47) AE lock button (p.124) Viewfinder eyepiece AF point selection button (p.80-81) Info button (p.52, 63, 66, 111, 113, 130, 144, 152) Power switch (p.37) Menu button (p.55) Terminal cover C Y P O Touch pad (p.51) Quick Control button (p.53) <5> Quick Control Dial (p.49) <0> Setting button (p.55) External microphone IN terminal Headphone terminal Digital terminal (p.
Nomenclature Dioptric adjustment knob (p.46) Focal plane mark Speaker (for sound) Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch (p.127/139) <0> Start/Stop button (p.128, 140) Creative Photo/ Comparative playback (Two-image display) button (p.98) <9> Multi-controller (p.50) Rating button Strap mount (p.26) Index/Magnify/ Reduce button (p.158/159) Playback button (p.152) C Erase button (p.162) Speaker (for beeper) Y P O Battery compartment cover release lever (p.
Nomenclature LCD Panel Aperture Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (buSY) Multi function lock warning (L) No card warning (Card) Error code (Err) Cleaning image sensor (CLn) Logging function (LOG) White balance (p.
Nomenclature CF card indicator CF card selection icon ISO speed (p.97) SD card selection icon SD card indicator ISO speed (p.97) Highlight tone priority (p.103) Exposure level indicator (Setting value) Exposure compensation amount (p.122) AEB range (p.123) Flash exposure compensation amount C Flash exposure compensation Warning symbol 20 Y P O AF operation (p.74) X One-Shot AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF 4L Manual focus Drive mode (p.
Nomenclature Viewfinder Information Electronic level (p.64) Large Zone AF frame (p.79) Spot metering circle (p.121) Focusing screen Single AF point Spot AF point Grid (p.62) Exposure level indicator (Metering/ Flash metering) Area AF frame (p.79) Flicker detection (p.106) Shooting mode White balance (p.99) Drive mode (p.89) C Y P O AF operation (p.74) Metering mode (p.121) AF status indicator (p.
Nomenclature ISO speed (p.97) Focus indicator (p.68, 75) Battery check (p.38) AF status indicator AE lock (p.124) AEB in-progress (p.123) Flash-ready (p.125) Improper FE lock warning FE lock FEB in-progress High-speed sync Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed (p.117) FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (buSY) Multi function lock warning (L) No card warning (Card) Error code (Err) Aperture (p.
Nomenclature Mode Dial You can set the shooting mode. Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button). F : Bulb a : Manual exposure (p.119) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.118) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.117) d : Program AE (p.116) A : Scene Intelligent Auto (p.68) C Custom shooting mode Y P O You can register the shooting mode (d/s/f/a/F), AF operation, menu settings, etc., to w, x, y Mode Dial positions.
Nomenclature EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens Focusing ring (p.88, 137) Focus mode switch (p.42) Hood mount (p.44) Zoom position index Zoom ring lock lever (p.43) Filter thread (front of lens) Zoom ring (p.43) Image Stabilizer switch (p.45) Y P O Contacts (p.15) Lens mount index (p.42) C EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Hood mount (p.44) Focus mode switch (p.42) Zoom position index Distance scale Filter thread (front of lens) Zoom ring (p.43) Focusing ring (p.
Nomenclature Battery Charger LC-E6 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30). Power plug Battery pack slot Charge lamp IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet, if needed. C Y P O Battery Charger LC-E6E Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 (p.30).
Nomenclature Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap’s buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any slack and make sure the strap will not loosen from the buckle. The eyepiece cover is also attached to the strap.
Nomenclature Using the Cable Protector When connecting the camera to a computer, printer or Wireless File Transmitter, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon. When connecting the interface cable, also use the provided cable protector. Using the cable protector prevents the cable from accidental disconnection and the terminal from getting damaged.
Nomenclature Using a Genuine Interface Cable (sold separately) If you use a genuine interface cable (sold separately), run the cable through the clamp before attaching the clamp to the cable protector. Clamp C Y P O Connecting interface cable without using the cable protector may damage the digital terminal. Do not use a USB 2.0 cable equipped with a Micro-B plug. It may damage the camera’s digital terminal.
1 Getting Started Y P O This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations. C Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it quickly in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.
Charging the Battery 1 Remove the protective cover. Detach the protective cover provided with the battery. the battery. 2 Attach As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely to the charger. To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse. LC-E6 the battery. 3 Recharge For LC-E6 Y P O As shown by the arrow, flip out the battery charger’s prongs and insert the prongs into a power outlet.
Charging the Battery Tips for Using the Battery and Charger Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged. Charge the battery before use. Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used. Even during storage, a charged battery will gradually drain and lose its capacity. After recharging the battery, detach it and disconnect the charger from the power outlet. You can attach the cover in a different orientation to indicate whether the battery has been recharged or not.
Installing and Removing the Battery Load a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N (or LP-E6) into the camera. The camera’s viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and darkens when the battery is removed. Installing the Battery 1 Open the cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrows and open the cover. the battery. 2 Insert Insert the end with the battery contacts. Insert the battery until it locks in place. 3 Y P O Close the cover. C Press the cover until it snaps shut.
Installing and Removing the Card The camera can use a CF card and an SD card. Images can be recorded when at least one card is installed in the camera. If both types of card are inserted, you can select which card to record images to, or simultaneously record images on both cards (p.92-94). If you use an SD card, be sure the card’s write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. Installing the Card 1 CF card Open the cover. Slide the cover as shown by the arrows to open it.
Installing and Removing the Card the cover. 3 Close Close the cover and slide it in the Card Possible selection icon shots direction shown by the arrows until it snaps shut. X When you set the power switch to <1> (p.37), the number of possible shots and the loaded card(s) will be displayed on the LCD panel. The images will be recorded to the card indicated by the arrow < > icon. CF card indicator SD card indicator C Y P O The camera cannot use Type II CF cards or hard disk-type cards.
Installing and Removing the Card Removing the Card 1 Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover. If [Recording...] is displayed, close the cover. Access lamp the card. 2 Remove To remove the CF card, push the eject button. To remove the SD card, push it in gently and release it. Then pull it out. Pull the card straight out, then close the cover.
