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Objects in the foreground and background will be in focus automatically. 
All the AF points will function to detect the subject, and the aperture 
required to attain the necessary depth of field will be set automatically.
*  stands for Auto-Depth of field. This mode sets the depth of field automatically.
1Set the Mode Dial to < 8>.
2Focus the subject.
 Aim the AF points over the subjects 
and press the shutter button halfway. 
(0 )
  All the subjects covered by the AF 
points flashing in red will be in focus.
3Take the picture.
8 : Automatic Depth-of-Field AE
 If the “ 30"” shutter speed blinks, it indicates that the subject is too dark. 
Increase the ISO speed.
  If the “ 8000” shutter speed blinks, it indicates that the subject is too 
bright. Decrease the ISO speed.
  If the aperture blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is correct but the 
desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Either use a wide-angle lens or 
move further away from the subjects.
  If the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera steady or use a 
tripod.
  If you use flash, the result will be the same as using < d> with flash.  
						

							
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Four metering modes are provided: Evaluative, partial, spot, and 
center-weighted average metering. In the Basic Zone modes, 
evaluative metering is set automatically.
1Press the  button. (9 )
2Select the metering mode.
 While looking at the LCD panel, turn 
the < 6> dial.
q :Evaluative metering
w :Partial metering
r :Spot metering
e :Center-weighted average 
metering
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.
w Partial metering
Effective when the background is much brighter than 
the subject due to backlighting, etc. Partial metering 
covers about 9% of the viewfinder area at the center.
r Spot metering
This is for metering a specific part of the subject or 
scene. The metering is weighted at the center 
covering about 3.8% of the viewfinder area.
e Center-weighted average metering
The metering is weighted at the center and then 
averaged for the entire scene.
q  Selecting the Metering Mode N  
						

							
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Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure set by 
the camera. You can make the image look brighter (increased 
exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). You can set the exposure 
compensation up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments.
1Turn the Mode Dial to any 
Creative Zone mode except .
2Check the exposure level 
indicator.
  Press the shutter button halfway and 
check the exposure level indicator.
3Set the exposure  compensation 
amount.
  Set the power switch to < J>, and 
while looking at the viewfinder or LCD 
panel, turn the < 5> dial.
  Turn the < 5> dial while pressing the 
shutter button halfway or within ( 0)
after pressing the shutter button 
halfway.
  To cancel the exposure 
compensation, set the exposure 
compensation amount back to < E>.
4Take the picture.
Setting Exposure Compensation N
Increased exposure
Decreased exposure
 The exposure compensation amount will remain in effect even after you 
set the power switch to < 2>.
  Take care not to turn the < 5> dial and change the exposure 
compensation inadvertently. To prevent this, set the power switch to 
< 1 >.  
						

							
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By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera 
brackets the exposure up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three 
successive shots. This is called AEB.
* AEB stands for Auto Exposure Bracketing.
1Select [AEB].
 Under the [ 2] tab, select [ AEB], then 
press < 0>.
2Set the AEB amount.
  Turn the < 5> dial to set the AEB 
amount, then press < 0>.
X When you exit the menu, < h> and 
the AEB level will be displayed on the 
LCD panel.
3Take the picture.
 Focus and press the shutter button 
completely. The three bracketed shots 
will be taken in this sequence: Standard, 
decreased, and increased exposure.
  Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB amount to < >.
  AEB will be canceled automatically when you set the power switch 
to < 2 > or the flash is ready to fire.
3 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) N
AEB amount
Canceling AEB
 If the drive mode is set to < u>, you must press the shutter button three 
times. When < o> or < i> is set and you hold down the shutter button 
completely, the three bracketed shots will be taken continuously. Then 
the camera will stop shooting. When < j> or < l> is set, the three 
bracketed shots will be taken after a 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay.
  AEB can be combined with exposure compensation.
  Neither flash nor bulb exposures can be used with AEB.  
						

