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The built-in flash and an external Speedlite can also be set with the 
menu. The menu for the external Speedlite will be applicable only to 
EX-series Speedlites whose functions can be set with the camera .
Select [Flash control].
 Under the [7 ] tab, select [Flash 
control ], then press < 0>.
X The flash control screen will appear.
  Normally, set this to [Enable ].
  If [Disable] is set, both the built-in 
flash and external Speedlite will 
not fire. This is useful when you only 
want to use the...

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3 Flash Control N
 E-TTL II
For normal flash exposures, set it to [Evaluative].
If [Average] is set, the flash exposure will  be averaged for the entire metered 
scene as with an external metering flash. Flash exposure compensation may 
be necessary depending on the scene, so this setting is for advanced users.
Select either [External flash func. setting] or [External flash C.Fn setting]. For details on which external Speedlite settings the camera can set, see the 
compatible EX-series
 (such as the...

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Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation.
When an EX-series Speedlite is attached to the camera, almost all the 
autoflash control is done by the camera. In other words, it is like a high-
output flash attached externally in place of the built-in flash.
For detailed instructions, see the  EX-series Speedlite’s instruction 
manual. This camera is a Type-A camera that can use all the features of 
EX-series Speedlites.
  With an EZ/E/EG/ML/TL-series Speedlite set in the TTL or A-TTL...

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External Speedlites
Sync Speed
The camera can synchronize with non-Canon compact flash units at  
1/250 sec. and slower speeds. With large studio flash units, since the 
flash duration is longer, set the sync speed within 1/60 sec. to 1/30 sec. 
Be sure to test the flash synchronization before shooting.
PC Terminal
 The camera’s PC terminal can be 
used with flash units having a sync 
cord. The PC terminal is threaded to 
prevent inadvertent disconnection.
  The camera’s PC terminal has no 
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Live View Shooting
You can shoot while viewing the picture on the camera’s 
LCD monitor. This is called “Live View shooting.”
Live View shooting is effective for still subjects which do 
not move.
If you handhold the camera and shoot while viewing the 
LCD monitor, camera shake can cause blurred images. 
Using a tripod is recommended.
About Remote Live View ShootingWith EOS Utility (provided software) installed in your personal 
computer, you can connect the camera to the personal computer 
and...

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Set the camera for Live View shooting.
1Set the shooting mode.
 Set the shooting mode to a Creative 
Zone mode.
  Live View shooting does not work 
in Basic Zone modes.
2Select [Live View function 
settings].
 Under the [6 ] tab, select [Live View 
function settings ], then press .
3Select [Live View shoot.].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Live 
View shoot. ], then press < 0>.
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Enable], 
then press < 0>.
4Set any other functions.
  If necessary, set the following...

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Preparing for Live View ShootingN
5Display the Live View image.
 Press the < A> button.
X The Live View image will appear on 
the LCD monitor.
  Press the < A> button again to turn 
off the LCD monitor and return to 
normal shooting.
Exposure simulation displays and simulates how the brightness of the 
actual image will look. The [ Disable] and [Enable] settings are 
explained below:
  Disable
The image is displayed at the standard brightness to make the Live 
View image easy to see.
  Enable
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1Use AF to focus.
 Press the < p> button.
X The camera will focus with the current 
AF mode (p.121).
2Take the picture.
  Press the shutter button completely.
X The picture will be taken and the 
captured image is displayed on the 
LCD monitor.
X After the image review ends, the 
camera will return to Live View 
shooting automatically.
  As with normal shooting through the  viewfinder, while the Live View 
image is displayed, you can still  use the camera buttons to change 
settings and playback...

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ShootingN
 Pressing the < M> button will display the menu screen so you 
can set menu functions. Press the  button again to return 
to the Live View image. If you select [ 2 Dust Delete Data], [ 6 
Sensor cleaning ], [7  Clear settings ], or [7 Firmware Ver. ], the 
Live View shooting will be terminated.
Battery Life with Live View Shooting [Approx. number of shots]
 The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack BP-511A and 
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing...

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ShootingN
 Each time you press the < B> button, the information display will 
change.
About the Information Display
Magnifying frame Histogram
ISO speed
Shots remaining
Exposure level
AEB range
Aperture
Shutter speed
AE lock
Picture Style
Battery check
Flash-ready
Drive mode
Live View exposure simulation
White balance
Image-recording quality
Flash exposure compensation
AF mode
AF point
(Quick mode)
AEB 
FEB
Highlight tone priority
 About the < E> icon If Live View shooting is done under direct...