What should I do if the icon blinks on the LCD panel?

A blinking icon indicates the battery level is very low and the batteries should be replaced with new ones. If a misoperation has occurred, press the shutter button halfway or remove and reload the batteries. If the icon does not stop blinking after these steps, consult your nearest service center. (Page 49)

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Name: Canon Eos Rebel T2 Camera
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How do I prevent the camera shutter from working when no film or lens is loaded?

The Safety Release Lock prevents shutter release if there is no film loaded or if there is no lens attached. When you press the shutter button without film or lens, <F> (film) or <L> (lens) will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. (Page 44)

What does it mean when the battery icon is blinking on the LCD panel?

If the <π> icon blinks on the LCD panel, the battery level is very low and you should replace the batteries with new ones. A proper exposure can still be obtained as long as the shutter releases, but film advance and auto rewind might stop midway or not work at all. After replacing the batteries, film advance will be possible and film rewind can resume by pressing the rewind button. (Page 5)

Why is the shutter not working and the film icon blinking on the LCD panel?

If the frame count is not displayed and the film icon is blinking on the LCD panel, the film has not been loaded correctly. Remove the film and reload it properly, ensuring the film leader edge is aligned with the mark on the camera. If the film is not loaded properly, the shutter will not work. (Page 49)

How do I load film into the Canon EOS Rebel T2?

Turn the Mode Dial to any setting except Off, then slide down the back cover release lever to open the back. Insert the film cartridge at a slight angle and align the film leader edge with the mark on the camera, then close the back cover until it snaps shut. Film prewind will start automatically, and with DX-coded film, the ISO speed will be set automatically. (Page 15)

How do I properly clean and care for the Canon EOS Rebel T2?

Use only a blower brush to remove dust from the lens, eyepiece, mirror, focusing screen, and film compartment — do not use any cleaner containing an organic solvent on the camera body or lens. The shutter curtains are extremely thin and should only be cleaned with a blower; never touch them with your fingers. If the camera gets wet, take it to your nearest Canon dealer as soon as possible, and wipe salty air exposure with a slightly damp cloth. (Page 4)

What should I do if the autofocus fails to achieve focus?

If the focus confirmation light blinks, autofocus has failed, which can happen with low-contrast subjects, subjects in very low light, extremely backlit or reflective subjects, or subjects with repetitive patterns. You can use focus lock by focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject and recomposing, or set the lens focus mode switch to MF and focus manually by turning the lens focusing ring. (Page 31)

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What is the flash range of the built-in flash and are there any usage warnings?

How do I prevent the camera from taking blurred pictures?

What does it mean when the focus confirmation light blinks?

How do I use the midroll rewind feature?

What should I do if the <π> icon blinks on the LCD panel?

How do I mount a lens on the camera?

What types of lenses can I use with this camera?

What are the shooting modes available on the Mode Dial and what do they do?

How do I install batteries in the Canon EOS Rebel T2?

What do the battery level icons on the LCD panel mean?

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What batteries does the Canon EOS Rebel T2 use and how do I install them?

Can I use the camera in extreme temperatures?

How should I clean the lens and shutter curtains?

How should I store my camera when not in use for an extended period?

What happens if the battery level gets too low?

How does temperature affect the camera's LCD display and battery performance?

Should I ever try to disassemble my EOS Rebel T2?

Should I take test shots before an important event?

What does it mean if the battery icon blinks on the LCD panel?

What should I do if film advance stops midway?

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Aperture value Shutter speed 18 YFull Auto Mode All you do is point the camera and press the shutter button. Everything is automatic so it is easy to photograph any subject. With seven AF points to focus the subject, anyone can just point and shoot. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Aim any of the AF points on the subject.
Out of the seven AF points, the one
covering the closest subject is selected automatically to achieve focus. AF point 3 Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus. sWhen focus is achieved, the AF point mark and focus confirmation light in the viewfinder will flash. sWhen necessary, the built-in flash will pop up automatically. 4 Check the exposure setting. sThe shutter speed and aperture value will be set automatically and displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Focus confirmation light

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19 5 Take the picture.
Compose the shot and press the
shutter button fully.
If you want to zoom, do it before focusing. Turning the zooming
ring after achieving focus may throw off the focus.
If the built-in flash’s pop-up operation is obstructed, the <π> icon
will blink on the LCD panel. Press the shutter button halfway to resolve the problem.
When focus is achieved, the autofocus and auto exposure setting
will also be locked.
If the focus confirmation light blinks, the picture cannot be
taken. (p.30)
If multiple AF point marks will light, it means that all of them have
achieved focus at the respective points.
In the Basic Zone modes (except
~~), the built-in~~
flash will pop up and fire automatically in low-light or backlit conditions. To retract the flash, push it back down.
If you want to use a certain AF point to focus, set the Mode Dial to
and select the AF point manually. (p.29) AF-Assist beam with the Built-in Flash Under low-light conditions, the built-in flash fires a brief burst of flashes when you press the shutter button halfway. This is to illuminate the subject to enable easier autofocusing.
The AF-assist beam does not function in the

modes.
The AF-assist beam is effective up to about 4 meters/13.1 feet.

