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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS 7D is a high-performance, digital SLR camera featuring a fine-detail CMOS accessories. Take a Few Test Shots to Familiarize Yourself with the Camera With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 3
your dealer. Camera (with eyecup and body cap) Battery Pack LP-E6 (with protective cover) Battery Charger LC-E6/LC-E6E* Wide Strap EW-EOS7D Interface Cable IFC-200U Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (Software) Software Instruction Manual (1) Instruction Manual (this - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 4
27). operations explained in this manual assume that the Quick Control Dial switch is already set to . It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are set to the default. For explanatory purposes, the instructions show the camera attached with an EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 5
Chapters For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera's basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction 2 Camera basics. 1 Getting Started 23 2 Basic Shooting Fully automatic shooting. 49 3 Image Settings 57 4 Setting the AF and Drive Modes 83 5 Advanced Operations - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 6
Manual 4 Chapters ...5 Index to Features 10 Handling Precautions 12 Quick Start Guide 14 Nomenclature 16 1 Getting Started 23 Charging the Battery 24 Installing and Removing the Battery Power Off 44 Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings 45 Setting the Image Review Time 56 3 Image - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 7
Drive Modes 83 f: Selecting the AF Mode 84 S Selecting the AF Area 87 AF Area Selection Modes 89 When Autofocus Fails 92 MF: Manual Focusing 92 i Selecting the Drive Mode 93 j Using the Self-timer 94 5 Advanced Operations 95 d: Program AE 96 s: Shutter-Priority AE 98 f: Aperture - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 8
View Shooting 131 A Live View Shooting 132 Shooting Function Settings 135 z Menu Function Settings 136 Using AF to Focus 138 Focusing Manually 145 7 Shooting Movies 149 k Shooting Movies 150 Shooting Function Settings 155 x Menu Function Settings 156 8 Image Playback 161 x Image - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 9
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF 199 W Direct Printing with DPOF 202 11 Customizing the Camera 203 Battery Information 230 Using a Household Power Outlet 234 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 235 Function Availability Table 236 Menu Settings 238 Troubleshooting Guide 243 Error - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 10
Battery • Charging Î p.24 • Battery check Î p.28 • Battery information check Î p.230 Power outlet Î p.234 Auto power off Î p.44 Lens Attaching/Detaching Zoom p.87 AF area selection mode Î p.89 • Limited Î p.212 Manual focusing Î p.92 Metering Metering mode Î p.103 Drive Drive modes - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 11
p.119 Live View shooting Live View shooting AF Manual focusing Exposure simulation Grid display Silent shooting Î 156 Î p.154 Image playback Image review time Single image display • Shooting Controls Î p.215 My Menu Î p.222 Camera user setting registration Î p.223 Sensor cleaning/ - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 12
, 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 touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 13
what was displayed. However, this is only temporary and will disappear when the camera is left unused for a few days. In low or high temperatures, the in hot, dusty, or humid locations. Lens After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 14
Quick Start Guide 1 Insert the battery. (p.26) To charge the battery, see page 24. 2 For EF-S lens For EF lens Attach the lens. (p.31) When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with the white index on the camera. For other lenses, align it with the red index. 3 Set the lens focus mode switch to - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 15
over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will focus the subject. If necessary, the built-in flash will pop- up automatically. 8 Take the picture. (p.35) Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. 9 Review the picture. (p.56) The captured image will be - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 16
EF-S lens mount index (p.31) Flash-sync contacts Hot shoe (p.129) Mode Dial (p.20) Strap mount (p.23) Microphone (p.157) Remote control sensor (p.110) Grip (Battery IN terminal (p.151) PC terminal (p.130) Audio/video OUT/Digital terminal (p.176,190) Remote control terminal (p.108) (N3 type - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 17
adjustment knob (p.34) Eyecup (p.108) Viewfinder eyepiece Speaker (p.171) One-touch RAW+ Focal plane mark AF start button (p.35,85,133,151) AE lock button/ Index/Reduce Card slot cover (p.29) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.26) Battery compartment cover (p.26) Access - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 18
range (p.105) Flash exposure compensation amount (p.113) Card writing status Battery check (p.28) z xcmbn Flash exposure compensation (p.113) Monochrome (p.62) Card full warning (FuLL CF) Card error warning (Err CF) No card warning (no CF) Error code (Err) Cleaning image sensor (CLn) Aperture - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 19
AF points Spot AF points (p.87) ISO speed White balance correction < > Battery check AE lock/ AEB in-progress Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning FE lock reduction lamp-on indicator Card full warning (FuLL CF) Card error warning (Err CF) No card warning (no CF) Aperture - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 20
Nomenclature Mode Dial Camera User Settings Most camera settings can be registered under w, x, or y (p.223). F : Bulb (p.107) a : Manual exposure (p.102) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.100) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.98) d : Program AE (p.96) Fully-Automatic Modes All you do is press the shutter button - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 21
Lens Lens with a distance scale Hood mount (p.258) Filter thread (front of lens) (p.258) Nomenclature Focus mode switch (p.31) Zoom position index (p.32) Distance scale Zoom ring (p.32) Focusing ring (p.92,145) Image Stabilizer switch (p.33) Contacts (p.13) Lens mount index (p.31) Lens without a - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 22
-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet. Battery Charger LC-E6E Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.24). Charge lamp Power cord - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 23
end of the strap through the camera's strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap's buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any slack and make sure the strap will not loosen from the buckle. The eyepiece cover is also attached to the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 24
per second Lights on It takes about 2.5 hours to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery at 23°C / 73°F. The time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient temperature and battery's charge level. For safety reasons, recharging in low temperatures (5°C - 10°C / 41°F - 50°F) will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 25
hole < > is aligned over the blue sticker on the battery. If the battery is exhausted, attach the cover in the opposite orientation. When not 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, resulting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 26
Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E6 into the camera. The camera's viewfinder will become bright when a battery is installed, and darken when the battery is removed. 1 Open the battery compartment cover. Slide the lever as shown by the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 27
interval, the icon might not be displayed. This is normal and not a problem. About Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button halfway (p.35). You can change the auto - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 28
- 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0 Battery Life Temperature No Flash 50% Flash Use At 23°C / 73°F Approx. 1000 Approx. 800 At 0°C / 32°F Approx. 900 Approx. 750 The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 29
Installing and Removing the CF Card Although the thickness is different between the two types of CF (CompactFlash) cards, the camera is compatible with both types. It is also compatible with Ultra DMA (UDMA) cards and hard disk-type cards. Installing the Card 1 Open the cover. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 30
. • Opening the card slot cover. • Removing the battery. • Shaking or banging the camera around. If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might not start from 0001 (p.80). If a card-related error message is displayed on the LCD monitor, remove and reinstall the card. If the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 31
set to (manual focus), autofocus will not operate. 4 Remove the front lens cap. Minimizing Dust When changing lenses, do it 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 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 32
the detached lens. To owners of the EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens: You can prevent the lens from extending out while you are carrying it around. Set the zoom ring to the 18mm wide-angle end, then slide the zoom ring lock lever to . The zoom ring can be locked only at the wide - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 33
mounted on a tripod, you can save battery power by switching the IS switch to . The Image Stabilizer can operate even when the camera is mounted on a monopod. Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the shooting conditions. However, the EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EFS18 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 34
separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake. Horizontal . 4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body. 5. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder. 6. To maintain a - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 35
the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway first or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it completely immediately, the camera will take a moment before it takes the picture. Even during the menu display, image playback, and image recording, you can instantly go back - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 36
time, you can turn the dial to set the desired setting. When the function turns off or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use this dial to select or set the metering mode, AF mode, ISO speed, AF point, etc. (2) Turn the dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 37
