EC203_204_CUG(Adv)_Eng_CDI-E238.book Page 1 Thursday, June 22, 2006 12:56 PM ENGLISH Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Photo of PowerShot A640 Viewing Images on a TV set Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Main Features Shooting z Automatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions z Automatically detects camera orientation with an Intelligent Orientation sensor z Avoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by using a high ISO speed z Changes specific image colors to shoot (Color Accent, Color Swap) z Attaches the separately sold wide converter or tele-converter Playback z Plays movies with sound z Plays back automatically using the Auto Play function Editing z Adds e
Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing next to, or below titles indicate the shooting modes in which the procedure can be used. Mode switch Postcard Mode Shooting Mode * Unavailable shooting modes are shown grayed out. See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 142). z In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is referred to as the Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is referred to as the Advanced Guide. : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Please Read. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the Exposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 When the power is turned on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Shooting Movies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling Precautions 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.
Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
Warnings Equipment z Do not look directly into the sun or at bright light sources through the camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury. • Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation. • Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.
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.
Cautions Equipment z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug. Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
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.
Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor 1 Press . z The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( ) Playback Mode ( ) Standard (No Information) No Information Detailed (Information View) Standard Off Detailed z The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Digital Tele-Converter*1 (p. 30) 1 2 Zoom Magnification* * (p. 30) *1 Spot AE Point Frame (p. 55) *1 AF Frame (p. 47) *1 Low Battery (p. 112) Flash (Basic Guide p. 15) Red-Eye Reduction (Basic Guide p. 16) Auto Rotate (p. 73) Shooting Mode 3:2 Guide (p. 36) Grid Lines*1 (p. 36) 1 1 1 * * * * ISO Speed (p. 69) 1 * 1 * 1 1 * White Balance (p. 58) Drive Mode (p. 33, Basic Guide p. 18) (Basic Guide pp. 11 – 13) (p.
If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Raise the ISO speed (p. 69) or select a setting other than (flash off), or attach the camera to a tripod or other device. Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard WAVE Format Sound (p. 87) Folder Number-File Number Shooting Date/Time Protection Status (p. 89) Compression (Still Images) (p.
Detailed ISO Speed (p. 69) Histogram Shooting Mode Aperture Value (pp. 45 – 46) Metering Mode (p. 55) Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 40) Movie Length (Movies) (p. 37) Shutter Speed (pp. 43, 46) ··· Aperture Value (p. 57) Flash Output (p. 70) ··· Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 70) File size (p. 133) * * My Colors (p. 61) My Colors (Playback) (p. 85) Image with the My Colors effect (p. 85) Manual Focus (p. 51) AF Lock (p. 50) Macro (Basic Guide p. 17) Recording Pixels (Still Image) (p.
z Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (information view) - When using the detailed display mode of the Playback mode Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image.
Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. * This time can be changed. z The power saving function will not activate during an Auto Play or while the camera is connected to a computer. z The power saving function settings can be changed (p. 23).
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. z FUNC. Menu z Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting. a b e c • This example shows the FUNC. menu in d mode. a Set the mode switch to (shooting). b Press the FUNC./SET button. c Use the or button to select a menu item.
Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu (My Camera) Menu a c d • This example shows the Rec. menu in mode. • In playback mode, the Play, Print, Set up and My Camera menus display. a Press the MENU button. b Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. c Use the or button to select a menu item.
Menu List FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Menu Item Reference Page Reference Page Menu Item ISO Speed p. 69 Metering Mode p. 55 White Balance p. 58 Compression (still image) p. 29 Drive Mode p. 33, Basic Guide p. 18 Frame Rate (movie) p. 40 My Colors p. 61 Recording Pixels p. 28 (still image) +/– (Flash)/ Flash Output p. 70 Recording Pixels p. 40 (movie) Rec.
Menu Item Options Summary/ Reference Page On*/Off Basic Guide p. 16 Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point p. 55 Safety Shift On/Off* p. 45 MF-Point Zoom On*/Off p. 51 AF-assist Beam On*/Off Review Off/2*-10 seconds/Hold Basic Guide p. 10 Save Original On/Off* p. 68 Reverse Disp. On*/Off Basic Guide p. 7 Disp. Overlay Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/Both p. 36 Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time p. 35 Red-Eye Play Menu ( Menu Item – ) Reference Page Auto Play p. 89 My Colors p.
