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The lens’ Image Stabilizer cannot be set (EOS M)

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When setting the Image Stabilizer make sure the camera's mode dial is set to ⋖⋗ (Still Photo) or ⋖⋗ (Movie).

The Image Stabilizer function can be used on lenses which include a built in Image Stabilizer, such as the EF-M 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM. This feature is indicated by the abbreviation 'IS' which appears in the lens’ name.

Caution

When 'IS' is included in the title of a lens, it indicates that the lens is equipped with an Image Stabilizer (IS). When you use the IS lens’ built-in Image Stabilizer, camera shake is corrected to obtain a sharper shot.

Set the Mode Dial to Still Photo or Movie

The [Image Stabilizer] menu option will not be displayed when the shooting mode is set to ⋖ ⋗ (Scene Intelligent Auto) as seen in the image below.


To display the [Image Stabilizer] menu option, set the Mode Dial to <> (Still Photo) or <> (Movie).


Still Photo

Movie

Attach an IS-equipped lens to the camera

(1) EF-M Lenses:

For non-IS lenses, such as EF-M 22mm F2 STM, the [Image Stabilizer] menu option will not be displayed.

For lenses equipped with an IS feature, such as EF-M 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM, refer to the following procedure to set IS.

At the time of purchase, the [Image Stabilizer] option is set to [Enable].

1. Press the ⋖MENU⋗ button to display the menu screen.

2. Under the [ ] tab, select [Image Stabilizer].

3. Select [Enable], then press the ⋖MENU⋗ button to close the menu.


(2) EF Lenses:

The Mount Adapter EF-EOS M is used to attach EF lenses to the EOS-M. When an IS equipped EF lens is used, the setting will be made with the lens instead of the camera’s menu.

The Image Stabilizer will operate when the lens’ ⋖STABILIZER⋗ (Image Stabilizer switch) is set to ⋖ON⋗ as shown in the bellow image.

Non-IS EF lenses do not include a ⋖STABILIZER⋗ (Image Stabilizer switch).

Caution

The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved.
For bulb exposures, set the IS to ⋖OFF⋗. If ⋖ON⋗ is set, Image Stabilizer incorrect operation may occur.
The Image Stabilizer may not be effective for excessive shaking such as on a rocking boat.

Caution

The Image Stabilizer works in all focus modes.
When using a tripod, you can still shoot with the IS set to ⋖ON⋗ with no problem. However, to save battery power, setting the IS to ⋖OFF⋗ is recommended.
The Image Stabilizer is effective even when the camera is mounted on a monopod.
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