Canon EOS 7D Mark II (G) Manual

AF-Setting Guidebook
Detailed explanations of how to master the
65-point cross-type AF

New AF Setting Operability
04 Newly established AF tabs AF menu functions are in a separate tab
AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
06 Select from Case 1 - Case 6 to match subject scenarios
08 Case 1 Versatile multi purpose setting
10 Case 2 Continue to track subjects, ignoring possible obstacles
12 Case 3 Instantly focus on subjects suddenly entering AF points
14 Case 4 For subjects that accelerate or decelerate quickly
16 Case 5 For erratic subjects moving quickly in any direction
18 Case 6 For subjects that change speed and move erratically
AF Area Selection Mode
20 AF area selection mode
22 Single-point Spot AF Focusing on a small or narrow area
24 AF point expansion Fast moving subjects that are difficult to track with a single AF point
26 Zone AF Effective for capturing subjects within an known area
28 Large Zone AF Capture subjects in a large zone from right, center, and left
30 65-point automatic selection AF With AI Servo AF all 65 points can be used for automatic tracking
65-point cross-type AF and lens group designations
32 System overview of 65-point cross-type AF
33 Lens groups compatible with 65 cross-type points
34 Lens groups compatible with 65 AF points
34 Lens groups compatible with 45 AF points
35 Lens groups compatible with 5 AF points
Setting the AF Shutter-release Characteristics
36 AF operation characteristics and shutter-release timing settings
Utilizing AF and the new Viewfinder
38 AF points can be set to switch automatically for horizontal and vertical shooting
39 [Orientation linked AF point] in [Separate AF points: Pt only]
40 AF points can be activated instantly by using [Switch to registered AF point]
42 Switching AF area selection modes
44 New customization features for the AF ON/AEL button
46 Intelligent Viewfinder II is equipped with versatile display functions
47 Anti-flicker shooting reducing the flicker’s effect on the exposure or color
48 Recommended settings
Contents
AF-Setting Guidebook
The newly-designed 65-point AF and
versatile AF area selection mode
makes it possible to accurately focus
on quick-moving subjects.
This model is equipped with
the same AF Configuration
Tool as the EOS-1D X,making
the optimum AI Servo AF
settings possible to match
the movement characteristics
of the subject.
The 65-point AF that covers a wide range of areas,
and setting functions that maximize its ability, makes it
possible to capture definitive moments.
The newly-developed 65-point cross-type AF* is
included on the EOS 7D Mark II. By covering a wide
area of the screen with 65 AF points, it is easier to
focus on your desired area. The addition of Large
Zone AF makes 7 different AF area selection modes
available, and when these are used, the multi-point
AF system can be utilized to match the qualities of
the subject, such as any single point for focusing on
a still subject, or a specified zone (surface) for
subjects with intense movement. This model is now
equipped with the AF area selection lever for even
easier switching between modes.
The AI Servo AF (movement AF) on the EOS 7D Mark II uses the
same AI Servo AF III algorithm as on the EOS-1D X. This feature
makes flexible, high-precision focusing possible to match subject
movement. The AF Configuration Tool is what makes it possible
to customize the properties of AI Servo AF and optimize focusing
to fit the subject and shooting situation. When using this
function simply choosing from the 6 presets from Case 1 to 6
allowed for customization of parameters such as tracking
sensitivity. This guidebook describes how to take advantage of
these AF features.
* Number of available AF points, cross-type points, and Dual cross-type points vary depending on the lens.

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Ground-breaking AF setting controls
All AF-related menu functions now in a separate menu
The Various AF-related functions are now incorporated into an AF menu tab
Various settings for AF functions can be made with AF menu tabs [AF2] - [AF5]
AF-related setting items
in the AF menu
The AF1 tab is important when shooting moving
subjects using the AI Servo AF of the EOS 7D Mark II.
It is possible to effectively set AI Servo AF
characteristics by selecting the option that closely
matches the scene with the AF Configuration Tool.
The AF1 tab includes the AF Configuration Tool
The various AF-related settings that were
previously included in the custom functions
(C.Fn) menu, have been incorporated into the
new AF menu tab. This makes smooth access to
AF-related settings possible. In particular, the AF
Configuration Tool included in tab AF1 can be
used to easily match settings with the AI Servo
AF characteristics, making it an important
feature that takes advantage of the advanced
AF performance on the EOS 7D Mark II. By
selecting from six presets (Case 1 - Case 6),
makes it possible to set the AI Servo AF
characteristics to most accurately suit the
subject's movement, and scene conditions. It is
also possible for fine control to adjust each
parameters separately. (Refer to P. 6 – 27 for AF
Configuration Tool details.) Tabs [AF 2] – [AF 5]
include a variety of settings such as shutter-
release timing settings, a setting for the number
of AF points that can be selected and AF area
selection method.
AF2 AI Servo
Settings related to the camera priorities when using
AI Servo AF
The [AF 2] tab includ es set tings related to cameras priority
concerning shutter-release timing when using AI Servo AF. [AI
Servo 1st image priority] and [AI Servo 2nd image priority] make
it possible to make focusing the priority slowing the shutter-
release timing, or prioritize faster shutter-release.