Installing and Removing the Card When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to, read from, or erased from the card, or data is being transferred. Do not open the card slot cover during this time. Also, never do any of the following while the access lamp is lit or blinking. Otherwise, it can damage the image data, card, or camera. • Removing the card. • Removing the battery. • Shaking or banging the camera around.
Turning on the Power If you turn on the power switch and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 39 to set the date/time/zone. <1> : The camera turns on. <2> : The camera is turned off and does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera. Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, sensor cleaning will be executed automatically. (A small sound may be heard.) During the sensor cleaning, the LCD monitor will display .
Turning on the Power z Checking the Battery Level When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates that the battery will be exhausted soon. Display Level (%) 100 - 70 69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 Number of Possible Shots 9-1 0 (Approx.
3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone are reset, the date/time/zone setting screen will appear. Follow the steps below, making sure to set the time zone first. Set the camera to the time zone in which you currently live so that, when you travel, you can simply change the setting to the correct time zone for your destination and the camera will automatically adjust the date/time.
3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone the date and time. 4 SetTurn the <5> dial to select the number. Press <0> so is displayed. Turn the <5> dial to select the desired setting, then press <0> (Returns to ). saving time. 5 SetSettheit ifdaylight necessary. Turn the <5> dial to select [Y]. Press <0> so is displayed. Turn the <5> dial to select [Z], then press <0>. When the daylight saving time is set to [Z], the time set in step 4 will advance by 1 hr.
3 Selecting the Interface Language The date/time that were set will start from when you press <0> in step 6. In step 3, the time displayed on the upper right of the screen is the time difference compared with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). If you do not see your time zone, set the time zone while referring to the difference with UTC. The time can be set using the GPS auto time setting function. 3 Selecting the Interface Language 1 Display the menu screen.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens The camera is compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-M lenses. Attaching a Lens 1 Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows. the lens. 2 Attach Align the lens’s red or white mount White index index with the camera’s mount index of the same color. Turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it clicks in place. Red index C Y P O the lens’s focus mode switch 3 Set to .
Attaching and Detaching a Lens Zooming Turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers. If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zoom ring after achieving focus may throw off the focus. Detaching the Lens While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow. C Y P O Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it. Attach the rear lens cap to the detached lens. To owners of the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Hood A lens hood can block unwanted light and prevent rain, snow, dust, etc. adhering to the front of the lens. Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can attach the hood in reverse. If the Lens and the Lens Hood Have a Mount Index 1 Align the red dots, then turn the hood as shown by the arrow. Align the red dots on the hood and lens edge, then turn the hood as shown by the arrow. the hood as shown in the 2 Turn illustration.
Lens Image Stabilizer When you use the IS lens’s built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example. * IS stands for Image Stabilizer. 1 Set the IS switch to <1>. Also set the camera’s power switch to <1>. the shutter button halfway. 2 Press X The Image Stabilizer will operate. the picture.
Basic Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity Turn the dioptric adjustment knob. Turn the knob left or right so that the AF points in the viewfinder look sharp. If the knob is difficult to turn, remove the eyecup. If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens Eg (sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera Y P O To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake.
Basic Operation Shutter Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Pressing Halfway This activates autofocusing and the automatic exposure system that sets the shutter speed and aperture. The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel for 4 sec. (metering timer/0). Pressing Completely Y P O This releases the shutter and takes the picture.
Basic Operation Mode Dial Turn the dial while holding down the lock release button at the center of the dial. Use it to set the shooting mode. 6 Main Dial (1) After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial. When you press a button such as , the respective function remains selected for 6 sec. (9). During this time, you can turn the <6> dial to change the setting. When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot.
Basic Operation 5 Quick Control Dial (1) After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial. When you press a button such as , the respective function remains selected for 6 sec. (9). During this time, you can turn the <5> dial to change the setting. When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use this dial to select or set the white balance, drive mode, flash exposure compensation, AF point, etc. Y P O (2) Turn the <5> dial only.
Basic Operation p AF Area Selection Lever The
lever can be tilted to the right. Use it to select the AF area selection mode. After pressing the button, tilt the
. Pressing the button will make the AF area selection mode and AF point selectable for 6 sec. (9). Then, when you tilt the
to the right within that time, you can change the AF area selection mode. You can also press the button and then press the button to select the AF area selection mode.
Basic Operation h Touch Pad During movie shooting, the touch pad provides a quiet way to adjust the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO speed, sound recording level, and headphone volume. This function works when [z5: Silent Control] is set to [Enable h]. After pressing the button, tap the <5> dial’s inner ring at the top, bottom, left, or right.
Basic Operation U LCD Panel Illumination Turn on (9) or off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the button. During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button completely will turn off the LCD panel illumination. Displaying Shooting Function Settings After you press the button a number of times, the shooting function settings will be displayed. With the shooting function settings displayed, you can turn the Mode Dial to see the settings for each shooting mode.
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control. 1 Press the button (7). X The Quick Control screen will appear. the desired functions. 2 SetUse <9> to select a function. X The setting of the selected function is displayed. Turn the <5> or <6> dial to change the setting. mode Y P O modes C the picture. 3 TakePress the shutter button completely to take the picture.
Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions Settable Functions on Quick Control Screen AE lock* (p.124) Aperture (p.118) Shutter speed (p.117) Highlight tone priority* (p.103) Shooting mode* (p.23) ISO speed (p.97) Exposure compensation/ AEB setting (p.122/123) Flash exposure compensation Picture Style (p.98) Custom Controls/ Flash firing (A mode) AF operation (p.74) Image-recording quality (p.95) Recording function/Card selection (p.92) White balance (p.99) Metering mode (p.
3 Menu Operations You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. button <6> Main Dial LCD monitor <5> Quick Control Dial button <0> button A Mode Menu Screen C Y P O * Certain menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in the mode.
3 Menu Operations Menu Setting Procedure 1 Display the menu screen. Press the button to display the menu screen. a tab. 2 Select Each time you press the button, the main tab will switch. Turn the <6> dial to select a secondary tab. For example, the [z4] tab refers to the screen displayed when the z (Shooting) tab’s fourth dot “ ” from the left is selected. Y P O the desired item. 3 Select Turn the <5> dial to select the item, then press <0>. C the setting.
