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    EOS 7D Mark II (G) Basic Instruction Manual This basic manual covers only the most basic operations. For other features and more details, see the Camera Instruction Manual PDF file in the CD-ROM. E
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    Introduction The EOS 7D Mark II (G) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, Dual DIGIC 6, approx. 100% viewfinder coverage, high-precision and highspeed 65-point AF (Cross-type AF point: Max. 65 points), approx. 10.0 fps
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    . Depending on the Lens Kit type, a lens instruction manual may also be included. Be careful not to lose any of the above items. Connecting to Peripheral Devices When connecting the camera to a computer or printer, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon. When connecting an interface
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    the following manuals in PDF format: • Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version) • Quick Reference Guide Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM are on pages 164-165. Software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) Contains various software. For more information and installation
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    this camera (p.58). CF (CompactFlash) cards * Type I, UDMA mode 7-compatible. SD/SDHC*/SDXC* memory cards * UHS-I cards supported. Cards that Can Record Movies When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/ writing speed as shown in the table. Movie Recording Size (p.145
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    is possible with either a CF card or an SD card in the camera. 3 White index Red index Attach the lens (p.42). Align the lens's white or red mount index with the camera's index of the same color. 4 Set the lens's focus mode switch to (p.42). 5 Set the power switch to (p.37). 6
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    Quick Start Guide 6 While holding down the center of the Mode Dial, set it to (Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.23). All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically. 7 Focus on the subject (p.47). Look through the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press
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    switch is set to and the switch is set to the left (Multi function lock released) (p.37, 51). It is assumed that all the menu settings, Custom Functions, etc. are set to their defaults. The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as
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    Chapters For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera's basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction 2 1 Getting Started 29 2 Basic Shooting 67 3 Setting the AF and Drive Modes 73 4 Image Settings 91 5 GPS Settings 107 6 Advanced Operations 115 7 Shooting
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    5 Quick Start Guide 6 Conventions Used in this Manual 8 Chapters 9 Handling Precautions 14 Nomenclature 16 1 Getting Started 29 Charging the Battery 30 Installing and Removing the Battery 32 Installing and Removing the Card 33 Turning on the Power 37 Setting the Date, Time, and
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    Auto 71 3 Setting the AF and Drive Modes 73 f: Selecting the AF Operation 74 S Selecting the AF Area and AF Point 78 AF Sensor 82 Lenses and Usable AF Points 83 Selecting AI Servo AF Characteristics 87 MF: Manual Focus 88 o Selecting the Drive Mode 89 j Using the Self-timer
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    Mode 121 O Setting Exposure Compensation 122 h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB 123 A AE Lock 124 D Using the Built-in Flash 125 7 Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting) 127 A Shooting with the LCD Monitor 128 Using AF to Focus (AF Method 131 MF: Focusing Manually 137 12
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    143 Setting the Movie Recording Size 145 9 Image Playback 151 x Image Playback 152 B: Shooting Information Display 154 x Searching for Images Quickly (Index Display 158 u Magnifying Images 159 k Playing Movies 160 L Erasing Images 162 10 Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals
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    blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest Canon Service Center. Do not remove the focusing screen unless you are changing it. When
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    using it. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera Do not store or use the card near anything that has a strong magnetic field, such as a TV set, speakers, or
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    /ISO speed setting button (p.97) LCD panel illumination button (p.52) AF area selection/ Multi-function button (p.80) Main Dial (p.48) Shutter button (p.47) Self-timer lamp (p.90) Remote control sensor Grip (Battery compartment) DC coupler cord hole Depth-of-field preview button Body
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    Power switch (p.37) Menu button (p.55) Terminal cover Nomenclature AF start button (p.47) AE lock button (p.124) AF point selection button (p.80-81) Dial (p.49) Setting button (p.55) When connecting the interface cable to a digital terminal, also use the provided cable
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    Photo/ Comparative playback (Two-image display) button (p.98) Rating button Index/Magnify/ Reduce button (p.158/159) Playback button (p.152) Focal plane mark Ambient light sensor Serial number SD card slot (p.33) CF card slot (p.33) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.32
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    warning (Card) Error code (Err) Cleaning image sensor (CLn) Logging function (LOG) White balance (p.99 AF point selection ([ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF) AF point registration ([ ] HP, SEL [ ], SEL HP) Card warning (Card 1/2) Card full warning (FuLL Optimizer (p.100) HDR shooting Multiple-exposure
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    CF card selection icon ISO speed (p.97) ISO speed (p.97) Highlight tone priority (p.103) SD card selection icon SD card indicator AF operation (p.74) X One-Shot AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF 4 L Manual focus Exposure level indicator (Setting value) Exposure compensation amount
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    Information Electronic level (p.64) Spot metering circle (p.121) Grid (p.62) Area AF frame (p.79) Shooting mode White balance (p.99) Drive mode (p.89) AF operation (p.74) Metering mode (p.121) JPEG/RAW (p.95) Nomenclature Large Zone AF frame (p.79) Focusing screen Single AF point Spot AF
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    in-progress High-speed sync ISO speed (p.97) Focus indicator (p.68, 75) AF status indicator Maximum burst Number of remaining multiple exposures ISO AF point selection ([ ] AF, SEL [ ], SEL AF) AF point registration ([ ] HP, SEL [ ], SEL HP) Card warning (Card 1/2) Card full warning (FuLL
