Canon Photography The Complete Manual

Discover how to get the best from your Canon Camera! Canon have become one of the leading developers of imaging technology since their humble origins as an optics manufacturer in 1933. They now boast a class leading range of cameras, lenses and accessories that are used by amateurs and professionals the world over. If you are looking to dip your toe into the world of photography, or you are interested in upgrading, then this manual has a wealth of information on the range available, to help you make a better informed choice as to what is right for you. 100% unofficial.

Colours of sunrise

Light up the horizon

CANON GEAR GUIDE • Your essential guide to Canon cameras and equipment

Anatomy of a DSLR • What goes on at the front of a Canon DSLR?

Anatomy of a DSLR • What goes on at the back of a Canon DSLR?

Digital compact cameras • The next level of simplicity, shooting and sharing

Canon Zoemini instant cameras • Fun, fast, on-the-go photography and printing

EOS for beginners • New creative photographic opportunities await

EOS for enthusiasts • Develop new skills with a state-of-the-art DSLR

EOS advanced • Used the world over from war zones to fashion shoots

The EOS R full-frame mirrorless system • A new system that can integrate and complement your existing EOS equipment

Canon lenses • Team a great camera with a great lens for perfect images

EF-M lenses • Compact lightweight lenses designed exclusively for the EOS M-mount cameras

EF-S lenses • Get creative with focal lengths from ultra-wide to telephoto with lenses for APS-C sized sensors

EF prime lenses • Some key selections from the wide choice of Canon EF full-frame lenses

EF zoom lenses

Tilt-shift lenses and extenders • Control your perspective or extend your reach with special lenses and adapters

EOS RF lenses • Begin your journey into the world of full-frame mirrorless photography

Canon Speedlites • Flashes that will light up your creativity

The majesty of mono

UNDERSTAND YOUR CAMERA • Our guide to some photographic essentials

Shooting modes • Getting in the right mode for the right situation

Focusing • Getting the best out of your autofocus system

Shutter speed and camera shake • The shutter of your camera is simply a mechanical barrier

Aperture and depth of field • With aperture you can control how much of your picture is in focus

How aperture works

Focal length and zoom • Understanding how focal length works in composing shots

Exposure and metering • Accurate exposure is the key to good photography

Be the master of metering • Know when to use the different types of metering modes

ISO and image noise • High ISO gives you faster shutter speeds in low light, but there’s a price to pay

White balance • White may not be as white as you think

TYPICAL WHITE BALANCE VALUES

TIPS FOR BETTER PHOTOS • Top tips that can help you take better photos

CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY • Learn the techniques that the professionals use

Dawn photography • Early morning mist makes for a beautiful sunrise

Neutral density grads • Shooting into the sun can be an exposure nightmare but there are methods that can help

The fisheye lens • The right lens for the job

Misty water effect • Fast flowing water looks great with a slow shutter speed

Shallow depth of field • Isolate your subject using narrow depth of field

Wildlife at the zoo • You don’t need to travel the world to find wildlife pictures

Black and white photography • See the world in black and white as we introduce...