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1 Let’s Get Started! First… Getting Started p. 7 This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next… PDF Manuals Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos. The PDF manuals are included in the supplied CD-ROM. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Please download from http://www.adobe.
2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 6 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Viewing Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Various Shooting Methods Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting in Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Movie Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions. . . . . . . . . . Selecting an AF Frame Mode . . . .
4 Table of Contents Print Settings/Transfer Settings 115 Setting the DPOF Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Configuring the Camera Setting the Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Formatting Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating an Image Destination (Folder). . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents 5 About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide 59 Mode dial position Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Press the p. 176 button. • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p. 70). - Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Corr., Red-Eye Lamp Commonly Used Shooting Functions 1. Use the W or X button to change the flash mode. : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes.
6 Please Read Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc.
7 Getting Started z Preparations z Shooting Still Images z Viewing Still Images z Erasing z Printing z Embedding the Date in the Image Data z Shooting Movies z Viewing Movies z Downloading Images to a Computer z System Map
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Preparations 9 Installing the Batteries and Memory Card a Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the direction of the arrow (b) and opening it up in the direction of the arrow (c). Hold lock open a Battery Cover Lock c b Be sure to hold the battery cover lock open while sliding the entire cover in the direction of the arrow.
Getting Started 10 Preparations b Install two batteries. Negative end (–) Positive end (+) Caution! Check the battery terminals for the correct orientation. c Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Caution! Back Check the memory card for the correct orientation. Only SD and SDHC memory cards Write Protect Tab Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked. Front The camera may fail to detect the memory card or malfunction if the memory card is inserted backward by mistake.
Preparations 11 it until it clicks into place (b). a b To Remove the Memory Card • Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. It is recommended to use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
Getting Started 12 Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. ON/OFF a Button b c / a / / Buttons Button Button Press the ON/OFF button. b Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the W or X button to select a category. 2. Use the S or T button to set the value. c Press the FUNC./SET button.
Preparations 13 You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. a bd Button Mode Dial c b / a / / Button Buttons Set the mode dial to (Playback). b Hold down the FUNC./SET button and press the MENU button once. c Use the S, T, W or X button to select a language. d Press the FUNC./SET button.
Getting Started 14 Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images ( a ON/OFF Button b Auto Mode) de Shutter Button Indicator Mode Dial a Press the ON/OFF button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the ON/OFF button again turns the power off. • To switch to the setting that mutes all sound, press and hold the MENU button while pressing the ON/OFF button. The [Mute] setting also can be changed in the (Set up) menu. b Select a shooting mode.
Shooting Still Images 15 button all the way (press fully) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds* immediately after shooting (Rec. Review). You can also shoot while the image is displayed. * You can change the interval for which images are displayed by configuring the [Review] item in the (Rec.) menu. • The image will continue to display after shooting if you keep the shutter button pressed.
Getting Started 16 Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images a Mode Dial b / a Buttons Set the mode dial to (Playback). b Use the W or X button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed continuously, but they will appear coarse.
Erasing 17 Getting Started Erasing a Mode Dial b c / a b Buttons Set the mode dial to Button Button (Playback). b Use the W or X button to select an image to erase and press the button. c Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the FUNC./ SET button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
Getting Started 18 Printing Printing c c ON/OFF Button a Mode Dial d / d a Buttons Button Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer. • Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers.
Printing 19 You can add images directly to a print list by merely pressing the button immediately after shooting or playing back an image. You can then print the images from the print list easily, when connecting the camera to a printer. Adding to a Print List a Press the button (still images only). b Add to the print list. 1. Use the S or T button to set the number of copies to print. 2. Use the W or X button to select [Add]. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button.
Getting Started 20 Embedding the Date in the Image Data Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p. 12). • The image size is fixed to the 2M (1600 x 1200) setting and the compression to Fine (appropriate for printing L-size or postcard-size prints).
Embedding the Date in the Image Data (Date Stamp). 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select . 3. Use the W or X button to select . • The area that will not print displays in gray. • Pressing the MENU button allows you to switch to [Date & Time] using the W or X button. You can use the following methods to imprint the date on images lacking imprinted date stamps. • Set with the camera’s Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) function.
