Camera User Guide Y P O • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Battery Pack NB-6L (with terminal cover) Interface Cable IFC‑400PCU Neck Strap NS‑DC11 Battery Charger CB‑2LY/CB-2LYE Lens Cap (with cord) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk* (CD‑ROM) Y P O Getting Started C Warranty Card * Contains software and PDF manuals (= 31). • A memory card is not included.
Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. • SD memory cards* • SDHC memory cards* • SDXC memory cards* • Eye-Fi cards * Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera. About Eye-Fi Cards This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the card manufacturer.
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information • Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. • Images recorded by the camera are intended for personal use.
Organization of Camera User Guide The following guides are included, each used for different purposes.
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Zoom lever Shooting: / Playback: / Shutter button Strap mount Mode dial Power button C Y P O Flash Lamp < (Framing Assist – Seek)> button Lens Tripod socket DC coupler terminal cover Memory card/battery cover • Shooting modes and on‑screen icons and text are indicated in brackets.
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Screen (LCD monitor) button Microphone button Speaker < (ISO speed)> / < (Filter image display)> / <1 (Playback)> button Up button Movie button / / Left button DIGITAL terminal Control dial HDMITM terminal FUNC.
Table of Contents Package Contents..........................2 Compatible Memory Cards.............3 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information......................................4 Organization of Camera User Guide......................................5 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide......................................6 Table of Contents............................8 Contents: Basic Operations..........10 Safety Precautions........................12 Helpful Shooting Features............
Table of Contents Image Viewing Options...............129 Protecting Images.......................132 Erasing Images...........................136 Rotating Images..........................140 Image Categories.......................142 Editing Still Images.....................146 Editing Movies............................153 7 Setting Menu.......................155 9 Appendix.............................195 Troubleshooting..........................196 On-Screen Messages.................
Contents: Basic Operations 4 Shoot zz Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode)..................................... 52 Shooting people well I P Portraits (= 80) Against Snow (= 81) Matching specific scenes t Fireworks (= 81) Low Light (= 80) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (= 82) Miniature Effect (= 83) C Y P O Poster Effect (= 82) Fish-Eye Effect (= 83) Toy Camera Effect (= 85) Monochrome (= 86) zz Where sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode)..................
Contents: Basic Operations 1 View zz View images (Playback Mode)............................................................ 122 zz Automatic playback (Slideshow)......................................................... 130 zz On a TV............................................................................................... 173 zz On a computer...................................................................................... 32 zz Browse through images quickly.....................................
Safety Precautions • Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment. • Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use. Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
Safety Precautions • Use only the recommended battery. • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame. • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area. • Do not handle the power cord with wet hands. • Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories.
Safety Precautions • When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing. This could result in burns or damage to the flash. • Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places: - Places subject to strong sunlight - Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) - Humid or dusty areas These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
Safety Precautions • Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is complete, or when you are not using it. • Do not place anything, such as cloth, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • Do not place the battery near pets. Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in fire or damage.
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Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap 1 Attach the strap. zz Attach the included strap to the camera as shown. zz On the other side of the camera, attach the strap the same way. 2 Attach the lens cap to the strap. zz Remove the lens cap from the camera and attach the lens cap cord to the strap. zz Always remove the lens cap before turning the camera on. Y P O zz Keep the lens cap on the lens when the camera is not in use.
Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. 1 Remove the battery cover and insert the battery in the charger. zz Remove the cover from the battery, align the p marks on the battery and charger, and insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). 2 Charge the battery. zz CB‑2LY: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug the charger into a power outlet ( ).
Initial Preparations • For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery, see “Specifications” (= 217). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (= 160). 1 Check the card’s write-protect tab.
Initial Preparations 4 Insert the memory card. zz Insert the memory card facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position. zz Make sure the memory card is facing the right way when you insert it. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Label 5 Close the cover. zz Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ).
Initial Preparations Remove the memory card. zz Push the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release it. XX The memory card will pop up. Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
Initial Preparations 3 Set the home time zone. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose your home time zone. 4 Finish the setup process. zz Press the button to complete the setting. The setting screen is no longer displayed. zz To turn off the camera, press the power button. Y P O • Unless you set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/ Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information.
Initial Preparations 2 Choose [Date/Time]. zz Move the zoom lever to choose the [3] tab. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [Date/Time], and then press the button. 3 Change the date and time. zz Follow step 2 on = 22 to adjust the settings. Y P O zz Press the button to close the menu. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed.
Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the <1> button. 2 Access the setting screen. zz Press and hold the button, and then immediately press the button. 3 Set the display language. Y P O zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose a language, and then press the button. XX Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed.
Still Images Movies Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on. zz Press the power button. XX The startup screen is displayed. 2 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . zz Aim the camera at the subject.
Trying the Camera Out 4 Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. zz Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and green frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. zz If [Raise the flash] is displayed, lift the flash with your finger to prepare it for use. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera. Shoot. Y P O zz Press the shutter button all the way down.
Trying the Camera Out Shooting Movies Start shooting. zz Press the movie button. The camera Elapsed Time beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. XX Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. XX Frames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are in focus. zz Once recording begins, you can take your finger off the movie button. Finish shooting.
Trying the Camera Out Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the <1> button. XX Your last shot is displayed. 2 Browse through your images. zz To view the previous image, press the button or turn the <5> dial counterclockwise. To view the next image, press the button or turn the <5> dial clockwise. zz Press and hold the buttons to browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time.
Trying the Camera Out 3 Play movies. zz Press the button to access the Volume movie control panel, choose [ ] (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button again. XX Playback now begins, and after the movie ] is displayed. is finished, [ zz To adjust the volume, press the buttons. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. Erasing the Images Y P O You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one.
Included Software, PDF Manuals The software and PDF manuals on the included DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk (CD-ROM) (= 2) are introduced below, with instructions for installation, and saving images to a computer. Software After installing the software on the CD-ROM, you can do the following things on your computer.
Included Software, PDF Manuals System Requirements The included software can be used on the following computers. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Windows Operating System Macintosh Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP2 Windows XP SP3 Mac OS X 10.6 – 10.7 Computer Computers running one of the above operating systems (preinstalled), with an included USB port and Internet connection* Processor Still images 1.6 GHz or higher Movies Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or higher Mac OS X 10.
Included Software, PDF Manuals Installing the Software Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection. 1 Insert the CD-ROM in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. zz Insert the included CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (= 2) in the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Included Software, PDF Manuals 3 When a message is displayed prompting you to connect the camera, connect it to a computer. zz With the camera turned off, open the cover ( ). With the smaller plug of the included interface cable (= 2) in the orientation shown, insert the plug fully into the camera terminal ( ). Y P O zz Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in the computer’s USB port. For details about USB connections on the computer, refer to the computer user manual.
