ENGLISH DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide / © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN MALAYSIA Camera User Guide CDI-E137-010 z Please read the Read This First section (p. 7). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer This Guide Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
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 highprecision 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.
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Table of Contents Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on the right edges to make them easy to find. Read This First 7 Please Read ...........................................................7 Safety Precautions .................................................8 Preventing Malfunctions .......................................13 Components Guide Preparing the Camera 14 17 Installing the Batteries ..........................................17 Installing a CF Card.........................
Table of Contents Menu Settings and Default Settings .....................67 Resetting the Settings to Default ..........................73 Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) ...................74 Program AE......................................................75 Setting the Shutter Speed ................................75 Setting the Aperture .........................................76 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture.77 Switching between Autofocus Modes...................
Table of Contents 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 mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
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.
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 WARNINGS z Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. 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 Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Read This First z Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. 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. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior.
Read This First 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. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion.
Read This First CAUTIONS z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the battery pack or power the camera.
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 Shutter Button (p. 34) Speaker Shooting Mode Dial (p. 38) ON/OFF Button (p. 25) Power Indicator (p. 16) Viewfinder Window AF-assist Beam (p. 36) Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 43) Self-timer Lamp Flash (p. 42) A/V (Audio/Video) Out Terminal (p. 112) Ring Release Button Lens Zoom Lever (p. 33, 46, 58, 59) Ring Microphone Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal (p. 107) To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables.
Components Guide LCD Monitor** (p. 28) MENU Button (p. 65) Strap Mount Attaching the wrist strap* Mode Switch Indicators (p. 16) (p. 26) Viewfinder (p. 35) CF Card Slot Cover (p. 20) Omni Selector ( / , (Macro)/ MF / , , ) SET Button FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 63, 64) Battery Cover Lock (p. 17) DC IN Terminal (p. 131) Tripod Socket DISP. (Display) Button (p. 28) (Print/Share) Button (p.
Components Guide Shooting Mode Dial Creative Zone Auto Image Zone Use the shooting mode dial to select a Shooting mode. : Auto (p. 33) The camera automatically selects settings. • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 38) : Landscape (p. 38) : Night Scene (p. 38) : Fast Shutter (p. 38) : Slow Shutter (p. 38) : Stitch Assist (p. 38, 48) : Special Scene (p. 38, 51) : Movie (p.
Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries 3 The camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied with the camera. You may also use separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. 1 Be sure that the camera power is off. 2 Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow, and open the cover. Insert the batteries as shown. Positive end (+) Negative end (-) 4 Close the battery cover.
Preparing the Camera z For important information, see Battery Performance (p. 140). z For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide). Proper Battery Handling z Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on AA-size NiMH battery handling, see Using Rechargeable Batteries (p. 128).
Preparing the Camera z If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place. Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use. However, the date, time and other camera settings may reset to default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks.
Preparing the Camera Installing a CF Card 4 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 out. z Insert the CF card all the way into the slot, so that the CF card eject button pops all the way out. z To remove the CF card, press the CF card eject button. 20 mark CF card eject button Card label Close the CF card slot cover securely.
Preparing the Camera About CF Cards z CF 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 a CF card. z Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction.
Preparing the Camera 4 Select [OK] using or 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 The Set Date/Time menu will appear when the camera is first turned on or the date battery has run down. Start from Step 4 to set the date and time. 1 2 Turn on the camera (p. 25).
Preparing the Camera 4 Set the date and time. z Press or to highlight another field. z Press or to change the value of the highlighted field. z The date can be set up to the year 2030. 5 6 Press the SET button. Press the MENU button. z The date, time and other camera settings may reset to the default settings if the batteries have been removed for more than three weeks. If this happens, reset these settings. z For embedding the date on the image data, refer to page 54.
Preparing the Camera Setting the Language 4 Use this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display. 1 Turn on the camera (p. 25). 2 Press the MENU button and select the [ (Set up)] menu using or . 3 24 Select (Language) using or and press the SET button. Select a language using , , or and press the SET button. z If you press the MENU button without pressing the SET button, the camera reverts to the Set up menu without setting the language. 5 Press the MENU button.
Basic Functions Turning the Power On/Off 1 Press the ON/OFF button until the power indicator lights green (p. 16). Shooting Mode z Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor for about 6 seconds. If you turn the mode switch to , the lens will retract after approximately 1 minute. Playback Mode z The LCD monitor displays an image. Turning the Camera Off z Press the ON/OFF button again to turn the power off. z You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up image when the power comes on.
Basic Functions When the Auto Power Down Function Activates Press the ON 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. * This time can be changed (p. 70). When the Display Off Function Activates The LCD monitor display turns back on if any button other than the ON/OFF button is pressed.
Basic Functions When a printer (sold separately) is properly connected, , , or appears on the LCD monitor.
Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust settings menus and play back images. Pressing the DISP. button cycles the LCD monitor to the next mode each time the button is pressed. Shooting Mode DISP. Button LCD Monitor Display (Information View) LCD Monitor Display (No Information) AF Frame Spot AE Point Frame DISP. Button Shutter Speed Off Aperture Value Shots Remaining or Remaining Movie Time/ Elapsed Time (During Shooting) (frames/sec.
Basic Functions Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation White Balance (PowerShot A85) 4.3x 5.3x 6.7x 8.2x 11x (PowerShot A75) 3.8x 4.8x 6.0x 7.4x 10x p. 38, 74 p. 80 p. 81 Drive Mode p. 45, 47 ISO Speed p. 84 Photo Effect p. 85 Light Metering Mode p. 79 Compression p. 40 Resolution Postcard Print p. 40 p. 53 Flash p. 42 Red-eye Reduction p. 43 Macro Mode p. 44 Manual Focus p. 89 Auto Rotate Function p. 91 Movie Recording Mode p. 55 Digital Zoom Setting*2 p.
Basic Functions Playback Mode Standard Display File Number DISP. Button DISP. Button No Display Image Number and Total (Display Image/Total) Shooting Date/Time Detailed Display* Histogram Aperture Value Shutter Speed DISP. Button 30 Compression p. 40 Resolution (Still image) p. 40 Sound memo (WAVE file) p. 92 Movie p. 55 Protection Status p. 94 Movie Length * Detailed Display is not available in index playback (9 images).
Basic Functions Shooting Mode p. 38, 74 The following information may also appear with some image files. An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with an unrecognized format, is attached. Exposure Compensation p. 80 White Balance p. 81 Photo Effects p. 85 A JPEG file not supported by “Design rule for Camera File system” (DCF) standards. ISO Speed p. 84 RAW format file Flash p. 42 A file with an unrecognized format. Macro Mode p. 44 Manual Focus p. 89 Light Metering Mode p.
Basic Functions 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.
Shooting – The Basics See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 152) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which Shooting modes. 4 Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired composition (relative subject size in the viewfinder). 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. 26). 2 Turn the Shooting mode dial to .
Shooting – The Basics 5 Press the shutter button halfway. z The shutter button has a two-stage action. Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure and focus. • Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished metering, and the indicator next to the viewfinder will light green or orange. If the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame will appear green. • The indicator next to the viewfinder will blink yellow and the beep will sound one time if the subject is difficult to focus on.
Shooting – The Basics z When the shutter sound is set to [ , , (On)] (p. 72) and [Mute] is set to On, no sound will be heard. z There is no shutter sound in movie mode. z Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. Shooting with the Viewfinder You can save the power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 28) 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).
Shooting – The Basics AF-assist Beam z The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain conditions, i.e. dark conditions. z The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 67). For example, if animals are your subject, turn off the beam when shooting in the dark to avoid startling them. However, please keep in mind the following facts. • If the AF-assist beam is turned off, it may become more difficult for the camera to focus in dark conditions.
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 [ 2 3 Select (Rec.)] menu appears. (Review) using or . Select a duration using or and press the MENU button. z With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically display. z With the [2 sec.] to [10 sec.] options, the image will appear for the time selected.
Shooting – The Basics Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone) Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the mode dial. Portrait Movie Stitch Assist Special Scene Use this mode to shoot movie clips. Shooting and sound recording starts simultaneously (p. 55). 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 mode dial and set the icon of the function you wish to use to . z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). and Shooting Modes Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake. z See page 152 for settings that can be changed in this mode. z Tips for each function: Portrait Mode • To best achieve the effect of the background gradually fading, compose the image so that the upper half of the subject’s body fills most of the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
Shooting – The Basics Changing the Resolution and Compression z The resolution is set to M1 (1600 x 1200) or * Mode Dial *The Postcard Print mode is not available in and * L (Large) Purpose z Print up to A4 size* High z z M1 1600 x 1200 (Medium 1) pixels M2 (Medium 2) 1024 x 768 pixels S (Small) 640 x 480 pixels z z Low z z * Paper sizes vary according to region. 40 (Fine). information. .
Shooting – The Basics 1 2 Select L* (2272 x 1704 or 2048 x 1536) using or . * The current setting is displayed. 3 4 5 Press the FUNC. button. Select the resolution or compression you wish to set using or . Example: PowerShot A85 Excluding Press the SET button. Select the compression you wish to set using or . 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 Press the FUNC. button.
Shooting – The Basics Using the Flash 1 * (Fireworks) mode, the flash is prohibited. Mode Dial * In Use the flash according to the guidelines below. The flash fires automatically as Auto with required by the lighting level, red-eye and the red-eye reduction reduction lamp fires each time the main flash fires. Auto Flash on The flash always fires. Flash off The flash does not fire. 42 z The selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. z You can switch between settings by pressing the button.
Shooting – The Basics z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). z Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. z The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage and the battery charge. z The flash setting is saved when the camera is turned off in the , , and Shooting modes. When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity and using the flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you are to the subject.
