Canon EOS 6D Manuale Utente

INSTRUCTIONMANUALENGLISHEOS 6D (WG) EOS 6D (N) The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions.

Contents105Setting the White Balance ... 120O Custom White Balance ...

100Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture.1Press the <R> button. (9)2Select the self-timer. While looking at the LCD panel, turn

1014Image SettingsThis chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighti

102You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG image-recording quality settings: 73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c. There ar

1033 Setting the Image-Recording QualityGuide to Image-Recording Quality Settings (Approx.)*1: b is suitable for playing the images on a digital photo

3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality104A RAW image is raw data output by the image sensor converted to digital data. It is recorded to the card as is

1053 Setting the Image-Recording QualityThe approximate maximum burst is displayed on the bottom right in the viewfinder and on the shooting function

106Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. In Basic Zone modes, the ISO speed is set automatically (p

107i: Setting the ISO SpeedN If [z4: Highlight tone priority] is set to [Enable], you cannot select “L” (equivalent to ISO 50), ISO 100/125/160, “H1”

i: Setting the ISO SpeedN108If the ISO speed is set to “A” (Auto), the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button

109i: Setting the ISO SpeedNYou can set the manually-settable ISO speed range (minimum and maximum limits). You can set the minimum limit within L (IS

11Contents6789Flash Photography 169D Flash Photography...170Setting the Flash ...

i: Setting the ISO SpeedN110You can set the automatic ISO speed range for Auto ISO within ISO 100 - 25600. You can set the minimum limit within ISO 10

111i: Setting the ISO SpeedNWhen Auto ISO is set, you can set the minimum shutter speed (1/250 sec. to 1 sec.) so that the automatically-set shutter s

112By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject.In Basic Zone modes, <D&

113A Selecting a Picture StyleNR LandscapeFor vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and crisp images. Effective for impressive landscapes.S NeutralTh

A Selecting a Picture StyleN114The symbols of the Picture Style selection screen refer to parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. The numerals

115You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test sh

A Customizing a Picture StyleN116Parameter Settings and Effectsg Sharpness 0: Less sharp outline +7: Sharp outlineh Contrast -4: Low contrast +4: Hig

117A Customizing a Picture StyleNFor Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explai

118You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User

119A Registering a Picture StyleN5Select a parameter. Select a parameter such as [Sharpness], then press <0>.6Set the parameter. Press the <

Contents1213121110X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes ... 255Slide Show (Auto Playback) ...

120White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natur

1213 Setting the White BalanceNCustom white balance enables you to manually set the white balance for a specific light source for better accuracy. Per

3 Setting the White BalanceN122You can set the white balance’s color temperature numerically. This is for advanced users.1Select [White balance]. Und

123You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature

3 White Balance CorrectionN124With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temper

125If the image comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighti

126This function reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high

1273 Noise Reduction SettingsNAbout [Multi Shot Noise Reduction] The following functions cannot be set: AEB, WB bracketing, [z4: Long exp. noise redu

3 Noise Reduction SettingsN128Noise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer.1Select [Long exp. noise reduction]. Under the [z4

1293 Noise Reduction SettingsN With [Auto] and [Enable], the noise reduction process after the picture is taken may take the same amount of time as t

13Contents1415C.Fn I: Exposure ...304C.Fn II: Autofocus ...

130You can minimize overexposed highlight areas.1Select [Highlight tone priority]. Under the [z4] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press &

131Peripheral light fall-off is a phenomenon that makes the image corners look darker due to the lens characteristics. Color fringing along subject ou

3 Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration Correction1321Select the setting. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the a

1333 Lens Peripheral Illumination / Chromatic Aberration CorrectionThe camera already contains lens peripheral illumination correction data and chroma

134You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved.This operation is optional since a folder will be created aut

1353 Creating and Selecting a Folder With the folder selection screen displayed, select a folder and press <0>. The folder where the captured

136The image files will be numbered from 0001 to 9999 in the order the images are taken, then saved in a folder. You can change how the file number is

1373 File Numbering MethodsThe file numbering restarts from 0001 each time the card is replaced or a new folder is created.When you replace the card o

138When you set the copyright information, it will be recorded to the image as Exif information.1Select [Copyright information]. Under the [54] tab,

1393 Setting Copyright InformationNWhen you select [Display copyright info.] in step 2 on the preceding page, you can check the [Author] and [Copyrigh

14PowerCharging the battery  p.28Battery check  p.35Battery information check p.334Household power outlet  p.338Auto power off  p.55CardFor

140The range of reproducible colors is called the color space. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB.

1415Advanced OperationsIn Creative Zone modes, you can set the shutter speed and/or aperture to set the exposure as desired. By changing the camera se

142The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.*<d> stands for Prog

143d: Program AE If the “30"” shutter speed and the lower f/number blink, it indicates underexposure.Increase the ISO speed or use flash. If th

144In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure suiting the brightness of th

145s: Shutter-Priority AE If the lower f/number blinks, it indicates underexposure.Turn the <6> dial to set a slower shutter speed until the ap

146In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard exposure suiting the subject

147f: Aperture-Priority AEThe aperture opening (diaphragm) changes only at the moment when the picture is taken. Otherwise, the aperture remains fully

148In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewf

149q Selecting the Metering ModeN1Press the <q> button. (9)2Select the metering mode. While looking at the LCD panel, turn the <6> or <

15Index to FeaturesShootingShooting mode  p.24HDR  p.155Multiple exposures  p.158Mirror lockup  p.165Depth-of-field preview  p.147Remote co

q Selecting the Metering ModeN150r Spot meteringThis is for metering a specific spot of the subject or scene. The metering is weighted at the center c

151Exposure compensation can brighten (increased exposure) or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera.Exposure compensatio

152By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successiv

153Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the same exposure

154When bulb is set, the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter button.

