Canon EOS 70D Operation Manual
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EOS 70D (W) EOS 70D (N) The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function explained in this manual. E INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 2
various system accessories. * The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function. Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with the Camera With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have captured. While reading this manual, take a few test shots - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 3
Compatible Cards The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity: • SD memory cards • SDHC memory cards* • 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 4
missing, contact your dealer. Camera (with body cap) Battery Pack LP-E6 (with protective cover) Battery Charger LC-E6/LC-E6E* Wide Strap EW-EOS70D Interface Cable * Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a power cord.) The Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs provided - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 5
Instruction Manual CD-ROM Contains the following manuals in PDF: • Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version) • Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Detailed version) • Quick Reference Guide Instructions for viewing the Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM are on page 452. Software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 6
Guide 1 Insert the battery (p.30). To charge the battery, see page 28. 2 Insert a card (p.31). With the card's label facing toward the back of the camera, insert it into the card slot. 3 White index Red index Attach the lens (p.40). Align the lens' white or red mount index with the camera - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 7
Start Guide 6 Flip out the LCD monitor (p.34). When the LCD monitor displays the date/time/zone setting screens, see page 37. 7 Focus the subject (p.45). Look through the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. The camera will focus the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 8
to prevent shooting problems. : Supplemental information. : Tips or advice for better shooting. : Problem-solving advice. Basic Assumptions All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch is set to and the switch is set down (Multi function lock released) (p.35, 48 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 9
Chapters For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera's basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction 2 1 Getting Images 345 13 Customizing the Camera 361 14 Reference 393 15 Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals / Downloading Images to Your Computer 451 9 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 10
4 Instruction Manual and CD-ROMs 5 Quick Start Guide 6 Conventions Used in this Manual 8 Chapters 9 Index to Features 16 Handling Precautions 18 Nomenclature 20 1 Getting Started 27 Charging the Battery 28 Installing and Removing the Battery 30 Installing and Removing the Card 31 Using - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 11
Night Portraits (With a Tripod 86 F Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld 87 G Shooting Backlit Scenes 88 Q Quick Control 90 Shoot by Ambience 106 When Autofocus Fails 109 MF: Manual Focus 110 i Selecting the Drive Mode 111 j Using the Self-timer 113 4 Image Settings 115 Setting - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 12
160 f: Aperture-Priority AE 162 Depth-of-Field Preview 163 a: Manual Exposure 164 q Selecting the Metering Mode 165 Setting Exposure Compensation Multiple Exposures 175 2 Mirror Lockup 182 Using the Eyepiece Cover 183 F Using a Remote Switch 184 R Remote Control Shooting 184 12 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 13
(AF Method 233 x Shooting with the Touch Shutter 245 MF: Focusing Manually 247 8 Shooting Movies 251 k Shooting Movies 252 Shooting Function Settings 263 Setting the Movie Recording Size 265 Using Movie Digital Zoom 267 Setting the Sound Recording 268 Setting the Time Code 270 Menu - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 14
Ratings 302 Q Quick Control for Playback 304 k -Processing Images 327 R Processing RAW Images with the Camera 328 S Resizing JPEG Images 333 U Applying Creative Data 341 Manual Sensor Cleaning 343 12 Printing Images 345 Preparing to Print 346 w Printing 348 W Digital Print Order - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 15
416 Troubleshooting Guide 418 Error Codes 432 Specifications 433 Handling Precautions: EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM 443 Safety Warnings 445 15 Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals / Downloading Images to Your Computer 451 Viewing the Camera Instruction - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 16
p.28 Battery check Î p.36 Battery information check Î p.396 Household power outlet Î p.400 Auto power off Î p.59 Card Formatting Release shutter without card Î p.57 Î p.32 Lens Attaching/Detaching Zoom Image Stabilizer Î p.40 Î p.41 Î p.43 Basic Settings Language Î p.39 Date/Time/Zone - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 17
Movie Shooting Movie shooting Movie Servo AF Movie recording size Digital zoom Sound recording Time code Still photo shooting Video snapshot Î p.251 Î p.273 Î p.265 Î p.267 Î p.268 Î p.270 Î p.261 Î p.277 Playback Image review time Single-image display Shooting information display Index display - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 18
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 touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 19
Precautions If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions before 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 yourself and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 20
) Strap mount (p.27) Speaker (p.308) Lens release button (p.41) Lens lock pin Lens mount Contacts (p.19) External microphone IN terminal (p.269) Remote control terminal (p.184) Body cap (p.40) HDMI mini OUT terminal (p.316) Audio/video OUT/Digital terminal (p.319/346, 454) 20 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 21
, 192/296, 298) AF point selection/ Magnify button (p.105/298) Access lamp (p.33) Strap mount (p.27) Card slot cover (p.31) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.30) Battery compartment cover (p.30) Quick Control Dial (p.47) Multi function lock switch (p.48) Setting button (p.52 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 22
continuous shooting B Silent single shooting M Silent continuous shooting Q Self-timer: 10 sec./remote control k Self-timer: 2 sec./remote control AF operation (p.100) X One-Shot AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF 4 L Manual focus Highlight tone priority (p.145) ISO speed (p.120) ISO speed - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 23
Manual selection) (p.103) Zone AF points (p.103) Focusing screen Nomenclature Zone AF (Manual zone selection) (p.103) 19-point automatic selection AF (p.103) AF points (p.103) Grid (p.64) Electronic level (p.66) Battery warning (L) No card/card error warning (Card) Card full warning (FuLL - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 24
down the Mode Dial center (Mode Dial lock release button). Creative Zone These modes give you more control for shooting various subjects. d : Program AE (p.158) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.160) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.162) a : Manual exposure (p.164) F : Bulb (p.171) Custom shooting mode You - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 25
Nomenclature Lens Lens without a distance scale Focusing ring (p.110, 247) Hood mount (p.42) Focus mode switch (p.40) Zoom position index Filter thread (front of lens) Zoom ring (p.41) Image Stabilizer switch (p.43) Lens mount index (p.40) Contacts (p.19) 25 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 26
Battery Charger LC-E6 Charger for Battery Pack LP-E6 (p.28). 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 27
Getting Started This chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations. 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 28
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 battery. For LC-E6 As shown by the arrow, flip out - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 29
(p.396) and purchase a new battery. After disconnecting the charger's power plug, do not touch the prongs for approx. 10 sec. If the battery's remaining capacity (p.396) is 94% or higher, the battery will not be recharged. The charger cannot charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E6. 29 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 30
. Press the cover until it snaps shut. Only Battery Pack LP-E6 can be used. Removing the Battery 30 Open the cover and remove the battery. Press the battery lock lever as shown by the arrow and remove the battery. To prevent short circuiting of the battery contacts, be sure to attach the provided - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 31
Installing and Removing the Card The camera can use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card (sold separately). An UHS-I Speed Class SDHC or SDXC memory card can also be used. The captured images are recorded onto the card. Make sure the card's write-protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 32
of possible shots depends on the remaining capacity of the card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc. Setting [z1: Release shutter without card] to [Disable] will prevent you from forgetting to insert a card (p.408). Removing the Card Access lamp 1 Open the cover. Set the power switch to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 33
all the images on the card to a computer, transfer all the images and then format the card with the camera (p.57). The card may then return to normal. Do not touch the card's contacts with your fingers or metal objects. Multimedia cards (MMC) cannot be used (card error will be displayed). 33 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 34
toward you. Normally, face the LCD monitor toward you. Be careful not to force and break the hinge when rotating the LCD monitor. When not using the camera, close the LCD monitor with the screen facing inward. This will protect the screen. During Live View shooting or movie shooting, facing the LCD - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 35
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 Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after 1 minute of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 36
Use 920 850 The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. Possible shots with Battery Grip BG-E14 • With LP-E6 x 2: approx. twice the shots without the battery grip. • With size-AA - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 37
to the correct time zone for your destination to update the camera's date/time automatically. 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 menu screen - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 38
saving time will be set and the menu will reappear. If you store the camera without the battery or if the camera's battery becomes exhausted, the date/time/zone may be reset. If this happens, set the time zone and date/time again. The date/time that was set will start from when you press in step - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 39
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 key to select the [52] tab. Press the key to select [LanguageK], then press . 3 Set the desired language. Press the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 40
Attaching and Detaching a Lens The camera is compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses. The camera cannot be used with EF-M lenses. Attaching a Lens 1 Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrows. White index 2 Attach the lens. Align the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 41
focus may throw off the focus. Detaching the Lens While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrows. Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it. Attach the rear lens cap to the detached lens. To owners the camera's power switch to . If the front part (focusing ring) - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 42
than the 35mm film format, it will look like the lens focal length is increased by approx. 1.6x. Image sensor size (Approx.) (22.5 x 15.0 mm / 0.88 x 0.59 in.) 35mm image size (36 x 24 mm / 1.42 x 0.94 in.) Attaching a Lens Hood A lens hood can block unwanted light and diminish rain, snow, dust - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 43
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. Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 44
using E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses (sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera the front of your body. 5. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot slightly ahead of the other. 6. Press the camera against your face and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 45
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 menu display, image playback, or image recording, you can instantly go back to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 46
function remains selected for the duration of the timer (9). During this time, you can turn the dial to set the desired setting. 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 AF operation - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 47
timer (9). During this time, you can turn the dial to set the desired setting. When the function selection ends or if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot. Use . Use this dial to set the exposure compensation amount, the aperture setting for manual exposures - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 48
from moving and changing a setting inadvertently. switch set downward: Lock released switch set upward: Lock engaged If the switch is set upward and you try to use one of the locked camera controls, will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. On the shooting function - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 49
the shooting function settings displayed, you can turn the Mode Dial to see the settings for each shooting mode (p.395). Pressing the button enables Quick Control of the shooting function settings (p.50). Press the button again to turn off the display. 49 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 50
set the shooting functions displayed on the LCD monitor. This is called Quick Control. 1 Press the button. (7) X The Quick Control screen will appear. Basic Zone modes 2 Set the desired functions. Press see page 91. In steps 1 and 2, you can also use the LCD monitor's touch screen (p.54). 50 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 51
screen when the Mode Dial is set to other than . *2: These functions cannot be set with the Quick Control screen. *3: Refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual. Function Setting Screen Ð Select the desired function and press . The function's setting screen will appear. Turn the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 52
Operations You can set various settings with the menus such as the imagerecording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the button, keys, and button on the camera back. button LCD monitor button keys Menus in Basic Zone Modes * Some menu - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 53
tab. Press the key to select a menu tab. For example, in this manual, "the [z4] tab" refers to the screen displayed when the fourth z (Shooting dial to select certain settings. In steps 2 to 5, you can also use the LCD monitor's touch screen (p.54). The explanation of menu functions hereinafter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 54
-sensitive panel that you can operate with your fingers. Tap Quick Control (Sample display) Use your finger to tap (touch briefly and then remove your finger from on menu screens). For example, when you tap [Q], the Quick Control screen appears. By tapping [2], you can return to the preceding screen - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 55
d Using the Touch Screen Drag Menu screen (Sample display) Slide your finger while touching the LCD monitor. Scale display (Sample display) Operations possible by dragging your finger on the screen Selecting a menu tab or item after pressing the button Setting a scale control Quick Control - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 56
Under the [53] tab, select [Touch control], then press . 2 Set the touch control setting. Select the desired setting, then press . [Standard] is the normal setting. [Sensitive] provides a better touch response than [Standard]. Try using both settings and select the one you prefer. To disable - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 57
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 the 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 is nothing you - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 58
low-level formatting or destroy the card physically to prevent the personal data from being leaked. Before using a new Eye-Fi card, the software on the card must be installed in your computer. Then format the card with the camera. The card capacity displayed on the card format screen may be smaller - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 59
the Beeper You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved, during self-timer operation, and during touch screen operations. 1 Select [Beep To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after a set time of idle operation elapses. If you do not want the camera to turn off - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 60
immediately after capture. To keep the image displayed, set [Hold]. To not have the image displayed, set [Off]. 1 Select [Image review]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Image review], then press . 2 Set the desired time. Select the desired setting, then press . If [Hold] is set, the image will be - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 61
camera settings] will reset the camera to the following default settings: Shooting Function Settings AF operation One-Shot AF AF area selection mode Auto selection:19 pt AF Metering mode q (Evaluative ) Exposure compensation/AEB Canceled Flash control Flash firing Enable Flash sync. speed - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 62
Settings Auto power off 1 min. Beep Enable Release shutter without card Enable Image review 2 sec. Highlight alert Disable AF point display Disable Playback grid Off Histogram display Brightness Movie playback count Unchanged Control over HDMI Disable Image jump w/6 e (10 images - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 63
