Canon EOS 20D Manuale Utente

INSTRUCTION MANUALENGLISHINSTRUCTIONMANUAL

10For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**).NomenclatureDigital terminal (p.117)Video OUT terminal (p.110)Re

100You can set how long the image is to be displayed on the LCD monitor right after it is captured. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not ha

101Vertical shots can be rotated automatically so that they are displayed upright during playback.1Select [Auto rotate].¡ Turn the <5> dial to s

102You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to one of five levels.1Select [LCD Brightness].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [c LCD Brightnes

103You can select any captured image to view. You can view a single image, the shooting information, an index display, or a magnified view.1Playback t

Image Playback104HistogramA histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. The horizontal axis indicates the brightness level (darker on the

105Image PlaybackNine thumbnail images are displayed on one screen.1Set the camera for playback.¡ Press the <x> button.s The last captured image

Image Playback106You can magnify the image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor.1Display the image.¡ Display the image in the single-image or image info

107Image PlaybackDuring the single image, image with shooting information, index, or magnified image display, you can jump forward or back to images st

Image Playback108You can playback the CF card’s images in an automatic slide show. Each image will be displayed for about 3 sec.1Select [Auto Play].¡

109Image PlaybackYou can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise. Images will then be displayed in the correct orientation during playback.1Select [R

11NomenclatureTripod socketBattery compartment cover (p.20)Battery compartment cover release lever (p.20)<9> Multi-controller (p.28)Viewfinder e

110By connecting the camera to a TV set with the video cable (provided), you can view the captured images on a TV set. Always turn off the camera and

111This prevents the image from being erased accidentally.1Select [Protect].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [x Protect], then press <0>.s Th

112You can erase images individually or erase all the images at one time in the CF card. Only protected images will not be erased.Once an image is era

113LErasing Images1Display the image.¡ Press the <x> button.2Display the erase menu.¡ Press the <L> button.s The Erase menu will appear at

114Format the CF card before using it in the camera.Formatting a CF card will erase everything in the card. Even protected images will be erased, so m

1158Direct Printingfrom the CameraYou can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images in the CF card. This chapter explains how

116You do the direct printing procedure entirely through your camera’s LCD monitor.On the menu, set [c Communication] to [PTP].1Select [Communication]

117Preparing to Print3Connect the camera to the printer.¡ Refer to the table (Printers and Cables) below to select the proper cable to connect the cam

Preparing to Print1186Playback the image.¡ Press the <x> button.s The image will appear and one of three icons <w, A, S> will appear on th

119The setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might be disabled. For details, refer to your printer’s instruction manual.

Nomenclature12LCD PanelThe actual display will show only the applicable items.ApertureAF point selection ([ - - - ])CF card full warning (FuLL CF)

wPrinting with PictBridge120¡ Turn the <5> dial to select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>.s The Paper Type scr

121wPrinting with PictBridgeAbout Layout4Set the other options.¡ If desired, also set the <H> date imprinting, <E> printing effects, and &

wPrinting with PictBridge1225Start printing.¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [Print], then press <0>.s The printing will start.¡ When the pri

1231Select the image to be printed.¡ Check that the <A> icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor.¡ Turn the <5> dial to sele

APrinting with CP Direct1244Set the options as desired.¡ Set the [Image], [Borders], and [Date] as desired.¡ Turn the <5> dial to select the men

125APrinting with CP Direct6Set the trimming.¡ Set as necessary.¡ For details on trimming, see page 129.7Start printing.¡ Turn the <5> dial to s

1261Select the image to be printed.¡ Check that the <S> icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor.¡ Turn the <5> dial to sele

127SPrinting with Bubble Jet Direct4Set the options as desired.¡ Turn the <5> dial to select the menu item, then press <0>.¡ Turn the <

SPrinting with Bubble Jet Direct1287Start printing.¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [Print], then press <0>.s The printing will start.¡ When

129You can trim the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed.Do the trimming right before printing. If you set the trim

13NomenclatureViewfinder InformationThe actual display will show only the applicable items.Partial metering circleAF points (Superimposed display)<A

Setting the Trimming1303Exit the menu.¡ Press <0>.s The Print setting screen will reappear.s On the upper left, you can see the trimmed image ar

1319DPOF: Digital PrintOrder FormatWith DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can use the camera to specify which images in the CF card are to be pri

132Set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot be set in

1333 Print Ordering4 Exit the menu.¡ Press the <M> button.s The Print Order screen will reappear.¡ Next, select [Order] or [All] to select the i

3 Print Ordering1341Select [Order].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [Order], then press <0>.s The order screen will appear.2Select the image