155You can shoot images preserving a wide tonal range where the highlight and shadow detail would otherwise be lost. HDR shooting is effective for lan

w: HDR (High Dynamic Range) ShootingN1563Set [Continuous HDR]. Select either [1 shot only] or [Every shot], then press <0>. With [1 shot only]

157w: HDR (High Dynamic Range) ShootingN If you shoot a moving subject, the subject’s movement will leave afterimages. To prevent camera shake, the

158You can shoot two to nine exposures to be merged into one image. If you shoot multiple-exposure images with Live View shooting (p.179), you can see

159P Multiple ExposuresN3Set [Multi-expos ctrl]. Select the desired multiple-exposure control method, then press <0>. AdditiveThe exposure of

16Also read “Handling Precautions” on page 386.Camera Care This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. Th

P Multiple ExposuresN1605Set [Continue Mult-exp]. Select either [1 shot only] or [Continuously], then press <0>. With [1 shot only], multiple-

161P Multiple ExposuresN Only the merged multiple-exposure image will be saved. The images taken in steps 6 and 7 for the multiple-exposure image wil

P Multiple ExposuresN162You can select an image recorded in the card as the first single exposure. The original of the selected image will remain inta

163P Multiple ExposuresNBefore you finish shooting the set number of exposures, you can press the <x> button to view the merged multiple-exposur

P Multiple ExposuresN164 Are there any restrictions on the image-recording quality?All JPEG image-recording quality settings can be selected. If 41 o

165Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations (mirror shock) can also h

166When you use the self-timer, bulb, or Remote Switch and do not look through the viewfinder, stray light entering the viewfinder can cause the image

167You can connect the Remote Switch RS-80N3, Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately), or any EOS accessory equipped with an N3-type te

R Remote Control Shooting1683Press the <R> button. (9)4Select the self-timer. Look at the LCD panel and turn the <6> dial to select <Q

1696Flash PhotographyThis chapter explains how to shoot with an EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) or non-Canon flash unit and how t

17Handling Precautions Do not block the mirror operation with your finger, etc. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Use a blower to blow away dust on

170An EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) makes flash photography as easy as normal shooting.For detailed instructions, refer to the EX-series Speed

171D Flash Photography With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series Speedlite set to A-TTL or TTL autoflash mode, the flash can be fired at full output only.Set the

172With an EX-series Speedlite having compatible flash function settings, you can use the camera’s menu screen to set the Speedlite’s functions and Cu

1733 Setting the FlashNYou can set the flash-sync speed for flash photography in the aperture-priority AE (f) mode. : AutoThe flash sync speed is set

3 Setting the FlashN174On the screen, the settable functions and the display will differ depending on the Speedlite, current flash mode, flash Custom

1753 Setting the FlashN Wireless functionsWireless (multiple) flash shooting is possible with radio or optical transmission. For details on wireless

3 Setting the FlashN176 Flash exposure compensationThe same setting as “Flash exposure compensation” on page 170 can be set.For details, refer to the

1773 Setting the FlashNFor details on the Speedlite’s Custom Functions, refer to the Speedlite’s instruction manual.1Select [Flash C.Fn settings]. Se

1797Shooting with the LCD Monitor(Live View Shooting)You can shoot while viewing the picture on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View sh

18Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery (p.30). To charge the battery, see page 28.2Insert a card (p.31). With the card’s label facing toward the bac

1801Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <A>.2Display the Live View image. Press the <0> button. The Live View image will

181A Shooting with the LCD MonitorSet [A1: Live View shoot.] to [Enable].Number of Possible Shots with Live View Shooting The figures above are based

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor182Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.About the Information DisplayExposure

183A Shooting with the LCD MonitorDuring Live View shooting in the <A> mode, an icon representing the scene detected by the camera will be displ

A Shooting with the LCD Monitor184*5: Displayed with any of the lenses below:• EF24mm f/2.8 IS USM • EF28mm f/2.8 IS USM• EF300mm f/2.8L IS II USM • E

185If you press the <Q> button while the Live View image is displayed in a Creative Zone mode, you can set any of the following: AF method, driv

Shooting Function Settings186While the Live View image is displayed, if you press the <f>, <R>, <i>, or <q> button, the settin

187[A1] MenuFunction settings particular to Live View shooting are explained here. Details of menu items under the [A1] and [A2] tabs are on pages 187

3 Menu Function Settings188 Aspect ratioMThe image’s aspect ratio can be set to [3:2], [4:3], [16:9], or [1:1]. The area surrounding the Live View im

1893 Menu Function Settings Exposure simulationNExposure simulation simulates and displays how the brightness of the actual image (exposure) will loo

19Quick Start Guide6While holding down the center of the Mode Dial, set it to <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.66). All the necessary camera set

3 Menu Function Settings190[A2] Menu Silent LV shootingN• Mode 1The shooting operation noise is quieter than with normal shooting. Continuous shootin

1913 Menu Function Settings Metering timerNYou can change how long the exposure setting is displayed (AE lock time).The Live View shooting will stop

192The AF methods available are [FlexiZoneAF (Single)], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.193), and [Quick mode] (p.197).If you want to achieve precis

193Using AF to Focus (AF Method)3Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. When focus is achieved,

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)1942Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus the face covered by the <p> fram

195Using AF to Focus (AF Method)AF Operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the shutter button half

