ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 252 – 261).
Confirming the Package Contents The following items are included in the package. If something is missing please contact the retail outlet at which you purchased the product.
Let’s Get Started! 1 Let’s Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. First... Getting Started p. 9 This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next... Learning More p. 39 Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos.
2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a or procedures. are lists or charts that summarize camera functions Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting Still Images (A Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Erasing.
Table of Contents 3 h Using the Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 e Shooting Close-ups (Macro/Super Macro) . . . . . . . . . . 73 Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Changing the Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) . . . . . . . . . . 81 Changing the Compression (Still Images) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Table of Contents Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Shooting in a My Colors Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Changing the Colors and Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) . . . . 152 C Saving Custom Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Registering Functions to the c Button . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Setting the World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Level Formatting Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating an Image Destination (Folder). . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Auto Rotate Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resetting Settings to Their Default Values . . . . . . . . . . .
6 About this Guide About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide 72 hUsing the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Raise the flash ll p. 296 Mode: Shooting ( Playback ( )/ ) Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes. : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
Please Read 7 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.
8 Please Read 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. This is not a malfunction. About the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder The LCD monitor and viewfinder are produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.
9 Getting Started zPreparations zShooting Still Images zViewing Still Images zErasing zPrinting zShooting Movies zViewing Movies zDownloading Images to a Computer zSystem Map
Getting Started 10 Preparations Preparations Installing the Batteries and Memory Card 1. Slide the cover lock (a) and hold it open while sliding the cover (b) and opening it (c). Open the cover (c) Cover Lock Slide the cover in the direction shown (b) 2. Install four batteries. Negative end (–) Positive end (+) Positive end (+) Insert the four supplied AA-size alkaline batteries. 3. Close the cover (d), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (e).
Preparations Getting Started To Remove the Batteries 11 Open the cover and remove the batteries. Take care that you do not drop the batteries. Installing the Memory Card 1. Slide the cover (a) and open it (b). 2. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect Tab (only SD and SDHC memory cards) • Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked (only SD and SDHC memory cards). • Check the card for the correct orientation.
Getting Started 12 Preparations 3. Close the cover (c) and slide until it clicks (d). Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction. To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. Attaching/Removing the Lens Cap Press both sides of the lens cap (a), and remove it (b).
Preparations 13 Pull the strap tight in the buckle so that it does not slip. Perform the same steps on the other side of the camera. You can also clip the lens cap to the strap. In order to avoid dropping the camera, we recommend attaching the neck strap before using the camera. Opening the LCD Monitor You can use the LCD monitor to compose pictures before shooting, operate menus or play back images. You can position the LCD monitor in the following ways. 1. Move it right or left. 2.
Getting Started 14 Preparations 3. Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body until it clicks into place. When the LCD monitor clicks into place, the image will display normally (not reversed). Always keep the LCD monitor closed with the display facing the camera body when the camera is not in use. When you push the LCD monitor until you hear the clicking sound, the LCD monitor will automatically turn off, and the image will display in the viewfinder.
Preparations 15 Use the following procedures to display the Date/Time settings menu, and then perform Steps 2 and 3 on the previous page. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the (Set up) menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Date/Time]. 4. Press the button. The date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of the lithium date/time battery is depleted (p. 278). Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages.
Getting Started 16 Preparations Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. ON/OFF Button Button Buttons MENU Button Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images (p. 199) and sound data recorded with the sound recorder (p. 197). 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Select [Format]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3.
Shooting Still Images 17 Button Shutter Button ON/OFF Button Viewfinder Mode Dial Indicator 1. Press the ON/OFF button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. However, when switching to the viewfinder display and starting, the start-up image is not displayed and there is no startup sound. • Pressing the ON/OFF button again turns the power off. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 3. Aim the camera at the subject.
Getting Started 18 Shooting Still Images 5. Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Movement of the camera or subject while the shutter sound is playing may result in blurred images. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image is being displayed.
Viewing Still Images 19 Button Control Dial Buttons 1. Press the 2. Use the (Playback) button. or button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed, but they will appear coarse. • You can also select images by using the control dial. Turning it counterclockwise displays the previous image while turning it clockwise displays the next image.
Getting Started 20 Erasing Erasing Button Button Control Dial Buttons Button 1. Press the 2. Use the press the (Playback) button. or button to select an image to erase and button. You can also select images by using the control dial. 3. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button. To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
Printing 21 Button Buttons Button Control Dial Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal Button 1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer. • Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the terminal. • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. 2.
Getting Started 22 Printing 4. Use the press the or button to select an image to print and button. • The button will blink blue and printing will start. • You can also select images by using the control dial. • After you finish printing, turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable. This camera does not allow you to insert the shooting date into an image while shooting (date stamping). However, you can use the following method to imprint the date while printing.
Printing 23 You can add images directly to a print list by merely pressing the button immediately after shooting or playing back an image. You can then print the images from the print list easily, when connecting the camera to a printer. Add to the Print List 1. Press the button (still images only). 2. Add to the print list. 1. Use the or button to select the number of print copies. 2. Use the or select [Add]. 3. Press the button to button.
Getting Started 24 Shooting Movies Shooting Movies No matter what position the mode dial is in, you can shoot movies just pressing the movie button. Sound can be recorded in stereo. Movie Button ON/OFF Button Microphone 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Sounds such as from pressing buttons will be recorded in the movie.
Shooting Movies 25 Getting Started 3. Press the movie button to shoot. • Recording starts. • During recording, the elapsed recording time and [zRec.] will display in the LCD monitor. Elapsed Time 4. Press the movie button again to stop recording. • The indicator will blink red and the data will be recorded onto the memory card. • Max. Clip Size: 4 GB*. • Sound is recorded in stereo.
Getting Started 26 Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Button Button Buttons Control Dial 1. Press the 2. Use the the (Playback) button. or button to display a movie and press button. • Images with a icon are movies. • You can also select images by using the control dial. 3. Use the or button. button to select • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie. • You can adjust the playback volume with the or button.
Downloading Images to a Computer 27 We recommend using the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Getting Started 28 Downloading Images to a Computer Macintosh OS Computer Model CPU RAM Still Image Movie Still Image Movie Interface Free Hard Disk Space Display Mac OS X (v10.4 – v10.5) The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel Processor Core2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher Mac OS v10.5 : 512 MB or more Mac OS v10.
Downloading Images to a Computer 29 Getting Started Macintosh Double-click the icon in the CDROM window. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. 2. Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB port and to the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the terminal. USB Port DIGITAL Terminal Interface Cable 3.
Getting Started 30 Downloading Images to a Computer 4. Open CameraWindow. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow appears. Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.
Downloading Images to a Computer 31 Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time (p. 28). Button Button Buttons MENU Button 1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. • The button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. Direct Transfer Menu 2. Press the button.
Getting Started 32 Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer. New Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred. DPOF Trans. Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images with DPOF Transfer Order settings.
Downloading Images to a Computer or and press the button to select images to download button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. 3. Press the MENU button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera’s power is turned off.
Getting Started 34 System Map System Map Speedlite 220EX Speedlite 430EX II*5 Speedlite 580EX II*5 Supplied with Camera Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 Lens Hood LH-DC50 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Neck Strap NS-DC7 Lens Cap Stereo Video Cable STV-250N*1 Wireless Controller WL-DC300 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×4) Lithium Battery (CR2025) for Wireless Controller Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*4 Battery Charger CB-5AH/ CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of
System Map 35 Getting Started Canon Brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers*2 *3 (SELPHY series) Memory Card USB Card Reader Inkjet Printers*2 HDMI Cable HTC-100 High-Definition TV Video IN Terminal USB Port Audio IN Terminal (R/L) TV/Video Windows/Macintosh *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *3 This camera can also be connected to the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300.
Getting Started 36 System Map Accessories (Sold Separately) The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • EX-Series Speedlites Speedlites for Canon EOS models. Subjects are optimally illuminated for crisp, natural images. • Speedlite 220EX/430EX II*/580EX II* * Speedlite 430EX and 580EX may also be used.
System Map 37 • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to an inkjet printer*. * Refer to your inkjet printer user guide. • Stereo Video Cable STV-250N Use this cable to connect the camera to a TV set. Sound is recorded in stereo. • HDMI Cable HTC-100 Use this cable to connect the camera to the HDMI™ terminal on a high-definition TV set.
Getting Started 38 System Map Direct Print Compatible Printers Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera’s controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Inkjet Printers For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
39 Learning More
40 Components Guide Front View a Zoom Lever (pp. 67, 158) b c d e f g h i j k Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) Shutter Button (p. 17) Strap Mount (p. 13) ON/OFF Button/Power Lamp (pp. 17, 24) Remote Sensor (p. 262) Flash (p. 72) Microphone (pp. 24, 196, 197) Speaker Lamp (AF Assist Beam: p. 55, Red-Eye Reduction Lamp: p. 113, Self-Timer Lamp: p.
41 Back View Components Guide a Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 62) b Viewfinder (p. 62) c HDMI OUT Mini Terminal (p. 233) d DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 21, 29) e DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 269) f A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) Terminal (p. 231) g Terminal Cover h Memory Card Slot Cover (p. 11) i Battery Cover (p. 10) j Cover Lock (p.
