Camera User Guide C Y P O ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera. Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started Battery Pack NB-6L (with Terminal Cover) Y P O Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk C Using the PDF Manuals Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE Warranty Card Wrist Strap WS-DC7 “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM.
Read This First Test Shots and Disclaimer Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings .........................24 ● Shoot to match special conditions........................................54 – 56 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 54) F V At night (p. 54) Kids and pets (p. 55) w At the beach (p. 55) Y P O P Against snow (p. 56) Shoot various other scenes ’ Indoors (p. 55) Low light (p. 55) C O Foliage (p. 55) t Fireworks (p. 56) ● Focus on faces.....................................
What Do You Want to Do? 1 View ● Look at my pictures ......................................................................27 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow).............................111 ● Look at my pictures on a TV ..............................................115, 116 ● Look at my pictures on a computer ..............................................33 ● Quickly search pictures ......................................................108, 109 ● Erase pictures ............................
Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First ..................................3 What Do You Want to Do? ................4 Conventions Used in This Guide .......8 Safety Precautions.............................9 1. Getting Started ...........................................
Table of Contents Changing the ISO Speed ................ 75 Adjusting the White Balance ........... 76 Continuous Shooting....................... 77 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ................. 78 Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer ........ 79 Customizing the Self-Timer............. 80 Shooting Using a TV ....................... 81 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock.................... 81 5. Getting More Out of Your Camera......................83 7.
Conventions Used in This Guide 9. Customizing Camera Settings............. 141 Changing Camera Settings............142 Changing Shooting Function Settings .....................................148 Changing Playback Function Settings .....................................152 10.Useful Information ......................................... 153 Using Household Power ................154 Using an Eye-Fi Card.................... 155 Troubleshooting ............................
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment. • Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use. Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death. Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Safety Precautions • Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts. The above may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Safety Precautions Caution • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction. • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit.
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1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The Y P O latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera C • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera.
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. ∆ Align the o marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it in and down . Y P O Charge the battery. ∆ For CB-2LY: Flip out the plug and plug the charger into a power outlet . ∆ For CB-2LYE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet.
Charging the Battery Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken Number of Shots 250 7 Playback Time (Hours) • The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less than mentioned above. Battery Charge Indicator An icon or message will appear on the screen indicating the battery’s charge state. Display Summary Sufficient charge.
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) • • • • • • • SD memory cards (2 GB and less)* SDHC memory cards (more than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)* SDXC memory cards (more than 32 GB)* MultiMediaCards MMCplus memory cards HC MMCplus memory cards Eye-Fi Cards * This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate properly depending on the brand of card used.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Open the cover. ∆ Slide the cover and open it . Insert the battery. ∆ Insert the battery as shown until it locks into place with a click. ∆ Be sure to insert the battery in the correct direction or it will not properly lock into place. Terminals Y P O Insert the memory card. C ∆ Insert the memory card as shown until it locks into place with a click. ∆ Be sure the memory card is oriented correctly.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. ∆ Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. The battery will pop up. Remove the memory card. ∆ Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release it. The memory card will pop up. C Y P O Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 4 GB 16 GB 1471 6026 • Values are based on the default settings.
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Turn on the camera. ∆ Press the power button. The Date/Time screen will appear. Set the date and time. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to set a value. C Y P O Complete the setting. ∆ Press the m button.
Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time] in the 3 tab. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Date/Time], then press the m button. C Y P O Change the date and time. ∆ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 19 to adjust the setting. ∆ Pressing the n button will close the menu.
Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. Enter Playback mode. ∆ Press the 1 button. Display the settings screen. ∆ Press and hold the m button, then immediately press the n button. Y P O Set the display language. C ∆ Press the opqr buttons or turn the – dial to choose a language, then press the m button. Once the display language has been set, the settings screen will close.
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. Before formatting an Eye-Fi card, be sure to install the software contained on the card to a computer. Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Format].
Pressing the Shutter Button To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot. Press halfway (lightly to focus). ∆ Press lightly until the camera beeps twice and AF frames appear where the camera focused. Press fully (all the way to shoot). The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. ∆ Since the shot is being taken while the shutter sound plays, be careful not to move the camera.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels. Turn on the camera. ∆ Press the power button. The start-up screen will appear. Choose A mode. ∆ Set the mode switch to A.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focused. Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point. AF Frames Shoot. ∆ Press the shutter button fully to shoot. The camera will play the shutter sound and shoot. The image will appear on the screen for about two seconds. ∆ You can take a second picture even while an image is displayed by pressing the shutter button again.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) What if... • What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? When faces are detected, a white frame appears on the face of the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range. If the main subject moves, however, the gray frames will disappear.
Viewing Images You can view the images you have taken on the screen. Enter Playback mode. ∆ Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image. C ∆ Pressing q or turning the – dial counterclockwise will cycle through the images in the reverse order they were taken, from the newest image to the oldest. ∆ Pressing r or turning the – dial clockwise will cycle through images in the order they were taken, from oldest to newest.
Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. ∆ Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an image. C Y P O Erasing Images. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a, then press the m button. [Erase?] appears.
Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. The audio will record in stereo. If you continue shooting for a long time, the camera may become warm. This is not a malfunction. Enter E mode. ∆ Set the mode switch to E. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose E, then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose E, then press the m button.
Shooting Movies Elapsed Time Microphones Recording will start, and [ Rec] and the elapsed time will appear on the screen. ∆ Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. ∆ If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus, brightness and tone will automatically adjust. ∆ You can also zoom in and out with the zoom lever during shooting. ∆ Do not touch the microphone while shooting.
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Enter Playback mode. ∆ Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. appears on movies. Choose a movie. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose a movie, then press the m button. C Movie Control Panel Y P O Play the movie. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose (Play Movie), then press the m button. The movie will play.
Viewing Movies What if you can’t play back movies on a computer? • Install the included software (p. 34). • When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer’s capabilities. • If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly with the camera. For enhanced playback you can also connect the camera to a TV.
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Preparations Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Install the Software. Windows Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. ∆ Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Y P O Begin installation. ∆ Click [Easy Installation] and follow the onscreen instructions to proceed with the installation.
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Connect the camera to the computer. ∆ Turn off the camera. ∆ Open the cover, and insert the included interface cable's (p. 2) smaller plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown. ∆ Insert the interface cable’s larger plug into the computer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the computer. Y P O Turn on the camera. ∆ Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow.
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. • Click on the task bar. • In the screen that appears, click the link to modify the program. • Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow], then click [OK]. • Double click . Transfer and View Images ∆ Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. All images not previously transferred will transfer to the computer.
Accessories Supplied with Camera Wrist Strap WS-DC7 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery Pack NB-6L (with Terminal Cover)* Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE* Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST* Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Y P O Memory Card C *Also available for purchase separately.
Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Power Supplies AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer. Cannot be used to charge the battery inside the camera. Y P O Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE An adapter for charging Battery Pack NB-6L.
Separately Sold Accessories 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. Other Accessories HDMI Cable HTC-100 Use this cable to connect the camera to the HDMI™ terminal on a high-definition TV set.
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2 Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
Components Guide Lamp (pp. 59 – 61, 68,148) Microphone (p. 30) Lens Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 24, 29, 65) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 108, 114) Shutter Button (p. 23) Mode Switch C Power Button (p. 19) Mode Switch Flash (pp. 64, 71, 89) Speaker Tripod Socket DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 154) Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 17) Strap Mount (p. 13) Y P O Use the mode switch to change the Shooting mode. Movie Mode For shooting movies (pp. 29, 99).
Components Guide Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 44, 162, 163) Indicator (p. 45) 1 (Playback) Button (pp. 27, 31, 107) HDMI Terminal (p. 116) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) (p. 115) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 35, 134) n Button (p. 47) Control Dial C b Exposure Compensation (p. 71) / o Button e (Macro) (p. 72) / u (Infinity) (p. 72) / q Button Control Dial m FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 46) h (Flash) (pp. 64, 71, 89) / r Button l (Display) Button (p.
Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the p button. Refer to pp. 162 –163 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display Playback No Information Display C No Information Display Y P O Simple Information Display Detailed Information Display Focus Check Display (p. 113) You can also switch the display by pressing the p button while the image displays shortly after shooting.
Indicator Screen Display in Dark Conditions during Shooting The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different. Screen noise may appear and the movement of the subject may appear somewhat jagged on the screen. This has no effect on the recorded image.
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the ø menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 164). You can also use the ø menu in Playback mode. Display the ø menu. ∆ Press the m button. Choose a menu item. Available Options Menu Items ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a menu item, then press the m or r buttons. ∆ Choosing some menu items changes the screen to display further menu options. Y P O Choose an option.
MENU – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The available menu items differ depending on the mode (p. 166). Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose a tab. ∆ Press the qr buttons, or move the zoom lever (p. 42) left or right to choose a tab. Y P O Choose a menu item. C ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a menu item.
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Mute]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Mute], then press the qr buttons to choose [On]. ∆ Pressing the n button again will restore the normal screen. Y P O Adjusting the Volume Display the menu. C ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Volume]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.
Changing the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be changed in two ways. Using the Menu Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [LCD Brightness]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [LCD Brightness]. Y P O Change the brightness. ∆ Press the qr buttons to change the brightness. ∆ Pressing the n button twice will restore the normal screen. C Using the p Button ∆ Press the p button for more than one second.
Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Reset All]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Reset All], then press the m button. Y P O Reset the settings. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose [OK] and press the m button. The camera will reset to the default settings.
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Performing a low-level format on (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before performing a low-level format on the memory card. Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Format]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) • Low level formatting may take longer than standard formatting, since all recorded data are erased. • You can stop a low level format of a memory card by choosing [Stop]. When stopping low level formatting, the data will be erased but the memory card can be used without problem. Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time.
3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions Y P O This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use common functions, such as the self-timer. C • When you choose a Shooting mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings. All you need do is press the shutter button to take an optimized picture. • This chapter assumes the mode switch is set to A for the sections “Turning the Flash Off” (p.
Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Set the mode switch to 4 (p. 42). Choose the Shooting mode. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose G, then press the m button again. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose the desired mode, then press the m button. Y P O Shoot.
