User manual CANON EOS 1DS MARK II DIGITAL CAMERA

INSTRUCTION MANUAL E INSTRUCTION MANUAL E Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS-1Ds Mark II is a high-performance, digital AF SLR camera with a large (36mm x 24mm), 16.70-megapixel CMOS sensor. The camera is compatible with all Canon EF lenses (except the EF-S lens) and designed for quick shooting at will. Besides high-precision Area AF, the camera has many features for all types of photography, from fully automatic snapshooting to professional-level, creative work. Read this Instruction Manual to familiarize yourself with the proper operation of this camera. Test the Camera Before Using Before using the camera, take a few test shots and check that the images are properly recorded on the memory card. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or read by a personal computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. Copyrights Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of images of people and certain subjects for anything but private enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions, etc. , may prohibit photography. ¡ Canon and EOS are trademarks of Canon Inc. ¡ Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. ¡ CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. ¡ Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ¡ Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Corporation in the United States and other countries. ¡ SD is a trademark. ¡ All other corporate 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 camera setting information is incorporated and optimized to obtain better print output quality. 2 Item Check List Check that all the following items have been included with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. The accessories included can also be checked in the System Map (p.170 ). ¢ EOS-1Ds Mark II / Camera body (Eyecup, body cap, and battery compart- ment cap attached. Built-in lithium battery for date/time.) ¢ Ni-MH Pack NP-E3 (protective cover and instructions included) ¢ Ni-MH Charger NC-E2 (Instructions included) ¢ DC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (Instructions included) ¢ Wide Strap L5 ¢ Interface Cable IFC-450D4 ¢ Interface Cable IFC-400PCU ¢ Video Cable VC-100 ¢ EOS DIGITAL Solution Disk ¢ Digital Photo Professional Disk ¢ Pocket Guide Quick start guide to shooting. ¢ EOS-1Ds Mark II Instruction Manual (this booklet) ¢ EOS-1Ds Mark II Software Instruction Manual Explains the procedure for transferring images to a personal computer and for RAW image processing. ¢ Digital Photo Professional Main Function Quick Guide ¢ Warranty card * Be careful not to lose any of the above items. * Using Canon memory cards is recommended. 3 Contents Introduction Item Check List .................................................................................... 3 Handling Precautions .......................................................................... 8 Nomenclature .................................................................................... 10 Conventions Used in this Manual ...................................................... 16 1 Getting Started 17 Recharging the Battery ...................................................................... 18 Installing and Removing the Battery .................................................. 20 Using a Household Power Outlet ...................................................... 22 Mounting and Detaching a Lens ........................................................ 23 Installing and Removing the Memory Card ....................................... 24 Basic Operation ................................................................................. 27 Menu Operations ............................................................................... 32 Restoring the Default Settings ........................................................ 36 Dioptric Adjustment ........................................................................... 37 Setting the Date and Time ................................................................. 38 Replacing the Date/Time Battery ....................................................... 39 Cleaning the CMOS sensor ............................................................... 40 Attaching the Neck Strap and Hand Strap ......................................... 42 2 Image Settings 43 Setting the Image-recording Quality .................................................. 44 Setting the ISO Speed ....................................................................... 47 Selecting the White Balance .............................................................. 48 Custom White Balance ...................................................................... 49 Setting the Color Temperature .......................................................... 51 White Balance Correction .................................................................. 52 White Balance Auto Bracketing ......................................................... 53 Selecting the Color Matrix ................................................................. 55 Creating Custom Color Matrix Settings ............................................. 56 Setting the Processing Parameters ................................................... 58 Setting the Folder and Memory Card ................................................ 60 Creating a new folder ...................................................................... 60 Selecting a Folder ........................................................................... 61 Selecting the Memory Card ............................................................ 61 Using Both Memory Cards for Image Recording (Backup) ............. 62 File Numbering Methods ................................................................... 63 3 Autofocus and Drive Modes 4 65 Selecting the AF Mode ...................................................................... 66 Selecting the AF Point ....................................................................... 