In the Creative Zone modes when the built-in flash is popped up
with the button, the AF-assist beam may be emitted.

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20 Programmed Image Control Modes Select a shooting mode to suit the target subject, and the camera will be set to obtain the best results. Portrait This mode blurs the background to make the human subject stand out.
Holding down the shutter button executes
continuous shooting.
To improve the background blur, use a
telephoto lens and fill the frame with the subject or have the subject stand farther away from the background.
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Landscape Close-up This is for wide scenic views, night scenes, etc.
Using a wide-angle lens will further enhance
the depth and breadth of the picture. Use this mode to take close-up shots of flowers, insects, etc.
As much as possible, focus the subject at the
lens’ closest focusing distance.
To obtain a larger magnification, use the
telephoto end of a zoom lens. A blinking shutter speed indicates that the shutter speed is too slow to prevent a blurred picture due to camera shake. Be careful to hold the camera steady and press the shutter button smoothly, or use a tripod. (The shutter speed indicator still blinks when you use a tripod, but camera shake will not be a problem.)

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21 This is for fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the action.
The camera will first track the subject with the
center AF point. Focus tracking will then continue with any of the seven AF points covering the subject. When focus is achieved, the beeper will sound softly.
While you hold down the shutter button,
focusing will continue for continuous shooting.
Using a telephoto lens and ISO 400 or higher
speed film is recommended. Sports
P
This mode is for taking pictures of people at twilight or at night. The flash illuminates the subject while a slow sync speed obtains a natural-looking exposure of the background.
If you want to photograph only a night scene
(without people), use the mode instead.
Tell the subject to keep still even after the
flash fires. Night Portrait
A
Use a tripod to prevent camera shake. You can disable the flash when you do not want it to fire.
The built-in flash or any external Speedlite will
not fire. Flash off
S

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22 FUsing Red-eye Reduction (with the built-in flash) When flash is used in a low-light environment, the subject’s eyes may come out red in the photograph. To reduce this “Red eye” the red-eye reduction lamp shines a light into the subject’s eyes before the flash is fired. Red-eye reduction works in all shooting modes except
~~. 1 Move the <>> arrow to the icon on the LCD panel.~~
~~Look at the LCD panel and press~~
the <\> button to move the arrow. (∫) 2 Turn the dial to set “ ” on the LCD panel.
Press the shutter button halfway to
return to normal camera operation.
To cancel red-eye reduction, set
“ ” on the LCD panel.
When you press the shutter button
halfway, the red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator will appear in viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
Red-eye reduction will not work unless
the subject looks at the red-eye reduction lamp. Tell the subject to look at the lamp.
For maximum effectiveness, press the shutter button fully after the
red-eye reduction lamp turns off (after 1.5 sec.).
You can take a picture even while the red-eye reduction lamp is lit.

The effectiveness of red-eye reduction varies depending on the
subject.
To further increase the effectiveness of red-eye reduction, go to a
brighter environment or move closer to the subject. Red-eye reduction lamp-on indicator

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23 qSelf-timer Operation 1 Press the <^> button.
While looking at the LCD panel,
press the <^> button to select <´>. You can use self-timer in any Basic mode or Creative mode. We recommend using a tripod when you use the self-timer. 2 Take the picture.
The picture-taking procedure is the
same as with the Full Auto mode on page 18.
Look through the viewfinder and
press the shutter button fully to start the self-timer. sThe picture will be taken about 10 sec. later. First 8 sec.: Self-timer lamp blinks slowly. Final 2 sec.: Self-timer lamp blinks quickly. sDuring the self-timer operation, the LCD panel counts down the seconds until the picture is taken.
To cancel the self-timer after it starts, press the <^> button.

When using the self-timer to take a picture of only yourself, first
lock the focus (p.30) on an object at the same distance where you will be in the picture. Do not stand in front of the camera when you press the shutter button to start the self-timer. Doing so prevents the camera from focusing on the subject.

