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  • Page 1 ENGLISH INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Introduction Equipment Check List

    EOS-1D Mark II Software Instruction Manual ¢ Explains the procedure for transferring images to a personal computer and for RAW image processing. Warranty card ¢ * Be careful not to misplace any of the above items. * Using Canon memory cards is recommended.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Equipment Check List ................3 Handling Precautions ................8 Nomenclature ..................10 Conventions Used in this Manual ............16 Getting Started ................. 17 Recharging the Battery ..............18 Installing and Removing the Battery ..........20 Using a Household Power Outlet ............22 Mounting and Detaching a Lens ............
  • Page 5 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 Self-timer Operation ................78 Exposure Control ..............79 Selecting a Metering Mode ..............80 Program AE ..................84 Shutter-Priority AE ................86 Aperture-Priority AE ................88...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 • 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.

  • Page 8: Handling Precautions

    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.

  • Page 9: Memory Cards

    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. ¡...

  • Page 10: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (p.**). Lens mount index (p.23) Mirror (p. 97) Self-timer lamp Lens lock pin (p.78) Shutter button (p.28) Lens release button (p.23) Strap eyelet (p.42) Lens mount Contacts (p.9) Grip Depth-of-field preview button (p.89)

  • Page 11: Metering Mode

    Flash-sync contacts Hot shoe U LCD panel illumination Image plane mark button (p.96) Q Metering mode I Vertical-grip FE lock/ selection/Flash exposure Multi-spot metering button compensation button (p.80/81) (p.151/82) W Shooting O Exposure compensation/ mode selection button Aperture button (p.92/90) (p.84) E AF mode 6 Main Dial...
  • Page 12 H Protect /Sound LCD Monitor (p.32, 36) recording button (p.112/114) Eyecup (p.37) M Menu button (p.33) SD card slot* (p.24) Select button Memory card (p.33) slot cover (p.24) Digital OUT terminal CF card (p.111) slot (p.24) DIGITAL terminal Direct printing terminal CF card eject button (p.25) Access lamp (p.25)

  • Page 13: Top Lcd Panel

    Top LCD Panel Aperture Shutter speeds AEB amount Bulb AF point selection mode (AF, [ ], HP) Bulb exposure time (min.:sec.) Memory card No. (1, 2) ], SEL) AF point selection mode ([ FE lock (FEL) Busy (buSY, PC) Error (Err) Shooting mode d : Program AE a : Manual exposure...
  • Page 14 Rear LCD Panel Image size White balance Q Auto Large W Daylight Medium1 E Shade Medium2 R Cloudy Small Y Tungsten light White fluorescent light RAW+Large Flash 124 RAW+Medium1 O Custom 125 RAW+Medium2 P Color temperature RAW+Small Data transfer icon CF card Blue/amber selection icon...
  • Page 15 Viewfinder Information Spot metering circle Area AF ellipse Laser-matte screen AF point Exposure level indicator Max. burst for continuous shooting JPEG icon q Manual exposure oFocus confirmation light w AE lock AEB in progress Shots remaining ISO speed Multi-spot metering Self-timer countdown r Flash-ready Improper FE lock warning...

  • Page 16: Conventions Used In This Manual

    ¡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.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains a few preparatory steps and basic operations with the EOS-1D Mark II...

  • Page 18: Recharging The Battery

    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. Connect the power cord. The <POWER> lamp will light. Detach the protective cover and connect the battery. ¡Attach the cover to the battery compartment cap and store it.
  • Page 19 Recharge the battery. When you connect the battery, the recharging will start automatically and the <CHARGE> lamp will light. When the battery is fully recharged, the lamp will blink quickly (twice per sec.). It takes about 120 minutes to fully recharge a completely exhausted battery.

  • Page 20: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Installing the Battery Detach the battery compartment cap. ¡Grasp both sides of the cap and pull it off. Insert the battery. ¡Insert the battery and while pushing it in, turn the release handle as shown by the arrow.

  • Page 21: Battery Life

    Shots remaining At 20˚C / 68˚F Approx. 1200 At 0˚C / 32˚F Approx. 800 The figures above are based on Canon’s testing standards. ¡ The actual number of shots may be fewer than indicated above depending on the shooting conditions. ¡...

  • Page 22: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Using a Household Power Outlet With DC Coupler Kit DCK-E1, you can connect the camera to a household power outlet and not worry about the battery level. Insert the DC Coupler. ¡Insert the coupler and while pushing it in, turn the release handle as shown by the arrow.

  • Page 23: Mounting And Detaching A Lens

    Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens Remove the caps. ¡Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow. Attach 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.

  • Page 24: Installing And Removing The Memory Card

    Installing and Removing the Memory Card The camera can use both a CF card and SD card. There must be at least one card installed to enable shooting. If both cards are installed, you can select which card to record the images.

  • Page 25: Removing The Card

    Turn the < > switch to < >. The number of possible shots will be displayed on the top LCD panel and in the viewfinder. The folder No. and file No. will be displayed on the rear LCD panel. The icon for the memory card in use will also be displayed.
  • Page 26 The access lamp lights or blinks while the picture is taken, when ¡ data is being transferred to the memory card and when data is being recorded, read, or erased on the memory card. Never do the following while the access lamp is lit or blinking. Such actions may destroy the image data.

  • Page 27: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Power Switch The camera can operate only after the < > switch is turned on. < > : The camera is turned off and does not operate. < > : To turn on the camera, set to this position. <...

