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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