Camera User Guide C Y P O ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera. Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Memory Card AV Cable AVC-DC300 Wrist Strap WS-800 Y P O DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk C Warranty Card “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM. After installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop.
Read This First Test Shots Take some initial test shots and play them back 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.
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ● Shoot to match special conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 – 52 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 50) F V With nightscapes Kids and pets (p. 50) (p. 50) Take good landscapes U Sunsets (p. 51) Indoors (p. 51) C P With snowscapes (p. 52) O Y P O Shoot various other scenes ’ w At the beach (p. 51) Foliage (p. 52) t Fireworks (p. 51) y Aquarium (p.
What Do You Want to Do? 1 View ● Look at my pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 ● Look at my pictures on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 ● Quickly search pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 87 ● Erase pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents .......2 Read This First ..................................3 What Do You Want to Do? ................4 Safety Precautions.............................8 Returning the Camera to Default Settings ........................................... 46 Formatting Memory Cards ..........
Table of Contents Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ..................................... 69 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 70 Î Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer .......................... 70 $ Customizing the Self-Timer ........ 71 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock................................ 72 5 Getting More Out of Your Camera ................................ 73 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 74 % Shooting with the AF Lock ........
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated 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. Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.
Safety Precautions Battery • Use only recommended batteries. • Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame. • Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts. This may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.
Safety Precautions • Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or if it is covered by your fingers or clothing. This may cause the camera to malfunction. • Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera. If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. • Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in » mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you take. Y P O The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera C • Attach the included strap and place it around your wrist to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides.
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera. Check the card’s write-protect tab. ● If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a click. Open the cover. ● Slide the cover lock open the cover C , then slide and as shown. Y P O Insert the batteries. ● Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends oriented correctly. Insert the memory card.
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Close the cover. ● Close the cover and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place . Y P O Removing the Memory Card ● Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release it. C X The memory card will pop up.
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken Power Source Alkaline Batteries (Supplied) NiMH Batteries (Sold Separately) 200 8 470 10 Number of Shots* Playback Time (Hours) * The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, fewer shots can be taken. • Depending on the brand of alkaline batteries used, the number of shots that can be taken may vary widely.
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 128 MB 47 2 GB 749 8 GB 2994 • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Can you check the number of shots that can be taken? You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting Mode (p. 20).
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The Date/Time screen will appear. Set the date and time. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option. ● Press the op buttons to set a value. C Y P O Make the setting. ● Press the m button.
Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Select [Date/Time] in the 3 tab. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Date/ Time], then press the m button. C Y P O Change the date and time. ● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 16 to adjust the setting. ● To close the menus, press the n button.
Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Set the playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. Display the settings screen. ● Press and hold the m button press the n button , then . Y P O Set the display language. ● Press the opqr buttons to select a language, then press the m button. X Once the display language has been set, C the language menu will close.
Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take the shot. Press halfway (lightly to the first stop). X The camera automatically makes the necessary settings for shooting, such as focusing and setting the brightness. X When the camera focuses, it will beep twice. Press fully (to the second stop). Y P O X The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot.
» Taking Pictures The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can take images just by pressing the shutter button. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels. Turn on the camera. ● Press the power button. X The start-up sound will play, and the startup screen will appear. ● Pressing the power button again will turn the camera off. Select the » mode. Y P O ● Press the æ button, then press the qr buttons to select ».
» Taking Pictures Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus. X When the camera focuses, it will beep twice. X Green AF frames appear where the subject is in focus. X Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point. AF Frames Y P O Shoot. ● Press the shutter button fully. X The camera will play the shutter sound C and shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions. X The indicator will blink green while the image is recorded to the memory card.
» Taking Pictures What if... • The camera does not play any sounds? Pressing the n button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the n button, select the 3 tab, and then select [Mute]. Use the qr buttons to select [Off]. • The image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting? Your subject is too far away. When the camera is at maximum wide angle, move about 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.