1353 Print OrderingFor [Index]¡ If you want to include the image in the index print, checkmark <X> the box. Otherwise, leave the box unchecked.¡

3 Print Ordering136The print order can also be set or canceled for all the images in the CF card. For standard-type prints, a quantity of one will be

137With a printer compatible with direct printing, you can easily print images specified with DPOF.1Prepare to print.¡ See “Setting the Camera” (steps

3 Direct Printing with DPOF138ACP Direct / SBubble Jet Direct¡ Set the [Style]. (p.123/126)5Start printing.¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [OK], t

13910Customizingthe CameraCustom Functions enable you to customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. ¡ Custom Functions

Nomenclature14Mode DialThe Mode Dial is divided into two function zones.BasiczoneImagezoneCreativezoneFull Autoq Basic Zone All you do is press the sh

1401Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. ¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [c Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press <0>.s The Custom Function scre

1413 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn-01 SET function when shootingYou can change the function assigned to <0>. With C.Fn-01-1/2, you can press <

3 Custom Function SettingsN142C.Fn-04 Shutter button/AE lock button0: AF/AE lock1: AE lock/AFConvenient when you want to focus and meter separately. P

1433 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn-07 Flash firingYou can enable the built-in flash, external Speedlite, and non-Canon flash connected to the PC terminal

3 Custom Function SettingsN144C.Fn-10 Superimposed display0: On1: OffThe AF point in the viewfinder will not flash in red. Recommended when it is bother

1453 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn-14 E-TTL II 0: EvaluativeFully automatic flash photography for all conditions, from low light to daylight fill-flash.1

3 Custom Function SettingsN146C.Fn-17 Lens AF stop button function0: AF stop1: AF startAF operates only while the AF stop button is pressed. While the

14711ReferenceThis section will help you understand your camera better. It covers information on camera features, system accessories, and other refere

148o: Set automatically k: User selectableFunction Availability Tablekoooooookkoooooookkoooooookkoooooookkoooooookoooooookkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

149Function Availability Table(In Creative Zone modes)* When the lens’ focus mode switch is set to <MF>, AE lock is applied at the center AF poi

15NomenclatureBattery Charger CG-580This is a battery pack charger. (p.18)Battery Charger CB-5LThis is a battery pack charger. (p.18)Battery pack slot

150If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide.¡ You are using the wrong battery.s Do not recharge any battery pack other than Bat

151Troubleshooting Guide¡ Auto power off is in effect.s Press the shutter button halfway. If you do not want auto power off to take effect, set [c Aut

Troubleshooting Guide152¡ The lens focus mode switch is set to <MF>.s Set the lens focus mode switch to <AF>. (p.23)¡ Camera shake occured

153If a camera error occurs, “Err xx” will be displayed on the LCD panel. Follow the instruction below to resolve the problem for respective error cod

154Major Accessories (Optional)Battery Pack BP-511AHigh-capacity, lithium-ion, secondary power pack.AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2Power source kit (AC adapter,

155Major Accessories (Optional)Macro Ring LitesThe EX-series Macro Lites (two models) are ideal for close-up flash photography. You can fire only one or

156System MapSemi-hard Case EH-17LEyecup EbRubber Frame EbEyepiece Extender EP-EX15Angle Finder CDate / time CR2016 lithium batteryE-series Dioptric A

157System MapData Verification KitDVK-E2 (Ver.2.1)PictBridge-compatible printerBubble Jet Direct-compatible printerCP PrinterEF lensesTimer RemoteCont

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

159Specifications• White BalanceType: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten, white fluorescent light, flash, custom, color temperature settingAuto whi

16¡In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials, and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera.¡For

Specifications160AF-assist beam: Built-in flash fires intermittentlyEffective range: Approx. 4.0m/13.1ft. at center, approx. 3.5m/11.5ft. at periphery•

161Specifications• External SpeedliteEOS-dedicated Speedlite:E-TTL II autoflash with EX-series SpeedlitePC terminal: ProvidedZooming to match lens foca

Specifications162• Power SourceBattery: One Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512. * AC power can also be supplied with the DC Coupler.* Wit

163SpecificationsPower cord length: Approx. 1.8 m / 5.9 ft.Recharging time: BP-511A, BP-514: Approx. 100 min.BP-511, BP-512: Approx. 90 min.Rated inp

164IndexAAC Adapter Kit...22, 154Access lamp ...25Accessories ...1

165IndexExternal Speedlite ...97Eyepiece cover ...17, 89FFE lock ...95,

166IndexPaper settings ...119Partial Metering ...71PC terminal ...

