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Canon EOS-1V HS Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 English Edition INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 3 (autofocusing, exposure control, etc.) with EF lenses. Using a non-EF lens with an EOS camera may result in improper camera or lens operation. Note that the warranty does not cover any camera malfunction or damage occurring with the use of non-Canon accessories.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Handling Precautions ...6 Nomenclature ...8 Conventions Used in this Instruction Booklet ...12 Before You Start ...13 Basic Operation...14 Installing the Battery and Checking the Battery Level...19 Mounting and Detaching a Lens...21 Dioptric Adjustment ...22 Film ID Imprinting ...22 Loading and Unloading Film...25 Quick Start With Program AE ...29 Holding the Camera ...32 Using Autofocus (AF)...33...
  • Page 5 Canceling a Custom Function ...97 Custom Function Settings ...98 Personal Functions...111 Custom Function Group ...112 Recording the Shooting Data ...114 For EOS-1V HS Users...115 Reference Section ...119 Basic Photography Terms ...120 Troubleshooting Guide ...122 Exposure Warning List ...124 Program Line...125 Shutter Speed and Aperture Readouts ...126...

  • Page 6: Handling Precautions

    Canon Service Center. (11) After detaching the lens from the camera, put on the lens caps or put down the lens with the rear end up to avoid scratching the lens surface and electrical contacts.
  • Page 7 In time, the camera's LCD panel display and the LCD display in the viewfinder may fade and become difficult to read. If this happens, have it replaced (at cost) by a Canon Service Center. At low temperatures, the LCD display response may become slower. And at 60˚C or higher temperatures, the display may blacken.

  • Page 8: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature • Reference page numbers are indicated in parentheses. • In the text, camera controls are indicated by their respective icons. Focusing screen (→p.127) Reflex mirror (→p.81) Self-timer lamp (→p.79) Shutter button (→p.14) Depth-of-field preview button (→p.80) Grip (Battery chamber) (→p.19) Grip screw (→p.19) Tripod socket...
  • Page 9 Flash-sync contacts Hot shoe < > Shooting mode button (→p.30) < > Metering mode button / < > Flash exposure compensation button (→p.50 / 89) < > AF mode button (→p.34) < > Film advance mode button (→p.77) < > AEB button (→p.69) <...

  • Page 10: Lcd Panel

    Nomenclature Aperture setting ( DEP points ( , AEB amount ( Focusing point selection mode ( Custom Function setting ( ~ ) Custom Function group ( ~ ) ISO film speed stops ( Date* ( User-settable No. (Film ID) ( Personal Function setting* ( , Shooting mode : Program AE...

  • Page 11: Viewfinder Information

    Viewfinder Information Area AF ellipse Spot metering circle Laser-matte screen Manual exposure icon AE lock indicator Flash-ready indicator FE lock underexposure warning High-speed sync indicator (FP flash) Shutter speed display ( Bulb ( Depth-of-field AE ( Focusing point selection mode ( FE lock display ( Aperture display ( DEP points ( ,...

  • Page 12: Conventions Used In This Instruction Booklet

    See "Nomenclature" on page 8. Reference page numbers are also stated in parentheses (→p.■) • In this instruction booklet, a Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens is used for explaining the procedures. • The procedures are based on the assumption that the Custom Functions are set to the default settings.

  • Page 13: Before You Start

    This chapter explains a few preliminary steps and basic operations of the EOS- 1V which you should know before you start taking pictures. If you will be using the camera for the first time, read this chapter first. If you are familiar with the basic operations of EOS cameras and want to start using the camera right away, see “Quick Start with Program AE”...

  • Page 14: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Main Switch The camera operates only after the < This switch has three settings: Shutter Button You can press the shutter button halfway or all the way. Hold the camera steadily and press the shutter button slowly without any jerking movement.

  • Page 15: Halfway Pressing

    Using the Electronic Dials There are three ways to use the < 1. Press and hold down a button and then turn the < at the LCD panel. When the button is released, you can take a picture. 1 Hold down a button... Basic Operation Halfway pressing When the shutter button is pressed...
  • Page 16 Basic Operation 2. After pressing a button, turn the < When a button is pressed, its function remains active for 6 or 16 seconds. You then look at the LCD panel and turn the < this time. After the function turns off or when you press the shutter button halfway again, the camera will be ready to take a picture.
  • Page 17 There are three ways to use the < 1. While holding down a button, turn the < 2. After pressing and releasing a button, turn the < 3. Just turn the < > dial. Look at the LCD panel to confirm the setting. To restore the button's function or to ready the camera for picture taking, turn the <...
  • Page 18 Basic Operation Resetting the camera to the default settings When the camera is reset, the shooting mode will be set automatically to < > Program AE (→p.29). Resetting all Custom Functions except C.Fn-0 (→p.98) to the default settings Open the side door and press the <...

  • Page 19: Installing The Battery And Checking The Battery Level

    The battery is housed in the camera grip. Remove the grip to install one 2CR5 lithium battery. • For the EOS-1V HS, see page 115. Lithium batteries may not be available in certain areas. Carry a spare battery when going on a trip or when you will use many rolls of film.

