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What can you do using the wireless functions?

  • Connect to a smartphone.
  • Transfer images between cameras.
  • Print images using a Wi-Fi printer.
  • Save images to Canon Connect Station.
  • Send images to a Web service.

How do you use the NFC (Near Field Communication) function for easy connection?

This camera supports NFC, which enables you to set up a connection between the camera and a smartphone or Connect Station (sold separately) easily.


How do you select a connection destination?

You can select from the following connection destinations:

  • Camera Connect Station.
  • Smartphone.
  • Printer.
  • Web Service.

How do you select a connection method for a smartphone or printer?

You can select the connection method.


How do you register a nickname and perform basic operations for wireless functions?

  1. Set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable]. When this setting is selected for the first time, a screen to register a nickname is displayed.
  2. Register a nickname. Set the camera’s nickname. Be sure to set a nickname as otherwise you cannot go to the wireless function settings screen.
  3. Display the [Wi-Fi function] screen. Select a Wi-Fi function and establish a connection. For further settings, see “Easy Connection” or “Advanced Connection”.

What are the Easy and Advanced Connection options?

  • Easy Connection: Connect the camera directly to the device.
  • Advanced Connection: Connect using a Wi-Fi access point.

How to set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable]?

  1. Under the tab, select [Wi-Fi/NFC], then press <0>.
  2. Press the <Z> key to select [Enable], then press <0>.

When this setting is selected for the first time, a screen to register a nickname is displayed. Press <0>.


How do you enter a nickname on the camera?

  1. For instructions on entering characters, see the next page.
  2. When using the default nickname (the camera name), proceed to step 4.
  3. Otherwise, enter any characters between 1 to 10 characters in length.

How do you exit the nickname setting?

  1. When finished, press the <M> button.
  2. Select [OK] on the confirmation dialog and press <0> to return to the menu screen.

How do you operate the virtual keyboard on the camera?

  • Changing the entry area: Press the <Q> button to toggle between the top and bottom entry areas.
  • Moving the cursor: Press the <Y> <Z> keys to move the cursor.
  • Entering text: In the bottom area, press the <S> cross keys or turn the <6> dial to select a character, then press <0> to enter it. You can check how many characters have been entered, and how many more can be entered, by referring to [/] on the upper right of the screen.
  • Deleting a character: Press the <L> button to delete one character.
  • Finishing the text entry: Press the <M> button to confirm what has been entered and exit. If a confirmation dialog is displayed, select [OK] to exit.
  • Canceling the text entry: Press the <B> button to cancel text entry and exit. If a confirmation dialog is displayed, select [OK] to exit.

How to select the Wi-Fi function?

  1. Under the tab, select [Wi-Fi/NFC], then press <0>.
  2. Press the <Z> key to select [Enable], then press <0>.
    • When a nickname (for identification) is not registered, a registration screen is displayed. See page 14 to register a nickname.
    • [Wi-Fi function] under the tab is now selectable.
    • When it is set to [Enable], all connections via the DIGITAL and HDMI terminals will be disabled. [Eye-Fi trans.] will be set to [Disable].
  3. Under the tab, select [Wi-Fi function], then press <0>.
  4. Press the <W> <X> or <Y> <Z> keys to select an item.
    • When the connection settings are not registered, the setting screen is displayed.
    • When the connection settings are already registered, the reconnection screen is displayed.
  5. For further connection settings, see the pages that correspond to the device to be connected and connection method.
  6. When using the NFC function, see page 20.
  7. Set to [Enable] to enable the selection of [Wi-Fi function] under the tab.

What are the cautions to consider when using cable connections?

  • When [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] is set to [Enable], connection via interface cable or HDMI cable is disabled. Set [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Disable] before connecting a cable.
  • When the camera is connected to Connect Station, a computer, printer, GPS receiver, TV set, or any other device via a cable, settings for [Wi-Fi/ NFC] cannot be changed. Disconnect the cable before changing any settings.

