ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide Getting Started Learning More Components Guide Basic Operations Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting Using the Mode Dial Various Shooting Methods Playback/Erasing Camera User Guide Print Settings/Transfer Settings Connecting to a TV Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 162–167). CDI-E334-010 © 2007 CANON INC.
Workflow and Reference Guides The following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below. : Contents of This Guide Check the package contents Prepare the camera for use Camera User Guide Getting Started (p. 7) Using the camera Learn more about the camera Camera User Guide Learning More (p.
1 Checking 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.
2 Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 6 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Viewing Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Image Stabilizer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring the Postcard Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Embedding the Date in the Image Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Creating an Image Destination (Folder). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Playback/Erasing Magnifying Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback). . . . Jumping to Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie Control Panel) . . . Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Index 196 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 206 Symbol Conventions in this Guide Mode switch position: Rec. ( )/Play ( ) Available shooting modes These modes are not available These modes are available This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the camera's default settings at time of purchase.
6 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.
Getting Started z Preparations z Shooting Still Images z Viewing Still Images z Shooting Movies z Viewing Movies z Erasing z Printing z Downloading Images to a Computer z System Map
Getting Started 8 Preparations Preparations Attaching the Wrist Strap It is recommended to use the Wrist Strap to avoid dropping during camera use. Installing the batteries 1. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the direction of the arrow (b) and opening it up in the direction of the arrow (c).
9 Preparations Positive end (+) Getting Started 2. Install two batteries. Negative end (–) 3. Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b).
Getting Started 10 Preparations Inserting the Memory Card 1. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the direction of the arrow (b) and opening it up in the direction of the arrow (c). Battery Cover Lock c b a 2. Insert the memory card until its clicks into place. Front Write Protect Tab (Only SD memory cards) • Confirm that the Write Protect Tab is unlocked (only SD memory cards). • Check the card for the correct orientation.
Preparations 11 it until it clicks into place (b). a b 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. Getting Started 3.
Getting Started 12 Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Set the date and time as shown in steps 3 and 4 in the explanation below. Power Button Button / / / Buttons Button 1. Press the power button. 2. Select [Date/Time]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the [ (Set up)] menu. 3. Use the or [Date/Time]. 4. Press the button to select button. 3.
Preparations 13 Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Mode Switch Button Button / / / Buttons 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). 2. Hold down the button and press the button. 3. Use the , , or button to select a language. 4. Press the button. Getting Started You can imprint the date and time you have set onto images (p. 71).
Getting Started 14 Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode) Power Button Shutter Button Indicators Mode Dial Button Mode Switch 1. Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (Shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to (Auto). 3. Aim the camera at the subject.
Shooting Still Images 15 the focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green (orange when the flash fires). Shooting Preparations Complete: lights green • AF frames will display in green on the LCD monitor at the points of focus. AF frame 5. Without changing anything else, press the shutter button all the way (press fully) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record.
Getting Started 16 Shooting Still Images Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting (Rec. Review) Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting. Shutter Button Button You can also use the following methods to continue displaying the image immediately after shooting so that you can check it. z Keep the shutter button pressed fully. z Press the displayed. button while the recorded image is Confirm that the operation sound beeps.
Viewing Still Images 17 Mode Switch / Buttons 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). • The last recorded image will display. 2. Use the 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 continuously, but they will appear coarse. If you have replayed images, the last image viewed will display (Resume Playback).
Getting Started 18 Shooting Movies Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode) Power Button Shutter Button Mode DIal Mode Switch 1. Press the power button. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (Shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to (Movie). • Confirm that the camera is set to (Standard). 3. Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Shooting Movies 19 the focus. • An electronic beep will sound twice and the indicator will light green when the camera focuses. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set when you press the button halfway. Shooting Preparations Complete: lights green 5. Without changing anything else, press the shutter button all the way (press fully) to shoot. • Recording starts. • During the recording, the elapsed recording time and [zRec.] will display in the LCD monitor. 6.
Getting Started 20 Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Mode Switch Button / / / Buttons 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). 2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. 3. Use the or button to select (Play) and press the button. • 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.
Erasing 21 Button Mode Switch Button / Buttons 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). 2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button. 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.
Getting Started 22 Printing Printing Power Button Mode Switch Button / Buttons 1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1. • Open the Camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions.
Printing (Playback) and press the power button. • The button will light blue. •A , or icon will appear in the LCD monitor if the connection is correct (the displayed icons differ according to the connected printer). • will display for movies. 4. Use the press the • The or button to select an image to print and button. button will blink blue and printing will start. After you finish printing, turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable. Getting Started 2.
Getting Started 24 Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images to a Computer Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements. Windows OS Windows Vista Windows XP Service Pack 2 Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Computer Model The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with builtin USB ports.
Downloading Images to a Computer 25 Ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. 1. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation. 3. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is complete. When the installation is complete, [Restart] or [Finish] will display. Click the button that appears. 4.