Print Menu ( ) Menu Item Reference Page Print Select Image & Qty. Select All Images p. 91 Clear All Selections Print Settings Set up Menu ( ) * Default setting Menu Item 22 Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 9). Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback sound.
Menu Item Options Playback Vol. Summary/Reference Page Adjusts the volume of movie sounds and sound memos. Power Saving p. 17 Auto Power Down On*/Off Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being operated. Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./ Sets the length of time before the 30 sec./1 min.*/ LCD monitor turns off when no 2 min./3 min. camera operation is performed. Basic Guide p. 8 Format You can also set a low level format (p.
Menu Item Print Method Options Summary/Reference Page See below*1. Auto*/ Reset All p. 25 *1The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select when borderless printing an image shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510.
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 (Set up) Menu [Reset All]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Select [OK] and press . Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations z When the camera is in shooting mode and the mode dial is set to C, only the settings saved for C mode will return to default settings. This is the only way to return C mode settings to defaults. z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset.
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 (Set up) Menu [Format]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Select [OK] and press . z To perform a low level format, use the button to select [Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark.
Shooting Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Compression)/ (Recording Pixels). * See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. Shooting z Use the or button to select recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button. z settings cannot be made in , and mode.
Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels PowerShot PowerShot A640 A630 3648 x 2736 pixels – – 3264 x 2448 pixels 2816 x 2112 pixels – – 2592 x 1944 pixels 2272 x 1704 pixels – – 2048 x 1536 pixels (Large) (Medium 1) (Medium 2) (Medium 3) (Small) or (Postcard) 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels Purpose* Printing to about A2 size High (Approx. 420 x 594 mm (16.8 x 23.8 in.)) Printing to about A3 size (Approx. 297 x 420 mm (11.7 x 16.5 in.
Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Compression Superfine Fine Normal Purpose High Quality Shoot higher quality images Shoot normal quality images Normal Shoot more images z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 133). z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (pp. 131, 132).
Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter *1 Shooting Mode *2 *1 Cannot be set in and *2 Can only be set in set. mode. However, [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be modes. You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35 mm film equivalent) are as follows. Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Standard 35 – 560 mm Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 16x with digital and optical zoom combined.
1 (Rec.) Menu [Digital Zoom] [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.4x]/[2.3x] (PowerShot A640). [Standard]*/[Off]/[1.6x]/[2.0x] (PowerShot A630). See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. z When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (p. 31). z When using [1.4x], [2.3x], [1.6x], or [2.0x] See Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 32). 2 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.
Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter 2 Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. z appears on the LCD monitor. z Depending on the number of recording pixels set, image quality may deteriorate ( and the zoom factor appear in blue). Digital Tele-Converter About 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).
Continuous Shooting *1 Shooting Mode *1 Cannot be set in and modes. In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*2, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (pp. 131, 132). *2 Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p.26) is conducted immediately before shooting. 1 FUNC.
Postcard Mode Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. 1 FUNC. Menu (Postcard). * (Recording Pixels) See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. z The recording pixels are set to (1600 x 1200) and the compression to (Fine). z The area that will not get printed in postcard size grays out.
Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when mode) is selected. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Date Stamp] [Date]/[Date & Time]. (Postcard [Off]*/ See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. z LCD monitor display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] Shooting z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p.23). z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been set.
Setting the Display Overlays Shooting Mode *1 *1 Only [Grid Lines] can be set. 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. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. 3:2 Guide Helps confirm the print area for a 3:2 print.*2 Areas outside the printable area are grayed out.
Movie Shooting Shooting Mode The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (p. 40). Standard You can select the recording pixels and frame rate 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.30).
1 Select a movie mode using the button. or z In , or mode, you can change the recording pixels and frame rate (p.40). z For and mode procedures, see Changing the Color (p. 64). 2 Shoot. z Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. z Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. z During shooting, the recording time and [zRec] appear on the LCD monitor.
Shooting z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p.26). 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 (Basic Guide p. 1). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate* when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). 1 FUNC. Menu * (Frame Rate)/ (Recording Pixels). * See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a recording pixels/frame rate and press the FUNC./SET button. Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second.
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. 1 Use the or direction. button to select a shooting Shooting The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. z You can select from the following two shooting directions.