Getting Started 22 Shooting Movies Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode) a ON/OFF Button b de Shutter Button Indicator Mode Dial a Press the ON/OFF button. b Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). • Confirm that the camera is set to (Standard). c Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Do not press any buttons other than the shutter, or button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Shooting Movies 23 the focus. • An electronic beep will sound twice and the indicator will light green when the camera focuses. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set when you press the button halfway. e Without changing anything else, press the shutter button all the way (press fully) to shoot. • Recording starts. • During the recording, the elapsed recording time and [z Rec] will display in the LCD monitor.
Getting Started 24 Viewing Movies Viewing Movies b a ON/OFF Button Mode Dial cd / a / / Buttons Press the ON/OFF button. b Set the mode dial to (Playback). c Use the W or X button to display a movie and press the FUNC./ SET button. • Images with a icon are movies. d Use the W or X button to select (Play) and press the FUNC./ SET button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie.
Downloading Images to a Computer 25 You are recommended to use the supplied software to download images to your computer. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Getting Started 26 Downloading Images to a Computer Preparing to Download Images Windows 2000 users must install the software before connecting the camera to the computer. a Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation. 3. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is complete.
Downloading Images to a Computer 27 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. • Open the Camera's terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. DIGITAL Terminal USB Port Interface Cable c Preparing to download images to the computer. 1. Set the camera's mode dial to (Playback) and press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF Button If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes].
Getting Started 28 Downloading Images to a Computer d Displaying the Camera Window. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If this event dialog does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.
Downloading Images to a Computer 29 Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Install the software before downloading images via the Direct Transfer method for the first time (p. 26). a Button / / / Buttons Button b a Button Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. • The button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. b Press the button.
Getting Started 30 Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer. New Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred. DPOF Trans. Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images with DPOF Transfer Order settings.
Downloading Images to a Computer 31 4. Press the MENU button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off. The previous setting will be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed. The image selection screen will appear directly when the [Select & Transfer] or the [Wallpaper] option was last selected.
Getting Started 32 System Map System Map Wrist Strap WS-800 AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×2) Memory Card (32MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*6 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • A separately sold four-cell set of AA-size nickel metal hydride batteries (NB4-300) is also available • Two batteries are used for this camera AC Adapter Kit ACK800 • Compa
System Map 33 Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Canon Brand Camera Direct Compatible Printer Direct Interface Cable Direct Print Compatible Inkjet Printers*2 SD Memory Card *5 • SDC-128M • SDC-512MSH PCMCIA Adapter USB Card Reader Compact Photo Printers*2 *3 (SELPHY Series) USB Port PC Card Slot *1 *2 *3 *4 Also available for purchase separately. See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer. This camera can also be connected to the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300.
Getting Started 34 System Map Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate. Power Supplies • AC Adapter Kit ACK800 This kit lets you power the camera from any standard household power outlet.
System Map 35 Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Inkjet Printers For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories.
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38 Components Guide Front View a Wrist Strap Mount b Speaker c Microphone d Flash (p. 59) e AF-assist Beam (p. 47) f Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (pp. 59, 70) g Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) h Terminal Cover i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 129) j DIGITAL Terminal (p. 27) k DC IN (Power input) Terminal (p.
39 Back View Components Guide a LCD Monitor (pp. 44, 51) b Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 9) c Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 9) d Tripod Socket The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.
40 Controls a ON/OFF Button (pp. 12, 14) b Shutter Button (p. 14) c Mode Dial (pp. 13, 14) d FUNC./SET Button (p. 42) e MENU Button (p. 43) f (Print/Share) Button (pp. 18, 29, 93) g Indicator (p. 41) h (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ Button (p. 60) i (Telephoto while shooting)/ (Magnify in Playback mode)/ j k Button (pp. 54, 96) (Flash)/ Button (p. 59) (Wide Angle while shooting)/ (Single Image Erase in Playback mode)/ Button (pp.
41 Indicator Green: Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)*/ when connected to a computer/display turned off Blinking Green: Camera starting up/image recording/reading/erasing/ transferring (when connected to a computer) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)/flash charging * Camera beeps once if difficult to focus. Never do the following while the indicator blinks green. These actions may corrupt image data.
42 Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the , , or menu. FUNC./SET Button (FUNC. Menu) This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. 1 2 5 3 This example shows the FUNC. menu in 1 2 3 Set the mode dial to 4 (Auto) mode. , , or . Press the FUNC./SET button. Use the S or T button to select a menu item.
