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Specifications
• Direct Image TransferCompatible images: JPEG and RAW/sRAW images* Only JPEG images can be transferred as wallpaper on the personal computer screen
• CustomizationCustom Functions: Total 57C.Fn setting registration: Provided
My Menu registration: Provided
Save camera settings: Provided
Register basic 
camera settings: Provided
• InterfaceUSB  terminal: For personal computer communication and direct printing  (USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)
Video OUT terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable
Extension system terminal: For connection to WFT-E2/E2A
• Power SourceBattery: Battery Pack LP-E4 (Quantity 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4
Battery life: At 23°C / 73°F: Approx. 1800 shots At 0°C / 32°F: Approx. 1400 shots
*  With fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E4
*  Without Live View shooting
* The figures above are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing standards
Battery check: Automatic (Displayed in 6 levels) *  Detailed battery information provided
Power saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, or 30 min.
Date/Time battery: One CR2025 lithium battery
Startup time: Approx. 0.2 sec.
• Dimensions and WeightDimensions (W x H x D): 156 x 159.6 x 79.9 mm / 6.1 x 6.3 x 3.1 in.
Weight (Approx.):   1210 g / 42.7 oz. (Body only)
• Operating EnvironmentWorking temperature 
range: 0°C - 45°C / 32°F - 113°F
Working humidity: 85% or less  
						

							
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Specifications
•Battery Pack LP-E4Type: Rechargeable lithium ion battery
Rated voltage: 11.1 V DC
Battery capacity: 2300mAh
Dimensions (W x H x D): 68.4 x 34.2 x 92.8 mm / 2.7 x 1.3 x 3.7 in.
Weight (Approx.): 180 g / 6.3 oz. (excluding protective cover)
• Battery Charger LC-E4Type: Charger dedicated to the Battery Pack LP-E4
Recharging time: Approx. 120 min. (for 1 pack)
Rated input: 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) 12 V / 24 V DC
Rated output: 12.6 V DC, 1.55 A
Power cord length: Approx. 2 m / 6.6 ft.
Working temperature: 0°C - 40°C / 32°F - 104°F
Working humidity: 85% or less
Dimensions (W x H x D): 155 x 52.3 x 95 mm / 6.1 x 2.1 x 3.7 in.
Weight (Approx.):340 g / 12.0 oz. (excluding power cord and protective covers)
• AC Adapter Kit ACK-E4[DC Coupler]
Rated input: 12.6 V DC
Rated output: 11.1 V DC
Cord length: Approx. 2.3 m / 7.5 ft.
Working temperature: 0°C - 45°C / 32°F - 113°F
Working humidity: 85% or less
Dimensions (W x H x D): 68.4 x 34.2 x 92.8 mm / 2.7 x 1.3 x 3.7 in.
Weight (Approx.): 165 g / 5.8 oz. (excluding protective cover)
[AC Adapter]
Rated input:   100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
Rated output:   12.6 V DC, 2 A
Power cord length: Approx. 2 m / 6.6 ft.
Working temperature: 0°C - 45°C / 32°F - 113°F
Working humidity: 85% or less
Dimensions (W x H x D): 64.5 x 32.6 x 106 mm / 2.5 x 1.3 x 4.2 in.
Weight (Approx.): 185 g / 6.5 oz. (excluding power cord)
  All specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards.
  The camera’s specifications and exterior are subject to change without notice.
  If a problem occurs with a non-Canon lens attached to the camera, consult the 
respective lens maker.  
						

							
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Trademarks Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
  Windows is a trademark or registered tr ademark of Microsoft Corporation in 
the United States and other countries.
  Macintosh and Mac OS is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Inc. in 
the United States and other countries.
  CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
  The SDHC logo is a trademark.
  All other corporate and product names and trademarks mentioned in this 
manual are the property of their respective owners.
* This digital camera supports Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and Exif  2.21 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard that enhances compatibility 
between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant 
printer, the shooting information is incorporated to optimize the print output.
        