Included Software, PDF Manuals • When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations. - The screen in step 3 will not be displayed. - Some functions may not be installed. • The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.
Included Software, PDF Manuals Saving Images to a Computer Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. 1 Connect the camera to the computer. zz Follow step 3 on = 34 to connect the camera to a computer. 2 Turn the camera on to access CameraWindow. zz Press the <1> button to turn the camera on. zz On a Macintosh computer, CameraWindow is displayed when a connection is established between the camera and computer. Y P O zz For Windows, follow the steps introduced below.
Included Software, PDF Manuals CameraWindow 3 Save the images to the computer. zz Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. XX Images are now saved to the Pictures folder on the computer, in separate folders named by date. zz After images are saved, close CameraWindow, press the <1> button to turn the camera off, and unplug the cable. zz For instructions on viewing images on a computer, refer to the Software Guide (= 31).
Included Software, PDF Manuals • In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [ ] icon in the taskbar. • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] ► [Canon Utilities] ► [CameraWindow] ► [CameraWindow].
Accessories Included Accessories Neck Strap NS-DC11 Battery Charger CB-2LY/ CB‑2LYE* Battery Pack NB-6L* (with terminal cover) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Lens Cap (with cord) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Memory Card Power Card Reader Cable Y P O Windows/ Macintosh Computer HDMI Cable HTC-100 AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 C TV/Video System Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Flash Unit Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers High-Power Flash HF-DC2 * Also available for purchase separately.
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Advanced Guide 1 Camera Basics Y P O Practical guide that introduces other camera basics and describes shooting and playback options C 41
On/Off Shooting Mode zz Press the power button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting. zz To turn the camera off, press the power button again. Playback Mode zz Press the <1> button to turn the camera on and view your shots. zz To turn the camera off, press the <1> button again. • To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the <1> button. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway (= 43).
Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always press the shutter button lightly (halfway) initially. Once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down. 1 Press halfway. (Press lightly to focus.) zz Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice, and AF frames are displayed around image areas in focus. 2 Press all the way down.
Shooting Modes Use the mode dial to access each shooting mode. P, Tv, Av, and M Modes Take a variety of shots using your preferred settings (= 91, 115). Movie Mode For shooting movies (= 88). You can also shoot movies when the mode dial is not set to Movie mode, simply by pressing the movie button. Live View Control Mode Customize image brightness or colors when shooting (= 79). Auto Mode Fully automatic shooting, with camera-determined settings (= 26, 52).
Shooting Display Options Press the button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see = 202. Information is displayed No information is displayed • Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night display function when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots are composed. However, on-screen image brightness may not match the brightness of your shots.
FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used shooting functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (= 208 – 209). 1 Access the FUNC. menu. zz Press the button. 2 Choose a menu item. zz Press the buttons to choose a menu item. XX Available options are shown at the bottom of the screen. Options Menu Items C Y P O 3 Choose an option. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an option.
MENU Menu Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [4], playback [1], and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (= 210 – 215). 1 Access the menu. zz Press the button. 2 Choose a tab. zz Move the zoom lever to choose a tab. zz After you have pressed the buttons to choose a tab initially, you can switch between tabs by pressing the buttons.
MENU Menu 4 Choose an option. zz Press the buttons to choose an option. 5 Finish the setup process. zz Press the button to return to the screen displayed before you pressed the button in step 1. • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings (= 167).
Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera (= 7) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Color Indicator Status On Green Blinking Camera Status Connected to a computer (= 36), or display off (= 42, 163) Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting images • When the indicator blinks green, never turn the camera off, open the memory card/battery cover, or shake or jolt the camera, which may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card.
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2 Smart Auto Mode Y P O Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting C 51
Still Images Movies Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on. zz Press the power button. XX The startup screen is displayed. 2 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . zz Aim the camera at the subject. The camera will make a slight clicking noise as it determines the scene.
Shooting (Smart Auto) 4 Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. zz Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and green frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. XX Several green frames are displayed when multiple areas are in focus. zz If [Raise the flash] is displayed, lift the flash with your finger to prepare it for use. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera. C Y P O Shoot.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Shooting Movies Start shooting. zz Press the movie button. The camera Elapsed Time beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. XX Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. XX Frames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are in focus. zz Once recording begins, you can take your finger off the movie button. esize the subject and R recompose the shot as needed.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images/Movies • To restore camera sound if you have accidentally deactivated it (by holding the button down while turning the camera on), press the button and choose [Mute] on the [3] tab, and then press the buttons to choose [Off]. Still Images • A flashing [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Movies • Before shooting a movie, lower the flash with your finger. Be careful not to touch the microphone when shooting a movie. Leaving the flash raised, or blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled. Microphone • Avoid touching camera controls other than the movie button when shooting movies, because sounds made by the camera will be recorded. • Audio is recorded in stereo.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images Movies Scene Icons In mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images Movies Image Stabilization Icons Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in mode.
Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images Movies On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces. Frames follow moving subjects within a certain range to keep them in focus. However, if the camera detects subject movement, only the white frame will remain on the screen.
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 120x enlargement. 1 Move the zoom lever toward . zz Hold the lever until zooming stops. XX Zooming stops at the largest possible zoom factor (before the image becomes noticeably grainy), which is then indicated on the screen. Zoom Factor 2 Move the zoom lever toward again.
Common, Convenient Features • Focal length when optical and digital zoom are combined is as follows (35mm film equivalent). 24 – 2880 mm (24 – 720 mm with optical zoom alone) • To deactivate digital zoom, press the button, choose [Digital Zoom] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Off]. Still Images Movies Reacquiring Subjects Lost After Zooming (Framing Assist – Seek) If you lose track of a subject while zooming in, you can find it more easily by temporarily zooming out. 1 Look for the lost subject.
Common, Convenient Features • Some shooting information is not displayed while the camera is zoomed out. • During movie shooting, the white frame is not displayed if you press the < > button. Also note that camera operating sounds such as zooming will be recorded. • If you prefer to shoot at the zoom factor of the screen in step 1, press the shutter button all the way down.
Common, Convenient Features 2 Shoot. zz For Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down. zz For Movies: Press the movie button. XX Once you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a selftimer sound. XX Two seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) zz To cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the button.
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Customizing the Self-Timer You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). 1 Choose [$]. zz Following step 1 on = 62, choose [$] and press the button immediately. 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the buttons to choose [Delay] or [Shots]. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose a value, and then press the button. XX Once the setting is complete, [$] is displayed.
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Adding a Date Stamp The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corner. However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (= 22). 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Date Stamp] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option (= 47). XX Once the setting is complete, [DATE] is displayed. Y P O 2 Shoot.
