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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS 10D is a high-performance, single-lens reflex, AF digital camera with an ultra-fine CMOS sensor having 6.30 million effective pixels. It is compatible with all Canon EF lenses and designed for quick and easy shooting at any time. It is full-featured for all types of shooting, from fully automatic snap shooting to highly creative work. Images can also be printed directly from the camera. CompactFlash cards serve as the camera’s recording medium.
Equipment Check List Introduction Be sure all the following equipment and accessories have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
Contents Setting the ISO Speed ................................ 49 Introduction ISO Speed in the Basic Zone Modes ......... 49 Equipment Check List ....................................... 3 ISO Speed in the Creative Zone Modes ..... 49 Handling Precautions ...................................... 10 Selecting the White Balance ..................... 50 Quick Start Guide ........................................... 12 Nomenclature .................................................. 14 White Balance .......
Contents Shutter-Priority AE ..................................... 82 Depth-of-field Preview ..................................... 85 Manual Exposure ........................................ 86 Automatic Depth-of-Field AE ................... 88 Setting Exposure Compensation .................... 89 Auto Exposure Bracketing ....................... 90 AE Lock ...................................................... 92 Bulb Exposures ............................................... 93 Mirror Lockup ..............
Digital Camera Model DS6031 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Introduction • Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted as follows are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. • The term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera and its power supply accessories.
• Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the rigid portion of the plug. Pulling the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks. • Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.
CAUTIONS • Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in these areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage. • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the wrist strap. • Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession.
Handling Precautions The Camera (1) This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or expose it to physical shock. (2) The camera is not waterproof and should not be used in wet conditions or underwater. If the camera gets wet, take it to your nearest Canon dealer as soon as possible. If small amounts of water splash onto the camera, wipe it with a clean dry cloth. If the camera is exposed to salty air, wipe it thoroughly with a slightly damp cloth.
Handling Precautions Lithium Battery for the Date and Time (1) Store lithium batteries out of reach of small children. The chemicals in these batteries are very dangerous if the battery is accidentally swallowed. If this happens, seek medical attention at once. (2) Do not use metal instruments such as pliers to hold the battery, or you could cause a short circuit. (3) Do not disassemble or heat the battery, or you could rupture it. CF Card (1) The CF card is a precision device.
Quick Start Guide For detailed instructions, see the reference page indicated in parentheses. 1 Recharge the battery. 5 Open the CF card slot cover. 9 Focus on the subject. 12 Connect the power cord to the battery charger, then attach the battery. When the charge lamp stops blinking and stays lit, the battery is completely charged. A full battery charge takes approximately 90 minutes. (→p.22) Slide the cover in the direction shown by the arrow, then open it. (→p.
Quick Start Guide Introduction 3 7 Mount the lens. Align the red dots on the lens and camera and turn the lens in the direction shown by the arrow in the diagram until it clicks into place. (→p.27) Turn the < < >. > switch to (→p.30) 4 Set the focus mode switch on the lens to < AF >. (→p.27) 8 Set the Mode Dial to < (Full Auto). > (→p.38) check other images you have taken, see • To “Reviewing Images” (→p.42) and “Image Playback” (→p.108).
Nomenclature Reference page numbers are indicated by (→✽✽) .
Nomenclature Quick Control Dial switch (→31) 〈 Eyecup (→78) 〉 Assist button (→70) 〈 〉 AE lock/ FE lock button/ Index/Reduce button (→92/100/110/111,129) Viewfinder eyepiece 〈 〉 Menu button (→32) / 〈 / 〉 AF point selector/Enlarge button (→67/111,129) 〈 〉 Info/Trimming orientation button (→62,109/130) Strap mount (→21) 〈 〉 Jump button (→112) Access lamp (→29) 〈 〉 Direction switching button (→111,130) CF card slot cover (→28) 〈 〉 Playback button (→108) 〈 〉 Erase button (→117) Battery compartmen
Nomenclature LCD Panel Shutter speed ( - , AF point selection ( ) Busy ( ) Charging the built-in flash ( ) Date/time battery level warning ( ) , Camera starting ( - ) ) No CF card warning ( ) Error indicator ( ) Cleaning image sensor ( Processing Parameters ( , ) ISO Speed ( ) CF card full warning ( CF card error warning ( , ) ) Image-Recording quality Large/Fine Large/Normal Medium/Fine Medium/Normal Small/Fine Small/Normal RAW White balance Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Tungsten Fluores
Nomenclature Viewfinder Information AF points (Superimposed display) 〈 〈 〈 〉 AE lock / FE lock AEB in progress Maximum burst ( - ) Shots remaining ( - ) 〉 Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning 〈 〉 High-speed sync (FP flash) 〈 〉 Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed ( FE lock ( ) Busy ( ) Aperture value ( - - , ) 〉 Focus confirmation light Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount AEB level Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator ) CF card ful
Nomenclature Mode Dial The Mode Dial is divided into two functional zones. Creativ e zo n e Full Auto n I m a g e zo Bas 1 Basic zone • All you do is press the shutter button. : Full Auto (→p.38) Allows you fully automatic shooting— the camera makes all the settings. Image zone Allows you fully automatic shooting in specific situations. : Portrait (→p.40) : Landscape (→p.40) : Close-up (→p.40) : Sports (→p.41) : Night Portrait (→p.41) : Flash off (→p.
Nomenclature Battery pack slot (→22) The battery pack slips into this slot for recharging. Power cord (→p.22) Power cord socket (→p.22) Plug in power cord here. AC Adaptor Kit ACK-E2 (optional) AC Adaptor AC-E2 DC coupler side DC coupler socket (→p.26) Plug in cord for DC coupler here. DC coupler plug (→p.26) Plug into DC coupler socket of AC adaptor AC-E2. DC coupler cord (→p.26) Power cord side Power cord socket (→p.26) Connect the power cord here. Power cord (→p.
Conventions Used in this Manual In the text, the < > icon indicates the Main Switch. • All operations described in this Instruction Manual assume that the < > switch is already set to < >. Before proceeding with any operation, first turn the < > switch to < >. • The < > icon indicates the Main Dial. • The < > icon indicates the Quick Control Dial. The < > icon indicates the Quick Control Dial switch. • Operations with the < > dial assume that the < > switch is already set to < >.
This chapter explains a few preliminary steps and the basic operation of the EOS 10D camera. 1 Before You Start 1 Before You Start Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the strap mount from beneath, then back in and out of the strap clasp as shown. Pull the strap to make sure it does not slip out of the clasp. eyepiece cover is • The attached to the strap. (→p.
Recharging the Battery Connect the power cord. 1 •• Connect the power cord to the charger. Connect the power plug to an AC outlet. Remove the cover. 2 •• Store the cover in a place where it will not be lost. If you remove the battery from the camera, be sure to reattach the cover to protect against short circuit. < – > mark Attach the battery. 3• • 4 Recharge the battery.
Recharging the Battery not recharge any battery pack other than Battery Pack BP-511 or BP-512. • Do battery continues to discharge a low electrical current even while the camera is • The not used. This may lead to excessive battery discharge and a shorter battery service 1 time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient temperature and • The battery’s power level. operating time is sharply reduced even after charging normally, the battery pack • Ifmay have exceeded its useful life.
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged BP-511 battery pack into the camera. Open the battery compartment cover. 1• Slide the lever in the direction shown by the arrow in the diagram, and open the cover. Insert the battery into the camera. 2• • Make sure the battery pack is facing the right way, and insert it into the battery compartment. Insert the battery pack until it locks into place. Close the cover. 3• Press the cover closed until it clicks shut.
Installing and Removing the Battery Battery Life Temperature 1 figures above are based on Canon’s standard testing conditions (w/fully charged • The battery, EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, image review [ON], review time of [2 sec.], and image quality at [Large ]) number of shots may be less than indicated in some cases, due to differences in • The operating conditions. number of shots is reduced by frequent use of the LCD monitor.