3 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. z You can press the or button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot. z Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions will be corrected when the images are stitched together. 4 Repeat the procedure for additional images. z A sequence may contain up to 26 images. z Press the FUNC./SET button after the last shot. z You cannot display the images on a TV when shooting in Stitch Assist mode.
Program AE Shooting Mode The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. z When a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture values are shown in red on the LCD monitor when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Use the following shooting methods to obtain the correct exposure and make them show in white.
z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows. Aperture value Maximum Wide Angle Maximum Telephoto Shutter Speed (seconds) F2.8 – 3.2 15 – 1/1250 F3.5 – 4.0 15 – 1/1600 F4.5 15 – 1/2000 F5.0 – 8.0*1 15 – 1/2500 F4.1 – 4.5 15 – 1/1250 F5.0 – 6.3 15 – 1/1600 F7.1 – 8.0*2 15 – 1/2500 *1 In mode, the maximum wide angle aperture may be set as high as F11 in some shooting conditions.
Setting the Aperture Shooting Mode The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Shooting Mode You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. z When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than ±2 stops, “–2” or “+2” appears in red. * Standard exposure levels are calculated by measuring light according to the currently selected metering mode.
Selecting an AF Frame * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in and modes. The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. 1 The camera automatically selects between 9 AF frames to focus on according to the shooting conditions. Center The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is convenient for focusing accurately on your chosen subject to obtain the composition you desire.
Selecting an AF Frame Manually (when [FlexiZone] is selected) 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button several times until the AF frame turns green. z Depending on the shooting mode, you can switch between the following setting options by pressing the button.
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) Shooting Mode * *Cannot be used in mode. Shooting with the Focus Lock 1 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the viewfinder or in the AF frame displayed on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 3 Keep the shutter button pressed while you recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.
Shooting with the AF Lock * Cannot be operated in and modes. 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. 3 Press and hold the shutter button and press the button. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. z The icon and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock Press the button.
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. *Cannot be operated in 1 2 and modes. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button several times to display z The MF indicator is displayed. z When the (Rec.) menu’s [MF Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in the AF frame will appear magnified*. .
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Shooting Mode You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. You must set the flash to the flash fires. . The AE lock cannot be set if 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. 3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting. z The 4 icon will display.
Changing the shutter speed and aperture value combination The automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure to shoot images. 1 Set the shooting mode dial to . 2 3 Turn on the LCD monitor. , or Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. 4 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. z The exposure setting will lock and the appear on the LCD monitor.
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Shooting Mode You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. 1 2 3 Turn on the LCD monitor. 4 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. Press the button and select Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting. z The flash will pre-fire and 5 (flash on). icon will display.
Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode 1 FUNC. Menu * (Evaluative). See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select the metering mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. Metering Methods Shooting Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering.
Lock the spot AE point to the center of the LCD monitor/Move the spot AE point to the same position as the selected AF frame 1 (Rec.) Menu [Spot AE Point] [Center]*/[AF Point]. See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. z When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCD monitor. z When [Spot AE Point] is set to [AF Point], it appears inside the selected AF frame. The [AF Point] can only be selected when the AF frame is set to [FlexiZone] (p.47).
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation * Shooting Mode *Cannot be set in and modes. Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button several times until the exposure compensation bar is displayed. Shooting z Use the or buttons to adjust the exposure compensation and press the button.
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in and modes. Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Auto). See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button.
Custom For recording with the optimal white balance data retained in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white paper or cloth. The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors. or Using the Custom White Balance 1 FUNC.
2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press . z If you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image. If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled. However, the center frame will not appear when the zoom factor is 5.0x or higher or when is displayed. z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance.
Shooting in a My Colors Mode * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in and modes. You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Records normally. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white.
1 FUNC. Menu * (My Colors Off). See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a My Colors mode. 2 Shoot. Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 63). z Modes other than Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot. z The ISO speed will increase with some settings, which may increase the noise in the image.
Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 1 (Custom Color) . See Menus and Settings (p.18). 2 z The altered color will display. Select an item 3 Shooting Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone] and the or button to adjust it. Adjust . z This completes the setting. If you press the MENU button at this point, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode.
