DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide Camera User Guide Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software Software Starter Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer CDI-E026-010 XX01NiXX © 2001 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN • This guide covers both the PowerShot S30 and PowerShot S40 digital cameras. • Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse side of this cover.
Precaution Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
Table of Contents Read this First ............................................................................. 4 Quick Start .................................................................................. 8 Components Guide ................................................................... 10 Front View ................................................................................... 10 Back / Bottom View ...................................................................... 11 Controls .............
Self-Timer ............................................................................ 58 Continuous Mode ................................................................ 59 Digital Zoom ................................................................................ 60 Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ..................................... 61 Changing the Resolution and Compression .................................... 61 Changing the File Format .....................................................
Printing with Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional) ................ 112 Connecting Card Photo Printer CP-10 to the Camera ................... 112 Printing ...................................................................................... 114 Printing with DPOF Print Settings on Card Photo Printer CP-10 ...... 119 Printing with Bubble Jet Printer (Optional) ........................... 121 Connecting Bubble Jet Printer to the Camera ............................... 121 Printing ............................
Read this First Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc.
Warnings • Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. • Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. • Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury.
• Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical outlet and the surround area. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire. • Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord.
• Always keep the terminals of the battery charger clean. Do not place metal objects on top of the terminals. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. Cautions • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire, burns or other injuries.
Quick Start 1 Charge the Battery (p. 15). Charge the battery using the supplied battery charger. The charging is complete when the charging indicator turns from orange to green. • Please note that the battery charger shape varies between regions. Charging indicator 2 Install the Battery (p. 17). Open the CF card slot/battery cover. Hold back the battery lock in the direction of the arrow using the corner of the battery pack, then insert the battery pack into the compartment until it is locked.
6 Focus (p. 34). 7 Shoot (p. 34). 8 View the recorded image (p. 46). Aim the camera and lightly press the shutter button halfway. Two beeps will sound when the autofocus is set. Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear the sound of the shutter close when the shot is complete. The recorded image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds.
Components Guide Front View Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 36) Shooting Mode Dial Shutter button (p. 34) Zoom Lever (p. 37, 39) AF-Auxiliary Light Emitter Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 47) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 58) Microphone Lens Cover (p. 27) Flash (p. 47) Speaker (Audio/Video Out) Terminal (p. 142) Lens Terminal cover Terminal* (p. 112, 121) * To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables.
Back / Bottom View Strap Eyelet (p. 26) Viewfinder (p. 36) DC Coupler Cable Cover (p. 19) CF Card Slot/Battery Cover (p. 17, 21) Tripod Socket • The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the camera.
Controls (Exposure) / (White Balance) / Power/Mode Indicator (p. 27) (AEB) / (Flash Exposure Compensation) Button (p. 73, 74, 77, 78) Power/Replay Lever (p. 27, 29) (Flash) / (Index) Button (p. 47, 94) (Macro) / (Jump) Button (p. 57, 95) (Light Metering) / (Microphone) Button (p. 79, 81, 82, 98) (Manual Focus) / (Single image erase) Button (p. 85, 86, 104) Multicontroller (p. 14, 71) (Menu) Button (p. 38) (Display) Button (p. 30) LCD Monitor (p.
Shooting Mode Dial Cr e Use the shooting mode dial to switch between the shooting modes. : Auto (p. 44) • The camera automatically selects settings. one ve Z ati on e Auto Imag eZ • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type. : Portrait (p. 49) : Landscape (p. 49) : Night Scene (p. 50) : Fast Shutter Speed (p. 50) : Slow Shutter Speed (p. 51) : Color Effects (p. 52) : Stitch Assist (p. 53) : Movie (p.
Operating the Multicontroller The multicontroller is used to select choices, images and menus on the LCD monitor and confirm the selection. Moving the cursor on the LCD monitor up and down. Use C or D to select a menu item on the LCD monitor. Moving the cursor on the LCD monitor left and right. Use B or A to select a menu item on the LCD monitor. Confirming a menu selection or selecting an AF frame. or .
Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Recharge Battery Pack NB-2L (supplied) with Battery Charger CB-2LT or CB-2LTE before you use the camera for the first time and subsequently when the “Charge the battery pack” message is displayed. 1 Align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the battery charger, then slide the battery in the direction of the arrow. 2 Battery charger model names and types vary by region. (For CB-2LT) Plug the battery charger into an electrical outlet.
Charging the Battery Pack (continued) Battery Pack Handling Precautions • Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack. • Do not cover the battery charger with anything, such as a tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is charging. Heat will build up internally and possibly lead to fire.
Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack NB-2L (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use a household power source to power the camera for extended periods (p. 19). 1 Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. 2 Slide the CF card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover.
Installing the Battery Pack (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Battery Low Status The following icon and/or message appears when the battery becomes low. Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible before it is required for an extended period. When the LCD monitor is off, this icon will display when you press the , , or button. Change Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the the battery pack battery pack immediately.
Using a Household Power Source You are advised to use AC Adapter Kit ACK700* (optional) for long periods of use and when connecting to a computer or printer. * Consists of Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700, DC Coupler DR-700 and a power cord. 1 Connect to Power Supply Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into an electrical outlet. Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 2 Connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter cable to the DC Coupler DR-700 terminal.
Using a Household Power Source (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Always turn the camera’s power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. • Use of any adapter other than AC Adapter Kit ACK700 may cause malfunction of the camera or AC adapter kit.
Installing a CF Card 1 Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. 2 Slide the CF card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. 3 Insert the CF card with the label facing out and the arrow pointing in. • Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. • To remove the CF card, push the CF card eject button and pull the card out.