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24 KWireless Remote Control (DATE Model only) 1 Press the <^> button.
While looking at the LCD panel,
press the <^> button to select <´>. 2 Take the picture.
Point the controller toward the
camera’s remote control sensor and press the transmit button. sTaken about 2 sec. later.
The indicator will be the same as
during the last 2 sec. of the self-timer. If you set <´> and do nothing for four minutes, the remote control mode will be canceled automatically to save battery power. Certain types of fluorescent lights might cause the remote control operation to work improperly. Place the camera away from any fluorescent lights as far as possible. With Remote Controller RC-5 (optional), wireless operation is possible up to 5 m/16.4 ft away from the front of the camera. Remote control sensor During self-timer or remote control operation when your eye does not cover the viewfinder eyepiece, stray light may enter the eyepiece and affect the exposure when the picture is taken. To prevent this, use the eyepiece cover to cover the eyepiece. (p.7) 1 Remove the eyecup from the eyepiece. 2 Attach the eyepiece cover.
Slide the eyepiece cover down into
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25 ;Imprinting the Date or Time (DATE Model only) 2 Select the date format.
Turn the dial.
sThe date format will change in the following loop: The camera has a date feature with an automatic calendar to 2099. It can imprint the date or time on the photograph as shown in the left photo. The date or time can be imprinted in any shooting mode. Date position 1 Move the <>> arrow to <;>.
Look at the LCD panel and press
the <\> button. (∫)
If the date and time has not been
set, “ ” will blink on the LCD panel. See page 26 to set the date and time. Year, month, day Month, day, year Day, month, year Blank Day, hour, minute

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26 ;Imprinting the Date or Time (DATE Model only) Setting the Date and Time 1 Move the <>> arrow to <;>. 2 Select the digit to be set.
Press the <[> button.

The digit selection will change in
the following sequence: year, month, day, hour, minute, “ ”. 3 Set the correct number.
Turn the dial.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all the
date and time digits are set correctly. 4 Finalize the date and time setting.
Keep pressing the <[> button
until no digits are blinking.
If you press the <[> button
while “ ” is blinking, 0 sec. will be set. The date and time setting can be retained for about 10 min. after the camera’s batteries are removed. If a picture is taken while the date and time are blinking, the date and time will not be imprinted on that picture.

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User-Controlled Shooting 27 3 Selecting the AF mode................................................28 3Selecting the AF point............................................29 Focus Lock ............................................................30 When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) ..................31 HSelecting the Film Advance Mode .........................32 Metering Modes...........................................................32 T Program AE ............................................................33 R Shutter-Priority AE ................................................35 E Aperture-Priority AE .............................................36 W Manual Exposure ...................................................37 Q Automatic Depth-of-Field AE..............................38 ∑Exposure Compensation.....................................39 LAuto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ..........................40 jAE Lock ..................................................................41 C r e a t i v e
Z
o n e With Creative Zone modes, you can set the desired shutter speed or aperture value to obtain the exposure you want. You take control of the camera.
A ★next to the page title indicates that
the feature is available only in Creative Zone modes.

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28 Selecting the AF mode★ The AF mode is the AF operation method. Three AF modes are provided: ONE SHOT (One-Shot AF), AI FOCUS (AI Focus AF), and AI SERVO (AI Servo AF). Select the AF mode.
Press the <4> button (∫) and
turn the dial. ONE SHOT (One-Shot AF) For still subjects. When you press the shutter button halfway, the AF focuses once. sWhen focus is achieved, the AF point achieving focus flashes in red and the focus confirmation light in the viewfinder lights. The exposure is also set. AI FOCUS (AI Focus AF) This mode switches the AF mode automatically to One-Shot AF or AI Servo AF depending on whether the subject is still or moving.
Ideal for moving subjects whose distance from the camera keeps changing.

The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken.
For moving subjects. While you hold down the shutter button, the camera continues to focus the subject approaching or moving away from the camera.
Ideal for moving subjects whose distance from the camera keeps changing.

The exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken.

The beeper will not sound when focus is achieved.
AI SERVO (AI Servo AF)

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29 The AF point is used for focusing. The AF point can be selected automatically by the camera or manually by you. In the Basic Zone modes and mode, the AF point selection is automatic only. In the modes, the AF point can be selected either automatically or manually.
Automatic AF point Selection
The camera selects the AF point automatically according to situation.
Manual AF point Selection
You can select any of the seven AF points manually. This is best when you want to be sure to focus on a particular subject, or to compose a particular shot quickly. 1 Press the <3> button. (∫) sThe currently-selected AF point will light. 2 Select the desired AF point.
While looking at the AF point on the
LCD panel or in the viewfinder, press the cross keys to select the desired AF point.
To select a horizontal AF point,
press the left or right cross key. To select a vertical AF point, press the top or bottom cross key.
You can also turn the dial to
select an AF point.
If all the AF points light, automatic
AF point selection will be set.
Press the shutter button halfway to
return to shooting. 3Selecting the AF point★ Automatic selection Automatic selection Automatic selection Automatic selection Select with cross keys

