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  • Canon EOS Rebel XS | User Manual - Page 1
    INSTRUCTION MANUAL E E INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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    Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS/EOS 1000D is a digital single-lens reflex camera with a 10.10-megapixel image sensor. The camera provides many features such as high-speed, 7-point autofocus to quickly focus moving subjects, Picture Styles to expand your
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    Guide Guide to the bundled software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) and Software Instruction Manual. * Battery Charger LC-E5 or LC-E5E is provided. (The LC-E5E comes with a power cord.) If you purchased the Lens Kit, check that the lens is included. Depending on the Lens Kit type, the lens instruction
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    Used in this Manual Icons in this Manual manual assume that the power switch is already set to . It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are set to the default. For explanatory purposes, the instructions show the camera attached with an EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
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    Chapters For first-time users, chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera's basic operations and shooting procedures. Introduction 2 Camera basics. 1 Getting Started 23 2 Basic Shooting and Image Playback Fully automatic shooting for different subjects. 43 3 Advanced Shooting Techniques Basic
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    Contents Introduction Item Check List 3 Conventions Used in this Manual 4 Chapters ...5 Contents at a Glance 10 Handling Precautions 12 Quick Start Guide 14 Nomenclature 16 1 Getting Started 23 Recharging the Battery 24 Installing and Removing the Battery 26 Turning on the Power 27
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    Techniques 55 Program AE...56 Changing the ISO Speed 57 Using the Built-in Flash 58 Changing the AF White Balance Correction 92 Preventing Camera Shake 94 5 Live View Shooting 95 Preparing for Live View Shooting 96 Focusing Manually 98 Shooting ...99 Using AF to Focus 102 7
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    108 Card Reminder 108 Setting the Image Review Time 108 Setting the Auto Power-off Time 109 Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness 109 File Numbering Methods 110 Auto Image Rotation 112 Checking Camera Function Settings 113 Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings 114 Setting the
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    Registering My Menu 160 10 Reference 161 When Autofocus Fails 162 Using a Household Power Outlet 163 Using the Remote Switch 164 External Speedlites 166 Menu Settings 168 Function Availability Table 170 Troubleshooting Guide 172 Error Codes...175 System Map 176 Specifications 178
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    , 63 (i Continuous shooting) Take a picture of myself in a group Îp.53 (j Self-timer) Freeze the action Take a blurred action shot Îp.70 (s Shutter-priority AE) Blur the background Keep the background in sharp focus Îp.72 (f Aperture-priority AE) Adjust the image brightness (exposure) Îp.78
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    point of focus Shoot a moving subject Îp.61 (S AF point selection) Îp.50, 60 (AI Servo AF) Playback View the images with the camera Îp.54 (x Playback) Search for pictures quickly Îp.124 (H Index display) Prevent important images from accidental deletion Îp.129 (K Image protect) Delete
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    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 prevent the contacts
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    in hot, dusty, or humid locations. Lens Electrical Contacts After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts. Contacts Cautions During Prolonged Use When you shoot continuously for
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    Quick Start Guide 1 Insert the battery. (p.26) To recharge the battery, see page 24. 2 For EF-S lens For EF lens Attach the lens. (p.33) When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with the white index on the camera. For other lenses, align it with the red index. 3 Set the lens focus mode switch
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    the viewfinder and aim the viewfinder center over the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will focus the subject. 8 Take the picture. (p.37) Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. 9 Review the picture. (p.108) The captured image will be displayed for
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    54). Mode Dial (p.20) Power switch (p.27) ISO speed set button (p.57) Main Dial (p.4) Shutter button (p.37) Red-eye reduction/ Self-timer lamp (p.59/53) Grip Built-in flash/AF-assist beam (p.58/116) EF Lens mount index (p.33) EF-S Lens mount index (p.33) Flash-sync contacts Hot shoe (p.166
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    109) DC cord hole (p.163) Tripod socket Playback button (p.54) Access lamp (p.32) Battery compartment cover release lever (p.26) Setting button/ Shooting settings display (p.38/42) Battery compartment cover (p.26) Cross keys (p.38) Erase button (p.130) Metering mode/Jump
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    Shooting Settings Display Shutter speed Exposure level timer l 2-sec. self-timer q Continuous shots after self-timer Battery check (p.28) zxcn Picture Style (p.67) Image-recording quality (p. AF 9 AI Focus AF Z AI Servo AF g Manual Focusing Metering mode (p.77) q Evaluative metering w Partial
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    flash) FE lock/ FEB in-progress Flash exposure compensation Shutter speed FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Built-in flash recycling (D buSY) Focus confirmation light Max. burst White balance correction ISO speed Monochrome shooting Exposure level indicator Exposure compensation amount AEB
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    modes and Creative Zone modes. Creative Zone These modes give you more control over the result. d : Program AE (p.56) s : Shutter-priority AE (p.70) f : Aperture-priority AE (p.72) a : Manual exposure (p.75) 8 : Automatic depth-of-field AE (p.76) Full Auto Basic Zone All you do is press the
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    -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet. Battery Charger LC-E5E Battery pack slot Charge lamp Power cord Power cord socket 21
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    Nomenclature Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera's strap mount eyelet from the bottom. Then pass it through the strap's buckle as shown in the illustration. Pull the strap to take up any
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    1 Getting Started This chapter explains preliminary steps and basic camera operations. 23
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    Remove the protective cover. LC-E5 LC-E5E 24 2 Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely. To detach the battery, follow the above procedure in reverse. 3 Recharge the battery. For LC-E5 As shown by the arrow, flip out the battery charger's prongs and insert the
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    quickly even after being fully charged, the battery has worn out. Purchase a new battery. Do not charge any battery other than Battery Pack LP-E5. Battery Pack LP-E5 is dedicated to Canon products only. Using it with an incompatible battery charger or product may result in malfunction or accidents
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    and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E5 into the camera. 1 Open the battery compartment cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrow and open the cover. 2 Insert the battery. Insert the end with the battery contacts. Insert the battery until it locks
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    camera turns on. : The camera is turned off and does not operate. Set to this position when not using the camera. problem. About Auto Power Off To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 30 seconds of non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter
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    the shutter button halfway for long periods or operating only the autofocus can also reduce the number of possible shots. The number of possible shots will decrease with more frequent use of the LCD monitor. The lens operation is powered by the camera's battery. Using certain lenses can reduce
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    the button to return to the shooting settings display. The date/time set will start from when you press in step 4. If you store the camera without the battery or if the camera's battery becomes exhausted, the date/time might be reset. If this happens, set the date/time again. 29
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    3 Selecting the Interface Language 1 Display the menu. Press the button to display the menu. 2 Under the [6] tab, select [Language]. Press the key to select the [6] tab. Press the key to select [Language] (the third item from the top), then press . 3 Select the desired language. Press
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    of remaining shots will be displayed on the LCD monitor. The shots remaining depends on the remaining capacity of the card, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc. The [1 Shoot w/o card] menu option set to [Off] will prevent you from forgetting to install a card. (p.108) 31
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    cover. • Opening the battery compartment cover. • Shaking or banging the camera around. If the card already contains recorded images, the image number might not start from 0001. (p.110) Do not touch the card's contacts with your fingers or metal objects. If a card-related error message is displayed
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    lens with the camera's white EF-S lens mount index and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it clicks in place. When attaching a lens other than an EF-S lens, align the lens with the red EF lens mount index EF lens mount index. 3 On the lens, set the focus mode switch to (autofocus
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    Dust When changing lenses, do it in a place with minimal dust. When storing the camera without a lens attached, be sure to attach the body cap to the camera. Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it. Image Conversion Factor Since the image size is smaller than the 35mm film format, it will
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    , you can save battery power by switching the IS switch to . The Image Stabilizer can operate even when the camera is mounted on a monopod. Some IS lenses enable you to switch the IS mode manually to suit the shooting conditions. However, the EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens switches the IS mode
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    using Dioptric Adjustment Lens E (10 types, sold separately) is recommended. Holding the Camera To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera your right hand around the camera grip firmly. 2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand. 3. Press the shutter button lightly with your
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    This activates autofocusing and automatic exposure metering that sets the shutter speed and aperture. The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder. (0) Pressing completely This releases the shutter and takes the picture. Preventing Camera Shake Camera movement
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    the menus, you can set the imagerecording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the button, cross keys, and button on the camera back. button LCD monitor button Cross keys Basic Zone Mode Menu Screen * The [2/7/9] tabs are not displayed in
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    Menu Operations and Settings Menu Setting Procedure 1 Display the menu. Press the button to display the menu. 2 Select a tab. Press the key to select a menu tab. You can also turn the dial to select a tab. 3 Select a menu item. Press the key to select the menu item, then press . 4
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    3 Formatting the Card If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or personal computer, format the card with the camera. Formatting the card will erase everything in the card. Even protected images will be erased, so make sure there is nothing you need to keep.
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    speed seems slow. Since low-level formatting will erase all recordable sectors in the card, the formatting will take slightly longer than normal formatting. You can stop the low-level formatting by selecting [Cancel]. Even in this case, normal formatting will have been completed and you can use
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    screen, menu screen, image, etc. Shooting Settings The shooting settings are displayed when the camera is turned on. The display turns off when you press the shutter button halfway (p.37). When you let go of the shutter button, the display turns on again. You can also turn off the display by
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    2 Basic Shooting and Image Playback This chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results and how to playback images. With the Basic Zone modes, all you do is point and shoot and the camera sets everything automatically. Also, to prevent botched pictures due to
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    AF point covering the closest object. Aiming the center AF point over the subject will make focusing easier. 3 Focus the subject. Press the shutter button halfway, and the lens will move to focus. X The dot inside the AF point achieving focus flashes briefly in red. At the same time, the beeper will
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    shutter button completely to shoot a moving subject in focus. Pressing the shutter button halfway will not focus the subject. When the focus mode switch on the lens is set to (Manual Focus), the camera of flashes. To assist the autofocusing, pressing the shutter button halfway may trigger the
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    will be locked. You can then recompose the shot and press the shutter button completely to take the picture. This is called "focus lock". Subject In the (Full Auto) mode, if the subject moves (distance to camera changes) during or after you focus, AI Servo AF will take effect to focus the
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    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 the face. Check that the AF point covering the face flashes in red. If you hold down the shutter button, you can shoot continuously to obtain different poses
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    using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end. This will have objects near and far in focus, better than at the telephoto end. It also adds breadth to landscapes. Shooting night scenes. Since the built-in flash will be disabled, this mode is also good for night scenes. Use a tripod to prevent camera
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    things appear much larger, use a macro lens (sold separately). Shooting Tips Use a simple background. A simple background makes the flower, etc., stand out better. Move to the subject as close as possible. Check the lens for its minimum focusing distance. Some lenses have indications such as
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    want to take the picture, press the shutter button completely. If you hold down the shutter button, continuous shooting (max. approx. 3 shots per sec.) and autofocusing will take effect. Under low light if camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder's shutter speed display on the bottom left will
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    and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the (Night Portrait) mode. 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. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Keep the person within 5 meters/16.4 feet
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    If the numeric display in the viewfinder blinks, take care to prevent camera shake. 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 to reduce blur caused by