Getting Started 26 Downloading Images to a Computer 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 connector. DIGITAL Terminal USB Port Interface Cable Interface Cable 3. Preparing to download images to the computer. 1. Set the camera's mode switch to the power button.
Downloading Images to a Computer 27 Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If this Events dialog does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) section (p. 29) (except Windows 2000).
Getting Started 28 Downloading Images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop). Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) section (p. 29).
Downloading Images to a Computer 29 Install the software before downloading images via the Direct Transfer method for the first time (p. 25). Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Button Button / / / Buttons All Images Button 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.
Getting Started 30 Downloading Images to a Computer 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 All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images 2. Use the the or button to select button. , or and press • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress.
Downloading Images to a Computer button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off. The previous setting will be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed. The image selection screen will appear directly when the [Select & Transfer] or the [Wallpaper] option was last selected.
Getting Started 32 System Map System Map Supplied with Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Wrist Strap WS-200 Memory Card (16MB) AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*5 Waterproof Case WP-DC16 Waterproof Case Weight WW-DC1 Battery Charger CB-5AH/ CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB3AH (x4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of 4 AA-size) also available separately Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 P
System Map Wide Converter WC-DC58N Tele-converter TC-DC58N Direct Interface Cable*2 PCMCIA Adapter Close-up Lens 250D (58mm) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers*4 (PIXMA series) USB Card Reader Compact Photo Printers*2 *3 (SELPHY Series) SD Memory Card*5 • SDC-128M • SDC-512MSH USB Port PC Card Slot TV/Video Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal *1 *2 *3 *4 TV/Video Also available for purchase separately.
Getting Started 34 System Map Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Lenses, Lens Adapter • Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58G This adapter is required for mounting the wide converter, teleconverter and close-up lens to the camera. • Wide Converter WC-DC58N Converts the focal distance of the body lens by a factor of approximately 0.7 when attached.
System Map 35 • SD Memory Card SD Memory Cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide). • AV Cable AVC-DC300 Use this cable to connect the camera to a TV set.
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38 Components Guide Components Guide Front View a bcd f g e h i j k l n m a Microphone b AF-assist Beam (p. 45) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 88) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 66) e Speaker f Viewfinder Window g Flash (p. 64) h Terminal Cover i A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 146) j DIGITAL Terminal (p. 26) k DC IN (Power input) Terminal (p. 174) l Ring Release Button (p. 177) m Ring (p.
Components Guide 39 Back View a b c f e d a LCD Monitor (p. 49) b Viewfinder c Wrist Strap Mount d Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (pp. 8, 10) e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (pp. 8, 10) f Tripod Socket The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera. Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 49) while shooting.
40 Components Guide Controls a b c d e f m g h i j l k a Indicators (p. 41) b Power Lamp c Power Button (p. 14) d Zoom Lever (pp. 59, 122) e f g h i j k l m n o p Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) Shutter Button (p. 14) Mode Dial (pp. 14, 73) Mode Switch (p. 14) (Print/Share) Button (pp. 22, 29, 114) FUNC./SET Button (p. 42) MENU Button (p. 43) DISP. Button (p. 49) (Exposure)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (pp. 21, 101) Button (Flash)/ (Jump)/ Button (pp.
Components Guide 41 Indicators The camera indicators on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions.
42 Basic Operations Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. Button (FUNC. Menu) This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. 1 2 5 3 This example shows the FUNC. menu in 1 2 3 Set the mode switch to Press the Use the 4 (Auto) mode. . button. or button to select a menu item.
Basic Operations 43 Button (Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Set up) Menu (Rec.) Menu 1 5 can switch 2 You between menus with the or button. 3 This example shows the Rec. menu in 1 2 Press the Use the 4 (Auto) mode. button. or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. • The following menus are displayed. Shooting: Rec.
44 Basic Operations Menus and Default Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu The icons shown here indicate the default settings (factory settings). Menu Item Page Menu Item Page ISO Speed p. 100 Metering Mode p. 102 White Balance p. 104 Compression (Still image) p. 57 Drive Mode p. 87 Recording Pixels (Still image) p. 57 My Colors p. 107 Recording Pixels (Movie) p. 81 Flash Adjustment p. 110 Flash Output p. 111 Rec.
Basic Operations Menu Item Options Page/Topic Safety FE On*/Off p. 113 Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point p. 103 MF-Point Zoom On*/Off p. 96 Safety MF On*/Off p. 97 AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 151 Review Off/2*–10 seconds/Hold You can set the length of time images display after being shot (p. 16). Disp. Overlay (Still image) Off*/Grid Lines/3 : 2 Guide/Both (Movie) Off*/Grid Lines p.
