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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 camera, unplug the 
power plug from the power outlet.
Using a Household Power Outlet
  The DC Coupler is not water-resistant, so do not get it wet when using it 
outdoors.
  Do not connect or disconnect the power cord or DC Coupler while the 
camera’s power switch is set to < 1>.  
						

							
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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 card, and 
the right slot is for the SD card.
  With the CF card, face the label 
side toward you as shown in the 
illustration and insert the end with 
the small holes into the camera.
If the CF card is inserted in the 
wrong way, it may damage the camera.
XThe CF card eject button will stick out.
 With the SD card’s label facing you, 
push in the card until it clicks in place.
3Close the cover.
 Press the cover until it snaps shut.
Installing and Removing the Memory Card
Installing a Card
  The camera can also use SDHC memory cards.
  Ultra DMA (UDMA) CF cards enable faster data writing.  
						

							
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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 card, push the 
eject button.
  To remove the SD card, push it in and 
release it.
  Close the cover.
CF card indicator
SD card indicator
Memory card selection icon
Removing the Card
 The camera is compatible with both Type I and Type II CF cards which 
differ in thickness. Hi gh-capacity (2GB or higher) CF cards, SD cards, 
and hard disk-type cards can also be used.
  The number of possible shots varies depending on the memory card’s 
capacity, image-recording quality, ISO speed, etc.
  The [ 2 Shoot w/o card ] menu option set to [ Off] will prevent you from 
forgetting to install a memory card.  
						

							
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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 recorded images, the image number 
might not start from 0001. (p.79)
  Compared to other memory cards, hard disk-type cards are more 
vulnerable to vibration and physical shock. If you use a such a card, be 
careful not to subject the camera to vibration or physical shock especially 
while recording or playing images.
  When holding a hard disk-type card, always hold its sides. You may 
damage the card by holding its flat surfaces.
  Do not touch the SD card’s contacts with your fingers or metal objects.
 Even with the power switch set to < 2>, when you insert or remove a 
memory card, the access lamp might blink.
  If a memory card-related error is displayed, see page 48.  
						

							
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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 Detaching a Lens
Mounting a Lens
Detaching the Lens
When attaching or detaching the lens, take care to prevent dust from 
entering the camera through the lens mount.
Not compatible with EF-S lenses.  
						

							
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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 viewfinder.
 Pressing the < p> button will 
result in the same operation as 
pressing the shutter button halfway.
Basic Operation
Power/Quick Control Dial Switch
Shutter Button
 Whenever you set the power switch to  or , the sensor cleaning will be 
executed automatically. During the sensor cleaning, the LCD monitor will display .  To save battery power, the camera turns off automatically after about 1 minute of 
non-operation. To turn on the camera again, just press the shutter button.
  You can change the auto power-off time with the menu’s [ 5 Auto 
power off ] setting. (p.47)
  If you set the power switch to < 2> while the image is being recorded 
to the memory card, [ Recording ...] will be displayed and the power will 
turn off after the card finishes recording the image.  
						

							
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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 
compensation when the < O> button 
is pressed, or memory card.
(2) Tu r n  t h e  < 6> dial only.
While looking at the viewfinder or top 
LCD panel, turn the < 6> dial to set the 
desired setting.
  In this way, you can set the shutter 
speed, aperture, etc.
 Using the Main Dial for Selecting
  If you press the shutter button completely without pressing it halfway first 
or if you press the shutter button halfway and then press it completely 
immediately, the camera will take a  moment before it takes the picture.
  Even during the menu display, image playback, and image recording, 
you can instantly go back to shooti ng-ready by pressing the shutter 
button halfway.  
						

							
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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 compensation when 
the <
O> button is pressed, white 
balance, or image recording size.
(2) Tu r n  t h e  < 5> dial only.
While looking at the viewfinder or top 
LCD panel, turn the <
5> dial to set the 
desired setting.
 
Use this dial to set the exposure 
compensation amount and the 
aperture setting for manual exposures.
The  consists of eight direction 
keys and a button at the center.
 
Use it to select the center AF point, 
correct white balance, select focusing 
frame during Live View shooting, or 
scroll the image during magnified view.
 Using the Quick Control Dial for Selecting
 Operating the Multi-controller
You can also do step (1) when the power switch is set to < 1>.  
						

							
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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 it upward to remove.
2Turn the dioptric adjustment 
knob.
 Turn the knob to the right or left until 
the AF points or the center spot 
metering circle looks sharp in the 
viewfinder.
  Attach the eyecup.
Vertical Shooting
Adjusting the Viewfinder Clarity
If the camera’s dioptric adjustment still cannot provide a sharp viewfinder 
image, using Dioptric Adjustment Lens Eg (sold separately) is 
recommended.  
						

							
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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 shooting
Horizontal shooting