1 Viewing Images You can view your images on the screen. Select the playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. X The last image you took will appear. Select an image. ● Pressing the q button will cycle through the images in reverse order. ● Pressing the r button will cycle through the images in the order they were taken. Y P O ● The images change more quickly if you C keep the qr buttons pressed, but they will appear coarse.
Erasing Images You can select and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Select the playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. X The last image you took will appear. Select an image to erase. ● Press the qr buttons to select an image. C Y P O Erase the image. ● Press the p button. X [Erase?] appears. ● Press the qr buttons to select [Erase], then press the m button. X The displayed image will be erased.
Printing Images You can easily print the images you have taken if you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Items to Prepare • Camera and PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) • Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. ● Open the cover, and insert the small end of the plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown. ● Insert the cable’s larger plug into the printer.
Printing Images Select an image to print. ● Press the qr buttons to select an image. Print images. ● Press the m button. ● Press the op buttons to select [Print], then press the m button. X Printing will start. ● If you want to print additional images, Y P O repeat Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed. ● After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable. C Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on the best ways to print.
X Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. Select the X mode. ● Press the æ button and press the qr buttons to select X. ● Press the m button. Shooting Time Y P O Compose the shot. C ● Pressing the zoom button toward i will zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Pressing the zoom button toward j will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller. Focus.
X Shooting Movies Shoot. ● Press the shutter button fully. X The camera will start shooting the movie, and [ Rec.] and the elapsed time will appear. ● Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. ● If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus will stay the same, but the brightness and tone will automatically adjust. Elapsed Time Y P O ● Do not touch the microphone while shooting. ● Do not press any buttons other than the Microphone C shutter button.
Viewing Movies You can view your movies on the screen. Select the playback mode. ● Press the 1 button. X The last image you shot will appear. X appears on movies. Select a movie. ● Press the qr buttons to select a movie to play, then press the m button. X The movie control panel will appear. C Y P O Play the movie. ● Press the qr buttons to select , then press the m button. X The movie will play. ● You can pause/resume the movie by pressing the m button again.
Transferring Images to a Computer You can use the included software to transfer your camera images to a computer. System Requirements Even though these are recommended system requirements, not all computer functions can be guaranteed. Windows OS Windows Vista (including Service Pack 1) Windows XP Service Pack 2, Service Pack 3 Computer model The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. CPU Pentium 1.
Transferring Images to a Computer Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk supplied with the camera (p. 2) • Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Preparations Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.4) are used for these explanations. Install the software. Windows Place the DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Y P O Begin installation. ● Click [Easy Installation] and follow the C onscreen instructions to proceed with the installation.
Transferring Images to a Computer Connect the camera to the computer. ● Turn off the camera. ● Open the cover, and insert the cable’s small plug into the camera terminal in the direction as shown. ● Insert the cable’s larger plug into the computer’s USB port. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the computer. Turn on the camera. Y P O ● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. C Windows ● Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK].
Transferring Images to a Computer Macintosh X CameraWindow will appear when a connection between the camera and computer is established. ● If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop). Transfer Images ● Click [Transfer Untransferred Images]. X All images not previously transferred will Y P O transfer to the computer. ● After the transfer finishes, turn off the camera and unplug the cable.
Accessories Supplied with Camera AV Cable AVC-DC300*1 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Memory Card Wrist Strap WS-800 C AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) Y P O Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*3 Battery Charger CB-5AH AA-size NiMH batteries (NB-3AH x4) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.
Accessories Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)*2 Y P O Card Reader C Inkjet Printers (PIXMA series)*2 Windows/ Macintosh High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g.
Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Power Supplies • Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 This kit includes both a dedicated charger unit and four rechargeable AAsize NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time. • AC Adapter Kit ACK800 This kit lets you power the camera using household power.
2 Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what displays on the screen, as well as, the basic operating instructions. Y P O Conventions Used in this Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the following icons. C (Up button) (FUNC.