Using a Household Power Supply With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet. Then you do not have to worry about exhausting the battery while using the camera. Place the cord in the groove. 1• Carefully insert the cord into the groove without damaging it. Insert the DC coupler into the camera. 2• • • • Open the cover and lower the covering on the cord hole. Insert the DC coupler and fit the cord into the cord hole.
Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens Remove the caps. 1 Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow. Attach the lens. Lens mount index Align the red dots on the lens and camera and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it snaps in place. On the lens, set the focus mode switch to . 3• 4 If the focus mode switch is set to < MF > (or < M> on older lenses), autofocus will not operate. Remove the front lens cap.
Installing and Removing the CF Card The captured image will be recorded onto the CF card (optional). The camera is compatible with Type I and Type II CompactFlash (CF) cards. Installing a CF Card Open the cover. 1• mark Label side Slide the cover in the direction shown by the arrow, and open it. Insert the CF card. 2 •• s Using CF cards made by Canon is recommended.
Installing and Removing the CF Card Removing the CF Card Open the cover. • Set the < > switch to < >. Check that the “ ” message is not shown on the LCD panel. Make sure the access lamp is off (→p.15), and open the cover. Remove the CF card. 2• s • Press the Eject button. The CF card is ejected. Close the cover. While the access lamp is blinking (“ • the LCD panel), do not: • • • • ” is displayed in the viewfinder and on • Shake or hit the camera. • Open the CF card slot cover.
Basic Operation Main Switch The camera operates only after the < > switch is set to < < < >. > : Set to this position when the camera is in use. > : The camera does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera. save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1 minute of non• To operation (auto power off / →p.142). To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway.
Basic Operation Using the Electronic Dials Operating the < > Dial (1) Press a button and turn the < > dial. When you press a button, its function remains active while a timer ( ) runs. During this time you can turn the < > dial and view the settings on the LCD panel. When the timer runs out or you press the shutter button down halfway, the camera is ready to shoot. You can select or set the AF point, AF mode, drive mode, and metering mode.
Menu Operations The on-screen menus enable you to set various settings such as the image-recording quality, date and time, Custom Functions, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, press the < > button on the back of the camera and turn the < > or < > dial. Then press the < > button. For details on the various menu settings, see “Menu Settings” on page 139.
Menu Operations Setting Procedure Display the menu. 1 Press the < > button to display the menu. To turn off the menu, press the button again. Before You Start 1• Select a menu item. 2• Turn the < < >. > dial to select the item, then press The selection goes up The selection goes down Select the desired setting. 3• Turn the < > dial to select the desired setting. Set the desired setting. 4• Press < >. Exit the menu. 5• Press the < > button to exit.
Menu Operations Menu Selections and Default Settings : Default setting Menu item Quality Red-eye on/off AEB Large Small Off Settings and Description Large Medium Medium Small On Shooting (Red) Custom WB Color temp.
MenuOperations LCD Monitor • • • Reverting to the Default Settings On the menu, select [Clear settings]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Clear settings], then press < >. Select [Clear all camera settings]. 2• Turn the < > dial to select [Clear all camera settings], then press < >. Clear the settings.
Dioptric Adjustment By adjusting the diopter to suit your eyesight (with or without eyeglasses), the viewfinder image will look clearer. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range is –3 to +1 dpt. Turn the dioptric adjustment knob. the knob left or right so that the AF points in • Turn the viewfinder look sharp. illustration shows the knob at the standard • The setting (–1 dpt).
This chapter describes how to use the camera’s Basic Zone modes < > < > < > < > < > < > < > for quick and easy shooting. In these modes, all you do is point and shoot. In addition, to help prevent mistakes caused by operating the camera improperly, the < >< >< > < > < > buttons do not operate so there is no need to worry about accidental errors. 2 Fully Automatic Shooting 2 Fully Automatic Shooting Basic Zone modes set all the camera settings automatically. All you do is point and shoot.
Fully Automatic Shooting You can easily and confidently capture any subject, with no need to do anything but press the shutter button. The Canon EOS 10D can capture subjects at any of seven AF points, so that anybody can take great shots easily. Turn the Mode dial to < >. 1• • The < > AF mode, < > (single) drive mode, < > metering mode, “ ” ISO speed, and < > white balance will be set automatically. One of six image-recording quality settings (except ) can be selected. (→p.46) Focus the subject.
Fully Automatic Shooting the CF card becomes full, the CF Full message “ ” appears on the LCD • Ifpanel and in the viewfinder, and the camera will not shoot any more. Replace the CF card with another CF card that has capacity available. the focus confirmation light < ● > is blinking, the camera will not shoot. (→p.71) • When pop-up of the built-in flash is obstructed accidentally, error code • If“ the automatic ” will appear on the LCD panel. If this happens, set the < > switch to < > and < > again.
Programmed Image Control Modes Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results. Portrait This mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. Holding down the shutter button executes continuous shooting. To improve the background blur, use a telephoto lens and fill the frame with the subject or have the subject stand farther away from the background.
Programmed Image Control Modes Sports This is for sports and fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the action. The camera will first track the subject with the center AF point. Focus tracking will then continue with any of the seven AF points covering the subject. When focus is achieved, the beeper will sound softly. While you hold down the shutter button, focusing will continue for continuous shooting.
Reviewing Images Image Review The image can be displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after you shoot. You can set one of three image review options: [On] to display the image, [On (Info)] to display both the image and shooting information, and [Off] to not display the image. On the menu, select [Review]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Review], then press < >. Set the Review setting.
MENU Reviewing Images Changing the Review Time You can set the image review time to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] which keeps the image displayed on the LCD monitor. On the menu, select [Review time]. 2 Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Review time], then press < >. Set the Review time setting. 2• s • Turn the < > dial to select the desired setting, then press < >. The menu will reappear. Press the < > button to exit the menu and turn off the LCD monitor.
This chapter explains the settings for shooting digital images: Imagerecording quality, ISO speed, white balance, processing parameters, color space, file numbering, and auto rotation. 3 3 Settings for Shooting Settings for Shooting For Basic Zone modes, only the image-recording quality (except < >), file numbering, auto rotation, and camera setting checking will apply in this chapter.
Image-Recording Quality You can select one of seven image-recording quality settings. (For the Basic Zone modes, < > is not selectable.) Images recorded in the < >< >< >< >< > or < > mode do not require image processing. However, < > images to be processed with a personal computer. On the menu, select [Quality]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Quality], then press < >. Select the image-recording quality.
Image-Recording Quality Processing Processing is the alteration of the raw image data captured with the camera’s CMOS image sensor. For example, the digital image’s white balance and image quality can be altered. >< >< >< >< > or < > mode undergo processImages recorded in the < ing by the camera before being saved as a JPEG image. < > images are processed according to the white balance and processing parameters set at the time of shooting. A > image can be processed repeatedly using the provided software.
Simultaneous Capture in RAW and JPEG Formats In the < > image-recording quality mode, a JPEG image is recorded simultaneously and embedded within the RAW image file. With C.Fn-08 [RAW+JPEG rec.], you can set the imagerecording quality of this JPEG image. To extract the JPEG image embedded in the RAW image file, you will need the dedicated software. On the menu, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. 1• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Custom Functions • (C.Fn)], then press < >.
Setting the ISO Speed The ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light (→p.158). A higher ISO speed number indicates a higher sensitivity to light. Therefore, a high ISO speed is suited for moving subjects or shooting in low-light conditions. However, the image will contain more noise to make it look coarse or grainy. On the other hand, a low ISO speed will make the image look finer, but it is not suited for freezing motion or shooting in low light.
Selecting the White Balance The following white balance settings are provided: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, flash, custom and color temperature. 1 Press the < > button. ( ) Select the white balance setting. 2• • Auto While looking at the LCD panel, turn the < > dial to select the desired white balance setting. To return to shooting, just press the shutter button halfway.