What are the requirements for wireless connection?

If there is no card in the camera, it cannot be connected wirelessly. Additionally, for [l] and [m], the camera cannot be connected wirelessly if there are no images saved on the card.


What can you do using an NFC-enabled smartphone or Connect Station?

  • Touch a smartphone to the camera to easily connect them wirelessly.
  • While playing back images on the camera, touch a smartphone to the camera to send a captured image to the smartphone.
  • Hold the camera close to Connect Station (sold separately) to easily connect them wirelessly.

How do you set the camera’s NFC setting?

  1. Under the tab, select [Wi-Fi/NFC], then press <0>.
  2. Displayed when [Wi-Fi/NFC] is set to [Enable]. Press the <B> button to add or remove [X]. Add [X], then press <0>.
    • When a nickname (for identification) is not registered, a registration screen is displayed.

What are the NFC Function Cautions?

  • This camera cannot be connected to other NFC-enabled cameras or printers using the NFC function.
  • A connection cannot be established using the NFC function while shooting with the camera or when the Mode Dial is set to <k>.
  • To connect the camera to a smartphone using the NFC function, the smartphone’s Wi-Fi function and NFC function must be enabled.

What is required to use [q] (Connect to smartphone)?

To use [q] (Connect to smartphone), a smartphone on which iOS or Android is installed is necessary. In addition, the dedicated application Camera Connect (free of charge) must be installed on the smartphone.

  • Camera Connect can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.
  • For the operating system versions supported by Camera Connect, refer to the download site of Camera Connect.
  • When an NFC-enabled smartphone is touched to the camera before installing Camera Connect, the download screen of Camera Connect will be displayed on the smartphone.
  • Interface or functions of the camera and Camera Connect are subject to change for firmware update of the camera or application update of Camera Connect, iOS, Android, etc. In such a case, features of the camera or Camera Connect may differ from sample screens or operation instructions in this manual.

How to Connect to a Smartphone using Easy Connection?

  1. Register the camera’s nickname.
  2. Install Camera Connect on a smartphone.
  3. Register connection destinations to the camera.
  4. Connect via NFC.
  5. Make images viewable and shoot remotely.

What does connecting the camera to a smartphone enable you to do?

  • View images stored in the camera on a smartphone or save viewed images to a smartphone.
  • Operate the camera to take a picture or change camera settings using a smartphone.
  • Send images to a smartphone from the camera.

Install Camera Connect on the smartphone before setting up a connection.


How to connect to a smartphone if it is NFC-enabled versus not NFC-enabled?

  • When the smartphone is NFC-enabled: You can easily set up a connection using the NFC function.
  • When the smartphone is not NFC-enabled: Set up a connection by selecting [Easy connection].

How to connect the camera and a smartphone using the NFC function?

  1. Turn on the camera and smartphone.
  2. Enable the NFC function on the camera and smartphone.
  3. Touch the smartphone to the camera so that they come into contact with each other.
    • For the camera’s NFC setting, see page 20.
    • For the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting, NFC setting, and NFC antenna position, refer to the smartphone’s instruction manual.
  4. Enable the NFC function on the camera and smartphone.
  5. Touch a smartphone to the camera.
    • If the download site of Camera Connect appears on the smartphone, install Camera Connect.
    • If an image is being played back on the camera, press the <x> button to end the playback.
    • Touch the p mark on the smartphone to that on the camera so that they come into contact with each other.
    • When a message indicating the connection is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor, move the smartphone away from the camera.
  6. Connect to the camera.
    • When a connection is established, the screen on the left will appear on the camera’s LCD monitor. When connecting to the same smartphone, this screen will not appear again.
    • To specify viewable images, press the <B> button. See step 5 on page 44 to set them.
    • Select [OK] and press <0>.
  7. Operate the camera using Camera Connect.
    • Perform further operations using Camera Connect.

The settings for connecting to a smartphone are now complete.