  • Page 20: Checking The Battery Level

    : Replace with new battery. (→p.7) • The table shows the number of 24-exposure rolls based on Canon’s tests with a new battery and an EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens. Figures in parentheses are the number of 36-exposure rolls. • Information on battery life with Power Drive Booster PB-E2 or E1 and Battery Pack BP-E1 is provided in the respective instruction booklet.

  • Page 21: Mounting And Detaching A Lens

    Mounting and Detaching a Lens Mounting a Lens Red dots Detaching the Lens • Be careful not to lose the lens caps and body cap. • AF stands for autofocus. • MF or M stands for manual focus. Remove the caps. •...

  • Page 22: Dioptric Adjustment

    Dioptric Adjustment By adjusting the diopter to suit your vision (with or without eyeglasses), the viewfinder image will look clearer. The camera’s adjustable dioptric range is –3 to +1 dpt. If the viewfinder still does not look sharp after you turn the dioptric adjustment knob, use one of the E-series dioptric adjustment lenses (sold separately).
  • Page 23 Be sure to set the user-settable No. before loading the film. The film ID is imprinted automatically as it advances to frame 1 after loading. You cannot set the user-settable No. once the film has been loaded. You also cannot set the film roll No.
  • Page 24 Film ID Imprinting When the film is loaded, the ID icon will be displayed on the LCD • In low temperatures (–10˚C), the liquid crystal used for imprinting the film ID will have a slower response. Therefore, it may take a few seconds for the imprinting to be completed.

  • Page 25: Loading And Unloading Film

    Loading and Unloading Film The shutter curtains have been manufactured at very high precision. Never touch them with your fingers. When loading film, do not touch or damage the curtains with your fingers or film. Loading Film Shutter curtain Open the camera back. •...
  • Page 26 Loading and Unloading Film Right Orange mark Film ID being imprinted Pull the edge of the film leader to the orange mark on the camera. • Hold down the film cartridge while pulling out the film leader. • If the edge of the film leader goes beyond the orange mark, rewind some of the film back into the cartridge.
  • Page 27 • If the film is not loaded properly, the film transport indicator < and the shutter will not work. Reload the film properly. • Infrared film can also be used. (→p.82) In hot and humid environments, do not remove the film packaging until you are ready to load the film.

  • Page 28: Midroll Rewind

    Loading and Unloading Film Unloading Film After the film's last frame is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. Midroll Rewind To rewind the film in midroll, follow the procedure below. During film rewind, pressing the < speed and low-speed (quiet) rewind. Custom Function C.Fn-1 can alter the rewind speed and method.

  • Page 29: Quick Start With Program Ae

    First set the < The Program AE mode is set automatically as the camera's initial shooting mode. (→p.17) AE is an abbreviation for Auto Exposure. For quick and easy picture-taking, use the Program AE mode. This mode sets both the shutter speed and aperture automatically to suit the subject's brightness.
  • Page 30 Quick Start with Program AE Focusing point In-focus indicator Area AF ellipse Select < > on the LCD panel. • While pressing the < turn the < > dial to select < >. Then release the < Focus the subject. •...
  • Page 31 Exposure Warnings If the shutter speed or aperture blinks, it means a correct exposure cannot be obtained. Although the picture can be taken, it may come out too bright or too dark. For details, see “Exposure Warning List” on page 124. •...

  • Page 32: Holding The Camera

    Holding the Camera To obtain sharp pictures, hold the camera still to minimize camera shake. Horizontal shooting • Firmly grasp the camera grip with your right hand, and press your right elbow lightly against your body. • Hold the lens at the bottom with your left hand. •...

  • Page 33: Using Autofocus (Af)

    The Area AF ellipse has 45 focusing points. By selecting the optimum focusing point, autofocusing can be executed while you maintain the desired subject framing. You can also set the AF mode to suit the subject or intended effect. Using Autofocus (AF) First set the <...

  • Page 34: Af Mode Selection

    AF Mode Selection AF stands for ‘autofocus’. The camera has two AF modes: One-Shot AF for still subjects, and AI Servo AF for moving subjects. (AI is an abbreviation for Artificial Intelligence.) Select the AF mode that suits the subject. Set the lens focus mode switch to Set the AF mode.
  • Page 35 One-Shot AF for Still Subjects • When the < > switch is set to < achieved. • If focus cannot be achieved, the in-focus indicator ( ● ) in the viewfinder will blink. If this occurs, a picture cannot be taken even if the shutter button is pressed completely.
  • Page 36 AF Mode Selection AI Servo AF for Moving Subjects • When focus is achieved in the AI Servo AF mode, the viewfinder's in-focus indicator does not light and the beeper does not sound. • If the viewfinder's in-focus indicator blinks, focus cannot be achieved. •...

  • Page 37: Area Af Ellipse And Focusing Points

    Area AF Ellipse and Focusing Points The Area AF ellipse is the area where the camera can focus the subject. The Area AF ellipse has 45 focusing points, making autofocus possible over a wide area in the viewfinder. You can concentrate on composing the picture without worrying about whether a focusing point is covering the subject.

  • Page 38: Focusing Point Selection

    Focusing Point Selection The focusing point can be selected automatically or manually. • Automatic Selection From among the 45 focusing points, the camera selects the focusing point automatically to suit the subject. • Manual Selection (One of three groups of selectable focusing points can be used) (1) You can select one of the 45 focusing points manually.