  • Page 28: Shutter Button

    Shutter Button The shutter button has two stages. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Pressing halfway This activates autofocusing (AF) and automatic exposure (AE) that sets the shutter speed and aperture. The exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) is displayed on the top LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
  • Page 29 Using the < > Dial The < > dial is mainly used for shooting-related settings. There are three ways to use this dial: (1) While pressing a button, turn the < > dial until the desired setting appears on the top LCD panel.
  • Page 30 Using the < > Dial The < > dial is used for AF point selection and selecting the desired setting on the LCD monitor. This < > dial works only when the < > switch is set to < >. There are three ways to use this <...

  • Page 31: Vertical Shooting

    Vertical Shooting For vertical shooting, the vertical grip (camera bottom) has a shutter button, Main Dial, AF point selection button, AE lock button, Assist button, and FE lock/multi-spot metering button. ¡Before using the vertical grip controls, turn on the vertical grip operation on/ off switch.

  • Page 32: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set processing parameters, the date/time, Custom Functions, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the < > button, < > button, and < > dial on the camera back to proceed to the next step. <M>...
  • Page 33 Menu Setting Procedure Display the menu. ¡Press the < > button to display the menu. To turn off the menu, press the button again. ¡With the menu displayed, follow the procedure below. Select a menu tab zxcbn ¡Hold down the < >...

  • Page 34: Menu Settings

    Exit the menu. ¡Press the < > button to exit. Menu Settings < > Shooting menu Manual setting of 2 sec. Custom WB white balance 4 sec. Review time Compression rate for 8 sec. JPEG Quality 3, 4, 5, 6. Hold Standard Noise reduction...
  • Page 35 < > Set-up 1 menu < > Set-up 2 menu 1 min. 5 levels 2 min. Brightness 4 min. Date/Time Date/time setting Auto power off 8 min. Language 12 languages 15 min. NTSC Video system 30 min. Select when Firmware Auto Reset updating firmware File numbering...

  • Page 36: Restoring The Default Settings

    About the LCD Monitor ¡When using the LCD monitor, you can use the < > dial even while the < > switch is < >. ¡The LCD monitor cannot be used as a viewfinder to shoot. ¡To adjust the LCD monitor’s brightness, select the < >...

  • Page 37: Dioptric Adjustment

    Dioptric Adjustment Remove the eyecup. ¡While grasping both sides of the eyecup, slide it upward to remove. Turn the dioptric adjustment knob. ¡Turn the knob to the right or left until the AF point or the center spot metering circle looks sharp in the viewfinder. Reattach the eyecup.

  • Page 38: Setting The Date And Time

    3Setting the Date and Time Select [Date/Time]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [Date/ Time]. Then let go of the < > button. Set the date and time. ¡The selection shifts each time you press the <...

  • Page 39: Replacing The Date/Time Battery

    Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time (back-up) battery’s service life is about 10 years. If the date/time is reset, replace the back-up battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery as described below. Set the < > switch to < > and remove the battery pack.

  • Page 40: Cleaning The Cmos Sensor

    To avoid this, follow the procedure below to clean the CMOS sensor. Note that the CMOS sensor is very delicate. If possible, you should have it cleaned by a Canon Service Center. When you want to clean the CMOS sensor, use the DC Coupler Kit to power the camera with a household power outlet.
  • Page 41 Press the shutter button completely. The mirror will lock up and the shutter will open. Cleaning the CMOS Sensor ¡Use a rubber blower to carefully blow away any dust on the surface of the CMOS sensor. Exit the sensor cleaning. ¡Turn the <...

  • Page 42: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet and the strap’s clasp on the under side. After attaching the strap, pull it to make sure it does not loosen at the buckle.

  • Page 43: Image Settings

    Image Settings This chapter explains the settings for shooting digital images: Image-recording quality, ISO speed, white balance, color matrix, and processing parameters.

  • Page 44: Setting The Image-Recording Quality

    3Setting the Image-recording Quality You can select the image size (recorded pixels) and JPEG quality (compression rate). The simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG images can be selected when you select the image size. Select the image size Except for < >, high-quality JPEGs will be recorded.
  • Page 45 – ¡The number of possible shots applies to a 250MB memory card. ¡The file size and number of possible shots are based on Canon’s testing criteria (JPEG quality: 8, processing parameters: Normal, ISO 100, etc. ). The actual file size and number of possible shots will depend on the subject, JPEG quality, shooting mode, ISO speed, processing parameters, etc.
  • Page 46 Setting the JPEG Quality (Compression rate) You can set the recording quality for the modes. Select [JPEG quality]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select the desired [JPEG quality]. Then let go of the <...

  • Page 47: Setting The Iso Speed

    Setting the ISO Speed The ISO speed is a numeric indication of the sensitivity to light. A higher ISO speed number indicates a higher sensitivity to light. Therefore, a high ISO speed is suited for low light and moving subjects. However, the image may look more coarse with noise, etc.

  • Page 48: Selecting The White Balance

    3Selecting the White Balance Normally, the < > setting will set the optimum white balance automatically. If natural-looking colors cannot be obtained with < >, you can set the white balance manually to suit the respective light source. Select the white balance setting. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 49: Custom White Balance

    3Custom White Balance With custom white balance, you shoot a white object that will serve as the basis for the white balance setting. By selecting this image, you import its white balance data for the white balance setting. Photograph a white object. ¡Make sure the plain, white subject fills the entire center spot metering circle.
  • Page 50 Import the white balance data. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [OK]. Then let go of the < > button. The image’s white balance data will be imported. Select < >. ¡Hold down the < >...

