Canon EOS 500D + EF-S 18-55 IS Manuel d'instructions

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10Contents at a GlanceShooting Shoot automatically Î p.43 - 55 (Basic Zone modes) Shoot continuously Î p.47, 50, 68 (i Continuous shooting) Take a p

100Due to the lens characteristics, the four corners of the picture might look darker. This is called lens light fall-off or drop in peripheral illumi

1013 Lens Peripheral Illumination CorrectionThe camera already contains lens peripheral illumination correction data for about 25 lenses. In step 2, i

102The shooting settings are displayed on the LCD monitor where you can directly select and set the functions. This is called the Quick Control screen

1030 Using the Quick Control Screen On the Quick Control screen, select the function and press <0>. The respective setting screen will then app

104The camera’s mechanical shake caused by the reflex mirror action can affect images taken with a super telephoto lens or close-up (macro) lens. In s

1055Live View ShootingYou can shoot while viewing the picture on the camera’s LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting.”Live View shooting is e

1061Set the shooting mode. Set the shooting mode to a Creative Zone mode. Live View shooting cannot be used in Basic Zone modes.2Display the Live Vi

107A Live View ShootingNUnder [6 Live View function settings], set [Live View shoot.] to [Enable].Battery Life with Live View Shooting [Approx. number

108Function settings particular to Live View shooting are explained here.Under the [6] tab, the [Live View function settings] menu options, [Grid disp

109A Setting Shooting FunctionsN2Select the function and set it. Press the <S> key to select the function to be set.X The name of the selected

11 Make a large size print of the pictureÎ p.70 (73, 83, 1) Take many pictures Î p.70 (76, 86)Focusing Change the point of focus Î p.66 (S AF point

110A Setting Shooting FunctionsN Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.About the Information DisplayMagnifyin

111The AF modes available are [Live mode], [u Live mode] (face detection, p.112), and [Quick mode] (p.116).If you want to achieve precise focusing, se

112Using AF to FocusN3Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject, and hold down the <A> button.X When focus is achieved, the AF point

113Using AF to FocusN2Focus the subject. Press the <A> button to focus the face covered by the <p> frame.XWhen focus is achieved, the AF

114Using AF to FocusNAF operation Focusing will take slightly longer. Even when focus has been achieved, pressing the <A> button will focus ag

115Using AF to FocusNShooting conditions which can make focusing difficult: Low-contrast subjects such as the blue sky and solid-color, flat surfaces

116Using AF to FocusNThe dedicated AF sensor is used to focus in the One-Shot AF mode (p.64), using the same AF method as with viewfinder shooting.Alt

117Using AF to FocusN3Focus the subject. Aim the AF point over the subject, and hold down the <A> button.X The Live View image will turn off, t

118You can magnify the image and focus precisely manually.1Set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>. Turn the lens focusing ring to focus roughly

119Notes About the Live View Image Under low or bright light conditions, the Live View image might not reflect the brightness of the captured image.

12Camera Care This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used

120Notes About the Shooting Results When you shoot continuously with the Live View function for a long period, the camera’s internal temperature may

1216Shooting MoviesSet the Mode Dial to <k> to shoot movies. The movie file format will be MOV.SD Cards for Movie ShootingWhen shooting movies,

122Connecting the camera to a TV set is recommended to playback movies (p.156-157).1Set the Mode Dial to <k>.X The reflex mirror will make a sou

123Function settings particular to movie shooting are explained here.Display the movie menu. Select the [k] menu tab. The menu options displayed are

Movie Settings124 Grid displayWith [Grid 1l] or [Grid 2m], you can display grid lines. Metering timerYou can change how long the AE lock is to be ma

125Movie SettingsYou can take a still photo at anytime by pressing the shutter button completely, even during movie shooting.Taking Still Photos Durin

Movie Settings126 Each time you press the <B> button, the information display will change.About the Information DisplayMagnifying frameAE lockI

