ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA Camera User Guide CDI-E144-010 Camera User Guide z Please read the Read This First section (p. 4). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
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Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software Symbols Used Icons under title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to , , , , , , , , , , or . Using the Flash Mode Dial This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation.
Table of Contents Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Read This First ..................................................4 Please Read ..................................................... 4 Safety Precautions ........................................... 6 Preventing Malfunctions ................................. 11 Components Guide .........................................12 Preparing the Camera .....................................
Table of Contents Menu Settings and Default Settings ............... 69 Resetting the Settings to Default.................... 75 Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) ............. 76 Program AE........................................... 77 Setting the Shutter Speed ..................... 77 Setting the Aperture .............................. 79 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture .....80 Select the AF Frame ...................................... 81 Setting an AF Frame Manually .............
Read This First 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.
Read This First Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
Read This First Safety Precautions z Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
Read This First z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged.
Read This First z Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.
Read This First z The camera terminal of the compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. z Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter, tele-converter, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury.
Read This First z Ensure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is plugged into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger varies according to region. z Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the cable or plug is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet. z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug.
Read This First Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields 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. Avoid Condensation Related Problems Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces.
Components Guide Shooting Mode Dial (p. 39) Speaker Shutter Button (p. 34) Power Lamp (p. 14) ON/OFF Button (p. 31) Viewfinder Window (p. 36) Flash (p. 43) AF-assist Beam (p. 36) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 44) Self-timer Lamp (p. 46) Zoom Lever (p. 34, 47, 58, 59, 60) Microphone A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal (p. 117) Ring Release Button Lens Ring Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal (p. 111) The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.
Components Guide LCD Monitor (p. 26, 28) Strap Mount Mode Switch (p. 32) Attaching the wrist strap* Indicators (p. 14) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 18) DC IN Terminal (p. 134) SET / (AF Frame Selector) Button (p. 81) MENU Button (p. 67) Tripod Socket (Flash) / Up Button (p. 43, 66) Right Button (p. 66) Left Button (p. 66) (Macro)/ MF(Manual Focus)/ Down Button (p. 45, 66, 93) FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 64, 66) Battery Cover (p. 15) (Print/Share) Button (p.
Components Guide Shooting Mode Dial Creative Zone • Auto Image Zone Indicators Use the shooting mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes. : Auto (p. 34) The camera automatically selects settings. • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 39) : Landscape (p. 39) : Night Scene (p. 39) : Fast Shutter (p. 39) : Slow Shutter (p. 39) : Special Scene (p. 39, 51) : Stitch Assist (p. 39, 49) : Movie (p.
Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries 1 2 Be sure that the camera power is off. 3 Insert the batteries as shown. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow, and open the cover. Positive end (+) Negative end (-) 4 Close the battery cover. When the upper indicator blinks green, do not turn off the power or open the battery cover. The camera is writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or from the CF card.
Preparing the Camera z Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according to brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase may not be as long as the batteries that came with the camera. z Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications, alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries.
Preparing the Camera Battery Status Indications WARNING Never use batteries that look like this. Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off. The LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you know when batteries are low or depleted. Batteries are beginning to run low. Power lamp Replace or recharge the batteries if blinks green you wish to continue using the camera.
Preparing the Camera 4 Installing a CF Card 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the CF card slot cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. 3 Insert the CF card with the label facing up. Mark z Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. CF card eject button Card label z To remove the CF card, press the CF card eject button and pull the card out. 18 Close the CF card slot cover securely.
Preparing the Camera About CF Cards Formatting a CF Card You should always format a new CF card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting a CF card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. Please check the contents of the CF card before formatting it. 1 2 Turn the power on (p. 31). 3 Select (Format) using the up or down button and press the SET button. Open the LCD monitor (p. 24) and press the MENU button.
Preparing the Camera 4 Select [OK] using the left or right button and press the SET button. z To cancel formatting instead, select [Cancel] and press the SET button. z The capacity of the CF card displayed after formatting will be less than the rated capacity of the CF card. This is not a malfunction of the CF card or camera. 5 20 Press the MENU button. z If the camera does not work properly, the inserted CF card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem.
Preparing the Camera Setting the Date/Time 1 2 3 Turn the power on (p. 31). Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left or right button. Press the up or down button to select (Date/ Time), and then press the SET button. Set the date and time. z Press the left or right button to select the item you wish to set. z Press the up or down button to change its value. z The date can be set up to the year 2030. 5 6 Press the SET button. Press the MENU button.
Preparing the Camera Charging the date/time battery z The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery for saving settings such as the date and time. This battery is recharged by the AA-size batteries while it is in the camera. Right after purchasing the camera, leave fully charged batteries in the camera, or plug in the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately), for about 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is turned off.
Preparing the Camera 4 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Select a language using the up, down, left or right button and press the SET button. z The setting menu will reappear without changing the language setting if you press the MENU button instead of the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button. Shortcut Operation The Language menu can also be displayed in Playback mode by holding down the SET button and pressing the MENU button.
Preparing the Camera Opening the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to check an image during shooting, to play back recorded images or to adjust menu settings. It can be opened to the following range of positions. The LCD monitor will automatically turn off when it clicks shut against the camera body. For protection, always close the LCD monitor after use. Opened right to left 180 degrees. The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below.
Preparing the Camera 2 The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the monitor is used under sunlight or other strong lighting. This is not a defect. Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body. • Fold it until it clicks into place against the camera body. If it is not fully closed, the image will appear reversed and icons and messages will not display. • Icons and messages will appear and images will show properly (not reversed) when the LCD monitor is folded against the camera until it clicks.