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This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of August 2004. For information on the camera’s compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced

171Getting StartedThis chapter explains a few preliminary steps and basic camera operations.Attaching the StrapPass the end of the strap through the c

18For details on the battery, refer to the instructions for Battery Pack BP-511A.1Remove the cover.¡ When you remove the battery from the camera, be s

19Recharging the Battery¡ The numbers and markings on the battery charger correspond to the table on the left.Recharge LevelRed lamp0-50%Blinks once p

2Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The EOS 20D is a high-performance, digital AF SLR camera with a large, fine-detail, 8.20-megapixel CMOS senso

20Load a fully charged BP-511A battery pack into the camera.1Open the battery compartment cover.¡ Slide the lever as shown by the arrow and open the c

21Installing and Removing the BatteryBattery Life [Number of shots]¡ The figures above are based on a fully-charged BP-511A and CIPA (Camera & Imag

22With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (optional), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level.1Connect the DC

231Remove the caps.¡ Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.2Attach the lens.¡ Align the EF-S lens with the c

24The captured image will be recorded onto the CF card (optional).Although the thickness is different, a Type I or Type II CF card can be inserted int

25Installing and Removing the CF Card1Open the cover.¡ Turn the <4> switch to <2>.¡ Check that the “buSY” message is not displayed on the

26The camera can operate only after the <4> switch is turned on.<2>: The camera is turned off and does not operate.<1> : The camera

27Basic OperationThe <6> dial is mainly used for shooting-related settings.(1)After pressing a button, turn the <6> dial.When you press a

Basic Operation28The <5> dial is mainly used for shooting-related settings and selecting LCD monitor items. When you want to use the <5> d

29By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set the image recording quality, processing parameters, the date/time, Custom Functions

3Check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.* Be careful not to lose any of t

Menu Operations301Display the menu.¡ Press the <M> button to display the menu. To turn off the menu, press the button again.2Select a menu item.

31Menu Operations<z> Shooting menu (Red)<x> Playback menu (Blue)<c> Set-up menu (Yellow)¡ These shaded menu items are not displayed

Menu Operations32¡ When using the LCD monitor, you can use the <5> dial even while the <4> switch is <1>.¡ The LCD monitor cannot be

33The LCD monitor’s interface language can be set to one of twelve languages.1Select [Language].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [c Language], then

34Set the date and time as shown below.1Select [Date/Time].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [c Date/Time], then press <0>.s The date/time scr

35The date/time (back-up) battery maintains the camera’s date and time. The battery’s service life is about 5 years. If the date/time is reset when th

36The image sensor is like the film in a film camera. If any dust or other foreign matter adheres to the image sensor, it may show up as a dark speck in

373 Cleaning the CMOS sensorN4Clean the image sensor.¡ Use a rubber blower to carefully blow away any dust, etc., on the surface of the image sensor.5

38By adjusting the diopter to suit your eyesight, you can see a sharp viewfinder image even without eyeglasses. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range

392Fully AutomaticShootingThis chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for quick and easy shooting. In each mode <1> &

41234IntroductionItem Check List...3Handling Precaution

40All you do is point the camera and press the shutter button. Everything is automatic so it is easy to photograph any subject. With nine AF points to

411Using Full Auto5Take the picture.¡ Compose the shot and press the shutter button completely.s The captured image will be displayed for about 2 sec.

42Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results.This mode blurs the background to make the

43Basic Zone ModesThis is for fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the action.¡The camera will first track the subject with the center AF point

44Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture. You can use self-timer in any Basic Zone mode or Creative Zone mode.1Press the <R> butt

453Image SettingsThis chapter explains the digital image settings for the image-recording quality, ISO speed, white balance, color space, and processi

46The 73/83/74/84/76/86 modes record the image in the widely-used JPEG format. In the 1 mode, the captured image will require post-processing with the

473 Setting the Image-recording QualityThe RAW format assumes that the image will undergo post-processing with a personal computer. Special knowledge

3 Setting the Image-recording Quality48The maximum burst during continuous shooting depends on the image-recording quality. The approx. maximum burst

49The ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light. A higher ISO speed number indicates a higher sensitivity to light. Therefore, a h

5Contents891011567Focusing an Off-Center Subject...69When Autofocus Fails (Manual

50Normally, the <Q> setting will set the optimum white balance automatically. If natural-looking colors cannot be obtained with <Q>, you c

51With custom white balance, you shoot a white object that will serve as the basis for the white balance setting. By selecting this image, you import

3 Custom White BalanceN52¡ If the exposure obtained in step 3 is underexposed or overexposed, a correct white balance might not be obtained.¡ If an im

53You can correct the standard color temperature for the white balance setting. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a color temperature

54With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the white balance mode’s standard color temp

553 White Balance Auto BracketingN4Take the picture.sWhen B/A bracketing has been set, the three images will be recorded onto the CF card in the follo

56The color space refers to the range of reproducible colors. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB.

