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• Make sure you read this guide before using the camera.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

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  • Page 1 Camera User Guide ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    A memory card is not included. • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Battery Pack NB-5L (with Terminal Cover) STEREO AV CABLE AVC-DC400ST DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty Card Solution Disk Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Wrist Strap WS-DC9 “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.

  • Page 4: What Do You Want To Do

    What Do You Want to Do? Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ...24 ● Just take pictures (Easy mode)...29 ● Shoot to match special conditions...54-55 Take good people shots Portraits (p. 54) Shoot various other scenes Landscape (p.
  • Page 5 View ● Look at my pictures ...27 ● Easy Playback (Easy Mode) ...30 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow)...30, 113 ● Look at my pictures on a TV ...117, 118 ● Look at my pictures on a computer ...34 – 37 ●...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    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 Conventions Used in This Guide ...8 Safety Precautions...9...
  • Page 7 Continuous Shooting... 76 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ... 77 Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer ... 78 Customizing the Self- Timer... 79 Shooting Using a TV Monitor ... 80 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock ... 80 5.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions Used in This Guide 9. Customizing Camera Settings... 143 Changing Camera Settings...144 Changing Shooting Function Settings...149 Changing Playback Function Settings...154 10.Useful Information ... 155 Using Household Power ...156 Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and control dial. •...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    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. •...
  • Page 10 If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
  • Page 11 • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in Easy Mode, how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer.

  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LX CB-2LXE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.

  • Page 15: Battery Charge Indicator

    This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...

  • Page 16: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)

    Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) • SD memory cards (2 GB and less) • SDHC memory cards (more than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)* • SDXC memory cards (more than 32 GB) • MultiMediaCards • MMCplus memory cards •...

  • Page 17: Insert The Memory Card

    Terminals Battery Lock Label What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.

  • Page 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card

    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots • 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.

  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    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. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time.

  • Page 20: Changing The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained for about three weeks after the battery pack has been removed.

  • Page 21: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.

  • Page 22: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted 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.

  • Page 23: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Pressing the Shutter Button To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot. Does the length of the shutter sound change? • Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you want to take, the length of the shutter sound may change.

  • Page 24: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

    Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.

  • Page 25: Scene Icons

    AF Frames Scene Icons The camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then automatically focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject brightness and color. Background Bright Subject People When Moving Non-Human Subjects/ Landscapes Close Subjects Icon Background Gray Color...
  • Page 26 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Under certain conditions, the icon that appears may not match the actual scene. Especially when there is an orange or blue colored background (a wall for example), [ it may not be possible to shoot with the appropriate color. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p.

  • Page 27: Viewing Images

    • What if the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway? To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in dark areas. What if the h icon blinks when you try to shoot? •...

  • Page 28: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. ∆ Press the 1 button.   The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.

  • Page 29: Shooting In Easy Mode

    Shooting in Easy mode In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons, the zoom lever and the movie button (p. 31) explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take worry-free pictures.

  • Page 30: Viewing Or Erasing In Easy Mode

    Viewing or Erasing in Easy mode In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to view and erase images without worry.

  • Page 31: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the movie button. The audio will record in stereo. If you continue shooting for a long time, the camera may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 32 Shooting Movies Microphone When the mode dial is set to A, the icon for the determined scene will • appear (p. 25). However, “When Moving” icons will not appear even if people move. Different scene icons will appear. Under certain conditions, the icon that appears may not match the actual scene.

  • Page 33: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Movie Control Panel What if you can’t play back movies on a computer? • Install the included software (p. 35). • When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer’s capabilities.

  • Page 34: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing

    Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation. System Requirements Windows Windows 7...

  • Page 35: Install The Software

    Preparations Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Install the Software. Windows Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. ∆ Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 36: Turn On The Camera

    Turn on the camera. ∆ Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. Windows ∆ Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow].   CameraWindow will appear. ∆ If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and choose [AllPrograms],...
  • Page 37 Click on the task bar. • In the screen that appears, click the • Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow], then click [OK]. • Double click Transfer and View Images You can transfer images without installing the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer.