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30 3Selecting the AF point★ Focus Lock After achieving focus, you can lock the focus on a subject and recompose the shot. This is called “focus lock.” 1 Select the desired AF point. 2 Focus the subject.
Aim the AF point on the subject,
then press the shutter button halfway. 3 Keep pressing the shutter button halfway and recompose the picture as desired. 4 Take the picture.
If focus has not been achieved, the focus confirmation light
in the viewfinder will blink. In this case, you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully. Recompose the shot and focus again or see “When Autofocus Fails” (p.31).
If you use an external, EOS-dedicated Speedlite and focus cannot
be achieved with the AF-assist beam, select the center AF point.
Focus lock also works in the Basic Zone modes (except
).
Just start from step 2 above.

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31 When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: Difficult Subjects for Autofocusing
Low-contrast subjects.
Example: Blue sky, flat surface with a solid color.
Subjects in very low light.

Extremely backlit or reflective subjects.
Example: Automobile with a strong reflection.
Overlapping near and far objects.
Example: Animal behind bars in a cage.
Subjects having a repetitive pattern.
Example: Personal computer keyboard, windows on a building, etc. In such cases, do one of the following: (1) Focus lock an object at the same distance as the subject and recompose. (2) Set the lens focus mode switch to and focus manually. If you hold down the shutter button halfway while focusing manually, the active AF point mark and the focus confirmation light will light when focus is achieved. ? Manual Focusing 1 Set the lens focus mode switch to . 2 Focus the subject.
Focus by turning the lens focusing
ring until the subject is in focus in the viewfinder. Focus ring

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The camera has three metering modes: Evaluative, partial, and center-weighted average metering. Evaluative metering This is the camera’s standard metering mode suited for most shooting including backlit conditions. Based on the subject’s position in the viewfinder, brightness, background, front or back lighting conditions, etc., the camera always calculates the proper exposure for the subject. Partial metering This mode is set automatically when AE lock is used in a Creative Zone mode. It is effective for backlit subjects when there is a strong light behind the subject. The viewfinder center covering about 9.5% of the viewfinder area is used for metering. The partial metering area is shown on the left. Center-weighted average metering This is set automatically in the mode. The metering is weighted at the center and then averaged for the entire scene. Metering Modes 32 HSelecting the Film Advance Mode★ Two film advance modes are provided: single-frame and continuous shooting (Max. 3 frames per sec.). Press the <^> button.
Look at the LCD panel and press
the <^> button. J : Single frame: A single picture will be taken when you press the shutter button all the way. H : Continuous shooting Continuous shots will be taken while you hold down the shutter button all the way. ´ : Self-timer/Remote control

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33 Like the (Full Auto) mode, this is a general-purpose mode to make picture-taking easy. It sets the shutter speed and aperture value automatically to suit the subject’s brightness. ∗ stands for Program. ∗“AE” stands for auto exposure. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus the subject.
Move the AF point over the subject
and press the shutter button halfway. 3 Check the display. sThe shutter speed and aperture value are set automatically and displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
If the shutter speed and aperture
value do not blink, a correct exposure will be obtained. AF point Aperture value Shutter speed T Program AE

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34 T Program AE 4 Take the picture.
Compose the shot and press the
shutter button fully. The Difference Between and
The shutter speed and aperture value are set in the same way in
both modes.
The following features can be used in the mode, but not in
the mode. About Program Shift
In the Program AE mode, you can freely change the shutter speed
and aperture value combination (program) set by the camera while retaining the same exposure. This is called program shift.
To shift the program, press the shutter button halfway and turn the
dial until the desired shutter speed or aperture value is displayed.
Program shift is canceled automatically after the picture is taken.

Program shift cannot be set when the built-in flash is used.

Manual selection of AF mode
and AF point
Film advance mode selection

Program shift

Exposure compensation

· Aeb

Custom Function

Depth-of-field preview

AE/FE lock with the button

Multiple exposures

Built-in flash manual firing and
flash OFF
High-speed sync
(with EX-series Speedlites)
If “
” and the maximum aperture value blink, it indicates underexposure. Use flash.
If “
” and the minimum aperture value blink, it indicates overexposure. Use an ND filter to reduce the light entering the lens.

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35 In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture value automatically to suit the subject brightness. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion. ∗ stands for Time value which is the shutter speed. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Select the desired shutter speed.
Turn the dial.