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. 1 Specify Tracking AF. zz Press the button. XX [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen. 2 Choose a subject to focus on. zz Aim the camera so that [ ] is on the desired subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. XX A blue frame is displayed, and the camera will keep the subject in focus and image brightness adjusted (Servo AF). Y P O 3 Shoot.
Image Customization Features Still Images Changing the Aspect Ratio Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX Once the setting is complete, the screen aspect ratio will be updated. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ ]. Y P O Used for display on widescreen HDTVs or similar display devices.
Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) Choose from 4 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” (= 217). Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ ].
Image Customization Features Still Images Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in the flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. 1 Access the [Flash Settings] screen. zz Press the button, choose [Flash Settings] on the [4] tab, and then press the button (= 47). Y P O 2 Configure the setting. zz Choose [Red-Eye Corr.], and then C choose [On] (= 47). XX Once the setting is complete, [R] is displayed.
Image Customization Features Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” (= 217). Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ ].
Image Customization Features Movies Using the Wind Filter Distorted audio caused by recording when the wind is strong can be reduced. However, the recording may sound unnatural when this option is used when there is no wind. Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Wind Filter] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 47). zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [Off].
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Movies Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Grid Lines] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 47). XX Once the setting is complete, grid lines are displayed on the screen. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [Off]. Y P O • Grid lines are not recorded in your shots.
Helpful Shooting Features 2 Check the focus. zz Press the shutter button halfway. The face detected as the main subject is now magnified. zz To restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. • The area in focus will not be magnified when you press the shutter button halfway if a face was not detected, if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen, or if the camera detects subject movement.
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Checking for Closed Eyes [ ] is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Blink Detection] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 47). Y P O 2 Shoot. XX A frame, accompanied by [ ], is displayed when the camera detects a person whose eyes are closed. zz To restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1.
Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the [4] tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “n Menu” (= 47). Still Images Deactivating the AF Assist Beam You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions. Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [AF- assist Beam] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 47).
Customizing Camera Operation Still Images Changing the Image Display Period After Shots Change how long images are displayed after shots as follows. Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Review] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option (= 47). zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [2 sec.]. Quick Displays images only until you can shoot again. 2 – 10 sec. Displays images for the specified time.
3 Other Shooting Modes Y P O Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions C 77
Still Images Movies Discreet Mode Shoot without activating camera sounds, the flash, or lamp as follows. Use this mode where camera sounds, the flash, and lights are prohibited. 1 Enter < > mode. zz Set the mode dial to < >. 2 Shoot. • In < > mode, even playback sounds are muted. Sounds of camera operations are muted, and movie audio is also muted.
Still Images Movies Brightness/Color Customization (Live View Control) Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. 1 Enter < > mode. zz Set the mode dial to < >. 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the button to access the setting screen. Press the buttons to choose a setting item, and then press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to adjust the value as you watch the screen. Y P O zz Press the button. 3 Shoot.
Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Choose a shooting mode. zz Press the button, choose [I] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 46). 3 Shoot. Y P O Still Images Movies I Shoot portraits (Portrait) C zz Take shots of people with a softening effect.
Specific Scenes Still Images Movies PShoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow) zz Bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Still Images Movies tShoot fireworks (Fireworks) zz Vivid shots of fireworks. Y P O • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to hold the camera still (= 114).
Image Effects (Creative Filters) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. 1 Enter < > mode. zz Set the mode dial to < >. 2 Choose a shooting mode. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 46). 3 Shoot. Y P O Still Images Movies Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) C zz Shots in rich, vivid colors. Still Images Movies Posterized shots (Poster Effect) zz Shots that resemble an old poster or illustration.
Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow steps 1 – 2 on = 82 and choose [ ]. 2 Choose an effect level. zz Press the button, choose an effect level (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button again. XX A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. Y P O 3 Shoot.
Image Effects (Creative Filters) 2 Choose the area to keep in focus. zz Press the button. zz Move the zoom lever to resize the frame, and press the buttons to move it. 3 For movies, choose the movie playback speed. zz Press the button, and then choose the speed by pressing the buttons or turning the <5> dial. 4 Return to the shooting screen Y P O and shoot. zz Press the button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot.
Image Effects (Creative Filters) • To switch the orientation of the frame (from horizontal to vertical or viceversa), press the button in step 2. You can move the frame in vertical orientation by pressing the buttons. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Movie image quality is [ ] at an aspect ratio of [ ] and [ ] at an aspect ratio of [ ] (= 67). These quality settings cannot be changed.
Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Movies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow steps 1 – 2 on = 82 and choose [ ]. 2 Choose a color tone. zz Press the button, choose a color tone (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button again. XX A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. Y P O 3 Shoot. B/W Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots.
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (= 106). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow steps 1 – 2 on = 80 and choose [ ]. 2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway.
Shooting Various Movies • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. • To change the number of shots, after choosing [ ] in steps 1 – 2 on = 80, press the button, and then either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose a value, and then press the button again. • The zoom factor cannot be changed with the < > button after you press the shutter button all the way down.
Shooting Various Movies Movies Locking or Changing Image Brightness Before Shooting Before shooting, you can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3-stop increments within a range of –2 to +2. 1 Lock the exposure. zz Press the button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar is displayed. zz To unlock the exposure, press the button again. 2 Adjust the exposure. zz Turn the <5> dial to adjust the Y P O exposure, as you watch the screen. 3 Shoot (= 88).
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4 P mode Y P O More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style C • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set to mode. • : Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than , make sure the function is available in that mode (= 206 – 213).
Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE Mode (
Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Customize the settings as desired (= 93 – 114), and then shoot. Y P O • If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. To obtain adequate exposure, try adjusting the following settings.
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. zz Press the button. As you watch the screen, turn the <5> dial to adjust brightness, and then press the button again when finished. XX The correction level you specified is now displayed.
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Locking Image Brightness/Exposure (AE Lock) Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and exposure separately. 1 Lock the exposure. zz Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button. XX [ ] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. zz To unlock AE, release the shutter button and press the button again.
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. Evaluative For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions.
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Changing the ISO Speed zz Press the button, choose an option (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button. XX The option you configured is now displayed. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions. Low For shooting outdoors in fair weather. For shooting in cloudy conditions, or at twilight. High Y P O For shooting night scenes, or in dark rooms.
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better. zz Press the button, choose [i-Contrast] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Auto] (= 47).
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. 98 Auto Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions. Day Light For shooting outdoors in fair weather.
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. zz Follow the steps on = 98 to choose [ ]. zz Aim the camera at a plain white subject, so that the entire screen is white. Press the button.
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) Change image color tones as desired, such as converting images to sepia or black and white. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. My Colors Off 100 – Vivid Emphasizes contrast and color saturation, making images sharper. Neutral Tones down contrast and color saturation for subdued images.