  • Page 38: Accessories

    See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. HDMI Cable HTC-100 Battery Pack NB-5L (with Terminal Cover) *Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card Card Reader Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers SELPHY series TV/Video High-Definition TV Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Windows/Macintosh PIXMA series...

  • Page 39: Separately Sold Accessories

    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 CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION. Using Accessories Abroad The battery charger and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power.

  • Page 40: Other Accessories

    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., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).

  • Page 41: Learning More

    Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.

  • Page 42: Components Guide

    Components Guide Indicator (pp. 62, 68, 150) Lens Speaker Shutter Button (p. 23) Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 24, 31, 65) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 110, 116) Mode Dial Use the mode dial to change the Shooting mode. P, Tv, Av, M Mode You can make settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value in order...

  • Page 43: Control Dial

    Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 44, 164, 165) Indicator (p. 45) Mode Dial (p. 31) HDMI Terminal (p. 118) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 36, 117, 136) Movie Button (pp. 31, 153) / c (Direct Print) (pp. 137, 138) 1 (Playback) Button (pp.

  • Page 44: Screen Display

    Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to pp. 164 165 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display Playback No Information Simple Information Display You can also switch the display by pressing the l button while the image displays shortly after shooting.

  • Page 45: Indicator

    Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions 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.

  • Page 46: Func. Menu - Basic Operations

    FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the ø menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 166). You can also use the ø menu in Playback mode. Available Options Menu Items Choose a shooting mode.

  • Page 47: Menu - Basic Operations

    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 available menu items differ depending on the mode (p. 168). Display the menu. ∆...

  • Page 48: Changing The Sound Settings

    Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Adjusting the Volume Display the menu. ∆ Press the n button. Choose [Mute]. ∆ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the Â...

  • Page 49: Changing The Screen Brightness

    Changing the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be changed in two ways. Using the Menu Using the l Button • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen in the 3 tab. When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the 3 tab, you •...

  • Page 50: Returning The Camera To Default Settings

    Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Are there functions that cannot be reset? The [Date/Time] (p. 20) in the 3 tab, [Language] (p. 21), [Video System] •...

  • Page 51: Low Level Memory Card Formatting

    Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Performing a low-level format on (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before performing a low-level format on the memory card.

  • Page 52: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

    Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) • Low level formatting may take longer than standard formatting, since all recorded data are erased. • You can stop a low level format of a memory card by choosing [Stop]. When stopping low level formatting, the data will be erased but the memory card can be used without problem.

  • Page 53: Shooting In Special Conditions And Commonly Used Functions

    Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use common functions, such as the self-timer. • When you choose a Shooting mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings.

  • Page 54: Shooting In Various Conditions

    Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Choose a shooting mode. ∆ Set the mode dial to the desired Shooting mode. Shoot.

  • Page 55: Shooting In Special Scenes

    In F, C or H mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 74) is increased to match the shooting conditions. Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode.
  • Page 56 Shooting in Special Scenes In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] (p. 152). Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light) ∆...
  • Page 57 Modes for other scenes In addition to the modes explained here, the following scene modes are also available. Smart Shutter • Smile (p. 60) Wink Self-Timer (p. 61) Face Self-Timer (p. 62) • Color Accent (p. 97) • Color Swap (p. 98) •...

  • Page 58: Adding Effects And Shooting

    Adding Effects and Shooting You can add various effects to images when shooting. Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Since you may not achieve the expected results depending on the shooting conditions, try taking some test shots first.
  • Page 59 Take Shots That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. •...

  • Page 60: Detecting A Smile And Shooting

    Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. What if a smile is not detected? Smiles are easier to detect if the subject faces the camera, and opens their mouth enough to show some teeth when smiling.

  • Page 61: Using The Wink Self-Timer

    Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after it detects a wink. What if a wink is not detected? • Wink a bit slowly. •...

  • Page 62: Using The Face Self-Timer

    Using the Face Self-Timer • Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. • If there are no people in the shot when the shutter button is pressed fully, the camera will shoot after a person enters the shot and winks.
  • Page 63 Changing the number of shots For the screen in Step 1, press the l button, then press the op buttons to change the number of shots. Press the l button to accept the setting. Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later.