57The image you capture can be processed to look more vivid and sharp or more subdued. The processing parameters can be set according to the preset Pa

58The image you capture can be processed automatically by the camera in accordance with the parameter settings you set (five settings each for [Contras

593 Setting the Processing ParametersNWhen you capture images with the processing parameter set to Monochrome, the camera will process and record the

6Safety WarningsFollow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.Preventing Serious Injury or Deat

3 Setting the Processing ParametersN60The same effect as using filters with black-and-white film can be obtained with digital images. A color can be bri

61The file number is like the frame number on film. There are two file numbering methods: [Continuous] and [Auto reset]. The images you take are automati

62When the camera is ready to shoot, press the <B> button to view the current camera settings on the LCD monitor.Display the camera settings.¡ P

634Setting the AF, Metering,and Drive ModesThe viewfinder has 9 AF points. By selecting a suitable AF point, you can shoot with autofocus while framing

64The AF mode is the autofocusing operation method. Three AF modes are provided. One-Shot AF is suited for still subjects, while AI Servo AF is for mo

65f Selecting the AF ModeNPressing the shutter button halfway activates the autofocus and achieves focus once.sThe AF point which achieves focus flashe

f Selecting the AF ModeN66* About Predictive AFIf the subject approaches or retreats from the camera at a constant rate, the camera tracks the subject

67The AF point is used for focusing. The AF point can be selected automatically by the camera or manually by you.Automatic AF point selection is set i

SSelecting the AF PointN68¡ Press the <S> and turn the <6> or <5> dial.¡When you turn the dial, the selection will go in the looping

69After achieving focus, you can lock the focus on a subject and recompose the shot. This is called “focus lock.” Focus lock works only in the One-Sho

7• 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 electr

70Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjects difficult to

71The camera has three metering modes: Evaluative, partial, and centerweighted average metering. In the Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering will be

72Single and continuous drive modes are provided. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum drive mode is set automatically.1Press the <R> button. (9

735Advanced OperationsWith Creative Zone modes, you can set the desired shutter speed or aperture value to obtain the result you want. You take contro

74Like <1> (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose shooting mode. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to suit

75d Program AE¡ If “30"” and the maximum aperture blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO speed or use flash.¡ If “8000” and the minim

76In 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 S

77s Shutter-Priority AE¡ If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the a

78In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. This is called apertu

79f Aperture-Priority AE¡ If the “30"” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the <6> dial to set a larger aperture (smalle

8Camera 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

80In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture value as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the

81a Manual Exposure5Set the exposure.¡ Check the exposure level and set the desired shutter speed and aperture value.6Take the picture.: Standard expo

82This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscape

83Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure setting set by the camera. You can make the image look lighter (increased exposure) or

84By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive

853 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)N¡ Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB amount to < >.¡ AEB will also be canceled automatically if you turn the

86AE 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

87When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the shutter button fully, and closes when you let go of the shutter button. This is cal

88Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12 [Mirror lockup] set to [1: Enable] (p.144). The mirror can be swung up separately from when the exposure is m

89The LCD panel is provided with illumination.Each time you press the <U> button, the LCD panel illumination will turn on (9) or off. Use it to

9Handling PrecautionsLCD Panel and LCD Monitor¡ Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% active p

90You can silence the beeper so it does not sound in any shooting mode.1Select [Beep].¡ Turn the <5> dial to select [z Beep], then press <0&g

916Flash PhotographyThe built-in flash or an EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite enables E-TTL II autoflash (evaluative flash metering with preflash), maki

92E-TTL II autoflash obtains high-precision and consistent flash shots.If necessary, the built-in flash will pop-up automatically in low-light or backlit

93Using the Built-in FlashBuilt-in Flash RangeWith EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM [m / ft]ISO speed Wide angle: 17mm Telephoto: 85mm100 Approx. 1 - 3.3 /

Using the Built-in Flash94When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may look red in the image. “Red eye” happens when the light

95Using the Built-in FlashFE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject.1Check that the <D&

Using the Built-in Flash96In the same way as normal exposure compensation, you can set exposure compensation for flash. You can set flash exposure compe

97An EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite makes flash photography as easy as normal shooting. You can easily do the flash operations below. For detailed p

Using EOS-Dedicated, External Speedlites98¡ When using an external Speedlite, retract the built-in flash before mounting the external Speedlite.¡ If th

997Image PlaybackThis chapter explains image playback operations such as how to view and erase captured images and how to connect the camera to a TV m