Color and Continuous Shooting • White balance (= 98) cannot be set in [ ] or [ ] modes. • With [ ] and [ ] modes, colors other than people’s skin tone may be modified. These settings may not produce the expected results with some skin tones. Still Images Movies Custom Color Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 – 5. 1 Access the setting screen. zz Follow the steps on = 100 to choose [ and then press the button.
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Specifications” (= 217). 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46). XX The option you configured is now displayed. 2 Shoot. XX Hold the shutter button all the way down Y P O to shoot continuously.
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Shooting Close-ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [e]. For details on the focusing range, see “Specifications” (= 217). zz Press the button, choose [e] (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button. XX Once the setting is complete, [e] is displayed. • In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, [e] will turn gray and the camera will not focus.
Shooting Range and Focusing 2 Specify the general focal position. zz Referring to the on-screen MF indicator MF Indicator bar (which shows the distance and focal position) and the magnified display area, press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to specify the general focal position. 3 Fine-tune the focus. zz Press the shutter button halfway to have the camera fine-tune the focal position (Safety MF). • AF frame mode or size cannot be changed while focusing manually (= 105).
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.6x or 2.0x. This can reduce camera shake because the shutter speed is faster than it would be if you zoomed (including using digital zoom) in to the same zoom factor. zz Press the button, choose [Digital Zoom] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option (= 47). XX The view is enlarged and the zoom factor is displayed on the screen.
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Center One AF frame is displayed in the center. Effective for reliable focusing. • A yellow AF frame is displayed with [ ] if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. Note that AFpoint zooming (= 72) is not possible. • To reduce the AF frame size, press the button and set [AF Frame Size] on the [4] tab to [Small] (= 47).
Shooting Range and Focusing • If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), an AF frame is displayed in the center of the screen when you press the shutter button halfway. • If faces are not detected when Servo AF (= 109) is set to [On], the AF frame is displayed in the center of the screen when you press the shutter button halfway.
Shooting Range and Focusing XX When the subject is detected, the camera beeps and [ ] is displayed. Even if the subject moves, the camera will continue to track the subject within a certain range. XX If no subject is detected, [ ] is displayed. zz To cancel tracking, press the button again. 3 Shoot. zz Press the shutter button halfway. [ ] changes to a blue [ ], which follows the subject as the camera continues to adjust the focus and exposure (Servo AF) (= 109).
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Shooting with Servo AF This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long as you press the shutter button halfway. 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [Servo AF] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 47). 2 Focus.
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Changing the Focus Setting You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed. Instead, you can limit camera focusing to the moment you press the shutter button halfway. zz Press the button, choose [Continuous AF] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 47).
Flash Still Images Activating Flash You can have the flash fire for each shot. For details on the flash range, see “Specifications” (= 217). 1 Lift the flash. 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [h] (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button. XX Once the setting is complete, [h] is displayed. Y P O • The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the button when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in advance.
Flash 3 Shoot. zz Even after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing. • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to hold the camera still (= 114). • The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the button when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in advance.
Flash Still Images Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (= 94), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. 1 Lift the flash and set the flash to [h] (= 111). 2 Lock the flash exposure. zz Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button. XX The flash fires, and when [ ] is displayed, the flash output level is retained. zz To unlock FE, release the shutter button and press the button again.
Other Settings Still Images Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Choose from two compression ratios, as follows: [ ] (Super Fine), [ ] (Fine). For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” (= 217). Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 46).
5 Tv, Av, and M Mode Y P O Take smarter, more sophisticated shots C • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera as set to the respective mode.
Still Images Specific Shutter Speeds ( Mode) Set your preferred shutter speed before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the aperture value to suit your shutter speed. For details on available shutter speeds, see “Specifications” (= 217). 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Set the shutter speed. zz Turn the <5> dial to set the shutter speed. Y P O • With shutter speeds of 1.
Still Images Specific Aperture Values ( Mode) Set your preferred aperture value before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture value. For details on available aperture values, see “Specifications” (= 217). 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Set the aperture value. zz Turn the <5> dial to set the aperture value.
Still Images Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ( Mode) Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed and aperture value to obtain the desired exposure. For details on available shutter speeds and aperture values, see “Specifications” (= 217). 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Configure the setting.
Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ( Mode) • : Manual • Calculation of standard exposure is based on the specified metering method (= 95). Still Images Adjusting the Flash Output Choose from the three flash levels in mode. 1 Enter mode. zz Set the mode dial to . 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the button, choose [X] in the menu, and adjust the setting by either pressing the buttons or turning the <5> dial (= 46).
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6 Playback Mode Y P O Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways C • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the <1> button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the <1> button. XX Your last shot is displayed. 2 Browse through your images. zz To view the previous image, press the button or turn the <5> dial counterclockwise. To view the next image, press the button or turn the <5> dial clockwise. zz Press and hold the buttons to browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time.
Viewing 3 Play movies. zz To start playback, press the button to access the movie control panel, choose [ ] (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button again. Volume 4 Adjust the volume. zz Press the buttons to adjust the volume. 5 Pause playback. zz To pause or resume playback, press the button. XX After the movie is finished, [ displayed. Y P O ] is • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway.
Viewing Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see = 202. No information is displayed Simple Information Display Detailed Information Display Enables you to check the focus (= 125)* *Not shown for movies. Y P O • Switching display modes by pressing the button is also possible immediately after you shoot, while your shot is displayed.
Viewing Still Images Checking the Focus To check the focus of your shots, you can magnify the area of the image that was in the AF frame at the time of shooting. 1 Access Focus Check. zz Press the button (= 124). XX A white frame is displayed where the AF frame was when the focus was set. XX Gray frames are displayed over faces detected later, in Playback mode. XX The portion of the image in the orange frame is magnified. 2 Switch frames. Y P O zz Move the zoom lever toward once.
Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Movies Navigating Through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. 1 Display images in an index. zz Move the zoom lever toward to display images in an index. Moving the lever again will increase the number of images shown. zz To display fewer images, move the zoom lever toward . Fewer images are shown each time you move the lever. 2 Choose an image.
Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Movies Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect (= 132) or delete (= 136) these images all at once. Favorites Displays images tagged as favorites (= 142). Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specific date. ; My Category Still image/Movie Displays the images of a specific category (= 143).
Browsing and Filtering Images 3 View the filtered images. zz Images matching your conditions are displayed in yellow frames. To view only these images, press the buttons, or turn the <5> dial. zz To exit filtered image display, press the button, and after [Image search canceled] is displayed, press the button. • When the camera has found no corresponding images for some conditions, those conditions will not be available. • To show or hide information, press the button in step 2.
Image Viewing Options Still Images Magnifying Images 1 Magnify an image. zz Moving the zoom lever toward will zoom in and magnify the image. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. zz To zoom out, move the zoom lever toward . You can return to singleimage display by continuing to hold it. 2 Move the display position and switch images as needed. Approximate Position of Displayed Area zz To move the display position, press the buttons.