							
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Use 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 
setting. Press the <
A> button to lock the exposure, then recompose and 
take the shot. This is called AE lock. It is effective for backlit subjects.
1Focus the subject.
 Press the shutter button halfway.
XThe exposure setting will be displayed.
2Press the < A> button. (0 )
X The < A> icon lights in the viewfinder 
to indicate that the exposure setting is 
locked (AE lock).
  Each time you press the < A> button, 
it locks the current exposure setting.
3Recompose and take the picture.
  If you want to maintain the AE lock 
while taking more shots, hold down 
the < A> button and press the shutter 
button to take another shot.
* When the lens’ focus mode switch is set to < MF>, AE lock is applied at the 
center AF point.
A AE Lock N
AE Lock Effects
Metering ModeAF Point Selection Method
Automatic SelectionManual Selection
q Evaluative 
metering*AE lock is applied at the AF 
point that achieved focus.AE lock is applied at the 
selected AF point.
w  Partial metering
AE lock is applied at the center AF point.
r
 Spot metering
e Center-weighted 
average metering  
						

							
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When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the 
shutter button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter 
button. This is called bulb exposure. Use bulb exposures for night 
scenes, fireworks, the heavens, and other subjects requiring long 
exposures.
1Set the Mode Dial to .
2Set the shutter sp eed to “buLb.”
 While looking at the LCD panel, turn 
the < 6> dial to select “ buLb.”
  The next setting after “ 30"” is “ buLb .”
3Set the desired aperture and shoot.
 To set the aperture, set the power 
switch to <
J>, and turn the  dial. While you hold down the shutter 
button, the exposure will continue.
X
The elapsed exposure time (sec.) will be 
indicated on the LCD panel by the same 
indicator used for the shots remaining.
Each time you press the < U> button, 
the LCD panel illumination will turn on or 
off ( 9). During a bulb exposure, 
pressing the shutter button completely 
will turn off the LCD panel illumination.
Bulb Exposures
U LCD Panel Illumination
  Since bulb exposures have more noise than usual, the image may look 
rough or grainy.
  When [ 8C.Fn II -1 ] (Long exp. noise reduction ) is set to [1:Auto] or 
[ 2:On ], noise generated by the bulb exposure can be reduced. (p.156)
  For bulb exposures, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote 
Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended.  
						

							
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Bulb Exposures
If you take a picture without looking at the viewfinder, light entering the 
eyepiece can throw off the exposure. To prevent this, use the eyepiece 
cover attached to the camera strap.
1Remove the eyecup.
 From the bottom of the eyecup, push 
it upward.
2Attaching the Eyepiece Cover.
 Slide the eyepiece cover down into 
the eyepiece groove to attach it.
You can connect Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller 
TC-80N3 (both sold separately) or any EOS accessory equipped with 
an N3-type terminal to the camera and shoot with it.
To operate the accessory, refer to its instruction manual.
1Open the terminal cover.
2Connect the plug to the remote 
control terminal.
  Connect the plug as shown in the 
illustration.
  To disconnect the plug, grasp the 
plug’s silver part and pull out.
Using the Eyepiece Cover
Connecting the Remote Switch  
						

							
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Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera 
shake, using mirror lockup to prevent camera vibrations can also help 
when you use a super telephoto lens or shoot close ups.
When [8C.Fn III -7] (Mirror lockup) is set to [1:Enable]  (p.160),
shooting with mirror lockup will be possible.
1 Focus the subj ect, press the shutter button completely 
and release it.
X The mirror will swing up.
2 Press the shutter button completely again.
XThe picture is taken and the mirror goes back down.
Mirror Lockup N
 In very bright light such as at the beach or ski slope on a sunny day, take 
the picture promptly after mirror lockup.
  During mirror lockup, do not point the camera lens at 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 you let go of the shutter button 
during the 2-sec./10-sec. self-timer countdown, there will be a shutter-
release sound. This is not the actual shutter release (no picture is taken).
 When [ 1:Enable ] is set, single shooting will take effect even if the drive 
mode is continuous.
  When the self-timer is set to < j> or < l>, the picture will be taken 
after 10 sec. or 2 sec. respectively.
  The mirror locks up, and after 30 seconds, it will go back down 
automatically.
  For mirror lockup shots, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote 
Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended.  
						