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    button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.165). If stray light enters the viewfinder when you press the shutter button, it may throw off the exposure. When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.46) for an object at about the same distance as where you will be. To cancel the
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    x Image Playback The easiest way to playback images is explained below. For more details on image playback methods, see page 123. 1 Playback the image. When you press the button, the last captured image will be displayed. 2 Select the image. To view images starting with the last image, press the
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    be changed. In the (Program AE) mode, you can set various functions and be more creative. In the (Program AE) mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and aperture automatically to obtain the standard exposure. The difference between the Basic Zone modes and is explained on page 170
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    . 2 Take the picture. Press the shutter button halfway and the camera will focus. X The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) set automatically is displayed in the viewfinder. Press the shutter button completely. Shooting Tips Changing the ISO speed and using the built-in flash. To match
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    mode and ambient light level. For flash and (manual) exposures, ISO 400 is set. When you press the shutter button halfway, the automatically-set ISO speed is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor. Using a high ISO speed or shooting in high-temperature conditions may result in more
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    D Using the Built-in Flash In indoors, low light, or backlit conditions, just pop-up the built-in flash and press the shutter button to take flash pictures. In the mode, the shutter speed (1/60 sec. - 1/200 sec.) will be set automatically to prevent camera shake. 1 Press the button. In
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    D Using the Built-in Flash Shooting Tips If the subject is far away, increase the ISO speed. By increasing the ISO speed, you can extend the flash range. In bright light, decrease the ISO speed. If the exposure setting in the viewfinder blinks, decrease the ISO speed. Detach the lens hood and keep
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    . Press the key to select the AF mode, then press . 3 Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway. The camera will then autofocus in the selected AF mode. Selecting the Best AF Mode X (One-Shot AF) Suitable for still subjects. When you press the
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    points are active. Generally, the AF point covering the closest subject will be selected to focus. Therefore, the camera sometimes may not focus the subject you want. With the (Program AE), , , and modes AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway to focus. 61
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    , set the camera to automatic AF point selection and AI Servo AF. First use the center AF point to focus. If the subject moves away from the center AF point, the other AF points will continue to focustrack the subject automatically. Manual Focusing Focusing ring 1 Set the lens
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    1.5 shots/sec. 3 Take the picture. The camera shoots continuously while you hold down the shutter button fully. Shooting Tips Also set the AF camera will focus only once during continuous shooting. Flash can also be used. Since the flash will require recharging time, the continuous shooting speed
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    the Basic Zone modes and Creative Zone modes. Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings Quality Pixels File 514 982 859 1630 1474 2816 5 4 * Based on Canon's testing standards with a 2GB card, ISO 100, and Standard card brand, ISO speed, Custom Functions, and other settings. * Depending
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    the camera. Be careful not to shoot without a card in the camera. When do I use the 1 mode? 1 images require processing with your personal computer. For details, see "About 1" and "About 1+73" on the next page. Other than 1, the images will be in the JPEG type commonly used by digital cameras. 65
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    will not work with direct printing or print ordering (DPOF). About 1+73 1+73 records both a 1 and 73 image with a single shot. The two images are saved to the card. Since the 73 image is recorded as a processed image, you can view it as is on a personal computer without the bundled software or print
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    ] will appear. 2 Select a Picture Style. Press the key to select the Picture Style, then press . 3 Take the picture. Focus and press the shutter button completely. The picture will be taken with the selected Picture Style applied. Picture Style Effects P Standard The image looks vivid, sharp
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    A Selecting a Picture StyleN S Neutral This is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer. For natural colors and subdued images. U Faithful This is for users who prefer to process images with their personal computer. When the subject is captured under a color temperature of
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    Styles. All the functions introduced in this chapter can also be used with the (Program AE) mode introduced in Chapter 3. About the Main Dial Pointer The pointer icon < > displayed together with the shutter speed, aperture setting, or exposure compensation amount indicates that you can turn
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    Time value. Frozen action (Fast shutter speed) Blurred action (Slow shutter speed) 1 Set the Mode Dial to . 2 Set the desired shutter speed. See "Shooting Tips" for advice on setting the shutter speed. Turning the dial to the right sets a faster shutter speed, and turning it to the left
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    button to take the picture. If you use a telephoto lens, hold it steady to prevent camera shake. How to blur a flowing river or water fountain. Use a slow shutter speed to 1/15 sec. or slower. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Set the shutter speed so that the aperture display does not blink
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    the left will set a lower f-number. 3 Take the picture. Focus and press the shutter button completely. The picture will be taken with the selected aperture. About the Aperture Display will differ depending on the lens. If no lens is attached to the camera, "00" will be displayed for the aperture. 72
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    will make the shutter speed slower. Under low light, the shutter speed can be as long as 30 sec. In such cases, increase the ISO speed and hold the camera steady or use a tripod. The depth of field depends not only on the aperture, but also the lens and subject distance. Since wide-angle lenses have
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    is exposed with a slow shutter speed set automatically. Both the subject and background look properly exposed (automatic slow-speed flash sync). If you are handholding the camera, keep it steady to prevent camera shake. Using a tripod is recommended. To prevent slow-speed sync, select the [7 Custom
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    change the shutter speed and aperture, the exposure level mark will move. You can decide which exposure level to set. Bulb Exposures In step 2, turn the dial left to set . A bulb exposure keeps the shutter open for as long as you hold down the shutter button. It can be used to photograph
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    blinks. The exposure is correct, but the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Either use a wide-angle lens or move farther away from the subjects. The shutter speed display in the viewfinder blinks. If the "30"" shutter speed blinks, it means that the subject is too dark. Increase the ISO