What are some additional considerations when touching the smartphone to the camera?

  • When touching the smartphone to the camera, be careful not to drop the camera or smartphone.
  • Do not touch the smartphone to the camera with too much force. Doing so can scratch the camera or smartphone.
  • Just holding the smartphone close to the mark may not establish a connection. Be sure to touch the mark with the smartphone so that they come into contact with each other.
  • Recognition may be difficult depending on the smartphone. Touch slowly while changing the position or rotating horizontally.
  • Another application on the smartphone may start depending on how you touch. Check the position of the p mark, then touch again.
  • When touching the smartphone to the camera, do not leave anything between the camera and smartphone. In addition, when a case is attached to the camera or smartphone, communication may not be possible via NFC function.

How do you connect with Easy Connection?

  1. Install Camera Connect on the smartphone.
  2. Select [Wi-Fi function].
    • Under the tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
    • If a screen for setting a nickname (for identification) appears, register a nickname.
  3. Select [q].
    • Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press <0>.
  4. Select [Easy connection].
    • Select [Easy connection] and press <0>.
    • Select [OK] and press <0> to go to the next screen.
  5. Operate the smartphone and connect it to the camera.
    • Activate the smartphone’s Wi-Fi function, then select the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
    • For the password, enter the encryption key displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
  6. Start Camera Connect on the smartphone.
    • When the [Waiting to connect] screen is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor, start Camera Connect on the smartphone.
    • If Camera Connect is not installed on the smartphone, see page 22 to install it.
  7. Select the camera to connect to on the smartphone.
    • Select and touch the camera to connect to from [Cameras] on Camera Connect.
  8. Connect to the camera.
    • When a connection is established, the screen on the left will appear on the camera’s LCD monitor.
    • To specify viewable images, press the <B> button. See step 5 on page 44 to set them.
    • Select [OK] and press <0>.
  9. Operate the camera using Camera Connect.
    • Perform further operations using Camera Connect.

The settings for connecting to a smartphone are now complete.


What are the main functions of Camera Connect?

  • Images on camera
    • Images stored in the camera can be viewed.
    • Images stored in the camera can be saved on a smartphone.
    • Operations such as deletion can be performed on images stored in the camera.
  • Remote live view shooting
    • The camera’s Live View image can be viewed using a smartphone.
    • You can shoot using remote operation.
  • Location information
    • Not supported on this camera.
  • Camera settings
    • Camera settings can be changed.

How do you terminate the connection?

To terminate the connection, perform either of the following operations:

  • On the smartphone’s Camera Connect screen, tap [e].
  • Set the camera’s power to <2>.

How do you reconnect the camera to a smartphone?

  1. Under the tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press <0>.
  3. Select [Connect].
    • When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination, then connect to the destination.
    • Select [Connect] and press <0>.
    • On the confirmation dialog, select [OK].
  4. Activate the smartphone’s Wi-Fi function.
    • If the connection destination has been changed, restore the setting to connect to the camera.
  5. Start Camera Connect on the smartphone.
    • A connection will be established.

How do you perform easy image transfer using the NFC function?

  1. Enable the NFC function on the camera and smartphone.
  2. Play back the image.
    • Press the <x> button to play back images.
  3. Touch a smartphone to the camera.
    • Touch the p mark on the smartphone to that on the camera so that they come into contact with each other.
    • If the download site of Camera Connect appears on the smartphone, install Camera Connect.
    • When a message indicating the connection is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor, move the smartphone away.
  4. Select the images to send.
    • Select and send image(s).
    • When the index display is selected in step 2, the multiple image selection screen will appear.

How do you send images individually?

  1. Select an image to send.
    • Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select an image to send, then press <0>.
    • By pressing the <Hy> button, you can switch to the index display and select an image.
  2. Select [Send img shown].
    • To select a size at which to send the image, select [Resize image] and press <0>.
    • Select [Send img shown] and press <0> to send the image displayed.
    • When the transfer is complete, the screen for step 1 will reappear.
    • To send another image, repeat steps 1 and 2.