Installing a CF Card (continued) CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) PowerShot S30 2048 x 1536 pixels L (Large) M 1 (Medium) M 2 (Medium) S (Small) RAW Movie PowerShot S40 2272 x 1704 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 1024 x 768 pixels 640 x 480 pixels FC-8M 4 8 16 3 6 13 7 13 26 12 23 42 29 47 83 FC-16M 8 16 32 7 13 26 14 26 52 25 46 84 58 94 165 FC-32M 18 33 68 14 27 54 30 54 108 53 94 174 120 196 337 FC-64M 38 68 136 30 54 110 61 109 217 107 189 349 241 394 677 FC-128M 76 137 274
CF Card Handling Precautions • CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend, force, or subject them to shocks or vibration. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. • Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may cause condensation to form in the card, leading to potential malfunctions. To avoid condensation formation, place the CF card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature.
Setting the Date / Time The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set the date and time. 1 Turn on the camera (p. 27). 2 Press the button. • The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Play)] menu appears. (Rec.) Menu. the [ (Set up)] menu using A on 3 Select the multicontroller. • Pressing the button also switches between menus. [Date/Time] using C or D on the 4 Select multicontroller, then press .
Setting the Language 1 Turn on the camera (p. 27). 2 Press the button. • The (Rec.) or (Play) menu appears. (Rec.) Menu. the (Set up) menu using A on 3 Select the multicontroller. • Pressing the button also switches between menus. [Language] using C or D on the 4 Select multicontroller and press . Select a language using B or A on the 5 multicontroller. 6 Press . • After adjusting the settings, press the window.
Attaching the Strap Thread the small loop of the wrist strap through the strap holder on the camera and pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap. Using the Soft Case (Optional) The soft case can be used to carry the camera, battery pack and CF card. • Optional soft case appearance and specifications may vary according to region.
Basic Functions Turning the Power On / Off The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting mode Green: Replaying mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off. Power/Mode Indicator * For printer connection mode, see Printing with Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional) (p.
Turning the Power On / Off (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • You will hear a startup sound and see the startup image when the power comes on. (To change the startup sound and image, see below and pages 41 and 139.) • The startup image does not appear when the LCD monitor is off or the terminal is connected to a TV. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Turning on the camera without the startup sound and image Press and hold the button, then turn on the power.
Switching between Shooting and Replaying You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Replaying mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or deleting an image immediately after it is shot. 2 Shooting Mode 1 Slide the power/replay lever to the right (p. 27). • The camera is switched to Replaying mode. In this case, the lens does not retract. • To return to Shooting mode, slide the power/replay lever to the right again or press the shutter button halfway.
Switching the LCD Monitor Display Mode The LCD monitor can be used to confirm an image during shooting, to replay button switches recorded images or to adjust menu settings. Pressing the the LCD monitor display mode. 2 Shooting Mode button cycles the LCD monitor to the next mode each time • Pressing the the button is pressed.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or Replaying mode, such as the camera settings, remaining image capacity and shooting date / time. 2 Shooting Mode MF (Manual Focus) Indicator Message The following displays in information view. ( ••• Aperture Setting Recordable Images or Shutter Speed Recordable Movie Time AF Frame (sec.) Spot AE Point Frame ) ••• L M1 M2 S (Red) (PowerShot S30) x3.8 x4.8 x6.0 x7.4 x10 (PowerShot S40) x4.3 x5.3 x6.7 x8.
Switching the LCD Monitor Display Mode (continued) 2 Replaying Mode File Number In simple display mode, the following information appears. L M1 M2 S Compression Settings Resolution Settings File Format Sound annotation (wav file) Movie Protection Status p. 61 p. 61 p. 64 p. 98 p. 96 p. 103 Image Number Shooting Date / Time and Total (Display Image/ Total) In detailed display mode, the following information also appears.
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the recorded image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward to the right, the brighter the image. If the image is dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive number. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative number if the image is bright (p. 73).
Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. ● Pressing Halfway Indicators Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance. • The indicators shine or flash as follows.
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Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot The camera is equipped with an optical viewfinder. • Align the square brackets (autofocus metering field) inside the viewfinder on the primary subject to compose the image. • The viewfinder has a field of vision of approximately 82% of the actual shooting image.
Adjusting the Zoom (Focal Length) The focal length can be adjusted from 7.1 to 21.3 mm (equivalent to 35 to 105 mm in 35 mm film format). Telephoto / Wide Angle • Slide the zoom lever toward (telephoto). • Slide the zoom lever toward (wide angle). x4.3 to zoom in to zoom out Digital Zoom • An image already zoomed with the optical zoom lens can be further zoomed digitally up to an approximate factor of 10 for PowerShot S30, and 11 for PowerShot S40, for shooting (p. 60). e.g.
Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting, replaying, date / time and electronic sound settings. Watch the LCD monitor while performing the following procedures. 1 Press the button. • In Shooting mode, the [ (Rec.)] menu appears. In Replaying mode, the [ (Play)] menu appears. between menu tabs using B or A 2 Switch on the multicontroller. • The menu switches as follows: [ (Rec.)] [ (Play)] [ (Set up)] (My Camera)] • Pressing the button also switches between the menu tabs.
Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options for each menu and the default settings. Available Settings Menu Item Resolution (Still picture) PowerShot S30 PowerShot S40 Resolution (Movie) Compression File Format Drive Mode Rec. Menu (Red) Play Menu (Blue) ISO Speed L 2048 x 1536 / M1 1600 x 1200 / M2 1024 x 768 / S L Reference Page 640 x 480 p. 61 2272 x 1704 / M1 1600 x 1200 / M2 1024 x 768 / S 320 x 240* / 640 x 480 160 x 120 (Superfine) / (Fine*) / p.
Selecting Menus and Settings (continued) Available Settings Menu Item Set up Menu (Yellow) Reference Page Beep On* / Off p. 137 LCD Brightness Normal / Bright* p. 137 Speaker Vol. Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 p. 137 Auto Power Down On* / Off p. 138 Date/Time Sets the date and time p. 24 Format Formats the CF card English* / Deutsch / Français / Nederlands / p. 106 Dansk / Suomi / Italiano / Norsk / Svenska / p.