The shutter speed can be set in
half-stop increments. 3 Focus the subject. sThe aperture value is set automatically. 4 Check the viewfinder display and take the picture.
If the aperture value display is not
blinking, a correct exposure will be obtained.
If the maximum aperture value blinks, it indicates
underexposure. Turn the dial to set a slower shutter speed until the blinking stops.
If the minimum aperture value blinks, it indicates
overexposure. Turn the dial to set a faster shutter speed until the blinking stops. Shutter Speed Display The shutter speeds from “ ” to “ ” indicate the denominator of the fractional shutter speed. For example, “ ” indicates 1/125 sec. Also, “ ” indicates 0.7 sec, and “ ” indicates 15 sec. R Shutter-Priority AE

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E Aperture-Priority AE 36 In this mode, you set the desired aperture value and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. The larger the aperture value (smaller aperture), the wider the depth of field (range of acceptable focus) will be. Vice versa, the smaller the aperture value (larger aperture), the narrower the depth of field will be. ∗ stands for aperture value. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Select the desired aperture value.
Turn the dial.

The aperture value can be set in
half-stop increments. 3 Focus the subject. sThe shutter speed is set automatically. 4 Check the viewfinder display and take the picture.
If the shutter speed display does
not blink, a correct exposure will be obtained.
If the slowest shutter speed blinks, it indicates
underexposure. In such a case, turn the dial to set a larger aperture value (smaller f/number) until the shutter speed display stops blinking.
If the fastest shutter speed blinks, it indicates
overexposure. In such a case, turn the dial to set a smaller aperture value (larger f/number) until the shutter speed display stops blinking. Aperture Value Display The larger the f/number, the smaller the diaphragm will be. The aperture value display will differ depending on the lens. When no lens is attached to the camera, “ ” will be display for the aperture value.

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37 W Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture value as desired. To determine the exposure, refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder. This method is called manual exposure. In the mode, the center-weighted average metering will be set automatically. ∗ stands for Manual. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus the subject. sThe exposure setting will be displayed.
The exposure level mark
indicates how close the exposure level is to the correct exposure. 3 Determine the exposure.
To set the shutter speed, turn the
dial.
To set the aperture value, hold
down the <∑> button and turn the dial. 4 Take the picture.
If the exposure level mark blinks at the or level,
it indicates that the difference between the standard exposure exceeds +/–3 stops. About Bulb Exposures
If you keep turning the dial counterclockwise, “
” will appear to indicate bulb. The exposure will continue for as long as you hold down the shutter button completely. With Remote Controller RC-5, when you press the transmit button, the exposure will start 2 sec. later. To stop the exposure, press the button again.
With a new set of batteries, a bulb exposure can last up to 4
hours long at 20˚C. Exposure level mark Standard exposure index

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38 Q Automatic Depth-of-Field AE This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes. The camera uses the 7 AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in focus. ∗ stands for Auto-depth of field. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to . 2 Focus the subject.
Move the AF point over the subject
and press the shutter button halfway.
Focus is achieved at all the AF
point marks that light. 3 Take the picture.
If the aperture value blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is
correct but the desired depth of field cannot be achieved. Either use a wide-angle lens or move further away from the subjects.
In this shooting mode, you cannot freely change the shutter speed
and aperture value. If the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Regardless of the AF mode setting, ONE-SHOT AF will take effect.

If flash is used, the result will be the same as using flash in the
mode. The mode cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set to . The result will be the same as using the mode.

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39 ∑Exposure Compensation★ Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. You can make the picture look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation amount can be set up to +/–3 stops in half-stop increments. 1 Turn the Mode Dial to a Creative Zone mode except . 2 Check the exposure setting.
Press the shutter button halfway
and check the display. 3 Set the exposure compensation amount.
Hold down the <∑> button and
turn the dial.
To cancel the exposure
compensation, set the exposure compensation amount to <~>.
The exposure compensation amount set is retained even after the
Mode Dial is set to <:>.
The exposure compensation amount is canceled automatically
when you turn the Mode Dial to a Basic Zone mode.
Assuming that a shutter speed of 1/125 sec. and an aperture
value of f/5.6 will give a correct exposure, setting the exposure compensation amount to plus or minus 1 stop will change the shutter speed or aperture value as follows: –1 stop ← 0 → +1 stop Shutter speed 250 ← 125 → 60 Aperture value 8.0 ← 5.6 → 4.0 4 Take the picture. Exposure level mark Increased exposure Standard exposure index Decreased exposure

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40 LAuto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)★ With AEB, the camera automatically changes the exposure within the set range (up to +/–3 stops in 1/2-stop increments) for three successive frames. 1 Move the <>> arrow to the icon.
Look at the LCD panel and press
the <\> button. (∫) 2 Set the desired AEB amount.
Turn the dial.