AF3 One-Shot
Settings related to focusing and shutter-release
timing when using One-Shot AF release priority
AF4
Includes general settings related to AF point
selection
Within the [AF3] tab, the [One-Shot AF release priority] settings
related to focusing and shutter-release timing when using One-
Shot AF release priority. The other options [USM lens electronic
MF] and [A F-as sist beam firing], control th e manual focus
operation of some lenses and the operation of AF assist function
of attached Speedlites.
Select which and how AF points are selected. This menu includes
settings related to [AF area selection mode] ([Automatic AF point
selection criteria], [Selec table AF points], [AF area selection
mode], [AF area selection method], and [Orientation linked AF
point]). In addition there is the [Lens drive when AF impossible]
option in this menu.
Within [AF5] tab are settings that control how AF points are
displayed in the viewfinder such as ([AF point display during
focusing], [VF display illumination], and [AF status in viewfinder]).
With the (Manual AF pt. selec pattern) the AF point selection can
stop at the peripheral AF point or instead loop back to the
opposite side of the AF area. For those who need to make fine
adjustments to the focus position [AF Microadjustment] is available.
AF5
Includes general settings related to display of AF points, etc.

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The best parameters for different subjects and shooting scenes are
combined into presets from Case 1 - 6
Hints & Tips
Case6
For subjects that change speed and move erratically
Case5
For erratic subjects, moving in any direction
Case4
For subjects that accelerate or decelerate quickly
Case3
Instantly focus on subjects suddenly entering AF points
Case2
Continue to track subjects, ignoring possible obstacles
Case1
Versatile multi purpose setting
AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Select from Case 1 - Case 6 to match subject scenarios
Presets consist of three different parameters combinations
The AF Configuration Tool is a function for setting
AI Servo AF characteristics. Therefore, it’s settings
will have no function when using [One shot AF].
[AF1] tab screen. By selecting an appropriate preset from the Case 1 - Case 6
icons on the left side of the screen, the most effective AI Servo AF settings for
different subjects can be made.
When the [AF1] tab on the EOS 7D Mark II is
opened, [Case1 Versatile multi purpose setting]
a running man icon will be displayed. This is the
default option for the AF Configuration Tool.
Different presets to match the characteristics of
the type of subject and its movement, and the
shooting conditions, can be selected from Case
1 - Case 6. By simply selecting one of these
cases, settings for the AI Servo AF characteristics
that match the scene will be used.
,These six presets are combinations of the
following three parameters, [Tracking
sensitivity], [Accel./decel. tracking], and [AF pt
auto switching] (P. 20 - 27). Using the presets
sets the parameters in the most effective way.
However, if you wish It is also possible to
manually adjust the parameters individually.
A combination of parameters to best suit the characteristics of subject movement have been used to create the
presets from Case 1 – Case 6. By selecting the appropriate icon, the different AI Servo AF settings can be selected
to suit the subject.
Press the
INFO
button
Content
displays on
the help
screen
Moving the purple square over Case 1 – Case 6 will
display the name of each case, for example [Case1
Versatile multi-purpose setting]. If you want more
detailed information, you can press the INFO button.
T h i s w i l l d i s p l a y t h e h e l p s c r e e n c o n t a i n i n g
information about shooting scene examples and
which settings to alter and when.
Pushing button while any of [Case] is
indicated in display, then text information of AF
Setting Characteristics or Shooting Scene
Example is indicated.

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Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [0]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [0]
AF point auto switching [0]
Single-Point
Case1AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Precise and accurate focusing is possible for a wide range
Versatile multi-purpose setting
of subjects
The [AF Configuration Tool] [Case 1] is the basic
AI Servo AF setting on the EOS 7D Mark II. As
its name indicates, it is versatile and achieves a
high level of tracking performance in a wide
variety of scenes.
Equipped with AI Servo AF III, the EOS 7D Mark
II has improved flexibility in handling a variety of
moving subjects, and superior prediction of
movement for more accurate focusing. Even
with a variety of difficult elements such as
extremely fast movement, sudden changes in
speed, and interruptions by obstacles, AI Servo
AF III overcomes these and is able to capture
the subject.
Case 1 is the recommend setting to start
shooting with, Case 1 will provide great results
when shooting a variety of sports and moving
subjects. When more specific settings for
individual cases are desired, please try Case 2 –
Case 6 to match shooting conditions.
Case 1 can be used
to great advantage
when shooting
moving subjects,
making it possible to
accurately capture
fast subject.
AF on the EOS 7D Mark II is equipped with a new focus tracking algorithm, AI Servo AF III. It supports an even greater
variety of subject movement than before, and by utilizing the high level tracking performance of the AI Servo AF III,
and Case 1 configuration setting, it can handle many different shooting conditions.