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    (Mode Dial lock release button). F : Bulb a : Manual exposure (p.119) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.118) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.117) d : Program AE (p.116) A : Scene Intelligent Auto (p.68) Custom shooting mode You can register the shooting mode (d/s/f/a/F), AF operation, menu settings, etc., to
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    Nomenclature EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens Focusing ring (p.88, 137) Hood mount (p.44) Focus mode switch (p.42) Zoom position index Filter thread (front of lens) Zoom ring lock lever (p.43) Zoom ring (p.43) Image Stabilizer switch (p.45) Lens mount index (p.42) Contacts (p.15) EF-S15-
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    Battery pack slot Charge lamp Power plug IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for
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    Nomenclature Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera's strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap's buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any
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    Cable Protector When connecting the camera to a computer, printer or Wireless File Transmitter, use the provided interface cable or one from Canon. When connecting the interface cable, also use the provided cable protector. Using the cable protector prevents the cable from accidental disconnection
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    shown in the lower-right illustration for step 4, check that the interface cable is securely attached to the digital terminal. To connect the camera to a TV set, using HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is recommended. Using the cable protector is recommended even when connecting an HDMI cable. 28
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    steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations. Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it quickly in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it. 29
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    Charging the Battery 1 Remove the protective cover. Detach the protective cover provided with the battery. LC-E6 LC-E6E 2 Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely to the charger. To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse. 3 Recharge the
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    using the camera, remove the battery. If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, a small amount of power current is released , the battery has reached the end of its service life. Check the battery's recharge performance and purchase a new battery. After disconnecting the charger
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    fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6N (or LP-E6) into the camera. The camera's viewfinder becomes bright when a battery is installed, and darkens when cover until it snaps shut. Only Battery Pack LP-E6N/LP-E6 can be used. Removing the Battery 32 Open the cover and remove the battery. Press the battery
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    images on both cards (p.92-94). If you use an SD card, be sure the card's write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. Installing the Card card Write-protect switch 2 Insert the card. The camera-front side slot is for a CF card, and the camera-back side slot is for an SD card.
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    are supported. UHS-I SDHC or SDXC memory cards can also be used. The number of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc. Even if shooting 2,000 or more shots is possible, the indicator will display only up to 1999. Setting [z1: Release
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    Installing and Removing the Card Removing the Card Access lamp 1 Open the cover. Set the power switch to . Make sure the access lamp is off, then open eject button. To remove the SD card, push it in gently and release it. Then pull it out. Pull the card straight out, then close the cover. 35
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    on the LCD monitor, remove and reinsert the card. If the error persists, use a different card. If you can transfer all the images on the card to a computer, transfer all the images and then format the card with the camera (p.58). The card may then return to normal. Do not touch the
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    the power switch and the date/time/zone setting screen appears, see page 39 to set the date/time/zone. : The camera turns on. : The camera is turned off and does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera. Automatic Sensor Cleaning Whenever you set the power switch to or
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    set to , the battery level will be indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon (b) indicates that the battery will be exhausted soon. Display Level (%) 100 - 70 The lens operation is powered by the camera's battery. Depending on the lens used, the battery may exhaust faster. For the
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    to the correct time zone for your destination and the camera will automatically adjust the date/time. Note that the date/time appended to recorded images will be based on this date/time setting. Be sure to set the correct date/time. 1 Display the menu screen. Press the button to display the
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    again. After changing the time zone, check that the correct date/time are set. When performing [Sync time between cameras] via Wireless File Transmitter, using another EOS 7D Mark II is recommended. If you perform [Sync time between cameras] using different models, the time zone or time may not be
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    time zone while referring to the difference with UTC. The time can be set using the GPS auto time setting function. 3 Selecting the Interface Language 1 Display the menu screen. Press the button to display the menu screen. 2 Under the [52] tab, select [LanguageK]. Press the button and select
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    arrow until it clicks in place. Red index 3 Set the lens's focus mode switch to . stands for autofocus. stands for manual focus. Autofocus will not operate. 4 Remove the front lens cap. Image Conversion Factor Since the image sensor size is smaller than the 35mm film format, the angle
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    To owners of the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens: You can prevent the lens from extending out while you are carrying it around. Set the zoom ring to may cause loss of vision. When attaching or detaching a lens, set the camera's power switch to . If the front part (focusing ring) of the lens
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    Attaching and Detaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Hood A lens hood can block unwanted light and prevent rain, snow, dust, etc. adhering to the front of the lens. Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can attach the hood in reverse. If the Lens and the Lens Hood Have a Mount Index 1 Align the red