68 Registering and Switching the AF Point .............................................70 AF Point Activation Area ...................................................................72 AF Sensitivity and Lens' Maximum Aperture .....................................73 When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) .........................................75 Selecting the Drive Mode ...................................................................77 1 Self-timer Operation ...........................................................................78 4 Exposure Control 79 2 Selecting a Metering Mode ................................................................80 Program AE .......................................................................................84 Shutter-Priority AE .............................................................................86 Aperture-Priority AE ...........................................................................88 Depth-of-field Preview .....................................................................89 Manual Exposure ...............................................................................90 Setting Exposure Compensation .......................................................92 Auto Exposure Bracketing .................................................................93 AE Lock ..............................................................................................95 Bulb Exposures ..................................................................................96 LCD Panel Illumination ....................................................................96 Mirror Lockup .....................................................................................97 Eyepiece Shutter .............................................................................97 Flash Photography .............................................................................98 3 4 5 5 Image Playback 101 Reviewing Images ............................................................................102 Auto Image Rotation ........................................................................104 6 Image Playback ...............................................................................105 Changing the Image Display Format .............................................106 Magnified View ..............................................................................109 Rotating an Image .........................................................................110 Viewing the Images on TV ...............................................................111 7 Image Protection ..............................................................................112 Sound Recording for an Image ........................................................114 Erasing Images ................................................................................115 Formatting a Memory Card ..............................................................118 8 6 Camera Direct Printing 7 DPOF: Digital Print Order Format 8 Customizing the Camera 9 Reference 121 137 145 161 9 5 Safety Warnings Follow these safeguards and use the equipment properly to prevent injury, death, and material damage. Preventing Serious Injury or Death · To prevent fire, excessive heat, chemical leakage, and explosions, follow the safeguards below: - Do not use any batteries, power sources, and accessories not specified in this booklet. Do not use any home-made or modified batteries. - Do not short-circuit, disassemble, or modify the battery pack or back-up battery. Do not apply heat or apply solder to the battery pack or back-up battery. Do not expose the battery pack or back-up battery to fire or water. And do not subject the battery pack or back-up battery to strong physical shock. - Do not install the battery pack or back-up battery in reversed polarity (+ ­). Do not mix new and old or different types of batteries. - Do not recharge the battery pack outside the allowable ambient temperature range of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F). Also, do not exceed the recharging time. - Do not insert any foreign metallic objects into the electrical contacts of the camera, accessories, connecting cables, etc. · Keep the back-up battery away from children. If a child swallows the battery, consult a physician immediately. (Battery chemicals may harm the stomach and intestines.) · When disposing of a battery pack or back-up battery, insulate the electrical contacts with tape to prevent contact with other metallic objects or batteries. This is to prevent fire or an explosion. · If excessive heat, smoke, or fumes are emitted during battery pack recharging, immediately unplug the battery charger from the power outlet to stop the recharging and prevent a fire. · If the battery pack or back-up battery leaks, changes color, deforms, or emits smoke or fumes, remove it immediately. Be careful not to get burned in the process. · Prevent any battery leakage from contacting your eyes, skin, and clothing. It can cause blindness or skin problems. If the battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing, flush the affected area with lots of clean water without rubbing it. See a physician immediately. · During the recharging, keep the equipment away from the reach of children. The cord can accidentally choke the child or give an electrical shock. · Do not leave any cords near a heat source. It can deform the cord or melt the insulation and cause a fire or electrical shock. · Do not fire the flash at someone driving a car. It may cause an accident. · Do not fire the flash near a person's eyes. It may impair the person's vision. When using flash to photograph an infant, keep at least 1 meter away. · Before storing the camera or accessory when not in use, remove the battery pack and disconnect the power plug. This is to prevent electrical shock, heat generation, and fire. · Do not use the equipment where there is flammable gas. This is to prevent an explosion or fire. 6 · If you drop the equipment and the casing breaks open to expose the internal parts, do not touch the internal parts due to the possibility of electrical shock. · Do not disassemble or modify the equipment. High-voltage internal parts can cause electrical shock. · Do not look at the sun or an extremely bright light source through the camera or lens. Doing so may damage your vision. · Keep the camera from the reach of small children. The neck strap can accidentally choke the child. · Do not store the equipment in dusty or humid places. This is to prevent fire and electrical shock. · Before using the camera inside an airplane or hospital, check if it is