16 sec. Movie Shooting Settings AF method u+Tracking Movie Servo AF Enable Silent LV shooting Metering timer Grid display Mode 1 16 sec. Off Movie recording size 1920x1080/IPB Digital zoom Disable Sound recording Auto Time code Count up Unchanged Start time setting Unchanged Movie - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 64
Displaying the Grid You can display a grid in the viewfinder to help you straighten or compose the shot. 1 Select [VF grid display]. Under the [z1] tab, select [VF grid display], then press . 2 Select [Enable]. Select [Enable], then press . X When you exit the menu, the grid will appear in the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 65
: z button display options] so that the electronic level can be displayed (p.394). Horizontal level 2 Check the camera's tilt. The horizontal tilt is displayed in 1° increments. The tilt scale is marked in 5° increments. When the red line turns green, it indicates that the tilt is almost corrected - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 66
Q Displaying the Electronic Level 3 Displaying the Electronic Level in the Viewfinder During Shooting A simple electronic level using a camera icon can be displayed in the viewfinder at the center bottom. Since this can be displayed while you shoot, you can correct any tilt during - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 67
Level in the Viewfinder Before ShootingN The viewfinder can display an electronic level and grid using the AF points. This is convenient to correct any camera tilt before shooting with a tripod. 1 Select Custom Functions III. Under the [8] tab, select [C.Fn III: Operation/Others], then press - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 68
the Depth-of-field preview button. X The viewfinder will display an electronic level and grid using the AF points. 1° 6° Over Even when the tilt is corrected, there may be a margin of error of ±1°. If the camera is very tilted, the electronic level's margin of error will be larger. If the Depth - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 69
. It also displays a description when you select a function or option on the Quick Control screen. When you proceed with the operation, the Feature guide will disappear. Shooting mode (Sample) Quick Control (Sample) Shooting function settings Live View shooting Playback 3 Disabling the Feature - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 70
Feature Guide and Help Help When [zHelp] is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen, pressing the button displays the to scroll. Example: [z4: Long exp. noise reduction] B Î Example: [8C.Fn I-1: Exposure level increments] Scroll bar B Î Example: [8C.Fn II-1: Tracking sensitivity] B Î 70 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 71
Basic Shooting This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results. With Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot while the camera sets everything automatically (p.91, 404). Also, to prevent botched pictures due to mistaken operations, advanced shooting - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 72
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 generally the closest object will be focused. Aiming the center of the Area AF frame over the subject will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 73
obtained, use a Creative Zone mode and select a Picture Style other than and shoot (p.126). FAQ The focus confirmation light blinks and focus is focus confirmation light does not light up.) It indicates that the camera is focusing continuously on a moving subject. (The focus confirmation - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 74
help lighten the subject's dark areas. If you do not want the flash to fire, use the Quick Control to set [Flash firing] to [b] (p.90) or set the (Flash Off) mode in the picture because the subject was too close to the camera. Move further from the subject and shoot. If a hood is attached to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 75
other Basic Zone modes (except ). Shooting a Moving Subject In the mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) while or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus the subject continuously. (The beeper will continue beeping softly.) As long as you keep aiming the Area - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 76
halfway to focus. 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 will be taken and the captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor. X After the image review ends, the camera will return - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 77
as candlelight scenes. Shooting Tips Prevent camera shake if the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks. Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display will blink. Hold the camera steady or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 78
Creative Auto. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Press the button. (7) X The Quick Control screen will appear. 3 Set the desired function. Press the keys to select a function. X The selected function and Feature guide (p.69) will appear. For the setting procedure and details on each function - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 79
Shutter speed (1) Aperture (2) ISO speed (3) (4) Battery check Image-recording quality Possible shots Pressing the right, the background will look more in focus. Set it by pressing the key. You can also turn the or dial to move the mark. If you want to blur the background, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 80
per second) with less shooting sound than . < > Self-timer: 10 sec./remote control: < > Self-timer: 2 sec./remote control: The picture is taken 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter button. A remote controller can also be used. (4) Flash firing: Turn the or dial to select - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 81
8: Special Scene Mode The camera will automatically choose the appropriate settings when you select a shooting mode for your subject or scene. 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Press the button. (7) X The Quick Control screen will appear. 3 Select a shooting mode. Press the keys to select a - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 82
out. It also makes skin tones and hair look softer. Shooting Tips The further the distance between the subject and background, the better. The Use a telephoto lens. If you have a zoom lens, use the telephoto end to fill the frame with the subject from the waist up. Move in closer if necessary. Focus - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 83
near and far will be in focus better than at the telephoto end. It also adds breadth to landscapes. Shooting night scenes. The mode is also good for night scenes because it disables the built-in flash. When shooting night scenes, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. The built-in flash will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 84
focusing distance. Some lenses have indications such as on them. The lens minimum focusing distance is measured from the (focal plane) mark on the top of the camera to the subject. If you are too close to the subject, the focus confirmation light will blink. If you use - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 85
or a moving vehicle. Shooting Tips Use a telephoto lens. The use of a telephoto lens is . If focus cannot be achieved, the focus confirmation light camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display on the bottom left will blink. Hold the camera steady and shoot. If you are using - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 86
night scene in the background, use the (Night Portrait) mode. Using a tripod is recommended. Shooting Tips Use a wide-angle lens and a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to obtain a wide night view. Also, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Check the subject's brightness - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 87
Using a tripod for shooting a night scene yields the best results. However, with the (Handheld Night Scene) mode, you can shoot night scenes while handholding the camera with reduced camera shake is recorded. Shooting Tips Hold the camera firmly. While shooting, hold the camera firmly and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 88
areas, use the (HDR Backlight Control) mode. When you take one picture in this mode, three continuous shots are taken at different exposures. This results in one image, with a wide tonal range, that has minimized the blocked-up shadows caused by backlighting. Shooting Tips Hold the camera firmly - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 89
due to camera shake. Recording the image to the card will take longer focus mode switch to and focus manually. Cautions for Handheld Night Scene When shooting flash photography, if the subject is too close to the camera, the picture may come out extremely bright (overexposure). If you use - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 90
Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode. 2 Press the button. (7) X The Quick Control screen will appear. Example: Portrait mode 3 Set the desired functions. Press the keys to select a function. X The selected function and Feature guide (p.69) will appear. Functions can also be selected with the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 91
Q Quick Control Settable Functions in Basic Zone Modes o: Default setting k: User selectable Function A7 u: Single shooting oo o: High-speed continuous shooting k k i: Low-speed continuous shooting k k Drive mode B: Silent single shooting M: Silent continuous shooting kk kk Self-timer - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 92
shooting/Movie shooting switch to . 3 Display the Live View image. Press the button to display the Live View image. 4 On the Quick Control screen, select the desired ambience. Press the button (7). Press the key to select [ Standard setting]. [Ambiencebased shots] will appear on the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 93
will revert back to [ Standard setting]. The Live View image shown with the ambience setting applied will not look exactly the same as the actual photo. Using flash may minimize the ambience effect. In bright outdoors, the Live View image you see on the LCD monitor may not have exactly the same - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 94
. Each ambience is a modification of the respective shooting mode's image characteristics. Vivid The subject will look sharp and vivid. It makes the photo look more impressive than with [ Standard setting]. Soft The subject will look softer and more dainty. Good for portraits, pets, flowers, etc - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 95
Shoot by Ambience Selection Brighter The picture will look brighter. Darker The picture will look darker. Monochrome The picture will be monochrome. You can select the monochrome color to be black and white, sepia, or blue. When [Monochrome] is selected, will appear in the viewfinder. 95 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 96
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type In the , , , and Basic Zone modes, you can shoot while the settings match the lighting or scene type. Normally, [ Default setting] is adequate, but if the settings match the lighting condition or scene, the picture will look more accurate to your eye. For - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 97
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type 4 On the Quick Control screen, select the lighting or scene type. Press the set the power switch to , the setting will revert back to [ Default setting]. If you use flash, the setting will switch to [ Default setting]. (However, the shooting information will display - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 98
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type Lighting or Scene Type Settings Default setting Default setting suited for most subjects. Daylight For subjects under sunlight. Gives more natural-looking blue skies and greenery and reproduces light-colored flowers better. Shade For subjects in the shade. Suitable - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 99
modes (d/ s/f/a/F). In Basic Zone modes, the AF operation and AF point (AF area selection mode) are set automatically. stands for autofocus. stands for manual focus. 99 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 100
the shooting conditions or subject. In Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF operation is set automatically for the respective shooting mode. 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . 2 Turn the Mode Dial to a Creative Zone mode. 3 Press the button. (9) 4 Select the AF operation. While looking at the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 101
AF area selection mode is set to 19-point automatic selection AF (p.103), the camera first uses the manually-selected AF point to focus. During autofocusing, if the subject moves away from the manually-selected AF point, focus tracking continues as long as the subject is covered by the Area AF frame - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 102
operation from One-Shot AF to AI Servo AF automatically if a still subject starts moving. After the subject is focused in One-Shot AF, if the subject starts moving, the camera will detect the movement, change the AF operation automatically to AI Servo AF, and keep tracking the moving subject. When - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 103
for the selection procedure. : Single-point AF (Manual selection) Select one AF point to focus. : Zone AF (Manual zone selection) The 19 AF points are divided into five zones for focusing. : 19-point automatic selection AF All the AF points are used to focus. This mode is set automatically in Basic - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 104
AF area selection mode currently set is indicated on the top of the viewfinder. : Single-point AF (Manual selection) : Zone AF (Manual zone selection) : 19-point automatic selection AF With [8C.Fn II-7: Select AF area selec. mode], you can limit the selectable AF area selection modes (p.372). If - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 105
or button, the LCD panel displays the following: • 19-point automatic selection AF and Zone AF (manual zone selection): AF • 1 pt AF (Manual selection): SEL (Center)/SEL AF (Off center) With [8C.Fn II-10: Manual AF pt. selec. pattern], you can set either [Stops at AF area edges] or [Continuous - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 106
Select one AF point to be used for focusing. Zone AF (Manual Zone Selection) The 19 AF points are divided into five zones for focusing. All the AF points in the selected zone are used for the automatic selection of the point of focus. It makes achieving focus easier than with single-point AF and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 107
camera cannot focus with the EOS-dedicated external Speedlite's AF-assist beam, set the AF area selection mode to Single-point AF (manual using liquid crystal). If you set [8C.Fn II-9 : Orientation linked AF point] to [1: Select separate AF points], you can set the AF area selection mode and manually - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 108
that Do Not Support Cross-Type Focusing with Peripheral AF Points Cross-type focusing Vertical line-sensitive focusing Horizontal line-sensitive focusing Cross-type focusing at the < > and < > AF points is not possible with the following lenses: EF35-80mm f/4-5.6, EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 II, EF35-80mm - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 109
object at the same distance as the subject and lock the focus before recomposing the shot (p.75). (2) Set the lens focus mode switch to and focus manually (p.110). For subjects difficult to focus during Live View shooting or movie shooting with [u+Tracking], [FlexiZone - Multi], or [FlexiZone - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 110
be displayed on the LCD panel. 2 Focus the subject. Focus by turning the lens focusing ring until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder. If you press the shutter button halfway during manual focusing, the AF point that achieved focus and the focus confirmation light will light up in the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 111
sound than . M : Silent continuous shooting (Max. approx. 3.0 shots/sec.) Continuous shooting with less shooting sound than . Q : 10-sec. self-timer/remote control k : 2-sec. self-timer/remote control For self-timer shooting, see page 113. For remote control shooting, see page 184. 111 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 112
AF and the Image Stabilizer turned off when using the following lenses: EF300mm f/4L IS USM, EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM, EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM. When using Battery Grip BG-E14 (sold separately) and size-AA/LR6 batteries, high-speed continuous shooting speed will be - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 113
not touching the camera mounted on a tripod. This prevents camera shake while you shoot still lifes or long exposures. After taking self-timer shots, playing back the image (p.290) to check focus and exposure is recommended. When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.75) on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 114
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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, chromatic aberration correction, and other functions. In Basic Zone modes, only the following can - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 116
3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality You can select the pixel count and the image quality. There are eight JPEG imagerecording quality settings: 73, 83, 74, 84, 7a, 8a, b, c. There are three RAW image quality settings: 1, 41, 61 (p.118). 1 Select [Image quality]. Under the [z1] tab, select [Image - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 117
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's testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO 100 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 118
converted to digital data. It is recorded to the card as is, camera.) While the RAW image itself does not change, you can process the RAW image according to different conditions to create any number of JPEG images from it. With all RAW images, you can use Digital Photo Professional (provided software - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 119
is not inserted in the camera. Make sure that a card is inserted before taking a picture. If the maximum burst is displayed as "99", it indicates that you can shoot 99 or more shots continuously. If the maximum burst decreases to 98 or lower and the internal buffer memory becomes full, "buSY" will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 120
