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E Advanced User Guide This manual is for the EOS M6 Mark II with firmware version 1.1.0 or later installed.
E Advanced User Guide This manual is for the EOS M6 Mark II with firmware version 1.1.0 or later installed.
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...and Liability After shooting, play images back and check whether they come out. Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with music transferred to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. You can refer to Read the ...Following To avoid shooting problems and accidents, first read this manual, take a few test shots and see how they have ...
...and Liability After shooting, play images back and check whether they come out. Refer to This Manual while Using the Camera to Further Familiarize Yourself with music transferred to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. You can refer to Read the ...Following To avoid shooting problems and accidents, first read this manual, take a few test shots and see how they have ...
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...are included with your dealer. Item Check List Before starting, check that the lenses are included. zzIf you need Lens Instruction Manuals, download them from the Canon website (=4). Note that when purchasing the Lens Kit, some of the above items. zzWhen you purchased a Lens Kit, check...Strap zzThe camera does not come with the lens may not match those listed in the Lens Instruction Manual. 3 zzFor details on the Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals, see "Instruction Manuals" (=4). zzBe careful not to lose any of the accessories included with a memory card (=11), ...
...are included with your dealer. Item Check List Before starting, check that the lenses are included. zzIf you need Lens Instruction Manuals, download them from the Canon website (=4). Note that when purchasing the Lens Kit, some of the above items. zzWhen you purchased a Lens Kit, check...Strap zzThe camera does not come with the lens may not match those listed in the Lens Instruction Manual. 3 zzFor details on the Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals, see "Instruction Manuals" (=4). zzBe careful not to lose any of the accessories included with a memory card (=11), ...
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...can be downloaded from the Internet. zz Download site Advanced User Guide/Supplemental Information www.canon.com/icpd Lens Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd Software Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd zzTo view the PDF files, an Adobe PDF viewing software such as Adobe ...version recommended) is required. Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals The Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for free from the Canon website to a computer or other device. Instruction Manuals The Instruction Manual included with the camera provides basic instructions for the camera and ...
...can be downloaded from the Internet. zz Download site Advanced User Guide/Supplemental Information www.canon.com/icpd Lens Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd Software Instruction Manual www.canon.com/icpd zzTo view the PDF files, an Adobe PDF viewing software such as Adobe ...version recommended) is required. Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals The Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for free from the Canon website to a computer or other device. Instruction Manuals The Instruction Manual included with the camera provides basic instructions for the camera and ...
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Instruction Manuals Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals Using QR Code The Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded to display the QR code on the camera screen. 5 zzSelect [5: Manual/software URL] to a smartphone or tablet using the QR code. zzSelect your country or region of residence, then download the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals. www.canon.com/icpd zzA software app is required to read the QR code.
Instruction Manuals Downloading the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals Using QR Code The Advanced User Guide and Instruction Manuals for lenses and software (PDF files) can be downloaded to display the QR code on the camera screen. 5 zzSelect [5: Manual/software URL] to a smartphone or tablet using the QR code. zzSelect your country or region of residence, then download the Advanced User Guide/Instruction Manuals. www.canon.com/icpd zzA software app is required to read the QR code.
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Autofocus will not operate. 7 Set the Mode dial to . zz All the necessary camera settings will focus on the subject (=60). zz Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will be set automatically. 8 Focus on the subject. 7 Quick Start Guide 5 Set the power switch to (=49). 6 Set the focus mode switch to (=72). zz stands for autofocus. zz stands for manual focus. zz [p] (an AF point) appears over any face detected.
Autofocus will not operate. 7 Set the Mode dial to . zz All the necessary camera settings will focus on the subject (=60). zz Press the shutter button halfway, and the camera will be set automatically. 8 Focus on the subject. 7 Quick Start Guide 5 Set the power switch to (=49). 6 Set the focus mode switch to (=72). zz stands for autofocus. zz stands for manual focus. zz [p] (an AF point) appears over any face detected.
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...Warning to the above, the icons and symbols used on the camera's buttons and displayed on the screen are also used in this Manual : Indicates the Main dial. : Indicates the Quick control dial. : Indicates the corresponding direction on the cross keys. : ...button. * : Indicates the duration (in * seconds) of the operation for better shooting. : Troubleshooting advice. 9 About This Manual Icons in this manual when discussing relevant operations and functionality. yyIn addition to prevent shooting problems. : Supplemental information. : Tips or advice for the button ...
...Warning to the above, the icons and symbols used on the camera's buttons and displayed on the screen are also used in this Manual : Indicates the Main dial. : Indicates the Quick control dial. : Indicates the corresponding direction on the cross keys. : ...button. * : Indicates the duration (in * seconds) of the operation for better shooting. : Troubleshooting advice. 9 About This Manual Icons in this manual when discussing relevant operations and functionality. yyIn addition to prevent shooting problems. : Supplemental information. : Tips or advice for the button ...