  • Page 39: Automatic Selection

    Automatic Selection Manual Selection (1) Manual selection of 45 focusing points Center focusing point selected. If double focusing points are selected, focusing point selection will be automatic with both focusing points. If you then select the left or right focusing point, only that focusing point will be active.
  • Page 40 Focusing Point Selection (2) Manual selection limited to 11 focusing points Since the selectable focusing points are limited to 11, you can better concentrate on framing the subject. Although you select the focusing point in the same way as with the 45 focusing points, having fewer selectable focusing points makes it faster to select a focusing point.
  • Page 41 When you select spot metering, it will be linked to the selected focusing point. (→p.52) With C.Fn-18, you can select the center focusing point by pressing (and C.Fn releasing) or holding down the < The manual selection method can be altered as follows: C.Fn (1) C.Fn-11-1 gives the <...

  • Page 42: Focusing Point Registration And Switching

    Focusing Point Registration and Switching By registering the focusing point you often use, you can switch to it instantly. You can register an off-center focusing point which suits your preferred framing or the picture-taking moment. Any of the 45 focusing points can be registered.
  • Page 43 • A focusing point can be registered even when C.Fn-13-1/2 has been set to limit the selectable focusing points to 11. (→p.106) • When C.Fn-13-3 has been used to limit the selectable focusing points to 9, a focusing point cannot be registered. (→p.106) •...

  • Page 44: Focusing Point Activation Area

    Focusing Point Activation Area C.Fn-17 can be set to expand the focusing point's activation area to include more than one active focusing point. (→p.108) • C.Fn-17-1 Expanding the activation area to 7 points (→p.108) This larger activation area makes it easier to focus subjects moving irregularly.

  • Page 45: Focusing An Off-Center Subject

    Focusing an Off-Center Subject To focus a subject not covered by the Area AF ellipse, follow the procedure below. This technique is called focus lock. • Focus lock works only in the One-Shot AF mode. (→p.35) Evaluative metering is recommended with the One-Shot AF mode which locks the autoexposure setting when focus is achieved.
  • Page 46 Focusing an Off-Center Subject AF Sensitivity According to the Lens' Maximum Aperture The EOS-1V's focusing points are all horizontal-line sensitive. However, depending on the maximum aperture of the lens, certain focusing points can achieve higher AF precision. (1) With lenses whose maximum aperture is f/2.8 or larger, the focusing points highlighted in the figure become cross-type sensors sensitive to both vertical and horizontal lines.

  • Page 47: When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)

    When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the in-focus indicator blinks) with certain subjects such as the following: (a) Low-contrast subjects (blue sky, solid-color walls, etc.). (b) Subjects in low light. (c) Extremely backlit or reflective subjects (car with a reflective body, etc.). (d) Overlapping near and far objects (animal in a cage, etc.).

  • Page 48: Manual Focusing

    When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing) Manual Focusing • Select the desired focusing point and press the shutter button halfway while manual focusing. When focus is achieved, the selected focusing point will flash and the in-focus indicator will light. • When the focusing point is selected automatically and the center focusing point achieves focus, it will flash and the in-focus indicator will light.

  • Page 49: Metering Modes

    Evaluative, partial, spot, and centerweighted averaging metering modes are provided. Center spot metering, focusing point-linked spot metering, and multi-spot metering can also be set. Select the metering mode that suits the subject or your photographic intention. First set the < Evaluative metering Partial metering Spot metering...

  • Page 50: Selecting A Metering Mode

    Selecting a Metering Mode While pressing the < turn the < > dial until the desired metering mode icon appears. Evaluative Partial Spot Centerweighted averaging Release the < > button, > button.

  • Page 51: Metering Modes

    Metering Modes Evaluative Metering This is an all-around metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The viewfinder is divided into 21 metering zones to which all the focusing points are linked for evaluative metering. After detecting the main subject’s size, position, brightness, background, front and back lighting, etc., the camera sets the proper exposure.

  • Page 52: Focusing Point-Linked Spot Metering

    Metering Modes During continuous shooting in the spot metering mode, AE lock is set automatically without the < C.Fn-13-2 can limit the manually-selectable focusing points to only 11 while C.Fn keeping the spot metering linked to the center focusing point. (→p.40, 106) Centerweighted Averaging Metering The metering is weighted at the center...

  • Page 53: Multi-Spot Metering

    Multi-Spot Metering Multiple spot meter readings can be taken and then averaged automatically. As shown in the sample below, you can take multiple spot meter readings. Set the spot metering mode. (→p.50) Aim the focusing point over the shadow area and press the < button.
  • Page 54 Metering Modes Multi-Spot Metering Display Fixed metering mark for the first spot meter reading • The exposure settings obtained with multi-spot meter readings are canceled in the following cases: 1. After taking the last spot meter reading, 16 seconds elapse. 2.

