Fully Automatic Picture Taking

If the CF card becomes full, the CF Full message “ ” appears on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder, and the camera will not take any more pictures. Replace the CF card with another CF card that has capacity available.

When the in-focus indicator < > is blinking, the camera will not take pictures. (59, 137)

The focus and exposure are locked when AF focusing is complete.

The camera automatically focuses on the AF point that is on the subject closest to the camera.

The image quality can also be set. (50, 118)

You can set the beep that indicates the subject is in focus or the beep that indicates the self-timer is operating to [On] or [Off]. (33, 118)

If the number of remaining shots to in the CF card is displayed, changing the image quality will also change this remaining number of shots.

The LCD panel can be illuminated. (67, 118)

Automatic Built-in Flash

In the Basic Zone (other than < > and < >), the flash pops up automatically and fires in low-light conditions or backlit daylight conditions. Press the flash back down when you are finished using it.

If anything blocks the flash so that it cannot pop up automatically, the error code

” (135) appears on the LCD panel. When this occurs, set the Main Switch to < OFF > and then set it to < ON> again.

To take pictures in an area where flash photography is prohibited or using indoor

lighting, the < > (Program) (68) mode setting is recommended.

When taking flash pictures of people at night or in dark interiors, we recommend using “Red-eye Reduction” (89).

AF-Assist Beam

In dark locations, pressing the shutter button

down halfway causes the AF-assist beam emitter to light. The AF-assist beam helps the AF function.

The built-in AF-assist beam’s maximum range is 3.8 meters /12.5 ft.

When an EX-series external Canon Speedlite (optional) is used, the AF-assist beam will be emitted either by the camera or external Speedlite depending on the shooting conditions.

In the < > and < > modes, the AF-assist lamp will not light.

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Canon D60 manual Automatic Built-in Flash, AF-Assist Beam, Simple Picture Taking

D60 specifications

The Canon D60 is an advanced digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera that was first introduced in 2002, designed to appeal to both amateur photographers and professionals looking for a reliable, high-quality imaging tool. This camera showcases several key features and technologies that established it as a notable model in Canon's EOS lineup.

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The D60 features Canon's DIGIC image processor, which greatly enhances image quality and processing speeds. This technology optimizes the camera's performance, ensuring rapid autofocus, precise color reproduction, and improved noise reduction at higher ISO settings. The result is a more efficient shooting experience with crisp, vivid images that can meet the demands of various photography styles.

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