46 Basic Operations Play Menu Menu Item Print Menu Page Menu Item Auto Play p. 129 Red-Eye Correction p. 130 Resize p. 134 Clear All Selections Sound Memo p. 136 Print Settings Protect p. 137 Rotate p. 127 Erase all p. 138 Transfer Order p. 144 Transition p. 128 Set up Menu Menu Item Page Print Select Image & Qty. Select All Images p. 139 *Default setting Options Page/Topic Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds.
Basic Operations Menu Item Options 47 Page/Topic Shutter Volume Adjusts the volume of the sound played when the shutter releases. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording. Playback Vol. Adjusts the playback volume of movies and sound memos. Start-up Image On*/Off Sets whether or not the Start-up Image appears when the camera is powered on.
48 Basic Operations Menu Item Lens Retract Options 1 minute* / 0 seconds Page/Topic Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to playback mode. Language p. 13 Video System NTSC/PAL Print Method Auto*/ Reset All p. 146 See below*1. p. 55 *1 You can change the printer connection method.
Basic Operations 49 Using the LCD Monitor 1 Press the button. • The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( Standard (No Information) ) Playback Mode ( No Information Detailed (Information View) Standard Off Detailed ) • The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off.
50 Basic Operations Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Grid Lines 3:2 Guide b Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame a c d ISO Speed* ( ••• White Balance ) p. 100 p. 104 Drive Mode pp. 66, 87 My Colors p. 107 a Flash Exposure pp. 110, 111 Compensation/Flash Output Metering Mode p. 102 Compression (Still image) p. 57 Recording Pixels (Still image) p. 57 Recording Pixels (Movies) p. 81 Digital Tele-Converter/Zoom Magnification p. 60 Flash p.
Basic Operations Create Folder c p. 118 Stills: Recordable Shots Movies: Remaining Time/Elapsed Time Camera Shake Warning (Red) AE Lock/FE Lock d 51 pp. 98, 99 Shutter Speed* 15–1/2000 pp. 83, 86 Aperture Value* F2.8–F8.0 pp. 85, 86 ••• p. 101 Exposure Compensation Macro AF Lock/Manual Focus p. 65 pp. 95, 96 * Displays when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
52 Basic Operations Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard a b a Displayed image number/Total number of images – Folder Number-File Number p. 121 Compression (Still Images) p. 57 Recording Pixels (Still Images) p. 57 Movie p. 125 b Red-Eye Correction/Resize pp. 130, 134 WAVE Format Sound p. 136 Protection Status p. 137 Shooting Date/Time p. 71 Detailed a b c d e f Histogram (p. 54) Shooting Mode p. 74 a Metering Mode ISO Speed p. 102 ••• p.
Basic Operations b 53 Shutter Speed 15–1/2000 pp. 83, 86 Aperture Value F2.8–F8.0 pp. 85, 86 Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movies) c Exposure Compensation Flash Exposure Compensation/Flash Output p. 57 ••• p. 101 ••• pp. 110, 111 White Balance p. 104 My Colors p. 107 d Red-Eye Correction Function p. 130 AF Lock/Manual Focus pp. 95, 96 Macro e File size Still Image: Recording Pixels f Movies: Movie Length p. 65 p. 192 pp.
54 Basic Operations Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value if the image is too bright (p. 101).
Basic Operations 55 Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 Select [Reset All]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [ ] Menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Reset All]. 4. Press the button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [OK] 2. Press the button. z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the menu (pp.
56 Basic Operations Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 Select [Format]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [ ] Menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Format]. 4. Press the button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [OK] 2. Press the button.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 57 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Changing the Recording Pixels/ Compression (Still Images) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 1 Select a resolution setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press the button. 2 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.
58 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels (Large) 8M 3264 x 2448 pixels (Medium 1) 5M 2592 x 1944 pixels (Medium 2) 3M 2048 x 1536 pixels (Medium 3) 2M 1600 x 1200 pixels 0.3M 640 x 480 pixels (Small) or (Postcard) (Widescreen) Purpose* High Printing to about A3-size 297 x 420 mm (11.7 x 16.5 in.) Printing to about A4-size 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) Printing to about Letter-size 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 59 Shooting with the Optical Zoom See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm – 210 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom bar will display while you adjust the zoom. 1 Press the zoom lever toward • Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject. • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject. or .
60 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Digital tele-converter cannot be set. You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows: Selection Focal Length Standard 35 – 840 mm Off 35 – 210 mm 1.6x 56 – 336 mm 2.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Digital Zoom 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the button. 3 Press the zoom lever toward • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom factor appear in blue).
62 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Safety Zoom Zone Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). The displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration (not available in ). Safety Zoom factor Recording pixels Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 6.0x Î 7.6x Î 9.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [1.6x] or [2.0x]. 2. Press the button. 3 Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. • will appear on the LCD monitor.
64 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Flash See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or the flash mode. • • • mode. button to change : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon appears. When the LCD monitor is on and flash recharging begins, the indicator blinks orange and the LCD monitor turns off.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 65 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in mode. Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. At maximum wide angle, the image area is 24 x 18 mm (0.94 x 0.71 in.) when at the minimum focusing distance (1 cm from the end of the lens to the subject). 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to select . • The zoom bar will display while you adjust the zoom.