  • Page 51: Setting The Color Temperature

    Setting the Color Temperature You can numerically set the white balance’s color temperature. Select < > for the white balance. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select < >. Set the color temperature. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 52: White Balance Correction

    White Balance Correction You can correct the standard color temperature for the white balance setting. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a color temperature conversion or color compensating filter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. Users familiar with using color temperature conversion or color compensating filters will find this feature handy.

  • Page 53: White Balance Auto Bracketing

    White Balance Auto Bracketing With just one shot, three images having a different color tone can be recorded simultaneously. Based on the white balance mode’s standard color temperature, the image will be bracketed with a blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias. This is called white balance bracketing. It can be set up to ±3 levels in single-level increments.

  • Page 54: Take The Picture

    Take the picture. Three bracketed images will be recorded in the memory card in the following sequence: standard color temperature, decreased color temperature, and increased color temperature. ¡To cancel white balance bracketing, return the setting to < >. ¡ One level of the blue/amber correction is equivalent to 5 mireds of a color temperature conversion filter.

  • Page 55: Selecting The Color Matrix

    3Selecting the Color Matrix The color matrix enables you to select the preferred color shade, color tone, and color space (range of reproducible colors). These are equivalent to color film characteristics. Select [Color matrix]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < >...

  • Page 56: Creating Custom Color Matrix Settings

    Creating Custom Color Matrix Settings You can customize the following color matrix settings: ([Color space], [Saturation] and [Color tone]) Select [Color matrix]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [Color matrix].
  • Page 57 Set the desired setting. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select the desired setting. Then let go of the button. ¡Press the < > button to return to step 2. Select the CM Set No. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 58: Setting The Processing Parameters

    3Setting the Processing Parameters The image you capture can be processed automatically by the camera according to one of three sets of processing parameters ([Tone Curve], [Sharpness], and [Contrast]) you set. To register the tone curve, use the provided software. Parameter Effect Tone Curve...
  • Page 59 Select the item to be set. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select the parameter. Then let go of the button. Select the desired setting. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < >...

  • Page 60: Setting The Folder And Memory Card

    Setting the Folder and Memory Card You can create and select folders. When using both a CF card and SD card in the camera, you can select which memory card to use. Or you can have the same images recorded onto both cards for backup purposes.

  • Page 61: Selecting A Folder

    A folder cannot be created beyond folder No. 999. Creating Folders with a Personal Computer With the memory card open on the screen, create a new folder named “Dcim.” Open the Dcim folder and create as many folders as necessary to save and organize your images.

  • Page 62: Using Both Memory Cards For Image Recording (Backup)

    Using Both Memory Cards for Image Recording (Backup) The image is recorded with the same file No., pixel count, and recording quality in the same-numbered folder in both the CF card and SD card. Select [BackUp]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 63: File Numbering Methods

    3File Numbering Methods The file number is like the frame number on film. There are two file numbering methods: [A-Reset] and [Continuous]. The captured pictures are automatically assigned a file number from 0001 to 9999. The images are saved in the selected folder. Select [File numbering].

  • Page 64: Continuous Numbering

    Continuous Numbering The file numbering continues in sequence even after you replace the memory card. This prevents images from having the same file number, so image management with a personal computer is easier. File numbering after replacing File numbering after the memory card changing the folder Memory card 1...

  • Page 65: Autofocus And Drive Modes

    Autofocus and Drive Modes The Area AF ellipse has 45 AF points. By selecting a suitable AF point, you can shoot with autofocus while maintaining the desired subject framing. You can also set the AF mode to suit the subject or obtain the desired effect.

  • Page 66: Selecting The Af Mode

    Selecting the AF Mode Set the lens focus mode switch to < >. Set the AF mode. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select the desired AF mode on the top LCD panel. Then let go of the button.
  • Page 67 Focusing an Off-Center Subject To focus a peripheral subject not covered by the Area AF ellipse, follow the procedure below. This technique is called focus lock. Focus lock works only in the One-Shot AF mode. Aim the Area AF or AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway to focus.

  • Page 68: Selecting The Af Point

    Selecting the AF Point Automatic selection From among the 45 AF points, the camera selects the AF point automatically to suit the subject. Manual AF Point Selection (One of three groups of selectable AF points can be used) 1. You can select one of the 45 AF points manually. 2.
  • Page 69 ¡ To select a vertical AF point, you can also press the < > button, then hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial. ¡ If two AF points ( ) light up, both AF points will be used for autofocusing. If you then select the left or right AF point, only that AF point will be active.

  • Page 70: Registering And Switching The Af Point

    Registering and Switching the AF Point By registering the AF point you often use, you can switch to it instantly. Any of the 45 AF points can be registered. Only one AF point can be registered. Registering an AF Point Select the AF point to be registered.

  • Page 71: Switching To The Registered Af Point

    Switching to the Registered AF Point Normally, you press the < > button and < > button simultaneously to switch to the registered AF point. However, with C.Fn-18-1/2 (p.153), you can just press the < > button to switch to the registered AF point. Set Custom Functions with <...

  • Page 72: Af Point Activation Area

    AF Point Activation Area C.Fn-17 C.Fn-17 can be set to expand the AF point’s activation area to include the surrounding AF points. (C.Fn-17) (p.152) Set Custom Functions with < >. C.Fn-17-1 • Expanding the activation area to 7 points (p.152) This larger activation area makes it easier to focus subjects moving erratically.

