Cover(E).h12.09.20 29-01-2003 08:07 Pagina 1 CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan U.S.A. CANON U.S.A., INC. For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-828-4040 or write to: Customer Relations, Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, N.Y. 11042-1198 CANADA CANON CANADA INC. HEADQUARTERS 6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1P7, Canada CANON CANADA INC. MONTREAL BRANCH 5990, Côte-de-Liesse, Montréal Québec H4T 1V7, Canada CANON CANADA INC. CALGARY OFFICE 2828, 16th Street, N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2E 7K7, Canada For all inquiries concerning this camera, call toll free in Canada 1-800-828-4040 EUROPE, AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST CANON EUROPA N.V. Bovenkerkerweg 59-61, P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, The Netherlands CANON PHOTO VIDEO FRANCE S.A. Service Center 102, Avenue du Général de Gaulle 92257 La Garenne-Colombes Cedex, France CANON UK LTD. 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LTD. 1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, N.S.W. 2113, Australia CANON NEW ZEALAND LTD. Fred Thomas Drive, P.O. Box 33-336, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand JAPAN CANON SALES CO., INC. 12-15, Mita, 3-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8011, Japan This Instructions booklet is current as of September 1998. For information on using the camera with system accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. E English Edition CT1-1114-006 1000Ni1.0 © CANON INC. 1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN INSTRUCTIONS E Cover(E).h12.09.20 29-01-2003 08:07 Pagina 2 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 3 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The EOS-3 is the world's first high-performance AF single-lens reflex camera with Eye-Control area AF. The camera's many features can suit diverse picture-taking requirements from fully automatic operations to highly specialized applications. It also retains the simple electronic dial operation found on other top-tier EOS cameras. Before using the camera, read this Instructions booklet and familiarize yourself with the camera. Precautions · Before using the camera for important events such as a weddings, be sure to take test shots to make sure the camera operates properly. · EOS cameras have a lens mount fitted with electrical contacts for dedicated operation (autofocusing, exposure control, etc.) with Canon EF lenses. Using a non-EF lens with an EOS camera may not result in proper camera or lens operation. Also, the warranty does not cover any malfunction or damage occurring with the use of non-Canon lenses. Symbols used in this Instructions booklet: : Warning for preventing camera malfunction. : Supplementary notes for basic camera operation. : Helpful tip for operating your camera and taking pictures. · Page numbers in parentheses indicate where you can find more information. · Also read "Handling Precautions" on page 6 to prevent faulty pictures and camera mishaps. · Retain this Instructions manual for future reference. 3 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 4 Contents Handling Precautions ...........................6 Nomenclature .......................................9 1. Basic Operation ...........................16 2. Installing the Battery and Checking the Battery Level ..........21 3. Mounting and Detaching a Lens ..23 Program AE........................................30 Shifting the Program ..........................31 1. AF Mode Selection ......................34 AF Modes ....................................35 2. Area AF Ellipse and Focusing Points ...........................37 3. Focusing Point Selection .............38 Automatic Selection .................38 1. Selecting a Metering Mode ..........54 2. Metering Modes ...........................55 Evaluative Metering ( ) .............55 1. Shutter Speed-Priority AE (Tv): You Set the Shutter Speed ..........62 2. Aperture-Priority AE (Av): You Set the Aperture ...................65 3. Depth-of-field AE (DEP): You Set the Depth of Field...........68 Depth-of-field AE with a ManuallySelected Focusing Point ..............68 Depth-of-field AE with Eye-Selected Focusing Points ...........................70 1. Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX ..........................................92 1. Setting and Canceling Custom Functions ...................................104 1. Troubleshooting Guide ..............128 2. Exposure Warning List...............130 3. Program Line .............................131 Conventions Used in this Instructions Booklet .........................................13 4. Loading Film ................................24 Setting the Film Speed ................26 Attaching the Strap.............................14 5. Unloading Film .............................28 Midroll Rewind ( )...................28 Before You Start Quick Start With Program AE Dioptric Adjustment Lenses ...............32 Autofocus (AF) Manual Selection .....................38 Eye-Control Selection ..............38 About Eye-Control AF ..................41 Eye-Control Calibration................42 4. Eye-Control One-Shot AF Mode ..47 5. Eye-Control AI-Servo AF Mode ...48 Partial Metering ( )....................55 Spot Metering ( ).......................55 Centerweighted Metering ( ).....56 4. Manual Exposure (M): You Set the Shutter Speed and Aperture ........73 5. Setting Exposure Compensation...75 6. Autoexposure Bracketing (AEB) ...........................................77 Canceling AEB.............................78 7. AE Lock .......................................79 8. Setting the Film Speed Manually...81 9. Multiple Exposures ( )...............82 2. Using Other EOS-Dedicated Speedlites ..................................100 2. Custom Function Settings..........106 4. Shutter Speed and Aperture Readouts ...................................132 5. Interchanging