ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Photo of PowerShot A540 Viewing Images on a TV set Troubleshooting List of Messages Advanced Camera User Guide CDI-E221-010 © 2006 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA Appendix Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Main Features Shooting z Automatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions z Avoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by using a high ISO speed z Automatically detects camera orientation with an Intelligent Orientation sensor z Changes specific image colors to shoot (Color Accent, Color Swap) z Attaches the separately sold wide converter, tele-converter or close-up lens to shoot (PowerShot A540 only) Playback z Plays movies with sound z Plays back automatically
Conventions Used in this Guide Icons appearing below titles indicate the shooting modes in which the procedure can be used. Mode switch Continuous Shooting PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 * Unavailable shooting modes are shown grayed out. See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 136). z In this guide, the Basic Camera User Guide is referred to as the Basic Guide, and the Advanced Camera User Guide is referred to as the Advanced Guide. This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Please Read. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Before Using the Camera – The Components Guide . . .
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Shooting in a My Colors Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Changing the Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Adjusting the ISO Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Compensating the Flash Adjustment / Flash Output.
List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Battery Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling Precautions Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc.
Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
Warnings Equipment z Do not look directly into the sun or at bright light sources through the camera's viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage by a child could result in serious injury. • Wrist strap: Placement of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation. • Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
Battery z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. z The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories.
Others z Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. z Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera. Such items may lose data or stop working.
Equipment z When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. z Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury.
Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields z Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.
Before Using the Camera – The Components Guide Front View a Microphone (p. 79) b AF-assist Beam (p. 24) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (Basic Guide p. 8) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 37) e Viewfinder Window (p. 19) f Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) g Terminal Cover h A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 88) i DIGITAL Terminal (Basic Guide p. 19) j DC IN Terminal (Power input) (p.
Back View Attaching the Wrist Strap The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the camera. Before Using the Camera – The Components Guide a LCD Monitor (p. 15) b Viewfinder (p. 19) c Speaker d Wrist Strap Mount e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (Basic Guide p. 1) f Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (Basic Guide p.
Operation Panel a Indicators (p. 20) b Power Lamp c Power Button (Basic Guide p. 4) d Zoom Lever (p. 72, Basic Guide p. 8) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) e Shutter Button (Basic Guide p. 4) f Shooting Mode Dial (Basic Guide p. 5) g Mode Switch (Basic Guide p. 4, 11) h (Print/Share) Button (Basic Guide p. 14) i FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 22) j MENU Button (p. 23) k DISP. (Display) Button (p. 15) l (Exposure)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 54, Basic Guide p.
Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor 1 Press . z The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode ( ) Standard (No Information) Playback Mode ( Standard Detailed Off No Information z In the shooting mode, the shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) *1 Spot AE Point Frame (p. 53) *1 AF Frame (p. 49) *1 Low Battery (p. 102) Zoom Magnification*1 (p. 33) Flash (Basic Guide p. 8) Red-Eye Reduction (Basic Guide p. 8) Auto Rotate (p. 67) zRec*1 Movie Recording (p. 39) Shooting Mode Grid Lines*1 (p. 25) ISO Speed (p. 65) *2 White Balance (p. 55) Drive Mode (p. 34, 37) My Colors (p. 58) Flash Exposure Compensation/ Flash Output (p. 66) Metering Mode (p. 53) Recording Pixels (p.
If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Raise the ISO speed (p. 65) or select a setting other than (flash off), or attach the camera to a tripod or other device. Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard Folder Number-File Number WAVE Format Sound (p. 79) Protection Status (p. 81) Compression (Still Images) (p.
Detailed Histogram *1 *1 *2 *2 Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 42) Movie Length (Movies) (p. 39) Shutter Speed (p. 45, 47) Aperture Value (p. 46, 47) Flash Output (p. 66) ··· Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 66) Shooting Mode *1 (Basic Guide p. 5 – 7) (p. 43) (p. 39) *1 *1 (p. 44 – 47) *1 *2 *3 ··· Exposure Compensation (p. 54) *1 White Balance (p. 55) *3 *3 My Colors (p. 58) ISO Speed (p. 65) Manual Focus (p. 51) Macro (Basic Guide p. 10) Metering Mode (p.
Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. 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. 54).
Indicators The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. Never do the following while the green indicator blinks. These actions may corrupt image data.
Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Shooting Mode Playback Mode Powers down approximately 5 minutes after Connected to a Printer the last control is accessed on the camera. * This time can be changed. z The power saving function will not activate during an Auto Play or while the camera is connected to a computer.
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. z FUNC. Menu z Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC. Menu Sets many of the functions commonly used during shooting. a b e c d a Set the mode switch to (shooting). b Press the FUNC./SET button. c Use the or button to select a menu item. • Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.
Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu (My Camera) Menu a e between menus with the or button when this part is selected. c d • This example shows the Rec. menu. • In playback mode, the Play, Print, Set up and My Camera menus display. a Press the MENU button. b Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus.
Menu List FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Menu Item Reference Page ISO Speed p. 65 Metering Mode p. 53 p. 55 Compression (still image) Recording Pixels (still image) p. 32 White Balance Drive Mode p. 34, 37 My Colors PowerShot A540 : Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (movie) p. 58 +/– (Flash)/ Flash Output Reference Page Menu Item p. 42 PowerShot A530: p. 66 Recording Pixels (movie) Rec.
Menu Item Grid Lines Options Reference Page You can display grid lines (split into nine) to make it easier to judge the horizontal and vertical alignment of a photographic subject and to make composition easier. The lines will not be recorded in the images. Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time p. 36 Play Menu Menu Item Reference Page Auto Play p. 80 Sound Memo p. 79 Protect p. 81 Rotate p. 78 Erase all p. 82 Transfer Order p.
Set up Menu *Default setting Menu Item Options On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 4). Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Start-up Vol.
Menu Item Options File Numbering Continuous*/ Auto Reset Reference Page p. 70 Create Folder Check mark Creates a folder during the next (On)/ shooting session. No check mark (Off) Auto Create Off*/Daily/ MondaySunday/ Monthly You can also set a creation time. Auto Rotate On*/Off p. 67 Distance Units m/cm* / ft/in Sets the units for the MF indicator distance unit (p. 51). Lens Retract Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to playback mode.
My Camera Menu The camera's start-up image and start-up sound, operation sounds, self-timer sounds, and shutter sounds are called “My Camera settings”. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. *Default setting Menu Item Options Start-up Image When the power is turned on, the start-up image appears. Start-up Sound When the power is turned on, a start-up sound is played.
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 1 (Set up) Menu [Reset All]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Select [OK] and press . Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations 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 (Set up) menu (p. 26, 27) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p.
Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. 1 (Set up) Menu [Format]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Select [OK] and press . z To perform a low level format, use the button to select [Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark.
Shooting Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 1 FUNC. Menu Pixels) * (Recording (Compression). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Shooting z Use the or button to select recording pixel/compression settings and press the FUNC./SET button.
Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 (Large) (Medium 1) 2816 x 2112 pixels 2592 x 1944 pixels 2272 x 1704 pixels 2048 x 1536 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels (Medium 2) Send images as e-mail Low attachments or shoot more images 640 x 480 pixels (Small) (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) 1600 x 1200 pixels 2816 x 1584 pixels (Widescreen) Purpose (PowerShot A540) High Printing to about A3 size (Approx. 297 x 420 mm (11.7 x 16.5 in.
Using the Digital Zoom PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 You can shoot zoomed images using the combined digital and optical zooms. z Stills: zoom up to approximately 16 times z Movies (Standard): zoom up to approximately 16 times (PowerShot A540) Movies (Standard): zoom up to approximately 8.1 times (PowerShot A530) The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. (Rec.) Menu [Digital Zoom] [On]. Shooting 1 See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.
Continuous Shooting PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (p. 123, 124). *Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p. 30) is conducted immediately before shooting.
Postcard Date Imprint Mode PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Postcard). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Shooting z The recording pixels are set to (1600 x 1200) and the compression to (Fine). z When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the area that will not get printed in postcard size grays out.
Embedding the Date in the Image Data You can embed the date in image data when Date Imprint Mode) is selected. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Date & Time]. [Date Stamp] (Postcard [Date]/ See Menus and Settings (p. 23). z LCD monitor display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p. 26). z The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been set.
Using the Self-Timer PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 You can set a 10 sec. ( ) or 2 sec. ( ) delay, or a custom delay time and the number of shots ( Custom Timer), for shooting after the shutter button is pressed. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Drive Mode) / / . See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. z 2 Shooting : 2 sec. before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound and lamp will speed up. z : The self-timer sound will play when the shutter button is pressed and the shutter will release 2 sec.
Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( ) 1 . See Menus and Settings (p. 22). 2 Change [Delay]/[Shots] z The self-timer sound will behave as follows. - When a delay time of over 2 seconds is set, the self-timer will start playing 2 seconds before the shutter releases. - If multiple shots have been specified for the [Shots] option, the sound will play for the first shot only. If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following occurs.
Movie Shooting PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to "Recording Pixels and Frame Rates" (p. 42). The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 125).
1 Select a movie mode using the or button. z In , or mode, you can change the recording pixels and frame rate (p. 41). z For and mode procedures, see "Changing the Color" (p. 60). 2 Shoot. z Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. z Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. z During shooting, the recording time and [zRec] appear on the LCD monitor.
QuickTime 3.0 or later is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer. QuickTime (for Windows) is included on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, this program is standard with Mac OS X or later. Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (Movies) You can change the recording pixels and frame rate* when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). * The frame rate can be changed only for PowerShot A540.
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. PowerShot A540 Frame Rate (frames/sec.) Recording Pixels Standard Color Accent Color Swap Fast Frame Rate*2 2 Compact* 640 x 480 pixels – { *1 { 320 x 240 pixels – { { 320 x 240 pixels { – – 160 x 120 pixels – – { *1 Default setting. *2 The recording pixels and frame rate are fixed.
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 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 overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. 1 Use the or direction. button to select a shooting z You can select from the following two shooting directions.
3 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. z You can press the or button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot. z Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. 4 Repeat the procedure for additional images. z A sequence may contain up to 26 images. z Press the FUNC./SET button after the last shot. z You cannot display the images on a TV when shooting in Stitch Assist mode.
Setting the Shutter Speed PowerShot A540 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. Shooting z If the aperture value is shown in red, the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or overexposed (too much light).
Setting the Aperture PowerShot A540 The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. z When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than ±2 stops, “–2” or “+2” appears in red. * Standard exposure levels are calculated by measuring light according to the currently selected metering mode. .
PowerShot A540 Aperture Value Shutter Speed (seconds) Maximum Wide Angle F2.6 – 3.5 15 – 1/1250 F4.0 – 8.0 15 – 1/2000 Maximum Telephoto F5.5 – 7.1 15 – 1/1250 F8.0 15 – 1/2000 PowerShot A530 Aperture Value 48 Shutter Speed (seconds) Maximum Wide Angle F2.6 15 – 1/1250 F5.6 15 – 1/2000 Maximum Telephoto F5.
Selecting an AF Frame PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. (No frame) The camera automatically selects between 9 AF frames to focus on according to the shooting conditions. Off The camera focuses using the center AF frame. This is convenient for focusing accurately on your chosen subject to obtain the composition you desire. (Rec.) Menu [AiAF] [On] / [ Off].
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.
3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button. z The icon and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock Press the button. Shooting z The AF lock cannot be used in the and modes, and when is set to . z When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting to [Off] (p. 24) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only.
z Depending on the shooting mode, pressing the will switch between the setting items as follows: , , , button Exposure compensation/ mode/Exposure compensation/ mode/ * Shutter speed/Exposure compensation/ * Aperture value/Exposure compensation/ Shutter speed/Aperture value/ * PowerShot A540 only 3 Press the focus. or button and adjust the z The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a shooting guideline only. To Cancel the Manual Focus Press the button.
Switching between Metering Modes PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 1 FUNC. Menu * (Evaluative) See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select the metering mode and press the FUNC./ SET button. Metering Methods Center Weighted Average Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center. Spot Meters the area within the spot AE point at the center of the LCD monitor.
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots. 1 2 Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button several times until the exposure compensation bar is displayed. z Use the or buttons to adjust the exposure compensation and press the button.
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the (Auto) setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Auto). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. White Balance Settings Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day.
For recording with the optimal white balance data memorized in the camera from a whitecolored object, such as white paper or cloth. Custom * PowerShot A540 only The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when or is selected for My Colors, or when or is selected for Movie Shooting.
2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press . z If you are viewing it with the LCD monitor, ensure that the center frame is completely filled with the white image. If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled. Shooting z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance.
