Canon EOS 6D Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTIONMANUAL
EOS 6D (WG)
EOS 6D (N)
The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions 
explained in this manual.
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The EOS 6D (WG/N) is high-performance, digital single-lens reflex 
camera featuring a full-frame (approx. 35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor 
with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, DIGIC 5+, high-precision and 
high-speed 11-point AF, approx. 4.5 fps continuous shooting, Live View 
shooting, Full High-Definition (F ull HD) movie shooting, Wi-Fi*, and 
GPS*.
The camera is highly re sponsive to any shooting situation at any time, 
provides many features for dema nding shots, and expands shooting 
possibilities with various system accessories.
* The EOS 6D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi and GPS functions.
Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further
Familiarize Yourself with the Camera
With a digital camera, you can immediately view the image you have 
captured. While reading this manual , take a few test shots and see how 
they come out. You can then  better understand the camera. 
To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety 
Warnings” (p.382, 383) and “Handling Precautions” (p.16, 17).\
Testing the Camera Before Use and Liability
After shooting, play images bac k and check whether they have been 
properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the 
images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon 
cannot be held liable for any  loss or inconvenience caused.
Copyrights
Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded 
images or copyrighted music and images with music in the memory 
card for anything other than private enjoyment. Also be aware that 
certain public performances, exhibition s, etc., may prohibit photography 
even for private enjoyment.
Introduction
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The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:
•  SD memory cards
•  SDHC memory cards*
•  SDXC memory cards*
* UHS-I cards compatible.
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/
writing speed as shown in the table.
  If you use a slow-writing card when  shooting movies, the movie may 
not be recorded properly. Also, if  you play back a movie on a card 
with a slow reading speed, the movie may not play back properly.
  If you want to shoot still photos while shooting a movie, you will need 
an even faster card.
  To check the card’s reading/wr iting speed, refer to the card 
manufacturer’s Web site.
Compatible Cards
Cards that Can Record Movies
Compression Method  (p.216)Card
IPB6 MB/sec. or faster
ALL-I (I-only)20 MB/sec. or faster
In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory 
cards, and SDXC memory cards.
*The camera does not come with  a card for recording images/
movies. Please purchase it separately.
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Before starting, check that all the following items have been included 
with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a power 
cord.)
  The Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs p rovided are listed on the next page.
  If you purchased a Lens  Kit, check that the lenses are included.
  Depending on the Lens Kit type, lens instruction manuals may also be included.
  Be careful not to lose any of the above items.
Item Check List
Battery Pack
LP-E6
(with protective cover) Battery Charger
LC-E6/LC-E6E*
Interface Cable IFC-200U Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400STCamera(with body cap)
Wide Strap
EW-EOS6D
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The instruction manuals are provided in both paper and electronic 
(PDF) forms.
* Not provided with the EOS 6D (N).
Camera Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains the following manuals in PDF:
• Camera Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
Software Instruction Manual CD-ROM
Contains Instruction Manuals in  PDF for the software in the 
Software CD-ROM.
* Instructions for viewing the Instruction  Manual CD-ROMs are on pages 388 and 
395.
Software CD-ROM (EOS  DIGITAL Solution Disk)
Contains software for image- editing and other programs. 
For outlines and installation pr ocedure of the software, see 
pages 392-394.
Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs
Camera Basic 
Instruction Manual
Pocket Guide
Explains the camera’s basic function settings 
and basic shooting/playback instructions. Wi-Fi 
(Basic) /
GPS Function 
Instruction Manual*
Wi-Fi/GPS Cautions*
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							6 Icons in this Manual
: Indicates the Main Dial.
<
5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.
< 9 > < V >  : Indicates the Multi-controller and the push 
direction.
< 0 > : Indicates the Setting button.
0, 9, 7, 8: Indicates that the corresponding function 
remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 
16 sec. respectively after you let go of the 
button.
* In this manual, the icons  and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials, 
and settings correspond to the icons an d markings on the camera and on the 
LCD monitor.
3: Indicates a function that can be changed by pressing the 
 button and changing the setting.
M: When shown on the upper right of  a page, it indicates that the 
function is available only in  the Creative Zone modes (p.24).
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information. : Warning to prevent shooting problems.
: Supplemental information.
: Tips or advice for better shooting.
: Problem-solving advice.
Basic Assumptions
 All operations explained  in this manual assume that the power switch 
has been set to  and the < R> switch has been set to the 
left (Multi function lock released) (p.34, 47).
  It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are 
set to their defaults.
  The illustrations in th is manual show the camera attached with an 
EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens as an example.
Conventions Used in this Manual
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For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s 
basic operations and shooting procedures.