  • Page 73: Af Sensitivity And Lens' Maximum Aperture

    AF Sensitivity and Lens’ Maximum Aperture The EOS-1D Mark II’s AF points are all horizontal-line sensitive. However, bright lenses with a large maximum aperture enable certain AF points to work as cross-type sensors for higher AF precision. (1) With lenses whose maximum aperture is f/2.8 or larger, the AF points highlighted in the diagram will work as cross-type sensors sensitive to both vertical...
  • Page 74 (3) With the following L-series lenses whose maximum aperture is f/8 or brighter and attached with an Extender, AF will work with the center AF point (horizontal-line sensitive) only. AF will not work with the other AF points. ¡ With Extender EF 1.4x or EF 1.4x II: ·...

  • Page 75: When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)

    When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus confirmation light < > blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: Subjects difficult to focus (a) Low-contrast subjects Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc. (b) Subjects in low light. (c) Extremely backlit and reflective subjects Example: Car with a reflective body, etc.

  • Page 76: Manual Focusing

    Manual Focusing Set the lens focus mode switch to < > and turn the lens focusing ring to focus. ¡ If you select an AF point and press the shutter button halfway while manual focusing, the AF point will flash and the focus confirmation light will light when focus is achieved.

  • Page 77: Selecting The Drive Mode

    Selecting the Drive Mode Select the drive mode. ¡Hold down the < > and < > buttons and turn the < > dial to select the drive mode. Then let go of the buttons. Single shooting Low-speed continuous: Max. 3 shots per sec.

  • Page 78: Self-Timer Operation

    Self-timer Operation Select the self-timer mode. ¡Hold down the < > and < > buttons and turn the < > dial to select the desired self-timer mode. Then let go of the buttons. : 10-sec. self-timer : 2-sec. self-timer Focus the subject. ¡Look in the viewfinder and press the shutter button halfway to check that the focus confirmation light is on and...

  • Page 79: Exposure Control

    Exposure Control You can set the optimum metering mode, drive mode, and shooting mode ( ) to suit the particular subject. Other easy-to-use features are also provided for diverse shooting. First set the < > switch to < >. If necessary, also set the <...

  • Page 80: Selecting A Metering Mode

    qSelecting a Metering Mode Select the metering mode. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select the desired metering mode. Then let go of the button. Evaluative Metering This is the camera’s standard metering mode suited for most subjects even under backlit conditions.
  • Page 81 Centerweighted Averaged Metering The metering is weighted at the center and then averaged for the entire scene. AF Point-Linked Spot Metering To make AF point selection faster, the selectable AF points can be limited to 11 (C.Fn-13-1) or 9 (C.Fn-13-3). The AF point manually selected among the 11 or 9 will be linked to spot metering (3.8% of viewfinder).

  • Page 82: Multi-Spot Metering

    Multi-Spot Metering With multiple spot meter readings, you can see the relative exposure levels of multiple areas in the picture and set the exposure to obtain the desired result. Set the metering mode to spot metering. (p.80) Press the < >...
  • Page 83 ¡ You can take up to eight spot meter readings for one picture. If you press the < > button to try and take a ninth spot meter reading, no spot meter reading will register. ¡ The exposure setting obtained with multi-spot meter readings will be canceled in the following cases: (1) After taking the last spot meter reading, 16 seconds elapse.

  • Page 84: Program Ae

    dProgram AE Select < > on the LCD panel. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select < >. Then let go of the button. Focus the subject. ¡Look through the viewfinder and aim the Area AF ellipse over the subject.
  • Page 85 ¡ If “ ” and the maximum aperture blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO speed. Or use flash. 8000 ¡ If “ ” and the minimum aperture blink, it indicates overexposure. Decrease the ISO speed. Or attach a neutral density filter to the lens. ¡...

  • Page 86: Shutter-Priority Ae

    sShutter-Priority AE In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture value to suit the brightness of the subject. This is called Shutter-Priority AE. 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.
  • Page 87 ¡ If the maximum aperture blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the < > dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture value stops blinking. Or increase the ISO speed. ¡ If the minimum aperture blinks, it indicates overexposure. Turn the < >...

  • Page 88: Aperture-Priority Ae

    fAperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE. A larger aperture (lower f/number) will result in a blurred background ideal for portraits. The lower the f/number, the more blurred the background will become.

  • Page 89: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    Check the viewfinder display and shoot. ¡As long as the shutter speed is not blinking, the exposure will be correct. 30" ¡ If the “ ” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the < > dial to set a larger aperture (smaller f/number) until the shutter speed stops blinking.

  • Page 90: Manual Exposure

    aManual 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 or use a handheld exposure meter. This method is called manual exposure. stands for Manual.
  • Page 91 Set the exposure. Exposure level indicator ¡Check the exposure level and set the desired shutter speed and aperture value. Take the picture. If the top or bottom of the exposure level blinks, it indicates that the exposure exceeds ±3 stops.

  • Page 92: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Setting Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. You can make the image look lighter (increased exposure) or darker (decreased exposure). The exposure compensation amount can be set up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. First set the <...

  • Page 93: Auto Exposure Bracketing

    hAuto Exposure Bracketing The camera brackets the exposure automatically up to ±3 stops in 1/3- stop increments for three successive shots. This is called Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB). AEB is possible by automatically changing the shutter speed or aperture or by changing the ISO speed and keeping the shutter speed and aperture fixed.