Press the shutter button halfway to
return to normal camera operation. AEB amount AEB range 3 Take the picture. sThe three bracketed shots will be exposed in the following sequence: standard exposure, decreased exposure, and increased exposure. sAs shown on the left, the respective bracketing amount will be displayed as each bracketed shot is taken.
The picture will be taken in the
current film advance mode.
After the three AEB shots are
taken, the AEB will not be canceled automatically. To cancel AEB, set the AEB amount back to “ .”
During AEB shooting, the <>> arrow will appear next to the
icon and the AEB level <•> will be displayed. In the viewfinder, the icon will blink.
In the film advance mode, the camera stops shooting
automatically after taking the three AEB shots. In the (single frame) mode, press the shutter button completely three times to take the three AEB shots.
If you use the self-timer or remote control, the three AEB shots
will be taken continuously automatically.
AEB can be combined with exposure compensation.

AEB cannot be used with flash or bulb exposures.
standard exposure decreased exposure increased exposure

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41 jAE Lock★ AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the desired exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects. For AE lock, partial metering is used automatically. 1 Focus the subject. sThe exposure setting will be displayed. 3 Compose the shot and take the picture.
If you want to maintain the AE lock
while taking more pictures, hold down the button and press the shutter button to take another picture. 2 Press the button. (˜)
Aim the center of the viewfinder
over the subject where the exposure is to be locked, then press the button. sThe icon will light in the viewfinder to indicate that the exposure setting has been locked (AE lock).
Each time you press the
button, it locks the current exposure setting. AE lock indicator

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42 > arrow to the <<> icon.
Look at the LCD panel and press the <\> button. (∫)
s“ ” will be displayed. 2 Set the desired number of multiple exposures.
Turn the dial.

Press the shutter button halfway to return to normal camera
operation. If you shoot multiple exposures on the first few or last few frames of a roll, the multiple exposures might not be precisely aligned due to the film curling.
During multiple-exposure shooting, the <>> arrow next to the <<>
icon on the LCD panel will blink.
To cancel multiple exposures before shooting, set the number of multiple
exposures to “ .”
To cancel multiple exposures after shooting, follow steps 1 and 2 to
set the number of multiple exposures to blank. When you press the depth-of-field preview button, the exposure setting will be locked (AE lock).

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43 D Setting the ISO Film Speed★ If the film is not DX-coded or if you want to set a different film speed, load the film in the camera and set the film speed manually as follows. The settable film speed range is ISO 6 to 6400. 1 Move the <>> arrow to the icon.
Look at the LCD panel and press
the <\> button to move the arrow. (∫) sThe current film speed is displayed. 2 Set the desired film speed.
Turn the dial to set the film
speed. 1 Move the <>> arrow to the <8> icon.
Look at the LCD panel and press
the <\> button. (∫) 0 : Beeper silent. 1 : Beeper sounds when focus is achieved and during self-timer operation. 2 : Beeper sounds when focus is achieved, during self-timer operation, and during slow shutter speeds when camera shake can blur the shot. In this case, use a tripod. 2 Select the setting “ / / .”
Turn the dial to select the
setting. The manually-set film speed will be canceled if the film is taken out and DX-coded film is loaded. 8Beeper Setting

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44 7Safety Release Lock This prevents shutter release if there is no film loaded or if there is no lens attached. It is particularly effective against missed shots due to no film. If you press the shutter button while there is no film in the camera or no lens attached, “ ” (F: film) or “ ” (L: lens) will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Using the Built-in Flash In low-light or backlit conditions, the built-in flash will pop up and fire automatically (except in
~~modes). Press the button to pop up the built-in flash.~~
T
: Use this mode for automatic flash photography. The flash sync speed (1/60-1/125 sec.) and aperture value will be set automatically as with the (Full Auto) mode.
R
: Use this mode if you want to set the flash sync speed manually (within 30 sec. - 1/125 sec.). The camera will set the flash aperture value automatically to obtain a correct flash exposure. In a Basic Zone Mode In a Creative Zone Mode 1 Move the <>> arrow to the <7> icon.
While looking at the LCD panel,
press the <\> button. (∫) With E-TTL II autoflash, high-precision and consistent flash exposures can be obtained. 2 Set it to “ .”
Turn the dial.

To cancel the setting, set it to “
.”

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45 Using the Built-in Flash
E
: Use this mode if you want to set the flash aperture value. The camera will set the flash sync speed (within 30 sec. - 1/125 sec.) automatically to obtain the best exposure for the aperture you set. For portraits with a night scene or dark background, a slow sync speed will be set to obtain a proper exposure for both the subject and background. The flash illuminates the subject, while the background is properly exposed with a slow shutter speed.
Because automatic slow-sync shooting uses a slow
shutter speed, always use a tripod.
If you do not want long exposures, set C.Fn-06. (p.48)

W
: You can manually set both the flash sync speed (within Bulb
1/125 sec.) and aperture value. The subject is properly
exposed with the flash and the background is exposed with the flash sync speed and aperture value you have set. Q : The result will be the same as using the mode.
When using the built-in flash, stay at least 1 meter/3.3 feet away
from the subject. Otherwise, part of the photo will look dark.
When using the built-in flash, detach any hood attached to the
lens. A lens hood will partially obstruct the flash coverage.
When a super telephoto lens or a fast, large-aperture lens is
attached, the built-in flash coverage might be obstructed.
The built-in flash’s flash coverage is 28mm lens angle.