How do you send multiple images at once?

  1. Press <0>.
  2. Select [Send selected].
    • To select a size at which to send the images, select [Resize image] and press <0>.
    • Select [Send selected] and press <0>.
  3. Select the images to send.
    • Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select the image to send, then press the <W> <X> keys.
    • A checkmark [X] will be displayed on the upper left of the screen.
    • By pressing the <Hy> button, you can select images from a three-image display.
    • After selecting the images to send, press the <Q> button to send them.
  4. Select [Resize image].
    • Set it if necessary.
    • On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press <0>.
  5. Select [Send].
    • The selected images will be sent.
    • When the transfer is complete, the screen for step 1 will reappear.
    • To send other images, repeat steps 1 to 5.

How do you terminate the image transfer?

To end the image transfer, press the <M> button on the image transfer screen. Select [OK] on the confirmation dialog to terminate the connection.


How can you specify images viewable from a smartphone?

  1. Under the tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press <0>.
  3. Select [Review/change settings] and press <0>.
  4. Select [Viewable imgs] and press <0>.
  5. Select an item, then press <0>.
    • Select [OK] and press <0> to display the setting screen.

What are the options for specifying viewable images?

  • [All images]: All images stored on the card become viewable.
  • [Images from past days]: Specify viewable images on the shooting-date basis. Images shot up to nine days ago can be specified.
  • [Select by rating]: Specify viewable images depending on whether a rating is appended (or not appended) or by the type of rating.
  • [File number range] (Select range): Select the first and last images from images arranged by the file number to specify the viewable images.

How do you register multiple connection settings for smartphones?

  1. Under the tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [q] (Connect to smartphone) and press <0>.
  3. Select [Choose set.] and press <0>.
  4. Select [SET* (not configured)] and press <0>.
    • The connection settings screen is displayed. Follow the procedures displayed to complete the connection settings.

How do you transfer images between cameras?

  1. Under the tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [z] (Transfer images between cameras) and press <0>.
  3. Set up the target camera.
    • When the screen is displayed on the camera, set up the connection on the target camera as well. For the operation procedure, refer to the instruction manual of the target camera.
  4. Select the images to send.
    • Select images on the camera sending the images.

How to send images between cameras individually?

  1. Select an image to send.
    • Press the <Y> <Z> keys to select an image to send, then press <0>.
    • By pressing the <Hy> button, you can switch to the index display and select an image.
  2. Select [Send img shown].
    • To select a size at which to send the image, select [Resize image] and press <0>.
    • Select [Send img shown] and press <0> to send the image displayed.
    • When the transfer is complete, the screen for step 1 will reappear.
    • To send another image, repeat steps 1 and 2.
  3. Terminate the connection.
    • Press the <M> button to display the confirmation dialog. Select [OK], then press <0> to terminate the connection.
    • The [Wi-Fi function] screen will reappear.

How do I send multiple images at once?

  1. Press the play button.

  2. Select [Send selected].

    • To select a size at which to send the images, select [Resize image] and press the set button.
    • Select [Send selected] and press the set button.
  3. Select the images to send.

    • Press the up/down keys to select the image to send, then press the left/right keys. A checkmark [X] will be displayed on the upper left of the screen.
    • By pressing the direct print button, you can select images from a three-image display.
    • After selecting the images to send, press the Q button.
  4. Select [Resize image].

    • Set it if necessary. On the displayed screen, select an image size, then press the set button.
  5. Select [Send].

    • Select [Send] and press the set button. The selected images will be sent. When the transfer is complete, the screen for step 1 will reappear.
    • To send other images, repeat steps 1 to 5.
  6. Terminate the connection.

    • Press the menu button to display the confirmation dialog. Select [OK], then press the set button to terminate the connection. The [Wi-Fi function] screen will reappear.