Changing the Color Shooting Mode ( ) ( ) Allows you to easily transform the colors in an image when shooting. This feature can be used for both still shots and movies, and offers you the enjoyment of staging image and movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, there are occasions when the image may appear rough, or you may not obtain the desired color. Therefore, before you shoot important subjects, we recommend that you shoot trial images and check the results.
Shooting in the Color Accent Mode 1 Still image: Movie: or or button button . . See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide (p. 11). Still image 2 Movie . 3 Shooting z The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color). Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. z Only one color can be specified.
z The default color accent is green. z You may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash. z The specified color accent is retained even if the camera’s power is turned off. Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) 1 Still image: Movie: Desired Color (After Swapping) or or button button . . See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide (p. 11).
2 . z The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color). Still image 3 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. –5: Only takes the color that you want to swap. +5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to swap. 4 Aim the camera so that the desired color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button.
Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When you are shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Off]*. [Save Original] [On]/ See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. z If [On] is selected, the two images will be numbered consecutively with the altered image following the original.
Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode 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. Auto {* {* High ISO Auto { { – – – ISO 80 – { { { {* {* {* – ISO 100 – { { { { ISO 200 – { { { { – { { { { – { { { { {: Available *: Default setting 1 FUNC. Menu Shooting ISO 400 ISO 800 * (Auto). See Menus and Settings (p.18). * Default setting.
Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting Mode Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustments (except in the mode), it is also possible to set it so that it fires without any adjustments. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Manual]. [Flash Adjust] [Auto]*/ See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. Compensating the Flash Adjustment / Flash Output Shooting Mode z When the shooting mode is set to , , , , or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] (p.
1 FUNC. Menu (+/– (Flash))/ (Flash Output). See Menus and Settings (p.18). z Adjust the compensation/output using the or button and press the FUNC./SET button. Example: Flash Exposure Compensation Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires Shooting Mode The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting. 2nd-curtain The flash fires right before the shutter closes.
Saving Custom Settings Shooting Mode You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the (Custom) mode. When necessary, you can then shoot images with previously saved settings by simply turning the mode dial to . Settings that are not memorized when the shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as continuous shooting or self-timer) are also remembered. 1 Switch to the shooting mode you wish to save and set the settings.
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Shooting Mode 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 (Set up) Menu [Off]. [Auto Rotate] [On]*/ See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting.
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Creates a new folder the next time you shoot Create New Folder images. To create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. Auto Create 1 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. (Set up) Menu [Create Folder]. See Menus and Settings (p.19).
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 2 Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option . z displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created. Shooting Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically be created when you record more than that number even if you are not creating new folders.
Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. 1 (Set up) Menu [File Numbering] [Continuous]*/[Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p.19). * Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
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 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.
Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 20). Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. z Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. z Approximate Location of the Displayed Area 2 Use the , , or around the image. button to move z If you press the FUNC./SET button while in magnified display, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display.
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward z Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. z Use the , , or button to change the image selection. . Selected Image Movie The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images. z Use the or button to move to the previous or next set of nine images. z Hold the FUNC.
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time. 1 Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jump to Movie Jumps to a movie. Jump to Folder Jumps to the first image of each folder. In single image playback mode, press the button.
Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press z Images with a movies. . icon are Movie Control Panel 2 Select (Play) and press . z The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. z When playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.
Slow Motion Playback (You can use the or the button to speed up playback.) button to slow down Displays the first frame Previous Frame (Rewinds if the FUNC./SET button is held down.) Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the FUNC./SET button is held down.) Displays the last frame Edit (Switches to movie editing mode.) (p. 82) z Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 97). z The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback.
2 Use the or Beginning) or button to select (Cut End) and the (Cut or button to specify the cut point ( ). z To check a temporarily edited movie, select (Play) and press the FUNC./SET button. z Selecting (Exit) cancels the edit and restores the movie control panel. 3 4 Select (Save) and press . Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press . It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the batteries run out partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved.
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° (Play) Menu 270° . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Use the or button to select an image to rotate and press to rotate it. z Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. z This also can be set in the index playback mode. z Movies cannot be rotated.
Adding My Colors Effects You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 61. 1 Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vivid Blue B/W Vivid Green Positive Film Vivid Red (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). Use the or and press .
