Canon EOS 70D Installation guide

This basic manual covers only the most basic operations.
For other features and more details, see the Instruction
Manual pdf le on the DVD-ROM.
* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi functions explained in this manual.
Basic Instruction Manual
CEL-SU5TA212 © CANON INC. 2014 PRINTED IN THE EU
The descriptions in this Instruction Manual are current as of October 2014. For
information on the compatibility with any products introduced after this date,
contact any Canon Service Center. For the latest version Instruction Manual,
refer to the Canon website.
EOS 70D (W)
EOS 70D (N)
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The EOS 70D (W/N) is a digital single-lens reflex camera featuring a
fine-detail CMOS sensor with approx. 20.2 effective megapixels, DIGIC
5+, high-precision and high-speed 19-point AF (all cross-type focusing),
approx. 7.0 fps continuous shooting, Live View shooting, Full High-
Definition (Full HD) movie shooting, and Wi-Fi function*.
* The EOS 70D (N) does not have the Wi-Fi function.
Before Starting to Shoot, Be Sure to Read the Following
To avoid botched pictures and accidents, first read the “Safety
Precautions” (p.160-162) and “Handling Precautions” (p.14-15).
Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further
Familiarize Yourself with the Camera
While reading this manual, take a few test shots and see how they
come out. You can then better understand the camera.
Testing the Camera Before Use and Liability
After shooting, play images back and check whether they have been
properly recorded. If the camera or memory card is faulty and the
images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon
cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Copyrights
Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of your recorded
images or copyrighted music and images with music in the memory
card for anything other than private enjoyment. Also be aware that
certain public performances, exhibitions, etc., may prohibit photography
even for private enjoyment.
Introduction

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The camera can use the following cards regardless of capacity:
• SD memory cards
• SDHC memory cards*
• SDXC memory cards*
* UHS-I cards supported.
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/
writing speed as shown in the table.
If you use a slow-writing card when shooting movies, the movie may
not be recorded properly. Also, if you play back a movie on a card
with a slow reading speed, the movie may not play back properly.
If you want to shoot still photos while shooting a movie, you will need
an even faster card.
To check the card’s reading/writing speed, refer to the card
manufacturer’s website.
Compatible Cards
Cards that Can Record Movies
Compression Method (p.137) Card
IPB 6 MB/sec. or faster
ALL-I (I-only) 20 MB/sec. or faster
In this manual, “card” refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory
cards, and SDXC memory cards.
*The camera does not come with a card for recording images/
movies. Please purchase it separately.

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Before starting, check that all the following items have been included
with your camera. If anything is missing, contact your dealer.
* Battery Charger LC-E6 or LC-E6E is provided. (The LC-E6E comes with a
power cord.)
The Instruction Manuals and DVD/CD-ROMs provided are listed on the next
page.
If you purchased a Lens Kit, check that the lenses are included.
Depending on the Lens Kit type, a lens instruction manual may also be
included.
Be careful not to lose any of the above items.
Item Check List
Battery Pack
LP-E6
(with protective cover)
Battery Charger
LC-E6/LC-E6E*
Interface Cable
Camera
(with body cap)
Wide Strap

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The instruction manual consists of booklets and electronic manuals
(PDF files on the DVD-ROM). Basic operations are explained in the
booklets. For detailed instructions on all functions and operations,
see the detailed version manuals on the DVD-ROM.
* Not provided with the EOS 70D (N).
EOS Camera Instruction Manuals Disk (DVD-ROM)
Contains the following manuals in PDF:
• Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Wi-Fi Function Instruction Manual (Detailed version)
• Software Instruction Manuals for the software on the
EOS Solution Disk
Instructions for viewing the Instruction Manuals on the
DVD-ROM are on pages 151-152.
EOS Solution Disk (CD-ROM)
Contains various software. For outlines and installation
procedure of the software, see pages 155-158.
Instruction Manuals and DVD/CD-ROMs
Basic Instruction
Manual
(this booklet)
Wi-Fi Function
Instruction Manual*
(Basic)
The Basic Instruction Manual explains the basic procedures and features.
For detailed instructions, see the EOS Camera Instruction Manuals Disk
(DVD-ROM).
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Quick Start Guide
1Insert the battery (p.26).
To charge the battery, see page 24.
2Insert a card (p.27).
With the card’s label facing
toward the back of the
camera, insert it into the
card slot.
3Attach the lens (p.36).
Align the lens’ white or red mount
index with the camera’s mount
index of the same color.
4Set the lens focus mode switch
to <f> (p.36).
5Set the power switch to <1>,
then set the Mode Dial to <A>
(Scene Intelligent Auto) (p.66).
Turn the Mode Dial while holding down
the lock release button at the center.
All the necessary camera settings
will be set automatically.
White index Red index

