Handling Precautions

Camera Care
This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock. The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If the camera gets wet, remove the battery and promptly take it to the nearest Canon dealer. Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a well-wrung wet cloth. Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic eld such as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong magnetic elds and radio waves can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data. Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction. The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewnder, mirror, and focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, consult your nearest Canon dealer. Do not touch the cameras electrical contacts with your ngers. This is to prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera misoperation. If the camera is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room, condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent condensation, rst put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag. If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid damaging the camera. Remove the lens, memory card, and battery and wait until the condensation evaporates. If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to check that the camera is still working. Avoid storing the camera where there are corrosive chemicals such as a darkroom or chemical lab. If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions before using the camera. If you have not used the camera for some time or if there is an important shoot coming up, have the camera checked by your Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working properly.
LCD Panels and LCD Monitor
Although the LCD monitor is manufactured with very high precision technology with over 99. 99% active pixels, there might be a few dead pixels among the remaining 0. 01% or less pixels. Dead pixels displaying only black or red, etc. , are not a malfunction. They do not affect the images recorded. At low temperatures, the liquid-crystal display response may become slower. And at high temperatures, the display may blacken. In either case, the display will return to normal at room temperature.

Insert the DC Coupler.

Insert the coupler and while pushing it in, turn the release handle as shown by the arrow.
2 Connect the DC plug. 3 Connect the power cord. set After you nish using the camera,
the <4> switch to <2> and disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
The DC Coupler is not water-resistant, so do not get it wet when using it outdoors. When the <4> switch is set to <1>, do not disconnect the DC plug or AC adapters power cord from the power outlet. Otherwise, the camera may stop operating. If the camera stops operating, remove the DC Coupler from the camera and reinstall it.
Mounting and Detaching a Lens

Mounting a Lens

Remove the caps.
Remove the rear lens cap and the body cap by turning them as shown by the arrow.
the lens. 2 Attach the red dots on the lens and Align
camera and turn the lens as shown by the arrow until it snaps in place.
lens, set 3 On the to <f>. the focus mode switch
If it is set to <g>, autofocus will not be possible.
4 Remove the front lens cap.
Detaching the Lens While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens as shown by the arrow.
Turn the lens until the red dot is at the top, then detach the lens.
When attaching or detaching the lens, take care to prevent dust from entering the camera through the lens mount.
Installing and Removing the Memory Card
The camera can use both a CF card and SD card. There must be at least one card installed to enable shooting. If both cards are installed, you can select which card to record the images. (p.61) If you use an SD card, be sure the write protect switch is set upward to enable writing/erasing.

Installing the Card

Open the cover.
Flip up and turn the cover release handle as shown by the arrow.
2 Insert the memory card into the camera.
The left slot is for the CF card, and the right slot is for the SD card. If you insert the CF card in the wrong way, it may damage the camera. As shown in the diagram, the top side of the card must face toward you while the edge with the row of small holes is inserted all the way into the slot.
cover. 3 Close thethe cover until the cover Push in

(3) Turn the <5> dial only.
While turning the <5> dial, look at the setting in the viewnder or on the top LCD panel. In this way, you can set the aperture in the cameras manual exposure mode.

Vertical Shooting

For vertical shooting, the vertical grip (camera bottom) has a shutter button, Main Dial, AF point selection button, AE lock button, Assist button, and FE lock/multi-spot metering button. Before using the vertical grip controls, turn on the vertical-grip on/off switch. When you are not using the vertical grip, be sure to turn off the vertical-grip on/off switch to prevent inadvertent operation of the vertical grip controls.

Menu Operations

By setting various optional settings with the menus, you can set processing parameters, the date/time, Custom Functions, etc. While looking at the LCD monitor, you use the <M> button, <X> button, and <5> dial on the camera back to proceed to the next step.
<M> button <X> button LCD Monitor <5>
Playback menu Shooting menu Tab
Set-up 1 menu Set-up 2 menu Custom/ Personal Functions

Menu items

Menu categories
Even while the menu is displayed, you can instantly go back to shooting by pressing the shutter button halfway. The explanation of menu functions hereinafter assumes that the menu items or settings are displayed.

Menu Setting Procedure

Display the menu.
Press the <M> button to display the menu. To turn off the menu, press the button again. With the menu displayed, follow the procedure below.
2 Select a menu tab (zxcbn).
Hold down the <M> button and turn the <5> dial to select a tab, then let go of the button.
a menu 3 Select down the <item. > button and Hold X
turn the <5> dial to select a menu item, then let go of the button.
the 4 Select downdesired menu setting. Hold the <X> button and
turn the <5> dial to select the desired setting, then let go of the button. The setting will take effect immediately.
menu. 5 Exit thethe <M> button to exit. Press

Menu Settings

<z> Shooting menu
Custom WB JPEG Quality Manual setting of white balance Compression rate for 3, 4, 5, 6. Standard Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set up 1 Standard 2 Portrait 3 High saturation 4 Adobe RGB 5 Low saturation 6 CM set CM set 2 Set up Off On On (Info) 2 sec. 4 sec. 8 sec. Hold Off On Off On

the 3 Select downimage. > button and Hold the <X
turn the <5> dial to select the image you shot in step 1. Then let go of the button.
the balance data. 4 ImportdownwhiteX> button and Hold the <
turn the <5> dial to select [OK]. Then let go of the <X> button. s The images white balance data will be imported.
<O 5 Select down >. <B> button and turn Hold the
the <5> dial to select <O>. Then let go of the <B> button. s The custom white balance will be set.
Instead of a white object, an 18% gray card (commercially available) can produce a more accurate white balance.
Setting the Color Temperature
You can numerically set the white balances color temperature.
Select <P> for the white balance.
Hold down the <B> button and turn the <5> dial to select <P>.
color 2 Set thedown thetemperature. and turn Hold <B> button
the <6> dial to set the desired color temperature. Then let go of the button. The color temperature can be set from 2800K to 10000K in 100K increments.
When setting the color temperature for an articial light source, set white balance correction (magenta or green) as necessary. If you want to set <P> to the reading taken with a color temperature meter, take test shots and adjust the setting to compensate for the difference between the color temperature meters reading and the cameras color temperature reading.

White Balance Correction

You can correct the standard color temperature for the white balance setting. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a color temperature conversion or color compensating lter. Each color can be corrected to one of nine levels. Users familiar with using color temperature conversion or color compensating lters will nd this feature handy.
Hold down the <B> button and press the <u> button.
Hold down the <B> button. You can let go of the <u> button.
Hold down the < 2 the <6> or <5B> and turn > dial.