42 Controls a (Print/Share) Button (pp. 21, 31, 154) b (Flash)/ (Microphone) Button (pp. 72, 196, 197) c (Aspect Ratio) Button (p. 80) d Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 63) e Hot Shoe (p. 270) f Movie Button (pp. 24, 90) g Mode Dial (pp. 17, 24, 89) h (Playback) Button (pp. 19, 26) i (Exposure)/ (Jump) Button (pp. 139, 162) j (AF Frame Selector)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (pp. 20, 120) k FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 47) l MENU Button (p. 48) m Indicator (p. 45) n DISP. (Display) Button (p.
43 Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equivalent to pressing the button (it is equivalent to pressing the or button with some functions). You can perform the following operations when you turn the control dial. Operation is carried out using the control dial. The Shooting Functions • • • • • • • • • Selecting the shooting modes (p. 97) Selecting items in / / (pp. 72, 75, 110) Selecting items in the FUNC. menu (p.
44 Using the 1 Button The button can turn the camera on/off and switch between the shooting/playback modes. Shutter Button ON/OFF Button Button Turning the Camera Off Shooting Mode Press the ON/OFF button Press the button Press the ON/OFF button Press the shutter button halfway Press the button Playback Mode Lens retracted* Lens extended * The amount of time before the lens automatically retracts can be set in [Lens Retract] in the (Set up) menu (p. 59).
45 The power lamp and the indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions. • Power Lamp Orange : Shooting mode Green : Playback mode/Printer connection Yellow : Computer connection • Indicator Blinking Red : Image recording/reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Never do the following while the indicator on the back blinks red. These actions may corrupt image data. - Shake or jolt the camera.
46 Displaying the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting. a Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. b In a shooting/playback mode, hold the FUNC./SET button down for more than one second. If you hold the camera horizontally, it displays the time. If you hold it vertically, the time and date display.
47 Basic Operations FUNC. Menu ( Button) This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. 1 2 5 3 4 • This example shows the FUNC. menu in mode. 1 2 3 4 5 Set the mode dial to the shooting mode you want to use. Press the Use the button. or button to select a menu item. Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes. Use the or button to select an option for the menu item. • Items showing the icon can be changed with the DISP. button.
48 Rec., Play, Print, Set up, My Camera and My Menu (MENU Button) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Set up) Menu (My Camera) Menu (Rec.) Menu (My Menu) Menu 1 2 5 You can switch between menus with the or button. 3 4 • This example shows the Rec. menu when in 1 2 3 4 5 mode. Press the MENU button. Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. • The following menus are displayed.
49 Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor (Viewfinder) and Menus p. 296 Shooting Mode Histogram (p. 52) bc Battery Charge Indicator e d f g Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame h j k l m Remaining Time/ i a Av/Tv bar Camera Shake ( (p. 239) Elapsed Time (Movies)*2 Buffer Warning*1 Recordable Shots s r q p on (Stills)*2 Shutter Speed, Aperture Value Exposure Level Indicator (p. 106) ) Information Displayed Setting Method White Balance or Recording FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) a Pixels, etc.
50 Information Displayed l Macro ( Setting Method )/Super Macro ( ) Drive Mode m( ) n Manual Focus ( o Create Folder ( p button / button ) MF button ) MENU button (Set up menu) Exposure Compensation ( … ) q Exposure Shift Bar ( r Grid Lines, 3:2 Guide s AE Lock/FE Lock button ) button MENU button (Rec. menu) button *1 This is not normally displayed.
51 Playback Mode (Detailed) Battery Charge Indicator t Displayed image number/ Total number of images File Size Recording Pixels (Stills)/ Recording Length (Movies) Shooting Date/Time Histogram vu Information Displayed t u button, MENU button (Print menu) (Playback) i-Contrast/ Red-Eye Correction/Trimming/Resize/ My Colors ( ) Protection Status ( ) Image with Sound Memo ( v w Setting Method Print List ) MENU button (Play menu) button Compression (Still Images)/Recording Pixels (Still Images),
52 z Information for images shot with 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 (detailed display) or the viewfinder (detailed display). - When using the detailed display mode during playback. Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of an image.
53 Settings using the , , Menu Item , MF, Options / button Reference Page p. 72 Exposure Compensation … p. 136 Macro/Super Macro p. 73 Manual Focus p. 129 ISO Speed p. 86 Drive Mode pp. 75, 110, ( will also display in movie 262 mode.) FUNC. Menu Menu Item Options White Balance Reference Page p. 141 My Colors p. 144 Bracket pp. 132, 138 Flash Compensation/ Flash Output p. 112 Metering Mode p.
54 Rec. Menu * Default setting Menu Item AF Frame Options Summary/ Reference Page Face Detect*/Center ( / / / : FlexiZone*/Face Detect) p. 120 AF-Point Zoom On/Off* p. 115 Servo AF On/Off* p. 126 AF Mode Continuous*/Single p. 119 4:3 Standard*/Off/2.3x p. 68 16:9 Standard*/Off/2.0x Digital Zoom Flash Control Flash Mode Auto*/Manual Flash Exp. Comp –2 to 0* to +2 Flash Output Minimum*/Medium/Maximum Shutter Sync. 1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain Slow Synchro On/Off* p.
55 Menu Item Options Summary/ Reference Page On*/Off p. 129 Safety MF On*/Off p. 130 AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 40 Review (Rec. Review) Off/2* – 10 seconds/Hold You can set the length of time images display after being shot (p. 18). Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus Check p. 117 Save Original On/Off* p. 151 Reverse Disp. On*/Off p. 13 Auto Category On*/Off p. 152 (Still image) Continuous*/Shoot Only/ Panning/Off p.
56 Play Menu Menu Item Reference Page Slide Show p. 179 My Category p. 164 Erase p. 203 Protect p. 199 i-Contrast p. 190 Red-Eye Correction p. 185 Trimming p. 167 Resize p. 194 My Colors p. 192 Sound Recorder p. 197 Rotate p. 177 Transfer Order p. 217 Resume p. 19 Transition p.
57 Print Menu Menu Item Options Displays the print menu. Select Images & Qty. Configures print settings for individual images as you view them. Select Range Selects a range of sequential images and makes print settings for all the images in that range. Select by Date Configures print settings for images corresponding to the selected date. Select by Category Configures print settings for images in the selected category. Select by Folder Configures print settings for images in the selected folder.
58 Set up Menu Menu Item * Default setting Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds (except for when the battery or memory card slot cover is opened during recording). Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on.
59 Menu Item LCD Brightness Options (Normal)*/ (Bright) Summary/Reference Page Power Saving Auto Power Down On*/Off Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./ 3 min. Time Zone p. 219 Home*/World Date/Time Clock Display p. 220 p. 14 0 – 5* – 10 sec./ 20 sec./30 sec./ 1 min./2 min./3 min. Format p. 46 p. 16 (You can also select a low level format (p. 223).) File Numbering Continuous*/ Auto Reset p.
60 Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Video System NTSC/PAL p. 231 Print Method Auto*/ See below. Reset All p. 230 Print Method The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select when printing the following types of images using the Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510/CP520/CP530.
61 My Camera Menu * Default setting Menu Item Reference Page Basic Operations Theme Options Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on. Operation Sound Sets the sound played when any button other than the shutter button is pressed. Selftimer Sound Sets the sound played 2 seconds before the shutter releases in self-timer mode.
62 The LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Display Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Also, closing the LCD monitor causes the viewfinder to display. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor (Viewfinder) and Menus for details (p. 49). (The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.) Shooting Mode (The screens that display vary depending on the [Custom Display] settings (p. 65).
63 Playback Mode or Rec. Review (Right After Shooting) Standard Display* * Playback mode only Focus Check* Detailed Display * Still image only z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 158), or index playback mode (p. 159). z If the surroundings are too bright (for example, when you are shooting outdoors) and images on the LCD monitor are not clear, use the viewfinder for shooting.
64 Night Display When shooting at dusk or during the evening when the dark surroundings make it difficult to view the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, the camera’s “night view” option displays the subject brightly in the LCD monitor. This will allow you to compose a shot even in dark environments (this setting cannot be turned off). * Although noise may appear and the movement of the subject shown on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder may appear somewhat jagged, there is no effect on the recorded image.
65 Customizing Display Information Available Shooting Modes p. 296 LCD/Viewfinder Select whether to enable or disable each of the display ( / / / ) modes for the LCD ( / ) and the viewfinder ( / ). The display switches between each enabled display mode with each press of the DISP. button (p. 62). A display mode that is disabled will not appear when you press the DISP. button. Shooting Info Displays shooting information (p. 49). Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts.
66 2 Select [LCD/ Viewfinder]. 1. Use the , , button to select or . Viewfinder LCD monitor or , , • Sets LCD monitor display mode after the DISP. button is pressed. Current active display • If you do not wish to change the display mode, press the FUNC./SET button to display ( / / / ). • You cannot add to the current active LCD/Viewfinder icon. 3 Make settings. 1. Use the , , or button to select the items you wish to display. 2. Press the button to place a 3 mark. 3. Press the MENU button.
67 Commonly Used Shooting Functions You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See p. 43. Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 28 (W) – 560 (T) mm (aspect ratio 4:3) and 29 (W) – 580 (T) mm (aspect ratio 16:9) focal length in 35mm film equivalent terms. 1 Press the zoom lever toward or . Focus range (approx.) Zoom bar • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject. • Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject.
68 Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. The options available for selection vary depending on the aspect ratio setting (p. 80).
69 About the Safety Zoom Recording pixels Optical zoom The color of the zoom bar White ( ) Digital zoom Yellow ( ) Zone without deterioration Blue ( ) Zone with deterioration Commonly Used Shooting Functions Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration.