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)196Shooting conditions that make focusing difficult Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color, flat sur

197Using AF to Focus (AF Method)The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in One-Shot AF mode (p.92), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shoot

Using AF to Focus (AF Method)1983Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The Live View image will

199You can magnify the image and focus precisely with manual focus.1Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focu

2The EOS 6D (WG/N) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a full-frame (approx. 35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective mega

20NomenclatureLCD panel (p.22) <i> ISO speed setting button (p.106) <q> Metering mode selection button (p.149) <U> LCD panel illumi

Focusing Manually2005Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press the &l

201Live View Shooting CautionsImage Quality When you shoot at high ISO speeds, noise (such as dots of light and banding) may become noticeable. Shoo

202Live View Shooting CautionsLive View Image Under low- or bright-light conditions, the Live View image may not reflect the brightness of the captur

2038Shooting MoviesMovie shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to <k>. The movie recording format will be

204When the shooting mode is set to other than <a>, autoexposure control will take effect to suit the scene’s current brightness.1Set the shooti

205k Shooting Movies Cautions for movie shooting are on pages 233 and 234. If necessary, also read the Live View shooting cautions on pages 201 and

k Shooting Movies206ISO speed in Basic Zone modes The ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100 - 12800.ISO speed in Creative Zone modes Th

207k Shooting MoviesDuring movie shooting in a Basic Zone mode, an icon representing the scene detected by the camera will be displayed and the shooti

k Shooting Movies208You can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for a

209k Shooting MoviesISO speed during manual-exposure shooting With [Auto] (A), the ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 100 - 12800. Under

21Nomenclature<V> Focal plane mark<M> Menu button (p.51)<B> Info button (p.48, 60, 64, 182, 210, 236, 332)Dioptric adjustment knob (

k Shooting Movies210Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.* Applies to a single movie clip.Information Displa

211k Shooting MoviesNotes on Movie Shooting The camera cannot autofocus continuously like a camcorder. Autofocusing during movie shooting is not rec

k Shooting Movies212Notes on Movie ShootingThe final image simulation is a function that allows you to see the effects of the Picture Style, white bal

213k Shooting MoviesWhile shooting a movie, you can also take a still photo by pressing the shutter button completely.Taking Still Photos during Movie

k Shooting Movies214 AEB cannot be used. Even if an external Speedlite is used, it will not fire. Continuous still photo shooting is possible durin

215In Creative Zone modes, you can set the following: AF method, drive mode, image-recording quality, movie-recording size, sound-recording level (wit

216With [Z2: Movie rec. size], you can set the movie’s image size, frame rate per second, and compression method. The frame rate switches automaticall

2173 Setting the Movie-Recording Size About Movie Files Exceeding 4 GBEven if you shoot a movie exceeding 4 GB, you can keep shooting without interru

218You can shoot movies while recording sound with the built-in monaural microphone or the Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1 (sold separately). You

2193 Setting the Sound Recording Using the microphoneThe built-in microphone records monaural sound. Stereo sound recording is also possible by conne

Nomenclature22LCD PanelThe display will show only the settings currently applied.Drive mode (p.98) u Single shooting i Continuous shooting B Silent s

220The time code is a time reference recorded automatically to synchronize the video and audio during movie shooting. It is recorded at all times in t

2213 Setting the Time CodeYou can select what to display on the movie playback screen.[Rec time] : Displays the recording time and playback time durin

3 Setting the Time Code222If the frame rate setting is 6 (29.97 fps) or 8 (59.94 fps), the time code’s frame count causes a discrepancy between the ac

223[Z1] MenuWhen the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch is set to <k>, the [Z1] and [Z2] tabs dedicated to movie shooting will be displaye

3 Menu Function Settings224[Z2] Menu Grid displayWith [3x3 l] or [6x4 m], you can display grid lines to help you level the camera vertically or horiz

225You can easily create a short movie with the video snapshot function.A video snapshot is a short movie clip lasting approx. 2 sec., 4 sec., or 8 se

3 Shooting Video Snapshots2263Select [Album settings]. Select [Album settings], then press <0>. If you want to continue shooting for an existi

2273 Shooting Video Snapshots7Shoot the first video snapshot. Press the <0> button, then shoot. The blue bar indicating the shooting duration

3 Shooting Video Snapshots228Options in Steps 8 and 9[Playback video snapshot] Operations*With [Skip backward/Skip forward], the skipping duration wil

2293 Shooting Video Snapshots1Select [Add to existing album]. Follow step 4 on page 226 to select [Add to existing album], then press <0>.2Sele

23NomenclatureViewfinder InformationThe display will show only the settings currently applied.AF point selection([ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF)Card ful

3 Shooting Video Snapshots230You can play a completed album in the same way as a normal movie (p.253).1Play back the movie. Press the <x> butto

2313 Shooting Video SnapshotsAfter shooting, you can rearrange, delete, or play back the video snapshots in the album.1On the playback panel, select [

3 Shooting Video Snapshots2323Save the edited album. Press the <M> button to return to the Editing panel at the screen’s bottom. Press the <

233Movie Shooting CautionsWhite <s> and Red <E> Internal Temperature Warning Icons If the camera’s internal temperature increases due to

234Movie Shooting CautionsRecording and Image Quality If you use a card with a slow writing speed, a five-level indicator may appear on the right of

2359Image PlaybackThis chapter explains how to play back and erase photos and movies, how to display them on a TV screen, and other playback-related f

2361Play back the image. Press the <x> button. The last captured image or last image viewed will appear.2Select an image. To play back images

237x Image Playback3Exit the image playback. Press the <x> button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state.On the single-i