AI Servo AF III makes it possible to carry out precise focus for subjects
in a wide variety of conditions
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Case2AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Continue to focus-track even when the subject momenta rily moves from the AF points
Effective when shooting scenes with fast moving subjects, or when an obstacle momen tarily appears in front of the subject
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [-1]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [0]
AF point auto switching [0]
Use Case2 to shoot badminton
players that move quickly from
side to side. Even though the
subject may move out of the
AF frame and obstacles such
as the racket can pass in front
of the subject, the subject can
be accurately tracked.
Case 2 is an effective setting for shooting fast
moving subjects when they move away from
the selected AF point, or when obstacles may
momentarily obscure the subject. Sometimes
when the subject moves from the selected AF
point, focus can shift to the background
(resulting in an out of focus subject), similarly
when an obstacle obscures the subject, focus
can shift to the obstacle. By selecting Case 2 in
situations like these, focus will attempt to
continue to track the desired subject. When a
subject moves away from the AF points for an
extended period (such as swimmers doing the
butterfly stroke, or sports where the subject is
hidden for intervals), even better performance
may be achieved by manually setting the
[Tracking sensitivity] parameter to [-2].
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Case3AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Focus instantly on subjects that move into the AF points
Effective when you want to continuously photograph targeted athletes one after the other
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity
[Responsive: +1]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [+1]
AF point auto switching [0]
This is a situation
where you anticipate
a hiding wild bird
jumping out from a
nearby nest. You can
set Case 3 and wait.
The moment the bird
appears, you can
quickly focus and
shoot continuously.
This is a jump scene in motocross. Case3 was used to
instantly focus when the bike and rider who were
hidden on the other side of the jump suddenly
appeared. (The photo before the bike appeared and
the photo directly before the rider appeared were
captured with manual focus for visualization purposes.)
Accurately focusing
on a wild bird that
suddenly jumps into
the frame
Case 3 is the ideal setting for situations when
you want to focus quickly between subjects in
the AF points. In Case 3, the [Tracking
sensitivity] parameter is set to [+1]. As a result,
subjects that come into the AF points will be
focused on more quickly. This setting is effective
for scenes when subjects (for example, when a
wild bird suddenly jumps out from the shadow
of a tree) suddenly appear while you are waiting
to shoot. Other shooting situations, this setting
can be extremely effective is when switching
between different subjects you want to shoot
(for example, at the start of a bicycle road race,
when you want to shoot continuously and
switch from cyclist to cyclist while focusing).
When set to Case 3, if the subject moves away
from the AF points, the camera may quickly
refocus on a different subject or background, in
contrast to Case 2. Therefore, it is recommended
that you use this setting only when you have a
particular objective as indicated above.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Case4AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Focus track subjects that can accelerate or decelerate quickly
Effective when a subject's speed changes rapidly, or in sports where subjects stop or change direction
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [0]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [+1]
AF point auto switching [0]
Continuously track players as they suddenly slow down and speed up
In sports photography and motocross, you
often have to respond to quick movement.
Subjects suddenly going from static to moving
or sudden stopping can occur in various sports
and situations and it can be difficult for the AF
system to judge accurately, In these situations,
Case 4 is most effective. With the [Accelerate /
decelerate Tracking] parameter set to [+1], the
AI Servo AF will work to focus track any
changes in speed, including sudden stops and
acceleration. This makes Case 4 the most
effective setting for shooting soccer, rugby,
basketball or sports where there is a lot of
running and stopping, as well as changes of
direction. It is also effective for cornering during
motor sports (sudden deceleration and
acceleration).
This is a cornering
scene in motocross.
The bike races at
high speed, suddenly
decelerates just
before turning the
corner, and Case4
can be used to
accurately capture
the shot.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Case5AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Focus on subjects with erratic movement
Suitable for sports and fast action where traditionally AF systems have difficulty tracking
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [0]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [0]
AF point auto switching [+1]
Case 5 is most effective for subjects with large
amount of movements which could occur in
any direction. This setting works in 65-point
automatic selection AF, Zone AF, and AF point
expansion modes only. In Case 5, [AF pt auto
switching] is set to [+1], when the subject
moves away from the manually selected AF
point (AF points focused on initially with Zone
AF), focusing automatically switches to other AF
points that contain the subject. As a result, even
when the subject continuously leaves the
selected AF point, it is possible to increase the
ratio of photos that are in focus. This setting is
most effective when shooting subjects with
erratic movement such as figure skating,
badminton, skateboarding, and inline skating.
This is a scene in a badminton tournament where a
player jumps and performs a smash. Case 5 works best
in this kind of scene where there is significant subject
movement both vertically and side to side.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Case6AF Configuration Tool [Presets]
Focus on subjects with erratic movement and changes in speed
Effective when shooting sports that feature lots of quick movements
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [0]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [+1]
AF point auto switching [+1]
Case 6 is a setting that combines features of
both Case 4 (support for sudden changes in
speed), and Case 5 (support for erratic movement
in any direction). [Accel./decel. tracking] and [AF
pt auto switching] parameters are both [+1].
