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Canon EOS 5D Mark II Video Lecture Notes

Apr 9, 2025

Lecture Notes: Canon EOS 5D Mark II - Video 10

Overview

This lecture covers the settings and functions of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II camera, focusing mainly on the camera setup menu (Gold Menu) and external flash function settings.

Battery Information

  • Battery Type: Canon LP-E6
    • Compatible with 60D, 7D, 7TD, 5D Mark II and III, etc.
    • LP-E6N is a newer version with higher capacity but same size.
  • Battery Details:
    • Shows remaining capacity percentage.
    • Displays shutter count and recharge performance.
    • New batteries show green bars, which turn red as the battery degrades.
    • Canon LP-E6 batteries are long-lasting, especially with a battery grip.

Info Button Functions

  • Pressing the info button displays custom settings such as:
    • Shooting mode
    • Color space
  • Users can cycle through settings using the quick menu.
  • Most professional users prefer the top plate controls over the quick menu.

Speedlite Control

  • Demonstrated with a 600X RT speedlite flash.
  • Flash Modes: Manual, Multi, ETTL (Evaluative Through The Lens)
    • ETTL uses pre-flash metering for exposure calculation.
    • Users can adjust flash exposure compensation if the auto-exposure is incorrect.
  • Sync Options:
    • First curtain sync
    • Second curtain sync
    • High-speed sync for faster shutter speeds.

Flash Exposure Settings

  • Flash Exposure Bracketing: Allows multiple exposures with varied flash intensities.
  • Flash Zoom: Adjusts flash head zoom to match the lens focal length.
  • Wireless Settings:
    • Allows the flash to act as a master, controlling remote flash units.

Camera User Settings

  • Custom Modes: C1, C2, C3 for saving settings.
    • Can lock in settings such as ISO, aperture, and shutter speed.
  • Clearing Settings:
    • Users can reset all settings to factory defaults if needed.

Firmware

  • Current firmware version discussed: 2.1.2
  • Instructions on updating firmware via memory card.

Conclusion

  • The video ends with a prompt to like, share, and subscribe, along with an invitation to ask questions about specific topics like movie mode or external flash settings.

Further Actions: The next session will cover custom function menus. Stay tuned for more detailed content on Canon camera settings and operations.

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