Selecting a Folder

Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select a folder. Then let go of the button. s The folder will be selected.
Selecting the Memory Card
Select the memory card to be used for image recording, playback, and erasing. Hold down the <er> button and turn the <5> dial to select the memory card. Then let go of the button. The left [f] tab is the CF card, and the right [g] tab is the SD card.
Using Both Memory Cards for Image Recording (Backup)
The image is recorded with the same le No., pixel count, and recording quality in the same-numbered folder in both the CF card and SD card.

Select [BackUp].

Select the <c> tab. Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [BackUp]. Then let go of the button.
the 2 Select downdesired setting. and Hold the <X> button
turn the <5> dial to select the setting. Then let go of the button. Either selection, h or j, will record the same image onto both cards.
Difference between h and j
After image capture, you can have the image displayed from the CF card or SD card. Selecting h will display the image in the CF card, and j will display the image in the SD card.
To make it easier to nd back-up images, create a new folder and select it. The number of remaining shots displayed on the top LCD panel will be based on the memory card having less remaining capacity. In the back-up mode, a folder with the same number will be created automatically in the CF card and SD card. If either one of the memory cards becomes full, shooting will not be possible. You cannot move or copy images between the two cards.

3File Numbering Methods

The le number is like the frame number on lm. There are two le numbering methods: [A-Reset] and [Continuous]. The captured pictures are automatically assigned a le number from 0001 to 9999. The images are saved in the selected folder.

Select [File numbering].

Select the <c> tab. Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [File numbering]. Then let go of the button.
the 2 Select downdesired setting and Hold the <X> button
turn the <5> dial to select the desired setting. Then let go of the button.

Auto Reset (A-Reset)

Each time you replace the memory card, the le numbering will be reset to the rst le number (XXXX0001). Since the le number starts from 0001 in each memory card, you can organize images according to memory cards.

The AF activation area does not expand automatically.
The activation area expands by 1 AF point
AF Sensitivity and Lens Maximum Aperture
The EOS-1Ds Mark IIs AF points are all horizontal-line sensitive. However, bright lenses with a large maximum aperture enable certain AF points to work as cross-type sensors for higher AF precision. (1) With lenses whose maximum aperture is f/2.8 or larger, the AF points highlighted in the diagram will work as cross-type sensors sensitive to both vertical and horizontal lines. The remaining 38 AF points will only be horizontal-line sensitive. The cross-type sensors vertical-line sensitivity is about three times higher than its horizontal-line sensitivity. (2) With the following L-series lenses whose maximum aperture is f/4 or brighter, the center AF point will be a cross-type sensor with or without an Extender attached. The remaining 44 AF points will only be horizontal-line sensitive (except with EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM + Extender EF 1.4x).
EF 28-80mm f/2.8-4L USM EF 300mm f/4L USM EF 300mm f/4L IS USM EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM EF 500mm f/4L IS USM EF 600mm f/4L USM EF 600mm f/4L IS USM EF 70-200mm f/4 L USM
With Extender EF 1.4x or EF 1.4x II:
EF 200mm f/2.8L USM EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM EF 300mm f/2.8L USM EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF 400mm f/2.8L USM EF 400mm f/2.8L II USM EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
With Extender EF 2x or EF 2x II:
EF 135mm f/2L USM EF 200mm f/1.8L USM
(3) With the following L-series lenses whose maximum aperture is f/8 or brighter and attached with an Extender, AF will work with the center AF point (horizontal-line sensitive) only. AF will not work with the other AF points. With Extender EF 1.4x or EF 1.4x II:
EF 400mm f/5.6L USM EF 500mm f/4.5L USM EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
EF 300mm f/4L USM EF 300mm f/4L IS USM EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM EF 500mm f/4L IS USM EF 600mm f/4L USM EF 600mm f/4L IS USM EF 70-200mm f/4 L USM
When you press the <S> button, the top LCD panel will show the display on the right.
With the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens (without IS) attached with Extender EF 1.4x or EF 1.4x II, the center AF point will work as a cross-type sensor. Do not use autofocus with the other AF points because they may cause a focusing error.
When Autofocus Fails (Manual Focusing)
Autofocus can fail to achieve focus (the focus conrmation light <o> blinks) with certain subjects such as the following:
Subjects difficult to focus
(a) Low-contrast subjects Example: Blue sky, solid-color walls, etc. (b) Subjects in low light. (c) Extremely backlit and reective subjects Example: Car with a reective body, etc. (d) Overlapping near and far objects Example: Animal in a cage, etc. (e) Repetitive patterns Example: Skyscraper windows, computer keyboards, etc. In such cases, do one of the following: (1) Focus an object at the same distance as the subject and lock the focus before recomposing. (2) Set the lens focus mode switch to <g> and focus manually.

AAE Lock

AE lock enables you to lock the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while maintaining the desired exposure level. This feature is useful for backlit and spotlighted subjects.
1 Focus the subject. Press the <w> button. 2 Aim the viewnder center(9) the over
subject where you want to lock the exposure, then press the <A> button. s The <w> icon will light in the viewnder and the exposure setting will be locked (AE lock). Each time you press the <A> button, it locks the current exposure setting.
3 Recompose and take the picture. The exposure level indicator will show
the AE lock exposure level and the current exposure level in real-time. If you want to maintain the AE lock while taking more shots, hold down the <A> button and press the shutter button to take another shot.
Partial or spot metering is recommended for AE lock over a specic point. (p.80)

Bulb Exposures

When bulb is set, the shutter stays open while you hold down the shutter button fully. This method is called bulb exposure. Use bulb exposures for night scenes, reworks, etc., and other subjects requiring long exposures.
Display buLb on the LCD panel.
Hold down the <W> button and turn the <6> dial to select buLb. Then let go of the button.
2 Turn the <6> dial to set the aperture. Take the picture. 3 Press the shutter button completely.
The elapsed exposure time will be displayed on the LCD panel. q: sec. , w: min. , e: hour
Bulb exposures may result in grainy images due to picture noise. Under the menus <z> tab, set [Noise reduction] to reduce the noise. For bulb exposures, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended.

ULCD Panel Illumination

The <U> button on the upper right of the camera toggles the LCD panel illumination on and off. To end the bulb exposure, release the shutter button completely.

Mirror Lockup

Mirror lockup is enabled with C.Fn-12. (p.151) This prevents mirror vibrations which may blur the image during close-ups or when a super telephoto lens is used. Set Custom Functions with 3 <n>.
Press the shutter button completely.
The mirror will lock in the up position.
Again press the shutter button completely.
The picture is taken and the mirror goes back down.
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 suns heat can scorch and damage the shutter curtains. Bulb exposures cannot be used with the self-timer. During the self-timer countdown, if you let go of the shutter button, there will be a shutterrelease sound. This is not the shutter release (no picture is taken). During mirror lockup, the drive mode will be single shooting (u) to override the current drive mode (single or continuous). After 30 seconds, the mirror lockup will be canceled automatically. Pressing the shutter button completely again locks up the mirror again. For mirror lockup, using Remote Switch RS-80N3 or Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 (both sold separately) is recommended.