3 Use the or button to select the My Colors type, and press . z The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. z You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./ SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non-transformed image. 4 Select [OK], and press . z The newly saved image transformed with the My Colors effect will be the last one in the list.
z The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card. z Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved. z Color in images taken using My Colors (p. 61) in shooting mode and images edited with the My Colors function in playback mode may differ slightly.
3 Select (Record) and press z The elapsed time and the remaining time display. z Pressing the FUNC./SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it again resumes recording. z Up to 1 minute of recordings can be added to any one image. . Sound Memo Panel Elapsed Time/ Remaining Time Volume (Adjust it with the or or button) Sound Memo Panel Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./ SET button. z You cannot attach sound memos to movies.
Automated Playback (Auto Play) 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 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Press . Protecting Images Playback/Erasing z During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC.
2 Use the or button to select an image to protect and press . z Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. z You can also protect images in the index playback mode. Protection Icon Erasing All Images 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 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Select [OK] and press . z To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF.
2 Use the printing. or button to select images for z Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 93). (Standard)/ (Both) Select an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the or button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). - (Index) Select an image and press the FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it. Number of Print Copies Index Print Selection z You can also select images in the index playback mode.
All the Images on a Memory Card 1 (Print) Menu [Select All Images] . See Menus and Settings (p. 19). z One copy of every image will be set to print. z Selecting [Clear All Selections] cancels all print settings. z When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC./SET button is pressed, printing will begin. 2 Select [OK] and press .
Date (On/Off*) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) 1 (Print) Menu Adds the date to the print. Adds the file number to the print. Clears all print settings after the images print. [Print Settings]. See Menus and Settings (p. 19). 2 Use the or button to select [Print Type], [Date], [File No.], [Clear DPOF data] and then Use the or button specify the settings. z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - Index [Date] and [File No.
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 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera. 1 (Play) Menu .
3 Use the or button to select an image to transfer and press . z Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. z You can also select images in the index playback mode. Transfer Selection All the Images on a Memory Card 2 Select [Mark all] and press . z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK] and press . z Images are transferred in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
Viewing Images on a TV Set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. z Open the terminal cover by slipping a fingernail under the left end and plug the AV cable in all the way. 3 VIDEO AUDIO Yellow Black 4 5 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. Turn on the camera.
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (Basic Guide p. 9). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the memory card slot/ battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 2). Batteries are loaded in the z Reload the batteries in the correct wrong direction. direction (Basic Guide p. 5). Batteries are not the right z Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 112).
When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. z When recording to, erasing from or formatting the memory card, slide the write protect tab upward (p. 114). The Date/Time menu appears. The built-in rechargeable z Recharge the built-in lithium battery lithium battery charge is low. immediately (Basic Guide p. 8). LCD monitor The display darkens.
appears. A slow shutter speed has z Raise the ISO speed (p. 69) or set likely been selected the flash to any setting other than because of insufficient (flash off), or secure the camera lighting. to something, such as a tripod (Basic Guide p. 15). appears. This displays when using a z These settings will be overwritten by memory card that has print those set by your camera (p. 91). settings or transfer settings set by other DPOFcompliant cameras. Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular.
Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 26). z If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC z Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write (p. 114). protected. LCD monitor is closed. z When the shooting mode is and in the modes, or open the LCD monitor and shoot subject. Image seen in viewfinder vs. recorded image.
Subject is out of focal range. z Shoot with the subject at the correct shooting distance (p. 126). The subject is hard to focus on. z Use the focus lock, AF lock or manual focus to shoot (p. 49). Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. z Set the flash to (Flash on) (Basic Guide p. 15). The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. z Set the exposure compensation to a positive (+) setting (p. 57). z Use the AE lock or spot metering function (pp.
Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds or may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 69). z In , , , , and modes in the mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has z This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction.
Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s z To enhance the continuous performance has dropped. shooting performance, you are recommended to low level format the memory card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer (p. 26). Recording images to memory card takes a long Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 26). Lens will not retract.
“!” displays on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped. There is insufficient free space in the camera’s builtin memory. z Try the following procedures. - Format the card with a low level format before shooting (p. 26) - Lower the recording pixels or the frame rate (p. 40) - Use a high-speed memory card (SDC-512MSH, etc.) Zoom does not operate. Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in movie mode. z Operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode (Basic Guide p. 14).
