Canon EOS 7D Mark II (G) User manual

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

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Features of
The AF system on EOS 7D Mark II
Chapter 1
AF Conguration Tool
Chapter 2
AF area selection modes
Ground-breaking AF setting controls
Chapter 3
65-point cross-type AF and
lens group designations
Chapter 4
Utilizing AF and the new Viewnder
Chapter 5
Recommended settings
*In photograph of the guide book,
blue color of focus point is for illustration.

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Features of
The AF system on EOS 7D Mark II
The newly-designed 65-point AF and
versatile AF area selection mode makes
it possible to accurately focus on
quick-moving subjects.
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 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.
*Number of available
AF points, cross-type
points, and Dual
cross-type points
vary depending on
the lens.

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This model is equipped with the same
AF CongurationTool as the EOS-1D X,
making the optimum AI Servo AF
settings possible to match the
movement characteristics of the subject.
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.

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Ground-breaking AF setting
controls
AF-related setting items
in the AF menu
Display tab location
Tab name
All AF-related menu functions now in a
separate menu
The AF1 tab includes
the AF Configuration Tool
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.

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The Various AF-related functions are
now incorporated into an AF menu tab
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. 9 – 31 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.

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Various settings for AF functions can be
made with AF menu tabs [AF2] - [AF5]
The [AF2] tab includes settings 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.
AF2 AI Servo
Settings related to the
camera priorities when
using AI Servo AF
AF3 One-Shot
Settings related to
focusing and
shutter-release timing
when using One-Shot
AF release priority
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 [AF-assist beam
firing], control the manual focus operation of some
lenses and the operation of AF assist function of
attached Speedlites.

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This menu includes detailed settings related to AF point
selection.
For example, Select AF area selection mode, AF area
selection method, Orientation linked AF point,etc..
AF4
Includes general
settings related to AF
point selection
This menu includes detailed settings related to display of
AF points.
For example, AF point display during
focus, View finder display illumination,etc..
In addition, AF Microadjustment is available for those
who need to make fine adjustments to the focus
position.
AF5
Includes general settings
related to display of AF
points, etc.

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Overview of
AF Conguration Tool
Case 1
Versatile multi-purpose setting
Case 2
Continue to focus-track even
when the subject momentarily
moves from the AF points
Case 3
Focus instantly on subjects that
move into the AF points
Case 4
Focus track subjects that
accelerate or decelerate quickly
Case 5
Focus on subjects with erratic
movement
Case 6
Focus on subjects with erratic
movement and changes in speed
AF Configuration Tool

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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.
The best parameters
for different subjects
and shooting scenes
are combined into
presets from
Case 1 - 6
Overview of
AF Configuration Tool
*This setting is not available with the Single-point Spot
AF(Manual selection) and Single-point AF(Manual
selection) modes
For subjects that change
speed and move erratically*
For erratic subjects, moving in
any direction*
For subjects that accelerate or
decelerate quickly
Instantly focus on subjects
suddenly entering AF points
Continue to track subjects,
ignoring possible obstacles
Versatile multi-purpose
setting
Case 6
Case 5
Case 4
Case 3
Case 2
Case 1

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Select from Case 1 - Case 6 to match
subject scenarios
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]. 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.
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].

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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. This will display the help screen containing
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.
Hints & Tips
Press the
INFO
button
Content
displays on
the help
screen

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Case 1
Versatile multi-purpose setting
Precise and accurate focusing is
possible for a wide range 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.
The [AF Conguration Tool] [Case 1] is
the basic AI Servo AF setting on the
EOS 7D Mark II.
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [0]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [0]
AF point auto switching [0]

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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.

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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
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Case 2
Continue to focus-track even
when the subject momentarily
moves from the AF points
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.
Effective when shooting scenes with
fast moving subjects, or when an
obstacle momentarily appears in front
of the subject
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.
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [-1]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [0]
AF point auto switching [0]
[Locked on : -1]

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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].
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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.
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Case 3 is the ideal setting for situations
when you want to focus quickly
between subjects in the AF points.
Effective when you want to
continuously photograph targeted
athletes one after the other
Case 3
Focus instantly on subjects that
move into the AF points
Parameter default settings
Tracking sensitivity [Responsive: +1]
Acceleration/deceleration tracking [+1]
AF point auto switching [0]
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.

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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.

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Case 3
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.
Accurately focusing on a wild bird that
suddenly jumps into the frame