[Paper Settings]. 3 SelectPaper Settings screen will appear. The

TSetting the Paper Size

Select the size of the paper to be loaded in the printer.

YSetting the Paper Type

Select the type of paper to be loaded in the printer.
About the Paper Type If you are using a Canon printer with Canon paper, set the respective paper type as follows:
Photo Default Photo Paper Plus Glossy Photo Paper Plus Glossy Fast Photo Photo Paper Pro
If you are using a non-Canon printer, refer to the printers instruction manual for the recommended paper type settings.

USetting the Page Layout

Select the desired layout. s The print settings screen will reappear.

About Page Layout

Bordered Borderless 8-UP Default The print will have a white border along the edges. The print will have no white borders. If your printer cannot print borderless prints, the print will have borders. Eight copies of the same image will be printed on a single sheet. With a Canon printer, the print will be borderless.
the other 4 Set desired, alsooptions.<H> date If set the
imprinting, <E> printing effects, and <R> number of copies.
H[Date imprinting] E[Printing effects] R[Number of copies]
Depending on the BJ printer, the <E> Printing effects setting may enable you to select the [VIVID] (for vivid greens and blue sky), [NR] (noise reduction), or [VIVID+NR] setting. For details on trimming, see page 135.
image. 5 Print the[Print]. Select
The printing will start. When the printing ends, the screen will return to step 1. To stop printing, press the <X> button while [Stop] is displayed, then select [OK].
Depending on the images size and recording quality, it may take some time for the printing to start after you select [Print]. The [Default] setting for printing effects and other options are the printers own default settings as set by the printers manufacturer. See the printers instruction manual to nd out what the default settings are.

Handling Printer Errors

If you resolve a printer error (no ink, no paper, etc.) and select [Continue] to resume printing but it does not resume, operate the printer to resume printing. For details, see the printers instruction manual.

Error Messages

If a problem occurs during printing, an error message will appear on the cameras LCD monitor. Press the <X> button to stop printing. After resolving the problem, resume printing. For details on how to resolve a printing problem, refer to the printers instruction manual. Paper Error Check whether the paper is properly loaded in the printer. Ink Error The printer has run out of ink or the waste ink tank is full. Hardware Error Check for any printer problems other than paper and ink problems. File Error You attempted to print an image that cannot be printed with PictBridge. Images taken with a different camera or images edited with a computer might not be printable.

C.Fn-14

E-TTL II autoash system
0: Fully automatic ash photography for all conditions, from low light to daylight ll-ash. 1: The ash exposure will be averaged over the Area AF ellipse. Since automatic ash exposure compensation will not be executed, you may have to set it yourself depending on the scene. This also applies if you use FE lock.

C.Fn-15

Shutter curtain synchronization
1: By using a slow sync speed, you can create a light trail following a moving subject. The ash res right before the shutter closes. This Custom Function can be used to obtain 2nd-curtain sync effects even with EX-series Speedlites which do not have this feature. If an EX-series Speedlite having this feature is set for 2nd-curtain sync, it will override this Custom Function.

C.Fn-16

Safety shift setting
Safety shift can be set for the shutter-priority AE and aperture-priority AE modes. 1: If the subjects brightness changes suddenly and the current shutter-priority AE or aperture-priority AE setting becomes unsuitable, the shutter speed or aperture is shifted to obtain a suitable exposure automatically.

AF point activation area

1: The AF point activation area expands by one point all around the manually-selected AF point. A total of 7 AF points become active. This setting is effective for when only one manually-selected AF point is unable to focus track a subject moving erratically. 2: The camera automatically sets the AF point activation area to 7 or 13 points to suit the lens focal length and AF mode.This is effective when the subjects movement is unpredictable.
The AF point activation area centers on the selected AF point. Therefore, if a peripheral AF point is selected, the AF point activation area will be smaller as shown below.
7-point activation area Selected AF point Activation area 13-point activation area
Setting C.Fn-13 will also expand the AF point activation area.

C.Fn-18

Switch to the registered AF point
1: Press the <P> button to switch to the registered AF point. 2: Switch to the registered AF point only while you press the <P> button. When you release the button, the AF point selected previously becomes active again. You can thereby easily switch between the selected AF point and registered AF point.

If C.Fn-04-1/3 is also set, you can press the <P> button to switch to the registered AF point and start the AF at the same time.

C.Fn-19

Lens AF stop button function
1: AF operates only while the AF stop button is pressed. While the button is pressed, AF operation with the camera is disabled. 2 : When the button is pressed while metering is still active, AE lock takes effect. Convenient when you want to focus and meter separately. 3 : In the manual AF point selection mode, holding down the button switches to automatic AF point selection (among 45 AF points). Holding down the button switches from manual AF point selection to automatic AF point selection instantly. Convenient when you are no longer able to focus track a moving subject with a manuallyselected AF point in the AI Servo AF mode. In the automatic AF point selection mode, the center AF point is selected only while you hold down the button. 4 : In the One-Shot AF mode, the camera switches to AI Servo AF mode only while you hold down the button. In the AI Servo AF mode, the camera switches to One-Shot AF mode only while you hold down the button. Convenient when you need to keep switching between One-Shot AF and AI Servo AF for a subject which keeps moving and stopping. 5: With the lens IS switch already ON, the Image Stabilizer operates only while you press the button.
The AF stop button is provided only on IS super telephoto lenses.

C.Fn-20

AI Servo tracking sensitivity
1 or 2: Prevents the autofocus from being thrown off by any obstacle passing between the camera and subject. 3 or 4: Effective when you want to consecutively photograph multiple subjects located at random distances.
This Custom Function does not affect the AI Servo AF tracking speed.

