Canon EOS 1000 F User manual

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LCD Panel. \ Accessory shoe eerie
Electronic Input Dial. si Command Dial
Shutter Button Strap Fixture
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Grip Focus Mode Switch
Manual Focusing Ring. Back Cover Latch
EF 35-80 mm {/4-5.6 Len: Lens Release Button
Zoom Ring
CREATIVE ZONE
CONTROL
Q: Portrait Green Zone DEP: Depth-of-Field AE
‘a: Landscape 1 Lock (OFF) M : Manual Exposure
1: Close-up + Manual Film Speed Setting Av : Aperture-priority AE
YA Sports Selt-timer Tv : Shutter-priority AE
P : Program AE
Thank you for selecting a Canon autofocus SLR
camera
EOS 1000F, developed as Canon's new stan-
dard model autofocus SLR camera, is the ligh-
test and most compact camera with a built-in
flash in the EOS series.
Features such as simple dial operation and
super-fast autofocus make it easier than ever to
take great pictures any time.
EOS 1000F employs Al Focus, which automati-
cally switches between One-shot AF and Al
Servo AF" based on the subject's movement. As
a result, accurate focusing can be obtained
even when the subject is moving toward or
away from the camera.
* One-shot AF; Focusing stops once complet-
ed. The original focus remains locked as long
as the shutter button is kept pressed halfway.
Al Servo AF: An advanced autofocus mede
which continuously focuses moving subjects
as long as the shutter button is kept pressed
halfway.
© The instructions in this book assume use of the
EF 35-80 mm 1/4-5.6 zoom lens; however, opera-
tions with a different lens are basically the same.
Please read this instruction book carefully for a thor
‘ough understanding before using your EOS 1000F
Attention
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
‘The Canon EOS 1000F wili give opiu perdar
ble lenses or ol
tistactory performance of damage to peut canon
he use of
your Canon EOS 1000F as a result of malt
Or improper Connections caused by the use of in-
compatible products may void its warranty,
While reading these instructions, unfold the Iront
arias flaps for easy reference to the camera's
parts.

f Contents
|. BASIC OPERATION
[1] Preparations:
1, Battery Load and Check
2, Lens Atlachment
3. Holding the Camera
4. Focusing
- Difficult Subjects for Autofocus
{Manual Focusing)
[2] Taking Pictures
1. Film Loading
2. Basic Picture Taking - Green Zone
- Focus Lock
= Film Rewind
3. Programmed Image Control
- Portrait
- Landscape
- Close-up
- Sports
Il. ADVANCED OPERATION
1. Creative Zone
P - Program AE
Tv- Shutter-priority AE
Av- Aperture-priority AE
M - Manual Exposure
DEP- Depth-of-Field AE
2. Self-timer
3. Flash Photography
II. APPLICATIONS
Partial Metering
Exposure Compensation
Multiple Exposures
Bulb (Long Exposure)
Manual Film Speed Setting mapa
IV. REFERENCE
1. Comparisons Between AF Mode and
Film Wind Mode
2. Film Shooting Capacity
3. Program Lines
V. ACCESSORIES
1. Dedicated Canon Speedlites
2. Grip Extension GR-70
3. Dioptric Adjustment Lenses
4. Lens Hoods and Filters
Vi. CAMERA CARE
1. Cleaning
2. Liquid Crystal Display/Battery Notes
3. Attaching the Strap
VII, SPECIFICATIONS.
1) This camera is not resistant to water
and should not be used outdoors in
snow or rain. If accidentally dropped
in water, contact an authorized Canon
service facility. Keep the camera out
of salt spray, and protect it from exces-
sive humidity. If used at the beach,
clean it thoroughly afterward with a dry
cloth.
2) Do not attempt to disassemble the
camera yourself. Always take it to an
authorized Canon service facility for
repair.
3) Remove the battery if you do not ex-
pect to use the camera for about three
weeks or longer.
4) When storing the camera, wrap it ina
clean, soft cloth and place in a cool,
dry, dust-free place. Be sure to keep
the camera out of direct sunlight, and
away from "hot spots” such as the
trunk or rear window shelf of a car.