  • Page 64: Turning The Flash Off

    Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. What if the indicator blinks orange and a flashing When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing screen.

  • Page 65: Zooming In More Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 56x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 72) and the zoom factor used.
  • Page 66 Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.7x or 2.1x. 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.

  • Page 67: Inserting The Date And Time

    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. 19). You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows.

  • Page 68: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. You can change the delay time and number of shots (p. 79). Press the p button.

  • Page 69: Choosing Settings Yourself

    Choosing Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to G. • G stands for Program AE. •...

  • Page 70: Shooting In Program Ae

    Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange? If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are shown in orange.

  • Page 71: Turning The Flash On

    Turning the Flash On You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. At maximum wide angle, the flash range is approximately 75 cm – 3.5 m (2.5 – 11.5 ft.), and at maximum telephoto, it is 1.0 – 2.0 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft.) The setting screen does not appear even when you press r.

  • Page 72: Changing The Recording Pixel

    Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from six recording pixels (image size) settings. • If you choose Converter (p. 66). • If you press the movie button, when the camera is set to ratio of the display will change and recording will begin (when set to (p.
  • Page 73 (Small) 0.3M/640×480 (Widescreen) 4320×2432 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values for Paper Size A4, Letter size 5" x 7" Postcard size 3.5"...

  • Page 74: Changing The Iso Speed

    Changing the ISO Speed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions. Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting Cloudy, Twilight High Nightscapes, Dark interiors Changing the ISO speed • Lowering the ISO speed results in sharper images, but there may be an increased chance of image blurring in certain shooting conditions.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Auto Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions. Day Light Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting Cloudy Cloudy, shady, twilight conditions Tungsten...

  • Page 76: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. Drive Mode Continuous Shooting Continuous Shooting AF Continuous Shooting LV • Cannot be used together with the self-timer (pp. 68, 78, 79). • Continuous shooting speed increases in •...

  • Page 77: Changing The Tone Of An Image (My Colors)

    Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. My Colors Off Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation for a vivid Vivid impression. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation for neutral hues. Sepia Sepia tones.

  • Page 78: Shooting Using The Two Second Self-Timer

    Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels. Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after the shutter button is pressed, avoiding any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button.

  • Page 79: Customizing The Self-Timer

    Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots). What if the number of shots is set to two or more shots? • Exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot. •...

  • Page 80: Shooting Using A Tv Monitor

    Shooting Using a TV Monitor You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 117). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen. TV display is not available when using HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect the camera to a high-definition TV.

  • Page 81: Getting More Out Of Your Camera

    Getting More Out of Your This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to G. • • The sections “Setting the Shutter Speed” (p. 90), “Setting the Aperture Value”...

  • Page 82: Changing The Af Frame Mode

    Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Face Detect • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( •...

  • Page 83: Magnifying The Focal Point

    You can reduce the AF frame size Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, then choose the [AF Frame Size] • menu item and [Small] option. • The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 65), Digital Tele- converter (p.

  • Page 84: Shooting With The Af Lock

    Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Shooting with Servo AF While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust, allowing you to take pictures of moving subjects without missing a shot.

  • Page 85: Choosing The Person To Focus On (Face Select)

    • The camera may not be able to focus in some conditions. • If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange. Release your finger from the shutter button, then press it again halfway. •...

  • Page 86: Changing The Metering Method

    Changing the Metering Method Changing the Metering Method You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Suitable for standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions.

  • Page 87: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    Shooting in Manual Focus Mode You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune the focus. • You cannot change the AF frame setting or size while focusing manually (pp.

  • Page 88: Shooting With The Ae Lock

    Shooting with the AE Lock You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure” Program Shift If you lock the exposure and turn the  dial, you can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination.

  • Page 89: Shooting With Slow Synchro

    Shooting with Slow Synchro You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash. At the same time, you can use a slow shutter speed to brighten the background that the light from the flash cannot reach.