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer sounds. Each menu item has three choices. e.g. Start-up image [ ] [ [ [ ] ] ] [ ] [ ] Default camera theme Science fiction theme Animal (bird or dog) theme Changing My Camera Settings 1 Turn on the camera (p. 27). 2 Press the button. • The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Play)] menu appears. the [ (My Camera)] menu using 3 Select A on the multicontroller.
Changing My Camera Settings (continued) Select setting content using B or A on 5 the multicontroller. 6 Press the button. • Pressing the button closes the menu and makes the settings take effect. • In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway.
Customizing My Camera Settings You can customize the contents of menu [ and storing these to your camera. ] and [ ] using the supplied software File format of My Camera Settings ● Start-up Image • Recording image format • Sampling rate • Image size • File capacity JPEG (Base line JPEG) 4:1:1 320 x 240 pixels 20 KB or less ● Start-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Operation Sound and Selftimer Sound • Recording format WAVE (monaural) • Standardizing bit 8 bit • Sampling frequency 11.025 kHz and 8.
Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 27). Turn the shooting mode dial to 2 . 3 Aim the camera at the subject. the zoom lever to achieve the desired composition 4 Use (relative subject size in the viewfinder). 5 Press the shutter button halfway (p. 34).
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Checking an Image Right after Shooting Checking the Image After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD monitor for two seconds. There are two ways to display the image for longer. 2Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed The image continues to appear on the LCD monitor as long as you keep the shutter button fully depressed. 2Pressing If you press while the image is displayed on the LCD monitor, it will continue to display even after the shutter button is released.
Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level, and the red-eye reduction lamp fires each time the main flash fires Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. Red-eye reduction, Flash on The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash always fire. Flash on The flash always fires. Flash off The flash does not fire. Red-eye reduction, Auto Press the button to switch between 1 flash modes.
Using the Flash (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When shooting with a high ISO sensitivitiy and using the built-in flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you are to the subject. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed is selected.
Portrait Mode Use this mode when you want the subject to appear sharp and the background to blur. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . • Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode (p. 44). Auto ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The AEB, AE lock, FE Lock, light metering, file format (RAW), and image adjustment (ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation) settings cannot be adjusted in this mode. • You can set the AF frame to either the auto (AiAF) selection or manual center (p. 71).
Night Scene Mode Use this mode to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The people are illuminated with light from the flash while the backdrop is captured at a slow shutter speed so that both appear correctly exposed. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . • Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 44).
Slow Shutter Use this mode to shoot moving objects to make them appear blurred such as river rapids. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . • Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 44). Auto ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The AEB, AE lock, FE lock, light metering, file format (RAW), and image adjustment (ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation) settings cannot be adjusted in this mode. • You can set the AF frame to either the auto (AiAF) selection or manual center (p.
Changing the Color Effect You can shoot with different color effects. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in bold color. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Sepia Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white. 1 Turn Shooting mode dial to . • The LCD monitor turns on and displays the color effects menu. a color effect using B or A on the 2 Select multicontroller. 3 Press .
Stitch Assist Mode Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging (stitching) into a large panoramic image using a computer. Horizontal Vertical 2x2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please use the bundled PhotoStitch program to merge the images on a computer. Framing a Subject PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them. When composing shots, try to include a distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portions.
Stitch Assist Mode (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to within 10% of the image height. • Do not include moving items in the overlap. • Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close subjects. Objects may appear warped or doubled up.
3 Shoot the first image. • The exposure and white balance settings are set and locked with the first image. and shoot the second image so 4 Compose that it overlaps the first. • Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with the software. • An image can be retaken. Press B or A on the multicontroller to return to that frame. Sequence Sequence 5 Use the same procedures to shoot the remaining frames. • A maximum of 26 images can be recorded either horizontally or vertically.
Movie Mode Use this mode to shoot movie frames. The resolution can be set to pixels (default setting) or 160 x 120 pixels in [Resolution] of the [ (p. 61). 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to 320 x 240 (Rec.)] menu . • The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum recording time (in seconds). 2 Press the shutter button all the way. • Shooting and sound recording starts simultaneously. • During the shooting a red circle appears in the upper right of the LCD monitor.
Macro Mode Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups of subjects in the range of 10 to 80 cm (3.9 in. to 2.7 ft.) at maximum wide angle and 30 to 80 cm (1.0 ft. to 2.7 ft.) at maximum telephoto. 1 Press the 2 Press the button to turn the LCD monitor on. button. • The icon appears on the LCD monitor. • Press the button again to cancel the macro mode. 3 Shoot the image. • The indicator beside the viewfinder will shine yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Auto Mode (p. 44).
Self-Timer You can take pictures with the self-timer in any shooting mode. In the [ 1 Mode]. (Rec.)] menu, select [Drive • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). 2 Select [ ] or [ ], then press the button. • When [ ] is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 10 seconds, and when [ ] is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for 2 seconds, after you press the shutter button. 3 Shoot the image.
Continuous Mode Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is fully pressed. Use this mode to view the images as you shoot continuously. The shutter Standard mode. Continuous Shooting interval is longer in this mode than in Use this mode to shoot continuously with a short shutter interval. The camera’s High Speed internal memory will become full faster in this mode than in mode when Continuous Shooting many frames are shot or when high image quality settings are selected.
Digital Zoom With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be zoomed as follows. PowerShot S30: 3.8 times, 4.8 times, 6.0 times, 7.4 times, and 10 times PowerShot S40: 4.3 times, 5.3 times, 6.7 times, 8.2 times, and 11 times button to turn the LCD monitor on. 1 Press the mode dial to any shooting mode except for 2 Turnorthe shooting . In the [ 3 Zoom]. (Rec.)] menu, select [Digital • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). 4 Select [On] and press the 5 it.
Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects Camera settings such as image resolution and compression, shutter speed and aperture can be freely changed for shooting. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please see Auto Mode (p. 44) for shooting procedures once you have changed a setting. Changing the Resolution and Compression You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit the purpose of the image you are about to shoot.
Changing the Resolution and Compression (continued) 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to the desired shooting mode. 2 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Resolution] or [Compression]. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). a resolution or compression setting and press the 3 Select button. Resolution (excluding ) Compression The number of recordable images (only displayed when the resolution, compression or file format is changed) e.g. PowerShot S40 4 Shoot the image.