Shooting – The Basics z The red-eye reduction function cannot be set when the Special Scene mode (p. 51) is set to (Fireworks). z Red-Eye Reduction When shooting with the red-eye reduction function, the subjects must look right at the red-eye reduction lamp for this mode to be effective. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by shooting with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
Shooting – The Basics z The indicator beside the viewfinder will light yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway. z Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode (p. 33). z Always use the LCD monitor to compose images in macro mode. Shooting with the viewfinder is possible, though, part of the image may not appear in the final shot (p. 35). z When the lens is zoomed out to the wide angle end, the recordable area is 55 × 41 mm (2.2 in. × 1.6 in.)*1, and at telephoto end, it is 92 × 69 mm (3.6 in.
Shooting – The Basics z When is selected, the self-timer lamp blinks fast from the beginning. The shutter activates in two seconds. z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). You can change the self-timer sound by changing the setting in [Self-timer Sound] in the [ (My Camera)] menu (p. 72). Digital Zoom Mode Dial With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be zoomed as follows (Estimated): z PowerShot A85: 4.3x, 5.3x, 6.7x, 8.2x, and 11x z PowerShot A75: 3.8x, 4.
Shooting – The Basics 4 Press the zoom lever toward . z The lens will zoom to the maximum optical telephoto setting and stop. Release the lever and press it toward again to further zoom the image digitally. z Press the lever toward to zoom back out. The combined magnifications of the optical zoom and digital zoom are displayed. 5 Shoot the image. z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33). The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is off.
Shooting – The Basics 3 Select using or the FUNC. button. 4 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 5 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. and press Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Mode Dial Use this mode when taking shots that you want to combine into a panorama. To create the panorama itself, you must stitch the images together using your computer. z Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released. z The continuous shooting speed is approx. 2.
Shooting – The Basics Framing a Subject z Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the difference in brightness is too great. 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 as you move. The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them.
Shooting – The Basics z You can also press the shutter button directly to shoot without pressing the SET button. 3 Shoot the first image. z The exposure and white balance settings are set and locked with the first image. 4 Compose and shoot the second image so that it overlaps the first. z Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be Sequence corrected with the software. z An image can be retaken. Press or to return to that frame. 5 Use the same procedures to shoot the remaining frames.
Shooting – The Basics Special Scene Mode 1 Mode Dial By simply selecting one of the following 6 modes, you can shoot the image with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Foliage Snow Beach Fireworks Underwater Indoor Appropriate for shooting beautiful images with flowers, leaves or trees. Appropriate for shooting scenes such as snowy mountains while preventing dark subjects and bluish backgrounds.
Shooting – The Basics Foliage Indoor z In mode, the shutter speed slows down. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. z In and modes, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. or or or Snow Underwater or or Beach Fireworks or 52 z See page 152 for settings that can be changed in this mode. z Results may vary depending on the subject. z When shooting images underwater, always turn the power off before inserting the camera into the waterproof case (sold separately).
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, bottom and 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 M1 (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 at the computer or printer. z Ensure that the camera’s date/time is set beforehand (p. 22). 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. 65).
Shooting – The Basics Movie Mode Mode Dial Use this mode to shoot movie clips. The resolution can be set to either [ (640 × 480)], [ (320 × 240)] or [ (160 × 120)] (p. 40) 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 z The recording time may not display properly during shooting or filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of CF cards. - Slow recording cards - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly Although recording time may not display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the CF card.
Playback – The Basics Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback) You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. 1 z Press the DISP. button to show the data for the displayed image (p. 30). z Press the button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 63). Slide the mode switch to . z The last recorded image appears (single image playback). 2 Move between images using . or z Use to move to the previous image and to move to the next.
Playback – The Basics Canceling the Magnified Display Magnifying Images Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times in single image playback. 1 2 Slide the mode switch to 1 . Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified. . Press the zoom lever toward Press the zoom lever toward . You can magnify an image while it is displayed on the LCD monitor in Shooting mode immediately after the image is shot (p. 36).
Playback – The Basics 3 Jumping Between Images Change the image selection using , , or . The button operation in this row displays the previous set of 9 images. Movie Selected Images The button operation in this row displays the next set of 9 images. 4 Press the zoom lever toward . z Index playback cancels and the display reverts to single image playback. Press the DISP. button to show the information for the displayed image (p. 30).
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. Viewing/Editing Movies Viewing Movies You can playback the images shot in mode. 1 Slide the mode switch to . Pausing and Resuming Play z Movies cannot be viewed in index playback. 2 Select a movie using press the SET button.
Playback – The Basics 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. 69). z If [Mute] (p. 68) is set to [On] in the Set up menu, the volume setting returns to 0 but it can be adjusted using or . z Please adjust the audio sound level on the TV when viewing movie files on a TV.