Preparing the Camera Using the LCD Monitor Pressing the DISP. button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Shooting Mode DISP. Button Standard (No Information) Detailed (Information View) AF Frame Spot AE Point Frame Shutter Speed DISP. Button DISP. Button Aperture Value • Still images: Shots Remaining • Movies (seconds): - Remaining Movie Time - Elapsed Time Off The AF frame changes according to its setting (LCD monitor On). AF Frame set to [AiAF] (p.
Preparing the Camera Icons Displayed in Shooting Mode Shooting Mode p. 85 p. 86 p. 46, 48 p. 89 p. 90 p. 83 p. 41 p. 41, 54 p. 43 p. 44 p. 45 p. 93 p. 95 p. 56 p. 47 p. 14 p. 17 *1:The icons of all the SCN mode options appear (p. 51). *2:Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects. These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated.
Preparing the Camera Playback Mode Standard File Number DISP. Button DISP. Button No Display Image Number and Total (Display Image/Total) Shooting Date/Time Aperture Value Detailed* Histogram Shutter Speed DISP. Button Compression Resolution (Still image) Sound memo (WAVE file) Movie Protection Status 28 p. 41 p. 41 p. 98 p. 56 p. 100 Movie Length * Detailed Display is not available in index playback (9 images).
Preparing the Camera Icons Displayed in Playback Mode (Detailed Display) *2 Shooting Mode p. 39, 76 Exposure Compensation White Balance Photo Effects ISO Speed Flash Macro Mode Manual Focus Light Metering Mode Resolution (Movies) Low Battery p. 85 p. 86 p. 90 p. 89 p. 43 p. 45 p. 93 p. 83 p. 41 p. 17 In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture value, histogram and recorded movie time are displayed as in the example in the figure on the left. *1: Each mode of the SCN mode appears (p. 51).
Preparing the Camera z While a recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can check the exposure with the graph (see About the Histogram (below)) that shows the distribution of the brightness data. If the exposure requires adjustment, set the exposure compensation and re-shoot. (Press the DISP. button if the histogram and other information is not shown.
Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Camera On Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green (p. 14). Shooting Mode z Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor. Current shooting settings will disappear in approximately 6 seconds when the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information) or off (p. 26) Playback Mode z The LCD monitor displays an image. Turning the Camera Off 1 Press the ON/OFF button again to turn the power off.
Basic Functions Playback mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed. Printer connection mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the last time a camera control is accessed. When the Auto Power Down Function Activates Press the ON/OFF button again. [Off]: The power saving function does not activate. z Display Off The LCD monitor automatically shuts off approximately 1 minute* after the last time a camera control is accessed.
Basic Functions Playback Mode Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions zOpen the LCD monitor and slide the mode switch to . • When a printer (sold separately) is connected, images can be printed (see the Direct Print User Guide). • When the camera is connected to a computer, recorded images can be downloaded to and viewed with a computer (p. 108). When a printer (sold separately) is properly connected, the , , or icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Shooting – The Basics See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 159) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which Shooting modes. 5 :Magnifies the size of the subject (Telephoto) Auto Mode Mode Dial In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 32). 2 Turn the shooting mode dial to . 3 4 Open the LCD monitor if desired.
Shooting – The Basics Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. 7 Press the shutter button all the way. Pressing Fully Pressing fully releases the shutter. • You will hear the shutter sound when the shot is complete. Do not move the camera until you hear this sound. • The upper indicator blinks green while data is recorded onto the CF card. z See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
Shooting – The Basics Shooting with the Viewfinder You can save power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 26) and using the viewfinder to shoot. 1 Compose the image so that the subject appears in the center of the frame in the viewfinder (autofocus range). Shows approximate center of the image Viewfinder window About the Autofocus Function This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence autofocus) technology, which uses a broad metering field to calculate the focal distance with high precision.
Shooting – The Basics Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting Mode Dial After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD monitor for two seconds. In addition, the image will keep on displaying regardless of the review duration setting if one of the following operations is performed. z Keeping the shutter button fully pressed z Pressing the SET button while the image is displayed* Press the shutter button halfway again to stop displaying it so that you can shoot the next image.
Shooting – The Basics Changing the Image Display Duration The length of time images are displayed after a photo has been taken can be changed from 2 seconds to 10 seconds or turned off. 1 Press the MENU button. z The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. 2 Select (Review) using the up or down button. 3 Select a duration setting using the left or right button and press the MENU button. z With the [Off] option, the image will not display. z With the [2 sec.] to [10 sec.
Shooting – The Basics Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone) Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the shooting mode dial. Portrait Movie Stitch Assist Special Scene Use this mode when taking shots that you want to combine into a panorama (p. 49). Use this mode when you want the subject to appear sharp and the background to blur. Landscape Use this mode to shoot spacious landscape scenes.
Shooting – The Basics 1 Turn the shooting mode dial and set the icon of the mode you wish to use to . z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 34). and Shooting Modes Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake. z See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode. z Tips for each function: Portrait Mode • You can achieve a better blurring effect of the background by making sure the upper half of your subject fills the entire LCD monitor or viewfinder.
Shooting – The Basics Changing the Resolution and Compression * Mode Dial * The Postcard Print mode is not available in and * . Resolution L (Large) S (Small) z Print up to A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) prints z Print up to Letter size* 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) prints z Print postcard size 148 x 100 mm (6 x 4 in.) prints z Print L size 119 x 89 mm Low (4.7 x 3.5 in.