  • Page 90: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Available Shutter Speeds 15", 13", 10", 8", 6", 5", 4", 3"2, 2"5, 2", 1"6, 1"3, 1", 0"8, 0"6, 0"5, 0"4, 0"3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/13, 1/15, 1/20, 1/25, 1/30, 1/40, 1/50, 1/60, 1/80, 1/100, 1/125, 1/160, 1/200, 1/250, 1/320, 1/400, 1/500, 1/640, 1/800, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1600, 1/2000, 1/2500, 1/3200...

  • Page 91: Setting The Aperture Value

    Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.

  • Page 92: Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture Value

    Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. D stands for “Manual”. Aperture Value Shutter Speed Standard Exposure Level Exposure Level Exposure Level Indicator • The standard exposure is calculated according to the metering method chosen (p.

  • Page 93: Correcting The Brightness And Shooting (I-Contrast)

    Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting.

  • Page 94: Red-Eye Correction

    Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash. Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can correct recorded images (p. 134). With the flash raised, if you press the r button and immediately press •...

  • Page 95: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just like with exposure compensation (p. 70), you can adjust the exposure ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments when using the flash. Safety FE The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene.

  • Page 96: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. You can also set the flash output from the 4 tab. Choose [Flash Settings], then • choose [Flash Output] and press the qr buttons to choose a setting (p. 47). In M and B modes, you can set the flash output if you choose the 4 •...

  • Page 97: Changing The Color And Shooting

    Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, depending on shooting conditions the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
  • Page 98 Changing the Color and Shooting Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Choose Y. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose Y. Press the l button.
  • Page 99 • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse. Changing the Color and Shooting Specify the range of colors to be swapped. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to adjust the range of colors affected.

  • Page 100: Shooting Stitch Assist Images

    Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. This function is not available when a TV is used as the monitor (p. 80). Choose x or v.

  • Page 101: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies

    Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to E. Compared to • shooting movies by pressing the movie button (p. 31), you can use various functions when shooting movies (pp.

  • Page 102: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies Changing the Movie Mode You can choose between three Movie modes. E Standard Normal mode. > Color Accent These Shooting modes let you change all colors except the chosen color to black and white, or exchange the chosen color for another color, when shooting.

  • Page 103: Changing The Image Quality

    320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec. Estimated Shooting Time Image Quality • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the recording time reaches approximately 29 min. 59 sec. when shooting in approximately 1 hour when shooting in •...

  • Page 104: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift

    AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2 before shooting. Focus. ∆ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ∆ After releasing the shutter button, press the r button to lock the exposure.

  • Page 105: Other Shooting Functions

    Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Functions marked with a * can be used in the same way as for still images when in > or z. • Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p. 65) The sounds from zoom operation will be recorded.

  • Page 106: Playback Functions

    Playback Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. • Erasing Images (p. 28) • Quickly Searching Images (p. 110) • Viewing Images in Filtered Playback (p. 111) • Viewing Slideshows (p. 113) •...

  • Page 107: Editing

    Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies in one-second increments. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar Choose *. ∆ In Step 3 on p. 33, choose * from the displayed movie control panel, then press the m button.  ...
  • Page 108 Editing • When [Overwrite] is chosen in Step 4, the unedited movie is overwritten with the edited movie, erasing the original. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through editing, the edited movie clips may not be saved.

  • Page 109: Using Various Playback And Editing Functions

    Using Various Playback and Editing Functions This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter 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.

  • Page 110: Quickly Searching Images

    Quickly Searching Images Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Move the zoom lever toward g.   Images will display in an index. ∆ Move the zoom lever toward g to increase the number of images.

  • Page 111: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback

    Searching Images Using the Control Dial Turn the control dial to quickly search images. You can also jump by the shooting date (Scroll Display). To turn off this effect, press the n button, then choose [Scroll Display] in the 1 tab and choose [Off]. Viewing Images in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter.
  • Page 112 Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Search filters Favorites Shot Date My Category File Type What if you can’t choose a filter? Filters that do not contain any images cannot be chosen. Filtered Playback You can filter images during a slideshow (p. 113) so that only certain images will play back.