3 Menu Operations The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the button to display the menu screen. You can also use <9> to operate and set menu functions. (Except for [31: Erase images] and [51: Format card].) To cancel the operation, press the button. Dimmed Menu Items Example: When Multi Shot Noise Reduction is set Dimmed menu items cannot be set. The menu item is dimmed if another function setting is overriding it.
Before You Start 3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data on the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep. If necessary, transfer the images and data to a computer, etc., before formatting the card. 1 Select [Format card]. Under the [51] tab, select [Format card], then press <0>. Y P O the card.
Before You Start Format the card in the following cases: The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed. Low-level Formatting Perform low-level formatting if the SD card’s reading or writing speed seems slow or if you want to totally erase all data on the card. Since low-level formatting will erase all recordable sectors on the SD card, the formatting will take slightly longer than normal formatting.
Before You Start 3 Disabling the Beeper You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved or during self-timer operation. 1 Select [Beep]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Beep], then press <0>. [Disable]. 2 Select Select [Disable], then press <0>. X The beeper will not sound. 3 Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off Y P O To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. The default setting is 1 min., but this setting can be changed.
Before You Start 3 Setting the Image Review Time You can set how long the image is displayed on the LCD monitor just after shooting. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the image displayed, set [Off]. 1 Select [Image review]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Image review], then press <0>. the desired time. 2 SetSelect the desired setting, then press <0>. If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time elapses.
l Displaying the Grid You can display a grid in the viewfinder to help you check the camera tilt or compose the shot. 1 Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, select [Viewfinder display], then press <0>. 2 Select [VF grid display]. [Enable]. 3 Select X When you exit the menu, the grid will Y P O appear in the viewfinder.
Q Displaying the Electronic Level You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder to help you correct camera tilt. Displaying the Electronic Level on the LCD Monitor 1 Press the button. Each time you press the button, the screen display will change. Display the electronic level. If the electronic level does not appear, set [53: z button display options] so that the electronic level can be displayed. Y P 2O C Check the camera’s tilt.
Q Displaying the Electronic Level 3 Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder An electronic level can be displayed on the upper part of the viewfinder. Since this can be displayed while you shoot, you can correct the camera tilt while shooting. 1 Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, select [Viewfinder display], then press <0>. 2 Select [Viewfinder level]. Y P O 3 Select [Show]. C the shutter button halfway. 4 Press X The electronic level will be displayed in the viewfinder.
3 Setting the Viewfinder Information DisplayN The shooting function settings (Shooting mode, White balance, Drive mode, AF operation, Metering mode, Image quality: JPEG/RAW, Flicker detection) can be displayed in the viewfinder. By default, only Flicker detection is checkmarked [X]. 1 Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, select [Viewfinder display], then press <0>. 2 Select [Show/hide in viewfinder]. Y P O [X] the information to 3 Checkmark be displayed.
Help When [z Help] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, the feature’s description (Help) can be displayed. The Help screen is displayed only while you hold down the button. If the Help fills more than one screen, a scroll bar will appear on the right edge. To scroll, hold down the button and turn the <5> dial.
2 Basic Shooting Y P O This chapter explains how to use the Mode Dial’s (Scene Intelligent Auto) mode for easy picture taking. In the mode, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically. Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, advanced shooting function settings cannot be changed. C Scene Intelligent Auto Auto Lighting Optimizer In the mode, the Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus automatically by detecting whether the subject is still or moving (p.71). 1 Area AF frame Set the Mode Dial to . Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the lock release button at the center. the Area AF frame over the 2 Aim subject. All the AF points will be used to focus, and the camera will focus on the closest object.
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) the picture. 4 TakePress the shutter button completely to take the picture. X The captured image will be displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD monitor. After you finish shooting, push down the built-in flash with your fingers. The mode makes the colors look more impressive in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes. If you did not obtain the desired color tones, change the mode to , , , or , set a Picture Style other than , then shoot again (p.
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) Pressing the shutter button halfway does not focus on the subject. If the focus mode switch on the lens is set to (manual focus), set it to (autofocus). The flash fired even though it was daylight. For a backlit subject, the flash may fire to help lighten the subject’s dark areas. If you do not want the flash to fire, use the Quick Control to set [Flash firing] to [b] (p.53). The flash fired and the picture came out extremely bright.
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) Recomposing the Shot Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective. In the mode, pressing the shutter button halfway to focus on a still subject will lock the focus on that subject. Recompose the shot while keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, and then press the shutter button completely to take the picture. This is called “focus lock”.
A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto) A Live View Shooting You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. For details, see page 127. 1 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to . the Live View image on 2 Display the LCD monitor. Press the <0> button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. Y P O on the subject. 3 Focus Press the shutter button halfway to C focus.
3 Setting the AF and Drive Modes Y P O The AF points in the viewfinder are arranged to make AF shooting suitable for a wide variety of subjects and scenes. C You can also select the AF operation and drive mode that best match the shooting conditions and subject. A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used only in these modes: . In the mode, the AF operation and AF area selection mode are set automatically. stands for autofocus.
f: Selecting the AF OperationN You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In the mode, “AI Focus AF” is set automatically. 1 Set the lens’s focus mode switch to . the 2 Set mode. 3 Press the button. (9) Y P O the AF operation. 4 Select While looking at the LCD panel or C through the viewfinder, turn the <6> dial.
f: Selecting the AF OperationN One-Shot AF for Still Subjects Suited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. When focus is achieved, the AF point that achieved focus will be displayed, and the focus indicator in the viewfinder will also light up. With evaluative metering (p.121), the AF point Focus indicator exposure setting will be set at the same time as focus is achieved. While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the focus will be locked.
f: Selecting the AF OperationN AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects This AF operation is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the camera will keep focusing on the subject continuously. The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken. When the AF area selection mode (p.78) is set to 65-point automatic selection AF, focus tracking will continue as long as the Area AF frame covers the subject.
f: Selecting the AF OperationN AF Operation Indicator When you press the shutter button halfway and the camera is focusing with AF, the icon will appear on the lower right of the viewfinder. In the One-Shot AF mode, the icon also appears if you press the shutter button halfway after focus is achieved. AF Points Lighting Up in Red The AF points light up in red in low-light conditions.
S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN The camera has 65 AF points for autofocusing. You can select the AF area selection mode and AF point(s) suiting the scene or subject. Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the number of usable AF points and AF point patterns will differ. For details, see “Lenses and Usable AF Points” on page 83. AF Area Selection Mode You can select one of seven AF area selection modes. For the setting procedure, see page 80.