Components Guide Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 103) / RedEye Reduction Lamp (p. 103) / SelfTimer Lamp (pp. 57, 71)) Tripod Socket Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 12) Strap Mount (p. 11) Microphone (p. 28) Lens Shutter Button (p. 19) Power Button (p. 20) Flash (p. 53) Speaker C Y P O Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 40) 1 (Playback) Button (p. 23) æ Button Indicator (p. 39) Zoom Button Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 20) Playback: k (Magnify) (p. 90) / g (Index) (p. 86) DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p.
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The monitor will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will turn off. When the monitor has turned off but the lens has not retracted yet, pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 19) turns on the monitor and shooting can continue.
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Exposure Compensation (p. 66) White Balance (p. 68) My Colors (p. 69) Metering Modes (p. 77) Drive Mode (p. 66) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 64) Recording Pixels (p. 64) Digital Zoom Magnification (p. 54), Digital Tele-Converter (p. 55) Y P O AF Frame (p. 21) Macro (p. 61), Infinity (p. 63) ISO Speed (p. 67) Flash Mode (pp. 53, 61, 78) Red-Eye Correction (p. 79) Self Timer (pp. 57, 70, 71) Shooting Mode Spot AE Point Frame (p.
Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Shooting Mode Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation (p. 66) White Balance (p. 68) Histogram (p. 42) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 64), AVI (Movies) Metering Modes (p. 77) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 14) Displayed image number / Total number of images Folder Number – File Number (p. 101) ISO Speed (p. 67) Aperture Value, Image Quality (Movies) Flash Sync (pp. 61, 78) Macro (p. 61), Infinity (p. 63) File Size (pp.
Information Displayed on the Screen Display in Dark Conditions during Shooting The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different. Screen noise may appear and the movement of the subject may appear somewhat jagged on the screen. This has no effect on the recorded image.
m FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 116). Select a shooting mode. ● Press the æ button and the opqr buttons to select the desired shooting mode. ● Press the m button. Display the FUNC. menu. ● Press the m button. Y P O Select a menu item. ● Press the op buttons to select a menu item.
n Menu – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 118 – 121). Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Select a tab. ● Press the qr buttons or press the zoom button (p. 38) to select a tab. Y P O Select a menu item. ● Press the op buttons to select a menu item.
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Select [Mute]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Mute], then use the qr buttons to select [On]. Y P O Adjusting the Volume C Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Select [Volume]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Volume], then press the m button. Change the volume.
Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Select [Reset All]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Reset All], then press the m button. Y P O Reset the settings. ● Press the qr buttons to select [OK], then press the m button. X The camera will reset to the default settings.
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been used in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card. Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Select [Format]. ● Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Format], then press the m button.
Changing the Image Display Time About formatting • The supplied memory card has already been formatted. • When the [Memory card error] message appears, or when the camera does not work correctly, formatting the memory card may solve the problem. Copy the images from the memory card to a computer or other device before formatting. Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased.
3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions Y P O This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use other common functions, such as the flash and self-timer. C • When you select a mode for a specific scene the camera will automatically select any necessary settings. All you need do is press the shutter button to take an optimized picture. • This chapter assumes the » mode is set for “! Turning the Flash Off” (p. 53) to “Ò Using the Self-Timer” (p. 57).
K Shooting in Special Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you select the matching mode. Select a shooting mode. ● Press the æ button. ● Press the qr buttons to select K, then use the op buttons to select the type of scene you want to shoot. ● Press the m button. Shoot. Y P O I Take portraits (Portrait) ● Produces a soft effect when C photographing people.
K Shooting in Special Conditions ’ Take indoor shots (Indoor) ● Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. U Shoot sunsets (Sunset) ● Lets you take shots of sunsets in vivid colors. Y P O t Take shots of fireworks (Fireworks) ● Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors. C w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach) ● Lets you take bright shots of people on sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong.
K Shooting in Special Conditions O Take shots of foliage (Foliage) ● Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms, in vivid colors. P Take shots of people in snow (Snow) ● Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Y P O • In F, V, ’ or y mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 67) is increased to match the shooting conditions.
! Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. Press the r button. Select !. ● Press the qr buttons to select !, then press the m button. X ! will appear. ● Follow the steps above to return the Y P O setting to C What if a flashing . appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing will appear. Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent it from moving.