the function turns off or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use this dial to select or set the white Use this dial to set the exposure compensation amount, the aperture setting for manual exposures, etc. You can do step (1) even when the Quick Control Dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 38
Q Using the Quick Control Screen The shooting settings are displayed on the LCD monitor where you can directly select and set the functions. This is called the Quick Control screen. 1 Display the Quick Control screen. Press the button. X The Quick Control screen will appear (7). 1 (Full Auto) - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 39
Q Using the Quick Control Screen Quick Control Screen Nomenclature Aperture (p.100) Shutter speed (p.98) Exposure compensation/ AEB setting (p.105) Shooting mode* (p.20) AF area selection mode (p.87) Image-recording quality (p.58) AF mode (p.84) White balance (p.70) Picture Style (p.64) ISO speed - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 40
with the menus such as the imagerecording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the button on the camera back and the dials. button LCD monitor Main Dial Quick Control Dial button Fully-Automatic Modes (1/C) Menu Screen * Some menu tabs and - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 41
indicated in blue. 5 Set the desired setting. Press to set it. 6 Exit the menu. Press the button to exit the menu and return to camera shooting. The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that you have pressed the button to display the menu screen. You can also use to set - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 42
language. Turn the or dial to select the language, then press . X The interface language will change. 3 Setting the Date and Time Check if the camera's date and time are set correctly. If necessary, set the correct date and time. 1 Select [Date/Time]. Under the [6] tab, select [Date/ Time - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 43
Before You Start 3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or personal computer, formatting the card with the camera is recommended. When the card is formatted, all images and data in the card will be erased. Even protected images will be erased, so make - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 44
the Power-off Time/Auto Power Off You can change the auto power-off time for the camera to turn off automatically after a certain period of non-operation. If you do not want the camera to turn off automatically, set this to [Off]. After the power turns off, you can turn on - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 45
settings], then press . 2 Select [OK]. Turn the dial to select [OK], then press . X Setting [Clear all camera settings] will reset the camera to the following default settings: Shooting Settings AF mode One-Shot AF AF area selection mode Auto selection 19-point AF Metering mode - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 46
Review time 2 sec. Highlight alert Disable AF point display Disable Histogram Brightness Image jump w/6 10 images Auto rotate OnzD LCD brightness Auto: Standard Date/Time Unchanged Language Unchanged Video system Unchanged INFO. button display options All items selected Camera - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 47
Displaying the Grid and Electronic Level The grid and electronic level can be displayed to help keep the camera aimed straight. The grid is displayed in the viewfinder, and the electronic level is displayed on the LCD monitor. Displaying the Grid 1 Select [VF grid - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 48
green indicates that the tilt is corrected. Even when the tilt is corrected, there is a margin of error of ±1°. If the camera is significantly tilted, the electronic level's margin of error will be greater. The electronic level can also be displayed during Live View shooting and movie shooting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 49
This chapter explains how to use the fully-automatic modes (1/C) on the Mode Dial for best results. With the fully-automatic modes (1/C), all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically (p.236). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, major shooting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 50
1 Fully Automatic Shooting 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Area AF frame Aim the Area AF frame over the target subject. All the AF points will be used to focus, and generally the closest object will be focused. Aiming the center of the Area AF frame over the subject will make focusing easier. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 51
(The focus confirmation light does not light.) It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving subject. (The focus confirmation light subject. If the focus mode switch on the lens is set to (Manual Focus), set it to (Auto Focus). Although it is daylight, the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 52
button completely to take the picture. This is called "focus lock". Shooting a Moving Subject In the (Full Auto) mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) during or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus the subject continuously. As long as you keep aiming the AF - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 53
C Creative Auto Shooting The Full Auto mode takes care of everything, whereas the Creative Auto mode enables you to easily change the picture's brightness, depth of field, color tone (Picture Style), etc. The default settings are the same as the (Full Auto) mode. * CA stands for Creative - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 54
C Creative Auto Shooting Shutter speed and aperture (1) (6) (1) Flash firing (2) (3) (4) (5) Possible shots Battery check Maximum burst (Auto firing), (Flash on), or (Flash off) can be selected. (2) Blurring/sharpening the background If you move the index mark toward the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 55
C Creative Auto Shooting (4) Image effects Besides the standard image effect, you can set it for portraits, landscapes, or black-and-white photos. (p.64: Picture Style) (Standard): Standard image effect applicable to most scenes. (Smooth skin tones): Effective for close-ups of women or - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 56
monitor immediately after capture. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the image displayed, set [Off]. 1 Select [Review time]. Under the [1] tab, select [Review time], then press . 2 Set the desired time. Turn the dial to select the setting, then press . If [Hold] is set - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 57
Image Settings This chapter explains image-related function settings: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture Style, white balance, Auto Lighting Optimizer, lens peripheral illumination correction, etc. In fully-automatic modes (1/C), only the imagerecording quality, lens peripheral illumination - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 58
83/74/84/76/86. Three RAW recording quality settings are provided: 1, 41, and 61. RAW images must be processed with the provided software (p.60). 1 Select [Quality]. Under the [1] tab, select [Quality], then press . 2 Select the image-recording quality. To select a RAW setting, turn the dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 59
Image-recording Quality Guide to Image-recording (1169) 454 (1122) 2178 (2178) 1739 (1739) 3297 (3297) 15 (15) 24 (24) 38 (38) 6 (6) 6 (6) 6 (6) Figures for the file size parentheses apply to an Ultra DMA (UDMA) 4GB card based on Canon's testing standards. If you select both RAW and JPEG, the same - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 60
digital data and recorded on the card as is. You can select from 1, 41, or 61 (Commonly referred as RAW in this manual). With RAW images, you can use the provided software software might not be able to display RAW images. Using the provided software is recommended inserted in the camera. Make sure - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 61
the current recording quality is RAW only, press the button to also capture a JPEG image (73 by default). This button will not work if the camera is already set (p.58) to capture RAW and JPEG images at the same time. 1 Select [One-touch RAW+JPEG]. Under the [y] tab, select [Onetouch RAW - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 62
dial. It can be set within ISO 100-6400 in 1/3-stop increments. With "A" selected, the ISO speed will be set automatically (p.63). ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed 100 - 400 400 - 1600 1600 - 6400, H Shooting Situation (No flash) Sunny outdoors Overcast skies or evening time Dark indoors or night Flash - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 63
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN About "A" (Auto) ISO Speed If the ISO speed is set to "A", the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button halfway. As indicated below, the ISO speed will be set automatically to suit the shooting mode. Shooting Mode 1/C/d/s/f/a F ISO - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 64
appear. 2 Select a Picture Style. Turn the or dial to select a Picture Style, then press . X The Picture Style will take effect and the camera will be ready to shoot. You can also use the [2 Picture Style] menu to select the Picture Style. Picture Style Effects P Standard (C: Standard - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 65
A Selecting a Picture StyleN S Neutral This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. When the subject is captured under a daylight - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 66
A Customizing a Picture StyleN You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see the next page. 1 Press the button. 2 Select a Picture Style. Turn the or dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 67
A Customizing a Picture StyleN By selecting [Default set.] in step 3, you can revert the respective Picture Style to its default parameter settings. To shoot with the Picture Style you modified, follow step 2 on the preceding page to select the modified Picture Style and then shoot. Monochrome - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 68
sharpness and contrast are different. You can also adjust the parameters of a Picture Style which has been registered to the camera with the provided software. 1 Press the button. 2 Select [User Def.]. Turn the or dial to select [User Def. *], then press the button. 3 Press . With - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 69
A Registering a Picture StyleN 6 Set the parameter. Turn the dial to set the parameter as desired, then press . For details, see "Customizing a Picture Style" on pages 66-67. Press the button to register the new Picture Style. The Picture Style selection screen will then reappear. X The - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 70