						

							
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Digital Camera Model DS126161 SystemsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, 
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reas onable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
     that to which the receiver is connected.
— 
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used 
with this equipment in order to comply  with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 
15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modificati ons to the equipment unless otherwise 
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you 
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limitsfor radio noise 
emissions from digital apparatus as set outin the interference-causing 
equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus, ICES-003 of the Industry 
Canada.
When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC 
Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 
12.6 V DC). Using anything else can cause fire, overheating, or 
electrical shock.  
						

							
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  — This manual contains important safety 
and operating instructions for Battery Charger LC-E4.
2. Before using the charger, read all in structions and cautionary remarks on 
(1) the charger, (2) the battery pack, and (3) the product using the battery 
pack.
3. CAUTION  — To reduce risk of injury, charge only the Battery Pack LP-E4. 
Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and other 
damage.
4. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Canon may result in 
fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than 
by cord when disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or  otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. Do not operate the charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them  immediately.
9. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, 
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
10. Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when  service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of 
electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before  attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION
Unless otherwise stated in this manual, there are no user serviceable parts 
inside. Refer servicing to qualified serviceman.
USA and Canada only:
The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is 
recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on 
how to recycle this battery.
For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchl orate Material – special handling may 
apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.  
						

							
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IndexIndex
A
AC adapter................................ 23, 31
Access lamp ............................. 18, 34
Adjust levels.................................. 144
Adobe RGB..................................... 72
AE ................................................... 92
AE lock.......................................... 101
AEB............................................... 100
AF ........................................... 85, 167
AF microadjustment ...................... 169
AF mode ......................................... 82
AF point .......................................... 84
AF point activation area ................ 170
AF point brightness ....................... 172
AF point display ............................ 118
AF point expansion ....................... 170
AF point linked .............................. 160
AF start (AF-ON)....................... 36, 82
AF stop button .............................. 173
AF-assist beam ..................... 107, 172
AI Servo AF .................................... 83
AI Servo AF tracking method ........ 167
AI Servo characteristics ................ 166
Amber (A) ............................... 70, 144
Aperture .......................................... 96
Aperture value range .................... 161
Aperture-priority AE (Av)................. 96
Apply shooting/metering mode ..... 162
Area AF........................................... 81
Aspect ratio ................................... 178
Assist AF points .............................. 85
Auto cleaning ................................ 132
Auto image rotation....................... 130
Auto power off................................. 47
Auto reset ....................................... 80
Auto switch media........................... 74
Auto white balance ......................... 63Automatic AF point selection.......... 84
Automatic AF point selection 
disabled ........................................ 171
Av ................................................... 96
AWB ............................................... 63
B
B/W .............................................. 142
B/W image...................................... 58
Backup ........................................... 43
Battery ................................ 22, 26, 29
Battery charger......................... 22, 26
Battery check ......................... 29, 187
Battery compartment cap ............... 29
Battery info. .................................. 187
Beeper...................................... 43, 83
Blue (B) .................................. 70, 144
Borders......................................... 141
Both .............................................. 148
Bracketed shots ........................... 159
Bracketing auto cancel ................. 159
Bracketing sequence.................... 159
Brightness .................................... 144
Brightness display ........................ 118
Bulb .............................................. 102
Bulb exposure .............................. 102
Bundled items .................................. 3
Bundled software .................CD-ROM
C
C.Fn ............................................. 158
Calibration ...................................... 28
Camera direct printing .......... 137, 150
Camera setting display................. 186
Camera shooting-ready.................... 4
Camera-assigned name ................. 77
Caption (name) .............................. 67
Car battery cable .................... 28, 194  
						