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    the metering mode, then press . q Evaluative metering This is an all-around metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene. This metering mode is set automatically in the Basic Zone modes. w Partial metering Effective
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    automatically canceled when you turn off the camera. After taking the picture, reset the exposure compensation to zero. O Setting Exposure Compensation Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash) does not come out as desired. This feature can be used in the Creative Zone modes (except
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    of the subject does not come out as desired. This feature also works with external EX-series Speedlites. 1 Select [Flash exp comp]. Under setting the flash exposure compensation amount, press . When you press the shutter button halfway, the icon and flash exposure compensation amount will be
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    [2] tab, select [AEB], then press . 2 AEB amount Set the AEB amount. Press the key to set the AEB amount, then press . When you press the shutter button halfway, the AEB amount will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 3 Take the picture. Focus and press the
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    completely, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously in this sequence: Standard, decreased, and increased exposure. Using AEB with single shooting. Press the shutter button three times to take the three bracketed shots. The three bracketed shots will be exposed in the following
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    A Customizing the Picture StyleN You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots. To customize [Monochrome], see page 84. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [2] tab, select [Picture Style], then
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    A Customizing the Picture StyleN Parameter Settings and Effects Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. To make it less sharp, set it toward the E end. The closer it is to E, the softer the image will look. To make it sharper, set it toward the F end. The closer it is to F, the sharper the
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    A Customizing the Picture StyleN Monochrome Adjustment For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explained on the preceding page. Filter Effect With a filter effect applied to a monochrome image, you can make white clouds or
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    and contrast are different. You can also adjust the parameters of a Picture Style which has been registered to the camera with the provided software. 1 Select [Picture Style]. Under the [2] tab, select [Picture Style], then press . X The Picture Style selection screen will appear. 2 Select
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    A Registering the Picture StyleN 5 Select a parameter. Select a parameter such as [Sharpness], then press . 6 Set the parameter. Press the key to adjust the parameter as desired, then press . For details, see "Customizing the Picture Style" on pages 82-84. Press the button to register
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    and other industrial uses. This setting is not recommended if you do not know about image processing, Adobe RGB, and Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 (Exif 2.21). Since the image will look very subdued with an sRGB personal computer environment and printers not compatible with Design rule
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    A AE LockN Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from more shots, hold down the button and press the shutter button to take another shot. AE Lock Effects Metering Mode (p.77) AF Point Selection Method Automatic Selection Manual Selection q* AE lock is applied at the AF AE
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    the flash exposure setting over the desired area of the subject. This feature also works with external EX-series Speedlites. * FE stands for Flash Exposure. 1 Press the button to pop-up the built-in flash. Press the shutter button halfway and look in the viewfinder to check that the icon is
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    for a specific light source for better accuracy. Do this procedure under the actual light source to be used. 1 Photograph a white object. The plain, white object should fill the viewfinder center. Focus manually and set the standard exposure for the white object. You can set any white balance. 90
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    B: Setting the White BalanceN 2 Select [Custom WB]. Under the [2] tab, select [Custom WB], then press . X The SET screen will appear. 3 Import the white balance data. Select the image that was captured in step 1, then press . X On the dialog screen which appears, select [OK] and the data will
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    or color compensating filter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. This is for advanced users who are familiar with using color temperature conversion or color compensating filters. White Balance Correction 1 Select [WB SHIFT/BKT]. Under the [2] tab, select [WB SHIFT/BKT], then press
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    be lower and the number of possible shots will also decrease to one-third the normal number. If the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [High ISO speed noise reduction] (p.155) is set to [1: On], WB bracketing will not be possible. Since three images are recorded for one shot, the card will take
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    picture is taken 2 sec. later. Do not point the camera toward the sun. The sun's heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains. If you use bulb exposures, the self-timer, and mirror lockup in combination, keep pressing the shutter button completely (self-timer delay time + bulb exposure time). If
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    Remote Live View Shooting With the provided software installed in the personal computer, you can connect the camera to the personal computer and shoot remotely while viewing the computer screen instead of the camera's viewfinder. For details, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. 95
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    Preparing for Live View ShootingN Set the camera for Live View shooting. 1 Set the shooting mode. Set the shooting mode to a Creative Zone mode. Live View shooting does not work in Basic Zone modes. 2 Select [Live View function settings]. Under the [6] tab, select [Live View function settings], then
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    . If this happens, stop the Live View shooting, then resume Live View shooting under the actual light source to be used. During Live View image display, if you point the camera in a different direction, it might throw off the correct brightness momentarily and the image might not look right. Wait
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    Focusing ManuallyN Although autofocus can be used (p.102, 104), magnifying the image and focusing manually is recommended for precise focusing. Magnifying the Image for Manual Focusing 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly. Magnification: 10x 2 Move
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    the LCD monitor. X After the image review ends, the camera will return to Live View shooting automatically. 3 Exit Live View shooting. With the Live View image displayed, press . About the Shooting Settings will be the same as using . You can set the ISO speed, white balance, and exposure
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    figures above are based on a fully-charged LP-E5 battery and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards. Autofocusing will decrease the number of possible shots. When you use Live View shooting for a long period, the camera's internal temperature may increase and it can degrade
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    simulation AE lock Shutter speed Flash-ready Aperture Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Focusing frame Battery check ISO speed Shots remaining Flash conditions. However, the captured image will reflect the exposure setting. If flash is used or bulb is set, the < > icon and histogram will be grayed out.