  • Page 94: Aeb With The Iso Speed

    AEB with the ISO Speed Set the ISO speed that is to be the standard AEB exposure. For example, if you want AEB with ±1 stop and ISO 200, 400, and 800, set the ISO speed to 400. Set the AEB amount. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 95: Ae Lock

    AE 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. Focus the subject.

  • Page 96: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the shutter button fully. This method is called bulb exposure. Use bulb exposures for night scenes, fireworks, etc., and other subjects requiring long exposures. Display “ ”...

  • Page 97: Mirror Lockup

    Mirror Lockup Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12. (p.151) This prevents mirror vibrations which may blur the image during close-ups or when a super telephoto lens is used. Set Custom Functions with < >. Press the shutter button completely. The mirror will lock in the up position. Again press the shutter button completely.

  • Page 98: Flash Photography

    Flash Photography With EX-series Speedlites An EOS-dedicated, EX-series Speedlite makes flash photography as easy as any AE mode. For details on using the EX-series Speedlite, refer to the Speedlite’s instruction manual. The EOS-1D Mark II is a Type-A camera compatible with all EX-series Speedlites providing the features below.
  • Page 99 Metered Manual Flash Exposure For closeup flash photography, you can set the flash exposure manually. With an EX-series Speedlite having a manual flash mode, follow the procedure below: Set the camera and Speedlite settings. ¡ Set the camera’s shooting mode to < >...
  • Page 100 Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The EOS-1D Mark II can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/250 sec. or slower shutter speeds. With large studio flash, the sync speed is 1/125 sec. or slower. Be sure to test the flash to see if it synchronizes properly with the camera.

  • Page 101: Image Playback

    Image Playback You can view or erase the images you captured with the camera. You can even add a sound recording to an image. For images taken with another camera: The camera might not be able to properly display images in the following cases: Images captured with a different camera, images edited with a personal computer, and images whose file names were changed.

  • Page 102: Reviewing Images

    3Reviewing Images You can see the image on the LCD monitor immediately after you take the picture. You can set one of three image review options: [On] to display the image, [On (INFO.)] to display both the image and shooting information, and [Off] to not display the image.

  • Page 103: Image Review Time

    Image Review Time You can change the number of seconds the image is displayed on the LCD monitor after being captured. Select [Review time]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [Review time].

  • Page 104: Auto Image Rotation

    3Auto Image Rotation Vertical shots can be rotated automatically so that they are displayed upright during playback. Auto rotate will work only with vertical images captured while [Auto rotate] was [On]. Auto rotate will not work with vertical images captured while [Auto rotate] was [Off]. Select [Auto rotate].

  • Page 105: Image Playback

    Image Playback You can select any image to view. You can view a single image, the shooting information, an index display, or a magnified view. Playback the image. ¡Press the < > button. The last captured image will appear on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 106: Changing The Image Display Format

    Changing the Image Display Format Playback the image. Change the image display format. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial. The image display format on the LCD monitor will change. ¡When the desired image display format appears, let go of the button.

  • Page 107: Shooting Information Display

    Shooting Information Display Exposure compensation Image protection amount Sound recording Aperture Image-recording quality Shutter speed Memory card selection AF point Flash exposure Histogram compensation amount Image verification Metering mode data appended Shooting mode Folder number White balance File No. ISO speed Date and time Color temperature White balance bracketing...
  • Page 108 3Histogram > menu, you can set [Histogram display] to [Bright.] or With the < [RGB]. [Bright.] Display This histogram is a graph showing the Sample distribution of the image’s brightness level. The horizontal axis indicates the brightness level (darker on the left and brighter on the right), while the vertical axis indicates how many pixels Dark image exist for each brightness level.

  • Page 109: Magnified View

    Magnified View You can magnify the image by 1.5x to 10x on the LCD monitor. Select the image to be magnified. Magnify the image. ¡Hold down the < > button and press the < > button to magnify the image or press the <...

  • Page 110: Rotating An Image

    3Rotating an Image You can rotate an image by 90˚ or 270˚ clockwise. Images will then be displayed in the correct orientation during playback. Select [Rotate]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < >...

  • Page 111: Viewing The Images On Tv

    Viewing the Images on TV > menu’s [Video system] to [NTSC] or [PAL] to match your Set the < TV system. Always turn off the camera and the television before connecting or disconnecting them. Connect the camera to the TV. ¡Open the camera’s terminal cover.

  • Page 112: Image Protection

    Image Protection Protecting a Single Image This prevents the image from being erased accidentally. Display the image to be protected. Protect the image. ¡Press the < > button. The < > icon will then appear to indicate that the image is protected. ¡To cancel the image protection, press the <...

  • Page 113: Protecting All Images In A Folder Or Card

    3Protecting All Images in a Folder or Card You can protect all the images in the selected folder (p.61) or memory card all at once. Or you can cancel the image protection all at once. Select [Protect images]. ¡Select the < >...

  • Page 114: Sound Recording For An Image

    KSound Recording for an Image You can record and add sound to any image. The sound data is recorded in the image file and can be played with the software provided. Display the image to have sound. Record the sound. ¡Press the <...

  • Page 115: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can erase a single image with the < > button, erase all images in a folder, or use menu commands to erase all images in a memory card. Only protected images will not be erased. Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it.
  • Page 116 LErasing All Images in a Folder Select the folder containing the images to be erased. (p.61) Set the playback mode. ¡Press the < > button. ¡If the folder selection screen is displayed, hold down the < > button and turn the < >...
  • Page 117 3Erasing All Images in the Memory Card Select [Erase all on card]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and > dial to select [Erase all turn the < on card]. Then let go of the button. The confirmation dialog will appear.