70 Shooting with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels. The zoom factor appears in blue.
71 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select an option • The following options are available depending on the aspect ratio setting. 4:3 : [2.3x] 16:9 : [2.0x] 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Adjust the zoom level with the zoom lever and shoot.
72 hUsing the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 2 p. 296 Raise the flash manually. Press the button. 1. Use the or button to change the flash mode. : [Auto] : [On] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p. 112). 3 When you are not using the flash, lower the flash until it closes. • (flash off) appears in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder).
73 e Shooting Close-ups (Macro/Super Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 1 Press the button. Zoom range for Macro shooting Out of zoom range for • Press and hold this button for macro Max. Max. more than one second for shooting wide angle telephoto (yellow bar) Super Macro mode ( appears on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder). • When using the zoom in macro mode, a yellow bar appears below the zoom bar to indicate the range in which the camera cannot focus in macro mode to Focus range (approx.
74 Focusing distance and image area when shooting as close to the subject as possible Zoom level Focusing distance When shooting as close to the subject as possible Image area 155 × 113 mm (6.1 × 4.4 in.) (Aspect ratio 4:3) Maximum 10 – 50 cm wide angle (3.9 in. – 1.6 ft.) 163 × 88 mm (6.4 × 3.5 in.) (Aspect ratio 16:9) Maximum wide angle (fixed)* 0 – 10 cm (0 – 3.9 in.) 28 × 20 mm (1.1 × 0.79 in.) (Aspect ratio 4:3) 30 × 15 mm (1.2 × 0.59 in.
75 Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 10 sec. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp Self-Timer and sound speed up. Shoots 2 seconds after you press the shutter button. • The self-timer sound beeps quickly when you press the 2 sec. Self-Timer shutter button and the shutter releases 2 seconds later. You can change the delay time (0 – 10, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (1 – 10).
76 , 1 , Select [Drive Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the 2 button. Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Self-Timer]. 2. Use the set. 3. Press the or button to button. 4. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to select the self-timer mode. • Pressing the MENU button while this screen is displayed will display the [Drive Settings] screen in Step 2. 4 Shoot.
77 Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( 1 ) Select [Drive Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the 2 button. Make settings. 1. Use the or to select [Self-Timer], and the or button to select . 2. Use the or button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and the or button to change the settings. 3. Press the button. 4. Press the MENU button. If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following occurs.
78 (Using the FaceSelf-Timer) 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or select . 2 button to Set the number of shots. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. 4. Use the or button to select [FaceSelf-Timer]. 5. Use the a value. 6. Press the or button to set button. 7. Press the MENU button. • You can set the number of shots by pressing the MENU button while the screen in Step 1 is displayed.
79 4 Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • The camera prepares to shoot, and the “Look straight at camera to start count down” message appears. • The self-timer lamp will blink and self-timer sound will beep. Have the other subject enter the composition and face the camera. • When the new face is detected, the blinking of the self-timer lamp and the self-timer sound speed up, and the shutter releases approx. 2 seconds later.
80 Changing the Aspect Ratio Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can change the aspect ratio for images while shooting. When you select the 16:9 aspect ratio, you can shoot images in a size that is suited for playback on a high-definition TV or printing on wide size paper. 1 Press the button. (Aspect Ratio) • The aspect ratio switches between 4:3 and 16:9 with each press of the button. 4:3 16:9 • See Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) (p. 81) when shooting still images.
81 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 1 Set the aspect ratio. • Changing the Aspect Ratio (p. 80) 2 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the recording pixels. Commonly Used Shooting Functions The recording pixels available for selection vary depending on the aspect ratio setting.
82 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Aspect Ratio Recording Pixels Large Medium 1 4:3 Medium 2 Medium 3 Small 16:9 Widescreen Widescreen 10M 3648 × 2736 6M 2816 × 2112 4M 2272 × 1704 2M 1600 × 1200 0.3M 640 × 480 8M 3840 × 2160 Purpose* High Printing to about A2 size (Approx. 420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23.4 in.)) Printing to about A3 size (Approx. 297 × 420 mm (11.7 × 16.5 in.)) Printing to about A4 size (Approx. 210 × 297 mm (8.3 × 11.7 in.
83 Changing the Compression (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes Select a compression setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine Fine Normal Purpose High Quality Shoot higher quality images. Shoot normal quality images. Normal Shoot more images. See Memory Cards, Estimated Capacities and Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 287).
84 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions without a flash. Options Display on the LCD monitor* Summary – Off Continuous Shoot Only Panning You can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) since the IS mode runs continually.
85 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select the image stabilizer settings. z Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds. Use the Auto ISO Shift (p. 87), or fix the camera to a tripod. When you shoot still images with the camera attached to a tripod, we recommend you set [IS Mode] to [Off]. When you shoot movies with the camera attached to a tripod, we recommend you set [IS Mode] to [Continuous]. z If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected.
86 } Adjusting the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 296 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. 1 Select an ISO Speed. 1. Press the ISO button, and use the or button to change the setting. • When you select (Auto) or (High ISO Auto), the camera sets the optimal ISO speed for the light level when shooting.
87 Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto ISO Shift) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 z In , or mode, it will not function when the flash fires. z Depending on shooting conditions, the camera shake warning icon ( ) may continue to display even if the ISO speed is increased. 1 Select [Auto ISO Shift]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Auto ISO Shift]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or select [On]. button to 2. Press the MENU button.
88 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • When 4 is displayed, the button lights in blue. Press and hold the shutter button halfway, then press the button. • The ISO speed after adjustment is displayed. • While pressing the shutter button halfway, pressing the button again will return the ISO speed to its original condition. • When the AE lock (p.
89 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial Creative zone Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting (p. 97). : Portrait : Landscape : Night Snapshot : Sports : Special Scene : Night Scene : Sunset : Snow : Fireworks : Aquarium : Color Accent : Indoor : Foliage : Beach : Long Shutter : ISO 3200 : Color Swap : Stitch Assist (p. 108) : Movie (pp.
90 E Movie Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Regardless of the mode dial position, you can shoot movies* by just pressing the Movie button, until the memory card is full. You can also shoot movies while using effects such as Color Accent, Color Swap, and My Colors. When the aspect ratio is set to 4:3, you can select the number recording pixels (p. 93). When the aspect ratio is set to 16:9 (p. 80), you can shoot movies in full high-definition. Sound is recorded in stereo.
91 1 Press the Movie button to shoot. z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in this camera to shoot movies (pp. 16, 223). z Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone (p. 40). - If you press a button, the sound of the button being pressed will also be recorded. - The camera will automatically adjust the exposure and white balance to suit the shooting conditions during recording.
92 z You can perform the following operations when shooting a movie (you can also set them before shooting when the mode dial is set to ). - AF lock: If you press the MF button, auto focus will be fixed at the current state. The icon and MF indicator appear on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder), and you can confirm the distance between the subject and lens. You can cancel by pressing the MF button again. - Manual focus (p.
93 Changing Movie Recording Pixels (Aspect Ratio 4:3) Recording Pixels 30 frames/sec. 320 × 240 30 frames/sec. Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press the button. The number of recording pixels and frame rate for are fixed at 1920 × 1080 pixels and 30 frames/sec. respectively. mode z See Memory Cards, Estimated Capacities and Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 287).
94 Shooting Still Images while Shooting a Movie You can shoot a high quality still image* while shooting a movie. * The recording pixels and compression will be the same as those for still images of the selected aspect ratio. 1 While shooting a movie, press the shutter button halfway to focus. • Press the shutter halfway so the camera can focus and set exposure for the still image. The electronic sound does not play. During this process, movie shooting continues.
95 Setting the Recording Functions Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The microphone level (sound recording level) for movie, sound memos (p. 196) and sound recorder (p. 197), and Wind Filter (p. 197) can be set. Select [Audio]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or select [Audio]. 4. Press the 2 button to button. Set the microphone level. 1. Use the or button to select [Mic Level]. 2. Use the or button to select [Auto] or [Manual].
96 3 Set the wind filter. 1. Use the or button to select [Wind Filter]. 2. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 3. Press the MENU button. • Recommended to set to [On] when the wind is strong. • When set to [On], displays in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). z When [Auto] is set, recording volume is automatically adjusted to reduce sound distortion. z Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound will result when used to record in locations with no wind.
97 Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 296 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. 1 , , or (Special Scene) Set the mode dial to or . , , , mode 1. Use the control dial to select the scene mode. Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects.
98 Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Sports Shoots continuous images with autofocus. Well suited for shooting moving subjects. Night Scene Allows you to capture people against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The flash is directed at the person and the shutter speed is slow, so both the person and the background can be beautifully shot.
99 Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure. Long Shutter By setting the shutter speed to between 1 and 15 seconds, you can shoot with long exposure. Press the button, turn the control dial to set the shutter speed, and press the button again. To prevent camera shake, stabilize the camera using a tripod, for example. In addition, using flash may result in over exposed images.
100 ISO 3200 Selects the highest possible ISO speed (3200, twice the ISO 1600 speed) and increases the shutter speed to minimize blurring of moving subjects and camera shake, even in low light conditions. in the Recording pixels are fixed at ( aspect ratio 16:9 mode). Color Accent Use this option to have only the color specified in the screen remain and to transform all others to black and white (p. 147). Color Swap Use this option to transform a color specified in the screen into another (p. 149).
