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•TypeType:Digital, single-lens reflex, AF/AE camera with built-in flashRecording media: Type I or II CF card*Compatible with Microdrive and 2GB and larger CF cards* Recording to USB external media enabled with Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E3/E3A attached
Image sensor size: 22.2 x 14.8mm
Compatible lenses:
Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) (35mm-equivalent 
focal length is approx.1.6 times the lens focal length)
Lens mount: Canon EF mount
• Image SensorType:High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensorPixels: Effective pixels: Approx. 10.10 megapixels Total pixels: Approx. 10.50 megapixels
Aspect ratio: 3:2
Color filter system: RGB primary color filter
Low-pass filter: Located in front of the image sensor, non-removable
Dust deletion feature: (1) Automatic sensor cleaning (2) Manual cleaning of sensor 
(3) Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image
• Recording SystemRecording format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0
Image type: JPEG, RAW (14-bit)
RAW+JPEG 
simultaneous recording: Provided (sRAW+JPEG also possible)
File size: (1) Large/Fine : Approx. 3.5 MB (3888 x 2592 pixels)(2) Large/Normal : Approx. 1.8 MB (3888 x 2592 pixels)
(3) Medium/Fine : Approx. 2.1 MB (2816 x 1880 pixels)
(4) Medium/Normal: Approx. 1.1 MB (2816 x 1880 pixels)
(5) Small/Fine : Approx. 1.2 MB (1936 x 1288 pixels)
(6) Small/Normal : Approx. 0.7 MB (1936 x 1288 pixels)
(7) RAW : 
Approx. 12.4 MB (3888 x 2592 pixels)(8) sRAW (Small RAW): Approx. 7.1 MB (1936 x 1288 pixels)
* Exact file sizes depend on the subject, ISO speed,  Picture Style, etc.
File numbering: Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset
Color space: sRGB, Adobe RGB
Picture Style: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful,  Monochrome, User Def. 1 - 3
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Specifications
Recording functions:With the WFT-E3/E3A attached, image recording to the CF card and to USB 
external media connected to the WFT-E3/E3A will be possible as follows:
(1) Standard
(2) Automatic switching of recording media
(3) 
Separate recordings according to image-recording quality(4) Recording images having the same size
Backup recording: Enabled with WFT-E3/E3A attached
• White BalanceType: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten light, white  fluorescent light, flash, custom, color temperature setting
Auto white balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor
Color temperature 
compensation: White balance correction: ±9 stops in full-stop increments
White balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop increments*Blue/amber direction or magenta/green direction possibleColor temperature 
information transmission: Provided
• ViewfinderType: Eye-level pentaprism
Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95%
Magnification: Approx. 0.95x (-1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity)
Eyepoint: Approx. 22 mm
Built-in dioptric adjustment: -3.0 - +1.0 diopter
Focusing screen: Interchangeable (2 types sold separately), Ef-A standard  focusing screen provided
Mirror:
Quick-return half mirror (Transmission:reflection ratio of 40:60, 
no mirror cut-off with 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 compensation), monochrome shooting, 
white balance correction, maximum burst, CF card information
Depth-of-field preview: Enabled with depth-of-field preview button
• AutofocusType: TTL secondary image-registration, phase detection
AF points: 9 (Cross-type)
Metering range: EV -0.5 - 18 (at 23°C/73°F, ISO 100)
Focus modes:
One-Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, Manual focusing (MF)  
						