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Changing the File Format The recording file format can be switched to the RAW format. With the standard JPEG file format, the camera processes images after capturing them to produce optimal results. The JPEG format compresses images so that more can be stored on a single CF card. However, the compression is irreversible, meaning that the original image data cannot be recovered after processing. In contrast, the RAW format records the image data as captured by the camera’s CCD without further processing.
Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture settings to match the brightness of the scene. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . 2 Shoot the image. • The shutter speed and aperture settings will be set automatically. They appear on the LCD monitor if it is on. • The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and aperture settings show in white.
Setting the Shutter Speed When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects an aperture setting to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . • The shutter speed appears on the LCD monitor if it is on. a speed using B or A on the 2 Select multicontroller.
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Setting the Aperture When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to fade the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus. The larger the aperture value, the greater the range of the image brought into clear focus. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to .
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If the shutter speed shows in red on the LCD monitor, the image is under- or overexposed (insufficient light). Adjust the aperture value using B or A on the multicontroller until the shutter speed display turns white. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears in the center of the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before shooting.
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for shooting fireworks and other images where it is difficult to set the correct exposure automatically. 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to . • The shutter speed and aperture settings appears on the LCD monitor if it is on. a shutter speed using B or A on 2 Select the multicontroller. an aperture setting using C or D 3 Select on the multicontroller.
Selecting an AF Frame The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following way. Auto Selection (AiAF) Manual Selection The camera automatically selects the AF frame to focus according to the shooting conditions. Manually select one of the three AF frames. This is convenient for focusing accurately on an off-center subject to obtain the composition you desire. indicates the selected AF frame which appears green on the LCD monitor.
Selecting an AF Frame (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If any particular AF frame is selected, it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to check the AF frame while shooting. • When the Spot AE Point is selected as the light metering method, you can use the selected AF frame as the Spot AE Point (p. 82). • For an explanation of the AF frame colors, please refer to page 34. • If the shooting mode is changed, the AF frame may also change depending on the shooting mode.
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. 1 Press the button once. • The icon and exposure compensation bar will appear on the LCD monitor if it is on. 2 Select a setting using B or A on the multicontroller. • The settings can be adjusted in 1/3 steps in the range of -2EV to +2EV. 3 Press . • You can also take the picture with the set exposure compensation value by .
Setting the White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera can reproduce colors more accurately. Set the white balance mode to a natural or artificial light setting according to the circumstances.
Setting a Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate a subject such as a white piece of paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card. 1 Press the button twice. • The WB setting menu appears on the LCD monitor if it is on. Select using B or A on the 2 multicontroller. the camera at the white paper or 3 Aim cloth, or gray card and press the button.
Setting the White Balance (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To set and use a custom white balance setting, it is advisable to select the shooting mode and set the exposure compensation and flash exposure compensation to zero (±0). The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect (image is completely black or white). • It is also advisable to use the LCD monitor to compose the shot and to zoom in to the maximum telephoto setting.
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EV steps within the range of -2EV to +2EV of the standard exposure setting. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings (p. 73) to extend the adjustment range. The images are shot in the following order: Standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure. the 1 Press times.
Adjusting the Flash Output (Flash Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the flash output for flash photography. the 1 Press times. button four • The icon and the flash exposure compensation bar appears on the LCD monitor. or contract the range using B 2 Expand or A on the multicontroller. • The flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in 1/3 steps within a range of -2EV to +2EV. 3 Press . • You can also take the picture with the set flash exposure compensation value .
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. For an explanation of how different combinations of light metering options and a selected AF frame affect where the AE lock is metered, see page 80. button to turn on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure 2 Focus setting. • Press the shutter button halfway.
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The AE lock function cannot be used when the optical viewfinder is used to shoot. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • This function can only be selected in the , and shooting modes. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ The automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure with the following procedures.
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular portion of your subject. For an explanation of how different combinations of light metering options and a selected AF frame affect where the FE lock is metered, see page 80. button to turn on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the 2 Set the flash to fire (p. 47). on the subject on which you wish to lock the flash 3 Focus exposure setting. • Press the shutter button halfway.
Switching between Light Metering Modes Center-weighted averaging is the default light metering mode. This can be switched to spot light metering. Evaluative Light Metering Center-Weighted Averaging Spot AE Point Center AF Point Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for light metering.
the [Center] or [AF Point] option, 4 Select button. then press the • When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCD monitor, and when [Spot AE Point] is set to [AF Point], it appears inside the selected AF frame. e.g. Center Spot AE Point Frame 5 Shoot the image. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The light metering mode cannot be changed while the white balance setting menu appears on the LCD monitor.
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Subjects mixing close and far objects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition • Subjects that are moving quickly To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar distance, lock the focus and recompose the image with the desired subject, or use the manual focus.
Focus Lock Method 2 button to turn on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep it 2 Press pressed and press the button. • The icon appears on the LCD monitor. button are • The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and the released. button is pressed again. • The manual focus setting will cancel if the the image and press the shutter button all the way 3 Recompose to shoot the image.
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus (continued) Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. button to turn on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the the button, then use 2 CPressor Dandonhold the multicontroller. • The focus will lock and the icon and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. If a particular AF frame has been manually selected, the portion of the image in that frame will appear magnified.
Manually Setting Image Characteristics The ISO speed, contrast, sharpness and saturation settings can be adjusted for shooting. 1 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select one of the above items. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). 2 Select a value for the item and press the button. ISO speed • Switch speeds when you are shooting in dark areas or want to use a fast shutter speed. • You can select from 50 (default setting), 100, 200, 400, 800 (only for PowerShot S30) and AUTO.
Manually Setting Image Characteristics (continued) 3 Shoot the image. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • These functions can only be selected in the , , and shooting modes. In the mode, however, the ISO speed cannot be set to [Auto]. • These settings are memorized even when the camera power is turned off.