C.Fn-00

Focusing screen
0: For New Laser-matte screens. 1: For Laser-matte screens. Since the EOS-1Ds Mark IIs standard focusing screen is the Ec-CIII, C.Fn00-1 is already set upon factory shipment.
For C.Fn-00 when you change the focusing screen, see page 166.
3Custom Function group registration
You can register up to three groups of Custom Function settings. A group of Custom Function settings can be used for a specic shooting situation such as sports, snapshooting, and landscapes. Note that C.Fn-00 Focusing screen cannot be registered in any Custom Function group.
Select [Personal Functions (P.Fn)].
Select the <n> tab. Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [Personal Functions (P.Fn)]. Then let go of the button.
[P.Fn 00]. 2 Select down the <X> button and Hold
turn the <5> dial to select [P.Fn 00]. Then let go of the button.
[Regist.] or [Apply]. 3 Select down the <X> button and Hold
turn the <5> dial to select [Regist.] or [Apply]. Then let go of the button. If the P.Fn 00 group has not been registered, [Apply] cannot be selected.

number of the Personal 2 Select thewhose setting you want Function to clear or reset.
Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select Personal Function number. Then let go of the button.
3 Clear or reset the setting. turn the Hold down the <X> and
<5> dial. To cancel the setting, select [OFF]. To reset, select [ON]. Then let go of the <X> button. s To indicate the effective choice, [ON]or [OFF] will be displayed in green.
Clearing All Personal Functions
In step 1 above, if you select [Clear all Personal Functions], the Clear all Personal Functions screen will appear. Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [OK]. When you let go of the button, all the Personal Function settings will be cleared. To reset the Personal Function settings, follow the procedure above.
3Saving and Reading Camera Settings
You can save the shooting mode, menu settings, Custom Function settings, Personal Function settings, etc. , onto the memory card and later read them into the camera. Therefore, you can read all these settings into another EOS-1Ds Mark II camera body.

Saving camera settings

Select [Save camera settings].
Select the <c> tab. Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [Save camera settings]. Then let go of the button.
Save 2 Hold the camera settings. and down the <X> button
turn the <5> dial to select [OK]. Then let go of the <X> button. s The camera settings will be saved onto the memory card.
The date/time, number of remaining shots, and other unnecessary settings will not be saved/read. Only one set of camera settings can be saved onto a memory card. If the memory card already has camera settings saved, they will be overwritten.

Reading camera settings

2 Select the <c> tab.
Transfer the camera settings saved in the memory card to the camera. Select [Loading camera settings].
Hold down the <X> button and turn the <5> dial to select [Loading camera settings]. Then let go of the button.
3 Read the camera settings. and Hold down the <X> button
turn the <5> dial to select [OK]. Then let go of the <X> button. s The menu will disappear and the camera will turn off for an instant. s The camera settings will be read by the camera and take immediate effect.

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions: Weight: 156 (W) x 157.6 (H) x 79.9 (D) mm / 6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in. 1215 g/42.9 oz. (body only. battery: 335 g/11.8 oz. )

Working Conditions

Working temperature range: 0C- 45C / 32F - 113F Working humidity: 85% or less
All the specications above are based on Canons testing standards. The cameras specications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents

I OVERVIEW II SUMMARY OF NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES III DESIGN FEATURES A. Improved Image Playback Functions New LCD Screen Magnified View From Any AF Point Magnified View During Quick Review Last Displayed Image Remembered and Improved Magnified Images More Complete INFO Display B. Improved Image Recording Performance More Burst Frames New Split Recording for RAW+JPEG New Simple Recording Slot Switching Automatic New Folder Creation User-settable File Names Automatic Noise Reduction for Long Exposures C. More Functional Improvements Picture Style New Ec-S Focusing Screen ISO Set Through Finder Reduced Startup Time Enhanced Range of Settings for Continuous Shooting Speed Access to Menu Options During Image Recording New Custom Functions and Personal Functions Low Level Formatting of SD Cards D. Enhanced PictBridge Functions New Contact Printing Two New Layouts With Exif Data Face Brightener New Paper Sizes E. Continuation of Key Elements of EOS-1D Mark II Worlds Fastest Autofocus Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Superior Sensor DIGIC II Image Processor 1-Series Tradition: A Complete Range of Functions Compatibility Basic Operation Ease Design Reliability and Durability Extensive Software Package IV SPECIFICATIONS V CONCLUSION
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I. OVERVIEW

The Canon EOS-1D Mark II N Digital SLR is both the successor to, and a thorough reconsideration of, the EOS-1D Mark II camera. It preserves the speed, responsiveness, image quality and reliability of the EOS-1D Mark II model while incorporating newly refined features that make the camera easier to use and more precise. The N model inherits the mantle of worlds fastest digital SLR, firing at 8.5 fps for up to 48 fullresolution JPEGs in a burst (vs. the same firing rate and a 40 JPEG burst for the 1D Mark II camera). It retains the superb 8.2 megapixel CMOS Sensor of the 1D Mark II camera, with its convenient 1.3x lens conversion factor, and continues to use the DIGIC II Image Processor for outstanding image quality. The EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR shares with the 1 Series family its all-metal body and chassis and weather-resistant construction, and its shutter is still durability-tested to 200,000 exposures. The new 2.5 inch, wide-angle view LCD/TFT screen brings with it larger, easier-to-see text in 15 languages. Picture Style makes image control easier. ISO speed changes, memory card selection and new folder creation have all been simplified. The optional Ec-S screen makes manual focusing easier. More burst frames are now possible and burst speed settings are more flexible. Info display is more complete. Many menus can now be accessed during image recording. Several improvements to magnified view make focus checking easier. Last displayed image view makes image review easier and less stressful. User-settable file names make it easier to identify and index ones work. Automatic noise reduction eliminates uncertainty from low-light photography. Enhanced printing functions will make keeping track of images easier. The result is a superb professional photographic instrument. The estimated selling price of the new camera, $3,999 , is actually $500 less than the initial price of its predecessor. This aggressive pricing makes the EOS-1D Mark II N camera a terrific deal. Photographers upgrading from older or less robust equipment, or from film, will see that the N model is the clear choice in all-around professional performance. The great success of the cameras predecessors is on display at any sporting event where legions of white L Series lenses mark Canon as the overwhelming preference of