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Quick Start Guide
6Flip out the LCD monitor (p.30).
When the LCD monitor displays the
date/time/zone setting screens, see
page 33.
7Focus the subject (p.41).
Look through the viewfinder and
aim the viewfinder center over the
subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
The camera will focus the subject.
If necessary, the built-in flash will be
raised.
8Take the picture (p.41).
Press the shutter button completely
to take the picture.
9Review the picture (p.56).
The captured image will be
displayed for 2 sec. on the LCD
monitor.
To display the image again, press
the <x> button (p.140).
To shoot while looking at the LCD monitor, see “Live View
Shooting” (p.119).
To view the images captured so far, see “Image Playback” (p.140).
To delete an image, see “Erasing Images” (p.147).

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Icons in this Manual
<6> : Indicates the Main Dial.
<5> : Indicates the Quick Control Dial.
<9> <V> <U> : Indicates the Multi-controller and the push
direction.
<0> : Indicates the Setting button.
0, 9, 7, 8: Indicates that the corresponding function
remains active for 4 sec., 6 sec., 10 sec., or 16
sec. respectively after you let go of the button.
* In this manual, the icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials,
and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the
LCD monitor.
3: Indicates a function that can be changed by pressing the
<M> button and changing the setting.
M: When shown on the upper right of a page, it indicates that
the function is available only in the Creative Zone modes
(p.20).
(p.**) : Reference page numbers for more information.
: Warning to prevent shooting problems.
: Supplemental information.
: Tips or advice for better shooting.
: Problem-solving advice.
Basic Assumptions
All operations explained in this manual assume that the power switch
is set to <1> and the <R> switch is set down (Multi function
lock released) (p.31, 44).
It is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are
set to their defaults.
The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the
EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens as an example.
Conventions Used in this Manual

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For first-time DSLR users, Chapters 1 and 2 explain the camera’s
basic operations and shooting procedures.
Chapters
Introduction 2
Getting Started 23
Basic Shooting 65
Setting the AF and Drive Modes 87
Image Settings 97
Advanced Operations 109
Shooting with the LCD Monitor (Live View Shooting)
119
Shooting Movies 133
Image Playback 139
Viewing the DVD-ROM Instruction Manuals /
Downloading Images to Your Computer 149
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1
Introduction 2
Compatible Cards............................................................................. 3
Item Check List................................................................................. 4
Instruction Manuals and DVD/CD-ROMs ......................................... 5
Quick Start Guide ............................................................................. 6
Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................... 8
Chapters........................................................................................... 9
Handling Precautions ..................................................................... 14
Nomenclature ................................................................................. 16
Getting Started 23
Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 24
Installing and Removing the Battery............................................... 26
Installing and Removing the Card .................................................. 27
Using the LCD Monitor ................................................................... 30
Turning on the Power ..................................................................... 31
Setting the Date, Time, and Zone .................................................. 33
Selecting the Interface Language................................................... 35
Attaching and Detaching a Lens .................................................... 36
Lens Image Stabilizer..................................................................... 39
Basic Operation.............................................................................. 40
QQuick Control for Shooting Functions ....................................... 46
3Menu Operations.................................................................. 48
dUsing the Touch Screen............................................................. 50
Before You Start............................................................................. 53
Displaying the Grid ......................................................................... 58
QDisplaying the Electronic Level............................................... 59
Feature Guide and Help ................................................................. 63
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