  • Page 113: Viewing Slideshows

    Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. If you press the qr buttons or turn the  dial during playback, the • image will switch. If you keep the qr buttons pressed, you can fast- forward through images.
  • Page 114 Viewing Slideshows Change the setting. You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed. You can choose from six transition effects when switching between images. You cannot change [Play Time] if [Bubble] is chosen in [Effect]. Choose [Slideshow].

  • Page 115: Checking The Focus

    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. Press the l button, and switch to the focus check display (p. 44).  ...

  • Page 116: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area Changing Image Transitions You can choose from three transition effects when switching between images in Single Image Playback. Move the zoom lever toward k. ∆ The display will zoom in on the image and, if you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will continue to zoom in up to a maximum factor of 10x.

  • Page 117: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied stereo AV cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. White Yellow Yellow White What if the images don’t properly display on the TV? Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system.

  • Page 118: Viewing Images On A High-Definition Tv

    Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV Use the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for an enhanced viewing experience. The supplied stereo AV and interface cables and the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 cannot be plugged into the camera simultaneously. This could cause the camera to malfunction.

  • Page 119: Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)

    Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose four images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will choose four more images letting you enjoy the playing back of images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.

  • Page 120: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 28, 30, 123). If you format the memory card (pp. 22, 51), protected images will also be erased. Protected images cannot be erased with the camera’s erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection first.
  • Page 121 Choosing Images Individually Select Range Choose [Select]. ∆ Follow Step 2 on page 120 to choose [Select] and press the m button. ∆ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose the image and press the m button.  ...
  • Page 122 Protecting Images Choose images with the  You can also choose the first or last image by turning the  dial when the upper screen in Steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Choose All Images You can unlock all protected images if you choose [Unlock] in Step 4, while in [Select Range], or Step 2 while in [All Images].

  • Page 123: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 120) cannot be erased. Choosing Images Individually Choose [Erase]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Erase], and press the m button.
  • Page 124 Erasing All Images Select Range Choose All Images Choose [Select Range]. ∆ Follow Step 2 on p. 123 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ∆ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 121 to choose images. Erase the image. ∆...

  • Page 125: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in Filtered Playback (p. 111) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • Viewing Slideshows (p. 113), Protecting Images (p. 120), Erasing All Images (p.

  • Page 126: Using The Menu

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Using the Menu Choosing Images Individually Choose [My Category]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My Category], and press the m button. Make the setting. ∆ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose a selection method, and press the m button.

  • Page 127: Tagging Images As Favorites

    Select Range If you choose [Deselect] in Step 2, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images. You can also filter out just those images for viewing, protecting or erasing (p.
  • Page 128 Tagging Images as Favorites Using the Menu If you switch Shooting modes or turn off the power before making the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as favorites. Choose [Favorites]. ∆ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Favorites], then press the m button.

  • Page 129: Rotating Images

    Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Using the Menu Movies with a resolution of Choose \. ∆ Press the m button to choose \ in the ø menu, then press the m button again.

  • Page 130: Resizing Images

    Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. • You cannot resize an image to a larger size. • Images recorded at a pixel setting of 3 cannot be edited. Choose [Resize].

  • Page 131: Trimming

    Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming Area Trimming Area Display Recorded pixels after trimming • Images recorded at a pixel setting of (p. 130) cannot be edited. •...

  • Page 132: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function

    Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 77 for details on each menu item. • If you repeatedly change the color of an image, the quality will gradually deteriorate and you may not achieve the expected color.

  • Page 133: Correcting The Brightness (I-Contrast)

    Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.

  • Page 134: Correcting The Red-Eye Effect

    Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. • Some images may not be properly corrected. • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is chosen, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...

  • Page 135: Printing

    Printing This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a Canon-brand PictBridge capable printer (sold separately) (p. 40). Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers SELPHY series PIXMA series...

  • Page 136: Printing Images

    Printing Images You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable (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.
  • Page 137 • Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing. • Refer to p. 40 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers. Index printing is not available with the CP710/CP510/CP500/CP400/CP330/ CP300/CP220/CP200 printers. Print images. ∆ Press the c button.   Printing will start.