Chapters
Introduction2
Getting Started27
Basic Shooting65
Setting the AF and Drive Modes91
Image Settings101
Advanced Operations141
Flash Photography169
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting)179
Shooting Movies203
Image Playback235
Post-Processing Images271
Sensor Cleaning279
Printing Images285
Customizing the Camera301
Reference331
Viewing the CD-ROM Instruction Manuals / 
Downloading Images to Your Computer387
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Introduction2
Compatible Cards ............................................................................. 3
Item Check List......... ........................................................................ 4
Instruction Manuals and CD-ROMs.................................................. 5
Conventions Used in this Manual ............ ......................................... 6
Chapters ................. .......................................................................... 7
Index to Features ............ ............................................................... 14
Handling Precautions ........... .......................................................... 16
Quick Start Guide ............ ............................................................... 18
Nomenclature .................. ............................................................... 20
Getting Started 27
Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 28
Installing and Removing the Battery ............................................... 30
Installing and Removing the Card ........... ....................................... 31
Turning on the Power ................................................... .................. 34
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone......... .......................................... 36
Selecting the Interface Language............ ....................................... 38
Attaching and Detaching a  Lens..................................................... 39
About the Lens Image Stabilizer ........... .......................................... 42
Basic Operation ............... ............................................................... 43
Q  Quick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 49
3  Menu Operations .......... ........................................................ 51
Before You Start .............. ............................................................... 53
Formatting the Card ........... .......................................................... 53
Setting the Power-off Time/Auto Powe r Off ................................. 55
Setting the Image Review Time ......... .......................................... 55
Turning the LCD Monitor Off/On ........ .......................................... 56
Reverting the Camera to the Default  Settings ............................. 56
Q  Displaying the Electronic Level........ ....................................... 60
Feature Guide and Help ....... .......................................................... 63
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Contents
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Basic Shooting65
A Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Inte lligent Auto) ................... 66
A  Full Auto Techniques (Scene Intelli gent Auto).......................... 69
C  Creative Auto Shooting .............................................. ............... 71
8 : Special Scene Mode ......... .................................................... 74
2  Shooting Portraits ........... .......................................... ................. 75
3  Shooting Landscapes ........... .................................................... 76
4  Shooting Close-ups......... .......................................... ................. 77
5  Shooting Moving Subjects . ....................................................... 78
6  Shooting Night Portraits (With a Trip od) .................................... 79
F  Shooting Night Scenes (Handheld)............................................ 80
G  Shooting Backlit Scenes ................... ......................................... 81
Q  Quick Control............... ................................................. ............. 83
Shoot by Ambience Selectio n ......................................................... 84
Shoot by Lighting or Scene Type .................................................... 87
Setting the AF and Drive Modes 91
f: Selecting the AF Operation ............ ......................................... 92
S  Selecting AF Points ....... ........................................................... 94
When Autofocus Fails .......... ........................................................... 96
MF: Manual Focusing .......... ......................................................... 97
i  Selecting the Drive Mode .. ........................................................ 98
j  Using the Self-timer ..... ............................................................ 100
Image Settings 101
Setting the Image-Recording Quality ............................................ 102
i : Setting the ISO Speed .... ...................................................... 106
A  Selecting a Picture Styl e ....................................................... 112
A  Customizing a Picture Style ......... ......................................... 115
A  Registering a Picture Style........... ......................................... 118
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Setting the White Balance ............................................................ 120
O  Custom White Balance................ ........................................ 121
P  Setting the Color Temperature .... ........................................ 122
White Balance Correction................... .......................................... 123
Auto Correction of Brightness and Cont rast ................................. 125
Noise Reduction Settings ..... ........................................................ 126
Highlight Tone Priority ..... ............................................................. 130
Lens Peripheral Illumination / Ch romatic Aberration Correction .. 131
Creating and Selecting a Folder ......... .......................................... 134
File Numbering Methods .... .......................................................... 136
Setting Copyright Information ....................................................... 138
Setting the Color Space...... .......................................................... 140
Advanced Operations 141
d: Program AE ............................................................................ 142
s : Shutter-Priority AE...... .......................................................... 144
f : Aperture-Priority AE ..... ........................................................ 146
Depth of Field Preview..... .......................................................... 147
a : Manual Exposure ......... .......................................................... 148
q  Selecting the Metering Mode .......... ........................................ 149
Setting Exposure Compensation .......... ........................................ 151
h  Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ...... ..................................... 152
A  AE Lock.................... ............................................................... 153
F : Bulb Exposures....................................................................... 154
w : HDR (High Dynamic Range) Shooting .............. ................ 155
P  Multiple Exposures ................................................................. 158
2  Mirror Lockup .............. .......................................................... 165
Using the Eyepiece Cover ............................................................ 166
F  Using a Remote Switch .. .......................................................... 167
R  Remote Control Shooting . ......................................................... 167
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