127Notes on Movie ShootingRecording and Image Quality At [1920x1080], the recorded frame rate is slower, so fast-moving subjects or scenes may look a

128Notes on Movie ShootingCamera’s internal temperature increase and image degradation If you continue to shoot movies for a prolonged period, the ca

1297Handy Features Silencing the Beeper (p.130) Card Reminder (p.130) Setting the Image Review Time (p.130) Setting the Auto Power-off Time (p.131

13Handling PrecautionsLCD Monitor Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99.99% effective pixels, the

130You can prevent the beeper from sounding when focus is achieved or during self-timer operation.Under the [1] tab, select [Beep], then press <0&g

131Handy FeaturesTo save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after the set time of idle operation elapses. You can set this auto power-o

Handy Features132The file number is like the frame number on a roll of film. The captured images are assigned a sequential file number from 0001 to 99

133Handy Features [Auto reset]: Resets the file numbering to 0001 whenever the card is replaced.Each time you replace the card, the file numbering re

Handy Features134Vertical images are rotated automatically so they are displayed vertically on the camera’s LCD monitor and computer instead of horizo

135Handy FeaturesWhile the menu is displayed, press the <B> button to display the camera’s current settings. While the menu is displayed, press

Handy Features136This is for reverting all the camera’s shooting settings and Custom Functions to the default settings. This works in the <d> an

137Handy FeaturesIf you use EOS Utility (provided software) to set your copyright information, the copyright information will be added to the image’s

Handy Features138This prevents the display-off sensor from turning off the shooting settings display automatically when your eye nears the viewfinder

139The built-in flash and external Speedlite settings can be set with the menu. The [External flash ***] menu options for external Speedlites will be

14Quick Start Guide1Insert the battery. (p.26)To charge the battery, see page 24.2Attach the lens. (p.33)When attaching an EF-S lens, align it with th

3 Setting the FlashN140[Built-in flash func. setting] and [External flash func. setting] Settable Functions* Regarding the [FEB] (Flash exposure brack

1413 Setting the FlashN Flash exposure compensationSee “y Flash Exposure Compensation” on page 85. E-TTL IIFor normal flash exposures, set it to [Ev

142Whenever you set the power switch to <1> or <2>, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit operates to automatically shake off the dust on the fron

143Normally, the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit will eliminate most of the dust that might be visible on captured images. However, in case visible dust sti

3 Appending Dust Delete DataN1443Photograph a solid-white object. At a distance of 20 cm - 30 cm / 0.7 ft. - 1.0 ft., fill the viewfinder with a patte

145Dust which could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can be removed manually with a blower, etc.The surface of the image sensor is extr

3 Manual Sensor CleaningN146 While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutte

1478Image PlaybackThis chapter explains features related to viewing photos and movies, going into more detail than in Chapter 2 “Basic Shooting and Im

148Search for images quickly with the index display showing four or nine images on one screen.1Playback the image. When you press the <x> butto

149x Searching for Images QuicklyWith the single image display, you can turn the <6> dial to jump through the images.1Select the jump method. I

15Quick Start Guide6Set the Mode Dial to <1> (Full Auto). (p.44)All the necessary camera settings will be set automatically.7Focus the subject.

150You can magnify the image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor.1Magnify the image. During image playback, press the <u> button.X The image will

151You can rotate the displayed image to the desired orientation.1Select [Rotate]. Under the [3] tab, select [Rotate], then press <0>.2Select t

1521Playback the image. Press the <x> button to display the image.2Select a movie. Press the <U> key to select the image. During the sin

153k Playing MoviesFunction Playback Description2 Exit Returns to the single-image display.7 Play Pressing <0> toggles between play and pause.8

154You can playback the images in the card as an automatic slide show.1Select [Slide show]. Under the [4] tab, select [Slide show], then press <0&

1553 Slide Show (Auto Playback) 3Set the play time and repeat option. Press the <V> key to select [Set up], then press <0>. For still ph

