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P Multiple Exposures
3Set [Multi-expos ctrl].
  Select the desired multiple-exposure 
control method, then press < 0>.
  Additive
The exposure of each single exposure  is added cumulatively. Based on 
the [No. of exposures], set a negative exposu re compensation. Refer 
to the basic guide below to set  a negative exposure compensation.
Exposure Compensation Setting Guide for Multiple ExposuresTwo exposures: -1 stop, three exposures:  -1.5 stop, four exposures: -2 stops
 Average
Based on the [ No. of...

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5Set the images to be saved.
  To save all the single exposures and 
the merged multiple-exposure image, 
select [ All images ], then press < 0>.
  To save only the merged multiple-
exposure image, select [ Result 
only ], then press < 0>.
6Select [Continue Mult-exp].
  Select either [ 1 shot only] or 
[Continuously ], then press .
  With [ 1 shot only ], multiple-exposure 
shooting will be canceled 
automatically after the shooting ends.
  With [ Continuously ], multiple-...

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8Shoot subsequent exposures.
X When [On:Func/Ctrl ] is set, the merged multiple-exposure 
image will be displayed.
  With Live View shooting, the mu ltiple-exposure images merged 
so far will be displayed. By pressing the < B> button, you can 
display only the Live View image.
  After you shoot the set number of  exposures, multiple-exposure 
shooting will be canceled. With  continuous shooting, after you 
finish shooting the set number of  exposures while holding down 
the...

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P Multiple Exposures
You can select an image recorded in the card as the first single 
exposure. The original of the se lected image will remain intact.
You can only select  1 images.  You cannot select  41/61  or 
JPEG images.
1Select [Select image for multi. expo.].
  Select [Select image for multi. 
expo. ], then press < 0>.
X
The images in the ca rd will be displayed.
2Select an image.
 Turn the < 5> dial to select the 
image to be used as the first single 
exposure, then press < 0>.
  Turn the <...

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When [On:Func/Ctrl ] is set and you 
have not finished shooting the set 
number of exposures, you can press the 
< x > button to view the merged 
multiple-exposure image so far. You can 
check how it looks and the exposure. 
(Not possible when [ On:ContShtng] is 
set.)
If you press the < L> button, the 
operations possible during multiple-
exposure shooting will be displayed.
Checking and Deleting Multiple  Exposures During Shooting
 You can also select a  1 multiple-exposure...

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  Are there any restrictions on the image-recording quality?All JPEG image-recording quality  settings can be selected. If 41 or 
61 is set, the merged multiple-exposure will be recorded as a 1 image.
  Can I merge images recorded in the card?With [ Select image for multi. expo. ], you can select the first single 
exposure from the images recorded on the card (p.184). Note that you 
cannot merge multiple images already recorded on the card.
  Are multiple exposures possible with...

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Although using the self-timer or Remote Switch can prevent camera 
shake, using mirror lockup to prevent  camera vibrations (mirror shock) 
can also help when you use a super  telephoto lens or shoot close ups 
(macro photography).
1Set [Mirror lockup].
 Under the [ z3] tab, select [Mirror 
lockup ], then press < 0>.
  Select [Enable ] or [Enable: Mirror 
down w/ s], then press < 0>.
2Focus the subject, then press the 
shutter button completely.
XThe mirror will swing up, and the 
 icon will blink on...

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2 Mirror Lockup
 In very bright light such  as at the beach or a sk i slope on a sunny day, 
take the picture prompt ly after mirror lockup.
  Do not point the camera  toward the sun. The sun’s heat can scorch and 
damage the shutter curtains.
  If you use the self-timer and mirror  lockup in combination with bulb 
exposure, keep pressing the shutter  button completely (self-timer delay 
time + bulb exposure time ). If you let go of the shutter button during the 
self-timer countdown, there will  be...

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Flash Photography
This chapter explains how to shoot with an EOS-
dedicated, EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) or non-
Canon flash unit and how to  set flash functions on the 
camera’s menu screen.
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An EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) makes flash photography as 
easy as normal shooting.
For detailed instructions, refe r to the EX-series Speedlite’s 
instruction manual.  This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all 
the features of EX-series Speedlites.
To set the flash functions and flash Custom Functions with the camera’s 
menu, see pages 193-198.
  FE lock
This enables you to obtain a proper fl ash exposure for a specific part 
of the subject. Aim the viewfinder c enter over the...