Shooting in a My Colors Mode PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 You can change the impression of an image when it is shot. 1 FUNC. Menu * (My Colors Off). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. z Use the or button to select a My Colors mode. z Use the MENU button to switch between and . 2 Shoot. z Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 59). z Modes other than Press the FUNC./SET button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot.
Lighter Skin Use this option to make skin tones lighter. Tone* Darker Skin Use this option to make skin tones darker. Tone* Custom Color Use this option to adjust the balance between contrast, sharpness, saturation, reds, greens, blues and skin tones*. It can be used to make subtle adjustments, such as making blue colors more vivid or face colors brighter. * The skin colors of non-human subjects may also be altered. * You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color.
Changing the Color Shooting mode ( ) ( ) Allows you to easily transform the colors in an image when shooting. This feature can be used for both still shots and movies, and offers you the enjoyment of staging image and movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, there are occasions when the image may appear rough, or you may not obtain the desired color. Therefore, before you shoot important subjects, we recommend that you shoot trial images and check the results.
Shooting in the Color Accent Mode 1 Still image: Movie: or or button button See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide (p. 5) Still image Movie 2 3 Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. Shooting z The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previously set color). z Only one color can be specified.
Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) 1 Still image: Movie: Desired Color (After Swapping) or or button button See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide (p. 5) Still image Movie 2 z The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color).
3 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. z Only one color can be specified. z You can use the or button to specify the range of colors that are swapped. –5: Only takes the color that you want to swap. +5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to swap. 4 Aim the camera so that the desired color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. z Only one color can be specified.
Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When you are shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded. 1 (Rec.) Menu [Off]. [Save Original] [On]/ See Menus and Settings (p. 23). z If [On] is selected, the two images will be numbered consecutively with the altered image following the original.
Adjusting the ISO Speed PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. 1 FUNC. Menu * (Auto). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Shooting z Use the or button to select an ISO speed and press the FUNC./SET button. z Selecting (Auto) sets the optimal ISO speed according to the light level when shooting.
Compensating the Flash Adjustment / Flash Output PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 z When the shooting mode is set to , , , , or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] (p. 65) in or mode, settings can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –2 +/– (Flash) (Flash Exposure to +2 stops. Compensation) z You can combine the flash exposure compensation with the camera’s exposure compensation function to achieve creative effects which compensate for background exposure.
Setting the Auto Rotate Function PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. 1 (Set up) Menu [Off]. [Auto Rotate] [On]/ See Menus and Settings (p. 23).
z When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function. z This function can be set separately for the shooting and playback modes.
1 (Set up) Menu Folder]. [Create See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot. 2 Use the or button to check mark [Create New Folder] . z Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. 2 Shooting displays in the LCD monitor. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created. Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option . z displays when the specified time arrives.
Resetting the File Number PowerShot A540 PowerShot A530 The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. 1 (Set up) Menu [File Numbering] [Continuous]/ Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). File Number Reset Function Continuous A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.
Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 11). Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . z will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. z Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Approximate Location of the Displayed Area 2 Use the , , or around the image. button to move z If you press the FUNC./SET button while in magnified display, the camera switches to image advance mode and will display.
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1 Press the zoom lever toward z Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. z Use the , , or button to change the image selection. . Selected Image Movie Switching between Sets of Nine Images Playback/Erasing The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images. z Use the or button to move to the previous or next set of 9 images. z Hold the FUNC.
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. 1 Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time. Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Movie Jumps to a movie. Folder Jumps to the first image of each folder. In single image playback mode, press the button. z The camera will switch to jump search mode.
Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. 1 Display a movie and press . z Images with a movies. icon are Movie Control Panel Volume Level (Adjust it with the or button) 2 Select (Play) and press . Playback/Erasing z The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. z When playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.
z Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 88). z The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback. Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies that are protected or less than 1 second long cannot be edited. 1 Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press . Movie Editing Panel z The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display.
4 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press . z [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is cancelled. z [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. The pre-edit data is lost. z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be selected. Playback/Erasing It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie.
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 1 90° (Play) Menu 270° . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Use the or button to select an image to rotate and press to rotate it. z Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the FUNC./SET button. z This also can be set in the index playback mode. z Movies cannot be rotated.
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Use the or button to select an image to which to attach a sound memo and press . 3 Select (Record) and press z The elapsed time and the remaining time display. z Pressing the FUNC./SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it again resumes recording.
