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Creative Shooting
In the Basic Zone modes, to prevent spoiled shots, 
most advanced functions are set automatically and 
cannot be changed. In the  (Program AE) mode, 
you can set various function s and be more creative.
 In the < d> mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and 
aperture automatically to obtain a standard exposure.
  The difference between the Basic Zone modes and < d> is 
explained on pages 316-319.
  The functions explained in this chapter can also be used in 
the < s>, < f >, and < a> modes explained in Chapter 
4.
  The  M icon at the upper right of the page title indicates that 
the function is available only in Creative Zone modes 
(p.26).
*< d> stands for Program.
* AE  stands for Auto Exposure.
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The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to suit 
the subject’s brightness. This is called Program AE.
1Set the Mode Dial to .
2Focus the subject.
  Look through the viewfinder and aim 
the selected AF point over the 
subject. Then press the shutter button 
halfway.
X The dot inside the AF point achieving 
focus lights up briefly in red, and the 
focus confirmation light < o> on the 
viewfinder’s bottom right lights up (in 
One-Shot AF mode).
X The shutter speed and aperture will 
be set automatically and displayed in 
the viewfinder.
3Check the display.
  A standard exposure will be obtained 
as long as the shutter speed and 
aperture display do not blink.
4Take the picture.
 Compose the shot and press the 
shutter button completely.
d: Program AE
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d: Program AE
  Change the ISO speed. Use the built-in flash.
To match the subject and ambient li ghting level, you can change the 
ISO speed (p.98) or use the bu ilt-in flash (p.111). In the  mode, 
the built-in flash will not fire auto matically. In indoors or during low 
light shooting, you should therefore press the < I> (flash) button to 
raise the built-in flash.
  Change the program using Program shift.
After pressing the shutter button halfway, turn the < 6> dial to 
change the shutter speed and aper ture setting combination 
(program). Program shift is cancel ed automatically after the picture 
is taken. Program shift is not possible with flash.
Shooting Tips
  If the “ 30” shutter speed and  the lower f/number 
blink, it indicates undere xposure. Increase the ISO 
speed or use flash.
  If the “ 4000” shutter speed and th e higher f/number 
blink, it indicates overex posure. Decrease the ISO 
speed.
Differences Between < d> and < A> (Scene Intelligent Auto)In the < A> mode, many functions, such as  the AF operation and metering 
mode, are set automatically to prevent  spoiled shots. The functions you can 
set are limited. With < d> mode, only the shutter sp eed and aperture are set 
automatically. You can f reely set the AF operation, metering mode, and 
other functions (p.316).
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You can select the pixel count and the image quality. Ten image-
recording quality settings are provided:  73, 83 , 74 , 84 , 7a, 
8a , b , c, 1 +73 , 1 .
1Select [Image quality].
 Under the [ z1] tab, select [ Image 
quality ], then press < 0>.
X [Image quality] will appear.
2Select the image-recording 
quality.
  The respective quality’s pixel count 
and number of possible shots will be 
displayed to help you select the 
desired quality. Then press < 0>.
3  Setting the Image-Recording Quality
Pixels recorded (pixel count)
Possible shots
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3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
* The file size, possible sh ots, and maximum burst during  continuous shooting are 
based on Canon’s testing standards (3:2  aspect ratio, ISO 100 and Standard 
Picture Style) using an 8 GB card.  These figures will vary depending on the 
subject, card brand, aspect ratio,  ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom 
Functions, and other settings.
* Figures in parent heses apply to an UHS-I comp atible 8 GB card based on 
Canon’s testing standards.
Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings (Approx.)
Image QualityPixels 
Recorded 
(megapixels)File Size (MB)Possible 
ShotsMaximum  Burst
73High 
quality
JPEG
Approx. 17.9 (18M)6.411 4 028 (1140)  
833.222402240 (2240)
74 Medium 
quality Approx. 8.0
(8.0M) 3.4 2150 2150 (2150)
841.742004200 (4200)
7
a
Low 
quality
Approx. 4.5 (4.5M)2.233503350 (3350)
8 a 1.1 6360 6360 (6360)
bApprox. 2.5 
(2.5M)1.355705570 (5570)
cApprox. 0.35  (0.3M)0.32156021560 (21560)
1 73
High 
quality Approx. 17.9
(18M) 23.5+6.4 230 4 (4)
123.52907 (8)
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 I want to select the image-reco rding quality matching the paper 
size for printing. Refer to the diagram on the left when 
choosing the image-recording quality. If 
you want to crop the image, selecting a 
higher quality (more pixels) such as 73 , 
83 , 1 +73 , or 1  is recommended.
b  is suitable for playing the image on a 
digital photo frame.  c is suitable for 
emailing the image or using it on a Web 
site.
  What’s the difference between 
7 and 8?
These settings indicate the different  levels of image quality caused 
by different compression rates. The 
7 setting produces a higher 
image quality with the same nu mber of pixels. Although 8 produces 
a slightly lower image quality, this  allows more images to be saved to 
the card. Both b  and c have  7 (Fine) quality.
  I was able to take more shots th an the number of possible shots 
indicated.
Depending on the shooting conditions, you may be able to take 
more shots than was indicated. It may also be fewer than indicated. 
The number of possible shots displayed is only approximate.
  Does the camera display the maximum burst?
The maximum burst is displayed in  the viewfinder’s right side. Since 
it is only a single-digit indicator  0 - 9, any number higher than 8 will 
be displayed only as “ 9”. Note that this number will also be displayed 
even when no card is installed in the camera. Be careful not to shoot 
without a card in the camera.
  When should I use 
1?
1 images must be processed on a computer. For details, see 
“ 1 ” and “ 1+73 ” on the next page.