be set automatically (p.122). When the screen shown on the left is displayed, you can press the button to set it to "AUTO". ISO Speed Guide ISO Speed ISO 100 - ISO 400 ISO 400 - ISO 1600 ISO 1600 ISO 12800, H Shooting Situation (No flash) Flash Range Sunny outdoors Overcast skies or - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 121
noticeable, and the resolution will be lower than usual. If you use a high ISO speed and flash to shoot a close subject, manual exposure shooting). Even if you switch back to still photo shooting, the ISO speed will not revert to the original setting. Under [z3: ISO speed settings], you can use - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 122
If fill flash will cause overexposure, the minimum ISO 100 will be set (except in the a and F modes). *3 : Except in the A, 6, and F modes. *4 : When using bounce flash with an external Speedlite in the C, 2, 3, 4, 5, or d mode, the ISO speed will be set automatically within ISO 400 - ISO 1600. 122 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 123
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN 3 Setting the ISO Speed Range You can set the manually-settable ISO speed range (minimum and maximum limits). You can set the minimum limit within ISO 100 - ISO 12800 and the maximum limit within ISO - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 124
i: Setting the ISO SpeedN 3 Setting the ISO Speed Range for Auto ISO You can set the automatic ISO speed range for Auto ISO within ISO 100 - ISO 12800. You can set the minimum limit within ISO 100 - ISO 6400, and the maximum limit within ISO 200 - ISO 12800 in whole-stop increments. 1 Select [Auto - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 125
the automatically-set shutter speed is not too slow. This is convenient in the and modes when you use a wideangle lens to shoot a moving subject. You can minimize both camera shake and subject blur. 1 Select [Min. shutter spd.]. Select [Min. shutter spd.], then press . 2 Set the desired - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 126
, especially for blue skies, greenery, and sunsets in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes. If the desired color tone is not obtained with [Auto], use another Picture Style. P Standard The image looks vivid, sharp, and crisp. This is a general-purpose Picture Style suitable for most scenes. Q Portrait - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 127
color temperature of 5200 K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to match the subject's color. Images will appear dull and subdued. V Monochrome Creates black-and-white images. Black-and-white images shot in JPEG cannot be reverted to color. If you want to later shoot pictures in color, make sure - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 128
A Selecting a Picture StyleN Symbols The symbols of the Picture Style selection screen refer to parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. The numerals indicate the parameter settings, such as for [Sharpness] and [Contrast], for each Picture Style. Symbols g Sharpness h Contrast i Saturation j - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 129
StyleN You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters such as [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see page 131. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [z4] tab, select [Picture Style], then press . X The Picture - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 130
contrast +4: High saturation +4: Yellowish skin tone By selecting [Default set.] in step 3, you can revert the respective Picture Style to its default parameter settings. To use the adjusted Picture Style, first select the adjusted Picture Style, then shoot. 130 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 131
applied to a monochrome image, you can make white clouds or green trees stand out more. Filter N: None Ye: Yellow Or: Orange R: Red G: Green Sample Effects Normal black-and-white image with no filter effects. The blue sky will look more natural, and the white clouds will look crisper. The blue sky - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 132
such as sharpness and contrast. You can also adjust the parameters of a Picture Style that has been registered to the camera with EOS Utility (provided software, p.456). 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [z4] tab, select [Picture Style], then press . X The Picture Style selection screen will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 133
(provided software) will have only their modified parameters reverted to their default settings. To use the adjusted Picture Style, select the registered [User Def. *], then shoot. Regarding the procedure to register a Picture Style file to the camera, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 134
balance to match the light source or set it manually by shooting a white object. In Basic Zone modes U White fluorescent light D Flash use O Custom (p.135) P Color temperature (p.137) Color of lighting. With a digital camera, the color temperature is adjusted with software to make the white - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 135
specific light source for better accuracy. Perform this procedure under the actual light source to be used. 1 Shoot a white object. Look through the viewfinder and aim the entire dotted line box (shown in the illustration) over a plain, white object. Focus manually and the data will be imported. 135 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 136
images, and images shot with another camera. Instead of a white object, a gray chart or 18% gray reflector (commercially available) can produce a more accurate white balance. The personal white balance registered with the provided software will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 137
light source, set white balance correction (magenta or green) as necessary. If you set [P] to the reading taken with a commercially-available color temperature meter, take test shots and adjust the setting to compensate for the difference between the color temperature meter's reading and the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 138
. White Balance Correction 1 Select [WB Shift/Bkt.]. Under the [z3] tab, select [WB Shift/Bkt.], then press . Sample setting: A2, G1 2 Set the white balance correction. Use to move the " " mark to the desired position. B is for blue, A for amber, M for magenta, and G for green. The color in - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 139
amount. In step 2 for "White Balance Correction", when you turn the dial, the " " mark on the screen will change to " " (3 points). Turning the dial to the right sets the it takes longer to record the shot to the card. You can change the number of shots for white balance bracketing (p.366). "Bkt." stands - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 140
and the setting cannot be changed. Depending on the shooting conditions, noise may increase. If a setting other than [Disable] is set and you use exposure compensation or flash exposure compensation to darken the exposure, the image may still come out bright. If you want a darker exposure, set this - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 141
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 aligned and merged automatically into a single JPEG image. 3 Take the picture. The image will be recorded - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 142
camera shake, the noise reduction effect may be minimal. If you are handholding the camera, keep it steady to prevent camera shake. Using a tripod to the card will take cannot be selected. You cannot use AEB and WB bracketing. [ to the [8C.Fn II-5: AF-assist beam firing with the camera or print an - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 143
3 Setting Noise ReductionN Long Exposure Noise Reduction Noise reduction is possible with images exposed for 1 sec. or longer. 1 Select [Long exp. noise reduction]. Under the [z4] tab, select [Long exp. noise reduction], then press . 2 Set the desired setting. Select the desired setting, then - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 144
3 Setting Noise ReductionN With [Auto] and [Enable], the noise reduction process after the picture is taken may take the same amount of time as that for the exposure. Shooting is disabled when noise reduction is performed. Images taken at ISO 1600 or higher may look grainier with the [Enable] - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 145
], then press . 2 Select [Enable]. Select [Enable], then press . 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 with - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 146
. Depending on shooting conditions, noise may appear on the image periphery. The correction amount applied will be lower than the maximum correction amount settable with Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456). The higher the ISO speed, the lower the correction amount will be. 146 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 147
aberration corrected. If you play back a 1 image shot with the chromatic aberration corrected, the image will be displayed on the camera without the chromatic aberration correction applied. Check the chromatic aberration correction with Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456). 147 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 148
the camera. With 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, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual (p.459) on the Software Instruction Manual CD - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 149
3 Creating and Selecting a Folder You can freely create and select the folder where the captured images are to be saved. This operation is optional since a folder will be created automatically for saving captured images. Creating a Folder 1 Select [Select folder]. Under the [51] tab, select [ - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 150
manual reset (p.152) is executed, a new folder will be created automatically. Folders numbered from 100 to 999 can be created. Creating Folders with a Computer With the card "_". The space cannot be used. Also note that two folder names cannot share the same three-digit folder number (for example, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 151
or in the folder. If you want to use continuous file numbering, it is recommended that you use a newly-formatted card each time. File numbering after replacing the card File numbering after creating a folder Card-1 Card-2 Card-1 100 101 0051 0052 0051 0052 Next sequential file number - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 152
with the file numbering starting from 0001, use a newly formatted card each time. File numbering after replacing the card File numbering after creating a folder Card-1 Card-2 Card-1 100 101 0051 0001 0051 0001 File numbering is reset Manual Reset To reset the file numbering to 0001 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 153
3 Setting Copyright InformationN When you set the copyright information, it will be recorded to the image as Exif information. 1 Select [Copyright information]. Under the [54] tab, select [Copyright information], then press . 2 Select the option to be set. Select [Enter author's name] or [Enter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 154
information] in step 2 on the preceding page, you can delete the [Author] and [Copyright] information. You can also set or check the copyright information with EOS Utility (provided software, p.456). 154 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 155
will therefore be required. If the captured still photo was shot in the Adobe RGB color space, the first character in the file name will be an underscore "_". The ICC profile is not appended. Refer to explanations about the ICC profile in the Software Instruction Manual (p.459) on the CD-ROM. 155 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 156
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Advanced Operations In Creative Zone modes, you can set the shutter speed and/ or aperture to set the exposure as desired. By changing the camera settings, you can obtain various results. The M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that the function is available only in Creative - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 158
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 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus the subject. Look through the viewfinder and aim the AF point over the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 159
freely change the shutter speed and aperture combination (Program) set automatically by the camera while maintaining the same exposure. This is called Program shift. To shift the when the metering timer (0) ends (exposure setting display turns off). Program shift cannot be used with flash. 159 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 160
this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the standard exposure the desired shutter speed. While looking at the LCD panel, turn the dial. 3 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. X The aperture is set automatically. 4 Check the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 161
s: Shutter-Priority AE If the lower f/number blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture stops blinking or set a higher ISO speed. If the higher f/number blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the dial to set a faster shutter speed - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 162
this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to obtain the standard 2 Set the desired aperture. While looking at the LCD panel, turn the dial. 3 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. X The shutter speed is set automatically. 4 Check - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 163
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 field (range of acceptable focus). A higher f/number will make more of the foreground and background fall within acceptable focus. However, the viewfinder will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 164
in the viewfinder or use a commercially-available exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. * stands for Manual. 1 Set the Mode then turn the or dial. Standard exposure index Exposure level mark 4 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway. X The exposure setting - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 165
at the LCD panel, turn the or dial. q: Evaluative metering w: Partial metering r: Spot metering e: Center-weighted average metering q Evaluative metering This is a general-purpose metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 166
for metering a specific spot of the Evaluative metering), the exposure setting will be locked when you press the shutter button halfway and focus is achieved. In the w (Partial metering), r (Spot metering), and e (Center-weighted average metering) modes, the exposure is set when the photo - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 167
or darken (decreased exposure) the standard exposure set by the camera. Exposure compensation can be set in the d/s/f shooting modes. you want to set the exposure compensation setting beyond ±3 stops, use the Quick Control (p.50) or follow the instructions for [z3: Expo.comp./ AEB] on the next page. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 168
h Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)N By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera brackets the exposure up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three successive shots. This is called AEB. * AEB stands for Auto Exposure Bracketing. 1 Select [Expo. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 169
shutter button completely, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously and the camera will automatically stop shooting. When or is set, the three exposure level indicator will display or . AEB cannot be used with flash, [Multi Shot Noise Reduction], Creative Filters, or - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 170
A AE LockN Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering AF Point Selection Method (p.103-105) Automatic Selection Manual Selection AE lock is applied at the AF AE lock is applied at the point that achieved focus. selected AF point. wre AE lock is applied at - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 171
can be reduced (p.143). For bulb exposures, using a tripod and a remote switch (sold separately, p.184) is recommended. You can also use a remote controller (sold separately, p.184) for bulb exposures. When you press the remote controller's transmit button, the bulb exposure will start immediately - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 172
, the wider the dynamic range will be. To exit HDR shooting, select [Disable HDR]. Only the merged HDR image will be saved. The three images used to produce the merged HDR image will not be saved. You cannot select RAW and RAW+JPEG. The HDR mode cannot be set if RAW - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 173
is set to [Disable HDR]. 4 Set [Auto Image Align]. For handheld shooting, select [Enable]. When using a tripod, select [Disable], then press . 5 Take the picture. HDR shooting is possible with viewfinder shooting and Live will be captured, and the HDR image will be recorded to the card. 173 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 174
photos will be cropped, lowering the resolution slightly. Also, if the images cannot be aligned properly due to camera may be minimal. In such a case, using a tripod is recommended. Auto image alignment may not time to record the HDR image to the card than with normal shooting. During the processing - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 175
Reduction, the HDR mode or if you shoot a movie, multiple-exposure shooting cannot be set. If the Wi-Fi function is used, multiple-exposure shooting cannot be set. During multiple-exposure shooting, Auto Lighting Optimizer, highlight tone priority, peripheral illumination correction and chromatic - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 176
[Multi-expos ctrl]. Select the desired multiple-exposure control method, then press . Additive The exposure of each single exposure is added cumulatively. Based on the [No. of exposures], set a negative exposure compensation. Refer to the basic guide below to set a negative exposure compensation - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 177
P Multiple ExposuresN 5 Set [Continue Mult-exp]. Select either [1 shot only] or [Continuously], then press . With [1 shot only], multiple-exposure shooting will be canceled automatically after the shooting ends. With [Continuously], multipleexposure shooting continues until the setting in step 2 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 178