Shooting in Various Conditions V Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets) ∆ Lets you capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. ’ Take indoor shots (Indoor) ∆ Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light) C Y P O w ∆ Depending on the scene, the ISO speed will be set higher and the shutter speed faster than in A mode so that you can shoot in dark places with reduced camera shake and subject blur.
Shooting in Various Conditions P Take shots of people in snow (Snow) ∆ Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. t Take shots of fireworks (Fireworks) ∆ Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors. In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Additionally, if you attach the camera to a tripod, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] (p. 151).
Adding Effects and Shooting You can add various effects to images when shooting. Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose . Choose an effect level. ∆ Press the n button for more than one second. [Effect Level] will appear on the screen. C Y P O ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an effect level, then press the n button.
Adding Effects and Shooting Take Shots that Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model. Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose . Choose the area to keep in focus. ∆ Press the n button for more than one second. A white frame (the area that will not be blurred) appears on the screen. ∆ Move the zoom lever to change the frame size, and press the op buttons to change the frame position.
Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot three times, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose , then press the n button for more than one second. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose and press the n button. The camera will enter shooting stand-by, and [Smile Detection on] will appear on the screen. Y P O Point the camera toward a person.
Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot three times approximately two seconds after it detects a wink. Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose , then press the n button for more than one second. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the n button. Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway. Y P O ∆ Confirm that a green frame appears around the face of the person who will wink.
Using the Face Self-Timer Changing the number of shots In the screen that appears in Step 1, press the op buttons to change the number of shots and press the n button to make the setting. • Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. • If there are no people in the shot when the shutter button is pressed fully, the camera will shoot after a person enters the shot and winks.
Using the Face Self-Timer Press the shutter button fully. The camera will enter shooting stand-by, and [Look straight at camera to start count down] will appear on the screen. The lamp will blink and the self-timer sound will play. Join the subjects and look at the camera. When the camera detects a new face, the lamp and sound will speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire), and two seconds later the shutter will release. The second and third shots will continue in succession.
High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst) You can shoot continuously at a maximum speed of approximately 8.4 images/second while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. Recording pixels are fixed to size (1824 x 1368 pixels). Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose . Shoot. As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot successive images. Y P O • Focus, exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot.
Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. Press the r button. Choose !. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose !, then press the m button. Once set, ! will appear on the screen. ∆ To turn the flash back on, follow the steps above to return the setting to .
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 15x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 73) and the zoom factor used. Move the zoom lever toward i. ∆ Hold the lever until zooming stops.
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x or 2.3x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the combination of recording pixel (p. 73) and digital tele-converter settings used. Choose [Digital Zoom]. ∆ Press the n button.
Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 19). Choose [Date Stamp]. ∆ Press the n button. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 4 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Date Stamp]. Make the setting. C Y P O ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose [Date] or [Date & Time].
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Choose Ò. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons to choose Ò, then press the m button. Once set, Ò will appear on the screen. Y P O Shoot. ∆ Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press it fully.
4 Choosing Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. C Y P O • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. • G stands for Program AE. • Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 164 – 167).
Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. Set the mode switch to 4 (p. 42). Choose G. ∆ Choose G in Step 2 on p. 54 and press the m button. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 71 – 80). Y P O Shoot. What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange? If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are shown in orange.
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –2 to +2. Enter Exposure Compensation mode. ∆ Press the o button. Adjust the brightness. ∆ While watching the screen, turn the – dial to adjust the brightness and press the o button. The exposure compensation amount will appear on the screen. Y P O Turning the Flash On C You can make the flash fire every time you shoot.
Changing the Focus Range (Macro/Infinity) When it is difficult to focus because your shot contains subjects that are both near and far, you can change the focus range (the distance range from your subject) to focus more reliably. Choose a Focus Range. ∆ After pressing the q button, press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen. Shooting Range e u Description Y P O 3 – 50 cm*(1.2 in. – 1.6 ft.
Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from six recording pixels (image size) settings. Choose the recording pixel setting. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen. Y P O If you choose you cannot use Digital Zoom (p. 65) or Digital TeleConverter (p. 66).
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Compression Ratio Recording Pixels Single Image Number of Recordable Images Data Size 4 GB 16 GB (Approx. KB) Compression Ratio (Large) 10M/3648×2736 2565 1471 6026 1226 3017 12354 (Medium 1) 6M/2816×2112 1620 2320 9503 780 4641 19007 (Medium 2) 4M/2272×1704 1116 3352 13727 556 6352 26010 (Medium 3) 2M/1600×1200 (Small) 0.
Changing the ISO Speed Choose the ISO speed. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions.
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Choose the white balance function. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen.
Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously at a maximum speed of approximately 3.7 images/second while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. Choose a Drive mode. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose W, then press the m button. Shoot. Y P O As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot successive images. • Cannot be used with the self-timer (pp.
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. Choose My Colors. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen. My Colors Off Y P O — Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation for a vivid impression.
Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 78 to choose , then press the n button. ∆ Press the op buttons to choose an option, then press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose a value.
Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots). Choose $. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons to choose $, then press the m button. Make the setting. ∆ Press the op buttons to choose [Delay] or [Shots]. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose a value, then press the m button. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 68 to shoot.