  • Page 138: Printing From The Print List (Dpof)

    Printing from the Print List (DPOF) You can add images to the print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback by pressing the c button. You can print from a print list simply by connecting your camera and printer. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.

  • Page 139: Print Added Images

    Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Number of copies to print Printing from the Print List (DPOF) Connect the camera to the printer. ∆ Follow Steps 1 – 4 on p. 136. Print images.

  • Page 140: Choosing Images For Printing (Dpof)

    Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
  • Page 141 • With [Index] chosen, 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. 20). Choosing the Number of Copies Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose [Select Images &...
  • Page 142 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose Range Set All Images to Print Once Clearing All Selections Choose [Select Range]. ∆ In Step 1 on p. 141, choose [Select Range] and then press the m button. ∆ Choose images according to Steps 2 and 3 on pp.

  • Page 143: Customizing Camera Settings

    Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.

  • Page 144: Changing Camera Settings

    Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 47). Change Sounds You can change each of the camera's operation sounds. Turning Off Hints & Tips When you choose an item in the ø menu (p. 46) or MENU (p. 47), a description of the function (hints and tips) is displayed.
  • Page 145 Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up image that appears on the screen when you turn on the camera. Setting a Recorded Image as the Start-up Screen Image When you press the 1 button and set the camera to Playback mode, you can register an image.
  • Page 146 Changing Camera Settings 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. •...
  • Page 147 Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 27). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.]. Turning off the Power Saving Function You can set the power saving function (p.
  • Page 148 Changing Camera Settings Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting. If you pre-register the destination time zones, you can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/ Time settings.

  • Page 149: Changing Shooting Function Settings

    Changing Distance Units You can change the distance units that display in the zoom bar (p. 24) and the MF indicator (p. 87) from m/cm to ft/in. Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p.

  • Page 150: Changing The Image Display Time

    Changing Shooting Function Settings Turning Off the AF Assist Beam The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp. Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash.
  • Page 151 Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays right after shooting. Displaying the Overlay You can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for postcard size prints. •...
  • Page 152 Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the IS-Mode Settings • If camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. You should set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached to a tripod. • When using [Panning], hold the camera horizontally to shoot. Image stabilization does not work when the camera is held vertically.
  • Page 153 Registering Functions to the Movie Button If you register another commonly used function to the movie button, the button will act as a Shortcut button. • Choose to return to the default settings. • Choose if you do not want to register anything to the movie button. •...

  • Page 154: Changing Playback Function Settings

    Changing Playback Function Settings You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 47). Choosing the Image that First Displays in Playback ∆ Choose [Resume], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Resumes with the image last Last seen viewed.

  • Page 155: Useful Information

    Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen. The index also appears at the end.

  • Page 156: Using Household Power

    Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Terminals Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.

  • Page 157: Using The Eye-Fi Card

    Using the Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service.

  • Page 158: Checking Connection Information

    Using the Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information You can check the Eye-Fi card's access point SSID, or connection status. Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer You can set the card to disable Eye-Fi transfer. What if [Eye-Fi Settings] does not appear? [Eye-Fi Settings] will only appear when the Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. If the Eye-Fi card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to check the card's connection status, or disable Eye-Fi card transmission when the tab is in the locked position.

  • Page 159: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 160: Image Is Blurred

    Troubleshooting Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 23). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (pp. 26, 173). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 150). •...
  • Page 161 Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down. • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 51). You cannot make settings for shooting functions or in the FUNC. menu. •...

  • Page 162: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen

    Memory card error (p. 51) • If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is installed in the correct direction, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 17). Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 24, 29, 31, 53, 69, 81, 101) or edit images (pp.
  • Page 163 Check the image in Playback mode. • If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. List of Messages That Appear on the Screen...

  • Page 164: Information Displayed On The Screen

    Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation White Balance (p. 75) My Colors (p. 77) i-Contrast (p. 93) Drive Mode (p. 76) Camera Shake Warning (pp. 26, 159) Metering Methods (p. 86) Compression (Image Quality) (p.
  • Page 165 : Standard / : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.