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    When using a tripod, you can still shoot with the IS switch set to with no problem. However, to save battery power, setting the IS switch to is recommended. The Image Stabilizer is effective even when the camera is mounted on a monopod. With the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM or EF-S15-85mm
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    AF points in the viewfinder look sharp. If the knob is difficult to turn, remove the eyecup. If the camera's dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder image, using your body. 5. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot slightly ahead of the other. 6. Press the camera against
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    setting (shutter speed and aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel for 4 sec. (metering timer/0). Pressing Completely This releases the shutter and takes the picture. Preventing Camera Shake Hand-held camera camera will take a moment before it takes the picture. Even during menu
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    Basic Operation Mode Dial 6 Main Dial Turn the dial while holding down the lock release button at the center of the dial. Use it to set the shooting button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use this dial to select or set the metering mode, AF operation, ISO speed, AF point, etc. (2)
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    . When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use this dial to select or set the white balance, drive mode, flash exposure compensation, AF point, etc. (2) Turn the dial only. While looking at the viewfinder or LCD panel, turn
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    a button at the center. Use it to select the AF point, correct the white balance, move the AF point or magnifying frame during Live View shooting, scroll around magnified images during playback, operate the Quick Control screen, etc. You can also use it to select and set menu items. For menus and
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    Control Dial, Multicontroller, and AF area selection lever from moving and changing a setting inadvertently. switch set to the left: Lock released switch set to the right: Lock engaged If the switch is set to the right and you try to use one of the locked camera controls, will be
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    Basic Operation U LCD Panel Illumination Turn on (9) or off the LCD panel illumination by pressing the button. During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button completely will turn off the LCD panel illumination. Displaying Shooting Function Settings After you press the button a number of
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    functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control. 1 Press the button (7). X The Quick Control screen will appear. mode 2 Set the desired functions. Use to select a function. X The setting of the selected function is displayed. Turn the or dial to change the
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    setting (p.122/123) Picture Style (p.98) AF ISO speed (p.97) Flash exposure compensation Custom Controls/ Flash firing (A mode) Image-recording quality (p.95) Recording function/Card selection (p.92) Auto Lighting Optimizer (p.100) Drive mode (p.89) * Functions marked with an asterisk cannot be set
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    quality, date/time, etc. button LCD monitor button A Mode Menu Screen Main Dial Quick Control Dial button * Certain menu tabs and menu items are not displayed in the mode. d/s/f/a/F Mode Menu Screen 3: Playback 2: AF z: Shooting Secondary tabs 5: Set-up 8: Custom
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    Turn the dial to select the item, then press . 4 Select the setting. Turn the dial to select the desired setting. The current setting is indicated in blue. 5 Adjust the setting. Press to set it. 6 Exit the setting. Press the button to exit the menu and return to shooting-ready. 56
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    display the menu screen. You can also use to operate and set menu functions. (Except for [31: Erase images] and [51: Format card].) To cancel the operation, press the button. Dimmed Menu Items Example: When Multi Shot Noise Reduction is set Dimmed menu items cannot be set. The menu item is
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    Before You Start 3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera. When the card is formatted, all images and data on the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there
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    by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-related error is displayed. Low-level Formatting Perform low-level formatting and you can use the SD card as usual. When the card is formatted or data is erased, only the file management information is changed. The
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    off Time/Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. The default setting is 1 min., but this setting can be changed. If you do not want the camera to turn off automatically, set this to [Disable]. After the power turns off, you
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    [Image review], then press . 2 Set the desired time. Select the desired setting, then press . If [Hold] is set, the image will be displayed until the auto power off time elapses. 3 Reverting the Camera to the Default SettingsN The camera's shooting function settings and menu settings can be
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    display a grid in the viewfinder to help you check the camera tilt or compose the shot. 1 Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, select [Viewfinder display], then press . 2 Select [VF grid display]. 3 Select [Enable]. X When you exit the menu, the grid will appear in the viewfinder. 62
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    screen display will change. Display the electronic level. If the electronic level does not appear, set [53: z button display options] so that the electronic level can be displayed. 2 Check the camera's tilt. The horizontal and vertical tilt are displayed in 1° increments. When the red line turns
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    can be displayed on the upper part of the viewfinder. Since this can be displayed while you shoot, you can correct the camera tilt while shooting. 1 Select [Viewfinder display]. Under the [52] tab, select [Viewfinder display], then press . 2 Select [Viewfinder level]. 3 Select [Show]. 4 Press the
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    the Viewfinder Information DisplayN The shooting function settings (Shooting mode, White balance, Drive mode, AF operation, Metering mode, Select [Show/hide in viewfinder]. 3 Checkmark [X] the information to be displayed. Select the information to display and press to append a checkmark .