-exposure image recorded. If the power switch is set to , the battery is replaced, or if you switch to movie shooting after you set while you shoot multiple exposures, you cannot use the functions grayed out in the camera menu. If you connect the camera to a computer or printer, multiple-exposure - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 179
image for multi. expo.], then press . X The images on the card will be displayed. 2 Select an image. Turn the dial to select the image to be used as the first single exposure, then press . Select [OK]. X for the subsequent images. You cannot select an image taken with another camera. 179 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 180
P Multiple ExposuresN You can also select a 1 multiple-exposure image as the first single exposure. If you select [Deselect img], the selected image will be canceled. Checking and Deleting Multiple Exposures During Shooting Before you finish shooting the set number of exposures, you can press the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 181
1 41/61 1 1+JPEG 1+JPEG 41/61+JPEG 1+JPEG Can I merge images recorded on the card? With [Select image for multi. expo.], you can select the first single exposure from the images recorded auto power off will take effect as set with the camera, and multiple-exposure settings will be canceled. 181 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 182
2 Mirror LockupN Although using the self-timer or a remote switch can prevent camera shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations (mirror shock) can also help when you use a super telephoto lens or shoot close ups (macro photography). 1 Set [Mirror lockup] to [Enable]. Under the [z2] tab, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 183
the Eyepiece Cover When you use the self-timer, bulb, or a remote switch and do not look through the viewfinder, stray light entering the viewfinder can cause the image to look dark. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover (p.27) attached to the camera strap. During Live View shooting and movie - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 184
remote switch's instruction manual. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect the plug to the remote control terminal. R Remote Control Shooting With Remote Controller RC-6 (sold separately), you can shoot remotely up to approx. 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. You can either shoot immediately or use - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 185
the LCD panel and turn the dial to select or . 5 Press the remote controller's transmit button. Point the remote controller toward the camera's remote control sensor and press the transmit button. X The self-timer lamp lights up and the picture is taken. Fluorescent or LED lighting may - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 186
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Flash Photography This chapter explains how to use the built-in flash and external Speedlites (EX-series, sold separately), how to set flash settings with the menu, and how to use the built-in flash for wireless flash shooting. Flash cannot be used with movie shooting. (It will not fire.) 187 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 188
flash output will be set automatically (autoflash exposure) to match the manually-set aperture. The shutter speed will be set automatically between 1/250 the camera, keep it steady to prevent camera shake. Using a tripod is recommended. To prevent a slow shutter speed, under [z2: Flash control], set - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 189
D Using the Built-in Flash Effective Range of Built-in Flash [Approx. in meters/feet] ISO Speed EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Wide Angle: f/3.5 Telephoto: f/5.6 100 1-3.4/3.3-11.2 1-2.1/3.3-7.0 200 1-4.8/3.3-15.9 1-3.0/3.3-9.9 400 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 190
the Built-in Flash 3 Red-eye Reduction Using the red-eye reduction lamp before flash photography can reduce red eye. Red-eye reduction will function in any flash exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. 1 Press the button. (7) X The Quick Control screen will appear. 190 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 191
in effect even after you set the power switch to . You can also set flash exposure compensation with [Built-in flash settings] in [z2: Flash control] (p.195). The camera can also be used to set the external Speedlite's flash exposure compensation in the same way as with the built-in flash. 191 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 192
Using and look in the viewfinder to check that the icon is lit. 2 Focus the subject. 3 Press the button. (8) Aim the viewfinder center over preflash is fired and the required flash output is calculated and retained in memory. 4 Take the picture. Compose the shot and press the shutter button - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 193
an External Speedlite EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlites Flash photography with EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) is as easy as with built-in flash. For detailed instructions, refer to the EX-series Speedlite's instruction manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 194
a Speedlite that has manual flash mode, shoot in the manual flash mode. Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The camera can synchronize with non-Canon compact flash units at 1/250 sec. and slower speeds. With large studio flash units, be sure to test the flash synchronization before shooting with - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 195
's Custom Functions. If you use an external Speedlite, attach the Speedlite to the camera and turn on the Speedlite before setting the flash functions. For details on the external Speedlite's flash functions, refer to the Speedlite's instruction manual. 1 Select [Flash control]. Under the [z2] tab - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 196
background may come out dark. : 1/250 sec. (fixed) The flash sync speed is fixed at 1/250 sec. This more effectively prevents subject blur and camera shake than with [1/250-1/60sec. auto]. However, in low light, the subject's background will come out darker than with [1/250-1/60sec. auto]. If [1/250 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 197
to [E-TTL II]. This enables autoexposure shooting with the built-in flash. To set the flash output level manually, select [Manual flash]. Select shutter button completely, and once immediately before the exposure ends. When using second-curtain synchronization, set the shutter speed to 1/25 sec. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 198
same setting as step 3 in "Flash Exposure Compensation" on page 190 can be set. Wireless functions With wireless flash photography (via optical transmission), you can use the built-in flash to control an external Speedlite. For details, see "Using Wireless Flash" on page 203. 198 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 199
the Speedlite's instruction manual. Sample display Wireless II flash metering] is the standard mode of EX-series Speedlites for automatic flash shooting. The [Manual flash] mode is for setting the Speedlite's [Flash output level] yourself. Regarding other flash modes, refer to the instruction manual - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 200
optical transmission. For details on wireless flash, refer to the instruction manual of a Speedlite compatible with the wireless flash shooting. Flash ] is set, the flash can be used at all shutter speeds. This is especially effective for portraits using fill flash when you want to give - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 201
refer to the instruction manual of a Speedlite compatible with flash exposure bracketing. When using second-curtain synchronization, only set the following: [Flash firing], [E-TTL II meter.], and [Flash exposure compensation] under [External camera (Quick Control or External flash function settings). If it - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 202
Settings For details on the external Speedlite's Custom Functions, refer to the Speedlite's instruction manual. 1 Select [External flash C.Fn setting]. Select [External flash C.Fn setting (P.Fn) cannot be set or canceled with the camera's [Flash control] screen. Set it with the Speedlite. 202 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 203
your Speedlite (slave unit), refer to its instruction manual and set it as follows. The settings other than the ones below for the slave unit's control are all set with the camera. Different types of Canon Speedlite slave units can be used and controlled together. (1) Set the external Speedlite as - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 204
power off To cancel the slave unit's auto power off, press the camera's button. If you are using manual flash firing, press the slave unit's test firing button to cancel the auto power off. The camera's master unit function cannot be used for wireless flash shooting with radio transmission. 204 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 205
Set Automatic (E-TTL II Multiple - autoflash) Multiple Set Used Used p.209 p.210 p.211 • Flash exposure compensation • FE lock p.212 Setting Wireless Functions Firing Group 0 1 All 0:3 - 0 1 All 0 1(A:B) 0+3 1 All and 2 0+3 1(A:B)2 Manual Flash External Speedlite Quantity - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 206
Using Wireless FlashN Fully Automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite This shows the . For wireless flash shooting, be sure to raise the built-in flash. 2 Select [Flash control]. Under the [z2] tab, select [Flash control]. 3 Select [Built-in flash settings]. Select [Built-in flash settings]. 206 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 207
] to [1All]. 8 Take the picture. Set the camera and take the picture in the same way as with normal flash shooting. To terminate wireless flash shooting, set [Wireless func.] to [Disable]. Setting [E-TTL II meter.] to [Evaluative] is recommended. Firing a test flash is not possible with the slave - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 208
Using Wireless FlashN Fully Automatic Shooting with One External Speedlite and the Built-in Flash This is fully automatic wireless flash shooting with one external Speedlite - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 209
: Flash mode : E-TTL II Wireless func. :0 Channel : (Same as slave units) [1All] Using multiple slave Speedlites as one flash unit This is convenient when you need a large flash output. All the slave units will fire at the same output and be controlled - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 210
Using Wireless FlashN [1 (A:B)] Multiple slave units in multiple groups 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 211
Using Wireless FlashN Fully Automatic Shooting with the Built-in Flash and wireless flash setups of multiple Speedlites complemented with the built-in flash. 1 Basic settings: Flash mode : E-TTL II Wireless func. :0+3 Channel : (Same as slave units) 2 Set [Firing group]. Select [1All and 2] - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 212
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 that can be set (see below) will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] and [ - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 213
Using Wireless FlashN Setting the Flash Output Manually for Wireless Flash Shooting When [Flash mode] is set to [Manual flash], flash exposure can be set manually. The flash output settings that can be set ([1 flash output], [Group A output], etc.) will differ depending on the [Wireless func.] - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 214
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handholding the camera, see page 76. Remote Live View Shooting With EOS Utility (provided software, p.456) installed in your computer, you can connect the camera to the computer and shoot remotely while viewing the computer screen. For details, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (p.459) on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 216
depth-of-field preview button. During continuous shooting, the exposure set for the first shot will also be applied to subsequent shots. You can also use a remote controller (sold separately, p.184) for Live View shooting. 216 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 217
Temperatures (0°C / 32°F) No Flash 230 210 50% Flash Use 210 200 The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6 and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, continuous Live View shooting is possible for approx - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 218
burst/Number of remaining multiple exposures Battery check AF point (FlexiZone - Single) Histogram Quick control White balance Picture Style Auto Lighting exposure compensation Aperture Eye-Fi card transmission status GPS connection indicator Exposure level indicator/AEB range Digital compass 218 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 219
not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. The use of a tripod is recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camera in very hot places. The histogram can be displayed - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 220
Color Gray Blue Sky Included Backlit Light blue Sunset *3 *3 Orange Spotlight Dark Dark blue With Tripod *4*5 *3 *4*5 *3 *1: Displayed only when the AF method is set to [u+Tracking]. If The shooting scene is dark, it is a night scene, and the camera is mounted on a tripod. 220 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 221
A Shooting with the LCD Monitor *5: Displayed with any of the lenses below: • EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II • EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II • EF300mm f/2.8L IS II USM • EF400mm f/2.8L IS II USM • Image Stabilizer lenses marketed in 2012 or later. *4+*5:If the conditions in both *4 and *5 are met, the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 222
When the Quick mode is set, you can press the button to select the AF area selection mode. With single-point AF (manual selection) and Zone AF, you can use , , or to select an AF point or zone. When you set w (Partial metering) or r (Spot metering), a metering circle will be displayed - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 223
Shooting Function Settings Q Quick Control In Creative Zone modes, you can set the AF method Select a function and set it. Press the key to select a function. X The selected function and Feature guide (p.69) will appear. Set it by pressing the key. In the mode, select the shooting mode - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 224
filter effect (Grainy B/W, Soft focus, Fish-eye effect, Art bold effect, Water painting effect, Toy camera effect, or Miniature effect) 1 Set any shooting mode except or . 2 Press the button. (7) X Quick Control will appear. 3 Select [ ]. Press the key to select [ ] (Creative filters) - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 225
the filter applied. When you set a Creative filter, single shooting will take effect even if the drive mode has been set to , , or . You cannot use a Creative filter if the recording quality is RAW+JPEG or RAW, or if you have set AEB, white balance bracketing, or Multi Shot Noise Reduction - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 226
U Shooting with Filter Effects Creative Filter Characteristics Grainy B/W Creates a grainy black-and-white photo. You can change the blackand-white effect by adjusting the contrast. Soft focus Gives the image a soft look. You can change the degree of softness by adjusting the blur. Fish-eye effect - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 227
Filter Effects Toy camera effect Darkens the photo's corners and applies a color tone that makes it look as if it was shot by a toy camera. You can the LCD monitor will be different from the actual image. With the Soft focus and Miniature effects, the blur effect displayed on the LCD monitor may not - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 228
]. The camera attains rough focus of the subject continuously. This makes it quicker to achieve focus when you press the shutter button halfway. If [Enable] is set, the lens will operate constantly and consume more battery power. This will reduce the number of possible shots (battery - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 229
focus and take the picture automatically. For details, see page 245. Grid display With [3x3 l] or [6x4 m], you can display grid lines to help you level the camera ratio when you process the RAW image with the camera and the provided software. Image Quality Aspect Ratio and Pixel Count (approx.) - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 230
slightly different from the recorded area. Check the captured images on the LCD monitor when shooting. If you use a different camera to directly print images shot with this camera in the 1:1 aspect ratio, the images may not be correctly printed. Exposure simulationN Exposure simulation simulates and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 231
. When using a non-Canon flash unit, set it to [Disable]. The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2]. If [Mode 2] is set and you use a Remote Controller (p.184), the operation will be the same as with [Mode 1]. With the TS-E17mm f/4L or TS-E24mm f/3.5L II lens, you can use [Mode - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 232
will stop Live View shooting. To start Live View shooting again, press the button. • Selecting [z4: Dust Delete Data], [54: Sensor cleaning], [54: Clear all camera settings], or [54: z firmware ver.]. • Changing the shooting mode (example: Basic Zone modes ↔ Creative Zone modes). 232 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 233
depending on the lens used and functions selected, such as movie digital zoom or magnified view. This can greatly affect the AF speed and the camera may take a longer time to focus (phase-difference detection generally allows faster AF focusing). For details, refer to Canon Web site. Selecting the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 234
face to be focused. If multiple faces are detected, will be displayed. Use to move the frame over the face you want to focus on. You camera will switch to [FlexiZone - Multi] with automatic selection (p.236). 3 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. X When focus is - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 235
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) If the subject's face is significantly out of focus, face detection will not be possible. You You can press or the button to display the AF point < > at the center and use to move the AF point. Since AF is not possible with a face detected near the edge of - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 236