What should I do when sending a large number of images or large files?

Make sure that the battery is adequately charged so it does not run out during the process.


Will movie files be converted when they are sent?

Depending on the functionality of the target camera, the movie files will be converted when they are sent. Therefore, transfer may take longer than usual.


Can RAW images be sent?

No, RAW images cannot be sent.


What is the maximum number of files I can select at a time?

You can select up to 50 files at a time. When sending an image to YouTube, you can only send 10 files at a time.


What happens when I reduce the image size?

When you reduce the image size, all images to be sent at the same time are resized. Note that movies or still photos that are smaller than b size are not reduced.


Is [Resize:S2] enabled for still photos shot with other camera models?

No, [Resize:S2] is enabled only for still photos shot with cameras of the same model as this camera. Still photos shot with other models are sent without resizing.


How can I cancel the image transfer?

You can cancel the image transfer by selecting [Cancel] during the transfer. When [Cancel] is selected on the camera sending the images, the image selection screen will reappear. When [Cancel] is selected on the camera receiving the images, the connection will be terminated.


Does the camera’s auto power off function while connected?

No, while connected, the camera’s auto power off does not function.


What does the camera’s <k> lamp indicate?

The camera’s <k> lamp will blink rapidly when data is being sent or received.


How do I reconnect the camera to another camera?

The camera can reconnect to a camera for which connection settings have been registered.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [z].

    • Select [z] (Transfer images between cameras) and press the set button.
  3. Select [Connect].

    • When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination, then connect to the destination.
    • Select [Connect] and press the set button.
    • On the confirmation dialog, select [OK].
    • Perform the reconnection procedure on the target camera as well. The images on the card are displayed and the images to send can be selected.
    • By default, settings are named after the nickname of the target camera.

What happens if Wi-Fi settings are cleared?

If Wi-Fi settings are cleared or the connection setting is deleted on the target camera, reconnection will no longer be possible. Select [Review/change settings] and change the settings.


How many camera connection settings can be registered?

You can register up to three camera connection settings.


How do I register multiple connection settings?

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [z].

    • Select [z] (Transfer images between cameras) and press the set button.
  3. Select [Choose set.].

    • Select [Choose set.] and press the set button.
  4. Select [SET (not configured)]*.

    • Select [SET (not configured)]* and press the set button. The connection settings screen is displayed. Follow the procedures displayed to complete the connection settings.

    • The name of the setting can be changed later.

    • To delete settings, see page 114.


How do I connect the camera to a printer?

This section explains how to connect the camera easily to a printer.

  • Connection is possible with wireless printers supporting PictBridge (Wireless LAN).
  • To connect using a Wi-Fi access point or connect in camera access point mode, see “Advanced Connection”.

How do I establish an easy connection to a printer?

The camera and a printer can be directly connected wirelessly. Since no access point is necessary for connection, you can print easily. To establish a connection, operations on the printer are required. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
    • If a screen for setting a nickname (for identification) appears, register a nickname.
  2. Select [l].

    • Select [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) and press the set button. The camera’s <k> lamp will blink.
  3. Select [Easy connection].

    • Select [Easy connection] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to go to the next screen.
  4. Set the printer’s Wi-Fi settings to connect to the camera.

    • On the Wi-Fi settings menu of the printer to be used, select the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
    • For the password, enter the encryption key displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
  5. Select the printer to connect to.

    • When a list of detected printers is displayed, select the printer to connect to and press the set button. Some printers may make a beeping sound.
    • If the printer you want to connect to does not appear, select [Search again] and it may appear.
    • When a connection is established, an image on the card is displayed.

What is appended to the end of the SSID when connected by selecting [Easy connection]?

When connecting by selecting [Easy connection], “_Canon0A” is displayed at the end of the SSID.


How do I select the images to be printed?

Select images on the camera for printing. The settings for connecting to a printer are now complete.


How do I print images individually?

