Canon EOS A2E Instrukcja Użytkownika

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Flash exposure compensation mode indicatorIn-focus indicator (During autofo- cusing: Lights when subject is focused, blinks at 8 Hz when focus is

* The bracketing amount is also displayed in the viewfinder.3) Set the command dial to the desired shooting mode and take pictures.• To canc

10. Multiple ExposureHelpful HintsWhen taking multiple exposures on a single frame, you should decrease the exposure value for each exp

Up to nine exposures can be made on oneframe by presetting the number of multipleexposures with the main dial.1) Press the function button so th

11. Bulb (Long Exposure) OperationUse this mode when long exposures are required, such as for pictures of night scenes and fireworks

12. Self-timer FunctionWhen using the self-timer, place the camera on a tripod or a steady surface. The picture is□ (j)|[^@iJ5JPressing the s

taken approximately 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.1) Press the self-timer button.* Ci) appears in the LCD panel.2) Compose th

V Custom Function ControlIr n~iLL...The number in the LCD panel alternates between 0 and 1 each time the custom function set button i

Sixteen types of custom functions are provided to let you customize the camera according to your personal preferences and shooting

Custom Functions (when the number in the LCD panei is 1)CF1.Sets automatic film rewind to highspeed mode.Film is rewound at approximately t

CF9:Fixes the shutter speed at 1 /200 sec when using flash.When shooting indoors with flash in aperture-priority AE mode, the camera

Table of ContentsPrecautions...7I Button & Dial Operation...8II Camera Prepa

VI Reference 1. Exposure WarningsShooting modeBlinking display warningMeaningCorrective actionShutter speed 30" and maximum aperture of the lens

Exposure Warnings When Using FlashShooting modeBlinking display warning MeaningCorrective actionP (Program AE)гsíl_ггWhen using daylight fill- in flas

2. Program Line CharacteristicsThis camera is equipped with advanced “Intelligent Program AE” which chooses the best shutter speed/ape

Program Shift Characteristics* • indicates the shutter speed/aperture combinations with program shift.(EF 50mm f/1.8- example with shift at EV12)so 15

3. Function Combination ChartsImage Zone Mode Function CombinationsShooting modeAF modeAFfocusingpointselectionFilm winding modeMetering mode Built-i

VII AccessoriesThe accessories described in this section are sold separately.Vertical Grip 0^G1O)This dedicated grip is equipped with a

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Speedlite 430EZThis professional flash unit is designed with advanced features and a powerful guide number of 141-ft/43-meters (at ISO

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Focusing ScreensSix interchangeable focusing screens are available to suit various applications. Each comes with a special tool for sim

4. M (Manual exposure)...445. DEP (Depth-of-Field AE)...456. X (Flash sync mode)...

(4)Matte Screen with Scale (Ed-H)Used for close-up shooting, enlarging and microphotography. Scales profs)vided at the center and edges

CasesKeep the camera in its case to protect it while carrying.Canon offers two special semi-hard cases designed for use with this c

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Dioptric Adjustment LensesAttaching a Dioptric Adjustment Lens E to the viewfinder eyepiece makes viewing and focusing easier without

Eye Cup (Ed-E)When attached to the camera viewfinder, the Eye Cup Ed-E keeps out sunlight, or strong light from other sources, improv

Remote Switch 60T3This switch connects to the camera’s 3-pin remote control socket and allows you to take pictures by pressing the re

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CAMERA CARE CleaningKeep your camera in top condition by following these suggestions for periodic cleaning. See the precautions on pag

Liquid Crystal Display/Battery Notes 1) LCD InformationThe LCD panel uses liquid crystal to show exposure information. After about five

2. Release the shutter onceIf the battery indicator stops blinking, the problem is corrected and you can continue using the camera n

Precautions1) This camera is not resistant to waterand should not be used outdoors in snow or rain. If accidentally dropped in water, con

• Battery performance deteriorates slightly in temperatures below 32T/0°C. Keep the camera and especially a spare battery close to you

SpecificationsTYPE AND MAJOR COMPONENTSType: 35mm focal plane shutter SLR (single-lens reflex) camera with autofocus, auto exposure, built-in f

EXPOSURE CONTROLLight Metering: TTL full-aperture metering using 'a 16-zone SPC (silicon photocell) Three metering modes available: evaluativ

Film Wind: Automatic using dedicated miniature motor Three modes are available: single exposure, continuous exposure (3 fps maximum) and high-speed c

X-sync ShuRer Speed: Automatically set to 1 /60-1 /200 sec in program modes according to TTL flash AE program Automatically set to 30-1/200 sec in ape

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may n

6) The battery may explode or cause burns if disassembled, recharged, shorted, exposed to high temperatures, or disposed of in fire.7

I Button & Dial OperationCommand DialTurn to select the shooting mode. Setting the dial to the "L” position locks the dial and turns off the