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    image and focus manually. (p.98) C.Fn-7-1: Quick mode This is the same as using AF (p.60, 61) as usual with the dedicated AF sensor. Although you can focus the desired area quickly, the Live View image will be interrupted momentarily during the AF operation. Set to Quick mode, the lens focus mode
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    Using the shutter button to take the picture (p.99). You cannot take a picture during autofocusing. Take camera returns to the Live View image display (step 4), so you cannot focus the moving subject. If you want AF and AE lock to work separately, select the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [Shutter
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    used to focus. Although AF is possible with the Live View image displayed, the AF operation will take longer than with Quick mode. Also, achieving focus may be more difficult than with Quick mode. Set to Live mode and the lens exposure, then press the shutter button to take the picture (p.99). 104
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    the subject or the lens used, achieving focus may be difficult or take some time. In such cases, focus manually (p.98) or autofocus with Quick mode. to work separately, select the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu's [Shutter/AE lock button] (p.158) and set it to [1: AE lock/AF]. The AF speed may be
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    cage). Subjects which keep moving within the AF point and cannot keep still due to camera shake or subject blur. A subject approaching or leaving the camera. Autofocusing while the subject is way out of focus. Soft focus effect is applied with a soft focus lens. A special effects filter is used. 106
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    108) Card Reminder (p.108) Setting the Image Review Time (p.108) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.109) Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness (p.109) File Numbering Methods (p.110) Auto Image Rotation (p.112) Checking Camera Function Settings (p.113) Reverting the Camera to the Default Settings (p.114
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    can be set. If [Off] is set, the image review will not be displayed. If [Hold] is set, the image review will be displayed up until the [Auto power off] time. During the image review, if you operate any camera controls such as pressing the shutter button halfway, the image display will end. Under the
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    shutter button halfway or any of the following buttons: etc. If [Off] has been set, either turn off the camera yourself or press the button to turn off the shooting settings display to save battery power. If [Off] has been set and the camera is not used the reviewed image. 109
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    The file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 of the existing images in the card. If you want to use continuous file numbering, you should use a newly-formatted card each time. File numbering after replacing the
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    of the existing images in the card. To restart the file numbering from 0001, you should use a newly-formatted card. File numbering after replacing the card Card -1 Card -2 0051 0001 File numbering is reset [Manual reset]: You can reset the file numbering to 0001 at any time or for a new folder
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    camera's LCD monitor, I want to rotate an image captured when [OnD] had been set. Set [OnPD], then playback the image. It will be rotated. The vertical image does not rotate on the personal computer screen. The software used is not compatible with image rotation. Use the camera's bundled software
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    the menu is displayed, press the button to display the camera's current settings. While the menu is displayed, press the button to display the settings. Press the button again to return to the menu. Press the shutter button halfway to return to the shooting settings display. Settings
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    to the Default SettingsN This is for reverting all the camera's shooting settings and Custom Functions to the default settings. This works in the and other Creative Zone modes. 1 Select [Clear settings]. Under the [7] tab, select [Clear settings], then press . 2 Select the desired setting
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    Handy Features 3 Setting the LCD Monitor Off/On You can enable or disable the LCD monitor's shooting settings display (p.42) from turning on when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Under the [5] tab, select [LCD off/on btn], then press . Select one of the settings below, then press . [
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    functions can be set with the camera. Select [Flash control]. Under the This is good when you only want to use the AF-assist beam. [Built-in flash TTL II] as explained on the next page. Shutter sync. Normally, set this to [1st curtain this is combined with a slow sync speed, you can create a trail of
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    or [External flash C.Fn setting]. For details on which external Speedlite settings the camera can set, see the compatible EX-series (such as the 580EX II) Speedlite's instruction manual. Attach the Speedlite to the camera and turn on the Speedlite. 1 Select either [External flash func. setting] or
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    then press . X The screen will indicate that the sensor is being cleaned. Although there will be a shutter sound, a picture is not taken. For best results, do the sensor cleaning while the camera bottom is placed on a table or other surface at a perpendicular angle. Even if you repeat the sensor
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    used by Digital Photo Professional (provided software) to erase the dust spots automatically. Preparation Get a solid-white object (paper, etc.). Set the lens focal length to 50mm or longer. Set the lens a message screen will appear. Although there will be a shutter sound, a picture is not taken. 119
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    , you should update the Dust Delete Data by obtaining it again. For erasing dust spots automatically with the bundled software, see the Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. The Dust Delete Data appended to the image is so small that it hardly affects the image file size. Be sure to use a solid
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    and the shutter will open. 4 End the cleaning. Set the power switch to . For the power source, using the AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately) is recommended. If you use the battery, make sure it is fully recharged. If a battery grip with size-AA batteries is attached, manual sensor cleaning
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    . A brush can scratch the sensor. Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens mount. If the power is turned off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains or reflex mirror might get damaged. Never use canned air or gas to clean the sensor. The blowing force can damage the
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    "Basic Shooting and Image Playback" and how to view images on a TV set. You can also erase images. About images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images captured with a different camera or edited with a personal computer or whose file name was changed. 123