156You can also view the still photos and movies on a TV set. Before connecting or disconnecting the cable between the camera and television, turn off

157Viewing the Images on TVThe HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) is required.1Connect the HDMI cable to the camera. Connect the HDMI cable to the

158Protecting the image prevents it from being erased accidentally.1Select [Protect images]. Under the [3] tab, select [Protect images], then press &

159You can either select and erase images one by one or erase them in one batch. Protected images (p.158) will not be erased.Once an image is erased,

16The names in bold indicate the parts explained up until the “Basic Shooting and Image Playback” section.NomenclatureMode Dial (p.20)Power switch (p.

L Erasing Images1602Select [Select and erase images]. Select [Select and erase images], then press <0>.X An image will appear. Press the <I

161When you press the <B> button during single-image playback, you can switch the shooting information display. The most detailed shooting infor

B Shooting Information Display162 About the HistogramThe brightness histogram display shows the exposure level distribution and overall brightness. T

1639Printing Images and TransferringImages to a Computer Printing (p.164)You can connect the camera directly to a printer and print out the images in

164The direct printing procedure is done entirely with the camera while you look at the LCD monitor.1Set the camera’s power switch to <2>.2Set u

165Preparing to Print6Playback the image. Press the <x> button.X The image will appear, and the <w> icon will appear on the upper left to

166The screen display and setting options will differ depending on the printer. Some settings might not be available. For details, see the printer’s i

167wPrinting Select the size of the paper loaded in the printer, then press <0>.X The paper type screen will appear. Select the type of the pa

wPrinting1684Set the printing effects. Set as necessary. If you need not set any printing effects, go to step 5. The screen display may differ depen

169wPrinting5Set the date and file number imprinting. Set as necessary. Select <I>, then press <0>. Set as desired, then press <0>

17NomenclatureEyecup (p.195)Viewfinder eyepieceDisplay-off sensor (p.138)<B> Shooting settings display button (p.42,135)<M> Menu button (p

wPrinting170In step 4 on page 168, select the printing effect. When the <e> icon is displayed next to <z>, press the <B> button. You

171wPrintingYou can crop the image and print only the trimmed portion as if the image was recomposed. Do the trimming right before printing. If you se

wPrinting172 Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area might not be printed as you specified. The smaller you make the trimming frame, the gr

173You can set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot

W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)1744 Exit the setting. Press the <7> button.X The print order screen will reappear. Next, select [Sel.Image

175W Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Sel.ImageSelect and order images one by one.Press the <I> button to display the three-image view. To ret

176With a PictBridge printer, you can easily print images with DPOF.1 Preparing to print. See page 164. Follow the “Connecting the Camera to a Printe

177By connecting the camera to a computer, you can transfer images from the camera’s card by operating the camera. This is called direct image transfe

d Transferring Images to a Computer1784Set the camera’s power switch to <1>. When the program selection dialog window appears on the computer,

179d Transferring Images to a ComputerOptions other than [All images] are explained below. To start the image transfer, press the <l> button. N

Nomenclature18Shooting Settings DisplayThe display will show only the settings currently applied.ApertureShots remainingSelf-timer countdownBulb expos

d Transferring Images to a Computer180Under the [3] tab, you can use [Transfer order] to select the images to be transferred to a computer.When you se

18110Customizing theCameraYou can customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. You can do it with Custom Functions. Cust

1821Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Under the [7] tab, select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)], then press <0>.2Select the Custom Function number.