43 MENU Button ( , , and Menus) (Set up) Menu (Rec.) Menu 1 5 can switch 2 You between menus with the W or X button. This example shows the 1 2 3 menu in 4 (Auto) mode. Press the MENU button. Use the W or X button to switch between menus. • The following menus are displayed. Shooting: Rec. / Set up Playback: Play / Print / Set up 3 Use the S or T button to select a menu item. • Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. 4 Use the W or X button to select an option.
44 Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Shooting Mode c defg b Face Frame Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame a h i Camera Shake Warning ( ) (p. 132) Recordable Shots (Still Images) Remaining Time/Recorded Time (Movie) Shutter Speed, Aperture Value Content a Configuration Method Exposure compensation, ISO speed, FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) recording pixels, etc. Mode dial, FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) b Shooting mode Tele-Converter ( 1.5x/1.
45 Playback Mode Low Battery Displayed image number/ Total number of images j Folder Number-File Number Shooting information is displayed Recording Pixels (Still image), Movie Length File size Histogram Shooting Date/Time l m Content Configuration Method button, MENU button (Print menu) j Print List k Auto Category ( ) MENU button (Rec.
46 Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. By using the exposure compensation function, you can correct the image brightness before shooting (p. 82). Sample Histograms Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image FUNC. Menu Menu Item Options Page Shooting Mode (Still image) pp. 14, 60, 66, 68 pp.
47 Rec. Menu *Default setting Menu Item Options Page Face Detect*/AiAF/Center p. 76 AF-Point Zoom On/Off* p. 75 Digital Zoom (Still image) Standard*/Off/1.5x/1.9x (Movie) Standard*/Off (In Standard Movie mode only) p. 55 Flash Settings Slow Synchro On/Off* Red-Eye Corr. On/Off* Red-Eye Lamp On*/Off Light Metering */ p. 70 / p. 83 AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 133 Shooting Info On/Off* p. 51 Review Off/2*–10 seconds/Hold p. 15 Review Info Off*/Detailed p.
48 Play Menu Menu Item Page Image Disp. p. 97 Info Disp. p. 51 Jump to p. 99 Slide Show p. 104 My Category p. 98 Red-Eye Correction p. 105 Resize p. 110 Sound Memo p. 112 Protect p. 113 Rotate p. 102 Erase all p. 114 Transfer Order p. 119 Resume p. 16 Transition p. 103 Print Menu Menu Item Print Topic Page Displays the print menu. Configures print settings for Select Image & Qty. single images as you view them. Select All Images Configures print settings for all images.
49 Set up Menu Menu Item *Default setting Options Page/Topic On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all sounds. (Except for when the memory card slot/battery cover is opened during recording.) Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Operation Vol.
50 Menu Item Options Format File Numbering Page/Topic You can also select a low level format (p. 122). Continuous*/ Auto Reset p. 123 Create Folder p. 125 Create New Folder Check mark (On)/ No check mark (Off) Auto Create Off*/Daily/ MondaySunday/ Monthly (Time also can be set) Auto Rotate On*/Off Lens Retract 1 minute* / 0 seconds p. 127 Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from Shooting mode to Playback mode. Language p.
51 Using the LCD Monitor Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Configuration Method During shooting (Shooting mode) Rec. menu [Shooting Info] Configurable Content On/Off During Rec. review (while an image is Rec. menu [Review Info] reviewed right after shooting) Off/Detailed During playback (Playback mode) Off/Standard/Detailed Play menu [Info Disp.] During Shooting (Shooting Mode) Off On During Playback (Playback Mode)/Rec.
52 Switching the Information Display in Shooting or Rec. Review Mode 1 Select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to switch between options. 2. Press the MENU button. Switching the Information Display in Playback Mode 1 Select [Info Disp.]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Info Disp.].
53 Night Display When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*, making it easier to frame the subject. * Although noise may appear and the movement of the subject shown on the LCD monitor may appear somewhat jagged, there is no effect on the recorded image. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different.
54 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 38 mm – 132 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. 1 Press the • or button. Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject. • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject.
55 Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Selection Focal Length Standard 38 – 528 mm Off 38 – 132 mm 1.5x 57 – 198 mm 1.9x 72.2 – 251 mm Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 14x with digital and optical zoom combined. In Movie mode, only the Standard mode can be selected. Enables shooting without digital zoom. Digital zoom is fixed at the selected zoom factor, and the focal length shifts to maximum telephoto.