Playback – The Basics 6 Select (Save) using or and press the SET button. z When is selected, the edited movie is not saved and the camera reverts to playback. 7 Select [Overwrite] or [New File] using or and press the SET button. z [Overwrite] : Saves the edited movie under the same file name as the original movie. The original data is deleted. z [New File] : Saves the edited movie under a new file name. The original data is not deleted.
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 . z A confirmation screen appears. Select the image you wish to erase using or and press the button. 2 Select [Erase] using or press the SET button. Select [OK] using or press the SET button. and z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel] and press the SET button. z A confirmation screen appears.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Selecting Menus and Settings Selecting Settings with the FUNC. Button (Shooting Mode Only) 3. Select a FUNC. menu option using select setting contents using or 1. Flash Output ( FUNC. Resolution ( White Balance( 4 5 64 Slide the mode switch to ) (p. 81) . Press the FUNC. button. Select a FUNC. menu option using or and select setting contents using or . ) (p. 40) ) (Movies) (p. 40) ) (p. 47) Compression ( ISO Speed ( ) (p.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Selecting Settings with the MENU Button 1 2 Press the MENU button. Use or to switch between menus. z You can also switch between menus using the zoom lever button. Shooting Mode Rec. Menu Playback Mode 3 4 5 Use or to select a menu item. Use or to select the settings you wish to set. Press the MENU button. Play Menu Set up Menu or My Camera Menu or or z For items with [...] next to them, push the SET button and carry out the settings from the next displayed menu.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z Some menu items may not be available for selection according to the Shooting mode (p. 152). z You can apply a desired image and sound to and in the My Camera menu. For details, see Registering the My Camera Settings (p. 116) 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. 73).
Shooting – Advanced Functions Menu Settings and Default Settings Rec. Menu Menu Item Setting Content Sets the AiAF to on (the camera automatically selects the AF frame when taking a picture) or off (AF frame is set to the center frame). • On*/Off Sets whether or not the red-eye reduction lamp fires. Red-eye • On*/Off Sets the output of the AF-assist beam according to shooting conditions AF-assist Beam when using the auto focus.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Play Menu Item Setting Content Protect Rotate Sound Memo Erase All Auto Play Protects images from accidental erasure. Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in the display. Adds sound memos to images. Erases all images from a CF card (excluding protected images). Plays images automatically one after the other. Sets which images and how many copies will be printed on a printer Print Order with the direct print function or at a photo lab service.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Item Volume Setting Content Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound, or playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. • (Off) • (3) • (1) • (4) • (2)* • (5) Start-up Volume Adjusts the Start-up Sound volume when the camera powers up. Operation Volume Adjusts the Operation Sound volume when any button except the shutter button is operated.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Item Power Saving Date/Time Format File No. Reset Auto Rotate * Default setting 70 Setting Content The Auto Power Down and Display Off settings can be set by pressing the SET button. Auto Power Down Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a specified period of time elapses without camera operation. • On* /Off Display Off Specifies a period of time before the LCD monitor turns off when no camera operation is performed. • 10 sec. • 1 min.* • 20 sec.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Item Distance Units Language Video System Setting Content Sets the format of the MF indicator’s displayed distance units. • m/cm* • ft/in Sets the language used in the menus and messages on the LCD monitor. • English* • Italiano • Deutsch • Norsk • Français • Svenska • Nederlands • Español • Dansk • Chinese • Suomi • Japanese You can change the language during image playback by holding the SET button and pressing the MENU button. Sets the video output signal standard.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer 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 on the camera. z Can be performed from Shooting or Playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button for longer than 5 seconds. z The following settings do not reset to default. - Date/Time, Language and Video System in the [ (Set up)] menu (p. 70, 71) - The custom white balance (p. 82) - Newly registered My Camera settings (p.
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. 33). See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 152) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which shooting modes. How to Use the Mode Dial 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode.
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. z The shutter speed and aperture value will show in red on the LCD monitor when the correct exposure cannot be obtained. Use the following methods to obtain the correct exposure and make them appear in white. • Use the flash • Change the ISO speed • Change the light metering mode Differences between the and Modes.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears in the center of 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 F2.8 Shutter Speed (seconds) to 1/1250 Wide Angle F3.2 - 4.0 to 1/1600 F4.5 - 8.0 to 1/2000 Telephoto F4.8 to 1/1250 F5.6 - 7.1 to 1/1600 F8.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 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 or until the shutter speed display turns white. z Some aperture values may not be available with certain zoom positions (p. 76). z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor with larger aperture values that slow down shutter speeds.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z See page 152 for settings that can be changed in this mode. z If you wish to change the exposure, select the shutter speed or the aperture with the SET button and change the value using or . z The LCD monitor’s brightness matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast shutter speed or shoot a subject in a dark place and set the flash to (Red-eye Reduction, Flash On) or (Flash On) the LCD monitor will always light up.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 2 Select [On] or [Off] using or . Switching between Light Metering Modes Mode Dial 3 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. The autofocus locks to center when using the digital zoom. Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 1 Select * (Evaluative) from the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65). * The current setting is displayed. 2 3 Select a light metering mode using or . Press the FUNC. button. 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. 1 Select * (± (Exp.)) from the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).