Avoid places where moth balls are
used, and in extreme humidity, use a
desiccant.
5) Carefully check the camera's opera-
tion after lengthy storage.
6) The battery may explode or cause
burns if disassembled, recharged,
shorted, exposed to high tempera-
tures, or disposed of in fire.
7) Film passing through X-ray examina-
tions at airports may be exposed and
ruined even if loaded in the camera.
Request a hand-checked inspection to
avoid damage.
8) Aerosol spray dust removers are not
recommended for the shutter curtain.
9) Condensation is a problem when bring-
ing cold equipment into a warm room.
If the autofocus optics cloud over, ac-
curacy may be seriously affected. Be-
fore entering a warm room, put
equipment in a plastic bag so conden-
sation forms on the outside of the bag.
10) Color reproduction may be adversely
affected if the film is left in the camera
for a long time: Always develop ex-
posed film promptly. 5
* Please see p. 54 for camera care in-
formation.

I. BASIC OPERATION
First-time SLR users should read this section carefully.
The camera operates on a 2CR5 lithium
battery.
1) Slide the battery cover lock down to
open. The cover cannot be removed
from the camera
2) Insert the battery as shown with the ter-
minals facing toward the shutter button.
3) Close the cover and hold it down until
it locks with a click.
4) Turn the command dial to " P ” or
“ ©" to check the battery.
The battery check symbol ( ) in the
LCD panel displays the remaining bat-
tery power as shown in the illustrations,
e If nothing is displayed in the LCD
panel, the battery is probably insert-
ed upside down. Remove the battery
and re-insert it correctly.
© See p. 55 for other important battery
information,

Battery Check Symbols in the LCD
Panel
@u : Battery power sufficient.
ca : Have a new battery handy.
: Replace the battery.
SEE blinking): See p. 55.
e When not using the camera, always be
sure to set the command dial to
prevent battery drain due to accidental
pressing of the shutter button.
e Always check the battery condition be-
fore taking pictures.
e Carry a spare battery when going on
trips or when planning to take many
pictures.
See p. 48 for shooting capacity.
1) Remove the rear lens cap by turning it
counterclockwise.
2) Remove the body cap by turning it coun-
terclockwise
3) Align the lens’ red dot to the camera's
red dot and turn the lens clockwise un-
til it stops and locks with a click,
e To remove the lens, turn the lens
counterclockwise while pressing the
lens release button,
4) Set the lens’ focus mode switch to AF.
5) Remove the front lens cap
The electronic contacts must be clean
for proper connection. Do not touch
these contacts.
*Do not set the lens on its rear end
without the lens cap attached to pre-
vent damage to the electronic
contacts.

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Sharp pictures require that the camera be
held still to prevent unnecessary move-
ment called “camera shake” that can
ruin your pictures. Try the suggested tips
below.
1) Hold the camera firmly in your right
hand. Place the palm of your left hand
on the bottom of the camera to support
the lens,
2) Keep both elbows close to your body
3) Spread your feet apart about shoulder
width for a steady natural stance.
4) Lightly hold the camera against your
nose and look into the viewfinder
There is no one correct way to hold the
camera. Experiment to find the most
comfortable position. Whenever possi-
ble, lean against a steady support such as
a tree, wall, or table to help you keep the
camera still
Before practicing, set the command dial to
“ ©" (Green Zone).
1) Look through the viewfinder and cover
the subject with the focus mark (« >).
2) Press the shutter button halfway to start
focus. When the subject is in focus, the
green AF symbol “@" lights up in the
viewfinder and a short double beep is
emitted.
3) Without letting up on the shutter button,
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture.
@ In low-light or backlit conditions, the
shutter speed or the flash symbol" $ "
blink in the viewfinder. See p. 17 when
the shutter speed blinks or see p. 34
when the flash symbol" $ "blinks.
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Shutter button action plays an important
part in taking good pictures. A quick
stroke with the tip of your finger may
cause “camera shake." Always press
the shutter button slowly and gently
with the ball of your finger.