Shooting – The Basics 3 Select the resolution you wish to set using the left or right button. Excluding Number of recordable images (Only displayed when the resolution, compression or file format is selected) 4 5 Press the SET button. Select the compression you wish to set using the left or right button. z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. This screen will appear again, once the image is shot. 6 42 Press the FUNC. button.
Shooting – The Basics z You can switch between settings by pressing the button. Using the Flash * Mode Dial * In When the red-eye reduction function is on (Fireworks), the flash is prohibited. Use the flash according to the guidelines below. Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. Flash on with The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash always fire. red-eye reduction 1 Flash on The flash always fires. Flash off The flash does not fire.
Shooting – The Basics z When shooting in any mode other than mode, the flash fires with automatic adjustments. z The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the camera to obtain the subject’s exposure data so that the main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the shot. z In mode, the flash fires with the manually set adjustments. z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/500 second.
Shooting – The Basics z Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode (p. 34). Macro Mode * Mode Dial * Macro mode is not available in and . 1 Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. 2 Press the button. z The icon appears on the LCD monitor. z Pressing the button again cancels the macro mode. 3 *1 *2 Closest focal distance. Maximum optical telephoto setting. Shoot the image. z The lower indicator will light yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Shooting – The Basics Self-timer Mode Dial 1 Press the FUNC. button and select * (Drive Mode) using the up or down button. * The current setting is displayed. 2 Select or using the left or right button and press the FUNC. button. z When is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 10 seconds, and when is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 2 seconds, after you press the shutter button. 3 Shoot the image.
Shooting – The Basics z Press the lever toward Digital Zoom to zoom back out. Mode Dial z Approximately 3.8x, 4.9x, 6.1x, 7.6x, 9.3x and 12x 1 2 Press the DISP. button to turn the LCD monitor on. 5 Shoot the image. z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 34). In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select (Digital Zoom). The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is off. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 3 Select [On] using the left or right button and press the MENU button.
Shooting – The Basics Continuous Shooting 3 Select or using the left or right button and press the FUNC. button. 4 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 5 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. Mode Dial Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is pressed. Use this mode to view the Standard images on the LCD monitor as Continuous you shoot continuously. The Shooting shutter interval is longer in this mode than in mode.
Shooting – The Basics Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Mode Dial To merge the images on a computer, use PhotoStitch, one of the supplied software programs. The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them. When shooting, try to include a distinctive item (landmark) in the overlapping portions. The Basics Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer.
Shooting – The Basics z For good results, pan (swivel) the camera to take successive shots. z To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel to the subject as you move it. 3 4 Shooting Images can be shot in the following 2 sequences in Stitch Assist mode. 1 Left Right Left to right horizontally Left Right Right to left horizontally Turn the Shooting mode dial to . Select the shooting sequence using the left or right button and press the SET button.
Shooting – The Basics See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode. Special Scene Mode Mode Dial By simply selecting one of the following 8 modes, you can shoot the image with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Foliage Appropriate for shooting images with flowers, leaves or trees to enhance color. Snow Appropriate for shooting the subject against the backdrop of snowy mountains while preventing dark subjects and bluish backgrounds.
Shooting – The Basics Appropriate for shooting images with the Waterproof Case WPDC50 (sold separately). This mode uses an optimal white Underwater balance setting to reduce bluish tones and record images with natural hues. The flash is controlled to fire as seldom as possible. Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. The exposure is regulated so as to avoid the use of flash as much as possible.
Shooting – The Basics Snow Beach Fireworks Night Snapshot Kids & Pets Indoor Underwater The Basics Foliage In mode, the shutter speed slows down. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. In , , and modes, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. In , shooting subjects in the following range: 1 to 4 m (3.3 to 13 ft.) (telephoto end) or 1 m (3.3 ft.) ~ infinity (other zooming positions). z z z z See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
Shooting – The Basics Postcard Print Mode Mode Dial You can shoot images with settings appropriate for postcard size printing. • When printing standard image data to postcard size, sometimes the top and bottom sides may not get printed. • By shooting images in the Postcard Print mode, you can check the printing area (vertical/ horizontal ratio of 3:2) beforehand. In addition, the resolution locks to M2 (1600 x 1200) and the compression locks to the (Fine) setting, rendering smaller file sizes.
Shooting – The Basics Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date on image data when is selected. The date will be printed on your images even if it has not been set by the computer or printer. z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p. 21). z You cannot embed the date on image data when is not selected. 1 Check that appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Select (Date Stamp) in the [ (Rec.)] menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66).
Shooting – The Basics Movie Mode Mode Dial Use this mode to shoot movies. The resolution can be set to [ (640 × 480)], [ (320 × 240)] or [ (160 × 120)] (p. 41). 1 Turn the Shooting mode dial to . z The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum recording time (in seconds). 2 Press the shutter button all the way. z Shooting and sound recording starts simultaneously. z During the shooting a red circle appears in the upper right of the LCD monitor.
Shooting – The Basics The Basics z Be careful not to touch the microphone while shooting. z The AE, AF, white balance and zoom settings are set and locked to the settings of the first frame. z After a shot, the upper indicator blinks green while the movie clip is being recorded to the CF card. You cannot shoot again until it stops blinking. z See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode. z Sound is recorded monaurally. z There is no shutter sound in movie mode. z QuickTime 3.
Playback – The Basics Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback) You may not be able to play back images that have been shot with another camera or edited on a computer with other software applications. You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. 1 Open the LCD monitor. z Press the DISP. button to show the data for the displayed image (p. 28). z Press the button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 64).