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    x Searching for Images Quickly H Display Multiple Images on One Screen (Index display) Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen. 1 Turn on the index display. During image playback, press the button. X The 4-image index display will appear. The
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    x Searching for Images Quickly Jump through Images (Jump display) When the card contains many images, you can browse through them by 10 or 100 images at a time. Also, if the images were shot on different days, you can browse through them by date. This browsing technique is called jump. 1 Select
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    keep pressing the button, you can magnify the image up to 10x. Use the keys to scroll around the magnified image. Press the button to the magnification maintained. Magnified view is not possible during the image review immediately after the image is taken. b Rotating the Image 1 Select
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    button to change the display format. During pause, you can press the key to view another image. During auto play, auto power off will not work. The display time may vary depending on the image. 127
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    a TV set and view images on the TV screen. Turn off the camera and the television before connecting them. 1 Connect the camera to the TV. Open the camera's terminal cover. Use the video cable (provided) to connect the camera's video OUT terminal to the TV monitor's VIDEO IN terminal. Insert the
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    reappear. If you format the card (p.40), the protected images will also be erased. Once an image is protected, it cannot be erased by the camera's erase function. To erase a protected image, you must first cancel the protection. If you erase all the images (p.130), only the protected images will
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    L Erasing Images You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.129) will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it. To prevent important images from being erased
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    shooting information display. The most detailed shooting information is shown below. Exposure compensation amount Flash exposure compensation amount Aperture Shutter speed Protect Folder number - File number Histogram (Brightness/RGB) Metering mode Shooting mode Picture Style and settings ISO
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    B Shooting Information Display About the Histogram The brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution, overall brightness, and gradation. And the RGB histogram display is for checking the color saturation and gradation. The display can be switched with the [3 Histogram] menu. [
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    the images in the card. The camera is compatible with "wPictBridge" which is the standard for direct printing. The Web site below gives more information on using your Canon camera with various printers, such as which paper types to use. http://canon.com/pictbridge/ Digital Print Order Format (DPOF
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    power switch to . 2 Set up the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. 3 Connect the camera to the printer. Use the interface cable that came with the camera. When connecting the cable plug to the camera's terminal, the cable plug's icon must face the front side of the
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    a problem with the printer. To find out what's wrong, do the following: 1. Press the button to playback the image. 2. Press . 3. On the print setting screen, select [Print]. The error message will be displayed on the LCD monitor. (p.142) If you use the battery to power the camera, make
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    The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Printer-connected icon 1 Select the image to be printed. Check that the icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor
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    , then press . When using a Canon printer and Canon paper, read the printer's instruction manual to check what paper types can be used. X The page layout the Exif data, the camera name, lens name, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation amount, ISO speed, white balance, etc.,
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    image will be printed according to the printer's standard colors. The image's Exif data is used to make automatic corrections. EVivid The image will be printed with higher saturation to produce more will differ depending on the printer. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. 138
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    Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer's own default settings as set by the printer's manufacturer. See the printer's instruction manual to find out what the [Default] settings are. Depending on the image's file size and image-recording quality, it may take some time
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    image brightness can be adjusted. Adjust levels When you select [Manual], you can change the histogram's distribution and adjust the image's [Contrast], [Saturation], [Color tone], and [Color balance]. To adjust the [Color balance], use the keys. B is for blue, A is amber, M is magenta, and G is
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    wPrinting Trimming the Image You can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed. Do the trimming right before printing. If you set the trimming and then set the print settings, you may have to set the trimming again. 1 On the print setting screen, select [
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    the printer to resume printing. For details, see the printer's instruction manual. Error Messages If a problem occurs during printing, an error message will appear on the camera's LCD monitor. Press to stop printing. After fixing the problem, resume printing. For details on how to fix a printing
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    W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (
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    , refer to the printer's instruction manual. Or check with your photofinisher about compatibility when ordering prints. Do not insert into the camera a card whose print order was set by a different camera and then try to specify a print order. The print order may not work or may be overwritten. Also
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    W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Print Ordering Sel.Image Quantity Total images selected Note that RAW images will not be included in the print order even if you set "All image." When using a PictBridge printer, print no more than 400 images for one print order. If you specify more than this
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    . 1 Prepare to print. See page 134. Follow the "Connecting the Camera to a Printer" procedure up to step 5. 2 Under the [3] tab bright background or on the border. Under [Adjust levels], [Manual] cannot be selected. If you stopped the printing and want problem occurs during printing, see page 142. 146
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    the bundled software (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk/CD-ROM) in the personal computer. For instructions on how to install the software, see "CD-ROM Guide." Preparation for Image Transfer 1 Connect the camera to the personal computer. Turn off the camera's power switch before connecting it. Use the