Therefore, Case 6 is an effective setting for
subjects that stop and start suddenly, but also
have erratic movement which could happen in
any direction, it works during Auto selection
65-point AF, Zone AF, and AF point expansion
only.
Shooting subjects that are most appropriate for
this setting include Gymnastics which includes
large movements with complete stops.
This scene shows a
kayak proceeding
toward the camera
and moving
incessantly in an
area with differences
in elevation, then
dropping. Case6 is
an effective setting
for subjects with
significant
movement and
sudden changes in
speed.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.
Track and focus
on subjects that
rapidly move a
significant
amount in up,
down, left, and
right directions

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AF area selection modes
Change the AF point selection to match your the shooti ng style
Choose whether only one AF point is used, or select from a vast array of AF selection options
The AF area selection
modes make it possible
to set how many of
the 65-point AF are
available to be used.
Set the selection
method of AF points
that best matches
the subject and
shooting conditions.
After pressing the button, press to the right, or each time the button is pressed,
the AF area selection mode will be switched. In the Menu AF4 tab, by setting [AF area
selection method] to [ -> Main Dial], after pressing the button, you can switch the
mode with the Main Dial. Also, with [Custom Controls], when you assign [Direct AF area
selection] to , you can switch modes simply by pressing .
AF modes can be
selected to match
the subject and
conditions
Using only one AF point
Press the button
How to set the AF area selection mode
Using multiple AF points (zone)
The mode is changed each time the button is pressed
The EOS 7D Mark II is equipped with 65-point
AF. Not only can all these AF points each be
selected individually, but by also automatic
switching between multiple AF points to track
the subject, using all 65 AF points. The [AF area
selection mode] setting allows the selection of
these AF point modes.
The two types of modes that you can manually
select a single AF point to focus with are
[Single-point Spot AF] and [Single-point AF].
The four modes that can switch automatically
between multiple AF points to capture moving
subjects are AF point expansion (Manual
selection, 4 points [Up, down, left, and right]),
AF point expansion (Manual selection,
surrounding 8 points), Zone AF, and Auto
selection of 65 AF points (during AI Servo AF).
Mode features are explained from P. 22 - 31, so
you can select the mode best suited to your
subject's characteristics and shooting scene.
It is possible to
focus on a very
narrow areas
with a single
manually
selec-ted point.
The default
sett-ing. With this
mode it is
possible to focus
with a single
manually
selected point.
Single-point
Spot AF
(Manual
selection)
Single-point AF
(Manual selection
of zone)
Focus using one
manually
selected point
assisted by 4
other AF points
(up, down, left,
and right).
Focus using one
manually selected
point assisted by
the surrounding
points.
AF point expansion
(Manual
selection )
AF point
expansion
(Manual selection,
surrounding
points)
The 65 AF points
are divided into
nine zones, and
focus is made
with the AF
po-ints in the
sel-ected zone.
The 65 AF points
are divided into
left, center, and
right blocks, and
focus i s made
with the AF
points in the
selected zone.
All AF points are
used with this
mode, and the
camera selects
and focuses auto-
matically.
Zone AF
(Manual selection
of zone)
Large Zone AF
(Manual selection
of zone)
65-point
automatic
selection AF
Single-point AF is an easy to use mode for still
life photos etc. in One-shot AF
Single-point AF is a mode where one manually selected
AF point is used to focus. For experienced
photographers or when it is easy to track the subject
with a single AF point, AI Servo AF can be utilized when
continuously shooting moving subjects, however, this
mode is more effective for shooting still life and
landscapes with One-shot AF mode.
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AF area selection mode
Focusing on a small or narrow area
You can pinpoint focus on exactly the location you want
When set to [Single -po int Spot AF], a small re ct angle is
displayed inside the manually selected AF point.
[Single-point Spot AF] mode can be used to
focus on a small area of the subject. Pinpoint
focusing on a single part of the subject is
effective for focusing on narrow areas and
subjects close to an obstruction with differing
distances. For example, in general, eyes are
focused on for portraits, however, by using
[Single-point Spot AF] you can focus with a high
degree of accuracy on the exact location of
your choice. This is effective for shooting small
wild animals. This is also useful when
photographing helmeted subjects in sports,
where you can avoid placing the AF point on
the edge of the helmet close to the eye,
enabling you to accurately focus on the actual
eye of the subject. As [Single-point Spot AF]
only focuses on one very small area, it is not
really suited to capturing fast moving subjects
when set to AI Servo AF and may take longer to
focus than other AF area selection modes.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.
When shooting a
close-up of a face in
a portrait, it is
important to focus
on the eye closest to
you. If you use
Single-point Spot AF,
the focus will not
accidentally lock on
a point close to the
eye (such as the
eyebrow), but will
pinpoint focus on
exactly the location
you want.
Single-point Spot
AF was used for
focus on the tiny
eyes of a wild
squirrel. Single
point AF is effective
when you want to
focus on an
extremely small
point on the screen.
This is also effective
for when you want
to focus on a small
location in the
center of the screen
Spot AF

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AF area selection mode
For fast moving subjects that are difficult to track with a single AF point
This mode is ideal for sports photography
Shooting with AF
point expansion
(up, down, left,
and right)
AF point expansion
(surrounding points)
Viewfinder
display of [AF
point expansion].