238* When you shoot in RAW+JPEG image quality, the RAW image file size will be displayed.* During flash photography without flash exposure compensatio

239B: Shooting Information Display* With images taken in a Basic Zone mode, the information displayed will differ depending on the shooting mode.* Pho

Nomenclature24Mode DialTurn the Mode Dial while holding down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button).Basic ZoneAll you do is press the sh

B: Shooting Information Display240 About the Highlight AlertWhen [33: Highlight alert] is set to [Enable], overexposed highlight areas will blink. To

241B: Shooting Information Display[RGB] DisplayThis histogram is a graph showing the distribution of each primary color’s brightness level in the imag

242Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen.1Press the <u> button. Press the <u> button

243x Searching for Images QuicklyWith the single-image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images forward or backward accordi

244You can magnify a captured image by approx. 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor.1Magnify the image.The image can be magnified during image playback (si

245u Magnified ViewUnder the [33] tab, when you select [Magnificatn (apx)], you can set the starting magnification and initial position for the magnif

246You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation.1Select [Rotate image]. Under the [31] tab, select [Rotate image], then press <0&

247You can rate images and movies with one of five rating marks: l/m/n/o/p. This function is called rating.1Select [Rating]. Under the [32] tab, sele

3 Setting Ratings248The total number of images with a given rating that can be displayed is 999. If there are more than 999 images with a given rating

249During playback, you can press the <Q> button to set any of the following: [J: Protect images, b: Rotate image, 9: Rating, R: RAW image proce

25NomenclatureLensEF24-105mm f/4L IS USMFocus mode switch (p.39) Hood mount (p.41) Focusing ring (p.97, 199) Image Stabilizer switch (p.42) Lens m

Q Quick Control for Playback250To rotate an image, set [51: Auto rotate] to [OnzD]. If [51: Auto rotate] is set to [OnD] or [Off], the [b Rotate image

251You can play back movies in the following three ways:Use the provided AV cable or an HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect the camera to

k Enjoying Movies252The movie files recorded on the card can be transferred to a computer and played with ImageBrowser EX (provided software).Playback

2531Play back the image. Press the <x> button to display images.2Select a movie. Turn the <5> dial to select the movie to be played.On

k Playing Movies254Movie Playback Panel* When background music is set, the movie’s sound will not be played.Operation Playback Description7 Play Press

255You can edit out the first and last scenes of a movie in 1-sec. increments.1On the movie playback screen, select [X]. The movie editing panel will

X Editing a Movie’s First and Last Scenes2564Save the edited movie. Select [W], then press <0>. The save screen will appear. To save it as a

257You can play back the images on the card as an automatic slide show.1Select [Slide show]. Under the [32] tab, select [Slide show], then press <

3 Slide Show (Auto Playback)2583Set [Set up] as desired. Press the <V> key to select [Set up], then press <0>. Set the [Display time], [

2593 Slide Show (Auto Playback)4Start the slide show. Press the <V> key to select [Start], then press <0>. After [Loading image...] is d

Nomenclature26Battery Charger LC-E6Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.28).Battery Charger LC-E6ECharger for Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (p.28).Bat

3 Slide Show (Auto Playback)2601Select [Background music]. Set [Background music] to [On], then press <0>.2Select the background music. Press

261You can view the still photos and movies on a TV set.HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required.1Connect the HDMI cable to the camera. With

Viewing the Images on TV2625Press the <x> button. The image will appear on the TV screen. (Nothing will be displayed on the camera’s LCD monito

263Viewing the Images on TV2Connect the camera to a TV set. Use an HDMI cable to connect the camera to the TV. The TV’s input will switch automatica

Viewing the Images on TV2641Connect the provided AV cable to the camera. With the plug’s <Canon> logo facing the back of the camera, insert it

265Protecting an image prevents it from being erased accidentally.1Select [Protect images]. Under the [31] tab, select [Protect images], then press &

K Protecting Images266You can protect all the images in a folder or on a card at one time.When you select [All images in folder] or [All images on car

267You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.265) will not be erased.Once an image is erased,

L Erasing Images2682Select [Select and erase images]. Select [Select and erase images], then press <0>. An image will be displayed. If you pr

269You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to read.1Select [LCD brightness]. Under the [52] tab, select [LCD brightness],

271Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.Attaching the StrapPass the end of the

Changing Image Playback Settings270Vertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and on the c

27110Post-ProcessingImagesYou can process RAW images with the camera or resize (shrink) JPEG images. The M mark shown on the right of the page title

272You can process 1 images with the camera and save them as JPEG images. While the RAW image itself does not change, you can process the RAW image ac

273R Processing RAW Images with the CameraNDisplaying the setting screen Press <0> to display the setting screen. Turn the <5> dial to ch

R Processing RAW Images with the CameraN274 Brightness adjustmentYou can adjust the image brightness up to ±1 stop in 1/3-stop increments. The displ

275R Processing RAW Images with the CameraN Color space (p.140)You can select either sRGB or Adobe RGB. Since the camera’s LCD monitor is not compat

R Processing RAW Images with the CameraN276 Chromatic aberration correctionWhen [Enable] is set, the lens’ chromatic aberrations (color fringing alo

277You can resize an image to make the pixel count lower and save it as a new image. Resizing an image is possible only with JPEG 3/4/a/b images. JPEG

S Resize278Resize Options According to Original Image SizeThe image size displayed in step 3 on the preceding page, such as [***M ****x****], has a 3:

27911Sensor CleaningThe camera has a Self Cleaning Sensor Unit to automatically shake off dust adhered to the image sensor’s front layer (low pass fil

