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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 functions and be more creative.
 In the  mode, the camera sets the shutter speed and 
aperture automatically to obtain a standard exposure.
 The difference between the Basic Zone modes and  is 
explained on pages 274-275.
 The functions explained in this chapter can also be used in 
the , , and  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).
* 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 on the subject.
 Look through the viewfinder and aim 
the selected AF point over the 
subject. Then press the shutter button 
halfway.
XThe dot inside the AF point achieving 
focus lights up briefly in red, and the 
focus confirmation light  on the 
viewfinder’s bottom right lights up (in 
One-Shot AF mode).
XThe 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 displays do not blink.
4Take the picture.
 Compose the shot and press the 
shutter button completely.
d: Program AE
If you use a TS-E lens to shift or tilt the lens or use an Extension Tube, the 
standard exposure may not be obtained or an irregular exposure may result. 
						

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d: Program AE
 Change the ISO speed. Use the built-in flash.
To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the 
ISO speed (p.88) or use the built-in flash (p.101). In the  mode, 
the built-in flash will not fire automatically. When indoors or during 
low light shooting, it is recommended that you press the  (flash) 
button to raise the built-in flash. (You can also raise the built-in flash 
by selecting  on the Quick Control screen.)
 Change the program using Program shift.
After pressing the shutter button halfway, turn the  dial to 
change the shutter speed and aperture setting combination 
(program). Program shift is canceled 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 underexposure. Increase the ISO 
speed or use flash.
 If the “4000” shutter speed and the higher f/number 
blink, it indicates overexposure. Decrease the ISO 
speed.
Differences Between  and  (Scene Intelligent Auto)In the  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  mode, only the shutter speed and aperture are set 
automatically. You can freely set the AF operation, metering mode, and 
other functions (p.274). 
						

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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 .
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 .
3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
Recorded pixels (pixel count)
Possible shots 
						

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3 Setting the Image-Recording Quality
* Figures for the file size, number of possible shots, and maximum burst are 
based on Canon’s 8 GB test card and testing standards (3:2 aspect ratio, ISO 
100, and Standard Picture Style). These figures will vary depending on the 
subject, card brand, aspect ratio, ISO speed, Picture Style, Custom 
Functions, and other settings.
Guide to Image-recording Quality Settings (Approx.)
Image QualityPixels 
Recorded 
(megapixels)File Size 
(MB)Possible 
ShotsMaximum 
Burst
73High 
quality
JPEG
Approx. 17.9
(18M)6.4111 069
833.221902190
74
Medium 
qualityApprox. 8.0
(8.0M)3.4 2100 2100
841.741004100
7a
Low 
quality
Approx. 4.5
(4.5M)2.232703270
8a1.1 6210 6210
bApprox. 2.5 
(2.5M)1.354405440
cApprox. 0.35 
(0.3M)0.32106021060
1+73
High 
qualityApprox. 17.9
(18M)24.5+6.4 230 4
124.52906 
						

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 I want to select the image-recording 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 number 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 than 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
7a
8ab
A3 (42x29.7 cm/
16.5x11.7 in.)
Paper size
A2 (59.4x42 cm/23.4x16.5 in.)
A4 (29.7x21 cm/11.7x8.3 in.)
12.7x8.9 cm/5.0x3.5 in.
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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 EOS 
software, such as Digital Photo Professional (provided, p.318). However, 
you can perform various adjustments on them that are impossible with 
other image types such as 
73. 1 is effective when you want to 
precisely adjust the image 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 
even with a computer which does not have the EOS software installed.
1
1+73
1 image
73 image
File number
File extension 0001 . CR2
0001 . JPG
RAW Image Processing Software
 The use of “Digital Photo Professional” (EOS software, p.318) is 
recommended when viewing RAW images on a computer.
 
Older versions of Digital Photo Professional may not be able to process 
RAW images taken with this camera. If an older version of Digital Photo 
Professional is installed on your computer, update (overwrite) it as follows.
• When the software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) is provided 
with the camera:
ÆInstall Digital Photo Professional from the CD-ROM.
• When the software CD-ROM (EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk) is not 
provided with the camera:
ÆDownload a version of Digital Photo Professional compatible with this 
camera from the Canon Web site.
 
Commercially-available software may not be able to display RAW images taken 
with this camera. For compatibility information, contact the 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.89).
1Press the  button.
X[ISO speed] will appear.
2Set the ISO speed.
 Press the   keys or turn the 
 dial to select the desired ISO 
speed, then press .
 With [AUTO] selected, the ISO speed 
will be set automatically (p.89).
ISO Speed Guide
* High ISO speeds will result in grainier images.
i: Changing the ISO SpeedN
ISO SpeedShooting Situation
(No flash)Flash Range
ISO 100 - 400Sunny outdoorsThe higher the ISO speed, 
the farther the flash range 
will extend (p.101).ISO 400 - 1600Overcast skies or evening time
ISO 1600 - 6400, HDark indoors or night
 Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [2: ISO expansion] is set to 
[1: On], “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) can also be set (p.258).
 Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [10: Flash button function] 
is set to [1: ISO speed], you can set the ISO speed with the  button.
 Under [53: Custom Functions (C.Fn)], if [6: Highlight tone priority] is 
set to [1: Enable], ISO 100 and “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) cannot be 
selected (p.261).
 Shooting in high temperatures may result in images that look grainier. 
Long exposures can also cause irregular colors in the image. 
						

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i: Changing the ISO SpeedN
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 ISO speed and flash to shoot a close subject, 
overexposure may result.
 As “H” (equivalent to ISO 12800) is an expanded ISO speed setting, 
noise (such as dots of light and banding) and irregular colors will be more 
noticeable, and the resolution will be lower than usual. 
						

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*1: Fixed at ISO 800 for bulb exposures.
*2: Depends on the maximum ISO speed limit set.
*3: If fill flash results in overexposure, ISO 100 or a higher ISO speed will be set.
*4: If bounce flash is used with an external Speedlite in a Basic Zone (except 
) mode or , ISO 800 - 1600 (or up to the maximum limit) will be set 
automatically.
*5: Fixed at ISO 400 if the maximum limit is ISO 400.
For ISO Auto, you can set the maximum ISO speed limit within ISO 400 - ISO 6400.
Under the [z3] tab, select [ISO Auto], 
then press . Select the ISO speed, 
then press .
Shooting ModeISO Speed Setting
A/7/C/3/4/5/6Automatically set within ISO 100 - 3200
d/s/f/a*1Automatically set within ISO 100 - 6400*2
2ISO 100
With flashISO 800*3*4*5
3 Setting the Maximum ISO Speed for [ISO Auto]N
 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 information (p.229), you may find an 
ISO speed such as 125 or 640 displayed as the ISO speed.
 In the  mode, the ISO speed shown in the table is actually used 
even if ISO 100 is not displayed.