White Balance Settings Icon Application The camera sets the white balance automatically. Color Temperature (Kelvin) Approx. 3000-7000 K Approx. 5200 K For shaded areas outdoors. Approx. 7000 K For cloudy or hazy days and during sunsets. Approx. 6000 K For tungsten (light bulb) light. Approx. 3200 K For fluorescent light. Approx. 4000 K When flash is used. Approx. 6000 K 3 Settings for Shooting For sunny daylight outdoors.
Custom White Balance With custom white balance, you shoot a white object that will serve as the standard for the white balance. By selecting this image, you import its white balance data for the white balance setting. Shoot a white object. 1• • • The white object should fill the entire partial metering circle. Set any white balance setting. (→p.50) Shoot the white object so that a standard exposure is obtained. If it is underexposed or overexposed, a correct white balance setting might not be obtained.
Setting the Color Temperature You can set the white balance color temperature from 2800 K to 10000 K (in 100 K increments). On the menu, select [Color temp.]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Color temp.], then press < >. 3 Set the color temperature. • • • Turn the < > dial to select the desired color temperature, then press < >. The color temperature can be set from 2800 K to 10000 K in 100 K increments. After the setting is completed, the menu will reappear.
White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color temperature can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the current white balance mode’s standard color temperature, the white balance setting can be changed from 0 to +/–3 stops in whole-stop increments. This is called white balance bracketing. One stop is equivalent to 5 Mireds of a color conversion filter.
White Balance Auto Bracketing Canceling White Balance Auto Bracketing steps 2 and 3 to set the bracketing amount • Follow to < >, then press < >. You can also set the < > switch to < > to • cancel white balance bracketing. 3 Settings for Shooting White balance bracketing will not work if the image-recording quality is < >. White balance bracketing can be used together with auto exposure bracketing (AEB). (→p.
Setting Processing Parameters The image you capture can be processed automatically by the camera in accordance with the parameter settings you set (five settings each for [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], and [Color tone]). You can register and save up to three sets of processing parameters. By selecting [Standard], all the parameter settings will be reset to [0].
Setting Processing Parameters Select the parameter. 4• • Turn the < > dial to select the parameter, then press < >. The parameter selection will change in the following loop: [Contrast] [Sharpness] [Color tone] [Saturation] Set the parameter. • Turn the < > dial to set the parameter, then press < >. Each parameter can be set to one of five settings. Return to the [Parameters] menu. 6• Press the < Then press < > button twice to return to step 1. >. Select the Set No. that was set.
Selecting a Color Space The color space indicates the color reproduction range. The camera is compatible with the sRGB and Adobe RGB color spaces. Selecting sRGB For normal shooting, set sRGB for the color space. On the menu for [Parameters], selecting any setting except [Adobe RGB] will set sRGB as the color space. On the menu, select [Parameters]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Parameters], then press < >. Select any setting except [Adobe RGB]. 2• (→p.
File Numbering Methods The images you take are automatically assigned a file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in a folder that can hold up to 100 images. The folders are numbered from 100 to 999 and saved in the CF card. The automatic file numbering method can be set to [Continuous] or [Auto reset]. On the menu, select [File numbering]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [File numbering], then press < >.
File Numbering Methods the 999CANON folder is created, [Folder number full] will appear on the LCD • Ifmonitor. You can keep shooting up to file No. 9999, however, you should keep a spare CF card on hand. If file No. 9999 in folder No. 999 is created, “ ” will be displayed on the LCD • panel and in the viewfinder and no more images can be recorded even if the CF card still has room. Replace the CF card with a new one. file numbers are like the frame numbers on a roll of film.
Setting Auto Rotation During playback, vertical images can be displayed vertically after being rotated clockwise by 90˚ or 270˚ automatically. On the menu, select [Auto rotate]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Auto rotate], then press < >. 3 2• s • Turn the < > dial to select [On], then press < >. When the setting is completed, the menu will reappear. Press the < > button to exit the menu and turn off the LCD monitor. Take a vertical shot.
INFO. Checking Camera Settings When the camera is ready to shoot, press the < settings on the LCD monitor. > button to view the current camera Display the camera settings. the < > button. • Press The current camera settings appear on the LCD s monitor. Press the < • monitor. > button again to clear the LCD Camera Setting Information Date/time (→p.154) AEB amount (→p.90) WB-BKT amount (→p.54) Processing parameter setting (→p.57) Image review (→p.42) Image review time (→p.43) Color temperature (→p.
The viewfinder has seven AF points. By selecting the optimum AF point, autofocusing can be executed while you maintain the desired subject framing. You can also set the AF mode to suit the subject or intended effect. 4 4 Focusing Focusing In the Basic Zone modes, only AF lock (→p.65) and manual focusing (→p.71) apply in this chapter. First set the < > switch and < > switch to < >.
Selecting AF Mode The AF mode is the autofocusing method. The camera has three AF modes: 1. One Shot AF for still subjects, 2. AI Servo AF for moving subjects, and 3. AI Focus AF that switches automatically from One-Shot AF to AI Servo AF if the subject starts to move. 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to < AF>. 2 3 Turn the Mode dial to a Creative Zone mode. Press the < > button. ( ) Select the AF mode. 4• While looking at the LCD panel, turn the < to select the desired AF mode.
Selecting AF Mode One-Shot AF for Still Subjects AF point Focus confirmation light Pressing the shutter button halfway activates AF operation and achieves focus once. • The AF point which achieved focus will flash briefly and the focus confirmation light in the viewfinder will light at the same time. With evaluative metering, the exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) will be set when focus is achieved.
Selecting AF Mode AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects While you press the shutter button halfway, the camera focuses continuously. AF mode suits moving subjects when the • This focusing distance keeps changing. predictive AF∗, the camera can also focus • With track a subject which steadily approaches or retreats from the camera. exposure settings are set immediately before • The the image is captured.
Selecting an AF Point The AF point can be selected automatically or manually. In the Basic Zone modes and < > mode, AF point selection will be automatic. In the < > < > < > < > modes, AF point selection can be set to either automatic or manual. Selection • Automatic From among the seven AF points, the camera selects the AF point automatically to suit the subject. Selection • Manual You can select any of the seven AF points manually.
Selecting AF Point Automatic Selection Display all the AF points in red. the < > button, then turn the < > or • Press < > dial so that the viewfinder display looks as shown in the illustration. you try to select an AF point beyond a • When peripheral AF point, automatic focusing selection will be set. can also set automatic AF point selection while • You looking at the LCD panel. Manual Selection Center AF point selected Display the desired AF point in red.
Registering and Switching an AF Point By registering the AF point you often use, you can switch to it instantly. You can register an offcenter AF point which suits your preferred framing or automatic selection for the shooting moment priority. Any of the seven AF points can be registered. Only one AF point can be registered. Registering an AF Point On the menu, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. 1• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Cusom Functions • (C.Fn)], then press < >.
Registering and Switching AF Point Switching to the Registered AF Point Normally, to switch to the registered AF point, you press the < > button and < > button simultaneously. However, with C.Fn-13-1/2, you can just press the < > button to switch to the registered AF point. (1) Press the < > button and < simultaneously. > button • This is the default method with C.Fn-13-0. For the setting procedure, see “Setting Custom Functions” (→p.145) or see page 69.
When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: (a) Low-contrast subjects (blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.). (b) Subjects in low light. (c) Extremely backlit reflective subjects (car with a reflective body, etc.). (d) Overlapping near and far objects (animal in a cage, etc.). In such cases, do one of the following: 1.
Evaluative, partial, and center-weighted average metering modes are provided. For the drive mode, single frame, continuous, and selftimer are provided. Select the mode which best suits the subject or your creative intentions.