281Remove the protective cover. Detach the protective cover provided with the battery.2Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the

280Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the fron

281Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that may be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust still

3 Appending Dust Delete DataN2823Photograph a solid-white object. At a distance of 20 cm - 30 cm (0.7 ft. - 1.0 ft.), fill the viewfinder with a patt

283Dust that could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a blower, etc. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the

3 Manual Sensor CleaningN284 While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutte

28512Printing Images Printing (p.288)You can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images on the card. The camera is compatible

286The direct printing procedure can be performed entirely with the camera while you look at the camera’s LCD monitor.1Set the camera’s power switch t

287Preparing to Print6Play back the image. Press the <x> button. The image will appear, and the <w> icon will appear on the upper left t

288The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings may not be available. For details, refer to the printer’

289w Printing Select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>. The paper type screen will appear. Select the type of the p

29Charging the Battery Upon purchase, the battery is not fully charged.Recharge the battery before using.Recharge the battery on the day before or o

w Printing2904Set the printing effects.Set it if necessary. If you do not need to set any printing effects, go to step 5. What is displayed on the s

291w Printing5Set the date and file number imprinting. Set them if necessary. Select <I>, then press <0>. Set as desired, then press &l

w Printing292In step 4 on page 290, select the printing effect. When the <e> icon is displayed brightly next to <z>, you can press the <

293w PrintingYou can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed.Set the trimming right before printing. If you s

w Printing294 Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area may not be printed as you specified. The smaller you make the trimming frame, the gra

295You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file number imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cann

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)2964Exit the setting. Press the <M> button. The print order screen will reappear. Next, select [Sel.Image]

297W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Sel.ImageSelect and order images one by one.If you press the <u> button and turn the <6> dial coun

298With a PictBridge printer, you can easily print images with DPOF.1 Prepare to print. See page 286.Follow the “Connecting the Camera to the Printer

299When you select images to use in photobooks (up to 998 images) and use EOS Utility (provided software) to transfer them to a computer, the selected

3The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:• SD memory cards• SDHC memory cards*• SDXC memory cards** UHS-I cards compatible.Wh

30Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 (or LP-E6N) into the camera.1Open the cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrows and open the cover.2Ins

p Specifying Images for a Photobook300You can specify all the images in a folder or on a card at one time.When [x1: Photobook Set-up] is set to [All i

30113Customizing theCameraYou can customize various camera functions to suit your picture-taking preferences with Custom Functions.Also, the current c

3021Select [8].2Select the group. Select one of the C.Fn I-III, then press <0>.3Select the Custom Function number. Press the <U> key to

3033 Custom FunctionsNC.Fn I: ExposureA LV Shootingk Movie Shooting1 Exposure level incrementsp.3042 22 ISO speed setting increments2In a3 Bracketing

3043 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn I: ExposureC.Fn I -1 Exposure level increments0: 1/3-stop1: 1/2-stopSets 1/2-stop increments for the shutter speed,

3053 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn I -4 Bracketing sequenceThe AEB shooting sequence and white balance bracketing sequence can be changed.0: 0a-a+1: -

3 Custom Function SettingsN306C.Fn I -6 Safety shift0: Disable1: Shutter speed/ApertureThis takes effect in the shutter-priority AE (s) and aperture-p

3073 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II: AutofocusC.Fn II -1 Tracking sensitivitySets the subject-tracking sensitivity during AI Servo AF when an obstac

3 Custom Function SettingsN308C.Fn II -2 Acceleration/deceleration trackingThis sets the tracking sensitivity for moving subjects whose speed can sudd

3093 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II -4 AI Servo 2nd image priorityYou can set the AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing during con

31The camera can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. UHS-I Speed Class SDHC and SDXC memory cards can also be used. The captured images are recorded

3 Custom Function SettingsN310C.Fn II -6 Lens drive when AF impossibleIf focus cannot be achieved with autofocus, you can have the camera keep searchi

3113 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II -9 AF MicroadjustmentFine adjustment of the AF’s point of focus is possible for viewfinder shooting or Live View

3 Custom Function SettingsN312C.Fn III -2 Focusing screenIf you change the focusing screen, change this setting to match the focusing screen so that c

3133 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn III -3 Multi function lockWhen the <R> switch is set to the right, it will prevent the <6>, <5> d

314Fine adjustment of the AF’s point of focus is possible for viewfinder shooting or Live View shooting in the Quick mode. This is called “AF Microadj

3158: AF Microadjustment5Make the adjustment. Press the <U> key to make the adjustment. The adjustable range is ±20 steps. Setting it toward “

8: AF Microadjustment316You can make the adjustment for each lens and register the adjustment in the camera. You can register the adjustment for up to

3178: AF MicroadjustmentEnter the serial number. Press the <U> key to select the digit to be entered, then press <0> to display <r>

8: AF Microadjustment3184Make the adjustment. For a zoom lens, press the <V> key and select the wide-angle (W) or telephoto (T) end. Press <

3198: AF MicroadjustmentWhen [ Clear all] appears at the bottom of the screen, pressing the <L> button will clear all the adjustments made for

Installing and Removing the Card321Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Make sure the access lamp is off, then open the cover. If [Re

320You can assign often-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to your preferences.1Select [C.Fn III: Operation/Others]. Under the [8] t

3218: Custom ControlsWith the screen in step 3 displayed, you can press the <L> button to cancel the Custom Control settings. Note that the [8C.