you can select the white balance for each light source or set it manually by shooting a white object. In the fully-automatic modes (1/C), regardless of the type of lighting. With a digital camera, the color temperature is adjusted with software to make the white areas look white. This adjustment - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 71
source to be used. 1 Photograph a white object. Look through the viewfinder and the area within the dotted line should cover a solid-white object. Focus manually and set the standard exposure for the white object. You can set any white balance. 2 Select [Custom WB]. Under the [2] tab, select [Custom - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 72
) can produce a more accurate white balance. The personal white balance registered with the provided software will be registered under . If you do step 3, the data for the registered personal white between the color temperature meter's reading and the camera's color temperature reading. 72 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 73
u White Balance CorrectionN You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature conversion filter or color compensating filter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. This is for advanced users - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 74
u White Balance CorrectionN White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color temperature of the current white balance setting, the image will be bracketed with a blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 75
captured. For RAW images, it can be corrected with Digital Photo Professional (provided software). The default setting is [Standard]. 1 Select [Auto is set and you use exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, or manual exposure to darken the exposure, the image might still come out bright - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 76
With JPEG images, the correction is done when the image is captured. For RAW images, it can be corrected with Digital Photo Professional (provided software). The default setting is [Enable]. 1 Select [Peripheral illumin. correct.]. Under the [1] tab, select [Peripheral illumin. correct.], then press - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 77
registered in the camera. With the EOS Utility (provided 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, see the Software Instruction Manual (CD-ROM) for EOS Utility. For JPEG - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 78
3 Creating and Selecting a Folder You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved. This is optional since a folder will be created automatically for saving captured images. Create a Folder 1 Select [Select folder]. Under the [5] tab, select [Select folder], - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 79
with a higher one-up folder number is created automatically. Also, if manual reset (p.81) is executed, a new folder will be created automatically. folder name must follow the "100ABC_D" format where the first three digits is 100 - 999 followed by five alphanumeric characters. The five characters - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 80
3 File Numbering Methods The file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 to 9999 and saved in one folder. You can change how the file number is assigned. The file number will appear on a computer in this format: IMG_0001 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 81
0001. This is convenient when you want to use different folders for the images taken yesterday and the ones taken today, for example. After the manual reset, the file numbering returns to continuous or auto reset. If the file number in folder No. 999 reaches 9999, shooting will not be possible - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 82
of the image with software will therefore be required. If the image is captured with the color space set to Adobe RGB, the file name will start with "_MG_" (first character is an underscore). The ICC profile is not appended. The ICC profile is explained in the Software Instruction Manual in the CD - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 83
for a wide variety of subjects and scenes. You can also select the AF mode and drive mode best matching the shooting conditions and subject. The M icon on the upper right of the page title indicates drive mode are set automatically. stands for auto focus. stands for manual focus. 83 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 84
f: Selecting the AF ModeN Select the AF mode suiting the shooting conditions or subject. In fullyautomatic modes (1/C), "AI Focus AF" is set automatically. 1 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to . 2 Press the button. (9) 3 Select the AF mode. While looking at the LCD panel, turn the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 85
-Shot AF for Still Subjects Suited for still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus only once. AF point Focus confirmation light When focus is achieved, the AF point which achieved Beep] menu is set to [Off], the beeper will not sound when focus is achieved. 85 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 86
AF automatically if the still subject starts moving. After the subject is focused in the One-Shot AF mode, if the subject starts moving, the camera will detect the movement and change the AF mode automatically to AI Servo AF. When focus is achieved in the AI Focus AF mode with - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 87
following three AF area selection modes can be selected. See the next page for the selection procedure. Single-point AF (Manual selection) (p.89) Select one AF point to focus. Zone AF (Manual selection of a zone) (p.90) The 19 AF points are divided into five zones for focusing. Auto select 19-point - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 88
AF area selection mode. By default, the button changes the mode to single-point AF, Zone AF, and 19-point AF. Selecting the AF Point Manually 1 Press the button. (9) X The 19 AF points will be displayed in the viewfinder. If Zone AF has been set, the selected zone will also be - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 89
AF points are used to focus. Effective when it is difficult to track a moving subject with just one AF point. With AI Servo AF, the manually-selected AF point must focustrack the subject first. However, it is easier to focus the target subject than with Zone AF. With One-Shot AF - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 90
AF Area Selection Modes (4) Zone AF (Manual selection of zone) The 19 AF points are divided they all have achieved focus. This mode tends to focus the nearest subject. With AI Servo AF, the manually-selected (p.88) AF point is used first to achieve focus. This cannot be set in fully-automatic - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 91
[1: Select different AF points], you can set the AF area selection mode and manually-selected AF point (or zone in the case of Zone AF) separately for vertical AF sensitive to both vertical and horizontal lines is possible. With lenses whose maximum aperture is larger than f/2.8* With the center AF - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 92
light Extremely backlit or reflective subjects (Example: Car with a highly reflective body, etc.) Near and far subjects covered by an AF point (Example 52). (2) Set the lens focus mode switch to and focus manually. MF: Manual Focusing 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . Focusing ring 2 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 93
/Remote control k: 2-sec. self-timer/Remote control For self-timer shooting, see the next page. For remote control shooting, see page 110. When the battery level is low, the continuous shooting speed will be slightly slower. In the AI Servo AF mode, the continuous shooting speed may become slightly - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 94
on a tripod. This prevents camera shake while you shoot still lifes or bulb exposures. After taking self-timer shots, you should check the image for proper focus and exposure (p.162). If you will not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.108). If - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 95
Advanced Operations In the d/s/f/a/F shooting modes, you can select the shutter speed, aperture, and other camera settings to change the exposure and obtain the desired result. The M icon on the right of the page title indicates that the function can be - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 96
d: Program AE The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit the subject's brightness. This is called Program AE. * stands for Program. * AE stands for Auto Exposure. 1 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 97
functions (p.236). About Program Shift In the Program AE mode, you can freely change the shutter speed and aperture combination (Program) set by the camera while maintaining the same exposure. This is called Program shift. To do this, press the shutter button down halfway, then turn the dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 98
s: Shutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the correct exposure suiting the brightness of the subject. This is called shutter-priority AE. A faster shutter speed can - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 99
Display The shutter speeds from "8000" to "4" indicate the denominator of the fractional shutter speed. For example, "125" indicates 1/125 sec. Also, "0"5" indicates 0.5 sec. and "15"" is 15 sec. 99 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 100
f: Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the correct exposure suiting the subject brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE. A higher f/ number (smaller aperture hole) - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 101
the f/number, the smaller the aperture opening will be. The apertures displayed will differ depending on the lens. If no lens is attached to the camera, "00" will be displayed for the aperture. Depth of Field PreviewN Press the depth-of-field preview button to stop down the lens to the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 102
, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a commercially-available handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * stands for Manual. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the shutter speed and aperture. To set the shutter speed, turn the dial. To - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 103
at the LCD panel, turn the dial. q Evaluative metering This is a general-purpose metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene. w Partial metering Effective when the background is much brighter than the subject due to - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 104
