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Image Settings
This chapter explains the settings for shooting digital 
images: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, Picture 
Styles, white balance, and color space.
When the camera is ready to shoot, you can press the  
button to see the image settings. (p.186)  
						

							
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You can set the image size (recorded pixels), image type (JPEG, RAW, sRAW), and JPEG quality (compression rate).
3/4 /5 /6  will record the image in the JPEG. In the  1/9  mode, 
the image will require processing with the software provided.  9 is a 
small RAW image which is one-fourth  (approx. 5.2 megapixels) the size 
of a normal RAW image. 
Also, RAW/sRAW and JPEG images can be recorded at the same time 
on the memory card.
1Press the < B> button. (9 )
  Press the < B> button once or 
twice to display the card and image 
size on the rear LCD panel.
2Select the image size.
  Turn the < 5> dial to select the 
image size.
 
If 1 or 9 and 3/4/5/6 are 
displayed at the same time, the RAW or 
sRAW and JPEG image will be 
recorded simultaneously on the card.
  Turn the < 6> dial to select the card 
to record or playback images. (p.73)
Setting the Image-recording Quality
Selecting the Image Size
Image size/Card  z WB
Image Size Guide
Image sizePixelsPrint Size
3 (Large)
JPEG
Approx. 21.0 megapixels (5616x3744)A2 or larger
4(Medium1)Approx. 16.6 megapixels (4992x3328)Around A2
5 (Medium2) Approx. 11.0 megapixels (4080x2720) Around A3
6(Small)Approx. 5.2 megapixels (2784x1856)Around A4
1(RAW)Approx. 21.0 megapixels (5616x3744)A2 or larger
9 (Small RAW) Approx. 5.2 megapixels (2784x1856) Around A4  
						

							
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Setting the Image-recording Quality
 The number of possible shots and maximum burst apply to a 2GB CF card 
based on Canon’s testing standards. Figu res in parentheses apply to an Ultra 
DMA (UDMA) 2GB CF card based on Canon’s testing standards.
 
The file size, number of possible shots, and  maximum burst during continuous shooting are 
based on Canon’s testing standards (JPEG quality:  8, ISO 100, Picture Style: Standard). 
 Check the viewfinder or top LCD panel for the current number of possible shots. The file size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst during 
continuous shooting will vary depending on the subject, memory card 
brand, ISO speed, Picture Style, etc.
  In the case of monochrome images, the file size will be smaller so the number 
of possible shots will be higher.
File Size and Memory Card Capacity
Image sizeFile Size 
(Approx. MB/Shot)Possible Shots  (Approx.)Maximum Burst (Approx.)o  High-speedp  Low-speed36.4 29056 (63)   83 (180)
4 5.2 350 73 (96) 140 (370)
53.9 470110 (160)300 (500)62.2 840160 (470)890 (890)
1 25.0 75 12 (12) 14 (16)
1+325.0 + 6.45410 (10)10 (10)1 +425.0 + 5.25710 (10)10 (10)
1 +5 25.0 + 3.9 60 12 (12) 12 (12)
1+625.0 + 2.26412 (12)12 (12)914.5 13018 (18)24 (28)
9 +3 14.5 + 6.4 82 12 (12) 14 (16)
9+414.5 + 5.29012 (12)14 (16)9 +514.5 + 3.99712 (12)18 (18)
9 +6 14.5 + 2.2 100 18 (20) 20 (24)
 You can also use the [ 2 Image size ] menu to set the image size.
 For simultaneous image recording,  the RAW or sRAW image and the 
JPEG image will be recorded with the same file number in the same folder.
  If the [ 5 Record func+media/folder sel. ] menu’s [Record func. ] is set 
to [ Rec. separately ], you can set the image size (except for  1+JPEG 
and  9 +JPEG) for the respective card.
  In accordance with the selected image size, the < p> or < 1> icon 
will be displayed on the right  side in the viewfinder. If 9 has been 
selected, < 1> will be displayed.  
						