							
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Index
Center-weighted average 
metering .......................................... 91
CF card .........................13, 32, 47, 73
CF card slot..................................... 32
Clean manually .............................135
Clean now .....................................132
Clear all camera settings ................ 49
Clear all Custom Functions ...........156
Close-up (macro) photography .....104
Cloudy ............................................. 63
Color balance ................................144
Color saturation....................... 59, 144
Color space ..................................... 72
Color temperature ........................... 69
Color tone ............................... 59, 144
Compensation for damages ..............2
Compression rate............................ 55
Continuous numbering ....................79
Continuous shooting ............... 87, 172
Continuous shooting limit ..............172
Contrast .................................. 58, 144
Cool tone.......................................142
Copying images ............................125
Copyrights .........................................2
Cross-type points ............................ 85
Custom Function list .....................157
Custom Function setting 
registration ....................................179
Custom Functions .........................158
Custom WB (white balance) ........... 64
Customization ...............................155
D
Date/File number imprinting ..........143
Date/time setting ............................. 46
Daylight ...........................................63
DC coupler ................................23, 31
Default...........................................141Depth-of-field preview .................... 97
Design rule for Camera File 
System ......................................... 203
Difficult-to-focus subjects ............... 86
DIGITAL terminal .................. 138, 152
Direct printing ....................... 137, 150
Direct transfer ............................... 151
Discharging .................................... 28
Display entire image ..................... 112
Display formats............................. 116
DPOF ........................................... 137
DPP .............................................. 133
Drive mode ..................................... 87
Dust Delete Data .......................... 133
E
EF lenses ....................................... 35
Electronic MF ............................... 166
EOS Utility .................................... 152
Erase ............................................ 128
Erasing all images ........................ 128
Erasing all images in a card ......... 128
Erasing all images in a folder ....... 128
Error codes ................................... 193
E-TTL II autoflash ......................... 105
E-TTL II flash metering ................. 164
Evaluative metering ........................ 90
Exif ............................................... 203
Exposure compensation ................. 99
Exposure level increments ........... 158
Exposure level indicator ................. 21
Exposure simulation ..................... 178
EX-series Speedlite ...................... 105
Extension system terminal ............. 18
External media ......................... 20, 43
External Speedlite ........................ 105
External Speedlite control............. 106
Eyecup ........................................... 39  
						

							
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Eyepiece ......................................... 17
Eyepiece shutter ........................... 103
F
Face brightener............................. 144
Faithful ............................................ 57
FE lock .......................................... 105
FEB ............................................... 105
File extension.................................. 78
File name ........................................ 77
File number ..................................... 79
File size........................................... 53
Filter effect ...................................... 60
Firmware ......................................... 45
Flash ............................................. 105
Flash Custom Functions ............... 106
Flash exposure compensation ...... 105
Flash function settings .................. 106
Flash off ........................................ 165
Flash sync speed .......................... 162
Flash use ........................................ 63
Flash-sync contacts ........................ 17
Focal plane mark ............................ 17
Focus adjustment ......................... 169
Focus confirmation light .................. 21
Focus lock....................................... 83
Focus mode switch ........... 35, 86, 110
Focus tracking ................................ 83
Focusing frame ..................... 112, 114
Focusing screen ........................... 176
Folder (Create/Select) .................... 75
Format ...................................... 47, 49
4- or 9-image index display........... 119
FP flash......................................... 105
G
Green (G)................................ 70, 144
Grid display ................................... 114
H
Hand strap...................................... 24
Handling precautions ..................... 12
Hard disk-type card .......... 33, 34, 109
High ISO speed noise reduction .. 163
Highlight alert ............................... 118
Highlight tone priority ................... 164
High-speed continuous shooting .... 87
High-speed sync .......................... 105
Histogram ............................. 114, 118
Hold .............................................. 129
Holding the camera ........................ 40
Horizontal-line sensitive ................. 85
Hot shoe ......................................... 17
Household power outlet ........... 23, 31
I
ICC profile ...................................... 72
Image browsing (Jump display) ... 119
Image processing ........................... 54
Image protect ............................... 123
Image-recording quality.................. 52
Image review time ........................ 129
Image size ...................................... 52
Image size automatic appending ... 78
Image transfer .............................. 151
Index ............................................ 148
Index display ................................ 119
INFO............................. 114, 117, 186
Interface cable...................... 138, 152
ISO speed ...................................... 56
ISO speed increments.................. 158
ISO speed range (extension) ....... 158
J
JPEG .............................................. 52
JPEG quality .................................. 55
Jump by 1 screen ......................... 119  
						