66 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Self-Timer See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * * Cannot be set in mode. You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp and sound speed up. 2 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 2 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 67 Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and choose with the or button. 3. Press the button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and change the settings with the or button. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the button. If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following occurs.
68 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Setting the Image Stabilizer Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Only [Continuous] can be set. 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.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 69 LCD Monitor Icons [Continuous] [Shoot Only] [Panning] [Converter] setting Reference in Rec. menu Page None WC-DC58N/ TC-DC58N/250D p. 179 z Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Use of a tripod is recommended. z If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected. z Hold the camera horizontally while panning (stabilization does not work when the camera is held vertically).
70 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Configuring the Postcard Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and choose with the or button. 3. Press the button. • The area that will not print displays in gray.
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 71 Embedding the Date in the Image Data See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can embed the date in the image data when selected. 1 Select (Postcard) is . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and choose with the or button. 3. Press the button. 2 Select [Date Stamp]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Date Stamp]. 3 Set the date and time. 1.
72 Commonly Used Shooting Functions To imprint the date on all but (postcard) size images, use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser) or printer settings. For details, please see the user guide for each product.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 73 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial Creative zone Auto Image zone Auto The camera automatically selects settings. (p. 14) Image zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. (p. 74) Portrait Landscape Night Snapshot Kids & Pets Indoor Special Scene (p. 75) Stitch Assist (p. 77) Movie (p.
74 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. 1 Set the mode dial to or . , , , Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 75 Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. (Special Scene) You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. 1 2 Set the mode dial to Use the mode. or . button to select a shooting Night Scene Allows you to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene.
76 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure. Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. Underwater Appropriate for shooting images with Waterproof Case WP-DC16 (sold separately).
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 77 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Select a shooting direction. . 1. Use the or button to select a shooting direction.
78 3 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Shoot the first image in the sequence. • The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image. 4 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. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. 5 Repeat the procedure for additional images.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 79 Movie Shooting See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The following movie modes are available. The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use (p. 191). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH). The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 60).
80 3 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. • Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shooting, the recording time and [zRec] appear on the LCD monitor. • Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording. Recording will stop automatically under the following circumstances.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 81 Changing Recording Pixels You can change the recording pixels when the movie mode is set to (Standard) (frame rate is fixed). 1 Select the number of 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. Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the appearance of motion.
82 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Program AE See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. You can freely configure such settings as the ISO speed, exposure compensation and white balance. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Shoot. .
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 83 Setting the Shutter Speed See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 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 Set the mode dial to 2 Configure the shutter speed. 1.
84 Shooting Using the Mode Dial z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows Shooting Mode Aperture Value Shutter Speed (seconds) Maximum Wide Angle , f/2.8 – 3.5 15 – 1/1500 , f/4.0 – 8.0 15 – 1/2000 Maximum Telephoto , f/4.8 – 6.3 15 – 1/1500 , f/7.1 – 8.0 15 – 1/2000 z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/500 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/500 second if a faster speed is selected.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 85 Setting the Aperture See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait.
86 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 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. Use the the or 3 . button to select shutter speed or aperture, and use button to change the option. Shoot.
Various Shooting Methods 87 Various Shooting Methods Continuous Shooting See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*1, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (p. 190). *Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p.
88 Various Shooting Methods z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). *1 Shooting Mode * 1 Cannot be set in mode. You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction*2 lamp automatically fires with the flash.
Various Shooting Methods 89 Setting the Slow Synchro Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can shoot with the flash at slow shutter speeds. This is handy for shooting at night or under artificial lighting indoors. 1 Select [Slow Synchro]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Slow Synchro]. 2 Set Slow Synchro. 1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the button. z In , and modes Slow Synchro is set to [On].
90 Various Shooting Methods Selecting an AF Frame Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Cannot be set in mode. The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. Face Detect You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this data to set the focus and exposure* while shooting.
Various Shooting Methods 2 91 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Face Detect], [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone]. 2. Press the button. • Changing the AF Frame Size (p. 92) • Changing the AF Frame Position (p. 93) z [Face Detect] and [FlexiZone] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. z The AF frame appears as follows (when the LCD monitor is on) when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
92 Various Shooting Methods Changing the AF Frame Size ([Center] or [FlexiZone]) You can change the AF frame size to better suit the size of a subject. You reduce the area used to set the focus when you reduce the AF frame to match a small subject or to focus on a particular portion of a subject. 1 Change the AF frame size. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [AF Frame Size]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Normal] or [Small]. 2.
Various Shooting Methods 93 Changing the AF Frame Position ([FlexiZone]) You can move the AF frame to any position (FlexiZone AF/AE). This allows you to set the focus more precisely on your target subject. 1 Press green. repeatedly until the AF frame turns • In some shooting modes, pressing the button switches between the following settings categories.