8: Custom Controls322Assignable Functions to Camera ControlsFunctionPageAFMetering and AF start3242 2 2AF stop22ONE SHOT z AI SERVOAF point direct sel

3238: Custom Controls* The AF stop button ( ) is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses.*2222 222 22 22 22 222 22222222 2222 2 2

8: Custom Controls324When you press the button assigned to this function, metering and AF are executed.The AF will stop while you hold down the button

3258: Custom ControlsWhen you press the button assigned to this function, you can lock the exposure (AE lock) during the metering. Convenient when you

8: Custom Controls326Press <0> to display the flash exposure compensation setting screen (p.170) on the LCD monitor.Press <0> to display t

327Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently.1Select [My Menu settings]

328You can register current camera settings, such as the shooting mode, menu functions, and Custom Function settings, as Custom shooting modes under t

329w Register Custom Shooting ModesN Shooting SettingsShooting mode + settings, ISO speed, exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, AF ope

33Installing and Removing the Card When the access lamp is lit or blinking, it indicates that images are being written to or read by the card, being

w Register Custom Shooting ModesN330[C.Fn I: Exposure]Exposure level increments, ISO speed setting increments, Bracketing auto cancel, Bracketing sequ

33114ReferenceThis chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc.Certification LogoUnder the [54] tab, if you se

332When you press the <B> button while the camera is ready to shoot, you can display [Displays camera settings], [Electronic level] (p.60), and

333B Button Functions Pressing the <Q> button enables Quick Control of the shooting settings (p.49). If you press the <f>, <R>, &l

334You can check the battery’s condition on the LCD monitor. Each Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N has a unique serial number, and you can register multiple

3353 Checking the Battery InformationYou can register up to six LP-E6/LP-E6N battery packs to the camera. To register multiple battery packs to the ca

3 Checking the Battery Information336It is convenient to label all registered Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N with their serial numbers, using commercially

3373 Checking the Battery InformationYou can check the remaining capacity of any battery pack (even when not installed) and also when it was last used

338You can power the camera with a household power outlet by using the DC Coupler DR-E6 and AC Adapter AC-E6N (both sold separately).1Connect the DC C

339With a commercially-available Eye-Fi card already set up, you can automatically transfer captured images to a computer or upload them to an online

34If you turn on the power switch and the Date/Time/Zone setting screen appears, see page 36 to set the Date/Time/Zone.<1> : The camera turns on

Using Eye-Fi Cards3404Display the connection information. Select [Connection info.], then press <0>.5Check the [Access point SSID:]. Check tha

341Using Eye-Fi CardsCautions for Using Eye-Fi Cards If [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], image transfer with an Eye-Fi card is not possible. If “ ” i

342o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/Disabled*1: RAW+JPEG and RAW cannot be selected.Function Availability Table According

343Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode*2: With Auto ISO, you can set a fixed ISO speed.*3: Settable only for Live View shooting.Fun

Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode344o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/Disabled*1 : The z icon indicate

345Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode*3 : During movie shooting, it will switch to [FlexiZoneAF (Single)].*4 : With Auto ISO, you

346z: Shooting 1 (Red) Page* Not selectable in <F> or <G> mode.z: Shooting 2 (Red)Menu SettingsFor Viewfinder Shooting and Live View Shoot

347Menu Settingsz: Shooting 3 (Red) Page* During movie shooting, [Expo.comp./AEB] will be [Exposure comp.].z: Shooting 4 (Red)* During movie shooting,

Menu Settings348A1: Live View shooting 1 (Red) PageA2: Live View shooting 2 (Red)3: Playback 1 (Blue)Live View Shooting Enable / Disable 187AF methodF

349Menu Settings3: Playback 2 (Blue) Page3: Playback 3 (Blue)* This setting is linked to [Movie play count] under the [Z2] tab’s [Time code].ResizeDow

35Turning on the PowerWhen the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b)

Menu Settings3505: Set-up 1 (Yellow) Page5: Set-up 2 (Yellow)*1 During movie shooting, [LCD off / on btn] does not appear.*2 For details, refer to the

351Menu Settings5: Set-up 3 (Yellow) Page* For details, refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual.5: Set-up 4 (Yellow)Video system NTSC / PAL2162

Menu Settings3528: Custom Functions (Orange) Page9: My Menu (Green)C.Fn I: ExposureCustomize camera functions as desired304C.Fn II: Autofocus 307C.Fn

353Menu SettingsZ1: Movie1 (Red) PageZ2: Movie2 (Red)*1: In Basic Zone modes, the settings available for [Sound recording] will be [On/Off].*2: The se

354System MapST-E2 270EX II 430EX III-RT/ 430EX IIIST-E3-RTMacro Ring Lite MR-14EX IIMacro Twin Lite MT-24EXEyecup EbAngle Finder CWide StrapEW-EOS6

355System MapGPS ReceiverGP-E2*2Timer RemoteControllerTC-80N3DirectionalStereoMicrophoneDM-E1WirelessControllerLC-5RemoteSwitchRS-80N3RemoteController

356If a problem occurs with the camera, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact

357Troubleshooting Guide If the power is turned off while an image is being recorded to the card, the access lamp will remain on/continue to blink fo

Troubleshooting Guide358 The camera cannot be used with EF-S and EF-M lenses (p.39). Make sure the card is properly inserted (p.31). Slide the card

359Troubleshooting Guide Set the lens focus mode switch to <AF> (p.39). To prevent camera shake, press the shutter button gently (p.43, 44).