Shooting – Advanced Functions z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. 3 Press the FUNC. button. Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Mode Dial When the white balance is set to match the light source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately. z To cancel the exposure compensation, return the setting to 0 using or .
Shooting – Advanced Functions For shooting under daylight Fluorescent fluorescent, or daylight H fluorescent-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. Custom 1 Select menu. For setting a custom value with a white sheet of paper, etc., to obtain the optimal white balance for the conditions. * (Auto) in the FUNC. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). * The current setting is displayed. 2 Select the white balance you wish to set using or . z See on the right regarding the custom setting.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 1 Select menu. * (Auto) from the FUNC. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). * The current setting is displayed. 2 3 Select (Custom) using or Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth or gray card, and press the SET button. z Aim the camera so that the white paper or cloth completely fills the frame at the center of the LCD monitor or completely fills the viewfinder before pressing the SET button.
Shooting – Advanced Functions • Flash Setting the flash to on or off is recommended. If the flash fires when reading the white balance data with the flash set to Auto with red-eye reduction or Auto, make sure that you also use the flash when you shoot. • ISO Speed z The custom white balance setting is not canceled even if settings are reset to default settings. (p.
Shooting – Advanced Functions z Higher ISO speeds increase the image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible. z The AUTO setting selects the optimal speed. It will also automatically raise the speed when the light from the flash is insufficient to illuminate the subject matter. You can easily shoot images in dark places such as indoor settings by using the (Indoor) (p. 51) option of the SCN mode.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 1 Select * (Effect OFF) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). * The current setting is displayed. 2 Select the photo effect using or . z If the LCD monitor is on, you can check the photo effect by viewing the image on the LCD monitor. z A shot can be taken immediately by pressing the shutter button. The menu will reappear after the shot, allowing you to adjust the settings easily. 3 86 Press the FUNC. button.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus Mode Dial The following types of subjects may not be suited to autofocus photography.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting with AF Lock 1 Press the DISP. button to turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep it pressed and press the MF button. z The icon appears on the LCD monitor. z The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and the MF button are released. z The AF lock setting will cancel if the MF button is pressed again. 3 Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.
Shooting – Advanced Functions Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. 1 2 Press the DISP. button to turn on the LCD monitor. Press the MF button until appears. z The indicator appears. z The indicator shows indicator approximate figures. Use them as a shooting guideline only. z In the , , or modes, pressing the SET button cycles the selection between the shutter speed, the aperture value, and the MF indicator. (A green appears next to the selected item). 3 Focus using the image.
Shooting – Advanced Functions 1 In the [ (Set up)] menu, select (Auto Rotate). z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65). 2 Select [On] and press the MENU button. z When this function is on, an icon showing the orientation of the camera appears at the upper right corner of the LCD monitor (when information display is on). Normal Right end down Left end down 90 z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Playback – Advanced Features Rotating Images in the Display You can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor. 0° (Original) 1 90° 270° z Movie images cannot be rotated. z If an image has been rotated in the camera before being loaded onto a computer, the particular software in use will determine whether or not the rotation settings are retained. Rotated images can be magnified (p. 58). In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Rotate). z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).
Playback – Advanced Features 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) from the [ (Play)] menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65). z appears. 2 Select the image to which you wish to attach the sound memo using or , and press the SET Sound Memo Panel button. z The Sound Memo panel appears.
Playback – Advanced Features z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z You cannot record or play back sound memos for images that already have an incompatible sound file attached. If you attempt to record or play such images the “Incompatible WAVE format” message will display. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased (p. 94). z You can also adjust the volume of the sound memo in the Set up menu (p. 69). z If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up menu (p. 68), no sound is reproduced.
Playback – Advanced Features 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. 93). 3 Protecting Images Use the protect feature to protect important images from accidental erasure. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Protect). z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). 2 Select an image you want to protect using or and press the SET button.
Playback – Advanced Features 95
Various Functions About Printing Images shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods. - Connecting the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1 with a single cable and pressing the button on the camera. - Selecting images and specifying the number of print copies (DPOF*2 print settings) with the camera before sending the images (CF card) to a photo developing center that supports DPOF.
Various Functions Direct Print Compatible Printing • Connect the camera to the printer • Set various print settings (except DPOF print settings) • Print For printing instructions, see the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide). DPOF Print Settings z Select the image you want to print (p. 98) z Select how many copies you want (p. 98) Print z Select the print style (p. 100) • Standard/Index/Both • Date On/Off • File Numbers On/Off For printing instructions, see the Direct Print User Guide.
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.
Various Functions z When the print type (p. 100) is set to [Index], select an image using or and mark or remove marks from images using or . A check mark appears on the marked image. z You can press the zoom lever 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 to switch to index playback (three images).