1833 Setting Custom FunctionsNCustom FunctionsC.Fn I: ExposureA LV shootingk Movie shooting1 Exposure level incrementsp.184k2 ISO expansion k3 Flash s

184Custom Functions are organized into four groups based on the function type: C.Fn I: Exposure, C.Fn II: Image, C.Fn III: Auto focus/Drive, C.Fn IV:

1853 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn II: ImageC.Fn-4 Long exposure noise reduction0: Off1: AutoFor 1 sec. or longer exposures, noise reduction is perfor

3 Custom Function SettingsN186C.Fn-6 Highlight tone priority0: Disable1: EnableImproves the highlight detail. The dynamic range is expanded from the s

1873 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn III: Autofocus/DriveC.Fn-8 AF-assist beam firingThe AF-assist beam can be emitted by the camera’s built-in flash or

3 Custom Function SettingsN188C.Fn IV: Operation/OthersC.Fn-10 Shutter/AE lock button0: AF/AE lock1: AE lock/AFConvenient when you want to focus and m

1893 Custom Function SettingsNC.Fn-12 LCD display when power ON0: DisplayWhen the power switch is turned on, the shooting settings will be displayed (

19NomenclatureViewfinder InformationThe display will show only the settings currently applied.ApertureAF point display indicator < >AF points<

190Under the My Menu tab, you can register up to six menu options and Custom Functions whose settings you change frequently.1Select [My Menu settings]

19111ReferenceThis chapter provides reference information for camera features, system accessories, etc. The back of this chapter also has an index to

192Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:Subjects difficult

193With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level.1Connect

194Remote controllers to shoot wirelessly up to about 5 meters/16.4 feet from the camera. The RC-1 can trip the shutter immediately or after a 2-sec.

195Remote Control ShootingIf you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent

196Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation.When an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) is attached to the camera, almost all the

197External Speedlites With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series Speedlite set in TTL or A-TTL autoflash mode, the flash can be fired at full output only.Set the

198o: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectableFunction Availability Tablekkkooookooookkkooookooookkkooookooookkkooookooookkkooookoook

199Function Availability Tableo: Set automatically k: User selectable : Not selectable*1: Refers to “(2) Blurring/sharpening the background” funct

2Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The EOS 500D is a high-performance, digital single-lens reflex camera featuring fine-detail CMOS sensor with

Nomenclature20Mode DialThe Mode Dial has the Basic Zone modes, Creative Zone modes, and Movie shooting mode.Basic ZoneAll you do is press the shutter

2001 Shooting 1 (Red) Page2 Shooting 2 (Red)3 Playback 1 (Blue)Menu SettingsQuality 73 / 83 / 74 / 84 / 76 / 86 / 1+73 / 1 70BeepOn / Off 130Release s

201Menu Settings4 Playback 2 (Blue) Page5 Set-up 1 (Yellow)6 Set-up 2 (Yellow)7 Set-up 3 (Yellow)9 My Menu (Green)Histogram Brightness / RGB 162Slide

Menu Settings202k Movie (Red) PageMovie Shooting Mode MenuGrid display Off / Grid 1l / Grid 2m 124Metering timer4 sec. / 16 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. /

203If a problem occurs, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or

Troubleshooting Guide204 Auto power off is in effect. If you do not want auto power off to take effect, set [5 Auto power off] to [Off]. Even if [5

205Troubleshooting Guide Set the [7 Custom Functions (C.Fn)] menu’s [High ISO speed noise reduction] to [Standard], [Low], or [Disable]. If it is set

Troubleshooting Guide206 The built-in flash’s pop-up mechanism moves slightly. This is normal. If you use flash or if ISO 3200 or higher is set, the

207Troubleshooting Guide If dust is adhering to the LCD monitor, wipe its surface with a lens cloth or soft cloth. In low or high temperatures, the

Troubleshooting Guide208 The correct date and time has not been set (p.29). Make sure the AV cable or HDMI cable’s plug is connected all the way in

209If there is a problem with the camera, an error message will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions.* If the error still persists, write down th

21NomenclatureEF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lensEF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lensFocus mode switch (p.33)Lens mount index (p.33) Contacts (p.13)Hood mount (

