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a Manual Exposure
5Set the exposure.
  Check the exposure level and set the 
desired shutter speed and aperture.
6Take the picture.
: Standard exposure level.
: To set it to the standard 
exposure level, set a 
slower shutter speed or a 
larger aperture.
: To set it to the standard exposure level, set a 
faster shutter speed or a 
smaller aperture.
If the exposure level mark < s> blinks at the < G> or < F> level, it indicates 
that the exposure level exceeds the standard exposure by ±2 stops.  
						

							
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This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a 
near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and 
landscapes. The camera uses the nine AF points to detect the nearest 
and farthest subjects to be in focus.
* < 8 > stands for Auto-depth of field.
1Set the Mode Dial to < 8>.
2Focus the subject.
 Move the AF point over the subject 
and press the shutter button halfway. 
(0 )
  All the subjects covered by the AF 
points flashing in red will be in focus.
  Hold down the shutter button halfway 
and press the depth-of-field preview 
button to see the depth of field (range 
of acceptable focus). (p.89)
3Take the picture.
8 Automatic Depth-of-Field AE
  The < 8> mode cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set 
to < MF>. The result will be the same as using the < d> mode.
  If the “ 30” shutter speed blinks, it indicates that the subject is too dark. 
Increase the ISO speed.
  If the “ 8000” shutter speed blinks, it indicates that the subject is too 
bright. Decrease the ISO speed.
  If the aperture blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is correct but the 
desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Either use a wide-angle lens or 
move further away from the subjects.
  In this shooting mode, you cannot  freely change the shutter speed and 
aperture. If the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera 
steady or use a tripod.
  If you use flash, the result  will be the same as using < d> with flash.  
						

							
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Exposure compensation is used to alter the standard exposure setting set by the camera. 
You can make the image look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased 
exposure). You can set the exposure compensation up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments.
1Turn the Mode Dial to any 
Creative Zone mode except .
2Check the exposure level indicator.
  Press the shutter button halfway and 
check the exposure level indicator.
3Set the exposure compensation amount.
 Set the < 4> switch to < J>, and 
while looking at the viewfinder or LCD 
panel, turn the < 5> dial.
 
Turn the  dial either while pressing 
the shutter button halfway or within (
0) 
after pressing the shutter button halfway.
 To cancel the exposure compensation, set the 
exposure compensation amount back to <
E>.
4Take the picture.
Setting Exposure Compensation N
Increased exposure
Decreased exposure
Standard exposure index
Exposure level mark
Decreased exposureIncreased
exposure
 The exposure compensation amount will remain in effect even after the 
 switch is set to < 2>.
  If the standard exposure setting is 1/125 sec. and f/8.0, setting the 
exposure compensation amount to plus or minus one stop will be the 
same as setting the shutter speed or aperture as follows:
 
Take care not to turn the  dial and change the exposure compensation 
inadvertently. To prevent this, turn the  switch to .
 -1 stop ← 0 → +1 stopShutter speed 250 ← 125 → 60Aperture 11 ← 8.0  → 5.6  
						

							
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By changing the shutter speed or aperture automatically, the camera 
brackets the exposure up to ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments for three 
successive shots. This is call ed Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB).
1Select [AEB].
 Turn the < 5> dial to select [ z 
AEB ], then press < 0>.
2Set the AEB amount.
  Turn the < 5> dial to set the AEB 
amount, then press < 0>.
X When you exit the menu, < h> and 
the AEB level will be displayed on the 
LCD panel.
3Take the picture.
X The three bracketed shots will be 
exposed in the following sequence: 
standard exposure, decreased 
exposure, and increased exposure.
X As shown on the left, the respective 
bracketing amount will be displayed 
as each bracketed shot is taken.
X The current drive mode (p.82) will be 
used for the shooting.
3 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) N
Standard exposure Decreased  exposure Increased exposure
AEB amount
Standard exposure
Decreased exposure
Increased exposure  
						

							
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3 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) N
 Follow steps 1 and 2 to set the AEB 
amount to < >.
  It will also be canceled if you set the 
 switch to < 2>, replace the 
battery, replace the CF card, change 
the lens, or attain flash ready.
Canceling AEB
Neither flash nor bulb exposures can be used with AEB.
  If the drive mode is set to continuous ( o/i ), the three bracketed 
shots will be taken continuously and then the shooting will stop 
automatically. If the drive mode is set to single image ( u), you must 
press the shutter button three times.
  If the self-timer has been set, the three bracketed shots will be taken 
continuously.
  If C.Fn-12 [ Mirror lockup ] is set to [1:Enabled ] (p.172), the drive mode 
for AEB will be single even if it is set to continuous. 
  AEB can be combined with exposure compensation.  
						