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    [EOS Utility] screen does not appear, see Software Instruction Manual in the CD-ROM. Before disconnecting the cable, turn off the camera. Pull yet been transferred to the personal computer will be selected by the camera automatically and transferred. Transfer order images You select the images and
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    Select & transfer d Transferring Images to a Personal Computer Press the key to select images one by one to be transferred to the personal computer. To exit, press the button. Wallpaper The image you select and transfer will appear as the personal computer's wallpaper. To exit, press the
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    all on card] and press , all your image selections for transfer will be canceled. Do not put into the camera any images whose transfer order was set by a different camera and then try to specify another transfer order. The images in the transfer order might all be overwritten. Also, depending
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    9 Customizing the Camera You can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. You can do it with Custom Functions. Custom Functions can be set and used only in Creative Zone modes. 151
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    3Setting Custom FunctionsN 1 Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Under the [7] tab, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press . 2 Custom Function No. Select the Custom Function No. Press the key to select the number of the Custom Function to be set, then press . 3 Change the setting
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    reduction 4 High ISO speed noise reduction 5 Auto Lighting Optimizer C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive 6 AF-assist beam firing 7 AF during Live View shooting 8 Mirror lockup C.Fn IV: Operation/Others 9 Shutter/AE lock button 10 .) If C.Fn-7-1/2 has been set and you want to use AE lock, set C.Fn-9-1. 153
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    sec. to 30 sec. to suit the scene's brightness. 1: 1/200 sec. (fixed) If you use the mode (aperture-priority AE) for flash photography, the shutter speed will be set to 1/200 sec. You need not worry about camera shake. (However, night scene or dark backgrounds will look darker in this mode.) 154
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    Reduces the noise generated in the image. Although noise reduction is applied at all ISO speeds, it is particularly effective at high ISO speeds. At low ISO speeds, the noise in the shadow areas is further reduced. With setting 1, continuous shooting and white balance bracketing cannot be used. 155
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    the image brightness and contrast are corrected automatically. (Depending on the shooting conditions, image noise may increase.) This function will not work with manual exposures nor 1 and 1+73 images. In the Basic Zone modes, the Auto Lighting Optimizer will operate automatically. B 1: Disable 156
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    - 106. 0: Disable 1: Quick mode (p.102) 2: Live mode (p.104) C.Fn-8 Mirror lockup 0: Disable 1: Enable Prevents camera vibrations caused by the reflex mirror action which can disturb shooting with super telephoto lenses or close-up (macro) shooting. See page 94 for the mirror lockup procedure. 157
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    you want to focus and meter separately. Press the button to autofocus and press the shutter button halfway to attain AE lock. 2: AF/AF lock, no C.Fn-10 SET button when shooting You can assign a frequently-used function to . When the camera is ready to shoot, you can press . 0: LCD monitor
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    camera again. This helps to save battery power. The menu screens and image playback will still be displayed when used. If you pressed the button and turned off the camera the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 (sold separately) is required. The images are not compatible with the image encryption/
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    3 Registering My MenuN For faster access, you can register up to six menus 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]. Select [Register], then press . 3 Register the
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    10 Reference This chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to make it easier to look up things. 161
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    Autofocus Fails Autofocus Example: Animal in a cage, etc. Repetitive patterns Example: Skyscraper windows, computer keyboards, etc. In such cases, do one of the lens is f/5.6 or smaller (larger f/number), AF will not be possible (except Live mode AF). For details, see the Extender's instruction manual
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    a Household Power Outlet With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. 1 Connect the power cord. Connect the power cord as shown in the illustration. After using the camera, unplug the power plug from the
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    Using the Remote Switch Remote Switch RS-60E3 (Sold separately) Remote switch with a 60 cm/2.0 feet cord for pressing the shutter button halfway or completely. It connects to the camera's remote control terminal. The camera is not compatible with Remote Controller RC-1 and RC-5 (both sold separately
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    take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover (p.22) attached to the camera strap. 1 Remove the eyecup. Push the bottom of the eyecup upward. 2 Attaching the eyepiece cover. Slide the eyepiece cover
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    attached externally in place of the built-in flash. For detailed instructions, see the EX-series Speedlite's instruction manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features of EX-series Speedlites. Shoe-mount Speedlites Macro Lites Only [Flash exp. comp] and [E-TTL II] can be
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    A non-Canon flash will not fire during Live View shooting. If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate properly and malfunction may result. Do not attach a high-voltage flash unit on the camera's hot shoe. It might not work
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    On 59 Beep On / Off 108 Shoot w/o card On / Off 108 Review time Off / 2 sec. / 4 sec. / 8 sec. / comp 1/3-stop increments, ±2 stops 79 Custom WB Manual setting of white balance 90 WB SHIFT/BKT WB correction Dust Delete Data Obtains data to be used to erase dust spots 119 3 Playback
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    Yellow) Custom Functions (C.Fn) Customize the camera as desired 152 Clear settings Clear all camera settings / Clear all Custom Func. (C.Fn) 114 Firmware Ver. For updating the firmware - 9 My Menu (Green) My Menu settings Register frequently-used menu items and Custom Functions 160 169
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    Dial Basic Zone Creative Zone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 d s f a8 JPEG kkkkkkkkkkkk Quality RAW kkkkk RAW + 73 kkkkk ISO speed Auto oooooookkkkk Manual kkkkk Standard o ooookkkkk Portrait o kkkkk Picture Style Landscape o kkkkk Neutral kkkkk Faithful kkkkk Monochrome kkkkk User
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    10 sec. self-timer k k k k k k k k k k k k 2 sec. self-timer kkkkk Continuous shots after self-timer kkkkkkkkkkkk Auto oo o o Built-in flash Manual kkkkk Flash off o o o Red-eye reduction k k k k kkkkk FE lock Flash exposure compensation Live View shooting kkkkk kkkkk kkkkk 171