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 13x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom (p. 20) to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 64) and the zoom factor used. Press the zoom button toward i. ● Hold the button until zooming stops. X When you release the button, the largest possible zoom factor without image deterioration, and will appear.
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) The focal length when using digital zoom is 37 – 488 mm (35mm film equivalent). Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x or 2.3x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the combination of recording pixel (p.
‘ Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 16). Select the recording pixels. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select ‘. ● Press the qr buttons to select ‘. Select an option.
Ò Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the p button. Select Ò. ● Press the op buttons to select Ò, then press the m button. X Once set, Ò will appear. C Y P O Shoot. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press it fully. X When the self-timer starts, the lamp blinks and the self-timer sound plays.
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4 Selecting Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. C Y P O • This chapter assumes that G mode has been selected by pressing the æ button, then the qr buttons. • G stands for Program AE. • Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 116 – 119).
G Shooting in Program AE You can select the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. Select the G mode. ● After pressing the æ button, press the qr buttons to select G, then press the m button. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 61 – 71). Shoot.
h Turning the Flash On You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. The possible flash range is approximately 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.) at maximum wide angle, when the zoom button is pushed toward j, and approximately 30 cm – 2.0 m (12 in. – 6.6 ft.) at maximum telephoto, when the zoom button is pushed toward i. Select h. ● After pressing the r button, press the qr buttons to select h, then press the m button. X Once set, h will appear.
œ Shooting Close-ups (Super Macro Shooting) You can zoom in and shoot while close to the subject. The possible shooting range is approximately 1 – 10 cm (0.39 – 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens. Using the digital zoom will allow you to zoom in even more and shoot while close to the subject. Using digital zoom may cause images to appear coarse at some recording pixel settings (p. 64). Select œ. ● Press the æ button, then press the qr buttons to select K.
u Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity) You can shoot landscapes and far away subjects. The focusing range is 3 m (9.8 ft.) and greater from the camera. Select u. ● After pressing the q button, press the qr buttons to select u, then press the m button. X Once set, u will appear.
Changing the Recording Pixels (Image Size) You can select from six settings. Select the recording pixels. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select an option. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option, then press the m button. X The setting you selected will display on the screen. If you select ‘ or , you cannot use the Digital Zoom (p. 54) or Digital Tele-Converter (p. 55).
Changing the Image Quality (Compression Ratio) Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Image Quality Recording Pixels Image Quality Single Image Data Size (Approx. KB) Recordable Number of Images 128 MB 2 GB 8 GB (Large) 10 M/3648 x 2736 2565 47 749 2994 1226 99 1536 6140 (Medium 1) 6 M/2816 x 2112 1620 75 1181 4723 780 156 2363 9446 (Medium 2) 4 M/2272 x 1704 1116 109 1707 6822 556 217 3235 12927 (Medium 3) 2 M/1600 x 1200 558 217 3235 12927 (Small) 0.
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Select the exposure compensation. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select #. Correct the exposure. ● Press the qr buttons to correct the exposure, then press the m button. Y P O X The exposure compensation amount will display on the screen. W Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously at about 0.8 images/second.
- Changing the ISO Speed Select the ISO speed. ● After pressing the o button, press the op buttons to select the ISO speed, then press the m button. X Once set, the ISO speed will appear. Automatically sets the optimal speed for the shooting mode and shooting conditions.
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Select the white balance. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select an option. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option, then press the m button. X The setting you select will display on the screen. Y P O Auto Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions.
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. Select My Colors. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select an option. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option, then press the m button. X The setting you select will display on the screen. My Colors Off Y P O — Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation for a vivid impression.
Shooting Using a TV Monitor You can use a TV to display the camera screen content. • Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 91). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera’s monitor. Î Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer You can set the self-timer to a delay of approximately two seconds. Select Î. ● After pressing the p button, press the Y P O op buttons to select Î, then press the m button. X Once set, Î will appear. ● Follow Step 3 on p.
$ Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots taken (1 – 10 shots). Select $. ● After pressing the p button, press the op buttons to select $, then immediately press the n button. Select the settings. ● Press the op buttons to select [Delay] or [Shots]. ● Press the qr buttons to select a value, then press the m button. Y P O ● Follow Step 3 on p. 57 to shoot.
Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock While you press and hold the shutter button halfway, the focus and exposure are fixed. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called Focus Lock. Focus. ● Center the subject you want in focus, and press the shutter button halfway. ● Confirm that the AF Frame on the subject is green. Recompose. Y P O ● Hold the shutter button pressed halfway and recompose the scene. Shoot. ● Press the shutter button fully.
5 Getting More Out of Your Camera Y P O This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. C • This chapter assumes that G mode has been selected by pressing the æ button, then the qr buttons. • “≈ Shooting Long Exposures” (p. 80) is explained with the camera set to ≈ mode. To set this mode, press the æ button, use the qr buttons to select K mode, then use the op buttons to select ≈.
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Select [AF Frame]. ● Press the n button, select the 4 tab, select [AF Frame], then press the qr buttons to select an option. Face AiAF • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( only). • When the camera is pointed at subjects, a white frame appears on the face the camera judges to be the main subject, and gray frames (max.
% Shooting with the AF Lock Center The AF frame is fixed at the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. You can reduce the AF frame size • Press the n button, select the 4 tab, then select the [AF Frame Size] menu item and [Small] option. • The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 54) or Digital Tele-Converter (p. 55) is used. If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow.
Magnifying the Focal Point If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus. Select [AF-Point Zoom]. ● Press the n button and select [AFPoint Zoom] on the 4 tab. Use the qr buttons to select [On]. Check the focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway. X In [Face AiAF] (p. 74), the face selected Y P O as the main subject will appear magnified. X In [Center] (p. 75), the contents of the center AF frame will appear magnified.
Changing the Metering Mode You can change the metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Select the metering mode. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select an option. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option, then press the m button. X The setting will display on the screen. Suitable for standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions.
( Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 77), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for “Flash Exposure”. Select h (p. 61). Lock the exposure. ● Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway. X The flash will fire and when ( appears, the exposure will be set. ● If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the o button again, ( will disappear and the FE will unlock.
Œ Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red eyes in images taken with the flash. Select [Flash Settings]. ● Press the n button, select [Flash Settings] from the 4 tab and press the m button. Adjust the setting. ● Press the op buttons to select [Red-Eye Corr.] and press the qr buttons to select [On]. X Œ will appear (p. 40). Y P O Red-eye correction may be applied to other red parts than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes.
≈ Shooting Long Exposures You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Select ≈. ● After pressing the æ button, press the qr buttons to select K. ● Press the op buttons to select ≈, then press the m button. Select the shutter speed. ● After pressing the m button, press the Y P O op buttons to select ).
6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies Y P O This chapter provides more advanced information than the “X Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. C • This chapter assumes that X mode has been selected by pressing the æ button, then the qr buttons.
Changing the Image Quality You can select from among three image quality settings. Select the image quality. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to select . Select an option. ● Press the qr buttons to select an option, then press the m button. X The setting will display on the screen. Image Quality Table Image Quality (Recording Pixels/Frame Rate) 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. Y P O 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. LP C 320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec.
AE Lock/Exposure Shift In X mode, you can set the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2. Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ● Press the o button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears. ● Press the o button again to release the lock. Change the exposure. ● While looking at the screen, press the qr Y P O buttons to adjust the brightness. Shoot.
Playback Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. • Erasing Images (p. 24) • g Searching Images by Sets of 9 (Index Display) (p. 86) • d Searching for Images Using the Jump Display (p. 87) • . Viewing Slideshows (p. 88) • + Changing Image Transitions (p. 90) • Viewing Images on a TV (p. 91) • : Protecting Images (p. 92) • / Erasing All Images (p. 93) • \ Rotating Images (p. 93) Y P O Summary for “Viewing Movies” (p.