  • Page 55: Shooting Modes

    You can set the shooting mode that best suits the subject or your objective. You can also easily achieve various photographic effects. : Manual (→65) : Shutter speed-priority AE (→56) : Depth-of-field AE (→61) : Aperture-priority AE (→58) bulb (→76) Multiple exposures (→74) AEB (→69)

  • Page 56: Shutter Speed-Priority Ae

    Shutter Speed-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture automatically to suit the subject brightness. A fast shutter speed can freeze motion, and a slow shutter speed can achieve a blurred effect. * Tv is an abbreviation for Time value.
  • Page 57 Exposure Warnings • If the lens’ maximum aperture (smallest f-number like f/1.4) blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the < > dial to set a slower shutter speed until the aperture display stops blinking. • If the lens’ minimum aperture (largest f-number like f/22) blinks, it indicates overexposure.

  • Page 58: Aperture-Priority Ae

    Aperture-Priority AE In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed automatically to suit the subject brightness. The larger the aperture (smaller f-number) the more blurred the background will become. This effect is suited for portraits. The smaller the aperture (larger f-number), the clearer the focus will be for both near and far objects.
  • Page 59 Turn the < > dial to set the desired aperture. Press the shutter button halfway and focus the subject. The shutter speed and aperture will be displayed. Take the picture. • As long as the shutter speed is not blinking, a correct exposure will be obtained.
  • Page 60 Aperture-Priority AE Exposure Warnings • If the 30” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Turn the < > dial to set a larger aperture (smaller f- number) until the shutter speed stops blinking. • If the 8000 shutter speed blinks, it indicates overexposure.

  • Page 61: Depth-Of-Field Ae

    Depth-of-field AE This mode is effective when you want a wide depth of field to keep everything in focus near and far. The optimum point of focus and aperture to attain the required depth of field are set automatically along with the shutter speed.
  • Page 62 Depth-of-field AE Aim the selected focusing point at the nearest subject you want in focus, then press the shutter button. ( The in-focus indicator lights and is displayed. • If two focusing points are active (→p.43), both focusing points will be used for depth-of-field AE.
  • Page 63 Exposure Warnings • If the aperture blinks, the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. (However, you can still take the picture and obtain a proper exposure.) Use a wide-angle lens or move away from the subject and repeat steps 3 to 5. •...
  • Page 64 Depth-of-field AE • With automatic focusing point selection in the depth-of-field AE mode, only the center focusing point will be used for focusing. • If a slow shutter speed has been set, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. • If six seconds elapse before you complete the DEP procedure, the DEP point(s) set so far will be canceled.

  • Page 65: Manual Exposure

    Manual Exposure In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and aperture for total exposure control. You can refer to the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or use a handheld exposure meter to determine the shutter speed and aperture. Using the Built-in Exposure Meter While pressing the <...
  • Page 66 Manual Exposure Exposure level indicator Correct exposure index C.Fn-5 can reverse the functions of the < C.Fn C.Fn-6 can set the shutter speed and/or aperture increments to full stops or C.Fn half stops instead of the standard 1/3 stops. (→p.102) C.Fn-5-2/3 enables the aperture to be set manually even when the lens has C.Fn been detached.

  • Page 67: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Setting Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the camera’s standard exposure setting. To set the exposure compensation amount, you can either turn the < > dial while looking through the viewfinder or press the < and turn the < >...
  • Page 68 Setting Exposure Compensation Custom Function C.Fn-6-2 enables the exposure compensation amount to be C.Fn set in 1/2-stop increments. (→p.102) The exposure compensation amount’s 1/2-stop increments enabled with C.Fn-6 are indicated in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as shown below. Exposure Compensation with the <...

  • Page 69: Autoexposure Bracketing

    Autoexposure Bracketing With autoexposure bracketing, the camera automatically changes the exposure level within the set range (up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments) for three successive frames. The three bracketed shots are exposed in the following sequence: correct exposure, underexposure, and overexposure. The current film advance mode (see “Switching the Film Advance Mode”...
  • Page 70 Autoexposure Bracketing Display for ±1-stop AEB. • To indicate that AEB is in progress, the indicator in the viewfinder will blink until all the bracketed shots are taken. • In the manual exposure mode, AEB will proceed by changing the shutter speed.

  • Page 71: Ae Lock

    C.Fn-6-2 enables the AEB amount to be set in 1/2-stop increments. (→p.102) C.Fn C.Fn-9-2/3 can change the bracketing sequence to underexposure, correct C.Fn exposure, and overexposure. (→p.104) C.Fn C.Fn-9-1/3 can prevent AEB from being canceled by changing lenses, rewinding the film, replacing the film, and setting the < (→p.104) C.Fn C.Fn-5-1 can have the aperture change instead of the shutter speed during...
  • Page 72 AE Lock AE lock indicator Partial or spot metering is recommended for AE lock over a specific point. (→p.51) If One-Shot AF and evaluative metering are set, pressing the shutter button halfway to focus will automatically set AE lock at the same time. C.Fn-4-1 enables AE lock with the shutter button pressed halfway (instead of C.Fn the <...

  • Page 73: Setting The Film Speed Manually

    Setting the Film Speed Manually If the film is not DX-coded or if you want to set a different ISO film speed, you can load the film and set the ISO film speed manually. • The ISO film speed can be set manually from 6 to 6400. Difference Manually-set relative to the...

  • Page 74: Multiple Exposures

    Multiple Exposure By not advancing the film, a single frame can be exposed multiple times. Up to nine multiple exposures can be set for one frame. Multiple exposures can be taken in any shooting mode. Open the side door and press the <...
  • Page 75 If any of the film’s first or last few frames is used for multiple exposures, the exposures may not align exactly due to film advance characteristics. • While multiple exposures are being taken, the multiple exposure icon < blinks. • To cancel the multiple exposure setting before taking multiple exposures, set the number of multiple exposures to 1.