Playback – The Basics z You can move around the magnified image using the up, down, left or right button. z Pressing the zoom lever toward while holding the SET button down magnifies the image approx. 2.5 times, approx. 5 times and 10 times in order. 2 3 Press the zoom lever toward Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified. Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Change the image selection using the up, down, left or right button.
Playback – The Basics Jumping Between Images Viewing/Editing Movies The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in index playback. Viewing Movies 1 You can playback the images shot in Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback (p. 59). 1 3 2 Change the image selection. z Jump 9 images back or forward using the left or right button. z Pressing the left or right button while holding the SET button displays the first set or last set of 9 images. .
Playback – The Basics z When a movie has finished playing, it will display the last frame. If the SET button is pressed in this state, the camera will revert to the movie playback panel. If the SET button is pressed again, the movie will start playing from the first frame. You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources. z The volume at which movies play back can also be adjusted in the Set up menu (p. 71). z If [Mute] (p.
Playback – The Basics 2 Select (Edit) using the left or right button and press the SET button. z The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar appear. 3 Select an editing method using the up or down button. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar (Cut Beginning): Deletes frames from the beginning of the movie. z (Cut End): Deletes frames from the end of the movie. z (Exit): Reverts to the movie playback panel. z 4 62 Select the range you wish to delete using the left or right button.
Playback – The Basics z [New File] : Saves the edited movie under a new file name. The original data is not deleted. z When there is not enough space left on the CF card, only the overwrite function is available. If this happens, a small appears on the counter of the movie editing bar. The Basics z Protected movies cannot be edited. z It may take approx. 3 minutes to save an edited movie. In case the battery runs out during that period, the saving process may not be able to be completed.
Erasing Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. Erasing All Images 1 Erasing Images Individually 1 2 Slide the mode switch to . Select the image you wish to erase using the left or right button and press the button. z A confirmation screen appears. 3 Select [Erase] using the left or right button and press the SET button. z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel] and press the SET button.
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Shooting – Advanced Functions Selecting Menus and Settings Selecting Settings with the FUNC. Button (Shooting Mode Only) 3.Select a FUNC. menu option using the up or down button. 4.Select the setting contents using the left or right button. 2. Exposure Compensation (±0) (p. 85) Flash Output (p. 91) Resolution ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 66 White Balance( Slide the mode switch to ) (p. 86) . Press the FUNC. button. Resolution (Movies) ( Drive Mode ( ) (p. 41) ) (p. 46, 48) Compression ( Select a FUNC.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Selecting Settings with the MENU Button 1 2 Press the MENU button. Use the left or right button to switch between menus. z You can also switch between menus using the zoom lever. Shooting Mode Playback Mode 3 4 Rec. Menu Play Menu Set up Menu My Camera Menu z For items with [...] next to them, push the SET button and carry out the settings from the next displayed menu. Once the settings are complete, press the SET button again and confirm these settings.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z Some menu items may not be available for selection according to the Shooting mode (p. 159). z You can apply a desired image and sound to and in the My Camera menu. For details, see the Registering My Camera Settings (p. 121) or the Software Starter Guide. z The default of all the settings changed by the menu and button operations except for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] can be restored all at once (p. 75).
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Settings and Default Settings Rec. Menu Menu Item Setting Content 81 Advanced Functions Sets the camera so that it will either automatically select the AF frame and shoot, or shoot with the AF frame fixed in the center or in the manually set frame. • AiAF*/FlexiZone/Center Sets whether or not the red-eye reduction lamp fires.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Item Review Reverse Disp. Date Stamp Save Settings Setting Content Sets the duration images display on the LCD monitor after the shutter button is released. • Off/2* to 10 sec. Sets whether or not the image will be displayed in reverse, as with a mirror, when the LCD monitor is turned 180 degrees. • On*/Off Sets the date format to be embedded in image data when is selected. • Off*/Date/Date & Time Saves settings selected in the Rec.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Item Setting Content Transfer Order Specifies images before downloading to a computer Reference Page 107 Set up Menu Menu Item Volume Set [On] to mute the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound all at once. For details, see How the Mute setting in the [ (Set up)] menu and each sound setting in the [ (My Camera)] menu are related on page 74. • On/Off * Note that the warning signal beeps even when the Mute setting is [On].
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Item Setting Content Selftimer Vol. Adjusts the volume of the self-timer sound played 2 sec. before the shutter is released. Shutter Volume Volume Adjusts the Shutter Sound volume when the shutter button is pressed all the way. There is no shutter sound in Movie mode. Playback Vol. Adjusts the sound volume when a sound memo or movie is played. The Auto Power Down and Display Off settings can be set by pressing the SET button.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Item Setting Content 95 93 Advanced Functions Sets whether or not images shot with the camera held vertically are automatically rotated in the display. • On*/Off Sets the format of the MF indicator’s displayed distance units. Distance Units • m/cm* • ft./in. Sets the language used in the menus and messages on the LCD monitor.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound used on this camera. These are called My Camera settings. You can also customize the and options for each item with images from the CF card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide for details.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Resetting the Settings to Default You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default. 1 Turn the power on. z Can be performed from Shooting or Playback mode. 2 z The message “Reset settings to default?” appears on the LCD monitor. 3 Press the left or right button to select [OK], and press the SET button. When the camera is in Shooting mode and mode dial is set to C, only C mode settings will revert to default.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) Mode Dial You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes. After settings are made, shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 34). See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 159) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which shooting modes. z If the LCD monitor is on, the shutter speed and aperture value appear automatically.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. Differences between the and Modes. z The following settings can be adjusted in mode, but not in mode.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z When the AF frame is set to FlexiZone, you can switch between shutter speed and AF frame each time the SET button is pressed (p. 82). z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears on the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting. z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows. Aperture Value F2.8 Wide Angle F3.2 - 4.0 F4.5 - 8.0 F4.9 Telephoto F5.6 - 7.1 F8.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Setting the Aperture z If the shutter speed shows in red on the LCD monitor, the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or overexposed (too much light). Adjust the aperture value using the left or right button until the shutter speed display turns white. z Some aperture values may not be available with certain zoom positions (p. 78). z When the AF frame is set to FlexiZone, you can switch between aperture value and AF frame each time the SET button is pressed (p. 82).