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zz The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens as an example. zz The sample photos displayed on the camera and used . 10 zz It is used in this manual are set to their defaults. zz In references to using EF or EF-S lenses, it is assumed that a mount adapter is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are for Operational Instructions, Sample Photos zz Before following any instructions, make sure the power switch is set to (=49). About This Manual Basic Assumptions for instructional purposes only.
zz The illustrations in this manual show the camera attached with the EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens as an example. zz The sample photos displayed on the camera and used . 10 zz It is used in this manual are set to their defaults. zz In references to using EF or EF-S lenses, it is assumed that a mount adapter is assumed that all the menu settings and Custom Functions are for Operational Instructions, Sample Photos zz Before following any instructions, make sure the power switch is set to (=49). About This Manual Basic Assumptions for instructional purposes only.
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zz SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards UHS-II and UHS-I cards supported. Compatible Cards The following cards can be used with ample performance (fast enough writing and reading speeds) for recording photos/ movies. .... Please purchase it separately. 11 Cards that Can Record Movies When recording movies, use a high-capacity card with the camera regardless of capacity. In this manual, "card" refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards. * The camera does not come with this camera (=492). If the card...
zz SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards UHS-II and UHS-I cards supported. Compatible Cards The following cards can be used with ample performance (fast enough writing and reading speeds) for recording photos/ movies. .... Please purchase it separately. 11 Cards that Can Record Movies When recording movies, use a high-capacity card with the camera regardless of capacity. In this manual, "card" refers to SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards. * The camera does not come with this camera (=492). If the card...
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Contents Introduction 2 Item Check List 3 Instruction Manuals 4 Quick Start Guide 6 About This Manual 9 Compatible Cards 11 Chapters 12 Contents 13 Index to Features 23 Safety Instructions 28 Handling Precautions 31 Part Names 34 Preparation and Basic Operations 41 ...
Contents Introduction 2 Item Check List 3 Instruction Manuals 4 Quick Start Guide 6 About This Manual 9 Compatible Cards 11 Chapters 12 Contents 13 Index to Features 23 Safety Instructions 28 Handling Precautions 31 Part Names 34 Preparation and Basic Operations 41 ...
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Contents Basic Zone 71 Scene Intelligent Auto/Hybrid Auto (Fully Automatic 72 Special Scene Mode (SCN 80 Self Portrait Mode 82 Portrait Mode 83 Smooth Skin Mode 84 Landscape Mode 85 Sports Mode 86 Panning Mode 87 Close-up Mode 89 Food Mode 90 Night Portrait Mode 91 Handheld Night Scene Mode 92 HDR Backlight Control Mode 93 Cautions for the Modes 94 Creative Filters Mode 98 Creative Zone 105 Program AE Mode (P 106 Shutter-priority AE Mode (Tv 108 Aperture-priority AE Mode (Av 110 Manual Exposure Mode (M 112 Flexible-priority AE (Fv 114 14
Contents Basic Zone 71 Scene Intelligent Auto/Hybrid Auto (Fully Automatic 72 Special Scene Mode (SCN 80 Self Portrait Mode 82 Portrait Mode 83 Smooth Skin Mode 84 Landscape Mode 85 Sports Mode 86 Panning Mode 87 Close-up Mode 89 Food Mode 90 Night Portrait Mode 91 Handheld Night Scene Mode 92 HDR Backlight Control Mode 93 Cautions for the Modes 94 Creative Filters Mode 98 Creative Zone 105 Program AE Mode (P 106 Shutter-priority AE Mode (Tv 108 Aperture-priority AE Mode (Av 110 Manual Exposure Mode (M 112 Flexible-priority AE (Fv 114 14
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... Long (Bulb) Exposures 192 Anti-flicker Shooting 195 AF Operation 197 AF Method 200 Eye Detection AF 211 Continuous AF 213 Touch & Drag AF 214 Manually Focusing with a Lens after AF 216 AF-Assist Beam Firing 217 Image Stabilization 218 Exposure Lock (AE Lock 219...
... Long (Bulb) Exposures 192 Anti-flicker Shooting 195 AF Operation 197 AF Method 200 Eye Detection AF 211 Continuous AF 213 Touch & Drag AF 214 Manually Focusing with a Lens after AF 216 AF-Assist Beam Firing 217 Image Stabilization 218 Exposure Lock (AE Lock 219...
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...) zz AF point selection (=205) zz Eye Detection AF (=211) zz Continuous AF (=213) zz Touch & drag AF (=214) zz Electronic manual focus (=216) zz AF-assist beam (=217) zz Manual focusing (=220) zz MF peaking settings (=222) Metering zz Metering mode (=153) Drive zz Maximum burst (=126) zz Drive mode (=135...
...) zz AF point selection (=205) zz Eye Detection AF (=211) zz Continuous AF (=213) zz Touch & drag AF (=214) zz Electronic manual focus (=216) zz AF-assist beam (=217) zz Manual focusing (=220) zz MF peaking settings (=222) Metering zz Metering mode (=153) Drive zz Maximum burst (=126) zz Drive mode (=135...