  • Page 76: Bulb Exposures

    Bulb Exposures When bulb is set, the film is exposed during the time you keep pressing the shutter button completely. Bulb is useful when a long exposure is necessary for capturing night scenes, fireworks, the night sky, etc. Minutes Seconds Hours Bulb exposures consume almost no battery power.

  • Page 77: Single-Frame And Continuous Shooting

    Single-Frame and Continuous Shooting The film advance mode can be set to single-frame shooting or continuous shooting. Single-frame Shooting < After a picture is taken, the film advances by one frame automatically. Continuous Shooting < The pictures are taken continuously while you hold down the shutter button completely.
  • Page 78 Configuration Power Source EOS-1V 2CR5 lithium battery EOS-1V + BP-E1 Size-AA alkaline batteries x 4 EOS-1V + PB-E2 Nickel Hydride Pack (EOS-1V HS) NP-E2 Size-AA alkaline batteries x 8 EOS-1V Size-AA alkaline + Power Drive batteries x 8 Booster E1 No viewfinder information is displayed during continuous shooting.

  • Page 79: Self-Timer Operation

    Self-timer Operation The self-timer can be set to either a 2-second or 10-second delay. When using the self-timer, you should mount the camera on a tripod. When using the self-timer to photograph yourself only, first lock the focus (→p.45) on an object at about the same distance where you will be. The 2-second delay is effective for close-ups or photo duplicating work to prevent camera shake (camera movement while the shutter button is pressed).

  • Page 80: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    Depth-of-field Preview Using the Eyepiece Shutter If you take a picture without looking through the viewfinder, stray light may enter the eyepiece and affect the exposure. To prevent this, use the built-in eyepiece shutter before taking the picture. Depth-of-field Preview •...

  • Page 81: Mirror Lockup

    • In very bright light such as at the beach or ski ground on a sunny day, take the picture promptly after mirror lockup. • During mirror lockup, do not point the camera lens at the sun. The sun’s heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains.

  • Page 82: Lcd Panel Illumination

    LCD Panel Illumination Pressing any button while the LCD panel is illuminated prolongs the illumination. Using B/W Infrared Film Focusing Infrared index distance index • Use a lens which provides an infrared index. With L-series lenses which do not have an infrared index, there is no need to compensate for infrared film. •...

  • Page 83: Flash Photography

    An EOS-dedicated EX-series or EZ- series Speedlite makes flash photography as easy as any AE mode. EX-series Speedlites enable E-TTL autoflash photography as well as E-TTL wireless autoflash photography with multiple Speedlites. Speedlite 550EX will be used to describe the flash photography features provided with the EOS-1V.

  • Page 84: Flash Photography With Speedlite 550Ex

    Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX With Speedlite 550EX, flash photography is easy as any AE mode, and you can use the following features: • E-TTL autoflash With E-TTL autoflash (preflash evaluative metering), optimum flash exposure is obtained for the subject in focus. In the aperture-priority AE mode, a slow sync speed is set automatically in low-light situations to obtain a natural-looking,...
  • Page 85 Full Auto Flash Full Auto E-TTL autoflash used with the < > Program AE mode is described here. For details on Speedlite 550EX operations, see the Speedlite 550EX Instructions booklet. E-TTL Autoflash in Other Shooting Modes Even in the , and picture-taking without flash.

  • Page 86: High-Speed Sync (Fp Flash)

    Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX High-Speed Sync (FP Flash) When the Speedlite 550EX is set to the high-speed sync mode ( ), it can synchronize at all shutter speeds, even those faster than 1/250 sec. When high-speed sync is enabled, is displayed in the viewfinder to indicate high-speed sync.

  • Page 87: Fe Lock

    FE Lock FE (flash exposure) lock obtains and locks the correct flash exposure reading for any part of the scene. Spot metering circle Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX Check that the Speedlite’s pilot lamp is lit. • The flash mode can be either normal or high-speed sync.
  • Page 88 Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX If the subject is too far away resulting in underexposure, the Get closer to the subject and follow steps 3 and 4. C.Fn-13-1/3 enables FE lock with the manually-selected focusing point. C.Fn (→p.106) Below the viewfinder, the display shown by 1 appears for 0.5 sec.
  • Page 89 < >. • The flash exposure compensation amount can also be set with certain Canon Speedlites. If flash exposure compensation is set with both the camera and the Speedlite, the flash exposure compensation amount set with the Speedlite will override the one set with the camera.
  • Page 90 Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) With the Canon Speedlite 550EX, three successive flash shots can be bracketed automatically up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. The flash output is changed for the three shots while the background exposure remains the same.

  • Page 91: Modeling Flash

    Modeling Flash By firing a modeling flash, you can see the shadows and other flash lighting effects produced by one or more Speedlites. Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX Make sure the camera and Speedlite are properly set for flash photography. Press the camera’s depth-of-field preview button.
  • Page 92 Flash Photography with Speedlite 550EX Wireless, Multi-Speedlite System Speedlite 550EX has the following three features: (1) E-TTL autoflash (2) Slave unit feature (3) Master unit feature for wireless control of 550EX slave units By using the above features, you can set up a wireless E-TTL autoflash system with multiple Speedlite 550EXs.

