Lecture Notes: Canon EOS 5D Mark II Custom Function Settings

Introduction

• Video Context: Part 1 of Video 11 on Canon EOS 5D Mark II.
• Focus: Custom Function Settings Menu (CFN).
• Menu Identification: Orange menu with four dots.

Custom Function Menu 1

Exposure Level Increment

• Options to change exposure level increments:
  • 1/3 Stop
  • 1/2 Stop
• Preference: 1/3 stops for fine-tuning, especially with flash.

ISO Speed Settings

• Settings:
  • Full stops: ISO 100, 200, 400, etc.
  • 1/3 stops: ISO 100, 125, 160, etc.
• Preference: 1/3 stops for flexibility.
• ISO Expansion:
  • Enables H1 (12,800) and H2 (25,600).
  • Useful in low light situations, albeit noisy.

Bracketing Auto Cancel

• When enabled, auto exposure bracketing resets after a shot.

Exposure Bracketing Sequence

• Options:
  • 0, -, + or -, 0, +
  • Order of bracketed shots can be customized.

Exposure Safety Shift

• Works in AV and TV modes.
• Monitors settings to prevent sync speed issues with flash.
• Preference: Disabled when not shooting in aperture priority mode.

Flash Sync Speed

• Camera auto-monitors sync speed.
• Options:
  • Auto mode: adapts based on flash capabilities.
  • Manual: fixed at 1/200th of a second.
• Important for preventing over-exposure when using flash.

Conclusion

• Next Steps: Next video will cover the subsequent menus.
• Audience Interaction: Encouragement to ask questions and engage with the content.
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Note: These settings and preferences will vary based on personal shooting style and requirements. Adjust according to your specific needs.