FAQ
A4 (29.7x21cm/11.7x8.3in.)
12.7x8.9cm/5.0x3.5in. A3(42x29.7cm/
16.5x11.7in.)
74  
84  
A2 (59.4x42cm/23.4x16.5in.)
73  
83  
1+73  1  
7a
8 ab
Paper size
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3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
1 is the raw image data before it is made into  73 or other images. 
1  images cannot be viewed on a computer without the use of 
software, such as Digital Photo Professional (provided, p.366). 
However, you can perform various  adjustments on them that are 
impossible with other im age types such as 73. 1  is effective when 
you want to precisely adjust the im age yourself or shoot an important 
subject.
1 +73  records a  1 image and a  73 image with a single shot. The 
two images are saved to the card  simultaneously. The two images will 
be saved in the same folder with the  same file numbers (file extension 
.JPG for JPEG and .CR2 for RAW).  73 images can also be viewed or 
printed from computers on which the software provided with the camera 
is not installed. 
1
1 +73
File number File extension
0001 . CR2
1
 image
73  image 0001 . JPG
We recommend the use of the provided
 software in order to view RAW 
images on a computer. Commercially-ava ilable software may not be able to 
display RAW images. To see if RAW im ages taken with this camera are 
compatible with other software, co nsult with the respective software 
manufacturer.
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Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the 
ambient light level. In Basic Zone modes, the ISO speed is set 
automatically (p.99).
1Press the  button. (9 )
X [ISO speed ] will appear.
2Set the ISO speed.
 Press the < Y> < Z> keys or turn the 
< 6 > dial to select the desired ISO 
speed, then press < 0>.
  You can also set the ISO speed by 
turning the  dial while viewing 
the ISO speed setting in the 
viewfinder.
  With [ AUTO ] selected, the ISO speed 
will be set automatically (p.99).
ISO Speed Guide
* High ISO speeds will result in grainier images.
i : Changing the ISO Speed N
ISO SpeedShooting Situation
(No flash)Flash Range
ISO 100 - 400Sunny outdoorsThe higher the ISO speed, the farther the flash range 
will extend (p.111).ISO 400 - 1600Overcast skies or evening time
ISO 1600 - 12800, HDark indoors or night
Under [ 54: Custom Functions (C.Fn) ], if [2: ISO expansion ] is set to [1: 
On ], “H ” (equivalent to ISO 25600)  can also be set (p.300).
 Under [ 54: Custom Functions (C.Fn) ], if [3: Highlight tone priority ] is 
set to [1: Enable ], ISO 100 and “H” (equivalent to ISO 25600) cannot be 
selected (p.301).
  Shooting in high temperatures may re sult in images that look grainier. 
Long exposures can al so cause irregular colors in the image.
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i: Changing the ISO Speed N
If the ISO speed is set to [AUTO], the 
actual ISO speed setting will be 
displayed when you press the shutter 
button halfway. As indicated on the next 
page, the ISO speed will be set 
automatically to suit the shooting mode.
ISO [AUTO]
  When you shoot at high ISO speeds,  noise (such as dots of light and 
banding) may become noticeable.
  If you use a high IS O speed and flash to shoot a close subject, 
overexposure may result.
  With ISO 12800 or “ H” (equivalent to ISO 25600), the maximum burst for 
continuous shooting  will greatly decrease.
  As “ H” (equivalent to ISO 25600) is  an expanded ISO speed setting, 
noise (such as dots of lig ht and banding) and irregular colors will be more 
noticeable, and the resolution  will be lower than usual.
  As the maximum ISO speed that can  be set differs between still photo 
shooting and movie shooting (manua l exposure), the ISO speed you set 
may change when you swit ch from still photo shooting to movie shooting. 
Even if you switch back  to still photo shooting, the ISO speed will not 
revert to the original setting. The  maximum ISO speed that can be set 
varies depending on the setting for [ 2: ISO expansion] under [54: 
Custom Functions (C.Fn) ].
• When [ 0: Off] is set: If you set ISO 12800  during still photo shooting 
and then switch to movie shooting,  ISO speed will be changed to ISO 
6400.
• When [ 1: On] is set: If you se t ISO 12800 or “H ” (equivalent to ISO 
25600) during still photo shooting and then switch to movie shooting, 
ISO speed will be  changed to “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800).
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*1: Fixed at ISO 400 for bulb exposures.
*2: Depends on the maxi mum ISO speed limit set.
*3: If fill flash results in ov erexposure, ISO 100 or a higher ISO speed will be set.
*4: Except in the  A, C , 6 , and F  modes.
*5: Automatically set within ISO 400 - 1600 (or up to the maximum limit) in the  C, 
2 , 3,  4, 5 , P and < d> modes if you use bounce  flash with an external 
Speedlite.
For ISO Auto, you can set the maximum ISO speed limit within ISO 400 - 6400.
Under the [z2] tab, select [ ISO Auto], 
then press < 0>. Select the ISO 
speed, then press < 0>.
Shooting ModeISO Speed Setting
A/7 /C /2 /4/ 5Automatically set wi thin ISO 100 - 6400
3Automatically set within ISO 100 - 1600
8C//Px/6/GAutomatically set within ISO 100 - 6400
FAutomatically set with in ISO 100 - 12800
ds f a*1Automatically set with
in ISO 100 - 6400*2
With flashISO 400
*3*4*5
3 Setting the Maximum ISO Speed for [ISO Auto] M
When [AUTO] is set, the ISO speed is indicated in whole-stop increments. 
However, the ISO speed is  actually set in finer increments. Therefore, in the 
image’s shooting informat ion (p.270), you may find an ISO speed such as 
125 or 640 display ed as the ISO speed.
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