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) FlexiZone - Multi:o You can focus over a wide area with up to 31 AF points (automatic selection). This wide area can also be divided into 9 zones for focusing (zone selection). 1 Display the Live View image. Press the button. X The Live View image will appear on the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 237
is not achieved, the area frame will turn orange. 4 Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the picture (p.216). If the camera does not focus the desired target subject with automatic AF point selection, switch the AF method to zone selection - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 238
Using AF to Focus (AF Method) FlexiZone - Single: d The camera focuses with a single AF point. This is effective when you want to focus a particular subject. AF 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 239
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.216). 239 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 240
be magnified. Press the shutter button halfway to focus while in magnified view. This is effective when the camera is attached to a tripod and you need to attain very precise focus. If focusing is difficult in magnified view, return to the normal display and use AF. Note that the AF speed may differ - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 241
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 very far out of focus. Soft focus effect is applied with a soft focus lens. A special effect filter is used. Noise (spots, banding, etc.) appears on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 242
. The AF-assist beam will not be emitted. However, if an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) equipped with an LED light is used, the LED light will turn on for AF-assist when necessary. During magnified view, camera shake may make it harder to achieve focus. Using a tripod is recommended. 242 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 243
AF mode (p.100), 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 during the AF operation. In AF area selection modes other than 19-point automatic selection AF, you can manually select the AF - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 244
in the direction you tilt . If you press , the center AF point (or center Zone) will be selected. You can also use the and dials to select the AF point. 3 Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. X The Live View image will turn - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 245
face or subject on the screen. X At the point you tap, the camera will focus in the AF method that was set (p.233-244). X When focus is achieved, the AF point turns green and the picture is taken automatically. If focus is not achieved, the AF point will turn orange. Tap the face or - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 246
press] is set to [Metering start] or [AE lock (while button pressed)] under [8 C.Fn III-4: Custom Controls], autofocusing does not take effect. You can also set the touch shutter with [A1: Touch shutter]. To take will stop the exposure. Be careful not to shake the camera when tapping the screen. 246 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 247
You can magnify the image and focus precisely with manual focus. 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly. 2 Display the magnifying frame. Press position Magnification While in magnified view, you can use to scroll around in magnified view. 247 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 248
MF: Focusing Manually 5 Focus manually. While looking at the magnified image, turn the lens focusing ring to focus. After achieving focus, press the button to return to the normal view. 6 Take the picture. Check the focus and exposure, then press the shutter button completely to take the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 249
the image. If Live View shooting is used continuously for a prolonged period, the camera's internal temperature may rise, and image indicates that the image quality of still photos will deteriorate. You should exit Live View shooting and allow the camera's internal temperature to cool before shooting - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 250
light source. If you point the camera in a different direction, it may throw in the picture, the bright area may appear black on the LCD monitor. However, the actual captured focus preset function is possible for Live View shooting only when using a (super) telephoto lens equipped with the focus - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 251
switch to . The movie recording format will be MOV. For cards that can record movies, see page 3. If you handhold the camera and shoot movies, camera shake can cause blurred movies. Using a tripod is recommended. To shoot while handholding the camera, see page 76. If [53: Wi-Fi] is set to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 252
than , autoexposure control will take effect focus with AF or manual focus (p.233-248). 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 253
Also, the scene icon for the scene detected by the camera is displayed on the upper left of the screen (p.255 for the time length set with [Z1: Metering timer]. After applying AE lock during movie shooting, you can the exposure setting for taking a still photo (p.258). The exposure setting for movie - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 254
still photo Using an EX-series Speedlite (Sold Separately) Equipped with an LED Light With autoexposure (modes other than a) movie shooting, the camera will automatically turn on the Speedlite's LED light under low-light conditions. For details, refer to the EX-series Speedlite's instruction manual - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 255
k Shooting Movies Scene Icons During movie shooting in a Basic Zone mode, an icon representing the scene detected by the camera will be displayed and the shooting will be adapted to that scene. For certain scenes or shooting conditions, the icon displayed may not match the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 256
speed, aperture, and ISO speed for movie shooting. Using manual exposure to shoot movies is for advanced users. 1 cannot be set, set the switch downward, then turn the or dial. 5 Focus and shoot the movie. The procedure is the same as steps 3 and 4 for "Autoexposure Shooting" (p.252). - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 257
ISO speed (displayed as [H]). Under [ISO speed range], if [Maximum] is set to [H (25600)] and you switch from still photo shooting to movie shooting, the maximum ISO speed for the manual ISO range during movie shooting will be H (equivalent to ISO 12800). It cannot be expanded to ISO 25600. Changing - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 258
time Battery check AF point (FlexiZone - Single) Auto Lighting Optimizer Quick Control White balance Picture Style Movie recording size Compression method Digital zoom Recording level: Manual Movie Servo AF Frame rate AE lock LED light Shutter speed Image-recording quality Level meter Eye-Fi card - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 259
prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. The use of a tripod is recommended for people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camera in very hot places. Do not point the camera toward an intense light - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 260
shooting), still photo shooting will take effect. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, the total movie shooting time will be approx. 1 hr. 20 min. at room temperature (23°C / 73°F) and at low temperatures (0°C / 32°F). The focus preset function is possible for movie shooting when using a (super - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 261
recorded as separate files on the card. Functions particular to still photo shooting are shown below. Other functions will be the same as for movie shooting. Function Settings Image-recording quality As set in [z1: Image quality]. When the movie recording size is [1920x1080] or [1280x720], the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 262
want to shoot still photos continuously during movie shooting, using a high-speed card is recommended. Setting a smaller imagerecording quality for still photos and shooting fewer continuous still photos are also recommended. You can shoot still photos in all drive modes. The self-timer can be set - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 263
or button, the setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor and you can turn the or dial to set the respective shooting function. During manual exposure shooting (p.256), you can press the button to set the ISO speed. Note that metering mode cannot be set. 263 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 264
Function Settings Q Quick Control In Creative Zone modes, you can set the AF method, Drive mode, Movie recording size, Digital zoom, White balance, it. Press the key to select a function. X The selected function and Feature guide (p.69) will appear. Set it by pressing the key. To set the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 265
Australia, etc.). 4 : Mainly for motion pictures. Compression Method X IPB : Compresses multiple frames at a time efficiently for recording. Since the file size will be smaller than with ALL-I, you can shoot longer. W ALL-I (I-only) : Compresses one frame at a time for recording. Although the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 266
Size Total Movie Recording Time and File Size Per Minute Movie Recording Size 654 X A 654 W 87 X B 87 W C 65 X Total Recording Time (approx.) 4 GB Card 8 GB Card 16 GB Card 16 min. 32 min. 1 hr. 4 min. 5 min. 11 min. 22 min. 18 An increase of the camera's internal temperature may cause movie - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 267
press the shutter button halfway, the camera will focus with [FlexiZone - Single] (fixed at center). To cancel digital zoom, set [Disable] in step 2. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. If you use movie digital zoom, contrast-detection AF will be used regardless of the lens used. The AF speed will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 268
level is adjusted automatically. Auto level control will operate automatically in response to the sound level. [Manual] : For advanced users. You can adjust so that the level meter sometimes lights up the "12" (-12 dB) mark on the right for the loudest sounds. If it exceeds "0", the sound will be - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 269
Sound Recording Using the Microphone The built-in microphone records stereo sound. Stereo sound recording is also possible by connecting an external stereo microphone (commercially-available) equipped with a miniature stereo plug (φ3.5 mm) to the camera's external microphone IN terminal (p.20). In - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 270
units: hours, minutes, seconds, and frames. It is mainly used during movie editing. Set the time code with [Z2: Time Manual input setting] and [Set to camera time]. It will be "00:00:00." or "00:00:00:" (p.272). [Set to camera time] : Sets hours, minutes, and seconds to match the camera - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 271
3 Setting the Time Code Movie Recording Count You can select what to display on the movie-shooting screen. [Rec time] : Indicates the elapsed time from the start of the movie shooting. [Time code] : Indicates the time code during movie shooting. Movie Playback Count You can select what to display on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 272
3 Setting the Time Code Drop Frame If the frame rate setting is 6 (29.97 fps) or 8 (59.94 fps), the time code's frame count causes a discrepancy between the actual time and time code. This discrepancy can be corrected automatically. This correction function is called drop frame. [Enable] : The - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 273
consume battery power and shorten the movie shooting time (p.266). • With certain lenses, the lens operation noise during focusing may be recorded. To reduce the recording of the lens operation noise, use a commercially-available external microphone. With EF-S1855mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM or EF-S18-135mm - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 274
focus at a specific button. • Under [8C.Fn III-4: Custom controls], if a button is assigned with [AF stop camera. • Also see "Shooting Conditions that Make Focusing Difficult" on page 241. Movie Servo AF will pause during zooming or magnified view. Movie Servo AF will not work during movie digital - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 275
3 Menu Function Settings Silent LV shootingN This function applies to still photo shooting. For details, see page 231. Metering timerN You can change how long the exposure setting is displayed (AE lock time). 275 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 276
or [6x4 m], you can display grid lines to help you level the camera vertically or horizontally. Also, with [3x3+diag n], the grid is displayed size You can set the movie recording size (image size, frame rate, and compression method). For details, see page 265. Digital zoom You can use digital - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 277
3 Shooting Video Snapshots A video snapshot is a short video clip lasting about 2 sec., 4 sec., or 8 sec. A series of video snapshots can be strung together to form a video snapshot album to show highlights of a trip, event, etc. A video snapshot album can also be played together with background - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 278
then press . 4 Select [Create a new album]. Select [Create a new album], then press . Shooting duration 5 Select the snapshot length. Press and use the key to select the snapshot's length, then press . 6 Select [OK]. Select [OK], then press . Press the button to exit the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 279
3 Shooting Video Snapshots Creating a Video Snapshot Album 7 Shoot the first video snapshot. Press the button, then shoot. X The blue bar indicating the shooting duration will gradually decrease. After the set shooting duration elapses, the shooting stops automatically. X The confirmation dialog - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 280
3 Shooting Video Snapshots Options in Steps 8 and 9 Function Description JSave as album (Step 8) The movie clip will be saved as the video snapshot album's first video snapshot. JAdd to album (Step 9) The video snapshot just shot will be added to the album recorded immediately before. W Save - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 281
3 Shooting Video Snapshots [Playback video snapshot] Operations Function 7 Play Playback Description By pressing , you can play or pause the justrecorded video snapshot. 5 First frame Displays the first scene of the album's first video snapshot. Skip backward* Each time you press , the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 282
video snapshot shooting screen will appear. 3 Shoot the video snapshot. Go to "Creating a Video Snapshot Album" (p.279). You cannot select an album shot with another camera. 282 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 283
be created for subsequent video snapshots. • Changing the [Movie rec. size]. • Changing the [Sound rec.] setting from [Auto/Manual] to [Disable] or from [Disable] to [Auto/Manual]. • Updating the firmware. You cannot take still photos while shooting a video snapshot. The shooting duration of a video - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 284
on the camera (p.309, 312). To play background music, you must first copy the background music to the card using EOS Utility (provided software). For information on how to copy the background music, refer to the Software Instruction Manual on the CDROM. Music recorded on the memory card must be - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 285
3 Shooting Video Snapshots Editing an Album After shooting, you can rearrange, delete, or play back the video snapshots in the album. 1 Select [X]. On the movie playback panel displayed, select [X] (Edit), then press . X The editing screen will be displayed. 2 Select an editing operation. Select - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 286
the battery level is low, editing albums is not possible. Use a fullycharged battery. Provided Software Usable with Albums EOS Video Snapshot Task: Enables the editing of albums. This add-on function for ImageBrowser EX is automatically downloaded from the Internet using the auto update function - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 287
Image Stabilizer consumes battery power and may shorten the total movie shooting time or decrease the number of possible shots. If you use a tripod or if the , shoot movies with manual exposure. If there is a very bright light source in the picture, the bright area may appear black on the LCD monitor - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 288
hardly go upward. First, shoot a few test movies to see if the card can write fast enough. Still Photo Shooting during Movie Shooting Regarding the image quality of still photos, see "Image Quality" on page 249. Playback and TV connection If you connect the camera to a TV set (p.316, 319) and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 289
explains how to play back and erase photos and movies, how to display them on a TV screen, and other playback-related functions. 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 290
x Image Playback Single-Image Display 1 Play back the image. Press the button. X The last captured image or last image played back will appear. 2 Select an image. To play back images starting with the last image, turn the dial counterclockwise. To play back images starting with the first - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 291
x Image Playback 3 Exit the image playback. Press the button to exit the image playback and return to shooting-ready state. 3 Grid Display On the single-image display, you can overlay a playback grid. With [33: Playback grid], you can select [3x3 l], [6x4 m], or [3x3+diag n]. This function is - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 292
Display Sample Still Photo Taken date and time White balance correction File size * When you shoot in RAW+JPEG image quality, the RAW image file size Reduction. * For still photos taken during movie shooting, will be displayed. * For images developed with the camera's RAW processing function, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 293
B: Shooting Information Display Sample Still Photo Taken in a Basic Zone Sample Movie Information Display Shooting time, Playback time/ Time code Playback Shutter speed Shooting mode Aperture Movie recording size Movie file size Frame rate Compression method * If manual exposure was used - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 294