  • Page 93: Using Other Eos-Dedicated Speedlites

    Using Other EOS-Dedicated Speedlites With an EOS-dedicated Speedlite other than the EX series, TTL autoflash can be easily used like any AE mode. The flash exposure is controlled by real-time, off-the-film flash metering linked to the focusing point. (1) When you press the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture are set automatically by the camera as with normal picture-taking without flash.

  • Page 94: Using Non-Canon Flash Units

    Using Non-Canon Flash Units Sync Speed The EOS-1 V can synchronize with compact, non-Canon flash units at 1/250 sec. or slower shutter speeds. With large studio flash, the sync speed is 1/125 sec. or slower. Be sure to test the flash to see if it synchronizes properly with the camera.

  • Page 95: Custom Functions

    Custom Functions enable you to customize various camera features to suit your picture-taking preferences. In the previous text, the was used to point out relevant Custom Functions. In this chapter, all the Custom Functions are described in detail..98 C.Fn-0 ...

  • Page 96: Selecting And Setting A Custom Functions

    Selecting and Setting a Custom Functions Custom Function No. Custom Function setting Altered Custom Function indicator on exposure compensation scale ↑ ↑ ↑ (C.Fn-1) (C.Fn-5) (C.Fn-10) (C.Fn-14) In this example, the scale shows that Custom Functions C.Fn-1, C.Fn-5, C.Fn-10, and C.Fn-14 have been altered.

  • Page 97: Canceling A Custom Function

    Canceling a Custom Function Canceling All Custom Functions Open the side door and press the < > button. The Custom Function No. appears on the LCD panel. Turn the < > dial until the Custom Function No. whose setting is to be canceled appears. Press the <...

  • Page 98: Custom Function Settings

    Custom Function Settings C.Fn-0 Focusing screen characteristics This makes the camera’s built-in exposure meter compatible with the focusing screen characteristics. Be sure to set this Custom Function to suit the focusing screen installed in the camera. (→p.127) C.Fn Function Focusing screen C.Fn-0 characteristics C.Fn-0-0: For New Laser-matte screens.
  • Page 99 C.Fn-2 Film leader position When the film rewind is completed, you can leave out the film leader. C.Fn Function C.Fn-2 Film leader position C.Fn-2-1: This is convenient if you develop your own film. With C.Fn-2-1 set, the shutter speed will always be 1/8000 sec. when you release the shutter with the camera back open.
  • Page 100 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-4 AF activation/AE lock You can achieve focus and obtain the correct exposure separately. You can also stop the AI Servo AF operation temporarily. C.Fn Function AF activation/ C.Fn-4 AE lock : Shutter button : AE lock button C.Fn-4-1: You can focus at one location and obtain AE lock at another location in the scene.
  • Page 101 C.Fn-5 Manual Tv/Av settings During manual exposures, you can change the aperture with the < dial and set the aperture even while the lens is detached from the camera. C.Fn Function Manual Tv/Av setting C.Fn-5 with the Main Dial / Quick Control Dial This icon indicates that the aperture can be set with the lens detached from the camera.
  • Page 102 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-6 Exposure level increments You can change the increments for the exposure setting (shutter speed and aperture) and exposure compensation (AE, AEB, flash exposure). C.Fn Function Increments for the exposure setting (shutter speed/ C.Fn-6 aperture) and exposure compensation C.Fn-6-1: Sets whole-stop increments for the shutter speed and aperture which might be familiar to older users.
  • Page 103 When both C.Fn-4 and C.Fn-7 are set, electronic manual focusing will be enabled or disabled as follows: Custom Function No. C.Fn-7 * Before focus is achieved/After focus is achieved O: Enabled X: Disabled C.Fn-8 Frame counter sequence The frame counter can count down to show the remaining number of frames, or it can be displayed in the viewfinder in the same way as with the EOS-1N.
  • Page 104 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-9 AEB sequence and auto cancellation You can alter the standard AEB sequence of correct exposure, underexposure, and overexposure and prevent AEB cancellation after changing the lens, reloading film, or turning off the Main Switch. O: Correct exposure –: Underexposure +: Overexposure C.Fn Function AEB sequence/Auto...
  • Page 105 C.Fn-11 Focusing point selection method This converts the < > button or < can thereby position the focusing point selector according to your personal preference. The < > dial can also be used to select a horizontal or vertical focusing point. C.Fn Function Focusing point...
  • Page 106 Custom Function Settings Mirror lockup C.Fn-12 C.Fn Function C.Fn-12 Mirror lockup C.Fn-12-1: Effective for close-up and telephoto shots to prevent camera vibration caused by the mirror’s reflex action. See page 81 to use this feature. Focusing point selection limit and spot metering linkage C.Fn-13 The selectable focusing points can be limited to 11 or 9 to make focusing point selection faster.
  • Page 107 • Any metering mode besides spot metering can be used. • With C.Fn-13-1/2/3, all 45 focusing points will be subject to automatic selection. Automatic reduction of fill flash output C.Fn-14 C.Fn Function Automatic reduction C.Fn-14 of fill flash output C.Fn-14-1: This prevents underexposure of a subject in front of a strong backlight such as a sunset.
  • Page 108 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-16 Safety shift Safety shift can be set for the shutter speed-priority AE and aperture- priority AE modes. C.Fn Function Safety shift for Tv- C.Fn-16 AE and Av-AE C.Fn-16-1: In case the subject’s brightness changes suddenly and the current shutter speed-priority AE or aperture-priority AE setting becomes unsuitable, the shutter speed or aperture is shifted to obtain a suitable exposure.
  • Page 109 The focusing point activation area centers on the selected focusing point. Therefore, if a peripheral focusing point is selected, the focusing point activation area will be smaller as shown below. 7-point activation area 13-point activation area C.Fn-18 Switchover to registered focusing point You can switch to the registered focusing point just by pressing the <...
  • Page 110 Custom Function Settings C.Fn-19 Lens AF stop button function switching The function of the AF stop button provided with super telephoto Image Stabilizer lenses can be shifted to the AF start button or AE lock button. C.Fn Function Lens AF stop button C.Fn-19 function switching C.Fn-19-1: AF operates only while the AF stop button is pressed.