56 Safety Zoom Zone Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). The icon displays at the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration and you can advance the zoom further by pressing the button again (not available in ). Safety Zoom Factor Recording pixels Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 3.4x Î 4.0x Î 5.1x Î 6.
57 Shooting with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the button and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor. • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom factor appears in blue). • Press the button to zoom out. Commonly Used Shooting Functions 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
58 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [1.5x] or [1.9x]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Adjust the angle of view with the button and shoot. • will appear on the LCD monitor.
59 Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Press the p. 176 button. • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p. 70). - Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Corr., Red-Eye Lamp • The LCD monitor turns off while the flash charges. You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon appears. Commonly Used Shooting Functions 1. Use the W or X button to change the flash mode.
60 Shooting Close-ups/Infinity Shots (Macro/Infinity/Super Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots. Shooting Mode Macro Infinity Super Macro Features Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Image Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject • Maximum wide angle setting: 53 x 40 mm (2.1 x 1.6 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 5 cm (2.0 in.) • Maximum telephoto setting: 76 x 57 mm (3.0 x 2.2 in.
61 Shooting in Super Macro Mode 1 Select . In Super Macro mode, the zoom level is fixed at maximum wide angle. Commonly Used Shooting Functions 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button.
62 Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp and sound speed up. 2 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 2 seconds after you press the shutter button.
63 To Cancel the Self-Timer Follow Step 1 to display . Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( 1 Select . Accept the setting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the S or T button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and change the settings with the W or X button. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following occurs. - The exposure and white balance are locked at the settings selected for the first shot.
64 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes 1 p. 176 Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to change the option. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels Purpose* 3072 x 2304 High Printing to about A3-size 7M (Large) pixels 297 x 420 mm (11.7 x 16.5 in.) Printing to about A4-size 2592 x 1944 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.
65 (Widescreen) Printing on wide size paper (you can check the composition at a 3072 x 1728 pixels 16:9 aspect ratio as you shoot. Areas that will not be recorded appear on the LCD monitor as a black border.) z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 167). z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 169). Changing the Compression (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes 1 Select a compression setting. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and press the MENU button. 3.
66 Various Shooting Methods Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. 1 Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to select a mode. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people.
67 Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Sunset Foliage Shoots trees and leaves—such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms—in vivid colors. Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.
68 Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. z The shutter speed is slow in the mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake. z In the , , or mode, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image depending on the scene being shot. Shooting in Manual Mode Available Shooting Modes Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or my colors. 1 Select Manual mode. 1.
69 Continuous Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 176 In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (p. 167). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
70 Setting the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 176 The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that only the background will appear Slow Synchro dark when a night scene or an interior shot is taken. When [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may become a factor. Use of a tripod is recommended. Red-Eye Corr. Automatically searches for and corrects red eyes in the image when the flash fires. Red-eye reduction lamp lights orange before the flash Red-Eye Lamp fires.
71 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select a function. 2. Use the W or X button to select [On] or [Off]. 3. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the MENU button. Various Shooting Methods • You can also display this menu by pressing the button, followed by the MENU button (p. 59).
72 Movie Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 176 The following movie modes are available. The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use (p. 168). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH). The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 55).
73 2 Shoot. z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 122). The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. z Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone (p. 38). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter, or button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
74 Changing Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels when the Movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. 1 Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to change the option. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second.
75 Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions Available Shooting Modes p. 176 1 Select [AF-Point Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [AF-Point Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [On]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 76).
76 The display cannot be zoomed under the following circumstances. - When the [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] and a face is not detected, or when the face is extremely large in relation to the overall composition. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom or Digital Tele-converter function is in use. - When a TV is being used as the display. Selecting an AF Frame Mode Available Shooting Modes p.
77 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Face Detect], [AiAF] or [Center]. 2. Press the MENU button. Face Detect Feature z Maximum of three frames will be displayed at the positions of the faces the camera recognizes. At this point, the frame the camera judges to be the main subject appears in white while the others appear in gray. When the shutter button is pressed halfway and the focus is achieved, up to 9 green AF frames may appear.
78 Selecting the Face to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings. z In the menu, set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect] (p. 76). z Register the function to the button (p. 93). 1 Aim the camera at the subject and press the button when the face is detected.
79 2 Use the W or X button to select a person to focus on. 3 Press the button. • The face frame ( ) of the main subject turns to white and determines the person to focus on (the selected face will now be tracked within a certain range). 4 Press the shutter button halfway. • The face frame ( 5 ) of the main subject will change into . Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. The Face Select mode releases if the following operations are performed in Step 3 after the button is pressed.