Resetting the File Numbers You can select the way file numbers are assigned. On Off The file numbers are reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new CF card is inserted. New images recorded on CF cards with existing files are assigned the next available number. The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number. In the [ 1 Reset]. (Rec.)] menu, select [File No. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38).
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode This chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode. Reference Page Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Auto Flash Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On On Off Macro Mode Single Shot Normal Continuous Mode Drive Mode High Speed Continuous Mode Self-Timer (10 sec.) Self-Timer (2 sec.
Reference Page ISO Speed Digital Zoom Contrast Sharpness Saturation – (5) – (5) – (5) – (5) – (5) (5) (5) (5) (5) (6) – – – – ● ● ● – ● ● ● ● ● ● ● – – ● ● ● ● – – – – – – – – – ● ● ● ● – – – – – – – – – ● ● ● ● – – – – – – – – – ● ● ● ● p. 87 p. 60 p. 87 * ● ▲ - Default setting. Setting selection is possible. Setting can only be selected for the first image. Setting selection is not possible.
Replaying Viewing Images Singly (Single Image Replay) You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor. 1 Slide the power/replay lever to the right. • The last recorded image appears (Single Image Replay). between images using B or A on 2 Move the multicontroller. • Use B to move to the previous image and A to move to the next. Holding B or A moves more rapidly between images, but the images will not appear as clearly.
Magnifying Images In single image replay, the displayed image can be shown magnified by an approximate factor of 2.5 or 5 for PowerShot S30 and 3 or 6 for PowerShot S40. 1 Slide the power/replay lever to the right. 2 Slide the zoom lever toward . Magnified approximately 6 times (PowerShot S40) Magnified Approximate approximately 3 times position (PowerShot S40) Approximate position • The display cycles to the next magnification mode each time you slide the zoom lever toward .
Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Replay) Up to nine images can be viewed at once in Index Replay. 1 Slide the power/replay lever to the right. 2 Press the button. • Nine images appear at once (Index Replay). Movie Frame Selected Image the image selection using B, A, C or D on the 3 Change multicontroller. The C operation in this row displays the previous set of nine images. The D operation in this row displays the next set of nine images. 4 Press the button.
Jumping Between Images The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in either single image replay or index replay. Press the 1 replay (p. 94). button while in single replay (p. 92) or index • The jump bar appears. 2 The displayed image(s) change. Single Replay • Jump 9 images behind or ahead using B or A on the multicontroller. Jump Bar Index Replay • Jump to the previous or next set of nine images using B or A on the multicontroller. Jump Bar 3 Press the button.
Viewing Movies You can replay the images shot in mode. 1 Slide the power/replay lever to the right. • Movies cannot be viewed in index replay. an image shot in mode using 2 Display B or A on the multicontroller. • A movie displays with the instruction on it. 3 Press . • The movie images and sound will play. • You can adjust the volume using C or D on the multicontroller. is • When a movie has finished playing, it will display the last frame.
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated 90º and 270º clockwise on the LCD monitor. Original 90º 270º [ (Play)] menu, select [Rotate] 1 Inandthepress . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). an image you want to rotate 2 Select using B or A on the multicontroller and press . • The image cycles to the next orientation (90º ➝ is pressed. 270º ➝ original) each time 3 Press the button. • The Play menu appears again. Press the menu.
Attaching Sound Annotations to Images In replay mode (including single replay, index replay, magnifying replay and the replay immediately after shooting in Shooting mode) you can attach sound annotations (up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format. 1 Press the button while replaying images. • The A / V panel appears. Select using B or A on the 2 multicontroller, . then press • The recording starts and the elapsed time is displayed. Speak towards the microphone of the camera. .
Automated Playback (Slide Show) Starting a Slide Show All images, or a selection of images, can be displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show. All Images Slide Show 1 - 3 Plays all the images on the CF card in order Plays the images selected for each show in order (p. 100) the [ (Play)] menu, select [Slide 1 InShow] and press . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • The slide show menu appears. Select [Program] using C or D on the 2 multicontroller.
Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued) Selecting Images for Slide Shows You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 100 images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order of their selection. 1 Display the slide show menu (p. 99). Select [Program] using C on the 2 multicontroller. Then select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3] using B or A on the multicontroller. • A bright green bar will appear beside a show already containing images.
5 Press the button. • The image selection screen will close. Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings You can change the play time for all the images in a show and have the show repeat itself continuously. Play Time Repeat Sets the duration that each image in a slide show is displayed. The options are any one of 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual. Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues to display until stopped.
Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued) 5 Press the button. • The set up menu closes. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The display interval may vary somewhat for some images. • Slide shows can be easily edited on a computer with the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide.
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. [ (Play)] menu, select [Protect] 1 Inandthepress . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). an image you want to protect 2 Select using B or A on the multicontroller and press . • The icon appears on protected images. again (in • To remove the protection, press protection mode). • You can make the selection of images easier by toggling between single replay and Index replay button. with the 3 Press the button.
Erasing Erasing Images Singly ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. 1 Set the camera to the replay mode (p. 29). Select the image you wish to erase using B or A on the 2 multicontroller and press the button. [Erase] using B or A on the 3 Select . multicontroller and press • To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel] and .
Erasing All Images ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. [ (Play)] menu, select [Erase all] 1 Inandthepress . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select [OK] using B or A on the 2 multicontroller and press . • To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel] and . press ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Protected images cannot be erased with the erase function (p. 103).
Formatting a CF Card You should format a new CF card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. Please check the contents of the CF card before formatting it. In the [ (Set up)] menu, select [Format] 1 and press . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). Select [OK] using B or A on the 2 multicontroller and press .
Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) Images on a CF card can be individually selected for printing in a specified number of copies. You can also select the print type and whether or not to print the date and file number. These settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards so that images can be printed on DPOF-compliant digital printers or at participating photo labs.