Shooting Using a TV You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 115). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen. TV display is not available when using HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect the camera to a high-definition TV. Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock Y P O While you keep the shutter button pressed halfway, the focus and exposure are locked.
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5 Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains Y P O how to take pictures using various functions. C • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. • The sections “Setting the Shutter Speed” (p. 90), “Setting the Aperture Value” (p. 91), “Changing the Color and Shooting” (p. 95), “Shooting Stitch Assist Images” (p. 98), assume you have set the mode switch to 4 and chosen the corresponding mode.
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Choose [AF Frame]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, and then choose the [AF Frame] menu item. Press the qr buttons to choose an option. Face AiAF • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( only).
Magnifying the Focal Point You can reduce the AF frame size • Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, then choose the [AF Frame Size] menu item and [Small] option. • The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 65) or Digital Tele-converter (p. 66) is used. If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow and will appear.
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Lock the focus. ∆ Keep the shutter button pressed halfway and press the q button. The focus locks and % appears on the screen. ∆ If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the q button, % will disappear and the focus will unlock. Y P O Compose the scene and shoot.
Changing the Metering Method • The camera may not be able to focus in some conditions. • If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange. Release your finger from the shutter button, then press it again halfway. • In low light conditions, AF frames may not turn blue even after pressing the shutter button halfway. In this case, focus and exposure are locked. • The [AF-Point Zoom] option in the 4 tab is not available in Servo AF mode.
Shooting with the AE Lock You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure” Lock the exposure. ∆ Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway. When & appears, the exposure will be set. ∆ If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the o button, & will disappear and the AE will unlock. Y P O Compose the scene and shoot.
Shooting with Slow Synchro You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash. At the same time, you can use a slow shutter speed to brighten the background that the light from the flash cannot reach. Choose …. ∆ After pressing the r button, press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose …, then press the m button. Once set, … will appear on the screen. Shoot.
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Enter M mode. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose M. Make the setting. ∆ Turn the – dial to set the shutter speed. Shoot.
Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens. Enter B mode. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose B. Make the setting. ∆ Turn the – dial to set the aperture value. Shoot. Y P O Available Aperture Values F2.0, F2.2, F2.5, F2.8, F3.2, F3.5, F4.0, F4.5, F5.0, F5.3, F5.6, F6.3, F7.
Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting. Choose [i-Contrast]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, and then choose the [i-Contrast] menu item. Press the qr buttons to choose [Auto].
Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash. Choose [Flash Settings]. ∆ Press the n button, choose [Flash Settings] from the 4 tab and press the m button. Make the setting. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Red-Eye Corr.] and press the qr buttons to choose [On]. Once set, Œ will appear on the screen. Y P O Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes.
Checking for Shut Eyes When the camera detects the possibility that people have their eyes shut, appears. Choose [Blink Detection]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, and then choose the [Blink Detection] menu item. Press the qr buttons to choose [On]. Shoot. When a person with shut eyes is detected, a frame and appear. Y P O • In or $ mode, when the number of shots is set to two or more shots, this function is only available for the last image shot. • Not available in W mode.
Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, depending on shooting conditions the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition. Choose T. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose T. Y P O Press the n button for more than one second. C Recorded color The unchanged image and the Color Accent image will both display.
Changing the Color and Shooting Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Choose Y. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose Y. Press the n button for more than one second. Y P O The unchanged image and the Color Swap image will both display. ∆ The default setting is to change green to gray. C Specify the color to be swapped. ∆ Position the center frame so it is filled with the color you want and press the q button.
Changing the Color and Shooting Specify the range of colors to be swapped. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to adjust the range of colors affected. ∆ Choose a negative value to limit the range of colors. Choose a positive value to extend the range of colors to similar colors. ∆ Pressing the n button accepts the setting and restores the shooting screen. • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse.
Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. Choose x or v. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 to choose x or v. Take the first shot. The exposure and white balance will be set with the first shot. Y P O Take subsequent shots. ∆ Overlap part of the first shot when taking the second shot.
6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. C Y P O • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to E. • Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before playing back or editing movies.
Changing the Movie Mode You can choose between four Movie modes. Enter E mode. ∆ Set the mode switch to E (p. 42). Choose a Movie mode. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose E, then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a mode, and press the m button. Y P O Shoot (p. 29). E Standard Normal mode. Super Slow Motion Movie > Color Accent z Color Swap Captures fleeting moments at high-speed for playback in slow motion (p.
Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast moving subjects and play them back in slow motion. The maximum clip length you can record is approximately 30 seconds long, which will take approximately 4 minutes to play back in slow motion. The movies will be recorded at (fixed to 320 x 240 recording pixels and a frame rate of 240 frames/second). Audio will not be recorded. Choose . ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 100 to choose Elapsed Time Remaining Time . Shoot. ∆ Follow Steps 2 – 5 on p.
Changing the Image Quality You can choose between three image quality settings. Choose the image quality setting. ∆ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The setting will appear on the screen. Image Quality Table Image Quality (Recording Pixels/Frame Rate) Y P O Content 1280 x 720 pixels, 30 frames/sec.
AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2 before shooting. Focus. ∆ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ∆ After releasing the shutter button, press the o button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears. ∆ Press the o button again to release the lock. Y P O Change the exposure. ∆ While watching the screen, turn the – dial to adjust the brightness. C Shoot.
Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Functions marked with a * can be used in the same way as for still images when in , > or z. • Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p. 65) The sounds from zoom operation will be recorded. • Using the Self-Timer (p. 68)* • Changing the Focus Range (Macro/Infinity) (p. 72)* • Adjusting the White Balance (p. 76) • Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) (p.
Editing Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 31) Exit Playback Slow Motion Playback (you can use the qr buttons to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Display the first frame Previous frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.) Display the last frame * Edit (p. 105) Appears when connected to a PictBridge compliant printer (p. 134). Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details.
Editing Even if you move to a point other than a point, only the portion from the nearest to the left will be trimmed when is chosen. Only the portion from the nearest to the right will be trimmed when is chosen. The section indicated with will be the section of the movie that remains after editing. Check the edited movie. ∆ Press the op buttons to choose (Play), then press the m button. The edited movie will play. ∆ To edit the movie again, repeat Step 2.
7 Using Various Playback and Editing Functions This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Y P O • Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera. C • The edit function (pp. 128 – 132) cannot be used if the memory card does not have free space available.
Quickly Searching Images Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Move the zoom lever toward g. Images will display in an index. ∆ Move the zoom lever toward g to increase the number of images. The number of images increases each time you move the lever. ∆ Move the zoom lever toward k to reduce the number of images. The number of images will reduce each time you move the lever. Y P O Change the displayed images.
Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Searching Images Using the Control Dial Turn the control dial to quickly search images. You can also jump by the shooting date (Scroll Display). Choose an image. ∆ If you set single image playback and turn the – dial quickly, the images will display as shown on the left. ∆ Pressing the m button restores single image playback. ∆ While in Scroll Display, if you press the op buttons, you can search images by the shooting date.
Viewing Images in Filtered Playback View the filtered images. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a filter for playback, then press the m button (except for ). Filtered playback starts and a yellow frame appears. ∆ If you press the qr buttons or turn the – dial, the chosen target images will display. ∆ If you choose in Step 2, filtered playback will be canceled. Search filters Y P O Favorites Displays images tagged as favorites (p.
Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Choose .. ∆ Press the m button to choose . in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Choose a transition effect. C ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an effect, then press the m button. The slideshow will start a few seconds after [Loading image] displays. ∆ In filtered playback (p. 109), only images matching a filter play back.
Viewing Slideshows Changing the Settings You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed. You can choose from six transition effects when switching between images. Choose [Slideshow]. ∆ Press the n button, choose [Slideshow] from the 1 tab and press the m button. Make the setting. Y P O ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an item, and press the qr buttons to adjust the setting.
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame, or the area of a face that was detected, to check the focus. Press the p button, and switch to the focus check display (p. 44). A white frame will appear where the AF frame or face was when the focus was set. A gray frame will appear on a face detected during playback. The area within the orange frame appears magnified. Y P O Switch frames. C ∆ Move the zoom lever toward k once.
Magnifying Images Move the zoom lever toward k. Approximate Location of Displayed Area ∆ The display will zoom in on the image and, if you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will continue to zoom in up to a maximum factor of 10x. ∆ If you press the opqr buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area. ∆ Move the zoom lever toward g to zoom out, or continue to hold it to return to Single Image Playback. ∆ If you turn the – dial, you can switch images in the zoomed state.
Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied stereo AV cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ∆ Open the camera’s terminal cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera’s terminal. Yellow Yellow White Red Red White C ∆ Insert the cable plug fully into the video input terminals as shown in the illustration. Y P O Turn on the TV and switch it to the input to which the cable is connected.
Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV Use the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for an enhanced viewing experience. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ∆ Open the cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera’s HDMI terminal. ∆ Fully insert the cable plug into the TV’s HDMI terminal. ∆ Follow Steps 3 and 4 on p. 115 to display the images. C Y P O Operation sounds will not play when connected to a high-definition TV.
Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose four images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will choose four more images letting you enjoy the playing back of images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes. Choose . ∆ Press the m button, choose in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Four images will appear as candidates. Choose an image.
Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 28, 121). Choose :. ∆ Press the m button to choose : in the ø menu, then press the m button again. [Protected] will appear on the screen. ∆ To unlock an image, choose : in the ø menu again, and press the m button. Y P O If you format the memory card (pp. 22, 51), protected images will also be erased. Protected images cannot be erased with the camera’s erase function.
Protecting Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 118 to choose [Select] and press the m button. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. Once set, will appear on the screen. ∆ Pressing the m button once more deselects the image, and will disappear. ∆ To choose multiple images, repeat the above operation. Y P O Press the n button. Protect the image.
Protecting Images ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. Choose the ending image. ∆ Press the r button, choose [Last image] and press the m button. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. ∆ You cannot choose images before the first image. Y P O Protect images. C ∆ Press the op buttons to choose [Protect] and press the m button.
Erasing Images Protect images. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Protect] and press the m button. You can unlock the images you protected if you choose [Unlock] in Step 4, while in [Select Range], or Step 2 while in [All Images]. Erasing Images You can select images to erase. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 118) cannot be erased. Y P O Choose [Erase].