36When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone have been reset, the Date/Time/Zone setting screens will appear. Follow the s

Troubleshooting Guide360 If [z4: Highlight tone priority] is set to [Enable], the settable ISO speed range will be ISO 200-25600 (or up to ISO 12800

361Troubleshooting Guide If you use a non-Canon flash unit with Live View shooting, set [A2: Silent LV shoot.] to [Disable] (p.190). If you use a fl

Troubleshooting Guide362 Under the [53] tab, if you set [Wi-Fi] to [Enable], you cannot shoot movies. Before shooting movies, set [Wi-Fi] to [Disable

363Troubleshooting Guide If you shoot a movie when [Maximum: 25600] is set with [ISO speed range] and ISO speed is set to ISO 16000/20000/25600, the

Troubleshooting Guide364 Setting a lower image quality for still photos and shooting fewer continuous still photos may resolve the problem. Shooting

365Troubleshooting Guide In Basic Zone modes, certain tabs and menu options are not displayed. Set a Creative Zone mode (p.51). Set the color space

Troubleshooting Guide366 If the LCD monitor is dirty, use a soft cloth to clean it. In low or high temperatures, the LCD monitor display may seem sl

367Troubleshooting Guide If you operate the camera’s dials or lens during movie shooting, the operation noise will also be recorded. Using the Direct

Troubleshooting Guide368 c JPEG images and 1/41/61 images cannot be resized with the camera (p.277). If you selected [Clean nowf], the shutter will

369Troubleshooting Guide Install the EOS Utility software on the computer (p.390). Under the [53] tab, if [Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], the camera can

373 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone4Set the date and time. Press the <U> key to select the number. Press <0> so <r> is displayed.

370If there is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions.* If the error still persists, write down th

371•TypeType: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE cameraRecording media: SD memory card, SDHC memory card*, SDXC memory card** Compatible with UHS-IIma

Specifications372Noise reduction: Applicable to long exposures and high ISO speed shotsAutomatic image brightness correction: Auto Lighting OptimizerH

373Specifications• Exposure ControlMetering modes: 63-zone TTL full-aperture metering• Evaluative metering (linked to all AF points)• Partial metering

Specifications374•ShutterType: Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutterShutter speeds: 1/4000 sec. to 30 sec., bulb, X-sync at 1/180 sec.• Drive

375SpecificationsMetering modes: Evaluative metering (315 zones), Partial metering (approx. 11% of Live View screen), Spot metering (approx. 3% of Liv

Specifications376ISO speed: With autoexposure: Auto ISO (automatically set within (Recommended ISO 100 - ISO 12800), Maximum and minimum ISO exposure

377SpecificationsSlide show: All images, by date, by folder, by movies, by stills, or by ratingBackground music: Selectable for slide shows and movie

Specifications378•PowerBattery: Battery Pack LP-E6/LP-E6N (Quantity 1)*AC power usable with household power outlet accessories.* With Battery Grip BG-

379

381Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Under the [52] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the <U> key t

380

381Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corpora

382The following precautions are provided to prevent harm or injury to yourself and others. Make sure to thoroughly understand and follow these precau

383Safety Precautions When the camera or accessories are not in use, make sure to remove the battery and disconnect the power plug from the equipment

Safety Precautions384 Cautions:Follow the cautions below. Otherwise, physical injury or property damage may result.Do not use or store the product i

385The EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM utilizes a stepping motor that drives the focus lens. The motor also controls the focus lens during zooming.1. When

386LCD Panel and LCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, there ma

38715Downloading Imagesto Your ComputerThis chapter explains how to download images from the camera to your computer, gives an overview of the softwar

388You can use the provided software to download the images in the camera to your computer. There are two ways to do this.1Install the software (p.392

389Downloading Images to a ComputerIf you have a commercially-available card reader, you can use it to download images to your computer.1Install the s

39The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-S and EF-M lenses.1Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap a

390EOS Solution DiskThis disk contains various software applications for EOS cameras. Communication Software for the Camera and ComputerYou can downl

391About the SoftwareAn Internet connection is necessary to install the software below. Insert the EOS Solution Disk into your Internet-connected comp

392Compatible OS1 Check that the camera is not connected to your computer.2 Insert the EOS Solution Disk (CD).3 Select your geographic area, country a

393Installing the SoftwareCompatible OS1 Check that the camera is not connected to your computer.2 Insert the EOS Solution Disk (CD).On your computer

394IndexNumerics10-sec. or 2-sec. delay ... 10011-point AF auto selection ... 941280x720 ... 2

395IndexCleaning ... 279Clear camera settings ... 56Close-ups ...

396IndexFlash-sync contacts ... 20Focus confirmation light ... 66Focus lock ... 69F

397IndexMenu screen ...51, 346Shooting function settings display ... 48, 333LCD panel ...

398IndexSilent shooting ... 223Sound recording ... 218Still photo shooting ... 213Time code ...

399IndexRelease shutter without card ...32Remote control shooting ... 167Remote switch shooting ... 167Resizing ...

4Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.* Battery Charge

Attaching and Detaching a Lens40To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers.If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zoom

400IndexVVideo snapshot album ... 225Video snapshots ... 225Video system ... 216, 264, 351Viewfinder

CEL-ST6QA214 © CANON INC. 2017The descriptions in this Instruction Manual are current as of February 2017. For information on the compatibility with a

41Attaching and Detaching a LensA lens hood can block unwanted light and protect the front of the lens from rain, snow, dust, etc. Before storing the

42When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot. The procedure explained here is based on th

43Turn the dioptric adjustment knob.Turn the knob left or right so that the AF points in the viewfinder look sharp. If the knob is difficult to turn

Basic Operation44The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.