1Ds Mark II

1D Mark II N

Digital Rebel XT

professional sports photographers. The same is true in wedding and fashion photography. Many of these cameras have seen long and hard service and could be replaced if a persuasive opportunity presented itself. Purchasing managers for news organizations and studio operations will certainly find the combination of value and significant evolutionary improvements an excellent argument for cycling through existing 1-Series equipment in service. Further, while the EOS-1D Mark II N camera is easier to use, its complete compatibility with existing Canon lenses, Speedlites and accessories means that its introduction into an equipment pool will not require any sort of re-engineering, avoiding additional expense, complication and nuisance. Working photographers will feel at home immediately with the EOS-1D Mark II N camera. It has the feel and responsiveness they know and rely on combined with a new ease of use they will appreciate and enjoy. Pros of every stripe will recognize it instantly for what it is: the new professional standard.
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II. SUMMARY OF NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES
Larger, 2.5 inch LCD/TFT screen with wide viewing angle More burst frames: 22 RAW (from 20), big increase in small JPEG burst Improved image processing sequence Startup time 0.2 sec (from 0.3 sec) Estimated selling price of US $3,999 ($500 less than EOS-1D Mark II at introduction) New Picture Style settings, easier than Parameters, 6 pre-set, 3 user-defined Enhanced recording functions to 2 card slots: split recording CF/SD New, simple memory card switching function, CF/SD Low-level, physical formatting of SD cards, faster and more secure Magnified view from any selected AF point on playback Magnified view during Quick Review Improved image quality in Magnified view Last displayed image is remembered More complete info display includes file sizes, monochrome and R/G/B indicators Automatic new folder creation User-settable file names- first 4 characters More settings for Custom Functions and Personal Functions New access to menu options during image processing and recording Contact sheets, Exif printing info, Face Brightener function, new paper sizes with PictBridge New optional Ec-S focusing screen for more accurate manual focusing Automatic noise reduction menu option for long exposures ISO adjustable while looking in the finder Enhanced range of settings for burst frames New IEEE1394 locking cap Canon logo now with sunken lettering and fill-in paint Key features of the EOS-1D Mark II retained Complete EOS system compatibility Magnesium alloy body and stainless steel chassis create a rugged camera with a solid, high quality, professional feel. New software package, included at no extra cost, includes Canons new Digital Photo Professional, ZoomBrowser EX, ImageBrowser and EOS Capture. Accessory Data Verification Kit, DVK-E2, permits verification of original, untampered image data.

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III. DESIGN FEATURES

A. Improved Image Playback Functions
New LCD Screen The EOS-1D Mark II N camera has a new, 2.5 inch LCD/ TFT screen with 230,000 pixels. Its area is more than 50% larger than a 2.0 inch screen. Its backlight, with six LED modules, is brighter. Examining photographed images, checking focus and selecting menu items are now all easier. The improved display enables viewing angles up to a remarkable 170 degrees from any direction.

LCD Screen

Magnified View From Any AF Point
Sharing the stage with the new, 2.5 inch LCD wide-angle view display are five significant improvements to image playback. First, one can have magnified view from any selected AF point. Previously, magnified views took the center of the image as the starting point. If the selected AF point was not in the center, one had to scroll around the image, an awkward and time-consuming process. Now, a menu item, [Enlarge from selected AF point],
Enlarge display setting screen
enables the user to magnify the image and check focus in a single operation: the press of one button. Magnification starts at approximately 100% and ranges in 15 steps from 1.5x to 10x, the same as the EOS-1D Mark II camera.

Magnified

Magnified View During Quick Review
Next, magnified view during Quick Review is enabled. This means that, when an image is displayed on the LCD screen immediately after capture, magnified view in 15 steps is now possible, speeding and simplifying focus checking, as well as reducing the time until the next shot can be taken.
1. Quick Review image appears after the shot is taken.
2. Hold down the <Magnified> button and press the <Magnify> button to magnify the image.
Last Displayed Image Remembered and Improved Magnified Images
Third, increased internal memory capacity has improved image quality in Magnified view. Improved memory function has also made it possible for the EOS-1D Mark II N camera to remember the last displayed image. Previously, when the user resumed image playback after clearing the display by pressing the shutter button or AE lock button, the image shown was the last one shot, a particular inconvenience when checking large numbers of images. Now, when playback is resumed after stopping, the specification has been revised so that the most recently displayed image reappears.

More Complete INFO Display
Last, the information display now shows file sizes and includes notations for monochrome (B/W) and R/G/B when the RGB histogram is enabled. File size has become a critical piece of data with the practical limitations imposed by the widespread adoption of wireless networks (enabled by transmitters such as the Canon WFT-E1A) for image transfer. The indications of monochrome and RGB are an aid to photographers who are fully or partially color blind. Additionally, it is now easier to distinguish between actual monochrome images and those with a limited palette that appear to be monochrome.
B. Improved Image Recording Performance
More Burst Frames An improved image processing sequence and an improved memory management method have made more burst frames possible. The RAW burst is now 22 frames; RAW+JPEG is approximately 19 frames (JPEG quality: 8, Picture Style: Standard, ISO 100); JPEG large is 48 or better; JPEG Medium 1 is 59 or better; JPEG Medium 2 is 77 or better, and JPEG Small has increased substantially to 135 or better. Professional users in particular will appreciate the extra margin of comfort that greater burst performance provides.
New Split Recording for RAW+JPEG
As with the EOS-1D Mark II model, the EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR allows the user to save the same image simultaneously in both memory cards, slot 1 and slot 2, a highly effective backup mechanism. Also, one can record to slot 1 until it is full, going on to slot 2 as a reserve. Now, with the EOS-1D Mark II N camera in RAW+JPEG mode, it is also possible to save the RAW and JPEG images separately in each memory card. The RAW images can be saved in slot 1 and the JPEGs, in any of ten quality levels, in slot 2, or vice versa. Because CF cards tend to be larger, currently, than SD cards, the RAW files will be likelier to go on the CF card in slot 1, but this is not a requirement. The new option allows images to be recorded separately according to usage, finally realizing a great potential benefit of the dual slot configuration.

STEP 1 STEP 2

RAW+JPEG (L/M1/M2/S) selected
Screen for RAW+JPEG images separate recording onto two cards
New Simple Recording Slot Switching
Canon has made a substantial improvement in the way switching between the two card slots is accomplished. On the EOS-1D Mark II, one had to press the Display button and turn the Quick Control Dial to select the folder mode before the card slot selection screen appeared. Holding down the Select memory card button and turning the Quick Control Dial selected the memory card, a less-than-intuitive procedure. The memory card selection button of the EOS-1D Mark II N camera accesses the selection screen directly, a simple and stress-free process.
Automatic New Folder Creation

Picture Style screen

sharpness), Neutral (natural color reproduction with settings that stress image elements, intended for post-processing, same parameters as the EOS-1D series), Faithful (color reproduction that colorimetrically matches the original as closely as possible, also intended for post-processing) and Monochrome (same as on the EOS 20D camera, and the first time this feature has appeared on an EOS-1 class digital SLR). The first five have adjustable preset settings for Sharpness, Contrast, Color tone and Saturation. Monochrome has adjustable preset settings for Sharpness, Contrast, Filter effect and Toning effect. In addition, there are three user-defined Picture Styles, providing extensive custom control.