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    Help When [z Help] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, the feature's description (Help) can be displayed. The Help screen the button and turn the dial. Example: [21: Case2] B Î Example: [24: Orientation linked AF point] B Î Scroll bar Example: [83: Multi function lock] B Î 66
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    2 Basic Shooting This chapter explains how to use the Mode Dial's (Scene Intelligent Auto) mode for easy picture taking. In the mode, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically. Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, advanced shooting
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    subject is still or moving (p.71). Area AF frame 1 Set the Mode Dial to . Turn the Mode Dial while holding down the lock release button at the center. 2 Aim the Area AF frame over the subject. All the AF points will be used to focus, and the camera will focus on the closest object. Aiming the
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    did not obtain the desired color tones, change the mode to , , , or , set a Picture Style other than , then shoot again (p.98). FAQ The focus indicator blinks and focus is not achieved. Aim the Area AF frame over an area with good contrast, then press the shutter button halfway
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    manual focus), set it to (autofocus). The flash fired even though it was daylight. For a backlit subject, the flash may fire to help lighten the subject's dark areas. If you do not want the flash to fire, use the Quick Control to set When flash was used, the bottom part camera. Move further
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    Full the mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) while or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus on the subject continuously. continue beeping softly.) As long as you keep the Area AF frame positioned over the subject while pressing the shutter button halfway, the
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    . X When focus is achieved, the AF point will turn green and the beeper will sound. 4 Take the picture. Press the shutter button completely. X The picture is taken and the captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor. X When the playback display ends, the camera will return to Live View shooting
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    shooting conditions and subject. A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used only in these modes: . In the mode, the AF operation and AF area selection mode are set automatically. stands for autofocus. stands for manual focus. 73
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    to suit the shooting conditions or subject. In the mode, "AI Focus AF" is set automatically. 1 Set the lens's focus mode switch to . 2 Set the mode. 3 Press the button. (9) 4 Select the AF operation. While looking at the LCD panel or through the viewfinder, turn the
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    halfway, the camera will focus only once. When focus is achieved, the AF point that achieved focus will be displayed, and the focus indicator in the viewfinder will also light up. AF point With evaluative metering (p.121), the Focus indicator exposure setting will be set at the same
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    button halfway, the camera will keep focusing on the subject continuously. The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken. When the AF area selection mode (p.78) is set to 65-point automatic selection AF, focus tracking will continue as long as the Area AF frame covers the subject. AI
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    shutter button halfway and the camera is focusing with AF, the icon will appear on the lower right of the viewfinder. In the One-Shot AF mode, the icon also appears if you press the shutter button halfway after focus is achieved. AF Points Lighting Up in Red The AF points light up in red
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    to the camera, the number of usable AF points and AF point patterns will differ. For details, see "Lenses and Usable AF Points" on page 83. AF Area Selection Mode You can select one of seven AF area selection modes. For the setting procedure, see page 80. Single-point Spot AF (Manual selection) For
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    focus. Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) One of nine zones is used to focus. Large Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) One of three zones (left, center, or right) is used to focus. 65-point automatic selection AF The Area AF frame (entire AF area) is used to focus. This mode is set automatically in
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    AF Area and AF PointN Selecting the AF Area Selection Mode 1 Press the button. (9) 2 Operate the or button. Look through the viewfinder and operate the or button. Each time you tilt to the right, the AF area selection mode changes. Each time you press the button, the AF
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    S Selecting the AF Area and AF PointN Selecting the AF Point Manually You can manually select the AF point or zone. 1 Press the button. X The AF points will be displayed in the viewfinder. In AF point expansion modes, adjacent AF points will also be displayed. In the Zone AF mode, the selected
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    AF Sensor The camera's AF sensor has 65 AF points. The illustration below shows the AF sensor pattern corresponding to each AF point. With f/2.8 or larger maximum aperture lenses, high-precision AF is possible with the center AF point. Depending on the lens attached to the camera, the number of
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    "Camera Instruction Manual" (PDF) in the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM. When you press the button, the AF points indicated by the mark will blink (The / AF points will stay lit). Regarding new lenses marketed after the sales start of EOS 7D Mark II in the second half of 2014, check the Canon
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    is achieved. Group C Autofocusing with 65 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are selectable. : Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and highprecision focusing is achieved. : AF points sensitive to horizontal lines. Group D Autofocusing with 65 points is possible
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    is possible. (Not possible with all 65 AF points.) All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During automatic AF point selection, the outer frame marking the AF area (Area AF frame) will be different from 65-point automatic selection AF. : Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking is superior and
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    points above, below, on the left, and on the right. Only the following AF area selection modes are selectable: Single-point AF (manual selection), Single-point Spot AF (manual selection), and AF point expansion (manual selection ). If an Extender is attached to the lens and the maximum aperture is
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    set. The selected case is indicated in blue. Case 1 to 6 Case 1 to 6 are six setting combinations of "Tracking sensitivity", "Acceleration/deceleration tracking", and "AF AF points Starting line of a bicycle race, alpine downhill skiers, etc. For subjects that accelerate or Soccer, motor sports