) or decrease (darker) the standard exposure set by the camera. Although you can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops . If you want to set the exposure compensation setting beyond ±3 stops, you should follow the instructions for [2 Exp. comp./AEB] on the next page. 1 Set the Mode Dial to , - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 105
three times. When or is set and you hold down the shutter button completely, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously. Then the camera will stop shooting. When or is set, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously after a 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay. Neither flash - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 106
the button and press the shutter button to take another shot. AE Lock Effects Metering Mode (p.103) q* AF Point Selection Method (p.87) Automatic Selection Manual Selection AE lock is applied at the AF point that achieved focus. AE lock is applied at the selected AF point. wre AE lock is - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 107
can be reduced (p.208). For bulb exposures, using the Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended. You can also use a remote controller (sold separately, p.110) for bulb exposures. When you press the remote controller's transmit button, the bulb - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 108
RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) or any EOS accessory equipped with an N3-type terminal to the camera and shoot with it. To operate the accessory, refer to its instruction manual. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect the plug to the remote control terminal. Connect - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 109
day, take the picture promptly after mirror lockup. Do not point the camera toward the sun. The sun's heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended. You can also lockup the mirror and shoot with a remote controller ( - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 110
Shooting RC-1 RC-5 With Remote Controller RC-1 or RC-5 (both sold separately), you can shoot remotely up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. RC-1 enables you to shoot immediately or after a 2-sec. delay, and RC5 has a 2-sec. delay. 1 Focus the subject. 2 Set the lens focus mode switch - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 111
built-in flash fires automatically (p.50). In the mode, you can set it to fire automatically or manually (p.53). Using flash in the d/s/f/a/F shooting modes will set the shutter speed and aperture as shown below. -speed flash sync). With slow shutter speeds, using a tripod is recommended. 111 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 112
/ 62 27 / 89 39 / 128 f/4 3 / 10 4 / 13 6 / 20 8.5 / 28 12 / 39 17 / 56 24 / 79 34 / 112 f/5.6 2 / 7 3 / 10 4.5 / 15 6 / 20 8.5 / 28 12 / 39 17 / 56 24 / 79 For close subjects, the viewfinder bottom will gradually turn off. For best results, take the picture after this display turns off. The effectiveness - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 113
darker flash exposure has been set. If you set flash exposure compensation with both the camera and EX-series Speedlite, the Speedlite's flash exposure compensation setting will override the camera's. If you set flash exposure compensation with an EX-series Speedlite, any flash exposure compensation - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 114
D Using the Built-in Flash B: FE LockN FE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of a subject. 1 Press the button to pop-up the built-in flash. Press the shutter button halfway and look in the viewfinder to check that the icon is lit. 2 Focus - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 115
applicable only to an attached EX-series Speedlite compatible with the respective functions. The setting procedure is the same as setting a camera menu function. Select [Flash control]. Under the [1] tab, select [Flash control], then press . X The flash control screen will appear. [Flash firing - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 116
setting] - [External flash func. setting] k k k k Page 116 117 - 113 E-TTL II k 117 Zoom* Wireless setting - k - k 119 * Regarding the [FEB] (Flash exposure bracketing) and [Zoom], refer to the Speedlite's instruction manual. Flash mode You can select the flash mode to suit your desired - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 117
to protect the flash. If this happens, let the flash rest for at least 15 min. Shutter sync. Normally, set this to [1st curtain] so that the can also set [Hi-speed]. For details, see the Speedlite's instruction manual. Flash exposure compensation See "y Flash Exposure Compensation" on page 113. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 118
press . 2 Set the Custom Function. Turn the dial to select the function number, then set the function. The procedure is the same as setting the camera's Custom Functions (p.204). To clear all the Custom Function settings, select [Clear ext. flash C.Fn set.] in step 1. 118 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 119
Using Wireless FlashN The camera's built-in flash can work as a master unit with Canon Speedlites having a wireless slave feature and wirelessly trigger the Speedlite to fire. Be sure to read about wireless flash photography in the Speedlite's instruction manual. Slave Unit Settings and Position - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 120
Using Wireless FlashN Fully Automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite Indoors Outdoors Approx. 10m (32.8ft.) This shows the most basic setup for fully-automatic wireless flash with one Speedlite. Approx. 7m (23.0ft.) Steps 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 apply to Approx. 7m all wireless flash shooting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 121
fire, check your settings again (p.119). 8 Take the picture. Set the camera and take the picture as you would with normal flash shooting. To terminate units from auto power off. Setting [E-TTL II] to [Evaluative] is recommended. If you use only one external Speedlite, the [Firing group] setting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 122
Using Wireless FlashN Fully-automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite and Built-in Flash Indoors Outdoors Approx. 10m (32.8ft.) This shows fully-automatic wireless flash shooting with one external Speedlite and Approx. 7m (23.0ft.) the built-in flash. Approx. 7m You can change the flash - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 123
Using Wireless FlashN Fully-automatic Shooting with Multiple External Speedlites Multiple Speedlite slave units can be treated as one flash unit or separated into slave groups whose flash ratio can be set. The basic settings are shown below. By changing the [Firing group] setting, you can shoot - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 124
. 5m (16.4ft.) Divide the slave units into groups A and B, and change the flash ratio to obtain the desired lighting effect. Refer to your Speedlite's instruction manual to set one slave unit's slave ID to A (Group A) and the other slave unit's ID to B (Group B) and position them as shown in the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 125
. This setup has group C Approx. 7m (23.0ft.) eliminate the shadows Approx. B 7m created by groups A and B. (23.0ft.) Refer to your Speedlite's instruction manual to set the 80o Approx. 5m (16.4ft.) slave ID of the three slave units to A (Group A), B (Group B), and C (Group C) and position - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 126
Using Wireless FlashN Fully-automatic Shooting with the Built-in Flash and Multiple External Speedlites The built-in flash can also be added to wireless flash shooting explained on pages 119-125. The basic settings are shown below. By changing the [Firing group] setting, you can shoot with various - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 127
Using Wireless FlashN Creative Wireless Flash Shooting Flash Exposure Compensation When [Flash mode] is set to [E-TTL II], flash exposure compensation can be set. The flash exposure compensation settings (see below) which can be set will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] and [Firing group] - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 128
be set will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] setting (see below). [0] The flash output set manually is applied to all external Speedlites. [0 (A,B,C)] The flash output can be set manually and individually for each group (A, B, and C) of external Speedlites. [0+3] The flash output can be set - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 129
built-in flash. For detailed instructions, see the EX-series Speedlite's instruction manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features the Speedlite's Custom Function, the flash will fire at full output only. Canon Speedlites other than the EX-series With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 130
If you use a non-Canon flash with Live View shooting, set [z Silent shoot.] to [Disable] (p.137). The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2]. If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate properly and - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 131
images. Using a tripod is recommended. About Remote Live View Shooting With EOS Utility (provided software) installed in your computer, you can connect the camera to the computer and shoot remotely while viewing the computer screen. For details, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 132
subject. Before shooting, focus with AF or manual focus (p.138-145). When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus with the current AF mode. 4 on the LCD monitor. X After the image review ends, the camera will return to Live View shooting automatically. Press the button to - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 133
Flash 50% Flash Use At 23°C / 73°F 230 220 At 0°C / 32°F 220 210 The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6 and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. Continuous Live View shooting is possible for about 1 hr. 30 min. at 23°C/73°F (with a fully - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 134
Live mode •c : Face detection Live mode •f: Quick mode Battery check Highlight tone priority ISO speed Shots remaining Flash exposure (p.228). Note that if the AF mode is set to [u Live mode] or the camera is connected to a TV set with an HDMI cable, the electronic level cannot be displayed - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 135
Shooting Function Settings i / y / f / R / B / A Settings If you press the , ,, or button during Live View shooting, the setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor and you can turn the or dial to set the respective function. The metering mode cannot be set. Q Quick - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 136
z Menu Function Settings Function settings particular to Live View shooting are explained here. The menu options under the [z] tab are explained below. The functions settable in this menu screen only apply during Live View shooting. These functions do not take effect during viewfinder shooting. Live - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 137