S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN AF point expansion (Manual selection, surrounding points) The manually-selected AF point and the surrounding AF points are used to focus. Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) One of nine zones is used to focus. Large Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) Y P O One of three zones (left, center, or right) is used to focus. C 65-point automatic selection AF The Area AF frame (entire AF area) is used to focus. This mode is set automatically in the mode.
S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN Selecting the AF Area Selection Mode 1 Press the button. (9) the
or 2 Operate button. Look through the viewfinder and operate the
or button. Each time you tilt
to the right, the AF area selection mode changes. Each time you press the button, the AF area selection mode changes.
S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN Selecting the AF Point Manually You can manually select the AF point or zone. 1 Press the button. X The AF points will be displayed in the viewfinder. In AF point expansion modes, adjacent AF points will also be displayed. In the Zone AF mode, the selected zone will be displayed. an AF point. 2 Select The AF point selection will change in C Y P O the direction you tilt <9>. If you press <9> straight down, the center AF point (or center zone) will be selected.
AF Sensor The camera’s AF sensor has 65 AF points. The illustration below shows the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. With f/2.8 or larger maximum aperture lenses, high-precision AF is possible with the center AF point. Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the number of usable AF points and AF pattern will differ. For details, see pages 83-86. Diagram Cross-type focusing: f/5.6 vertical + f/5.6 horizontal Y P O Dual cross-type focusing: f/2.8 right diagonal + f/2.
Lenses and Usable AF Points Although the camera has 65 AF points, the number of usable AF points and focusing patterns will differ depending on the lens. The lenses are thereby classified into seven groups from A to G. When using a lens in Groups E to G, fewer AF points will be usable. To see which group a lens belongs to, refer to “Camera Instruction Manual” (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM.
Lenses and Usable AF Points Group B Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable. : Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and highprecision focusing is achieved. Group C Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable. : Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and highprecision focusing is achieved. : AF points sensitive to horizontal lines. Group D C Y P O Autofocusing with 65 points is possible.
Lenses and Usable AF Points Group E Autofocusing with only 45 points is possible. (Not possible with all 65 AF points.) All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During automatic AF point selection, the outer frame marking the AF area (Area AF frame) will be different from 65-point automatic selection AF. : Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and highprecision focusing is achieved. : AF points sensitive to horizontal lines. : Disabled AF points (not displayed).
Lenses and Usable AF Points Group G AF is possible with the center AF point and the adjacent AF points above, below, on the left, and on the right. Only the following AF area selection modes are selectable: Single-point AF (manual selection), Single-point Spot AF (manual selection), and AF point expansion (manual selection ). If an Extender is attached to the lens and the maximum aperture is f/8 (between f/5.6 and f/8), AF will be possible. : Cross-type AF point.
3 Selecting AI Servo AF CharacteristicsN You can easily fine-tune AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or scene just by selecting an option from case 1 to case 6. This feature is called the “AF Configuration Tool.” 1 Select the [21] tab. a case. 2 Select Turn the <5> dial to select a case icon, then press <0>. X The selected case will be set. The selected case is indicated in blue.
MF: Manual Focus 1 Set the lens’s focus mode switch to . X <4 L> will be displayed on the LCD panel. Focusing ring on the subject. 2 Focus Focus by turning the lens’s focusing ring until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder.
o Selecting the Drive Mode Single and continuous drive modes are provided. You can select the drive mode suiting the scene or subject. 1 Press the button. (9) the drive mode. 2 Select While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the <5> dial. Y P O u : Single shooting When you press the shutter button completely, only one shot will be taken. C o: High-speed continuous shooting While you hold down the shutter button completely, the camera will shoot continuously at a maximum of approx. 10.
j Using the Self-timer Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture. 1 Press the button. (9) the self-timer. 2 Select While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the <5> dial. Q : 10-sec. self-timer k : 2-sec. self-timer picture. 3 TakeLookthethrough the viewfinder, focus on Y P O the subject, then press the shutter button completely. X You can check the self-timer operation with the self-timer lamp, beeper, and countdown display (in seconds) on the LCD panel.
4 Image Settings Y P O This chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, noise reduction, highlight tone priority, lens aberration correction, antiflicker shooting, and other functions. C A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used only in these modes: .
3 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback If either a CF card or SD card is already inserted in the camera, you can start recording captured images. When only one card is inserted, you do not have to follow the procedures described on pages 92-94. If you insert both a CF card and SD card, you can select the recording method and select which card to use for recording and playing back images. [f] indicates the CF card, and [g] the SD card.
3 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback Standard Images will be recorded to the card selected with [Record/play]. Auto switch card Same as with the [Standard] setting, but if the card becomes full, the camera will automatically switch to the other card to record images. When the card is automatically switched, a new folder will be created. Rec. separately You can set the image-recording quality for each card (p.95).
3 Selecting the Card for Recording and Playback Selecting the CF or SD Card for Recording and Playback If [Record func.] is set to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the card for recording and playing images. If [Record func.] is set to [Rec. separately] or [Rec. to multiple], select the card for playing images. Standard / Auto switch card Select [Record/play]. Select [Record/play], then press <0>. f : Record images to and play images back from the CF card.
3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG image-recording quality settings: 73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c. There are three RAW image quality settings: 1, 41, 61. 1 Standard / Auto switch card / Rec. to multiple Select [Image quality]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Image quality], then press <0>. the image-recording quality. 2 Select To select a RAW quality, turn the C <6> dial. To select a JPEG quality, turn the <5> dial.
3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality Guide to Image-Recording Quality Settings (Approx.) Image Quality 73 83 74 JPEG 84 7a Pixels Printing Recorded Size 20M A2 8.9M A3 File Size (MB) Possible Shots Maximum Burst 6.6 1090 130 (1090) 3.5 2060 2060 (2060) 3.6 2000 2000 (2000) 1.8 3810 3810 (3810) 2.3 3060 3060 (3060) 1.2 5800 5800 (5800) 5.0M A4 b*1 2.5M 9x13 cm 1.3 5240 5240 (5240) c*2 0.3M - 0.3 20330 20330 (20330) 1 8a 20M A2 24.