Selecting the Metering Mode The EOS 10D uses three modes for metering: Evaluative, Partial, and Center-weighted average. The Basic Zone uses evaluative metering. In the Creative zone, any of the three modes can be selected. 1 Press the < > button. ( ) Select a metering mode. 2• While looking at the LCD panel, turn the < to set the desired metering mode. > dial : Evaluative : Partial : Center-weighted average the shutter button down halfway to return to • Press shooting.
Metering Modes Evaluative Metering This is an all-around metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The viewfinder is divided into 35 metering zones to which all the AF points are linked for evaluative metering. After detecting the main subject’s position, brightness, background, front and back lighting conditions, camera orientation (horizontal or vertical), etc., the camera sets the proper exposure. During manual focusing, evaluative metering is based on the center AF point.
Drive Mode Selection Three drive modes are provided: Single frame: Only one shot is taken when you press the shutter button. Continuous: Continuous shots are taken while you hold down the shutter button fully. Self-timer: The self-timer starts when you press the shutter button fully. The image is captured 10 sec. later. (→p.77) Continuous Shooting Speed Image-Recording Quality Maximum Burst One Shot AF / / / / / AI Servo AF Approx. 3 fps Approx.
Drive Mode Selection / Self-timer Operation the CF card has little room left and cannot fit more than eight images, continuous • Ifshooting might not be possible. continuous shooting, the captured images are first stored in the camera's • During internal memory and then successively transferred to the CF card. When the internal • • memory becomes full during continuous shooting, “ ” will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder and the camera cannot take any more shots.
Self-timer Operation / Using the Eyepiece Cover Shoot. 3• s s s • Press the shutter button fully. The self-timer lamp will start blinking and the beeper will sound to indicate that the self-timer is operating. After about 10 sec., the image will be captured. During the first 8 sec., the lamp blinks and the beeper beeps slowly. During the final 2 sec., the lamp stays lit and the beeper beeps faster. During the self-timer operation, the LCD panel counts down the seconds until the image is captured.
The Creative zone features shooting modes that let you select the shutter speed or aperture value and change the exposure yourself, providing you with more flexibility to set up the camera for a variety of shooting styles. Cre ati v e 6 ne Zo 6 Advanced Operations Advanced Operations the shutter button down halfway and release, and a timer will show • Press the exposure setting for approximately 4 seconds on the LCD panel and viewfinder.
Program AE Like < > (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose shooting mode. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to suit the scene’s brightness. This is called Program AE. ∗ stands for Program ∗ AE stands for Auto Exposure 1 AF point Set the Mode Dial to < >. Focus the subject. 2• s s • Maximum burst Focus confirmation light • • Shutter speed Aperture Look through the viewfinder and aim any AF point over the subject. Then press the shutter button halfway.
Program AE Exposure Warnings If the shutter speed or aperture blinks, it means a correct exposure cannot be obtained. Although the image can be captured, it may come out too bright or too dark. For details, see “Exposure Warning List” on page 164. • With automatic AF point selection (→p.68), all the AF points achieving focus will flash. Differences Between < > and < > (Full Auto) In both the < > and < > modes, the shutter speed and aperture are set automatically in the same way.
Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture value to suit the brightness of the subject. This is called Shutter-Priority AE. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion. ∗ stands for “time value.” Fast shuter speed Slow shuter speed 1 Set the Mode Dial to < >. 2 Turn the < > dial to set the desired shutter speed. Focus on the subject.
Shutter-Priority AE Exposure Warnings the lens’ maximum aperture (lowest f/number like f/3.5) blinks, it indicates underex• Ifposure. Turn the < blinking. > dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture display stops the lens’ minimum aperture (highest f/number like f/22) blinks, it indicates overexpo• Ifsure. Turn the < > dial to set a faster shutter speed until the aperture display stops blinking. Shutter Speed Display You can set the shutter speed in half-stop increments as shown below.
Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. The larger or brighter the aperture (lower f/number) the more blurred the background will become. This effect is ideal for portraits. The smaller or darker the aperture (higher f/number), the clearer the focus will be for both near and far objects (wider depth of field). ∗ is an abbreviation for Aperture value.
Aperture-Priority AE/ Depth-of-field Preview Exposure Warnings “ ” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the < > dial to • Ifsetthea larger aperture (lower f/number) until the shutter speed stops blinking. “ ” shutter speed blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the < > dial to • Ifsetthea smaller aperture (higher f/number) until the shutter speed stops blinking. Aperture Value Display You can set the aperture in half stops as shown below.
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 handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. ∗ stands for manual. 1 Set the Mode Dial to < >. 2 Turn the < > dial to set the desired shutter speed. Set the aperture. 3• Turn the < > switch to < >, then turn the < dial to set the desired aperture. > Focus on the subject.
Manual Exposure Determine the exposure. 5• Set the shutter speed or aperture value manually. Standard exposure index : This is the reference point for a standard exposure. : To set it to the standard exposure level, set a slower shutter speed or a larger aperture (smaller f/number). : To set it to the standard exposure level, set a faster shutter speed or a smaller aperture (larger f/number).
Automatic Depth-of-Field AE This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes. The camera uses the seven AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in focus. ∗ stands for Auto-depth of field. 1 Set the Mode Dial to < >. Focus the subject. 2• • • Move the AF point over the subject and press the ) shutter button halfway.
Setting Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. You can make the image look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation amount can be set up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. Turn the Mode Dial to any Creative Zone mode except < >. 1 2• Focus the subject and check the exposure level. Increased exposure Press the shutter button halfway and check the exposure level indicator.
Auto Exposure Bracketing With autoexposure bracketing (AEB), the camera automatically changes the exposure level up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments for three successive shots. In the < > mode, AEB is executed by changing both the shutter speed and aperture. In the < > mode, AEB is executed by changing the aperture. >, < >, or < > mode, AEB is executed by changing the shutter speed. In the < Standard exposure (0) Decreased exposure (–1/2 stop) Increased exposure (+1/2 stop) On the menu, select [AEB].
Auto Exposure Bracketing Canceling AEB • Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB amount to < >. will also be canceled automatically if you turn • AEB the < > switch to < >, change lenses, have flash-ready, replace the battery, or replace the CF card. flash nor bulb exposures can be used in AEB mode. • Neither If you set mirror lockup with C.Fn-12-1 (→p.149) and then use AEB, single-frame • shooting takes effect even if the drive mode is set to continuous shooting. 6 as shown below.
AE Lock AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the desired exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects. AE lock works differently depending on the selected AF point and metering mode. For details, see “AE Lock Effects” (→p.165). 1 2 Focus the subject. s The exposure setting will be displayed in the viewfinder. Press the < s • • > button.
Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter is open during the time you keep pressing the shutter button fully. Bulb is useful when a long exposure is necessary for capturing night scenes, fireworks, the night sky, etc. Set the Mode Dial to < 1 2• >. Set the shutter speed to “ • ”. Look at the LCD panel and turn the < > dial to select “ ”. The next setting after “ ” is “ ”. Set the aperture. Turn the < > dial to set the desired aperture. 6 Shoot.
Mirror Lockup Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12-1. (→p.149) This prevents mirror-caused vibrations which may blur the image during close-ups or when a super telephoto lens is used. To set this Custom Function, see “Setting a Custom Function” on page 145. When mirror lockup is set, the camera operates as follows. Press the shutter button fully. 1• s The mirror will lock up. After 30 seconds, it will go back down automatically. Press the shutter button fully again.
The EOS 10D can take easy, natural-looking flash shots with correct subject illumination using E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering in memory) using either the camera’s built-in flash or any EOS-dedicated EX-series Speedlite. The procedure is as easy as a normal AE shot. This chapter explains how to take flash shots with the built-in flash and EOS-dedicated Speedlite 550EX. For details on Speedlite 550EX, see the 550EX Instructions booklet.
Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash lets you take the following kinds of flash shots with the ease of a normal AE shot. ●E-TTL autoflash With E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering), optimum flash exposure is obtained for the subject in focus. In the aperture-priority AE mode, a slow sync speed is set automatically in low-light situations to obtain a natural-looking, balanced exposure between the subject and background.