210System MapEyecup EfRubber Frame EfEyepiece Extender EP-EX15llE-series Dioptric Adjustment LensesAngle Finder CSemi Hard Case EH19-LWide StrapEW-100

211System MapEF-S lensesEF lensesRemote SwitchRS-60E3RemoteControllerRC-5RemoteControllerRC-1Windows VistaWindows XPMac OS XPictBridge-compatible prin

212•TypeType:Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flashRecording media: SD memory card, SDHC memory cardImage sensor size: 22.3 x 1

213SpecificationsMagnification: Approx. 0.87x (-1 m-1 with 50mm lens at infinity)Eye point: Approx. 19 mm (From eyepiece lens center at -1 m-1)Built-i

Specifications214•FlashBuilt-in flash: Retractable, auto pop-up flashGuide No.: 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet)Flash coverage: 17mm lens angle of view

215Specifications•LCD MonitorType: TFT color liquid-crystal monitor (Brightness adjustable to 7 levels)Monitor size and dots: 3-in. with approx. 920,0

Specifications216Battery life: With viewfinder shooting:(Based on CIPA Approx. 400 shots at 23°C/73°F, approx. 380 shots at 0°C/32°F testing standards

217Specifications• EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ISAngle of view: Diagonal extent: 74°20’ - 27°50’Horizontal extent: 64°30’ - 23°20’Vertical extent: 45°30’ -

218Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the Uni

219Safety WarningsFollow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage.Preventing Serious Injury or De

Nomenclature22Battery Charger LC-E5Charger for Battery Pack LP-E5 (p.24).Battery Charger LC-E5ECharger for Battery Pack LP-E5 (p.24).Battery pack slot

220• If you drop the equipment and the casing breaks open to expose the internal parts, do not touch the internal parts due to the possibility of elec

221European Union (and EEA) only.This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Dir

222Index1st-curtain sync... 1402nd-curtain sync ...1402-sec. self-timer ...

223IndexDepth-of-field preview ...80Digital terminal ...164, 177Dioptric adjustment ...36Di

224IndexHighlight detail loss...161Highlight tone priority ...60, 186Histogram (Brightness/RGB) ...162IICC profile

225IndexMicrophone ...124Mirror lockup ...104, 187Mode Dial...

226IndexRemote control shooting ...55, 69, 124, 194Revert to default settings ...136Rotate (image) ...

227

This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of April 2009. For information on the camera’s compatibility with any accessories and lenses introduced

231Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparatory steps before you start shooting and basic camera operations.Attaching the StrapPass the end of the

241Remove the protective cover.2Attach the battery. As shown in the illustration, attach the battery securely. To detach the battery, follow the abo

25Charging the Battery Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day it is to be used.Even during non-use or storage, a charged battery will g

26Load a fully charged Battery Pack LP-E5 into the camera.1Open the battery compartment cover. Slide the lever as shown by the arrow and open the cov

27When you turn on the power switch and the date/time setting screen appears, see page 29 to set the date/time.<1> : The camera turns on.<2&g

Turning on the Power28When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be indicated in one of four levels:z : Battery level is OK.x :

29When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time has been reset, the Date/Time setting screen will appear. Follow steps 3 and 4 to

3Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.* Battery Charge

301Display the menu. Press the <M> button to display the menu.2Under the [6] tab, select [Language ]. Press the <U> key to select the [6

31The captured image is recorded onto the card (sold separately).Make sure the card’s write protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing.1Op

Installing and Removing the SD Card321Open the cover. Set the power switch to <2>. Check that “Recording...” is not displayed on the LCD monit

331Remove the caps. Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.2Attach the lens. Align the EF-S lens with the c

Attaching and Detaching a Lens34To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens with your fingers.If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zoom

35When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a less blurred shot. The procedure explained here is based

36Turn the dioptric adjustment knob. Turn the knob left or right so that the nine AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.To obtain sharp images, hold

37Basic OperationThe shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.