  • Page 118: Formatting A Memory Card

    ¡ A non-Canon memory card or a card formatted with another camera or personal computer might not work properly with the camera. If this happens, format the card with the camera first. Then it might work with the camera.
  • Page 119 Handling “Card Err” If “Card Err” is displayed on the LCD panel, it indicates a problem with the memory card that is preventing the image data from being recorded or read. Use another memory card instead. Or, if you have a memory card reader (commercially available) that can read the card, use it to transfer the images to a personal computer.

  • Page 121: Camera Direct Printing

    Camera Direct Printing This section explains how to print your digital camera photos with a printer capable of direct printing via < > PictBridge CP Direct or Canon’s own < > or < > Bubble Jet Direct standard. Non-Canon Canon BJ printer...

  • Page 122: Preparing To Print

    Preparing to Print You do the direct printing procedure entirely through your camera’s LCD monitor. The operation method is the same as selecting and setting menu settings. For details, see “Menu Operations” (p.32). Turn the Power switch to < >. Set up the printer.
  • Page 123 Printers and Cables Printer Compatibility Suitable Cable PictBridge only PictBridge and CP Direct Cable provided with camera Both plugs have the < > icon. PictBridge and Bubble Jet Direct CP Direct only Cable provided with printer Only one plug has the < >...
  • Page 124 ¡ If you use a battery to power the camera, make sure it is fully charged. During direct printing, keep checking the battery level. ¡ If there is a long beeping sound in step 5, it indicates a problem with the PictBridge printer.
  • Page 125 wPrinting with PictBridge Depending on your printer, certain settings might be different or might not be available. For details, refer to your printer’s instruction manual. Select the image to be printed. Connected printer icon ¡Check that the < > icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor.
  • Page 126 YSetting the Paper Type ¡Select the type of paper to be loaded in the printer. About the Paper Type If you are using a Canon printer with Canon paper, set the respective paper type as follows: Photo Photo Paper Plus Glossy...
  • Page 127 If your printer cannot print borderless prints, the print will have borders. 8-UP Eight copies of the same image will be printed on a single sheet. Default With a Canon printer, the print will be borderless. Set the other options. ¡If desired, also set the < > date imprinting, <...

  • Page 128: Error Messages

    ¡ Depending on the image’s size and recording quality, it may take some time for the printing to start after you select [Print]. ¡ The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printer’s own default settings as set by the printer’s manufacturer. See the printer’s instruction manual to find out what the default settings are.
  • Page 129 Printing with CP Direct Select the image to be printed. Connected printer icon ¡Check that the < > icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor. Press the < > button. The print setting screen will appear. Print setting screen Trimming frame: Appears when you want to trim the image.
  • Page 130 Set the options. ¡Set the [Image], [Borders], and [Date] as desired. [Image] [Borders] [Date] ¡[Image] is selectable when card-size paper is used. If you set [Multiple], 8 small images of the same picture will be printed on the paper. ¡Check the [Borders] and [Date] settings and set them if necessary.
  • Page 131 Print the image. ¡Select [Print]. The printing will start. ¡When the printing ends, the screen will return to step 1. ¡To cancel the printing, press the < > button while [Stop] is displayed, then select [OK]. ¡ The date may look light if it is imprinted on a bright background or border. ¡...
  • Page 132 SPrinting with Bubble Jet Direct Select the image to be printed. Connected printer icon ¡Check that the < > icon is displayed on the upper left of the LCD monitor. Press the < > button. The print setting screen will appear. Print setting screen Trimming frame: Appears when you want to trim the image.
  • Page 133 Set the options. [Paper] [Borders] [Date] ¡[Paper] is for setting the size of the paper loaded in the printer. ¡Check the [Borders] and [Date] settings and set them if necessary. ¡When you are done, press the < > to return to the print setting screen.
  • Page 134 If you set [Bordered], certain printers may print the date on the border. ¡ If [Date] is set to [On], the recorded date will be imprinted on the lower right of the print. ¡ If you select [Stop] during the printing, the picture being printed will stop printing and the paper will be discharged.

  • Page 135: Setting The Trimming

    Setting the Trimming You can trim the image and print only the trimmed portion. Do the trimming before printing. If you set the trimming and then set the print settings, you may have to set the trimming again. Select [Trimming]. The trimming screen will appear.
  • Page 136 Exit the trimming. Image area to be printed ¡Press the < > button. The Print setting screen will reappear. On the upper left, you can see the trimmed image area that will be printed. ¡ Depending on the printer, the trimmed image area might not be printed as you specified.

  • Page 137: Dpof: Digital Print Order Format

    DPOF: Digital Print Order Format With DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can specify which images in the Memory card are to be printed and the quantity. This feature is very convenient when you make prints with a DPOF-compatible printer or photo lab.

  • Page 138: Print Order

    Print Order Print settings Set the print type, date imprinting, and file No. imprinting. The print settings will be applied to all print-ordered images. (They cannot be set individually for each image.) The print settings are set in the same way as with menu settings.
  • Page 139 [Print Type] [File No.] [Date] Exit the set up screen. ¡Press the < > button. The Print Order screen will reappear. ¡Next, select [Order] or [All] to select the images to be printed. ¡ images cannot be selected for printing. Even if [Date] and [File No.] are set to [On], the date or file No.
  • Page 140 Selecting Individual Images Select [Order]. The order screen will appear. Select the image to be printed. ¡If you set the camera for index playback, a three-image display will appear. To return to single image display, set the camera for standard image display. Three-image view Set the print settings.