101 G Program AE Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the ISO speed, exposure compensation and white balance. Set the mode dial to 2 Shoot. . z When a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture values are shown in red on the LCD monitor when the button is pressed halfway.
102 M Setting the Shutter Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 296 When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject, while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas. 1 2 Set the mode dial to . Configure the shutter speed. 1. Use the control dial to change the shutter speed.
103 z The shutter speed, zoom and aperture value have the following relationship. z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/500 second*. Therefore, even if the shutter speed is preset to a speed higher than 1/500 second, the camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/500 second during shooting. * When using an external flash, see pp. 271, 272. Shutter Speed Display z The following shutter speeds can be set. 1/160 indicates 1/160 second. Also, 0"3 indicates 0.
104 B Setting the Aperture Available Shooting Modes p. 296 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 the aperture) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
105 z The maximum shutter speed with synchronized flash is 1/500 second*. Therefore, even if an aperture value is preset, the aperture value may automatically be reset to match the synchronized flash speed. * When using an external flash, see pp. 271, 272. F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.6 F5.7 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0 z You can change the combinations of aperture values and shutter speeds without altering the exposure (p. 134).
106 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture D Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. 1 2 Set the mode dial to . Configure the shutter speed and aperture setting. 1. Press the value. button to select the shutter speed or aperture 2. Use the control dial to change the shutter speed or aperture value. • When using the control dial, the bar or displayed and the value can be changed.
107 3 Shoot. * The correct exposure is calculated by measuring the brightness according to the selected metering method. • When you press the button, the shutter speed or aperture value will automatically shift to obtain the correct exposure (except when the icon is selected). When the shutter speed is selected, the aperture value will change. When the aperture is selected, the shutter speed will change.
108 L Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. 1 2 Set the mode dial to . Select the shooting direction. 1. Use the control dial to select a shooting direction. You can select from the following five shooting directions.
109 3 Shoot the first frame of the sequence. • The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image. Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • You can press the , , or button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot. (When shooting clockwise, you can retake the entire image.) • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. 5 Repeat the procedure for additional images.
110 Various Shooting Methods You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See p. 43. W Continuous Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Focus while shooting Display on the LCD monitor*1 Fixed*2 Recorded image Continuous Approx. 4.0 images/sec. You can shoot continuously at a short shooting interval. Continuous Shooting AF Approx. 1.1 images/sec.
111 2 Shoot. • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released. To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to display . z z z z , will be the default setting. cannot be set. In and Manual Focus modes, will not display ( can be selected). AF frame will be set to [Center] in mode (p. 120). Rec. Review (p. 18) will not be displayed in and modes. Cannot be set while in the Focus Bracketing or AEB mode.
112 Setting the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can make detailed built-in flash and external flash* settings to fit the shooting conditions. * See Setting the Externally Mounted Flash (p. 273). Built-in Flash Settings Menu Item Summary Note Flash Mode When set to [Manual], you can control the flash output in the or shooting mode. – Flash Exp. Comp Flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in the range of –2 to +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments.
113 Menu Item Summary Note Using Slow Synchro increases the chances for camera shake. Use of a tripod is recommended. Red-Eye Corr. Automatically searches for and corrects red eyes in the image when the flash fires. – Red-Eye Lamp This feature reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red. The red-eye reduction lamp lights green before the flash fires.
114 Displaying and Setting [Flash Control] 1 Select [Flash Control]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Flash Control]. 3. Press the button. • [Flash Control] can also be displayed by the following methods. - Press the button for more than one second. - When changing the flash mode, press the MENU button (p. 72). 2 Make settings. Example in P mode 1. Use the or button to select the option. 2. Use the or button to make the setting. 3. Press the MENU button twice.
115 Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. The AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting. When you want to capture people’s expressions, set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect]. When you want to check the focus while shooting in Macro mode, set [AF Frame] to [Center] or [FlexiZone]. 1 Select [AF-Point Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
116 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 120). [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will appear zoomed. [Center] : The center of the image will appear zoomed in the LCD monitor. [FlexiZone] : The area within the AF frame will appear zoomed. 4 Press the shutter button fully to shoot.
117 Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check people’s expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when Face Select and Track (p. 120) or AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p. 120). You are recommended to set [Review] to [Hold] in the menu in advance. Select [Review Info]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Review Info].
118 3 Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. Orange frame contents • Frames are displayed as follows. Frame color Content Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom right. White Indicates the AF frames or the positions of faces that were focused when shooting. • The orange frame can be shown at a different magnification, moved or switched to a different frame (p. 161). To Cancel the Focus Check: Press the shutter button halfway.
119 Switching between Focus Settings Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can set the AF mode. The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is aimed at Continuous even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities. 1 The camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway, conserving battery power. Select [AF Mode]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [AF Mode]. 2 Make settings. 1.
120 Selecting an AF Frame Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure*1 and white balance*2. In addition, the camera meters the subject so that the face is Face Detect correctly illuminated when the flash fires. *1 Only in evaluative metering mode (p. 139) *2 Only in (p. 141) 1 Center The AF frame will be fixed to center.
121 The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green: Shooting preparations complete - Yellow: Focusing difficulty ([Center] or [FlexiZone] option) - No AF frame: Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] option) Face Detect Feature maximum of three faces. At this point, the frame the camera judges to be the main subject appears in white while the others appear in gray. When the shutter button is pressed halfway and the camera focuses, up to 9 green AF frames may appear.
122 Moving the AF Frame ([FlexiZone] Selected) The AF frame can be moved manually allowing you to focus precisely on the desired area of your subject. 1 Press the button. • The AF frame will display in green. 2 Move the AF frame using the control dial and press the button. • You can move the AF frame to the position you wish to set using the , , or button. • The AF frame will move back to its original position (center), if you hold down the button.
123 Changing the AF Frame Size ([FlexiZone] selected) You can change the size of the AF frame to match the size of the subject. When your target subject is small or when you want to focus on a specific portion of the subject, you can decrease the size of the AF frame to shrink the area of focus. 1 Press the button. • The AF frame will display in green. Press the DISP. button. Normal • Each time you press the DISP. button, the AF frame settings will switch between normal and small.
124 Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. Set the AF frame mode to [Face Detect] in advance (p. 120). 1 Select a face to focus on. 1. Press the button while faces are detected by the camera. • The camera enters face select mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject displays in green.
125 3. Press the 2 button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). • Holding the button pressed will release the face detection mode. Press the shutter button halfway. 3 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. In the following cases, the face select mode will be canceled.
126 Shooting with Servo AF Available Shooting Modes p. 296 With Servo AF, the focus remains on a subject for as long as the shutter button is pressed halfway, so you do not miss opportunities to capture a moving subject. 1 Select [Servo AF]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Servo AF]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or select [On]. button to 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the shutter button halfway.
127 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Shooting with the Focus Lock 1 2 3 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame displayed on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Keep the shutter button pressed halfway while you recompose the image. Press the shutter button fully to shoot the image.
128 3 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock: Press the MF button. When [Servo AF] (p. 126) is set to [On], AF lock cannot be used. z In z z z z mode, you cannot enable AF lock using the method on p. 127. Instead, you can use AF lock by registering to [Set Shortcut button] (p. 154). The AF frame does not appear in the mode, so be sure to point the camera at the subject on which you want to focus.
129 Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. 1 Press the MF button to display . MF Indicator * Can also be set so that the image displayed is not magnified (p. 55). Also when using , digital zoom or while displaying the image on a TV, the display magnification is not available. • With each press of the button, the settings that can be configured with the control dial in each shooting mode will change as follows.
130 2 Use the control dial and adjust the focus. • The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a shooting guideline only. To Cancel the Manual Focus: Press the MF button. You cannot change the AF frame setting while focusing manually. Cancel the manual focus mode, then change the AF frame setting. Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto Focus (Safety MF) First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then from that focus position the camera automatically focuses more accurately.
131 Setting the Safety MF 1 Select [Safety MF]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Safety MF]. Make settings. 1. Use the or select [On]. button to 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Focus the camera with the manual focus, then press the shutter button halfway. • The camera focuses to a more accurate focusing point. 4 To shoot, press the shutter button fully.
132 Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 The camera automatically takes three shots: one at the manual focus position, and one each with focus positions preset farther and nearer. The three shots are taken at the same interval as continuous shooting (p. 110). The farther and nearer focus positions can be set in three steps: large, medium and small. The Focus-BKT mode is not available when shooting with the flash on.
133 Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 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. 1 Confirm that the flash is lowered. 2 3 is displayed. Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The exposure setting will lock and 4 will display.
134 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 (Program Shift). 1 2 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The exposure setting will lock, and will display on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder).
135 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Raise the flash. In mode press the (flash on). button and select • If you are using an externally mounted flash, please refer to its manual for setting instructions. 3 4 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure.
136 b Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background. 1 2 Press button to display the exposure compensation bar. Adjust the exposure compensation. 1.
137 In movie mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled (p. 92). Shooting while Brightening Dark Areas (i-Contrast) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 1 Select [i-Contrast]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [iContrast]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or select [Auto]. button to 2. Press the MENU button. i-Contrast is not available when shooting still images while shooting movies. z Depending on the scene being shot, the compensation results may not be as expected.
138 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots at the same interval as continuous shooting (p. 110). The images are shot in the following order: Standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure. 1 Select AEB. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and use the or button to select . 3. Press the DISP. button. 2 Adjust the compensation range. 1.
139 Switching between Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes p. 296 1 Change the metering mode. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Select the button. Various Shooting Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering.