							
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Setting the Image-recording Quality
The RAW image is the data output by the image sensor and converted 
to digital data which is recorded on the memory card as is. The RAW 
image is transferred to a personal computer where software (provided) 
is used to adjust the image as needed. From the RAW image, the 
software can develop and generate the adjusted image in the desired 
type such as JPEG or TIFF.  
This is a small RAW image which is one-fourth (approx. 5.2 
megapixels) the size of a normal RAW image. As with RAW images, 
sRAW images can be developed and adjusted with the provided 
software. This image type is handy when you do not need a very high 
resolution as a normal RAW image.
The maximum burst shown on the preceding page 
indicates the number of continuous shots that can be taken 
with a formatted 2GB CF card based on Canon’s testing 
standards.
The actual maximum burst will vary depending on the 
subject, memory card brand, image-recording quality 
(image size and JPEG quality), ISO s peed, drive mode, Picture Style, 
Custom Functions, etc. The maximum burst shown are only estimated 
figures. In the viewfinder, the approx imate maximum burst is indicated 
on the right side.
About RAW
About sRAW
Maximum Burst During Continuous Shooting
  If C.Fn II -2 [ High ISO speed noise reduction ] is set to [1: On], the 
maximum burst will be greatly reduced. (p.163)
  If C.Fn I -8 [ Safety shift ] is set to [2: Enable (ISO speed) ], the maximum 
burst displayed in the viewfinder will decrease. (p.160)
  The maximum burst is displayed even when a memory card is not in the 
camera. Make sure that a memory card is loaded before taking a picture.
 
The maximum burst for  is displayed regardless of the drive mode.  
						

							
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Setting the Image-recording Quality
The image-recording quality (compression rate) can be set for each image size 3/4 /5 /6 .
1 Select [JPEG quality].
  Under the [ 2] tab, select [ JPEG 
quality ], then press < 0>.
2 Select the image size.
  Turn the < 5> dial to select the 
image size, then press < 0>.
3Set the desired quality 
(compression rate).
  Turn the < 5> dial to select setting, 
then press < 0>.
  The higher the number, the higher the 
quality will be (lower compression).
  For 6 - 10, < i> is displayed. For 1 - 
5, < o> is displayed.
3  Setting the JPEG Qual ity (Compression Rate)
If the viewfinder displays “ 99” for the maximum burst, it means the maximum 
burst is 99 or higher. If 98 or lower is displayed, the maximum burst is 98 or 
lower. If you stop the continuous shooting, the maximum burst will increase. 
After all the captured images are written to the memory card, the maximum 
burst will be as listed on page 53.
The higher the image-recording quality, the fewer the number of possible 
shots will be. On the other hand, the lower the image-recording quality, the 
higher the number of possible shots will be.  
						

							
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The ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light. A higher 
ISO speed number indicates a higher sensitivity to light. Therefore, a 
high ISO speed is suited for low light and moving subjects. However, 
the image may look more coarse with noise, etc. On the other hand, a 
low ISO speed is not suited for low light or action shots, but the image 
will look finer.
The camera can be set between ISO 100 and 1600 in 1/3-stop 
increments.
1Press the < Z> button. (9 )
X The current ISO speed will be 
displayed on the top LCD panel and 
in the viewfinder.
2Set the ISO speed.
  Turn the < 6/5 > dial to set the ISO 
speed.
Z : Setting the ISO Speed
 Using a high ISO speed or shooting in high-temperature conditions may 
result in more grainy images.
  High temperatures, high ISO speeds,  or long exposures may cause 
irregular colors in the image.
  If C.Fn II -3 [ Highlight tone priority ] is set to [1: Enable], the settable 
ISO speed range will be ISO 200 - 1600. (p.164)
With C.Fn I -3 [ Set ISO speed range ], the ISO speed range can be 
extended to ISO 50 (L) to 3200 (H). (p.158)  
						