Image Viewing Options Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. 1 Access the setting screen. zz Press the button, and then choose [Slideshow] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Configure the setting. zz Choose a menu item to configure, and then choose the desired option (= 47). C Y P O 3 Start automatic playback. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [Start], and then press the button.
Image Viewing Options Still Images Auto Playback of Similar Images (Smart Shuffle) Based on the current image, the camera offers four images similar to it that you may wish to view. After you choose to view one of those images, the camera offers four more images. This is an enjoyable way to play back images in an unexpected order. Try this feature after you have taken many shots, in many kinds of scenes. 1 Choose Smart Shuffle.
Still Images Movies Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera (= 136, 137). Choosing a Selection Method 1 Access the setting screen. zz Press the button and choose [Protect] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Choose a selection method. zz Choose a menu item and a setting as desired (= 47). Y P O zz To return to the menu screen, press the button. C • Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card (= 160, 161).
Protecting Images Choosing Images Individually 1 Choose [Select]. zz Following step 2 on = 132, choose [Select] and press the button. 2 Choose the images. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image, and then press the button. [ ] is displayed. zz To cancel protection, press the button again. [ ] is no longer displayed. zz Repeat this process to specify other images. 3 Protect the image. Y P O zz Press the button. A confirmation message is displayed.
Protecting Images Selecting a Range 1 Choose [Select Range]. zz Following step 2 on = 132, choose [Select Range] and press the button. 2 Choose a starting image. zz Press the button. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image, and then press the button. C Y P O 3 Choose an ending image. zz Press the button to choose [Last image], and then press the button.
Protecting Images 4 Protect the images. zz Press the
button to choose [Protect], and then press the button. • You can also choose the first or last image by turning the <5> dial when the top screen in steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Specifying All Images at Once 1 Choose [Select All Images]. zz Following step 2 on = 132, choose Y P O [Select All Images] and press the button. 2 Protect the images.
Still Images Movies Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images (= 132) cannot be erased. 1 Choose an image to erase. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. zz Press the button. zz After [Erase?] is displayed, press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [Erase], and then press the button.
Erasing Images Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images (= 132) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method 1 Access the setting screen. zz Press the button, and then choose [Erase] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Choose a selection method. zz Choose a menu item and a setting as Y P O desired (= 47). zz To return to the menu screen, press the button.
Erasing Images 3 Erase the image. zz Press the button. A confirmation message is displayed. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. Selecting a Range 1 Choose [Select Range]. zz Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” (= 137), choose [Select Range] and press the button. 2 Choose images. Y P O zz Follow steps 2 – 3 on = 134 to specify images. 3 Erase the images.
Erasing Images Specifying All Images at Once 1 Choose [Select All Images]. zz Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” (= 137), choose [Select All Images] and press the button. 2 Erase the images. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [OK], and then press the button.
Still Images Movies Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. 1 Choose [Rotate]. zz Press the button and choose [Rotate] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Rotate the image. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image. zz The image is rotated 90° each time you press the button. Y P O zz To return to the menu screen, press the button. • Movies with an image quality of [ ] cannot be rotated.
Rotating Images Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera. zz Press the button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the [1] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 47). • Images cannot be rotated (= 140) when you set [Auto Rotate] to [Off]. Additionally, images already rotated will be displayed in the original orientation.
Image Categories You can tag images as favorites or assign them to My Category (= 143) groups. By choosing a category in filtered playback, you can restrict the following operations to all of those images. • Viewing (= 122), Viewing Slideshows (= 130), Protecting Images (= 132), Erasing Images (= 136), Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) (= 186), Adding Images to a Photobook (= 190) Still Images Movies Tagging Images as Favorites 1 Choose [Favorites].
Image Categories • Favorite images will have a three-star rating ( ) when transferred to computers running Windows 7 or Windows Vista. (Does not apply to movies.) Still Images Movies Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. Note that images are automatically categorized at the time of shooting, according to shooting conditions. : Images with detected faces, or images shot in [I] mode. : Images detected as [ ], [ ], or [ ] in mode.
Image Categories Choosing Images Individually 1 Choose [Select]. zz Following step 2 on = 143, choose [Select] and press the button. 2 Choose an image. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image. 3 Choose a category. zz Press the buttons to choose a category and then press the button. [ ] is displayed. zz To cancel selection, press the button again. [ ] is no longer displayed. zz Repeat this process to choose additional images.
Image Categories Selecting a Range 1 Choose [Select Range]. zz Following step 2 on = 143, choose [Select Range] and press the button. 2 Choose images. zz Follow steps 2 – 3 on = 134 to specify images. 3 Choose a category. zz Press the button to choose the type of image, and then press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose a category. Y P O 4 Finish the setup process. zz Press the button to choose [Select], C and then press the button.
Editing Still Images • Image editing (= 146 – 151) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Still Images Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. 1 Choose [Resize]. zz Press the button and choose [Resize] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Choose an image. Y P O zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image, and then press the button. C 3 Choose an image size.
Editing Still Images 5 Review the new image. zz Press the button. [Display new image?] is displayed. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [Yes], and then press the button. XX The saved image is now displayed. • Editing is not possible for images saved as [ ] in step 3. • Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution. Cropping Y P O Still Images You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. 1 Choose [Cropping].
Editing Still Images Cropping Area 3 Adjust the cropping area. XX A frame is displayed around the portion of the image to be cropped. XX The original image is shown in the upper left, and a preview of the image as cropped is shown in the lower right. zz To resize the frame, move the zoom lever. To move the frame, press the Preview of Image After Cropping zz buttons. To change the frame orientation, press Resolution After Cropping zz the button.
Editing Still Images Still Images Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) You can adjust image colors and then save the edited image as a separate file. For details on each option, see = 100. 1 Choose [My Colors]. zz Press the button, and then choose [My Colors] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Choose an image. zz Press the buttons or turn the Y P O <5> dial to choose an image, and then press the button. 3 Choose an option.
Editing Still Images Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file. 1 Choose [i-Contrast]. zz Press the button, and then choose [i-Contrast] on the [1] tab (= 47).
Editing Still Images Still Images Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. 1 Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. zz Press the button, and then choose [Red-Eye Correction] on the [1] tab (= 47). 2 Choose an image. zz Press the buttons or turn the Y P O <5> dial to choose an image. 3 Correct the image. zz Press the button.
Editing Still Images • Some images may not be corrected accurately. • To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased. • Protected images cannot be overwritten.
Movies Editing Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end. 1 Choose [*]. zz Following steps 1 – 5 on = 122 – 123, choose [*] and press the button. XX The movie editing panel and editing bar are now displayed. Movie Editing Panel 2 Specify portions to cut. zz Press the buttons to choose [ ] or [ ]. zz To view the portions you can cut Movie Editing Bar (identified by [ ] on the screen), press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to move [ ].