							
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Index
Jump by 1/10/100 images.............119
Jump by date ................................119
Jump by folder ..............................119
Jump display .................................119
L
Landscape ......................................57
Language ........................................46
Large ............................................... 52
LCD brightness .............................129
LCD monitor .................................... 13
LCD panel ...........................13, 19, 20
LCD panel illumination ..................102
Lens ..........................................13, 35
Live View shooting ........................110
Long exp. noise reduction .............163
Low level format ..............................49
Low-speed continuous shooting .....87
M
M (Manual) ......................................98
Macro photography .......................104
Magenta (M)............................70, 144
Magnified view ......................112, 120
Magnified view starting position ....120
Main Dial .....................................4, 37
Malfunction....................................190
Manual AF point selection...............84
Manual exposure (M) ......................98
Manual focusing ..............................86
Manual reset ...................................80
Maximum burst .........................53, 54
Medium ...........................................52
Memory card (CF/SD) ...13, 32, 47, 73
Memory card slot cover................... 32
Menu settings..................................43
Menus .......................................41, 43
Metering mode ................................ 90 MF .................................................. 86
Mirror lockup......................... 104, 172
Monochrome .................................. 58
Multi-controller ............................ 4, 38
Multi-spot metering ......................... 91
My Menu....................................... 181
N
Name (Caption) .............................. 67
Natural .......................................... 142
Neutral ............................................ 57
New images.................................. 153
19 points/9 points (inner/outer)..... 170
Noise reduction ............................ 163
Nomenclature ................................. 16
Non-Canon flash .......................... 108
NR ................................................ 142
NTSC...................................... 44, 122
O
One-Shot AF .................................. 82
Original decision 
(image verification) data ............... 178
Overwrite ...................................... 127
P
P (Program) .................................... 92
Page layout .................................. 141
PAL ......................................... 44, 122
Paper settings .............................. 140
Partial metering .............................. 90
PC terminal................................... 108
Personal white balance .................. 63
PictBridge ..................................... 137
Picture Style ............................ 57 - 62
Playback ....................................... 116
Playback menu ......................... 41, 43
Portrait ............................................ 57
Possible shots .................. 30, 53, 114  
						

							
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Power cord.......................... 22, 26, 31
Power source ...................... 26, 31, 47
Power Switch .................................. 36
Pressing completely........................ 37
Pressing halfway............................. 36
Print copies ........................... 143, 149
Print order (DPOF)........................ 137
Print settings ................................. 140
Printer errors ................................. 146
Printing effects ...................... 142, 144
Program AE (P) .............................. 92
Program Line ................................ 189
Program shift .................................. 93
Protect .......................................... 123
Protect all images ......................... 123
Protecting all images in a card...... 123
Protecting all images in a folder.... 123
Protective cover .............................. 26
Q
Quick Control Dial ................. 4, 17, 38
R
RAW ......................................... 52, 54
RAW(sRAW)+JPEG........................ 52
Rear LCD panel ........................ 13, 20
Rec. separately ............................... 74
Rec. to multiple ............................... 74
Recharge ........................................ 26
Recording func................................ 74
Recording media 
(CF/SD cards) ............... 13, 32, 47, 73
Red-eye corr. ................................ 144
Reduction...................................... 120
Registering basic camera 
settings ......................................... 184
Release time lag ........................... 177
Remote control terminal................ 103Remote Live View shooting.......... 110
Remote switch.............................. 103
Replacing the date/time battery ... 188
RGB display ................................. 118
Rotate................................... 121, 130
S
Safety shift ................................... 160
Safety warnings.............................. 10
Saving camera settings ................ 182
SD card ........................ 13, 32, 47, 73
SD card slot.................................... 32
Select all images .................. 149, 154
Select card ..................................... 73
Select usable metering modes ..... 161
Select usable shooting modes ..... 160
Self Cleaning Sensor Unit ............ 131
Self-timer ........................................ 88
Sensor cleaning ........... 131, 132, 135
Sepia .............................................. 60
Set ................................................ 179
SET button ................................. 4, 41
SET button when shooting ........... 174
Set-up menu............................. 41, 44
Shade ............................................. 63
Sharpness ...................................... 58
Shoot w/o card ............................... 43
Shooting information display ........ 117
Shooting menus ....................... 41, 43
Shooting mode ............................... 19
Shutter button................................. 36
Shutter curtain sync. .................... 164
Shutter speed ................................. 94
Shutter speed range..................... 161
Shutter-priority AE (Tv) .................. 94
Silent single shooting ..................... 87
Single image ........................ 149, 154