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    MF: Manual Focus Focusing ring 1 Set the lens's focus mode switch to . X will be displayed on the LCD panel. 2 Focus on the subject. Focus by turning the lens's focusing ring until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder. 88
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    . u : Single shooting When you press the shutter button completely, only one shot will be taken. o: High-speed continuous shooting While you hold down the shutter button completely, the camera will shoot continuously at a maximum of approx. 10.0 shots/ sec. i : Low-speed continuous shooting While
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    Self-timer Use the self-timer when you want to be in the picture. 1 Press the button. (9) 2 Select the self-timer. While looking at the LCD panel or
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    settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, noise reduction, highlight tone priority, lens aberration correction, antiflicker shooting, and other functions. A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used
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    either a CF card or SD card is already inserted in the camera, you can start recording captured images. When only one card is a CF card and SD card, you can select the recording method and select which card to use for recording and playing back images. [f] indicates the CF card, and [g] the SD card
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    setting, but if the card becomes full, the camera will automatically switch to the other card to record images. When the card is automatically switched, a new folder will be created. Rec. separately You can set imagerecording quality you set. You can freely set the image-recording
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    to [Standard] or [Auto switch card], select the card for recording and playing images. If [Record func.] is set to [Rec. separately] or [Rec. to multiple], select the card for playing images. Standard / Auto switch card Select [Record/play]. Select [Record/play], then press . f :
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    You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG image-recording quality settings: 73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c. There are three RAW image quality settings: 1, 41, 61. 1 Select [Image quality]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Image quality], then press . 2 Standard / Auto
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    19) 260 18 (19) 340 18 (19) *1: b is suitable for playing the images on a digital photo frame. *2: c is suitable for emailing the image or using it on a Web site. b and c will be in 7 (Fine) quality. The file size, possible shots, and maximum burst during continuous shooting are based on Canon
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    set automatically. ISO Speed Guide ISO speed ISO 100 - ISO 400 ISO 400 - ISO 1600 ISO 1600 - ISO 16000, H1, H2 Shooting Situation (No flash) Flash Range Sunny outdoors Overcast skies or evening time The higher the ISO speed, the farther the flash range will be. Dark indoors or night * High
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    By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image characteristics matching your photographic expression or the subject. The Picture Style is set automatically to [D] (Auto) in the mode. 1 Press the button. 2 Select [A]. X The Picture Style selection screen will appear. 3 Select a Picture
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    be obtained with [Q], you can select the white balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white object. is automatically set in the [Q] mode. 1 Press the button. (9) 2 Select a white balance setting. While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the dial. 99
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    comes out dark or the contrast is low, the brightness and contrast can be corrected automatically. This function is called Auto Lighting Optimizer. The default setting is [Standard]. With JPEG images, the correction is applied when the image is captured. [Standard] is automatically
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    NR]. Under the [z3] tab, select [High ISO speed NR], then press . 2 Set the level. Select the desired noise reduction level, then press . M: Multi Shot Noise Reduction This applies noise reduction with higher image quality than [High]. For a single photo, four shots are taken continuously and
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    reduction]. Under the [z3] tab, select [Long exp. noise reduction], then press . 2 Set the desired setting. Select the desired setting, then press . Auto For exposures of 1 sec. or longer, noise reduction is performed automatically if noise typical of long exposures is detected. This [Auto
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    z3] tab, select [Highlight tone priority], then press . 2 Select [Enable]. Highlight details are improved. The dynamic range is expanded from the standard 18% gray to bright highlights. The gradation between the grays and highlights becomes smoother. 3 Take the picture. The image will be recorded
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    Illumination Correction 1 Select [Lens aberration correction]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Lens aberration correction], then press . 2 Select the setting. Check that [Correction data available] is displayed for the attached lens. Select [Peripheral illumin.], then press . Select [Enable], then
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    the setting. camera. With EOS Utility (EOS software), you can check which lenses have their correction data registered in the camera. You can also register the correction data for unregistered lenses. For details, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual (p.168) on the Software Instruction Manual
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    causes flicker and the image may be vertically unevenly exposed. If continuous shooting is used under these conditions, uneven exposures or colors across the images may result. With anti-flicker shooting, the camera detects the frequency of the light source's blinking and takes the picture when the
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    explains the camera's built-in GPS settings. The EOS 7D Mark II (G) can receive satellite navigation signals from GPS satellites (USA), GLONASS satellites (Russia), and the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) "Michibiki" (Japan). The GPS function is set to [Disable] by default. This manual uses the
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    use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when using GPS outside your home country. Be careful about using restricted. Others may be able to locate or identify you by using location data in your geotagged pictures or movies. Be careful when
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    toward the sky while keeping your hands, etc., away from the camera top. When the signal acquisition conditions are good, it will take the camera approx. 30 sec. to 60 sec. to catch the GPS satellite signals after you set [GPS] to [Enable]. Check that [r] is displayed on the LCD panel, then shoot
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    Acquiring GPS Signals Viewing GPS Information 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press . 2 Select [GPS information display]. X Detailed GPS information is displayed. 3 Take the picture. Shots taken after GPS signal acquisition are geotagged. 110