To retract the built-in flash, push it down.

This is a Type-A camera (compatible with E-TTL II autoflash)
which can use all the features of EX-series Speedlites. Flash Distance Range (With EF28-90mm f/4-5.6) [m/ft]
Iso
28mm 90mm Negative Film Slide Film Negative Film Slide Film 100 1 - 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.2 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.9 1 - 3.3 / 3.3 - 10.9 1 - 2.3 / 3.3 - 7.6 400 1 - 9.2 / 3.3 - 30.4 1.2 - 6.6 / 3.9 - 21.5 1 - 6.6 / 3.3 - 21.8 1- 4.6 / 3.3 - 15.2

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46 Using the Built-in Flash FE (Flash Exposure) lock is for setting the correct flash exposure for any part of the subject. First pop-up the built-in flash. jFE Lock ★ 1 Focus the subject.
Keep pressing the shutter button
until step 3. 2 Aim the viewfinder center over the target subject, then press the button. sA preflash is fired and the icon will be displayed in the viewfinder. 3 Compose the shot and take the picture.
If the subject is beyond the effective flash range resulting in
underexposure, the icon will blink. Get closer to the subject and repeat steps 1 and 2.
For the external Speedlite, use an EX-series Speedlite. If the
camera is used with an EZ-, E-, EG-, ML-, or TL-series Speedlite, the flash will not fire in the TTL and A-TTL autoflash modes. Use the manual flash mode if the Speedlite has one. About E-TTL II Autoflash E-TTL II is a new autoflash exposure system incorporating improved flash exposure control and lens focusing distance information, making it more precise than the previous E-TTL (evaluative flash metering with preflash) system. The camera can execute E-TTL II autoflash with any EX-series Speedlite.

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47 5Setting Custom Functions★ Custom Function Settings C.Fn-01 Self-timer delay time You can customize camera functions to suit your preferences. They are called Custom Functions. The 2-sec. delay is effective for preventing camera shake (when you press the shutter button) during close-ups and other critical work. 0 : 10-sec. delay 1 : 2-sec. delay 1 Display <5> on the LCD panel.
Press the <\> button to display
the icon. 2 Select the Custom Function No.
Turn the dial.
3 Change the setting.
Press the <[> button. The
button toggles the setting between “ ” and “ .” “ ” is the default setting.
The <5> icon remains displayed
on the LCD panel and the Custom Function setting is set. Function Setting No. Custom Function Setting No.

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48 5Setting Custom Functions★ C.Fn-02 AF point selection method 0 : Press AF point selection button, then press the cross keys. 1 : Press the shutter button halfway, then press cross keys. Effective during the <˜> and <∫> active times. Pressing the <3> button switches to automatic AF point selection. C.Fn-05 Shutter curtain sync with built-in flash and EX-series Speedlite 0 : 1st-curtain sync 1 : 2nd-curtain sync With second-curtain sync and a slow shutter speed, you can create a light trail following a moving subject. The flash fires right before the shutter closes. Second-curtain sync can be set even with EOS-dedicated Speedlites which cannot switch the shutter curtain synchronization. The Speedlite with a shutter curtain synchronization setting will override the camera’s setting. ∗When you press the shutter button completely, a preflash will be fired for flash exposure control. C.Fn-06 Flash sync speed in Av mode 0 : Auto 1 : 1/125 sec. (fixed) When you use flash in the aperture-priority mode (Av), the flash sync speed will be fixed at 1/125 sec. This prevents the camera from setting a slow sync speed in low-light conditions. C.Fn-03 Switch to center AF point with AF point selection button 0 : Disabled 1 : Enabled C.Fn-04 Emission of built-in AF-assist beam 0 : Enabled 1 : Disabled

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49 Reference Feature Availability Table
Y U I O P A S T R E W Q
Mode Dial Mode One Shot AI Servo AI Focus Auto Manual Single frame Continuous Self-timer/ Remote control
Af
Film Advance AF Point Selection : Set automatically. : User-selectable/settable. Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide.
Nothing is displayed on the LCD panel.
The batteries are exhausted. / The batteries have been installed incorrectly. sReplace the batteries with new ones. / Install the batteries correctly. (p.11)
The picture looks blurred.
The lens focus mode switch is set to . sSet the lens focus mode switch to . (p.13) There was camera shake when the picture was taken. sHold the camera steady or use a faster shutter speed. (p.14)
The shutter does not work.
On the LCD panel, the frame count is not displayed and the <=> icon blinks. sTake out the film and load it correctly. (p.15) The focus confirmation light in the viewfinder blinks and focus cannot be achieved. sSelect another AF point. (p.29) If focus still cannot be achieved, focus manually. (p.31)
The <π> icon blinks on the LCD panel.
The battery level is very low. sReplace the batteries with new ones. (p.11) A misoperation has occurred. sPress the shutter button halfway. (p.14) / Remove the batteries and reload it. (p.11) If the <π> icon does not stop blinking, consult your nearest service center.