80 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition • Subjects that are moving quickly • Subjects through glass 1 2 3 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame.
81 Adjusting the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Adjust the ISO Speed Various Shooting Methods 1 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to change the setting. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button.
82 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background. 1 Adjust the exposure. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and the W or X button to adjust the setting. 3.
83 Switching between Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject. Center Weighted Avg.
84 Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. 1 Select the Long Shutter mode. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select 3. Press the MENU button. 2 . Change the shutter speed. 1. Use the W or X button to adjust the setting. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The higher the value, the brighter the recorded image becomes.
85 Various Shooting Methods z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. z Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to .
86 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies.
87 Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) • Shooting close-ups (Macro) Select . 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button.
88 z You are recommended to set the Shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed.
89 Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. Records normally with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Sepia Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white. Custom Color Use this option to adjust contrast, sharpness and saturation before shooting.
90 Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode ( 1 Select . 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the S or T button to select and choose with the W or X button. 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the S or T button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the W or X button to adjust the setting. • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. • Press the MENU button to return to the My Colors mode selection screen. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button.
91 Setting the Display Overlays Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. 3:2 Guide Helps to confirm the print area for L-size or postcard size in 3:2 aspect ratio*. Areas outside the printable area are grayed out.
92 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 176 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. 1 People For images shot in , or mode, or images with faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in Events For images shot in or , mode. , , or mode. Select [Auto Category]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
93 Registering Settings to the Print/ Share Button Available Shooting Modes p. 176 You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. The following functions can be registered. Not Assigned Purpose No function is registered to the button Page — Face Select Selects the person to focus on p. 78 +/- (Exp.) For correcting the exposure p. 82 ISO Speed For changing the ISO speed p. 81 White Balance For changing the white balance p.
94 1 Select [Set button]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select [Set button]. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S, T, W or X button to select the function you wish to register. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • If displays to the icon’s lower right, you can register the function, but you cannot use it with some shooting modes or settings even if you press the button. To Cancel the Shortcut Button Select in Step 2.
95 Using the 1 Press the • • • • button. :The Face Select mode activates. : The settings advance each time the button is pressed. : The corresponding setup screen is displayed. : The white balance data is read each time the button is pressed. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white paper or cloth is positioned so it appears at the center of the LCD monitor and then press the button.
96 Playback/Erasing Viewing Magnified Images 1 Press the button. • will display and allow you to magnify the view up to a factor of 10 times. Pressing the button zooms the display out. • Pressing the W or X button allows you to display the previous or next image at the magnified level. Approximate Location of the Displayed Area 2 Press the FUNC./SET button and change the position of the displayed area with the S, T, W or X button. • will display and the camera switches to the Image Advance mode.
97 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Select [Image Disp.]. 2 Playback/Erasing 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Index]. 2. Press the MENU button. • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the S, T, W or X button to change the image selection. Movie Selected Image You can also switch between single image playback and index playback by holding down the FUNC.
98 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Images can be sorted into previously prepared categories and organized by category. People My Category 1–3 Scenery To Do Events 1 Select [My Category]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Categorize the images. 1. Use the W or X button to select images to categorize. 2. Use the S or T button to select a category. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. • Pressing the FUNC.
99 Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. People Jumps to images from the [People] category. Scenery Jumps to images from the [Scenery] category. Events Jumps to images from the [Events] category. Category 1–3 Jumps to the images from each category. To Do Jumps to images from the [To Do] category.
100 2 Use the S or T button to select a search key and press the W or X button. Date Jump Example • Some search keys only display when there is a corresponding image in the folder. Location of image currently being displayed Number of images matching search key To Cancel the Jump Search Mode Press the MENU button. In Single Playback mode, you can also display the [Jump to] menu by holding down the MENU button. Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the Index Playback mode.
101 2 Play the movie. 1. Use the W or X button to select 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. Movie Control Panel . Playback Progress Bar Time movie was shot Volume Level (Adjust it with the S or T button) Operating the Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback Print An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play Slow Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback.
102 Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° 270° Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Rotate the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select an image to rotate. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. • This also can be set in the Index Playback mode.
103 Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. 1 Select [Transition]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select or . 2. Press the MENU button.