  1. Select an image to print.

    • Press the up/down keys to select an image to print, then press the set button. By pressing the direct print button, you can switch to the index display and select an image.
  2. Select [Print image].

    • Select [Print image] and press the set button. The print setting screen will appear.
  3. Print the image.

    • For the setting procedures, refer to “Printing Images” in the Camera Instruction Manual.
    • When printing is completed, the screen for step 1 will reappear. To print another image, repeat steps 1 to 3.
  4. Terminate the connection.

    • Press the menu button to display the confirmation dialog. Select [OK], then press the set button to terminate the connection.
    • The [Wi-Fi function] screen will reappear.

How do I print by specifying the printing options?

  1. Press the set button.

  2. Select [Print order].

    • Select [Print order] and press the set button. The [Print order] screen will appear.
  3. Set the printing options.

    • For the setting procedures, refer to “Printing Images” in the Camera Instruction Manual.
    • If the print order has been completed before connection, proceed to step 4.
  4. Select [Print].

    • [Print] can be selected only when an image is selected and printer is ready to print.
    • Select [Print] and press the set button.
    • Follow the procedures displayed to perform printing.
    • When printing is completed, the [Print order] screen will reappear.
  5. Terminate the connection.

    • Press the menu button to return to the screen in step 1.
    • Press the menu button again to display the confirmation dialog. Select [OK], then press the set button to terminate the connection.
    • The [Wi-Fi function] screen will reappear.

What can I not do while connected to the printer?

While connected, a picture cannot be taken even if the camera’s shutter button is pressed.


What should I do when printing a large number of images?

When printing a large number of images or large files (total size), make sure that the battery is adequately charged so it does not run out during the process.


Can movies be printed?

No, movies cannot be printed.


Can RAW images be printed by selecting [Print order]?

No, RAW images cannot be printed by selecting [Print order]. When printing, select [Print image] and print.


What does it mean when the camera’s <k> lamp blinks rapidly?

The camera’s <k> lamp will blink rapidly when an image is being sent.


How do I reconnect the camera to a printer?

The camera can reconnect to a printer for which connection settings have been registered.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [l].

    • Select [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) and press the set button.
  3. Select [Connect].

    • When settings for multiple connection destinations are registered, select [Choose set.], select the connection destination, then connect to the destination.
    • Select [Connect] and press the set button.
    • On the confirmation dialog, select [OK]. The camera will reconnect to the printer.
    • If the printer’s connection destination has been changed, restore the setting to connect to the camera before performing this operation.

What if I do not know the SSID of the camera when reconnecting?

If you do not know the SSID of the camera when reconnecting, select [Review/change settings] in step 3 to check it.


How do I register multiple connection settings for a printer?

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
  2. Select [l].

    • Select [l] (Print from Wi-Fi printer) and press the set button.
  3. Select [Choose set.].

    • Select [Choose set.] and press the set button.
  4. Select [SET (not configured)]*.

    • Select [SET (not configured)]* and press the set button. The connection settings screen is displayed. Follow the procedures displayed to complete the connection settings.

    • To delete settings, see page 114.


How do I save still photos and movies to Connect Station?

You can easily save still photos and movies to Connect Station by holding this camera close to Connect Station.


How do I wirelessly connect the camera and Connect Station?

This section explains how to connect the camera and Connect Station (sold separately) wirelessly. To save images in other ways, refer to the Connect Station Instruction Manual. Set up the camera to allow use of its NFC function in advance.

  1. Enable the NFC function on the camera.

  2. Hold the camera close to Connect Station.

    • Turn on the camera and Connect Station, then hold the camera’s NFC mark close to the Connect Station’s NFC connect point.
    • When a message indicating the connection is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor and Connect Station responds, move the camera away from Connect Station.
    • When a connection is established, Connect Station checks the images on the memory card, then saves only the unsaved images.
  3. Terminate the connection.

    • After images are saved, the screen on the left will appear on the camera’s LCD monitor. Press the set button to terminate the connection.

