Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II User Guide - Page 190

Using the Hot Shoe Still Images Movies Use the hot shoe to attach an optional electronic viewfinder or external flash. 1 Remove the hot shoe cap. zzPull off the cap as shown. zzTo avoid losing the cap after removal, store it in the viewfinder or flash case. 2 Attach the hot shoe cap. zzAfter removing a viewfinder or flash, reattach the hot shoe cap to protect the hot shoe. zzInsert the cap as shown. • To avoid contact between the screen and any viewfinder or flash on the hot shoe, do not tilt the screen up when these accessories are attached. Still Images Using an Electronic Viewfinder (Sold Separately) Movies Shooting is easier with an optional electronic viewfinder, which helps you concentrate on keeping subjects in focus. Note that fewer shots and less recording time are available than when using the screen (LCD monitor) on the back of the camera. For guidelines on the number of shots and recording time available, see "Number of Shots/ Recording Time, Playback Time" (=229). 1 Make sure the camera is off. 2 Attach the electronic viewfinder to the hot shoe. zzRemove the viewfinder cover. zzInsert the viewfinder's connection component into the hot shoe (=190) as shown until it clicks into place. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories 3 Adjust the electronic viewfinder to the desired angle. zzYou can adjust the angle of the viewfinder up to 90° to suit the scene or how you are shooting. Appendix Index 190