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. With the mode selected, the ISO speed will be set automatically. 1 Press the button. (9) the ISO speed. 2 SetWhile looking at the LCD panel or in the viewfinder, turn the <6> dial. ISO speed can be set within ISO 100 - ISO 16000 in 1/3-stop increments. “A” indicates Auto ISO. The ISO speed will be set automatically.
A Selecting a Picture StyleN By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject. The Picture Style is set automatically to [D] (Auto) in the mode. 1 Press the button. [A]. 2 Select X The Picture Style selection screen will appear. 3 C 98 Y P O Select a Picture Style. X The Picture Style will be set and the camera will be ready to shoot.
B: Setting the White BalanceN White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the [Q] (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If naturallooking colors cannot be obtained with [Q], you can select the white balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white object. is automatically set in the [Q] mode. 1 Press the button. (9) a white balance setting. 2 Select While looking at the LCD panel or Y P O viewfinder, turn the <5> dial.
3 Auto Correction of Brightness and ContrastN If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighting Optimizer. The default setting is [Standard]. With JPEG images, the correction is applied when the image is captured. [Standard] is automatically set in the mode. 1 Select [Auto Lighting Optimizer]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Auto Lighting Optimizer], then press <0>. the setting.
3 Setting Noise ReductionN High ISO Speed Noise Reduction This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high ISO speeds. At low ISO speeds, the noise in the darker parts of the image (shadow areas) is further reduced. 1 Select [High ISO speed NR]. Under the [z3] tab, select [High ISO speed NR], then press <0>. the level. 2 SetSelect the desired noise reduction Y P O level, then press <0>.
3 Setting Noise ReductionN Long Exposure Noise Reduction Noise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer. 1 Select [Long exp. noise reduction]. Under the [z3] tab, select [Long exp. noise reduction], then press <0>. the desired setting. 2 SetSelect the desired setting, then press <0>. Y P O Auto For exposures of 1 sec. or longer, noise reduction is performed automatically if noise typical of long exposures is detected. This [Auto] setting is effective in most cases.
3 Highlight Tone PriorityN You can reduce overexposed highlight areas. 1 Select [Highlight tone priority]. Under the [z3] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press <0>. [Enable]. 2 Select Highlight details are improved. The dynamic range is expanded from the standard 18% gray to bright highlights. The gradation between the grays and highlights becomes smoother. Y P O picture. 3 TakeThetheimage will be recorded with C highlight tone priority applied.
3 Correction of Lens Peripheral Illumination and Aberrations Peripheral light fall-off is a phenomenon that makes the image corners look darker due to the lens characteristics. Color fringing along subject outlines is called chromatic aberration. And image distortion due to lens characteristics is called distortion. These lens aberrations and light falloff can be corrected.
3 Correction of Lens Peripheral Illumination and Aberrations Chromatic Aberration Correction 1 Select the setting. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the attached lens. Select [Chromatic aberration], then press <0>. Select [Enable], then press <0>. picture. 2 TakeThetheimage will be recorded with the chromatic aberration corrected. Distortion Correction 1 Y P O Select the setting. C2 Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the attached lens.
3 Reducing FlickerN If you shoot an image with a fast shutter speed under a light source such as fluorescent light, the blinking of the light source causes flicker and the image may be vertically unevenly exposed. If continuous shooting is used under these conditions, uneven exposures or colors across the images may result. With anti-flicker shooting, the camera detects the frequency of the light source’s blinking and takes the picture when the flicker’s effect on the exposure or color is minimal.
5 GPS Settings Y P O This chapter explains the camera’s built-in GPS settings. The EOS 7D Mark II (G) can receive satellite navigation signals from GPS satellites (USA), GLONASS satellites (Russia), and the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) “Michibiki” (Japan). C The GPS function is set to [Disable] by default. This manual uses the term “GPS” to refer to the satellite navigation function. When [GPS] is set to [Enable] (p.
GPS Precautions Note the following when using the GPS function. In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore, be sure to use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when using GPS outside your home country. Be careful about using GPS functions where the operation of electronic devices is restricted. Others may be able to locate or identify you by using location data in your geotagged pictures or movies.
Acquiring GPS Signals To acquire GPS signals, take the camera outside where the sky is unobstructed. Face the top of the camera toward the sky while keeping your hands, etc., away from the camera top. When the signal acquisition conditions are good, it will take the camera approx. 30 sec. to 60 sec. to catch the GPS satellite signals after you set [GPS] to [Enable]. Check that [r] is displayed on the LCD panel, then shoot. 1 Select [GPS/digital compass settings].
Acquiring GPS Signals Viewing GPS Information 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press <0>. [GPS information display]. 2 Select X Detailed GPS information is displayed. C Y P O the picture. 3 TakeShots taken after GPS signal acquisition are geotagged.
Acquiring GPS Signals Geotagging Information Play back the images and press the button to display the shooting information screen (p.155). Then tilt <9> up or down to check the geotag information. Latitude Longitude Elevation UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) Direction (Based on magnetic north, p.
Setting the Positioning Interval The interval (time) to update the geotag information can be set. Although updating the geotag information at shorter intervals will make it more accurate, it will reduce the number of possible shots. 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press <0>. 2 Select [Position update interval]. Y P O the desired update interval. 3 SetSelect the desired update interval, then press <0>.
Using the Digital Compass Camera orientation information (the direction the camera is facing) can be appended to the image. 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press <0>. [Digital compass] to [Enable]. 2 SetSelect [Digital compass], then press <0>. Select [Enable], then press <0>. If the [Calibrate digital compass] screen appears, follow the on-screen instructions.
Logging the Route Traveled Map data ©2014 ZENRIN - 1 When using the GPS logging function, the geotag information of the route the camera traveled is automatically recorded in the camera’s internal memory. Shooting locations and the route traveled can be viewed on a map displayed on a computer using the Map Utility (EOS software, p.169). Note that the GPS logging function will continue to log information even when the camera’s power is off, including auto power off. Y P O Select [Set up].