7 Using Playback and Other Functions Y P O The first part of this chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. The latter part explains how to specify images for printing. C • Press the 1 button to select the Playback mode before operating the camera. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera. • The edit function (pp.
g Searching Images by Sets of 9 (Index Display) Displaying 9 images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Press the zoom button toward g. X Images will display in an index. The selected image will have a green frame and be enlarged. Select an image. ● Press the opqr buttons to select an image. ● Pressing the zoom button toward k will Y P O display the selected image by itself. Searching 9 Images at a Time Press the zoom button toward g. C X Images will display in an index.
d Searching for Images Using the Jump Display When there are many images on the memory card, you can search them by a specified method or image unit. Select a jump method. ● In Single Image Playback, press the o button. X The search method and the position of the currently displayed image will appear at the bottom of the screen. ● Press the op buttons to select the desired search method. Y P O Jump to an image. ● Press the qr buttons. X The camera will use the selected search method to jump to an image.
. Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Select [Slideshow]. ● Press the n button and select the 1 tab, then select [Slideshow] and press the m button. Select a transition effect and start the slideshow. Y P O ● Press the qr buttons to select a transition effect, then press the m button. X The slideshow will start a few seconds after [Loading image…] displays.
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame or the area of a face that was detected to check the focus. Select [Focus Check]. ● Press the n button, select the 1 tab and [Info Disp.]. ● Press the qr buttons to select [Focus Check], then press the n button. X A white frame will appear where the AF frame or face was when the focus was set. X A gray frame will appear on a face detected during playback. X The area within the orange frame appears magnified.
k Magnifying Images Press the zoom button toward k. ● The display will zoom in on the image and Approximate Location of Displayed Area will appear. If you continue to hold the zoom button, it will continue to zoom in up to a factor of 10x. ● If you press the opqr buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area. ● Pressing the zoom button toward g will reduce the magnification, and if you continue to hold the zoom button, Single Image Playback will be restored.
Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Items to Prepare • Camera and TV • AV cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ● Open the camera’s terminal cover and White or black Yellow Yellow Black C fully insert the plug of the supplied AV cable into the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. ● Insert the cable plug fully into the video input terminals as shown in the illustration.
: Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 24, 93). Select [Protect]. ● Press the n button, select the 1 tab and [Protect], and then press the m button. Protect the image. ● Press the qr buttons to select an image, then press the m button. Y P O X Once protected, will appear. ● Pressing the m button again deselects the image and will disappear. ● To protect additional images, repeat the C above procedure.
/ Erasing All Images You can select and erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 92) cannot be erased. Select [Erase all]. ● Press the n button, select the 1 tab and [Erase all], and press the m button. Erase all images. ● Press the qr buttons to select [OK], then Y P O press the m button. X All images will be erased. ● Pressing the n button will restore the menu screen.
= Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Select [Resize]. ● Press the n button and select the 1 tab, then select [Resize] and press the m button. Select an image. ● Press the qr buttons to select an image, then press the m button. Select an image size. Y P O ● Press the qr buttons to select a size, then press the m button. X The [Save new image?] screen will appear. C Save the new image.
] Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. Select [Red-Eye Correction]. ● Press the n button, select the 1 tab and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the m button. X The [Red-Eye Correction] screen will appear. Select an image. ● Press the qr buttons to select an image. Y P O Correct the image. ● When you press the m button, red-eye C detected by the camera will be corrected and a frame will appear around the corrected portion.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) You can select certain images on a memory card for printing (up to 998 images) and specify the number of print copies so they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. You can then print all the selected images at once or take the memory card to a photo developer to order prints. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Print Settings You can set the print type, date and file number.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) • With [Index] selected, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p. 16). Selecting the Number of Copies Select [Select Images & Qty.]. ● Press the n button and select the 2 tab, then select [Select Images & Qty.] and press the m button. Select an image. Y P O ● Press the qr buttons to select an image, then press the m button.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) Set All Images to Print Once Select [Select All Images]. ● Select [Select All Images] from the screen in Step 1 on p. 97 and press the m button. Make print settings. ● Press the qr buttons to select [OK], then press the m button. X All images will be set to print once. Clearing All Selections Y P O Select [Clear All Selections]. ● Select [Clear All Selections] in Step 1 on p. 97, and press the m button. All selections will be cleared.