New Ec-S Focusing Screen

For the many professional photographers who prefer to focus manually in certain situations, Canon has devised an optional new focusing screen that uses the precision matte technology first seen on the EOS 20D camera. Optimized for lenses with maximum apertures of f/2.8 and brighter, the Ec-S has a steeper parabola of focus than the standard screen, the New Laser Matte Magnified photo of screen Ec-CIII. The Ec-Ss newly shaped microlens causes the defocus bokeh characteristic near the point of focus to be more pronounced. The point of sharpest focus has more snap, making it easier and faster to find. Note that the Ec-S screen is not recommended for use with lenses slower than f/2.8. Also, because the Ec-S screen requires a new setting for C.Fn-00, it is not currently
compatible with existing cameras. Canon is reviewing the possibility of providing a firmware update for earlier EOS-1 class DSLRs.

ISO Set Through Finder

ISO speed and ISO bracketing can now be set while looking through the viewfinder rather than taking ones eye away from the finder to look at the top LCD panel. The risk of missing a photo opportunity is reduced.

Viewfinder

Reduced Startup Time
The improved system processing sequence and revised operations for camera startup have lowered startup time to an almost imperceptible 0.2 sec.
Enhanced Range of Settings for Continuous Shooting Speed
The EOS-1D Mark II N camera offers a choice of high-speed continuous shooting (H) ranging from 2 to 8.5 fps, and low speed continuous shooting (L) with settings from 1 to 7 fps. Access to these controls is through the new P.Fn 19, [Set continuous shooting speed]. There was no overlap in the EOS-1D Mark IIs settings; (H) was 4 to 8.5 fps and (L) was 1 to 3 fps. Professional photographers will appreciate both the new level of control and the greater range of (L) settings.
Access to Menu Options During Image Recording
The EOS-1D Mark II N camera offers the highly useful feature of permitting access to certain menu options while the camera is processing images and recording them on a memory card. During shooting, changes in [JPEG quality], [Color space], [Picture Style], [Photographed image review] and ISO expansion can be made, effective with the next shot. During playback, changes to [Highlight alert], [Display AF points], [Histogram display] and [Enlarged display set] will all be effective with the next image displayed. In addition, changes to these settings are applied immediately after being entered: [Auto Power Off] and [Auto rotate] from Setup menu 1, as well as [Language] and [Video system] from Setup menu 2.

New Custom Functions and Personal Function
C.Fn-13 adds [9/Center AF] point to [Number AF points/Spot metering]. This allows spot metering to remain at the center of the image, regardless of the focusing point selected from the nine available choices. C.Fn-00, setting 2 [Ec-S] is added to [Focusing screen] to support the new focusing screen. The new P.Fn-19 is very welcome because it now permits the selection of [High-speed continuous shooting]: 2-8 or [Low-speed continuous shooting]: 1-7. Finally, with P.Fn-25, [Picture Style] and [Color space] have been added to [Default settings when cleared].
Low Level Formatting of SD Cards
Low level formatting, or physical formatting, rewrites all of the recording medias sector information. Existing data is completely erased. In contrast, high level formatting, or logical formatting, is like erasing only the table of contents of a book. It may be possible in this case to recover data with third party software, an advantage or a disadvantage, depending upon circumstances. The EOS-1D Mark II N
Low-level formatting screen
camera has the Low Level Format feature already incorporated into Canon PowerShot cameras. When the SD card (Card 2) is selected on the card format screen, a checkbox to enable Low Level Format will appear. (Low Level Formatting is not possible with CF cards, so the checkbox does not appear in this case.) When it is selected, writing to the SD card will be faster and more secure, and permanent deletion of data will be executed.
D. Enhanced PictBridge Functions
New Contact Printing In 2004, primarily as a result of the introduction of the PIXMA brand (PIXUS brand in Japan) in the latter half of the year, unit sales expanded nearly 20% from the previous year. As a result, Canon showed excellent performance for the year, returning to the No. 1 position in the Japanese market for the first time in eight years. Canon has applied advances in its semiconductor production technologies to the nozzle manufacturing process, resulting in substantial improvements in printer performance. Software andhardware innovations are combining to make Canon printers work better than ever. For example, the compatibility of Canon PIXMA photo printers and Canon cameras has been extended so that, beginning with PictBridge compliant models introduced in the fall of 2005, useful new functions will be available. First, theres Contact Printing, featuring easy-to-see thumbnail images, with a simulated 35mm filmstrip background. Each frame measures 36mm x 24mm, exactly the size of contact prints made from 35mm film, in a five-rows-of-seven 35-image layout.

Two New Layouts With Exif Data
The second new option is a 20image layout with Exif shooting informationprinted next to each frame: camera model, lens model, extender usage, shooting mode, shutter speed, aperture setting, exposure compensation (not shown if no compensation is used), ISO, white balance, file
number and date. Either of these options offers a useful solution to the problem of archiving and retrieving digital images. A third new choice makes a single print with Exif information printed underneath.

Face Brightener

Face Brightener, which makes dark, backlit faces brighter, is an effect that appeared originally in Easy-Photo-Print Ver. 3.0. It is now available, without a computer, in the new series of Canon PIXMA Photo Printers. It provides an easy way to correct for underexposure caused, in most cases, by backlighting of the subject.

Original image

With Face Brightener

New Paper Sizes

Three new paper sizes have been added: 4 x 8, 8 x 10 and 10 x 12. This enhancement is aimed at the growing group of professionals who may need to print directly from their cameras while on location, and is compatible with new paper sizes that are scheduled to be available for Canon PIXMA Photo Printers announced in the second half of 2005.
E. Continuation of the Key Elements of the EOS-1D Mark II
Worlds Fastest Autofocus Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera The EOS-1D Mark II N camera has the same top speed as the EOS-1D Mark II model. At 8.5 frames per second in One Shot AF/AI SERVO AF mode, it still boasts the worlds fastest continuous shooting speed for an AF DSLR.

Superior Sensor

CMOS sensor
The EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR has the same Canon-designed and -manufactured single-plate CMOS sensor as the EOS-1D Mark II. The sensor measures 28.7mm x 19.1mm, the generous APS-H size, yielding a 1.3x lens conversion factor that is better for wide-angle work than smaller, less costly sensors. Additionally, the large sensor means that each of its 8.2 megapixels (3520 horizontal by 2342 vertical) can be a considerable 8.2m square. This surface area produces greater
III. NEW AND IMPROVED DESIGN FEATURES
sensitivity to light, higher effective ISOs, better shadow and highlight detail, higher signal output and exceptionally low noise compared to earlier EOS Digital SLRs.

DIGIC II Image Processor

The DIGIC II provides the EOS-1D Mark II N camera with an ultra-fast processing system, in part because of its use of DDR-SDRAM (Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory) and eight- channel simultaneous reading from the sensor. The DIGIC II retains its acclaimed on-chip noise reduction circuit that produces low levels of noise, even at high ISOs, and provides high-precision computing for natural color reproduction, superb color accuracy, wide tonal range, reduced false 8-channel signal reading colors and low power consumption. The DIGIC II combines the functions of the original DIGIC, the camera control module and the image processing module, all on one unit, reducing size, cost and complexity, and increasing performance and reliability.