6 Advanced Operations Y P O In the shooting modes, you can select the shutter speed, aperture, and other camera settings to change the exposure and obtain the desired result. C A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used only in these modes: . After you press the shutter button halfway and let go, the exposure values will remain displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel for 4 sec. (0). Set the switch to the left.
d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE. * stands for Program. * AE stands for Auto Exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . on the subject. 2 Focus Look through the viewfinder and aim the AF point over the subject. Then press the shutter button halfway. X When focus is achieved, the focus indicator in the viewfinder will light up (in One-Shot AF mode).
s: Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure matching the brightness of the subject. This is called shutter-priority AE. A faster shutter speed can freeze the action of a moving subject. A slower shutter speed can create a blurred effect, giving the impression of motion. * stands for Time value. Y P O Blurred motion (Slow shutter speed: 1/30 sec.) 1 Frozen action (Fast shutter speed: 1/2000 sec.
f: Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure suiting the subject brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE. A higher f/number (smaller aperture hole) will make more of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus. On the other hand, a lower f/number (larger aperture hole) will make less of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus.
a: Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a commercially-available exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * stands for Manual. Shutter speed Aperture 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the ISO speed (p.97). speed and aperture. 3 SetTothesetshutter the shutter speed, turn the <6> dial. To set the aperture, turn the <5> dial.
a: Manual Exposure Exposure Compensation with Auto ISO If the ISO speed is set to A (AUTO), you can set exposure compensation (p.122) as follows. • [z2: Expo. comp./AEB] • Under [83: Custom Controls], use [s: Expo comp (hold btn, turn )] or [p: Expo comp (hold down lever, turn )]. • Quick Control (p.53) Set the exposure compensation amount while checking the exposure level indicator on the lower part of the viewfinder or on the LCD panel.
q Selecting the Metering ModeN You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. In the mode, evaluative metering is set automatically. 1 Press the button. (9) the metering mode. 2 Select While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the <6> dial.
O Setting Exposure CompensationN Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera. Exposure compensation can be set in the , , and shooting modes. Although you can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-stop increments, the exposure compensation indicator in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel can only display the setting up to ±3 stops.
h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)N By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive shots. This is called AEB. * AEB stands for Auto Exposure Bracketing. 1 Select [Expo.comp./AEB]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Expo.comp./AEB], then press <0>. the AEB range. 2 SetTurn the <6> dial to set the AEB AEB range range. If you turn <5>, you can set the exposure compensation. Press <0> to set it.
A AE LockN Use 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 setting. Press the button to lock the exposure, then recompose and take the shot. This is called AE lock. It is effective for backlit subjects, etc. 1 Focus on the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. X The exposure setting will be displayed. the button.
D Using the Built-in Flash In the modes, just press the button to raise the built-in flash for flash photography. Before shooting, check that [D] is displayed in the viewfinder. After shooting, push the built-in flash back down with your fingers until it clicks into place. In the mode, the built-in flash will be raised and fire automatically in low-light or backlit conditions. You can also enable or disable the flash firing.
D Using the Built-in Flash Effective Range of Built-in Flash (Approx. in meters/feet) ISO Speed EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF-S15-85mm f/3-5.6 IS USM Wide Angle: f/3.5 Telephoto: f/5.6 ISO 100 1-3.1 / 3.3-10.3 1-2.0 / 3.3-6.4 ISO 200 1-4.4 / 3.3-14.6 1-2.8 / 3.3-9.1 ISO 400 1-6.3 / 3.3-20.6 1-3.9 / 3.3-12.9 1-5.6 / 3.3-18.2 ISO 800 1.1-8.9 / 3.6-29.2 ISO 1600 1.6-12.6 / 5.2-41.2 1-7.9 / 3.3-25.8 ISO 3200 2.2-17.8 / 7.3-58.3 1.4-11.1 / 4.6-36.5 2.0-15.7 / 6.4-51.6 ISO 6400 3.1-25.
7 Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) Y P O You can shoot while viewing the picture on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. Live View shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch to . C If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images. Using a tripod is recommended.
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor 1 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to . the Live View image. 2 Display Press the <0> button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. The Live View image will closely match the brightness level of the actual image you capture. on the subject. 3 Focus When you press the shutter button Y P O halfway, the camera will focus with the current AF method (p.131). C the picture. 4 TakePress the shutter button completely.
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor Enabling Live View Shooting Set [z5: Live View shoot.] (the [z3] tab in ) to [Enable]. Number of Possible Shots with Live View Shooting (Approx. number of shots) Temperature Room Temperature (23°C / 73°F) Low Temperatures (0°C / 32°F) No Flash 270 260 50% Flash Use 250 240 Y P O The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor Information Display Each time you press the button, the information display will change.
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) Changes in AF Speed Depending On the AF Control Method During Live View shooting and movie shooting, the AF control method used (phase-difference detection with the image sensor or contrast detection) will switch automatically depending on the lens and function used, such as magnified view. This can greatly affect the AF speed and the camera may take a longer time to focus (phase-difference detection generally allows faster AF focusing).
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) u(face)+Tracking: c The camera detects and focuses on human faces. If a face moves, the AF point
also moves to track the face. 1 Display the Live View image. Press the <0> button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. an AF point. 2 Select When a face is detected, the
frame will appear over the face to be focused on. If multiple faces are detected, will be displayed. Use <9> to move the frame over the face you want to focus on.
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) the picture. 4 TakeCheck the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128). Focusing on a subject other than a human face Press <9> or <0>, and the AF frame < > will appear in the center. Then use <9> to move the AF frame over the desired subject. Once the AF frame achieves focus, it will track the subject even if the subject moves or if you change the composition.
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) FlexiZone - Multi: o You can focus over a wide area with up to 31 AF points (automatic selection). This wide area can also be divided into 9 zones for focusing (zone selection). 1 Display the Live View image. Press the <0> button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. Area frame the AF point.N 2 Select Pressing <9> or <0> will toggle Zone frame Y P O between automatic selection and zone selection.
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) the picture. 4 TakeCheck the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128).
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) FlexiZone - Single: d The camera focuses with a single AF point. This is effective when you want to focus on a particular subject. the Live View image. 1 Display Press the <0> button. AF point X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. X The AF point < > will appear. During movie shooting, if [Movie Servo AF] is set to [Enable], the AF point will be displayed in a larger size. the AF point. 2 Move Use <9> to move the AF point to Y P O where you want to focus.