Sound Memo Panel Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./ SET button. z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Automated Playback (Auto Play) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Press .
Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Use the or button to select an image to protect and press . Protection Icon Playback/Erasing z Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. z You can also protect images in the index playback mode.
Erasing All Images z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. z Protected images cannot be erased with this function. 1 (Play) Menu . See Menus and Settings (p. 23). 2 Select [OK] and press . z To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the memory card (p. 30).
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF.
2 Use the printing. or button to select images for z Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 85). (Standard)/ (Both) Select an image, press the FUNC./ SET button and use the or button to select the number of print copies (up to 99). - (Index) Select an image and press the FUNC./SET button to select or deselect it. Number of Print Copies Index Print Selection z You can also select images in the index playback mode.
z The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings. z Print settings cannot be set for movies. z Images are printed in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. z When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can be set. When it is set to [Index], the number of copies cannot be set (only one copy will be printed). Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for printing.
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 Embedded dates in (Postcard Date Imprint mode) (p. 35) print out even when [Date] is set to [Off]. z Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu (p. 26, Basic Guide p. 3).
Single Images 2 Select [Order] and press . z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Use the or button to select an image to transfer and press . Transfer Selection z Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. z You can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card Select [Mark all] and press . z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings. 3 Select [OK] and press .
Viewing Images on a TV set You can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or play back images when it is connected to the camera with the supplied AV Cable. 1 2 Turn off the Camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. z Open the terminal cover by slipping a fingernail under the lower end 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.
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. z Press the power button (Basic Guide p. 4). Memory card slot/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the memory card slot/ battery cover is securely closed (Basic Guide p. 1). Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. z Reload the batteries in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 1). Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (Basic Guide p. 1).
The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium date/time battery z Replace the lithium date/time battery charge is depleted. (p. 114). LCD monitor The display darkens. The image in the LCD z This is a normal occurrence in monitor will darken in strong devices containing CCDs and does sunlight or bright light. not constitute a malfunction. This image will not be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies. Display flickers.
Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. z There is no effect on the recorded Camera automatically image. lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area (p. 15). Shooting Camera will not record. z Set the mode switch to (shooting) (Basic Guide p. 4). Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the indicator will light orange. Shooting is now possible (p. 20). Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (Basic Guide p. 1).
Image is blurred or out of focus. AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. 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. 24). Take care not to obstruct the AF-assist Beam with your hand when used. The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed.
Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making z Shoot within correct shooting the flash too strong. distance of the subject when using the built-in flash (p. 118). The subject is overexposed z Set the exposure compensation to a because the surroundings negative (–) setting (p. 54). are too dark. z Use the spot metering function (p. 53). Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. z Change the shooting angle.
Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from z Use the (red-eye reduction) the eyes when the flash is mode (Basic Guide p. 8). For this used in dark areas. mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the redeye reduction lamp. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. z Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or filming 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.
Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back z Computer images that cannot be played back will play back if they images shot with another camera or images edited are 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 file format/structure of the camera.
Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Batteries are not the right type. z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (Basic Guide p. 1). Battery capacity drops due z If shooting in a cold location, warm the batteries such as by placing to low ambient them in your pocket before using temperatures. them. Battery terminals are dirty. z Wipe the terminals well with a dry cloth before use. z Reload the batteries several times.
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 (Set up) menu, select is not correct. [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p. 27).
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that display during a printer connection. Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, memory card. The playback mode is starting up. No memory card You turned on the camera without a memory card installed. Card locked! The SD memory card is write-protected.
No image No images recorded on memory card. Image too large You attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixels or with a large data size. Incompatible JPEG format You attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG image. Corrupted Data You attempted to play back an image with corrupted data. RAW You attempted to play back a RAW image.
Protected! You attempted to erase or edit a protected image, movie or sound memo. Too many marks Too many images have been marked with print settings or transfer settings. Cannot process any more. Cannot complete! Could not save the print or transfer settings. Unselectable image You attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG image. Communication error The computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card.
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 AAsize NiMH batteries (sold separately).
z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or reduced usage time. z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual. Under these conditions, restore the battery performance by warming it in a pocket immediately before use.
Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Slide the switch down (you can protect the images and other data on the card) Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
Formatting z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. Recharging is also possible using two batteries.