Erasing Images ∆ Pressing the m button once more deselects the image, and will disappear. ∆ To choose multiple images, repeat the above operation. Press the n button. Erase the image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose [OK] and press the m button. Select Range Y P O Choose [Select Range]. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 121 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ∆ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on pp. 119 – 120 to choose images. C Erase the image.
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in Filtered Playback (p. 109) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • Viewing Slideshows (p. 111), Protecting Images (p. 118), Erasing All Images (p. 121), Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) (p. 138) Choose ;. ∆ Press the m button to choose ; in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Y P O Choose a category.
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Using the Menu Choose [My Category]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My Category], and press the m button. Choose a selection method. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose a selection method, and press the m button. ∆ Pressing the n button will restore the menu screen. Y P O Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. C ∆ Follow Step 2 above to choose [Select] and press the m button.
Tagging Images as Favorites Select Range Choose [Select Range]. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 124 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ∆ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on pp. 119 – 120 to choose images. ∆ Press the op buttons, choose the item and press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose a type. Complete the settings. Y P O ∆ Press the op buttons to choose [Select] and press the m button. If you choose [Deselect] in Step 2, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category.
Tagging Images as Favorites Using the Menu Choose [Favorites]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Favorites], then press the m button. Choose images. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. Once set, will appear on the screen. ∆ Pressing the m button again untags the image as a favorite and disappears. ∆ To choose multiple images, repeat the above operation. C Y P O Make the setting. ∆ Pressing the n button will display [Accept changes?].
Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Choose \. ∆ Press the m button to choose \ in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Rotate the image. ∆ Press the qr buttons to rotate the image 90° in the chosen direction. ∆ Press the m button to make the setting. Using the Menu C Y P O Choose [Rotate]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Rotate], and press the m button. Rotate the image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an image.
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Choose [Resize]. ∆ Press the n button and choose the 1 tab, then choose [Resize] and press the m button. Choose an image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. Y P O Choose an image size. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option, then press the m button. The [Save new image?] screen will appear. C Save the new image.
Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Choose [Trimming]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Trimming], then press the m button. Choose an image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button. Trimming Area Adjust the trimming area. C Trimming Area Display Recorded pixels after trimming Y P O A frame will appear around the portion of the image to be trimmed.
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function • Images recorded at a pixel setting of resized as cannot be edited. or (p. 74), or images • The width and height ratio of an image that can be changed is fixed at 4:3 (for a vertical image 3:4). • The number of recorded pixels in a trimmed image will be smaller than before trimming. Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 78 for details on each menu item.
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression. You can choose from 4 levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. Corrected images will be saved as a new file. Choose [i-Contrast].
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the m button. Choose an image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an image. Correct the image. Y P O ∆ Press the m button. Red-eye detected by the camera will be corrected and a frame will appear around the corrected portion.
8 Printing This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a Canon-brand PictBridge capable printer (sold separately, Y P O p. 39). Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide.
Printing Images You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. ∆ Open the cover, and insert the cable's smaller plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown. ∆ Insert the cable’s larger plug into the printer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the printer. Y P O Turn on the printer.
Printing Images Print images. ∆ Press the m button to choose 2 in the ø menu, then press the m button again. ∆ The Print Settings screen will appear. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Print] and press the m button. Printing will start. ∆ If you want to print additional images, repeat Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed. ∆ After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable.
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) You can add images to the print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback by using the ø menu. You can print from a print list simply by connecting your camera and printer. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Easily Add Images to the Print List Choose an image. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image. Choose 2 (videos will be excluded).
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Number of copies to print Connect the camera to the printer. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 4 on p. 134. Print images. ∆ Press the op buttons, choose [Print now] and press the m button. Printing will start. ∆ If you stop the printer during printing and start again, it will start from the next print.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Print Settings You can set the print type, date and file number. These settings apply to all images chosen for printing. Choose [Print Settings].
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) • With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p. 20). Choosing the Number of Copies Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. ∆ Press the n button and choose the 2 tab, then choose [Select Images & Qty.] and press the m button. Y P O Choose an image. C ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the image and press the m button.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Select Range Choose [Select Range]. ∆ In Step 1 on p. 139, choose [Select Range] and then press the m button. ∆ Choose images according to Steps 2 and 3 on pp. 119 – 120. Make print settings. ∆ Press the op buttons, choose [Order] and press the m button. Y P O Set All Images to Print Once Choose [Select All Images]. ∆ In Step 1 on p. 139, choose [Select All Images] and then press the m button. C Make print settings.
9 Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. Y P O The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 47). Change Sounds You can change each of the camera's operation sounds. ∆ Choose [Sound Options], then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose an option. C Y P O 1 Preset sounds. (cannot be modified) 2 Preset sounds. You can use the included software to change the sounds.
Changing Camera Settings Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up image that appears on the screen when you turn on the camera. ∆ Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose an option. No start-up image. 1 Preset images. (cannot be modified) Y P O 2 Preset images. You can set recorded images, and use the included software to change the images.