Movies do not play back correctly. Movies recorded with high recording pixels and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards. You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources. Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 26). Battery Batteries consumed quickly.
TV monitor output Incorrect video system setting. Incorrect video system setting. z Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV (p. 23). Shooting in Stitch Assist mode. z The output will not appear on a TV in Stitch Assist mode. Shoot in a different shooting mode (Basic Guide p. 11). Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not turned on.
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 to, or read from, memory card. The playback mode is starting up. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation (Basic Guide p. 5).
Naming error! The image 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 Set up 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.
Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE format. A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. Cannot modify image You attempted to apply a My Colors effect to a movie or an image recorded in a different camera.
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. Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error.
Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. / Power lamp blinks green Battery charge is low. If using the camera for an extended period, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Change the batteries Batteries are fully depleted and the camera can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately. Battery Handling Precautions z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (sold separately).
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 reduced usage time. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual. Under these conditions, restore the battery performance by warming it in a pocket immediately before use.
Handling the 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 card). Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling 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.
Formatting z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The 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.
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. To a power outlet Charge Indicator • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an outlet, or attach the power cord to the charger (CB-5AHE, not shown) and plug the other end into an outlet.
Appendix z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge all 4 of them at the same time. z Do not attempt to recharge fully charged batteries, as doing so may reduce or impair battery performance. Also, do not charge batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours.
z If you store batteries for a long period of time (about 1 year), it is recommended that you fully deplete the batteries in the camera and to then store them at room temperature (0 to 30 °C/32 to 90 °F) in low humidity. Storing them in a fully charged condition can shorten their lifespan or degrade their performance. Again, if you do not use batteries for more than 1 year, fully charge them once a year and fully deplete in the camera before storing them.
Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 2 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet. Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500 Open the terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC IN terminal.
Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N and Tele-converter TC-DC58N. In order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F. z When attaching the wide converter or tele-converter be sure to screw it on securely. If they come loose, they may fall from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury from shattered glass.
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F This is a lens adapter required for attaching the wide converter and tele-converter (58 mm thread diameter). Attaching a Lens 1 2 Be sure that the camera is turned off. Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow. Ring Release Button Ring 3 When the { mark on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring.
4 Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the { mark on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the ring release button on the camera. z To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely. z Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use.
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.
z When shooting in mode, the High-Power Flash will not fire. z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash. z Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use. z The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity. z The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items.
Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, synthetic cleansers 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 synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A640/A630 Camera Effective Pixels : PowerShot A640: Approx. 10.0 million PowerShot A630: Approx. 8.0 million Image Sensor : PowerShot A640 1/1.8-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.4 million) PowerShot A630 1/1.8-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 8.3 million) Lens : 7.3 (W) – 29.2 (T) mm (35 mm film equivalent: 35 (W) – 140 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) – f/4.
Metering System Exposure Compensation ISO Speed : Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot (Center/AF Point) : ±2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments, Safety Shift is available : Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/800 equivalent * The camera automatically selects the optimal speed when Auto or High ISO Auto is set.
Recording Media : SD memory card or SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type (Still images) : Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound Memo: 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.
* Using super high-speed memory cards (SDC-512 MSH recommended). ** Even if the clip size has not reached 1GB, recording will stop at the moment the clip length reaches 1 hour. Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording will stop after one hour of continuous recording even if the recorded data volume has not reached 1GB.
Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor On LCD Monitor (Based on the Off CIPA standard) Approx. 280 images AA-size Alkaline (PowerShot A640) Batteries Approx. (included with the 1200 images Approx. camera) 350 images (PowerShot A630) AA-size NiMH Approx. Approx. Batteries (NB-3AH 500 images 1500 images (fully charged)) Playback Time Approx. 20 hours Approx. 20 hours z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded.