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... settings (=294) zz External flash function settings (=296) zz External flash custom function (=300) zz External flash (=302) Movie Recording zz Autoexposure recording (=234) zz Manual exposure recording (=236) zz HDR movie (=241) zz Movie recording size (=243) zz Sound recording (=250) zz Wind filter (=250) zz Attenuator (=251) zz Microphone...
... settings (=294) zz External flash function settings (=296) zz External flash custom function (=300) zz External flash (=302) Movie Recording zz Autoexposure recording (=234) zz Manual exposure recording (=236) zz HDR movie (=241) zz Movie recording size (=243) zz Sound recording (=250) zz Wind filter (=250) zz Attenuator (=251) zz Microphone...
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Index to Features Sensor Cleaning and Dust Reduction zz Dust Delete Data Acquisition (=176) zz Sensor cleaning (=505) zz Manual sensor cleaning (=507) Software zz Downloading and Installing (=552) zz Software Instruction Manuals (=553) Wireless Features zz Connect to smartphones (=381) zz Auto send images to smartphones (=396) zz Remote control (EOS Utility) (=410) zz Auto send images to computers (=415) zz Print from Wi-Fi printers (=418) zz Upload to Web service (=428) zz Connect to Wireless Remote (=448) zz Geotagging Images (=457) zz Clear wireless settings (=462) 27
Index to Features Sensor Cleaning and Dust Reduction zz Dust Delete Data Acquisition (=176) zz Sensor cleaning (=505) zz Manual sensor cleaning (=507) Software zz Downloading and Installing (=552) zz Software Instruction Manuals (=553) Wireless Features zz Connect to smartphones (=381) zz Auto send images to smartphones (=396) zz Remote control (EOS Utility) (=410) zz Auto send images to computers (=415) zz Print from Wi-Fi printers (=418) zz Upload to Web service (=428) zz Connect to Wireless Remote (=448) zz Geotagging Images (=457) zz Clear wireless settings (=462) 27
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... other metal objects. • Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs. • When disposing of the product or others. Follow these instructions in this instruction manual for use with the product. zzDo not use the product where flammable gases may result in any exposed internal parts. zzDo not get the product...
... other metal objects. • Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs. • When disposing of the product or others. Follow these instructions in this instruction manual for use with the product. zzDo not use the product where flammable gases may result in any exposed internal parts. zzDo not get the product...
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t Flexible-priority AE (=114) d Program AE (=106) s Shutter-priority AE (=108) f Aperture-priority AE (=110) a Manual exposure (=112) (3) Custom shooting modes You can assign , , , , , AF operation, menu functions, and more control for shooting various subjects as desired. Part Names (2) (3) (4) (2) Creative Zone These modes give you more to or (=521). (4) k: Movie recording (=234) 37
t Flexible-priority AE (=114) d Program AE (=106) s Shutter-priority AE (=108) f Aperture-priority AE (=110) a Manual exposure (=112) (3) Custom shooting modes You can assign , , , , , AF operation, menu functions, and more control for shooting various subjects as desired. Part Names (2) (3) (4) (2) Creative Zone These modes give you more to or (=521). (4) k: Movie recording (=234) 37
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... directly through any lens. zz Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it . 52 zz Attach the rear lens cap to the Lens Instruction Manual (=4). Tips for Avoiding Smudges and Dust When changing lenses, do not touch the rotating part. Attaching and Detaching a Lens Detaching the Lens While pressing the...
... directly through any lens. zz Turn the lens until it stops, then detach it . 52 zz Attach the rear lens cap to the Lens Instruction Manual (=4). Tips for Avoiding Smudges and Dust When changing lenses, do not touch the rotating part. Attaching and Detaching a Lens Detaching the Lens While pressing the...
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Attaching and Detaching EF/EF-S Lenses 4Set the lens's focus mode switch to . Autofocus will not operate. 5Remove the front lens cap. 54 zz stands for manual focus. zz stands for autofocus.
Attaching and Detaching EF/EF-S Lenses 4Set the lens's focus mode switch to . Autofocus will not operate. 5Remove the front lens cap. 54 zz stands for manual focus. zz stands for autofocus.
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...of shooting information is not adjusted when you hold the camera vertically with EVF-DC2. 58 zzTo reduce the shooting screen, set [Display control] to [Manual], so press the viewfinder's < > button to [Display 2]. zzSome aspect ratio settings (=127) will not be displayed on the camera screen are not... possible while the viewfinder display is not activated when you move your eye away from the viewfinder with [Manual display] set to [Viewfinder] after you have selected [5: Shooting info. zzThe screen is in rare cases some pixels may be activated at...
...of shooting information is not adjusted when you hold the camera vertically with EVF-DC2. 58 zzTo reduce the shooting screen, set [Display control] to [Manual], so press the viewfinder's < > button to [Display 2]. zzSome aspect ratio settings (=127) will not be displayed on the camera screen are not... possible while the viewfinder display is not activated when you move your eye away from the viewfinder with [Manual display] set to [Viewfinder] after you have selected [5: Shooting info. zzThe screen is in rare cases some pixels may be activated at...