Changing Camera Settings Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment. ∆ Choose [File Numbering], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Even if you shoot using a new memory card, the file numbers are Continuous assigned consecutively until an image with the number 9999 is taken/saved.
Changing Camera Settings Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 27). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.]. ∆ Choose [Lens Retract], then press the qr buttons to choose [0 sec.]. Y P O Turning Off the Power Saving Function You can set the power saving function (p. 52) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power.
Changing Camera Settings Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 52). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. ∆ Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Display Off], then press the qr buttons to choose a time. ∆ In order to save battery power, you should choose less than [1 min.].
Changing Camera Settings Set the world time zone. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [ World], then press the m button. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the – dial to choose the destination time zone, then press the m button. ∆ You can also set the daylight saving time as in Step 1. Choose the world time zone. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [ World], then press the n button. will appear in the [Time Zone] or shooting screen (p. 162).
Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode switch to 4 and the mode to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 47). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 164 – 167). Turning Off the AF Assist Beam The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp.
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting You can change the length of time the images display right after shooting. ∆ Choose [Review], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. 2 – 10 sec. Displays images for the set time. Hold The image displays until you press the shutter button halfway. Off No image displays Y P O Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays right after shooting.
Changing Shooting Function Settings Displaying the Overlay You can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for postcard size prints. ∆ Choose [Disp. Overlay], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Grid Lines A grid overlays the display. 3:2 Guide Gray bars will appear on the top and bottom of the display. This area will not print when printing on paper with a 3:2 aspect ratio.
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the IS-Mode Settings ∆ Choose [IS Mode], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Image stabilization is always on. You can confirm the result directly Continuous on the display, which makes it easier to check the composition or focus. Shoot Only Image stabilization is only active at the moment of shooting. Image stabilization only counters up and down motion. This option is recommended for shooting objects moving horizontally.
Changing Playback Function Settings You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 47). Choosing the Image that First Displays in Playback ∆ Choose [Resume], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. C 152 Last seen Resumes with the image last viewed. Last shot Resumes with the most recently shot image.
10 Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit and Eye-Fi card (both sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of Y P O functions and items that appear on the screen. The index also appears at the end.
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Turn off the camera. Insert the coupler. ∆ Open the cover (p. 17) and insert the coupler as shown until it locks into place with a click. ∆ Close the cover (p. 17). Terminals Y P O Plug the cord into the coupler. ∆ Open the cover and fully insert the plug into the coupler. C Connect the power cord.
Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service. Image transfer is a function of the Eye-Fi card.
Using an Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information You can check the Eye-Fi card's access point SSID, or connection status. Choose [Connection info]. ∆ Press the n button, then choose [Eye-Fi Settings] from the 3 tab, and press the m button. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the – dial to choose [Connection info], then press the m button. The Connection info screen will appear. Y P O Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer You can set the card to disable Eye-Fi transfer. C Choose [Disable] in [Eye-Fi trans.].
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened. • • • • Confirm that the battery is not depleted (p. 15). Confirm that the battery is properly inserted (p. 17). Confirm that the memory card/battery cover is securely closed (p. 17).
Troubleshooting Even when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus. • If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus. Subject is too dark. • • • • Set the flash to h (p. 71). Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 71). Adjust the image with i-Contrast (pp. 92, 131).
Troubleshooting Shooting movies Correct shooting time does not display, or stops. • Format the memory card in the camera, or use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds. Even when the shooting time does not display properly, the recorded video will be the length that it was actually shot (pp. 30, 102). appeared on the screen and shooting ended automatically. The camera’s internal memory was insufficient. Try one of the following: • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p.
List of Messages That Appear on the Screen If error messages appear on the screen, try one of the following solutions. No memory card • The memory card is not installed in the correct direction. Install the memory card in the correct direction (p. 17). Memory card locked • The SD memory card, SDHC memory card or SDXC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “LOCK”. Unlock the write protect tab (pp. 16, 17).
List of Messages That Appear on the Screen Invalid selection range • When choosing the selection range (pp. 119, 122, 125, 140), you tried to choose a starting image that was after the last image or you tried to choose an ending image that was before the starting image. Exceeded selection limit • You chose more than 998 images in print settings. Choose less than 998 images (p. 139). • Print settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again (p. 139).
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation* White Balance (p. 76) My Colors (p. 78) i-Contrast (p. 92) Drive Mode (p. 77) Camera Shake Warning (p. 157) Metering Methods (p. 87) Compression (Image Quality) (pp. 73, 102) / Recording Pixels (p. 73) Still Images: Recordable shots (pp. 15, 74) Movies: Remaining Time/ Elapsed Time (pp. 30, 102) C * Y P O Eye-Fi Connection Status (p. 155) AF Frame (p. 84) Spot AE Point (p.
Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Print List (p. 136) My Category (p. 123) Shooting Mode (p. 42) ISO Speed (p. 75) ND Filter (p. 26) White Balance (p. 76) Histogram (p. 45) Compression (Image Quality) (p. 73) / (Movies) (p. 102) Recording Pixels (p. 73) Eye-Fi Transfer Complete (p. 155) Y P O Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Metering Methods (p. 87) Folder Number – File Number (p. 144) Displayed image number / Total number of images Shutter Speed (p.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 4 Shooting Mode A Function Exposure Compensation (p. 71) B M G I F { { { { { V { — — — — — — — AE Lock /Exposure Shift (p. 103) — — AE Lock (p. 88)/FE Lock (p. 88) — { { { — — { — — { { { { h — { { { { { { … ! *1 { *1 { — *1 — { { { { { { { e — { { { — — — Flash (pp. 64, 71, 89) Focus Range (p. 72) u AF Lock (p. 86) { { { { { { { — { { { — — — — { { { — — — Y P O FUNC.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 4 ’ E w O P t { { { { { { TY — { { { { { { vx E { — — >z — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — { — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — { { { { — { { { { { { { — — — — — { { { { — — { { { { { { — { — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — { — — — { { { { { { { { { { { { { { — — — — — — — { — { — — — — — — { { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
Menus 4 Shooting Menu 4 Shooting Mode A Function AF Frame (p. 84) AF Frame Size (p. 85) Digital Zoom (p. 65) B M G I F V { Face AiAF { { { { { { Center — { { { { { { Normal/Small — { { { — — — Standard { { { { { { { Off { { { { { { { Y P O Digital Tele-converter (1.4x/2.3x) { { { { { { { AF-Point Zoom (p. 85) On/Off { { { { { { { Servo AF (p. 86) On/Off *2 { { { { { { AF-assist Beam (p.
Menus 4 ’ E w O P t { { { { { { TY { — — { { { — — *1 *1 *1 { — — — { — { { — { { { { { — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — { { { { — — — — — { { { { — { — — { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { — — — { { { { { { { { — — — — { { { *4 { { { { { { { { { — { — C { { { { — { { — — — — *3 *3 — — — — — — — — { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { { — { { {
Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Options/Summary Ref. Page Mute On/Off* p. 48 Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). p. 48 Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. p. 142 Hints & Tips On*/Off p. 142 LCD Brightness Set within a range of ±2. p. 49 Start-up Image Add an image as start-up image. p. 143 Format Formats memory card, erasing all data File Numbering Continuous*/Auto Reset p. 144 Create Folder Monthly*/Daily p. 144 Lens Retract 1 min.*/0 sec. p.
Menus 1 Playback Menu Item Options/Summary Ref. Page Slideshow Plays back images automatically. p. 111 Erase Erases images. p. 121 Protect Protects images. p. 118 Rotate Rotates images. p. 127 Favorites Tag or untag images as favorites. p. 125 My Category Categorizes images. p. 123 i-Contrast Corrects dark portions and contrast in still images. p. 131 Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in still images. p. 132 Trimming Trims portions of still images. p.
Handling Precautions • This camera is a high-precision electronic device. Do not drop it or subject it to strong impacts. • Never place the camera close to magnets, motors or other devices that generate strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. • If water droplets have fallen onto, or dirt is stuck on the camera or screen, wipe with a dry soft cloth or eyeglass wiper. Do not rub or apply force.
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels.......... Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor ......................... 1/2.3-inch type CMOS (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.6 million) Lens ........................................... 4.9 (W) – 18.6 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 105 (T) mm f/2.0 (W) – f/5.3 (T) Zoom Magnification ................ Approx. 3.8x (Up to approx. 15x in combination with the digital zoom) LCD Monitor............................ 3.0-inch type TFT LCD color monitor Approx.
Specifications Recording Media .....................SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus memory card, HC MMCplus memory card File Format ..............................Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant (version 1.1) Data Type ...............................Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movies: MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio data: Linear PCM) (Stereo) Number of Recording Pixels (Still images)........
Specifications Battery Pack NB-6L Type........................................ Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Voltage.................................... 3.7 V DC Capacity.................................. 1000 mAh Charging cycles ...................... Approx. 300 times Operating temperature............ 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions ............................. 34.4 x 41.8 x 6.9 mm (1.35 x 1.65 x 0.27 in.) Weight..................................... Approx. 21 g (0.74 oz.
Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ........................................... 150 A AC Adapter Kit ............................. 38, 154 Accessories.......................................... 37 AE Lock........................................ 88, 103 AF Frames ........................................... 25 AF J Focus AF Lock ................................................ 86 AV Cable ................................................ 2 B C Camera Shake .............................
Index Filtered Playback ............................... 109 Fireworks (Scene Mode)...................... 56 Fish-eye Effect (Scene Mode) ............. 57 Flash Off ................................................... 64 On ................................................... 71 Slow Synchro .................................. 89 Focus AF Frame Mode .............................. 84 AF Frames ...................................... 25 AF Lock ........................................... 86 AF-Point Zoom .........
Index P Package Contents J Accessories Panoramic Photos................................ 98 Personal Printing Guide ......................... 2 PictBridge........................................... 134 Playback Button ............................. 27, 43 Playback J View Playback With Transition Effects ....... 114 Portrait ................................................. 54 Postcard Size ....................................... 74 Power J Battery, AC Adapter Power Saving .......................
Index W White Balance...................................... 76 Wide (Recording Pixels) ................ 73, 74 Wink Self-Timer ................................... 60 World Clock ....................................... 146 Wrist Strap J Strap Z Zoom........................................
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