will take effect even if you had set it to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2]. When using a non-Canon flash unit, set it to [Disable]. (If [Mode 1] or [Mode 2] is set, the flash will Data], [6 Sensor cleaning], [7 Clear all camera settings], or [7 Firmware Ver.], the Live View shooting will be terminated. 137 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 138
, p.139), and [Quick mode] (p.143). If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to , magnify the image, and focus manually (p.145). Select the AF mode. Under the [z] tab, select [AF mode]. While the Live View image is displayed, you can press the button to select - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 139
(Face detection) Live Mode: c With the same AF method as the Live mode, human faces are detected and focused. Have the target person face the camera. 1 Display the Live View image. Press the button. X The Live View image will appear on the LCD monitor. When a face is detected, the frame will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 140
Focus 2 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus the face covered by the frame. X When the focus is way off, face detection will not be possible. If the lens enables manual focusing even while the lens focus switch is set to , turn the focusing ring to - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 141
Using AF to Focus Live Mode and u (Face Detection) Live Mode Notes AF operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the shutter button halfway will focus again. The image brightness may change during and after the AF operation. If the light source changes - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 142
as an animal in a cage). Subjects which keep moving within the AF point and cannot keep still due to camera shake or subject blur. A subject approaching or moving away from the camera. Autofocusing while the subject is way out of focus. Soft focus effect is applied with a soft focus lens. A special - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 143
Using AF to Focus Quick Mode: f The dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in the One-Shot AF mode (p.85), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting. Although you can focus the target area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 144
Using AF to Focus 3 Focus the subject. Aim the AF points over the subjects and press the shutter button halfway. X The Live View image will turn off, the reflex mirror will go back down, and AF will be executed. X When focus is achieved, the beeper will sound and the Live View image will reappear. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 145
Focusing ManuallyN You can magnify the image and focus precisely manually. 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . Turn button, the display format will change as follows: 5x 10x Normal view 4 Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens focusing ring to focus. AE lock - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 146
the captured image. When you magnify the image, the image sharpness may look more pronounced than it really is. About the icon If the camera's internal temperature becomes high, the icon may appear on the screen. If you then continue with Live View shooting, the image quality might degrade - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 147
continuously with the Live View function for a long period, the camera's internal temperature may increase and it can degrade image quality. exposure compensation has been set. Notes About Lenses and Flash The focus preset feature on super telephoto lenses cannot be used. FE lock is not possible - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 148
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Shooting Movies Movie shooting is enabled by setting the Live View shooting/ Movie shooting switch to . The movie file format will be MOV. When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card having a read/write speed of at least 8 MB/sec. If you use a slow card when shooting movies, the movie might - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 150
k Shooting Movies Connecting the camera to a TV set is recommended to playback movies (p.176-177). 2 Focus the subject. Before shooting a movie, autofocus or manual focus (p.138-145). When you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus with the current AF mode. 3 Shoot the movie - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 151
(except for ). The sound is recorded in monaural by the camera's built-in microphone (p.16). Stereo sound recording is possible by take effect. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, the total shooting time will be as follows: At 23°C/73°F: Approx. 1 hr. 20 min., At 0°C/32°F: Approx. 1 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 152
) Exposure simulation Shutter speed Aperture Drive mode Exposure compensation amount Battery check ISO speed Shots remaining AF mode •d : Live mode the electronic level cannot be displayed. If there is no card in the camera, the movie shooting remaining time will be displayed in red. When movie - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 153
, and turn the dial. : Press the button, then turn the dial. • Manual setting range : 100 - 6400 • Auto ISO range : 100 - 6400 AE lock and exposure will look. Changing the aperture during movie shooting is not recommended since variations in the exposure, due to the drive of - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 154
menu. Exposure setting Shutter speed and aperture set automatically (Manually if shooting mode is ). Displayed when the shutter button is (Ultra DMA) card having a writing speed faster than 8 MB/sec. is recommended. If the shooting mode is , the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed set - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 155
Shooting Function Settings f / R / B / A / i Settings If you press the , , or button while the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor and you can turn the or dial to set the respective function. Note that the metering mode - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 156
quality. The screen format will be 4:3. The [9] (frame rate) indicates how many frames are recorded per second. This will change depending on the [6 Video system] menu setting (NTSC for North America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, etc., or PAL for Europe, Russia, China, Australia, etc.). Note that [4] is - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 157
on the left and right will not be recorded. With ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser (provided software), you can extract a still image from the movie. The still image quality will equipped with a stereo mini plug (3.5mm dia.) to the camera's external microphone IN terminal (p.16). The sound recording level - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 158
camera operation noise. If you use a commercially-available external microphone, you can prevent (or reduce) these noises from being recorded. Do not connect the external microphone IN terminal to anything other than an external microphone. Autofocusing during movie shooting is not recommended - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 159
connected to a TV set with an HDMI cable (p.177), pressing the button during movie shooting will not display the INFO screen. If you connect the camera to a TV set (p.176-177) and shoot a movie, the TV will not output any sound during the shooting. However, the sound will be properly recorded - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 160
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and erase photos and movies, how to display images on a TV screen, and other playback-related functions. About images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a computer or whose file name was changed. 161 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 162
image display + Image-recording quality Histogram display Shooting information display 3 Exit the image playback. Press the button to exit the image playback and return the camera to shooting ready. 162 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 163
x Image Playback B Shooting Information Display AF Microadjustment Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed/ Recording time Metering mode Protect Folder number - File number Card Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Picture Style and settings Shooting mode/ - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 164
x Image Playback About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness. The RGB histogram display is for checking the color saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with the [4 Histogram] menu option. [Brightness] Display - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 165
x Searching for Images Quickly H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index display) Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen. 1 Turn on the index display. During image playback, press the button. X The 4-image index display will appear. The - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 166
x Searching for Images Quickly I Jump through Images (Jump display) With the single image display, you can turn the dial to jump through the images. 1 Select the jump method. In the [4 Image jump w/6] menu, select the desired jump method from [1 image/10 images/100 images/ Date/Folder/Movies/ - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 167
display will return. You can turn the dial to view another image while the magnification is maintained. Magnified view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. A movie cannot be magnified. 167 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 168
b Rotating the Image You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation. 1 Select [Rotate]. Under the [3] tab, select [Rotate], then press . 2 Select the image. Turn the dial to select the image to be rotated. You can also select an image on the index display. 3 Rotate the image. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 169
to a TV set. Then you can playback the captured movies and photos on the TV. If you have a High-Definition TV set and connect your camera to it with an HDMI cable, you can watch Full HD (Full HighDefinition 1920x1080) and HD (HighDefinition 1280x720) movies with higher image quality. Movies on - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 170
the personal computer must be a high-performance model. Regarding the hardware requirements for ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, see the PDF file instruction manual. If you want to use commercially-available software to playback or edit the movies, be sure it is compatible with MOV files. For details on - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 171