Shooting – Advanced Functions Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. You can select settings such as a long exposure to suit your purpose. z When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than ±2 stops, “-2” or “+2” appears in red.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Select the AF Frame Mode Dial You can change the autofocus frame (AF frame) selection method. The AF frame will appear when the LCD monitor is turned on (p. 26). The camera automatically selects between 9 AF AiAF frames to focus on (Auto Selection) according to the shooting conditions. indicates the AF frame which appears on the monitor Of 9 AF frames, the middle one is selected to Center focus.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 2 3 Select the desired AF frame using the left or right button. Press the MENU button. z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF frame by pressing the shutter button instead of pressing the MENU button. For operation when [FlexiZone] has been selected, see Setting an AF Frame Manually (on the right). Setting an AF Frame Manually Mode Dial You can move the AF frame manually to the desired position.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 7 Press the button. z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF frame by pressing the shutter button instead of pressing button. z The AF frame will move back to its original position (Center), if you hold down the button. Shutter speed / AF frame Aperture value / AF frame Shutter speed / Aperture value / AF frame Mode Dial Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 1 Select * (Evaluative) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). * The current setting is displayed. 2 Select a light metering mode using the left or right button and press the FUNC. button. If you have selected (Spot AE Point), go to step 3. If you have selected (Evaluative Light Metering) or (Center-weighted Averaging), shoot the image. 3 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Spot AE Point]. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66).
Shooting – Advanced Functions Adjusting the Exposure Mode Dial Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background in the night. 1 3 Press the FUNC. button. z To cancel the exposure compensation, return the setting to 0 using the left or right button. See Photo Tips and Information (p. 150). Advanced Functions Select * (+/(Exp.)) in the FUNC. menu.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Custom Mode Dial When the white balance is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows.
Shooting – Advanced Functions The white balance cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to (sepia) or (B/W) (p. 90). Setting a Custom White Balance z Shooting close-ups (Macro mode) z Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea, or forest) z Shooting with a peculiar source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) Select menu. * (Auto) in the FUNC. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). * The current setting is displayed. 2 Select (Custom) using the left or right button.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z You are recommended to set the white balance when shooting in the following conditions. - The shooting mode dial is set to and the exposure compensation is set to ±0. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completely black or white). - The zoom is positioned to the telephoto end setting. Set the digital zoom to [Off]. - A Shooting mode other than is selected. In mode, white balance data cannot be read.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Changing the ISO Speed Mode Dial By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This function is convenient when you want to prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark conditions. Select * (ISO Speed) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). * The current setting is displayed.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Changing the Photo Effect 1 Mode Dial You can shoot with different saturation and contrast color effects. Effect Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in bold color. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Low Records subjects with Sharpening softened outlines. 90 Sepia Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white. Select * (Effect Off) in the FUNC.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Adjusting the Flash Output Mode Dial In mode, the flash output can be controlled in three steps when shooting. 1 Select (Flash Output) in the FUNC. menu. When the flash output is low, less shadow appears in the image. However, when shooting a wide scene or area, the image will likely be darker due to insufficient light. When adjusting the flash output, consider all the shooting conditions, including the distance to the subject.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus Mode Dial The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Subjects mixing close and far objects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition • Subjects that are moving quickly • When shooting through glass, get as close as possible to avoid reflection off the glass.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z The AF lock setting will cancel if the MF button is pressed again. 2 Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. AF lock is not available in modes. and The focus can be manually set. 1 Press the MF button until appears. indicator z The indicator appears. z When the [ (Rec.)] menu's [MF-Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in that frame will appear magnified.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 2 Focus using the left or right button and shoot the image. z Adjust the focus using the left or right button until the image appears focused on the LCD monitor. z Pressing the MF button again cancels the manual focus mode. z You can use manual focus in the macro focal distance 5 to 45 cm (2.0 in. to 1.5 ft.) at wide angle end and 25 to 45 cm (9.8 in. to 1.5 ft.) at telephoto end. In this case, the fine scale is adopted.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z Shooting menu settings z Zoom location z Manual focus location 3 Select [Save Settings] in the [ (Rec.)] menu and press the SET button. 4 Select [OK] and press the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button. z The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. z Saved settings can be reset (p. 75).
Shooting – Advanced Functions z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Check that the arrow is pointing in the right direction and if it is not, then set the Auto Rotate function to [Off]. z Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to [On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images.
Playback – Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the Display You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor. (Original) 270° In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Rotate) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 z Rotated images can be magnified (p. 58). z Images taken vertically with the auto rotate function (p. 95) set to [On] will automatically be rotated to the vertical position when viewed on the LCD monitor.
Playback – Advanced Functions Attaching Sound Memos to Image In Playback mode (including single image playback, index playback and magnified playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data are saved in WAVE format. 1 Select (Sound Memo) in the [ (Play)] menu and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). z appears. 2 Select the image to which you wish to attach the sound memo using the left or right button, and press the SET button.