Selecting Images for Printing (continued) 3 Select images for printing. Number of Copies Single Images • When the print type (p. 99) is set to [Standard] or [Both], select an image using B or A on the multicontroller. You can set the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed using C or D on the multicontroller. • When the print type (p. 99) is set to [Index], select an image using B or A on the multicontroller and mark or remove marks from images using C or D on the multicontroller.
Setting the Print Style The following print settings can be selected. Print Type Standard Index Both Date File No. Prints one image per page Prints the selected images together at a reduced size in an index format Prints the images in both the standard and index formats Adds the date to the print Adds the file number to the print 1 Display the Print Order menu (p. 107). [Set up] using B or A on the 2 Select . multicontroller and press [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.
Setting the Print Style (continued) File No. • Select [On] or [Off]. 5 Press the button. • The set up menu will close and the Print Order menu will reappear. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When [Print Type] is set to [index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On]. • If [Print Type] is set to [Both], both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On], however, only the file number is printed for the index print.
Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset to [Standard] and the date and file number options are set to [Off]. 1 Display the Print Order menu (p. 107). Select [Reset] using B or A on the 2 multicontroller and press . Select [OK] using B or A on the 3 multicontroller and press .
Printing with Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional) Card Photo Printer CP-10, sold separately, can be connected to the camera and used to print images very easily directly from the camera. It can also be used with the DPOF print settings. Connecting Card Photo Printer CP-10 to the Camera Two direct interface cables are supplied with the printer. Use the cable (DIF-100) that has a Symbol on the connector to connect to this camera.
the power/replay lever to the right 4 Slide to turn on the camera. • appears on the camera LCD monitor and the power/mode indicator is lit in green when the printer is properly connected to the camera. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When you detach the cable from the camera, hold the plug and do not pull the cable. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please see the Card Photo Printer CP-10 manual for instructions on loading paper and installing ink cartridges.
Printing An image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay. Choose an image using B or A on the multicontroller and 1 press . the number of prints, the print style and cropping settings 2 Set as required. • Selecting the number of copies (p. 115) • Setting the Print Style (p. 115) • Trimming (Printing a Portion of an image) (p. 117) Choose [Print] using C, D, B or A on the 3 multicontroller . and press • You can also select [Print] by pressing the button.
Selecting the Number of Copies In Replaying mode, press and select 1 the [Copies] option using C or D on the multicontroller. the desired number of copies using B or A on the 2 Specify multicontroller. • You can specify from 1 to 99 prints. Setting the Print Style You can select from among the following print styles. Image Borders Standard Multiple Borderless Bordered Date Prints one image per page. Prints eight copies of the same image on one page. Prints right to the edges of the page.
Printing (continued) [Image], [Borders] or [Date] 2 Choose using C or D on the multicontroller. 3 Set the selection using B or A on the multicontroller. Image Choose [Standard] or [Multiple]. 4 Press the Borders Choose [Borderless] or [Bordered]. Date Choose [On] or [Off]. button. • If [Borderless] or [Multiple] is selected as the print style, the center portion of the recorded image (the image displayed on the LCD monitor) is printed at an enlarged size.
Trimming (Printing a Portion of an Image) You can specify which portion for an image gets printed. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Prior to Trimming Please set the Print Style (Image, Borders and Date) first before setting the trimming settings (p. 115). In Replaying mode, press and 1 choose [Trimming] using C or D on the multicontroller and press again. • The trimming frame will appear at the center of the image.
Printing (continued) the 3 Press setting menu. button to close the Trimming Frame ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The trimming setting only applies to one image. • The trimming setting is cancelled with the following operations. - When you set the trimming settings for another image. - When you close the Print mode (when you turn the camera power off, change the camera mode, or detach the DIF-100 direct interface cable). - When you try to expand the trimming frame beyond its maximum size.
Printing with DPOF Print Settings on Card Photo Printer CP-10 You can use the DPOF print settings to print with Card Photo Printer CP-10 (optional). 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press . • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • The Print Order menu appears. [Print] using C, D, B or A on the 2 Select . multicontroller and press 3 Set the print style settings as required. • See Setting the Print Settings (p. 115).
Printing with DPOF Print Settings on Card Photo Printer CP-10 (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To print the date, set the [Date] setting in the print order menu in Step 2 on the previous page to [On]. You cannot set the date to print with the [Style] menu in Step 3 on the previous page. If the print type is set to [Index], the date will not print even if the [Date] setting is set to [On] in Step 2. • The file number will not print.
Printing with Bubble Jet Printer (Optional) Bubble Jet Printer* with the direct print function, sold separately, can be connected to the camera and used to print images very easily directly from the camera. It can also be used with the DPOF print settings. * Not sold in some regions To find out if your Bubble Jet Printer supports the direct print function, or for general information about Bubble Jet Printers, please also refer to the Quick Start Guide supplied with your Bubble Jet Printer.
Connecting Bubble Jet Printer to the Camera (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When you detach the cable from the camera, hold the plug and do not pull by the cable. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please see the Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide manual for instructions to install paper and ink cartridges. • The following operations cannot be performed while the printer is connected. - Replaying movies - Setting the language using the and the button combination.
Printing An image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay. Choose an image using B or A on the multicontroller and 1 press . the number of prints, the print style and cropping settings 2 Set as required. • Selecting the number of copies (p. 124) • Setting the Print Style (p. 124) • Trimming (Printing a Portion of an image) (p. 126) [Print] using B or A on the 3 Choose multicontroller and press . • You can also select [Print] by pressing the button.
Printing (continued) Selecting the Number of Copies mode, press and select 1 IntheReplaying [Copies] option using C or D on the multicontroller. Specify the desired number of copies using B or A on the 2 multicontroller. • You can specify from 1 to 99 prints. Setting the Print Style You can select from among the following print styles. Paper Borders Borderless Bordered Date Select the paper size from the following.
[Paper], [Borders] or [Date] using 2 Choose C or D on the multicontroller. 3 Set the selection using B or A on the multicontroller. Paper Borders Choose [Card #1], [Card #2], [Card #3], [LTR] or [A4]. 4 Press the Choose [Borderless] or [Bordered]. Date Choose [On] or [Off]. button. • The setting is complete and the Print Order menu resumes.