Appendix 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 fully ch
z It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been fully discharged. 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.
Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) (PowerShot A540 only) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A and Close-up lens 250D (52mm). In order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F. z When attaching the wide converter, tele-converter 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.
. It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide converter or tele-converter. Close-up lens 250D (52mm) This lens makes taking macro shots easy. In the macro mode, close-up shots can be taken when the distance from the front of the lens to the subject is 4 to 17cm (1.6 to 6.7 in.) at maximum wide angle and 14 to 17 cm (5.5 to 6.7 in.) at maximum telephoto. Shooting area (during macro mode) Distance from the front of the lens to the subject Shooting area Wide angle end 4 cm (1.6 in.
3 When the { mark on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring. 4 Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the { mark on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the { mark on the camera. z To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely.
z Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. z Be careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get finger prints on them. z Be careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing the ring. z When using these lens attachments, you should not shoot images in mode. It will not be possible to use the PhotoStitch software from your computer to accurately stitch the images together.
z When shooting in mode, or when [Flash Adjust] in the or modes is set to [Manual] (p. 65), the HighPower Flash will not fire. z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash. z Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use. z The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity.
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.
5 Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow. (–) Side 6 Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. 7 Replace the battery holder and close the memory card slot/battery cover. 8 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (Basic Guide p. 3). 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.
Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, synthetic cleansers or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A540/A530 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : PowerShot A540: Approx. 6.0 million PowerShot A530: Approx. 5.0 million Image Sensor : PowerShot A540: 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 6.2 million) PowerShot A530: 1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 5.3 million) Lens : 5.8 (W) – 23.
Shooting Distance (From the front of the lens) : PowerShot A540 Normal: 45 cm (1.5 ft.) – infinity Macro: 5 – 45 cm (W)/30 – 45 cm (T) (2.0 in. – 1.5 ft. (W)/12 in. – 1.5 ft. (T)) Manual focus: 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W)/ 30 cm (12 in.) – infinity (T) : PowerShot A530 Normal: 45 cm (1.5 ft.) – infinity Macro: 5 – 45 cm (W)/33 – 45 cm (T) (2.0 in – 1.5 ft. (W)/1.1 – 1.5 ft. (T)) Manual focus: 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W)/ 33 cm (1.1 ft.
Flash Exposure Compensation : ±2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments Shooting Modes : Auto Creative zone: Program, Shutter-speed priority (PowerShot A540 only), Aperture priority (PowerShot A540 only), Manual Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, Night scene, Special Scene1, Stitch assist and Movie2 1 2 Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater (PowerShot A540 only), Color Swap and Color Accent.
: PowerShot A530: Large: 2592 x 1944 pixels Medium 1: 2048 x 1536 pixels Medium 2: 1600 x 1200 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Postcard Date Imprint: 1600 x 1200 pixels Widescreen: 2592 x 1456 pixels (Movies) : PowerShot A540: Standard, Color Accent and Color Swap: 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec., 15 frames/sec.) 320 x 240 pixels (30 frames/sec., 15 frames/sec.) Recording can continue until the memory card is full* (can record up to a maximum of 1GB at one time)**. Fast Frame Rate: (can record for 1 min.
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 the first image in each folder, or to movies. In index playback mode, it displays 9 images at once.), Sound memos (up to 1 min.), Auto Play or Movie (edit/slow motion play back possible).
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. 90 images Approx. 600 images Approx. 5 hours AA-size NiMH Batteries (NB-3AH (fully charged)) Approx. 360 images Approx. 1000 images Approx. 7 hours Playback Time z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. z Movie data is excluded.