The manually
selected AF point
and surrounding
points lights up.
[Up, down, left, and right] and [surrounding] options can be selected according to the
difficulty of reading the movement, and the relative importance to the central AF point
Hints and tips
When shooting subjects which might be difficult to determine movement, select [surrounding] mode,
and when you want to focus on the area covered by the central (manually selected) AF point it's best to
select the [Up, down, left, and right] mode.
[AF point expansion] is an [AF area selection
mode] that is best selected when shooting
sports. Using this setting shifts the focus point
used from a manually selected AF point, to an
adjacent (up, down, left, and right, or
surrounding) AF point, to aid focus tracking.
When using this setting it is easier to obtain the
desired composition as the subject is captured
centering around the manually selected AF
point. Based on the subject's movement
characteristics, (i.e. likelihood of subject moving
from the selected AF point) and the size of the
subject within the frame, select either [AF point
expansion] or [AF area selection mode]. In
addition, when the subject has a lot of
movement, setting Case 5 or Case 6 from the
AF Configuration Tool is also recommended.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.
With Point expansion (surrounding), the user-selected AF point and surrounding AF points (up to 8) are used to
track the subject. To zoom in on a scene with curving movement such as motocross jumps, Point expansion
(surrounding) is effective because it uses more AF points.
AF point expansion is a versatile mode that can be used in a wide variety of situations, including spor ts
competitions with intense movement. AF point expansion (up, down, left, right) is the perfect setting for tracking
and shooting somewhat small subjects that move in a straight line and down such as kayak drop scenes.
AF point expansion

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AF area selection mode
Effective for capturing subjects within a known area
For larger subjects or subjects that move over a larger area
The selected AF points display in [Zone AF].
The 65 AF points are divided into three blocks, left, center, and right, and each
has upper, central, and lower zones, and the desired location can be selected
from these nine zones.
Selection can be made from nine focusing zones
With the [Zone AF] mode, one of nine focusing
zones can be selected, and the AF point is
automatically selected from within that zone.
Zone AF differs from [AF point expansion] with
it’s manually selected AF point, which AF
tracking is based around. With Zone AF the
camera determines the closest subject within
the zone and focuses. This is more suited for
situations (the subject has no obstacles that
may block the AF points). This mode is easy to
use when you want to focus on areas of the
subject that are a larger size, making it possible
to easily capture the appropriate area.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.
This photo of a
quick-flying bird was
shot with Zone AF,
and the
user-selected center
and upper AF frames
were set. Zone AF is
effective for when
you want to capture
a moving subject
within a specific
area.
Zone AF

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Large Zone AFAF area selection mode
Effective for the left, center, and right of the screen, and for capturing the subject in a general area
Capture subjects in a large zone (surface)
When [Large Zone AF] is
set, the area in the
selected zone will be
displayed.
This is a photo of an airplane shot
against the sky with Large Zone AF.
The right zone is selected and you
follow the plane and take the shot as
the nose enters the zone. The AF point
is automatically selected on the right
side of the screen and the camera
focuses on the appropriate location.
You can select large zones from left, center, and right blocks. AF frames will
automatically be selected inside the selected zone.
Select from three zones: Left, Center, Right
The newest AF area selection mode on the EOS
7D Mark II is Large Zone AF. This new mode
features larger zones (left, center, or right in the
screen) than Zone AF, and automatically selects
AF points for focusing. Just as with Zone AF, the
camera determines the closest subject within the
zone and focuses. Even when shooting close-ups
of a subject, this feature is effective for keeping
the subject in a general area such as the left,
center, or right of the screen.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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AF area selection mode
AI Servo AF with all 65 points used for automatic tracking
Effective for portrait photography while moving
When using [One-Shot AF], a single AF point is selected automatically from the
65 points. When using [AI Servo AF], AF starts from the manually selected AF
point and then selects the most appropriate from all 65 points.
One-Shot AF AI Servo AF
In [AI Servo AF] setting, the AF point to the left
of the screen is selec ted. Once the person is
captured at that position, 65-point automatic AF
selection switches points, focuses, and shoots
continuously. With EOS iTR AF color and face
detection tracking, the person is accurately and
continuously focused on.
The person is captured with the AF point
toward the left of the screen, and the AF
point then switches for shooting
Hints and tips
With [AI Servo AF] mode, it is possible to start
shooting using a manually selected AF frame
covering the subject. This makes continue
tracking of the subject easy. For convenience
it is possible to select the same start position
for Single Point AF and 65 Point automatic
selection AF and switch between the two as
required.
When [65-point automatic selection] is set in [AI
Servo AF], AF begins from the single selected AF
point, and AF switching is carried out using all
65 AF points. This mode is convenient because
it is possible to capture subjects in a wide area
where AF points are located, however, caution
is required as tracking can become difficult
under some shooting conditions. 65-point
automatic selection is effective for when AF
point expansion and Zone AF are insufficient for
detecting subject movement (For example, small
objects moving around freely or small animals).