8 Customizing the Camera You can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and Y P O commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Changing Functions You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 44). Turning Off the Start-up Image You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera. ● Select [Start-up Image], then press the qr buttons to select [Off]. Y P O Turning off the Power Saving Function You can set the power saving function (p. 39) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power. ● Select [Power Saving], then press the m C button.
Changing Functions Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment. ● Select [File Numbering], then press the qr buttons to select an option. Continuous Even if you shoot using a new memory card, the file numbers are assigned consecutively until an image with the number 9999 is taken/ saved.
Changing Functions Creating Folders by Day and Time You can set a day and time for folder creation. ● Select [Create Folder], then press the m button. ● Select [Auto Create], then press the qr buttons to select an interval. ● Select [Time], then press the qr buttons to set a time. ● The new folder will be created on the set day and time. Images shot after the creation date are saved to the new folder.
Changing Shooting Functions You can set functions in the 4 tab after pressing the æ button and using the qr buttons to select G (p. 44). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 118 – 119). Turning off the AF Assist Beam If the camera cannot focus in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, the lamp will automatically light to assist focusing. You can turn off the lamp.
Changing Shooting Functions Changing the Image Display Right After Shooting You can change the image display that appears after shooting. ● Select [Review Info], then press the qr buttons to select an option. Detailed Focus Check Displays detailed information (p. 41). The area inside the AF frame is magnified, allowing you to check the focus. The procedure is the same as in “Checking the Focus” (p. 89).
Changing Playback Functions You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 44). Selecting the Image that First Displays in Playback ● Select [Resume], then press the qr buttons to select an option. Last seen Last shot C Resumes with the image last viewed. Resumes with the most recently shot image.
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9 Useful Information This chapter introduces date/time battery replacement, how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains Y P O lists of available camera functions. The index also appears at the end.
Replacing the Date/Time Battery The life of the date/time battery (back-up battery) is approximately 7 years. If the Date/Time settings screen appears every time the camera is turned on, replace the date/time battery with a new one (CR1220). Turn off the camera. Open the cover and remove the AA batteries (p. 12). Remove the date/time battery holder. Y P O Replace the battery. ● Insert the battery with (+) and (-) sides oriented correctly. C Insert the date/time battery holder.
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the batteries. Turn off the camera. Plug the cord into the camera. ● Open the cover and fully insert the adapter plug into the camera. Connect the power cord. Y P O ● Connect the power cord to the compact C power adapter, then plug the other end into a power outlet. ● You can turn the camera on to use it.
Handling Precautions Equipment • This camera is a high-precision electronic device. Do not drop it or subject it to strong impacts. • Never place the camera close to magnets or motors that generate strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. • If water droplets have fallen or dirt is stuck on the camera or LCD monitor, wipe with a dry soft cloth or eyeglass wiper. Do not rub or apply force.
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 as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened. • • • • Confirm that the batteries are properly inserted (p. 12). Confirm that the batteries are not depleted (p. 14). Confirm that the memory card/battery cover is securely closed (p. 13).
Troubleshooting • Shoot using the focus lock (p. 72). Even when you press the shutter button halfway, the frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus. • If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus. Subject is too dark. • Set the flash to h (p. 61). • Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 66).
Troubleshooting Shooting movies Correct shooting time does not display, or stops. • Format the memory card in the camera, or use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds. Even when the shooting time does not display properly, the video recorded will be the length that it was actually shot (p. 28). “!” displayed on the LCD monitor, and shooting ended automatically. Camera’s internal memory was insufficient. Try one of the following. • Format the memory card in the camera (p. 47).