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities PowerShot A540 : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 16MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 5 45 176 8 75 292 19 156 603 7 61 237 13 109 425 26 217 839 14 121 471 26 217 839 50 411 1590 56 460 1777 88 711 2747 138 1118 4317 (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) 1600 x 1200 pixels 26 217 839 7 60 235 * (Widescreen) 2816 x 1584 pixels 12 101 392 25 205 794 (Large) 2816 x 2112 pixels (Middle 1) 2272 x 1704 pixels (Mi
PowerShot A530 : Card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 16MB SDC-128M 49 190 * 10 87 339 21 173 671 9 76 295 16 136 529 33 269 1041 14 121 471 26 217* 839 50 411 1590 56 460 1777 88 711 2747 138 1118 4317 5 (Large) 2592 x 1944 pixels (Middle 1) 2048 x 1536 pixels (Middle 2) 1600 x 1200 pixels (Small) 640 x 480 pixels (Postcard Date Imprint Mode) 1600 x 1200 pixels 26 (Widescreen) 2592 x 1456 pixels 28 • SDC512MSH 217* 839 7 64 251 14
Movie PowerShot A540 : Card included with the camera Recording Frame Pixels Rate Standard 640 x 480 pixels Color Accent Color Swap 320 x 240 pixels Fast Frame 320 x 240 Rate pixels Compact 160x 120 pixels SDC16M SDC128M SDC512MSH 7 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 4 min. 9 sec. 15 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 8 min. 14 sec. 22 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. 11 min. 42 sec. 43 sec. 5 min. 55 sec. 22 min. 53 sec. 11 sec. 1 min. 32 sec. 5 min. 59 sec. 1 min. 47 sec. 14 min. 29 sec. 55 min. 57 sec.
Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels PowerShot A540 2720 KB 1620 KB 780 KB 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 2002 KB 1116 KB 556 KB 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB 2026 KB 1210 KB 585 KB 1890 KB 1038 KB 519 KB Recording Pixels Frame Rate 2816 x 2112 pixels PowerShot A530 2592 x 1944 pixels PowerShot A540 2272 x 1704 pixels PowerShot A530 2048 x 1536 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels PowerShot A540 2816 x 1584 pixels PowerShot
PowerShot A530 Recording Pixels Standard Frame Rate File size 640 x 480 pixels 660 KB/sec. 320 x 240 pixels 440 KB/sec. 160 x 120 pixels 120 KB/sec. Color Accent Color Swap Compact 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.
Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4300) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 16 - 21 VA 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 (2.6 x 4.1 x 1.1 in.) Weight (body only) CB-5AH: Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.) CB-5AHE: Approx. 97 g (3.4 oz.
PowerShot A540 only Wide Converter WC-DC52 (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 0.7x Focusing Range (from front of lens) Approx. 21 cm (8.3 in.) – infinity (W)*1 Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread*2 Dimensions Diameter: 58.0 mm (2.3 in.) Length: 30.5 mm (1.2 in.) Weight Approx. 74 g (2.6 oz.) Tele-converter TC-DC52A (Sold Separately) Magnification Approx. 1.75x Focusing Range (from front of lens) Approx. 1.4 m (4.6 ft.
Close-up Lens 250D 52 mm (Sold Separately) Focusing Range (from front of lens) Normal: 17 – 25 cm (6.7 – 9.8 in.) (W / T) Macro: 4 – 17 cm (1.6 – 6.7 in.) (W / T) Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread*2 Dimensions Diameter: 54 mm (2.1 in.) Length: 10.2 mm (0.4 in.) Weight Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz.) Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F (Sold Separately) Thread Diameter 52 mm standard filter thread Dimensions Diameter: 55.6 mm (2.2 in.) Length: 39.1 mm (1.5 in.) Weight Approx. 14 g (0.5 oz.
INDEX A E AC Adapter Kit ACK800 .......108 AF Frame ..........................16, 49 AF Lock ..................................50 AF-assist Beam ................24, 92 AiAF ..................................24, 49 Auto Play ................................80 Auto Rotate Function ..............67 AV Cable ................................88 Erasing All Images .......................... 82 Single Images .......... Basic 11 Exposure ................................ 54 B Battery Battery Capacity ............
L Landscape ..................... Basic 5 Language ................. 27, Basic 3 LCD Monitor Information Displayed ........ 16 Night Display ...................... 15 Using the LCD Monitor ...... 15 Lens Conversion Lens Adapter ....................................... 110 Tele-converter .................. 109 Wide Converter ................ 109 M 132 Macro ........................... Basic 10 Magnifying ............................. 72 Maintenance ........................ 116 Manual Exposure .............
System Requirements ..Basic 17 T Telephoto ...33, 109, Basic 8, 10 Troubleshooting ......................89 V Video Output System ..88, 96, 97 W White Balance ........................55 Wide Angle ..............Basic 8, 10 Wrist Strap ..............................13 Z Zoom ........................
Disclaimer • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1183/PC1184) 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.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode.
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