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Capturing
Locking the Mirror Up
Setting custom function F-12 (page 6) lets you swing the mirror up before opening the
shutter and starting the exposure. This eliminates the slight vibration caused by mirror
shock, ensuring maximum sharpness when taking close-up photos or using super-
telephoto lenses.
For best results with mirror-up shooting, use a Remote Switch RS-80N3 (available from
Canon).
1 Press the Shutter button all the
way to swing the mirror up.
The mirror will stay up for 30
seconds. If there is no camera
operation within 30 seconds, the
mirror will automatically return
to its normal position without
capturing an image. Pressing
the Shutter button again will
return the mirror to the raised
position.
2 Momentarily let up on the
Shutter button, then press it
again completely to capture the
image. The mirror returns to its
normal position after the
exposure is completed.
CAUTION:
When shooting outdoors on a sunny day or in a bright location such as a ski slope
or a sea shore, capture the image within 30 seconds after swinging the mirror up
to avoid burning the Shutter curtain.
Do not point the camera lens at direct sunlight when the mirror is in the up
position to avoid burning the Shutter curtain.