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    Play back the images and press the button to display the shooting information screen (p.155). Then tilt up or down to check the geotag information. Latitude Longitude Elevation UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) Direction (Based on magnetic north, p.113) West 270° North 0° East 90
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    The interval (time) to update the geotag information can be set. Although updating the geotag information at shorter intervals will make it more accurate, it will reduce the number of possible shots. 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press . 2 Select
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    Using the Digital Compass Camera orientation information (the direction the camera is facing) can be appended to the image. 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press . 2 Set [Digital compass] to [Enable]. Select [Digital compass], then press . Select [
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    on a computer using the Map Utility (EOS software, p.169). Note that the GPS logging function will Map data ©2014 ZENRIN - continue to log information even when the camera's power is off, including auto power off. 1 Select [Set up]. Check that [GPS] is set to [Enable]. Select [Set up], then press
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    shooting modes, you can select the shutter speed, aperture, and other camera settings to change the exposure and obtain the desired result. A M icon at the upper right of a page title indicates a function that can be used only in these modes: . After you press the shutter button
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    Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject's brightness. This is called Program AE. * stands for Program. * AE stands for Auto Exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus on the subject. Look through the viewfinder and aim the AF point over the
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    AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard speed: 1/30 sec.) Frozen action (Fast shutter speed: 1/2000 sec.) 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the desired shutter speed. While looking at the LCD panel or through the viewfinder
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    Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the number: f/5.6) Sharp foreground and background (With a high aperture f/number: f/32) 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the desired aperture. While looking at the LCD
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    , refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a commercially-available exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * stands for Manual. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the ISO speed (p.97). Shutter speed Aperture Bright (+) Dark (-) Standard exposure index
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    a: Manual Exposure Exposure Compensation with Auto ISO If the ISO speed is set to A (AUTO), you can set exposure compensation (p.122) as follows. • [z2: Expo. comp./AEB] • Under [83: Custom Controls], use [s: Expo comp (hold btn, turn )] or [p: Expo comp (hold down lever, turn )]. • Quick Control
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    Selecting the Metering ModeN You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. In the mode, evaluative metering is set automatically. 1 Press the button. (9) 2 Select the metering mode. While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the dial. q:Evaluative metering
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    up to ±3 stops. If you want to set the exposure compensation setting beyond ±3 stops, use the Quick Control (p.53) or follow the instructions for [z2: Expo.comp./AEB] on the next page. If the mode with the Auto ISO set, see page 120 to set the exposure compensation. 1 Check the exposure. Press
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    By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop AEB range 2 Set the AEB range. Turn the dial to set the AEB range. If you turn , you can set the exposure compensation. Press to set it. X When you exit the menu, and
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    A AE LockN Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the same exposure setting. Press the button to lock the exposure, then recompose and take the shot. This is called AE lock. It is effective
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    shows the shutter speed and aperture settings that will be used with flash. Shooting Mode Shutter Speed A Automatically set d Automatically set (1/250 sec. - 1/60 sec.) s Manually set (1/250 sec. - 30 sec.) f Automatically set (1/250 sec. - 30 sec.) a Manually set (1/250 sec. - 30 sec
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    ) ISO Speed EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF-S15-85mm f/3-5.6 IS USM Wide Angle: f/3.5 Telephoto: f/5.6 ISO 100 1-3.1 / 3.3-10.3 1-2.0 / 3.3-6.4 ISO 200 1-4.4 / 3.3-14.6 1-2.8 / 3.3-9.1 ISO 400 1-6.3 / 3.3-20.6 1-3.9 / 3.3-12.9 ISO 800 1.1-8.9 / 3.6-29.2 1-5.6 / 3.3-18.2 ISO 1600
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    the picture on the camera's LCD monitor. This is called "Live View shooting". Live View shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch to . If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images. Using a tripod is
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    A Shooting with the LCD Monitor 1 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to . 2 Display the capture. 3 Focus on the subject. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus with the current AF method (p.131). 4 Take the picture. Press the shutter button completely. X The
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    of time. Even if the camera does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. Using a tripod is recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camera in very hot places. Do
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    time you press the button, the information display will change. Possible shots HDR shooting/ Multiple exposures/ Multi Shot Noise Reduction Shooting mode Maximum burst/ Number of remaining multiple exposures Battery check Temperature warning AF point (FlexiZone - Single) Histogram display Card
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    shooting and movie shooting, the AF control method used (phase-difference detection with the image sensor or contrast detection) will switch automatically depending on the lens and function used, such as magnified view. This can greatly affect the AF speed and the camera may take a longer time to
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    LCD monitor. 2 Select an AF point. When a face is detected, the frame will appear over the face to be focused on. If multiple faces are detected, will be displayed. Use to move the frame over the face you want to focus on. If no faces are detected, the camera will switch to FlexiZone
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    take the picture (p.128). Focusing on a subject other than a human face Press or , and the AF frame < > will appear in the center. Then use to move the AF frame over the desired subject. Once the AF frame achieves focus, it will track the subject even if the subject moves or if you change