							
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E-TTL II autoflash obtains high-precision and consistent flash shots.
If necessary, the built-in flash will pop-up automatically  in low-light 
or backlit conditions. (except in < 3>  < 7 > modes)
Regardless of the light level,  you can press the  button to pop-up 
and fire the built-in flash whenever desired.  If the built-in flash has 
popped up, you can push it back down with your fingers.
d :For fully automatic flash photography.  The shutter speed 
(1/ 60 sec. - 1/250 sec.) and aperture are set automatically.
s :Enables you to set the desired shutter speed (30 sec. - 1/ 
250 sec.).  The flash exposure will be set automatically to match 
the aperture that was set automatically.
f :Enables you to set the desired aperture.  The flash exposure 
will be set automatically to match the aperture that was set.  The 
shutter speed will set automatically between 30 sec. - 1/250 
sec. to suit the scene’s brightness.
In low light, the main subject is exposed with the automatic 
flash, and the background is exposed with a slow shutter speed 
set automatically. Both the subject and background look 
properly exposed (automatic slow-speed flash sync).
  With slow shutter speeds, using a tripod is recommended.
  If you do not want to use a slow shutter speed, set [ 8C.Fn I 
-7 ] (Flash sync. speed in Av mode ) to [1:1/250sec. (fixed) ].
(p.155)
a :You can set both the shutter speed (bulb or 30 sec. - 1/250 
sec.) and aperture.  The flash exposure will be set automatically 
to match the aperture that was set. The background exposure 
will vary depending on the shutter speed and aperture.
8 : The flash result will be the same as the < d> mode.
Using the Built-in Flash
Using the Built-in Flash in the Basic Zone
Using the Built-in Flash in the Creative Zone  
						

							
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Using the Built-in Flash
Effective Range of Built-in Flash[Approx. meters/feet]
Using the red-eye reduction lamp before taking a flash picture can 
reduce red eye. Red-eye reduction will work in any shooting mode 
except   .
 Under the [ 1] tab, select [ Red-eye 
On/Off ] and press < 0>. Set it to 
[ On ], then press < 0>.
  In flash photography, when you press 
the shutter button halfway, the red-
eye reduction lamp will light. Then 
when you press the shutter button 
completely, the picture will be taken.
ISO 
SpeedEF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ISEF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
Wide Angle:  18mmTelephoto: 55mmWide Angle:  17mmTelephoto: 85mm
1001 - 3.7 / 3.3 - 12.11 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.51 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.81 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.5
2001 - 5.3 / 3.3 - 17.41 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.81 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.11 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.8
4001 - 7.4 / 3.3 - 24.31 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.11 - 6.5 / 3.3 - 21.31 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.1
8001 - 10.5 / 3.3 - 34.41 - 6.6 / 3.3 - 21.71 - 9.2 / 3.3 - 30.21 - 6.6 / 3.3 - 21.7
16001 - 14.9 / 3.3 - 48.91 - 9.3 / 3.3 - 30.51 - 13.0 / 3.3 - 42.71 - 9.3 / 3.3 - 30.5
H: 32001 - 21.0 / 3.3 - 68.91 - 13.1 / 3.3 - 43.01 - 18.4 / 3.3 - 60.41 - 13.1 / 3.3 - 43.0
3 Using Red-eye Reduction
Detach the lens hood and keep at least 1 meter/3.3 feet away from the subject. If the 
lens has a hood attached or you are too close to the subject, the bottom of the picture 
might look dark due to the obstructed flash. If you use a telephoto lens or a fast lens 
and the flash is still partially obstructed, use an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately).
 The red-eye reduction feature is most effective when the subject looks at the red-
eye reduction lamp, when the room is well lit, or when you go closer to the subject.
 When you press the shutter button halfway, the viewfinder display on the bottom 
will gradually turn off. For best results, take the picture after this display turns off.
 The effectiveness of red-eye reduction varies from subject to subject.