1-Series Tradition: A Complete Range of Functions
The EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR shares its heritage with the EOS-1, -1N and 1v film SLRs and the -1D, -1Ds, -1D Mark II and 1Ds Mark II digital SLRs, a noble family of rugged and top-performing professional cameras. Necessarily, it has shutter speeds from 1/8000 to 30 seconds plus Bulb, a maximum X-sync of 1/250 second, ISO speeds from 100 to 1600 in 1/3-step increments (with expansion to ISO 50 or 3200 using menu screens), 100% viewfinder coverage, short startup time (0.2 sec), a shutter release lag time of 55 ms (or 40 ms at full aperture with P.Fn-26 set), active mirror control for a finder blackout time of approximately 87 ms, four JPEG resolution settings, ten JPEG compression settings, RAW and RAW+JPEG simultaneous recording, precise auto white balance, WB correction and WB bracketing, 45-point area AF with metering sensors in 21 zones, high-speed AF and high-speed subject tracking, the E-TTL II advanced flash exposure system, and IEEE1394 (FireWireTM) for faster image transfers to a personal computer.

Compatibility

In addition to accepting the entire array of Canon EF (but not EF-S) lenses and EX-Series Speedlites, the EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR is completely compatible with all system accessories for the EOS-1D and EOS-1D Mark II cameras (including the DVK-E2 Data Verification Kit, but not the DVK-E1 or the IFC-200D6/450D6 Interface Cables), wireless/ wired LAN image transfers (with WFT-E1/E1A), IPTC (International Press Telecommunication
Council) information tags for JPEG images, Exif 2.21 (especially for color space and printing applications), and formatting capabilities for memory cards up to 2 GB and larger.

Speedlites

EF Lenses

Basic Operation Ease

Like all 1-Series cameras, the EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR is as comfortable to hold vertically as it is horizontally. It retains the graphical user interface for accessing many functions, always with a priority on shooting. Most of the improvements from the Mark II model to Mark II N model make the new camera even easier to use.

Design

As on the EOS-1D Mark II and the EOS-1Ds Mark II cameras, the Canon logo on the EOS-1D Mark II N camera uses sculpted and color-filled lettering for a look of quality and sophistication. The new screen on the back seems enormous and is unmistakable. On the whole, the 1D Mark II N camera looks like just what it is, a rugged and elegant professional instrument.
Reliability and Durability
In keeping with 1-Series practice, the EOS-1D Mark II N camera uses magnesium alloy with a tough, scratch-resistant coating for the top, front, bottom, sides and rear covers, the memory card slot cover and the chassis. The mirror box is a machined aluminum casting. The shutter is tested for 200,000 cycles, the highest reliability rating for an SLR with a focal plane shutter. Extensive use of gaskets and seals gives the camera thorough dust and water resistance. Noise-resistant electromagnetic shielding and careful
distribution of electronics keeps images noise-free. A new cable protector is bundled with the camera; it prevents movement of the IEEE1394 cable in its socket and the damage that could cause.
Extensive Software Package
The EOS-1D Mark II N camera will be packaged with the EOS Digital Solution Disk, Ver. 11, which includes ZoomBrowser EX 5.5, ImageBrowser 5.5, EOS Capture 1.5 (Windows/ Macintosh), PhotoStitch 3.1 (Windows/Macintosh), and a set of PTP, WIA and TWAIN Drivers (Windows). At no extra cost, the camera will also come with Digital Photo Professional, Ver. 2.0, an immensely useful tool for professional digital workflow.

IV. SPECIFICATIONS

Camera Type
Type: Digital AF/AE SLR Recording Medium: Type I or II CF card, SD memory card Image Size: 28.7 x 19.1mm Compatible Lenses: Canon EF lenses (except EF-S lens) (35mm-equivalent focal length is equal to approx. 1.3 times the marked focal length. ) Lens mount: Canon EF mount

Imaging Element

Type: High-sensitivity, high-resolution, large single-plate CMOS sensor Effective Pixels: Approx. 8.20 megapixels Total Pixels: Approx. 8.50 megapixels Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Vertical:Horizontal) Color Filter System: RGB primary color filter Low-pass Filter: Located in front of the image sensor, non-removable

Recording System

Recording Formats: DCF 2.0 (Exif 2.21): JPEG and RAW Image Formats: JPEG, RAW (12bit) RAW+JPEG simultaneous recording: Provided File size: (1) L (Large): Approx. 3.2MB (3,504 x 2,336 pixels) (2) M1 (Medium1): Approx. 2.6MB (3,104 x 2,072 pixels) (3) M2 (Medium2): Approx. 1.9MB (2,544 x 1,696 pixels) (4) S (Small): Approx. 1.1MB (1,728 x 1,152 pixels) (5) RAW: Approx. 7.9MB (3,504 x 2,336 pixels)* JPEG quality: 8* Exact file sizes depend on the JPEG quality, subject, ISO speed, etc. Folder setting: Folder creation/selection enabled File numbering: (1) Consecutive numbering (2) Auto reset (3) Manual reset Processing parameters/ Color matrix: Incorporated in Picture Style (6 standard + 2 custom) Backup image recording: Enabled (Same image recordable on CF card and SD memory card can simultaneously record JPEG & RAW split between two cards. Interfaces: IEEE1394 for personal computers, USB for direct printing, Video output (NTSC/PAL), N3 remote control socket and PC terminal for non-dedicated flash units

White Balance

Settings: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light, Flash, Color temperature setting, Custom, PC-1 to PC-3 (Total 10 settings) Auto white balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor Color temperature compensation: White balance bracketing: 3 steps in full-step increments; White balance correction: 9 steps in full-step increments
* Blue/amber bias or magenta/green bias possible
Type: Eye-level pentaprism Coverage: Approx. 100 percent vertically and horizontally with respect to the effective pixels Magnification: 0.72x (-1 diopter with 50mm lens at infinity) Eyepoint: 20mm Built-in dioptric adjustment: -3.0 +1.0 diopter Focusing screen: Interchangeable (11 types), Standard focusing screen: Ec-CIII Mirror: Quick-return half mirror (Transmission:reflection ratio of 37:63, no mirror cut-off with EF 1200mm f/5.6 or shorter lens) Viewfinder information: AF information (AF points, focus confirmation light), exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, manual exposure, spot metering circle, ISO speed, exposure level), flash information (flash ready, FP flash, FE lock, flash exposure level), white balance compensation, JPEG recording, number of remaining shots, memory card information Depth-of-field preview: Enabled with depth-of-field preview button Eyepiece shutter: Built-in