							
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By selecting a Picture Style, you can obtain the desired image effects matching your photographic expression or the subject.
1Press the  button.
 When the camera is ready to shoot, 
press the < A> button.
X The Picture Style screen will appear.
2Select a Picture Style.
  Turn the < 5> dial to select a Picture 
Style, then press < 0>.
X The Picture Style will take effect and 
the camera will be ready to shoot.
  Standard
The image looks vivid and sharp.
  Portrait
For nice skin tones. The  image looks slightly sharp.
  Landscape
For vivid blues and greens, and very sharp images.
  Neutral
For natural colors and subdued images. This Picture Style assumes 
that you will do post-processing with a personal computer.
  Faithful
The image is dull and subdued. W hen the subject is captured under 
a color temperature of 5200K, the color is adjusted colorimetrically to 
match the subject’s color. This Pi cture Style assumes that you will do 
post-processing with a personal computer.
A  Selecting a Picture Style
Picture Style Effects
You can also use the [ 1 Picture Style ] menu to select the Picture Style.  
						

							
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A Selecting a Picture Style
 Monochrome
For black-and-white images.
  User Def. 1-3
You can select a base Picture Style such as [ Portrait] or 
[ Landscape ], adjust its parameters as  desired and register it under 
[ User Def. 1 ] to [User Def. 3 ]. Any User Defined Picture Style which 
has not been set will have the same settings as the Standard Picture 
Style.
The symbols on the upper right of the Picture Style selection screen 
refer to parameters such as [ Sharpness] and [Contrast ]. The numerals 
indicate the parameters settings, such as [ Sharpness] and [Contrast ], 
for each Picture Style. 
Symbols
About the Symbols
 To obtain natural-looking, black-and-white images, set a suitable 
white balance.
  With JPEG  3/4 /5 /6  images, color cannot be restored to the 
black-and-white image. Do not use this Picture Style if you want color 
JPEG images. When [ Monochrome] is selected, < 0> will appear 
on the rear LCD panel.
g Sharpness
h Contrast
i
Saturation
j
Color tone
k
Filter effect (Monochrome)
l
Toning effect (Monochrome)  
						

							
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You can customize the Picture Style by adjusting the individual 
parameters like [ Sharpness] and [Contrast ]. To customize 
[Monochrome ], see the next page.
1Press the  button.
2Select a Picture Style.
 Turn the < 5> dial to select a Picture 
Style, then press the < B> button.
3Select a parameter.
 Turn the < 5> dial to select a 
parameter, then press < 0>.
4Set the parameter.
  Turn the < 5> dial to set the 
parameter as desired, then press 
< 0 >.
  Press the < M> button to save 
the adjusted parameter. The Picture 
Style selection screen will reappear.
X Any settings different from the default 
will be displayed in blue.
Parameter Settings and Effects
A  Customizing the Picture Style
g Sharpness [0] : Less sharp outline [+7] : Sharp outline
h  Contrast [-4] : Low contrast [+4] : High contrast
i  Saturation[-4] : Low saturation[+4] : High saturation
j Color tone[-4] : Reddish skin tone[+4] : Yellowish skin tone  
						

							
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A Customizing the Picture Style
For Monochrome, you can also set [ Filter effect] and [Toning effect ] in 
addition to [Sharpness] and [Contrast ].
[Filter effect]
With a Filter effect applied to a 
monochrome image, you can make 
white clouds or green trees stand out 
more. 
[Toning effect]
By applying a toning effect, you can 
create a monochrome image in that 
color. It can make the image look more 
impressive.
The following can be selected: [N:None] 
[
S:Sepia] [B:Blue] [P:Purple] [G:Green].
Monochrome Adjustment
  By selecting [ Default set.] in step 3, you can revert the respective 
Picture Style to its default parameters.
  To shoot with the Picture Style you modified, follow step 2 on the 
preceding page to select the Picture Style and then shoot.
FilterSample effects
N: NoneNormal black-and-white image with no filter effects.
Ye: YellowThe blue sky will look more natural, and the white clouds will look crisper.
Or: OrangeThe blue sky will look slightly darker. The sunset will look more brilliant.
R: RedThe blue sky will look quite dark. Fall leaves will look crisper and brighter.
G: GreenSkin tones and lips will look fine. Tree leaves will look crisper and 
brighter.
Setting the [ Contrast] to the plus side will make the filter effect more 
pronounced.