exposure compensation to a negative amount and shoot again. AF Point Display When [33: AF point disp.] is set to [Enable], the AF point that achieved focus will be displayed in red. If automatic AF point selection was used, multiple AF points may be displayed at the same time. 294 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 295
saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with [33: Histogram disp.]. [Brightness] Display This histogram is a graph showing the Sample Histograms distribution of the image's brightness level. The horizontal axis indicates the brightness level (darker on the left and brighter on the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 296
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 Switch to the index display. During image playback, press the button. X The 4-image index display will appear. The - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 297
X You can browse by the method that was set. To search images according to the shooting date, select [Date]. To search images according to folder, select [Folder]. If the card contains both movies and still photos, select [Movies] or [Stills] to display only one or the other. If no images match the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 298
be reduced to the single-image display. Magnified area position 2 Scroll around the image. Use to scroll around the magnified image. To exit magnified view, press the button view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. A movie cannot be magnified. 298 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 299
d Playing Back with the Touch Screen The LCD monitor is a touch-sensitive panel that you can touch with your fingers for various playback operations. First, press the button to play back images. Browsing Images Swipe with one finger. With single-image display, touch the LCD monitor with one - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 300
reduce the image, pinch your fingers together on the screen. Tapping the [2] icon will return to the single-image display. Touch screen operations on the camera's LCD monitor are also possible while playing back images on a TV set connected to your - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 301
b Rotating the Image You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation. 1 Select [Rotate image]. Under the [31] tab, select [Rotate image], then press . 2 Select an image. Turn the dial to select the image to be rotated. You can also select an image in the index display (p.296). 3 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 302
3 Setting Ratings You can rate images (still photos and movies) with one of five rating marks: l/m/n/o/p. This function is called rating. 1 Select [Rating]. Under the [32] tab, select [Rating], then press . 2 Select an image. Turn the dial to select the image - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 303
rating. With [32: Slide show], you can play back only images with a specific rating. With Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456), you can select only images with a specific rating (still photos only). With Windows 7 or Windows Vista, etc., you can see each file's rating as part - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 304
be set. * Not selectable if [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Disable]. 1 Press the button. During image playback, press the button. X The Quick Control options will appear. 2 Select a function and set it. Press the key to select a function. X The setting of the selected function is displayed at - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 305
the [b Rotate image] setting will be recorded to the image, but the camera will not rotate the image for display. Pressing the button during the index display will switch to the single-image display and the Quick Control screen will appear. Pressing the button again will return to the index - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 306
's first and last scenes, and play back the still photos and movies on the card in an automatic slide show. A movie edited with a computer cannot be rewritten to the card and played back with the camera. However, video snapshot albums edited with EOS Video Snapshot Task (p.286) can be played on the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 307
on the card can be transferred to a computer and played with ImageBrowser EX (provided software). To have the movie play back smoothly on a computer, use a highperformance computer. Regarding the computer hardware requirements for ImageBrowser EX, refer to the PDF file ImageBrowser EX User Guide. If - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 308
can adjust the sound volume by turning the dial even during movie playback. For more details on the playback procedure, see the next page. The camera may not be able to play movies shot with another - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 309
music is set, the movie's sound will not be played. With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, the continuous playback time at room temperature (23°C / 73°F) will be as follows: approx. 4 hours. If you connect the camera to a TV set to play a movie (p.316, 319), adjust the sound volume with - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 310
X Editing a Movie's First and Last Scenes Playback with the Touch Screen Tap [7] at the center of the screen. X The movie will start playing. To display the movie playback panel, tap on the upper left of the screen. To pause the movie while it is playing, tap the screen. The movie playback - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 311
by [ ] on the top of the screen), the actual position where the movie is edited may differ from the position you specified. If the card does not have enough free space, [New file] will not be available. When the battery level is low, movie editing is not possible. Use a fullycharged battery. 311 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 312
Show (Auto Playback) You can play back the images on the card as an automatic slide show. 1 Select [Slide show]. Under to select one of the following: [jAll images]/ [kMovies]/[zStills]. Then press . [Date]/[Folder]/[Rating] Press the key to select one of the following: [iDate]/[nFolder]/ - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 313
Item jAll images iDate nFolder kMovies zStills 9Rating Playback Description All the still photos and movies on the card will be played back. Still photos and movies taken on the selected shooting date will be played back. Still photos and movies in the selected folder will be played back. Only the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 314
the upper left of the image. Press again to resume the slide show. During auto playback, you can press the button to change the still photo display format (p.290). During movie playback, you can adjust the sound volume by turning the dial. During auto playback or pause, you can turn the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 315
the dial. To delete a background music track, press the key and select the track, then press the button. Upon purchase, the camera does not have background music. The procedure to copy background music to a card is explained in the EOS Utility instruction manual on the CD-ROM. 315 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 316
a TV Set You can view still photos and movies on a TV set. Viewing on High-Definition (HD) TV Sets (Connected with HDMI) HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required. 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the camera. With the plug's logo facing the front of the camera, insert it into the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 317
the stereo AV cable AVC-DC400ST (sold separately) to connect to the TV. Using HDMI CEC TV Sets If the TV set connected to the camera with an HDMI cable is compatible with HDMI CEC*, you can use the TV set's remote control for playback operations. * An HDMI-standard function enabling HDMI devices to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 318
the camera's button. X An image will appear on the TV screen and you can use the TV's remote control to play back images. 4 Select an image. Point the remote control toward the TV set and press the / button to select an image. 5 Still photo playback menu Press the remote control's Enter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 319
is required. 1 Connect the AV cable to the camera. With the plug's logo facing the back of the camera, insert it into the terminal. (Red) screen. (Nothing will be displayed on the camera's LCD monitor.) To play back movies, see page 308. Do not use any AV cable other than the Stereo AV - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 320
K Protecting Images Protecting an image prevents it from being erased accidentally. 3 Protecting a Single Image 1 Select [Protect images]. Under the [31] tab, select [Protect images], then press . 2 Select [Select images]. Select [Select images], then press . X An image will be displayed. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 321
[Unprotect all images in folder] or [Unprotect all images on card]. If you format the card (p.57), the protected images will also be erased. Movies can also be protected. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera's erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first cancel - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 322
L Erasing Images You can either select and erase unnecessary images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.320) 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 323
the image. Press the button. Select [OK], then press . X The selected images will be erased. 3 Erasing All Images in a Folder or on a Card You can erase all the images in a folder or on a card at one time. When [31: Erase images] is set to [All images in folder] or [All images on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 324
Changing Image Playback Settings 3 Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to make it easier to read. 1 Select [LCD brightness]. Under the [52] tab, select [LCD brightness], then press . 2 Adjust the brightness. While referring to the gray chart, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 325
rotated for the image review. If the vertical image is taken while the camera is pointed up or down, the image may not be rotated automatically for playback. If the vertical image is not automatically rotated on the computer screen, it means the software you are using is unable to rotate - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 326
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that the function is available only in Creative Zone modes (d/ s/f/a/F). The camera may not be able to process images taken with another camera. Post-processing images as described in this chapter is not possible if the camera is set for multiple exposures, or while it is connected to a computer - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 328
conditions to create any number of JPEG images from it. Note that 41 and 61 images cannot be processed with the camera. Use Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456) to process those images. 1 Select [RAW image processing]. Under the [31] tab, select [RAW image processing], then press - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 329
:9], or [1:1] will be displayed in the respective aspect ratio. JPEG images will also be saved in the set aspect ratio. When Wi-Fi function is used, RAW image processing cannot be performed. 329 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 330
difficult to discern, magnify the image (p.329). Image quality (p.116) You can set the image quality when converting an image to JPEG format. The image size displayed, such as [***M ****x****], has a 3:2 aspect ratio. The pixel count of each aspect ratio is indicated in the table on page 334. 330 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 331
four corners. The peripheral illumination correction applied with the camera will be less pronounced than with Digital Photo Professional (provided software) and may be less apparent. In such a case, use Digital Photo Professional to apply the peripheral illumination correction. Chromatic aberration - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 332
lens data has not been registered in the camera, use EOS Utility (provided software, p.456) to register the lens data. Processing RAW images in the camera will not produce the same results as processing RAW images with Digital Photo Professional. When processing images with [Distortion correction - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 333
you can switch to the index display and select an image. 3 Select the desired image size. Press to display the image sizes. Press the key to select the desired image size, then press . Target sizes 4 Save the image. Select [OK] to save the resized image. Check the destination folder and - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 334
According to Original Image Size Original Image Available Resize Settings Size 4 a b c 3 k k k k 4 k k k a k k b k Image Sizes The image size displayed in step 3 on (310,000 pixels) (290,000 pixels) (230,000 pixels) When Wi-Fi function is used, resizing is not possible. 334 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 335
to an image and save it as a new image: Grainy B/W, Soft focus, Fish-eye effect, Art bold effect, Water painting effect, Toy camera effect, and Miniature effect. 1 Select [Creative filters]. Under the [x1 to look sharp, then press . While Wi-Fi is used, Creative filters cannot be applied. 335 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 336
will be saved in the aspect ratio that was set. Creative Filter Characteristics Grainy B/W Creates a grainy black-and-white photo. You can change the blackand-white effect by adjusting the contrast. Soft focus Gives the image a soft look. You can change the degree of softness by adjusting the blur - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 337
not be rendered with a smooth gradation and may look irregular or have significant noise. Toy camera effect Darkens the photo's corners and applies a color tone that makes it look as if it was shot by a toy camera. You can change the color cast by adjusting the color tone. Miniature effect Creates - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 338
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so that the dust spots remaining can be erased automatically by Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456). Smudges adhering to the front of the sensor Besides dust entering the camera from outside, in rare cases lubricant from the camera's internal parts may adhere to the front of the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 340
. (A small sound may be heard.) Although there will be a shutter sound, no picture is taken. For best results, perform the sensor cleaning with the camera placed upright and stable on a table or other flat surface. Even if you repeat the sensor cleaning, the result will not improve much. Immediately - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 341
the dust spots later. The Dust Delete Data is used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456) to erase the dust spots automatically. Preparation distance scale, look at the front of the lens and turn the focusing ring clockwise all the way. Obtaining the Dust Delete Data 1 Select - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 342
thereafter. Before an important shoot, it is recommended to update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. For details about using Digital Photo Professional (provided software, p.456) to erase dust spots, refer to the Software Instruction Manual (p.459) on the CD-ROM. The Dust Delete Data - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 343
. 5 End the cleaning. Set the power switch to . If you use a battery, make sure it is fully charged. If the battery grip with sizeAA/LR6 batteries is attached, manual sensor cleaning will not be possible. For the power source, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately) is recommended. 343 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 344
switch to . • Removing or inserting the battery. The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. Clean the sensor with care. Use a plain blower without any brush attached. A brush can scratch the sensor. Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens mount. If the power is - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 345
images on the card. The camera is compatible with "wPictBridge", which is the standard for direct printing. You can also use a wireless LAN to send images to a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) printer and print them. For details, refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual. Digital Print Order Format - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 346
printer. For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 3 Connect the Camera to the Printer. Use the interface cable provided with the camera. Connect the cable to the camera's terminal with the cable plug's icon facing the front of the camera. To connect to the printer, refer to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 347
it is fully charged. With a fully-charged battery, printing up to approx. 4 hours is possible. Before disconnecting the cable, first turn off the camera and printer. Hold the plug (not the cord) to pull out the cable. For direct printing, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately) to power the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 348
settings may not be available. For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Printer-connected icon 1 Select the image to be printed. Check printing. The paper size, type, and layout you have set are displayed. * Depending on the printer, certain settings such as the date and file number - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 349
will be printed as thumbnails on A4 or Letter size paper*2. • [20-upc] will have the shooting information*1 imprinted. Default The page layout will vary depending on the printer model or its settings. *1: From the Exif data, the camera name, lens name, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 350
used to make automatic corrections. EOff No automatic correction will be applied. EVIVID The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce more vivid blues and greens. ENR Image noise is reduced before printing. 0 B/W Prints in black to the printer's instruction manual. * When you - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 351
w Printing 5 Set the date and file number imprinting. Refer to the printer's instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are. Depending on the image's file size and image-recording quality, it [54: Clear all camera settings] (p.61), all the settings will revert to their defaults. 351 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 352
