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Canon EOS 500 User Manual

Canon EOS 500
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Canon
EOS
500/500QO
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English
Ed
ition
. INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

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Canon EOS 500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Type35mm SLR
Lens MountCanon EF mount
Film AdvanceAutomatic
Dimensions145 x 92 x 62 mm
Weight370 g (body only)
Shutter Speed Range30 sec to 1/2000 sec
FlashBuilt-in flash, Guide No. 12 (ISO 100, m)
Exposure Metering6-zone evaluative metering
Power Source2x CR123A lithium batteries
ShutterVertical-travel, focal-plane electronic shutter

Summary

I. PREPARATIONS FOR TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS

Camera Setup Essentials

Learn to attach the strap, load batteries, and mount lenses correctly.

Shutter Button and Autofocus

Understanding the two-stage shutter button and its autofocus functions.

Loading and Removing Film

Proper procedures for loading film into the camera and safely removing it.

II. TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS

Basic Shooting Modes

Explore Full Automatic, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, and Sports shooting modes.

Flash and Red-Eye Control

Learn about automatic flash, AF auxiliary light, and red-eye reduction functions.

III. TAKING DIFFERENT KINDS OF SHOTS

Creative Exposure Modes

Master Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, and Manual Exposure settings.

Advanced Shooting Techniques

Utilize Depth-of-Field AE, Flash Photography, and Partial Metering for better shots.

IV. OTHER INFORMATION AND NOTES ON ACCESSORIES

Photographic Fundamentals

Understand terms like shutter speed, aperture, film speed, and depth-of-field.

Troubleshooting Camera Issues

Resolve common camera issues and interpret warning indicators on the LCD.

Camera Accessories Overview

Explore essential accessories like flashes, remote switches, and extenders.

Camera Care and Battery Management

Learn cleaning procedures, LCD notes, and battery information.

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