Using the Built-in Flash Using the Built-in Flash in the Creative Zone When using a Creative zone mode, press the < > button to pop up the built-in flash. : Select < > mode for full autoflash. The shutter speed and aperture value are determined automatically, just as in < (Full Auto) mode. > : Select < > mode to manually set a shutter speed slower than 1/200 second. The camera then automatically sets the flash aperture value to provide the proper exposure for your shutter speed.
Using the Built-in Flash using an EX-series Speedlite, press the built-in flash back into the camera • When before mounting the external flash. using the built-in flash, keep at least 1 m/3.3 ft away from the subject. Other• When wise the lens barrel may partially obstruct the flash coverage and cause part of the image to look dark. using the built-in flash, detach any hood attahed to the lens. A lens hood will • When partially obstruct the flash coverage.
Using the Built-in Flash Using Red-eye Reduction When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may come out red in the image. “Red eye” happens when the light from the flash reflects off the retina of the eyes. The camera’s red-eye reduction feature turns on the red-eye reduction lamp to shine a gentle light into the subject’s eyes to narrow the pupil diameter or iris. A smaller pupil reduces the chances of red eye from occurring.
Using the Built-in Flash FE Lock FE (flash exposure) Lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject. FE Lock is a function in the Creative zone. Check that the < > icon is lit. 1 •• Press the < > button to pop-up the built-in flash. In the viewfinder, check that the < > icon is lit. Focus on the subject. Spot metering circle 2• 3• Press the < s s s s 1 Focus on the subject you want to lock the flash exposure on. • 2 > button.
Using the Built-in Flash Flash Exposure Compensation Flash exposure compensation can be set in the same way as with exposure compensation. It can be set up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. Flash exposure compensation works in Creative Zone modes. 1 Press the < > button. ( ) Set the flash exposure compensation amount. 2• • Turn the < > switch to < >, then turn the < > dial to set the desired flash exposure compensation amount at the viewfinder or LCD panel.
Flash Shot with Speedlite 550EX With Speedlite 550EX, flash shooting is as easy as any AE mode, and you can use the following features: ●E-TTL autoflash With E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering), optimum flash exposure is obtained for the subject in focus. In the aperture-priority AE mode, a slow sync speed is set automatically in low-light situations to obtain a natural-looking, balanced exposure between the subject and background.
Flash Shot with Speedlite 550EX Full Auto Flash Using the < > (Program AE) mode with E-TTL autoflash is described below. Regarding the operation of the 550EX, refer to the Speedlite’s instructions. MODE SELE H PILOT Set the Mode Dial to < >. 1 2 3• Make sure the Speedlite 550EX’s pilot lamp is on. Focus the subject, and shoot. Make sure the flash-ready indicator < > is on, and check the shutter speed and aperture value before shooting.
Flash Shot with Speedlite 550EX High-Speed Sync (FP Flash) When the Speedlite 550EX is set to high-speed sync < > mode, it can automatically synchronize at any shutter speed of 1/200 second or faster, thus providing high-speed sync (FP) flash operation. When high-speed sync is On, the < > icon appears in the viewfinder.
Flash shot with Speedlite 550EX FE Lock The procedure for setting FE lock is the same as with the built-in flash (→p.100). FE lock works in both the normal flash and high-speed sync (FP flash) modes. Flash Exposure Compensation For flash shots with flash exposure compensation, see “Flash Exposure Compensation” for the built-in flash. (→p.101) Flash exposure compensation can also be set with certain EX-series Speedlites.
Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The EOS 10D can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at shutter speeds of 1/ 200 sec. or slower. With larger studio flash units, the flash sync speed is 1/60 sec. or slower. Be sure to test the flash you are using beforehand, to make sure it synchronizes properly with the camera. PC Terminal The camera's PC terminal is provided for flash units attached with a sync cord. The PC terminal is threaded to prevent the sync cord from disconnecting inadvertently.
This chapter explains how to view and erase images and how to connect the camera to a TV monitor. 8 Image Playback 8 Image Playback When attempting to playback images not taken with the camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a personal computer for image processing or changing the file name.
Image Playback You can view images in different ways. Besides selecting and viewing a single image, you can view the image with shooting information, an index of thumbnails, and a magnified view. You can also rotate the image and jump to an image far ahead or back. Single Image Image with shooting information Index display Magnified view by 1.5x Magnified view by 10x Rotated image Single image Playback the image. 1• s Press the < > button. The last captured image will appear on the LCD monitor.
Image Playback Image with Shooting Information While an image is displayed on the LCD monitor, press the < image’s shooting information. Press the < • • • >. button to display the > button. While a single image is displayed, press the < > button. You can change the displayed image by turning the < > dial. Pressing the < > button toggles between the single image display and image with shooting information display. File No.
Image Playback Index Display Nine thumbnail images are displayed on one screen. Set the camera to the playback mode. 1• s Press the < > button. The last captured image will appear on the LCD monitor. Display the index. 2• s Press the < > button. The selected thumbnail will be highlighted with a green border. Select an image. 3• • Turn the < > dial counterclockwise to select the preceding (older) image. Turn the < > dial clockwise to select the next (newer) image.
Image Playback / Magnified View The selected image can be magnified by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Display the image to be magnified. 1• 2• Display the single images or image with shooting information. Magnify the image. s • • Magnified portion 1.5x Press the < > button. The center of the image will be magnified. To increase the magnification, hold down the < > button. Press the < > button to reduce the magnification.
Image Playback Image Jump While single image, image with shooting information, index, or magnified image is displayed, you can jump images ahead or back. Set the camera for playback. 1• 2• Display a single image, image with shooting information, index, or magnified image. Set jump display. s Press the < > button. The jump bar will appear at the bottom of the screen. Jump bar Jump forward or back. 3• Magnified view with jump bar Turn the < > dial. (Turn the < > dial during magnified view.
Image Playback Automated Playback of Images (Auto playback) This function automatically and continuously displays all images recorded on the CF card. Each image is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. On the menu, select [Auto Play]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Auto Play]. Start the auto play. 2• s • • • Press < >. After the images load for 2 sec., auto play will start. To pause the auto play, press < >.
Image Playback Rotating an Image The Rotate function can rotate an image 90° or 270˚ clockwise. This allows you to play images with the correct orientation. On the menu, select [Rotate]. 1 •• s • Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Rotate], then press < >. The image rotation screen will appear. Press the < > button to display image rotation screen for the index display. Rotate the image. 2• s • • Turn the < > dial to select the image to be rotated, then press < >.
Connecting to a TV You can connect the EOS 10D to a television (using the video cable provided with your camera) to display your recorded images. Always turn off the camera and the television before connecting or disconnecting them. 1 Open the cover. Connect the cable. 2• • 3 Use the video cable (provided) to connect the camera’s < > terminal to the TV monitor’s VIDEO IN terminal. Insert the cable plug all the way, until it clicks into place. Turn the TV on, and set the input switch to Video In.
Image Protection You can protect images to prevent accidental erasure. On the menu, select [Protect]. 1 •• s • Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Protect], then press < >. The protect setting screen will appear. Press the < > button to display the protect screen for the index display. Set the image protection. 2• s Image protection icon • • • Turn the < > dial to select the image to be protected, then press < >. When an image is protected, the < > icon will appear below the image.
Erasing an Image You can erase images one by one or erase all the images in the CF card. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. So be careful when erasing an image. To prevent important images from being erased accidentally, protect it. • • Erasing a Single Image Set the camera for playback. 1• s Press the < > button. The last captured image will appear on the LCD monitor. Select the image to be erased. 2• 3• Turn the < erased. > dial to select the image to be Display the erase menu.