94 Various Shooting Methods Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode * * Cannot be used in mode. It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.
Various Shooting Methods 95 Shooting with the AF Lock 1 2 3 Turn on the LCD monitor. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The icon and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor, and the distance to the subject can be confirmed. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock Press the button and use the (Normal).
96 Various Shooting Methods Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button several times. • and the MF indicator are MF indicator displayed. • When the [ ] menu’s [MF-Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in the AF frame will appear magnified*. The magnified position will differ depending on the AF Frame Mode (p. 90) setting. - When set to [Face Detect], [AiAF] or [Center], the center of the LCD monitor is magnified.
Various Shooting Methods To Cancel the Manual Focus Press the button and use the Not available in or or button to select 97 (Normal). modes. 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. 1 Select [Safety MF]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Safety MF]. 2 Accept the setting. 1.
98 Various Shooting Methods Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. You must set the flash to . When the flash fires, images will be shot using the FE lock (p. 99). 1 2 3 Turn on the LCD monitor. Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure.
Various Shooting Methods 99 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. 1 2 3 4 Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button and select Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The flash will pre-fire and 5 (flash on).
100 Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the ISO Speed See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. {* {* {* {* – { { – – – – { { { {* – { { { { – { { { { – { { { { – { { { { – { { { { {:Available *:Default 1 Adjust the ISO Speed 1. Press the button. 2.
Various Shooting Methods 101 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 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 3 Turn on the LCD monitor.
102 Various Shooting Methods Switching between Metering Modes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 1 Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject. Center Weighted Avg.
Various Shooting Methods 103 Setting the Spot Metering Frame to the Center/To Correspond with the AF Frame 1 Select [Spot AE Point]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Spot AE Point]. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Center] or [AF Point]. 2. Press the button.
104 Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies.
Various Shooting Methods 105 Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. In particular, take a custom white balance reading for the following (Auto) setting to detect correctly.
106 Various Shooting Methods z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be set. In particular, the following should not be changed.
Various Shooting Methods 107 Shooting in a My Colors Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 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.
108 Various Shooting Methods Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and choose with the or button. 2 Select the mode. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the or button to adjust the setting. • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. • Press the DISP. button to return to the My Colors Mode selection screen. 4. Press the button.
Various Shooting Methods 109 Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustments, it is also possible to set it so that it fires without any adjustments. 1 Select [Flash Adjust]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the or button to select [Flash Adjust. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Auto] or [Manual]. 2. Press the button.
110 Various Shooting Methods Adjusting Flash Compensation Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode Flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in the range of -2 to +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments. You can combine the flash exposure compensation with the camera’s exposure compensation function for balanced exposure of the background when doing flash photography. In and shooting modes, please set [Flash Adjust] to [Auto] (p. 109).
Various Shooting Methods 111 Setting the Flash Output See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode When shooting, the flash output can be controlled in three steps, up to FULL. In and (p. 109). 1 shooting modes, please set [Flash Adjust] to [Manual] Configure the flash output setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press the button.
112 Various Shooting Methods Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode 1st-curtain 2nd-curtain 1 The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting. The flash fires right before the shutter closes. Compared with the 1st-curtain, the flash fires later and allows you to shoot images in which, for example, a car’s taillights seem to trail off behind.
Various Shooting Methods 113 Adjusting Exposure for Built-in Flash Shooting (Safety FE) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene. In and shooting modes, ensure that the flash adjustment setting is configured to [Auto] in advance (p. 109). 1 Select [Safety FE]. 1. Press the button. 2.
114 Various Shooting Methods Registering Settings to the Print/ Share Button See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. The following functions can be registered. Menu Item Not Assigned* 1 Page — Menu Item Page Digital Tele-converter p 63 ISO Speed p 100 DISP. Overlay p 117 White Balance p 104 Display Off p 47 Custom White Balance p 105 Select [Set 1. Press the button]. button. 2.
Various Shooting Methods Using the 1 Press the 115 Button button. • Each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched. - For and , the corresponding setup screen is displayed. - Each press of the button records the white balance data with the option. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white paper or cloth is positioned so it appears at the center of the LCD monitor and then press the button.
116 2 Various Shooting Methods Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the button. • When the Auto Rotate function is set to [On] and the LCD monitor is set to the detailed display mode during shooting, (normal), (right end is down) or down) will appear in the display. (left end is z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Various Shooting Methods 117 Setting the Display Overlays See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). * Shooting Mode * Only [Grid Lines] can be set. You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject.
118 Various Shooting Methods Creating an Image Destination (Folder) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Folder Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To create an additional folder, insert the check mark again.
Various Shooting Methods 119 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the [ ] menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. 2 Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [Auto Create] and the or button to select a creation date. 2. Use the or button to select [Time] and the or button to select a time. 3. Press the button. • displays when the specified time arrives.