38You can set various functions with the menus such as the image-recording quality, date/time, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, use the <M>

393 Menu Operations1Display the menu. Press the <M> button to display the menu.2Select a tab. Press the <U> key to select a tab. You can

4Icons in this Manual<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.<V> <U> : Indicate the <S> cross keys.<0> : Indicates the setting but

40If 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

413 Formatting the Card The card is new. The card was formatted by a different camera or a computer. The card is full with images or data. A card-

42The LCD monitor can display the shooting settings screen, menu screen, image, etc. Displayed when the camera is turned on. When your eye nears the

432Basic Shooting andImage PlaybackThis chapter explains how to use the Basic Zone modes on the Mode Dial for best results and how to playback images.

441Set the Mode Dial to <1>.2Aim any AF point over the subject. All the AF points will be used to focus, and generally the closest object will

451 Fully Automatic Shooting The focus confirmation light <o> blinks and focus is not achieved.Aim the AF point over an area having good contras

46Depending on the scene, position the subject toward the left or right to create a balanced background and good perspective.In the <1> (Full Au

47The <2> (Portrait) mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out. It also makes flesh tones and the hair look softer than with

48Use the <3> (Landscape) mode for wide scenery, night scenes, or to have everything in focus from near to far. The greens and blues also become

49When you want to photograph flowers or small things up close, use the <4> (Close-up) mode. To make small things appear much larger, use a macr

5For first-time users, chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s basic operations and shooting procedures.ChaptersIntroductionCamera basics.2Getting Start

50To photograph a moving subject, whether it is a child running or a moving vehicle, use the <5> (Sports) mode. Use a telephoto lens.Using a te

51To shoot someone at night and obtain a natural-looking exposure in the background, use the <6> (Night Portrait) mode. Use a wide-angle lens a

52In places where flash photography is prohibited, use the <7> (Flash Off) mode. This mode is also effective for candlelight scenes when you wan

53Basic Zone modes except <C> (Creative Auto) take care of everything, whereas the <C> Creative Auto mode enables you to easily change the

C Creative Auto Shooting54(1) Flash firing<a> (Auto firing), <D> (Flash on), or <b> (Flash off) can be selected.If you set <b>

55C Creative Auto Shooting(4) Image effectsBesides the standard image effect, you can set it for portraits, landscapes, or black-and-white photos. (p.

56The easiest way to playback images is explained below. For more details on the playback procedure, see page 147.1Playback the image. When you press

573Advanced ShootingTechniquesIn the Basic Zone modes, to prevent spoiled shots, most functions are set automatically and cannot be changed. In the &l

58To obtain a good exposure of the subject, the camera sets the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) automatically. This is called Program AE.1Set th

59d: Program AE Changing the ISO speed and using the built-in flash.To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the ISO speed (p.

612IntroductionItem Check List... 3Conventions Used in

60Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. In the Basic Zone modes, the ISO speed is set automatically

61Z: Changing the ISO SpeedNIf the ISO speed is set to “AUTO”, the actual ISO speed to be set will be displayed when you press the shutter button half

62In indoors, low light, or backlit conditions in daylight, just pop up the built-in flash and press the shutter button to take flash pictures. In the

63D Using the Built-in Flash If the subject is far away, increase the ISO speed.By increasing the ISO speed, you can extend the flash range. In brig

64Select the AF mode suiting the shooting conditions or subject. In the Basic Zone modes, the optimum AF mode is set automatically.1On the lens, set t

65E: Changing the AF ModeNThis AF mode is for moving subjects when the focusing distance keeps changing. While you hold down the shutter button halfwa

66In the Basic Zone modes, all the AF points are active. Generally, the AF point covering the closest subject will be selected to focus. Therefore, th

67S Selecting the AF PointN When shooting a portrait up close, use One-Shot AF and focus the eyes.If you focus the eyes first, you can then recompose

68You can shoot up to about 3.4 shots per sec. This is effective for shooting your child running toward you and capturing the different facial express

691Press the <YiQ> button.2Select the self-timer. Press the <U> key to select the desired self-timer, then press <0>.Q: 10-sec. sel

7Contents43Advanced Shooting Techniques 57d: Program AE...