Film Winding Mode ButtonPress this button and operate the main dial to select the desired film winding mode( □ : Single exposure, Qi : Continuous ex

II Camera Preparations 1. Loading and Checking the Batteryu ®3jvAll buttons used for changing camera functions are equipped with a six-se

If nothing at all is displayed in the LCD panel, the battery may be inserted backwards. Remove the battery and reinsert it correc

Battery Life (Number of film rolls)TemperatureFlash not used50%flash use100% flash useNormal(+20'’C/68T)40 rolls 20 rolls 12 rollsLow(-20'’C

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2. Lens Attachment12

1) Remove the camera body cap.2) Align the red dots on the lens and camera body, then rotate the lens clockwise until it locks in pla

3. Film Loading and Rewind

1) Move the command dial to a position other than “ H2) Open the back cover by sliding the back cover latch down.3) Insert the film

The shutter curtain operates with extremely high precision and can be easily damaged if touched. When loading or unloading film, be careful

Film rewindThe film automatically rewinds after the last frame Is shot. During rewinding, the LCD panel’s frame counter counts down,

4. Film Speed Setting(£S'Film speed displayThe manual film speed setting range is ISO 6-6400.6, 8,10,12,16, 20, 25, 32, 40, 50, 64

Automatic film speed settingWhen DX film is loaded, the film speed is set automatically according to the DX code on the film cartridge

5. Eye Controlled Focus CalibrationWhat is Eye Controlled Focus?Eye Controlled Focus is a new feature which enables the camera to automati

Display PanelThis camera uses a large liquid crystal display panel to display shooting information. The diagram below shows all the infor

1) Turn the command dial to the “ QB ” position.• "OFF” is displayed in the LCD panel.2) Turn the main dial to the desired ca

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* If an intermittent beep tone is heard and the calibration number blinks, temporarily move the command dial to a position other th

3) Simultaneously press the AE lock button and AF focusing point selection button.• The calibration number blinks in the LCD panel to indicate that t

Shooting Preparations 1. Using the Eye Controlled Focus FeatureThe preparations described in this section are available only when the command dial is

1) Turn the command dial to a creative zone position.2) Press the AF focusing point selection button.• The currently selected AF frame lights

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6) Turn the command dial to the desired shooting mode.• “ i> ’’appearsintheviewfinderand“ <-I> ” appears in the LCD panel.7) Loo

NomenclatureAccessory Shoe- FlashLCD Panel- Self-timer Button Main DialShutter Button---------------^Grip/BatteryCompartmentBattery Cover Latch AF Aux

If the camera cannot determine which AF frame you are looking at:1) “ i> " blinks in the viewfinder and the camera automatical

• If calibration is repeated at the same calibration number but with a different eye, or if successive calibrations are performed by

Eye controlled depth-of-field checkWhen using the Eye Controlled Focus feature in a creative zone shooting mode, you can check the de

As long as Eye Controlled Focus mode is on, eye controlled depth-of-field check is possible even when the focusing point is select

2. Other Methods of Selecting the AF Focusing PointManual focusing point selectionAt any time in creative zone, you can manually select th

Automatic focusing point seiectionThe camera automatically selects the AF frame according to the shooting conditions.26

1) Turn the command dial to the “ QB ” position.2) Turn the main dial until the LCD panel displays “OFF.”3) Turn the command dial to a creative z

3. Selecting the Film Winding ModeThree film winding modes are available: single exposure mode, continuous exposure mode and high-speed c

□ (Single exposure)The film advances one frame after each picture is taken. After taking a picture, let up on the shutter button s

4. Selecting the AF ModeWhen the subject is focused in One-shot AF mode, the corresponding AF frame lights red in the viewfinder, and the in-foc

NomenclatureEye CupViewfinder Eyepiece Film Winding Mode Button AF Mode ButtonFilm Check WindowMetering Mode ButtonFunction Button Back CoverTripod So

Three types of autofocusing are available: One-shot AF, Al Servo AF and Al Focus AF. Al Focus AF is active only in Full Auto (

* Predictive focus functionPredictive focus detects the distance and speed of the subject and then predicts the subject position so that the sub

One-shot AFUse this mode with stationary subjects. The shutter wiii not reiease untii the subject is focused. Exposure is determined

When Eye Controlled Focus Is ON: Thecamera continuously focuses and tracks the subject using only the selected focusing point.• The select

Al Focus AFThis mode is active only when the command dial is set to Full Auto ( □ ) mode. The camera automatically selects One-sho

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Manual Focusing1) Set the lens’ focus mode switch to M.* All AF mode indicators in the LCD panel go out.2) Turn the lens’ manual focusing ring unti

5. Selecting the Metering ModeThree metering modes are available: evaluative metering, spot metering and center- weighted average metering