							
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AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the 
point of focus. By locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot 
while maintaining the same exposure se tting. This is called AE lock. It is 
effective for backlit subjects.
1Focus the subject.
 Press the shutter button halfway.
XThe exposure setting will be displayed.
2Press the < A> button. (0 )
X  lights in the viewfinder to 
indicate that the exposure setting is 
locked (AE lock).
  Each time you press the < A> button, 
it locks the current exposure setting.
3Recompose and take the picture.
  If you want to maintain the AE lock 
while taking more shots, hold down 
the < A> button and press the shutter 
button to take another shot.
A  AE Lock N
AE lock indicator
 If the AF mode is One-Shot AF or AI Focus AF (when not AI Servo AF) and 
the metering mode is  (Evaluative), pressing the shutter button halfway 
will automatically set AE lock at the same time when focus is achieved.
  The AE lock effect will differ depending on the AF point and metering 
mode. For details, see “AE Lock” (p.178).  
						

							
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When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the shutter 
button completely, and closes when you let go of the shutter button. This 
is called bulb exposure. Use bulb exposures for night scenes, fireworks, 
the heavens, and other subjects requiring long exposures.
1Set the Mode Dial to < a>.
2Set the shutter speed to “buLb.”
  While looking at the LCD panel, turn 
the < 6> dial to select “ buLb.”
  The next setting after “ 30” is “ buLb .”
3Set the desired aperture.
 Set the < 4> switch to < J>, and 
while looking at the LCD panel, turn 
the < 5> dial.
4Take the picture.
  Press the shutter button completely.
X The elapsed exposur e time will be 
displayed on the LCD panel. 
(Displays 1 sec. to 999 sec.)
  The exposure continues as long as 
you hold down the shutter button.
Bulb Exposures
Elapsed exposure time (sec.)
Since bulb exposures may have more noise than usual, the image will look 
rough or grainy.
  If C.Fn-02 [ Long exp. noise reduction ] is set to [1: Auto] or [2: On ] 
(p.168), noise can be reduced.
  For bulb exposures, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote 
Controller TC-80N3 (both optional) is recommended.  
						

							
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Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12 [Mirror lockup] set to [1: Enable ] 
(p.172). The mirror can be swung up separately from when the 
exposure is made. This prevents mirro r vibrations which may blur the 
image during close-ups or when a super telephoto lens is used. Set 
Custom Functions with [ c Custom Functions (C.Fn) ].
1Press the shutter button 
completely.
XThe mirror will swing up.
2Again press the shutter button 
completely.
XThe picture is taken and the mirror 
goes back down.
Mirror Lockup N
 In very bright light such as at the be ach or ski area on a sunny day, take 
the picture promptly after mirror lockup.
  During mirror lockup, do not point the camera lens at the sun. The sun’s 
heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains.
  If you use bulb exposures, the self-timer, and mirror lockup in 
combination, keep pressing the shutter button completely (2 sec. self-
timer + bulb exposure time). During the self-timer countdown, if you let 
go of the shutter button, there will be a shutter-release sound. This is not 
the shutter release (no picture is taken).
 During mirror lockup, the drive mode will be single shooting regardless of 
the current drive mode (single, hi gh-speed continuous, or low-speed 
continuous).
  If you use the self-timer and mirror lockup, the shot will be taken 2 sec. 
after the mirror goes up when you press the shutter button completely.
  The mirror locks up, and after 30 seconds, it will go back down 
automatically. Pressing the shutter button completely again locks up the 
mirror again.
  For mirror lockup shots, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote 
Controller TC-80N3 (both optional) is recommended.  
						

							
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The LCD panel is provided with 
illumination.
Each time you press the  button, 
the LCD panel illumination will turn on 
( 9 ) or off. Use it to read the LCD panel 
in the dark. The illumination will turn off 
automatically after the shot is taken.
U  LCD Panel Illumination
  Pressing any shooting-related button or turning the Mode Dial while the 
LCD panel is illuminated prolongs the illumination.
  During a bulb exposure, pressing the shutter button completely will turn 
off the LCD panel illumination. However, you can turn on the illumination 
for about 6 sec. by pressing the < U> button.
Using the Eyepiece Cover
During self-timer or remote switch (optional) operation when your eye 
does not cover the viewfinder eyepi ece, stray light may enter the 
eyepiece and affect the exposure when the image is captured. To 
prevent this, use the eyepiece cover  (attached to the neck strap) to 
cover the eyepiece (p.21).
1Remove the eyecup.
 From the bottom of the eyecup, push 
it upward.
2Attaching the Eyepiece Cover.
 Slide the eyepiece cover down into 
the eyepiece groove to attach it.  
						

							
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You can silence the beeper so it does not sound in any shooting mode.
1Select [Beep].
 Turn the < 5> dial to select [ z 
Beep ], then press < 0>.
2Select [Off].
  Turn the < 5> dial to select [ Off], 
then press < 0>.
3 Silencing the beeper
Connecting the Remote Switch
You can attach to the camera any EOS accessory equipped with an N3 type 
plug such as the Remote Switch and Timer Remote Controller (both 
optional). To operate the accessory, refer to its instruction manual.
1Open the terminal cover.
2Connect the plug to the remote 
control terminal.
  As shown in the diagram, connect the 
plug to the camera’s remote control 
terminal.
  To disconnect the plug, grasp the 
plug’s silver part and pull.