This feature is also effective for when you want
to quickly open up space in a composition to
shoot. The subject you are aiming for is
captured by a selected single point (such as near
the center) and shooting begins. Then, while
shooting continuously, move the camera (lens)
left or right to shoot. Doing so lets you move to
the right or left of the subject’s position and
continue focusing while changing the composition.
This is an effective technique for framing utilizing
space while shooting continuously.
Blue color of focus point is for illustration.
65-point automatic selection AF

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EF-S24mm f/2.8 STM EF-S17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM EF14mm f/2.8L II USM EF20mm f/2.8 USM
EF24mm f/1.4L II USM EF24mm f/2.8 IS USM EF28mm f/1.8 USM EF28mm f/2.8 IS USM
EF35mm f/1.4L USM EF35mm f/2 IS USM EF40mm f/2.8 STM EF50mm f/1.2L USM
EF50mm f/1.4 USM EF50mm f/1.8 II EF85mm f/1.2L II USM EF85mm f/1.8 USM
EF100mm f/2 USM EF135mm f/2L USM EF135mm f/2L USM+ Extender EF1.4x EF200mm f/2.8L II USM
EF300mm f/2.8L IS II USM EF400mm f/2.8L IS II USM EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
EF70-200mm f/2.8L USM EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM*1TS-E45mm f/2.8 TS-E90mm f/2.8
EF-S60mm f/2.8 Macro USM EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
EF50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro EF50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro+
LIFE SIZE Converter EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM EF100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
EF135mm f/2L USM + Extender
EF2x EF180mm f/3.5L Macro USM EF200mm f/2.8L II USM+ Extender
EF1.4x(or EF2x)
EF300mm f/2.8L IS II USM+
Extender EF1.4x(or EF2x)
EF300mm f/4L IS USM*2EF400mm f/2.8L IS II USM+
Extender EF1.4x(or EF2x) EF400mm f/4 DO IS USM*2EF400mm f/4 DO IS II USM*2
EF400mm f/5.6L USM EF500mm f/4L IS II USM*2EF600mm f/4L IS II USM*2EF8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM
EF16-35mm f/4L IS USM EF17-40mm f/4L USM EF24-70mm f/4L IS USM EF24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM EF28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM+
Extender EF1.4x(or EF2x)
EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM+
Extender EF1.4x(or EF2x) EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM*2EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM EF70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM
EF70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM
Extender1.4x*2TS-E17mm f/4L*3
TS-E24mm f/3.5L*3TS-E24mm f/3.5L II*3
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/2.8 and f/5.6 cross-type
points (Dual cross-type)
f/2.8 cross-type points
f/5.6 vertical line detection line
sensor
f/5.6 horizontal line detection line
sensor
Major lenses
f/2.8 and f/5.6 cross-type
points (Dual Cross points)
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 cross-type points
65-point cross-type AF
High-performance cross-type tracking for all 65 points
Capture subjects with 65 AF points spread out in a wide configuration in the frame
This is the EOS 7D Mark II 65 cross-t ype
po int d iag ram . The single p oint at the
center is an f/2.8 cross-type point and f/5.6
cross-type point (Dual cross-type) and all
other 64 points are f/5.6 cross-type points.
These points make high-precision focusing
possible without missing the subject.
A new AF system with 65 all cross-type
AF points
The EOS 7D Mark II is equipped
with a newly-developed AF sensor
that features 65 AF points. All are
cross-type points and the center 5
points are arrayed in a staggered
pattern, further improving tracking
performance.
Newly-developed 65-point AF
sensor
The EOS 7D Mark II is equipped with a new
65-point AF system that goes beyond the 61 AF
points on the top of the line EOS-1D X. Because
these points are arrayed in a wide area on the
screen, you can focus on any point you want
nearly up to the edges of the screen. One other
feature of this new 65-point AF system is that
all of the points use the Cross Sensor with high-
performance tracking abilities. Cross-type
points, which are not easily confused by subject
patterns make it possible to accurately track
subjects. Additionally, the single point at the
center is an f/2.8 and f/5.6 Dual Cross-type
point which enables high-precision focusing
when using a bright lens with a maximum
aperture value up to f/2.8. When using an
extender, AF is possible using the single center
point, even on a lens with a total maximum
aperture of f/8. The cross points and point
patterns (cross points/number of points on line)
available for cross-type points differ depending
on the type of lens being used. Check the
groups in A to G on p. 33 to 35 to find your
lens.
Lens group designations
The coloring in the diagram is for explanation purposes. It differs
from the color in the actual viewfinder.
EF-S17-55mm
f/2.8 IS USM
EF70-200mm
f/2.8L IS II USM
65 AF points (1) Lens groups compatible with 65 cross-type points
Major lenses
AF can be carried out using 65 points. You can
choose all AF area selection modes.
AF can be carried out using 65 points. You can
choose all AF area selection modes.