MF: Focusing Manually You can magnify the image and focus precisely with MF (manual focus). 1 Set the lens’s focus mode switch to . Turn the lens’s focusing ring to focus roughly. the magnifying frame. 2 Display Press the button. X The magnifying frame will appear. Magnifying frame Y P O the magnifying frame. 3 Move Use <9> to move the magnifying C frame to the position where you want to focus. Pressing <9> will return the magnifying frame to the screen’s center. the image.
MF: Focusing Manually manually. 5 Focus While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens’s focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press the button to return to the normal view. the picture. 6 TakeCheck the exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128).
8 Shooting Movies Y P O Movie shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch to . C For cards that can record movies, see page 5. If you handhold the camera and shoot movies, camera shake can cause blurred movies. Using a tripod is recommended. Full HD 1080 Full HD 1080 indicates compatibility with HighDefinition featuring 1080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
k Shooting Movies / Autoexposure Shooting When the shooting mode is set to , , or , autoexposure control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness. Exposure control will be the same for all the shooting modes. the Mode Dial to , , 1 Set or . the Live View shooting/Movie 2 Set shooting switch to . X The reflex mirror will make a sound, then the image will appear on the LCD monitor. Y P O on the subject. 3 Focus Before shooting a movie, focus with AF or manual focus (p.
k Shooting Movies Shutter-priority AE When the shooting mode is , you can manually set the shutter speed for movie shooting. The ISO speed and aperture will be set automatically to suit the brightness and obtain a standard exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . the Live View shooting/Movie 2 Set shooting switch to . the desired shutter speed. 3 SetWhile looking at the LCD monitor, Shutter speed C4 Y P O turn the <6> dial. The settable shutter speeds depend on the frame rate.
k Shooting Movies Aperture-priority AE When the shooting mode is , you can manually set the aperture for movie shooting. The ISO speed and shutter speed will be set automatically to suit the brightness and obtain a standard exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . the Live View shooting/Movie 2 Set shooting switch to . the desired aperture. 3 SetWhile looking at the LCD monitor, Y P O turn the <6> dial. Aperture C and shoot the movie.
k Shooting Movies Manual Exposure Shooting You can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for advanced users. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . the Live View shooting/Movie 2 Set shooting switch to . the ISO speed. 3 SetPress the button. X The ISO speed setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor. Turn the <6> dial to set the ISO speed. Y P O the shutter speed and 4 Set aperture.
k Shooting Movies Information Display Each time you press the button, the information display will change.
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size With [z4: Movie rec quality] (the [z2] tab in ), you can set the movie recording format, movie recording size (size, frame rate, compression method), and other functions. The frame rate displayed on the [Movie rec. size] screen switches automatically depending on the [53: Video system] setting. MOV/MP4 You can select the movie’s recording format. Y P O MOV The movie is recorded in the MOV format (file extension: “.MOV”). Convenient for editing with a computer.
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Movie Recording Size You can select the movie’s size, frame rate, and compression method. Image Size L 1920x1080 Full High-Definition (Full HD) recording quality. The aspect ratio is 16:9. w 1280x720 High-Definition (HD) recording quality. The aspect ratio is 16:9. x 640x480 Standard-definition recording quality. The aspect ratio is 4:3. Frame Rate (fps: frames per second) 6 29.97 fps/8 59.
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Compression Method W ALL-I (For editing/I-only) Compresses one frame at a time for recording. Although the file size is larger than with IPB (Standard) and IPB (Light), the movie is more suited for editing. X IPB (Standard) Compresses multiple frames at a time efficiently for recording. Since the file size is smaller than with ALL-I (For editing), you can shoot longer (with the same card). IPB (Light) Selectable when the movie recording format is set to [MP4].
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size 24.00p Records the movie at a frame rate of 24.00 fps. Applies to Full HD quality. If [Enable] is set, the movie is recorded in LBW or LBX. If you have set [Movie rec. size] and then set [24.00p] to [Enable], set the [Movie rec. size] again.
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute In MOV Format Movie Recording Quality (Approx.) Total Recording Time on Card File Size 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 87 X 8 min. 17 min. 34 min. 440 MB/min. 65 W L B4 5 min. 11 min. 23 min. 654 MB/min. 65 X B4 16 min. 33 min. 1 hr. 7 min. 225 MB/min. 87 W 6 min. 13 min. 26 min. 583 MB/min. 87 X 19 min. 38 min. 1 hr. 17 min. 196 MB/min. x 65 X 50 min. 1 hr. 41 min. 3 hr. 22 min. 75 MB/min.
3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Movie Files Exceeding 4 GB Even if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting without interruption. During movie shooting, approx. 30 sec. before the movie reaches the 4 GB file size, the elapsed shooting time or time code displayed in the movie-shooting screen will start blinking. If you keep shooting until the movie file size exceeds 4 GB, a new movie file will be created automatically and the elapsed shooting time or time code will stop blinking.
9 Image Playback Y P O This chapter explains basic procedures to play back images and movies. C Images shot and saved with another device The camera may not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera, edited with a computer, or that have had their file names changed.
x Image Playback Single-Image Display 1 Play back the image. Press the button. X The last image captured or played back will appear. an image. 2 Select To play back images starting with the last image captured, turn the <5> dial counterclockwise. To play back images starting with the first captured image, turn the dial clockwise. Each time you press the button, the information display will change.
x Image Playback the image playback. 3 ExitPress the button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state. Shooting Information Display With the shooting information screen displayed (p.152), you can tilt <9> up or down to change the shooting information displayed at the screen’s bottom as follows. For details, see pages 155-156.