							
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AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selectionSelected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel
AF-assist beam: Small series of flashes fired by built-in flash Effective range: Approx. 4.0 m/13.1 ft. at center, approx. 
3.5 m/11.5 ft. at periphery
• Exposure ControlMetering modes: 35-zone TTL full-aperture metering• Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point)
• Partial metering (approx. 9% of viewfinder at center)
• Spot metering (approx. 3.8% of viewfinder at center)
• Center-weighted average metering
Metering range:
EV 1 - 20 (at 23°C/73°F 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): Basic Zone modes:ISO 100 - 800 set automaticallyCreative Zone modes:ISO 100 - 1600 (in 1/3-stop increments), Auto, 
or ISO speed can be expanded to ISO 3200
Exposure compensation: Manual: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments (can be  combined with AEB)
AEB: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
AE lock: Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative  metering when focus is achieved
Manual: By AE lock button
•ShutterType: Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter
Shutter speeds: 1/8000 to 30 sec. (1/3- and 1/2-stop increments), bulb, X- sync at 1/250 sec.
Shutter release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release
Self-timer: 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay
Remote control: Remote control with N3 type terminal
• Built-in FlashType: Retractable, auto pop-up flash
Flash metering: E-TTL II autoflash
Guide No.: 13/43 (ISO 100, in meters/feet)
Recycle time: Approx. 3 sec.
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Flash coverage: 17mm lens angle of viewFlash exposure compensation: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
FE lock: Provided
• External SpeedliteCompatible flash: EX-series Speedlites
Flash metering: E-TTL II autoflash
Flash exposure compensation: ±2 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
FE lock: Provided
External flash settings: Flash function settings, Flash C.Fn settings
PC terminal: Provided
Zooming to match 
lens focal length: Provided
• Drive SystemDrive modes: Single, High-speed continuous, Low-speed continuous,  and Self-timer (10 sec. or 2 sec. delay)
Continuous shooting 
speed (Approx.): High-speed: Max. 6.5 shots/sec., Low-speed: Max. 3 shots/sec.
Maximum burst: JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 75, RAW: Approx. 17 RAW+JPEG (Large/Fine): Approx. 14
*
Based on Canon’s testing standards with 1GB CF card, high-
speed continuous shooting, ISO 100, and Standard Picture Style
*Varies depending on the subject, CF card brand, image-
recording quality, ISO speed, drive mode, Picture Style, etc.
• Live View FunctionsShooting modes: (1) Live View shooting(2) Remote Live View shooting
     (with a personal computer installed with EOS Utility)
Focusing: Manual focus Autofocus (Live View image interrupted for AF)
Metering modes: Evaluative metering with the image sensor
Metering range: EV 0 - 20 (at 23°C/73°F with EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens,  ISO 100)
Magnified view: Magnifiable by 5x or 10x at AF point
Grid display: Provided
Exposure simulation: Provided
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•LCD MonitorType: TFT color liquid-crystal monitor
Monitor size: 3.0 in.
Pixels: Approx. 230,000
Coverage: Approx. 100%
Brightness adjustment: 7 levels provided
Interface languages: 18
•Image PlaybackDisplay format:Single image, Single image + Image-recording quality, shooting information, 
histogram, 4- or 9-image index, magnified view (approx. 1.5x - 10x), rotated 
image, image jump (by 1/10/100 images, 1 screen, or shooting date)
Highlight alert: Provided (Overexposed highlights blink)
• Image Protection and EraseProtect: Single images can be erase-protected or not
Erase:Single image, checkmarked images, or all images in the CF 
card can be erased (except protected images) at one time
• Direct PrintingCompatible printers: PictBridge-compatible printers
Printable images:JPEG images compliant to Design rule for Camera File System (DPOF 
printing possible) and RAW/sRAW images captured with the EOS 40D
Easy Print feature: Provided
• Digital Print Order FormatDPOF: Version 1.1 compatible
• Direct Image TransferCompatible images: JPEG and RAW/sRAW images * Only JPEG images can be transferred as wallpaper on the personal computer screen
• CustomizationCustom Functions: Total 24
Camera user settings: Register under Mode Dial’s C1, C2, and C3 positions
My Menu registration: Provided
• InterfaceUSB  terminal: For personal computer communication and direct printing  (USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)
Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable
Extension system terminal: For connection to WFT-E3/E3A  
						

							
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Specifications
• Power SourceBattery:Single Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512* AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2
* With Battery Grip BG-E2N or BG-E2 attached, size-AA batteries can be used
Battery life: [Number of shots • approx.]
*
The above figures apply with a fully-charged Battery Pack BP-511A* The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards
Battery check: Auto
Power saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, or 30 min.
Date/Time battery: One CR2016 lithium battery
Startup time: Approx. 0.15 sec.
• Dimensions and WeightDimensions (W x H x D):145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5 mm / 5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 in.
Weight: Approx. 740 g / 26.1 oz. (body only)
• Operation EnvironmentWorking temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F
Working humidity: 85% or less
•Battery Pack BP-511AType: Rechargeable lithium ion battery
Rated voltage: 7.4 V DC
Battery capacity: 1390 mAh
Dimensions (W x H x D):38 x 21 x 55 mm / 1.5 x 0.8 x 2.2 in.
Weight: Approx. 82 g / 2.9 oz.
• Battery Charger CG-580Compatible battery: Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512
Recharging time: BP-511A, BP-514: Approx. 100 min.  BP-511, BP-512: Approx. 90 min.
Rated input: 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
Rated output: 8.4 V DC
Working temperature range: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F Temperature
Shooting Conditions
No Flash50% Flash Use
At 23°C / 73°F11 0 0800
At 0°C / 32°F950700  
						