Group A
65 cross-type points, single center
point is f/2.8 Dual Cross
Group B
All 65 points are cross-type points
*1: When combining lenses and extenders with
*1”, focusing may be inaccurate when using AF.
For details, refer to the user guide supplied with
the extender.
*2 also uses B type when using Extender EF1.4x
*3 Focal display available when using manual
focus (When not using tilt or shift).

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65 AF points (2) Lens groups compatible with 65 AF points
65 AF points (4) Lens groups compatible with 5 AF points
65 AF points (3) Lens groups compatible with 45 AF points
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EF-S10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II USM EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 III EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM EF20-35mm f/3.5-4.5 USM EF35-135mm f/4-5.6 USM EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 USM
EF100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 USM
EF-S10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM EF1200mm f/5.6L USM
EF28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 EF28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 II EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 USM
EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 II EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 II USM EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 III USM EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 IV USM
EF28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 V USM EF35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 EF35-70mm f/3.5-4.5A EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 PZ
EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 II E EF38-76mm f/4.5-5.6 EF80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 USM EF80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II
EF24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 USM EF35-350mm f/3.5-5.6L USM EF55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 USM EF55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM
EF80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 EF90-300mm f/4.5-5.6 EF90-300mm f/4.5-5.6 USM EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
Group C
AF carried out with 45 cross-type
points out of 65
Group G
AF carried out with 1
cross-type center point
out of 5points out of 45
Group F
AF carried out with 15
cross-type points out of 45
Group E
AF carried out with 25 cross-type
points out of 45
Group D
AF carried out with 35 cross-type
points out of 65
Major lenses
EF35-105mm f/4.5-5.6 EF35-105mm f/4.5-5.6 USM EF300mm f/4L USM + Extender
EF2x
EF300mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender
EF2x
EF400mm f/4 DO IS USM+
Extender EF2x
EF400mm f/4 DO IS II USM+
Extender EF2x
EF400mm f/5.6L USM+ Extender
EF1.4x
EF500mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender
EF2x
EF500mm f/4L IS II USM+ Extender
EF2x
EF500mm f/4.5L USM+ Extender
EF1.4x
EF600mm f/4L USM + Extender
EF2x
EF600mm f/4L IS USM+ Extender
EF2x
EF600mm Ff/4L IS II USM+
Extender EF2x
EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM+ Extender
EF1.4x
EF1200mm f/5.6L USM+ Extender
EF1.4x
EF70-200mm f/4L USM+ Extender
EF2x
EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM+
Extender EF2x
EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM+
Extender EF1.4x
EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender1.4x:
: With built-in Ext 1.4×+ Extender EF1.4x
EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM
Extender1.4x + Extender EF2x
Major lenses
EF180mm f/3.5L Macro USM+ Extender EF1.4x EF22-55mm f/4-5.6 USM EF28-105mm f/4-5.6
EF28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 USM EF35-80mm f/4-5.6 III
Major lenses
Major lenses
Major lenses
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 horizontal line
detection line sensor
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 horizontal line
detection line sensor
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 horizontal line
detection line sensor
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 cross-type points
f/5.6 vertical line detection line sensor
f/5.6 vertical line detection line sensor
(Cannot be selected)
f/5.6 horizontal line detection line sensor
f/5.6 horizontal line detection line sensor
(Cannot be selected)
AF cannot use f/5.6 horizontal line
detection line sensor
Unavailable AF points
Unavailable AF points
EF-S10-22mm f/ 3.5-4.5 USM EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
EF300mm F4L IS USM Extender EF2× III
AF can be carried out using 65 points. You can choose
all AF area selection modes.
AF can be carried out using 45 points (65 point AF is not available).
You can choose all AF area selection modes. The outer frame (AF
AF can be carried out with the center point, or points in up, down,
left, or right directions (up, down, left, right AF points cannot be
selected. This functions only when AF point expansion is selected).
The following AF area selection modes are available: Single-point
area frame) that indicates the AF area during automatic AF
selection differs from 65-point automatic selection.
AF (Manual selection), Single-point Spot AF (Manual selection), and
AF point expansion (Manual selection). When an extender is
attached to the lens, AF can be carried out when the maximum
aperture value is f/8 (from f/5.6 to f/8).
AF can be carried out using 65 points. You can choose
all AF area selection modes.
AF can be carried out using 45 points (65 point AF is not available). You can choose all AF area
selection modes. The outer frame (AF area frame) that indicates the AF area during automatic AF
selection differs from 65-point automatic selection.
*“ Ext EF.14x” stands for Extender EF1.4x. Extender EF1.4x and Extender EF2x are common to types I/II/III (in the group classification).
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Release property settings during Servo AI [AF2 tab/AF3 tab]
AF operation and Image/Focusing Priority settings
You can set whether focusing or shutter-release has priority
1
2
You can decide whether to put priority on focusing or
shutter-release
Characteristics for the first shot [AI Servo 1st image priority]
Characteristics during continuous shooting [AI Servo 2nd image priority]
Image/Focusing parameters during AI Servo
[Set in the AF 2 tab]
This setting gives an equal priority to both focus
and shutter-release
Equal priority
This setting gives an equal priority to both focus
and shooting speed during continuous shooting.