Editing Movies 4 Save the edited movie. zz Press the buttons to choose [ ], and then press the button. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [New File], and then press the button. XX The movie is now saved as a new file. • To overwrite the original movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased. • [Overwrite] is only available when memory cards lack sufficient free space.
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Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the [3] tab. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience (= 47). Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. zz Choose [Mute], and then choose [On]. • Operation can also be silenced by holding down the button as you turn the camera on. • Sound is not played during movies if you mute camera sounds (= 122). To restore sound during movies, press the button.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows. zz Choose [Sound Options], and then press the button. zz Choose an item, and then press the buttons to choose an option. 1 Preset sounds (cannot be modified) 2 Preset sounds Can be changed by using the included software. • Sound settings cannot be changed in [ ] mode (= 78). Y P O Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. zz Choose [LCD Brightness], and then press the buttons to adjust the brightness. • For maximum brightness, press and hold the button for at least one second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display. (This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting on the [3] tab.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing the Start-up Screen 1 Access the [Start-up Image] screen in Playback mode. zz Press the <1> button. zz Following the previous procedure, choose [2] and press the button. 2 Choose one of your shots. zz Choose an image and press the button. After [Register?] is displayed, choose [OK] (either press the buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the button.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up. An Eye-Fi card (= 193) contains software on the card itself. Before formatting an Eye-Fi card, install the software on a computer. 1 Access the [Format] screen.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in these cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-level formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up. Perform low-level formatting.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions File Numbering Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999) and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change how the camera assigns file numbers. zz Choose [File Numbering], and then choose an option. Continuous Images are numbered consecutively (until the 9999th shot is taken/saved) even if you switch memory cards. Auto Reset Image numbering is reset to 0001 if you switch memory cards, or when a new folder is created.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the <1> button in Shooting mode (= 42). To have the lens retracted immediately after you press the <1> button, set the retraction timing to [0 sec.]. zz Choose [Lens Retract], and then choose [0 sec.]. Power-Saving Adjustment Y P O Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (= 42).
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions World Clock To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/ Time setting manually. Before using the world clock, be sure to set the date and time in “Setting the Date and Time” (= 22) and your home time zone. 1 Specify your destination. zz Choose [Time Zone], and then press the button.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. 1 Access the [Date/Time] screen. zz Choose [Date/Time], and then press the button. 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the buttons to choose an item, and then adjust the setting, either by pressing the buttons or turning the <5> dial. Metric/Non-Metric Display Y P O Change the unit of measurement shown in the MF indicator (= 104) and zoom bar (= 52) from m/cm to ft/in as needed.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Checking Certification Logos Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be viewed on the screen. Other certification logos are printed in this guide, on the camera packaging, or on the camera body. zz Choose [Certification Logo Display], and then press the button. Display Language Y P O Change the display language as needed. 1 Access the [Language] screen. zz Choose [Language C the button. ], and then press 2 Configure the setting.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. 1 Access the [Reset All] screen. zz Choose [Reset All], and then press the button. 2 Restore default settings. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. XX Default settings are now restored. • The following functions are not restored to default settings.
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8 Accessories Y P O Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately C 169
Tips on Using Included Accessories Effective Battery and Charger Use • Charge the battery on (or immediately before) the day of use Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. You can easily check the charge state of the battery by attaching the cover so that p is visible on a charged battery, and attaching it so that p is not visible on an uncharged battery. • Long-term battery storage After using up all remaining battery power, remove the battery from the camera.
Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Pack NB-6L zz Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE zz Charger for Battery Pack NB-6L AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 zz For powering the camera using household power. Recommended when using the camera over extended periods, or when connecting the camera to a printer or computer.
Optional Accessories Other Accessories Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST zz Connect the camera to a TV to enjoy playback on the larger TV screen. HDMI Cable HTC-100 zz For connecting the camera to an HDMI input of a high-definition TV. Printers Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers Y P O zz Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon PictBridge-compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon dealer.
Still Images Movies Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual. • Some information may not be displayed on the TV (= 204). Still Images Movies Playback on a High-Definition TV Connecting the camera to an HDTV with the HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV.
Using Optional Accessories 3 Turn the TV on and switch to video input. zz Switch the TV input to the video input you connected the cable to in step 2. 4 Turn the camera on. zz Press the <1> button to turn the camera on. XX Images from the camera are now displayed on the TV. (Nothing is displayed on the camera screen.) zz When finished, turn off the camera and TV before disconnecting the cable. Y P O • Camera operating sounds are not played while the camera is connected to an HDTV.
Using Optional Accessories 3 Display images. zz Turn on the TV. On the camera, press the <1> button. XX Images from the camera are now displayed on the TV. (Nothing is displayed on the camera screen.) 4 Control the camera with the TV remote. zz Press the buttons on the remote to browse images. zz To display the camera control panel, press the OK/Select button. Select control panel items by pressing the buttons to choose an item, and then pressing the OK/Select button again.
Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a Standard-Definition TV Connecting the camera to a TV with the Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (sold separately) enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV as you control the camera. 1 Make sure the camera and TV are off. Yellow Yellow White Red 2 Connect the camera to the TV. zz On the TV, insert the cable plugs fully into the video inputs as shown.
Using Optional Accessories • When the camera and TV are connected, you can also shoot while previewing shots on the larger screen of the TV. To shoot, follow the same steps as when using the camera screen. However, AF-Point Zoom (= 72) and MF-Point Zoom (= 103) are not available. Still Images Movies Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. 1 Make sure the camera is off.
Using Optional Accessories • Do not disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while the camera is still on. This may erase your shots or damage the camera. • Do not attach the adapter or adapter cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Still Images Movies Printing Images Your shots can easily be printed by connecting the camera to a printer. On the camera, you can specify images to set up batch printing, prepare orders for photo development services, and prepare orders or print images for photobooks. A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Printing Images XX [ ] is displayed. 5 Choose an image. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an image. 6 Access the printing screen. zz Press the button. 7 Print the image. Y P O zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [Print], and then press the button. XX Printing now begins. zz To print other images, repeat steps 5 – 7 after printing is finished. zz When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable.
Printing Images Still Images Configuring Print Settings 1 Access the printing screen. zz Follow steps 1 – 6 on = 179 – 180 to access the screen at left. 2 Configure the settings. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an item, and then choose an option by pressing the buttons. Default Date File No. Both Off Default Off On Red-Eye 1 Matches current printer settings. Prints images with the date added. Prints images with the file number added.