© Be sure not to touch the front of the lens
during focusing.
e When the subject cannot be focused,
the green AF symbol “'@"' starts blink-
ing and the shutter will not release. (See
the next page.)
Normal condition
Pressed halfway
Pressed completely
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There are a few subjects that may be
difficult for the camera to focus. The green
AF symbol will blink in the viewfinder to
warn you of this condition.
Subjects
e Low-contras{ subjects—misty scenes,
light-colored or white objects.
e Subjects in extremely low-hight situa-
tions—a dark room, night scenes,
e Subjects having generally horizontal
patterns (window blinds).
e Subjects with an object in front of
1hem—animals in a cage, subjects be-
hind a wire fence.
* Strong, bright reflections—shiny metal,
ice, surface of a lake.
e Fast-moving subjects—difficult to keep
within the focus mark.
Focus these subjects by setting the lens’
focus mode switch to "M" and turning the
manual focusing ring until the image is
sharp.
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# Always load film out of direct sunlight.
Never touch the shutter curtain. Its
precision design makes it sensitive to
pressure. When loading film, be care-
ful that the film tip does not touch the
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shutter curtain.
This camera uses a prewind system. When
film is loaded, the camera first winds all of
the film onto the take-up spool and then re-
winds it back into the film cartridge one
frame at a time as each picture is taken
The frame counter on the LCD panel
decreases as pictures are taken, allowing
you to always see at a glance the remain-
ing frames.
For DX-coded film, the camera automati-
cally sets the film speed when the film is
loaded. (For manual film speed setting, see
p. 46.)
1) Make sure the command dial is not at L.
2) Open the back cover by sliding the latch
down.
3) Insert the film as shown with the flat end
of the cartridge on top.
4) Carefully pull the film tip across until it
reaches the orange mark.
5) Make sure the film lies flat and close the
back cover.
Film winding starts and the frame counter
counts up. When the film is completely
wound, the shutter is released once;
however, no picture is taken. The film car-
tridge symbol and the number of available
frames are displayed in the LCD panel
e If the film cartridge symbol blinks, the
film has not been loaded properly and
the shutter will not release. Reload the
film.
Film becomes soft and tears easily in
high humidity. Keep it stored in its
canister until loading.
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This setting for basic operation allows you
to begin shooting immediately without mak-
ing any settings before taking pictures.
1) Set the command dial to" Q ”
2) Compose the picture and make sure the
focus mark (©) covers the subject
If you are using a zoom lens, turn the
zoom ring to vary the size of the
subject
3) Press the shutter button halfway.
When the subject is in focus, the green
AF symbol, shutter speed and aperture
value light up in the viewfinder and a
short double beep sounds. Press the
shutter button all the way down to take
the picture
e The shutter speed and aperture value
are also displayed in the LCD panel.
e In low light or backlit conditions, the
“$ "mark blinks in the viewfinder.
Switch to flash photography (see p.
34) or usea tripod.
Blinking shutter speed
(camera shake warning)
In Green Zone and Programmed Image
Control modes, the shutter speed will blink
on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder if
the shutter speed is too slow to hand-hold,
In this case, we recommend switching to
flash photography or using a tripod.
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Focus Lock
This camera focuses on the subject co-
vered by the focus mark in the center of
the viewfinder. For off-center subjects, use
focus lock to set the focus and then recom-
pose the picture as desired.
1) Cover the subject with the focus mark
and press the shutter button halfway.
2) Keeping the shutter button pressed half-
way, recompose the picture as desired
and then press the shutter button all the
way down to take the picture
Film Rewind
When the last picture is taken, the remain-
ing film automatically rewinds into the car-
tridge. When completed, rewinding stops
and the film cartridge symbol blinks in the
LCD panel.
If you want to develop the film before the
end of the roll, remove the lens and turn
the command dial to “ISO”, Press both the
exposure compensation button and the
partial metering button simultaneously.