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    Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power The camera does not operate even when the power switch is set to . The battery is not
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    Press the shutter button halfway again to focus, or focus manually. (p.37 lens focus mode switch to . (p.33) To prevent camera shake, hold the camera still and press the shutter button gently. (p.36, 37) The card cannot be used. If a card error message is displayed, see page 40 or 175. The camera
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    Troubleshooting Guide The built-in flash does not fire. If you shoot continuously with the built-in flash at short intervals, the flash might stop operating to protect the flash unit. Image Review & the same video format as the TV. (p.169) Use the video cable that came with the camera. (p.128) 174
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    code Countermeasures If there is a problem with the camera, an error message appears. Follow the onscreen instructions. To recover from the error screen, turn the power switch off and on, or remove and reinstall the battery. If error 02 (Card problem) is displayed, remove and reinstall the card
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    Lenses Bundled Accessories Eyecup Ef Angle Finder C Wide Strap EW-100DB lll Semi Hard Case EH19-L Battery Pack LP-E5 Battery Grip BG-E5 Battery Charger LC-E5 or LC-E5E Battery Magazine BGM-E5L for two LP-E5 battery packs 176 Battery Magazine BGM-E5A for size-AA batteries AC Adapter Kit
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    System Map EF lenses EF-S lenses Remote Switch RS-60E3 Video Cable VC-100 EOS DIGITAL Software Instruction Solution Disk Manual Interface Cable IFC-200U Interface Cable IFC-500U Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3 Card reader SD memory card/ SDHC memory card PCMCIA adapter TV/Video
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    Compatible lenses: Lens mount: Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flash SD memory card, SDHC memory card 22.2 mm x 14.8 mm Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens focal length) Canon EF cleaning (2) Manual cleaning of
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    EF600mm f/4L IS USM or shorter lenses) Viewfinder information: AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, AE lock, exposure level, ISO speed, exposure warning), flash information (flash ready, high-speed sync, FE lock, flash exposure
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    with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens, ISO 100) Exposure control: Program AE (Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, Flash Off, Program), shutter- priority AE, aperture-priority AE, depth-of-field AE, manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash ISO speed (Recommended Exposure Index
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    • Live View Functions Shooting modes: (1) Live View shooting (2) Remote Live View shooting (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility) Focusing: Manual focus Autofocus (Quick mode, Live mode) Metering modes: Evaluative metering with the image sensor Metering range: EV 0 - 20 (at
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    direct printing (Hi-Speed USB) Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable Remote control terminal: For Remote Switch RS-60E3 • Power Source Battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 (Quantity 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 * With Battery Grip BG-E5, size-AA batteries can be used 182
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    1.8 oz. (excluding protective cover) • Battery Charger LC-E5 Compatible battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 Recharging time: Approx. 2 hours Rated input: 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated output: 8.4 V DC / 700 mA Working temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F Working humidity: 85% or less
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    • Battery Charger LC-E5E Compatible battery: Battery Pack LP-E5 Power cord length: Approx. 2 m / 6.6 ft. Recharging time: Approx. 2 hours Rated input: 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated output: 8.4 V DC / 700 mA Working temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F Working humidity
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    trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. * This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard that enhances compatibility between digital cameras and printers. By connecting
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    not fire the flash near a person's eyes. It may impair the person's vision. When using flash to photograph an infant, keep at least 1 meter away. • Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to prevent electrical shock, heat
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    -up battery can also become hot and cause skin burns. • Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center
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    to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (rated input: 100-240 V AC
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    operating instructions for Battery Charger LC-E5 & LC-E5E. 2. Before using the charger, read all instructions and cautionary remarks on (1) the charger, (2) the battery pack, and (3) the product using the battery pack. 3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only the Battery Pack LP-E5. Other
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    MEMO 190
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    112 Autofocus J Focusing Av (Aperture-priority AE 72 B Basic shooting 43 Battery J Power Battery check 28 Beeper 108 Black-and-white image 68 Bracketing 80, 93 Bulb 75 Noise reduction 155 C Camera Clear camera settings 114 Holding the camera 36 Camera
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    File number 110 Continuous / Auto reset / Manual reset Filter effect 84 Flash 58 2nd-curtain sync 116 Effective range 58 External Speedlite 117, 166 FE lock 89 Flash exposure compensation 79, 116 Flash off 52 Menu setting 116 Red-eye reduction 59 Shutter speed fixed at 1/200 sec 154 192
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    129 Review lens 35 Image-recording quality selection ...64 Index display 124 ISO speed Lens 16, 33 Live View shooting 95 Autofocus 102, 157 Possible shots 100 Long exposures J Bulb Low level format 41 M M (Manual exposure 75 Magnified view 98, 126 Malfunction 172 Manual exposure 75 Manual
  • Canon EOS Rebel XS | User Manual - Page 194
    High ISO speed Nomenclature Camera 16 Lens 16 Mode Dial 20 Shooting settings 18 Viewfinder 19 Number J File number O One-Shot AF 60 Original decision (image verification) data 159 Overseas (charger power off 27, 109 Battery 24, 26 Battery check 28 Household power
  • Canon EOS Rebel XS | User Manual - Page 195
    76 Aperture-priority AE 72 Close-up 49 Flash off 52 Full Auto 44 Landscape 48 Manual exposure 75 Night Portrait 51 Portrait 47 Program AE 56 Shutter-priority AE 70 Sports 50 Shutter button 37 Shutter-priority AE 70 Simultaneous recording J RAW+73 Sports 50 Strap 22 System map 176
  • Canon EOS Rebel XS | User Manual - Page 196
    Kohnan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of July 2008. For information on the camera's compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced after this date, contact any Canon Service Center. CT1-1022-000 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN JAPAN
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