							
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Working humidity: 85% or lessDimensions (W x H x D):91 x 67 x 31 mm / 3.6 x 2.6 x 1.2 in.
Weight: Approx. 115 g / 4.1 oz.
• Battery Charger CB-5LCompatible battery: Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512
Power cord length: Approx. 1.8 m / 5.9 ft.
Recharging time: BP-511A, BP-514: Approx. 100 min. BP-511, BP-512: Approx. 90 min.
Rated input: 100 - 240 V AC
Rated output: 8.4 V DC
Working temperature range:0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F
Working humidity: 85% or lower
Dimensions (W x H x D): 91 x 67 x 32.3 mm / 3.6 x 2.6 x 1.3 in.
Weight: Approx. 105 g / 3.7 oz. (excluding power cord)
• EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ISAngle of view: Diagonal extent: 74°20’ - 27°50’ Horizontal extent: 64°30’ - 23°20’
Vertical extent: 45°30’ - 15°40’
Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
Minimum aperture: f/22 - 36
Closest focusing distance:0.25 m / 0.82 ft.
Max. magnification: 0.34x (at 55 mm)
Field of view:
207 x 134 - 67 x 45 mm / 8.1 x 5.3 - 2.6 x 1.8 in. (at 0.25 m)Filter size: 58 mm
Max. diameter x length: Approx. 68.5 x 70 mm / 2.7 x 2.8 in.
Weight: Approx. 200 g / 7.1 oz.
Hood: EW-60C
Case: LP814
• EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USMAngle of view: Diagonal extent: 78°30’ - 18°25’ Horizontal extent: 68°40’ - 15°25’
Vertical extent: 48°00’ - 10°25’
Lens construction: 17 elements in 12 groups
Minimum aperture: f/22 - 32
Closest focusing distance: 0.35 m / 1.15 ft.
Max. magnification: 0.2x (at 85mm)
Field of view:
328 x 219 - 112 x 75 mm / 12.9 x 8.6 - 4.4 x 3.0 in. (at 0.35 m)Filter size: 67 mm  
						

							
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Max. diameter x length: 78.5 x 92 mm / 3.1 x 3.6 in.
Weight: Approx. 475 g / 16.8 oz.
Hood: EW-73B
Case: LP1116
 All specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards.
  The camera’s specifications and exterior are subject to change without notice.
  If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera, consult the 
respective lens maker.
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  CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
  Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the 
United States and other countries.
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and other countries.
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ual 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 to an Exif 
Print-compliant printer, the shooting information is incorporated to optimize the 
print output.  
						

							
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Digital Camera Model DS126171 SystemsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, 
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions,  may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
     that to which the receiver is connected.
—
Consult the dealer or an experi enced radio/TV technician for help.The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used 
with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 
15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise 
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you 
could be required 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 digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limitsfor radio noise 
emissions from digital apparatus as set outin the interference-causing 
equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus", ICES-003 of the Industry 
Canada.
When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC 
Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 
7.8 V DC). Using anything else can cause fire, overheating, or 
electrical shock.  
						

							
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  — This manual contains important safety 
and operating instructions for Battery Charger CG-580 & CB-5L.
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 BP-511A, 
BP-514, BP-511, or BP-512. Other types of batteries may burst, causing 
personal injury and other damage.
4. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in  fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than 
by cord when disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or  otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. Do not operate the charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them  immediately.
9. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, 
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
10. Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when  service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of 
electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before  attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION
Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts 
inside. Refer servicing to qualified serviceman.
U.S.A. and Canada only:
The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is 
recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on 
how to recycle this battery.
For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may 
apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.