Introduction
The Canon EOS Kiss X7 boasts an approximately 18-megapixel high-definition CMOS sensor, DIGIC 5 image processor, a precise and fast 9-point AF system, continuous shooting at up to 4 frames per second, Live View shooting, and Full HD video recording capabilities. It offers excellent portability for immediate shooting and a wide range of advanced features suitable for more sophisticated photography.
To deepen your understanding, it is recommended to read this manual while actively operating the camera. Experiment with shooting and review the results to familiarize yourself with the camera's functions. For safety, please also read the separate 'Safety Precautions' and 'Handling Precautions' documents.
About This Manual
This manual is provided in both printed booklet form and as an electronic manual (PDF format) included on the CD-ROM. It covers everything from basic operations for first-time users to advanced shooting techniques.
Key sections include:
- Getting Started
- Basic Preparation and Operation
- Easy Shooting and Image Review
- Advanced Shooting Techniques
- Shooting with Live View
- Video Recording
- Useful Features
- Image Playback
- Image Editing
- Printing
- Customizing Camera Settings
- Appendices
- Quick Guide/Index
Key Features and Accessories
Before use, please verify that all included items are present. If any items are missing, contact your place of purchase. The camera package typically includes:
- Camera Body (with eyepiece, body cap)
- Battery Pack LP-E12 (with protective cover)
- Battery Charger LC-E12
- Wide Strap EW-300D
- Interface Cable
Refer to the manual for details on the included CD-ROM, which contains the full camera manual, a quick guide, and software for image editing and management. Please note that memory cards are sold separately.
Memory Cards
The EOS Kiss X7 is compatible with SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and SDXC memory cards (UHS-I compatible). For video recording, it is recommended to use cards with a speed of SD Speed Class 6 or higher to ensure smooth recording and playback. Faster cards are also recommended for shooting still images during video recording.
Getting Started: Quick Shooting Guide
- Insert Battery: Refer to page 32 for battery insertion and page 30 for charging instructions.
- Insert Card: Insert the memory card with the label facing the back of the camera.
- Attach Lens: Align the mounting indicators (white or red) on the lens and camera body and attach the lens.
- Set Focus Mode: Set the lens focus mode switch to 'AF'.
- Power On: Turn the power switch to 'ON'. If the date/time/area setting screen appears, follow the instructions on page 37.
- Set Mode Dial: Set the mode dial to 'A' (Scene Intelligent Auto) for automatic settings.
- Focus: Look through the viewfinder and position the subject in the center of the frame. Lightly press the shutter button to focus. The built-in flash may pop up as needed.
- Shoot: Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
- Review Image: The captured image will be displayed on the LCD monitor for two seconds. Press the <0> button to view it again.
For shooting using the LCD monitor, refer to 'Live View Shooting' (p.149). To review previously taken images, see 'Image Playback' (p.89). To delete images, refer to 'Delete' (p.268).
Understanding Manual Notations
This manual uses specific icons and notations for clarity:
- 電子ダイヤル: Refers to the electronic dial.
- 〈▲〉〈▼〉〈◀〉〈▶〉: Refers to the cross keys.
- 〈SET〉: Refers to the set button.
- Numbers like 04/06/10/16: Indicate the duration in seconds that a button is held down after being released.
- MENU: Indicates functions accessible via the MENU button for settings changes.
- 応用: Indicates functions specific to the advanced shooting zone (p.26).
- (p.**): Indicates the reference page number.
- ●: Indicates supplementary information or notes.
- ⚠: Indicates important precautions to prevent shooting issues.
- ?: Provides tips for better usage and shooting points.
- ?: Offers assistance for troubleshooting.
Prerequisites for Operation: Instructions assume the camera is powered on and that menu/custom functions are set to their initial states. Illustrations are based on the camera with the EF-S18-55mm F3.5-5.6 IS II lens attached.
Table of Contents
This manual is structured to guide users through the camera's basic operations and shooting methods. Key chapters include:
- Introduction
- Basic Preparation and Operation
- Easy Shooting and Image Review
- Advanced Shooting
- Mastering Your Camera
- Shooting with Live View
- Video Recording
- Useful Features
- Image Playback
- Image Editing
- Printing
- Customizing Camera Settings
- Appendices
- Manual (CD-ROM) Guide / Importing Images to Computer
- Quick Guide/Index
Table of Contents by Goal
Shooting
- Easy shooting: p.57-79 (Easy Shooting Zone)
- Continuous shooting: p.108
- Self-portraits: p.110 (Self-timer)
- Capturing motion: p.114 (Tv Shutter Priority AE)
- Flowing motion: p.64 (Creative Auto)
- Blurred background: p.116 (Av Aperture Priority AE)
- Sharp background: p.123 (Exposure Compensation)
- Low-light shooting: p.58, 111 (Flash Shooting), p.98 (ISO Sensitivity)
- Shooting in flash-prohibited areas: p.63, p.80
- Fireworks: p.120 (Bulb)
- Live View shooting: p.149
- Creative effects: p.157 (Creative Filters)
- Video recording: p.181
Image Quality
- Customizing image finish: p.101 (Picture Style)
- Large prints: p.94 (L, M, RAW)
- Capturing many photos: p.94 (S1, S2, S3)
Focusing
- Changing focus point: p.105 (AF Frame Selection)
- Tracking moving subjects: p.71, 104 (AI Servo AF)
Playback
- Viewing photos on camera: p.89 (Playback)
- Quickly finding photos: p.242 (Index Display), p.243 (Image Forwarding)
- Rating photos: p.248 (Rating)
- Protecting important photos: p.266 (Protect)
- Deleting unwanted photos: p.268 (Delete)
- Automatic playback of photos/videos: p.258 (Slide Show)
- Viewing photos/videos on TV: p.262 (Video Output)
- Adjusting LCD brightness: p.218
- Applying effects to photos: p.274 (Creative Filters)
Printing
- Easy printing: p.281 (Direct Print)