Playback – Advanced Functions z You can also adjust the volume of the sound memo in the Set up menu (p. 71). z If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up menu (p. 71), no sound is reproduced. However, you can resume the sound and adjust the volume during sound playback by using the up or down button. Auto Play Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the CF card (Auto Play). The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds.
Playback – Advanced Functions z The display interval may vary for some images. z Movie images play for the length of time that they were recorded. z The power saving function is disabled during Auto Play (p. 99). Protecting Images Use the protect feature to protect important images from accidental erasure. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Protect) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66).
Various Functions About Printing There are two ways of printing images shot with this camera. z You can easily print images stored in the CF card by connecting the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1 with a cable and then pressing the camera’s button. z You can specify the images on your CF card you want to print and how many copies you want (DPOF*2 Print Settings), and then take the CF card to a participating photo lab that supports DPOF to have them printed out later.
Various Functions Print settings (DPOF Print Settings) (p. 103) Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) (p. 107) Direct Print Compatible Printers Direct Print Compatible Printing - For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. - Also, refer to your printer's manual.
Various Functions DPOF Print Settings Selecting Images for Printing You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer. Refer to the Direct Print User Guide for instructions on how to select print settings from the printer. 1 z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66).
Various Functions z When the print type (p. 105) is set to [Index], select an image using the left or right button and mark or remove marks from images using the up or down button. A check mark appears on the marked image. z You can press the zoom lever toward and use the same procedures to select images in index playback (three images). All the Images on a CF Card z Press the zoom lever toward to switch to index playback (three images).
Various Functions Setting the Print Style 3 Select (Print Type), (Date) or (File No.) using the up or down button. 4 Select a setting using the left or right button. You can set up the print style as follows. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Print Order) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 66). 2 Print Type Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. Various Functions Standard Prints one image per page.
Various Functions 5 Press the MENU button. z The set up menu will close and the Print Order menu will reappear. z When [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. z Both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] if [Print Type] is set to [Both] or [Standard]. However, when connected to a CP printer, only the date is printed for the standard print and only the file number is printed for the index print.
Various Functions Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) z The mark may appear on images that have had transfer marks set by another DPOF compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by any marks set by your camera. Selecting Images for Transferring 1 Select [Order] using the left or right button and press the SET button. z You can remove all the transfer marks at once by selecting [Reset]. 3 Select images for transferring.
Various Functions All the Images on a CF Card z Press the zoom lever toward to switch to index playback (three images). z Press the SET button, select [Mark all] using the up or down button and press the SET button again to mark all the images. (If you select [Clear all] instead of [Mark all], you can remove marks from all the images.) z You can select images using the left or right button and change the settings using the up or down button after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been selected.
Various Functions Windows XP Mac OS X z With this method, you download images using computer commands without installing any software. See Connecting the Camera to a Computer (below) (software installation is not required) and Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing the Software (p. 115). z Downloading Directly from a CF Card See Downloading Directly from a CF card (p. 116).
Various Functions z Macintosh Mac OS 9.0 – 9.2, Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2/v10.3) Computer The above OS should be pre-installed Model on computers with built-in USB ports. CPU PowerPC Mac OS 9.0 – 9.2: 64 MB or more of application memory RAM Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2/v10.
Various Functions 1 Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (first time only). DIGITALTerminal 1. Open the terminal cover with your finger nail. z Please see the Software Starter Guide for the installation procedures. 2 2. Hold the USB connector so the side is up, then insert it into the DIGITAL terminal securely. Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computer's USB port to the camera's DIGITAL terminal.
Various Functions 4 Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. z Windows J Proceed to steps 5 and 6 on the right. z Macintosh J Refer to the Software Starter Guide and download images. 5 Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the events dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only). If the events dialog fails to appear, click the [Start] menu, followed by [Programs] or [All Programs], [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], and [CameraWindow Set Auto-Launch].
Various Functions 6 Click [Set] in the [CameraWindow - Set Auto-Launch] window (first time only). z Using the software and computer to download images: J See the Software Starter Guide. z Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function): J See Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (below). Downloading Images by Direct Transfer z The Download Image window will display. All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer.
Various Functions Transfers and saves single images Select & to the computer as you view and Transfer select them. Transfers and saves single images to the computer as you view and Wallpaper select them. The transferred images display on the computer desktop. 1 Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. z The button will light Direct Transfer Menu blue. z Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans.
Various Functions 4 Press the MENU button. z The Direct Transfer menu will display again. Only JPEG format images can be downloaded as wallpaper for the computer. After images are transferred, they are automatically converted to BMP format. If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1/ v10.2/v10.3), you can use the software distributed with these operating systems to download images without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk.
Various Functions Downloading Directly from a CF card 1 Eject the CF card from the camera and insert it into a CF card reader connected to the computer. 2 Double-click the icon of the drive with the CF card. z Depending on the operating system, a window opens automatically. 3 Copy images from the card into a folder of your choice on the hard disk. z The images are stored in the [xxx CANON] folders located in the [DCIM] folder (where xxx is a three-digit number from 100 to 998 (p. 119)).
Various Functions Viewing Images on a TV Set 3 The supplied AV cable AVC-DC300 can be used to view images as you shoot or play them back. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 31) and the TV. 2 Attach the AV cable to the A/V Out terminal on the camera. Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the video in and audio in jacks on the TV. Yellow Plug to the Video In Jack Black Plug to the Audio In Jack Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode. 5 Turn on the camera (p. 31).
