Understanding Your Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Understanding Your Canon EOS 5D Mark II - Level 2

Topics covered during the course:

• Recommended setup - Shoot with card off, Highlight alert, AF Point Display and Shooting Function Display.
• Exposure modes explained Auto, Programmed, Shutter / Aperture Priority and Manual.
• Using the Histogram display to gauge exposure.
• Metering modes explained - Evaluative , Centre Weighted Average, Partial and Spot.
• Resolution / Image quality settings - Jpeg & RAW / SRAW and the benefits of using RAW.
• ISO Film speed selection - Auto and manual ISO sensitivity.
• Peripheral Illumination control explained.
• AF Micro adjustment explained.
• Menu controls - navigation of the menu& use of the MY MENU facility.
• White Balance explained - AWB vs Manual White Balance selection.
• Picture Styles explained - Standard, Neutral , Vivid and Monochrome settings.
• Custom Functions explained.
• Dust deletion data explained & Automatic / manual sensor cleaning modes.
• Use of appropriate lenses - recommended lenses for use with the 5d Mk2.
• Use of the Live View facility - Quick, Live & Face Priority autofocus mode modes explained.
• Use of the HD Video / audio recording mode - various recording options explained & relevant playback.
• ETTL flash system explained.
• Updating Firmware - Why is this necessary?.
• Use of related accessories - Canon DPP software , BG-E6 Battery grip and other related accessories.

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