k Playing Movies 1 Playback the image. Press the button to display the image. Speaker 2 Select a movie. Turn the dial to select the image. During the single-image display, the icon displayed on the upper left indicates that it is a movie. During the index display, the perforation on - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 172
's (p.17) sound volume by turning the dial. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, the continuous playback time at 23°C/73°F will be as be displayed for about 1 sec. during the movie playback. If you connect the camera to a TV set (p.176-177) to playback a movie, adjust the sound volume - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 173
does not have enough space to save the movie, only [Overwrite] can be selected. More movie editing functions are available with ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser (provided software). 173 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 174
3 Slide Show (Auto Playback) You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show. 1 Select [Slide show]. Under the [4] tab, select [Slide show], then press . 2 Number of images to be played Select the images to be played back. Turn the dial to select the item, then press - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 175
3 Slide Show (Auto Playback) 3 Set the play time and repeat option. Turn the dial to select [Set up], then press . For still photos, set the [Play time] and [Repeat] options, then press the button. [Play time] [Repeat] 4 Start the slide show. Turn the dial to select [Start], then - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 176
. Connect the AV cable to the camera's terminal. With the plug's logo facing the back of the camera, insert it into the terminal. 2 Connect the AV cable to the TV set. Connect the AV cable to the TV's video IN terminal and to the audio IN terminal. 3 Turn on the TV and switch - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 177
to the TV set. Connect the HDMI cable to the TV's HDMI IN port. 3 Turn on the TV and switch the TV's video input to select the connected port. 4 Set the camera's power switch to . 5 Press the button. X The image will appear on the TV screen. (Nothing will be displayed on the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 178
reappear. If you format the card (p.43), the protected images will also be erased. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera's erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first cancel the protection. If you erase all the images (p.180), only the protected images will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 179
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.178) will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 180
L Erasing Images 2 Select [Select and erase images]. Turn the dial to select [Select and erase images], then press . X The image will be displayed. To display the three-image view, press the button. To return to the single-image display, press the button. 3 Select the images to be - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 181
While referring to the gray chart, turn the dial, then press . You can adjust [Auto] to one of three levels, and [Manual] to one of seven levels. Automatic adjustment Manual adjustment While [Auto] is set, be careful not to obstruct the round, external light sensor on the right of the LCD - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 182
the camera's on both the camera's LCD monitor and review. If the vertical image is taken while the camera is pointed up or down, the image might not rotate automatically for playback. If the vertical image is not automatically rotated on the personal computer screen, it means the software - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 183
from outside, in rare cases lubricant from the camera's internal parts may adhere to the front of the sensor. In case visible spots still remain after the automatic sensor cleaning, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Even while the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit is - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 184
The screen will indicate that the sensor is being cleaned. Although there will be a shutter sound, a picture is not taken. For best results, do the sensor cleaning while the camera bottom is placed on a table or other flat surface. Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning, the result will not improve - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 185
, you can append the Dust Delete Data to the image to later erase the dust spots. The Dust Delete Data is used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software) to erase the dust spots automatically. Preparation Get a solid-white object (paper, etc.). Set the lens focal length to 50mm or longer. Set - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 186
white object. At a distance of 20 cm - 30 cm / 0.7 there is no card in the camera. X When the picture is taken, the camera will start obtaining the Dust update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. To erase dust spots automatically with the provided software, see the Software Instruction Manual - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 187
needs to be cleaned directly, having it done by a Canon Service Center is recommended. Before cleaning the sensor, detach the lens from the camera. 1 Select [Sensor cleaning]. Under the [6] tab, select [Sensor cleaning], then press . 2 Select [Clean manually]. Turn the dial to select [Clean - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 188
the sensor or the spray gas can freeze on the sensor. If smear that cannot be removed with a blower remains, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended. 188 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 189
images in the card. The camera is compatible with "wPictBridge" which is the standard for direct printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (p.199) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) enables you to print images recorded in the card according to your printing instructions such as the image selection - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 190
switch to . 2 Set up the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. 3 Connect the camera to the printer. Use the interface cable provided with the camera. When connecting the cable plug to the camera's terminal, the cable plug's icon must face the front side of the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 191
a fully-charged battery, printing up to about 4 hours is possible. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera and printer first. Hold the plug (not the cord) to pull out the cable. For direct printing, using the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately) to power the camera is recommended. 191 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 192
The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Printer-connected icon 1 Select the image to be printed. Check that the icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 193
, then press . When using a Canon printer and Canon paper, read the printer's instruction manual to check what paper types can be 20-upc] will have the shooting information* imprinted. The page layout will vary depending on the printer model or its settings. * From the Exif data, the camera - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 194
setting enables finer printing adjustments than with "Natural." EDefault The printing will differ depending on the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. * When you change the printing effects, it is reflected in the image displayed on the upper left. Note that the printed - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 195
's own default settings as set by the printer's manufacturer. See the printer's instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are. Depending on the image's file then select [OK]. If you execute [7 Clear all camera settings] (p.45) menu, all the settings will revert to the default. 195 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 196
is displayed will depend on the selection made in step 4. Brightness The image brightness can be adjusted. Adjust levels When you select [Manual], you can change the histogram's distribution and adjust the image's brightness and contrast. With the Adjust levels screen displayed, press the button - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 197
wPrinting Trimming the Image Tilt correction You can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed. Do the trimming right before printing. If you set the trimming and then set the print settings, you may have to set the trimming again. 1 On the print setting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 198
the printer to resume printing. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Error Messages If a problem occurs during printing, an error message will appear on the camera's LCD monitor. Press to stop printing. After fixing the problem, resume printing. For details on how to fix a printing - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 199
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print- - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 200
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print type K Standard Prints one image on one sheet. to the printer's instruction manual. Or check with your photofinisher about compatibility when ordering prints. Do not insert into the camera a card whose print order was set by a different camera and then try - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 201
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Check mark Index icon Select and order images one by one. To display - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 202
1 Preparing to print. See page 190. Follow the "Connecting the Camera to a Printer" procedure up to step 5. 2 Under the [3] bright background or on the border. Under [Adjust levels], [Manual] cannot be selected. If you stopped the printing and want problem occurs during printing, see page 198. 202 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 203
Customizing the Camera With Custom Functions, you can change the camera functions to suit your preferences. Also, the current camera settings can be saved under the Mode Dial's , , and positions. The features explained in this chapter can be set and used in the following shooting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 204
3 Setting Custom FunctionsN 1 Select [8]. Turn the dial to select the [8] tab. 2 Select the group. Turn the dial to select C.Fn I IV, then press . Custom Function No. 3 Select the Custom Function number. Turn the dial to select the Custom Function No., then press . 4 Change the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 205