Autofocus

Type: TTL-AREA-SIR with a CMOS sensor AF points: 45 AF points (Area AF) AF working range: EV 0-18 (at ISO 100 at 68F/20C) Focusing modes: One-Shot AF (ONE SHOT), AI Servo AF (AI SERVO), Manual focusing (MF) AF point selection: Automatic selection, manual selection, home position (switch to registered AF point) Selected AF point display: Superimposed in viewfinder and indicated on LCD panel AF-assist beam: Emitted by the dedicated Speedlite

Exposure Control

Metering modes: 21-zone TTL full aperture metering (1) Evaluative metering (linkable to any AF point) (2) Partial metering (approx. 13.5% of screen) (3) Spot metering Center spot metering (approx. 3.8% of screen) AF point-linked spot metering Multi-spot metering (Max. 8 spot metering entries) (4) Center-weighted average metering Metering range: EV 0-20 (at 68F/20C with 50mm f/1.4 lens, ISO 100) Exposure control systems: Program AE (shiftable), shutter-priority AE, aperture priority AE, E-TTL II autoflash, manual, flash metered manual, bulb ISO speed range : Equivalent to ISO 100-1600. Can be expanded to ISO 50 and 3200 with menu. Exposure compensation: AEB: 3 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Bracketing methods: 1. Shutter speed and aperture 2. ISO speed; Manual: 3 stops in 1/3-stop or 1/2-stop increments AE lock: Auto: Applied in One-Shot AF mode with evaluative metering when focus is achieved. Manual: By AE lock button in all metering modes.

Shutter

Type: Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter Shutter speeds: 1/8000 to 30 sec. (1/3-stop increments), bulb, X-sync at 1/250 sec. Shutter release: Soft-touch electromagnetic release Self-timer: 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay Remote control: Remote control with N3 type terminal Self-Timer: 10-sec. delay Remote Control: Remote Control with Remote Switch RS-80N3, Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 or Wireless Controller LC-4
E-TTL II autoflash with EX-series Speedlite

Drive System

Drive modes: Single, low-speed continuous, high-speed continuous, self-timer Continuous shooting speed: Low-speed continuous: Approx. 3 shots/sec.; High-speed continuous: Approx. 8.5 shots/sec. Max. burst: JPEG: Approx. 48 frames (Large, JPEG 8) RAW: Approx. 22 frames; RAW+JPEG: Approx. 19 frames

LCD Monitor

Type: TFT color liquid-crystal monitor Monitor size: 2.5 in. Pixels: Approx. 230,000 Coverage: 100% with respect to the effective pixels Brightness adjustment: Five levels provided Interface languages: 15

Image Playback

Image display format: Single image, single image (INFO.), 4-image index, 9-image index, magnified zoom (approx. 1.5x - 10x), rotated image Highlight alert: In the single image and single image (INFO.) formats, any overexposed highlight areas will blink in the image display.
Image Protection and Erase
Protection: Erase protection of one image, all images in a folder, or all images in the memory card can be applied or canceled at one time. Erase: One image, all images in a folder, or all images in the memory card can be erased (except protected images) at one time.

Sound Recording

Recording method: The voice annotation recorded with the built-in microphone is attached to the image. File format: WAV Recording time: Max. 30 sec. per recording

Direct Printing

Compatible printers: CP Direct, Direct Photo, and PictBridge-compatible printers Printable images: JPEG images (Print ordering enabled with DPOF version 1.1)

Customization

Custom Functions: 21 Custom Functions with 67 settings Picture Style: 5 adjustable preset modes, 3 custom modes plus monochrome Personal Functions: 27 Camera settings saving/reading: Possible

Power Source

Battery: One NiMH Pack NP-E3 * AC power can be supplied via the AC adapter and DC coupler. Shooting Capacity: At 68F/20C: Approx. 1200 At 32F/0C: Approx. 800 * The above figures apply when a fully-charged Ni-MH Pack NP-E3 is used. Battery check: Automatic Power saving: Provided. Power turns off after 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, or 30 min. Back-up battery: One CR2025 lithium battery

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in./156 (W) x 157.6 (H) x 79.9 (D) mm Weight: 43.2 oz./ 1,225g (Body only)

Working Conditions

Working temperature range: 32F - 113F/ 0C- 45C Working humidity: 85% or less
All the specifications above are based on Canons testing and measuring standards. Shooting capacity specifications comply with CIPA standards. The cameras specifications and physical appearance are subject to change without notice.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries, Macintosh is a registered trademark or trademark of Apple Computer Inc. in the United States and / or other countries. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Microdrive is a trademark of IBM Corporation. Adobe Photoshop is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated and its subsidiaries in each country. The other product and brand names appearing in this brochure are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. TFT monitor images shown in this brochure are simulated.

V. CONCLUSION

The day after the specifications of a new camera are set for production, an idea for some worthwhile change inevitably presents itself. This is because, first of all, development continues on the product itself. Second, once the camera has been sold in any numbers, there is feedback from users that is worthy of consideration. Then, development continues on the entire line of, in this case, DSLRs, and components developed for one application might be just the ticket for another one as well. If, for example, the cost of developing a new screen could be shared among several cameras, each benefits on both sides of the price/performance equation. So, while the EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR retains the benchmark features that made the EOS-1D Mark II camera such an overwhelming success, there is a great deal about it which is new and significant. User requests are largely responsible for the separate RAW and JPEG recording, low-level formatting of SD cards, automatic folder creation, user-settable file names, easy switching of recording card slot, ISO setting in the viewfinder display, inclusion of file size in the INFO display, menu operation during image processing and writing, as well as improved settings for both Custom Functions and Personal Functions. The new Ec-S focusing screen was developed to help the many sports and portrait photographers who focus manually. Advances in computing system logic enable faster startup time, greater burst performance, enhanced magnified view options and the new automatic noise reduction option. Two examples of shared technology are the new, large display and the Picture Style approach to controlling image characteristics. As a result of these changes, the EOS-1D Mark II N digital SLR is a camera that will be a source of pleasure to owners and users alike, whether or not they are one and the same. Those who pay for the 1D Mark II N camera will appreciate its rugged durability, long product life, system compatibility and under $4,000 price range. Professional users will value its great speed and responsiveness, its superb image quality, its rugged durability and system compatibility, coupled with its new ease of operation. For those who pay their own hard-earned money for their equipment and who, then, must make a living with what theyve bought, the EOS-1D Mark II N camera makes a perfect argument for itself. It is, clearly, the new professional standard.