Printing (continued) Trimming (Printing a Portion of an Image) You can specify which portion of an image gets printed. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Prior to Trimming Please set the Print Style (Paper, Borders and Date) first before setting the trimming settings (p. 124). Replaying mode, press and 1 Inchoose [Trimming] using C or D on the multicontroller and press again. • The trimming frame appears at the center of the image.
the 3 Press setting menu. button to close the Trimming Frame ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The trimming setting only applies to one image. • The trimming setting is cancelled with the following operations. - When you set the trimming settings for another image. - When you close the Print mode (when you turn the camera power off, change the camera mode, or detach the cable). - When you try to expand the trimming frame beyond its maximum size.
Printing with DPOF Print Settings on Bubble Jet Printer You can use the DPOF print settings to print using Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional). 1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38). • The Print Order menu appears. [Print] using C, D, B or A on the 2 Select . multicontroller and press 3 Set the print style settings as required. • See Setting the Print Settings (p. 124). 4 Press .
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To print the date, set the DPOF [Date] setting to [On]. The date will not print with the Print Style date setting under these circumstances (p. 109). If the print type is set to [Index], the date will not print even if the [Date] setting is set to [On] in Step 2. • The file number will not print. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Cancel Printing • To cancel printing between images printed, press . A confirmation dialog . appears.
Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) Using the camera, you can make marks on images you wish to transfer and attach to e-mails. (Please use the supplied software for actually transferring images.) These settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The mark will display on images that have had transfer marks set by another DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by any marks set by your camera.
3 Select images for transferring. Single Images • Select an image using B or A on the multicontroller and mark or remove marks from images using C or D on the multicontroller. • You can use the same procedures to select images in index replay (3 images). Press the button to switch between single replay and index replay. All the Images on a CF Card • Press the button to switch to index replay (three images). Then press , and select [Mark All] using C or D on the multicontroller and press again.
Resetting the Transfer Settings The transfer marks can all be removed at once. 1 Display the Transfer Order menu (p. 130). Select [Reset] using B or A on the 2 multicontroller and press . Select [OK] using B or A on the 3 multicontroller and press .
List of Menu Options The chart below lists menu items and settings. See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 38) to learn how to select a setting. Rec. Menu * Some items may not appear in certain shooting modes (p. 90). Item Menu Screen Sets the number of pixels used to record images to CF cards. Resolution (Excluding Settings Content • ) Reference Page p.
Rec. Menu (continued) Item Settings Content Reference Page Sets the sensitivity at which images are recorded. p. 87 Menu Screen ISO Speed (S30) (S40) • 50 • 50 • 100 • 100 • 200 • 200 • 400 • 400 • 800 • AUTO • AUTO Digital Zoom Combines with the optical zoom to zoom images. p. 60 • Off • On Spot AE Point Sets the Spot AE Point option, Center (the AE p. 82 point is fixed to the center) or AF Point (the AE point corresponds to the AF point).
Item Contrast Settings Content Menu Screen Adjusts the image contrast. Reference Page p. 87 •– •0 •+ Sharpness Adjusts the image sharpness. p. 87 •– •0 •+ Saturation Adjusts the image saturation. p.
Play Menu Item Settings Content Menu Screen Reference Page Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 103 Rotate Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in p. 97 the display. Erase all Erases all images from a CF card (excluding p. 105 protected images). Slide Show Plays images in an automated slide show. p. 99 Print Order Sets the images that will be printed on a DPOF- p. 107 compatible printer or at a photo lab service, the number of copies and other parameters.
Set up Menu Item Beep Menu Screen Reference Page Settings Content Sets whether or not the beep sounds when the p. 34 shutter button is pressed or when a menu operation is performed. • On • Off (Still beeps to warn of an error even when set to Off) See also “How the [Beep] setting in the [ (Set up)] menu and each sound setting in the [ (My Camera)] menu are related” on page 140. LCD Brightness Sets the brightness level of the LCD monitor. • (Normal) • (Bright) Speaker Vol.
Set up Menu (continued) Item Menu Screen Auto Power Down Settings Content Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a specified period of time Reference Page p. 28 elapses without something being pressed. • On • Off Date/Time Sets the date, time and date format. p. 24 Format Formats (initializes) a CF card. p. 106 Language Sets the language used in the menus and p. 25 messages on the LCD monitor. The menu may appear differently in some regions.
My Camera Menu You can select the start-up image and start-up, shutter, operation, and self-timer sounds. You can customize [ ] and [ ] of each item using the supplied software. For details, please refer to the Software Starter Guide. Item Start-up Image Menu Screen Settings Content Sets the start-up image when you turn on the camera. Reference Page p. 40 • •1 Start-up Sound • • Sets the start-up sound when you turn on the p. 40 camera.
My Camera Menu (continued) Item Menu Screen Operation Sound Reference Page Settings Content p. 40 Sets the sound when the multicontroller or any button other than the shutter button is operated. See also “How the [Beep] setting in the [ (Set up)] menu and each sound setting in the [ Camera)] menu are related” on this page. (My • •1 • • Sets the sound informing you that the photo will Selftimer Sound p. 40 be taken in 2 seconds.
Resetting all of the Settings to Default You can reset all of the menu and button operation settings to default except for [Date/Time], [Language], and [Video System]. 1 Turn on the camera. • You can turn on the camera into either Shooting or Replaying mode. the 2 Press 5 seconds. button for longer than • The message “Reset settings to default?” appears on the LCD monitor. Select [OK] using B or A on the 3 multicontroller, then press . • The screen on the right hand appears while resetting.
Shooting / Replaying with a TV Monitor A video-compatible television connected via the supplied AV cable AVC-DC100 can be used to view images as you shoot or replay them. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 27, 29). Attach AV Cable AVC-DC100 to the 2 terminal on the camera. 3 Yellow Plug To the Video In Jack Black Plug To the Audio In Jack Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the video in and audio in jacks on the TV. 4 Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.