140 Moving the Spot AE Point to the AF Frame/ Centering the Spot AE Point 1 Select [FlexiZone]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [AF Frame]. 3. Use the or button to select [FlexiZone]. 2 Select [Spot AE Point]. 1. Use the or button to select [Spot AE Point]. 3 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Center] or [AF Point]. 2. Press the MENU button.
141 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies.
142 Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) • Shooting close-ups (Macro) 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and use the or button to select .
143 z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to z z z Various Shooting Methods z and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). When taking a white balance data reading at close range while using flash, you may not be able to obtain proper exposure.
144 Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Sepia Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white.
145 / 1 / / / / / / / / / Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. button. (Setting the Custom Color Mode) 1 Select 1. Press the 2. Use the select with the . button. or button to and choose or button. Various Shooting Methods 3.
146 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the DISP. button. 2. Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone]. 3. Use the or button to adjust the setting. Select an item Adjust • The adjustment results display. • If you press the DISP. button, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode. 4. Press the button. • Return to the shooting screen to shoot.
147 Changing the Colors and Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 296 Use this option to have only the color specified in the Color Accent screen remain and to transform all others to black and white. Use this option to transform a color specified in the screen into another. The specified color can only be Color Swap swapped into one other color, and multiple colors cannot be chosen. You cannot switch between the LCD monitor display and the viewfinder display.
148 2 Press the DISP. button. • 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). 3 Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) and press the button. • Only one color can be specified. • You can use the or button or the control dial to specify the range of the colors that are retained.
149 Shooting with Color Swap Mode 1 Select Desired Color (After Swapping) . 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select . 2 Press the DISP. button. • 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).
150 3 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) and press the button. • Only one color can be specified. • You can use the or button or the control dial to specify the range of colors that are changed. –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 (or the viewfinder) and press the button.
151 Saving Original Images Not only can you save images with altered colors when shooting still images with the Color Accent or Color Swap modes, but you can also choose to save the original images (before the color change). 1 Select [Save Original]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the MENU button. You cannot save the originals of still images taken while shooting a movie in Color Accent or Color Swap mode.
152 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. People 1 For images shot in or mode, or images with faces detected when in face select mode or [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in , , or Events For images shot in , , , mode. , or mode. Select [Auto Category]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
153 C Saving Custom Settings Available Shooting Modes p. 296 1 Switch to the shooting mode you wish to save and set the settings. • Functions which can be saved in . - Shooting mode ( , , , ) - Items which can be set in , , and modes (pp. 101 – 107) - Rec. menu settings - Zoom location - Manual focus location - My Menu settings • To change some of the settings saved in (other than shooting mode), select , and set again. 2 Select [Save Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
154 3 Register. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. 3. Press the MENU button. z The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. z Saved settings can be reset (p. 230). Registering Functions to the c Button Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. Menu Item Menu Item Page – Red-Eye Corr. Light Metering p. 139 Digital Tele-converter p. 71 White Balance p.
155 2 Make settings. 1. Use the , , or button to select the function you wish to register. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the MENU button. To Cancel the Shortcut Button: Select in Step 2. Using the 1 Press the • • • • • • Button button. , , : Each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched. , : The corresponding setup screen is displayed. : Each press of the button records the white balance data.
156 Setting My Menu Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can quickly access commonly used menu items from a single screen by registering them in My Menu. You can also configure My Menu to appear immediately after pressing the MENU button in shooting mode. 1 Select [My Menu settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [My Menu settings]. 4. Press the 2 button. Select the menu items to register. 1.
157 3 Change the order in which menu items are displayed. 1. Use the or select [Sort]. 2. Press the button to button. 4. Press the button. 5. Use the or button to move the menu item. 6. Press the button. 7. Press the MENU button. 4 Set a default view. 1. Use the or button to select [Set default view]. 2. Use the or select [Yes]. button to • [Yes]: When pressing the MENU button, [My Menu] will be displayed. • [No]: When pressing the MENU button, [Rec. Menu] will be displayed. 3.
158 Playback/Erasing In playback mode, you can select images with the control dial. Turning it counterclockwise selects the previous image while turning it clockwise selects the next image. Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 19). k Viewing Magnified Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . • A magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Approximate location of the displayed area 2 Use the , the image.
159 g Viewing Images in Sets of 12 (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward . Movie Selected Image To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward . Switching between Sets of 12 Images The jump bar will display if you press the button while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of 12 images. • Pressing the zoom lever toward also switches the display. • Use the or button or control dial to move to the previous or next set of 12 images. • Hold the FUNC.
160 Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed. Displaying the Focus Check 1 Press the DISP. button several times until the Focus Check displays. • Frames are displayed on the image as follows. Frame color Orange Description Displays an area of the image at bottom right.
161 Changing the Display Magnification and Display Position 2 Press the zoom lever toward . • Bottom right of the screen will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressing the zoom lever. • You can change the display position by using the , , or button. • If the number of focused AF frames or detected faces is 1 or 0, the orange frame returns to its original position when you press the FUNC.
162 d Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jump to My Category Jumps to the first image of each folder sorted by the Auto Category (p. 152) or My Category (p. 164) functions. Jump to Folder Displays the first image in each folder. Jump to Movie Jumps to a movie.
163 3 Display the Images. , , Selected 1. Use the or button to select date, category or folder for playback. • The camera will switch to defined playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback to the images corresponding to the search key. • Press the button to cancel defined playback mode. , , Selected 1. Press the or button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the setting. • Press the FUNC./SET button to switch to defined playback mode when is selected. A blue frame displays.
164 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Category information recorded with the [Auto Category] function (p. 152) can be edited. You can also organize one image into multiple categories. The following operations can be performed if the images are sorted into categories. • Image searches (p. 162) • Slide Show (p. 179) • Protect (p. 199) • Erase (p. 203) • Configure print settings (p.
165 [Select] 3 Categorize the images. 1. Use the or button to select images to categorize. 2. Use the or button to select a category. 3. Press the button. [Select Range] 3 Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first image in the range to categorize. 3. Press the button. Playback/Erasing • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
166 4 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to select [Last image]. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range to categorize. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image. • Up to 500 images can be selected. 5 Select a category. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select a category. 6 Make settings. 1. Press the [Select]. 2. Press the button to select button.
167 Trimming a Portion of an Image You can trim a required portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming is only possible at the same aspect ratio as that of the image. The aspect ratio is fixed to the aspect ratio set when shooting (p. 80). 1 Select [Trimming]. 1. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the 2 button. Select an image. Trimming Frame 1. Use the or button to select an image for trimming. 2. Press the button.
168 3 Adjust the trimming frame. Resolution After Trimming • You can change the size of the trimming frame using the zoom lever. However, the resolution of the saved image will differ according to the size of the trimmed image. • You can change the position of the trimming frame using the , , or button. • Press the DISP. button to change the vertical/horizontal orientation of the trimming frame. • If a face is detected, a gray frame appears around the face displayed in the top left screen.
169 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or select [Yes]. 3. Press the button to button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. Playback/Erasing , or images, and images recorded in cannot be trimmed. z Some images shot with another camera may not be trimmed. z The resolution of a trimmed image will be less than before trimming.
170 Viewing Movies 1 Display a movie. 1. Use the or select a movie. 2. Press the button to button. • Images with a movies. 2 icon are Play the movie. 1. Use the or select . 2. Press the Movie Control Panel button to button. • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume Playback Progress Bar when you press the button Time movie was shot again. Volume Level • When playback ends, the (Adjust it with the button) or movie stops at the last frame displayed.
171 Operating the Movie Control Panel Ends playback and returns to single image playback. Print An icon will display when a printer is connected*.See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Starts playback. Slow Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback. First Frame 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. Last Frame Displays the last frame.
172 Enhancing Your Movie Viewing Experience Depending on the environment on your computer when viewing movies, playback may not be smooth due to frame loss and audio may be choppy. By using a memory card reader and copying the movie data back onto a memory card, you can play back the movies smoothly on the camera. Furthermore, you can enhance your movie viewing experience by connecting the camera to your TV. When you copy the movie data back onto a memory card, be sure to use the supplied software.
173 4 5 Remove the memory card from the card reader, and insert it into the camera. Connect the camera to your TV (pp. 231, 233), and play back the movies (p. 170). Macintosh 1 Start ImageBrowser. 2 Insert a memory card in the memory card reader. • Confirm that the memory card is recognized. 3 Copy the movies onto the memory card. 1. Click the movie you want to copy. • You can select multiple movies by holding down the Shift or Command key while clicking. 2.
174 Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1second increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long cannot be edited. 1 Select [Edit]. 1. In the movie control panel, use the or button to select . 2. Press the button. • The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display.
175 2 Edit the movie. Movie Editing Panel 1. Use the or button to select (Cut Beginning) or (Cut End). 2. Use the or button to specify the cut point ( ). 3 Select [Save]. 1. Use the 2. Press the or button to select button. . Playback/Erasing • While moving the cut point Movie Editing Bar using the or button, is displayed at each 1 second interval, allowing you to cut the movie at the indicated point.
176 4 Save the file. 1. Use the , , or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is canceled. • [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. The pre-edit data is lost. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be selected.
177 Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 270° Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the 2 button. Rotate the image. 1. Use the 2. Press the or button to select an image to rotate. button. • Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. • This also can be set in the index playback mode.
178 Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right. 1 Select [Transition]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 2 Make settings. 1.