allowed. Electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the plane's instruments or the hospital's medical equipment. · To prevent fire and electrical shock, follow the safeguards below: - Always insert the power plug all the way in. - Do not handle a power plug with wet hands. - When unplugging a power plug, grasp and pull the plug instead of the cord. - Do not scratch, cut, or excessively bend the cord or put a heavy object on the cord. Also do not twist or tie the cords. - Do not connect too many power plugs to the same power outlet. - Do not use a cord whose insulation has been damaged. · Occasionally unplug the power plug and use a dry cloth to clean off the dust around the power outlet. If the surrounding is dusty, humid, or oily, the dust on the power outlet may become moist and short-circuit the outlet to cause a fire. Preventing Injury or Equipment Damage · Do not leave equipment inside a car under the hot sun or near a heat source. The equipment may become hot and cause skin burns. · Do not carry the camera around while it is attached to a tripod. Doing so may cause injury. Also make sure the tripod is sturdy enough to support the camera and lens. · Do not leave a lens or lens-attached camera under the sun without the lens cap attached. Otherwise, the lens may concentrate the sun's rays and cause a fire. · Do not cover or wrap the battery-recharging apparatus with a cloth. Doing so may trap heat within and cause the casing to deform or catch fire. · If you drop the camera in water or if water or metal fragments enter inside the camera, promptly remove the battery pack and back-up battery. This is to prevent fire and electrical shock. · Do not use or leave the battery pack or back-up battery in a hot environment. Doing so may cause battery leakage or a shorter battery life. The battery pack or back-up battery can also become hot and cause skin burns. · Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. If the product does not work properly or requires repair, contact your dealer or your nearest Canon Service Center. 7 Handling Precautions Camera Care ¡ This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. ¡ The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If the camera gets wet, remove the battery and promptly take it to the nearest Canon dealer. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a well-wrung wet cloth. ¡ Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong magnetic fields and radio waves can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data. ¡ Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction. ¡ The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. ¡ Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, mirror, and focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, consult your nearest Canon dealer. ¡ Do not touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera misoperation. ¡ If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room, condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag. ¡ If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid damaging the camera. Remove the lens, memory card, and battery and wait until the condensation evaporates. ¡ If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to check that the camera is still working. ¡ Avoid storing the camera where there are corrosive chemicals such as a darkroom or chemical lab. ¡ If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions before using the camera. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly. 8 LCD Panels and LCD Monitor ¡ Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99. 99% active pixels, there might be a few dead pixels among the remaining 0. 01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc. , are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded. ¡ At low temperatures, the liquid-crystal display response may become slower. And at high temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case, the display will return to normal at room temperature. Memory Cards ¡ Memory cards are precision devices. Do not drop the memory card or subject it to vibration. Physical shock or vibration may destroy the images recorded in the card. ¡ Do not store or use a memory card near anything having a strong magnetic field such as a TV set, speakers, or magnet or in places prone to having static electricity. Such environments may destroy the images recorded on the card. ¡ Do not leave memory cards in direct sunlight or near a heat source. Heat can deform the cards and render them unusable. ¡ Do not spill any liquids on the memory card. ¡ To protect the recorded image data, always store the memory card in a case. ¡ Some non-Canon memory cards may not be able to record and playback images. In such a case, use a memory card made by Canon. ¡ Do not bend the card or subject it to any excessive force or physical shock. ¡ Do not store memory cards in hot, dusty, or humid locations. Lens Electrical Contacts After detaching the lens from the camera, attach the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts. Contacts Cautions for Prolonged Use When the <4> switch is left <1> for a prolonged period, the camera may become hot. Although this is not a malfunction, holding the hot camera for a long period can cause slight skin burns. 9 Nomenclature For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**). Lens mount index (p.23) Self-timer lamp (p.78) Shutter button (p.28) Strap mount (p.42) Mirror (p. 97) Lens lock pin Lens release button (p.23) Lens mount Contacts (p.9) Grip Depth-of-field preview button (p.89) Tripod socket Body number Vertical-grip on/off switch (p.31) I Vertical-grip FE lock/ Multi-spot metering button (p.31, 151/82) Vertical-grip Main Dial (p.31, 29) Vertical-grip shutter button (p.31, 28) Hand strap mount Body cap (p.23) 10 Flash-sync contacts Focal plane mark Q Metering mode selection/Flash exposure compensation button (p.80/81) W Shooting mode selection button (p.84) E AF mode selection button (p.66) R Drive mode selection button (p.77) i ISO speed set button (p.47) Y AEB set button (p.93) Strap mount (p.42) Hot shoe U LCD panel illumination button (p.96) I FE lock/Multi-spot metering button (p.151/82) O Exposure compensation/ Aperture button (p.92/90) 6 Main Dial (p.29) Top LCD panel (p.13) P/a Assist/White balance correction (simultaneous pressing) button (p.70/52) A/y AE lock/ Reduce button (p.95/109) S/u AF point selection/ Magnify button (p.68/109) Eyepiece shutter lever (p.97) 7 Quick Control Dial switch (p.16) 5 Quick Control Dial (p.30) A/y Vertical-grip AE lock/Reduce button (p.31, 95/109) S/u Vertical-grip AF point selection/ Magnify button (p.31, 68/109) P/a Vertical-grip Assist/White balance correction (simultaneous pressing) button (p.31, 70/52) 4 Power switch (p.27) D PC terminal (p.100) F Remote control terminal (N3 type) Battery release button (p.21) Battery release handle (p.21) Battery (p.18) Dioptric adjustment knob (p.37) Viewfinder eyepiece 11 H Protect /Sound recording button (p.112/114) M Menu button (p.33) X Select button (p.33) LCD Monitor (p.32, 36) Eyecup (p.37) SD card slot* (p.24) Memory card slot cover (p.24) q VIDEO OUT terminal (p.111) C DIGITAL terminal Direct printing terminal V Display button (p.60, 105) e/r Memory card selection/Magnify button (p.61, 109) L Erase button (p.115) Rear LCD Panel (p.14) N Image size selection button (p.44) CF card slot (p.24) CF card eject button (p.25) Access lamp (p.25) Memory card slot cover handle (p.24) Recording microphone (p.114) White balance bracketing button (p.53) G Clear button (p.36) B White balance selection button (p.48) Battery compartment cap (p.20) * In this manual, "SD card" refers to the SD memory card. 12 Top LCD Panel Aperture AEB amount AF point selection mode (AF, [ ], HP) Memory card No. (1, 2) Shooting mode d : Program AE a : Manual exposure s : Shutter-priority AE f : Aperture-priority AE Metering mode qEvaluative Metering wPartial Metering rSpot Metering eCenterweighted Averaged Metering Shutter speeds Bulb Bulb exposure time (min.:sec.) AF point selection mode ([ ], SEL) FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY) Error (Err) ISO speed Shots remaining ISO speed Self-timer countdown Bulb exposure time (Hours) Error code Remaining images to record AF mode X: One-Shot AF Z: AI Servo AF Exposure level scale Battery check icon zxbn mPersonal Function icon yFlash exposure compensation hAEB Drive modes u Single shooting i Continuous shooting k Self-timer (10 sec.) l Self-timer (2 sec.) Exposure compensation amount AEB range Flash exposure compensation amount The actual display will show only the applicable items. 13 Rear LCD Panel White balance Q Auto W Daylight E Shade R Cloudy Y Tungsten light U White fluorescent light I Flash O Custom P Color temperature Image size 3 4 5 6 1 123 124 125 126 Large Medium1 Medium2 Small RAW RAW+Large RAW+Medium1 RAW+Medium2 RAW+Small Data transfer icon CF card selection icon SD card selection icon Memory card indicator White balance bracketing level Folder Number Blue/amber White balance correction Green/magenta White balance correction File No. Color temperature Personal white balance The actual display will show only the applicable items. 14 Viewfinder Information Center spot metering circle Laser-matte screen Area AF ellipse AF point Exposure level indicator Max. burst for continuous shooting q Manual exposure w AE lock AEB in progress Multi-spot metering r Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning e High-speed sync (FP flash) Shutter speeds Bulb AF point selection mode ([ ], SEL) FE lock Busy (buSY) Aperture AF point selection mode (AF, [ ], HP) Memory card No. (1, 2) y Exposure compensation Flash exposure compensation uWhite balance correction ISO speed Flash underexposure Underexposure p JPEG icon oFocus confirmation light Shots remaining ISO speed Self-timer countdown Standard exposure index Exposure level scale : 1 stop : 1/3 stop Overexposure Flash overexposure Exposure level Flash exposure level 15 Conventions Used in this Manual ¡In the text, the <4> icon indicates the main switch. All operations described in this manual assume that the <4> switch is set to <1> or . ¡The <6> icon indicates the Main Dial. ¡The <5> icon indicates the Quick Control Dial. ¡The <7> icon indicates the Quick Control Dial switch. Operations with the <5> dial assume that the <7> switch is already set to <1>. Be sure it is set to <1>. ¡In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera's buttons, dials, and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera. ¡For more information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**). ¡The Canon EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens is used as the demonstration lens in this Instruction Manual. ¡The procedures assume that the Menu and Custom Functions are set to the default settings. ¡The 3 icon indicates that the setting can be changed with the menu. ¡(9) or (8) indicates that the relevant function remains active for 6 sec. or 16 sec. respectively after you let go of the button. ¡This manual uses the following alert symbols: : The Caution symbol indicates a warning to prevent shooting problems. : The Note symbol gives supplemental information. 16 Getting Started This chapter explains a few preparatory steps and basic operations with the EOS-1Ds Mark II. 1 17 Recharging the Battery For details on using the battery, refer to the instructions for the Ni-MH Pack NP-E3 or Ni-MH Charger NC-E2. 1 Connect the power cord. s The lamp will light. 2 Detach the protective cover and connect the battery. ¡Attach the cover to the battery compartment cap and store it. ¡Whenever the battery is out of the camera, be sure to attach the protective cover to prevent a short circuit. 18 3 Recharge the battery.battery, the When you connect the s recharging will start automatically and the lamp will light. s When the battery is fully recharged, the lamp will blink quickly (twice per sec.). s It takes about 120 minutes to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery. ¡After recharging the battery, disconnect it and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. 19 Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery 1 Detach the battery compartment cap. ¡Grasp both sides of the cap and pull it off. 2 Insert the battery. while pushing it ¡Insert the battery and in, turn the release handle as shown by the arrow. If the battery's rubber lining (to repel water) is not clean, use a moist cotton swab to wipe it clean. Rubber lining Checking the Battery Level When the <4> switch is set to <1> (p.27), the battery level will be indicated as follows: z : Battery level OK. x : Battery level is low. b : Battery will be exhausted soon. n : Battery must be recharged. 20