Appendices Camera Care and Maintenance Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts. Camera body Wipe the body clean with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. • Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens.
Troubleshooting Cause Problem Camera will not operate Power is not turned on CF card slot/battery cover opened Insufficient battery volatge Camera will not record Poor contact between camera and battery terminals Camera is in replaying or computer/printer mode Flash is charging (flashing orange indicator) CF card full CF card not formatted correctly Lens will not retract Solution • Turn on the camera. See Turning the Power On / Off (p. 27).
Problem Cause Battery pack capacity reduced because of disuse for one year or more after being fully charged Battery life exceeded Battery life exceeded Battery pack will not charge Poor contact between battery charger and battery Camera moved Image is blurred or out of focus Battery pack consumed quickly Autofocus function hampered by obstruction to AF auxiliary light emitter Subject out of focal range Subject in recorded image is too dark Solution • Replace the battery pack with a new one.
Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Subject in recorded image is too bright Subject too close Subject bright in comparison to the background Light shining directly on subject or reflected off subject into camera Flash set to On Flash set to Off Flash will not fire Camera is set to off Image not showing on TV Incorrect video system setting Zoom does not Zoom lever was moved while shooting in movie operate mode.
List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor. Reset settings to default? Do you wish to reset all the camera and menu settings to default? Resetting Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card. No CF card: You attempted to shoot or replay images without a CF card installed. Cannot record!: You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card installed. CF card error!: CF card has experienced an anomaly.
List of Messages (continued) Cannot magnify!: You attempted to magnify an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer. Cannot rotate: You attempted to rotate an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer. Unidentified Image You attempted to replay an image that was recorded in a special format (proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.).
The following messages may appear on the camera’s LCD monitor when Card Photo Printer CP-10 is printing. No Paper: Paper cassette is incorrectly inserted or out of paper. Or the paper feed isn’t operating correctly. No Ink: The ink cartridge has not been inserted or has run out of ink. Ink Cassette Error: The ink cassette is experiencing a problem. Paper Jam: The paper jammed during printing. Communication Error: The printer is experiencing a data transmission error.
List of Messages (continued) The following messages may appear when the camera is connected to Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function. The error number is displayed on the control panel of Bubble Jet Printer. Please refer to the Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide for the remedies corresponding to the error numbers. Printer in use: The printer is printing the data from the memory card inserted in the computer or printer.
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S30 / PowerShot S40 Camera effective S30 pixels: S40 Image sensor: S30 S40 Lens: Digital tele-converter: S30 S40 Optical viewfinder: LCD viewfinder: Autofocus method: Focusing range (from tip of the lens barrel): Shutter: Shutter speeds: Light metering method: Exposure control method: Exposure compensation: Sensitivity (equivalent film speed): White balance: Flash: Approx. 3.
Specifications (continued) Flash range: Flash exposure compensation: Shooting modes: Continuous shooting: Self-timer: PC-connected shooting: Storage media: File Format: Image Still images: recording format Movies: JPEG compression mode: Number of Still images: recording pixels: Movies: Playback modes: Display languages 152 Appendices (When sensitivity is set to AUTO) 35 cm - 4.8 m (1.15 ft. - 15.75 ft.) (W), 35 cm - 3.0 m (1.15 ft. - 9.84 ft.
My Camera Settings (customizing): Interface: Power source: Operating Temperatures: Operating Humidity: Dimensions (W × H × D): Weight: (W): wide angle (T): telephoto Start-up Image, Start-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Operation Sound and Selftimer Sound Customizing is possible by downloading data from your computer using the supplied software. Universal Serial Bus (USB), Audio/Video Output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) 1. Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (type: NB-2L) (supplied) 2.
CompactFlash™ Card Card slot type: Dimensions: Weight: 154 Appendices Type I 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.) Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.
Index DPOF Print Settings 107, 119, 128 Transfer Order 130 A AC Adapter Kit 19 AEB Mode 77 AE Lock 79 AF Frame Auto Selection 71 Manual Selection 71 ) 68 Aperture-Priority AE ( Aperture Settings 65, 66, 68, 70 ) 44 Auto Mode ( Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Auto Replay (Slide Show) 99, 136 A/V Out Terminal 10, 142 E 77 B Battery Pack Charging 15 Handling Precautions Installing 17 Low Status 18 Performance 18 Battery charger 15 Beep 137, 139, 140 Black and White Mode Brightness LCD Monitor 137 16
L R Landscape Mode ( ) 49 Language Settings 25, 138 LCD Monitor 30 - 33 Brightness 137 Light Metering Center-Weighted Averaging 82 Evaluative 82 Spot AE Point (AF Point) 82 Spot AE Point (Center) 82 M Macro Mode ( ) 57 Magnifying Images 93 Manual Exposure ( ) 70 Focus ( ) 86 Setting Image Characteristics Shooting Mode 70 Menu List of Options 133 Play 136 Rec 133 Selecting Menus and Settings Set up 39, 40 Messages 147 Movie ( ) Shooting 56 Replaying 96 My Camera Menu 41, 139 Settings 41 N Night Scene Mod
Start-up Image 28, 41 - 43, 139 Sound 28, 41 - 43, 139 Stitch Assist Mode ( ) 53 Framing Subjects 53 Shooting 54 Strap 26 T Telephoto 37 Transfer Order Reset 132 Selecting Images 130 Troubleshooting 144 - 146 V Video System 138, 142 Viewfinder LCD Monitor 12, 30 Optical 10, 36 Volume Replay 137 Shooting 137 W WAV Files 32, 43, 98 White Balance 74 Wide Angle 37 Z Zoom 37, 60, 93 Index 157
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Precaution Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide Camera User Guide Flowchart and Reference Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software Software Starter Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer CDI-E026-010 XX01NiXX © 2001 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN • This guide covers both the PowerShot S30 and PowerShot S40 digital cameras. • Please start by reading the Precaution on the reverse side of this cover.