B: Shooting Information Display Sample Information for Still Photos Basic information display Eye-Fi transfer completed Eye-Fi card transmission status Rating Protect images Card Battery check Folder number File number Playback number/ Total images recorded Shutter speed Aperture Exposure compensation amount 154 C Y P O Image-recording quality Highlight tone priority ISO speed
B: Shooting Information Display Shooting information display • Detailed information Exposure compensation amount Aperture Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Shooting date and time Shutter speed ISO speed Shooting mode/ Multiple exposure Scroll bar Highlight tone priority Metering mode White balance File size Auto Lighting Optimizer Color temperature when
is set White balance correction Y P O Flash exposure compensation amount / HDR Mode / Multi Shot Noise Reduction C Image-recording quality Pictur
B: Shooting Information Display • Lens/Histogram information Histogram display (Brightness) Lens name Histogram display (RGB) Focal length • White balance information • Color space / Noise reduction information C • Picture Style information Y P O • Lens aberration correction information • GPS information Latitude Longitude Elevation 156 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) Direction
B: Shooting Information Display Sample Movie Information Display Playback Aperture Shutter speed Shooting mode ISO speed Movie file size Movie recording format Movie recording size Frame rate Shooting time, Playback time/ Time code Y P O Compression method • < > and < > modes: Shutter speed, aperture and ISO speed are not displayed. • < > mode: Aperture and ISO speed are not displayed. • < > mode: Shutter speed and ISO speed are not displayed. • < > mode + Auto ISO: ISO speed is not displayed.
x Searching for Images Quickly H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index Display) You can search for images quickly with the index display showing 4, 9, 36, or 100 images on one screen. 1 Press the button. During image playback or when the camera is ready to shoot, press the button. X [6u] will be displayed on the lower right of the screen. to the index display. 2 Switch Turn the <6> dial counterclockwise. X The 4-image index display will appear.
u Magnifying Images You can magnify a captured image by approx. 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. 1 Magnified area position Magnify the image. The image can be magnified as follows: 1. During image playback (single-image display), 2. During the image review after image capture, and 3. From the shooting-ready state. Press the button. X The magnified view will appear. The magnified area and [6u] will be displayed on the lower right of the screen.
k Playing Movies 1 Play back the image. Press the button to display an image. a movie. 2 Select Turn the <5> dial to select the movie to be played. With the single-image display, the icon displayed on the upper left indicates a movie. In the index display, perforations at the left edge of a thumbnail indicate a movie. As movies cannot be played from the index display, press <0> to switch to the single-image display. C Y P O display, press <0>.
k Playing Movies Movie Playback Panel Operation Playback Description 7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and stop. 8 Slow motion Adjust the slow motion speed by turning the <5> dial. The slow motion speed is indicated on the upper right of the screen. 5 First frame Displays the movie’s first frame. 3 Previous frame Each time you press <0>, the previous frame is displayed. If you hold down <0>, it will rewind the movie. 6 Next frame Each time you press <0>, the movie will play frame-byframe.
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase unnecessary images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased accidentally, protect them. Erasing a RAW+JPEG image will erase both the RAW and JPEG images. Erasing a Single Image 1 Play back the image to be erased. the button. 2 Press X The Erase menu will appear.
10 Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals / Downloading Images to Your Computer Y P O This chapter explains how to install the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM to your computer, download images from the camera to your computer, gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM), and explains how to install the software on your computer. It also explains how to view the PDF files on the Software Instruction Manual CDROM.
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM The Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM contains the following electronic manuals (PDF): Camera Instruction Manual Explains all the camera functions and procedures, including basic content. Quick Reference Guide Simple and portable guide covering basic function settings, shooting instructions, and playback instructions. Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM Y P O To view the instruction manuals (PDF files), Adobe Reader 6.
Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM the START file. 3 Double-click X The screen shown in step 4 will appear. The icon displayed will differ depending on your computer’s operating system. 4 Click your language. Y P O the instruction manual you want to 5 Click read. C X The instruction manual will be displayed. You can save the PDF file to your computer. The Camera instruction manuals (PDF files) have page links to make it quick to open the page referred to.
Downloading Images to a Computer You can use EOS software to download the images in the camera to your computer. There are two ways to do this. Downloading by Connecting the Camera to the Computer 1 Install the software (p.170). the provided interface cable 2 Use to connect the camera to your computer. Y P O Use the interface cable provided with the camera. When connecting the cable to the camera, use the cable protector (p.27).
Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images with a Card Reader You can use a card reader to download images to your computer. 1 Install the software (p.170). the card into the card 2 Insert reader. Y P O Canon software to download 3 Use the images. X Use Digital Photo Professional. X Use ImageBrowser EX. For details, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (p.171).
Software Overview EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk This disk contains various software for EOS DIGITAL cameras. EOS Utility With the camera connected to a computer, EOS Utility enables you to transfer still photos and movies shot with the camera to the computer. You can also use this software to set various camera settings and shoot remotely from the computer connected to the camera. Digital Photo Professional Y P O This software is recommended for users who mainly shoot RAW images.
Software Overview An Internet connection is necessary to install the software below. Insert the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk into your Internet-connected computer. Click [Easy installation] ([Install] on a Macintosh), and the software will be installed automatically. ImageBrowser EX Connect to the Internet to download and install the software*. This software is recommended for users who mainly shoot JPEG images.
Installing the Software Do not connect the camera to your computer before you install the software. The software will not be installed correctly. Follow the procedure below to install ImageBrowser EX, Map Utility, and other software on the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk. Software installation requires an Internet connection. You cannot download and install the software without an Internet connection.
Software Instruction Manual Contains the Software Instruction Manuals. Copying and Viewing the Software Instruction Manual PDFs 1 Insert the [Software INSTRUCTION MANUAL] CD-ROM into your computer. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. For Windows, the icon is displayed in [(My) Computer]. For Macintosh, the icon is displayed on the desktop. Y P O 3 Copy the [English] folder to your computer. Instruction Manual PDFs with the names below are copied.
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Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Is Recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Safety Warnings Follow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage. Preventing Serious Injury or Death • To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, and explosions, follow the safeguards below: - Do not use any batteries, power sources, and accessories not specified in this booklet. Do not use any home-made or modified batteries. - Do not short-circuit, disassemble, or modify the battery pack or back-up battery.
• Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to prevent electrical shock, heat generation, and fire. • Do not use the equipment where there is flammable gas. This is to prevent an explosion or fire. • 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 electrical shock. • Do not disassemble or modify the equipment.
Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage • Do not leave equipment inside a car under the hot sun or near a heat source. The equipment may become hot and cause skin burns. • Do not carry the camera around while it is attached to a tripod. Doing so may cause injury. Also make sure the tripod is sturdy enough to support the camera and lens. • Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera under the sun without the lens cap attached. Otherwise, the lens may concentrate the sun’s rays and cause a fire.
Digital Camera Model DS126461 Systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.
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C Y P O The lenses and accessories mentioned in this Instruction Manual are current as of August 2014. For information on the camera’s compatibility with any lenses and accessories introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CPH-E105-000 © CANON INC.