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With P.I.C., focus and film wind settings as well as shutter speed and aperture value set-
tings are made automatically for four types of pictures: portraits, landscapes, close-ups,
and sports. This allows you to take pictures easily and concentrate on composition
© ifthe” 4 “mark blinks in the viewfinder, switch to flash photography or use a tripod.
@ |f the shutter speed blinks to warn of camera shake, we recommend switching to flash
photography or using a tripod.
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A Portrait Settings: One-shot AF/Continu-
ous wind/Evaluative metering
Shallow depth of field is generally used to
emphasize the subject, therefore large
apertures (small numbers) are set. Focus
on the subject's eyes. Continuous film wind
helps keep up with the subtle changes in
expression
For effective background blur, separate
the subject from the background as much
as possible and use a telephoto lens or the
telephoto setting on your zoom lens (80
mm on the EF 35-80 mm {/4-5.6)
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Landscape Settings: One-shot AF/Sin-
gle frame wind/Evaluative metering
Deep depth of field is usually the primary
concern in landscape photography.
This setting automatically sets small aper-
tures (large numbers) for deep depth of
tield,
Use a wide-angle lens or the wide-angle
setting on your zoom lens to create a feel-
ing of expansiveness and depth.
Close-up Settings: One-shot AF/Single
frame wind/Partial metering
Move as close as possible to the subject
for the maximum magnification.
When using a zoom lens, you can achieve
maximum magnification by setting the lens
to the telephoto position.
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VA, Sports Settings: Al focus AF/Continuous
wind/Evaluative metering
Faster shutter speeds are emphasized to
help you keep up with all the action while
Al servo tracks the subject's movement.
Keep the focus mark on the subject.
* Continuous shooting is possible by hold-
ing the shutter button down.
Il. ADVANCED OPERATION
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The command dial's "Creative Zone” provides five shooting modes, enabling you to select
the mode and values which best match your subject and photographic objectives.
Also, with ‘Creative Zone" modes, you can use functions such as exposure compensa-
tion and multiple exposure (explained in the Applications section) to further expand your
creativity.
Select the desired mode by turning the command dial.
- — aan ] 7 P: Program AE Settings: Al focus
AFiContinuous wind/Evaluative metering
The camera sets both aperture and shut-
ter speed automatically, taking into ac-
count the lens in use.
Checking the Exposure
If the exposure data blink, the exposure is
not correct. Use a flash in low light situa-
tions or use an ND (neutral density) filter
in bright situations.
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In the Creative Zone, an exposure lev-
el scale and exposure level mark ap-
pear in the viewfinder and LCD panel in
addition to the exposure data (shutter
speed and aperture value). The ex-
posure level mark indicates the amount
of exposure compensation in the four
AE modes and the exposure level in
manual exposure mode.
Program Shift
In Program AE mode, the automatically set
shutter speed and aperture combination
(program) can be changed while maintain-
ing the same exposure.
To shift the program, press the shutter but-
ton halfway to display the exposure data
and turn the electronic input dial to select
the desired shutter speed or aperture
value.
See p. 50 for program shift charac-
teristics.
+ Program shift is not possible when us-
ing a flash.
Six-second Timer
Even if you release the shutter button
after pressing it down halfway, the ex-
posure data (shutter speed and aper-
ture) in the viewfinder and LCD panel
appear for about six seconds.
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Tv : Shutter-priority AE Settings: Al
focus AF/Continuous wind/Evaluative
metering
In this mode the user selects the shutter
speed and the camera sets the aperture
value for the lighting conditions. This mode
is best for taking pictures of moving sub-
jects by controlling the shutter speed.
Faster shutter speeds freeze subject mo-
tion, while slower shutter speeds can
produce artistic blur effects.
e The initial shutter speed setting is al-
ways 125 (1/125). Turn the electronic in-
put dial for the desired shutter speed
Checking the Exposure
Underexposure - The iens' maximum aper-
ture starts blinking. Set a slower shutter
speed until it stops blinking
Overexposure - The lens’ minimum aper-
ture starts blinking. Set a faster shutter
speed until it stops blinking.