104 Automated Playback (Slide Show) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 Select [Slide Show]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an effect. 1. Use the W or X button to select or . 3 , Start the slide show. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The following functions are available during slide shows.
105 Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. 1 Select [Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the W or X button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • A frame will automatically display where red-eye is detected. • If red-eye is not automatically detected, select [Add Frame] with W or X button and press FUNC.
106 3 Correct the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Start]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. • [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image. The uncorrected image is erased. • When [New File] is selected, proceed to Step 5.
107 Playback/Erasing z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. z Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. z Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the (Red-Eye Correction) function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.
108 Add Correction Frame 1 Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • A green frame will display. 2 Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the S, T, W or X button to move the frame. • Press the FUNC./SET button to switch to the Frame Size Change mode and you can change the size of the frame with the S or T buttons. Press the FUNC./SET button again to restore the Frame Shift mode, allowing you to adjust the position of the correction frame.
109 Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the W or X button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. 3 Delete the frame. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The selected frame will disappear. • To continue deleting frames, return to Step 2. • When you finish deleting frames, press the MENU button.
110 Resizing Images You can save images at lower recording pixels than the original image. 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels 1 Select [Resize]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the W or X button to select an image to resize. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The FUNC./SET button is not selectable for images that cannot be resized. 3 Select the recording pixels. 1.
111 4 Save the image. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The resized image will be saved with a new file name. The original image will remain. Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select [Yes]. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. • Selecting [No] returns to the menu. Movies and images shot in Widescreen mode cannot be resized.
112 Attaching Sound Memos to Images In Playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the W or X button to select an image to which you wish to attach a sound memo. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The sound memo panel will display. 3 Record the memo. 1.
113 Sound Memo Panel Use the W or X button to select an option and press the FUNC./SET button. Ends the operation. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording or playback. Play Plays back. Erase Erases. (Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./SET button.) z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 Select [Protect]. 1.
114 Erasing All Images Erasing all the images on a memory card. z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Erase the images. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
115 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings z The specified print settings are also applied to the print list (p. 19). z The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings. z Print settings cannot be set for movies. z The icon may display for a memory card with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.
116 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Print Settings]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select [Print Type], [Date], [File No.] or [Clear DPOF data]. 2. Use the W or X button to select an option. 3. Press the MENU button. z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - [Index] [Date] and [File No.
117 Single Images You can set the number of print copies when the [Print Type] setting (p. 115) is set to [Standard] or [Both]. 1 Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 2 Select the images. • Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 115). Standard ( )/Both ( ) Number of Print Copies 1. Use the W or X button to select the images. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the S or T button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). 4. Press the MENU button. Index ( ) 1.
118 All the Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. 1 Select [Select All Images]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Select All Images]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select [OK]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. z Images are printed in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
119 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The icon may display for a memory card with print transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.
120 All the Images on a Memory Card 1 Select [Transfer Order]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the S or T button to select . 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Select [Mark all]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [Mark all] 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK]. 1. Use the W or X button to select [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. z Images are transferred in order according to the file number.
121 Configuring the Camera Setting the Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Display Off 1 In Shooting mode, the LCD monitor automatically turns off after the specified period of time if no control is accessed on the camera regardless of the [Auto Power Down] setting. Press any button other than the ON/OFF button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. Select [Power Saving]. 1.
122 The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 Select [Format]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Format]. 4.
123 Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name Continuous duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* * When a blank memory card is used.
124 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder.
125 Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Folder Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. Auto Create You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and time. 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
126 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the S or T button to select [Auto Create] and the W or X button to select a creation date. 2. Use the S or T button to select [Time] and the W or X button to select a time. 3. Press the MENU button. • displays when the specified time arrives.
127 Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. 1 Select [Auto Rotate]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the W or X button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the MENU button.
128 When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function. Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 Select [Reset All]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the W or X button to select the menu. 3. Use the S or T button to select [Reset All]. 4.
129 Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. VIDEO AUDIO Yellow Black 4 5 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. Turn on the camera. z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p.
130 Troubleshooting • • • • • • • • • Camera (p. 130) When the power is turned on (p. 131) LCD monitor (p. 131) Shooting (p. 133) Shooting movies (p. 137) Playback (p. 138) TV monitor output (p. 138) Battery (p. 139) Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 139) Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the ON/OFF button (p. 14). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the cover is securely closed (p. 9). Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction.