Printing Images Still Images Cropping Images Before Printing (Cropping) By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. 1 Choose [Cropping]. zz After following step 1 on = 181 to access the printing screen, choose [Cropping] and press the button. XX A cropping frame is now displayed, indicating the image area to print. 2 Adjust the cropping frame as needed. Y P O zz To resize the frame, move the zoom lever or turn the <5> dial.
Printing Images Still Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing 1 Choose [Paper Settings]. zz After following step 1 on = 181 to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the button. 2 Choose a paper size. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose an option, and then press the button. Y P O 3 Choose a type of paper. zz Press the buttons or turn the C <5> dial to choose an option, and then press the button. 4 Choose a layout.
Printing Images Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings. Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. ID Photo Prints images for identification purposes. Only available for images with a resolution of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3. Fixed Size Choose the print size. Choose from 3.5 x 5 in., postcard, or wide-format prints.
Printing Images Movies Printing Movie Scenes 1 Access the printing screen. zz Follow steps 1 – 5 on = 179 – 180 to choose a movie, and then press the button. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [c], and then press the button. The screen at left is displayed. 2 Choose a printing method. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [ ], and then press the buttons to choose the printing method. Y P O 3 Print the image.
Printing Images Still Images Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Batch printing (= 190) and ordering prints from a photo development service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies, as follows. The printing information you prepare this way will conform DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Printing Images • Not all of your DPOF settings may be applied in printing by the printer or photo development service, in some cases. • [ ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory card has print settings that were configured on another camera. Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all previous settings. • Setting [Date] to [On] may cause some printers to print the date twice. • Specifying [Index] will prevent you from choosing [On] for both [Date] and [File No.
Printing Images 3 Specify the number of prints. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to specify the number of prints (up to 99). zz To set up printing for other images and specify the number of prints, repeat steps 2 – 3. zz Printing quantity cannot be specified for index prints. You can only choose which images to print, by following step 2. zz When finished, press the button to return to the menu screen.
Printing Images Still Images Setting Up Printing for All Images 1 Choose [Select All Images]. zz Following step 1 on = 187, choose [Select All Images] and press the button. 2 Configure the print settings. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. Still Images Clearing All Images from the Print List 1 Choose [Clear All Selections]. Y P O zz Following step 1 on = 187, choose C [Clear All Selections] and press the button.
Printing Images Still Images Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) zz When images have been added to the print list (= 186 – 189), the screen at left is displayed after you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Press the buttons to choose [Print now], and then simply press the button to print the images in the print list. zz Any DPOF print job that you temporarily stop will be resumed from the next image.
Printing Images • After importing images to your computer, also refer to the Software Guide (= 31) and the printer manual for further information. Still Images Adding Images Individually 1 Choose [Select]. zz Following the procedure on = 190, choose [Select] and press the button. 2 Choose an image. zz Press the buttons or turn the Y P O <5> dial to choose an image, and then press the button. XX [ ] is displayed. zz To remove the image from the photobook, press the button again.
Printing Images Still Images Adding All Images to a Photobook 1 Choose [Select All Images]. zz Following the procedure on = 190, choose [Select All Images] and press the button. 2 Configure the print settings. zz Press the buttons or turn the <5> dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. Still Images Removing All Images from a Photobook 1 Choose [Clear All Selections]. Y P O zz Following the procedure on = 190, choose [Clear All Selections] and press the button.
Still Images Movies Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted (= 3). Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website. Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card. Refer to the card’s user manual or contact the manufacturer for instructions on preparing and using cards or resolving transfer problems. • When using an Eye-Fi card, keep the following points in mind.
Using an Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information Check the access point SSID used by the Eye-Fi card or the connection status, as needed. zz Press the button, choose [Eye-Fi Settings] on the [3] tab, and then press the button. zz Choose [Connection info], and then press the button. XX The connection information screen is displayed. Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer Configure the setting as follows to disable Eye-Fi transfer by the card, if necessary. Y P O Choose [Disable] in [Eye-Fi trans.].
9 Appendix Y P O Helpful information when using the camera C 195
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Power Nothing happens when the power button is pressed. • Confirm that the battery is charged (= 19). • Confirm that the battery is inserted facing the correct way (= 20). • Confirm that the memory card/battery cover is fully closed (= 21). • Dirty battery terminals reduce battery performance.
Troubleshooting No date stamp is added to images. • Configure the [Date Stamp] setting (= 65). Note that date stamps are not added to images automatically, merely because you have configured the [Date/Time] setting (= 22). • Date stamps are not added in shooting modes (= 212) in which this setting cannot be configured (= 65). [h] flashes on the screen when the shutter button is pressed, and shooting is not possible (= 55). [ ] is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Troubleshooting Shots look too dark despite the flash firing (= 55). • Shoot within flash range (= 217). • Adjust brightness by using flash exposure compensation or changing the flash output level (= 112). • Increase the ISO speed (= 96). Subjects in flash shots look too bright, highlights are washed-out. • Shoot within flash range (= 217). • Lower the flash and set the flash mode to [!] (= 27). • Adjust brightness by using flash exposure compensation or changing the flash output level (= 112).
Troubleshooting Zooming is not possible. • Zooming is not possible when shooting movies in [ ] mode. Playback Playback is not possible. • Image or movie playback may not be possible if a computer is used to rename files or alter the folder structure. Refer to the Software Guide (= 31) for details on folder structure and file names. Playback stops, or audio skips. • Switch to a memory card that you have performed low-level formatting on with the camera (= 161).
On-Screen Messages If an error message is displayed, respond as follows. No memory card • The memory card may be inserted facing the wrong way. Reinsert the memory card facing the correct way (= 21). Memory card locked • The write-protect tab of the memory card is set to the locked position. Switch the write-protect tab to the unlocked position (= 20). Cannot record! • Shooting was attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a memory card facing the correct way (= 21).
On-Screen Messages Exceeded selection limit • More than 998 images were selected for Print List (= 186) or Photobook Set-up (= 190). Choose 998 images or less. • Print List (= 186) or Photobook Set-up (= 190) settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again. • You attempted to choose more than 500 images in Protect (= 132), Erase (= 136), Favorites (= 142), My Category (= 143), Print List (= 186), or Photobook Set-up (= 190).
On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) Battery level (= 203) Camera orientation* White balance (= 98) My Colors (= 100) Drive mode (= 102) Grid lines (= 72) Camera shake warning (= 55) Metering method (= 95) Still image compression (= 114), Resolution (= 68) Recordable shots Self-timer (= 62) Movie resolution (= 70) Remaining time Digital zoom magnification (= 60), Digital tele-converter (= 105) Shooting mode (= 206), Scene icon (= 57) 202 Y P O Focusing range (= 103) Flash
On-Screen Information * : Regular orientation, : Held vertically The camera detects the shooting orientation and adjusts settings for optimal shots. Orientation is also detected during playback, and in either orientation, the camera automatically rotates images as needed. However, the orientation may not be detected correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Battery Level An on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level.