  • Page 166: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 70) AE Lock (pp. 88, 104)/FE Lock (p. 88) Program Shift (p. 88) Focusing Range (p. 71) Manual Focus (p. 87) AF Lock (p. 84) Self-Timer (pp. 68, 78, 79) Flash (pp.
  • Page 167 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...

  • Page 168: Menus

    Menus 4 Shooting Menu Function AF Frame (p. 82) AF Frame Size (p. 83) Digital Zoom (pp. 65, 66) AF-Point Zoom (p. 83) Servo AF (p. 84) Continuous AF (p. 149) AF-assist Beam (p. 150) MF-Point Zoom (p. 87) Safety MF (p. 87) Flash Settings (pp.
  • Page 169 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 170 Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Mute Volume Sound Options Hints & Tips LCD Brightness Start-up Image Format File Numbering Create Folder Lens Retract Power Saving Time Zone Date/Time Distance Units Video System Eye-Fi Settings Language Reset All * Default setting Options/Summary On/Off Set all operation sounds (5 levels).

  • Page 171: Playback Menu

    1 Playback Menu Item Slideshow Plays back images automatically. Erase Erases images. Protect Protects images. Rotate Rotates images. Favorites Tag or untag images as favorites. My Category Categorizes images. i-Contrast Corrects dark portions and contrast in still images. Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in still images.

  • Page 172: Handling Precautions

    • Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.

  • Page 173: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Effective Pixels...Approx. 14.1 million Image Sensor ...1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 14.5 Lens ...5.0 (W) – 70.0 (T) mm Zoom Magnification ...Approx. 14x (Up to approx. 56x in combination with the LCD Monitor...3.0-inch type TFT LCD color monitor AF Frame Mode...Face Detect/Center Servo AF...On/Off Focusing Range (from end of lens) ...Auto, Easy, Normal: 5 cm (2.0 in.) –...
  • Page 174 Specifications Self-timer...Approx. 10-sec./Approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer i-Contrast ...Auto/Off Recording Media... SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card, File Format...Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant Data Type ...Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Number of Recording Pixels (Still images)...Large: 4320 x 3240 pixels (Movies)...1280 x 720 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Compression (Still images) ...Fine, Normal...
  • Page 175 Dimensions ...57.5 x 81.6 x 21.0 mm (2.26 x 3.21 x 0.83 in.) Weight...Approx. 65 g (2.29 oz.) (CB-2LX) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. Approx. 59 g (2.08 oz.) (CB-2LXE) (excluding power cord)

  • Page 176: Index

    Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ... 151 AC Adapter Kit ... 39, 156 Accessories... 38 AE Lock... 88, 104 AF Frames ... 25 Focus AF Lock... 84 Battery Battery Charger... 14 Charge Indicator ... 15 Date/Time Battery ... 19 Power Saving... 52, 147 Recharge ...
  • Page 177 Flash Off... 64 On... 71 Slow Synchro... 89 Focus AF Frame Mode... 82 AF Frames ... 25 AF Lock ... 84 AF-Point Zoom ... 83 Servo AF... 84 Focus Check... 115 Focus Lock ... 80 Focus Range ... 71 Foliage (Scene Mode) ... 56 Format Memory Cards, Formatting Formatting (Memory Card) ...
  • Page 178 Index Package Contents Accessories Panoramic Photos... 100 Personal Printing Guide ... 2 PictBridge... 40, 135 Playback Button ... 27, 43 Playback Viewing Playback With Transition Effects ... 116 Portrait ... 54 Postcard Size... 73 Power Battery, AC Adapter Power Saving... 52, 147 Print Settings (DPOF) ...
  • Page 179 Video Movies Viewing (Playback) Images on a TV ... 117 Index Display ... 110 Magnified Display ... 116 Single Image Playback ... 27 Slideshow ... 113 Viewing Images on a TV... 117 White Balance... 75 Wide (Recording Pixels) ... 72, 73 Wink Self-Timer ...
  • Page 180 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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