Erasing an Image Erasing All Images Set the camera for playback. 1• s Press the < > button. The last captured image will appear on the LCD monitor. Display the erase menu. 2• s Press the < > button. The erase menu will appear at the bottom of the screen. Select [All...]. 3• s Turn the < > dial to select [All...], then press < >. The confirmation dialog will appear. Erase the images. 4• s • Turn the < > dial to select [OK], then press < All unprotected images will be erased.
Formatting the CF Card The CF card must be formatted before it is used in the EOS 10D camera. Also, if you see the message “ ” (CF card error) on the LCD panel when you load a CF card, the CF card may need to be formatted before it can be used. On the menu, select [Format]. 1 •• s Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Format], then press < >. The confirmation dialog will appear. Format the CF card.
By using the dedicated cable to connect the camera to a card photo printer or Canon BJ printer compatible with direct printing, you can easily print images directly from the camera. All direct printing operations can be done with the camera.
Direct Printing By connecting the camera to a card photo printer (optional) or Canon BJ printer (optional) compatible with direct printing, you can easily print images directly from the CF card. You control the printing operation with the camera buttons. This is called direct printing. Images having DPOF settings (→p.131) can also be printed directly from the camera. Card photo printer Print BJ printer direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional) to power the camera is • For recommended. (→p.
Connect the Camera to the Printer 1 Turn the < > switch to < >. (→p.30) Set up the printer. 2• For details, refer to the printer's manual. Connect the camera to the card photo printer. 3• • • 4 To connect the camera and printer with the necessary cable, refer to the instructions that came with the printer. Check the shape of cable’s plug and connect the camera and printer.
Connect the Camera to the Printer Connecting to a Canon BJ Printer To connect the camera and printer with the necessary cable, refer to the manuals that came with the printer. To BJ printer 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Connecting to a Card Photo Printer” to connect the camera to the BJ printer. (→p.123) 2 Turn the camera’s < > switch to < then press the < > button. s >, An image in the CF card will be displayed. BJ printer-connected icon Turn on the printer.
Printing You do all the printing operations with the camera. Connected printer icon Select the image to be printed. 1• • • Check that the < > or < > icon is displayed on the upper left of the camera’s LCD monitor. Turn the < > dial to select the image to be printed. Images in the format cannot be printed directly from the camera. Press < 2• s Printing area 3 >. The direct printing screen will appear. To change the image to be printed, press the < > button and start from step 1.
Printing Stopping the Printing While [Stop] is displayed on the LCD monitor, press < >. s s The printing will stop. If the confirmation dialog appears, turn the < dial to [OK], then press < >. > When Stopping the Printing With a card photo printer: If only one print is being printed, you cannot stop the printing. If multiple prints are being printed, the printing will stop after the current print is finished printing.
Printing Options For direct printing, you can set the number of copies, the printing style, and the printing area (trimming). Setting the Quantity 1 On the direct printing screen, turn the < > dial to select [copies], then press < >. s The < > icon will appear beside [copies]. Set the number of copies. 2• • Turn the < > dial to set the number of copies, then press < >. You can set any number from 1 to 99.
Printing Options On the direct printing screen, select [Style]. 1• s Turn the dial to select [Style], then press < The [Style] setting screen will appear. >. Select the style setting. 2• Turn the < > dial to select [Image] / [Paper], [Borders], or [Date], then press < >. Set the style setting. 3• Turn the < > dial to select the desired setting, then press < >. [With a card photo printer] Image Borders Date Borders Date [With a BJ printer] Paper Printing area Exit the style setting screen.
Printing Options If you select [Multiple], [Borders] will be set to [Borderless] and [Date] will be [Off]. you select [Multiple], part of the image will be cut off vertically and horizontally • Ifwhen printed. If you select [Bordered], almost all of the image area (as displayed on the LCD • monitor) will be printed. The printing area frame will not be displayed. Trimming You can trim the image for printing. To trim an image, first see “Setting the Printing Style” (→p.127).
Printing Options the trimming frame • Moving Turn the < > dial to move the trimming frame • horizontally or vertically. • To move the trimming frame vertically, press the < > button to change the moving direction, then turn the < > dial. Each time you press the < > button, the direction changes. • The moving direction is indicated by the < > or < > arrows displayed outside the trimming frame. the trimming frame • Rotating Press the < > button to rotate the trimming • frame.
With DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can specify which images in the CF card are to be printed and the quantity. This feature is very convenient when you make prints with a DPOFcompatible printer or printing lab. 10 DPOF: Digital Print Order Format DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a standard used to record (on the CF card or other recording media) the image number, number of prints, etc. of images taken by digital cameras.
Print Order With the camera, you can select the images to be printed and the quantity. Then those images can be printed with a DPOF-compatible printer or printing lab as you have specified. Printers capable of direct printing from the camera can also print the images as specified by DPOF. 1 Order the prints from the camera. 2 Just insert the CF card into the printer for easy printing. 2 Take the CF card to a printing service for easy ordering.
Print Order Selecting the Images to be Printed You can either select images individually or select all the images for printing. Selecting Individual Images On the menu, select [Print Order]. 1 •• s Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Print Order], then press < >. The print order screen will appear. Select [Order]. 2• s Turn the < > dial to select [Order], then press < >. The order screen will appear. Select the image to be printed.
Print Order Printing quantity of selected image Total quantity to be printed Set the printing quantity. 4• • • s • While looking at the quantity on the screen, turn the < > dial to set the desired quantity, then press < >. If [Print Type] (→p.135) has been set to [Index], the quantity cannot be set. To set the printing quantity of another image, repeat steps 3 and 4. The total quantity of prints is displayed next to the < > icon. To exit the print order screen, press the < > button.
Print Order Printing Options The [Set up] options are as follows: Print Type Standard Prints one image on the paper. Index The images are made smaller to be printed as index images on the paper. Both Date File No. Prints both the standard and index prints. Off The print will not have a date imprinted. On The date recorded for the image will be imprinted. Off The file No. is not imprinted on the print. On The file No. is also imprinted on the print. On the menu, select [Print Order].
Print Order Set the set up option. 4• Turn the < > dial to select the desired setting, then press < >. Print Type • Select [Standard], [Index], or [Both]. Date • Select [On] or [Off]. File No. • Select [On] or [Off]. Exit the set up screen. 5• Press the < reappear. > button. The print order screen will If [Print Type] has been set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot both be set to • [On] at the same time. If [Print Type] has been set to [Both], the [Date] and [File No.
Direct Printing with DPOF With a printer compatible with direct printing, you can print according to the DPOF settings. Connect the camera to the printer. 1 2 •• (→p.122) On the menu, select [Print Order]. Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Print Order], then press < >. Select [Print]. 3• • • Printing style settings 4 Turn the < > dial to select [Print], then press < >. If the camera is not connected to a printer, [Print] will not be displayed.
Direct Printing with DPOF Stopping the Printing While [Stop] is displayed on the LCD monitor, press < >. s s The printing will stop. If the confirmation dialog appears, turn the < dial to [OK], then press < >. > Stopping the Printing (→p.126) Resuming the Printing the direct printing screen, after printing is stopped, turn the < • On [Resume], then press < >. cannot be resumed in the following cases: • Printing Before resuming the printing, you changed the printing options.
You can set the camera’s various settings with on-screen menus. Especially settings for shooting are called Custom Functions (C.Fn). The mark you see in this Instructions gives just a brief description of the respective Custom Function. This chapter explains the menu settings and Custom Functions in detail. The menu setting procedure is described in “Menu Operations” on page 32.
Menu Settings Shooting Menu Red Quality Sets the recording quality of the image to be saved in the CF card. (→p.46) Select any of the following: [Large ] [Large ] ] [Medium ] [Medium ] [Small ] [Small ] [ Red-eye on/off Enables [on] or disables [off] the red-eye reduction lamp during flash shot. (→p.99) AEB Three consecutive shots are captured while the exposure setting is altered automatically for each shot. The exposure can be varied up to +/–2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. (→p.