120 Various Shooting Methods Resetting the File Number See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 206). Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name Continuous duplication when changing folders or memory cards.
Various Shooting Methods 121 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.
122 Playback/Erasing Playback/Erasing Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . • will display and 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. , or button to move around • If you press the FUNC./SET button while in magnified display, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display.
Playback/Erasing 123 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the , , or button to change the image selection. . Selected Image Movie To Return to Single Image Playback Press the zoom lever toward . Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.
124 Playback/Erasing Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. 1 Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time. Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jump to Movie Jumps to a movie. Jump to Folder Jumps to the first image of each folder. In single image playback mode, press the button.
Playback/Erasing 125 Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie Control Panel) Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display the movie file. 1. Use the or button to select a movie. 2. Press the button. • Images with a ies. 2 icon are mov- Play the movie. Movie Control Panel 1. Use the or button to select . 2. Press the button. • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again.
126 Playback/Erasing Operating the Movie Control Panel Ends playback and returns to single image playback Prints (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details.) Play Slow Motion Playback (You can use the the button to speed up playback.) button to slow down or 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.
Playback/Erasing 127 Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 270° or Rotate the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to rotate. 2. Press the 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.
128 Playback/Erasing 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 and the 1 button to have the previous image display from the left button to have the next image display from the right. Select [Transition]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 2 or Accept the setting. 1.
Playback/Erasing 129 Automated Playback (Auto Play) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 Select [Auto Play]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button. or • During automated playback, the following functions are possible: - Pausing/resuming the Auto Play: Press the FUNC.
130 Playback/Erasing 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. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image. - Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden. 1 Select [Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the button. 2.
Playback/Erasing 3 131 Correct the image. 1. Use the or button to select [Start]. 2. Press the button. 4 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 the step 5.
132 Playback/Erasing z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. z Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. z Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the (Red-Eye Correction) function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them. Add Correction Frame 1 Select [Add Frame]. 1.
Playback/Erasing 133 To correctly perform red-eye correction, take note of the following (refer to the image in step 2 on page 132): - Adjust the correction frame size so that it only surrounds the red-eye portion to be corrected. - When there are several subjects with red-eye, be sure to add one correction frame per subject. Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the or button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the button. 2 Adjust the position of the frame. 1.
134 Playback/Erasing Resizing Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels 1 Select [Resize]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 or Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to resize. 2. Press the button. • The FUNC./SET button is not selectable for images that cannot be resized. 3 Select the recording pixels. 1.
Playback/Erasing 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select [Yes]. 3. Press the button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. Movies and images shot in Widescreen mode cannot be resized.
136 Playback/Erasing Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 or Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to which you wish to attach a sound memo. 2. Press the button. • The sound memo control panel will display. 3 Record the memo. 1.
Playback/Erasing 137 Sound Memo Panel Use the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SET Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./SET button. z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 Select [Protect]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button.
138 Playback/Erasing Erasing All Images z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 or Erase the images. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. • Press the MENU button several times to complete the setting.
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 139 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF.
140 2 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Select the images. • Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 142). Standard ( )/Both ( ) 1. Use the or button to select the Number of Print Copies images. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). • When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue while images are being selected. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC.
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 141 All the Images on a Memory Card 1 Select [Select All Images]. 1. Set the mode switch to . 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the [ ] menu. 4. Use the or button to select [Select All Images]. 5. Press the button. • One copy of every image will be set to print. • When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light blue. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC.
142 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following settings can be selected. * Default setting Print Type Standard* Prints one image per page. Index Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format. Prints the images in both the standard and index formats. Both Date (On/Off*) Adds the date to the print. File No. (On/Off*) Adds the file number to the print.
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 143 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. - Standard or Both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers. z Images dated using (Postcard Date Imprint mode) (p. 71) are always printed with the date, regardless of the [Date] setting.
144 Print Settings/Transfer Settings 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.
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 145 All the Images on a Memory Card 1 Select [Transfer Order]. 1. Set the mode switch to 2. Press the button. 3. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select . 4. Press the button. 2 . or Select [Mark all]. 1. Use the or button to select [Mark all] 2. Press the button. • Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK]. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Press the MENU button several times to complete the setting.
146 Connecting to a TV Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. 1 2 Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. • Open the terminal cover and plug the AV cable in all the way. 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. VIDEO Yellow AUDIO IN Black 4 5 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. Turn on the camera.
Troubleshooting 147 Troubleshooting • • • • • • • • • Camera (p. 147) When the power is turned on (p. 148) LCD monitor (p. 148) Shooting (p. 150) Shooting movies (p. 154) Playback (p. 155) Battery (p. 156) TV monitor output (p. 156) Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 157) Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (p. 14). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the cover is securely closed (p. 8).
148 Troubleshooting Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. z The camera’s orientation mechanism is operating. There is no malfunction. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or z When recording to, erasing from or SDHC memory card’s write formatting the memory card, slide the protect tab is set to “Write write protect tab upward (p. 170). protect”. The Date/Time menu appears.