What does it mean when the camera’s <k> lamp lights up in green?

The camera’s <k> lamp will light up in green.


What should I read if necessary for NFC function?

If necessary, also read “NFC Function Cautions”.


Can I take a picture while saving images?

While saving images, a picture cannot be taken even if the camera’s shutter button is pressed.


What should I not do when using the Connect Station?

Do not drop the camera on Connect Station or touch the camera to it with too much force. Doing so may damage Connect Station’s internal hard disk.


What should I do if the camera is not recognized right away?

If the camera is not recognized right away, try holding it close to Connect Station and slowly moving it or rotating it horizontally.


What should I do if just holding the camera close to Connect Station may not establish a connection?

In such a case, gently touch Connect Station with the camera.


What should I not leave between the camera and Connect Station?

When holding the camera close to Connect Station, do not leave anything between the camera and Connect Station. In addition, when a case is attached to the camera, communication may not be possible via NFC function.


What happens if the camera and Connect Station are moved too far away from each other while saving images?

If the camera and Connect Station are moved too far away from each other while saving images, saving may take time or the connection may be terminated.


What happens if the camera’s battery runs out while saving images?

If the camera’s battery runs out while saving images, the saving will stop. Charge the battery, then try again.


What happens when all images are already saved?

When all images are already saved, saving will not start. In such a case, select [OK] to terminate the connection.


What happens when there are a large number of images on the memory card?

When there are a large number of images on the memory card, it may take time to check and save the images.


Does the camera’s auto power off function while saving images?

While saving images, the camera’s auto power off does not function.


How do I connect to z (Transfer images between cameras) or Connect Station using Easy Connection?

See page 23.


What is assumed in the advanced connection instructions?

These instructions assume that they will be followed only after each device, such as a smartphone, is connected to a Wi-Fi access point.


Where can I find information on Camera access point mode?

For [Camera access point mode], see page 88.


How do I start using Web services?

To send images to Web services, you need to sign up as a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member (free of charge). Once you are a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member, you can publish photos you took in online albums and use a range of services. This Web site also serves as a platform for sharing images on registered Web services.


How do I connect to the Internet from a computer?

Connect to the Internet from a computer or other device, access the Canon Web site to check countries and areas supporting the services, then register as a member by following the instructions.


What do I need if I also intend to use Web services other than CANON iMAGE GATEWAY?

If you also intend to use Web services other than CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, you must have an account with the services you intend to use. For details, consult each individual Web service’s site.


What is the general procedure for sending images to a Web service?

  1. Install EOS Utility on a computer. If you have already installed it, proceed to step 2.
  2. Access Canon Web site from the computer and sign up as a CANON iMAGE GATEWAY member (free of charge). If you are already a member, proceed to step 3.
  3. Connect the camera and computer with the interface cable sold separately. Before connection, set [53: Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Disable].
  4. Start EOS Utility on the computer, log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, then configure the camera’s settings to enable access to Web services. For details, refer to the EOS Utility Instruction Manual.
  5. Disconnect the interface cable.
  6. Connect the camera to a Wi-Fi access point.
  7. Send images to a Web service registered on the camera.

You can share images with your family and friends by sending images from the camera to a Web service registered on the camera or by sending Web links of the online albums.


How do I connect to a Web service via WPS (PBC mode)?

This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In pushbutton connection mode (PBC mode), the camera and the access point can be connected simply by pressing the WPS button on the access point.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
    • If a screen for setting a nickname (for identification) appears, register a nickname.
  2. Select [m].

    • Select [m] (Upload to Web service) and press the set button.
  3. Select a Web service.

    • Select a Web service to connect to, then press the set button.
    • The contents and ordering of the list of items displayed will vary depending on settings.
    • The Web service to connect to can be changed when reconnecting.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will blink.
    • Depending on the selected Web service, the [Send to] screen is displayed. Select a destination.
  4. Select [Connect with WPS].