Menu Settings Shooting Menu Color temp. For setting the color temperature directly to match the color temperature detected by any hand-held color temperature meter. The settable range is [2800K] to [10000K] (in 100K increments). (→p.53) Parameters Besides the [Standard] set of parameter settings (four items with five settings each), up to three other sets of parameter settings can be set and saved [Set 1] [Set 2] or [Set 3]. (→p.
Menu Settings Playback Menu Print Order Images in the CF card can be selected for printing and the printing quantity can also be specified. When this command is given, the DPOF print order information will be saved in the CF card. (→p.131) Auto Play Plays back the images in the CF card at 3-sec. intervals. (→p.113) Setup Menu Yellow Auto power Off Sets the time period after which the power turns off automatically if the camera is not used. This saves battery power. It can be set to [1 min.] [2 min.
Menu Settings Setup Menu Auto rotate Enables the camera orientation (horizontal or vertical) information to be recorded together with the image onto the CF card. Settable to [On] or [Off]. When Auto rotate is [On], images captured in the vertical orientation will be automatically rotated 90˚ or 270˚ clockwise and displayed vertically during playback. (→p.61) LCD Brightness Sets the LCD monitor’s brightness level. Turn the < to set it to one of five brightness levels.
Menu Settings Setup Menu Video system Sets the video format for the video output. Settable to [NTSC] or [PAL]. (→p.115) Format Initializes the CF card loaded in the camera. (→p.119) Custom Functions (C.Fn) For setting Custom Functions to suit the user’s preferences. (→p.145, 146) Clear settings Clear all camera settings Resets all the camera settings to the default settings. (→p.35) Clear all Custom Functions Resets all the Custom Function settings to [0]. (→p.152) Sensor clean.
Setting Custom Functions Custom Functions are camera functions which you can set to suit your shooting preferences. To set a Custom Function, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)] on the menu. On the menu, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. 1• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Custom Functions • (C.Fn)], then press the < > button. Custom Function No. Select the Custom Function No. 2• Turn the < > dial to select the desired Custom Function No., then press < >. Change the setting.
Custom Function Settings C.Fn-01 SET button func. when shooting You can assign a different function to the < > button. In the case of C.Fn-01-1/2, you can press < >, then turn the < > dial to set the desired setting directly while looking at the LCD panel. 0: Default (no function) 1: Change quality You can select the recording quality directly. 2: Change parameters You can select the processing parameters directly. ” is for [Normal]. “ ”, “ ”, and “ ” are for [Set “ 1], [Set 2], and [Set 3] respectively.
Custom Function Settings 2: AF/AF lock, no AE lock In the AI Servo AF mode, you can press the < > button to stop the AF operation momentarily when there is an obstruction passing in front of the camera. This prevents the AF from being thrown off. The exposure is set when the shot is taken. 3: AE/AF, no AE lock This is useful for a subject that moves and stops repeatedly. In the AI Servo AF mode, you can press the < > button to start or stop the AI Servo AF operation.
Custom Function Settings C.Fn-07 AF point registration By registering a frequently-used AF point as the home position (HP), you can instantly switch to this home position AF point even while using another AF point. Automatic AF point selection can also be registered as the home position. C.Fn-08 0: Center AF point 4: Automatic selection 1: Bottom 5: Extreme left 2: Right 6: Left 3: Extreme right 7: Top RAW+JPEG rec.
Custom Function Settings 2: –,0,+/Enable Starts the bracketing with a decreased exposure (or bluer white balance). 3: –,0,+/Disable Starts the bracketing with a decreased exposure (or bluer white balance), and the bracketing is repetitive. AEB 0: Standard exposure –: Decreased exposure +: Increased exposure C.
Custom Function Settings C.Fn-13 Assist button function Changes the function of the < > button. 0: Normal > buttons simultaneously selects Pressing the < > and < the registered AF point. 1: Select Home Position Pressing only the < > button selects the registered AF point. 2: Select HP (while pressing) The registered AF point is selected only while the < > button is held down. When you let go of the button, the previous AF point is selected.
Custom Function Settings C.Fn-16 Safety shift in Av or Tv Safety shift can be set for the shutter-priority AE and aperturepriority AE modes. 0: Disable 1: Enable If the subject's brightness changes suddenly and the current shutter-priority AE or aperture-priority AE setting becomes unsuitable, the shutter speed or aperture is shifted to obtain a proper exposure. C.Fn-17 Lens AF stop button function AF stop button is provided only on super telephoto • The lenses.
Clearing All Custom Functions You can reset all the Custom Function settings to [0]. On the menu, select [Clear settings]. 1 •• Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Clear settings], and press < >. Select [Clear all Custom Functions]. 2• Turn the < > dial to select [Clear all Custom Functions], and press < >. Clear all the Custom Function settings. 3• s • 152 Turn the < > dial to select [OK], then press < >. All the Custom Function settings will be cleared.
This chapter explains how to set the camera’s date and time, replace the date/time battery, and clean the image sensor.
Setting the Date and Time Set the date and time as shown below. The date and time are recorded with the image file for each captured image. On the menu, select [Date/Time]. 1 •• s Press the < > button. Turn the < > dial to select [Date/Time], then press < >. The Date/Time setting screen will appear. Set the date and time. 2• • Turn the < > dial to set the item, then press < >. The selection will then shift to the next item. Set the date display format.
Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time battery maintains the camera’s date and time. The battery’s service life is about 5 years. When the date/time battery’s power is low, “ ” will appear on the LCD panel. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery as described below. If a battery pack or DC coupler is attached to the camera, the camera’s date and time and menu functions will be maintained while you replace the battery. • Set the < 1 2• > switch to < >.
Cleaning the Image Sensor (CMOS) The image sensor is like the film in a film-based camera. If any dust or other foreign matter adheres to the image sensor, it may show up as a dark speck in the images. To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the image sensor. Note that the image sensor is a very delicate component. If possible, you should have it cleaned by a Canon Service Center. While you clean the image sensor, the camera must be turned on.
Cleaning the Image sensor (CMOS) Terminate the cleaning. 5• s • Set the < > switch to < >. The camera will turn off and the shutter will close. The mirror will also go down. Set the < > switch to < >. You can start shooting again. the sensor cleaning, never do any of the following that would turn off • During the power. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and it may damage the • 157 12 Maintenance • • • shutter curtains and image sensor. • Do not turn the < > switch to .
This section will help you understand your camera better. It covers basic shooting concepts, camera specifications, system accessories, and other reference information.
Basic Terminology AE Abbreviation for auto exposure. It is an automatic metering and exposure system that sets the optimum exposure (shutter speed and/or aperture) based on the reading by the built-in exposure meter. AF Abbreviation for auto focus. It enables the camera to focus the subject automatically. CF (CompactFlash) card CF card is the small, card-shaped storage media used to record images taken by the EOS 10D. ISO speed This indicates the film’s sensitivity to light.
Basic Terminology Aperture The aperture value (f/number) indicates the size of the aperture opening in the lens. It is equal to the focal length devided by the aperture diameter. It adjusts the amount of light striking the CMOS sensor. The aperture value is displayed on the camera’s LCD panel and in the viewfinder. It can range anywhere from 1.0 to 91, depending on the lens attached to the camera.
Basic Terminology Depth of field This is the range where acceptable focus can be achieved in front of and behind the point of focus. The smaller the aperture (the higher the f/number), the deeper the depth of field. And the larger the aperture (the lower the f/number), the shallower the depth of field. The depth of field is affected as described below: (1) A smaller aperture (a higher f/number) increases the depth of field. For example, stopping down to f/8 obtains a deeper depth of field than f/4.5.
Function Availability Table : Automatic Setting : Selection Possible Mode Dial Quality JPEG ISO speed Auto White balance Auto WB RAW Manual Preset WB • Custom WB Color temp. • WB-BKT Standard Parameters One-Shot AI Servo AF AI Focus AF Auto point selection Manual Metering mode Evaluative Partial Centerweighted average Drive Single frame Continuous Built-in flash Auto Manual Red-eye reduction Custom Function (C.