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    . X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. Area frame Zone frame 2 Select the AF point.N Pressing or will toggle between automatic selection and zone selection. In the mode, automatic selection is set automatically. Use to select the zone. To return to the center zone
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    Using AF to Focus (AF Method) 4 Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.128). 135
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    . X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. X The AF point < > will appear. During movie shooting, if [Movie Servo AF] is set to [Enable], the AF point will be displayed in a larger size. 2 Move the AF point. Use to move the AF point to where you want to focus. (It cannot be moved to
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    with MF (manual focus). 1 Set the lens's focus mode switch to . Turn the lens's focusing ring to focus roughly. 2 Display the magnifying frame. Press the button. X The magnifying frame will appear. Magnifying frame 3 Move the magnifying frame. Use to move the magnifying frame to the
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    MF: Focusing Manually 5 Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens's focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press the button to return to the normal view. 6
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    shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch to . For cards that can record movies, see page 5. If you handhold the camera and shoot movies, camera shake can cause blurred movies. Using a tripod is recommended. Full HD 1080 Full HD 1080 indicates compatibility
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    1 Set the Mode Dial to , , or . Recording movies 2 Set the manual focus (p.131-138). When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus with the current AF method. 4 Shoot the movie. Press the button to start shooting a movie. X While the movie is being shot, the "o" mark
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    AE When the shooting mode is , you can manually set the shutter speed for movie shooting. The ISO speed and aperture will be set automatically to suit the brightness and obtain a standard exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . Shutter speed 2 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to
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    Aperture-priority AE When the shooting mode is , you can manually set the aperture for movie shooting. The ISO speed and shutter speed will be set automatically to suit the brightness and obtain a standard exposure. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to
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    Shooting You can manually set the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for advanced users. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . Shutter speed Aperture 2 Set the Live View shooting/Movie shooting switch to . 3 Set the ISO speed. Press the
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    information display will change. Maximum burst Possible shots Movie shooting mode : Autoexposure (A) : Autoexposure (d/F) : Shutter-priority : Aperture-priority : Manual exposure AF method Drive mode Movie recording size Frame Aperturepriority AE K: Manual exposure MOV/MP4 ISO speed Highlight tone
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    ] (the [z2] tab in ), you can set the movie recording format, movie recording size (size, frame rate, compression method), and other functions. The frame rate displayed on the [Movie rec. size] screen switches automatically depending on the [53: Video system] setting. MOV/MP4 You can select the
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    3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Movie Recording Size You can select the movie's size, frame rate, and compression method. Image Size L 1920x1080 Full High-Definition (Full HD) recording quality. The aspect ratio is 16:9. w 1280x720 High-Definition (HD) recording quality. The aspect ratio is 16:9.
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    3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Compression Method W ALL-I (For editing/I-only) Compresses one frame at a time for recording. Although the file size is larger than with IPB (Standard) and IPB (Light), the movie is more suited for editing. X IPB (Standard) Compresses multiple frames at a time
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    3 Setting the Movie Recording Size 24.00p Records the movie at a frame rate of 24.00 fps. Applies to Full HD quality. If [Enable] is set, the movie is recorded in LBW or LBX. If you have set [Movie rec. size] and then set [24.00p] to [Enable], set the [Movie rec. size] again. 148
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    3 Setting the Movie Recording Size Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute In MOV Format Movie Recording Quality 87 65 L B4 65 B4 X W X 87 W w 87 X x 65 X Total Recording Time on Card 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 8 min. 17 min. 34 min. 5 min. 11 min. 23 min. (Approx.) File Size 440
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    time. Even if the camera does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. Using a tripod is recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camera in very hot places. 150
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    9 Image Playback This chapter explains basic procedures to play back images and movies. Images shot and saved with another device The camera may not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera, edited with a computer, or that have had their file names changed. 151
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    , turn the dial counterclockwise. To play back images starting with the first captured image, turn the dial clockwise. Each time you press the button, the information display will change. No information Basic information display Shooting information display 152
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    change the shooting information displayed at the screen's bottom as follows. For details, see pages 155-156. Detailed information GPS information Lens / Histogram information Lens aberration correction information White balance information Color space / Noise reduction information Picture Style
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    B: Shooting Information Display Sample Information for Still Photos Basic information display Eye-Fi transfer completed Rating Eye-Fi card transmission status Protect images Battery check Card Playback number/ Total images recorded Folder number File number
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    Optimizer Color temperature when is set White balance correction AF Microadjustment Shooting date and time ISO speed Scroll bar Highlight tone priority Metering mode File size Flash exposure compensation amount / HDR Mode / Multi Shot Noise Reduction Image-recording quality Picture Style
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    Lens name Focal length • White balance information Histogram display (Brightness) Histogram display (RGB) • Picture Style information • Color space / Noise reduction information • Lens aberration correction information • GPS information Latitude Longitude Elevation 156 UTC (Coordinated
