Canon Camera Eos 6d Basic Instruction Manual

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Turning on the Power
When the power switch is set to , the battery level will be 
indicated in one of six levels. A blinking battery icon ( b) indicates 
that the battery will be exhausted soon.
Number of Possible Shots [Approx. number of shots]
 The figures above are base d on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6, no Live 
View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Im aging Products Association) testing 
standards.
  Possible shots with  Battery Grip BG-E13
• With LP-E6 x 2: approx. twice th e shots without the battery grip.
• With size-AA/LR6 alkaline  batteries at room temperature (23°C / 73°F): 
approx. 480 shots.
z  Checking the Battery Level
Icon
Level (%) 100 - 70 69 - 50 49 - 20 19 - 10 9 - 1 0
TemperatureRoom Temperature 
(23°C / 73 °F)Low Temperature 
(0°C / 32°F)
Possible shots1090980
  The number of possible shots will de crease with any of the following 
operations:
• Pressing the shutter button ha lfway for a prolonged period.
• Activating the AF frequently  without taking a picture.
• Using the lens Image Stabilizer.
• Using the LCD monitor often.
  The number of possible  shots may decrease depe nding on the actual 
shooting conditions.
  The lens operation is powered by t he camera’s battery. Depending on 
the lens used, the number of  possible shots may be lower.
  For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 105.
  See [5 4: Battery info. ] to check the battery’s  condition in detail.
  If size-AA/LR6 batteries  are used in Battery Grip BG-E13, a four-level 
indicator will be displayed. ([ x/m ] will not be displayed.)
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When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone 
have been reset, the Date/Time/Zone setting screens will appear. 
Follow the steps below to set the time zone first. If you set the camera 
to the correct time zone for where y ou currently live, when you travel to 
another time zone you can simply set  the camera to the correct time 
zone for your destination to update the camera’s date/time 
automatically.
Note that the date/time appended to  recorded images will be based 
on this date/time setting. Be sure to set the correct date/time.
1Display the menu screen.
 Press the < M> button to display 
the menu screen.
2Under the [ 52] tab, select [Date/
Time/Zone].
  Press the < U> key to select the 
[5 2] tab.
  Press the < V> key to select [ Date/
Time/Zone ], then press < 0>.
3Set the time zone.
  [London] is set by default.
  Press the < U> key to select the 
time zone box.
  Press < 0> so < r> is displayed.
  Press the < V> key to select the time 
zone, then press < 0>. (Returns to 
< s >.)
3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
  The menu setting proc edure is explained on pages 47-48.
  The time displayed on the upper right  is the time difference compared 
with Coordinated Universal Time (U TC). If you do not see your time 
zone, set the time zone  while referring to the difference with UTC.
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3 Setting the Date, Time, and Zone
4Set the date and time.
 Press the < U> key to select the 
number.
  Press < 0> so < r> is displayed.
  Press the < V> key to set the 
number, then press < 0>. (Returns 
to < s>.)
5Set the Daylight Saving Time.
  Set it if necessary.
  Press the < U> key to select [ Y].
  Press < 0> so < r> is displayed.
  Press the < V> key to select [ Z], 
then press < 0>.
  When the daylight saving time is set 
to [Z], the time set in step 4 will 
advance by 1 hour. If [ Y] is set, the 
daylight saving time will be canceled 
and the time will go back by 1 hour.
6Exit the setting.
  Press the < U> key to select [ OK], 
then press < 0>.
XThe Date/Time/Zone and daylight 
saving time will be set and the menu 
will reappear.
  The date/time that was set will  start from when you press < 0> in step 6.
  After changing the time zone, check th at the correct date/time has been 
set.
If you store the camera without the  battery or if the camera’s battery 
becomes exhausted, the date/time/zone  may be reset. If this happens, set 
the time zone an d date/time again.
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1Display the menu screen.
 Press the < M> button to display 
the menu screen.
2Under the [ 52] tab, select 
[Language K].
  Press the < U> key to select the 
[5 2] tab.
  Press the < V> key to select 
[Language
K], then press < 0>.
3Set the desired language.
  Press the < V> key to select the 
language, then press < 0>.
XThe interface language will change.
3  Selecting the Interface Language
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The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses. The camera 
cannot be used with EF-S and EF-M lenses.
1Remove the caps.
 Remove the rear lens cap and the 
body cap by turning them as shown 
by the arrows.
2Attach the lens.
 Align the red dots on the lens and 
camera and turn the lens as shown by 
the arrow until it  clicks in place.
3Set the lens focus mode switch to 
.
  stands for Autofocus.
  If it is set to < MF> (manual focus), 
autofocus will not operate.
4Remove the front lens cap.