2 AI Servo 1st/2nd image priority 3 AI Servo AF tracking method 4 Lens drive when AF impossible 5 AF Microadjustment 6 Select AF area selection mode 7 Manual AF point selection pattern 8 VF display illumination 9 Display all AF points 10 Focus display in AI SERVO/MF 11 AF-assist beam firing 12 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 206
selectable. C.Fn I -4 Bracketing auto cancel 0: On The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be canceled if you set the power switch to or clear the camera settings. AEB will also be canceled when the flash is ready to fire. 1: Off The AEB and WB-BKT settings will be retained even when - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 207
AE (f), this prevents a slow flash-sync speed from being set automatically in low-light conditions. It is effective for preventing subject blur and camera shake. However, while the subject will be properly exposed with the flash, the background will come out dark. 2: 1/250 sec. (fixed) The flash - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 208
Low 3: Disable With setting 2, the maximum burst for continuous shooting will greatly decrease. If you playback a RAW or RAW+JPEG image with the camera or print the image directly, the effect of the high ISO speed noise reduction may look minimal. You can check the noise reduction effect or - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 209
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II -3 Highlight tone priority 0: Disable 1: Enable Improves the highlight detail. The dynamic range is expanded between the standard 18% gray and bright highlights. The gradation between the grays and highlights becomes smoother. With setting 1, the [Disable] setting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 210
the subject is given priority. C.Fn III -3 AI Servo AF tracking method In the AI Servo AF mode while you are focus-tracking a subject, the camera can either continue focusing the target subject even if a closer subject (closer than at the main focus point) suddenly appears in the picture, or the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 211
Adjust all by same amount The same adjustment amount is applied to all lenses. 2: Adjust by lens An adjustment can be set individually for any particular lens. Adjustments for up to 20 lenses can be registered in the camera. When a lens whose focus adjustment has been registered is attached to the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 212
3 Custom Function SettingsN It is best to make the adjustment at the actual place where you will shoot. This will make the adjustment more precise. With setting 2, if an Extender is used, the adjustment will be registered for the lens and Extender combination. The registered AF microadjustments will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 213
AF point(s) which focuses will focus-track the subject. With manual focus, when focus is achieved, the focus confirmation indicator will be the same as with AF. 1: Disable Even when focus is achieved with manual focus, there will be no focus confirmation indicator. With AI Servo AF - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 214
built-in flash) from firing the AF-assist beam. If the external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite's [AF-assist beam firing] Custom Function is set to [Disabled], beam even if the camera's C.Fn III -11-0/2/3 is set. C.Fn III -12 Orientation linked AF point The AF area selection mode and manually-selected AF point - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 215
0: Disable 1: Enable Prevents camera vibrations caused by the reflex mirror action that can disturb shooting with super telephoto lenses or close-up (macro) for setting the shutter speed and aperture can be reversed. In the manual exposure mode, the direction of the and dials will be - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 216
the image is original, the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 (sold separately) is required. The image is transferred to a personal computer and the Digital Photo Professional (provided software) is used, the image will be displayed in the camera, vertical lines for the respective ratio will be displayed. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 217
button or dial. Turn the dial to select the button/dial, then press . X The name of the camera control and the assignable functions will be displayed. 3 Assign a function. Turn the dial to select the desired function, then press . If the [z] icon appears on - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 218
3 Custom Function SettingsN Assignable Functions to Camera Controls Function Page * AF Exposure Metering and AF start k k*1 k*1 k AF stop 219 Switch to registered AF kkk (disabled) kk k k Image Operation * The AF stop button is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses. 218 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 219
AF points], you can register the AF point separately for the vertical (camera grip at top or bottom) and horizontal orientations. Registering and using an Zone AF and 19-point AF auto selection modes). 2. Select an AF point manually (p.88). 3. Hold down the button and press the button. A - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 220
this function has been assigned, the camera switches to AI Servo AF mode. And in the AI Servo AF mode, the camera switches to One-Shot AF mode only with the or dial. < > Aperture setting in M mode In the (Manual exposure) mode, you can set the aperture with the or dial. < > Image - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 221
3 Custom Function SettingsN < > Picture Style Press to display the Picture Style selection screen (p.64) on the LCD monitor. < > Image replay To playback images, press . < > Depth-of-field preview Pressing the depth-of-field preview button will stop down the aperture. < > IS start With the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 222
3 Registering My MenuN Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently. 1 Select [My Menu settings]. Under the [9] tab, select [My Menu settings], then press . 2 Select [Register]. Turn the dial to select [Register], - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 223
are to be registered, then press . On the confirmation dialog, select [OK] and press . X The current camera settings (p.224) will be registered under the Mode Dial's C* position. Clearing the Camera user settings In step 2, if you select [Clear settings], the respective Mode Dial position will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 224
Camera User SettingsN Settings Registered Shooting functions Shooting mode + setting, ISO speed, AF mode, AF point, Metering mode, Drive mode, Exposure compensation amount, Flash exposure compensation amount Menu functions [1] Quality, Red-eye On/Off, Beep, Release shutter without card, Review - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 225
3 Setting Copyright InformationN When you set the copyright information, it will be appended to the image as Exif information. 1 Select [Copyright information]. Under the [7] tab, select [Copyright information], then press . 2 Select the desired option. Select [Display copyright info.] to check - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 226
3 Setting Copyright InformationN Text Entry Procedure Changing the entry area Press the button to toggle between the top and bottom entry areas. Moving the cursor Turn the dial to move the cursor. You can also use to move the cursor. Entering text In the bottom area, turn the dial - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 227
Reference This chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to make it easier to look up needed information. 227 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 228
to select the desired item, then press to append a checkmark. After making the selection, turn the dial to select [OK], then press . Camera Settings Shooting mode registered under the Mode Dial's w, x, and y positions (p.82) (p.73, 74) (p.72) Transfer of some images failed* (p.208 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 229
mode Image-recording quality Quick Control icon Flash exposure compensation* Auto Lighting Optimizer Custom Controls Shots remaining White balance correction Battery check AF mode White balance Metering mode Drive mode Maximum burst * If flash exposure compensation is set with an external - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 230
degraded. (Red): Purchasing a new battery is recommended. Do not use any battery other than the Battery Pack LP-E6. Otherwise, the camera's full performance may not be attained or malfunction may result. If you use two LP-E6 battery packs in the Battery Grip BG-E7, battery information for the two - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 231
3 Checking the Battery Information Registering the Battery to the Camera You can register up to six Battery Pack LP-E6's to the camera. To register multiple battery packs to the camera, do the procedure below for each battery pack. 1 Press the button. With the Battery info. screen displayed, - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 232
battery history screen on a label about 25 mm x 15 mm / 1.0 in. x 0.6 in. in size. 7c400300 2 Take out the battery and affix the label. Set the power switch to . Open the battery compartment cover and remove the battery this procedure for all of your battery packs so you can easily see the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 233
used. Serial No. Date last used Look for the serial No. Refer to the battery's serial No. label and look for the battery's serial No. on the battery history screen. X You can check the respective battery pack's remaining capacity and the date when it was last used. Remaining capacity Deleting - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 234
Using a Household Power Outlet With the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. 1 Connect the DC Coupler's plug. Connect the DC Coupler's plug to the AC Adapter's socket. 2 Connect the power cord. Connect - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 235
Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time (back-up) battery maintains the camera's date and time. Its service life is about 5 years. If you turn on the power and the date/ time is reset, replace the back-up battery with a new CR1616 lithium battery as described below. The date/time setting will - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 236
User selectable : Not selectable Mode Dial 1 C d sf a F JPEG kkkkkkk Quality RAW kkkkkkk RAW+JPEG kkkkkkk Auto ISO speed Manual ookkkkk kkkkk Standard okkkkkk Portrait kkkkkk Picture Style Landscape Neutral Faithful kkkkkk kkkkk kkkkk Monochrome kkkkkk User Defined kkkkk Auto - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 237
kk Drive Low-speed continuous shooting kkk 10 sec. self-timer/ Remote control kkkk 2 sec. self-timer/ Remote control kk Automatic firing ok Manual firing kkk Built-in flash Flash off Red-eye reduction k kkkk FE lock kk Flash exposure compensation k*2 k k Live View shooting kkkk - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 238