The speed of continuous shooting may also slow
down when it is dark, or in low-contrast.
Equal priority
This setting gives priority to shutter-release and
will capture an image even if it is out of focus. It is
effective when you want to minimize any delay
when shooting, sacrificing AF performance
Release priority
This setting gives priority to a continuous shooting
speed rather than priority on focus. Continuous
shooting speed will not drop.
Shooting speed priority
This setting gives priority to focusing on a subject
and it cannot capture an image unless it is in focus.
It is recommended when you want to ensure your
images are in focus sacrificing response speed.
Focus priority
This setting gives priority to focusing rather than
continuous shooting speed. It cannot shoot a
picture unless it is in focus, greatly reducing
continuous shooting speed.
Focus priority
You can decide whether to put priority on focusing or
shutter-release
[One-Shot AF release priority]
Image/Focusing parameter for One-Shot AF
[Set in the AF3 tab]
You cannot shoot a picture unless it is in focus. It is
ef fective when y ou wa nt to shoo t onl y af ter
focusing on the subject.
Release priority
Priority is on the shooting timing rather than focus.
It is recommended only when you want to put
priority on capturing brief photo opportunities
rather than focus.
Focus priority
The [AF2] and [AF3] tabs include settings related
to AF operation parameters and shutter-release
timing. With these items it is possible to set
which has priority (or a balance) between
focusing with AF, and the shutter-release.
The [AF2] tab contains the [AI Servo 1st image
priority] and [AI Servo 2nd image priority]
parameters for AI Servo AF. The priority on
focus and shutter-release can be set for both
the 1st image and subsequent images during
continuous shooting. With [Focus priority],
shooting is delayed until after the camera has
focus on a subject (this could be just a few
milliseconds). With [Release priority/Shooting
speed priority] shooting takes place instantly
without waiting to focus, resulting in possible
out of focus images. The default [Balance
priority] sets equal priority on both (attempting
to focus without major delays to shutter release
timings), ideal for most shooting situations.
When using One Shot AF the shooting priority
can also be altered via the [One-Shot AF release
priority] option in the [AF3] tab. The priority of
focusing and shutter-release can be altered in
the same way as about during AI servo AF.
However there is no [Balance priority], and
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A
Horizontal
position
By changing the camera's orientation, the set AF points and modes will switch automatically
Change the camera position and select the desired AF point or AF mode
Utilizing the AF point setting and registration
Automatically switching of AF points for horizontal
and vertical shooting
Presetting the AF points, makes it easier to capture the desired composition for
horizo ntal and vertical shooting
Use [Orientation linked AF
point] in the [AF4] tab to set
the AF points for each
orientation
B
Vertical
position with
grip at the top
C
Vertical
position
with grip at
the bottom
First, select [Separate AF pts: Area+pt] from
[Orientation linked AF point]. Next, select the
AF area selection mode and the manually
selected AF point for each of the positions
(orientation) of A) Horizontal position, B)
Vertical position with grip at the top, and if
required C) Vertical position with grip at the
bottom. The settings will automatically be
r e m e m b e r e d . N o w , f o r e a c h o f t h e s e
orientations the camera will automatically
switch to the select mode and AF points.
Select the AF frame for each
Set up steps
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3
2
Select the [Separate AF
points] options from
[Orientation linked AF point]
Select the [AF area selection mode]
in each position
[Separate AF points:Point only] is newly-
added to [Orientation linked AF point].
This lets you set different AF points but
use the same AF area selection mode
for vertical and Horizontal positions.
Because settings are simple, this is an
excellent feature for shooting in the
vertical and horizontal positions set in
the [AF area selection mode].
During sporting events or concerts, it is
common to change the camera between
horizontal and vertical positions. The EOS 7D
Mark II is equipped with an abundance of AF
frames to choose from - 65 points to be exact.
This provides a high degree of freedom when
composing shots, however, one downfall is that
when the uppermost left AF point is selected
for shooting while the camera is held in the
horizontal position is that when the grip is
switched to the vertical position, the AF point
ends up in the bottommost lower left of the
screen. If you want to keep the entire body of
the athlete in the frame while focusing on their
face, you must choose another AF point.
In situations like this, AF point settings for each
position are especially useful. By selecting
[Separate AF pts: Area+pt] from [Orientation
linked AF point], individual settings for each of
the AF area selection modes and the manually
selected AF points can be stored in camera
memory. In the previous case, for example, if
you set the center upper edge AF point
beforehand when in the vertical position with
the grip at the top, it is possible to have the AF
point line up with the position of the face
instantly when switching from the horizontal to
vertical position.
[Separate AF pts:Pt only]
Switch even the [AF area selection
mode] in [Select separate AF points:
Area + points]
[Orientation linked AF point] in
[Separate AF points: Pt only]
It is now possible to have different AF points but use the same [Af area selection mode],
for simple AF operation. This is convenient simply switching AF frames