Av: Aperture-priority AE Settings: Al
focus AF/Continuous wind/Evaluative
metering
In this mode the user selects the aperture
value and the camera sets the correct
shutter speed for the lighting conditions
Use this mode for taking portraits, land-
scapes, and still life photography where
depth of field is an important factor. Larg-
er apertures produce a shallow depth of
field appropriate for portraits, and smaller
apertures produce a deep depth of field
desirable for landscapes
e The initial aperture value setting is al-
ways 5.6 (f/5.6). Turn the electronic in-
put dial for the desired aperture value
Checking the sure
Underexposure - one shutter speed of 30"
(30 sec.) blinks. Set a larger aperture until
the shutter speed stops blinking.
Overexposure - The shutter speed of 1000
(1/1000 sec.) blinks. Set a smaller aperture
until the shutter speed stops blinking
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M: Manual Exposure Settings: Al fo-
cus AF/Continuous wind/Center-weighted
average metering.
This creative mode allows you to complete-
ly control exposure by setting both the
shutter speed and aperture value.
The initial setting is always 1/125 sec. at
115.6.
1) Set the command dial to "M" and turn
the electronic input dial to set the
desired shutter speed.
2) While pressing the exposure compensa-
tion button, turn the electronic input dial
to set the desired aperture value.
3) Press the shutter button halfway and
check the exposure data.
e The exposure level mark is displayed
in the viewfinder and LCD panel as
shown in the illustrations.
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Adjust the exposure according to the po-
sition of the exposure level mark.
Metered standard exposure: The current
settings will result in a correct exposure.
Overexposure: Close the aperture or set
a faster shutter speed until correct ex-
posure is obtained.
Overexposure (More than 2 stops)
Underexposure: Open the aperture or set
a slower shutter speed until correct ex-
posure is obtained.
Underexposure (More than 2 stops)

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DEP: Depth-of-Field AE Settings
One-shot AF/Single frame wind/Evaluative
metering
Depth-of-Field AE mode places everything
between user set points in the foreground
and background in focus. The points are
set using the focus mark in the viewfinder
The camera sets the necessary aperture
value and shutter speed to obtain the best
possible results under the existing lighting.
* This mode cannot be used with flash.
1) Set the command dial to "DEP"
2) Place the focus mark on the first point
(a) and press the shutter button halfway.
e Remove your finger when the green
AF symbol and “'dEP 1" light up in the
viewfinder.
3) Repeat step #2 for the second point (b);
ie) ieee
4) Recompose the picture and press the
shutter button halfway, After the AF
symbol and exposure data light up,
press the shutter button completely to
take the picture
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Checking the Exposure
e If the minimum aperture value of the
lens in use blinks, clear the focus points
by turning the command dial to another
position and returning it to DEP. Move
back from the subject or switch to a
wide-angle lens or zoom lens’ wide-
angle setting and repeat steps #2
through 4. When the aperture value
stops blinking, the distance range will be
sharply focused and correct exposure
will be obtained,
If both the shutter speed and the aper-
ture value blink, the exposure is not cor-
rect. Use an ND filter in bright
situations. The flash can not be com-
bined with this mode.
Additional Information
eTo cancel Depth-of-Field AE in mid-
operation, set the command dial to
another position.
When using a zoom lens, do not change
the focal length after setting the first
point. Always set the focal length first.
e Wide-angle lenses are best used in this
mode for maximum depth-of-field effect.
Lenses with a focal length longer than
200 mm are not recommended for deep
depth of field.
e This mode can also be used to minimize
depth of field by focusing on the same
point both times. A telephoto lens gives
portraits the best shallow depth-of-field
effect.
e If the focus points are extremely near
and far, the shutter speed may be very
slow. We recommend using a tripod.
©: Self-timer Settings: One-shot
AF/Evaluative metering
Use the self-timer function to delay shut-
ter release for 10 seconds and include
yourself in the picture. Place the camera
on a tripod, table, or other steady surface.
+ Shooting mode is automatically set to
Program AE.