image brightness can be adjusted. Adjust levels When you select [Manual], you can change the histogram's distribution and adjust the image [Contrast], [Saturation], [Color tone], and [Color balance]. To adjust the [Color balance], use . B is for blue, A for amber, M for magenta, and G for green. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 353
When you press the or button, the size of the cropping frame will change. The smaller the cropping frame, the larger the image magnification will be for printing. Moving the Cropping Frame Use to move the frame over the image vertically or horizontally. Move the cropping frame until it - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 354
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 problem, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Paper Error Check whether the paper is properly loaded in - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 355
W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file number imprinting. The print . [Print type] 3 Set the option as desired. Set the [Print type], [Date], and [File No.]. Select the option to be set, then press . Select the desired setting, then press - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 356
, use the card whose print order specifications have been set. It will not work if you just extract images from the card and try to print them. Certain DPOF-compatible printers and photofinishers may not be able to print the images as you specified. Refer to the printer's instruction manual before - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 357
Digital to the box . The image will be included in the index print. Byn Select [Mark all in folder] and select the folder. A print order for one copy of all the card. Note that RAW images and movies will not be included in the print order even if you set [Byn] or [All image]. When using a - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 358
the "Connecting the Camera to a Printer" size. Certain printers cannot imprint the file number. If [Bordered] is set, certain printers may imprint the date on the border. Depending on the printer, the date card's remaining capacity was low. If a problem occurs during printing, see page 354. 358 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 359
use in photobooks (up to 998 images) and use EOS Utility (provided software) to transfer them to a computer, the selected images will be copied into a dedicated folder. This function is useful screen. To cancel the image specification, press again. To return to the menu, press the button. 359 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 360
images in the folder or on the card will be specified. To cancel the image specification, select [Clear all in folder] or [Clear all on card]. Do not specify images already specified for a photobook in another camera for another photobook with this camera. The photobook settings may be overwritten - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 361
Customizing the Camera You can customize various camera functions to suit your picture-taking preferences with Custom Functions. Also, the current camera settings can be saved under the Mode Dial position. The functions explained in this chapter work only in the Creative Zone modes. Creative Zon - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 362
3 Setting Custom FunctionsN 1 Select [8]. 2 Select the group. Select C.Fn I, II, or III, then press . 3 Custom Function number Select the Custom Function number. Press the if you clear all the Custom Function settings, the [8C.Fn III-4: Custom Controls] settings will be retained. 362 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 363
k In a (Still photo, with WB bracketing) C.Fn II: Autofocus 1 Tracking sensitivity Manual AF point selection pattern p.373 With f* With f With f With f With f With f 11 AF point display during focus p.374 12 VF display illumination 13 AF Microadjustment p.374 p.375 With f * If you use - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 364
3 Custom FunctionsN C.Fn III: Operation/Others 1 Dial direction during Tv/Av 2 Multi function lock 3 Warnings z in viewfinder 4 Custom Controls p.375 p.375 p.376 p.376 k k k k Depends on setting 364 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 365
1/2-stop increments for the shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, AEB, flash exposure compensation, etc. This is effective when you prefer to control the exposure in less fine increments than 1/3stop increments. With setting 1, the exposure level will be displayed in the viewfinder and on - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 366
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn I -4 Bracketing sequence The AEB shooting sequence and white balance bracketing sequence can be changed. 0: 09-9+ 1: -909+ 2: +909- AEB White Balance Bracketing B/A Direction M/G Direction 0 : Standard exposure 0 : Standard white balance 0 : Standard white - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 367
cannot be obtained within the autoexposure range, the camera will automatically change the manually set ISO speed to obtain a standard exposure. of the safety shift using the ISO speed will be determined by the [Auto ISO range] setting (p.124). However, if the manually set ISO speed exceeds the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 368
SettingsN C.Fn II: Autofocus C.Fn II -1 Tracking focus the next consecutive subject than with +1. However, the camera will be more prone to focus on the wrong subject. [Tracking sensitivity] is the feature named [AI Servo tracking sensitivity] in the EOS-1D Mark III/IV, EOS-1Ds Mark III, and EOS - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 369
can track dramatic changes in the moving subject's speed better than with +1. However, since the camera will be sensitive to even slight movements of the subject, the focusing may be unstable momentarily. C.Fn II -3 AI Servo 1st image priority You can set the AF operation characteristics and shutter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 370
3 Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II -4 AI Servo 2nd image priority You can set the AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing during continuous shooting after the first shot with AI Servo AF. Equal priority: Equal priority is given to focusing and continuous shooting speed. In low - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 371
Speedlite is used. The camera's built-in flash II -6 Lens drive when AF impossible If focus cannot be achieved with autofocus, you can have the camera keep searching for the correct focus or have it stop searching. 0: Continue focus search 1: Stop focus search If autofocus starts and the focus - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 372
select.: Zone AF The 19 AF points are divided into five zones for focusing. : Auto selection: 19 pt AF All of the AF points are used for focusing. The mark cannot be deleted from [Manual selection:1 pt AF]. C.Fn II -8 AF area selection method You can set the method for changing the AF area - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 373
at the bottom). Convenient when, for instance, you want to keep using the right AF point during all camera orientations. When you manually select the AF area selection mode and AF point (or zone) for each of the three camera orientations, they will be set for the respective orientation. Whenever you - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 374
Function SettingsN C.Fn II -11 AF point display during focus You can set whether or not to display the AF point(s) in the following cases: 1. When selecting the AF point(s), 2. When the camera is ready to shoot (before AF operation), 3. During AF operation, and 4. When focus is achieved. 0: Selected - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 375
Custom Function SettingsN C.Fn II -13 AF Microadjustment Fine adjustment of the AF's point of focus is possible for viewfinder OK]. 6: Main Dial 5 : Quick Control Dial 9 : Multi-controller If the switch is set and you try to use one of the locked camera controls, [L] will be displayed in the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 376
the ISO speed is set manually to H (25600) (p.120), the warning icon will appear. When spot metering is set: If the metering mode is set to [Spot metering] (p.166), the warning icon will appear. C.Fn III -4 Custom Controls You can assign often-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 377
by Same Amount Set the adjustment manually by adjusting, shooting, and checking the result. Repeat this until the desired adjustment is made. During AF, regardless of the lens used, the point of focus will always be shifted by the adjustment amount. 1 Select [C.Fn II: Autofocus]. Under the [8] tab - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 378
, adjust toward the "+: " side. When the resulting picture is focused behind the targeted point, adjust toward the "-: " side. If necessary, do the adjustment again. If [1: All by same amount] is selected, AF adjustment will not be possible for the wide-angle and telephoto ends of zoom lenses. 378 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 379
camera. You can register the adjustment for up to 40 lenses. When you autofocus with a lens whose adjustment has been registered, the point of focus will always be shifted by the adjustment amount. Set the adjustment manually by adjusting, shooting, and checking the result. If you use 10-digit serial - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 380
Focus Enter the serial number. Press the key to select the digit to be entered, then press to display . Press the key to enter the number, then press . After entering all the digits is used, the adjustment will be registered for the lens and Extender combination. If 40 lenses have - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 381
as desired, then press . The adjustable range is ±20 steps. Setting it toward "-: " will shift the point of focus in front of the standard point of focus. Setting it toward "+: " will shift the point of focus to the rear of the standard point of focus. For a zoom lens, repeat step 4 and adjust it - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 382
Adjust by lens]. Notes for AF Microadjustment The AF's point of focus will vary slightly depending on the subject conditions, brightness, zoom position you will shoot. This will make the adjustment more precise. Using a tripod when making the adjustment is recommended. For checking the adjustment - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 383
You can assign often-used functions to camera buttons or dials according to your preferences. 1 Select [C.Fn III: Operation/ Others]. Under the [8] tab, select [C.Fn III: Operation/Others], then press . 2 Select [4: Custom Controls]. Select [4: Custom Controls], then press . X The Custom - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 384
Assignable Functions to Camera Controls Function Page Metering and AF start kkk AF stop kk AF ONE SHOT z AI SERVO 386 Exposure AF point direct selection Metering start AE lock/ - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 385
k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k 8: Custom Controls * The AF stop button ( ) is provided only on super telephoto IS lenses. 385 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 386
this function. Convenient when you want to lock the focus during AI Servo AF. : ONE SHOT z AI SERVO You can switch the AF operation. In One-Shot AF mode, when you hold down the button to which this function is assigned, the camera switches to AI Servo AF mode. In the AI - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 387
Controls : AE lock When you press the button assigned to this function, you can lock the exposure (AE lock) during the metering. Convenient when you want to focus dial. If Auto ISO is set, manual ISO speed setting will take effect. Auto ISO cannot be set. If you use this function in the mode, you - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 388
8: Custom Controls : Flash exposure compensation Press to display the flash exposure compensation 43). : VF electronic level When you press the button assigned to this function, the viewfinder will use the AF points to display an electronic level (before shooting) and grid (p.67). : Menu display - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 389
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 to My Menu]. Select [Register to My Menu], - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 390
[Register settings], then press . 3 Register the Custom shooting mode. Select [OK], then press . X The current camera settings (p.391) will be registered under the Mode Dial position. Automatic Updating If you change any setting while you shoot in the mode, the Custom shooting mode can - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 391
Beep, Release shutter without card, Image review z2 Lens aberration correction (Peripheral illumination, Chromatic aberration), Flash control, E-TTL II metering, , Metering timer Z1 AF method, Movie Servo AF, Silent LV shooting, Metering timer Z2 Grid display, Movie recording size, Digital zoom, - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 392
shift C.Fn II: Autofocus Tracking focus, VF display illumination, AF Microadjustment C.Fn III: Operation/Others Dial direction during Tv/Av, Multi function lock, Custom Controls My Menu settings will not be registered. If the Mode Dial is set to , you cannot select [54: Clear all camera - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 393
for camera features, system accessories, etc. Certification Logo Select [54: Certification Logo Display] and press to display some of the logos of the camera's certifications. Other certification logos can be found in this Instruction Manual, on the camera body, and on the camera's package - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 394
checkmark . After making the selection, select [OK], then press . Note that you cannot remove the for all three display options. The [Displays camera settings] sample screen is displayed in English for all languages. Even if you uncheck the [Electronic level] so it does not appear, it will - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 395
AF operation Quick Control icon Battery check White balance AF point selection Eye-Fi card transmission status GPS acquisition status Drive Quick Control of the shooting settings (p.50). When you press the , , , , , or button, the setting screen will appear and you can use , - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 396
Canon products, the camera's full performance may not be attained or malfunction may result. 396 The shutter count is the number of still photos taken. (Movies are not counted.) The battery information will be displayed even when the LP-E6 battery pack is in Battery Grip BG-E14. If you use size - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 397
3 Checking the Battery Information Registering the Battery to the Camera You can register up to six LP-E6 battery packs 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 70D | Operation Manual - Page 398
Battery Pack LP-E6 with their serial numbers, using commercially available labels. Serial number 1 Write the serial number on a label. Write the serial number displayed on the battery history screen on a label approx. 25 mm x 15 mm / 1.0 in. x 0.6 in. in size. 7c400300 2 Take out the battery - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 399
check the remaining capacity of any battery pack (even when not installed) and also when it was last used. Serial number Date last used Look for the serial number. Refer to the battery's serial number label and look for the battery's serial number on the battery history screen. X You can check the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 400
Using a Household Power Outlet With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the remaining 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. - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 401
of the Eye-Fi card. For instructions on how to set up and use the Eye-Fi card or to troubleshoot any image transfer problems, refer to the Eye-Fi card's instruction manual or contact the card manufacturer. The camera is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including wireless transfer - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 402
H Using Eye-Fi Cards 4 Display the connection information. Select [Connection info.], then press . 5 Check the [Access point SSID:]. Check that an access point is displayed for [Access point SSID:]. You can also check the Eye-Fi card's MAC address and firmware version. Press the button to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 403
places where wireless transmissions are prohibited, remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera. If the image transfer does not function, check the Eye-Fi card and computer settings. For details, refer to the card's instruction manual. Depending on the wireless LAN's connection conditions, the image - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 404
Function Availability Table According to Shooting Mode Still Photo Shooting o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable/Disabled Servo AF o kkkkk AI Focus AF ooo AF AF area selection mode kkkkk kkkkk AF point selection o o o o o o o o o o k k k k k Manual focusing (MF) k k k - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 405
kkkkk Continuous AF*2 k k k k k k k k k k k k k k k Metering Evaluative metering o o o o o o o o o o k k k k k mode Metering mode self-timer/ Remote control k k k k k k kk k kkkkkk 2-sec. self-timer/ Remote control k k k k k k kk k kkkkkk Automatic firing k kk ko Manual - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 406
All image quality settings selectable (still photos) kkk Digital zoom kkkkkkkkk Video snapshots kkkkkkkkk ISO speed Automatically set/Auto ISO o o o o o o o o k o o k Manual k k Picture Automatically set/Auto o o o o k k k k k o k k Style Manual selection kkkkk kk Auto ooookkkkkokk - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 407
Tracking FlexiZone - Multi AF FlexiZone - Single Manual focusing (MF) Movie Servo AF Metering mode Movie Still Photos A 7 C8 d sf F a continuous shooting kkk kkk kkk 10-sec. self-timer/ Remote control *4 kkk 2-sec. self-timer/ Remote control *4 kkk Built-in/ External Flash on flash - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 408
level Hide / Show 66 Beep Enable / Touch to / Disable 59 Release shutter without card Enable / Disable 32 Image review Off / 2 sec. / 4 sec. / 8 sec. / Hold aberration correction: Enable / 146 Disable Flash control Flash firing / E-TTL II metering / Flash sync. speed in Av mode - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 409