Off / On 112 Beep On / Off - Release shutter without card Enable / Disable 29 Review time Off / 2 sec. / 4 sec. / 8 sec. / Hold 56 Peripheral Y / U / I / O / P (2500 - 10000) 70 Custom WB Manual setting of white balance 71 WB SHIFT/BKT WB correction: White balance correction 73 WB- - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 239
Menu Settings y Shooting 3 (Red) Dust Delete Data Obtains data to be used to erase dust spots One-touch RAW+JPEG Also capture RAW or JPEG when necessary Page 185 61 z Shooting 4 (Red) Live View shooting Enable / Disable 136 AF mode Live mode / u Live mode / Quick mode 138 Grid display - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 240
15 min. / 30 min. / Off Auto rotate OnzD / OnD / Off Format Initialize and erase data in the card File numbering Continuous / Auto reset / Manual Date/Time LanguageK Video system Sensor cleaning VF grid display Auto: Adjustable to one of three brightness levels Manual: Adjustable to one - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 241
's Copyright information name / Enter copyright details / Delete 225 copyright information Clear all camera settings Resets the camera to the default settings 45 Firmware Ver. For updating the firmware - 8 Custom Functions (Orange) C.Fn I : Exposure 206 C.Fn II : Image 208 C.Fn III - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 242
Menu Settings Movie Shooting Menu x Movie (Red) AF mode Grid display Movie recording size Sound recording Silent shooting Metering timer Live mode / u Live mode / Quick mode Off / Grid 1l / Grid 2m 1920x1080 (6 / 5 / 4) / 1280x720 (8 / 7) / 640x480 (8 / 7) On / Off Mode 1 / Mode 2 / Disable 4 sec - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 243
Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power-Related Problems The battery pack does not recharge. If the battery's remaining capacity (p.230 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 244
Troubleshooting Guide camera turns off by itself. Auto power off is in effect. If you do not want auto power off to take effect, set [5 Auto power off] to [Off]. Shooting-Related Problems , or focus manually (p.35, 92). The viewfinder is dark. Install a recharged battery pack in the camera (p.26). 244 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 245
Troubleshooting Guide The image is out of focus. Set the lens focus mode switch to (p.31). To prevent camera shake, hold the camera still and press the shutter button gently (p.34, 35). If the lens has an Image Stabilizer, set the IS switch to . The card cannot be used. If a card error - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 246
Troubleshooting Guide The built-in flash does not fire. If you shoot continuously with the built-in flash at short intervals, the flash might stop operating to protect the flash unit. The external flash does not fire. Make sure the external flash (or PC sync cord) is securely attached to the camera. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 247
Troubleshooting Guide The movie shooting terminates by itself. If the card's writing speed operate the camera's dial or lens during movie shooting, the respective operation noise will also be recorded. Use an external microphone (commercially available) (p.158). Display & Operation Problems In the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 248
Troubleshooting Guide Part of the image blinks in black. The [4 Highlight alert] video OUT format (NTSC/PAL) to the same video format as the TV (p.240). Use the AV cable that came with the camera (p.176). Printing-Related Problems There are fewer printing effects than listed in the instruction manual - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 249
is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the onscreen instructions. Countermeasures No. Error Message & Solution Communications between the camera and lens is faulty. Clean the lens contacts. 01 Î Clean the electrical contacts on the camera and lens and use a Canon lens - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 250
MR-14EX MT-24EX RC-5 RC-1 Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Eg Bundled Accessories Eyecup Eg Anti-Fog Eyepiece Eg Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-EOS7D Date / time CR1616 lithium battery Battery Pack LP-E6 Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E Battery Grip BG-E7 Leather Case EH20-L 250 AC Adapter - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 251
Switch TC-80N3 RS-80N3 Wireless Controller LC-5 EF lenses External microphone EF-S lenses Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST HDMI Cable HTC-100 EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E5A/B/C/D TV/Video USB external media USB GPS unit Interface Cable - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 252
• Type Type: Recording media: Image sensor size: Compatible lenses: Lens mount: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash Type I or II CF card, UDMA-compatible 22.3 x 14.9 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6 times the - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 253
Eye point: Approx. 22 mm (From eyepiece lens center at -1m-1) Built-in Center-weighted average metering Metering range: EV 1 - 20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, manual exposure, bulb exposure ISO speed: Auto, Creative Auto: Automatically set within ISO 100 - 3200 (Recommended - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 254
, auto pop-up flash Guide No.: 12/39 (ISO settable with the camera) E-TTL 15 (15) shots RAW+JPEG Large/Fine: Approx. 6 (6) shots * Figures are based on Canon Manual focusing (5x/10x magnification possible) Metering modes: Evaluative metering with the image sensor Metering range: EV 1 - 20 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 255
20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) Exposure control: Program AE (exposure compensation possible) for movies and manual manual exposure, ISO 100 - 6400 set automatically/ manually 100% Brightness adjustment: Auto, manual Electronic level: Provided Interface language: - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 256
's C1, C2, and C3 positions Provided Entry and inclusion enabled • Interface Audio/video OUT/ Digital terminal: Analog video (Compatible with NTSC/PAL)/stereo audio output For personal computer communication and direct printing (Hi-Speed USB equivalent) HDMI mini OUT terminal: Type C (Auto - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 257
: Approx. 820 g / 28.9 oz. (body only) • Operation Environment Working temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F Working humidity: 85% or less • Battery Pack LP-E6 Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated voltage: 7.2 V DC Battery capacity: 1800 mAh Dimensions (W x H x D): 38 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 258
in. (at 0.35 m / 1.15 ft.) Image Stabilizer: Lens shift type Filter size: 72 mm Lens cap: E-72U Max. diameter x length: 81.6 x 87.5 mm / 3.2 x 3.4 in. Weight: Approx. 575 g / 20.3 oz. Hood: EW-78E (sold separately) Case: LP1116 (sold separately) • EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Angle of - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 259
65° - 15° Vertical Canon's testing standards. The camera's specifications and exterior are subject to change without notice. If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera manual are the property of their respective owners. * This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 260
video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard." * Notice displayed in English as required. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended by the malfunction of nongenuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 261
Prevent any battery leakage from contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your at least 1 meter away. • Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 262
while it is attached to a tripod. Doing so may cause injury. Also make sure the tripod is sturdy enough to support the camera and lens. • Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera under the sun without the lens cap attached. Otherwise, the lens may concentrate the sun's rays and cause a fire. • Do - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 263
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 264
reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified serviceman. USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 265
MEMO 265 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 266
MEMO 266 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 267
MEMO 267 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 268
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AC Adapter Kit 234 Access Audio/video OUT Battery J Power Battery check 28 Battery Grip 28, 250 Beeper 50, 85, 238 Black-and-white image 65, 67 Bracketing 74, 105 Bulb 107 Bulb exposures 107 C w, x, y 20, 223 C (Creative Auto 53 Cable 3, 169, 176, 177 Camera Camera shake 109 Clear camera - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 271
4 Cross-type focusing 91 Custom Functions 204 Clear all 204 D Date/Time 42 Date/time battery replacement....235 DC Coupler 234 Depth-of-field preview ...........101, 135 Digital terminal 190 Dioptric adjustment 34 Direct printing J Printing Direct selection (AF point 220 DPOF 199 Drive - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 272
50, 238 Difficult-to-focus subjects....92, 142 Live View shooting 131 Manual focusing .........92, 145, 213 Movie shooting 149 Out of focus ..........51, TV 169, 176 Image area 32 Image dust prevention 183 Image review time 56 Image Stabilizer (lens 33 Image-recording quality 58 Image - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 273
(Image-recording quality) .... 59 Memory card J Card Menu Menu settings 238 My Menu 222 Setting operation 40 3 icon 4 Metering mode 103, 229 MF (Manual focusing 92 Mirror lockup 109, 215 Mode Dial J Shooting mode Monochrome image 65, 67 Movie 149 AF mode 156 Editing 173 Editing first/last - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 274
16 Non-Canon flash units 130 Normal (Image-recording quality) ...58 NTSC 156, 240 Number 80 O ONE SHOT (One-Shot AF 85 One-Shot AF 85 Operation button shots 28, 59, 133 Power Auto power off 27, 44 Battery check 28 Battery info 230 Household power 234 Possible shots 28, 59, 133 Recharge - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 275
display.........163 Shooting mode 20 Aperture-priority AE 100 Bulb 107 Creative Auto 53 Full Auto 50 Manual exposure 102 Program AE priority AE 98 U Ultra DMA (UDMA 29, 59, 154 USB (Digital) terminal 190 User defined 223 V Video system 156, 176, 240 View on TV 169, 176 Viewfinder 19 - Canon EOS 7D | EOS 7D Instruction Manual - Page 276
2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of September 2009. For information on the camera's compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CT1-1032-001 © CANON INC. 2009 PRINTED IN JAPAN
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