131 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. z The camera’s orientation mechanism is operating. There is no malfunction. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or z When recording to, erasing from or formatting the memory card, slide the SDHC memory card’s write write protect tab upward (p. 152). protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. LCD monitor Nothing displays.
132 Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. z This is not a camera malfunction (flickering recorded in movies, but not in still images). A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. z This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction.
133 Shooting Camera will not record. z Set the mode dial to (Auto), (Manual), (Special Scene) or (Movie) (pp. 14, 22, 66, 68). Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the indicator will light orange. Shooting is now possible (p. 41). Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (p. 9). z If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 122).
134 Subject is out of focal range. z Shoot with the subject at the correct focusing distance (p. 162). z The camera may be set to an unintended function (such as Macro mode). Cancel the setting. The subject is hard to focus z Use the focus lock to shoot (p. 80). on. Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. z Set the flash to (Flash on) (p. 59). The subject is z Set the exposure compensation to a underexposed because the positive (+) setting (p. 82).
135 Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds and (High ISO Auto) setting may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 81). z In the , , or mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. White dots appear on the image. Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from z Shoot with [Red-Eye Lamp] in the the eyes when the flash is [Flash Settings] set to [On] (p. 70). used in dark areas.
136 Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s performance has dropped. z To enhance the continuous shooting performance, you are recommended to format the memory card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer (p. 122). Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted z Use a memory card formatted in your in another device. camera (p. 122). Lens will not retract. Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on.
137 Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of z Although the recording time may not memory cards are used. display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on - Slow recording memory the memory card. Recording time will cards. display properly if you format the - Memory cards formatted on a different camera or a memory card in this camera (excluding slow recording memory computer.
138 Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back z Computer images that cannot be played back may play back if they are images shot with another added to the camera using the camera or images edited supplied software program. with a computer. File name was changed with z Set the file name or location on the a computer or file location file format/structure of the camera. was changed. (Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details). Movies do not play back correctly.
139 Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Battery performance is insufficient. z Check the battery handling instructions in the Handling Precautions section (p. 150). Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 150). Battery capacity drops due z If shooting in a cold location, warm to low ambient the batteries such as by placing them temperatures. in your pocket before using them. Battery terminals are dirty.
140 List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded onto the memory card, red-eye correction is being processed, or the camera settings are being reset to the defaults. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation (p. 9).
141 Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the menu, set [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset]; alternatively, save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer, then reformat the memory card. Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data.
142 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate the image shot with a different camera or data type, or an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera. Or you attempted to resize an image recorded using , or already resized to .
143 Communication error The computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to download the images. Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in a location with excessive dust or sand in the air.
144 Appendix Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
145 Equipment z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids.
146 Battery z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. z The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Failure to follow these precautions may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.
147 Battery z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. z The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
148 Cautions Equipment z Be careful not to entangle the camera in other subjects and not to subject the camera to strong impacts or shocks when holding it by the strap. z Do not bang or apply force to the lens. Such actions could lead to injury or damage the equipment. z Be careful not to allow dust or sand into the camera when using it at a beach or place with strong winds. It may lead to malfunctions. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.
149 Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. z Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Doing so could result in burns.
150 Handling Precautions Camera Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
151 Battery z Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( reversed. and ) z Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced.
152 Memory Card SD memory card or SDHC memory card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the memory card). Writing/Erasing Impossible z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
153 Memory Card z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.
154 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries.
155 Appendix z Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt: - If the battery usage time has considerably diminished - If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished - When charging the batteries (insert and remove the batteries two or three times before charging) - When charging completes in a space of a few minutes (the battery charger indicator remains lit) z You may not be able to ful
156 z It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been depleted. When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F). z The charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state.
157 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation. Tripod Sockets z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker.
158 z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. z To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel. z A tripod can be used even when the flash is attached. Batteries z Charge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
159 Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire relatively quickly after you purchase the camera. This is because it is installed in the camera at the point of manufacture, not when you make the purchase.
160 4 5 Remove the battery holder in the direction of the arrow. Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction of the arrow. (–) Side 6 7 8 Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. Replace the battery holder and close the cover. When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 12). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.
161 Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens.
162 Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A470 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 7.4 million) Lens 6.3 (W) – 21.6 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 38 (W) – 132 (T) mm) f/3.0 (W) – f/5.8 (T) Digital Zoom Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 14x in combination with the optical zoom) LCD Monitor 2.