Attaching and Detaching a Lens
  Do not look at the sun  directly through any lens. Doing so may cause 
loss of vision.
  If the front part (focusin g ring) of the lens rotate s during autofocusing, do 
not touch the rotating part.
Minimizing Dust
  When changing lenses, do it quic kly in a place with minimal dust.
  When storing the camera  without a lens attached, be sure to attach the 
body cap to the camera.
  Remove dust on the body cap before attaching it.
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To zoom, turn the zoom ring on the lens 
with your fingers.
If you want to zoom, do it before 
focusing. Turning the zoom ring after 
achieving focus may throw off the 
focus slightly.
While pressing the lens release 
button, turn the lens as shown by 
the arrows.
 Turn the lens until it stops, then 
detach it.
  Attach the rear lens cap to the 
detached lens.
About Zooming
Detaching the Lens
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Attaching and Detaching a Lens
A lens hood can block unwanted light and protect the front of the lens 
from rain, snow, dust, etc.  Before storing the lens in a bag, etc., you can 
attach the hood in reverse.
1Align the red dots on the hood 
and lens edges, and turn the 
hood as shown by the arrow.
2Turn the hood as shown in the 
illustration.
  Turn the hood clockwise until it 
attaches securely.
Attach the hood.
 Turn the hood as shown by the arrow 
until it attaches securely.
Attaching a Lens Hood
If the Lens Hood and Lens Have a Mount Index
If Neither the Lens Hood Nor  the Lens Have a Mount Index
 If the lens has a mount  index and you do not attach  the hood properly, it 
may obstruct the image’s perip hery, making it look dark.
  When attaching or detachi ng the hood, grasp the base of the hood when 
turning it. Grasping the  hood’s edges when turning it may deform the 
hood, resulting in failure to turn.
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When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is 
corrected to obtain a sharper sho t. The procedure explained here is 
based on the EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens as an example.
* IS stands for Image Stabilizer.
1Set the Image Stabilizer switch to 
< 1 >.
 Also set the camera’s power switch to 
.
2Press the shutter button halfway.
XThe Image Stabilizer will operate.
3Take the picture.
 When the picture looks steady in the 
viewfinder, press the shutter button 
completely to take the picture.
About the Lens Image Stabilizer
 The Image Stabilizer cannot correct  “subject blur”, when the subject 
moves at the time of exposure.
  For bulb exposures, se t the IS switch to . If < 1> is set, Image 
Stabilizer misoperation may occur.
  The Image Stabilizer may no t be effective for excessive shaking such as 
on a rocking boat.
  The Image Stabilizer may not be  effective when you use the EF24-
105mm f/4L IS USM lens  for panned shots.
 The Image Stabilizer can operate with  the lens focus mode switch set to 
either < AF> or < MF>.
  When using a tripod, you  can still shoot with the IS switch set to  
with no problem. However,  to save battery power, setting the IS switch to 
 is recommended.
  The Image Stabilizer is effective ev en when the camera is mounted on a 
monopod.
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Turn the dioptric adjustment 
knob.
 Turn the knob left or right so that the 
AF points in the viewfinder look sharp.
 If the knob is difficult to turn, remove 
the eyecup.
To obtain sharp images, hold the ca mera still to minimize camera 
shake.
1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly.
2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand.
3. Rest your hand’s right index fi nger lightly on the shutter button.
4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body.
5. 
To maintain a stable stance, place  one foot slightly ahead of the other.6. Press the camera against your fa ce and look through the viewfinder.
Basic Operation
Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity
Holding the Camera
If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder 
image, using E-series Dioptric Ad justment Lenses (10 types, sold 
separately) is recommended.
Vertical shooting
Horizontal shooting
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see page 103.
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The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.
Pressing halfway
This activates autofocusing and the 
automatic exposure system that sets the 
shutter speed and aperture.
The exposure setting (shutter speed and 
aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder 
and on the LCD panel (0).
Pressing completely
This releases the shutter and takes the 
picture.
Preventing Camera Shake
Hand-held camera movement during th e moment of exposure is called 
camera shake. It can cause blurred pictures. To prevent camera shake, 
note the following:
• Hold and steady the camera as shown on the preceding page.
• Press the shutter button halfway to  autofocus, then slowly press the 
shutter button completely.
Shutter Button
  In Creative Zone mo des, pressing the  button is the same as 
pressing the shut ter button halfway.
  If you press the shutter bu tton completely without pressing it halfway first 
or if you press the shutter button ha lfway and then press it completely 
immediately, the camera will take a  moment before it takes the picture.
  Even during menu displa y, image playback, or image recording, you can 
instantly go back to shooting-ready  by pressing the shutter button 
halfway.
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