Various Functions settings when printing images that have had the date embedded with the [Date Stamp] function. This may cause the date to be printed twice. Setting the Print Style You can set up the print style as follows. Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. 1 Print one image per sheet. Print index prints (multiple reduced-size images per page). Print selected images both in standard and index format. Include the date on the print. Include the file number on the print.
Various Functions 3 4 Select (Print Type), (Date) or (File No.) using or . Select a setting using or Press the MENU button. z The set up menu will close and the Print Order menu will reappear. . Print Type Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both]. Date Select [On] or [Off]. 5 z If you have chosen [Index] as the print type, you cannot set [Date] and [File No.] to [On] at the same time. z With CP printers, if [Print Type] is set to [Both] or [Standard], both [Date] and [File No.
Various Functions 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Print Order) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65). 2 Use or to select [Reset] and press the SET button. 3 Use or to select [OK] and press the SET button. z Select [Cancel] and press the SET button to cancel the reset. 102 Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer.
Various Functions Selecting Images for Transferring 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Transfer Order) and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65). 2 Use or to select [Order] and press the SET button. z You can remove all the transfer marks at once by selecting [Reset]. 3 Select images for transferring. For setting images one by one z Use or to select the image and mark or remove checkmarks from or . images using The check marks are displayed when set.
Various Functions Downloading Images to a Computer The following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Some methods are not applicable to all operating systems. z Downloading via a Camera to Computer Connection Windows Windows Windows Windows Mac Mac OS 9 OS X 98 Me 2000 XP z With this method, you download images using computer commands after you have installed the appropriate software.
Various Functions Computer The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports.
Various Functions IMPORTANT You must install the software and driver bundled on the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk onto your computer before connecting the camera to a computer. The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and software. If this happens, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Software Starter Guide. z You do not need to turn off the camera or computer power when making a USB connection.
Various Functions DIGITALTerminal 1.Open the terminal cover with your finger nail. 2.Insert the connector until it clicks. 5 Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the events dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only). Always grasp the connector to remove the interface cable from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. 3 4 Set the camera's mode switch to . Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green. z Windows J Proceed to steps 5 and 6 below.
Various Functions 6 Click [Set] in the [CameraWindow - Set Auto-Launch] window (first time only). z The Download Image window will display. 108 z Using the software and computer to download images: JSee the Software Starter Guide. z Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function): JSee Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (p. 109).
Various Functions Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the computer settings before using this method for the first time (p. 106). All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer. New Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred. DPOF Trans. Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images with DPOF Transfer Order settings (p.
Various Functions All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images 2 Use or to select , or and press the button. z To cancel the transfer, press the SET button. z The images will download and the Direct Transfer menu will reappear. 3 Use or to select images to download and press the button (or SET button). z The images will download. z The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. 4 Press the MENU button. z The Direct Transfer menu will display again.
Various Functions Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing the Software 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 (JPEG format only) without installing the software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the software is not installed.
Various Functions 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. 114)). 112 Viewing Images on a TV Set AV cable AVC-DC300 can be used to view images as you shoot or play them back. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 25).
Various Functions 3 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 4 Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode. 5 Turn on the camera (p. 25). z No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a TV monitor. z If the TV is a stereo model, you can plug the audio plug into either the left or right Audio In jack. Please refer to the TV’s manual for details.
Various Functions Resetting the File Number Select the set up method for the file number. On Off 1 The camera resets the file number to 100-0001 each time you insert a new (unused) CF card. If you insert a card that already contains some images, numbering resumes from the next available number. The camera remembers the last file number, and starts numbering from the next number when you insert a new CF card.
Various Functions Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 100 images. However, since images shot in Continuous Shooting or Stitch Assist mode are always saved into the same folder, a folder may contain more than 100 images. The number of images may also exceed 100 if a folder contains images copied from a computer or images shot with other cameras. Please note, however, that the images in folders containing 2001 or more images cannot be played back in this camera.
Various Functions 2 Select [ (My Camera)] using or and select a menu item using or . 3 Select the contents you wish to set using or . 4 Press the MENU button. Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. The following menu items can be saved to the camera.
Various Functions 2 5 Press the MENU button. z The [ Press the DISP. button. z An image appears. (Play)] menu 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 3 or . Select [ (My Camera)] using and select the menu item you wish to register using or . 7a Press the SET button. 6b Select (Record) using 4 z Select or using or . or and press the SET button.
Various Functions z Recording starts. z Recording stops when the time is exceeded. • Start-up Sound: 1 second • Operation Sound: 0.3 seconds • Self-timer Sound: 2 seconds • Shutter Sound: 0.3 seconds 7b Select (Register) using or . 8 Select [OK] using or press the SET button. and File Format of My Camera Settings My Camera settings should conform to the below file formats.