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50 Major Specifications
Type
Type ......................................35 mm AF/AE SLR camera with built-in flash Recording media...................35 mm film Image size ............................24 x 36 mm Compatible lenses ................Canon EF lenses (except EF-S lenses) Lens mount...........................Canon EF mount
Viewfinder
Type ......................................Eye-level pentamirror Coverage ..............................Approx. 90% vertically and horizontally Magnification.........................0.7x (–1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity) Eyepoint................................18.5 mm Dioptric adjustment range.....–2.5 - +0.5 dpt Focusing screen ...................Fixed, all-matte screen Mirror ....................................Quick-return half mirror Viewfinder information ..........AF (Superimposed display, focus confirmation light); Exposure (shutter speed, aperture value, exposure level, AE lock); Flash (flash ready, hi-speed sync, FE lock, red-eye reduction, underexposure warning) Depth-of-field preview...........Depth-of-field preview button
Autofocus
Type ......................................TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor AF points...............................7 AF points AF working range .................EV 1 - 18 (ISO 100) Focusing modes ...................One Shot AF, AI Servo AF, AI Focus AF, manual focusing (MF) AF point selection .................Automatic/manual AF-assist beam.....................Intermittent firing of the built-in flash Working distance: Approx. 4 m/13.1 ft at center, Approx. 3.5 m/11.5 ft at outer edge
Exposure control
Exposure metering modes....TTL full aperture metering with 35-zone SPC
Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point)

Partial metering (approx. 9.5% of viewfinder at center)

Center-weighted average metering (automatically set in
manual exposure mode) Metering range......................EV 1 - 20 (normal temperature, 50mm f/1.4, ISO 100) Exposure control...................Program AE (Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, Flash off), Program AE, shutter- priority AE, aperture-priority AE, depth-of-field AE, manual exposure, E-TTL II autoflash Film speeds ..........................ISO 6 - 6400 (Set automatically for DX-coded film within
Iso 25 - 5000)
Exposure compensation .......Manual exposure compensation: +/– 3 stops in 1/2-stop increments (can be used with AEB) Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): +/– 3 stops in 1/2-stop increments AE lock..................................Auto AE lock: Operates in One Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved Manual AE lock: By AE lock button in partial metering mode Multiple exposures................Max. 9 exposures

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51
Shutter
Type ......................................Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter Shutter speeds......................1/4000 - 30 sec. in 1/2-stop increments, bulb, X sync at 1/125 sec. Shutter release .....................Soft touch electromagnetic release (safety release lock possible) Self-timer ..............................Shoot after 10 sec. delay Remote control .....................Remote Controller RC-1/RC-5 (DATE Model only)
Flash
Built-in flash ..........................E-TTL II autoflash, FE lock possible Guide No. 13 (ISO 100, in meters), 39 (ISO 100, in feet) Recycling time: Approx. 2 sec. Flash coverage: 28 mm lens angle covered Red-eye reduction: Lamp External EOS-dedicated flash ...E-TTL II autoflash
Film transport
Film loading ..........................Automatic prewind Film advance modes ............Single-frame/continuous shooting Continuous shooting speeds (approx.) ...One Shot AF: 3 fps, AI Servo AF: 2.5 fps Film rewind ...........................Automatic. Mid-roll rewind
Custom Functions.........6

Date imprinting (DATE Model only)...Automatic calendar to 2099

Power source .................Two CR2 lithium batteries

Dimensions (W x H x D)..130 x 90 x 64 mm/5.1 x 3.5 x 2.5 in

Weight ..............................365 g/12.7 oz (body only)

All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing and measuring standards.

Specifications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice.
This 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. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instruction manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 instruction manual, 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.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 class B specifications. Respecte les exigences de la class B de la NMB-003 du Canada. The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC)

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© Canon Inc. 2004
This Instruction booklet is current as of August 2004. For information on using the camera with system accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan
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For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-OK-CANON or write to: Customer Relations, Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, N.Y. 11042-1198
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2828, 16th Street, N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2E 7K7, Canada For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in Canada
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