Various Functions z No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV monitor. z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 73). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, etc. - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania, etc. If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.
Various Functions Setting the File No. Reset to [Off] is useful for avoiding file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer. About File and Folder Numbers Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits). Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 100 images.
Various Functions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 2 Select the [ (My Camera)] menu using the left or right button and select a menu item using the up or down button. 3 Select the contents you wish to set using the left or right button. 4 Press the MENU button. My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, selftimer and shutter sounds. Each menu item has three choices.
Various Functions Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can be added to the camera. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer's images and sounds to the camera. The following menu items can be saved to the camera. z Start-up Image z Start-up Sound z Operation Sound z Self-timer Sound Registering the CF Card Images and Sounds 1 Slide the mode switch to . z The camera powers into Playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button.
Various Functions 4 Select or right button. z 5 using the left or 6b Select (Record) using the left or right button and press the SET button. appears. Press the DISP. button. z An image appears. Start-up Image: Go to step 6a, 7a Start-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Operation Sound, and Self-timer Sound: Go to step 6b, 7b 6a Select the image you wish to register using the left or right button. z z • • • • 7b 8 7a 122 Press the SET button. Recording starts.
Various Functions z Sounds recorded with the movies and sound memo function cannot be added as My Camera settings (p. 56, 98). z When you register new My Camera settings, the previously registered settings are erased.
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor. z For messages which may appear when a printer is connected, refer to the Direct Print User Guide. Busy... The camera is recording image data to the CF card. The playback mode is running. No memory card You turned on the power without a CF card installed. Cannot record ! You attempted to shoot with no CF card installed. Memory card error ! There is something wrong with the CF card.
List of Messages You attempted to play back an image recorded in the RAW format. Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special format (proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie recorded by another camera. Cannot magnify ! You attempted to magnify an image which was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer or a movie clip.
Troubleshooting Problem The camera will not operate Cause Power is not turned on. Solution z Press the ON/OFF button for a few moments. CF card slot cover or battery cover z Be sure the cover is closed securely. is open. Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. z Reload the batteries in the correct direction. Batteries are depleted. z Replace with unused alkaline or fully recharged batteries (four AA-size batteries). z Use the Compact Power Adapter. Batteries are not the right type.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The camera will not record CF card not formatted correctly. z Format the CF card. (See Formatting a CF Card (p. 19)). z If reformatting does not work, the CF card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact the nearest Canon Customer Help Desk. Cannot play back You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited at a computer.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Batteries Batteries are not the right type. consumed quickly. If using rechargeable batteries: Batteries do not charge in separately sold battery charger. 128 Solution z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For information about alkaline batteries, see Proper Battery Handling (p. 15).) Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Image is blurred or Camera moved out of focus Autofocus function hampered by obstruction to AF-assist beam. Solution z Hold the camera steady while pressing the shutter button. z Be careful not to block the AF-assist beam flash part with a finger or other object. The AF-assist beam is set to [Off]. z Set the [AF-assist beam] to [On] (p. 69). z Ensure that there is at least 45 cm (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens and subject.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Subject in Subject too close causing flash to recorded image is be too bright. too bright Solution z When the flash is used, the distance between lens and subject should be no less than 45 cm (1.5 ft.). Subject bright in comparison to the z Set exposure compensation to a negative (-) background value or use the spot metering function. Light shining directly on subject or z Adjust the camera angle. reflected off subject into the camera.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Image not showing Incorrect video system setting. on TV. Shooting mode set to Assist). (Stitch z Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV (p. 118). z The output will not appear on a TV monitor in (Stitch Assist) mode. Shoot in a different mode. Zoom does not operate. Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in Movie mode. z Operate the zoom before shooting in Movie mode. Reading images from CF card is slow.
Appendix Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200) Included are the battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. To a power outlet Charge Indicator The indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished. z This charger can be used only to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-2AH.
Appendix z Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may damage it causing battery leakage. Remove batteries from the camera or charger and store in a dry cool location when not in use. z It takes approximately 250 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Please do not charge batteries in areas where the temperature is outside the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F).
Appendix Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 Use of AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately) is recommended when using the camera continuously for prolonged periods of time and when connecting to a computer. 2 Open the terminal cover, and connect the compact power adapter's DC plug into the camera's DC IN terminal. Be sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.
Appendix Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A and Close-up Lens 250D (52 mm). In order to attach any of these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52D. z When attaching the wide converter, teleconverter or close-up 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.
Appendix Close-Up Lens 250D (52 mm) This lens makes it easy to take macro shots. With the camera set to Macro mode, you can use this option to shoot subjects that are 4 to 16 cm (1.6 to 6.3 in.) away from the front of the lens at the wide angle end, and 8 to 11 cm (3.2 to 4.3 in.) at the telephoto end. It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide converter or teleconverter.
Appendix 4 Attaching a Lens 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow. Ring Release Button 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. Ring 3 z To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button.
Appendix z Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. z Exercise due caution when handling the lenses since it is easy to dirty them with finger prints. z Be careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing the ring. z When shooting with these attachments, please use the LCD monitor to compose your shots.
Appendix Camera Care and Maintenance Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts. Camera Body : Wipe 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. z Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A95 Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 5.0 million Image Sensor 1/1.8-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 5.3 million) Lens 7.8 (W) – 23.4 (T) mm (35 mm film equivalent: 38 (W) – 114 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) – f/4.9 (T) Digital Zoom Approx. 4.1x (Up to approx. 12x in combination with the optical zoom) Optical Viewfinder Real-image zoom viewfinder LCD Monitor 1.