Various Functions • Recording Time 11.025 kHz 8.000 kHz Start-up Sound 1.0 sec. or less 1.3 sec. or less Operation Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less Self-timer Sound 2.0 sec. or less 2.0 sec. or less Shutter Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less Any file formats other than those described above cannot be used with this camera. An example of this function is to record “Say Cheese”, as the self-timer sound so the camera will play back this sound 2 seconds before the photo is taken.
List of Messages The following table explains each of the messages that 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... No memory card Cannot record Memory card error Memory card full Naming error Change the batteries No image Image too large Incompatible JPEG format 120 The camera is recording image data to the CF card. The playback mode is running. You attempted to shoot or play back with no CF card installed.
List of Messages Corrupted data RAW Unidentified image Cannot magnify Cannot rotate Incompatible WAVE format Cannot register this image Protected Too many marks Unselectable image Exx You attempted to play back an image with corrupted data. You attempted to play back an image recorded in the RAW format. You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special format (proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer) or a movie that was taken with another camera.
Troubleshooting Problem The camera doesn't function. The camera doesn't shoot. 122 Cause The camera is turned off. The CF card slot cover or the battery cover is open. Batteries are loaded in the wrong direction. Batteries are depleted. Solution z Press the ON/OFF button for a few moments. z Be sure the cover is closed securely. z Reload the batteries in the correct direction. z Replace with unused alkaline or fully recharged batteries (four AA-size batteries) z Use a household power source.
Troubleshooting Problem The camera doesn't shoot. Cause The CF card is not formatted correctly. Solution z Format the CF card. (p. 21). z The card may be defective (its logical may be corrupted). Contact the nearest Canon Customer Help Desk. Cannot play back You attempted to play back images z Computer images that cannot be played back shot with another camera or will playback if they are added to the camera images edited at a computer. using the bundled software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause The batteries are Battery capacity drops due to low consumed quickly. ambient temperatures. Solution z If shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries warm (by placing them in an inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them. Battery terminals are dirty. z Wipe them well with a dry cloth before use. The batteries have not been used z Performance should return to normal after for over a year. several charging cycles. Battery life exceeded. z Replace all 4 batteries with new ones.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Shots are blurry or Subject out of focal range. unfocused. Subject is hard to focus on. The subject comes Insufficient light for shooting. out underexposed The subject is darker than the (too dark). surroundings. Subject too far for flash to reach. The subject comes The subject is too close to the out overexposed flash. (too bright). The subject is brighter than the surroundings. Solution z Ensure that there is at least 46 cm (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens and subject.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause The subject comes Light is shining or reflecting into out overexposed the camera. (too bright). The flash mode is set so that the flash always fire. The subject is too bright. A vertical bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD monitor. White dots or white asterisks appear on the image. The flash doesn't fire. 126 Solution z Adjust the camera angle. z Set the flash to any other mode except on.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Image not showing Incorrect video system setting. on TV. The mode dial is turned to (Stitch Assist). Zoom does not Zoom lever was pressed while operate. shooting in Movie mode. Reading images CF card was formatted in another from CF card is device. slow. Recording images to CF card takes a long time. Solution z Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV. z Turn the mode dial to any mode other than .
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 Indicator The indicator blinks while charging, then lights steadily when charging is finished. z This charger can be used only to charge Canon AA-size NiMH NB-2AH batteries.
Appendix - 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 matter of a few minutes (the battery charger indicator remains lit) z You may not be able to fully charge the batteries due to their specifications right after purchase or after long periods of non-use.
Appendix z Charging time varies according to ambient temperature and to the batteries' initial charge state. z The battery charger may emit noise while charging. This is not a malfunction. z Battery/Charger Kit CBK100 can also be used. Use Canon AA-size batteries NB-1AH with the CBK100 charger. 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.
Appendix 2 Open the terminal cover, and connect the compact power adapter's DC plug into the camera's DC IN terminal. z Please unplug the adapter from the power outlet when you have finished using the camera. Please do not attempt to use any AC adapter other than AC Adapter Kit ACK600 with your camera. Use of a different adapter may result in damage to the camera or to the adapter kit.
Appendix z When using the wide converter, please set the camera to the wide angle end. z The wide converter blocks part of the view through the viewfinder. It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide converter or teleconverter. Shooting Ranges in Macro Mode Wide Converter WC-DC52 Use this converter for taking wide-angle shots. The wide converter changes the focal length of the camera body’s lens by a factor of 0.7 (the thread diameter is 52 mm.).
Appendix 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. 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. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and attach it securely by turning it in the indicated direction.
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 LCD Monitor, : Use a lens blower brush to Viewfinder remove dust and dirt. If necessary gently wipe the viewfinder and LCD monitor with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt. z Never rub or press forcefully on the LCD monitor. These actions may damage it or lead to other problems. Never use water, paint thinner, benzene, or detergents to clean the camera, as these may cause damage or deformation.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A85 / PowerShot A75 Camera Effective Pixels A85: Approx. 4.0 million A75: Approx. 3.2 million A85: 1/2.7-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 4.2 million) Image Sensor A75: 1/2.7-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 3.3 million) 5.4 (W) – 16.2 (T) mm (35 mm film equivalent: 35 (W) – 105 (T) mm) Lens f/2.8 (W) – f/4.8 (T) A85: Approx. 3.6x (Up to approx.