179 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 209). All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order. Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order. My Category Plays the images in the selected category in order. 1 Plays images in a specified folder in order. Movies Plays movie files only, in order. Stills Plays still images only, in order.
180 2 Select a playback method. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the slide show type. • , , : Press the FUNC./ SET button to select a date, category or folder to be played back (p. 182). • – : Press the FUNC./SET button to select the images to be played back (p. 183). • If you want to add a transition effect to play back images, use the button to select [Effect] and choose the type of effect with the or button (p. 181). 3 Start the slide show. 1. Press the 2.
181 Transition Effects You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image. Portions of the new image move horizontally, then the image expands to display the full image.
182 Select a date/category/folder to play back ( , ) 1 , Select a playback method. 1. Use the or button to select , or . 2. Press the 2 button. Select images to play back. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/ folder to playback. 2. Press the • • • • button. A 3 will appear on selected images. To cancel the selection: Press the FUNC./SET button again. Multiple selections can be made for the date/category/folder.
183 Selecting Images for Playback ( – ) Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. 1 Select a playback method. 1. Use the or button to select , or . • When you set , the icon will change to and will display. and will change in the same way when they are set. 2 Select images to play back. 1. Use the or button to select images to play back. 2.
184 Selecting All Images 1. After selecting – in Step 1, use the button to select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./ SET button. 3. Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./ SET button. To deselect all images, select [Reset]. Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings • Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3 – 10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds.
185 Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. We recommend that you use [New File] to save corrected images. 1 Select [Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the 2 button. Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the button.
186 3 Correct the image. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Start]. 2. Press the 4 button. Save the image. 1. Use the , , or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. • [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image. The uncorrected image is erased. • When [New File] is selected, proceed to Step 5.
187 z Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. z Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the RedEye Correction function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.
188 Add Correction Frame 1 Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the button. • A green frame will display. 2 Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the , , or button to move the frame. • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever. 3 Add additional correction frames. 1. Press the button. • A correction frame is added and the frame color changes to white. • If you wish to add additional frames, adjust the position and press the FUNC.
189 Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the Select a frame you wish to remove. 1. Use the or button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. 3 Delete the frame. 1. Press the button. • The selected frame will disappear. • To continue deleting frames, repeat operations from Step 2. • When you finish deleting frames, press the MENU button. Playback/Erasing 2 button.
190 Brightening Dark Areas (i-Contrast) You can automatically detect and brighten dark areas in an image, and then save it as a new image. 1 Select [i-Contrast]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the 2 button. Select the image to brighten. 1. Use the or button to select an image. 2. Press the 3 button. Select the brightness compensation level. 1. Use the or button to select the option. 2. Press the button.
191 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • If you wish to continue compensating of another image, repeat operations from Step 2. Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or select [Yes]. 3. Press the button to button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. z Depending on the image, the picture quality may drop and the compensation results may not be as expected.
192 Adding Effects with the My Colors Function 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. 144. 1 Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vivid Blue B/W Vivid Green Positive Film Vivid Red Select [My Colors]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the 2 button. Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image.
193 3 Select a My Colors type. 1. Use the or button to select the My Colors type. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • The newly saved image transformed with the My Colors effect will be the last one in the list. • To continue adding effects to other images, repeat the procedures from Step 2 onward. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or select [Yes]. 3. Press the button to button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu.
194 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. 144) in shooting mode and images edited with the My Colors function in playback mode may differ slightly. Resizing Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings.
195 3 Select a resolution. 1. Use the or button to select a resolution. 2. Press the button. • If a resolution cannot be selected due to a lack of free space on the memory card, Save the image. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. The original image will remain. • If you wish to continue resizing of another image, repeat operations from Step 2. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or select [Yes]. 3.
196 Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format (stereo). 1 Press the button while playing back images. • The sound memo control panel will display. 2 Record. 1. Use the or select . 2. Press the button to button. • The elapsed time and the remaining time display. Sound Memo Panel • Pressing the FUNC./SET Elapsed Time/ button pauses the recording.
197 Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one time. 1 Select [Sound Recorder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the 2 button. Record a sound. 1. Use the or select . 2. Press the Sampling Rate button to button. • Recording time will be displayed. • When pressing the FUNC./ Sound Control Panel SET button, recording will Available Recording Time pause. Pressing the button once again will resume recording.
198 Sound Recorder Panel Use the button. or button to select an option and press the FUNC./SET Exit Returns to the menu screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording, playback. Play Use the or button to select a sound to play and press the FUNC./SET button. Rewind Holding down the FUNC./SET button rewinds. The sound cannot be heard while rewinding. Fast Forward Holding down the FUNC./SET button fast forwards. The sound cannot be heard while fast forwarding.
199 Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. You can configure the protection settings for each image singly while viewing them. Select Range You can select a first and last image and protect all the images in the range. Select by Date You can protect the images from a specified date. Select by Category You can protect the images in a specified category. Select by Folder You can protect the images in a specified folder.
200 [Select] 3 Protect the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the Protection Icon setting. • To continue protecting other images, repeat the procedure. • You can also protect images in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to complete the setting. [Select Range] 3 Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2.
201 4 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range. button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image. • Up to 500 images can be selected. 5 Protect the images. 1. Press the [Protect]. 2. Press the button to select button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen.
202 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 3 Select the images. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to protect. 2. Press the button. • A 3 will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • If a portion of the images are already protected, appears gray. • You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. • Use the or button to confirm each date, category or folder image. 3. Press the MENU button. 4 Protect the images.
203 [All Images] 3 Protect the images. 1. Use the or select [Protect]. 2. Press the button to button. You may cancel the operation by pressing the FUNC./SET button during [Protect] mode. Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Select Erase images after selecting them one at a time.
204 1 Select [Erase]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the 2 button. Select an erasure method. 1. Use the or button to select an erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2. Press the button. [Select] 3 Select the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to erase. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. 3.
205 4 Erase the image. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. 3 Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first image in the range to erase. 3. Press the button.
206 4 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image. • Up to 500 images can be selected. 5 Erase the images. 1. Press the [Erase]. 2. Press the button to select button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2.
207 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 3 Select the images. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to erase. 2. Press the button. 4 Erase the images. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. Playback/Erasing • A 3 will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
208 [All Images] 3 Erase the images. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. z Pressing the FUNC./SET button while erasing is in progress cancels the procedure. z Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the memory card (pp. 16, 223).
209 Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See p. 43. Setting the DPOF Print Settings z The specified print settings are also applied to the Print List (p. 23). z The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings. . z The icon may display for a memory card with print settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
210 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the or button to select the menu. 4. Use the or button to select [Print Settings]. 5. Press the 2 button. Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select an option. 2. Use the or button to specify the settings. 3. Press the MENU button. z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - [Index]: [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time.
211 Single Images Configures print settings for single images as you view them. Select Range For picking a first and last image and printing all the images in the range. Select by Date Configures print settings for images corresponding to the selected date. Select by Category Configures print settings for images in the selected category. Select by Folder Configures print settings for images in the selected folder. Select All Images Configures print settings for all images.
212 [Select Images & Qty.] 2 Select the images. Selection methods differ depending on the Print Type settings (p. 209). Standard ( )/Both ( ) 1. Use the or button to select the images. 2. Press the Number of Print Copies button. 3. Use the or button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). 4. Press the MENU button. Index ( ) 1. Use the or button to select the images. Index Print Selection 2. Select and deselect with the button. 3. Press the MENU button.
213 [Select Range] 2 Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first image in the print range. 3 button. Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
214 4 Configure the print settings. 1. Press the [Order]. 2. Press the button to select button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the print settings for the selected range of images.
215 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 2 Select the images. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to print. 2. Press the button. 3 Configure the print settings. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Stop] cancels print settings of the selected image. Print Settings/Transfer Settings • A 3 will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC.
216 [Select All Images] 2 Configure the print settings. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels print settings of the selected image. [Clear All Selections] 2 Deselect the images. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels the operation. z Images are printed in order according to the file number.
217 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera. Select [Transfer Order]. 1. Press the button. 2.
218 Single Images 3 Select an image to transfer. Transfer Selection 1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3. Press the MENU button several times. Mark all 3 Transfer images. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. 3. Press the MENU button several times. z Images are transferred in order according to the file number.
219 Configuring the Camera Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the ON/OFF button again to restore power. Shooting mode: Approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
220 The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Setting the Home/World Time Zones 1 Select [Time Zone]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3.
221 3 Select an area as home. 1. Use the or button to select a home time zone. 2. Press the button. • To set the daylight saving option, use the or button to display advance by 1 hour. 4 Select 2. Press the 5 (World). button to select button. Select a destination area. 1. Use the or button to select a destination time zone. 2. Press the button. • As in Step 3, you can set daylight saving time. Time Difference from the Home Time Zone Configuring the Camera 1. Use the . .
222 Switching to the Destination Time Zone 1 Select [Time Zone]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Time Zone]. 4. Press the 2 Select button. (World). 1. Use the or select . button to 2. Press the MENU button twice. • To change the destination time zone, use the FUNC./SET button. • When you switch to the destination time zone, will display. If you do not select a home time zone beforehand, you cannot configure the destination time.
223 Low Level Formatting Memory Cards We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data (including protected images (p. 199) and sound data recorded with the sound recorder (p. 197)). 1 Select [Format]. 1. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the or select [Format]. 4. Press the 2 button to button. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [Low Level Format].
224 Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. Continuous A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* * When a blank memory card is used.
225 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder.