  • Page 141: Selecting All Images

    Exit the Order screen. ¡Press the < > button. The Print Order screen will reappear. ¡Press the < > button again to save the print order to the memory card. The menu will then reappear. Selecting All Images The print order can also be set or canceled for all the images in the memory card.
  • Page 142 Exit the Print Order screen. ¡On the Print Order screen, press the < > button. The settings will be saved to the memory card, and the menu will reappear. ¡ Note that images cannot be selected for printing even when you set “Mark all.”...

  • Page 143: Direct Printing With Dpof

    Direct Printing with DPOF With a printer compatible with direct printing, you can easily print images specified with DPOF. Prepare to print. ¡See pages 122-123 and follow “Preparing to Print” up to step 5. Select [Print Order]. The Print Order screen will appear. Select [Print].

  • Page 144: Start Printing

    Start printing. ¡Select [OK]. The printing will start. ¡To stop the printing, press the < > button while [Stop] is displayed, then press [OK]. ¡ When printing with a PictBridge or Bubble Jet Direct printer, be sure to set the paper size. ¡...

  • Page 145: Customizingthe Camera

    Customizing the Camera Custom Functions enable you to customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences.

  • Page 146: Setting A Custom Function

    3Setting a Custom Function Select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [Custom Functions (C.Fn)]. Then let go of the button. Set the Custom Function. ¡Hold down the <...

  • Page 147: Custom Function Settings

    Custom Function Settings C.Fn-03 is unused. C.Fn-01 Viewfinder display during exposure 1: Displays the exposure information and number of remaining shots during continuous shooting. C.Fn-02 Shutter release without card 1: The shutter button will not work without a memory card in the camera.
  • Page 148 C.Fn-05 Manual Tv/Av set. for M exp. 1: This is convenient when you often have to change the aperture during studio shooting with studio flash units. Also, when you use AEB in the manual exposure mode, the shutter speed can stay fixed while only the aperture is shifted for AEB.
  • Page 149 C.Fn-07 USM lens electronic MF 1: This prevents the focus from being thrown off by inadvertent turning of the focusing ring after One-Shot AF. With both C.Fn-07-1 and C.Fn-07-2, manual focusing is possible with the lens focus mode switch set to < >.
  • Page 150 C.Fn-09 Auto bracketing sequence / Auto cancel You can change the AEB sequence when you bracket with the shutter speed, aperture, or ISO speed. You can also change the white balance bracketing sequence. When “Auto cancellation” is set, bracketing will be canceled after you change the lens or turn the <...
  • Page 151 C.Fn-12 Mirror lockup 1: Effective for close-up and telephoto shots to prevent camera shake caused by the mirror’s reflex action. See page 97 for the mirror lockup procedure. C.Fn-13 Number of AF points/Spot metering 1: The selectable AF points are limited to 11. Spot metering is linked to the active AF point.
  • Page 152 C.Fn-16 Safety shift setting Safety shift can be set for the shutter-priority AE and aperture-priority AE modes. 1: If the subject’s brightness changes suddenly and the current shutter-priority AE or aperture-priority AE setting becomes unsuitable, the shutter speed or aperture is shifted to obtain a suitable exposure automatically.
  • Page 153 C.Fn-18 Switch to the registered AF point 1: Press the < > button to switch to the registered AF point. 2: Switch to the registered AF point only while you press the < > button. When you release the button, the AF point selected previously becomes active again.
  • Page 154 C.Fn-20 AI Servo tracking sensitivity 1 or 2: Prevents the autofocus from being thrown off by any obstacle passing between the camera and subject. 3 or 4: Effective when you want to consecutively photograph multiple subjects located at random distances. This Custom Function does not affect the AI Servo AF tracking speed.
  • Page 155 3Custom Function group registration You can register up to three groups of Custom Function settings. A group of Custom Function settings can be used for a specific shooting situation such as sports, snapshooting, and landscapes. Note that C.Fn-00 “Focusing screen” cannot be registered in any Custom Function group.
  • Page 156 Register or apply. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [OK]. Then let go of the < > button. ¡To register, press the < > button when the confirmation dialog appears.

  • Page 157: Personal Functions

    Personal Functions Beyond Custom Functions, Personal Functions enable you to further customize your camera settings. They are set with the provided software (EOS Viewer Utility). Only P.Fn-00 (Custom Function group registration) can be set with the camera. P.Fn No. Description Custom Function group registration.
  • Page 158 3Clearing and Resetting Personal Functions You can clear or reset Personal Functions that have been set and registered with the provided software. The Personal Function settings can be modified only with the provided software. Select [Personal Functions (P.Fn)]. ¡Select the < >...

  • Page 159: Saving Camera Settings

    3Saving and Reading Camera Settings You can save the shooting mode, menu settings, Custom Function settings, Personal Function settings, etc. , onto the memory card and later read them into the camera. Therefore, you can read all these settings into another EOS-1D Mark II camera body. Saving camera settings Select [Save camera settings].
  • Page 160 Reading camera settings Transfer the camera settings saved in the memory card to the camera. Select [Loading camera settings]. ¡Select the < > tab. ¡Hold down the < > button and turn the < > dial to select [Loading camera settings]. Then let go of the button.

  • Page 161: Reference

    Reference This section will help you understand your camera better. It covers basic shooting concepts, system accessories, camera specifications, and other reference information.

