Canon is arguably the biggest name on the photography market, and within this bookazine we’ll discover why. Learn about the essential kit, how to clean your camera and the best lenses to use for all sorts of images. We will also take you through the best way to compose your shots, using the flash and some other useful accessories. The How to section will assist you with a variety of shots and the best way to achieve them. Finally, we’ll help you get to grips with Canon’s powerful editing and sharing software. Featuring: Set up your Canon - From the box to the perfect shot. Choose the right lens - Advice for picking the best lens for the job Using your Canon - Get to grips with metering, focusing, white balance and more Edit with Canon - Use Canon's Digital Photo Professional software to perfect your shots

Welcome to Canon The Complete Manual

Introducing Canon • Newcomer through to seasoned professional; whatever your level, Canon offers several cameras to meet your needs. Come with us as we highlight a few favourites…

DSLR • Attracting enthusiasts through to the world’s top professionals, a Canon DSLR offers something for everyone

CSC • Canon’s one and only mirrorless interchangeable lens camera is an ideal choice for enthusiasts and pros alike

Bridge/Superzoom • Canon’s bridge and superzoom cameras are ideal for zooming across vast distances for the perfect shot

Compact • Canon’s compact range is plentiful and varied. We explain the differences so you can choose the one for you…

Set up your Canon • Everything you need to get more from your new Canon camera

Prepare your Canon • Set up your new Canon the right way to start shooting your best-ever shots

Pick the right Canon lens • Discover which Canon lenses you need to capture the shots you want

Essential kit • Improve and expand your Canon photography experience with these must-have items

Cleaning your Canon • If you want to keep your Canon camera in pristine condition and working at its best, you need to learn how to clean it

The Canon buttons • Get to know your way around your Canon camera by learning what all those buttons do and how to identify them easily

The Canon menus • Discover all there is to know about Canon’s menu system

Guide to Canon shooting modes • Get to grips with your Canon’s mode dial and discover how to improve your shooting skills and take better images

Auto mode • Discover more about your Canon’s beginner-friendly Auto mode

Scene modes • Switch your Canon to scene modes and capture impressive images of specific subjects

Program mode • Take more control over your images using your Canon’s semi-automatic Program mode

Aperture Value mode • Take control of exposure and discover more about depth of field with Canon’s Aperture Value mode

Time Value mode • Learn how Time Value mode can control movement in your shots for better effects

Manual mode • Discover how Manual mode gives you complete creative control over your Canon exposures

Video mode • Capture high-quality video with your camera using Canon’s dedicated Video mode

Composing your shots • Anyone can take an okay shot, but to take a really great picture with your Canon you need to master composition

Focusing your Canon • Learn how to keep your shots pin-sharp with the right focus mode, focusing tricks and some clever ways to avoid camera shake

Metering your shots • Controlling how your camera reads the light will help you take wellexposed photos and uncover new creative techniques. Master the metering options of your Canon for perfect shots every time

Control white balance • Discover how your Canon’s white balance setting affects colour in your captures...