Exposure Warning List Mode Blinking Warning Indication Solution The subject is too dark. 1) Increase the ISO speed. 2) Use flash. The subject is too bright. 1) Decrease the ISO speed. 2) Attach a neutral density filter to the lens. The shot will be underexposed. 1) Turn the < > to set a slower shutter speed. 2) Increase the ISO speed. The shot will be overexposed. 1) Turn the < > to set a faster shutter speed. 2) Decrease the ISO speed. The shot will be underexposed.
AE Lock Effects (when using a mode in the Creative zone) AF point selection Metering method Manual selection Auto selection AE lock applied to the metered value at the selected AF point. Evaluative metering AE lock applied to the metered value at the active AF point. Partial metering Center-weighted average AE lock applied to the metered value at the center AF point. Program Line < > The following program line applies when the camera is in Program AE < > mode.
Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Readouts Shutter speed readout The shutter speed is normally displayed in 1/2-stop increments. Numbers from “ ” to “ ” denote the denominator of the shutter speed fraction: for example, “ ” is 1/125 seconds. In addition, “ ” is 0.3 seconds, and “ ” is 15 seconds. Aperture value readout The aperture value is normally displayed in 1/2-stop increments. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture opening.
On-screen Messages The messages displayed on the LCD monitor are as follows. Message Description The camera is either processing the data or writing the captured image onto the CF card. Wait until it is finished. Loading image... The camera is reading the image in the CF card. Wait until it is finished. No CF card There is no CF card. Load a proper CF card into the camera. CF card error There is a problem with the CF card. Replace the CF card.
On-screen Messages Message Set Date/Time Description The date/time has not been set. Captured images will not have the correct image capture date/time. Turn off the camera After cleaning the image sensor, turn the < after sensor cleaning > switch to < >. Battery level is too low. Cannot clean sensor If there is insufficient battery power, the shutter may close during the cleaning of the image sensor and the shutter curtains and image sensor might be damaged.
On-screen Messages Message Description Cannot print! The image was captured by another camera or in an incompatible format. Or the image has been edited with a personal computer. Could not print ** images The image was captured by another camera or it has been edited with a personal computer and printing was attempted in accordance with the DPOF setting for ** prints. ** images remaining Since the printing with the DPOF setting was interrupted, ** prints still remain to be printed.
On-screen Messages Message Description Waste tank full To resume printing, press the BJ printer’s Reset button. Have the waste ink tank replaced by your dealer or service center (see the list that came with the BJ printer) at your earliest convenience. Printer error Turn off the printer and turn it back on. If the error is still displayed, consult your nearest BJ printer service center (see the service center list in the printer’s manual). Communication error An error occurred during communications.
Error Codes If a camera error occurs, “ xx” will be displayed on the LCD panel. Follow the instruction below according to the error code. If the same error occurs often, something is probably wrong with the camera. Jot down the “xx” error code and take your camera to the nearest Canon Service Center (see list of service centers on the back cover). If an error occurs after you shoot, the camera might have missed the shot. Press the < > button to see if the image appears on the LCD monitor.
Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. Power Source The battery cannot be recharged. You are using the wrong battery. s Use Battery Pack BP-511 or BP-512. (→p.7) The battery is not properly attached to the charger. Attach the battery properly to the charger. (→p.22) s The camera does not operate even when the < > switch is set to < >. The battery is exhausted. s Change the battery pack. (→p.22) The battery is not installed properly.
Troubleshooting Guide Shooting No images can be The CF card is not properly loaded. shot or recorded. s Load the CF card properly. (→p.28) The CF card is full. Use a new CF card or erase unnecessary images. (→p.28, 117) s The battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery. (→p.22) s You did not focus well. (The focus confirmation light in the viewfinder blinked.) s Press the shutter button halfway and focus the subject. If you still cannot focus properly, focus manually. (→p.
Major Accessories (optional) Battery Pack BP-511 Powerful, lithium-ion, recharegable power pack for the EOS 10D. The rated voltage is 7.4 V. Rechargeable with Battery Charger CB-5L. When fully recharged, it enables approx. 500 shots to be taken (at 20˚C/ 68°F with 50% flash use). Recharging time is about 90 min. AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 Power source kit (AC adapter, DC coupler, power cord) for supplying power to the EOS 10D with a household power outlet. The AC adapter’s rated input is AC 100 - 240 V.
Major Accessories (optional) Macro Flash The EX-series Macro Lites are ideal for macro flash shooting. You can fire only one or both flash tubes and control the flash ratio to easily obtain sophisticated lighting effects with E-TTL autoflash. Also, high-speed sync (FP flash), FE lock, and a multi-Speedlite, wireless system (with 550EX as a slave) are possible to achieve various macro flash effects. Remote Switch RS-80N3 This is a remote switch with an 80-cm/ 2.6-ft.
System Map Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 Rubber Frame Eb E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses ST-E2 220EX 420EX 550EX Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX Bundled Accessories Eyecup Eb Angle Finder C Battery Charger CB-5L Neck Strap EW-100DB Battery Pack BP-511 Date / time CR2025 lithium battery Battery Grip BG-ED3 Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 AC Adapter Kit (Optional) ACK-E2 AC Adapter AC-E2 176 DC Coupler DR-400 EF lenses Remote Switch RS-80N3 Wireless Controller LC-4
System Map CF card Card reader PC card adapter PC card slot USB port Macintosh computer • EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk • Adobe Photoshop Elements Disk Interface cable IFC-300PCU PC card slot Parallel port USB port Video Cable VC-100 PC/AT-compatible computer BJ printer for direct printing 13 Card Photo Printer Reference TV/Video 177
Specifications • Type Type: Recording medium: Image size: Compatible lenses: Lens mount: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash Type I and II CF card 22.7 mm x 15.1 mm Canon EF lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is equal to approx.1.6 times the marked focal length.) Canon EF mount • Image Sensor Type: Pixels: Total pixels: Aspect ratio: Color filter system: Low-pass filter: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, single-plate CMOS sensor Effective pixels: Approx. 6.
Specifications Magnification: Eye point: Dioptric adjustment range: Focusing screen: Mirror: Viewfinder information: Depth-of-field preview: 0.88x (–1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity) 20 mm –3.0 - +1.0 diopter.
Specifications Shutter speeds: Shutter release: Self-timer: Remote control: 1/4000 - 30 sec. (1/2- or 1/3-stop increments), bulb, X-sync at 1/200 sec. Soft-touch electromagnetic release 10-sec. delay N3-type remote control • Built-in Flash Type: Guide No.: Recycling time: Flash-ready indicator: Flash coverage: Flash metering system: Flash exposure compensation: Auto pop-up E-TTL autoflash (retractable) 13 (ISO 100, meters), 43 (ISO 100, ft.) Approx. 3 sec.
Specifications • Menus Menu categories: LCD monitor language: Firmware update: Shooting menu: Red, Playback menu: Blue, Setup menu: Yellow 12 languages provided (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese.) Update possible by the user • Customize Function Custom Functions: 17 Custom Functions with 61 settings • Power Source Battery: One Battery Pack BP-511/BP-512 ∗ AC power can be supplied via the DC coupler.
Index A A-DEP ..................................................... 88 AC Adaptor Kit ................................... 19,26 Accessories ........................................... 174 Adobe RGB ............................................. 58 AE ......................................................... 160 AE Lock ............................................ 92,165 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) ............ 90 AF ......................................................... 160 AF Mode ....................
Index Image Sensor ........................................ 156 Index print ............................................. 135 Index Display ......................................... 110 INFO. ................................................ 62,109 Interface Cable .......................................... 3 ISO expansion ....................................... 141 ISO Speed ....................................... 49,160 J JPEG ................................................ 47,160 L Landscape ..........