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. Power Source The battery cannot be recharged. You are using the wrong battery. ¡ Use the dedicated Ni-MH Pack. (p.18) The battery is not properly attached to the charger. ¡...
  • Page 163 The camera turns off by itself. Auto power off is in effect. ¡ Set the < > switch to < > again or set auto power off to [Off]. (p.35) Only the <c> icon blinks on the top LCD panel. The battery is almost exhausted.
  • Page 164 The image is out of focus. The lens focus mode switch is set to < >. ¡ On the lens, set the focus mode switch to < >. (p.23) Camera shake occured when you pressed the shutter button. ¡ To prevent camera shake, hold the camera still and press the shutter button gently.

  • Page 165: Error Codes

    Err 04 or replace the memory card. An error other than the above has occurred. This error may occur if you use a non-Canon lens and the Err 99 camera or lens does not operate properly. Remove and reload the battery.

  • Page 166: Changing The Focusing Screen

    Changing the Focusing Screen You can change the camera’s focusing screen to better suit the subject or shooting situation. You must also set C.Fn-00 so that the standard setting for obtaining a correct exposure matches the focusing screen. Focusing Screen Type Designation C.Fn-00 Setting Ec-N, Ec-R...
  • Page 167 ¡ If you do not change the focusing screen that came with the camera, you need not change C.Fn-00-1 factory setting. ¡ To change the focusing screen, refer to the instructions that came with the focusing screen. ¡ The Ec-A, Ec-B, Ec-I, and Ec-L focusing screens have a prism at the center.
  • Page 168 Major Accessories (Optional) Ni-MH Pack NP-E3 Dedicated, high-capacity power pack. Rated voltage of 12 V. It can be recharged up to 500 times. When fully charged, it enables the camera to take up to about 1200 shots at normal temperature. Ni-MH Charger NC-E2 Quick charger dedicated to the Ni-MH Pack NP-E3.

  • Page 169: Memory Card

    Memory card Data storage media where the captured images are recorded. Using Canon memory cards is recommended. PC card adapter Enables a CF card to be inserted into a PC card slot or PC card reader.

  • Page 170: System Map

    System Map Macro Ring Lite Macro Twin Lite ST-E2 220EX 420EX 550EX MR-14EX MT-24EX Rubber Frame Ec Bundled Accessories E-series Dioptric Adjustment Lenses Anti-Fog Eyepiece Ec Wide Strap L5 Eyecup Ec-II CR2025 lithium battery Angle Finder C EOS DIGITAL Digital Photo Hand Strap E1 Solution Disk Professional Disk...
  • Page 171 Timer Remote Remote Wireless Controller Switch Controller TC-80N3 RS-80N3 LC-4 Canon EF lenses BJ printer for direct printing Card Photo Printer Interface Cable IFC-400PCU PictBridge-compatible printer Interface Cable IFC-200D4 Video Cable VC-100 Interface Cable IFC-450D4 IFC-200D44 IFC-450D44 IEEE 1394 port...

  • Page 172: Specifications

    Type I or II CF card, SD memory card Image size: 28.7 x 19.1mm Compatible lenses: Canon EF lenses (except EF-S lens) (35mm-equivalent focal length is equal to approx. 1.3 times the marked focal length. ) Lens mount: Canon EF mount •...
  • Page 173 Interface: IEEE1394 for personal computers USB for direct printing Video output (NTSC/PAL) • White Balance Settings: Auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten light, fluorescent light, flash, custom, color temperature setting, personal white balance (Total 10 settings) Auto white balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor Color temperature compensation: White balance bracketing: ±3 stops in full-stop...
  • Page 174 AF working range: EV 0-18 (at ISO 100 at 20°C/68˚F) Focusing modes: One-Shot AF (ONE SHOT) AI Servo AF (AI SERVO) Manual focusing (MF) AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selection, home position (switch to registered AF point) Selected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel AF-assist beam: Emitted by the dedicated Speedlite •...
  • Page 175 Shutter release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release Self-timer: 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay Remote control: Remote control with N3 type terminal • Flash EOS-dedicated Speedlite: E-TTL II autoflash with EX-series Speedlite PC terminal: Provided • Drive System Drive modes: Single, low-speed continuous, high-speed continuous, self-timer Continuous shooting speed: Low-speed continuous: Approx.

  • Page 176: Sound Recording

    • Working Conditions Working temperature range: 0˚C - 45˚C / 32˚F - 113˚F Working humidity: 85% or less ¡ All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing standards. ¡ The camera’s specifications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 177 Index Direct Printing....... 121, 143 PictBridge......... 125 accessories ........168 Adobe RGB........55 CP Direct........129 AE lock..........95 Bubble Jet Direct...... 132 AEB..........93 drive modes ........77 AF mode .........66 AF point activation area ....72 equipment check list ......3 AF point registration/switching ..70 erase ..........
  • Page 178 LCD panel........13 LCD panel illumination....96 RAW ......... 44, 45 lens ..........9, 23 RAW & JPEG simultaneous recording ....44 recharge ......... 18 M (Manual exposure) ......90 recording quality......44 magnified view ......109 rotate image ......104, 110 main Dial........16, 29 malfunction ........162 manual focusing......75 saving/reading camera settings..
  • Page 180 This Instruction Manual booklet is current as of February 2004. For information on using the camera with system accessories introduced after this date, contact your nearest Canon Service Center. CEL-SE3RA210 © CANON INC. 2003 PRINTED IN THE EU...

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