(Evaluative metering)Use this mode for general subjects. The exposure setting is based on the focusing point in usé, taking into ac

6. Exposure CompensationWhen taking pictures in an AE shooting mode, you can use the quick control dial to vary the exposure accordi

Quick Control Dial SwitchQuick Control DialAE Lock/Custom Function Set ButtonAF Focusing Point Selection ButtonFilm Rewind Button3-pin Remote Co

1) Set the quick control dial switch to I2) Focus the subject and confirm the exposure.3) Turn the quick control dial to set the desired exposure

7. Turning Off the Beeper34

The beeper tone used to indicate self-timer operation in creative zone modes can be turned off and on as follows.1) Set the command dial

8. Using the Built-in FlashThe built-in flash zooms automatically to adjust the flash illumination angle according to the lens focal

The flash can be used in any mode. It is particularly useful for low-light, backlit, or fill-in flash situations.1) Press the flash

When the red-eye reduction function is set and the shutter button is pressed halfway, the bar indicators in the LCD panel and viewfinder light up for

Red-eye Reduction FunctionThe subject’s eyes may appear red in flash photos due to a phenomenon called “red eye,” caused by light ref

1) Press the function button so that “ <§> ” appears in the LCD panel.2) Turn the main dial to select "1 ” or “0” in the LCD panel.1: Red

Flash Shooting Distance Range (using the EF 28~105mm f/3.5-4.5 USM)(m/it)ISO28mm80mmNegative filmSlide film Negative filmSlide film1001-53/33-174 1-37

IntroductionThank you for selecting a Canon EOS camera.This camera is an autofocus SLR camera developed specifically to provide the high

9. Flash Exposure Compensation

This function lets you vary the automatic flash exposure level of the built-in flash and EOS external flash units. The flash exposu

After setting the desired compensation amount, it is a good idea to set the quick control dial switch to O to prevent accidental

Flash Exposure Compensation Priority ChartWhen flash exposure compensation (FEC) is set on the camera and/or an EOS external flash uni

IV Shooting Modes & Functions

1. P (Program AE)In this mode, the camera automatically sets both the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness.1)

2. Tv (Shutter-priority AE)42

In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture according to the lighting conditions.1) Set the c

3. Av (Aperture-priority AE)

In this mode, you set the aperture and thecamera automatically sets the shutter speedaccording to the lighting conditions.1) Set the command dial to

AttentionIMPORTANT INFORMATIONThis camera will give optimum performance together with specially designed Canon EF lenses, flash units and ot

4. M (Manual exposure)Correct exposureUse this position as the reference point when determining exposure.4E>OverexposureIUnderexposure44

This mode lets you set both the shutter speed and aperture. Use this mode when you need complete control of exposure for creative

5. DEP (Depth-of-Field AE)

This mode places everything between two freely set points in the foreground and background within the zone of focus.1) Set the command d

WMlWtiriiPIf the aperture value blinks, the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Use a wide-angle lens or move farther from the subject and rep

5) Compose the picture and press the shutter button halfway to confirm the exposure.* The correct exposure value for the design

To cancel depth-of-field AE in mid-operation, turn the command dial to another position.When using a zoom lens, do not zoom the le

Flash cannot be used effectively in depth- of-field AE mode. Use of flash will provide the same result as using flash in Program A

6. X (Flash sync mode)[Attention]The diagram on the right shows the contact points of the camera's PC terminal, please note that if an ext

Use this mode for flash photography using a non-dedicated external flash unit (such as a studio strobe) connected to the camera’s P

Viewfinder informationThe diagram below shows all the information displayed simultaneously for explanation only. The viewfinder never act

7. Image Zone Shooting ModesImage zone shooting modes automatically set all camera functions such as metering, film winding and AF mode

O (Full Auto)This setting allows you to take pictures in any situation with point and shoot sinniicity. Focusing, exposure and film

^ (Portrait)Set this mode to create a sharply focused subject against a blurred background for flattering portraits.• Hold the shutter

U (Landscape)Set this mode for vivid landscape pictures with everything sharply focused from near to far. When using a zoom lens, se

(Close-up)Set this mode to use the lens’ built-in macro function and take striking close-ups of small objects such as flowers and I

(Sports)Use this setting for taking pictures of sporting events or other situations with fast-moving subjects. The camera continuously

8. AE LockWhen you press the AE lock button,*lights in the viewfinder to indicate that AE lock is set. Once * appears the exposure

9. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)Use auto exposure bracketing in AE and manual exposure modes to take a sequence of pictures at diffe

Auto exposure bracketing is particularly effective when using slide filnn, which produces noticeably different results with even smal

Auto exposure bracketing is carried out in each mode as foiiows:P: Both the shutter speed and aperture vaiue are shifted.Av, DEP, M: Only