the Focusing Screen ........................133 6. Focusing an Off-Center Subject ..49 AF Sensitivity and the Lens' Maximum Aperture...................50 7. When Autofocus Fails ..................51 8. Manual Focusing .........................52 Focusing Point-Linked Spot Metering ..............................56 Multi-Spot Metering......................57 10. buLb Exposures ...........................84 11. Switching the Film Advance Mode .....................85 12. Self-timer Operation.....................87 Attaching the Eyepiece Cover .....88 13. Mirror Lockup ...............................89 14. Depth-of-field Preview .................90 15. LCD Panel Illumination ................90 Metering Modes Shooting Modes Flash Photography Custom Functions Reference Section 4 3. Using Non-Canon Flash Units ...101 3. Index of Custom Functions ........124 6. Major Accessories .....................135 Major Specifications .........................140 Custom Function Symbols ...............145 5 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 5 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 6 Handling Precautions Camera Care and Storage ( 1 ) The camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. ( 2 ) This camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If the camera gets really wet, promptly consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a well-wrung damp cloth. ( 3 ) Do not leave the camera in places prone to excessive heat such as in a car on a sunny day. Excessive heat can cause the camera to malfunction. ( 4 ) The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to disassemble the camera. ( 5 ) Use only a blower brush to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder eyepiece, focusing screen, film compartment, and mirror. Do not use an organic solvent-containing cleaner to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, consult your nearest Canon Service Center. ( 6 ) The shutter curtains are extremely thin. Use only a blower to clean. Be careful not to blow air too forcefully on the shutter curtains. The shutter curtains can be easily deformed or damaged. Also, when loading and unloading film, be careful not to touch the shutter curtains. ( 7 ) Do not touch the electrical contacts with your fingers. Otherwise corrosion may develop on the contacts, resulting in improper camera operation. ( 8 ) If the camera is not to be used for an extended period, remove the battery. Store the camera in a well-ventilated, cool, dry place. During the storage period, release the shutter a few times once in a while. ( 9 ) Avoid storing the camera in a laboratory, cabinet, etc., where corrosive chemicals are present. (10) If the camera has not been used for an extended period or if the camera is to be used for an important event, check the operation of all the camera controls or take it to your nearest Canon Service Center. 6 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 7 Handling Precautions (11) After detaching the lens from the camera, put on the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts. (12) Even when the Main switch is set to < >, a small amount of power is still supplied to the camera's LCD panel. However, this does not affect the number of film rolls which can be taken with the battery. LCD Panel In time, the camera's LCD (liquid-crystal display) panel indications may become light and difficult to read. If this happens, have it replaced (at cost) by a Canon Service Center. At low temperatures, the display response of the LCD panel may become slower. And at 60°C or higher temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case, the display will return to normal at room temperature. Blinking " " on the LCD panel If the battery power falls to a very low level or a camera misoperation or malfunction occurs, " " will blink on the LCD panel. In such a case, follow the procedure below: ( 1 ) Press the battery check button to check the battery power. If the battery power is low, replace the battery. ( 2 ) If the battery power is normal, remove the battery and reload it. ( 3 ) Release the shutter once. If the " " then turns off, the camera is back to normal. However, if this procedure is repeated and " " still continues to blink, the camera has a malfunction. Take it to your nearest Canon Service Center. 7 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 8 Handling Precautions About the Battery The camera operates only after the battery is properly installed (see page 21). Check the battery power in the following cases: (1) After replacing the battery. (2) After not using the camera for an extended period. (3) The shutter does not work. (4) The camera is being used in a low-temperature environment. (5) Before using the camera for an important event. · Before installing the battery, wipe the battery contacts to remove any fingerprints and smudges. This is to prevent faulty connections and corrosion. · Never disassemble or recharge the battery. Also, never store a battery in high-temperature places or short circuit the battery contacts or toss a battery into a fire. · Although lithium batteries work well even in low temperatures, battery performance may suffer slightly in freezing temperatures. In such a case, keep a spare battery warm in a pocket, etc., and use and warm the batteries alternately. Low Battery Power Even when is not displayed or when it blinks on the LCD panel, a correctly-exposed picture can still be taken as long as the shutter can be released. However, when the battery power runs out, there may not be enough power to advance and rewind the film automatically. " " will then blink on the LCD panel. After the battery is replaced with a new one, film advance will resume automatically or film rewind will continue when the midroll film < > is pressed. 8 01. C836-E (2~).h9.10.23 28-01-2003 10:46 Pagina 9 Nomenclature · · Reference page numbers are indicated in parentheses. 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