Canon Mark 3 User Manual

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With AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4, you can connect the camera to a 
household power outlet and not worry about the battery level.
1Connect the DC plug.
 Connect the DC Coupler’s plug to the 
AC adapter’s DC terminal.
2Connect the power cord.
 Connect the power plug to the power 
outlet, then connect the power cord to 
the AC adapter.
3Insert the DC Coupler.
 Insert the coupler firmly all the way, 
and turn the release handle as shown 
by the arrow.
  Set the camera’s power switch to 
.
  After using the...

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The camera can use a CF card and SD card. Images can be recorded 
with at least one memory card installed in the camera.
If both card slots have a card, you can select which card to record 
images with or record the same images simultaneously on both cards. 
(p.73)If you use an SD card, be sure the write protect switch is set 
upward to enable writing/erasing.
1Open the cover.
 Flip out and turn the cover release 
handle as shown by the arrow.
2Insert the memory card.
 The left slot is for the CF...

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Installing and Removing the Memory Card
4Set the power switch to .
XThe number of possible shots will be 
displayed on the top LCD panel and 
in the viewfinder.
X The rear LCD panel will indicate 
which memory card(s) has been 
installed.  The images will be 
recorded to the memory card with 
the < > arrow next to the 
respective card’s indicator.
1Open the cover.
  Set the power switch to < 2>.
  Make sure the access lamp is off, 
then open the cover.
2Take out the memory card.
 To remove the CF...

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Installing and Removing the Memory Card
 The access lamp lights during any of the following operations: The 
image is being exposed, being written to or read by the memory card, 
being erased, or data is being transferred. While the access lamp is 
lit, never do any of the following. Doing so may damage the image 
data. It may also damage the memory card or camera.
• Opening the card slot cover.
• Removing the battery.
• Shaking or banging the camera around.     
  If the memory card already contains...

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1Remove the caps.
 Remove the rear lens cap and the 
body cap by turning them as shown 
by the arrow.
2Attach the lens.
 Align the red dots on the lens and 
camera and turn the lens as shown 
by the arrow until it snaps in place.
3On the lens, set the focus mode 
switch to < f>.
 If it is set to < g>, autofocus will not 
be possible.
4Remove the front lens cap.
While pressing the lens release 
button, turn the lens as shown by 
the arrow.
  Turn the lens until it stops, then 
detach it.
Mounting and...

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 :  The camera is turned off and 
does not operate. Position for 
when you do not use the 
camera.
< 1 > : The camera operates.
< J > : The camera and < 5> dial 
operate. (p.38)
The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button 
halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely.
Pressing halfway ( 9 )
This activates autofocusing and automatic 
exposure that sets the shutter speed and 
aperture.
The exposure setting will be displayed on 
the top LCD panel and in the...

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Basic Operation
Pressing completely
This releases the shutter and takes the 
picture.
(1)After pressing a  button, turn the 
< 6 > dial.
When you press a button, its function remains 
selected for 6 seconds (9). During this 
time, you can turn the <
6> dial to set the 
desired setting. When the function turns off or 
if you press the shutter button halfway, the 
camera will be ready to shoot.
  Use the dial to select or set the 
shooting mode, AF mode, metering 
mode, AF point, ISO speed, exposure...

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Basic Operation
Before using the  dial, set the power switch to .
(1)
After pressing a  button, turn the 
< 5 > dial.
When you press a button, its function 
remains selected for 6 seconds (
9). 
During this time, you can turn the  dial 
to set the desired setting. When the function 
turns off or if you press the shutter button 
halfway, the camera will be ready to shoot.
 Use the dial to select or set the 
shooting mode, drive mode, flash 
exposure compensation, AF point, ISO 
speed, exposure...

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Basic Operation
The bottom of the camera provides a shutter button,  Main Dial, 
< S > AF point selection button, < A> AE Lock button, < p> AF 
Start button, and < I> FE lock/Multi-spot metering button all for 
vertical shooting.
 Before using the vertical shooting 
controls, set the vertical operation on/
off switch to < 1>.
  When not using the vertical shooting 
controls, set the switch to < 2> to 
prevent accidental operation.
1Remove the eyecup.
  While grasping both sides of the 
eyecup, slide...

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Basic Operation
To obtain sharp images, hold the camera still to minimize camera 
shake.
1. Wrap your right hand around the camera grip firmly.
2. Hold the lens bottom with your left hand.
3. Press the shutter button lightly with your right hand’s index finger.
4. Press your arms and elbows lightly against the front of your body.
5. Press the camera against your face and look through the viewfinder.
6. To maintain a stable stance, place one foot in front of the other.
Holding the Camera
Vertical...