List of Messages that Appear on the Screen If error messages appear on the LCD monitor, try one of the following solutions. No memory card • The memory card is not installed in the correct direction. Install the memory card in the correct direction (p. 12). Card locked! • The SD memory card or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Lock”. Unlock the write protect tab (p. 15). Cannot record! • You attempted to shoot an image without a memory card, or with a memory card installed incorrectly.
List of Messages that Appear on the Screen Cannot complete! • Print settings or transfer settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of settings and try again (p. 96). Naming error! • The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached (p. 101). In the 3 menu, change [Image Number] to [Auto reset] (p. 101) or format the memory card (p. 47).
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting modes Function { { { All Range { — e — { — { — { u Flash (pp. 53, 61, 78) AF Lock (p. 75) AE Lock (pp. 77, 83)/FE Lock (p. 78) C AE Lock/Exposure Shift (p. 83) TV Display (p. 70) Screen Display (p. 40) { { h — { … — { ! { { { { { { Y P O Ò Î $ *2 Self-Timer Mode (pp. 57, 70, 71) G — ISO Speed (p. 67) Focusing Zone (pp.
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Menus 4 Shooting Menu Shooting modes » G Face AiAF { { Center — { Normal/Small — { Standard/Off { { Digital Tele-Converter (1.4x/2.3x) { { AF-Point Zoom (p. 76) On/Off { { AF-assist Beam (p. 103) On/Off { { Function AF Frame (p. 74) AF Frame Size (p. 75) Digital Zoom (p. 54) Flash Settings (p. 79) Red-Eye Corr. On/Off { { Red-Eye Lamp On/Off { { Y P O Shooting Info (p. 40) On/Off { { Review (p. 48) Off/2 – 10 sec./Hold { { Review Info (p.
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Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Options/Summary Mute Volume Start-up Image On/Off* Set all operation sounds (5 levels). On*/Off Format File Numbering Create Folder Lens Retract Formats card, erasing all data Continuous*/Auto Reset Create New Folder/Auto Create 1 min.*/0 sec. Auto Power Down: On*/Off Display Off: 10, 20 or 30 sec./1*, 2 or 3 min. Date and time settings NTSC/PAL Select displayed language. Returns camera to default settings.
Menus 2 Print Menu Item Options/Summary Ref. Page Print Select Images & Qty. Select All Images Displays printing screen. Selects individual images for printing. Selects all images for printing. p. 25 p. 97 p. 98 Clear All Selections Print Settings Cancels all settings for printing. Sets the printing style. p. 98 p.
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.3 million) Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6 (W) – 21.6 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 37 (W) – 122 (T) mm f/3.0 (W) – f/5.8 (T) Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 13x in combination with the optical zoom) LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications Number of Recording Pixels (Still images). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Large: 3648 x 2736 pixels Medium 1: 2816 x 2112 pixels Medium 2: 2272 x 1704 pixels Medium 3: 1600 x 1200 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Date Stamp: 1600 x 1200 pixels Widescreen: 3648 x 2048 pixels (Movies) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.) 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP) 320 x 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Number of Possible Shots . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Numerics E 3.5" x 5" Size ............................................ 65 3:2 Guide ................................................ 104 Editing Red-Eye Correction .............................. 95 Resizing (Making Images Smaller) ....... 94 Rotating Images .................................... 93 Enlarged Display ...................................... 90 Equipment Default Settings ..................................... 46 Holding the Camera .............................. 11 Erasing All Images ......
Index Grid Lines ............................................... 104 H High-Power Flash ..................................... 36 Histogram ................................................. 42 Household Power ................................... 109 I Image Quality (Compression Ratio) ......... 64 Images Display Time ......................................... 48 Editing J Editing Erasing Images ..................................... 24 Playback J View Protect ..................................................
Index Two Second Self-Timer ........................ 70 Sepia Tones ............................................. 69 Shooting Date and Time J Date/Time Shooting Using a TV ................................ 70 Shooting With Macro ................................ 61 Shutter Button .......................................... 19 Slideshow ................................................. 88 Snow (Scene Mode) ................................. 52 Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ......
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