Troubleshooting 149 A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. z This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. This bar of light will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies. appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.
150 Troubleshooting Shooting Camera will not record. Mode switch is set to (playback). z Set the mode switch to (p. 14). (shooting) Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the indicator will light orange. Shooting is now possible (p. 41). Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (p. 10). z If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 56).
Troubleshooting AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. 151 z In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing. As the AF-assist Beam will not function when turned off, set it [On] to activate it (p. 45). Take care not to obstruct the AF-assist Beam with your hand when used. Subject is out of focal range. z Shoot with the subject at the correct focusing distance (p. 185).
152 Troubleshooting Too much light is shining z Change the shooting angle. directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. Flash is set to on. z Set the flash to (Flash off) (p. 64). Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds and (High ISO Auto) setting may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 100). z In , , and , modes in the mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. White dots appear on the image.
Troubleshooting 153 Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from z In the Rec. menu set the Red-Eye the eyes when the flash is setting to [On] (p. 88). For this mode used in dark areas. to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
154 Troubleshooting Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly. z Although the recording time may not display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card.
Troubleshooting 155 Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back z Computer images that cannot be images shot with another played back may play back if they are camera or images edited added to the camera using the with a computer. supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed with z Set the file name or location on the a computer or file location file format/structure of the camera. was changed.
156 Troubleshooting Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 168). Battery capacity drops due z If shooting in a cold location, warm to low ambient the batteries such as by placing them temperatures. in your pocket before using them. Battery terminals are dirty. z Wipe the terminals well with a dry cloth before use. z Reload the batteries several times.
Troubleshooting Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are z Securely connect the camera and not properly connected. printer with the specified cable. The printer power is not turned on. z Turn on the printer power. The print connection method z In the [ ] menu, select [Print is not correct. Method] and select [Auto] (p. 48).
158 List of Messages List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded to the memory card, or the playback mode is starting up. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation (p. 10).
List of Messages 159 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.
160 List of Messages Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera. Or you attempted to resize an image recorded using , or already resized to . Cannot Modify Cannot apply red-eye correction as no red-eye is detected.
List of Messages 161 Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in a location with excessive dust or sand in the air. Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
162 Appendix 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.
Appendix 163 Warnings Equipment z Do not point the camera directly at the sun or bright light sources. Doing so could damage the camera's CCD or your eyesight. z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury. • Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation. • Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
164 Appendix Equipment z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. z Use only recommended power accessories. z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.
Appendix 165 Battery z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. z The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
166 Appendix Cautions Equipment z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug. Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
Appendix 167 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.
168 Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Battery charge is low. If using the camera for an extended period, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Change the batteries Batteries are fully depleted and the camera can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately. Battery Handling Precautions z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately).
Appendix 169 z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual.
170 Appendix Handling the Memory Card SD memory card or SDHC memory card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card) Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
Appendix 171 Formatting z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem.
172 Appendix Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries.
Appendix 173 z Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt: - If the battery usage time has considerably diminished - If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished - When charging the batteries (insert and remove the batteries two or three times before charging) - When charging completes in a space of a few minutes (the battery charger indicator remains lit) z You may not be able to ful
174 Appendix z It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been depleted. When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F). z The charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state.
Appendix 175 Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WCDC58N, Tele-converter TC-DC58N and Close-up lens 250D (58 mm). In order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58G. z When attaching the wide converter, tele-converter or closeup lens be sure to screw it on securely. If they come loose, they may fall from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury from shattered glass.
176 Appendix Close-up lens 250D (58 mm) This lens makes taking macro shots easy. Focusing Range and Image Area Maximum wide angle Focusing range (from end of lens) Normal mode Macro mode Maximum telephoto Focusing range (from end of lens) Image area at minimum focusing distance 18 - 25 cm 183 x 137 mm 18 - 25 cm (7.1 - 9.8 in.) (7.2 - 5.4 in.) (7.1 - 9.8 in.) 36 x 27 mm (1.4 - 1.1 in.) 0 - 17 cm (0 - 6.7 in.) Image area at minimum focusing distance 46 x 34 mm (1.8 - 1.3 in.
Appendix 177 Attaching a Lens 1 2 Be sure that the camera is turned off. Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow (b). b a Ring Release Button Ring 3 4 When the mark on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring. Detach the front section of the conversion lens adapter (p. 176). • Keep the front and rear sections of the conversion lens adapter together to attach a close-up lens to the camera.
178 5 Appendix Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the mark on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the mark on the camera. • To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button. 6 Set the lens on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely. z Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use.
Appendix 179 Converter Settings Settings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 68) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N, Tele-converter TC-DC58N or Closeup lens 250D attached. 1 2 Set the mode switch to Select [Converter]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select [Converter]. 3 . or Accept the setting. 1. Use the or button to select [WC-DC58N], [TC-DC58N] or [250D]. 2. Press the button. • Select the attached converter.