45Basic OperationTurn the dial while holding down the lock release button at the center of the dial.(1)After pressing a button, turn the <6> dia

Basic Operation46(1)After pressing a button, turn the <5> dial.When you press a button such as <f> <R> <i>, the respective fun

47Basic OperationThe Multi-controller <9> has eight keys which tilt in the directions shown by the arrows. Use the eight keys to select the AF

Basic Operation48Turn on (9)/off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the <U> button. During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button comp

49You can directly select and set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called the Quick Control screen.1Press the <Q> bu

5Camera Basic Instruction Manual, Wi-Fi Function Basic Instruction Manual and GPS Function Instruction ManualThe booklet is composed of Camera Instruc

Q Quick Control for Shooting Functions50 Select the desired function and press <0>. The function’s setting screen will appear.Turn the <6&g

51You can set various settings with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M>

3 Menu Operations521Display the menu screen. Press the <M> button to display the menu screen.2Select a tab. Press the <U> key to select

53If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with the camera.When the card is formatted, all images

Before You Start54 The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-relat

55Before You StartTo save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. If you do not want the camera

Before You Start56The shooting settings display (p.48) can be set to remain on even when you press the shutter button halfway.Under the [52] tab, sele

57Before You StartShooting SettingsAF operation One-Shot AFDrive modeu (Single shooting)AF point selectionAutomatic selectionExposure compensation/AEB

Before You Start58Image-recording Settings Camera SettingsImage quality 73 Auto power off 1 min.Picture Style Auto Beep EnableAuto Lighting OptimizerS

59Before You StartLive View Shooting Settings Movie Shooting SettingsLive View shootingEnableAF method FlexiZone - SingleSilent LV shootingMode 1AF me

6Icons in this Manual<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.<9> <V> <U> : Indicates the Mu

60You can display the electronic level on the LCD monitor, and in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel to help correct camera tilt. Note that you can ch

61Q Displaying the Electronic LevelThe electronic level display in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel uses the exposure level indicator. Note that th

Q Displaying the Electronic Level625Display the electronic level. Press the Depth-of-field preview button. The horizontal tilt up to ±9° in 1° incre

63While you set some function, the feature’s description can be displayed.The Feature guide displays a simple description of the respective shooting m

Feature Guide and Help64When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, pressing the <B> button displays the function’s description

652Basic ShootingThis chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results.With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point an

66<A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus automatically

67A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)4Take the picture. Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. The captured image

A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)68 The shutter speed display is blinking.Since it is too dark, taking the picture may result in a

69Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective.In the <A> mode, wh

7For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.ChaptersIntroduction2Getting Started27Basic

A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto)70You can shoot while viewing the image on the LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting”. For de

71In the <C> mode, you can easily change the depth of field and drive mode. You can also choose the ambience you want to convey in your images.

C Creative Auto Shooting72Pressing the <Q> button enables you to set the following:(1) Ambience-based shotsYou can choose the ambience you want

73C Creative Auto Shooting(3) Drive mode: Press the <U > key to select the desired drive mode. You can also select the drive mode by turning the

74When you set a shooting mode suiting the scene, the camera sets the optimum settings automatically.1Set the Mode Dial to <8>.2Press the <Q&

75The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes skin tones and the hair look softer. The furt

76Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery or to have everything in focus from near to far. For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp and

77When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macr

78To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Use a telephoto lens.Using a te

79To shoot people at night and obtain a natural-looking night scene in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Flash is required. Usi

81Introduction 2Compatible Cards... 3Item Check List...

80Normally, a tripod is necessary to steady your camera when shooting a night scene. However, with the <F> (Handheld Night Scene) mode, you can

81When shooting a scene having both bright and dark areas, use the <G> (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take a picture, three continuous s

82Cautions for <F> (Handheld Night Scene) During Live View shooting, it may be difficult to focus dots of light such as in a night scene. In su

83In Basic Zone modes when the shooting function settings screen is displayed, you can press the <Q> button to display the Quick Control screen.

84Except in the <A> and <G> Basic Zone modes, you can select the ambience for shooting.1Set the shooting mode to <C> or <8>.

85Shoot by Ambience Selection Press the <U> key to select the desired ambience. The LCD monitor will display how the image will look with the

Shoot by Ambience Selection86Ambience SettingsStandard settingStandard image characteristics for the respective shooting mode. Note that <2> has

87In the <2>, <3>, <4>, and <5> Basic Zone modes, you can shoot while the settings match the lighting or scene type. Normally,

Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type884On the Quick Control screen, select the lighting or scene type. Press the <Q> button (7). Press the <V>

89Shoot by Lighting or Scene TypeLighting or Scene Type SettingsDefault settingDefault setting suited for most subjects.DaylightFor subjects under sun

9Contents234Basic Shooting 65A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto) ...66A Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelligent Auto).

913Setting the AF andDrive ModesThe viewfinder has 11 AF points. By selecting the optimum AF point, you can compose the picture as desired while autof

92You can select the AF operation characteristics to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF operation is set aut

93f: Selecting the AF OperationNThis AF operation is suited for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shu

94You can select an AF point for focusing from among eleven AF points. In Basic Zone modes, the AF point will be selected automatically and you cannot

95S Selecting AF PointsN Turn the <6> dial to select an AF point on the left or right or turn the <5> dial to select an AF point above or

96Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (viewfinder’s focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjects di

97When Autofocus Fails1Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. <4 L> will be displayed on the LCD panel.2Focus the subject. Focus by tur

98Single and continuous drive modes are provided.1Press the <R> button. (9)2Select the drive mode. While looking at the LCD panel, turn the <

99i Selecting the Drive Mode If <B> or <M> is set, the time lag from when you press the shutter button completely until the picture is sh