  • Page 111: Personal Functions

    Personal Functions Personal Functions enable you to further customize your camera settings. They are set with EOS LINK SOFTWARE ES-E1 (sold separately, →p.130) which connects the EOS-1V to a personal computer. P.Fn-0 (Custom Function group registration) can be set with the EOS-1V body as well.

  • Page 112: Custom Function Group

    P.Fn-0 Custom Function Group To suit various shooting situations such as sports, snapshots, and landscapes, up to three different sets of Custom Function settings can be registered with the “Personal Function 0” setting. Custom Function Group Registration ID icon PF icon Data transfer icon Personal Function No.
  • Page 113 PF icon C.Fn-0 (Focusing screen characteristics) is not registered in the Custom Function group. Selecting a Custom Function Group To select a Custom Function group, follow steps 2 and 3 to select the Custom Function group No., then press the shutter button halfway. This selects the Custom Function group to be used.

  • Page 114: Recording The Shooting Data

    Recording the Shooting Data The EOS-1V can record the shooting data automatically. The recorded data can be viewed and edited with a personal computer by using EOS LINK SOFTWARE ES-E1 (sold separately). Standard Shooting Data 1. Selectable No. 2. Film ID 3.

  • Page 115: For Eos-1V Hs Users

    The EOS-1V HS attached with Power Drive Booster PB-E2 offers four film advance modes. The vertical grip also has its own shutter button, focusing point selector < lock/multi-spot metering button < The camera is powered by eight size-AA batteries. The Nickel- Hydride Pack NP-E2 and the dedicated Nickel-Hydride Charger NC-E2 (both sold separately) are also available.
  • Page 116 For EOS-1V HS Users Attachment screw Positioning pin Film advance coupler Gear train switching pin Battery magazine latch Grip < > Vertical-grip Main Dial < > Vertical-grip FE lock/ multi-spot button < button < > Vertical-grip focusing point selector Battery magazine...
  • Page 117 • The figures in the table above indicate the number of 24-exposure rolls that can be shot with a new set of batteries and an EF 50mm f/1.4 lens in accordance with Canon’s testing conditions. Figures in parentheses indicate the number of 36-exposure rolls.
  • Page 118 For EOS-1V HS Users Attaching Grip GR-E2 You can replace the Power Drive Booster PB-E2 with the normal Grip GR- E2 (sold separately) found on the EOS-1V. The GR-E2 uses one lithium 2CR5 battery. Cautions when using the Power Drive Booster PB-E2 with the EOS-1 and EOS-1N •...

  • Page 119: Reference Section

    This section helps you understand your camera and enjoy photography better. It gives reference information for your camera and introduces system accessories. Reference Section...

  • Page 120: Basic Photography Terms

    Basic Photography Terms Exposure Exposure occurs when the film is exposed to light. Correct exposure is obtained when the film is exposed to a proper amount of light in accordance with the film’s sensitivity to light. The correct exposure is adjusted with the camera’s shutter speed and aperture.
  • Page 121 Depth of field This is the range where acceptable focus can be achieved in front of and behind the point of optimum focus. The smaller the aperture (the larger the f-number), the deeper the depth of field. And the larger the aperture (the smaller the f-number), the shallower the depth of field.

  • Page 122: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If there is a problem, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If the problem still persists, take the camera to your nearest Canon Service Center. Canon Service Centers are listed on the back of this booklet. Nothing is <...
  • Page 123 A misoperation has occurred with the camera, lens, or panel. Power Drive Booster. Remove and reload the battery. (→p.19, 116) If the < > icon stops blinking, picture-taking is possible. If it is still blinking, consult your nearest Canon Service Center. Troubleshooting Guide...

  • Page 124: Exposure Warning List

    Exposure Warning List Mode Blinking Warning The sample warnings apply when a lens having a maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/22 is attached to the camera. The maximum and minimum aperture warning displays will differ depending on the lens attached to the camera.

  • Page 125: Program Line

    Program Line The program line below applies when the camera is used in the Program AE < > mode with an EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens. Program Line Description The bottom horizontal axis represents the shutter speed and the right vertical axis represents the aperture.