Specifications Light Metering System Exposure Control System Exposure Compensation Sensitivity White Balance Built-in Flash Flash Range Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting Self-timer PC-controlled Shooting Recording Media File Format Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot Program AE/Shutter-priority AE/Aperture-priority AE/Manual exposure control ± 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments Auto, ISO 50/100/200/400 equivalent Auto, pre-set (available settings: Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescen
Specifications Image Recording Format Compression Number of Recording Pixels (A85) Number of Recording Pixels (A75) Playback Modes Direct Print Display Languages 138 Still Images Movies Still Images Movies Still images: JPEG (Exif 2.2)*1, Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Superfine, Fine, Normal Large : 2272 x 1704 pixels Medium 1: 1600 x 1200 pixels Medium 2: 1024 x 768 pixels Small : 640 x 480 pixels 640 x 480 pixels (Approx. 30 sec.)*2 320 x 240 pixels (Approx.
Specifications My Camera Settings Interface Power Source Operating Temperatures Operating Humidity Dimensions Weight The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer sound can be customized using the following methods: 1. Using the images and sounds recorded on a camera. 2. Downloading data from your computer using the supplied software.
Specifications Battery Performance Based on the Canon standard Based on the CIPA standard Number of Shots* Playback LCD LCD Time Monitor On Monitor Off Number of Shots* AA Alkaline Batteries (included) Approx. 140 shots Normal temperature (23 °C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.
Specifications CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) PowerShot A85 CF card included with the camera FC- FC-64M FCFCFC32MH 128M 256MH 512MSH 14 30 61 123 247 L M1 M2 S Movie PowerShot A75 CF card included with the camera FCFCFCFCFC-64M 128M 256MH 512MSH 32MH 18 38 76 154 308 27 54 110 222 442 33 68 137 276 552 54 110 220 443 879 67 136 274 548 1095 30 61 122 246 491 30 61 122 246 491 L 54 109 219 440 879 54 109 219 440 879 108 217 435 868 17
Specifications zSome CF cards are not sold in some regions. zThe maximum movie clip length is approximately 30 sec. ( )* or 3 min. ( , ). The times shown are the maximum continuous recording times. * When using the FC-32MH CF card (included), the separately sold FC-256MH or FC-512MSH CF card (not sold in some regions). z (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the compression setting. zL (Large), M1 (Medium 1), M2 (Medium 2), S (Small), , and show resolution rates.
Specifications NiMH Battery NB-2AH Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-200 set and the Battery/Charger Kit CBK4-200. Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery 1.2 V DC 2300 mAh (min.: 2150 mAh) Approx. 300 times 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Diameter: 14.5 mm (0.6 in.) Length: 50 mm (2.0 in.) Approx. 29 g (1.0 oz.) Battery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHE Supplied with the optional Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200.
Specifications Wide Converter WC-DC52 (Sold Separately) Magnification Focusing Range (from front of lens) Thread Diameter Dimensions Weight Approx. 0.7x (35 mm film equivalent at wide angle end: approx. 24.5 mm) Approx. 2 mm (0.08 in.) – infinity (wide angle end and Macro mode) 52 mm standard filter thread (Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52C is required.) Diameter: 58 mm (2.3 in.) Length: 30.5 mm (1.2 in.) Approx. 74 g (2.6 oz.
Photo Tips and Information This section offers photography tips. z Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 45) 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 Optimal Exposure Overexposure The whole recorded image is bright, which makes black elements of the image appear gray. Shooting dark subjects or in dark places may cause the image to be overexposed. Adjust the exposure compensation towards the - end. z ISO Speed (p. 84) The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensitivity.
Index A AC Adapter Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 AF Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Aperture-Priority AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Aperture Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Auto Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 A/V Out Terminal . .
Index Exposure Aperture-Priority AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shutter Speed-Priority AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J 76 80 75 81 Jump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Fast Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 File No. Reset . . . . . . . .
Index Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Selecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68–71 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Movie Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Playback . . . . .
Index Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 64 Reviewing an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Switching from Playback Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 TV Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Shooting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Functions Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1204 and PC1202) 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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(1) Function White Balance (2) Photo Effect ISO Speed Auto Rotate –(3) – –(4) ON O* OFF O O O –(4) O* O O O –(4) O* O O O –(4) O* O O O –(4) O* O O O –(4) O* O –(4) –(4) –(4) O* O U U –(4) U* U O O –(4) – – O O O O* O O O O O* O O O O O* O Reference Pages O 81 O 85 O(5) 84 O* 89 O The default for the settings changed by the menu and button operations can be restored all at once except for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] (p. 73).