1) Set the command dial to “ ® ".
2) Compose the picture and press the shut-
ter button to start the timer while look-
ing into the viewfinder. A beeper tone
sounds to monitor the countdown. Two.
seconds before the picture is taken, the
beeper tone sounds rapidly.
e Be careful not to stand in front of
the camera when you press the shut-
ter button.
e To cancel the self-timer, turn the
command dial to another position.
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Notes
1) Always pull the flash up gently by
grasping the flash tabs.
2) When not in use or when using an exter-
nal flash, push the built-in flash down
gently to retract. An external flash
cannot be used together with the built-
in flash,
3) For flash photography, do not press the
shutter button completely until the" 3"
mark lights steadily in the viewfinder.
Flash Coupling Distance Range
(when using the EF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6)
WIDE TELE
ISO | Color Print Film Slide Film Color Print Film Slide Film
100 1-3m 0.7-3m 1-2.1m
3.3-9.8 ft 23-98ft 3.3-6.9 ft
1.5-6m 1-6m
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4)" § " will not blink in the “Creative
Zone", it will always fire regardless of the
shooting conditions.
5) In low-light conditions, the built-in AF
auxiliary light is emitted automatically if
necessary when the shutter button is
pressed halfway,
6) Using the following large-diameter
lenses may cause shading at the lower
part of flash photos:
EF 200 mm f/1,8L
EF 300 mm f/2.8 L
EF 20-35 mm f/2.8 L
EF 28-80 mm f/2.8-4 L
EF 80-200 mm f/2.8 L
EF 50-200 mm f/3.5-4.5
EF 50-200 mm £/3.5-4.5 L
7) Using a lens of a focal length shorter
than 35 mm may cause shading around
the edges of flash photos.
8) To prevent shading, do not use a lens
hood when using the built-in flash.
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A subject's eyes may appear red in flash
photos due to the light reflected from the
retina. To minimize this, have the subject
avoid looking directly at the camera. If
indoors, turn on additional room lighting.
Viewfinder Information When Using the Flash
lens’ minimum aperture
value blinks.
‘overexposed,
‘Shooting mode Warning display Condition Note
During daylight fill-in
(P) Program AE flash photography, the | The background is The subject is correctly
exposed
(Tv) Shutter-priority AE
The tens’ minimum
aperture value blinks.
The background is
overexposed.
The subject is correctly
exposed. Blinking may
stop if a faster shutter
speed is set,
The tens’ maximum
aperture value blinks.
The background is un-
derexposed,
The subject Is correctly
exposed. Blinking may
stop if a slower shutter
speed is set.
(AV) Aperture-priority
The fastest possible x-
syne shutter speed 90
(1/90 sec.) blinks.
The background is
overexposed.
The subject Is correctly
exposed. Blinking may
stop if a smaller aper-
ture is set
The slowest shutter
speed 30" (30 sec.)
blinks.
The background is un-
derexposed.
The subject is correctly
exposed. Blinking may
stop if a larger aperture
is set.
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X-syne Shutter Speed and Aperture Value
Shooting mode X-syne shutter speed Aperture value
Flash aperture value automatically
Program AE Automatically set to 1/60 - 1/90 sec. | set according to existing lighting and
TTL program.
Manually set to any desired shutter
a BULA Nit speed of 1/90 sec. or slower".
Aperture value automatically set ac-
‘cording to the set shutter speed and
| existing lighting.
Automatically set between 30” and
Aperture-priority AE 1/90 sec. according to the set aper-
ture value and existing lighting.
Manually set to any desired aperture
value.
Manually set to any desired shutter
speed of 1/90 sec. or slower*.
Manual
Manually set to any desired aperture
value.
* If the shutter speed is set to a value faster than 1/90 sec., the camera will automatically lower it to 1/90
sec.
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Ill. APPLICATIONS
With these functions you can expand your creativity by
tailoring the operation of your camera to match shooting
conditions or your photographic objectives.
The functions described in the Applications section cannot be set in Green Zone
or any of the P.I.C. modes.
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