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    Information Display Sample Movie Information Display Playback Aperture Shutter speed Shooting mode ISO speed Movie recording format Movie recording size Frame rate Movie file size Shooting time, Playback time/ Time code Compression method • < > and < > modes: Shutter speed, aperture and ISO
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    on one screen. 1 Press the button. During image playback or when the camera is ready to shoot, press the button. X [6u] will be displayed B B B B 3 Select an image. Turn the dial to move the orange frame and select the image. Press the button to turn off the [6u] icon, then
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    : 1. During image playback (single-image display), 2. During the image review after image capture, and 3. From the shooting-ready state. Press the further will display the index display (p.158). 2 Scroll around the image. Use to scroll around the magnified image. To exit the magnified view,
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    k Playing Movies 1 Play back the image. Press the button to display an image. 2 Select a movie. Turn the dial to select the movie to be played. With the single-image display, the icon displayed on the upper left indicates a movie. In the index display, perforations at the left edge of
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    . Playback position mm' ss" Playback time (minutes:seconds with [Movie play count: Rec time] set) hh:mm:ss.ff (DF) Time code (hours:minutes:seconds:frames with [Movie hh:mm:ss:ff (NDF) play count: Time code] set) 9 Volume Turn the dial to adjust the volume of the built-in speaker (p.160
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    +JPEG image will erase both the RAW and JPEG images. Erasing a Single Image 1 Play back the image to be erased. 2 Press the button. X The Erase menu will appear. 3 Erase the image. Select [Erase], then press . The image displayed will be erased. 162
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    / Downloading Images to Your Computer This chapter explains how to install the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM to your computer, download images from the camera to your computer, gives an overview of the software in the EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM), and explains how to install the software
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    Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM The Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM contains the following electronic manuals (PDF): Camera Instruction Manual Explains all the camera functions and procedures, including basic content. Quick Reference Guide Simple and portable guide covering basic function settings
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    can save the PDF file to your computer. The Camera instruction manuals (PDF files) have page links to make it quick to open the page referred to. Click on a page number in the Contents or Index to jump to that page. To learn how to use Adobe Reader, refer to Adobe Reader's Help section
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    facing the back of the camera. Connect the cord's plug to the computer's USB terminal. 3 Use EOS Utility to transfer the images. For details, refer to the Software Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM (p.171). Use the provided interface cable or one from Canon. When connecting the interface cable
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    the card reader. 3 Use Canon software to download the images. X Use Digital Photo Professional. X Use ImageBrowser EX. For details, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (p.171). When downloading images from the camera to your computer with a card reader without using EOS software, copy the DCIM
  • Canon EOS 7D Mark II | Instruction Manual - Page 168
    , EOS Utility enables you to transfer still photos and movies shot with the camera to the computer. You can also use this software to set various camera settings and shoot remotely from the computer connected to the camera. Digital Photo Professional This software is recommended for users who
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    Shooting locations can be displayed on a map on a computer screen by using the geotag information recorded using the GPS function. The ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser programs that came with previous cameras does not support the EOS 7D Mark II's still photos, MOV, and MP4 files. Use ImageBrowser EX. 169
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    optimized for this camera. You can also use the auto update feature to add the latest functions. If previous versions of software other than ImageBrowser EX and Map Utility are installed in your computer, follow the procedure below to update (overwrite) the software. 1 Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution
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    the names below are copied. EOS Utility Digital Photo Professional Picture Style Editor Map Utility Windows Macintosh EUx.xW_E_xx EUx.xM_E_xx DPPx.xW_E_xx DPPx.xM_E_xx PSEx.xW_E_xx PSEx.xM_E_xx MUx.x_E_xx Instruction manual for ImageBrowser EX (ImageBrowser EX User Guide) is included in the
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    is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. HDMI, HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Google Google Maps™, and Google Earth™ are trademarks of Google Inc. Map Utility uses Google Maps™ to display images and routes traveled on a map. All
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    This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery
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    does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. Using a tripod is recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camera in very hot places. • Do not fire the flash at
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    equipment. High-voltage internal parts can cause electrical shock. • Do not look at the sun or an extremely bright light source through the camera or lens • Before using the camera inside an airplane or hospital, check if it is allowed. Electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with
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    support the camera and lens. • Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera camera in water or if water or metal fragments enter inside the camera , promptly remove the battery pack and back-up battery. This is to prevent fire and electrical shock. • Do not use • Do not use paint thinner, benzene
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    on, the user is encouraged with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, U.S.A. Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B) When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit
  • Canon EOS 7D Mark II | Instruction Manual - Page 178
    Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION. 178
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    MEMO 179
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    The lenses and accessories mentioned in this Instruction Manual are current as of August 2014. For information on the camera's compatibility with any lenses and accessories introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CPH-E105-000 © CANON INC. 2014
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This basic manual covers only the most basic operations.
For other features and more details, see the
Camera Instruction Manual
PDF file in the CD-ROM.
Basic Instruction Manual
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EOS 7D Mark II (G)