  • Page 126: Shutter Speed And Aperture Readouts

    Shutter Speed and Aperture Readouts Shutter speed readout The shutter speed is normally displayed in 1/3-stop increments. Numbers from “4” to “8000” denote the denominator of the shutter speed fraction. For example, “125” is 1/125 sec. Also, 0"3 is 0.3 sec., and 15" is 15 sec. Aperture readout The aperture is normally displayed in 1/3-stop increments.

  • Page 127: Interchanging The Focusing Screen

    Interchanging the Focusing Screen You can interchange the camera’s focusing screen to suit the picture-taking application. You must also set C.Fn-0 so that the criteria for the correct exposure suits the focusing screen. Focusing Screen Type : New Laser-matte Screen : Laser-matte Screen C.Fn-0 cannot be registered in a Custom Function group.
  • Page 128 Interchanging the Focusing Screen Ec-series Interchangeable Focusing Screens Ec-A: Standard microprism Compatible with all EF lenses. Lenses with a maximum aperture smaller than f/5.6 will cause the focusing screen’s microprism to darken. Ec-B: New split screen Compatible with all EF lenses. With slow lenses whose maximum aperture is smaller than f/5.6,...

  • Page 129: Major Accessories

    Major Accessories • Power Drive Booster PB-E2 Together with the Ni-MH Pack NP-E2, Power Drive Booster PB-E2 enables a top continuous shooting speed of about 10 fps. The vertical grip has its own shutter button, Main Dial, AE lock button, FE lock button, and focusing point selector.
  • Page 130 Major Accessories • Battery Pack BP-E1 The grip portion houses a 2CR5 lithium battery while the battery magazine holds four widely-available, size-AA alkaline batteries. You can switch between these two power sources to suit the shooting condition. The continuous shooting speed is the same as with the EOS-1V.
  • Page 131 • Off-Camera Shoe Cord 2 This cord enables the 550EX to be connected off-camera up to 60 cm away. All of the Speedlite’s controls and features can be used as usual. The Cord can be used with all EX-series, EZ-series, and E-series Canon Speedlites.
  • Page 132 Major Accessories • Date Back DB-E2 This is an interchangeable camera back for the EOS-1V and EOS-3. It has a Quick Control Dial and date imprinting feature. The date can be imprinted on the photograph up to the year 2019. The following imprinting modes are provided: 1.
  • Page 133 Major Accessories • Remote Switch RS-80N3 Remote switch with an 80-cm cord to prevent camera shake for super telephoto shots, macrophotography, and bulb exposures. You can use the remote switch to press the shutter button halfway or completely. It also has a shutter release lock.

  • Page 134: Major Specifications

    • Type Type ...35mm AF/AE single-lens reflex with focal-plane shutter and built- in motor drive. Picture size...24 mm x 36 mm Compatible lenses...Canon EF lenses Lens mount...Canon EF mount • Viewfinder Type ...Eye-level pentaprism Picture coverage ...100 percent vertically and horizontally (20 mm eye relief) Magnification ...0.72x (-1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity)
  • Page 135 program flash AE, 8 Manual, 9 Bulb (Safety shift possible for 2 and 3.) Metering range ...EV 0-20 for all metering modes (at 20˚C with 50mm f/1.4 lens, ISO 100) ISO film speed range...ISO 6-6400 (Set automatically with DX-coded film at ISO 25- 5000.) Exposure compensation...(1) Autoexposure bracketing (AEB): ±3 stops in 1/3-stop (2) Manual exposure compensation up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop...

  • Page 136: Shooting Data

    Major Specifications AF focusing point indicator ...Superimposed focusing point in viewfinder and also indicated on LCD panel AF-assist beam ...Emitted automatically by the attached EOS Speedlite when necessary. • Shutter Type ...Vertical-travel, focal-plane shutter with all speeds electronically- controlled. Shutter speeds ...30 to 1/8000 sec. in 1/3-stops, X-sync at 1/250 sec. Shutter release ...Soft-touch electromagnetic release Self-timer ...10-sec.

  • Page 137: Camera Specifications

    Weight ...EOS-1V: EOS-1V HS: 1380 g / 48.7 oz (body only, excluding battery) • All the specifications above are based on Canon’s testing and measuring standards. • Specifications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice. batteries or Ni-MH Pack NP-E2 (sold separately) batteries (size-AA lithium batteries cannot be used) 161 (W) x 120.8 (H) x 70.8 (D) mm...

  • Page 138: Index

    - midroll rewind ...28 - film advance modes ...117 flash photography...83 E-TTL flash photography ...85 FEB...90 flash exposure compensation...89 Full Auto flash photography...85 non-Canon Speedlites, using ...94 modeling flash ...91 wireless, multi-Speedlite flash ...92 focusing off-center subjects ...45 manual focusing ...48 Focusing point - selection procedure ...38...
  • Page 139 ...83 infrared film, using ...82 self-timer...79 Full Auto flash photography...85 multiple exposures...74 high-speed sync (FP flash)...86 bulb exposures ...76 non-Canon Speedlites, using ...94 mirror lockup...81 continuous shooting...77 wireless, multi-Speedlite flash ...92 predictive AF ...36 Program AE ...29 program line ...125 program shift ...31...
  • Page 140 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions.
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