    • Select [Connect with WPS] and press the set button.
  5. Select [WPS (PBC mode)].

    • Select [WPS (PBC mode)] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to go to the next screen.
  6. Connect to the access point.

    • Press the access point’s WPS button. For details about where the button is located and how long to press it, refer to the access point’s instruction manual.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to establish a connection with the access point.
    • When a connection with the access point is established, the next screen is displayed.
  7. Select [Auto setting].

    • Select [Auto setting] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to display an image on the card.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will light up in green.
    • If [Auto setting] results in an error or if you want to specify the settings manually, see page 136.
  8. Select the image(s) to send.

    • Select and send image(s). For information on how to send images, see page 104.

How do I connect to a Web service via WPS (PIN mode)?

This is a connection mode available when using an access point compatible with WPS. In PIN code connection mode (PIN mode), an 8-digit identification number specified on the camera is set at the access point to establish a connection.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
    • If a screen for setting a nickname (for identification) appears, register a nickname.
  2. Select [m].

    • Select [m] (Upload to Web service) and press the set button.
  3. Select a Web service.

    • Select a Web service to connect to, then press the set button.
    • The contents and ordering of the list of items displayed will vary depending on settings.
    • The Web service to connect to can be changed when reconnecting.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will blink.
    • Depending on the selected Web service, the [Send to] screen is displayed. Select a destination.
  4. Select [Connect with WPS].

    • Select [Connect with WPS] and press the set button.
  5. Select [WPS (PIN mode)].

    • Select [WPS (PIN mode)] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to go to the next screen.
  6. Specify the PIN code at the access point.

    • At the access point, specify the 8-digit PIN code displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
    • For instructions on setting PIN codes at the access point, refer to the access point’s instruction manual.
    • After the PIN code is specified, select [OK] and press the set button.
  7. Connect to the access point.

    • Select [OK] and press the set button to establish a connection with the access point.
    • When a connection with the access point is established, the next screen is displayed.
  8. Select [Auto setting].

    • Select [Auto setting] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to display an image on the card.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will light up in green.
    • If [Auto setting] results in an error or if you want to specify the settings manually, see page 136.
  9. Select the image(s) to send.

    • Select and send image(s). For information on how to send images, see page 104.

How do I connect to a detected network manually to use Web services?

Establish a connection by selecting the SSID (or ESS-ID) of the access point to connect to from a list of active access points nearby.

  1. Select [Wi-Fi function].

    • Under the **** tab, set [Wi-Fi/NFC] to [Enable], then select [Wi-Fi function].
    • If a screen for setting a nickname (for identification) appears, register a nickname.
  2. Select [m].

    • Select [m] (Upload to Web service) and press the set button.
  3. Select a Web service.

    • Select a Web service to connect to, then press the set button.
    • The contents and ordering of the list of items displayed will vary depending on settings.
    • The Web service to connect to can be changed when reconnecting.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will blink.
    • Depending on the selected Web service, the [Send to] screen is displayed. Select a destination.
  4. Select an access point.

    • Press the left/right keys to select the access point to connect to from the list of access points, then press the set button.
  5. Select a key index.

    • The [Key index] screen is displayed only if WEP encryption is used by the access point.
    • Select the key index number specified for the access point, then press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to go to the next screen.
  6. Select the format and the number of characters used for the key.

    • Select the format and the number of characters used for the key, then press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to go to the next screen.
  7. Enter the encryption key.

    • Enter the encryption key using the virtual keyboard, then press the menu button.
    • The [IP address set.] screen will be displayed.
  8. Select [Auto setting].

    • Select [Auto setting] and press the set button.
    • Select [OK] and press the set button to display an image on the card.
    • The camera’s <k> lamp will light up in green.
    • If [Auto setting] results in an error or if you want to specify the settings manually, see page 138.
  9. Select the image(s) to send.

    • Select and send image(s). For information on how to send images, see page 104.

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