On-Screen Information Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies (= 52, 122) My Category (= 143) Shooting mode (= 206) ISO speed (= 96), Playback speed (= 84) Exposure compensation level (= 93), Exposure shift level (= 89) White balance (= 98) Histogram (= 124) Image editing (= 146 – 151) Compression (image quality) (= 114) / Resolution (= 68), MOV (movies) Y P O Transferred via Eye-Fi (= 193) Battery level (= 203) Metering method (= 95) Folder number – File number (= 162) Current im
On-Screen Information Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” (= 122) Exit Play Slow Motion (To adjust the playback speed, press the buttons or turn the <5> dial. No sound is played.) Skip Backward* (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the button.) Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the button.) Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the button.) Skip Forward* (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the button.
Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (= 93) ISO Speed (= 96) Self-Timer (= 62) Self-Timer Settings (= 64) Flash (= 111) Av/Tv Settings (= 116, 117) – O O O O – O O O O O O O O – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Shots*2 O O O O O – – – O O h O O O O O Z – O – O O ! – – – – – Aperture Value O O – – – Shutter Speed O – O – – – O O O – – O O O – – –
Functions and Menu Tables A SCN I E P t E – O O O O O O O O O O – O – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – O O O O O O O O O – O O O O – O O O O O O O O O – O O O O – O O O O O O O O O – – – O O O O O – O O O O O O – – – – O O – O – O O O O O O – – – *3 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
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Functions and Menu Tables A SCN I E P t E O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – – O O – – – – – – – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – – O – – – – – – – – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – – O – O O O O O O O O O O – – O – O O O O O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – O O O O O O O O O O Y P O – – –
Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode Function AF Frame (= 105) AF Frame Size (= 106)*3 Digital Zoom (= 60) AF-Point Zoom (= 72) Servo AF (= 109) G O O O O O Tracking AF O O O O O Center O O O O O Normal O O O O O Small O O O O O Standard O O O O O Off O O O O O Digital Tele-converter (1.6x/2.
Functions and Menu Tables A SCN I E P t E O O O O O – – – O O O O O O *2 O – O O – – – – O O O O – – – O – O O O O – O O O O O O O – O – O O O O – O O O O O O O – O – O O – – – O O O O O O O O O O – O O – – – – – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O – – – – O O O O – – O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O – O
Functions and Menu Tables Shooting Mode Function – O O O O O O – – On O O O O – Off O O O O O On/Off O O O O O Flash Exp. Comp – O O O – Flash Output O O O – – On – O O O O Off O Red-Eye Lamp Safety FE Safety Shift (= 117) G Auto Red-Eye Corr.
Functions and Menu Tables A SCN I E P t E O O O O O – O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O – O O O O O O – – – O O O O O – O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O O O O O – O O O O O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O – – O – – – – – – – – – – – – O O – O
Functions and Menu Tables 3 Set up Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref.
Functions and Menu Tables 1 Playback Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Smart Shuffle = 131 Red-Eye Correction = 151 Slideshow = 130 Cropping = 147 Erase = 136 Resize = 146 Protect = 132 My Colors = 149 Rotate = 140 Scroll Display = 122 Favorites = 142 Auto Rotate = 141 My Category = 143 Resume = 123 Photobook Set-up = 190 i-Contrast = 150 2 Print Menu Item Print C Y P O Ref. Page – Transition Item = 123 Ref.
Handling Precautions • The camera is a high-precision electronic device. Avoid dropping it or subjecting it to strong impact. • Never bring the camera near magnets, motors, or other devices that generate strong electromagnetic fields, which may cause malfunction or erase image data. • If water droplets or dirt adheres to the camera or screen, wipe with a dry soft cloth, such as an eyeglass cloth. Do not rub hard or apply force. • Never use cleaners containing organic solvents to clean the camera or screen.
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels (Max.) Approx. 16 million pixels Lens Focal Length 30x zoom: 4.3 (W) – 129.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 24 (W) – 720 (T) mm) LCD Monitor 3.0 type color TFT LCD Effective Pixels: Approx. 461,000 dots File Format Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (version 1.1) compliant Data Type Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG) Movies: MOV (Image data: H.
Specifications Number of 4:3 Shots per Memory Card Recording Pixels Compression Ratio Number of Shots per Memory Card (Approx. shots) (Large) 16M/4608x3456 (Medium 1) 8M/3264x2448 (Medium 2) 2M/1600x1200 (Small) 0.3M/640x480 8 GB 32 GB 1131 4567 1903 7684 2252 9094 3721 15020 7442 30040 12927 52176 27291 110150 40937 165225 Y P O • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Specifications Flash Range Maximum wide angle (j) 50 cm – 5.0 m (1.6 – 16 ft.) Maximum telephoto (i) 1.4 – 3.0 m (4.6 – 9.8 ft.) Shooting Range Shooting Mode Focusing Range A – Other modes Maximum Wide Angle (j) Maximum Telephoto (i) 0 cm (0 in.) – infinity 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity e* 0 – 50 cm (0 – 1.6 ft.) – f* 0 cm (0 in.) – infinity 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity * Not available in some shooting modes.
Specifications Battery Pack NB-6L Type: Rated Voltage: Rated Capacity: Charging Cycles: Operating Temperature: Dimensions: Weight: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 V DC 1000 mAh Approx. 300 times 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) 34.4 x 41.8 x 6.9 mm (1.35 x 1.65 x 0.27 in.) Approx. 21 g (approx. 0.74 oz.) Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE Rated Input: Rated Output: Charging Time: Charge Indicator: Operating Temperature: Dimensions: Weight: 00 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 0.085 A (100 V) – 0.05 A (240 V) 1 4.
Index A AC adapter kit............................. 171, 177 Accessories........................................ 171 AE lock................................................. 94 AF frames............................... 27, 53, 105 AF lock................................................110 World clock................................... 164 DC coupler......................................... 177 Defaults Reset all DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk............ 2 Digital tele-converter..........................
Index Slow synchro................................. 111 Focus check....................................... 125 Focusing AF frames..................................... 105 AF lock..........................................110 AF-point zoom................................ 72 Servo AF...................................... 109 Focusing range Macro........................................... 103 Manual focus................................ 103 Focus lock..........................................
Index R Traveling with the camera.......... 164, 170 Red-eye correction....................... 69, 151 Reset all............................................. 167 Resizing images................................. 146 Troubleshooting.................................. 196 TV display........................................... 173 Tv (shooting mode).............................116 Resolution (image size)........................ 68 Rotating..............................................
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CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION. Battery Charger CB-2LY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet, if needed.
FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC1818 systems) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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