70You can select the number of megapixels to record (approx. 15.1, 8.0, or 3.7 megapixels) and the image quality.1Select [Quality]. Under the [1] tab

713 Setting the Image-recording Quality I want to select the quality matching the paper size for printing.Refer to the diagram on the left when choos

3 Setting the Image-recording Quality721 is the raw image data before it is made into a 73 or other images. Although 1 images require software like Di

73By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject.1Press the <XA> button.X [Pict

A Selecting a Picture StyleN74S NeutralThis Picture Style is for users who prefer to process images with their computer. For natural colors and subdue

754More AdvancedTechniquesThis chapter builds on the previous chapter and introduces more ways to shoot creatively. The first half of this chapter ex

76You can either freeze the action or create motion blur with the <s> (Shutter-priority AE) mode on the Mode Dial.* <s> stands for Time va

77s: Action Shots To freeze the action or moving subject.Use a fast shutter speed such as 1/4000 sec. to 1/500 sec. To blur a running child or anima

78To obtain a blurry background or to make everything near and far look sharp, set the Mode Dial to <f> (Aperture-priority AE) to adjust the dep

79f: Changing the Depth of Field When using a high aperture, note that camera shake can occur in low light scenes.A higher aperture will make the shu

Contents88567Live View Shooting 105A Live View Shooting... 106A Setting

f: Changing the Depth of Field80To obtain a correct flash exposure, the flash output will be set automatically to match the set aperture (autoflash ex

81You can set both the shutter speed and aperture as desired. With flash, the flash exposure will be set automatically to match the aperture that was

82Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture req

83The metering mode determines the exposure. Different metering modes measure the subject brightness differently. Normally, evaluative metering is rec

84Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure set by the camera. You can make the image look brighter (increased exposure) or darker

85Setting Exposure CompensationNSet flash exposure compensation if the flash exposure of the subject does not come out as desired.1Select [Flash contr

86This feature takes exposure compensation a step further by varying the exposure automatically with three shots as shown below. You can then choose t

873 Auto Exposure BracketingN Follow steps 1 and 2 to turn off the AEB amount display. The AEB setting will be canceled automatically if the power s

88You can customize a Picture Style by adjusting individual parameters like [Sharpness] and [Contrast]. To see the resulting effects, take test shots.

89A Customizing a Picture StyleN SharpnessAdjusts the sharpness of the image.To make it less sharp, set it toward the E end. The closer it is to E, th

9Contents10911Slide Show (Auto Playback)...154Viewing the Images on TV ...

A Customizing a Picture StyleN90For Monochrome, you can also set [Filter effect] and [Toning effect] in addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast] explain

91You can select a base Picture Style such as [Portrait] or [Landscape], adjust its parameters as desired and register it under [User Def. 1], [User D

A Registering a Picture StyleN925Select a parameter. Select a parameter such as [Sharpness], then press <0>.6Set the parameter. Press the <

93The color space refers to the range of reproducible colors. With this camera, you can set the color space for captured images to sRGB or Adobe RGB.

94Use AE lock when the area of focus is to be different from the exposure metering area or when you want to take multiple shots at the same exposure s

95FE lock locks the flash exposure setting over the desired area of the subject. This feature can also be used with a Canon EX-series Speedlite.* FE s

96White balance (WB) is for making the white areas look white. Normally, the <Q> (Auto) setting will obtain the correct white balance. If natura

97B: Setting the White BalanceN2Select [Custom WB]. Under the [2] tab, select [Custom WB], then press <0>.X The custom white balance selection

98You can correct the white balance that has been set. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature c

992 White Balance CorrectionNWith just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the color tempera