226 Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto Create new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and time. Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1.
227 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the 2 button. Make settings. 2. Use the or button to select [Time] and the or button to select a time. 3. Press the MENU button. • displays in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
228 Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). 1 Select [Auto Rotate]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Auto Rotate]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 2.
229 When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.
230 Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 Select [Reset All]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Reset All]. 4. Press the 2 button. Make settings. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. z When returning the registration contents to the default setting, turn the mode dial to to operate. z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset.
231 Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied Stereo Video Cable STV-250N to shoot or playback images using a TV. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the stereo/video cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. 3 Plug the other ends of the stereo/video cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. To the Video IN Jack Plug (Yellow) To the Audio IN Jack Plug (Left) (White) To the Audio IN Jack Plug (Right) (Red) 4 5 Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.
232 z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 60). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others z If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly. z High-definition TV can also be connected.
233 Connecting to a High-Definition TV Using the HDMI Cable (Sold Separately) By using the HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a high-definition TV and enhance your viewing experience. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the camera to the TV. HDMI Out Mini Terminal 3 4 HDMI Cable HDMI Terminal Turn on the TV and switch it to HDMI mode. Turn on the camera. Television display is not available in shooting mode.
234 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See p. 43. My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes. Changing My Camera Settings 1 Select a menu item. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3.
235 Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults. Use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser) to restore the default settings to the camera. 1 Select the menu item. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3.
236 [Start-up Sound]/[Operation Sound]/[Self-timer Sound]/ [Shutter Sound] 1. Use the or button to select (Record). 2. Press the button. 3. After recording, use the or button to select (Register Sound). 4. Press the 4 button. • Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses. • To play it, select (Play). • To exit instead of registering, select (Exit). Register the setting. 1. Use the or select [OK]. 2. Press the button to button. • To cancel registering, select [Cancel].
237 Troubleshooting • • • • • • • • • Camera (p. 237) When the power is turned on (p. 238) LCD monitor/Viewfinder (p. 238) Shooting (p. 240) Shooting movies (p. 244) Playback (p. 245) Battery (p. 245) TV monitor output (p. 246) Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 247) Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the ON/OFF button (p. 40). Batteries are loaded in the z Reload the batteries in the correct wrong direction. direction (p. 10).
238 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s orientation was changed. z The camera orientation detection mechanism is operating. If the camera is turned off, the sound may also be that of the internal lens moving. This is not a malfunction. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or z When recording to, erasing from or formatting the memory card, slide the SDHC memory card’s write protect tab upward (p. 259). write protect tab is set to “Write protect”.
239 Camera screen is black at start-up. Incompatible image has been selected as the startup image in the My Camera settings. z Change the start-up image in the My Camera settings (p. 234) or use the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser to restore the default settings. Horizontal lines appear across the screen. Display flickers when shot z Depending on the lighting during under fluorescent lighting. shooting, horizontal lines may appear in images. This is not a camera malfunction.
240 appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings or transfer settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. z These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera (pp. 179, 209, 217). Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. z There is no effect on the recorded Camera automatically image. lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area (p. 64). Shooting Camera will not record.
241 Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (pp. 16, 223). 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. 259). protected. Image is blurred or out of focus. z Confirm the procedures in “ appears” (p. 239). AF-assist Beam is set to [Off].
242 Subject is too far away for z Shoot within correct flash range of the flash to reach. subject when using the built-in flash (p. 283). z Raise the ISO speed and then shoot (p. 86). Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. z Shoot within correct flash range of the subject when using the built-in flash (p. 283). z Adjust [Flash Exp. Comp] or [Flash Output] in the [Flash Control] menu (p. 112). z Set the safety FE to [On] (p. 113).
243 White dots appear on the image. z This is a phenomenon that occurs Light from the flash has with digital cameras and does not reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture priority mode. Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Continuous shooting slows down.
244 Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (pp. 16, 223). Lens will not retract. Memory card slot cover or z After closing the memory card slot battery cover was opened cover or battery cover, turn the power with power on. on then back off. Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.
245 Playback Cannot play back. z Computer images that cannot be You attempted to play played back may play back if they are back images shot with added to the camera using the another camera or images supplied software program edited with a computer. ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. z Set the file name or location on the file format/structure of the camera (refer to the Software Starter Guide for details). Images cannot be edited.
246 Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. z If shooting in a cold location, warm the batteries such as by placing them in your pocket before using them. Battery terminals are dirty. z Wipe the terminals well with a dry cloth before use. z Reload the batteries several times.
247 Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print. The camera and printer are not properly connected. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not turned on. z Turn on the printer power. The print connection method is not correct. z Select [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p. 60). z When printing movies, see Print Method (p. 60) and Operating the Movie Control Panel (p. 171).
248 List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded onto the memory card, red eye correction is being processed. Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation (p.
249 Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the 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. Change the batteries.
250 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate a movie with an aspect ratio of 16:9, an image taken with a different camera or data type, or an image/movie edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. You may also have attempted to play back sound recorder audio recorded at a sample rate other than 44.100 kHz. Audio playback is not available.
251 Too many marks Too many images have been marked with print settings, transfer settings or slide show image settings. Cannot process any more. Cannot complete! Could not save a part of the print, transfer or slide show settings. Unselectable image You attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG image.
252 Appendix Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
253 z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids.
254 Battery z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. z The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Failure to follow these precautions may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.
255 z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. z Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger.
256 Cautions Equipment z Do not get the camera caught on other objects or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when wearing or holding it by the neck strap. z Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment. z Be careful not to allow dust or sand into the camera when using it at a beach or place with strong winds. Such conditions could lead to damage. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.
257 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.
258 Preventing Malfunctions Camera Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
259 z Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. z Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( reversed. and ) z Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
260 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. z Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the memory card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal objects. z Do not peel away the original label on the memory card or cover it with another label or sticker.
261 z Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as physically destroying the memory card, to prevent personal information leaks. LCD Monitor z When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the LCD monitor.
262 Using the Wireless Controller Inserting the Battery Install the battery (CR2025) into the Wireless Controller WL-DC300 before use. Be particularly careful to keep the batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall. 1 2 Place your fingertip on (a) and press it in the direction of the arrow while placing another fingertip on (b) and removing the battery holder.
263 Shooting / Playback You can use the wireless controller for shooting and playback. Remote Sensor Transmitter You can attach a strap to this hole. Shooting Mode 1 Select . 1. Press the 2. Use the or select . button.
264 2 Set the delay time for shooting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. 4. Use the or button to select [Wireless Delay]. 5. Use the or button to make settings. [0 sec.] : The shutter releases at the same time you press the shutter button on the remote control. [2 sec.
265 Playback Mode Magnify the display with each press (up to about 10x). Display images in sets of 12 (index playback). FUNC./SET button Change the information display with each press. buttons MENU button DISP. MENU The operable range of the wireless controller will shorten under the following circumstances. - When the wireless controller is used at an angle to the remote sensor. - When strong light strikes the camera. - When the battery is weak.
266 Attaching the Lens Hood When shooting a wide-angle photo that is backlit without using a flash, we recommend attaching the LH-DC50 Lens Hood to reduce the amount of light entering the lens. 1 Align the notch ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the camera, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until locked. • Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction to remove it. If you use the built-in flash with the lens hood attached, portions of the image may appear darker.
267 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 z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. z Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states.
268 z Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays z z z z z the “Change the batteries” message. Repeatedly recharging batteries before they become depleted may cause batteries to lose capacity.
269 z It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been depleted. Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F). z The charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state. z The battery charger may emit noise while charging. This is not a malfunction.
270 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) Available Shooting Modes p. 296 You can make your flash photography even clearer and more natural appearing with the use of a separately sold externally mounted flash. The camera’s auto exposure function will operate with a Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX II or 580EX II (except with the mode or when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual]). Other flashes may fire manually or not fire at all. Please check the manual for your flash.
271 2 Turn the external flash on and turn the camera on. • 3 (red) appears on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Turn the mode dial to the desired mode. z Speedlite 220EX* • The maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second. • The flash will automatically adjust its output when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto]. • When [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure compensation can be adjusted. When [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual], the flash output can be adjusted (p. 112).
272 z Speedlite 430EX II and 580EX II • The maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second. • The flash will automatically adjust its output when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto]. • When [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure compensation can be adjusted. When [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual], the flash output can be adjusted (p. 112). • In mode or when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual], the output of an externally mounted flash can be adjusted in the flash output adjustment screen (p. 112).
273 Setting the Externally Mounted Flash 1 Display the Flash Settings screen. 1. Hold the button down for more than one second. • Before making flash settings, mount the external flash and turn the flash on. • You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
274 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select the items you wish to set. 2. Use the or button to set the item. 3. Press the MENU button. • The available settings will vary depending on the flash in use. For details on settings, refer to the user guide included with your flash or Speedlite Transmitter. Speedlite 220EX Settings * : Default setting. Item Flash Mode Flash Exp.Comp 1) Flash Output 2) Shutter Sync. Slow Synchro Red-Eye Corr.
275 Speedlite 430EX II/580EX II Settings Item Flash Mode 1) * : Default setting. Shooting mode Options Auto Manual {* { {* { – {* { { { – { {* { { { {* { {* { {* {* { {* { { {* { { {* – { {* { {* {* { {* { { {* { { { {* { {* { {* {* { {* { { {* { { {* – { {* { {* {* { – {* { { { { : Settings are retained even when the camera power is turned off. 1) The settings from the flash are applied when you turn on the camera. 2) This can be set when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto].
