Canon EOS 7D Instruction Manual

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Using Wireless FlashN
Flash Exposure Compensation
When [Flash mode] is set to [E-TTL II], flash exposure compensation 
can be set. The flash exposure compensation settings (see below) 
which can be set will differ depending on the [ Wireless func.] and 
[Firing group ] settings.
[Flash exp. comp]
The flash exposure compensation is 
applied to the built-in flash and all 
external Speedlites.
[2  exp. comp.]
The flash exposure compensation is 
applied to the built-in flash.
[1  exp. comp.]
The flash...

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Using Wireless FlashN
When [Flash mode] is set to [Manual flash ], the flash output can be set 
manually. The flash output settings ([ 1 flash output ], [Group A 
output ], etc.) that can be set will differ depending on the [ Wireless 
func. ] setting (see below).
[0]
The flash output set manually is 
applied to all external Speedlites.
[0  (A,B,C)]
The flash output can be set manually 
and individually for each group (A, B, 
and C) of external Speedlites. 
[0 +3 ]
The flash output can be set...

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Basically operates like a built-in flash for easy operation.
When an EX-series Speedlite (sold separately) 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...

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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 than comp act flash units, 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...

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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 enabled by 
setting the Live View shooting/
Movie shooting switch to .
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)...

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1Set the Live View shooting/Movie 
shooting switch to .
2Display the Live View image.
Press the < 0> button.
 The Live View image will appear on 
the LCD monitor.
 The image’s field of view is about 
100%.
3Focus the subject.
Before shooting, focus with AF or 
manual focus (p.142-149).
 When you press the shutter button 
halfway, the camera will focus with 
the current AF mode.
4Take the picture.
Press the shutter button completely.
 The picture will be taken and the 
captured image is...

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A Live View Shooting
Battery Life with Live View Shooting 
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6 and CIPA 
(Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards.
 Continuous Live View shooting is possible for about 1 hr. 30 min. at 23°C/73°F 
(with a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E6).
TemperatureShooting Conditions
No Flash 50% Flash Use
At 23°C / 73°FApprox 230 shotsApprox. 220 shots
At 0°C / 32°F Approx. 220 shots Approx. 210 shots
About the  icon and camera’s...

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A Live View Shooting
Each time you press the < B> button, the information display will 
change.
About the Information Display
Magnifying frame
ISO speed
Shots remaining
Exposure level indicator/
AEB range
Aperture
Shutter speed Picture Style
Battery check
Exposure 
simulation
Drive mode
White balance
Flash exposure compensation
AF mode
•d : Live mode
• c : Face detection Live mode
• f : Quick mode AF point (Quick mode)
AEB
FEB
Highlight tone priority
Histogram
Image-recording quality
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If you press the , ,< n>, or  button 
during Live View shooting, the setting screen will appear on the LCD 
monitor and you can turn the < 6> or  dial to set the respective 
function. The < q> metering mode cannot be set.
During Live View shooti ng, you can press the  button to set the 
Auto Lighting Optimizer and image-recording quality. And with f , 
you can select the AF point and set the AF area selection mode.
1Press the  button.
 The settable functions will be 
highlighted in blue.
 When < f>...

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Function settings particular to Live View 
shooting are explained here. The menu 
options under the [z] tab are explained 
below.
The functions settable in this menu 
screen only apply during Live View
shooting. These functions do not take 
effect during viewfinder shooting.
Set Live View shooting to [ Enable] or [Disable]. Even if [ Disable] is set, 
you can still shoot movies (p.153).
You can select [ Live mode] (p.142), [u Live mode] (p.143), or [Quick 
mode ] (p.147).
With [ Grid 1 l] or [Grid 2...