(Approx. 2500 - 10000) 134 Custom white balance Manual setting of white balance 135 White balance shift/ bracketing White balance correction: B/A/M/G bias, Obtain data to be used by provided software to 341 delete dust spots Multiple exposure Multiple exposure / Multi-expos control / No. of - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 410
A2: Live View shooting 2 (Red) Silent LV shooting Mode 1 / Mode 2 / Disable 231 Metering timer 4 sec. / 16 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 10 min. / 30 min. filters Grainy B/W / Soft focus / Fish-eye effect / Art bold effect / Water painting effect / 335 Toy camera effect / Miniature effect RAW - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 411
Background music Image jump w/6 1 image / 10 images / 100 images / Date / Folder / Movies / Stills / Rating Page 333 302 312 297 3: Brightness / RGB 295 Movie play count* Rec time / Time code 271 Control over HDMI Disable / Enable 317 * This setting is linked to [Movie play count] - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 412
Eye-Fi settings Page Create and select a folder 149 Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset 151 OnzD / OnD / Off 325 Initialize and erase data on the card 57 Displayed when a commercially-available EyeFi card is inserted 401 5: Set-up 2 (Yellow) Auto power off 1 min. / 2 min. / 4 min - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 413
to smartphone / Remote control -* (EOS Utility) / Print from Wi-Fi printer / Upload to Web service / View images on DLNA devices * The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function (Not displayed). * For details, refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM. When using Wi-Fi - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 414
/ Delete 153 copyright information z firmware ver.:* For updating the firmware - * During firmware updates, the touch screen will be disabled to prevent accidental operations. 8: Custom Functions (Orange) C.Fn I: Exposure 365 C.Fn II: Autofocus Customize camera functions as desired 368 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 415
Servo AF Enable / Disable 273 Silent LV shooting Mode 1 / Mode 2 / Disable 275 Metering timer 4 sec. / 16 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 10 min. / 30 recording size 1280x720 (8 / 7) (W / X) 265 640x480 (6 / 5) (X) Digital zoom Disable / Approx. 3-10x zoom 267 Sound recording: Auto / Manual / - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 416
ST-E3-RT 270EX II 320EX 430EX II 600EX-RT/ Macro Ring Lite Macro Twin Lite 600EX MR-14EX MT-24EX Bundled 90EX Accessories Eyecup Eb Eyepiece Extender EP-EX15 Rubber Frame Eb Wide Strap EW-EOS70D E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Battery Pack LP-E6 Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E Angle - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 417
System Map GPS Receiver GP-E2 Remote Controller RC-6 Remote Switch RS-60E3 EF lenses EF-S lenses External microphone Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (1.3 m/4.3 ft.) HDMI Cable HTC-100 (2.9 m/9.5 ft.) TV/Video EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk Interface Cable (1.3 m/4.3 ft.) PictBridge-compatible - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 418
Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs with the camera, 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 419
Often activating only the AF without taking a picture. • Using the lens' Image Stabilizer. • Using the LCD monitor often. • Continuing Live View shooting or movie shooting for a prolonged period. • The Eye-Fi card's transmission is enabled. The camera turns off by itself. Auto power off is in effect - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 420
Troubleshooting Guide Shooting-Related Problems The lens cannot be attached. The camera cannot be used with EF-M lenses (p.40). The viewfinder is dark. Install a recharged battery pack in the camera (p.28). No images can be shot or recorded. Make sure the card is properly inserted (p.31). Slide the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 421
Troubleshooting Guide The image is out of focus. Set the lens focus mode switch to (p.40). To prevent camera shake, press the shutter button gently (p.44, 45). If the lens has an Image Stabilizer, set the IS switch to . In low light, the shutter speed may become slow. Use a faster shutter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 422
Troubleshooting Guide ISO 100 the multiple-exposure image will be recorded in 1 quality (p.181). When I use the mode with flash, the shutter speed becomes slow. If you shoot at To prevent a slow shutter speed, under [z2: Flash control], set [Flash sync. speed in Av mode] to [1/250-1/60sec. auto] - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 423
Troubleshooting Guide the flash unit. The external flash does not fire. If you use a non-Canon flash unit with Live View shooting, set [A2: Silent LV shoot camera. High-speed sync cannot be set in the mode. Under [z2: Flash control], set [Flash sync. speed in Av mode] to [Auto] (p.196). The camera - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 424
Troubleshooting Guide The shutter makes two shooting sounds during Live View shooting. If you use flash, the shutter will make two sounds each time you shoot (p.217). During Live View and movie shooting, a white < > or red icon is displayed. It indicates that the camera's internal temperature is - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 425
Troubleshooting Guide The manually set ISO speed changes when switching to movie shooting. If you shoot a movie when [Maximum: H (25600)] is set with [ISO speed range] and ISO speed is set to "H" (25600), the ISO speed will switch to "H" (12800) (during movie shooting with manual exposure). Even if - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 426
Wi-Fi. For details, refer to the Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual. * The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function. Operation Problems I cannot change the setting with the dial, dial, or . Set the switch downward (lock release, p.48). Check the [8C.Fn III-2: Multi function lock - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 427
Troubleshooting Guide Display Problems The menu screen shows few tabs and options. In Basic Zone the date and time in the picture by using the date and time recorded in the shooting information (p.351, 355). [###] is displayed. If the card has recorded a number of images greater than the camera can - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 428
only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. If the Eye-Fi card has a write-protect switch set to the LOCK position, you will not be able to check the card's connection status or disable Eye-Fi transmission (p.401). Playback Problems Part of the image blinks in black. [33: Highlight alert] is - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 429
reader does not recognize the card. Depending on the card reader and computer OS used, SDXC cards may not be correctly recognized. If this occurs, connect your camera to the computer with the interface cable, then transfer the images to your computer using EOS Utility (provided software, p.456). 429 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 430
Troubleshooting Guide I cannot process the RAW image. 41 and 61 images cannot be processed with the camera. Use the provided software Digital Photo Professional to process the image (p.456). I cannot resize the image. c JPEG images and 1/41/61 images cannot be resized with the camera (p.333). Sensor - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 431
Troubleshooting Guide Computer Connection Problems I cannot transfer images to a personal computer. Install the provided software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk CD-ROM) on the computer (p.456). If [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], the camera cannot be connected to a computer. Set [Wi-Fi] to [Disable], - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 432
instructions. Cause and countermeasures Number Error Message and Solution Communications between the camera and lens is faulty. Clean the lens contacts. 01 Î Clean the electrical contacts on the camera and lens, use a Canon lens, or remove and install the battery pack again (p.19, 20, 30). Card - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 433
Specifications • Type Type: Recording media: Image sensor size: Compatible lenses: Lens mount: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash SD memory card, SDHC memory card*, SDXC memory card* * UHS-I cards compatible. Approx. 22.5 x 15.0mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 434
Specifications White balance: Noise reduction: Automatic image brightness correction: focusing*) * Except with certain lenses. Focusing brightness EV -0.5 - 18 (with center AF point, at room temperature, range: ISO 100) Focus operation: One-Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 435
with evaluative metering when focus is achieved Manual: By AE lock button • HDR Shooting Dynamic range adjustment: Auto image align: Auto, ±1 EV, ±2 EV, ±3 EV Possible • Multiple Exposures Number of multiple 2 to 9 exposures exposures: Multiple-exposure Additive, Average control: • Shutter - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 436
10-sec. self-timer/remote control, 2-sec. self-timer/remote control High-speed continuous card based on Canon's testing standards. • Flash Built-in flash: External Speedlite: Flash metering: Flash exposure compensation: FE lock: PC terminal: Flash control: Retractable, auto pop-up flash Guide - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 437
, Art bold effect, Water painting effect, Toy camera effect, Miniature effect Provided (Mode 1 and 2) Provided Three types • Movie Shooting Recording format: Movie: Audio: Recording size and frame rate: Compression method: File size: Focusing: Digital zoom: Metering modes: Metering brightness range - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 438
Specifications Exposure control: Exposure compensation: ISO speed: (Recommended exposure index) Time code: Drop frames: Video snapshots: Sound recording: Grid display: Still photo shooting: Autoexposure shooting (Program AE for movies) and manual exposure ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments (±5 stops - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 439
GP-E2 connection HDMI mini OUT Type C (Auto switching of resolution), CEC-compatible terminal: External microphone IN 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini-jack terminal: Remote control terminal: For Remote Switch RS-60E3 Wireless remote control: Compatible with Remote Controller RC-6 Eye-Fi card - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 440
20 min. at low temperatures (0°C/32°F) * With a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6. • Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 139.0 x 104.3 x 78.5 mm / 5.5 x 4.1 x 3.1 in. Weight (EOS 70D (W)): Approx. 755 g / 26.7 oz. (CIPA Guidelines), approx. 675 g / 23.8 oz. (Body only) Weight (EOS - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 441
Specifications Working temperature 5°C - 40°C / 41°F - 104°F range: Working humidity: 85% or less Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 69.0 x 33.0 x 93.0 mm / 1.5 x 0.8 x 3.7 in. Weight: Approx. 130g / 23.6 oz. • Battery Charger LC-E6E Compatible battery: Battery Pack LP-E6 Power cord length: - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 442
. magnification: 0.28x (at 135 mm) Image Stabilizer: Lens shift type Filter size: 67 mm Lens cap: E-67 II Max. diameter x length: camera body only). Product specifications and the exterior are subject to change without notice. If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 443
of focus during the initial reset, this is not a malfunction. Wait approx. 1 second*2 after the initial reset has completed before shooting. *1: Applicable to the following EF-S lens compatible digital SLR cameras: EOS 7D, EOS 60D, EOS 60Da, EOS 50D, EOS 40D, EOS 30D, EOS 20D, EOS 20Da, EOS REBEL - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 444
SD- owners. About MPEG-4 Licensing "This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. Battery Pack LP-E6 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 445
does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with the same body part may cause skin redness, blistering or low-temperature contact burns. The use of 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 446
• Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to prevent electrical shock, heat generation, and fire. • Do not use the equipment where there is flammable gas. This is to prevent an explosion or fire. • If you drop the - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 447
or catch fire. • If you drop the 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 or leave the battery pack or back-up battery in a hot environment. Doing so may - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 448
ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order 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 ACK-E6 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 449
- To reduce risk of injury, charge only the Battery Pack LP-E6. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and other damage. 4. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 450
MEMO 450 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 451
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals / 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 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 452
and portable guide covering basic function settings, shooting instructions, and playback instructions. Viewing the Camera Instruction Manual on the CD-ROM To view the instruction manuals (PDF files), Adobe Reader 6.0 or higher must be installed in your computer. Adobe Reader can be downloaded free - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 453
4 Select the language. EOS 70D (W) / EOS 70D (N) English Français Español © CANON INC. 2013 5 Click on the manual you want to view. EOS 70D (W) / EOS 70D (N) Camera Instruction Manual Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual Quick Reference Guide If the Instruction Manual does not open when you - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 454
facing the front 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.459). If [53: Wi-Fi] is set to [Enable], the images cannot be downloaded to a computer. Set it to - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 455
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 on the CD-ROM (p.459). When downloading images from the camera to your computer, with a card reader without using Canon software - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 456
and shoot remotely with the computer connected to the camera. Also, you can copy background music tracks, such as EOS Sample Music*, to the card. * Background music can be used when you play a video snapshot album or slide show on your camera. Digital Photo Professional This software is recommended - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 457
Software Overview Picture Style Editor You can edit Picture Styles and create and save original Picture Style files. This software is aimed at advanced users who are experienced in processing images. 457 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 458
to install the software that came with the camera. (The newer version will overwrite the previous version.) 1 Insert EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk (CD-ROM). For Macintosh, double-click to open the CD-ROM icon displayed on the desktop, then double-click on [Canon EOS Digital Installer]. When a screen - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 459
is displayed on the desktop. 3 Copy the [English] folder to your computer. Instruction Manual PDFs with the names below are copied. Windows Macintosh EOS Utility EUx.xW_E_xx EUx.xM_E_xx Digital Photo Professional DPPx.xW_E_xx DPPx.xM_E_xx ImageBrowser EX IBXx.x_E_xx Picture Style Editor - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 460
, 107 Beep (Beeper 59 Difficulty focusing 109, 241 Manual focusing (MF).......110, 247 Out of focus 43, 44, 241 Recomposing 75 AF Bulb 171 Background music 315 Basic Zone modes 24 Battery 28, 30, 36 Battery Grip 36, 416 Beep (Beeper 59 Black-and-white image... 92, 127, 131 Bracketing 139 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 461
Index Holding the camera 44 Settings display 394 Cards 3, 19, 31, 57 Card reminder 32 Formatting 57 Low-level formatting 58 Problems 33, 58 Write-protect switch 31 Center-weighted average metering 166 Charger 26, 28 Chromatic aberration correction....147 Cleaning (image sensor 339 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 462
mode switch .........40, 110, 247 Focusing 9 AF, Manual focusing Folder creation/selection 149 Formatting (card initialization).........57 Frame rate 265 Full High-Definition (Full HD 251, 265, 306, 316 Function availability by shooting mode 404 462 G GPS 412 Grainy B/W 226, 336 Grid display - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 463
correction 147 Image stabilizer 43 Instruction Manual........... CD-ROM Lock release 41 Peripheral illumination correction 146 timer 232 Possible shots 217 Quick Control 223 Quick mode 243 Single shooting 231 LOCK 48 Long exposure noise reduction .... 143 Long exposures 171 M M (Manual - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 464
333 Memory cards 9 Cards Menu 52 My Menu 389 Setting procedure 53 Settings 408 3 icon 8 Metering mode 165 Metering timer 232 Manual exposure shooting .......256 Metering timer 275 Microphone 252, 269 Movie digital zoom 267 Movie recording size 265 Playback 306, 308 Quick Control - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 465
display 296 Release shutter without card.......... 32 Remote control shooting 184 Remote switch 184 Resizing 333 Rotation (image 301, 325, 353 S Safety shift 367 Safety warnings 445 Saturation 130 Scene icons 220, 255 Scene Intelligent Auto 72 SD, SDHC, SDXC cards 9 Cards Second-curtain - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 466
image-recording quality) ......117, 333 Soft focus 226, 336 Software 456 Speaker 308 Special scene mode 81 245 Toy camera effect 227, 337 Tripod socket 21 Tv (Shutter-priority AE 160 U USB (DIGITAL) terminal....... Correction 138 Custom 135 Personal 136 Wi-Fi 413 Wind filter 268 Wireless - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 467
MEMO 467 - Canon EOS 70D | Operation Manual - Page 468
Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan The lenses and accessories mentioned in this Instruction Manual are current as of August 2013. For information on the camera's compatibility with any lenses and accessories introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CPX-E059-001
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The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function explained in
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EOS 70D (W)
EOS 70D (N)