276 z [Flash Control] will not display when the flash is turned off. Before making flash settings, turn the flash on. z When an external flash is mounted, you cannot make built-in flash settings. z When adjusting flash exposure compensation with the z z z z z camera, set the external flash’s exposure compensation to [+0]. If the external flash has been set to stroboscopic flash, the flash’s set up menu cannot be selected (580EX II only). When [Wireless Func.] is set to [On], [Shutter Sync.
277 z The following functions can be used with a Speedlite 220EX, 430EX II or 580EX II*. - Auto Exposure (Use the E-TTL mode with a 430EX II or 580EX II) - FE Lock (Not available in mode or when [Flash Mode] is [Manual]) - Shutter Sync. (1st-curtain/2nd-curtain) (2nd-curtain priority with Speedlite 430EX II) - Slow Synchro - Flash Exp. Comp - Auto Zoom (Not available with the 220EX) - Manual flash - High-speed sync * You can also use 380EX, 420EX, 430EX, 550EX and 580EX.
278 Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time setting have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire earlier than its rated lifespan after the camera has been purchased. Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children.
279 4 5 6 7 Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow. (+) side Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up. Replace the battery holder and close the battery cover. When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 14). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.
280 Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens.
281 Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice, at our sole discretion. PowerShot SX1 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 10.0 million (Aspect ratio 4:3) Approx. 8.4 million (Aspect ratio 16:9) : 1/2.3-inch type CMOS (Total number of pixels: Approx. 11.8 million pixels) Lens : 5.0 (W) – 100.
282 Focusing Range (From the end of the lens) : Normal: 50 cm (1.6 ft.) – infinity (W)/ 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (T) Macro: 10 – 50 cm (W) (3.9 in. – 1.6 ft. (W)) Super Macro: 0 – 10 cm (0 – 3.9 in.) (W only) Manual focus: 10 cm (3.9 in.) – infinity (W)/ 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (T) Sports mode: 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (W)/ 4 m (13.1 ft.) – infinity (T) Shutter : Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter Shutter Speeds : 1/8 – 1/3200 sec. 15 – 1/3200 sec.
283 Built-in Flash Range : 50 cm – 4.8 m (1.6 – 15.7 ft.)(W)/ 1.0 – 2.6 m (T) (3.3 – 8.5 ft.) (T) • Brightness of image periphery may reduce depending on shooting distance. External Flash : Flash output compensation (±3.0 stops in 1/3stop increments), Red-Eye Correction, Red-eye Reduction, flash output settings (19 levels*), FE Lock, Slow Synchro, 2nd-curtain Synchro, HighSpeed Sync, Safety FE and wireless flash (On/ Off) are available (580EX II only).
284 Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* : Movies: MOV (Image data: H.264; Audio data: Linear PCM (stereo)) : Sound Memo and Sound Recorder: WAVE (stereo) * 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.
285 : Quantization Bit Rate: 16 bit Sampling Rate Sound Memos: 44.100 kHz Movies: 44.100 kHz Sound Recorder: 44.100 kHz Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (12 images), Magnified (approx. 2x to 10x max.), Resume Playback, Image Inspection Tool, Jump, My Category, Trimming, Movie Playback (editing/slowmotion playback possible), Rotate, Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, i-Contrast, My Colors, Resize, Sound memos (recording/ playback up to 1 min.
286 Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot* Viewfinder On LCD Monitor On AA-size Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) AA-size NiMH Batteries (NB-3AH (fully charged)) Playback Time Approx. 160 images Approx. 180 images Approx. 12 hours Approx. 420 images Approx. 430 images Approx. 14 hours * Based on the CIPA standard z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded.
287 Memory Cards, Estimated Capacities and Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Still Image Recording Pixels (Large) 3648 × 2736 pixels (Medium 1) 2816 × 2112 pixels (Medium 2) 2272 × 1704 pixels (Medium 3) 1600 × 1200 pixels (Small) 640 × 480 pixels (Widescreen 2M) 1920 × 1080 pixels 2 GB 8 GB 4332 448 2565 749 1792 2994 1226 1536 6140 2720 714 2855 1620 1181 4723 9446 780 2363 2002 960 3837 1116 1707 6822 12927 556 3235 1002 1862 7442 558 3235 12927 278 6146 24562 249 6830
288 Movie Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. 320 × 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 1920 × 1080 pixels 30 frames/sec. Capacity 8 GB 2 GB 1402 KB/sec. 22 min. 45 sec. 1 hr. 30 min. 57 sec. 1 hr. 4 min. 1 sec. 4 hrs. 15 min. 51 sec. 480 KB/sec. 5296 KB/sec. 6 min. 7 sec. 24 min. 30 sec. • The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time. • Depending on your memory card, shooting may end before the maximum recording time is reached.
289 Wireless Controller WL-DC300 Means of Communication Coverage Directivity Power Supply Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Infrared Within 5 m (16 ft.) (front) Within 3 m (9.8 ft.) (15 degrees both left and right) Within 1 m (3.3 ft.) (15 degrees both up and down) Coin-type lithium battery CR2025 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) 35.0 × 6.5 × 56.6 mm (1.38 × 0.26 × 2.23 in.) Approx. 10 g (0.35 oz.) Lens Hood LH-DC50 Dimensions Diameter × Length Weight 69.7 mm × 30.0 mm (2.74 × 1.18 in.) Approx. 10 g (0.
290 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 (Sold Separately) Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz) 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) 112.0 × 29.0 × 45.0 mm (4.41 × 1.14 × 1.77 in.) (body only) Approx. 185 g (6.53 oz.
Index 291 Index Numerics 16:9 ........................................ 80 3:2 Guide ................................ 65 A Accessories ............................ 36 AE Lock ................................ 133 AEB Mode............................. 138 AF Frame ................................ 49 AF Lock ................................ 127 AF Mode ............................... 119 AF-assist Beam ................. 40, 55 AF-Point Zoom ...................... 115 Aperture Value .......
292 Index F J Face Detect .......................... 120 Face Select and Track ........... 124 FE Lock ................................ 135 File Numbering ...................... 224 Fireworks ................................ 99 Flash Flash Exp. Comp ............... 112 Settings ............................. 112 Shooting.............................. 72 Focus .................... 117, 120, 160 Focus Check ................... 63, 117 Focus Check Display ............. 160 Focus Lock .......................
Index Movie Editing............................... 174 Shooting........................ 24, 90 Transfer ............................ 172 Viewing ....................... 26, 170 Mute ....................................... 58 My Camera Settings .............. 234 Changing .......................... 234 Registering ........................ 235 My Category.......................... 164 My Colors ............................. 144 My Colors (Playback) ............. 192 My Menu ...............................
294 Index T Telephoto .......................... 67, 68 Time and Date Clock Display ...................... 46 Time Zone............................. 220 Transition .............................. 178 Trimming ............................... 167 Tv ......................................... 102 TV Set .......................... 231, 233 V Video System .......................... 60 Viewfinder ............................... 62 Volume ................................... 58 W White Balance ...................
295 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.
296 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 136) Auto2) ISO Speed (p. 86) High ISO Auto ISO 80 – 1600 Auto2) White Balance (p. 141) Flash Other than Auto and Flash Single Shot Continuous Drive Mode (pp. 75, 110, 262) Continuous AF4) FaceSelf-timer Self-Timer Wireless Delay My Colors (p. 144) Bracketing (pp.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 297 1) { { – – { – – { { { { { { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { { – { { – – { – – { { { { { { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { – – { { – – { – – { { { { { { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { { – { { – – { – – { – { – – { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { – – { { – – { – – { { { { { { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { { – { { – – { – – { { { { { { – – – – – – { – – { { {8) {8) – – – – – { { – { { – – { – – { { { {
298 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Manual Focus (p. 129) AF Frame Size (p. 123) Face Select and Track (p. 124) Standard Small Off On Auto Flash (when flash is raised) (p. 72) On Off External LCD monitor (no information) LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Setting (p. 62) LCD monitor (information view) Viewfinder (no information) Viewfinder (information view) Stitch Direction Selection (Right, Left, Top, Bottom, 2 × 2) (p. 108) Face Detect AF Frame (p.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 299 1) { { – { { { { – { { { { { – { { – { { { { { { { – { { – – – – – – { { { { – – – { { – { { { { – { { { { { – { { – { { { { { { { – { { – – – {12) – – { { { { – – – { { – { { { { – { { { { { – { { – { { { { { { { – { { – – – {12) – – { { { { – – – – { – – – – – { – { { { { – – { – – { { – { { – – – – – – – – – – – – – { – – – { { – { { { { – { { { { { – { { – { { { { { { { – { { – – – {12) – – { { { { – – – { { – { { { { – { { { { { – { { – { { { { { {
300 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Auto ISO Shift (p. 87) MF-Point Zoom (p. 129) Safety MF (p. 130) AF-assist Beam (p. 55) Review (Rec. review) (p. 55) Review Info (p. 55) Off Detailed/Focus Check – Save Original (p. 151) Reverse Disp. (p. 13) Auto Category (p. 152) IS Mode (p. 84) Continuous Shoot Only/Panning Shooting Info. Custom Display (p. 65) Grid Lines 3:2 Guide Histogram Registering settings to the Shortcut button (p.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 301 1) – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – – – – { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – – – – { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { {13) { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { – { { { { { { { – { { { { { { { { { { {
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