Specifications Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Manual exposure control Exposure Compensation ± 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments Sensitivity Auto, ISO 50/100/200/400 equivalent White Balance Auto, pre-set (available settings: Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent or Fluorescent H) or custom Built-in Flash Auto*, on*, off * Red-eye reduction available Flash Range Normal: 45 cm – 4.4 m (1.5 – 14 ft.) (W), 45 cm – 2.5 m (1.5 – 8.2 ft.) (T) Macro: 25 – 45 cm (9.8 in. – 1.5 ft.
Specifications File Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Image Recording Format Still images: JPEG (Exif 2.2)*1, Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Compression Superfine, Fine, Normal Still Large: 2592 x 1944 pixels Medium 1: 2048 x 1536 pixels Images Medium 2: 1600 x 1200 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Number of Recording Pixels 640 x 480 pixels (30 sec.) 320 x 240 pixels (3 min.) Movies 160 x 120 pixels (3 min.
Specifications Power Source AA-size alkaline batteries (included in the camera kit) AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries NB4-200 (sold separately) AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately) Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Operating Humidity 10 – 90% Dimensions 101.1 x 64.6 x 34.7 mm (4.0 x 2.5 x 1.4 in.) (excluding protrusions) Weight Approx. 235 g (8.3 oz.) (camera body only) *1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print").
Specifications Battery Performance Number of Shots Based LCD on the Monitor CIPA standard Off AA Alkaline Batteries (included with the camera) AA NiMH Batteries (NB-2AH (fully charged)) • The included memory card is used. • The LCD monitor is turned on for the CIPA standard. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback Time Approx. Approx. Approx. 140 shots 500 shots 280 min. Approx. Approx. Approx. 400 shots 1000 shots 360 min.
Specifications CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) CF card included with the camera FC-32MH FC-64M FC-128M L M1 M2 S FC512MSH 198 354 709 308 552 1096 491 879 1736 1893 3125 5209 743 sec. 1453 sec. 3906 sec.
Specifications Image File Size (Estimated) NiMH Battery NB-2AH Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-200 set and the Battery/Charger Kit CBK4-200. L (2592 x 1944 pixels) 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB M1 (2048 x 1536 pixels) 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB M2 (1600 x 1200 pixels) 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 249 KB 84 KB S (640 x 480 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) Movie (320 x 240 pixels) (160 x 120 pixels) 146 150 KB 660 KB/sec. 330 KB/sec. 120 KB/sec.
Specifications Battery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHE Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500 Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200. (Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK600.) Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight *1 *2 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 10W 565 mA*1, 1275 mA*2 Approx. 250 min.*1, Approx. 110 min.*2 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) 65.0 × 105.0 × 27.5 mm (2.6 × 4.1 × 1.1 in.) Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.
Specifications Wide Converter WC-DC52 (Sold Separately) Approx. 0.7x (35 mm film Magnification equivalent at wide angle end: approx. 26.6 mm) Focusing Range (from front of lens) Approx. 0.5 cm (0.2 in.) – infinity (when mounted on PowerShot A95, at wide angle end with using the Macro mode) Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread (Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52D is required when mounted on PowerShot A95.) Dimensions Diameter: 55.7 mm (2.2 in.) Length: 23.7 mm (0.9 in.) Weight Approx. 74 g (2.
Specifications Tele-converter TC-DC52A (Sold Separately) Approx. 1.75x (35 mm film Magnification equivalent at telephoto end: approx. 200 mm) Focusing Approx. 2.2 m (Approx. 7.2 ft.) – Range infinity (from front of (when mounted on PowerShot lens) A95, at telephoto end) 52 mm standard filter thread Thread (Conversion Lens Adapter Diameter LA-DC52D is required when mounted on PowerShot A95) Diameter: 55.2 mm (2.2 in.) Dimensions Length: 49.3 mm (1.9 in.) Weight Approx. 86 g (3.0 oz.
Photo Tips and Information This section offers photography tips. z Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 46) Normally, the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for two seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a fixed, stable surface or by fixing the camera onto a tripod. z To Shoot a Night Scene without a Subject (p.
Photo Tips and Information Underexposure The whole recorded image is dark, which makes white elements of the image appear gray. Shooting bright subjects or in backlit conditions may cause the image to be underexposed. Adjust the exposure compensation towards the + end. Optimal Exposure ISO 50 equivalent ISO 400 equivalent Appendix Overexposure The whole recorded image is bright, which makes black elements of the image appear gray.
INDEX A AC Adapter Kit ..................................................134 AF Frame ...........................................................81 Aperture Value ...................................................79 Aperture-Priority AE ...........................................79 Auto Mode ..........................................................34 Auto Play ............................................................99 A/V Out Terminal ..............................................
INDEX Displayed Images ........................................37 Single Image ................................................64 Exposure Aperture-Priority AE .....................................79 Compensation ..............................................85 Shutter-Speed Priority AE ............................77 White Balance ..............................................86 F Fast Shutter ........................................................39 File No. Reset .......................................
INDEX Rec. ..............................................................69 Selecting ......................................................66 Set up ...................................................71 – 73 Messages ...............................................124 – 125 Microphone .........................................................12 Mode Dial .....................................................39, 76 Movie Editing ..........................................................61 Playback ...........
INDEX S Stitch Assist Mode ............................................. 49 Framing a Subject ....................................... 49 Shooting ...................................................... 50 Strap .................................................................. 13 T Telephoto ........................................................... 34 Transfer (Direct) ............................................... 113 Transfer Order Reset .........................................................
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1099) 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.
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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each Shooting mode.
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