163 1, Auto*2, ISO speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) Auto* High ISO 800/1600 ISO 80/100/200/400/ White Balance Auto*, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom Built-in Flash Auto, On, Off • Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF. Built-In Flash Range 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.) (W), 30 cm – 2.0 m (12 in. – 6.6 ft.) (T) • Brightness of image periphery may reduce depending on shooting distance.
164 Data Type (Still images) Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) (Movies) AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
165 Direct Print PictBridge compliant, Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) Communication Settings MTP, PTP Power Source 2 AA-size alkaline batteries 2 AA-size NiMH batteries NB4-300 (sold separately) AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) (0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) when NB-3AH is used.) Operating Humidity 10 – 90% Dimensions (excluding protrusions) 104.
166 Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor On (Based on the CIPA standard) Playback Time AA-size Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) Approx. 150 shots Approx. 6 hours AA-size NiMH Batteries (NB-3AH (fully charged)) Approx. 400 shots Approx. 8 hours z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded. z At low temperatures, the battery performance may diminish and the low battery icon may appear very rapidly.
167 Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Memory Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 32MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 40 156 15 64 251 32 134 520 11 49 190 20 87 339 41 173 671 18 76 295 (Medium 2) 2048 x 1536 pixels 32 136 529 64 269 1041 29 121 471 (Medium 3) 1600 x 1200 pixels 52 217 839 99 411 1590 111 460 1777 (Large) 3072 x 2304 pixels (Medium 1) 2592 x 1944 pixels (Small) 640 x 480 pixels 171 711 2747 270 1118 4317 (Date Stamp) 160
168 Movie : Memory Card included with the camera Recording Pixels /Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. Standard Compact 32MB SDC-128M 22 sec. 1 min. 36 sec. SDC-512MSH 6 min. 12 sec. 640 x 480 pixels 45 sec. 3 min. 10 sec. 12 min. 16 sec. 20 frames/sec. LP 320 x 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 43 sec. 160 x 120 pixels 15 frames/sec. 3 min. 14 min. 29 sec. 55 min. 57 sec. 30 sec. • Maximum movie clip length at 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. : 3 min.
169 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels 3072 x 2304 pixels 3045 KB 1897 KB 902 KB 2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 2048 x 1536 pixels 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 640 x 480 pixels 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels — 3072 x 1728 pixels 2304 KB 558 KB 1420 KB Frame Rate/Recording Pixels Standard 678 KB File size 640 x 480 pixels, 20 frames/sec. 1280 KB/sec. 640 x 480 pixels, 20 frames/sec. LP 640 KB/sec.
170 MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.) NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Type AA-size nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.
171 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA x 4, 1275 mA x 2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 40 min.*1, Approx. 2 hours*2 Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Dimensions 65.0 x 105.0 x 27.5 mm (2.56 x 4.13 x 1.08 in.) Weight (body only) Approx. 95 g (3.35 oz.
172 Index Numerics D 3:2 Guide ..................................91 Date Battery ............................ 159 Date Stamp ............................... 20 Date/Time ................................. 12 Digital Tele-Converter ............... 55 Digital Zoom ............................. 55 Direct Transfer .......................... 29 Display Off .............................. 121 Display Overlays ....................... 91 DPOF .............................. 115, 119 A AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ......
173 I N Index Playback ..........................97 Indicator .............................. 40, 41 Infinity ........................................60 Info Disp. .............................45, 51 ISO Speed ................................ 81 Night Display ............................ 53 J P O Overexposure Warning ............. 45 Language ..................................13 LCD Monitor ........................44, 51 Lens Retract ..............................50 List of Messages .................
174 Shutter Speed ...........................44 Slide Show ..............................104 Slow Synchro ............................70 Smooth Continuous Shooting ... 69 Sound Memo ...........................112 Spot AE Point Frame ..........44, 83 Spot Metering ............................ 83 Super Macro ............................. 61 System Map ..............................32 T Telephoto ..................................54 Transfer Settings (DPOF) .......119 Transition Effects ....................
175 Disclaimer • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
176 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions available for each shooting mode in the table below. Function Long Shutter Exposure Compensation (p. 82) { – { – Long Shutter (p. 84) – { – – Auto*1 { – { { High ISO Auto*1 { – { { ISO 80–1600 { { { – Auto*1 { { { { Other than Auto { { { – Single Shot { { { { ISO Speed (p. 81) White Balance (p. 86) Drive Mode (pp.
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