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities PowerShot A640 : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels (Large) 3648 x 2736 pixels (Middle 1) 2816 x 2112 pixels (Middle 2) 2272 x 1704 pixels (Middle 3) 1600 x 1200 pixels Compression 32MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 7 29 116 12 50 194 25 103 402 10 45 176 18 75 292 38 156 603 14 61 237 27 109 425 53 217 839 30 121 471 217 839 411 1590 114 460 1777 177 711 2747 278 1118 4317 (Postcard) 1600 x 1200 pixels 53 217 839
PowerShot A630 : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression (Large) 3264 x 2448 pixels (Middle 1) 2592 x 1944 pixels (Middle 2) 2048 x 1536 pixels (Middle 3) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Small) 640 x 480 pixels (Postcard) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Widescreen) 3264 x 1832 pixels • 16MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 4 35 139 7 59 231 14 123 479 5 49 190 10 87 339 21 173 671 9 76 295 16 136 529 33 269 1041 14 121 471 26 217 839 50 411 1590 56 460 1777 88 711 2747 138
Movie : Card included with the camera 32MB 16MB Recording Frame SDC(PowerShot (PowerShot SDC-128M Pixels Rate 512MSH A640) A630) Standard 640 x 480 pixels Color Accent Color Swap 320 x 240 pixels Compact 160 x 120 pixels 15 sec. 7 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min. 9 sec. 31 sec. 15 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 8 min. 14 sec. 44 sec. 22 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 1 min. 28 sec. 43 sec. 5 min. 55 sec. 22 min. 53 sec. 3 min. 36 sec. 1 min. 47 sec. 14 min. 29 sec. 55 min. 57 sec.
PowerShot A640 2272 x 1704 pixels 2002 KB 1116 KB 556 KB PowerShot A630 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 – 558 KB – PowerShot A640 3648 x 2048 pixels 3040 KB 1847 KB 874 KB PowerShot A630 3264 x 1832 pixels 2601 KB 1540 KB 736 KB Recording Pixels Standard Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels Color Accent Color Swap 320 x 240 pixels Compact 160 x 120 pixels File size 1920 KB/sec.
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 rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Diameter x Length 14.5 x 50.0 mm (0.57 x 2.0 in.) Weight Approx. 30 g (1.06 oz.
Wide Converter WC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 0.7x Focusing Range (from front of lens) 20 cm (7.9 in.) – infinity (W)*1 Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread*2 Max. Diameter x Length 94.5 x 54.9 mm (3.72 x 2.16 in.) Weight Approx. 275 g (9.70 oz.) Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 1.75x Focusing Range (from front of lens) 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity (T)*1 Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread*2 Max.
INDEX Numerics D 1st-curtain............................... 71 2nd-curtain.............................. 71 3:2 Guide .......................... 13, 21 Date Stamp ............................ 35 Date/Time ...................... Basic 8 Detailed Display ..................... 15 Digital Tele-Converter ............ 30 DIGITAL Terminal .........................Basic 2, Basic 28 Digital Zoom ........................... 30 Direct Transfer ............. Basic 31 Disp. Overlay .........................
G Grid Lines ........................ 13, 21 H HF-DC1................................ 123 High-Power Flash ................ 123 Histogram............................... 16 I Image Data Sizes (Estimated) ............................................. 133 Image Zone .................. Basic 11 Index Playback ...................... 79 Indicator ............Basic 3, Basic 4 Interface Cable ............ Basic 23 ISO Speed ............................. 69 J Jump (Image Search) ............ 80 L Landscape .....
Overexposure Warning........... 16 P Panoramic Image ................... 41 Play Menu............................... 21 Playback .......................Basic 20 Viewing Images on a TV set ........................................... 97 Playback Information .............. 14 Playback Mode .............Basic 20 Playback Vol........................... 23 Portrait ..........................Basic 11 Power Button .... Basic 3, Basic 9 Power Saving Function........... 17 Print Menu ..............................
V Video System......................... 23 Volume................................... 22 W White Balance........................ 58 Wide Angle .................. Basic 14 Wrist Strap ..................... Basic 1 Z Zoom......................
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.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode. You can shoot with the settings saved in the mode (p. 72). Ref.
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(1) The following are the recording pixels and frame rates for (2) is the default setting in (3) is the default setting in (4) This cannot be set in , and modes. mode. (5) [Off] cannot be set. Also settings will be fixed to [Off] in (6) [On] only in (Movie) (p. 40). mode. mode. mode ([Off] cannot be set). (7) [Off] cannot be set. (8) Default settings is 0. (9) This cannot be set in or mode. (10) AF frame will be fixed to a single point at the [Center] in (11) This cannot be set in mode.
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