180 Appendix Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
Appendix 181 z For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. z Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both. z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed.
182 Appendix Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire relatively quickly after you purchase the camera. This is because it is installed in the camera at the point of manufacture, not when you make the purchase.
Appendix 4 5 6 7 8 183 Remove the battery holder in the direction indicated by the arrow. 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 cover. When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 12). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.
184 Appendix 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.
Appendix 185 Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A720 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8.0 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 8.3 million) Lens : 5.8 (W) – 34.8 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) – 210 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) – f/4.8 (T) Digital Zoom : Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx.
186 Appendix Metering System : Evaluative*1, Center-weighted average or Spot*2 *1 When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect], the brightness of the face is also evaluated *2 Fixed to center/AF Point Exposure Compensation : ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) : Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/ 800/1600 White Balance : Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Underwater or Custom Built-in Flash : Auto*, on*,
Appendix 187 Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus memory card/HC MMCplus memory card File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type (Still images) : Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) (Movies) : AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers.
188 Appendix Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or reverse through magnified images possible), Jump (it is possible to jump to every tenth or hundredth image, to the first image of each shooting date, to movies or to the first image in each folder. In index playback mode, it displays 9 images at once.), Auto Play, Red-Eye Correction, Sound memos (up to 1 min.), Movie (slow motion play back possible) or Resize.
Appendix 189 Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor On (Based on the CIPA standard) LCD Monitor Off AA-size Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) Approx. 140 images Approx. 500 images Approx. 9 hours AA-size NiMH Batteries (NB-3AH (fully charged)) Approx. 400 images Approx. 900 images Approx. 11 hours Playback Time z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded.
190 Appendix Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels (Large) 3264 x 2448 pixels (Medium 1) 2592 x 1944 pixels (Medium 2) 2048 x 1536 pixels (Medium 3) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Small) 640 x 480 pixels (Post card) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Widescreen) 3264 x 1832 pixels • Compress ion 16MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 3 35 139 6 59 231 13 123 479 5 49 190 9 87 339 19 173 671 8 76 295 15 136 529 30 269 1041 13 121 471 24 217 839 47 411 159
Appendix 191 Movie :Card included with the camera Recording Pixels /Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. Standard Compact 16MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 6 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min. 9 sec. 640 x 480 pixels 14 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 8 min. 14 sec. 30 frames/sec. LP 320 x 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 20 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 160 x 120 pixels 15 frames/sec. 1 min. 40 sec. 55 min. 57 sec. • Maximum movie clip length at 14 min. 29 sec. : 3 min.
192 Appendix Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels 3264 x 2448 pixels 3436 KB 2060 KB 2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 2048 x 1536 pixels 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB 640 x 480 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels — 3264 x 1832 pixels 2601 KB 558 KB 1540 KB Frame Rate/Recording Pixels Standard Compact 980 KB — 736 KB File size 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. 1920 KB/sec. 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec.
Appendix 193 MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.
194 Appendix Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA*1, 1275 mA*2 Charging Time Approx. 4 hours 40 min.*1, Approx. 2 hours*2 Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Dimensions 65.0 x 105.0 x 27.5 mm (2.56 x 4.13 x 1.08 in.) Weight (body only) Approx. 95 g (3.35 oz.
Appendix 195 Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 1.75x Focal Length*4 368 mm (35mm film equivalent) Focusing Range*4 Approx. 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) – infinity (T)*2 Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread*3 Dimensions Diameter: 75.0 mm (3.0 in.) Length: 50.0 mm (2.0 in.) Weight Approx. 185 g (6.53 oz.) Close-up Lens 250D 58 mm (Sold Separately) Focusing Range (from front of lens) 18 – 25 cm (7.1 – 9.8 in.
196 Index Index Numerics 1st-curtain ................................ 112 2nd-curtain ............................... 112 3:2 Guide ................................. 117 A AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ............ 174 AE Lock ..................................... 98 AF Frame ............................. 50, 90 AF Lock ..................................... 95 AF-assist Beam .................. 45, 151 AiAF .......................................... 90 Aperture Value ..................... 85, 86 Auto Play .......
Index Histogram ..................................54 I Image Data Sizes (Estimated) ...192 Image Stabilizer Function ...........68 Index Playback .........................123 Indicator .....................................41 Interface Cable .....................22, 26 ISO Speed ...............................100 J Jump (Image Search) ...............124 L Language ...................................13 LCD Monitor Night Display .........................49 Playback Information ............
198 Index S Z Safety FE ................................. 113 Safety MF .................................. 97 Safety Zoom ............................... 62 Self-Timer .................................. 66 Shooting .................................... 14 Shooting Mode Creative Zone ....................... 73 Av ...................................... 85 M ....................................... 86 P ....................................... 82 Tv ......................................
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204 FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1251 systems) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
205 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.
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